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A Lotta Newness

I adore the weekends. That’s certainly not new news, but it seems like around every corner there was something new this weekend…

New Centre, New Consultant

As I mentioned last week, I scheduled an appointment at Jenny for my first consultation in months. I’ve moved to a new centre in Lakewood, Colorado… and am working with a brand-new consultant.

When I called to schedule an appointment, the centre director suggested I meet with Candace, and I’m glad she did. Candace is fairly new to Jenny and super sweet. I’m excited to start working with her on those last 14 lbs.

Yes, I said 14… I’m up 2 lbs since my last weigh in. This was NO surprise to me considering I’d eaten Gooey Butter Cookies and Gooey Butter Cake the week before, and I went to an Italian restaurant for dinner on Friday night.

With 14 lbs to go, I’ve got a NEW ATTITUDE about getting there. I’m focused on it, and I feel good about the direction I’m heading.

New Post-Weigh In Tradition

The Jenny Craig Centre is right next to the most GORGEOUS Whole Foods Market. After I picked up my food for the week, I decided to do my produce shopping at this fabulous store.

The only thing I really needed was some beets, but I figured I would allow myself to wander the store to see if there were any new veggies in season that I needed to try. I was also STARVING, which I knew could make this a dangerous shopping trip.

At 9:40am and after picking up some dried black mission figs, bell peppers, and chiogga beets, I sat down in the Whole Foods cafe area to enjoy what I decided to eat for “breakfast.”

While it wasn’t the first time I’ve ever eaten the Garden Vegetable Roll, it’s definitely the first time I’d had it for breakfast! Delish! Amongst a crowd of folks enjoying coffee and pastries, I loved my Asian breakfast… it hit the spot!

Not because they are new, but because they are my favorite… I got the pink ones.

New Snacks

I picked up a few new snacks this weekend to try.. including these guys:

Turkish Figs and Dried Dates from Whole Foods (Still haven’t tried the dates… are they good??)

Dried Caramel Apples – - Found these at TJ Maxx

Skinny Cow Cookie Dough and Pink Velvet Ice Cream Bars

New Red Dress

In just about a month, my dear friend Natalie is getting MARRIED! I’m so excited to see her in Kansas City for her big day… but I needed something to wear to her special event. And… I need something for the rehearsal dinner and big day itself.

If you haven’t heard, I’ll be greeting guests at the wedding and offering them programs. Yep, I’ve got a part in the shindig, yet still retired from bridesmaidom.

I think I’m going to dig in my closet for rehearsal dinner wear, but I found this cute tomato red dress at TJ Maxx on Saturday that’s going to be my dress for the wedding.

I still need accessories, but I’m excited to have my dress and shoes picked out! I’m thinking a cute cuff and maybe something sparkly in my hair. I think I’m going to carry a bag that I inherited from my stylish Grandma. I’ve been looking for a reason to carry it, and I think we’ve found it!

I also found a few pairs of shoes (and I’m finally purging the worn out ones they replace.)

New Container

As I was prepping my snacks for the week, I had a chance to use a new salad dressing container I ordered from Pampered Chef. LaDawn has this container and I got a chance to check it out during our Easter dinner.

Have you seen this guy?

I made a batch of my favorite vinaigrette in it today… and will plan on sharing the recipe with you guys soon. The best part of the container is that little stir inside that helps you mix the flavors back up again! It also has recipes on the side of the jar that you can use to make different dressing flavors… can’t wait to try them all!

New House for a New-to-Colorado Blogger!

By now, you’ve probably heard that Lauren from Oatmeal after Spinning is MOVING TO COLORADO!!!! I had a chance to see her late last week… and to see her NEW HOUSE with her for the first time! Since it was she and I looking at it, I affectionately call it “Our House.”

I’m so excited for Lauren to arrive later in the month, and stay tuned for lots of NEW ADVENTURES with Lauren and Kelly… I see lots of fun happening this Colorado summer!

Did you get into anything NEW this weekend??

Do You Pinterest?

Another Random Friday

Happy Friday, Folks!!! Aren’t the shortest weeks sometimes the longest??? Thank goodness the weekend has arrived! I’m so ready… I thought I’d kick it off with a little randomness.

ONE

For the past TWO nights, I’ve eaten the same dinner. Yes, I tend to repeat foods that I enjoy, and this one was a REALLY surprising like. How about the Boca Spicy Chik’n Patty. Have you tried it??

It seriously tastes like a lighter (as in less greasy) version of the Wendy’s Spicy Chicken sandwich. I dressed mine up with thinly sliced tomatoes, spinach, and a wedge of Weight Watchers spreadable White Cheddar cheese… all smashed between a toasted Wonder 80 Calorie Wheat Bun. Seriously delicious. It might be dinner again tomorrow night too it’s that good. TRY IT!

PS… Bake it in the oven. I can’t imagine it’s nearly as good in the microwave. Worth it!

TWO

I did some enhancements my social media sites this week that you might be interested in… I want to make it as EASY as possible for you guys to connect to my blog and to connect in the way you like! Here’s a few new choices:

The NTTC Facebook page now has a new photo album that has a photo index with a picture of every recipe I’ve posted + a link to the site with the details on how to make it. If you’re not following NTTC on Facebook, click here to do so!

Check out all those beautiful pictures of tasty, HEALTHY food!

Since I was updating pictures, I went ahead and also updated my Pinterest pages to make sure all of my recipes were there too! If you prefer to “pin”, click here to follow NTTC on Pinterest as well!

THREE

I’ve only had one Salted Caramel Mocha this week…. Need to fix this immediately.

FOUR

I’m one week out until my VACATION begins!!! Speaking of that same trip… I am going to be gone for TEN days!???!

I’m REALLY not sure about this. I will be the girl with the MOST luggage when I check into Fitbloggin’! I’ve got my cute workout clothes ready to go… but I’m going to be spending the weekend coming up with a packing plan. If anyone would like to do this for me, let me know!

FIVE

I get to see this lady in a little over a week! OMG… So excited!

And, I get to see these two ladies too!!!

And, some of my favorite Guys!

SIX

I’m still thinking about this Jessica Biel Ombre haircolor I found on Pinterest. I have an appointment on Saturday morning… what do you think? Transition to fall? Or go blondish one more time? My concern is that this look will look like I let my highlights grow out badly…