Today’s date is my birthday backwards: 10.26 <—-> 6.2.10
I’ve waited my whole life for this day!!
And can you tell our wedding date was planned that way!?
6.2.07
Love of my life!!
It’s been a long day already!!
My alarm went off at 4:45 this morning – I wanted to get a workout in before work so I can relax this afternoon …and gear up for dinner with a visiting celebrity!
I knew I had to race to the gym if I wanted the time to crunch together. I was there by 5:20 and home again by 6:20. In the meantime, I did 35 minutes on the Stairmaster (longer than I’ve been able to do in a while!) and then 10 minutes of super heavy, single set weights.
I was dripped sweat before, during and after my shower! It’s those times I wish we used air conditioning 🙂
Nothing an icy SIAB can’t fix!
I love my Vita-mix a little more each time I use it….
Today’s Fabuloso Mix
- 1 big handful ice
- 1 scoop Vega Vanilla Almond Smoothie Mix
- 3/4 cup coconut milk (LOVE this stuff BUT I wish I were higher in protein. The main reason I add milk to my smoothies is for the protein, so organic cow and soy milk make sense, but almond milk, rice, hemp, coconut – where’s the substance here!?)
- 1/4 cup Organic Valley Plain Yogurt drink (for more protein!)
- 1 ripe banana
- Handful spinach
Toppings:
- Hemp Plus (the last of my box – need more! This is THE BEST granola on SIABs!)
- Naturally Nutty White Chocolate Coconut Fluff Sauce
Nut Butter Fluff Sauce: 1 tbsp nut butter + 1 tbsp milk. Stir, nuke 10 seconds, stir.
With a side of tea that I brought home from Kericho, Kenya myself!
Best Of The Best
After a lot of hard work, Naturally Nutty Tri Packs are back in stock! This week only!
From the description:
White Chocolate Coconut Peanut Butter –> Decadence meets simplicity. The peanut butter is sweet and nutty, and you crunch your way through pieces of coconut and flax seed. Divine!
Vanilla Almond Butter –> The first time I tasted this almond butter I squealed "VANILLA FROSTING!" The best of vanilla and almond butter whirled together in a gritty blend that will remind you of the buttercream frosting on your wedding cake
Butter Toffee Peanut Butter –> And lastly, the award-winning butter toffee – and my first Naturally Nutty taste! Unique, slightly gritty, with a richness that is unmatched. Don’t fear – there’s barely any butter in it! The caramelized toffee flavor is what shines the most. Also features flax and hemp seeds!
Order ’em while they’re hot – there are 45 units. Since they’re handmade, they’ll take 3-5 days to ship, so please be patient while the nuts are ground.
Speaking of nuts, I’m going nuts!!
Off to work.
Freya @ Brit Chick Runs says
Oh My Days. Those nut butters at the end sound AMAZING!!
Annd of course – HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! I love how the dates work out 🙂 That first picture of you two is gorgeous 🙂
Have a fab day!
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! Does the “fluff sauce” actually fluff up or just stay thin? I’ll give it a try. Have a wonderful day!
Kath says
It does like of fluff. Like the texture of…cool whip a bit?
Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down) says
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to you both!! Hope you have a fabulous, fabulous day! 😀
Marisa (Loser for Life) says
Happy Anniversary!
Enjoy your day and dinner with Caitlin!
melissa says
Kath….Happy Anniversary….but I must ask….why oh why do you not use air conditioning? I live in Raleigh and I couldn’t imagine not using it. Are you doing this to save money or to live greener? Do you use air conditioning in your cars? I noticed last winter, you guys didn’t turn on your heat very often either. Is this a health thing I’m missing?
Melissa (Her Green Life) says
I think it’s awesome that you don’t use A/C, but I’m wondering the same thing as to your motivation. I know there are lots of potential reasons: not using the A/C would both save money and be greener, plus it makes it easier to enjoy being outdoors in the summer (not such a striking contrast between inside and outside).
Kath says
One part environmental, one part $$$.
We do use it in August when it gets simply unbearable, but right now, we prefer to breathe fresh outdoor air, hear birds chirping and feel the wind. And I do use it in my car, but only when it’s hot. Most of the time I like the windows down!
Jen says
Happy anniversary and backwards bday 🙂 That wedding picture is stunning! Hope you enjoy your magical day!
Heather says
Oh.MY. White chocolate coconut pb?! holy goodness…..i bet i could make that at home…hmmm!
Too funny about your birthdate backwards.
I remember the year I turned 25, my dad turned 52, so we used the same candles (a 2 and a 5).
Yummy looking SIAB!
Veggielady4life says
The spinach really adds such a gorgeous color to the SIAB… it would be worth throwing in even if it didn’t have any nutritional value. 🙂
Morgan @ Life After Bagels says
Happy Anniversary!
Marina says
Happy anniversary!
Enjoy your day 😉
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says
Happy anniversary! 🙂
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
Happy Anniversary! Mine is 6-10, so I am anxiously awaiting it! Nothing better than being married to your best friend! I planned on getting up early this morning for a workout, but he wanted to cuddle…can’t complain with that since we both are in dire need of more sleep! I hope you have a fast work day and a relaxing slow evening!
Lindsay @ Summit Sandwiches says
Happy Anniversary! I hope you have a great time celebrating. 🙂 I also had a SIAB to start off the day. It gives you such great energy, doesn’t it? It’s the perfect summer b-fast!
Ana says
Happy Anniversary Kath!
Ana
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says
Happy Anniversary!!! And have fun with your “celebrity” visitor 🙂
Lauren @ eater not a runner says
Happy Anniversary! I’m having a green smoothie right now, great way to start the day 🙂
midgetkeeper says
Happy Anniversary to you and Matt! You can feel the love in that picture.
sentimentsbydenise says
YuM! I ordered the butter trio pack -can’t wait to try these!
Happy Anniversary – enjoy your day!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
Happy anniversary! Have fun today! 🙂
Lisa says
Happy anniversary! What a fun day it must be to celebrate.
I drink rice milk, even though it isn’t high in protein, but I choose it because milk and most other dairy substitutes upset my stomach. I figure that I get enough protein from other food sources, but the rice milk at least provides other fortified vitamins. And I love the taste.
Estela @ Weekly Bite says
Happy Anniversary! Have a wonderful day!
Sam says
Wouldn’t your birthday backwards be 6-2-01?
Kath says
Yes, yes, technically!!
Mom says
Kath, You will be delighted to know that today is Edward Elgar’s birthday! (Remember your mention of Elgar and “Pomp and Circumstance” in your graduation speech.)
Kath says
🙂
Samantha Angela @ Bikini Birthday says
my birthday is a palindrome 7/27. Every birthday is my birthday backwards.
Wei-Wei says
Oh. My. God. Always taunting me with these descriptions of yummy nut butters when I can only get Skippy here in China. D:<
Wei-Wei
Tania says
I’m with you on the milk thing! Organic dairy and soy do not upset my stomach and I prefer to use those to up the protein to keep me satiated. Otherwise, I’m hungry an hour later!!
Mara @ What's For Dinner? says
Happy Anniversary!
Stacie @ Imperfectly Healthy says
Happy Backwards Birthday and Happy Anniversary!
Thanks for putting together the Naturally Nutty packages! I love their nut butters!
Hannah says
I’m interested that you say that about the protein content of your milk. A few years back I had switched to drinking oat and rice milk (we don’t have coconut or hemp here in Aus), but then I met with a nutritionist who pretty much told me such drinks were a bit of a waste, and that I should return to soy because of the protein. So that’s what I’ve been drinking ever since.
But enough about me… Happy Anniversary!
brandi says
Happy Anniversary!!!
A Teenage Gourmet (Sami) says
YESSS! I’ve been waiting for the naturally nutty package! You’ve totally made my day! . . . Thank you, thank you. 🙂
A Teenage Gourmet (Sami) says
P.S. The wedding photo of you is really beautiful, Kath.
RhodeyGirl says
1. Happy Anniversary!
2. How did I miss that you got a Vita-Mix? I am so obsessed with mine.
3. I turned 16 on 9/9/99. It was so much fun!
Kath says
🙂
Abby says
A very Happy Anniversary to you and Matt!!!!
Robyn @ Frugal 'n' Fit! says
Happy anniversary! Any man who makes pizza like that is a keeper for sure!
Lindsay @ The Ketchup Dairies says
Guess who just scored herself some Naturally Nutty?!? I bought the chocolate butter toffee from your store a while ago and am almost out. I was slightly freaking, so this came at the perfect time! Best nut butter EVER.
kalli@fitandfortysomething says
happy anniversary and have fun with caitlin tonight! how fun 🙂
Stacy (StacyGrowsHealthy) says
Oh thank you for the combo pack. I am buying this right now!
Happy Anniversary!
Ashley@thehungryscholar says
What a great breakfast for such a great day. Happy anniversary!
Therese says
*peanut butter drool* I am almost out of peanut butter…that must not happen!!!
JENNA says
happy aniversary i hope you have a great day! 🙂
Morgan @ Healthy Happy Place says
happy anniversary! 🙂
ariel says
wouldn’t your backwards birthday have been on 6.2.01?
In 2001 and not 2010?
Kendel says
I was thinking the same thing. 6.2.10 backwards is really 01.26. Let’s stick to congratulating your wedding anniversary!
Kath says
Yes, technically. But 10 still works.
Lori says
Happy Anniversary! Love the pic.
Erin says
How cute!
Jess says
Hi Kath,
Is this not available for shipping to Canada? I tried to buy the pack but it says something about the shipping method being unavailable.
Kath says
No, I’m sorry, not yet 🙁
Lyndsey @ I'm Lyndsey says
Hey Kath,
I have a random and totally non post related question, but I don’t know how to pick out a tofu! Do you recommend soft or firm? Any specific brands? I’m tofu retarded : (
Thanks for any help! And happy happy happy happy wedding anniversary! I love love.
Kath says
I like Nasoya Firm!
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
happy anniversary! what a wonderful day you have in store!
Gita says
Happy Anniversary Kath. Enjoy your day.
Beth @ DiningAndDishing says
Happy Anniversary to you and Matt! 🙂
I was also dripping before, during and after my workout today. I HATE that!! Love summer but that is a big downside of AM workouts in the heat 🙁
sarah (the SHU box) says
happy anniversary!!!!!!
i just bought some nut butters from you =D
Heather (Heather's Dish) says
you are so gorgeous! happy anniversary 🙂
Heather says
Happy anniversary!!
do you really not use your air conditioner? I might die. really. ours runs constantly in the summer!
Evan Thomas says
I’m a little slow this morning. Is it your anniversary? Happy anniversary if so! Clearly I need coffee
Claire says
Happy Anniversary lady!
Have fun with Caitlin and your man tonight!
Tracy says
Happy Anniversary Kath & Matt! We celebrated our 19th yesterday!!!
Jenn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
I love my Vita-Mix a little more each time I use it, too!!
I need to get those nut butters this time, they sold out too fast. 🙂
Jenn
Amber K says
Vanilla almond butter sounds too good to be true. Umm, YUM!
Michelle @ Give Me the Almond Butter says
Happy Anniversary Kath! I’d be so down for some Vanilla frosting 🙂
Jil @ Peace, Love & Munchies says
Happy Anniversary!! That picture of you and Matt is beautiful.
Kristin (Salty Tooth) says
Happy Anniversary!
So jealous of the Vita. I’m crying a little bit from the envy.
Camille says
Happy Anniversary!
My Mom was the same was with the numbers when she got married. She tied the knot on 6/7/08
Deirdre says
Happy Anniversary!
Diana @ frontyardfoodie says
Aww, happy anniversary!!
I totally am jealous of your vitamix. We have a/c so I’m cold all the time but I’d like one anyway.
Ashley says
I am totally HOOKED on making nut butter sauces on my oats. Today I used PB + 1t cocoa powder and hemp milk…so good! Also, I just tried Pacific brand Hemp Milk and it was EXtremely delicious. I thought the flavor was perfect. Way better than Living Harvest, which is a shame because I like so many of their other products. But anyway…definitely check out Pacific!
Leslie says
I was so close on those nut butters! I got on and there was one remaining but by the time I filled out all my info, it was taken. Oh well, maybe next time! The look so yummy.
Jenna says
Happy Anniversary!
Evelyn @ cheers2healthy says
Happy Anniversary!!!!
Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] says
Happy Anniversary. Can’t believe you seriously planned your wedding date to resemble your birthday. You’re too funny. I hope you have a great night with Miss CaitlinHTP!
HeatherBakes says
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! From a fellow June bride 🙂
I’m so jealous of your Vitamix! I don’t know if I make smoothies enough to justify the expense- but I still want one!
Christena says
Happy Anniversary! Did you really plan your wedding date so your anniversary would be your backwards birthday? Wedding pic is gorgeous. Can’t believe you don’t use AC? I live in Alabama and this is just not an option! 🙂 Have a great day!
Kath says
yes, it was planned!
Cristal says
Oh, I’m so bummed! The tri-pak is SOLD OUT already?!?!?
Izzy says
Happy anniversary! And your food pictures are -almost- as beautiful as your wedding pics!! Gorgg
izzyy
xo
Nicole says
Oh darn–the nutbutters are sold out:( Any chance more of this package will be available? I’d love to get it for my sister whose bday is next week. Ps: happy anniversary!! You were a stunning bride!
Kath says
They will be back!! since these are hand-made, we have to keep them in small batches.
theresa says
Yeah, I live in a different time zone, and the nut butters are all gone again… i will one day get the sampler. Hopefully you can ship them to Canada, I read earlier that someone couldn’t get it because of shipping issue.
Happy Anniversary
jessica says
Happy Anniversary!! I’m super bummed the Naturally Nutty sold out so fast 🙁
gina (fitnessista) says
happy anniversary! such a beautiful couple <3 enjoy your day!!
Cynthia (It All Changes) says
I’m glad I’m not the only one who thinks of dates and numbers like that. I count tons of stuff. It is such a habit I formed a long time ago.
caronae says
Happy anniversary! Love your number fetish 🙂 I also would love to use more almond/hemp/coconut milk but then my breakfast has no protein! Maybe I’ll do a combo of soy/cow’s and fun nut milks…
Meg says
Sold out already? Sadface.
Simply Life says
Beautiful picture!
Beth says
Happy Anniversary! Love the colors from your wedding 🙂
The nut butter 3 pack is sold out – sad day! I was going to order them…
Kath says
Thank you for the well wishes everyone!!
Casey says
I was also sad that the Naturally Nutty sold out quickly…However (while normally I’d never want to take business away from Kath’s Open Sky!) I found out Naturally Nutty also offers 3-packs on their web site, and they’re on special right now, so go there if you have a strong need for the nut butter!
Happy Anniversary Kath!