So believe it or not, I actually saved Gossip Girl for this morning. I decided I’d enjoy it more with a warm bowl of oatmeal and I was right 
I ended up reading Wicked in bed and getting up this morning to create the most wonderful breakfast scenario possible….
Robe + slippers + Gossip Girl + sunshine + pumpkin oats + coffee
Today’s amazing mix:
- 1/3 cup oats, milk, water
- Pinch salt
- Half banana
- 1 tbsp 9-grain cereal
- 1/2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/3 cup pumpkin, stirred in at end
- Some Cacao Bliss
- Spoonful Barney Butter
- Few TJ’s toasted almonds
I think my Christmas Blend coffee today was African flavored – check out that continent shape!!
Gossip Girl was SOOOO GOOOD!! I could not believe that they played "Whatcha Say" at the dinner table. I was smiling ear-to-ear!! And laughed because I literally DID play that at our Thanksgiving dinner when a discussion of "Hide + Seek" came up (it’s one of my dad’s very favorite songs). Can I just say that I am so ready for both Serena + Nate and Dan + Vanessa to get together!?
This bowl was taken from its placemat and enjoyed during the show 
It’s a frosty one out there – North Carolina hit 32*! I’m going for a run in a bit and working on my final exam (a written take-home) for Nutrition Education this morning.
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Haha, love the slippers
Nothing’s better than being bundled up when it’s super chilly outside
I love that bowl! It’s fantastic!
Not excited about going outside!
It’s 32 right now here in upstate NY
I’ve got my slippers on right now too! So key!
I watched it last night for one of the first times! I need to get the DVDs!
Jessica,
You MUST watch it from the beginningggggggggg!
haha those slippers are ADORABLE! Love the argyle socks, too!
Absolutely WONDERFUL way to spend the morning!!! It was a teensy bit frosty & foggy down here in Fayetteville and I love it! The fog makes everything so beautiful!
I love that bowl!
And it is super chilly outside! I didn’t wantt to leave my house.
I didn’t see GG yet either! We were watching Big Love on demand. I can’t wait to watch it tonight!
I cannot wait to catch back up on Gossip Girl when I get back to the states! It sounds rather chilly there- how do you muster through running when it is so cold outside? My gym membership is almost up here in Spain and since I only have a couple weeks left, I am going to stick to running outside but with the temperatures dropping- it’s harder to get out the door!
You know, I’ve never seen Gossip Girl, and now I really want to watch it. I’m with Jessica — I need to get the DVDs.
Pumpkin oats are the best — no, I take that back — Tammy’s Butternut CasserBowl is the best! You gotta try it, Kath! Check out my recipes page under oatmeal — you will LOVE butternut squash in your oats!
I’ve tried butternut squash, but I always go back to pumpkin
Get the DVDs!
It’s cold here in DC, too — I’m trying to work up the motivation to head out for a run but might wait another hour or so and hope it warms up.
ahhh Gossip Girl- it’s the little pleasures in life
Hahaha I know – I was yelling at my television when Serena picked Tripp. What a dope!
I love that bowl! Where did you get it?
It was hand-made by my neighbor.
That sounds like the perfect, cozy breakfast. Wish I was there with you!
Oh my goodness I was laughing too when I heard Whatcha Say on GG last night.
I completely agree on the couples needing to get together. S is so dumb for choosing Tripp. And I have a feeling she’s gonna get it from wifeyyy!!!
We got down to 32* in Kentucky last night too, brrr! It’s going to warm up here today but then we’re getting a major cold front coming through. Hope you have a great day, you certainly had what looks like a fun morning
Oh my gosh, that sounds like THE most amazing morning and I don’t even watch Gossip Girl! I think I need to get on that train
I seriously love Hide and Seek too. Love that your Dad is a fan!
LOVE your slippers!!
Yeah, it’s freezing here too. Brr!
That is so cute that your dad’s favorite song is Hide and Seek! I’ve been in love with Imogen Heap for years.
P.S. You have a lot of Jessie’s / Jessica’s up on here!
That sounds just like my morning! Slippers, G.G, and yummy breakfast – though you always have the best toppings!
I LOVE that song! Everytime it comes on while I am driving I do a little car dance
It was frosty here this morning, too. I had to defrost my car and ended up being late because I wasn’t expecting to have to do that!
Sounds like a wonderful morning! And I looove Wicked. Such a great book! 32 is definitely chilly–stay warm on your run
What a great way to start your day
those are my favorite kinds of mornings!
Kath,
I wanted to tell you that you’ve inspired me to experiment with oatmeal and this morning I put half a banana, 1/2 tsp of cinnamon (or so – I don’t measure things unless I’m baking!), and about two tablespoonfuls of apple butter plus some flax seeds. Really yummy and now i need more apple butter! I also need to try pumpkin butter.
Also, I’m a Davidson grad too.
Go Wildcats.
Fun fun!!! go cats
what year were you?
So jealous of the robe+slippers combo! It was freeeezing this morning.
Good luck with the paper! 4 papers and 3 in class finals here
I love that bowl – so beautiful!
love love LOVE your bowl!
Where did you get it?
It was hand-made by my neighbor!
Love your slippers! They looks so comfy! Pretty bowl too!
I have some similar slippers… so comfy! Love them!
Had a great day!
i’m heading out for a north carolina run today too. hopefully it’s not too cold!
looks like a pretty relaxing way to start the day! love the slippers pic.
I’m desperate for some new slippers and I want some moccasin-style ones like you’re wearing. Do you mind my asking where you got those? They look comfy!
They’re from Target. I LIVE in them!!
I love saving Gossip Girl for breakfast!! I have to say though that I loved Dan + Hilary Duff!!! They made such a cute couple
I agree!!
I love running on frosty mornings – just watching the earth start to warm up
Glad you got to cozy up with some oatmeal and GG!
I totally agree about you GG couple pairings. I esp want Dan and Vanessa together.
Who do you like better, Serena or Blair?
I haven’t seen it yet! I’m SO excited!
Oh, and your PJs pants are very happy. Nice and colorful!
Hard choice, but I’d say Blair. Serena is just DUMB sometimes!! And I’m more like Blair
i love that bowl! and what’s in it looks pretty good too!
I love Nate and they need to start showing him more in all of his hotness!!!!!!
Courtney
Adventures in Tri-ing
I have those slippers, too…Love ‘em! Yay Target! haha The oats look amazing, as always!
It’s around 32 degrees here too! I love the slippers and am kicking myself that I passed them up when I saw them at Target a few days ago.
YIKES! Sounds like you’re in for a cold one today! Glad to hear that Gossip Girl is a good one this week. I have it taped to watch (hopefully!) today.
those are the best mornings! It was cooold here in VA, too!
That sounds like a good morning! My favorite GG quote from last night:
Chuck Bass: “You two ever play grab-ass in my elevator again and Serena will be staying at the airport Mariott.”
I love him.
Yes, great line!!
What a perfect combination! I wish I had enough time in the morning to do that. *Jealous!*
That bowl you’re eating your oatmeal out of is SO pretty!
Whoa!! Colder in Carolina than NYC!!
I think GG is soooo much worse this season…thoughts?
At first, yes. I hated the whole college scene. But I think the plot now is as good as ever. Something does need to get shaken up with Chuck and Blair though. Not necessarily their relationship, but to one of them. I love them together, but the seemed to have tamed too much.
I still need to watch! I think I’m going to make it a lunch affair. I LOVE that bowl!!
Hi Kath
That is great when there is a lot of deprivation being practiced these days by many, etc. I appreciate your love of carbs. Excellent bowl of cocoa chilli recently.
I have started my own blog. It would be nice if you could drop by occasionally, but you are a bit overwhelmed with friends here I think. You are very ,…well., you have your head on straight. No hang ups about food, no worries about things (well, nothing drastic I don’t think anyway
I loooove Imogen Heap’s Watcha Say and HATE the new version!! Totally ruined an amazing song and I’m super bummed! I was mad when I heard it on GG last night :O)
Kath! Love your blog. Love your pics. You and all the other blog divas out there totally inspired me to start my own. Thanks! Happy December!
Thanks!!
Your pajama combo cracks me up: brown and red argyle socks, yellow plaid pants and a pink robe! Perfect (says she who is STILL wearing pink striped pants, a purple shirt and red slippers)!
That bowl of oats looks delicious!
That looks like someone made that bowl. I have one like that that my Dad made-I love it.
LOVE the socks!
You look snug as a bug in a rug!
I have a degree in Food and Nutrition Science from Florida State University! I never went on for my masters or completed my R.D. internship, so it’s basically just a piece of paper
I wish I had gone thru with it. I LOVED my classes, but I was a bit burnt out of school and the thought of two more years was UGH at the time.
It all worked out for the best since I’m now a Stay at Home mommy to two little guys, but still would be nice to have those initials next to my name!
Mommy, R.D.
brekkie looks great – haven’t seen gossip girl yet – i usually save it for nights (yes my hubby does watch it with me, but in his defense it’s because we miss nyc so much)
So not to get all serious but I was wondering if you could comment on the eating and media combo. you obviously do it (as do I, I don’t have TV, but live alone so am often online when I eat… eating lunch now actually) and it is so ingrained in our culture (tv and snacks, movie theater and popcorn, etc) yet we often hear, especially for dieters, that it is a bad idea and disconnects you from your food and body cues. I am just wondering what you think/what strategies you have because I am torn. Living alone I like to have something to do during meals BUT I do sometimes find myself getting involved online and then being like oh where did my food go? very unsatisfying, same thing if I munch w/ a book or mag.
Thanks
Just because the “officials” say we eat mindlessly in front of the TV doesn’t mean we have to do it!! I will often eat things in bowls at the TV, but things on plates at the table. It’s just kind of my rule. Bowels are good for cuddling. I actually eat more slowly while watching a show. If I’m at the table, I eat quickly because it’s all there is to do! (Except when Matt’s there we talk). So I think so long as you’re still enjoying the food, eat it whereever you like.
Love your argyle socks girl!
If only I could love oats like Kath…alas, tis not for me.
Stay warm!
And now “whatcha say” is back stuck in my head thank you very much
I can’t watch GG ’till I go home this weekend
Looking forward to it, though. Have a great day!
Oooh looks like a perfect morning! I too am ready for Serena and Nate to get together!!
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sounds like a perfect morning to me! i missed GG last night tho
jenna
good luck with your take home! that bowl of oats looks amazingly delicious! I love staying cozy and warm in the mornings! I stay in my PJ’s as long as I can!
Super cute slippers! i have a pair just like them!
Can’t believe you’re running in 32* – wow!
Totallllly making the cranberry crock pot chicken tonight!!!
I’ve only seen an episode or two of Gossip Girl, but I feel like I’m missing out!! Should I go back and catch up?
DEFINITELY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
There’s nothing better than homey mornings — they always feel like stolen time, a little guilty pleasure!
I love Gossip Girl. I really need to get back to watching it and catch up on my seasons. I’m so behind!
Gross! No Dan and Vanessa! And, I was just thinking last night how much I like Chuck and Blair being the “normal” couple!
Yum; love the bean burrito and sweet potato fries…so tasty looking…I wanna bite, hehe!
Love that bowl!!
OMG! I smiled from ear to ear when I heard “Watcha Say” too! They have been playing great music lately. Your b-fast looked amazing!
Ooo that’s chilly, for Florida at least. I am going to have to start running outside in chillier weather, I am going to train for a half in march and it’s pretty chilly. Mostly 50’s so I guess not that bad, still I am not used to layering for a run!