tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17879440668099273442024-02-19T02:26:05.117-05:00No Wasted BreathUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger80125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1787944066809927344.post-9426694968674011862017-07-09T13:46:00.002-04:002017-07-09T13:47:03.162-04:00SEEING SIDEWALK PROPHETS LIVE | baseball + outdoor concert<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey there! I'm back for a more relaxed post journaling a recent event I was a part of. A few weeks ago, a friend and I attended a two-in-one event at a nearby ballpark where we got to watch a night of baseball and be a part of an outdoor concert. A local ministry in my area hosted an evening of baseball and worship that drew churches and baseball lovers from across the area. We gathered, cheered the home team on to victory, and sang praises together. </div>
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If you want to check out some of their music, check out one of my personal favorites by being redirected using <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8BBCYFAYRI" target="_blank">this link</a>.</div>
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I won't bore you with any more details of the event, but have to share some of my favorite photos of the night. I hope they capture the joy that was so present in the stands and on the field. If you ever get the chance to attend events put on by local ministries such as this one, I hope you will take full advantage of it. There are some wonderfully talented artists out there who have committed their life to singing God's praises. That sure is a reason to celebrate.</div>
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Hey again, lovely followers! I'm back again with another 3-in-one recipe video. If you remember from my <a href="http://nowastedbreath.blogspot.com/2017/06/follow-your-fears-2017-summer-bucket.html" target="_blank">Summer Bucket List</a>, one of the items was to make a whole meal on the grill. Basically, I wanted to face my fears of starting up the big ole gas fire and get to cooking some roasted goodness. After playing around with some ingredients, these are the final recipes I settled on.<br />
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I hope you can enjoy these mushroom burgers, street corn nachos, and mini grilled peach crumbles. Take a look at the recipes and head over to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv3IeezRVqmLCCttJIs-Mag" target="_blank">my YouTube channel</a> to find all the recipes in a snazzy little video.<br />
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3 stalks corn (unhusked)</div>
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Soak corn in water for 10 minutes. Place directly on medium-high preheated grill. Cover and let cook for 8 minutes, flipping after 4 minutes. Set aside to cool and, when cool, fold back husks. Spread corn with butter and return back to the grill until roasted on all sides to liking. </div>
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Rinse caps and pat dry. Sprinkle with steak rub and massage gently. Spread vegan mayo or butter of choice on each of the buns. Place both buns and mushrooms on a medium-high preheated grill. Toast buns until lightly browned on both sides (approx. 4 mins, 2 on each side). Cook mushrooms until juicy (approx. 8 mins, 4 on each side). Assemble burgers and add dressing as sauce.</div>
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Blend one part dates, two parts oats in a blender until crumbly. Add maple syrup and shredded coconut to your liking. Final granola should be crumbly and slightly stick together. Place sliced peaches on a medium-high preheated grill. Cook until juices run (approx 7 minutes, flipping halfway). Top with ice cream, granola, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.<br />
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Nature, as wide and majestic as it is, always teaches me about simple things. It knows more about the foundational principles of life than I'll ever be able to grasp and often embodies the mastery of them. From the coexistence of species to the stillness of waterfalls, there is always a reminder that can be taken from nature's perfect example as to how to approach this life we've been granted.</div>
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In this post I want to touch on one of the lessons nature has recently taught me while I flip through some of my favorite moments from a recent hike I took on Stone Mountain in North Carolina. On the hike, I was accompanied by some close friends from my church (the tiny dots in the above picture). They make a few appearances throughout this post and played in integral role in the lessons I learned from the mountains that day. I hope you enjoy some of their photogenic moments I captured.</div>
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This post is all about <i>process</i>. Yes, the slow and steady of life. The hills and the valleys. The steepening terrain. It's about all of those things and, more importantly, how you as an individual can make peace with their presence while still moving forward.</div>
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I feel as though hiking up a mountain is a fairly realistic parallel to many of the challenges of this life. Your mountains might wind a little more than mine. They might take a few extra turns or even have you climbing a steeper trail. </div>
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Your mountains might even be ones you willingly and soberly placed in front of yourself. They're ones that you chose because, in addition to the view being great, these mountains will make you a better and more equipped person to continue on your life's trek.</div>
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Let me first just say that if you're one of those people who places mountains in front of yourself, you're already succeeding. Taking that first step to desire change in yourself through dedication and process in either a personal project, fitness regimen, career goal, or otherwise is already pushing you forward solely with the power of your mindset. It has the ability to set you up for success in many areas in your life, no matter how many times you may fail.<br />
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But maybe you're not at the bottom of any mountain. Maybe the thought has never even passed your mind to take a hike just for the joy and appreciation of the process and hard work it takes. If that's the case, you're not alone, but you're also not moving. You value comfort over betterment and have yet to fully grasp the importance of self-motivated discipline.</div>
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If this is you, I invite you to consider taking on a goal or project that wasn't assigned to you or forced upon you. Create one that you've gifted to yourself as an investment in personal growth. It doesn't have to be big or overwhelming. It just has to be moving you, giving you experience, and teaching you more about yourself.</div>
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Now that you've found yourself ready to begin your hike, start that project, or prepare to reach that goal, I want you to keep in mind one simple word: process. Process means a lot of things, but it doesn't mean cutting corners and giving up. It requires patient endurance and an acceptance that the job will be done, not perfectly, but thoroughly.</div>
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Process requires a letting go of expectations while demanding persistent action. It focuses on forward movement so that growth and develop happens actively in movement and not passively in thought, bogging you down. </div>
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Don't be fooled, though. Process, despite its rigid connotation, allows for great creativity and ingenuity. In fact, in order to get the most out of process, one must not follow the steps they set out for themselves blindly, but constantly be in a state of reevaluation and refinement.</div>
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While on the hike, my friends and I were not interested in having a halfway decent experience. We wanted to make the most out of the trip. We made spur of the moment decisions to take side routes that sounded interesting, read historical placards, adjusted our pace to meet our time goals, moved lunchtime to a more convenient point in our hike, and played a little longer than anticipated in the waterfall. None of these decisions were originally decided on, nor were they a diversion from process. They just enhanced our experience and made the trip even more memorable. </div>
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Many people, even those who set and meet goals routinely, have a problem with a certain defining characteristic of process that sets it apart from general productivity. That specific element is the appreciation of the in between. Sure, the view is great on the top of the mountain, but did you notice the satisfaction of the switchbacks, feel your heart pounding in your chest, appreciate the steps you took, and live in the moment? If you didn't, you didn't grow. You didn't learn to appreciate the 90% while being so fixated on the 10%. You forgot that a change in you doesn't happen when you reach your goal, but it's happening every step of the way.</div>
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Don't overlook the path which brings you to the mountaintop.</div>
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Climb steadily. Climb patiently. Climb purposefully.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">However, it would be a flat out lie to sit here and write to you as if I had walked across that graduation stage all by myself. Even on that final walk, as things often come full circle, I was holding onto my mother's leg. I gripped the hands of my aunts and uncles, was pushed (almost toppled) by my brother, lifted by my grandparents, and cheered on by the many, many others who have played such an important role in my life. Because really, if it wasn't for them, I wouldn't have gotten there. I wouldn'</span><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">t have finished my elementary school projects, my middle school readings, or even gotten through the late night high school studying without them. And while I'll never say no to a toast for successes, I'm not a fool enough to think that I deserve the clanking glasses and cheers more than any other person who has raised me.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">And a celebration we sure had! As well as being able to check of the "host your own event" box on my Summer Bucket List, I wanted to put together a celebration as beautiful and as special as each of my family members. Thankfully, from lunch to cake, everything ran smoothly. The decorations were hung, the appetizers served, and we all came together.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It was so wonderful to spend the day with family and friends for the first time as a high school alum. I know I'm beyond blessed to have such a wonderfully supportive family both close to home and who make long travels to come for me. These people are those who I know, in every season, will love and support me. No matter which career I choose or how many more diplomas I receive, they are sure to follow me, care for me, and shower me with love.</span></div>
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It feels like its been quite a while since I sat down and wrote a proper post! With graduation celebrations and all that they bring (there will be a post tomorrow about that topic), it has been hard to find time to get creative and in the kitchen again.<br />
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Today, I'm cooking with JACKFRUIT. I know, so fancy! If you don't know what jackfruit is, it's a fruit (duh) that is native to places like Thailand and India that have tropical climates fit for large fruit trees. Jackfruit is often a convincing alternative in texture and (once seasoned) flavor to pulled poultry. For that reason, there has been a pretty popular trend going around where people replace BBQ meat with jackfruit. While that sounds equally delicious, I wanted to take my recipe on a bit of a different route and make them into enchiladas! </div>
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I purchased my jackfruit canned in brine at my local Trader Joe's, but I know there are many places that sell them - online, Whole Foods, and Asian markets are probably your best bets.</div>
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The final product turned out absolutely delicious. Of course, there are lots of ways to adapt this recipe and make it your own depending on what you might have lying around in your fridge. I hope this recipe and idea inspires you to find new and exciting ways to get your fruit and vegetables in!</div>
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2 20-oz cans jackfruit in brine</div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Before strawberry season comes to a close, I wanted to be sure to share with you this wonderful recipe I discovered while experimenting with some fresh local berries my boyfriend, mother, and I picked recently. If youāve ever enjoyed the joy of a store bought shortcake topped with cut up strawberries and Reddi-Whip, Iām sure you know why I would rave about a homemade version. Paired with coconut whipped cream and warm strawberry syrup, this fruity dessert is a light and dangerously addictive take on the classic summer treat.</span></span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In order to check off item #7 (Pick Fruit) on my Summer Bucket List, I arranged a strawberry picking date for three in a local patch. Due to some water damage the harvest had endured in the past few weeksā rain showers, the strawberries were marked down to half price. The crop </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0px;">We waded through rows and rows of strawberry plants to pick out the juiciest looking berries we could find.</span><span style="font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0px;">Between my momās green thumb after a childhood harvesting her family garden, Prestonās determination to fill his bucket quicker than mine, and my love for all things strawberry, we had filled four whole buckets to the brim with the patchās finest.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> 2 1/4 c. strawberries</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> 1/8 c. water</span></div>
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Hello lovely readers and visitors of my blog! Today I have for you a brand new piece of recipe inspiration that I hope you can find useful. <br />
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I want to challenge you to broaden your horizons and start looking at ordinary foods as blank canvases, not stubborn recipe boxes. Get creative! But breakfast foods on a pizza! Drizzle it with bbq sauce! Make your own ranch! The pizza world is your oyster.<br />
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First, before we get into the recipe, let me direct you to my newest YouTube video where I share this recipe and the process that went behind making it. While you're there, don't be shy! Give the channel some love and don't forget to subscribe.<br />
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For the recipe itself, I've gone back and forth on how to share it because, well, this pizza was never really a recipe. It started as just leftovers I daringly placed on a pizza crust in a stroke of genius. This video was meant to be purely inspiration for you to get in the kitchen and do the same. I have compiled for you some resources, including links to other blogs, that may help you with the pizza itself! However, for the ranch sauce, I wanted to include my very own version (which I also happen to think is the best I've discovered). I feel as though that's a pretty solid compromise.<br />
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BBQ BREAKFAST PIZZA<br />
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<a href="https://minimalistbaker.com/southwest-tofu-scramble/" target="_blank">Tofu Scrambled Eggs</a><br />
2 Pizza Crusts<br />
<a href="http://wallflowerkitchen.com/oil-free-crispy-potatoes/" target="_blank">Roasted Potatoes</a><br />
<a href="http://www.traderjoes.com/fearless-flyer/article/988" target="_blank">Soy Chorizo</a> from Trader Joe's (or any other fake meat)<br />
Pizza Sauce<br />
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bragg-Organic-Yeast-Seasoning-4-5-oz/dp/B002863BIW?th=1" target="_blank">Nutritional Yeast</a><br />
Barbecue Sauce of your choosing (I love Trader Joe's Carolina Gold)<br />
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THE BEST VEGAN RANCH<br />
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1/3 cup vegan mayonnaise (I love Just Mayo from Hampton Creek)<br />
2 Tbsp plain unsweetened almond milk<br />
1/2 lime (can sub lemon or apple cider vinegar)<br />
1/4 tsp onion powder<br />
1/4 tsp garlic powder<br />
3 tsp dill<br />
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Blend or whisk all ingredients together. Yup, that's it. It's that easy.<br />
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I hope you've enjoyed this recipe and will be inspired to broaden your pizza horizons in an effort to find new and exciting combinations!<br />
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Much Love!<br />
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Sydney xx<br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hello again and welcome back to my most anticipated post of the year! Today, I'm happily kicking off the </span></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Summer Bucket List </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">with a</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> hot off the press, brand spankin' new 2017 edition (*throws confetti*)!! Get ready for lots of exciting SBL-themed posts and updates coming at you each week.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If youāve never seen one of these posts from me and donāt know how the list works, basically, the goal is to complete and blog about each of these items on the list as I check them off. Want to see how much progress I've made? Return to this post often to see what I've checked off. I also encourage you to subscribe via email on the sidebar to get updated when I post so that youāll never miss an adventure!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To update you on life currently: I took my </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">final</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> final exam yesterday morning and since then have been living in summer bliss, patiently waiting for graduation to mark the official end to my high school career. Let me tell you, </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="http://nowastedbreath.blogspot.com/2017/05/on-senior-year-reflection.html" target="_blank">senior year has been crazy</a></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and as much as Iāll remember the good things that came from it, Iām more than ready to close this chapter of my life. With the festivities of graduation upon us, it'll be so great to be able to visit with family and celebrate these last 12+ years I've spent as a student.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In honor of the new beginnings, changes, and transition periods I will be opening myself up to over the next several months, I wanted to bring a theme to this yearās bucket list. This summer is all about one simple phrase. Three words, four syllables. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Follow Your Fears</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The idea came from an inspired thought I've toyed with recently. Many people in this life will tell you to face your fears, but not many will tell you to drop everything and follow them. But why would I want that for you? Why would I push you to bend, break, and make yourself vulnerable to your fears? Because that, my friends, is where the change happens. Thatās where mindsets are changed, lives are changed, and you find your most authentic self. Just think about the parts of you that will never be discovered if you let yourself exist only in comfort!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">I feel like a lot of people today live in their own little bubbles, accepting the fears that hold them in their current situation, whether that be a toxic friendship, a bad attitude, or just a mindset that refuses to try new things. This particular phrase is timely for me in particular because these next few months in preparation for college will be spent coming to terms with the fact that my entire existence is about to flip upside down. However, this truly can be applied to any point in life. There will always be things right outside of your current reach that, because of fear or worry, become lost as dreams.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Well, this is your excuse to make them happen. Write that book, start that blog, pour yourself into a craft or hobby, reach out to old friends, go on an adventure. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><i>Whatever it is that scares you, (with obvious caution) follow it.</i></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">These annual summer bucket lists reflect that same message in my own life. They push me to take my camera new places, reach out to new people, overcome obstacles, and focus on my passions. This year's post in particular includes, along with some classic SBL items, things that scare me. Things that were hard to even write about doing, much less actually doing. However, I know that it will be the challenging items that stretch me and push me, growing me into the person I know I can become. So, without further ado, behold this yearās Summer Bucket List.</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Have a classic picnic date</strike></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Set off a firework myself</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Cook a whole meal on the grill</strike></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Watch the sunrise and sunsetā¦on the same day</strike></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Go electronics-free for 3 days</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Grow something new</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Pick fruit</strike></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Go to a baseball game</strike></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Attend an outdoor concert</strike></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tube down a river</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Find a waterfall</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Have a backyard movie night</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit a water park</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bike the VA creeper trail</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Try a DIY project</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Explore a new city</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Spend a day on the lake</strike></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cross state lines</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Try stand up paddle boarding</strike></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Make a fruity drink</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Take a lighthouse tour</strike></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Hammock in strange places</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit Elevation Churchās main campus</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Get a henna tattoo</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Try a new type of food</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Make a meal from entirely from farmers market ingredients</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Relocate the blog</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Start a business</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Summit a mountain</strike></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">FREE SPACE</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cook a huge family dinner</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strike>Design and host an event</strike></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Go thrifting</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Run a 5k</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Practice self love</span></span></li>
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-ad68cc4a-6916-f4e4-9c39-516209716ac7"></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1787944066809927344.post-46292091407215278772017-05-30T17:37:00.000-04:002017-06-03T10:18:30.605-04:00ON SENIOR YEAR: A REFLECTION<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">So, before āPomp and Circumstanceā rings in my final moments as a high school senior, I'd like to take a chance to reflect on some of the things Iāve learned this past year. While you peruse my post, enjoy the pictures Iāve added of the graduation photoshoot my bible study friends and I had! Grab a cup of tea, this oneās a long one...</span></div>
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Today truly is a day for celebration, my sweet readers! The resurgence of my blog and YouTube channel has fallen concurrently with one of our country's most important holidays, Memorial Day. It is today that we gather around beaches and pools, picnic tables and family, in order to give reverence to and celebrate the lives of the fallen soldiers who make this country so great.<br />
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By the time you're reading this, I will have started my own Memorial Day holiday with an early morning hike up Stone Mountain in NC with a few close friends. Following the trek, we will be returning to my church's evening picnic dinner.<br />
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As a vegan of 2.5 years now, I know well enough to attend said picnics and gatherings with my own provisions prepared. In fact, being able to share with other attendants is one of my favorite parts of the events, because it allows me to gauge the unbiased opinions of omnivores.<br />
In the spirit of sharing, I am thrilled to be able to bring to you my latest YouTube video along with the three full recipes in this post. Be sure to check them out, and feel free to take some inspiration for your next holiday gathering!<br />
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THE VIDEO:<br />
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PIGS IN A BLANKET<br />
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2 Pillsbury Crescent Roll Tins<br />
1 Package SmartLife Vegan Hot Dogs<br />
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Cut hot dogs in half<br />
Roll each weiner starting at the wide end<br />
Cook rolls according to package directions<br />
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1 6oz can sliced olives</div>
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1 box Garden Rotini</div>
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1/4 c Goddess Dressing (from Trader Joes) or Greek-Style dressing</div>
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Sun-dried tomatoes for topping</div>
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FIREWORK JELLO POKE CAKE<br />
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<u>Ingredients:</u><br />
1 box cake mix (check ingredients)<br />
1 tub frosting<br />
1 box gelatin-free jello<br />
12 oz carbonated drink<br />
Food coloring of your choice<br />
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Bake cake according to package instructions<br />
Poke round holes into cooled cake<br />
Pour boiling water into jello mix<br />
Immediately pour mixture onto cake<br />
Ice cake with frosting<br />
Make dots with food coloring and pull out to make rays<br />
Chill and let firm<br />
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Sydney Schamay xx</div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hi, lovely reader! Youāre in for a treat today (no, its not a slice of pieā¦but youāre getting warmer!). Today I am sharing with you my adventures at the farmer's market along with some pictures of a peach + blueberry cobbler I made from the produce we got.</span></span></div>
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This past Saturday my lovely mother and I spent the morning together around town soaking in all the local love. First, we headed to the launch of BodyFlow 73 at our YMCA. BodyFlow is a Les Mills group exercise class that combines Yoga, Tai Chi, and Pilates for a workout that's both relaxing and challenging (something I didn't know was possible until BodyFlow). I feel like a spokeswoman for this class as I've raved about it time after time to friends and family. It's totally worth a try if you enjoy group exercise or want to try out something new!</div>
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This release was full of great songs and was one of my personal favorites in the time I've been taking this class (probably a little more than a year now).</div>
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Following our workout we decided to visit some of the venders at a small local farmers market in the area. It's only a few miles from the gym, so it was a very convenient stop. I was looking for some fruit, and I found these beautiful berries. There were lots of veggies to choose from as well, but the only thing I found to put in a cobbler were these. </div>
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So it was off to another farmers market (not pictured) we went! At the second market, we got a whopping 4.5 pounds of fresh peaches. I was content.</div>
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Here they are in all their golden peachy glory. Raw. Bare. I do love a good peach.</div>
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I had a special guest come visit me to be my personal assistant/recipe scribe/ben & jerry's supplier (thank you preston if you read this!). Here he is being a handsome little goof helping to show off my new package of coconut sugar. Little tip for making ultra rich desserts: use coconut sugar for a caramel flavor that is even stronger than brown sugar. I'm a sucker for new ingredients and think just about any health food is exciting, but you have to give this one a try.</div>
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LOOK AT THAT. This is probably one of the best food pics I've ever taken. The lighting and editing finally does these gorgeous fruits some justice.</div>
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I know what you're thinking. Sydney... this isn't the most flattering picture. And that smile isn't exactly the most convincing. Well you'd be right. These are both very true statements and the reason I included this picture isn't either of them. This picture is actually to aid in telling the story of what happened right before this picture was taken. </div>
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So at this point in the cobbler making/photo taking process, I was very ready to just shove this thing in the oven. I'd spent too much time sprinkling cinnamon and coming up with a topping dough recipe to even care how the final product looked. I just wanted a few minutes of rest. However, Preston, as my wonderful assistant (no sarcasm there. this is in no way his fault. seriously.), decided that I needed a picture with my masterpiece. So, he snatched the camera out of my coconut oil-greased hands and told me to, you know, kneel down near the cobbler and look like I was enjoying myself. So me being the absent minded frenzied baker I am decided it would be a good idea to tilt the cobbler towards the camera (i'm talking more than 45 degrees) as one might do with a birthday cake so that the camera could pick up the cobbler's detail. </div>
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Now I'm sure you can guess where this is going. I smiled for the picture, but before it was snapped I noticed that, well, my cobbler was falling out of the dish. I don't know why I was convinced that cobbler didn't follow the same rules of gravity as every other baked good, but there I was with a quarter of my cobbler plopped ever so gracefully onto the island top. In a defeated mess, I begrudgingly picked up my cobbler and fixed my mess. I will have to give credits to Preston on this one, however. If it wasn't for him making me get over my spilt cobbler, I may very well still be a sad mess on the floor crying out that "my life is over." Yes, it was overdramatic. No, it probably won't be the last time I react that way.</div>
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So here it is. All in one piece and shining like the big glistening cobbler it always wanted to be when it grew up.</div>
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And here's the man who just keeps saving the day. I think I'm gonna need to keep him around.</div>
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Thank you for reading today's entry, and let me know how you enjoyed this style of blog post as well as these pictures. I really enjoyed photographing them, and was very content with the finished product. Do you feel the same? Different? Leave a comment!</div>
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Until I blog again! I hope your summer days stay fresh and fruity.</div>
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Hello everyone! I'm back again with the second installment of my 2016 beach adventures. As I mentioned in the <a href="http://nowastedbreath.blogspot.com/2016/07/beach-week-1-mini-golf.html" target="_blank">first installment</a>, I was fortunate enough to be able to return to the beach for a second trip with my lovely boyfriend and his equally lovely family for a stay at Oak Island, NC. On this trip I accomplished a whopping TWO items on my bucket list (go me!).</div>
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The first item I accomplished was going to a festival, something I originally didn't have any idea how I would complete. But with serendipity on my side, I found a little Fourth of July festival to crash down in Southport, NC. It was filled with venders, food, and people galore!</div>
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It was fair style food which was admittedly not too vegan friendly but still a blast! Preston and I wandered endlessly around the booths, food stands, and even sat by the Cape Fear River to rest our feet. I'd say it was definitely a success!</div>
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Secondly, we accomplished "find the best _________ around". You'll be excited (maybe not as excited as me) to know that I got to fill this magical blank with vegan donuts!! We found this crazy awesome shop down near Carolina Beach called <a href="http://www.wakenbakedonuts.com/" target="_blank">Wake N Bake</a>, my vegan alternative to the famous <a href="http://www.brittsdonutsfanclub.com/" target="_blank">Britt's donuts </a>that everyone else enjoyed.</div>
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I just wanted to say a quick thank you to Preston and his family for being such generous hosts and making this trip happen! This post wouldn't have been possible without all of them. </div>
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Happy summer everyone! I have for you the second blog post in my summer bucket list series. This one is to cross off mini golfing!</div>
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My family and I arrived at the beach for our weeklong vacation on the coast. It is actually the first of two beach trips I will be taking this summer (crazy, I know!). I am luckily also going to be spending another week at the beach during July 4th with my boyfriend Preston's family! I'm sure I'll have a whole separate post on those adventures.<br />
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Under the lights of the course, my brother and I played one of the most intense matches of our lives (which is saying a lot since he is an actual golf player). </div>
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With my two hole in ones in a row, Bryce was getting a little wigged out. I had a leg up on him and by the 9th hole everything was tied up. Sadly, I gave up my lead and the win as Bryce took over on the back nine. Truly tragic (but still pretty fun I will admit). </div>
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I'm so glad you could join me in my completion of my first item on the bucket list. Here's to many more!</div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">After last year's complete FAILURE of a Summer Bucket List, I believe it's time to put some money </span><span style="text-align: center;">where my mouth is. I want to start from scratch and really buckle down. And I've got an ambitious plan to do exactly that.</span></div>
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This summer is a bit of a special summer. It's the last summer before my lovely boyfriend (see pic below!) heads off to the university of his dreams and begins the first of four years as a college student. I wanted to put together something special for him this summer - the last summer he has as a high schooler - before he heads to university in the fall.</div>
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(here's us together at his graduation. i was a junior marshall for our school!)</div>
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So what better to do than to create a summer bucket list together? Hopefully at the end of the summer when all the great memories are made, and the time for him to leave has come, we will near the end of the list and have a lot of pictures and videos to remember it by. </div>
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While this list is made mostly with him, there will be a few items that I expect to do with other groups of people or just solo. So don't be surprised if he's not in a couple.</div>
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<u><span style="font-size: large;">THE RULES:</span></u> Complete and blog about at least one of these items per week. There are 10 weeks of summer before move in day, and I have a list of 20 items to choose from. </div>
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1. go hiking</div>
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2. have a picnic</div>
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3. go stargazing</div>
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4. fly a kite</div>
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5. bike the virginia creeper trail</div>
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7. <strike>go to a farmer's market</strike></div>
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8. kayak</div>
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9. <strike>go camping</strike></div>
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10. <strike>find the best <u>vegan donuts</u> around</strike></div>
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11. <strike>mini-golf</strike></div>
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12. swim at sunset</div>
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13. perfect a recipe</div>
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14. have a game night</div>
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15. go to a baseball game</div>
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16. watch fireworks</div>
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17. pick fruit</div>
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18. eat a whole watermelon</div>
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19. have a vegan bbq</div>
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20. spend a day at the lake</div>
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Just like past summers, there will be a blog post about each of these items as I complete them and they will be crossed through (<strike>like this</strike>) on the master list here. Want to check my progress throughout the summer? Come back to this post.</div>
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As a <span style="font-size: large;">BONUS</span> I wanted to include the first activity I completed on the list (yay!). This past Saturday night my friends and I decided that to kick off summer we would pitch a tent in the backyard and have our own little camping adventure.</div>
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Welcome back to my favorite blog series in the entire world! The summer bucket list is back and better than ever with 15 brand new items that will rock your socks.</div>
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If you're not familiar with the summer bucket list series I do here, this is how it works. I make a list and then go out and make these things happen. Afterwards, I report back to my blog and either check things off or make a post about my experience (provided there are enough photos and stories).</div>
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Each item with a post will be hyperlinked as the posts come out. Stay updated by returning to this page periodically or getting email updates for my blog. Either way, I hope you enjoy and make the most out of your summer!</div>
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1. Plant a herb garden.<br />
2. Attend a midnight movie premiere.<br />
3. Eat a whole watermelon.<br />
4. Go fruit picking.<br />
5. Make a dreamcatcher.<br />
6. Bike the Virginia Creeper Trail<br />
7. Watch a sunrise and sunset on the same day.<br />
8. Perfect a dessert recipe.<br />
9. Go to a concert.<br />
10. Go camping.<br />
<strike>11. Go to a amusement/water park.</strike><br />
12. Finish the Harry Potter series.<br />
13. Complete a huge puzzle.<br />
<strike>14. Visit the farmer's market.</strike><br />
15. Give blood.<br />
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Much love,</div>
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Normally for breakfast I will have a big bowl of oatmeal (and by big bowl I mean 1 cup of dry oats so however much that is in cooked oats) with almond milk, a sweetener, and fresh fruit. Occasionally I will have banana ice cream (aka frozen bananas put in a food processor until they're the consistency of soft serve). "Nicecream" is my absolute favorite vegan food. You would not believe how sweet and creamy it is - and its only bananas! I'm also a big fan of super sweet green smoothies. They are such fun to have when all your fruit is ripe.<br />
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I tend to have leftovers of dinner for lunch. If I'm packing my lunch I will also add as much fresh fruit as I can into a tupperware. I'll also take a fig bar, larabar, or whatever little vegan treat I have made (currently its homemade granola bars!). Dinners usually consist of a starch paired with steamed veggies or on a bed of fresh greens. I love making white potatoes into fries (without added salt or oil), cooking up jasmine rice (I literally have a 5 lb bag of that stuff #veganproblems), baking sweet potatoes or making brown rice pasta with homemade tomato sauce. Its all so delicious and filling.<br />
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Mommy's little vegan meal.</div>
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Roots and shoots.</div>
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Stuffed sweet potatoes.</div>
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<b>Hydration</b><br />
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I drink a LOT of water. I make sure to get in 2-3 liters daily to maintain optimal hydration. Since I eat such a high fiber and high cooked food diet, its important to keep things moving and stay hydrated. It helps keep my skin clear as well.<br />
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Thank you for having a read and stay tuned for more recipes and things to come!<br />
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Much Love,<br />
Sydney xx</div>
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Hello, my wonderful readers! I hope you are all doing great. After seven days off of school in the past two weeks, I'm getting a little crazy. However, I have been making fairly good use of the time off to get a head start on projects and other fun things.<br />
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In other news, its my two month veganniversary! I've basically become a little hippie. Just like this dog.<br />
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As promised, I am going to update you on all things vegan food. <br />
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So my diet over the last two months has been, for the most part, what is considered a High Carb Low Fat Vegan Lifestyle. I eat mostly plant foods in their cooked or raw forms. That makes up the bulk of my diet. I'll have some processed foods or higher fat foods every once and a while when I'm craving something different. But for the most part I'm satisfied on these foods alone.<br />
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I have been roughly following the advice of Dr. McDougall, the author of The Starch Solution. I will have a book review up soon to discuss all of my opinions in detail. For now, just know that this means I'm eating mostly starches (corn, potatoes, pasta, whole grains, beans, legumes, etc.) with sides of veggies and fruits. Occasionally, I'll have a fruit meal for either breakfast or lunch if I want something really sweet.<br />
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The high carbohydrate diet I'm consuming keeps me feeling energized and awake. Early morning classes don't seem as dull and I can get up earlier without an alarm clock. I feel a lot lighter and not weighed down by fatty animal products. I've also noticed a stabilization in my mood. I don't feel like I'll snap at people as easily or get moody. Not every day is like this, but the vast majority of them are.<br />
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I do recognize a change in myself and my energy levels when I have a little more fat in my diet. Too much avocado, coconut milk, oils or nuts seem to slow me down while rice or potatoes will keep me going. I don't eliminate these fatty foods from my diet, but I try to eat them sparingly. I feel the best when I'm running off of starches and fruits.<br />
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I haven't had cravings lately for any animal products either. I'm completely satisfied with my huge and delicious plant based meals. At the beginning, I recall salivating at the smell of the rest of the family's dinner options. However, I don't feel that way anymore. I prefer the tastes of sweet fruits and starches to the smells of meat, cheese or eggs. In some ways, those foods don't seem like foods anymore.<br />
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As for weight loss, I have lost a bit of weight. If you knew what I looked like before going vegan, you definitely wouldn't say I was overweight. However, I was getting steadily heavier over time without getting any taller. I have lost a total of 6 pounds over the past two months (or 5% of my body weight). This is pretty impressive considering I'm not restricting any calories and eating until I'm full. I'm still in a healthy weight range for my height and don't think I'll have to worry about losing anymore. I'm beginning to get more into weightlifting exercises and hope to eventually build some muscle mass. Once I start to see an increase in muscle mass, the number on the scale won't mean much. If I was more overweight to begin with, I am confident I would have lost even more weight by now. However, I've reached a good set point for my height and don't think I have the capacity to loose much more healthily. <br />
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I've noticed that this change was VERY easy. I didn't have many cravings like some others do when they go vegan. Apart from spending the time to cook my own meals, its not that much of a hassle either. My adjustment has been significantly easier than that of my friends. They still don't understand that I reach my protein needs without just eating cans of beans or packages or tofu and nuts. However, I've been making a point to educate them on the richness of plant foods and their ability to meet all of your nutritional needs. They mainly just make fun of me for being a health nut, but to be honest I'm okay with that. I love it and am immensely passionate about it. There's no shame in that. I keep telling myself that the people who change the world all do something against what's normal. It'll be worth it to lead by example and share the message about plant foods.<br />
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Interested in learning more about plant based living and the benefits of this lifestyle on your health and the environment? I definitely recommend checking out a book or movie about the lifestyle I live. I'll leave some awesome vegan links to check out when you have some time to watch a movie or reserve a book.<br />
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<b>Movies</b><br />
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<u><a href="http://earthlings.com/" target="_blank">Earthlings</a></u><br />
Click for the full length movie on the Earthlings website. This appeals to the ethical vegans. The horrors behind where your food comes from. If all else fails, watch this. You WILL become a vegan after watching this.<br />
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<u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-OzTWY2J8E" target="_blank">Forks over Knives</a></u><br />
Click for the trailer. A movie that shows the health benefits of switching to plants. A MUST SEE. Watch on <span style="color: red;">Netflix</span> or find it somewhere like the library. This movie will change your life. <br />
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<u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lt288rIU5Ds" target="_blank">The Engine 2 Diet</a></u><br />
Click for the trailer. Such an awesome take on how easy it is to put together filling, plant based meals. I loved this movie and the book its based on. Watch on <span style="color: red;">Netflix</span>.<br />
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<u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gv3vEXy_EwU" target="_blank">Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead</a></u><br />
Click for the trailer. A really interesting take on one man's health journey. I don't recommend jumping into juicing like this man does, but it does bring up very important points about the dangers of animal products and the benefits of plants. There's also a sequel. Both on <span style="color: red;">Netflix</span>.<br />
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<u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MvAM97VDE8" target="_blank">Hungry for Change</a></u><br />
Click for the trailer. I thought I would mention this movie because it was the first movie I watched (back in 2011!) that got me into health and plant foods. Such a well done movie, but there's a big push for these superfoods. I wouldn't get caught up in superfoods, but would take from it the advice for plant foods. It also does a great job of exposing the diet and weight loss industry. Watch on <span style="color: red;">Netflix</span>.<br />
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<u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKzng1_byMY" target="_blank">Vegucated</a></u><br />
Click for the trailer. Such an awesome film that tracks the experience of three Americans following a Standard American Diet and their transition into veganism. Does a great job showcasing the results of each individual and the impact that they have on the animals and environment. Watch on <span style="color: red;">Netflix</span>.<br />
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<b>Books</b><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Starch-Solution-Regain-Health/dp/1623360277/ref=pd_sim_b_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=116GNHMR06Q1BCEPJQJS" target="_blank">The Starch Solution by Dr. John McDougall</a></u><br />
The book that I would recommend to anyone who wants to change their life with food. This clears up every question you've ever had about diet and what the human body was made to eat. Read it. I'm serious. It will change your life.<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-China-Study-Comprehensive-Implications/dp/1932100660/ref=pd_sim_b_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=0BWHFVYVYRDVETH3MGCH" target="_blank">The China Study by T. Colin Campbell, PhD</a></u><br />
If you want the science behind reversing and preventing cancers, diabetes, heart disease and other western diseases then READ THIS. All of these diseases (yes, cancer included) have been clearly linked to diet and animal product consumption. Such an incredible contribution to the plant based movement.<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-80-10-Diet/dp/1893831248/ref=pd_sim_b_5?ie=UTF8&refRID=01MBEZWN02DAW3BCFVVX" target="_blank">The 80/10/10 Diet by Dr. Douglas N Graham</a></u><br />
The remarkable collection of work by a health and plant foods guru. <br />
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<u><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Neal-Barnards-Program-Reversing-Diabetes/dp/1594868107/ref=pd_sim_b_18?ie=UTF8&refRID=04QQTWPV8VPRFEAGAD03" target="_blank">Dr. Neal Barnard's Program for Reversing Diabetes by Dr. Neal Barnard</a></u><br />
Type 2 diabetes is reversable, treatable, and preventable. Plant based doctor Neal Barnard is the president of Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. I'd recommend this to anyone who wants to cure their diabetes and restore their health.<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1583333002/ref=s9_psimh_gw_p14_d0_i2?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=desktop-1&pf_rd_r=1ZENR8HN4KVN3W2K824J&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=1970559082&pf_rd_i=desktop" target="_blank">Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease by Dr. Caldwell B Esselstyn</a></u><br />
Another plant based doctor gives his research and advice to those suffering with heart disease. Such an important book.<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Eating-Animals-Jonathan-Safran-Foer/dp/0316069884/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1425086911&sr=1-1&keywords=eating+animals" target="_blank">Eating Animals by Jonathan Safran Foer</a></u><br />
The ethics behind not consuming meat.<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Engine-Diet-Firefighters-Save-Your-Life-Cholesterol/dp/0446506699/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1425086938&sr=1-1&keywords=the+engine+2+diet" target="_blank">The Engine 2 Diet by Rip Esselstyn </a></u><br />
Son of Caldwell Esselstyn. Perfect veganism guide for meat eaters. Inspired the movie "The Engine 2 Diet."<br />
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FOOD AND THE KNOWLEDGE OF WHAT FOOD CAN DO FOR YOUR HEALTH AND THE SUSTAINABILITY OF THIS PLANET IS POWER.<br />
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<b>If I had to recommend one book: The Starch Solution</b><br />
<b>If I had to recommend one movie: Forks Over Knives</b><br />
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I have a few of these titles in my collection. If you need one and can't pick it up at the library or on Netflix then let me know. For all the locals, I'd be glad to lend you a copy.<br />
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Well, that's about it. Hope you've enjoyed my update and that it makes up for the lack of content over the past few weeks.<br />
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Love and Hugs!!<br />
Sydney xxUnknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1787944066809927344.post-55011136490506885692015-02-15T13:11:00.001-05:002016-06-14T13:29:14.334-04:00Vegan Sweet Potato Enchiladas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hello! I'm glad you've decided to visit my blog today. I've got a special little recipe just for you - Sweet Potato Enchiladas!<br />
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They're incredibly delicious and VEGAN! If you're worried about not being full on a vegan lifestyle, try starches. They keep you nice and satisfied for a long time and they're full of good carbohydrates that give you lots of energy.<br />
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I've even made a video to guide you through the cooking process. Check it out in the embedded link.<br />
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Here's the recipe I've adjusted for your use. Don't forget to check out the pictures of the finished product at the end.<br />
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1 can corn (no salt added, drained)<br />
1 can black beans (no salt added, drained)<br />
1 can petite diced tomatoes (no salt added)<br />
2 cans tomato sauce<br />
2 sweet potatoes<br />
1 cup dry brown rice<br />
Tortillas<br />
Onion powder (or onion)<br />
Garlic powder (or garlic)<br />
Chili powder<br />
Cumin<br />
Black pepper<br />
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1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.<br />
2. Create filling by mixing corn and beans.<br />
3. Cook brown rice according to directions and mix into filling.<br />
4. Poke holes in sweet potatoes and wrap them in a damp paper towel. Place in the microwave for 4 minutes. Peel and dice the sweet potatoes. They should be soft enough to cut through easily but not turn to mush. Add to filling.<br />
5. Place the filling in a large pan on medium low and add all spices to your liking. I would be especially generous with the onion/garlic powder and cumin. These spices are also adjustable. Add what you'd like! Let cook until you've finished the sauce.<br />
6. In a separate pot, add tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Mix in all the spices you used in your filling. Again, the specific amounts and spices you choose to use are all up to you. I'd just advise taste testing. Cook on low until warm. It should take 5-10 minutes. Add 1/3 - 1/2 of the sauce into the filling.<br />
7. Coat the bottom of a 9 x 13 casserole dish with a light layer of the tomato sauce to prevent sticking. <br />
8. Fill each tortilla with the filling until you've used it all and lined the entire dish.<br />
9. Coat the top of the tortillas with the remaining tomato sauce.<br />
10. Place in the oven and cook for 15 minutes.<br />
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Not too difficult, right? It tastes amazing too! Let me know if you give it a try or if you want me to share any more recipes. I'd be glad to!<br />
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2nd semester has been pretty stressful lately, and I meant to get this up way earlier. I apologize for my absence. However, I've got a few things coming including my much anticipated vegan update. It should be up in the next week.<br />
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Hopefully there will be a snow day this week when I can film another recipe and get some other things going for the blog. I'm so glad I get to share this experience with my readers.<br />
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I hope you have an amazing week and are encouraged to spread love in this world. <br />
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I love you all!<br />
Sydney xx<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">On January 1st, 2015 I will become a temporary vegan. That means no meat, no eggs and no dairy products. Yes, I will become one of <i>those </i>people.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">One of my favorite things about myself is that I am passionately curious. In my life I am constantly looking at my environment with an analytical mind. What can I do to improve myself and the world around me? My close family will tell you that I am observant, hard working and a natural problem solver. I have always been mesmerized by puzzles and complicated math problems. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">So, I look at this vegan experiment as nothing more than a little puzzle or a math problem. After taking months to do extensive research on the published studies of nutrition specialists and other health care providers, I have come to the conclusion that animal products are not necessary nor natural in a human diet. This prospect intrigued me. Is it possible that the food I'm consuming (or not consuming) is preventing me from living a full, vibrant life? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Hold up, hold up. This is really dangerous, Sydney. <b>Where on Earth will you get your protein?</b> We all know the best sources of protein come from animal products.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">First of all, I'm very thankful that you care about my protein levels. However, the idea that vegans don't get enough protein is, for the most part, a myth. I say for the most part because there will always be "junk food vegans" who continue to eat harmful, processed foods that contain no protein. Junk food as in Oreos. Did you know Oreos are vegan? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">"Whole grains, vegetables, and beans provide more than enough protein to stay healthy. Most people actually eat too much protein, and when the body has more than it needs, it excretes the rest in our urine. Animal protein also leads to increased risk for several illnesses." (http://www.vegan-nutritionista.com/)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">You may care to note that these "illnesses" referenced are all preventable, diet related diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart disease.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">So, why would your doctor recommend animal protein if there is an overwhelming amount of research concluding that these food choices lead to chronic but preventable illnesses? In medical school, doctors only receive less than 4 hours of nutrition education. They aren't qualified to tell you how to prevent illnesses with food, only treat them. Need a triple bypass surgery? Go to a doctor. Want to know how to prevent one? Don't bother asking for their advice.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Okay, but <b>what about calcium?</b> If you don't drink milk, won't you be deficient in calcium?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Calcium, like all other minerals, is found first in the soil. In plants. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">"Calcium, needed for strong bones, is found in dark green leafy vegetables, tofu made with calcium sulfate, calcium-fortified soy milk and orange juice, and many other foods commonly eaten by vegans." (http://www.vrg.org/nutrition/calcium.php)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">3. But a vegan diet isn't the natural human diet. <b>We are biologically meant to eat meat, right?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Aside from not being physically made to eat meat, humans are not psychologically made to eat meat either. How many of you readers could honestly say that you could chase down a live animal, kill it and eat it then and there? Do you have the heart or the strength? Have you ever considered the lack of a natural drive to kill another being as an argument against meat eating?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">4. How about in the Bible where <b>God feeds His people with meat?</b> It can't be unethical if God supports it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">This is where I got stumped too. You don't want to be this person when God offers you food to eat.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">However, we are looking at a time where factory farming (the industry which abuses and murders innocent animals) was nonexistent and options for food were not as plentiful. Today, we are privileged to be given a choice to either eat what will truly nourish our cells or support the horrors of factory farming. We are blessed with availability of endless food options. I believe God would also choose veganism. He is compassionate and cares for ALL of his creatures. I don't think he would be supportive of the torture they go through today in the industry.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Don't think of this vegan experiment as a restrictive diet. I am not planning to consume less calories or trying to lose weight. I'm merely replacing the low nutrient value calories with higher quality, nutrient dense ones. In the vegan world, this is called a "plant based diet". Doesn't that sound a lot nicer than vegan? Vegan has such a negative connotation. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">To make sure I am getting all food that I need, I will be logging all of my meals into <a href="https://cronometer.com/" target="_blank">Cronometer</a>. This website is a database with nutritional information about all kinds of foods. It will be able to tell me, in detail, if I am reaching my nutrient goals each day. I recommend you play around with the website and even set up your own account if you are interested in nutrition or food in general. It is a fascinating tool.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Now to address the extremity of the vegan diet, I'd like to make a comparison to put things in perspective. Which would you consider more extreme - a triple bypass surgery (where a surgeon takes a saw to your ribcage) caused by a poor diet or eating only whole foods like fruits and vegetables? Is pricking yourself everyday with shots of insulin more extreme than cutting out foods that don't serve your body? What about paying a fortune in medical bills when you could have drunk those green smoothies?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I'll be doing my best to eat only veggies, fruits, nuts, seeds and legumes. Basically, "rabbit food". Or, if you're feeling radical, "actual human food". Need a sec to chew on that? I'm feeling a little sassy today. I apologize. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">For now, I'm not sure. All the research I have done makes it very obvious that it isn't hard to succeed on a plant based diet. If I see exciting results (skin clarity, high energy levels, increased ability to focus and be productive) then I may decide to keep it up. For now, like the title suggests, this is nothing more than an experiment. I'm just as curious as you are. Will it work? Will I end up failing?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Being aware of the factory farming abuse (there are plenty of documentaries that go into this), I feel like I have an obligation to at least try and do my part to save the lives of innocent animals. My own selfish interests are petty excuses to not do anything. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I hope that what I've said hasn't hurt anyone or turned you off from looking into the lifestyle. I don't mean to single out any meat eaters or supporters of other diets. I have just found so much good logic behind this lifestyle and am eager to share it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">My YouTube channel and this blog have been all kinds of things over the last few years. That's what I love about them, though. I can look back at my archived posts and videos and see how I've changed over the years. Maybe, in time, this post will just be history. I'm willing to risk that, though. What are we, really, if we aren't actively changing and adapting? I don't want to live a static life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">And if you are feeling really crazy, you could even download this short little free pdf called the "<a href="https://payhip.com/b/57Vi" target="_blank">Vegan Beginners Guide</a>". It's a comprehensive resource created by the awesome vegan blogger from <a href="http://mindfullybliss.com/" target="_blank">Mindfully Bliss</a> (aka my new obsession). If I didn't convince you here to look into veganism, she sure will.</span></div>
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I'm so excited to share with you these candid shots of our week in paradise! We set sail on the Carnival Fantasy from Charleston harbor and made stops in two ports (Nassau and Little Stirrup Cay, Bahamas). <br />
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After a long hike at Stone Mountain, it seemed fit to cool off at a local country store. This is where I completed my bucket list item to try a new ice cream flavor.</div>
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Ice cream flavor: Blueberry Cream Pie.</div>
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Today was a good day because <span style="color: orange;">carrot cake.</span></div>
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This is now the second Summer Bucket List item I've done. On the bucket list, my goal was to bake something - and bake something I did! <b>Recipe is attached at the bottom.</b></div>
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If you have never made a carrot cake from scratch I recommend it 100%. They are muy delicioso!</div>
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Celebrating the fourth of July on the fourth of July is way too mainstream for my family. (Interesting fact - we actually had Mexican food on the fourth). So instead, we had the cookout/American food celebration on the fifth. Told you we're cool.</div>
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We were also celebrating the birthday of a good family friend. That's where the cake comes in.</div>
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(the batter was just as good {maybe better} as the cake)</div>
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At this point, your house should smell<i> heavenly.</i></div>
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The oh so fluffy frosting.</div>
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Voila!</div>
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Interested in the recipes I used? Click on these.</div>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.alexandracooks.com/2009/07/09/carrot-cake-carrot-soup-an-anniversary-dinner-at-izza/" target="_blank">Cake</a> <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/cream-cheese-frosting-recipe.html" target="_blank">Frosting</a></span></div>
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I hope you enjoyed the second installment of the Summer Bucket List series. Don't forget to follow the blog and subscribe by email for updates when I post!!<br />
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Sydney.</div>
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First of all, let me put something out there. BOOK PHOTOGRAPHY IS SO DIFFICULT. Because of that, excuse the fact that these pictures aren't exactly works of art. </div>
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I thought it would be fun to show you some of the books I plan to read this summer as a part of my Summer Bucket List series. I've also filmed and uploaded a YouTube video explaining more about these books and why I've chosen them. It'll be linked at the end of this post.</div>
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1. The first books I have are both written by John Green. After reading The Fault in Our Stars, I'm excited to read some of his other books. I've heard great things about Looking for Alaska. Hopefully I will enjoy these books as much as I did TFIOS.</div>
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2. I KNOW I'M CRAZY. I haven't read all of the Harry Potter books. I've already reread books 1 and 2. I'm currently reading the third book and it is SOOOOO GOOD. I'm currently in a big fantasy mood so these are incredible. </div>
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I'm participating in a Harry Potter read-a-long called <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/136533-summerofspells" target="_blank">Summer of Spells</a> through Goodreads. It was created by some awesome YouTubers. If you are interested in reading the books and want in on the discussion, check it out!</div>
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4. Classics always seem to intimidate me, but The Island of Dr. Moreau just seems so interesting. After reading the YA retelling, The Madman's Daughter, I was itching to read the classic. </div>
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The Madman's Daughter is told from the perspective of Dr. Moreau's daughter. Dr. Moreau lives on an island where he genetically modifies animals through a process called vivisection (dissection while the animal is still alive). If you are ever in the mood this summer for a creepily interesting read, definitely check it out!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Today I was enjoying a nice summer getaway to my neighbor's backyard pool. I thought I would show you some pictures just in case you care :)</span><br />
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How has your Valentines Day been so far? Mine has been great. French toast. Green eggs. Blogging. Homework. The usual :)</div>
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We had a ton of snow over the past few days and our school system in NC has been out for three days. Not to mention the weekend. It seems like ages since we've had a full week of school. But there are perks to snow days full of snow. </div>
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