A Do-Nothing Day

Hey girlies,

Okay, so today wasn't a do nothing day, but it was definitely a do nothing productive day.

I woke up, had some more PB-Choco Banana oats. Yummers. I also had some strawberries on the side... so fresh, so good! No pic though - my brain wasn't quite awake, and it didn't make the food-picture connection!

For the rest of the day, I just bummed around, both in my room and out and about on my bike. I donated a dress, a jacket, and a cami to Goodwill (and while I was there picked up 2 new sweaters for myself!), bought a comb (exciting, I know), and got some more produce. I was craving fresh fruits and veggies - I still am. I have a strong feeling that today, and the next few days are going to be highly raw. :)

I ran out of my blackbean/pumpkin/tofu thing during lunch, and I needed to make some more. I took a picture this time - I know its not the most beautiful thing in the world, but it is a testament to what a girl can make with out ANY sort of mixer, blender, or even masher. This was all me and my titanium spork. I shoud be featured in PETA's college cookbooks - I'm becoming a master of dorm room 'cooking' (I still want to get my hands on a copy of that though! I'm intrigued.)

Black beans and light silken tofu, with some lemon juice and garlic. Yummo. :)

When I bought my comb at Target, I also found something on sale that I just had to try! I reveal...

BKids by Balance! They were $3.14 for 6 bars - not to shabby a deal. The box is what got me though - I think the little ... dude is a cutie. I'm a fan of Ugli Dolls and the like. What can I say? Alright, so it wasn't just the box. The stats aren't too far off of a Clif ZBar:

Sorry about the lighting!

I was pretty satisfied when I opened the package, I have to say.

See all the PB love? Yeah. I know you want some.

Overall, I can see myself getting these again. The only reason I like the Clif ZBar more (and its actually a pretty large reason) is the nature of the ingredients - the Clif Company uses more natural, unprocessed ingredients, while Balance uses some things I can't really pronounce. However, this still tasted pretty darn good. So. Maybe once in a while? Good job Balance!

I'm not from a military family in any way - the last person from my family to be in the armed forces was my grandfather (Air Force), and he wasn't even a soldier. I was raised to be fairly ... against the idea of a large army/navy. I admit, I definitely lean to the left on the political spectrum - I am against the US presence in much of the Middle East beyond what is absolutely necessary. That being said, I am not against the troops, just policy. I've mentioned that I am an only child, but I've 'adopted' some siblings. My 'sister' is married to a very brave man who has been on tour four times, twice in Afghanistan and twice in Iraq. During his last tour (Iraq), his squad was ambushed and the humerus of his left arm (that would be the upper part for you non anatomically inclined readers. :P ) was shattered. His dream of being career military was all but destroyed in an instant. Luckily, he has been working very hard to recover movement and use - he'll never be assigned to active duty again, but he may be posted to a training job. I've been thinking about him all day. I don't know him well, but he means the world to my sister.

God bless our troops - both active and veterans.

Tomorrow I go into work, and then I've decided to meet up with the "St Paul Hiking Club" for a 'neighborhood hike' about two miles away from Macalester. I'll bike over to the Lund's they are meeting at, and then bike home when we're through! It won't compare to my hikes in NM, but I think it will be fun.

Have a lovely evening everyone! I know many of you are out at BBQ's with your family. I'm in my room. Sigh. I can't wait for people to get back.

Love you all!

Emma