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Friday Funny

I tried to catch some fog, but I mist.

Wha'd up?

We've been having some sunny weather lately....not "hot" but at least the sun is shining.

The dogs have certainly been enjoying it.

Also, we've been on a "new plan" for the past month and we have been making spinach egg bakes and turkey bacon. Twin 1 was in charge of making breakfast this week and she did her math incorrectly and ended up making too much Turkey Bacon.....

That's a lot of turkey bacon

With the better weather, we've been trying to get out running at least two days a week.  We haven't been consistent but we'll get there.  We've been running with CF and we've been alternating between close to her house and out by ours.  We're still on the walk 1/run 1 but with consistency comes  moving up the runs.

Proof we went on one run at least....

Also, we finally took out our bikes and went for a ride first thing Sunday morning.  It's was misty and chilly and looked like it could rain any minute but it was nice to finally be out on them.  Last year we did the Kids Ride for Cancer and raised funds for that but this year we opted out.  Maybe we'll do it again next year.

Thursday is ladies night at Brunello so we're trying to get registered for that but registration is Monday's and Twin 2 called Monday morning and they were booked up already so we'll have to call first thing at like 6 am (or whenever the first tee off is), as soon as the club house opens to get in.  We're on a waiting list....whatever that means? lol

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Wha'd up?

Twin 2 is away for work again this time in St. John's.  here are a few pictures for those of us who have never been.

Fog as suspected

Its cleared up.

Sheraton St. John's room.

Also Twin 1 took her friend to a yard sale this past weekend he has been wanting drums FOREVER and we fell upon these for $50!!! they work!  excuse the messy place (its not mine)

Tip Tuesday

FOOD IS FUEL.

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Friday Funny

Wha'd Up?

This past weekend was the Labour Day long weekend.  Twin 2 had some company from PE Island and Twin 1 went down home for the weekend  We'll recap Twin 2's weekend.

Thursday

Both Twin 1 and Twin 2 took the day off as the weather forecast was calling for 30 degree temps and sunny all around.  Twin 1 went over to Twin 2’s and we laid out just for a few hours.  We didn’t want to overdue it being our first time in the sun/heat.  It certainly didn’t look like Mexico but it felt like it.  Thursday evening Twin 2 and her husband went golfing for their first round this summer.  They didn’t realize how bad the bugs were but luckily the person they were paired with gave them a bit of bug spray so they could make it through the night.  Bug spray will be bought for the next round.

Friday

Friday evening Twin 2 had her BFF from college and her two kids come over from PE Island.  They arrived around 7:30 pm so there was a lot of catching up to do as it has been around 8 months since they last seen each other.

Saturday

Twin 2 and Flo took the kids down to Oaklawn Farm Zoo.  We arrived around 12:30 pm and stayed for a few hours.  It was a beautiful day but the wind sure was chilly.  On the way down to the zoo we took Highway 101 and had no problem finding it.  On the way back however, our GPS took us through the back roads of NS and ended up in Chester and onto the 103.  That was quite the adventure.  Once we finally made our way back home we took a trip to Costco and then back home for supper and a fire.  Initially there was a fire ban on for the weekend but on Saturday it was lifted so we could burn between 7 pm and 8 am, which was great because it filled up our evening and entertained the kids.

Sunday

Sunday morning Flo and the kids took off back home and Twin 2 had a little peace and quiet.  Later on in the day Twin 2 and Sista Wi went out for groceries and Twin 2 did some meal prep for herself and Twin 1 (Twin 1 was down home in NH so Twin 2 did the groceries and meals for the week for them both). 

Monday

Monday was a lazy day and even though it was nice out Twin 2 sat and watched Life in Pieces all day on Netflix and cooked a roast. 

All in all, a great weekend.  The weather is finally starting to turn around and spring/summer is in the air!

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We hope everyone is having a great long weekend!

Friday Funny

Costco Finds

Mayonnaise made with Avocado = Tangy!

 

Nut and Seed Butter = YUM!

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Wha'd up?

We got our hair cut this past Saturday.  

We also started running with the Timberlea group again.  They run Monday, Wednesday at 6pm and Saturday at 9am.  We go to the evening ones are we are usually busy on Saturday's.  The pups have come with us to and do a great job of dragging us along.  Anyone can come so feel free.

That is all.

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Friday Funny

Workout Wednesday

We have completed the 12 week On the Regimen program that we had started back in February.  It's a 12 week program that is centered around weight lifting/strength training which we love.  Twin 1 had found the program and instead of doing our Jillian Micheals videos we decided to give it a try.  It is actually our first program we successfully completed so that says something in and of itself right there!  

We basically downloaded the program which gave us some info and laid out all the exercises and how many reps to do on what day, right from Week 1, Day 1 to Week 12, Day 5.  It was a 5 day a week strength program alternating between arms and legs (plus abs/core) every day.  The best part of this was we got to spend some quality twin time with each other (even more so than we did before lol).  We alternated between our two houses depending on what equipment we needed.  The equipment mostly just consisted of some body weight, cable, dumb bells and a few exercises used a barbell but there were alternate exercises suggested if you didn't have said equipment available.  Twin 1 luckily obtained a free weight bench and weights from a friend.  

We took measurements and pictures of ourselves after every 4 weeks to track our progress.  While the overall result wasn't what we were hoping we both feel better after this program and would be one to be repeated.  If we had of added some cardio into the mix the results may have been slightly different but it is what it is and we are okay with that.

If your interested in where we got this program it was from www.ontheregimen.com where you can purchase the programs. 

What season is it?

Here are some pictures from this past weekend walks.  Looks more like fall to us.

 

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Friday Funny

No Bake Engergy Bites

Twin 2 has been making these on a regular basis.  We were both getting packaged ones at the Superstore which ran about $8 for a bag so we thought these would be a cheaper way to go.  And fresher.  The only problem is they are so tasty and it's hard to stop at one or two.

Recipe:

1 cup oats

2/3 cup toasted coconut flakes

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/2 cup ground flax

1/2 cup chocolate chips

1/3 cup honey

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)

Stir ingredients together.

Cover and let chill in fridge for 30 minutes.

Roll in to balls.

Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 1 week.

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Wha'd up Thursday cause we missed yesterday

We missed Wha’d up Wednesday as the days flew by with the long weekend and short week but I’m sure you’re ok with us posting it today.

Here is what’s been going on:

Thursday evening when the long weekend started Twin 1 and her sis and BIL took the pups to Long Lake for a little hike.  We took some trails we’ve never taken but we never got lost.  Win for us!

 

Saturday morning we saw a family of crows at Point Pleasant just  hanging out

 

Sunday Twin 1 made a ham supper for the ones who had no where to go for Easter Dinner.  Twin 2 and her hubby went to his parents but stopped in for some dessert on the way home.

 

Monday morning we were lucky to have it off as well as we know some businesses are open.  Twin 1 and Bil went to Kearny lake and saw this in the woods.  Didn’t get lost here either J

 

That afternoon Twin 1 went out with her sis and BIL and had no intention of buying anything but when there was a deal at Cleaves then why not take part.  She bought these new hiking shoes. 

 

Also if you see this around anywhere BURN IT!!! its tick eggs.

And just because we think this is funny:

 

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Motivational Monday

We hope everyone is enjoying their Easter Monday holiday (those who are fortunate to get it).  We spent the majority of the day watching the Boston Marathon.  It didn't quite motivate us to get out for a run but we plan to start back up soon.

He is Risen

Happy Easter Long Weekend

We hope you all have a great Long Easter Weekend with your family and friends.

This year will be a different Easter for us as we will not be seeing our parents, unless someone unexpectedly makes a quick trip down home.  Do not fear we still have chocolate.