Equal time for kitties

[missdiane]

Another sweet video - chef Bobby Flay and his kitty Nacho Flay

Watch on YouTube

Wouldn't have pegged him as a cat dude but you can't always tell!

As far as a me update, still hitting the gym with Emily. Hoping sometime that I'll have less random soreness on and off through the day but doing well otherwise. I must have pretty strong biceps since I had to up the weight pulldown machine to 60 pounds to feel adequate resistance around the 10 count mark. However other muscles need more work and I've been able to identify those (triceps, core, glutes, quads) so I can work on them. I've also done a mile each time I do the treadmill the last few days which is good. Still keeping an eye out for a convenient yoga class to get good stretching in but I should try to fit in some yoga stretches at home. 

I made some strawberry lemon freezer jam today - my first attempt at freezer jam that I can recall. It didn't firm up as much as I'd hoped but the taste is amazing so I won't fret about it being a bit thin. It'll still taste awesome on toast. 

Starting next Sunday I'm doing a vegetarian challenge to focus on the eating again and enjoy fresh summer produce. I'll make a post soon on the LJ Healthystart community if anyone wants to join in. It's vegetarian rather than vegan so eggs and dairy are permitted (though check those cheeses!)

Hope everyone is doing well *huggles*

Comments

[veganhothead.livejournal.com]

Well, look at you go! And that freezer jam sounds yummers!

[missdiane.livejournal.com]

It was so stupidly easy to make. I think next time I'll either use an extra SureJell or will use less berries/lemon juice.
http://www.birdsandblooms.com/blog/strawberry-lemonade-freezer-jam/

[veganhothead.livejournal.com]

That looks really good! Would it work with raspberries? We have those in the yard.

[missdiane.livejournal.com]

Raspberry lemon would be nummy! I'd love the flavor but I can't deal with raspberry seeds.

[plant-lady60.livejournal.com]

I try not to miss CBS News Sunday Morning, but I have missed this one, apparently. I'd not have pegged Bobby Flay as a cat person, either. I love his cat and his story. I could have never gone without a cat as long as he did!

Keep up the good work on the YOU front. I'm rooting for you!

[missdiane.livejournal.com]

Thanks!

I didn't grow up with pets but now that I have my two little boogers that I've had for a little over four years, it's hard to imagine life without them - even when they drive me nuts lol

[a-phoenixdragon.livejournal.com]

Ohhh, that sounds so good!! Hope it tastes as good as it sounds!!

Rock on, bb!! You're awesome!

*HUGS*

[missdiane.livejournal.com]

Check this - it's this simple
http://www.birdsandblooms.com/blog/strawberry-lemonade-freezer-jam/

I think I may have had too many strawberries or too much lemon juice. I measured out two cups of berries that I had pre-crushed. The flavor is fantastic, though. Can't imagine why they don't sell this flavor jam in the store since strawberry lemonade is so good.