One of the things I love most about blogging is being able to go back and look at past posts to see what I was up to at any given time. Like on February 10, 2013? I was talking to you about things that I love. And speaking of love, who can forget Valentine’s Day that year… I even shared what’s in my makeup bag (a lot of which is still the same).
Okay, okayβ¦ I’ll stop digging through the past now. The point is, it’s neat to have that record and see what’s changed and what’s stayed the sameβ¦ which is why I’m a huge fan of doing these currently posts on a monthly basis. So without further ado, let’s take a look at life as I currently know it… in February π
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Current book: Cruel Beauty by Rosamund Hodge. I only picked this one up a few days ago so I can’t say too much about it just yet, but it’s based on the story of Beauty and the Beast (one of my all time favourites), so I’m hoping it’ll be a good one. The opening line is certainly interesting…
“I was raised to marry a monster.”
Current music: You know what’s sad? Finding yourself in a position where you’re skipping past basically every.single.song on your playlist. I haven’t really gotten any new music in months and I’m starting to feel it… Help a girl out!
Current guilty pleasure: Playing the occasional video game. Don’t judge meβ¦ too harshly π
Current nail colour: My nails are currently rocking their birthday suits, but I’m thinking this colour (Essie’s Leading Lady) for Valentine’s Day…
Current drink: Smoothies, smoothies, and more smoothies. Remember that untimely obsession I mentioned? Yupβ¦ still going strong. 1 a day is a given; 2 a day isn’t rare; and 3 a day may or may not have happened on more than one occasion. The epicness you see below? I’ll be sharing the recipe soon.
Current food: All things chocolate. From smoothies, to muffins, to bars, to truffles, to chocolate chips straight from the bag… I haven’t been able to get enough cocoa-y goodness in my life lately. I blame the fact that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and chocolate is bombarding me from all angles.
Current obsession: Dried fruit with almond butter. I’ve loved this combo for as long as I can remember, but I go through phases with it where I’ll be completely obsessed one moment and then completely forget about it the next. Right now I’m very much completely obsessed.
Current wish: I wish for infinite wishes
Current need: This is a little embarrassing to admit, but it’s the same as it was last month — more food photography props. The creative buy-ALL-the-things part of my brain is battling with the OCD clutter-is-the-devil part of my brain, and thus far the OCD part has been winning. I have a feeling its suffocating reign will be coming to an end soon though…
Current triumph: Guess what?!? I’m getting better at responding to e-mails in a timely fashion π Yes, there’s still room for improvement, but I’ve come a long way since last month. Now, instead of it taking me a week, I can usually manage in a few days. Goal? 24 hours…
Current bane of my existence: This freaking cold weather…
β¦ that has been hanging around for the past week or so. Normally I’d just grin and bear it the way us Canadians usually do, but I haven’t been able to go snowboarding in two.whole.weeks and that’s just unacceptable. Thankfully it looks like it’ll be warming up by the end of the week, so you’d better believe that I’ll be out on the slopes next weekend.
Current indulgence: Makeup. I haven’t really been buying all that many beauty products lately, but I more than made up for it with a recent trip to Sephora π― I have a feeling that these might find their way into this month’s favourites post if the reviews I’ve read are correct…
Benefit’s The POREfessional primer // Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Dim Light // Benefit’s Hoola Bronzing Powder
Current procrastination: Renewing my passport. Most countries require your passport to be valid for at least another 6 months if you want to enter, and mine expires in May. This doesn’t apply to Canadians who want to travel to the States (which is where I usually go), so I’ve been putting it off. Time to get on thatβ¦ just in case a surprise trip to Italy pops up in my near future #wishfulthinking
Current blessing: My family. It’s just me and my mom and dad over on this side of the big blue ocean, but I feel super lucky to live a short 20-minute drive away from them so that I can go over and mooch food visit every weekend. Sunday night dinners are seriously one of my favourite things ever…
Current excitement: I want to tell you!… but not yet. I will say that it involves seeing J soon π
Current mood: Pleased and content.
Current link: Pinterest. Like my food obsessions, I go through phases with Pinterest. I’ve kind of been ignoring it for the past little while, but lately I’ve been spending more time organizing my boards, adding new ones, and actually pinning things.
Give me your current:
1) β¦ song.
2) β¦ guilty pleasure.
3) β¦ food.
4) β¦ bane of existence.
5) β¦ obsession.
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Miss Polkadot
Coincidence! I’ve been writing on my ‘Currently’ post today, too. Your book sounds interesting – I’d be curious to hear how you like it once you’ve read a little more.
My current bane of existence is knowing I have to pack for my move but procrastinating. Like right now again …
As happy as I am for you meeting J again soon I wish your excitement involved travel plans to Europe. Now that’s what I’d call wishful thinking ;).
Emma
Hey, I appreciate your response to my comment on Friday’s post. Thank you!
Based on what you’ve posted in the past, we have fairly similar tastes in music, so I’ll give you a few recommendations (which you may or may not like, but at least it’s something new)
1) Deliverance by Gojira
2) Scream of the Butterfly by Acid Bath
3) Sic Transit Gloria by Brand New (they have tons of good songs, but that one is my favourite)
4) Otherside by Macklemore
5) Roulette Dares (The Haunt of) by Mars Volta (this song is AMAZING)
6) Ratrace by Skindred
7) We Will Fall Together by Streetlight Manifesto
8) Panic by Sublime with Rome
9) Anything by Tool, but I’m guessing you know who they are already, haha.
10) Inis Mona by Eluvetie
11) Evil by Interpol
Hopefully that leads you to something new!
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
π― π― So.much.LOVE. I only managed to make it through the first 3 songs on your list so far because I’ve been listening to each one like 3 or 4 times π Thanks so much, Emma!
Miranda @ Lovely Wife Lovely Life
I totally know what you mean about the music. I haven’t gotten new music in forever so I’m tired of all the songs on my iPod! I end up putting on the “Country Love Songs” station on Pandora, and that usually takes care of the problem π Food, apples!! I haven’t had apples in forever and I bought a few last week. They are SO delicious and I forgot how much I love them!
Heather
Music needed? Done. Bruno Mars! Yummy!
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles
Give me your current:
1) Song: As soon as you find some awesome new stuff, wanna send the suggestions my way? Although Eric’s been listening to a lot of James LaBrie lately (the singer from Dream Theatre’s solo stuff) and it’s pretty good.
2) Guilty Pleasure: Umm…I’m with you on the video games π every night where I have a little bit of time, Fallout 3 appears.
3) Food: avocado, salmon, and nut butters. Healthy fats!
4) Bane of Existence: winter. It needs to go away.
5) Obsession: yoga/stretching. I’m going to touch those damn toes one day…
And going to see J?!? Teext me details!!
And I’m trying to decide what colour to paint my nails this weekend…I don’t even know if I have a pink or a red (not a pink/red person…)
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Will share deets very soon π And I’m actually thinking about going with a metallic gunmetal colourβ¦ with possible either a silver or red accent nail.
Diana @sosmallsostrong
Oh I forgot to ask… do you have any very favorite books? I’m looking into some new readings
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Tonnesssss. The Fault In Our Stars is my latest favourite. The Hunger Games. Divergent. Delirium. The Name of the Wind. The Art of Racing In The Rain. The Book Thief. Gone Girl. Game of Thrones. Life of Piβ¦ those are just a few that pop into my head π
Hedda
. . . someone shares my taste in books ^^
Diana @sosmallsostrong
That nail polish is to die for..perfect for February!!
Let’s see…
song – Happy by Pharrell ..I can’t get enough
guilty pleasure – Coconut extract, I’m putting it in everything
food – Chocolate Coconut Mug Cakes
bane of existence – Catching up on my school work… I can’t get ahead!
obsession – YOUR BLOG SISTA! π
Chelsea
Passport renewal is the worst thing everrrrrrrrr. Luckily, we’re in the clear for a good…8 years.
I’ve heard Canadians get a long weekend for Valentine’s day. IS THIS TRUE?!
Geez. Canada.
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Not because of Valentine’s Day, but the 17th is Family Day so we get the day off for that π
Chelsea
that’s it. Moving to Canada. TONIGHT.
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Day = made. Just don’t tell me you were kidding π
Chelsea
Oh how I wish it was true…
Hollie
Wow that salad looks really good. I’ve been debating what color I wanted to paint my nails for Valentines day. I couldn’t decide bold or subtle…it’s always such a hard choice. I don’t pull off the color red well.
Lindsay @ Lindsay Weighs In
GIRLLLL get that Passport updated so I can give you the biggest hug ever at Blend π
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Don’t need to get it updated for trips to the States, so the hug is definitely happening π
Lyric
I am incredibly jealous of your makeup purchases. Especially the Hourglass powder and you got it in the exact shade I’ve been lusting after! I have tried the Porefessional before and I hate to say it (mostly because of the price) but it just didn’t really do much for me; It made my skin soft but I found my foundation getting almost patchy when I put it on after. I will say I passed it on to my mom and she loved it! So Im hoping you do to!
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Eep! That’s too bad about the primer π I haven’t tried it yet, but I used the Hourglass this morning and I have to sayβ¦ this stuff is just magical.
Beth @ Mangoes and Miles
I’m at that place with music, too–although part of it is that I’m too cheap to buy songs/albums that I’m not absolutely obsessed with, and I haven’t had time to listen to music and get absolutely obsessed with songs, sooo my “favorites” playlist is super bare right now. π I just wish I had unlimited money…why does this wish pop up so often? Hmph.
Karen @ Kama Fitness
I’m with you…SICK of winter! lol! The whole month of Jan we were in a deep freeze! Brr…I’m just totally ready for summer now!! lolz!
cait @pieceofcait
Oooooooh that nail color is perfect for Vday! and I love benefit products, and their packaging! π
Jess @dearhealthyness
Everything chocolate!!!!! my God I always add cocoa pwder to my breakfast, is that abad thing or a good thing?
Current song: Dark Horse, Katy Perry
Current guilty pleasure: white bread from a local bakery (out of the oven mmmm)
Current food: cocoa powder invading my breakfast π
Missy
The current bane of my existence is phone cords — the curly kind that get all kinky. But not in “that” way. I don’t like to wear my headset all day it makes me feel some type of way.
Can’t offices have cordless phones? (0:
Thanks for letting me vent.
And I hear you on thedried fruit and nut butter combo — Might I recommend trying dried fruit and marscapone cheese if you get the chance? So good — it’s to die for and then come back to life to die for it all over again.
Agnes
I had the same issue with my ipod playlist a while back and kind of gave up trying to find new music – started re-discovering my old (grunge/alternative) teenage favourites from back in the early 90s instead! Don’t know why no one makes music like that anymore…… Though I guess that doesn’t really help! As for recommendations of more recent stuff, I’ve been listening quite a lot to Spinnerette lately (Australian collaboration band) – if you’re into slightly alternative stuff, check out their (2009) album by the same name, it’s great!
Food of the moment is smoothies, hands down. It’s been my breakfast almost every day for weeks now.
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
The 90’s were amazing for so many things, and you’re rightβ¦ they definitely don’t make music like they used to. I’m thinking that I should go back through some of my old mix tapes to refresh my memory of some of the songs that I used to love, but I have to find a cassette player first π―
Ang @ Nutty for Life
I’m procrastinating on actually finding my passport… I have no clue where it is, which is really bad. And that’s one heck of a first sentence! Sheesh! I hope that book turns out to be interesting. It sounds like a great read. Right now I’m re-reading Divergent for my YA lit class. My current bane of existence is the roots that are showing in my hair once again and the need to save money for that among other money sucking things. Woof.
Kat
YAY for ANYTHING that involves J!! I know that its hard for you,so Im hoping that its a nice long vacay together or something π
That book sounds SUPER interesting. I hope that it picks up! Let me know alright? Ill have to swing by and get it sometime!!
And that Essie polish is gorgeousssss. I need to get my hands on that!
Ms.J
Oh myyy I hope you going to be seeing J in time for Valentines day!? I’d love to see a pic of the two of you..but aahh well! Essie’s Leading Lady is a gorgoeus shade…and Cruel Beauty sounds like a good one – that first line..wow, intense.
Oh so there’s something in the air for sure..maybe a certain curse that comes with February, because I am all about the chocolate as well! I’m trying hard not to bash myself up about it..at least I’m not depriving myself right. Ooooh guess what I baked today? An incredible batch of double chocolate chip muffins that some genius dreamed up π . I’ll be featuring it in my WIAW this week..hopefully π
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Not in time for Valentine’s, unfortunately, but late is better than never π And I’m pretty sure we’re all in the same boat when it comes to chocolate, so definitely don’t feel bad about it. Life’s too short to deny yourself that kind of pleasure.
Happy Monday, lovely lady! <3
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries
I’m with you on the Pinterest thing… I totally go in phases with it. Although I will say, I’ve been on a pretty steady “kick” with it for the past few months. And, I’m proud to say that I actually USE the things I pin! π
Ashley
You can NEVER have enough food photography props! Gotta love finding single napkins on clearance at target or home goods. My current obsession is clementines. I’ve been eating like three a day for the past two weeks!
Sarah @ The Bookshelf Pirate
Would love to hear what you think of Cruel Beauty as you read more of it! There are so many good re-told fairy tales out there, I’m hoping that one will live up to its hype. (It’s been getting some hype in the book world.)
I’m on a chocolate kick right now, too. Preparing myself to be at shops bright and early the day AFTER Valentine’s day. All the discount chocolate! People around here don’t like super dark chocolate so much, either, so I just fill up the ol’ shopping basket for the rest of the year.
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Genius idea with the chocolate — I really hope I can find some that’s allergy-friendly. As for Cruel Beauty, I’m not far enough in to say much about the storyline yet, but I do like the author’s writing style. Very enjoyable and relaxing to read.
Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health
my guilty pleasure – eating homemade ice-cream straight out of the tub for breakfast π I am the same way with pinterest, I go through phases. Yay for soon meeting with J.
Heather
You’re the cutest! Love this! Smoothies as you know, as a daily given for me, around 4 a day no lie:) I’ve also healed my relationship with the great AB which I love, and the raw creamy sends me over the moon! Dark chocolate is also a daily given for me, preferably the 100% or cacao powder, and the Vortex as they call it, is hitting tonight in SC, which is crazy since yesterday it was 70 here! We don’t know whether to open the windows or turn on the heat each day. It’s crazy! We rarely get snow at all so if we do , I’ll be shocked. They call a bluff every time. Thanks for sharing dear!!
Erin @ The Almond Eater
1. I’m actually still obsessed with the entire Lorde album–just haven’t gotten sick of it yet!
2. This is weird but I’m obsessed with this one TJ’s brand of veggie chips….
3. Same as #2
4. The cold of course! I think many people will agree on that one.
5. Hmmmm—yoga? I don’t know about obsession but maybe.
I love blogging for the same reason..to look back! Have a great day π
Tatum
are those SEPHORA goodies I see! I caved while trolling their website late Saturday night oops. I ordered some of the bumble & bumble hair stuff have you ever tried? They had these cute little sample sizes you could order so I figured I’d give them a try. I absolutely HATE when I get to that point playlist wise.. it makes cardio THAT much harder.
Current song: You don’t know – big sean feat. ellie goulding
Current food [group?]: dessert !
Davida @ The Healthy Maven
Back on the Pinterest train! Eyyyyyyo!
I’ll send you music if you teach me how to do my makeup!
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Deal — next Skype date.
Carly @ Snack Therapy
I LOVE the Porefessionals Primer. That stuff makes my skin baby-butt soft. Current bane of my existence is this morning. I’m havin’ a real hard time getting going this morning. Granted, it’s only 5:45am so I have some time to get it together ;).
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Sending you some of my energy! I’ve literally been going non-stop — it’s kind of insane actually π―
Taryn
Cruel Beauty sounds great.. hope it ends up being good! I need to find it ASAP. My current favorite songs are really just what’s on the radio, but I’ve been listening to Passenger a lot lately. Current bane of existence is definitely this weather. I can deal with the cold a bit longer, but this snow needs to take a hike.
Tiff @ Love, Sweat & Beers
Yay for seeing J!! π My current food is pizza, which needs to stop. Like… now. Also, I too am getting sick of winter. Bring on warm n’ sunny spring!!!
Danica @ It's Progression
My husband and I will occasionally play Mario Kart on our super old Gamecube…we feel like complete kids but it’s really fun to play once in a while!
Shashi @ http://runninsrilankan.com
Yay – glad you get to see J soon! And dried fruit and AB you say? I have been having dates and AB/PB, but never thought about dried fruit – BRILLIANT!
My current song is “Blessings” by Laura Story
My guilty pleasure (and food) has been “Food Should Be So Good” sea salt brown rice crackers
My current bane of existence hospital cafeteria coffee π
My current obsession (and food) – Roots Hummus!
Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat
The current bane of my existence right now is snow! We got more last night and we’re getting more at the end of the week. SO over this!
My current food is smoothies and pancakes! I love them both and can’t get enough of them these days!
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Me too, me too! I literally -just- finished my morning smoothie, and I’m thinking that pancakes for dinner have a very high possibility of happening.
Autumn Wieland
1: Well….i DO have a current favorite song but its so new that i don’t even know the name of it yet… π
2: Guilty pleasure has been buying VS bras! lol <3
I really wish that i didn't live in the land of flatness! Snowboarding sounds like tons of fun and a great workout even though I'm sure id fall on my butt a loooooot.
I am SO sick of cold weather and snow! How's a person supposed to be motivated when its so cold out (and indoors!) and there are piles of snow everywhere? I can honestly say that I'm looking forward to spring more than any other year!
Heather @fitncookies
I love these posts, probably because I’m nosy.. lol. Current music- the background music playing on Good Morning America, ha. Current guilty pleasure- ugh I baked fresh cinnamon rolls last night which are on my counter. Obviously that means I’ve indulged in too many already ! Food- just finished oats in a cookie butter jar- MY FAV!
Emma @ Life's A Runner
I’m in love with that nail polish! My current song is, um, Holly Jolly Christmas? Can we not be judged together? And my obsession is watching skiing in the olympics! Even though I cringe every time someone goes off a jump/moves their leg, I can’t stop. I’ve never even been a TV person and now I’m watching it at 2am! Help!
Shannon
Currently my favorite song is “Let it Go” from the Disney movie Frozen! I play it on REPEAT at work all day long! Can’t get enough of that energy and Idina Menzel’s voice! My favorite guilty pleasure is anything with peanut butter. Oooh so delicious! My favorite food currently are Think Thin peanut butter protein bars – I could have one for EVERY meal! Current bane of my existence… you guessed it – this HORRIBLE COLD weather! Grrr, is it spring yet? My other current obsession is reading blogs right now and actually becoming more active in the blogging community. It’s so exciting and I love sharing new ideas and exchanging motivational tips, workouts, recipes, etc. Thanks for the post! π
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Oh goodness that song is WONDERFUL — heck, the whole soundtrack is. I was literally singing it nonstop for about 2 weeks, and you’re definitely right about the energy — just puts you in a good and motivated mood π
Kelly @ Kelly Runs For Food
Current guilty pleasure is binge-watching Revenge on Netflix. Yesterday was a total fail because of it!
Krista @ Tiny n Fit
My current guilty pleasure is watching the Millionaire Matchmaker. I just love the show- and seeing happy endings for people looking for love! Current food- Love Grown super grain hot oats. Current obsession- Smart Balance coconut peanut butter. SO good. And since you’re tired of the snow up there, please send some to DC π Happy Monday!