Moments of Musing

Live Alone

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I’ve been pondereding on my time living alone since Tim moved in and I gained a lifelong roommate. I haven’t blogged about it much before for safety concerns. But for the past 8 months I was my own roommate. And was great! Sometimes weird, like I’m-eating-flaming hot Cheetos-for-dinner-because-I-can weird. And at times lonely, but usually only on Sunday evenings when everyone I know is with family. 
Ultimately, it’s an experience I think every 20-something-year-old should have before settling down. I know I’ll never have the opportunity again and I know I’ll miss it at times so I’m glad I was able to do it.

If I had any suggestions, I’d tell you to live alone. Learn to be okay with solitary time. How to keep yourself busy. How your time is best used. Pay your own bills–and on time!– AKA the truest test of adulthood. Figure out how to budget (wisely).  Be responsible for the upkeep of your living environment. Learn to cook, or at least survive. 


Now that that’s over with, I’m looking so forward to this new chapter with Tim. Words can’t express how excited and happy I am to have him with me as opposed to through a computer screen!

We Did It

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 There will be no more foreseeable distance. 
 
Nearly three years, six months, and two weeks ago, Tim and I embarked on the adventure of a lifetime. 
 
We did the unthinkable — deciding to be together while also deciding to be apart because we had our respective dreams and goals. We stumbled along the way but our love never waivered. 

We’ve been long distance the entire time — and 5,000 miles apart for the past three years. 
 
Today, we can say we have succeeded. 
 
Today, after 8 years of active duty service to our country Tim is switching gears, exploring new opportunities while serving in the Reserves. 
 
Words can not describe my pride — both in him for his continued service to our country, and in us and our partnership.

Welcome home *for good* baby! I’m looking forward to the lifetime of adventures that awaits us. 
 

(Don’t mind my blinking … Professional photos to come 😉 )

Nutella Almondmeal

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If you couldn’t already tell, I have fun finding new foods to make with almond meal. 
A few weeks ago I woke up and remembered I had a jar of Nutella in my cabinet. The idea for Nutella Almondmeal was born and I got to cooking my breakfast, which could probably also double as dessert! Unfortunately, I don’t measure ingredients exactly but here’s my recipe:
  1. Almond meal + water+ 2 egg whites + dollop of Nutella mixed in
  2. Cook in a pan for ~5 minutes
  3. Add another dollop of Nutella on top

Other delicious versions are Banana Almondmeal and Strawberries and Banana Almondmeal (pictured below)

Bon Appetit!

School is Cool

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Yes, I’ve said that. And yes, Tim has laughed at me.
For those of my readers still in school, I’ve got to admit I’m slightly jealous. Maybe it’s the nerd in me but I miss academia. Being in school. The learning. The schedule. I miss it so much I’ve thought of getting another degree but no way will I take on additional loans. Then there’s always the possibility of employment in academia. 

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Paleo Pizookie

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Well mostly paleo…

Pizookies (a warm cookie in a pan with ice cream and whipped cream on top) are really popular here in Chicago. Most places have them so I get them more often than ever before. That being said, I had one a few weeks ago and was craving another one night. I decided I would make a healthier version (free hand, no recipe or nada) for myself. Cheaper and healthier! I present to you the Paleo Pizookie:  


Almond meal+2 egg whites+Bittersweet chocolate chips+water -> Stir -> Bake at 350-400 for ~10 minutes (keep an eye on it so doesn’t burn) -> add vanilla ice cream and whipped cream to too and voilá!