Monday, May 4, 2009

Forbidden Topics

by Meghann on May 4, 2009

I had a very fun and interesting run at Team in Training tonight.

My running buddy and I decided to dive into all of the generally ‘forbidden’ topics between casual acquaintances. It all started with restrictive food diets and somehow went to religion, abortion, death and gay marriage. It was definitely a passionate conversation and made those 4 miles just fly by.

Don’t worry I know better then to ever discuss any of those topics on here, but please know I have my own opinions and a very open mind about other’s opinions as well. Peace, Love & Blog… right?

Before my run this afternoon I tried the second Eat Natural Bar Sam had sent me all the way from jolly ole England.

THis one had great big chunks of Macadamia Nut and Coconut in it.

It was not as sweet as I was expecting, but still very good. Different from any other bar I’ve tried, but not in a bad way. Thanks again Sam!

When I returned from my run I was STARVING and wanting food in me ASAP. Good thing I had this new Tasty Bites Thai Meal waiting for me in the pantry.

I love the Tasty Bites Indian meals and was hoping the Thai one would be just as good. I heated it quickly in the microwave with some Broccoli and topped with crushed Peanuts and Raisins.

LOVED the addition of Peanuts and Raisins, in fact I wish I had added more.

I also has Whole Wheat Pita for dipping.

It was a quick, easy meal that left me very satisfied. My only complaint is the sauce was not as flavorful as I was hoping. Bummer.

For dessert I had the very last piece of my Dark Chocolate Bunny from Easter.

RIP Bunny… you were mighty tasty!!!

Now its time for my favorite part of the day, when I put the PJs on and watch wonderful mindless television. Gotta love it!

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eBay Bummer

by Meghann on May 4, 2009

Remember the Flip Camcorder I ordered off of eBay last week?

Well I was pleasantly surprised to see it had arrived over the weekend and was looking forward to testing it. However, the little camera arrived with no instructions, no extra cords and was shipped wrapped in a paper towel, with no protective coating.

I tried pressing all the buttons and plugging it in my lap top to see if it would turn on, but no luck. After an hour or so frustration I contacted the seller who was really nice and tried to help, but nothing was working. I left it plugged in, I flicked the power button several times, I googled countless instructions. Still there was zilch response.

Luckily, the seller is very nice and is willing to let me ship it back and will provide a refund once he tests it out for himself. I have already ordered another one from Amazon for only a couple dollars more then I paid on eBay. Hopefuly *fingers crossed* this new one will work.

As this was my first eBay experience, I have to say I was pretty disappointed that what I had purchased did not arrive in working order. However, I have to say I was genuinely satisfied with the great customer service of the seller and still plan to give him high marks once the refund goes through.

How have your experiences with eBay been?

Work this morning was pretty busy, filled with lots of fun make up work.

While shifting through e-mail I snacked on a Trader Joe’s Individually Portioned Trail Mix.

For lunch I really, really, really wanted a nice big salad full of lots of yummy veggies.

I got what I wanted. In the bowl I had:

Spinach
Tomato
Carrot
Radishes
Grapes
Pumpkin Seeds
Smoked Tofu
Drizzle of Annie’s BBQ Sauce on Top

It was just what I was craving and then some.

With the salad I also had a Whole Wheat Sweet Potato Date Muffin and Whole Wheat Oatmeal with Peanut Butter and Dark Chocolate courtesy of Ms. Melissa from FitnessNYC.

Mmm… I heated them both up in the microwave so they were nice and warm and very moist. Love them!

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[me] & goji review

May 4, 2009

It felt great to be on my regular routine this morning of wake up, take Abbie outside, eat pre-work out snack of 1/2 z-bar, work out, shower, & breakfast. I have my morning routine down to a science so that I don’t wait a second of my morning before work. On Mondays I run with more »

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