Reading and Eating
Well, reading-wise there’s not much to report. I’m still reading The Running Grave, and it will take me a while. This book is so heavy I just prop it up on two pillows. Normally I don’t read 900 page books, but in this case I’m loving it. It’s so good, I don’t want it to ever end! On the eating front, Pumpkin Palooza continues! Here’s a recent dinner of pumpkin soup, salad, and homemade bread from this recipe. It’s been a while since I’ve made this bread, and I forgot how easy and delicious it is. Last week after my long run, I was craving oatmeal: I cooked it with a scoop of chocolate protein powder and topped it with toasted coconut and sunflower seeds. YUM. On the subject of that long run, after the first 4 mile segment I munched on one of these cookies while taking my daughter to school (and prior to finishing the last 9 miles.) Last month San shared the recipe for Easy Healthy Breakfast Cookies. They were the perfect mid-run fuel. On the subject of cookies! I do believe it’s time for The Perfect Fall Cookie, which Susanne shared last year. I know many people made them, including myself. Just remind me- did anyone tweak the recipe? Did we add more fall spices? I want to make them this weekend! Well, I’m getting ready for my long run tomorrow morning (14 miles!) I have all my gear out, including another breakfast cookie. And ice- I will be bringing lots of ice. Do you have a favorite fall cookie? Do you like oatmeal? What’s your favorite oatmeal topping/mix in?- I love oatmeal!