Sunday, July 26, 2009

B.Y.O.D Blogging Potluck

by Meghann on July 26, 2009

It was B.Y.O.D. tonight at Healthy Ashley’s house.

B.Y.O.D = Bring Your Own Dog

When Ashley invited us all over for a Blogging Potluck tonight, she made sure to invite all the puppies as well. Abbie had a blast playing with her cousin Oliver and new friend Dixie.

Of course getting a picture of all them together was impossible.

The were literally running in circles the whole time we were there. Abbie was able to hold her own against the puppies, but she barely made it to the car before calling it quits. They wore her out!

You have to love twittering and blogging. Last Thursday Ashely ‘tweeted’ if any Orlando bloggers were up for doing something cheap and fun this weekend. Of course I was game! We threw some ideas around Ashley was the gracious host offering up her house for a Potluck. A vegan potluck I might add!

Ashley made Snobby Joes

Megan made a beautiful Salad

Kelly brought a vegetable & hummus casserole

I brought Yucca Fries. I can’t believe none of the other girls have had Yucca Fries before!

I’m happy to say they were a hit and everyone gobbled them up. For the yucca fries all you need to do is cut the yucca in fry shapes and bake in the oven at 425 for 30 minutes with some S&P.

I had a little sample of everything on my plate.

For dessert Kelly made cookies.

These things are dangerous! I kept picking at the cookies left in the container while we were talking. I had to close the lid and hide them from me.

I believe it was a non-stop chat fest between us girls the entire time. It’s amazing how many things we have in common, there are endless amounts of topics we could have just gone on and on about.

Eventually we did break out Catch Phrase.

A GREAT game if you’re looking for a crowd pleaser.

Megan won by just a hair!

Sadly it is a work night and the party had to end. I look forward to hanging out with these girls again very soon. We have lots of parties, meet ups, races and bike rides planned for the near future.

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Fun Lunch Date

by Meghann on July 26, 2009

Before I left Tampa today I had a lunch date with a special blogger.

Anne had e-mailed me last week stating I might not know who she was, but if I wanted to get together for lunch. I responded immediately that of course I knew her and yes lunch sounded great.

Anne comments as Anne P. in the blog world and though she has not updated it since she has to the U.S., Anne wrote an incredible blog about her experience teaching English in Prague. If you have a moment head over to Czech Anne Out. You’ll die over all the beautiful pictures of all her travels over there!

Anne suggested we have lunch at a local health store.

The salad bar was calling my name!

As always I piled it on, but I tried really hard to go minimal on the heavier items as they tend to drive the price up. I love how they had really good choices, but that it wasn’t too overwelming. I was able to have just a taste of everything with some Raspberry Vinaigarette on the side.

The health store also had a fantastic Deli Case full of wonderful offerings. Anne snagged a plate full of new things to try.

While purchasing my lunch I noticed a display of Sweet Potato Cookies.

Intriguing, No?

Anne and I split one for dessert.

It was definitely different, almost like a muffin texture. It was full of nuts and raisins and wasn’t overly sweet. All in all I liked it. I almost bought one to take home with me, but them remembered the zillions of desserts I already have at my apartment.

It was great talking to Anne. Meeting a fellow blogger/ reader is like meeting an old friend. After lunch we spent a good amount of time shopping the store. This store had some great finds that I have never seen before. I left with a bag full of fun goodies, but sadly also a lighter wallet.

The drive home was rain, rain, rain. Ughh…. I guess that’s what I get for begging for sunny skies yesterday.

When I got home I was feeling snacky and wanted to sample a new granola I purchased today.

The granola looked so fresh and it’s made in Largo, FL! I had a heaping spoonful before putting it away.

Yum! I like!

I also had a few Cherries.

Tonight I have fun plans for a blogger potluck. I have volunteered to bring Yucca Fries that are currently baking in the oven. They smell great! I can’t wait to see what everyone else brings.

What’s your go to potluck dish? I always have the hardest time deciding what to bring to these shin digs.

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Summer Nights with Rascal Flatts

July 26, 2009

Last night was awesome. I drank, I sang, I hung out with great friends and I felt like a college student all over again. Rascal Flatts rock! Originally we had plans to do some good old fashion southern tail gating before the concert, but after a quick recount we discovered there was actually only 4 more »

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