Some thoughts and discussions from me.
Friday Coffee Talk–the St. Vrain Greenway, Yoga, and More
Happy Friday! 
Yes, I sense the irony in calling this post “coffee talk” whilst sipping tea. Regardless, there’s some things I want to catch you up on. Not important things, just some chit chat – stuff that’s been goin’ on in the life.
Last weekend after church, Shane and I took advantage of the temps in the mid-sixties (f’reals) and took Niko to a nearby trail for a long walk:
The St. Vrain Greenway spans 8 miles, and follows along the St. Vrain River. The trail’s dog-friendly, and doesn’t skimp on expanding mountain views.
Good times. You really can’t beat Colorado weather. Unless you’re in Hawaii, I guess. Then you win.
Don’t you judge me by my scrunchie. I had no other hair ties, but for some reason had a big pink scrunchie around my gear shifter thingy (ha) in my car.
Unfortunately the 60’s temps were fleeting. Now it’s in the 40’s, and we got snow! (That’s a good thing here, I’ve learned. We need snow because it’s been so dry.) Now that it’s cold (and snowy!) again this week, hot yoga classes have been that much sweeter.
Guess how many classes I’ve been to since I signed up on Tuesday?! THREE. I went Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and I just might go again today, dag nabbit. Why? Well, a) I’m a bit obsessed with how good it makes me feel, b) I can really feel myself improving in some of my yoga postures, which is really, really, really rare and weird for me, and c) It makes me feel better about the pricey membership cost. more classes/week = less $/class. Simple math.
I think the only thing I’m more obsessed with than hot yoga right now would be…
THE Mr. Ron Swanson. Let’s talk Parks and Rec for a second, and how Ron Swanson just might be the best character to ever be a character on a show. Everything he says, makes me laugh, and he love for breakfast just might rival mine. Heck, his facial expressions deserve their own show! Shane and I are already on the third season, and I’ll be a sad Paige when we catch all the way up.
Watch out, bacon and eggs. Here I come!
No, really. Wednesday night I made PaleOMG’s bacon chicken alfredo and fell in love. Shane didn’t partake in the meal, and I’m pretty sure I ate 4 servings worth. I was so stuffed by my 2nd huge bowl. But not too stuffed for one of her cookies. Paleomg’s recipes pretty much blow me away. Even if you don’t eat “paleo” I’d seriously consider giving this alrefredo a try. Plus, it’s super easy to make. I’d show you the picture I took, but honestly, I couldn’t get a shot that didn’t look like cat food. But it’s delicious. Instead, here’s a cookie, one of which was eaten last night, too.
The paleomg cookies are finally (I say finally like it took me longer than 3 days to finish the entire batch) out of the house. I ate the last of them last night while going on a Reality TV binge. Now that I know who Sean dumped this week (and what he thinks about Tierra,) whether or not Brandi really got served with a lawsuit from Adrienne (I’m thinking she did,) and that Scott has the hots for Khloe. All is right in the world.
Except that I’m out of cookies. I think I’ll make some CCCB’s next.
Or maybe I’ll make them for breakfast. It’s FRIDAY!!
What are you currently obsessed with?
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Happy Friday Paige! Those cookies look delish & I have them pinned to try later, I will not be able to stop I know! Currently obsessed with hot tea in the afternoons with stevia & coconut milk, so comforting on a chilly day 🙂 Enjoy your weekend!
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Those wedges ARE so bateuiful and such a gorgeous shade of blue – I can’t believe they were from Sirens (right?)! What a gem to find. Also, these are bateuiful photos – I keep seeing these little overpasses on the highway and have wanted to shoot there. The overexposed lighting is perfect with your pretty, airy dress!Hope you’re having a great week Chelle!xoJen
We definitely love the Greenway! We can get to it on bike from our house pretty easily and it’s a great afternoon ride, end to end and back!
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Oh man, once I bake cookies all bets are off! They do not last long in my house. I’m currently obsessing over The Millionaire Matchmaker dating show. Patty makes me crack up with the one-liners she comes up with.
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I always thought that Karen Walker from Will & Grace was my favorite character. Come to find out, she’s married to Ron Swanson! 🙂 That makes for the best comedic duo.
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I’m like that too when I sign up at a studio (or at the gym for that matter), I feel so guilty if I don’t go often enough to get my money’s worth!
I love your blog! I just found it and I’m kinda obsessed with it :p I used to be obsessed with hot yoga too….I really need to get back into it.
You look super cute in pastel pink.
Have a great weekend, girlie!
Water and lemon first thing in the morning, Vampire Diaries and yoga which I need to commit more time too!
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PaleOMG has the best recipes! I love her cilantro chicken “nuggets”. You definitely need to give those a try!
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Kabocha kabocha kabocha…and I’m currently out! Yeah, withdrawals are going on for real here! I’m definitely getting some tomorrow!
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I swear every Friday we are twins in some way…with the products we talk about, things we like, or titles of posts. Maybe we share some weird twin brain? 😉 I kind of like it haha.
Wahoo to getting to all those yoga classes, call me impressed!
I think I need to watch this Parks and Recreation if you like it so much…I bet I’d be in the same boat.
PS I totally think Brandi got served with a lawsuit. I love Brandi, she’s my one of my top fave housewives.
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I’m obsessed with Ron Swanson. I know you’re not caught up yet, but he was awesome in the latest episode. Rest assured you have many more season and episodes of Swanson love ahead of you!
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As soon as I saw the word “scrunchie” I immediately pictured Carrie Bradshaw screeching “a sca-runchie!”… and of course, you linked to it. Great minds, my friend.
My husband and I have serious talks about Parks & Rec all. the. time. Ron Swanson is most definitely #1 to him. I just can’t get past Tom. He’s my #1. And Ron is a very close second, just about tied with Chris. And then Andy. I love them all almost equally. (BTW- have you seen The Five Year Engagement? Chris Pratt made me fall in love with him in that movie!)
You know how I feel about the word “paleo.” I think if it was just taken out of recipes, I’d be more inclined to make them. Or replace it with something else- like “magical” or “yummy” or something enticing. The food does look pretty good though…
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I love PaleOMG! That recipe looks friggin amazing – thanks for sharing 😀
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Hot yoga does seem to feel so much better when it’s cold outside! I’m going to a class later this afternoon and already counting down the hours.
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Right – great article. I now have a goal. The only thing is now I also need a hell of a lot of time – coffe or no 😉
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Omg. All this Ron Swanson. We made bacon last night and I swear to you, my apartment smells like Ron Swanson’s intestines. I LOVE IT.
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