50 Things That Make Me Happy

Hello friends!

I've been challenged by Monica at A Coordinated Life to make a list of 50 Things That Make Me Happy.

Challenge accepted!

Here are my 50 Things!

1. Family
2. Husband - he is amazing!
3. My boys
4. Cats
5. Pumpkin
6. Halloween
7. Chocolate
8. Friends
9. Blender - I love smoothies/smoothie bowls
10. Garage gym
11. CrossFit - I have a love/hate relationship with burpees
12. Japanese food
13. Home
14. Firestick
15. Blankets - my husband freezes the house
16. Cupcakes
17. Okinawa
18. Investigation Discovery - hehe
19. Special Needs Tribe
20. Netflix
21. Food Channel - I love Halloween/Cupcake Wars
22. Naps
23. Couch
24. Target
25. Coffee
26. Car
27. Yoga pants
28. Leggings
29. Fireplace
30. DVR
31. Cuddling
32. Italian food
33. Flannel
34. Tattoos
35. Printer
36. iMac - I know, dumb
37. Pillows
38. Cardigans
39. Fuzzy socks
40. Earl Grey tea
41. Pancakes
42. Short hair
43. Makeup
44. Blogging
45. Blogging friends
46. Pinterest
47. Presets - make my photos look pretty on Instagram
48. Big shirts
49. Chuck Taylors
50. Ergo Baby carrier - I'm so glad I invested in this!

Now I am going to challenge the following bloggers to make their 50 Things That Make Them Happy.

Air Force Girlfriend in Germany

Infinite Possibilities

Sun Kissed Memories

Living in the Gap

Empty Next Lifestyle 

What makes YOU happy?

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Top Two Breakfast Essentials

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Growing up I've always been into sports and fitness, I guess you could call me a tom boy. I rather climb trees and play sports then play with barbies. I grew up playing soccer, took ten years of karate, volleyball.. fast forward to adult years I'm into body building, powerlifting, and now olympic lifting and CrossFit. How do I have the time? I make time to take care of myself. I find that working out is a huge stress reliever for me! My life is pretty hectic right now with trying to close on a house, packing, purging, taking care of the boys--all while my husband is away. Even if it's 30 minutes a day, it is enough! It is important to make time and take care of yourself. 

I just wanted to share with you today what I like to eat for breakfast. I'm on the go a lot so it's very important that I eat something filling to keep me full until lunch!

1. Oats

Very simple to make and very filling! I had an intense workout yesterday and I decided I needed a bowl of oats for recovery. I like to use quick oats because it cooks a lot faster then old fashioned oats. Quick oats generally cook in 1 1/2 to 2 minutes whereas old fashioned oats can take up to 3 minutes or longer in the microwave. I've even cooked them on the stove!

Ingredients:

Quick oats, any brand will do

Milk of choice, I used almond milk

Cinnamon

Pumpkin pie spice [told you I loved pumpkin]

Your favorite toppings: fruit, nuts, chia seeds, etc.

Mix oats, milk, and seasonings. Microwave for about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, stir. Then top with your favorite toppings! I used chopped bananas, chia seeds, and a McCormick Breakfast Topper for my oats yesterday. I also like to make scrambled egg whites or sunny side up eggs to add protein!

2. Acai bowl

Another simple dish! You can buy powder form of acai but I find that the frozen packs are a lot easier to use. With the powder I had to put so much into the smoothie to get it the right consistency. The frozen puree pack I just added milk of my choice and a fruit. Easy!

Ingredients:

1 frozen puree pack

1/2 banana

1/4 cup almond milk

Your favorite toppings: coconut flakes, fruit, chia seeds, nuts, etc.

Blend the frozen puree, banana, and milk together until smooth consistency. Pour into a bowl and top it off with some delicious toppings! In my photo I have coconut flakes, chia seeds, blackberries, and the other half of the banana. I also make a side of scrambled egg whites to add protein.

As you can see my Dyrk1a Warrior enjoys it too! I need to start hiding in the kitchen, he's a smoothie bowl bandit!

What is your go to breakfast?