Wednesday, July 20, 2011

WIAW special edition

G’day there! Well, we made it. We’re settled into our next house sitting job. Luckily its just down the road. Sadie has new friends yet again. She’s adjusting. I like to think we’re making her more social, right? haha.

Anyway, today's WIAW has a little bonus. I think you’ll like it too. It’s another version of WIAW and I am STOKED! But first, lets get started with the food. Thanks to Jen, we’re all able to drool on our computers today. Winking smile

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 Rudi’s GF toast with Cashew butter, greek yogurt, honey, fig, and big ol’ pear!
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Need I say more with this drink? LUV!
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Lunch- Green bean and falafel salad with chicken.
Oh and we can’t forget toast and VEGEMITE!
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And not soon after that I enjoyed some Twin Cakes Vanilla Cashew biscotti with a cuppa tea.
 The Twins are so amazing in the kitchen. You gotta check out their bakery items. YUM!
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Another great snack bar from our local friends here in Austin.
Katie from Thunderbird Energetica sent us some great flavors. These bare are GF and Vegan.
Cocoa Hemp Walnut is my favorite.
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Ahh dinner, another scrappy dish that turned out pretty tasty!

I call these my pizza tostadas.

2 corn tortillas held together with melted cheese (daiya works great),
then topped with zucchini, chicken sausage, pepper, and goat cheese.
Bake in oven for 10-15 minutes.
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Okay and here’s another fun twist on WIAW.
Remember that awesome auction I was talking about? Well, its coming up!!

What I’m Auctioning Wednesday

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I wanted to let you know some fun item being auctioned. Including HEALTHY BITES!!
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And the hubs is auctioning off 3 of these Kswiss visors and a few Kswiss water bottles. Oh ya!
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Check out THESE AUCTION ITEMS! I think I might just have to do my Christmas shopping 5 months early! All these products sounds great and our fellow bloggers are so talented.

I am still just so amazed by this blogging community. It’s a JOY to see these men/women who are there for each other (through the good and the bad).


Are you auctioning anything? If so, let us know! If not, see anything that tickles your fancy?
Hope so!

Cheers,
LC

119 comments:

Maryea {Happy Healthy Mama} said...

Happy Hump Day, Lindsay! :-)  Hope you have a great day.  

Lindsay said...

Oh man I want so much of that stuff! To name one, the Miz Fit training workout cards would be awesome!

Faye said...

Those pizza tostadas look real good! Never thought of melting tortillas together!

Matt @ The Athlete's Plate said...

Mmmm cashew butter...

Tri-Living...Together said...

I am always amazed at your food creations.. Amazing talent you have! Someone needs to pick you up for a book or show!

Pure2raw Twins said...

Pizza tostadas look amazing! And yay for blogging community coming together for this great cause! We are giving some of our favorite twin cakes bakery items! So many great things to choose from, everyone is donating such amazing things!!! 

LivelyKitchen said...

Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Mmmmm - tostadas.....

Sabrina @ Radioactive Runner said...

I completely agree with you about the blogging community.. it's just awesome.
Thanks for linking Susan's page.. I had no idea and hasdn't seen it before. You are great for contributing to the auction :)

PS: That piece of toast with the fig looks sooo good!

Sam said...

those little pizzas sound so delicious and so easy!! putting them on my list for an easy dinner night (which i need 90% of the time!). thanks for sharing :)

Jayme @ Runner-n-Spice said...

I'm not auctioning anything (I don't think I have anything very auctionable / would garner much $$ lol!!) but....I'm looking forward to bidding on other people's items! 

Enjoy house sitting Lindsay!

Jen said...

i can't believe i haven't tried cashew butter. looks fabulous! i stocked up on kombucha yesterday too and had one as my "cocktail" last night after a super sweaty yoga class. perfection! have a wonderful day.

jobo said...

Love the items you are auctioning!! Might have to bid ;-) And seriously, want to eat all of your WIAW meals! They look so good and interesting combos. Thought of you this AM when I made some eggs with kale. SO GOOD! :)

lindsay cotter said...

If you bid and win, I'll make extra for you and M. hehe! I also love that you
are a kale lover now!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

Jen, do I need to send you some cashew butter? Really, its amazing. and its also
good to use in stir frys!

Kombucha cocktails post yoga ....perfection.
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lindsay cotter said...

Did you see all the cool items? Gosh, I wish I could be on everything! Maybe you
can auction off your green monster recipe, hehe!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh my gosh, they were SUPER easy and really good! let me know if you
  try them!
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lindsay cotter said...

oh I know you can appreciate this Sabrina. And thank you for reading up on it! I
hope we can pull in some great support here!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

cheers to that! Be safe on the road.
 
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lindsay cotter said...

Oh awesome! those twin cakes bakery items will be a hit. Such a great event! I
hope susan is feeling this love and relief!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh you are too kind Nora. I really want to make a GF cookbook for triathletes.
My hubs is begging me too. Hmmm, when I have time??

:)

You ready to race?? Yes you ARE!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

i know, its even better melted. mmmm. Hey hows work?
 
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Jess said...

Um, totally bidding on the healthy bites when the auction starts!! ANNNND I'm officially requesting those pizza tostadas next time I visit Austin ;-) 

lindsay cotter said...

oh I want those too! Gosh, I want everything! Better budget this week, right?
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lindsay cotter said...

oh indeed! happy hump day mrs mama to be!
 
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Casey said...

I saw those Thunderbird Energetica Bars for the first time just the other day. If you approve, perhaps I shall grab one. :)

lindsay cotter said...

it makes them even thicker with crispy edges. GOOD STUFF FAYE!
 
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Michelle @ The Cooking Life said...

must. try. pizza. tostadas. NOW! :)

Abby said...

Are pizza tostadas an acceptable mid-morning snack? because i want them RIGHT NOW.

Heather @ Where's the Beach said...

MMM pizza ;-) Those energy bars look good. I was planning on auctioning doggy treats, but since I've been out of town, not sure if I can get the pictures and such in on time :-(

Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen said...

OK, so much to say...let's see. I LOVE that you first smushed cheese in between the tortillas. It's like a Mexican stuffed crust pizza! :) Also, please tell me about Vegemite. I love yeasty flavors (I've decided that "umami" is my new favorite taste), but I'm hesitant! Should I suck it up and buy some?

lindsay cotter said...

i have a feeling you will love vegemite. REally! I'll make you a deal. If you
don't like it, I'll buy it from u. K?
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Holly said...

I've never heard of vegemite! What is that?
LOVE your pizza tostadas! How creative :)
I CANNOT wait for the auction!! So awesome that the blog community is coming together for such an awesome cause!!!

lindsay cotter said...

I'd bring you some right now if I could. Perfect for breakfast!!
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Kristina @ spabettie said...

oooh, I have to bid on these!! I really really want to try them :)  this is already such an epic event and it has not even happened yet!! :) 

YUM tostadas, I'll take those for breakfast right now!  Basil just barked - he must be saying hello to you guys! XO

lindsay cotter said...

oh I'm sure you can still get it to them. I hope so! your dog treats would be a
HIT!!
 
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Jenny Mendez said...

I want those pizza tostadas!

Christine said...

Haha, you're kidding with the Vegemite!!! I always thought that stuff was a joke, actually, until Hannah informed me that it's actually quite popular down under. Do you have to special order it?

Julia said...

okay. so the pizza creation looks absolutely amazing. you are AWESOME at throwing things together...they always come out looking so colorful, healthy and yummy! thanks for sharing :) Also...thanks for the reminder about the auction...I want to be sure to remember to check it out on monday :) have a wonderful day!

Rachelle Wardle said...

Lindsey that Pizza looks so delicious!  You are seriously such a talented and creative cook.  I am totally bidding on your healthy bites!  Heck I might give away my dog for some. :)

Shelby said...

Pizza tostadas!!!  I'm stealing this idea great thinking and looks so delic!

Dorry said...

Billy would be such a fan of those pizza tostadas! And I'd go for some healthy bites. Who knows, maybe I'll bid on them! It's inspiring to see so many people coming together for Susan.

Holly said...

There are tons of things I want to bid on -- I had no idea the list had gotten that long! I think you should add a jar of Vegemite to your  auction items!

I think your pizza looks so good -- and good idea with the tortillas! 

Gen said...

All of your food looks amazing! Especially those mini pizzas! :D

Chrysta said...

omg..those pizza tosadas look amazing!! wowza! The auction is such a cool ide.a I havent heard of it until now. Will have to check it out..thanks for the heads up!

lindsay cotter said...

I totally thought of billy with the pizza tostada. And you'd love the thunderbird bars! I should send you some.
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klh said...

Hope you are enjoying your new digs for the time being!  I just looked at the auction page...WOW!!  People are amazing!  Happy Wednesday to you my dear!

Katie : )

MiDLiFe CrUiSeR said...

You know, I like the house sitting idea! It would be nice sometimes to get out if this tin can & have some S P A C E ! How do you find these gigs? And, don't you miss having all your cooking stuff around you?

Tina Reale said...

You are doing such awesome auction items! So excited for that coming up on Monday! :) 

Kris | iheartwellness.com said...

Your eats look fab girl!!  I could come over and eat them now :)   What a GREAT auction!!  You are doing great things my love :)

xxoo

lindsay cotter said...

i know, I think I could buy all my christmas presents from all these awesome
bloggers!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

yes, did you see all the cool gear. Oh and that dehydrator? Oh my. Hope the job
hunt is going well!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

definitely the highlight of my week with meals. How's the traveling?
 
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lindsay cotter said...

thats a brilliant idea! But I wonder if anyone would bid on vegemite. Maybe an
australian blogger!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

steal away! go for it and let me know how they turn out.
;)
 
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lindsay cotter said...

haha, don't give away your dog. He'd miss you! But I sure hope you get some
healthy Bites. I'd love to send them to you! maybe I could HAND deliver.

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lindsay cotter said...

thank Julia, i think it will be an exciting auction. Don't you just love all the
talented bloggers? WOW! And if I lived in utah, I'd share my pizza with you.
 
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lindsay cotter said...

um, not kidding. My Kiwi husband eats it by the spoonful!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

open wide! I'll throw them over to FL.
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lindsay cotter said...

haha, Hi basil!!!! He remembers us?! hehe. And I can't wait for monday, its
so gonna be a hit!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh vegemite!  Its a new zealand/australian things. Yeast concentrate. VERYSTRONG
stuff. took me 3 years to like it. haha.
 
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lindsay cotter said...

yes, try the cherry one. Its good! Let me know your thoughts!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

you got it jess! and I hope you win the healthy bites. Or jolene. One of you!
Boston needs some bite love, right?

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lindsay cotter said...

I really am amazed at all these "martha stewart" bloggers and auction items.
Just wish I had unlimited funds to shop! haha.

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lindsay cotter said...

oh you so need to get some space! Go to all the rich neighborhoods and act like
your a professional house sitter and all. hehe.
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh some day I hope we do get to share dinner, cause I want to try your GF
cookies for dessert!
 
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MiDLiFe CrUiSeR said...

Oh sure and I'll park the RV in their driveway, & put out my tacky lights & pink flamingo ;P So do you just house sit for people you know, or for a service? It really is a brilliant idea!

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Jenn @ Peas and Crayons said...

I can't wait for the auction! SUCH a good cause!

lindsay cotter said...

you got that right my little almond joy!
 
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Allie said...

Yuuuum! I want to try daiya so bad!

Blonde Ponytail said...

Always deliciousness here!  Wait, house sitting?  I need to catch up.  Did I miss something??

lindsay cotter said...

oh its so good! a must try for vegans too!
 
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kalli said...

i want you to feed me for one day.  i drool over your food girl!  yum!  i do not have facebook though i can't seem to check out your healthy bites without it?  not sure....help!

Bonnie said...

Way to go with the auction, you guys! I'm not donating anything - we're traveling at that time and can't commit to anything, but it's so exciting to see people coming together for Susan! :D Love the K-Swiss visors too - they'd be great for my dreads! Maybe I can bid...have to talk to the husband. And those corn tortilla creations look great - I love those tortillas!

Missy said...

Um ...you're an angel. Well done good and faithful one, WELL DONE.

Tessa@AmazingAsset said...

You are such a wonderful person for the the auction, nice job with it :) And I swoon from your food pics, except for that Kombucha... yuck ;-)

lindsay cotter said...

oh not, not my beloved kombucha. haha. I'll have to have you try my homemade
brew some day.
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lindsay cotter said...

i hope you at least to get to check out the goodies. Its fun to see all the
amazing blogger creations. WOW! and safe travels you two.
 
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lindsay cotter said...

fly me out, now! I'll cook for rent. k?

And for the healthy bites, I'll send you my flyer and and this months flavor of
the month info. 
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Erin @ Until You Tri said...

Eww vegemite:P that's the one australian thing I was not really able to get on board with. The rest of your food, on the other hand, looks amazing. I saw figs at the market erebon Saturday an thought of you!:)

lindsay cotter said...

oh yea, just call me figgy. hehe. and it took me 3 years to finally like
vegemite. Now i'm hooked, weird I know.
 
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tea-bag said...

delicious eats, big heart, and cute to boot - you're da bomb!

lindsay cotter said...

well youre dabomb.com! haha, just had to.
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Sara Stewart said...

I'm loving your cashew butter, greek yogurt, honey and fig combo! And the corn tortilla pizzas look delish. I'll definitely be giving both a try once I'm home!

Horray for Healthy Bites making an appearance at The Great Fundraising Act! I'm so excited about this auction--couldn't agree more about the genuine love and concern bloggers and readers have for one another. :)

Happy Wednesday, Lindsay!

Liz @ Iheartvegetables said...

I need to try the orange Kombucha flavor. (I never remember the names, I just go by color) I LOVE The pink one. Not a big fan of the green one. 

Happy WIAW!

chuck feerick said...

Hey Lindsay!  Do you use the real, full fat greek yogurt like you've mentioned in the past?  What kind do you use and whats the flavor like in comparison to nonfat or 2%?  Thanks : )

Ellie@fitforthesoul said...

ohhh great stuff Lindsay! And you and your hubby are so sweeet! I'm gonna try and peruse through the options later. 

Lindsey @ Yogi Bear said...

I'm loving your WIAW, everything looks delish!! 

lindsay cotter said...

thanks linds. Very delicous. Now I just need to eat this well everyday, haha.
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh please do, such cool items! i'm thinking christmas in july!!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

oh the green is not my faovorite either. The orange is gingerade. It really
helps settle my stomach in this heat! and trilogy is my favorite!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

yes, its gonna be a great auction! and i can't wait to see all the fun bids!!

p.s.
Try out macadamian nut butter when youre in hawaii. WOW< its like crack.
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lindsay cotter said...

i do! I like to use th fage brand or the voskos brand. VERY creamy and lower in
sugar. A little goes a long way. I mix in a lot fo things. And its easier on my
stomach. But thats just my opinion.
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Madeline said...

I was scanning through the list yesterday- AMAZING! I'm donating a few pairs of Smartwool socks. If other people are as obsessed with them as I am, I'm hoping it will be a good item!

lindsay cotter said...

oh girl, I saw those and I am bidding!! My favorite pair of sox ever!

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Liz said...

Mmm, I'd love to grab some of your healthy bites through the auction!  I'm definitely going to check it out. 

lindsay cotter said...

awesome! thanks Liz! You should have auctioned some of your amazing eats!! I
would have bid on all of them, hehe.
 
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Carrie said...

YAY I CAN COMMENT!! WAHH SO EXCITED ur auctioning ur healthy bites!!

lindsay cotter said...

yay, you can!! so good to hear from you sweet carrie.
 
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k said...

quite fancying one of those bars I have to say... extremely handy for all of my current- extremely unsettling (but should be exciting right? who knows who I'll meet/ what I'll see)- constant flitting around. Hmm

Ashley @ the fit academic said...

I've definitely done pizzas on corn tortillas before - love it!

Stephanie said...

Can I just say that I *wish* they sold Healthy Bites at the Houston airport? Something tells me after an all-night flight, I *might* just be willing to kill for them... or just buy them. :)

lindsay cotter said...

haha, maybe the tortillas pizza is a TX girl thang.
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kristi (Sweet Cheeks) said...

I checked out those bars. They sound good! I've been on the bar hunt, stocking up for college this Fall. I have a feeling I'll be living off of them for a while haha. 

lindsay cotter said...

Oh K, i hope it gets easier to settle in and meet new friends. Maybe I should
send you some of these bars, right?
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lindsay cotter said...

haha, you just might be. But at least you know which ones are the healthiest! so
excited for your Christi. COLLEGE BOUND!
 
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Jenny Orcutt said...

the hubs is taking part in the auction? **gush**. What a guy! Perhaps I can convince Gingie to auction off some locks of his precious hair ;) Kidding! Seriously though, I'm so in awe of you and James' generosity!! love you guys! 

lindsay cotter said...

oh I would bid on Gingie's hair. Locks of LUV baby. hehe.

hope work was fun for you today!
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Jenny Houlahan said...

For some reason I can't remember whether I've commented on this post yet! The heat is getting to me ;) I love LOVE the look of those pizza tostadas. Mmm mmm!

Your culinary creativity is always an inspiration to me! :)

Jess said...

I love the huge auction--such an amazing idea for an amazing, strong woman!!

loved your WIAW--dinner looks amazing :D 

Melissa @ primal bliss said...

I'll take the healthy bites! I love the idea of the auction - i just read about her and I think it's a phenomenal idea! 

So..... thanks for getting me HOOKED ON KOMBUCHA. Seriously I have been having at least 1/ day the last 2 weeks and i love it so much. The Whole foods on my street has it on TAP - how dangerous! :p But it's really starting to hurt my wallet though so I have to figure out a solution. Even by the case , NYC is too expensive. 

Melissa simson said...

PS - whats vegemite?!

lindsay cotter said...

oh girl, I hear ya. I just stocked up on GT here because it was $2.25 a pop.
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lindsay cotter said...

here ya go. Vegemite heaven!
http://www.kraftbrands.com/kraftvegemite/Pages/default.aspx
 
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lindsay cotter said...

susan is such a strong woman. Amazed by her heart!
 
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lindsay cotter said...

haha, I can't remember either but I love hearing from you. I adored your running
post today!!

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Lisakthrives said...

Oh.....the auction!  I'll be traveling so I can't participate very well, but I did go look at the stuff. 
The healthy bites look pretty darn good :)

...actually, all of your food looks yummy!

lindsay cotter said...

are you back home yet? Hope you had a FABULOUS TIME!
 
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Susan said...

Xoxoxoxoxo times a million gajillion. Pretty sure the love and support of bloggers will be a big part of how I'm able to kick this cancer's butt. Words really can't describe how thankful I am for everyone's help! Can't wait till the day I'm declared in remission and can say it's in part to everyone who's participating :)

P.S. Vegemite on toast is the best!

lindsay cotter said...

and youre gonna kick cancers butt and then some. I just know it susan! Youre
freakin strong! We got this!

p.s.
vegemite cures, want me to send you some? hehe.

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