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7 Mile Half Marathon Training Run – Check!

A long run followed by a leisurely brunch with good friends = my favorite way to spend a Saturday morning. This morning, the girls and I did our second half marathon long training run — 7 miles! It was made even more awesome by the fact that my college BFF Turner is here visiting! :) She joined me and my grad school friends for our long Continue Reading …

First Half Marathon Long Training Run – Check!

It’s only 3 p.m. and I’ve already had the best day :) I met the girls at 11 a.m. for our first half marathon long training run! (Check out my training plan in this post). Exciting. We had 6 miles on the docket for this morning. It was super sunny, about 45 degrees, and we were ready to rock. Yay! I missed this beautiful NC sunshine :) We Continue Reading …

Cinnamon Vanilla Sautéed Persimmons

One word: yum. If you’ve never bought persimmons before… please go buy some. Aren’t they cute? I was feeling creative yesterday and this recipe for Cinnamon Vanilla Sautéed Persimmons was born! It’s super easy to make and VERY versatile. Make a big batch of this on a Sunday, then enjoy it throughout the week! I especially loved Continue Reading …

Blogger Meet Up and Stir Fry Saves the Day

Hello friends! Yesterday for brunch I headed over to one of my local favorites — Guglehupf Bakery and Cafe! The occasion? A blogger meet-up! Diana (in the middle) was in town for Thanksgiving and had plans to meet Sarah (right) for brunch — when Diana saw via Twitter that I would be back in town on Saturday night, she asked if I’d like to Continue Reading …

My Favorite Quick, Easy & Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

Need some recipe ideas for the upcoming Thanksgiving feast? Here are my favorite quick, easy, and healthy Thanksgiving appetizer, side dish, and dessert recipes. Enjoy! ~  ~  ~ Spiced Mashed Sweet Potatoes ~  ~  ~ Lemon Garlic String Beans ~  ~  ~ Maple Cinnamon Roasted Veggies ~  ~  ~ Sweet Continue Reading …

Almond Butter French Toast with Cinnamon Apple Yogurt Topping

Can you believe that until this morning, I had never made french toast?! A travesty, since I LOVE french toast! Feel free to drool. I’m pretty sure the people who saw me out on my balcony taking pictures of my food in my pajamas did. Almond Butter French Toast with Cinnamon Apple Yogurt Topping Ingredients: (serves one) 2 thick Continue Reading …

Scrambled Egg Muffins

Well, it’s official. Everything is better in muffin form: Yes. Savory muffin success! These are easy, healthy, and incredibly delicious. I think I need to have a brunch party just so I can make these for everyone! They would be great for a quick on the go breakfast or packable lunch, too. Scrambled Egg Muffins (makes 12 muffins) Continue Reading …