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Our winner of the Vita-Mix 5200 , Andie in the Raw, posted an update on her brand new blender! So I invite you to watch her video. It's darling (well, she's darling to boot) and there's a recipe involved too.  Enjoy!

I have another product review to share with you. This time by Oh Nuts ! I tried their raw organic walnuts . I don't particularly like walnuts by themselves but I knew the almonds were definitely pasteurized and cashews are so tricky, plus we already had some at home. I also thought walnuts would be a good selection to try since hubby likes them in his salads and I like them when they're pulverized and used in something such as taco "meat." Hmm, maybe I'll share the recipe with you...later though. :) When we received them, they were fresh and tasty but one of hubby's first thoughts were they were cooked. Meaning they weren't truly raw. I actually don't know for sure. I've asked the company if all their raw nuts are pasteurized but didn't hear back in time for this post. I would assume yes, they're all pasteurized - just note that I am guessing. I do know, as they have confirmed, that the almonds are but that's pretty much a standard all ...

Whoa, two blog posts in two days from me?! I've gone cuckoo I tell ya! :) It's Valentine's Day (well, tomorrow), which means chocolate . Mmmm...good stuff. Now, most of us are aware of the many health benefits it has. Antioxidants, magnesium, potassium and so on, so here's a little video talking about this very thing. You know what I say? Go find some RAW chocolate. The doc in the video mentions for the most health benefits look for chocolate that's the least processed. Hmm, that means raw cacao doesn't it? She doesn't say that but I do. Okay, for some of us it's a little harder to find (and a little more expensive) than say your standard Twix bar but if you can, find some and splurge for the holiday! There are options out there however, I'm a big fan of Gnosis Chocolate (I highly recommend my fave, the Cool Peppermint ). Raw cacao, including raw chocolate bars, is the way to go. With the raw "candy bars" you get the most health benefit...

Woo hoo! I recently received the Kreativ Blogger Award from my blog buddy, Amanda . Thanks Amanda!!! You know how to make a girl feel special. :) I'm quite late in responding to this award but it turns out to be very timely with Valentine's Day coming up because the fun part of this award is I share with you 7 things that I love, and then I nominate 7 others for this award. So without further adieu, here are 7 things I love: 1) My husband, Sam - his love, support, and humor get me through many days (tough or not). He's taught me so much and I love that he's my best friend and companion. He's also dreamy. ;) 2) My unborn son - wow! It's amazing how much love there is for someone I've never met! I can't wait to meet him. 3) My sister, Lori - She means the world to me and I'm forever grateful she's my sister. She's the best! I'm also proud of the fact I finally get to make her an aunt. :) 4) My family/friends - I have wonderful family, nea...

I 'm terribly sorry for the long delay! I know you're anxiously awaiting the outcome of our Vita-Mix giveaway. The time is here! To watch the announcement of both winners (can't forget the Artisana Coconut Butter prize) click here . I have to say this was a very very tough decision to make. In our eyes, all those who submitted videos for the contest were worthy of the grand prize. No doubt about it. Thank you all who participated - believe me, I know how hard it is to get in front of the camera! The videos we watched were inspiring, creative, and honest and all of you had great ideas and intentions as to how this will benefit you and your family's lives. See? All deserving, which made this so difficult but alas, we only had one Vita-Mix to giveaway. The winning entry: Thank you again to all who participated. Keep checking back here because you never know when another contest should pop up! :)

Wow! Have you seen the Vita-Mix Giveaway contest videos?! You haven't? Check them out here , under video responses. This is one tough competition! No lie. We will be announcing the winners of the Vita-Mix and the Artisana Coconut Butter very soon so be on the lookout!