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Wordless Wednesday – Pancakes Anyone?

roni — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:09:17 +0000

Click here for the whole-wheat apple pancake recipe we made up today!

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Wordless Wednesday – Breakfast for Two :)

roni — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:01:12 +0000

Ok, so just a FEW words… these shots were taken this morning before I left for work. The waffles were pulled from the freezer, I made them with homemade Banana Pancake batter a few days ago. The melon is our Santa Clause melon from this weeks video and I threw in a hard boiled egg (made like this) for protein. See… breakfast can be healthy AND fast EVEN though the house is a mess and half of your belongings are boxed up and in the living room. Let’s just hope I can only keep this up! I don’t want to turn to the dark side and hit the Dunkin’ Donuts drive through like the husband. His breakfast of choice… 3 chocolate frosted donuts… ugh! how come he’s not 300 lbs?!? ;~P

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Ask Roni_v25 – Nuts During Weight Loss, Pregnancy Weight Gain, Activity Points For Runners, Diner Breakfasts

roni — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:50:11 +0000

Recorded this real quick the other day finally got a minute to get it up. Honestly, I’ve been so busy I can’t remember what I said. So watch it and let me know if I’m being a total goof.

Side note: I’m off to register for a 5k tomorrow morning! Funny that exactly one year ago today I was just thinking about running outside. THINKING about it. Now I’m running a 5k on a whim. WOW. Who am I?

Topics in this video include…

Nuts and Seeds During Weight Loss
Feel Bad about Weight Gain During Pregnancy
Exercise/Activity Points For Runners
Eating Breakfast at Diners

Podcast Version (Audio Only)

Links you may be interested in…

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Quick Weight Watchers Smart Ones Breakfast Giveaway

roni — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 20:17:37 +0000

I know some of you are going to kill me after you read this but I’m doing another first come first serve giveaway. Sometimes I just can’t have things hanging over my head! :)

Last month Amy asked if I’d be willing to try the New Weight Watchers Smart Ones Morning Express Breakfasts. Not being a fan of pre-made breakfast sandwiches (ok, I’m weirded out by fast food egg, or any precooked egg for that matter, sue me) I told her I would have to decline but I’d be willing to pass on the offer to my readers. She agreed and shot me over 8 free coupons!

Now… I was planning on giving these away at the end of last month. You know, kind of like a say goodbye to 2008 giveaway with 8 coupons. But I slacked off. (Sue me…. oh I already used that one didn’t I? — I’m in an odd mood today. lol)

I don’t have the box so I can’t tell you what’s in them but Weight Watchers has the nutritional Information posted on the Smart Ones web site.

The coupon is for any one of those, for FREE! So if you are into the convenience breakfast thing, please leave a comment and I’ll contact the first 8 people who do so and mail them the coupon. For the rest of you, buy a carton of eggs, a package of whole wheat english muffins, and get in the kitchen! I have a few quick breakfast ideas for ya. ;~P

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DD Smart Menu

roni — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 03:38:29 +0000

The other day I found myself at a Dunkin Donuts. Did you ever think you’d read those words on my blog? :~) I was picking up donuts for the husband, don’t get me started, and I was hungry. UGH! Talk about temptation! Thankfully I was there after a run and honestly had no desire for a donut. But I was hungry, and that’s when I remembered DD Smart Menu.

I’ve been meaning to try an Egg White Veggie Flatbread Sandwich for weeks. Now, before I give you my review you have to understand my stance on fast food breakfasts. I hate them. I’m not kidding, there is something that grosses me out about fast food eggs. Plus they always pair it with cheese and I’m just not a fan of cheese and egg together. Yes, yes, I know, I’m crazy.

So where am I going with this? Oh yeah. Well, it was GOOD! I mean it. Cheese and all, I really liked this breakfast option. The egg white was firm, cooked through. The flatbread had a nice texture and flavor and I even didn’t mind the cheese slice! It wasn’t overbearing.

My biggest complain isn’t about the food but the fact that you can’t custom the order. I originally asked for no cheese but the sandwiches are pre-made so you don’t have a choice. Other then that and not being all nice and neat like the picture, it was a winner in my book. I can’t wait to try the Turkey Sausage one!

Here are my top picks from the menu. Be warned, don’t assume low points just because something’s on the DD Smart menu. The Reduced Fat Blueberry Muffin is still 8 points. Yikes! Makes me wonder about the “regular”! I don’t know about you but an 8 point muffin isn’t worth it. I’d rather have the egg sandwich and a tea with some fruit.

Oh! and don’t ask me why the veggie has more fat then the sausage, it makes NO sense to me!

Item	Calories	Fat	Fiber	WWP
Egg White Veggie Flatbread Sandwich	290	9g	3g	6
Egg White Turkey Sausage Flatbread Sandwich	280	6g	3g	5.5
Latte Lite (iced or hot)	70	0	0	1
Coffee Coolatta® with Skim Milk	170	0	0	3

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A Breakfast of Champions (and growing toddlers)

roni — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:17:21 +0000

Warning: Bragging Mom post ahead!! Do NOT read if you can’t stomach a mom bragging about her son.

There he is, the toddler in all his morning glory. He is the reason I changed my lifestyle and perspective on health and life. He is my ultimate motivation and inspiration. And I am proud of not only the breakfast I have made for him but for the fact that we ate it together.

Studies show numerous benefits when it comes to eating meals together but most people focus on dinner. I say let’s combine the fact that breakfast is the most important meal of the day with family time and make breakfast a non-negotiable commitment to a healthier lifestyle.

This morning we each ate a 1 egg omelet. I paired mine with a whole wheat English muffin while the toddler enjoyed a leftover whole grain waffle (made from this pancake recipe) toasted right out of the freezer topped with low sugar jelly. We are out of produce as I haven’t hit the grocery store yet so our normal addition of fresh fruit was supplemented with a little watered downed 100% juice and I had some nice green tea.

Really I don’t think I could have started my day any better!

/End Bragging Mom post. ;~)

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Feeling Better

roni — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 03:42:00 +0000

It’s amazing what a little distraction does for me. I had my first day at a client site for a new project I have. It’s a long term deal and (you’re going to think I’m crazy) but I’m looking forward to the 2-3 days in an office. I never really realized how much “work” suits me. Not teaching but project work. I like solving problems and being creative and that’s what I’m allowed to do on web projects (and boy this one is a doozy!)

So the toddler had a day at camp and I had a day in the office. I started my morning with a filling breakfast (Grapenuts and berries), brought a few snacks (pineapple and Kashi bar) and hit a salad bar for lunch (added some protein with tuna and chick peas). Dinner, well, I was just NOT in the mood. Me, not in the mood to cook. SEE it happens! ;~) So we got Chinese and I enjoyed my steamed chicken with veggies, and split a spring roll order with the toddler. For dessert some fruit and a little bit of ice cream, again, split with the toddler. Then I took my own advice and the family went out for a post dinner walk. I couldn’t go too far, I’m still quite sore and VERY swollen but it felt good to get moving.

After the toddler went to bed, I recorded a (not very) quick video answering some questions. It’s long, it’s sappy and it’s shaky but I’ll post it anyway. You can decide not to watch it. ;~P

All in all, though, a great day! I just cannot wait to get real active again! Never in my life, NEVER, would Imagine in my wildest dream that I would MISS the gym as much as I do. I mean really, I’m craving a workout.

OH! and I drank 128oz of water! It didn’t help much with the swelling though. :~(

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What do you eat for breakfast? _v02

roni — Wed, 28 May 2008 13:19:00 +0000

Ahhh the question of the week. I almost forgot!!

While making eggs with the toddler this morning, it hit me. Hmmm I wonder what everyone else is having for breakfast these days. I tend to reach for the same handful of options over and over again and it’s getting boring.

So…. What do you eat for breakfast?

I’m hoping to get a good list going!

Ok, I’m going crazy! I asked this question a few months back! LOL

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