It’s Thursday, and you know what that means! 😀 😀 😀
1. You know that exciting news I mentioned at the end of yesterday’s post? Time to spill the beans… this girl’s going to Disneyland! 😀 😀 Come Saturday morning, I’ll be hopping on a plane bound for LAX and looking forward to enjoying 5 days in sunny California.
Here’s the story… My mom had a bunch of vacation days that she needed to use up before March, so about a month ago we started looking at a few places that we might want to take a quick trip to. We couldn’t really decide on a place to go, so when I got asked to write a post for Disney, I casually brought up the idea of going to Disneyland, not really thinking anyone would be too interested. Lo and behold, Mom loved the idea, and we ended up booking our trip that same day. Can.not.WAIT.
2. Is it sad that, as excited as I am to visit the Magic Kingdom, I’m almost equally as excited to go here?
(not here here, since that particular Chipotle is in Vegas, but I need a burrito bowl in my life)
3. … and here?…
(circa 2012)
4. What can I say? It’s not easy living up here in the foodie wasteland that is Canada (or anywhere that isn’t the States, for that matter). This is what I’m currently losing sleep over…
That would be my jar of Justin’s maple almond butter… or what’s left of it. I picked up a couple of jars the last time I was down in the States for HLS, and the only reason they’ve lasted this long is because I’ve been doing some serious rationing and rotating. You better believe that I’ll be travelling with a half-empty suitcase so that I can stock up on some of my favourite foods while I’m down there! How many jars of AB do you think I would need to last me for at least 6 months?..
5. In other grocery-related news, look what my snack tooth made me do…
Cinnamon Puffins — Enjoy Life crunchy rice cereal — Mediterranean Snacks cucumber dill baked lentil chips — Enjoy Life mountain mambo trail mix — Dr. Kracker pumpkin seed cheddar crispbread — Belsoy dark chocolate pudding
6. In other travel-related news, the dates and location were finally announced for Blend 2014, so Park City, Utah is where I’ll be from June 6-8 this year. After spending enough time kicking myself for not going in the past, I made it a point to attend this year, so if you need me, that’s where I’ll be.
7. As for where I’ve been… in the elevator taking selfies of myself in boarding gear snowboarding. Lots and lots of snowboarding…
The weather in these parts has been insanely warm for January (a few degrees above freezing), so I’ve been spending as much time on the hill as I can manage.
8. The only downside to all this boarding is the fact that my appetite has been out.of.control, which might partially explain #5… and the fact that half of the things in that haul are already gone. Oops? 😯
9. Some advice… DO NOT try to swallow vitamins while chewing gum. Trust me… just don’t do it.
10. DO share your random thoughts with me! It’s become one of the highlights of my Thursdays 😀
Health coach, recipe developer, food photographer, makeup junkie, oatmeal addict, and general lover of life.
I’ve told you before but I love your ToL posts because it is perfectly suited to Aussie time. Actually, I logged on randomly to see it pop up in ze bloglovin…vibing again!
Stoked to hear the D-land is in the books and even more stoked that the two foodie meccas are being visited….do me a favour and force them to come to Australia. Yep, Australia before Canada. You guys are like a skip away!
Save a seat for me at Blend.
You know I love you, but I’m going to have to be selfish about this one… Canada first!
How exciting that right after writing your love letter to Disneyland, you can actually go there. You should at least get free entries for the free advertising 😉 I hope you have an awesome time and make sure to eat a Chipotle burrito for me too! Somehow people are to keen to spend there money on partying here and not so keen to spend it on eating out. I really have to make the girls to fetch some Thai food, or at least some classic French food with me soon.
Eeeeee you going to Disney again!! Pack me in your suitcase??
..and I only get the white almond butter over here which isn’t bad, but you know..the grass is always greener..!
My roasted almond butter just breathed its last spoonful
Ohmygosh the pudding I get comes in exactly the same packaging (colors, writing etc) but its called Alpro not Belsoy. Weird.
I think it’s just American vs. European versions of the same company.
Yay for the Disneyland trip! And the simultaneous Whole Foods and Chipotle trips!
I am impressed at how long you made those jars of Justins last!
Have a lovely day, lovely lady!
How exciting! I haven’t been to Disneyland in years and would love to go again some day. I always get so jealous of the foods American healthy living bloggers can get so easily but are extremely hard to find everywhere else.
Hope you have fun on your trip!
Awww, so jealous of your trip to Disneyland!! Take tons of pics, so I can live through you ok?
I definitely would need a little more time to gather the money together…..
Ugh, June….that’s probably too early for me to attend a conference
I will be up on the slopes Friday next week! I can NOT wait.
Well that just gives me a huge sad face 😥 And can you believe that I’m actually going to -miss- the snow while I’m gone? A week without boarding will be tough…
I am excited you get to go to Disney because I know you love it! :o)
How exciting! You’re going to have so much fun and get so many goodies. I’ve been contemplating going to Blend too, but that time is really hard for me. My son will be going on a school trip, so I’ll have to find out when he has to leave (it’s around that time). Hopefully, I can make it happen!
Yahoo!!!! Have a blast, girl
So exciting about Disney and Cali!!! Happy packing and planning. It’ll be nice to escape the AB winter!
Oh, and speaking of foodie wastelands…come venture through an aisle at an Australia grocery store. Then you’ll feel better about the Superstore and Safeway. Ask Arman. It’s ridiculous.
So glad I could finally participate in this link up
woot!
Oh I definitely know how bad it can be — I have to deal with it when I go visit my family in Europe, which has amazing food, but is definitely lacking on cereals and nut butters.
Ah! I had a feeling after your post you’d be heading to Disney soon. I’m so excited for you! You & your Momma are gonna have an absolute blast. Can’t wait to hear all about it once you return & of course see all your food goodies. Perhaps you should bring an empty suitcase along to treck it all back?
Oooh Disney, how exciting! I’ve never been, but would like to! Hope you have a fab time
Wow that is seriously so exciting and have fun this weekend. I really want to go to California myself (obviously why I’m self promoting myself like no ones business).
Chipotle is the best seriously. You won’t regret it.
I want to go to Disney! That’s awesome! I always love your snowboarding pics. I tell ya what, snow boarding gear makes a person look very cool.
and my jealousy continues about all your snowboarding.. you look bada$$ chica in that pic lol
waitttt is there room in your suitcase for one more? for real. I could so go for some disney land fun. I have been craving a vacation lately which is so unlike me. I don’t know, the lack of routine just really speaks to me right now. ps you always have the best snacks. yummy
Disneyland is so exciting! As is getting to go to all your favorite US stores. I hope you make sutre to stock up on some Justins almond butter! Question: Why would you try to swallow vitamins while chewing gum?
😆 That’s a very good question. And I have no answer other than pure laziness…
Great thoughts! It is so funny how foodies get so excited about the idea of a particular food. My coworkers get mad (or laugh) at me when we go on a trip and I am looking up all the places I wanna eat to make the most of it….so we dont end up at McDonalds, but to them it really has no implication on their life…..in fact they said if they could eat a pill that fed them for the rest of their lives…they would!!!!! That blows my mind! They are men though
So excited for you to have a great time in Disney, and so very jealous! I understand your missing food pains of Canada, I have a similar thing with what I miss from home, my suitcase is always 60% food from England! Have a wonderful time!
Disney Land, yaaaay! Take me with yououou!! On the other hand, don’t take me snowboarding though. I’m a wimp in the cold.
I tried to link up and I thought it worked but apparently not. Help me? It’s ok….I’m 99% sure I did something wrong. Ahhh well….
Disneyland?? AHHHH that’s going to be so much fun. Almost as fun as that Chipotle trip 😉 And Blend hmmhmm I will have to look into it. It’s been in the back of my mind for awhile but I only get so many vacation days soooo…..we’ll see.
Sorry I didn’t get to your comment in time, but it looks like you made things work. And it’s only one weekend 😀 You can swing it!
That’s like me when I go home and I can get to a WEgmans….stock up on EVERYTHING
Woot Woot! Exciting! I hope you all have a great time in the Magical land
Linked up today! I’m super super jealous you’re going to Disneyland (and somewhere warm)! We may do Disney World (in Florida) for our vacation this year and May seems way too far away!
Omg that mountain mix thing is AMAZING!! The boys and I go through bags of that like it’s our job. I pick out the chocolate chips for Peanut, the dried fruit and chocolate chips for Big Kid, and then I eat whatever is left (keeping a few chocolate chips and pieces of dried fruit for me too 😉 ). Sooo good!! Have a blast in Disneyland, girl!! Super jealous of that one but also very excited
Enjoy stocking up on all your favorites, too! Definitely something that I’m doing this weekend 😀
I’m so jealous of your trip to Disneyland! I keep casually bringing it up in my life – and no one is interested. But I’m definitely planning on going to Blend this year, and Park City, UT, is amazing, so I’m totally looking forward to that (and meeting awesome blends in real life!).
Woo! 😀 It’ll be great to meet you, lady!
Ahhh yay!!! So excited for you!! As far as Chipotle’s…we have one ABOUT TO OPEN right beside my office. I plan to eat there…every day. And Whole Foods?! You mean heaven?! Ours is 2 hours away, but we try to get there often. Luckily we can buy Justin’s locally. If you ever need a shipment of American goodies just let me know…my husband is addicted to Canadian kitkats
Are they different from American Kitkats?
Yes! They taste amazing. American KitKats taste a lot like … plastic! The chocolate tastes really cheap. Canadian ones have an awesome rich flavor. (same goes for most of their chocolate!)
Whaaaaat? We might have to look into this…
Canadian wins hands down.
NO WAY!!
Id be so so so excited to get to the KINGDOM too!!
I love Chipotle and Whole Foods! Everytime I visit a city with Whole Foods I have to to go and do a restock on all my favorite things. I still cannot make my mind up about the Blend Retreat…..argh!
Can I make up your mind for you? 😀
Please, please do!!!
Is it weird if I come crash your Disneyland adventure? Yes? Damn.
You’ll have the BEST time at Blend. I likely won’t be going, because that weekend marks the start of finals week. Yes, we have Saturday finals. Yes, it’s the dumbest thing ever. Sigh.
Well there goes my happy mood 😥
Enjoy your trip to Disneyland! I hope it is all things magical
You will absolutely love Blend! The location is beautiful and it was so fun to meet so many amazing ladies!!
I saw Justin’s Almond Butter in a Starbucks Bistro Box once and bought it solely for that – it was the honey, not the maple, but was still ah-mazing. Have an fantastic time in Disneyland! Don’t forget to take a picture with Mickey. 😉
That is one delicious snack bundle right there.
Girl, I’m loving your snack tooth! And I couldn’t agree more – whenever I ski, I feel like I eat all.the.time. You are so cute in your elevator selfies!
I can’t wait to hear how Disney goes! Emjoy the weather for me, ‘k? Oh, and I think I’d need have the store if I was buying six months worth …
Awww YAY!
YAY for TWO reasons: 1) Disneyland; 2) BLEND! I’m hoping to go to Blend this year. I mean, after all, it’s a 45 minute drive from where I live! Hopefully I’ll get to meet you!
P.S. Loving how successful your “Thinking Out Loud” link up has become! You rock, girlfriend!
OMIGOODNESS! Sorry for the caps, but I’m really hoping you’ll end up going because I would -love- to meet you!
I’m definitely jealous of your Disney trip! That’d be so much fun as an adult. I’ve been to Disneyland before, but I was three months old so I’m going to go ahead and say that that doesn’t count.
And I’ve had such a freakin’ craving for Puffins this week, but I haven’t made it out to the grocery store yet. But yeees, stock up on the ALL the almond butters!!
And as for Blend….I VOLUNTEER! 😉
Yeah Chipotle! Probably the best thing to come out of Colorado…besides the Fray…and Celestial Seasonings…and One Republic. I think it’s a tie
Try the salad dressing when you get a burrito bowl, it usually comes with the salads (the only difference between a salad and burrito bowl is the lettuce is on the bottom in a salad and on top in the bowl) but it’s worth asking for because it makes it about 10 times better 
Hope you have an awesome trip!
So, so jealous!! I’m not going on a trip until June when I go on my bachelorette party, and then July for my honeymoon! Late winter is the best time to go on vacation because it gets ya out of the cold, dreary weather!
Ahhhh I want to go to Blend so badly. The price for the retreat itself isn’t bad but… gosh the plane tickets. I don’t know if I should try to save money for that or all of the other trips I want to take. So difficult.
I knew you were going to say you were going to Disneyland! I hope you have a great time and give Mickey a big old kiss for me!
Would it be horrible of me to try and influence your decision from now until June? 😛
ERMAGHERDDDDD DISNEYLAND. Why didn’t you share this with me?!? Where was my invite?!?! Fail spoons.
On another note, I tried to swallow my iron pill while chewing gum yesterday so it sounds like we discovered the same thing. Lost the gum and the pill
OMG, California!!! I’m obviously super jealous
Have so much fun!!! And yay for blend! I’m still on the fence since it is in the same place as last year and SLC is not cheap to fly into but we will see 
OMG…so jealous of your trip to Disneyland!!! I hope you have a fabulous time!
I really need to look into Blend. I have yet to meet any bloggers face to face and I’d love to meet everybody. This seems like the perfect opportunity to do that! Plus, it just sounds like a total blast!
Whoo-hoo, so awesome that you’re going to CA & Disney!!! I’m so envious of your CA trip, love that state!!! I love going to Whole Foods when I have the opportunity too, so I’m excited for you to be able to stock up on your foodie goodies & that almond butter.
Yay for DisneyLand!! It’s been so long since I’ve been there, I’m hoping you take lots of picture so I can live through them haha. And yum, Puffins are just toooo gooood! Especially when you mix the cinnamon with the peanut butter ones! Hmmmmm well I don’t know how many you go through each month, but I go through a jar a month of almond butter, so I’d say 6-12 jars
Sounds about right to me!
Ahhh!!! I want to go to Disney. I was in Disney World last year for my birthday, and I’m aching to go back. Hope you have a blast!
And for the record, I live in the States, but my city is lacking a Chipotle and Wholefoods, though they’re opening in April 2014 & 2015, respectively. Thank goodness we have Moe’s & The Fresh Market already (which are similar but bit quite as good IMO).
Happy Thursday!
It’s s exciting you’re going to Disneyland!! Stop at Mall of America slash my place on the way?? 😉
I have been going back and forth on whether I should go to Blend…I always seem to end up with some form of elevation sickness that gives me a headache or makes me super groggy so if I wanted to actually ENJOY myself I’d have to go a day or two early…moneymoneymoney. Plus the money factor. 😉 But obviously now that I know you’re going, I’m reconsidering. 😉
All I know is that I’ve regretted not going every time I opted out of it in the past, and I don’t want to make the same mistake again!
BLEND 2014!! I plan on going this year, last year I found out about it when everyone was already there, womp womp.
Have a blast in Disneyland! Make sure you try the apple pie caramel apple. It’s covered it caramel, white chocolate, and apple pie strussel-ish stuff.
I had 2 in the matter of 4 hours in-between riding the tea cups haha, you’ll love it!
That’s awesome that you’re going to Disneyland! It’s been years, yearsss, since I’ve been to any Disney park. When I was younger we did a 2-week trip up and down the California coast… One day I’d LOVE to do it again!
how exciting both for Disney and Blend…
I feel kind of bad that you can’t shop at Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods to pick up your favorite things or even the new things we United States people talk about so often. This would really bother me. I am super excited for you to get to Disney Land though this weekend and have a chance to not only enjoy a vacation at the happiest place on earth but pick up the necessities.
Have fun in Disneyland!! I’m going for the first time in August and I can’t wait! So excited to hear all about your trip
I’ve never been to Disney Land but I live an hour from Disney World and will be there next month
Disneyland is fun! It seems so weird to be in the middle of the park when urban L.A/Anaheim is surrounding you. When I was there, I definitely felt like the hustle and bustle of that massive city was left behind.
Totally agree about the Canadian foodie wasteland comment – I go crazy on American food when I go to the States. Chiptole, just your average Mexican restaurants, Cheesecake factory, Chobani yoghurts, Trader Joes, etc. etc. etc.
Sounds like a fun trip! I am glad you’ll get to replenish your AB supply. Better bring lots of MONEY too because that much Justin’s will cost you!
I’ve been to Disney World a million times, but never to Disneyland. Now, whenever I think of Disneyland, I think of “Saving Mr. Banks.” Did you see that?
I haven’t, but I’ve heard good things! And I’ve always wanted to go to Disney World… it’s a little far away though
Oh man I’m jealous of your CA trip! It’s so unseasonably cold here that I want to get away so badly!
You KNOW how I feel about #4! 😉 You most definitely NEED to buy at least 10 jars ;).
Just had my first whole foods experience yesterday.. WOW!!
If you need a travel buddy for blend I’m really wanting to go as well. The highlights from last year look amazing
I’d definitely be down for that!
Awesome! Keep in touch
You picked the right time to come to SoCal! We’ve had nothing but perfect (although dry) 70 degree weather all winter (I actually typed summer first because that’s what it has felt like) long. It makes me wonder what kind of summer we’ll have though. Anyway, have fun at Disney, and make sure you try In and Out Burger and Wahoos! They have one in Costa Mesa which is close by Anaheim.
BTW there is a whole foods less than a mile from my house. It’s kind of scary how tempting it is to go there all the time but my paycheck would hate me.
You don’t have a Whole Foods or Chipotle in your city?!?! Girl, you need to move to Toronto! I just had Chipotle on the weekend!
Take me with you to Disney!!!!!!
I am so excited that you are planning on going to Blend! I am looking for carmates to drive from Denver, so kudos to definitely planning to fly because I know that’s not cheap. I am excited to meet you in person, and will always hook you up with Justin’s if you run out of your well planned out supply
Woo! It’ll be great to see you there, girl! 😀
I agree, we need a whole foods/trader joes, something like that up here! I went to Superstore the other day and actually found a few things that I would have swore would have never been marketed up here – some jerky from a very small company and a jar of cookie butter — shouldn’t have gotten the cookie butter but holy wow that stuff is good.
Can I just say that your TOLs are growing so fast! Hindsight is always 20/20 but I think we were all wanting you to do the link up way way earlier!!
Can you believe that I honestly never thought anything would become of it? 😯
Dammit Blend, why can’t you come to the East Coast?! OK I think all the founders are located out West there so I guess that’s a good reason. BUT BARELY.
I have a box of the pumpkin Dr. Krackers in my pantry! Been waiting to open them til after I finish some other snacks. How are they?! AMAZING? I bet. I want to make squash bisque and dip them into it. Ooooh yes.
I totally know what it’s like to have those places you HAVE to visit on vacation. I have plenty back in Florida. Funny for me I never go to Chipotle because we have them everywhere here now but back when we didn’t and the first one opened, I waited in a HUGE line to have some! I’m having Whole Foods for din tonight and will appreciate it extra, in your honor.
I live in LA (Santa Monica) and know some great health foodie places if you have any desire to have a blogger lunch/coffee/tea date! On another note, I love those Dr. Kracker crisps! Pumpkin seeds and cheddar is such an awesome combo. Seedy crackers are the best.
I was really hoping to do some kind of a blogger meet up while I was there, but I’m honestly not sure our schedule will allow for much free time. If anything, I could always send you an e-mail outta the blue?
Look at all of these link-ups lady!!! I’m so proud of you for starting something great 😀
And I guess I lost on the Disney get-a-way but you are SO lucky to be going to (one of) the happiest places on Earth… As well as the other happiest place on Earth: Park City!!!
Oh how I wish I could afford it. You’re going to have a blast!!!
YAY for coming to Disneyland!! LA has been having some gorgeous weather lately, so hopefully our weather perks you up. Although, it might just depress you even more when you have to go back to your snow filled home. But hey, at least your home doesn’t have the traffic that LA does am I right? 😉
And seriously, I live RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET from a whole foods, and I never go. Its just too much. I cant stick to my list, I buy too many unnecessary (ok not totally unnecessary!) things and go wayyyyy over my budget!
And I just had Chipotle last night <3<3<3
So…I linked up twice. Because I was already linking up Tuesday’s post, then today’s seemed to fit AND reminded me of you!
can i come? no really. I need disney and chipotle. You will love chipotle. LIKE A LOT!
I already love Chipotle a lot <3 <3 And are you coming to Blend?!?
i sure am!! you better be. Maybe chipotle can sponsor you. hehe
Lucky you! I am happy you get to spend a vacation with your mama! That is priceless.
My random thought is that I am enjoying a few more moments of quiet before I need to wake my toddler to pick up my five yr old from preschool. Ahhh. Soaking it in…
I think it is entirely 100% Okay for you to be equally excited for Chipotle because it is so hard for you to find a place that makes you feel comfortable with your allergies!
Gosh, Utah is so beautiful. I’d love to go. Have fun!
That is so fun that you are going to be in my neck of the woods! I’ve actually only been to Disneyland twice but it really is a magical place. I need to get an annual pass one of these years so I can just go whenever!
YOUR GOING TO DISNEY! I don’t have a face that shows my happiness for you and the jealousy I feel. Oh lady you and your mom are going to have so much fun!! I’m so excited for you!!
Ok.. now I’m going back up to read the rest of your post.. I just couldn’t help myself to quickly scroll down and write while excited.
Awwr too sweet! Thanks, girl <3
Ahh! So fun that you’re going to Disneyland!
I guess I’m in sort of the opposite situation as you, because I just blogged about a bunch of goodies that my parents just brought back from CANADA. And you’re not going to believe this, but I still haven’t tried Chipotle yet. There’s one near me, so I don’t know why I haven’t taken advantage of it yet! It’s like I’m not American. 😉
Gahh if I didn’t have school I would go to Blends Retreat! Darnit.
YAY for lots of snowboarding!!! Totally jealous. Also totally jealous about your Disneyland trip!!! WHAT UP!!
Have so much fun at Disney! So jealous! I’m desperate for some heat and sunshine.
I take selfies in the elevator all the time, but mine aren’t as clear as yours.
I hope you bring an extra suitcase for all the food!
YAY! I’m so excited that you’ll be heading over here for Disneyland. I’m not going to lie, your body might go into shock from the weather change…I just went on a walk wearing yoga pants and a tank top and I was hot. Yes, in the middle of January. Unreal!
And I’ll take one of everything in your grocery haul. Please and thank you (:
Sounds blissful. And honestly… I have no idea what kind of clothes to pack 😯
Justin’s is SO EXPENSIVE. My parents told me to put it on my birthday list haha – they won’t pay $13 dollars a jar (wonder why? 😉 ) Sorry you are almost out ;(
Have an amazing time in Disney!
Ahhhh I knnnnewwww it! I had a feeling you were going to come down here for Disneyland soon! Hmmmmmm is there a way a bunch of us Socal bloggers could meet up with you???!! If not, I totally understand….but that WOULD be marvelous. 😀 And I’m guessing you’d need to buy about 15 jars for 6 months! Er…maybe more?
I was really hoping to fit in some kind of blogger meet up, but I’m not sure our schedule will allow for it
If anything, I’ll be 100% sure to send you a shout out, though, ’cause it would be amazing to meet you!
That’s so awesome you’re going to Disneyland! Also, I’m jealous. I seriously can’t handle how cold it’s been here lately. I need to escape!
Canada’s food situation isn’t that bad if you live in the right spots. OBVIOUSLY you just need to move in with me and you’ll be within 30 minutes of both a Chipotle and a WF. 😉
SO COOL that you’re going to Disney! Honestly, magic kingdom is my favorite. I would go there every year if I could! And I don’t blame you for bringing an extra suitcase for food… whole foods is seriously addicting. I almost went tonight for dinner but didn’t want to be in a car for any longer. Tomorrow.
That’s so exciting you’re going to Disney!! And Whole Foods, haha. I hope you get a picture with Mickey.
I really want to attend Blend this year but I’m not sure what the bank account will look like after the wedding. Hopefully we get a bunch of money as gifts so I can afford to come!
Yay for Disneyland & sunny Cali! I just stopped at the Whole Foods today in Maple Grove, MN before heading home to pick up lunch and it was the BEST idea ever! I am trying to decide if I should save up some money and attend Blend…I don’t know what to do! UT would be amazing & I could piggyback it (maybe) with seeing my good friend who goes to school out there!
You know I’m going to try to convince you to go so that we can -finally- actually say hello to each other this time! 😛 I do hear that Park City is gorgeous though…
You might just be successful… =) And YES, we do need to say hello. It’s going to be higher on my list since it is in Park City; I’ve always wanted to visit there!
Uhh I am ridiculously jealous you were asked to write a post for Disney..BEST THING EVER. Even better is getting to GO TO DISNEY! I am so excited for that post!! I totally want to go to Blend…I should just…go. I literally just read a post before this one about how the blogger had never been to WF and was saying it’s too expensive and blah blah. I commented about my LOVE FOR THAT PLACE so I am glad to see some happy words about it! HAHA.
You could always move to Vancouver. We’ve got a couple Whole Foods around town and a Chipotle downtown. And Whistler isn’t too far.
The only downside is the rain…Alberta weather is so much nicer. I miss the snow!
Absolutely love “Thinking Out Loud” posts!
Any pointers for this newbie?
Disney sounds like a great time. My husband and I went to Disney World in FL for our 1 year anniversary and had a blast. Have a great time!
This weekend I’m hitting the slopes. I’ve been skiing a lot, but I’m attempting snowboarding for the first time. I’m so excited, but also scared. My biggest fear is getting off of the lift with my board. I can just picture me getting tangled up and face planting.
Eeee! You’re going to have an amazing time! 😀 Don’t be scared — they’ll stop the chairs if you do end up face planting 😉 My biggest tips would be to get a feel for moving on the board before you attempt to go downhill, start on smaller hills, keep your weight centred, and use your back foot to steer. It’s hard to teach boarding through words — just go out there and kick some butt 😀
Thank you!
I’m planning to go to the Blend Retreat in June, too! I’m excited that we’ll be able to meet!!
AWWW so fun I hope you have the best time! Take lots of pictures for us! To be honest I have never been to Disney Land. All of those snacks look really good 😀
Your trip is going to be so much fun! I have yet to venture over to Disneyland myself, so I’m looking forward to reading your thoughts on it! Are you a thrill ride fan? I used to be obsessed, but haven’t been on a roller coaster in ages!
All those snack options (more than half of which are in my pantry at the moment) are quite healthy so I don’t think you have to worry too much about a big appetite! Plus, snowboarding is a heck of a workout, so it makes sense. I LOVE lentil chips!
I really want to go to Blend as well, so if I can afford it I’m definitely going to try! I’ve only been doing this blogging thing for several months and I already feel like I know so many interesting people and would love to meet you all in person!
I can handle thrill rides in small doses — too many in a row and I start getting a little nauseous. And definitely try to hit up Blend! No better way to get involved in the community than to meet some of the lovely people in it 😀
I so wish I could join you in sunny CA! SO excited you will be at Blend… can’t wait to hug your neck! xoxo
Hello
Have fun in Disney.
I see that you like puffins as well. I love the peanut butter kind.
I used to buy it at trader joes when I went to the states. Now they sell it in
Canada (well at least in Toronto). At my local food store and whole foods. Now I would like to try the
Maple almond butter.
Have a great trip
I always look forward to reading your thoughts (I hope that doesn’t sound weird…). 😀
I am beyond jealous that you get to go to Disneyland! I have had such intense urges to go there. I know you’ll have an amazing time! I mean, who wouldn’t? I love it there!
No shame in being ready for Chipotle and Whole Foods. I love the burrito bowls and food, Good idea to bring half a suitcase! You’ll need it. 😉
Oh the sad view of the almost empty nut butter jar.. but the happy feeling of starting a new one!
Why are you so gorgeous? Answer me that please.
I hope you have safe travels and have the time of your life on vacation! 😀 <3
Awwr thank you for the sweet comment, Natalie <3 I hope you're having an awesome weekend!
Lol at the swallowing vitamins whilst chewing gum.
I NEED to try some of Justin’s Almond Butter, buy it and get it shipped to Australia as it always sounds delicious!
Late comment as only now catching up on all my blog reading! Glad to hear you’ve been enjoying your snowboarding. As I said before have a great time!
Ok…so I know the last time you asked, I was still on the fence, but I wanted you to know thaaaaaaaaaaaaat I’M GOING TO BLEND TOO!!!!! I just…I got to thinking and I don’t think I’ll be doing much on the traveling front this year so I figured I might as well “break the bank” with a trip to Utah! Plus, I just couldn’t live with myself knowing I had the chance to FINALLY meet you in person, and missed it! 😀 Can’t wait to meet you….and give you the biggest hug ever! Just don’t laugh if I start crying! 😉
YOU’RE GOING TO BLEND!!! OMG! Day.freaking.made
Wow so I’m further behind than I realized. Geesh, how did that happen?! I’ve missed your posts.
A Disney trip is the perfect fit for you, although by now you’ve come and gone, and I’m sure had a blast. Guess I’ll have to keep reading to find out.
Love the snacks.
Oh and I picked up a dry brush earlier this week and thought of you.
I’ve missed you lady! Where have you been!??!
I had stuff going on what seemed like every single day two weeks ago, then we went Buffalo to see my family and then I had the Hubby home and all to myself this past week so I took a blogging break. All good stuff, but I’m back now.