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You are here: Home / Lifestyle / I Am Madly In Love

September 13, 2009

I Am Madly In Love

With Nate Archibald!!!! I had crazy dreams about him last night and now I can’t stop thinking about him. LOL. I think I am becoming one with Gossip Girl.

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(And while I was doing research for this post, I had NO IDEA that Chuck is really British!!!!!!!!!! His accent totally caught me off guard!!)

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I woke up pretty hungry this AM despite going to bed with such a full stomach.

Oatmeal day!

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  • 1/3 cup oats, soy milk, water, half banana, pinch salt
  • 2 dried figs
  • Malted barley sprinkle
  • Salty peanuts
  • Nature’s Path granola
  • Spoonful Barney Butter

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My two main objections to decaf coffee:

1) It’s harder to find outstanding flavors in decaf

2) The chemical solvents  used in the decaffeinating process are kind of iffy

But there is a Swiss water method to decaffeinate that is much more natural, and I noticed that the Marley Coffee decaf sample uses this method. So it’s only test was taste!

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I made a cup of half caf, half decaf. It was great!! I will definitely be seeking out more Marley Coffee when these samples are gone 🙂

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I am usually a shower-a-holic about putting on normal clothes, but I think I am going to save my workout for later today and just throw on some shorts and run some errands. We’ve got a beautiful, sparkling day out there to enjoy, and I think I am going to make a HUGE PURCHASE today. TBA!!!

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  1. VeggieGirl says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:38 am

    HAHA!! Oh yes, I dream about Nate too 😉

    Reply
  2. Marisa (Trim The Fat) says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:40 am

    Whoa, he is eye candy for sure!!!!

    Hmmm…I’m intrigued by the malted barley sprinkle in your oats. Could you taste it? What does it taste like?

    That coffee does sound great! Love the name “simmer down”!

    Reply
  3. Lizzy says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:44 am

    great idea with half caf half not! I should think about doing that sometime?

    Can’t wait to hear the news!

    Reply
  4. Nicole says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:45 am

    I love Nate, but there is just something so sexy about Chuck!! Mmmmmmmmmm 🙂

    Reply
  5. maria says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:47 am

    OH YES! A huge purchase? Ooooh, I can’t wait to hear what it is! 🙂

    Also, you’ve inspired me to get a little more creative with my oatmeal in the morning, so we will have to see where that goes!

    -maria

    Reply
  6. Ellen says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:48 am

    caribou also uses natural decaffeinating methods!

    a while ago you asked for tips on drizzling nut butters. i’ve finally found the easiest way (meaning, no dirtying more dishes, no using the microwave, etc.) simply store your jars upside down. not only does this keep them from separating but when you remove the lid it becomes the perfect drizzler! the heat of the oats does all the rest of the work 🙂

    Reply
  7. Allie (Live Laugh Eat) says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:49 am

    Hahaha I dream of Dan Humphrey 🙂

    Reply
  8. Lynna says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:52 am

    The new season of gossip girl premieres tomorrow!!- that show is so addicting.

    A lot of times I find that when I go to bed full or eat closer to the time I go to bed, I wake up hungrier than normal- not sure why, but it seems to be a trend, perhaps this is what’s happened to you?

    Reply
  9. Liz says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:55 am

    What is it about going to bed full that makes you that much hungrier the next morning?! I had the same thing this morning after eating more than I usually would at a cookout last night.

    Reply
  10. christie, honoring health says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:56 am

    ooohhh, wonder what the big purchase is??

    Are you buying a new car?

    Reply
  11. mppaul2 says

    September 13, 2009 at 9:59 am

    Great cup of coffee…color and half decaf and half not is a cool idea. How do you make your coffee once it is brewed? Cream, stevia, half and half…?

    Reply
  12. Jenna says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:00 am

    can’t wait to hear what the big purchase is kath 🙂

    Reply
  13. Caitlin says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:09 am

    those GG men are quite the lookers 😉

    Though, I am more of a Dan Humphrey kind of girl, but I don’t discriminate!

    Reply
  14. Holly says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:17 am

    ooh! the suspense!!

    Reply
  15. Julia says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:17 am

    A big purchase, hmmmmm… You got me thinking!
    xxx Julia (Taste of Living)

    Reply
  16. eggie says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:23 am

    is it your bakery? a giant new oatmeal bowl, the little puppy from your tailgate? a little puppie in a giant oatmeal bowl inside the baker. inquiring minds wish to know.

    Reply
  17. Whitney says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:23 am

    I hope you know Season 3 starts tomorrow!

    XOXO,
    Whitney

    PS-I am so glad that I got you hooked!

    Reply
  18. Kristin @ Iowa Girl Eats says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:37 am

    Ahahaha – I love me some Nate Archibald as well – although sometimes I wish I could watch him with the mute button on. He’s not the best actor, I feel.

    Can’t wait to see what the purchase is!!

    Reply
  19. Stephanie says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:40 am

    Nate is superhot-totally agreed… however my heart lies with Chuck and I don’t know why?! Can’t wait til season premiere night tomorrow ahhhhh!!!

    Reply
  20. Sarah @ The Foodie Diaries says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:45 am

    Ughhhh Nate, and isn’t Archibald such a glamorous last name? I’d settle for Crawford, too 🙂

    Reply
  21. K says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:49 am

    Can’t wait to hear what the huge purchase is!! Sounds exciting!

    Any day that starts with a big spoonful of Barney Butter is a good day in my book 🙂

    Reply
  22. Madeline @ Greens and Jeans says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:50 am

    I am absolutely a Chuck Bass kind of girl. I think it’s because I secretly want to be Blair Waldorf.

    Reply
  23. Leianna says

    September 13, 2009 at 11:00 am

    Nate is great on GG, I’m excited to see what will happen with him this season!
    Can’t wait to see you BIG purchase!

    Reply
  24. Jenny says

    September 13, 2009 at 11:03 am

    ugh I would give me right arm to meet Nate Archibald. New season of GG starts tomorrow, get excited!

    Reply
  25. Pam says

    September 13, 2009 at 11:08 am

    Cute guy and happy shopping!

    Reply
  26. Diane Fit to the Finish says

    September 13, 2009 at 11:12 am

    Enjoy your shopping adventure! I’m a half and half coffee person myself. Yum!

    Reply
  27. Rachel says

    September 13, 2009 at 11:15 am

    i heart chuck bass! yum!

    Reply
  28. sonia says

    September 13, 2009 at 11:31 am

    Kath, a question for you and all the petite ones there. I am ~ 5 ft 1′ and small-framed. Often people (silly friends and my mother-in-law ) make fun of me for being so tiny since they are all well-rounded and tall in general. Have any one of you faced that? How do you deal with it?
    I pretend that I don’t mind it so much but sure get pissed sometimes. I am super healthy, toned and can out run most of them. I know all that but can’t help being irritated.

    Reply
  29. Mara @ What's for Dinner? says

    September 13, 2009 at 11:31 am

    Swiss water processed decaf is the way to go! I was a starbucks barista for 6 years, and I can’t tell you how many people I converted to SWP decaf!

    Reply
  30. Ilene says

    September 13, 2009 at 11:36 am

    LOVE Chase Crawford! Ahh I need to catch up on Gossip Girl 🙂

    Ooh I wonder what your surprise is!

    Reply
  31. Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says

    September 13, 2009 at 11:41 am

    I’m SOOOO with you on Nate! He is my favorite guy on the show. And he is just so sweet in this season!

    Enjoy the beautiful day!

    Reply
  32. Lisa says

    September 13, 2009 at 11:59 am

    I bet it’s a puppy! Or at least I hope it’s a puppy, because then your blog pictures will be even more adorable.

    Reply
  33. Thepinkpeppercorn says

    September 13, 2009 at 12:16 pm

    Ooooh! He’s hot! Lol

    Reply
  34. emmy - eatventures says

    September 13, 2009 at 12:18 pm

    Tickets to the set of Gossip Girl? j/k 🙂

    Reply
  35. Cynthia (It All Changes) says

    September 13, 2009 at 12:26 pm

    I’ve never seen Gossip Girl so I’ve only heard him with a british accent. However I assume the surprise would have been the same as when I found out Dr. House is actually british. Shocked the heck out of me.

    I never even thought about how they get the caffiene out of coffee. I think I’ll go google it. I drink a good bit of it so it might be good info to have.

    Reply
  36. Maddy says

    September 13, 2009 at 12:44 pm

    haha thats so great that you’ve had dreams about Nate too! makes me feel like I’m not the only one who’s OBSESSED with GG! Are you excited for the premiere tomorrow night? My friends and I are having a little viewing party =)

    Reply
  37. Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says

    September 13, 2009 at 12:56 pm

    Hmm… huge purchase, huh? I wonder what it is!! Can’t wait to see 🙂

    Jenn

    Reply
  38. Julie says

    September 13, 2009 at 1:14 pm

    New car?

    Reply
  39. Nellie says

    September 13, 2009 at 1:26 pm

    who doesn’t dream about nate/chase?!? i met him this summer in nyc and he is even more gorgeous in person. very gracious and such a nice guy! makes me love him even more 🙂 glad you’re on the gossip girl train!

    Reply
  40. Liz says

    September 13, 2009 at 1:39 pm

    With all your posts about finding great coffee, it has really got me in the mood for a really yummy cup. Coffee is delicious, kinda like chocolate is delcious…that deep, dark, almost bitter but just right taste. Mmmmm. Can’t wait to see what your big purchase will be!

    Reply
  41. coco says

    September 13, 2009 at 1:42 pm

    he’s so cute! 🙂

    Reply
  42. Jenna says

    September 13, 2009 at 1:48 pm

    I can’t wait to hear what this big purchase is! Suspense…

    Reply
  43. KatieTX says

    September 13, 2009 at 2:04 pm

    My guess is something for the house. Definitely not a pet. Probably not a car…

    Reply
  44. Suzanne says

    September 13, 2009 at 2:36 pm

    haha…I had the same reaction when I heard Chuck’s British accent! He seems more attractive now with the accent. 😉

    Reply
  45. Lauren says

    September 13, 2009 at 2:58 pm

    Funny how you always seem to wake up hungry after a night of eating/drinking. I guess the metabolism works harder on these nights.

    Can’t wait to hear about the big purchase! Hope you are enjoying the day.

    Reply
  46. Amelia says

    September 13, 2009 at 3:06 pm

    Huge purchase, huh? I have a feeling I know what it may be. I guess I’ll have to wait until later to see if I am right!

    Reply
  47. Dawn (HealthySDLiving) says

    September 13, 2009 at 3:08 pm

    Oh yea he’s definitely a cutie! 🙂 I didn’t know Chuck was English either till I heard him on the View–it made me like him more!
    Enjoy ur sparkling day–sometimes it’s nice to just throw on some scrubs and enjoy Sunday!

    Reply
  48. Kath says

    September 13, 2009 at 3:09 pm

    Marisa,
    Yes, you can definitely taste them. They’re like grapenuts.

    Ellen,
    Great idea!!

    mppaul2,
    Just milk or half and half, depending on the week. No sugar!!! I gave it up cold turkey and have never looked back. I like the contrast of my sweet breakfast with the “savory” coffee.

    sonia,
    Sorry to hear that sonia. I’ve never had anyone make fun of me for being small – just for being large 🙁

    Nellie,
    OMG – how did that happen!?

    Kath

    Reply
  49. Elizabeth says

    September 13, 2009 at 3:18 pm

    I am so in love with both nate and chuck still! did you know ed westwick is in a band? love the filthy youth and that sexy accent! http://www.myspace.com/thefilthyyouth

    Reply
  50. lynn (The Actors Diet) says

    September 13, 2009 at 3:33 pm

    ha ha – yup, chuck’s brit. though i have to say i’m more of a dan girl – he’s just like my hubby….

    Reply
  51. mollymolly says

    September 13, 2009 at 5:04 pm

    ALL of the GG boys are sexy! Hello, Roofus!!!

    xoxo

    Reply
  52. Morgan (lifeafterbagels) says

    September 13, 2009 at 10:05 pm

    I can’t take it anymore, I might die if I don’t watch Gossip Girl

    Reply
  53. Nicole Marie says

    September 14, 2009 at 8:53 am

    Haha I love Nate! Although Chuck… well, who doesn’t love a bad boy? I’m really excited about the start of Season 3 tonight! I’ve been lovin’ me some Gossip Girl lately…

    Reply
  54. Jessica says

    September 14, 2009 at 1:10 pm

    good thing you are in love with nate instead of chuck, or we’d have to fight. LOL.

    Reply

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