After my string of night shifts, I simply wanted to sleep and veg out all day. So that’s what I did. I didn’t leave the apartment. I didn’t even change out of my pajamas. Normally I feel at least a little bit of pressure to work out, especially since I’m supposedly “training” for a triathlon. But I didn’t. It’s rare that I don’t have feelings of guilt for being a sloth – which is something I’m always working on. I am a firm believer that guilt is a pointless emotion. Being healthy means being… Read more >
Elise
June 30, 2011
brussels sprouts, carob chips, oatmeal, peanut flour, quinoa, seitan, squash
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Elise 1. Night shift 1. Monday’s night shift was fine. But last night’s had a few hiccups. It started off well enough (same patients, same routine) but after my lunch sleeping break at 3 am, I got busy. Downside: One of my patients decided to stop breathing (which is never good). Upside: The hours between 3 and 6 am FLEW by. Leading up to work I had a nice day. After biking back from work, I showered and crawled into bed, where I promptly dozed off for a solid four hours. When I woke… Read more >
Elise
June 29, 2011
Alvarado Street bread, big salad, hummus, larabar, oatmeal, sabra, tropical traditionswork meals
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Before I post about my last day in Paris, I wanted to take a brief moment to share all the research I did prior to visiting this gorgeous city. Paris, oh Paris, where to begin. With your ham and cheese filled cuisine and head-strong chefs, it’s no wonder vegans find themselves in deep water when dining in your fair city. There are a few exceptions though…you just have to do your research. [And be with fellow travelers that are ok with doing the veggie thing] While I personally didn’t go out of my way to… Read more >
Elise
June 29, 2011
Uncategorizedparis, restaurant review
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The above line is from a poem written by my adorable husband. I may have to show it to you later. :) Since I am on night shift this week, I slept in ‘til noon, enjoyed a late breakfaat, and watched tv until 5:00 rolled around. Part one of my breakfast brunch was a nectarine. It was another watery not-so-sweet piece of fruit. Dude. I am so bummed about these lame nectarines. From now on I’m buying stone fruit at the farmer’s market ONLY. The second part of meal number one was coconut oats topped… Read more >
Elise
June 28, 2011
"egg" salad, big salad, coconut, hummus, nutbutter, oatmeal, tofu salad, tropical traditionswork meals
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No matter how much I shake the almond or soy milk, the last cup of the carton is always SO MUCH BETTER than the rest. I love the thick sediment that’s left at the end. If only there were a way to make it all like that!? Anyone else a fan of the nondairy milk dregs? In case you weren’t aware, I’m a vanilla whore. I usually buy the unsweetened or plain soymilk/almond milk and just add that and NuNaturals vanilla stevia to my coffee. Lately, though, I’ve been in a mayj vanilla phase,… Read more >
Elise
June 28, 2011
big salad, chia seeds, nutbutter, nutmilk, nuts, oatmeal, seitan, tropical traditions
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