Bears, we’re not in Florida anymore.
It might look like it’s 80 degrees – and it does smell like spring. But it’s still close to freezing here!
I picked up a taste of the tropics at Whole Foods last night – local parrot tulips
I missed oats! Particularly cottage cheese oats.
Made with a few strawberries as well to remind me of Florida
The Mix
- 1/3 cup oats, milk, water
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- Half banana
- Pinch salt
- 3 strawberries, stirred in at end
- 1/3 cup cottage cheese, stirred in at end
- Hemp Plus Granola
- Sunflower butter
- GH Jam
I forgot how good my coffee is!
Time to play catch up!
Amy K. says
There is nothing like being home!! Enjoy the beautiful day!
Claire says
I love getting fresh flowers! I would do it every Sunday if I could afford it 🙂
Christie {Nourishing Eats} says
It is freezing cold here, too. It was a shock this morning to go outside!! I can tell spring is almost here, though!!
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
I have yet to work up the courage to try cottage cheese… maybe I can get a sample at TJs! Something about it scares me. Odd, I know… it looks delicious though! 🙂
Angie @ Musings of a Violet Monkey says
The tulips are beautiful!
I love to travel, but it’s so nice to get back home when all is said and done. Welcome home. 🙂
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Joyce @ Flowing to Fifty says
What a beautiful morning in your world. The flowers are divine – definitely spring-y! Enjoy your day at home.
Heather @ Get Healthy With Heather says
That sunshine and pretty tulips would bring me to the tropics too! Wow, such a pretty day. Yummy mix too. I love all the toppings, especially the crunchy granola.
Beth @ Beth's Journey to Thin says
I woke up to it being totally freezing in DC today too! Not cool!
Amanda says
love the bowl! i’m coming home tomorrow! can’t wait! i miss norther-ish virginia!
VeggieGirl says
Same here! Beautiful sun, FREEZING temperatures.
Corinna says
Looks like the trip was great and glad you made it home safely!
Ann @ Day by Day says
The morning after a trip is always great. You wake up in your own bed and make exactly what you want for breakfast and relax with your coffee! As always, I love your polka dot bowl. I made strawberry oats today too, but I just sliced them on top. Yours look better stirred in! I’ll try that next time.
kate@ahealthypassion says
That bowl is absolutely adorable! I love coming home from vacation to my favorite things, at least its sunny there!
Trainer Kjirsten says
Tulips are my favorite flower ever! Those in your picture are so beautiful! I love that vibrant orange!
Tina @ Faith Fitness Fun says
It does look all warm and springy in your photos. Sorry its chilly!
Melissa says
There’s nothing like bringing the vacation to you with some pretty flowers! Hopefully we’ll warm up again this weekend!
Beth @ DiningAndDishing says
I know, this weather is SUCH a tease! It looks so gorgeous and sunny out but the temps are still wintery. I am getting so antsy for sunshine AND warmth!
Amanda (Eating Up) says
We’re having similar weather in Chicago: really sunny but still cold. At least the sun is out!
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says
It feels like 9 degrees here. So cold!
cathyb@brightbakes says
your breakfast table sure looks nice ‘n spring-y! 🙂
cathy b.
Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says
GORGEOUS photography this morning Kath! Puts me in a super springy mood! 🙂
Richelle says
Beautiful flowers! I love cottage cheese oats, I had some this morning.
dee says
that first picture is just gorgeous! I love the way the light looks in the picture.
those oats look yum!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
It’s freezing here too and windy! I love parrot tulips! They are just so pretty and definitely say spring time. Have a great day Kath!
Jess (Sweet Potato) says
Its always nice to come home to familiar things you forgot you missed 🙂
Camille says
At least you guys have some sunshine! After living in Oregon for 7 months, I think I forget what sun looks like. On the rare occasion when it comes out, my eyes burn.
amber's notebook says
coming home feels just as good as going away!
Amber’s Notebook
Sarah @ OneLoveSarah says
Its always good to be home to your own oats and coffee! You always make them look so good!
lynn @ the actor's diet says
i imagine the weather takes some adjusting, but it must feel good to be home!
Vanessa says
Gorgeous tulips!!! I love that firey orange color!!
Valerie @ City|Life|Eats says
i love how all the photos have such wonderful light 🙂
Lesley says
Still close to freezing here in the Midwest too … I’m SO ready for Spring!
Enjoy being home 😉
Toni says
We’re at -15 today so yep, it’s still really cold here! Buying fresh flowers always helps! 🙂
Rachel @ Grateful Girl Goes Gluten Free says
Looks like a beautiful day! I just started adding cottage cheese to my oats, LOVE it.
Lauren at Keep It Sweet says
I am always so excited to get back to my homemade breakfasts when I get back from travelling. Have a great day!
Heather (heathers dish) says
The day after vacation is so stressful…hope it all goes smoothly!
Paige(Running Around Normal) says
Ahhh those flowers are be-a-utiful!!
Rachel @ The Avid Appetite says
Those tulips are absolutely gorgeous. There is nothing quite like fresh flowers to brighten up the day!
Jesyka says
I’m in love with that bowl. It makes me hate my dishes. I’m pretty sure I need new ones now. Pleasantries!
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says
Yep, we have sun, but FREEZING temps here too! Such a tease!
Katy (The Singing Runner) says
Looks like a pretty day though! 😀 Enjoy!
Ellie @ The Mommyist says
At least you have sun!
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
Don’t you love when weather tricks you like that? When it looks warm and sunny outside, only to discover it’s still freezing? haha 😉
Meri says
At least it’s sunny out! Your photos are so colorful, so springtime.
Cheers!
Susan (Oliepants) says
I love the feeling of coming back home and getting back to what you know and love – like the routine and food! 🙂 Love love those flowers.
Katie says
Happy Thursday Kath!
Those parrot tulips are BEAUTIFUL! I can’t wait for spring! Makes me so happy!
holly @ couchpotatoathlete says
Tulips are my favorite flower by far — so bright and cheery and they remind me of Spring/Summer which I so desperately want right now.
Cindy says
I love tulips! They definitely feel like springtime!
Shannon @ A Better Me says
Those tulips are beautiful!!
Justeen @ Blissful Baking says
Ohh such gorgeous flowers!! I’m more interested in the food pics though – your oatmeal looks especially appetizing this morning! Maybe it’s because I had cereal this morning instead of my usual bowl of oats? 🙂
Kate (What Kate is Cooking) says
Hope you get some warmth soon!
Kelsey @ Clean Teen Kelsey says
Love your bowl! catch-up is my favorite. 🙂 enjoy your day!
Ashley says
lovin’ those polka dots and the swirled in nut butter!!
J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
I almost bought that exact same bowl in Pier 1 last week!
Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife says
mmmm your oat bowls always look so delicious, Kath 🙂
Allison @ Happy Tales says
The picture of your tulips is SOOOOOOOOO pretty!! Such vibrant color 🙂
Kacy says
So going to have to try cottage cheese in oats!
LOVE the tulips. So pretty.
Stacey (The Home-Cooked Vegan) says
I recently read that having fresh cut, bright flowers in your home can immediately boost your mood and cause positive thinking throughout the day 🙂 I bet that’s true!
Angela (the diet book junkie) says
YUM…you’re making my mouth water over here! good thing it’s breakfast time. 🙂
Christin@purplebirdblog says
It’s gorgeous in the 70s here today! 😀
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
I’ve loved tulips ever since I was 3 and they were the pattern on my favourite dress. That bunch is beautiful! 🙂
Ellie@fitforthesoul says
Those flowers are gorgeous~~~! These are from WH, but do you have a huge garden at home? 🙂 Just askin’ b/c you always have the prettiest flowers.
Hannah says
But hey, you’re still in America, and that’s something I’d give anything for right now!