1. What time did you get up this morning? 6:00am - Headed to workout like I do every morning and then was in the shower by 6:35am.
2. How do you like your steak?: Medium to Medium Rare... Just depends on what restaurant I am at. Not well done though at.all. I can't chew through it!
3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema? I think it was Harry Potter. Before that Transformers I believe...
4. What is your favorite TV show? Oh man, no way do I have just one. Bones, Friday Night Lights, CSI, and at the moment anything on SHARK WEEK!
5. If you could live anywhere in the world where would it be? Colorado.
The true Colorado way of life - love it.
6. What did you have for breakfast? Cheerios and Milk. Yum!
7. What is your favorite cuisine? Mexican and Chinese
8. What foods do you dislike? mushrooms. I try to like them but it just isn't happening.
9. Favorite Place to Eat? I don't have a favorite I believe. Let's see... Chick-fil-A, Chili's, Ninfas and Texas Roadhouse... That will do for now.
10. Favorite dressing? Ranch - Or this yummy Avocado dressing at La Bodgea
11.What kind of vehicle do you drive? '08 White Chevy Equinox
12. What are your favorite clothes? Work out clothes and my Lobos sweatshirt.
13. Where would you visit if you had the chance? England.
14. Cup 1/2 empty or 1/2 full? I try to live my life with it being 1/2 full but sometimes that becomes a challenge.
15. Where would you want to retire? North Carolina or Colorado with a house in Texas still.
16. Favorite time of day? Bed Time!
17. Where were you born? Bryan, Texas
18. What is your favorite sport to watch? Football and Baseball.
19. Bird watcher? I watch out for a few birds... Mocking Birds (My Memaw), Cardinals (My dad's favorite) and Henry Birds!
20. Are you a morning person or a night person? Morning person for sure. But, get enough drinks in me and I turn into a night person who loves to DANCE!
21. Do you have any pets? nope. Just my hubby!
22. Any new and exciting news you'd like to share? Sure! We found out this week we are officially going to Jamaica on a group honeymoon in November! WOO HOO!
23. What did you want to be when you were little? A Marine Biologist because I was obsessed with dolphins! - Then I got to College and realized that involved a LOT of Science and I said heck no. English degree is where I went!
24. What is your best childhood memory? I had a great childhood, I really don't know if I can pick just one memory... Playing outside in the summer, I always loved that.
25. Are you a cat or dog person? I love them both but we will own a dog - I can't have a cat because WAY too many people that I love are allergic and they would never be able to visit :(
26. Are you married? Certainly am! 1 year and almost 4 months strong!
27. Always wear your seat belt? Always - Even in the back seat.
28. Been in a car accident? Yes, a few minor, one major.
29. Any pet peeves? People who take my pens and random lights being left on in the house for no particular reason.
30. Favorite Pizza Toppings? Canadian Bacon, Pineapple and Spinach
31. Favorite Flower? Basically everything but roses.
32. Favorite ice cream? Blue Bell Banana Split.
33. Favorite fast food restaurant? Chick-Fil-A!
32. How many times did you fail your driver's test? None - Although I did have to practice right turns in an apartment complex over and over again.
35. From whom did you get your last email? Crosswalk: Girlfriends in God
36. Which store would you choose to max out your credit card? A) Target B) Gap C) Express
37. Do anything spontaneous lately? Got my new tattoo! Although, it wasn't TOO spontaneous considering I had been planning it.
38. Like your job? eh... Use too when it was actually busy. Now I just play a game on my cell phone majority of my days.
39. Broccoli? YUMMY! Had some last night!
40. What was your favorite vacation? My wedding & honeymoon in Playa del Carmen
41. Last person you went out to dinner with? Kristen - We went and got sushi last week! YUM!
42. What are you listening to right now? People in the Doc Center next to me stamping things extremely loudly.
If you are up to participating or can't think of anything to post about today then have at the survey! I enjoy reading randomness about people so you know you will have at least one reader in me!
I forgot to mention previously... I watched The Ruins this weekend on demand while waiting for Bret to wake up and I must say, this has made my list of top 5 worst movies ever. It is right up there with Ghost Rider. Not. Good. It is essentially about a man eating vine in the Mayan Ruins that can also mimic voices and noises around to trick you. Awful. I wanted to watch a scary movie while I was working out since B doesn't really care for them and THAT is what I got. No bueno. If you have seen it, and liked it, sorry to diss on your movie but if you have not got to witness this movie yet, don't. FYI.
Things that I am happy about today:
- The American journalists that were being held in North Korea are finally home. Thanks President Clinton for working your magic! You probably made some shady deal but whatever - Glad they are home to their families
- Paula Abdul is officially not returning to American Idol! WOO HOO!
- This is a four day week for Bret and I since we are heading to Corpus Thursday after work so I am super pumped! We get to see my family and relax in the pool and on the beach. No water for me though, Shark Week is on, remember?
- Tonight is the last night to vote for So You Think You Can Dance people. I don't vote but I love watching the dancers - Go Jeanine!
- I have a yummy peach to eat for a snack today.
- I love my husband.
One of my all time favorite pictures of us before we were married:
Following along with my usual recipe for Wednesday - Here is what Miz Jillian Michaels has to say about her choice for today:
Get a Dose of Heart-Healthy Fats
I love salmon — it's a power food that works with your body's hormones, helping them to function properly. It contains lots of omega-3 fatty acids, a type of polyunsaturated fat that's good for the heart and the metabolism. Consistently high levels of leptin can get your metabolism in a rut, but eating omega-3 fatty acids may kickstart your metabolism by causing a brief dip in levels of leptin, the hormone that tells your brain you're full. For a healthy dose of omega-3s, try this delicious salmon dish. Buy wild-caught salmon, which are lower in toxins than farm-raised, and choose fresh tomatoes from your local farmer's market.
Salmon and Lentils With Moroccan Tomato Sauce
Ingredients
1/4 cup sliced almonds, divided
1 cup lentils, rinsed
14 1/2 ounces reduced-sodium, fat-free chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seed (whole or ground)
1 teaspoon coriander seed (whole or ground)
3/4 teaspoon cardamom pods (whole or ground)
3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds (whole or ground)
3 whole cloves or 1/8 teaspoon ground
Cooking spray
1 shallot, peeled and chopped (about 1/4 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
14 1/2 ounces peeled, no-salt-added tomatoes
1 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
12 ounces salmon fillet, (4 3-ounce fillets), boned and skinned
Preparation
Spread the almonds on an ungreased baking pan.
Place in a 350-degree oven and bake 5 to 10 minutes or until almonds are light brown; stir once or twice to ensure even browning. Note that almonds will continue to brown slightly after removing from oven.
In medium saucepan over medium-high heat, bring lentils and broth to boil; reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until lentils are tender.
Meanwhile, put all whole spices in a grinder and process until well ground, or if using ground spices, combine them in a small bowl.
Coat a nonstick skillet lightly with vegetable cooking spray and place over medium-high heat. Add shallot and garlic; sauté about 5 minutes until translucent. Mix in 1 1/4 teaspoons of the spice mixture, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
In an electric blender, pulse tomatoes just until roughly puréed; add to pan with hot pepper sauce and heat through. Set aside.
In small bowl, mix remaining spices, salt and pepper; rub onto both sides of salmon fillets. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Coat lightly with vegetable cooking spray; add salmon to pan without crowding. Sauté salmon 4 minutes; turn, cover and cook 3 to 6 minutes longer, depending on thickness, or until cooked throughout.
Stir two tablespoons almonds into lentils; divide among four plates. Top with salmon and tomato sauce. Sprinkle with remaining almonds.
I hope everyone has an excellent Wednesday and I will talk to you guys on the flip side! peace.
2 comments:
i just may have to do this survey because i'm suuuuuper bored, and there's nothing blogworthy to post about!
lol...love the dancing pic! : )
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