Ok, so, how many of you guessed I am THAT old? I actually think age is only a number, it definitely doesn’t tell you how OLD you are ~ it’s all about how you feel inside and out. I am totally younger than my number :D, how about you?! I think that is why I still LOVE celebrating my birthday or at least trying to 🙂
The Husband had such great intentions today to celebrate but the weather just didn’t cooperate. When I got up it was completely storming, pouring and windy :( We had planned on going to the Winchester Mystery House, but, since part of the tour is outside, we decided to wait. I had pondered putting off my 3.5 mile run, but, figured it would be better to check it off my list early and maybe THIS rain would lighten up a bit 🙁
After my run, I made a FANTASTIC BOWL of oats that involved TWO fun ingredients I wanted to use.
CINNAMON CHIPS that you grind like freshly ground pepper.
And my new TJ’s SUPER FRUIT JAM
BLUBERRY COCONUT SUPER FRUIT OATS
1/3 c Quaker Old Fashioned Oats
1 Tbsp ground flax seed
Big TWISTS of freshly ground cinnamon
1/2 c blueberries
1/2 c water
All micro-waved for 2 minutes, then, topped with:
Unsweetened Organic Coconut
1 dallop TJ’s SUPER FRUIT Jam
1 Tbsp crunchy almond butter
Completely delicious, warm and only 4 points!
We pondered what to do with our day as we headed out to Starbuck’s for a tall FF Chai Tea Latte.
We both LOVE driving around and looking at houses for sale so we did that for a bit while we sipped our drinks. Then, we thought, why not go bowling, we haven’t done that in forever. Um….I guess that is the thing to do a on rainy holiday. They had a freakin’ waiting list of 10 groups to get a lane….crazy.
We stopped for lunch at MS Tasty while we pondered other ideas. This is the diner that I have them make my order that isn’t on the menu. I LOVE that they cater to my requests.
FRESHLY STEAMED, CRUNCHY VEGGIES
THE BEST TERIYAKI CHICKEN
ALL TOGETHER WITH STEAMED RICE. I estimate this is about 7-8 pts and worth every bite. The Husband eats have my chicken so it’s probably less 🙂
After lunch, we did a little house remodeling research at Lowe’s and came across this AMAZING rainbow! The best part is that it ended at The Husband’s bank – IRONIC!
I was just wanting something sweet famished after shopping (seriously, men can spend HOURS in places like Home Depot and Lowe’s 🙂 so I snacked on a few bunnies is the spirit of my giveaway 🙂 for 1 pt
We spent the rest of the afternoon relaxing, watching our NetFlix before deciding what to do for dinner. I had the option of going out to any place I wanted, but, honestly, I wasn’t super hungry and I wasn’t craving anything either. I figured I’d save my calories and indulgence for later in the week when I didn’t want to cook and I really had a craving for something.
I whipped up a QUICK BUFFALO CHICKEN SALADS for us.
TJ’s Organic Herb Salad Mix
Organic Persian Cucumbers
Mini Red Bell Pepper Slices
Carrot strips
Organic Cherry Tomatoes
AVOCADO
1 LF Colby Square
Toasted Almond Slices
3 Tyson’s Buffalo Chicken Bites (a chickpatty with hot sauce would be awesome too!)
Topped with Annie’s Cowgirl Ranch (8 pts) ~ AWESOME!!! Lunch, crunchy, salty, GOOD!
In the spirit of my birthday The Husband whipped up a healthy BIRTHDAY SUNDAE for me. He gave me the option of cake or ice cream and seriously who wouldn’t pick ICE CREAM!!!
1 c 1/2 the fat Turtle Tracks (OMG – so AMAZING ~ caramel & vanilla ice cream with caramel swirls with toffee and choclate covered pecans) – TOTAL LOVE!
Mrs. Richardson’s Butterscotch Caramel (THE BEST store bought sauce!)
Whipped cream and sprinkles
If we had banana, that would’ve been AWESOME in this!
I didn’t calc the points, but, you know, points totally shouldn’t count on your birthday 😀
It was nice having a low key birthday especially since I feel like we have been celebrating all weekend. It was the PERFECT day to since The Husband had such great intentions – it’s all about the thought 🙂
HOP ON THE ANNIE’S FRUITY BUNNY GIVEAWAY BY CLICKING HERE!!
Thanks to everyone for all the AWESOME Birthday wishes sent on Facebook, in comments, Twitter and emailed ~ You all are incredibly thoughtful and totally know how to make a girls day! I feel SO LOVED ~ THANKS a million times over!
It’s SCANDALOUS BACHELOR TIME ~ WOOHOO!!!!
Nite all!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!! Sounds like you had a wonderful day 🙂 I’ve always wanted to go to the Winchester Mystery House, but have yet to.
And that ice cream flavor sounds delicious!
Hope your day was as special as you are! Happy Birthday!
That buffalo chicken salad looks amazing.
Now to catch up on your blog AND watch the scandalous bachelor LOL
Happy Birthday! Those blueberry oats look SO, SO good!
Happy Birthday to you darling! So glad you enjoyed your day, and HOLY GOODNESS that ice cream dessert is the ONLY thing I would have wanted on my day too! I am such an ice cream girl and would take it over cake any day! 🙂
Take care sweetheart!
Happy Bday! Such a wonderful rainbow 🙂
Happy Bday!!! Sounds wonderful and the icecream was the perfect top off 🙂
PS – I agree. Certain days calories and points just don’t exist 🙂
Happy birthday!!!
Sad you didn’t get to go to the Winchester House…I haven’t been there since I was a little kid and I loved it…since I have an odd fascination with ghosts! I really need to go back! And to think, I passed it up on the way to Sacramento when I went up there last month! boo!
I told you this at Foodbuzz, and I’ll say it again – there is NO WAY you are 36! i dont believe you, you are a liar 🙂 I would guess you are 29, and I’m not just saying that 🙂 And I totally agree – age is just a number! So glad you had a wonderful day – you deserver it!
(side note – meant to comment the other day – jay’s outside work outfit – CRACKED.ME.UP!)
TJ’s superfruit spread + buffalo chix salad + espeeeecially the SUNDAE= heaven. droooool.
You look amaaazing for your age! Keep up the healthy eating and you will stay that way =)
Lotttts and lots of birthday love!
xo
Kris
WHERE did you find those Cinnamon Chips?! That is the coolest thing ever! 😀
Happy Birthday!
HI Emily,
I actually got the Cinnamon Chips when we were in the Caribbean in November. However, I did check them out and you can order them online if you want. They are from Sunny Carribe ~ the store has so many cool things!
http://www.sunnycaribbee.net/acb/showprod.cfm?&DID=54&CATID=2&ObjectGroup_ID=41
I highly recommend them – they are not only fun, but, honestly they have a better cinnamon taste since they are “freshly” ground.
I also think their Sugar and Spice which combines Plantain Sugar with the Cinnamon in a grinder looks AWESOME too.
Do tell if you try and buy, I’d LOVE to know your thoughts too.
Danica
Glad you had a great bday!!! Sooo about the scandalous batchelor!!!!….do you not like Veinna as much as i dont? hahah i really like Ella and I hope he picks her, he was sooo cute with her lil boy! Ohhh and I made your pennies for penne pasta last night…with the TJ chicken apple sausage….MARVELOUS!!! The hubster loved it too!!! So, just wanted to say YOU ROCK. Anymore TJ faves u wanna let me in on? 🙂
Hi Lauryn,
OMG – The Bachelor was SO SO GOOD, but, next week even looks better. I am so hooked LOL. I am torn on the whol Vienna thing…I sorta think she bragged a bit too much about her date and took a know all approach about knowing him, but, at the same time I feel bad for her that all the girls ganged up on her too. LOL.
YEAH!!! So glad you liked the Penne for Pennies – it’s so easy and delish. I can totally see using this in a bunch of different ways with different veggies. Thanks for letting me know it turned out 🙂
TJ’s fav’s – pretty much everything 😀 Hmmm, I should totally create a TJ’s fav list to share – good idea. If you are curious about something, you could always ask as I think I am getting close to trying everything in the store LOL.
Have a great day,
Danica
Glad you had a great birthday! And you are right, age is just a number. I am 41 but I feel better than when I was 20!!!
what a great birthday treat!!! 🙂
Yummy BBQ chicken salad and the hubby made a great dessert!
LOVE your birthday rainbow!!!!!!! and that dessert looks SO yummy. HAPPY BIRTHDAY AGAIN!
Happy 21st, D!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You so have the right attitude about how it is the thought that counts, you are a keeper for sure:)
what a fun day! I’m glad it was a good birthday
happy bday!!!
Happy Birthday! I hope it was a great day! 🙂
BIG (late) HAPPY Birthday to you!! age is really just a number – it don’t mean a thang =)
and seriously – I don’t believe you are 36… I totally thought you were like 28/9 in SF, oops!