Lovely Saturday Morning

Went out with a dozen friends last night and had a blast, but I was thrilled to come home and get back to reading some the the incredible books my sister Kylie sent me. She’s been collecting these since I was in Costa Rica, reading most, but decided that during her last couple semesters in school I’d have more time to read them. Check out all that she sent:

The only thing not pictured is a pink heart shaped Pez dispenser with “Dream” printed on it. I gave it to Jim as he loves Pez and I wanted him to feel included in the package receiving.

But seriously, look at all those goodies!!! I had already read most of Skinny Bitch and Food Rules, but I’m happy to get to read them again. (I already read Food Rules in the bath tub 2 days ago.) I’ve also been reading Ani Phyo’s book (which Kylie won in a blog giveaway!) and The Coconut Oil book. I’m coo coo for coconut in all it’s forms but I had no idea that coconut oil has helped so many fight yeast problems. This was awesome information for me as I am highly susceptible to yeast problems (which I’ve been able to keep under control only by diet and daily probiotics). All the other books I’m so excited to finally read, rather than just flip through in airports or bookstores. Also, I’m pumped to watch the documentary Food Fight. Kylie actually got to meet the maker, helped do some promotion for the L.A. premier, and got to attend the premier too. I’m loving how many documentaries on food have been coming out. Totally rad.

So after reading until my eyes started to close, I went to bed, sleeping in! This is such a luxury since I wake up at 5am Monday through Friday for my new job as the baker and sous chef for Gindi Cafe (which I love). OH! I also had my first catering gig for 12 people a couple weeks ago. It was such a success but I’ll tell you more about that another time. For now, let’s get to breakfast…

This was awesome! Gluten free oatmeal (cooked) with chia seeds, some coconut flour, and coconut butter. I then topped it with large flakes of coconut, walnuts, a dash of cinnamon and a splash of almond milk. So coconuty and SO GOOD! I also had a glass of Amazing Grass’ Original Amazing Meal blitzed with frozen bananas and almond milk. It was good, but I’m obsessed with their Chocolate flavor!

Next up, Lafayette’s Peach Festival!

Chandler’s Birds

Our dear friends BCO (Brad, Chandler, and Baby O) have had some exciting new life in their back yard, more specifically in a nest on top of a vent that juts out from the back of their house.

Chandler had noticed the nest and then saw the eggs in it while I was helping her watch O while she planted her garden.

Not to long after she very carefully checked on the birds again, getting pelted in the head by the father. She later wen out again to get the last photo, protecting her head with a sweatshirt. Both Momma and Daddy Bird are very protective and have even spent afternoon keeping an eye on Chandler through their sliding door. If this isn’t spring I don’t know what is.

***All photos taken by Chandler of BoCoBaby***

Jamie Oliver’s Food Flash Mob

Jamie Oliver taught 1000 people to cook a stir-fry dish in 5 days! This is only one of the ways he achieved it. I’ve been a mega-fan of Jamie’s for years and I’m so thrilled about his mission to help change the way people eat by teaching them how to cook.

Perfectly Lovely Music Video

Be sure to watch it through. Oh relationships! Love the style, Audrey Tautou, and the parade at the end (made me laugh out loud).

City and Colour – The Girl

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