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Yesterday was a good day. I ♥ it very much. Let me tell you about it: I love good deals as much as the next guy. Love farmer’s markets (or the equivalent) just as much as the next guy next to him. And gotta love local fresh organic produce too (as much as the next guy next to the next guy next to him sort of thing). Well…yesterday was major scorage for us (yes, I like to make up words – sometimes they’re more fitting). We made an impromptu stop at a local u-pick blueberry farm. Acres of blueberries! Those who know me know I do not enjoy blueberries (or “bloobs” as they’re affectionately called by many of you) in the least. In fact, I hate them. I think they’re gross. Before you go ape on me and tell me how weird I am (ha ha! I’m kidding!), I will agree with you that yes, it’s weird and downright lame I don’t like blueberries. I’ve been told more than once in my life of this fact. However, I recently learned I can actually eat fresh ones. Ones that haven’t been put into any...

So I’ve been curious about Irish moss for sometime now but have yet to use it let alone eat it. I plan on using it for raw desserts whenever I get the chance and motivation. Baby steps folks. Hee hee! I should clarify: I have the motivation but it’s usually the lack the time and/or the necessary ingredients. Anyway…I’ve been spotting it at my local raw vegan store but just never got brave enough to buy it. Well, Sam was placing an order through Mountain Rose Herbs (they’re awesome btw) so I asked him to order some Irish moss while he was at it. Hmm…this looks different than what I was seeing at the vegan store. Does this look right to you Irish moss users? I’m used it being lighter in color and in more whole pieces (kind of like this ). Can I still soak this? I purposely haven’t opened the package in case I need to return it. Anyway, there’s also a powder which I thought was interesting. According the profile, it’s mainly used for medicinal purposes. For those not familiar wi...

Hola peeps! Sorry, but I’ve decided to not apologize anymore for my blogging inconsistencies (again, I’m not quitting my blog. As inconsistent as I am it’s just not in my plans to quit). Ha ha! But I figure it’s just the way it is sometimes. If I get around to it, great; if I don’t, then shoot. I appreciate all the support, patience, understanding, and loyalty from you. You guys are the BEST! Things might change as time marches on or I might have phases but I thought, you know, how annoying it must be to hear “sorry for not blogging more…” all the time (some may not notice or care). I’m always gonna have an excuse so ya know that’s that. Speaking of blogging, did you hear Green and Crunchy is hanging up her hat? Sniff sniff. I’m so sad. She has an amazing blog if you don’t know already. It’s completely understandable though why blogging takes a backseat many a time – kids do grow up so stinkin fast you don’t want to miss a minute and she has #6 on the way! She’ll be missed for su...

Thanks to the three of you who entered the free pair of tickets to the Raw Health Expo 2010 giveaway! Woo hoo! Since it involved travel I wasn't expecting many entries however I'm jealous of those who attend. So much going on at the Expo it's going to be awesome - I expect a full report from the winner. :) Now onto the winner....picked randomly of course... Winner was entry #1 - BITT ! Congrats girl! Hope you have a great time and look forward to hearing all about the wonderful experience. *** For others still wanting their chance at winning a pair of tickets, hop on over to Earth Mother's site where she's giving away a pair too. Hurry though, giveaway ends the 18th! ***

On July 31-August 1, 2010 in beautiful Sonoma County, California you will find the the Raw Health Expo 2010 happening. Hey, that's coming up FAST! How would you like your chance at a pair of free tickets (value: $150)? Read on if you do... ********** Second Annual Raw Health Expo - Saturday, July 31 and Sunday, August 1, 2010 In Sonoma County, California (about 1 hour north of San Francisco) Discover The Secrets To Thriving On A Raw Food Diet -- At This Mouth-Watering Raw Health Expo: · You'll meet top raw food chefs and educators - With over two dozen of today's most talented raw food teachers and chefs you are sure to learn important information and time saving tips you will not hear anywhere else. · You'll learn how to prepare delicious raw food recipes - There will be sixteen raw food recipe demonstrations where you will learn how to create easy-to-prepare, delicious and healthy raw foods. · You'll discover how to save money by growing your...

Finally, we're getting our week of summer here in the great Pacific Northwest! It's been loooonnnnngggg overdue! Our poor widdle garden. ;( But hey, our strawberries should be ripe enough to pick today or tomorrow. So excited! And tomatoes? Well, just maybe we'll get one or two this year. hee hee! It's a wait-n-see sort of thing. Hopefully, you back-East people haven't all melted yet! And Lauren , hang in there! I can't imagine being pregnant in hot weather. No thanks! Thanks all for your support and your comments on my last post - my post of I'm-here-but-I'm-not (wink). Glad you all understand that life just takes you in different directions, whether by choice or not, and some things just have to sit on the back burner for awhile such as blogging. Part of the craziness or much of it was due to the fact we were moving. UGH! I hate moving (almost as much as I hate being cold but that's #1 on my list). And with a one year old that made things a ...