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How are you doing today?  Well we made it, we’re here, we’re all in one piece, and spent our first full day on vacay catching up on some sleep and laying low since we missed out on one whole night’s sleep due to the cruel trick that is a red eye flight!  Does anyone actually like them?  With the frigid temp they seem to keep the aircraft cabin to the drink cart knocking into you, to those obnoxious loud talker types at 3am, not to mention an needy toddler on the verge of a sleep-deprived meltdownthere’s really no way to get sleepSo when you do have to red eye, what do you do?  Load up on Starbucks?  I know that Venti Gingerbread Soy Latte went down sooo easily!  Yummy Necessity, and I did skip the whip and it still rocked!

Holiday Beverages

I am really glad you enjoyed Veggie Girls’ Guest Post on my blog!  There’s lots more where that came from!  Thanks to all my blogging friends who so graciously offered up guest postsyou know how much I appreciate it and love you ladies!!! 

As is my Weekly Tradition of doing recaps and highlights, here goes this week’s Highlight Reel.  In case you missed Last Week’s Recap Post with all the recipes neatly tucked in one handy place, check out this post.

Onto this week…
Sunday I unveiled my Raw Vegan Gingerbread Cookies & Cookie Dough Balls recipe

Raw Vegan Gingerbread Cookies in clear container separated by parchment paper
Underside of Raw Vegan Gingerbread Cookies
Raw Vegan Gingerbread Cookie Dough Balls

Monday I reviewed some bars

Hand holding a pro bar

And bought some Clothes

Shirt saying do you practice?

 

Tie-dyed Yoga Pants

And ate a Kale Salad with “Cesar” Inspired Vegan Tahini Dressing

Kale Salad with "Cesar" Inspired Vegan Tahini Dressing
 
Close up of Kale Salad with "Cesar" Inspired Vegan Tahini Dressing


 And Made Guiltless and Fast Vegan Vanilla Hot Cocoa

Guiltless and Fast Vegan Vanilla Hot Cocoa in mug overhead

Tuesday I Announced Give Away Winners
Kay’s Naturals

 

  and Amazing Grass

Tuesday I got my Hair Done

Woman showing off new hair

Did Some Product Reviewing

 
Kettle Corn Pro Bar out of packaging

 

Split and stacked pro bar

And Ate Veggies with my Homemade Vegan Slaw Dressing

Veggies with Homemade Vegan Slaw Dressing
Close up of Veggies with Homemade Vegan Slaw Dressing

Wednesday I made Raw Vegan Sugar Cookie Dough Balls

Raw Vegan Sugar Cookie Dough Balls

 

Close up of Raw Vegan Sugar Cookie Dough Balls

Thursday I did Product Reviews

 
Protein+ Cookie Bites Bag

110 Calories Per Serving.  That’s what a serving looks like.

Hand holding package of Cookie Bites
Xocai products on countertop
 Xocai X3 drink
Amaing Greens Kids Superfood in Wild Berry Flavors

Nibbled on Some Kale & Veggies with Vegan Slaw Dressing

Kale & Veggies with Vegan Slaw Dressing
 Close up of Kale & Veggies with Vegan Slaw Dressing

And made a Green Salad with my Holiday Spice Orange Vinaigrette

Green Salad with Holiday Spice Orange Vinaigrette on white plate
Close up of Green Salad with Holiday Spice Orange Vinaigrette

Made Raw Vegan Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding

Raw Vegan Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding in green bowl

Combined it with Raw Vegan Chocolate Coconut Snowballs

Raw Vegan Chocolate Coconut Snowballs over Chia Seed Pudding in bowl

And Ate a Balls Trifecta

Three different Cookie Dough Balls on plate

On the left: there’s a Raw Vegan Sugar Cookie Dough Ball
Center:  a Raw Vegan Dark Chocolate Fudge Ball
On the right: a Raw Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ball

Close up of Cookie Dough Balls on Plate

And a Raw Vegan Gingerbread Cookie Dough ball.

Raw Vegan Gingerbread Cookie Dough Balls
 

And Announced my Trip and some New Year’s Intentions

And I was Nominated for 3 Awards in the  Best of Raw Awards!

I asked for your vote and support in these 3 categories:
1. Sexiext Raw Vegan Woman of 2009Averie from Love Veggies and Yoga
2. Favorite Raw Blog of 2009: Love Veggies and Yoga
3. Favorite Raw Vegan Website: Love Veggies and Yoga

Friday Veggie Girl’s Guest Post: Back to My Roots went up

Woman wearing all black with arms crossed

Sweet Potato in bowl
Friday I also found out I my High Raw All Vegan Gingerbread Cookie Dough Balls were Featured on the Crazy Sexy Life Weekly Tune-Up Newsletter

Are You Signed Up Yet for the Crazy Sexy Life Newsletters and Tune-Ups?

Yoga Today is Parivrtta Parsvakonasana (Revolved Side Angle Pose).  If you need to take a modification of this because you cannot get your right arm all the way to the floor when you cross it over to the outside of your left leg (or vice versa on the other side), then just do a revolved prayer as deeply as you can, knowing dropping the hand to the floor is the full extent of the asana (pose).

Woman doing Parivrtta Parsvakonasana yoga pose
 
Side view of woman doing Parivrtta Parsvakonasana yoga pose

Tip of the Day:  The CSL Newsletter, Chock Full of Great Info!

What’s your take on Christmas or Holiday music?  Part of me hates it, but part of me kinda loves it.  Sometimes both!  Skylar loves it but it can get a little annoying and overplayed.  One of those gotta be in the mood for it things, I guess.  And then the songs get stuck in your head!  Oh well, it’s kinda fun, I guess.  Or, what do you think of Christmas music?

Next question….when you’re on vacation are you the type who can never sit still and feel like you have to take in all 6787689 tourist activities and sightseeing excursions OR do you just say, whatever happens, happens?  And maybe I’ll get to that “amazing thing I have to see” but maybe not.  I’m definitely of the Whatever Happens, Happens mentality.  No point in stressing out over directions, waiting in line, fighting crowds for a view, or pushing my luck with Skylar’s attention span.   Do you do the tourist things or do you skip things if takes too much effort?


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  1. Okay, your vegan slaw dressing recipe has converted me to a serious fan of the greenery. I can't stop eating it! Love your blog.

  2. Averie, how GORGEOUS is Aruba!?!?! My boss is flying there tomorrow, actually!

    I cannot get over the sand, sun, beautiful fam pics, the joy of your posts! I also can't get over those food prices, but I won't go there.

    I hope you're having the most amazing time ever. You more than deserve it! xoxoxoxoxxo

  3. Voted!

    What interesting finds! I'm especially into those breads and nut "pastes"… mmm.

    Thanks again for letting me know about my site. I think I fixed the problem, but let me know if it's still not working for you. Thanks A!

  4. I remember trying to navigate the grocery stores in Negril- it was a tough situation,let alone knowing how much everything was! But it looks like you're doing a fine job.

    Lady! You look awesome in that bikini. I bet if people all over the world had your abs, everyone would be walking around in a bikini. :)

    Like you I'm also a mixed bag, I love experiencing all new flavors and different cuisines, but I have to have some of my own stuff too. I'll stay sane that way- that's why we crazies always pack well, right?!

  5. Oh – I must have missed you going to Aruba!! So jealous – looks amazing girl!! Great post (as usual!)…I hope your not baking down there haha :).
    Question about your yoga? Is that your maind exercise method or do you do other 'activities' as well (structured?). Cheers girl :)

  6. Never be ashamed of your hot-mama bikini bod!

    Oh, the Dark Sumatra at TJ's is my favorite coffee too! Unfortunately we don't have one where I live, so whenever I drive down to Phoenix I make an EPIC TJ's run (pb, almond butter, coffee, etc.). Wish i could get down there more often, been out of the coffee for a while now.

  7. Absolutely gorgeous pictures Averie!! The ocean looks nice, too. ;) no seriously though, you look fantastic in a bikini…even if you hadn't had a child you'd look amazing so add that on top of everything and whoa mama!! I'm glad you got to relax at least long enough to snap the picture. :)

    I'm glad you're having fun!

  8. Ooooo delish!! All the food there looks so good!

    I hope you are enjoying your time away! I love trying new grocery stores on vacation!

    Love you!

  9. Hey, you gorgeous mama!
    That was incredible fun…I LOVE looking at other country's grocery stores…they always seem to have so much more fun stuff!

  10. Wow that looks like such an awesome vacation! I'd love to be lounging by the pool but it's in the 20s and 30s :P lol. When traveling I always make sure I have some of my favorites: Larabars, nuts/seeds, instant oatmeal packets (just add hot water that has run through the coffee pot if the hotel supplies it), and then will buy things like bagged carrots, apples, and fruits and veggies that will last. And I usually bring single servings of Amazing Grass to get some more veggies in :)
    Have a great vacay!

  11. OH MY GOSH this post is such a TEASEEE! i wana be there!! wow, i love your daughters one strap bathing suit too!! and the grocery shopping! I LOVE looking at new/foreign foods! girl-you look so good in a bikini..hope that doesnt sound weird but FOR REAL i hope i look like that when im a momma! own it!!

  12. wow, that beach looks amazing. Makes me want to jump in and do some snorkeling!

    Really cool and interesting pics and info about the grocery store! Makes sense that all the imported items are way pricier. When i travel I like to stick with local foods. Why buy stuff I can get at home? I like to try new things! Although it is nice they have some necessities available. Like almond butter!=) I was really into that Museli bread. Looks fabulous. Thanks for sharing everything!! Looks so wonderful. Ive been on a kale kick too. Such a staple!

    By the way, you look super gorgeous in those pics! Keep on rockin, you are one sexy mama! =)

  13. I loooove going to foreign grocery stores and scoping out all the local products and outrageous prices on the important goods ;) I try to go with the flow when traveling. Like you, I have a ton of food intolerances too. So I can only go with the flow to an extent – otherwise my tummy will pay!! So I alwaysalways make sure I have some back up food on hand. Cause going hungry ain't an option! :P

  14. Holy mother of pearl! Tiramisu babies?! Whoa I missed Katie's guest post. And you look fabulous and your vacay sounds awesome! You are radiating in your pictures and I can't help but smile. I hope you enjoy your trip to the max. I know you will. Lounging poolside is the life isn't it ;) That grocery store looks AMAZING by the way – I love mueslibread :D

    XOXOXO

    p.s. you and I are both sun goddesses right now ;)

  15. bom chica ow owwwww.. hot mamii! and skylar looks like such a precious little sun child :)

    Aruba sounds like a total culture shock. No coffee 'til 7? no groceries after 5? a yi yi!

    usually all of my vacay locales are islands and beaches.. so as far as the dress code, bathing suits all day every day. I love :)

    hugs and kisses, angelface! xo

  16. What a cute bikini!

    Thanks for featuring me on the blog :D I bought some more dates and cashews today; I can't wait to make some more dough!

    I usually bring a few bars when I travel for emergencies, but I try my best to embrace local culture and eating habits, and when I do, I get so much out of my trip! Also, I think it is so much fun to hit up the duty free in airports for foodie gifts. Lame, I know, but I can't help it :P

  17. You have nothing to worry about, sweetie. You look fabulous in a bikini! Go gurl!

    Love traveling and exploring the food and culture (including strange store hours). Enjoy =)

  18. I always loved grocery shopping in other countries before I became a blogger so, I think if I went now, it would take me the entire day to get through the store! That's crazy that their stores aren't open that often!! That bread has me drooling!!

    Enjoy plenty o' sun for me :)