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Eat Fresh

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Morning all! Well, it’s almost afternoon, now, isn’t it? haha Thankfully the clouds that took up the sky earlier this morning are starting to part, and some sunshine is peaking through — but it’s still waaaay chilly out there!

I stopped by Starbucks and got my morning latte; unfortunately, I think the guy at the register didn’t hear me correctly, and I got a skinny vanilla instead of skinny hazelnut — I told the guy it was no big deal though…one, I didn’t want to be late to class, and two…not that big of a deal to me. However, in hindsight – I wish I had gotten it fixed because I realized (through lacks of sweets in my life) that some things are just “too sweet” for me now. Their sugar free vanilla syrup is one of those things. I drank about half of my drink, but ended up tossing the rest.

Though, not before getting a pic of the glorious red cup. hahahaha

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Now some of you may be asking, “Jil, I thought you got an espresso maker. Why are you still buying lattes??” Well, unfortunately, after the first couple of (deliciously successful!) uses the little rubber ring that seals certain parts of my espresso maker — got burned or something. I think I may not have properly cleaned it, . I.E. I didn’t realize the rubber ring came out. The singed rubber makes for some not so tasty espresso (okay, so I never tasted it, but espresso smelled like burned rubber instead of coffee…so I assume it tasted like crap). haha I’m glad I found the source of the smell though – it’s an easy (and cheap) enough fix.  So this weekend I’m going to go find another rubber ring…I assume that I can find them at most hardware stores.

Anywho…so I stopped by DeLuca’s Market on Newbury and picked up some Nonfat Fage greek yogurt and some Naked Green Machine. A healthy part of a complete breakfast. haha I ran out of yogurt yesterday and it was a quick fix, and I also just ran out of Green Goodness. The guy who worked there was so nice; I think I was the only person in the store. If you’ve seen any of the recent pics of Katie Holmes when she was out and about in Boston, you’ve seen DeLuca’s. haha It’s just a tiny little grocery/convenience store, but they do good sandwiches and they carry some pretty stellar specialty items, too. :)

Anyway – BREAKFAST:

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I’ve got a busy afternoon ahead of me, but I’m going to get some Subway (Eat Fresh!) for lunch. Yummm Veggie Delight!! haha

TGIF!! Have a great Friday everyone!!

Peace, Love & Munchies!

The Heat is On!

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The heat is on. The heat is o-onnn! Yep, quite literally. haha The heat has turned on in the morning, in my apartment building, for the last two mornings. I thoroughly enjoy waking up to a cozy apartment; however, right now my windows are open because I got back from class and it was a touch too warm. I’d rather have it a little too warm than freezing, though.  Especially with New England winters!! (I can’t control the heat; I live in a brownstone and it’s all gas heat through radiators.)

Today, I waited until the last possible second to get out of bed . I think I gave myself a max of 15 min to get up, dressed and ready…and I did it! haha I think I even had a few minutes to spare. Apparently, I can be pretty speedy when I want to be!

Ahh, so the morning routine began with my usual (and totally required) Starbucks run. I got a tall skinny hazelnut latte. I’ve decided to go the “tall” route cuz well, 1. fewer calories…even though it’s a skinny drink; the less of it there is, the better and 2. my drink’s price has gone up (3¢…but still, up), and a “tall” is the perfect amount for me, and a much better price point.

Once again, I snapped a secretive photo in the elevator on my way to class. I apologize for my ugly/chipped manicure. haha

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Class got out early YAY! I went to Whole Foods to see if I could find the larger version (or any version) of my new love, the Green Machine – Naked Juice. They didn’t have anything – so I left empty handed. That’s pretty much a miracle, considering how many things I did want.

I ended up finding some at a local 7-Eleven; they’re expensive (approx $4 a pop) so I only bought two, but I figured I’d be good and try and stretch them out. They are just so good though!!

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I’m now back at my apartment; I am having some super, delicious watermelon from Trader Joe’s and a portion of the lovely Green Machines, found at 7-Eleven. haha I don’t know what I’m going to do for lunch, maybe a little rice or something. I’m really craving pizza. Maybe I’ll treat myself tonight.:)

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I saw someone describe the color of the Green Machines as “Ninja Turtle Green” — and you know what? that’s perfect…they really are. haha I enjoy the fact that while drinking them in class or public people look at you like you’re nuts for drinking something that looks so unusual.

Okay, I’m off until later! I need to MAJORLY clean my apartment, too – it’s like my clothing exploded. I would show you – but it’s too embarrassing. haha

Hope everyone’s having a wonderful day!!

"Don't like the weather in New England? – Wait a minute, it'll change."

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So today was a prime example of New England weather. As I already posted, you saw the first part of the day – rainy, wet – gross. Then miraculously, about 20 minutes after I had posted that blog…the rain stopped, clouds disappeared and the skies were the bluest I’ve seen in a while. It was gorgeous. THEN – don’t tell me you thought it ended there?? haha – about an hour later…all of a sudden clouds of death rolled in, and the skies just OPENED…it surprised me, and even more-so the people outside who I could hear screeching about the sudden onslaught of rain. THEN – the skies cleared again and it was, well, a gorgeous fall evening.

My walk to class in the early evening was the polar opposite of my walk to class in the early morning!

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I have been craving chocolate, so on my way to class I stopped and got a dark chocolate Toblerone bar.  It’s been so long since I’ve had a Toblerone, but it was and still is delicious! I also picked up another Green Machine – Naked Juice.

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Now, it’s on to dinner – I made some (okay, 6 cups cooked) brown rice in my rice cooker last night (best purchase for the apartment so far!), so it’s the usual brown rice, salsa, Laughing Cow light & mixing it up with some corn tonight!! Trader Joe’s roasted frozen corn, to be exact. It is seriously SO delicious. I will never look at frozen corn the same way again. Plus, some sparkling water with a lime wedge – just feelin’ a little fancy.

Such good salsa -- highly recommended if you're not into really chunky salsas -- it's very smooth.

Such good salsa -- highly recommended if you're not into really chunky salsas -- it's very smooth.

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Today was a really good day, and I’m looking forward relaxing and to a good night’s sleep. Is there any good TV on tonight? I can never keep track!! I’ll curl up and channel surf with my Toblerone. haha By the way, what did you guys think of The Biggest Loser last night?? Anyone else watch?

Hope everyone had a fantastic day!!