Wow, where has the week gone? I feel like I’ve been running around like crazy for most of the week and I’m not getting a break anytime soon! I got back from vacation on Sunday, left right away for FoCo for a job training session on Monday morning, came back home and started unpacking stuff from vacation, shopped for school supplies and repacked for college! I’ve just got this weekend before it’s back to the daily grind of school. I can’t believe the summer’s almost over, but I’m pretty pumped for this school year!
Favorite Change: New hair (color & style)
I desperately needed a trim and recoloring!
I think the last time I had anything done with my hair was over spring break…which was almost 6 months ago, yikes! It’s really hard to fit in hair appointments when I’m usually up at school but I’m just glad I got it done before I go back. My bangs really needed to be reshaped and cut and my color needed refreshing. Now I’m all ready for a new school year!
Favorite First Time Breakfast: Tropical French Toast
Alvarado Street California-style sprouted toast topped with fresh pineapple, Bear Naked Fit vanilla almond granola and organic maple syrup (side of frozen mango).
This might sound crazy, but I don’t think I’d ever had French toast before a couple days ago. I know, who am I? Obviously this was a veganized version (meaning no eggs) but I think it turned out delicious, especially for my first time making/eating it. And being the pineapple lover I am, I went for a pineapple upside down inspired version.
Tropical French Toast (vegan, can be gluten-free)
1 or 2 slices sprouted toast or gluten-free toast (like millet or rice bread)
1/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
cinnamon and ginger, to taste
vanilla stevia drops, to taste
handful small pineapple chunks
In a small pan, heat up some nonstick cooking spray or coconut oil over medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk together almond milk, spices and stevia until combined. Dip both sides of the toast in the milk mixture until it soaks in. Place toast on pan and heat on both sides until golden brown and crunchy. Before flipping, add pineapple chunks to top side of toast and then flip to cook. Serve French toast with granola, coconut butter, maple syrup, fresh fruit or whatever you want. Serves 1.
Favorite Late “Birthday Present”: Alejandro
Meet Alejandro, my ‘new’ baby!
As I’ve mentioned several times before, I didn’t have a car at college the past two years. With the job I have this upcoming semester, along with my off-campus housing, my parents realized that I do need a car. Over the summer, we were considering getting me a newer model used car, then a brand new car, then they finally decided to let me have our red 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. It has a lot of miles on it for its age (because of my mom driving back and forth from home and my college town on weekends) but I really love it because A) it’s red and B) I’ve driven it a lot, especially this summer. I really love the look and feel of the car and I’m already used to it so it’ll be no big deal to take it up to school with me. And because I love him so much, I named him Alejandro (like the Lady Gaga song)!
Favorite Addiction: The Newsroom
I really need to get all caught up on this show!
I am so glad we moved to a new house back in June, because DirecTV gave us three free months of HBO…meaning I get to watch The Newsroom, which has become one of my new fave shows. I just watched the most recent episode and I’m hooked for part 2! I love how crazy and action-packed the show is.
What TV shows are you addicted to? Have you ever had “exotic” French toast (anything out of the ordinary)?
That is awesome that you finally have a car for school. It really gives you a lot of independence
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It does, I’m already feeling so much more mature
the hair is super cute!
Thanks! I love it too.
I like your hair and the French toast recipe sounds delicious. I might try that even though I’m not vegan, I’ve never thought of using vanilla almond milk in French toast but I bet it would be good! Yay for having a car, especially one you’re used to driving too
. Good luck with moving back and getting adjusted for the semester (I know the car is a big help!).
The almond milk was a great addition, you should definitely give it a try!
Gorgeous hair! Congrats on the car, it’s soooo nice to have your own car. So much freedom. I couldn’t imagine life without mine!
I know! I felt so weird after having a car for my senior year and then having to leave it behind when I went to college.
I love your hair and I totally love what you named your car! Alejandro is one of my fave Lady Gaga songs!
It’s one of my favorites too!
I can’t believe classes start next week either, crazy how time has been flying! And your hair is fabulous AND Alejandro is super cool! Congrats!!!
He’s my new man hahaha
YAY! Looove your hair. And the car is so exciting! Congratulations!
I can’t believe that summer is already over. Seriously…where does time go? It sounds like you have an amazing year ahead of you though!
The Newsroom is my favorite show, by the way! I’m glad that you like it as much as I do.
I’m so sad it’s almost over too! At least the weather will still be good for awhile!
I’m newly addicted to Smash. I’ve never had a car, but I imagine it must be really practical/useful! And congrats on the weather reporting job
My sister loves Smash! She really wants to be on Broadway so it’s like the show she looks up to. And the car is so great to have, especially in a town that’s pretty spread out!
Ashley,you seriously look SO gorgeous! I love your new hairstyle,and your smile is breathtaking. Good luck for your next school year!
Awwwww Kat, your comment just made my whole day, so thank you
Girl you look beautiful with the new hair do!
Awww thanks!!!!!
Your hair looks great Ashley, such a lovely look for you, it really works well with you pretty features
The french toast recipe is a good one, I haven’t had french toast since California so that ought to change!
Aww thanks Tessa! You definitely need to bring French toast back, I haven’t had some in a week and I’m already missing it!