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Ask Me: Random Questions Edition

A few months back, I introduced a new feature for the ol’ blog where you guys can ask me questions and, well, I answer them… Wildly clever, I know!

I’ve received a few quick questions from so many of you lately, I thought I would write a short “Ask Me” post to answer them all…

Question 1

This might sound like an odd question, but what brand of jeans to you wear? We have a similar shape, and I have such a hard time finding jeans that will fit me.

This doesn’t sound like an odd question at all! After all, if you read this blog, you know I LOVE to shop… so being asked about jeans is right up my alley! I buy about 98% of my clothes at NY & Company.

It’s just that place where I can go, and the clothes just work for me. Now, not EVERY outfit in the store… but a lot of their stuff. I steer clear of straight leg pants and boy cuts. Wide leg, flare, and skinny jeans tend to be my favorites when it comes to jeans. Check them out!

Question 2

Where do you get those cute snack containers?

I get them where all cute containers come from… The Container Store!

We have a few stores in Denver, and I spotted these guys in the lunch box aisle. Best part, they’re only $3.99 and they come with cute little lids for the dip. Snacking perfection! Click here for more details!

Question 3

You often say that you’re picky, but you eat a lot of unusual foods. What don’t you eat?

Wow… I’ve been a picky eater all my life. Seriously picky. As an adult, I’m just very particular about what I like and what I don’t like. Here’s a few crazy things that you won’t find me eating:

Eggs

Greek Yogurt (any yogurt really)

All Kinds of Seafood

Tofu

Any Member of the Squash Family

Yeah… I said Greek Yogurt. As a healthy living blogger, I know that’s practically unheard of, but I just can’t….

Question 4

I love trying the products you’ve recommended. Especially the new Skinny Cow desserts. Do you have anything new to share this week?

I actually do! My sister-in-law Beth told me that she spotted Light Olive Garden Salad Dressing for sale at Wal-Mart this week. I made a trip to our local Neighborhood Market store and found a bottle to try!

It’s delicious and only has 30 calories per 2 Tbsp. A great option for your salad greens!

A New Snack: Have you seen these guys in the grocery store? They’re AMAZING, and they come from our friends over at Special K. Try them at your own risk… I put them in the same category of those tasty pastry crisps I shared a few months back!

Do you have any additional questions you’d like me to answer in the next round of “Ask Me”?

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25 Random Things About Me

Do you remember when Facebook had that trend where everyone was completing a note with 25 random things about themselves?

I ran across mine the other night from way back in 2009… what’s interesting is that while several things are pretty different, there are quite a few that are the same.

Since it’s Friday, I thought I might share a hybrid “25 Random Things about Me” list… what makes it hybrid is that I’ll keep the ones that are still relevant and add new ones to replace those that are now out of date (marked in pink!)

25 Random Things About Me

1. My niece and nephew are two of my favorite things in this world. I just love them to pieces!! Still VERY true!

Look how little they were!!!

2. I feel like I have a lot to be thankful for. Good things tend to come my way, and I appreciate all the luck I have.

3. I am amazing at destroying my kitchen. Right now, it’s completely ridiculous… and I totally did it. I’ve always been a clean-as-I-go cooker, but I’m becoming messy in my old age… Funny thing for a food blogger to admit, but tis true!

4. I’m terrified of thunderstorms, and don’t even get me started on Tornado Warnings…

5. There are days where I look in the mirror and am surprised that I’ve lost the weight. Even two years later, it hasn’t sunk in that I’m almost 80 lbs lighter.

6. Flowers are one of my favorite things…. especially tulips – - get close and smell them sometime.

7. Another thing I am a huge fan of is fruited water. Not the Dasani crap, but the pretty water coolers that have oranges, lemons, strawberries, etc. So refreshing!

8. I love to knit. I’m always making something… and love that I can create something out of some string.

9. I love, love, love living in Colorado – - Greatest place on earth!

10. While I never thought I’d miss it, I miss frequent traveling, the energy at the airport, and the luxury of having housekeeping make my bed every day.

11. I’m a huge Kelly Clarkson fan – - Can’t wait to see her again in concert with Angela so that we can have a sing-a-long! Still very true, as Angela remains one of my favorite partners-in-crime.

12. I believe that accessories are extremely important…

13. I’ve lived in Colorado for 6 years, and I’ve never been up in the mountains during the snowy, wintry season. I’ve only ever been up there in the summer.

14. I like to order special… a la Meg Ryan in “When Harry Met Sally”…. Don’t judge! It’s good that way!

“I’ll Have What She’s Having…”

15. I love to entertain, but try really hard not to focus functions with friends around food… this can present challenges some times.

16. I’m incredibly inspired by Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg right now. I’m probably going to write a LONG post (or series of posts) about it, because I love it that much!

17. The beach is my happy place. I really need to see the ocean this year.

18. I expect great service, and tend to try to cheer up lackluster service people so that they have a better day and treat the next person better.

19. I read a lot… especially when I travel. I’m always looking for something good to read. I’d like to join a book club maybe, assuming it was GOOD books!

20. I feel I know a lot of people who have great dreams that they are sitting on, waiting for, and hoping to have happen to them. Each one has something so fabulous they want… Just letting you know I’m here when you take the leap!!!!! LEAP!!! I feel like I am one of these people most days…

21. Why live in black and white when you can have color? I always choose color….

22. I have zero tolerance for meanness. No thanks, buh-bye.

23. I’ve been told all my adult life that I look a lot like a younger, fabulous Marie Osmond. {I added the younger, fabulous part}

24. I have been known to speak in British accent from time to time. One of my favorites was faking out some Brits at Disney World and entertaining a bus full of tourists – - Gasp!

25. If you would have told me that I’d be blogging about weight loss three years ago, I would have told you that you were crazy, and asked you to pass the chips.

Do you remember doing this survey a few years back?

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