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The Secret Lives of Bloggers

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Hey!!! My post for today came to me as I was out running. Now, I don’t know how it is where you live but around here, there’s a secret code amongst runners that I like to call, “The Runners’ Nod”. You know how it is. You’re out running, at one with your iPod and then some sweaty middle aged man powers past you and nods his head. You nod back, acknowledging that you are both part of a secret society. It’s a sign of respect as you both  continue pound the pavements……

……..Obviously, runners wear their trainers with pride, showing those around them which “club” they belong to……but bloggers…..well, I guess we’re a little more “underground”. Bloggers are less obvious. Perhaps you’ll find them browsing in the local health store, having a quiet coffee in Starbucks as they type their latest post……or maybe they’re hidden away in their houses…..just waiting for the next new food trend to strike :-)

Bloggers are all about oats. Say the letters OIAJ out loud and immediately a blogger will think of this…..

Mmmmmmmmmm!!! Overnight.Oats.In.A.Jar. Just do it! :-)

Bloggers are nutty for nut butters too. OIAJ+PB = heaven in a jar.

Only bloggers know that this is vegan and one of the best chocolatey delights around. Yes….we really do make the best breakfasts. From OIAJ, to the yoghurt mess…..

…….to the notorious green monster!

And not forgetting the irresistible breakfast parfait….mmmm!

All bursting with nutritious ingredients that carry us further down the path of wellness.

We’re the first to know about what tastes good and trends spread like wild fire around the blogworld! Like these little monsters, who’ve made people all around the globe head straight to the iHerb online store!

Puffins!!

And yes…..I was one of those people….they are yummy!! Or maybe you’re a raw or vegan blogger who needs a protein top up? Ta-dah!!! I bet you have this in your cupboard?! It’s nutritional stats are amazing….but you knew that already didn’t you? :-) Personally, I’m loving Spirutein protein powders at the mo :-)

Food bloggers tend to eat a whole lotta green stuff! And I’m definitely included in that :-)

There are salad beasts galore floating around on the web. Like Tara’s scrummy combination…..And Laura’s tasty mixture!Are you a blogger who has to eat on the run? I bet you’ve got one of these in your purse…..

Oh right…..you’re from the U.S….Lara and Luna bars it is then! :-)

We run, we do yoga…….and then we come home and whip up something healthy in the kitchen! Some of us even like to experiment with the weird and wonderful…………..

You may see a blogger across from you in a restaurant, taking pictures of their eats using a mobile phone. They may even take time over getting the correct light and angle so that it looks juuuuust. Right.

No matter what our own photos turn out like, we can all appreciate a good shot…

Angela’s photography is beautiful :-)

See….you are a member of a special club. A wonderful, caring, group of truly fabulous people. We give each other awards….

…….We have an exclusive party EVERY. SINGLE. WEDNESDAY!!!

I mean, how cool is that?! You can even come in your PJs!!

We have our own book club too ya know? Aaannnnd…………shhhhhhhh……..we actually eat tofu!!!

Bloggers are veggies, vegans, omnivores……or maybe they’re just weird!! ;-)

 Hmmmmm??!!! Yes, some of us really do come up with the strangest food combinations! But what the heck?! Anything goes here in food blog land!

No matter what your style is, bloggers have so much in common and in times of need, the compassion of this community can be overwhelming. If you’re going through stuff, recovering/suffering from an ED or simply looking for friends and recipes, you’ll find it all here in the blogosphere:-)

From the bottom of my heart, to everyone reading this, thankyou. You have all inspired me in some way and I wish we all lived closer!! I am honoured and happy to be a member of this special group of people :-D

Next time you go out, see if you can spot a fellow blogger……they’re relatively rare but when you come across one, you’ll know just how special they are (Nicky – that’s you!!)

 - Are you a member of any special clubs?

           - Did you and your friends form a “gang” when growing up?”

Love and hugs,

Emm xoxo

Raaaaaaahhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!

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……and so the GREEN MONSTER returns!

Raaahhhhh! I'm coming to get you!

This little guy has been hiding under my bed for a while, waiting to pop out and surprise me…..and that is what he did this morning! He popped his head up, dusted himself off and with a big grin on his face, proceeded to run through my flat, knocking things over in an attempt to keep hold of his precious nutrients. He eventually came to reside in my ruby red Vita-Mix, where he magically transformed himself into this…

Green monster smoothie

Ta-dah! My first not really green at all green smoothie of the year. Ka-pow! It was truly delicious! I know for sure that the little monster will be popping up more often in the weeks to come :-)

Return of the Green Monster Smoothie

- 4 strawberries

- 1 small banana

- 1 handful of freshly washed spinach

- 1 tsp lecithin granules

- splash of non-dairy milk

- 1 cup of chopped pineapple

Put em together and what have you got?……..a really great, nutritious smoothie, that’s what! :-)

Right……and now onto more green delights……here are some belated pics of Katie’s truly delightful Chocolate Chip ice-cream. I’m telling you guys, this stuff is goooooood!

I guess the green monster can sneak in anywhere!

Minty magicness!

Move over Mr Ben and Mr Jerry……..you’ve got some serious rivalry here! ;-)

Right guys…..after seeing these seriously terrible photos of my ice cream attempts, I’m sure you’ll want to drop by the inventory genius herself so you can truly appreciate this minty delight – yeah my photos suck – sorry!! Yeah, so head over to Katie’s kitchen and be sure to check out the bake sale details while you’re at it! Japan needs us so desperately. Lets put our blogs to good use :-)

Love you all!!!

Emm xoxo