An Easter Well Spent.

Thanks for all the kind words about my camera yesterday– it honestly made my day.  I’ve got some good news thankfully, after some tweaking around here and there my dad recovered my photos.  I asked him what he did and he replied, “I just inserted that and twisted that, you know”.  Not that I get it or anything, but whatever he did was magic.  Thanks, dad!

I had an overall wonderful easter day– blossming with those I love, nourishing food, and beautiful environments.

I started it off with church, then headed on a hike with my good friend Avery.  We went to a park called Niscene Marks very close to where I live.

I apologize for the smallness of this photos- i took it from facebook

Then a wonderful, warm walk with my parents to end the day. It had been foggy, drizzly, and cold all day, but by mid afternoon, the clouds broke way to glowing sunshine and warmth.

Then we cranked up the grill for a less- traditional Easter dinner….. grilled veggie sesame- ginger kabobs. They were amazingly good and hit the spot after a long day of activity and gatherings.

Grilled zucchini, carrots, asparagus, mushrooms, tofu and prawns.

A few on skewers– can you tell which ones are mine?

Unsurprisingly, my dad managed to catch yet another photo of me blinking.  Yeah, thanks dad.  At least you do some things good.

Marinated in a sesame- soy ginger sauce:

• 2 T olive oil
• 2 T rice wine vinegar
• 2 T bragg’s liquid aminos (or tamari, soy sauce, etc)
• 1 inch ginger, minced
• 2 t sesame oil
• 2 t maple syrup

Whisk away!  Feel free to double or triple this marinade, as I did.

….Plus a big pot of coconut- ginger quinoa.

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well.
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1-2 T maple syrup
• 2 T minced ginger

Start by rinsing your quinoa well in a fine colander; then place all ingredients in a pot over high heat and bring to a boil.  Once boiling, simmer covered for 15-20 minutes till liquid is all absorbed.

My plate filled with veggie- tofu kabobs, grilled veggies, and a big mound of coconut- ginger quinoa.

My mama- enjoying her big plate of grilled goodness.

Can you see the ocean?

It was a wonderful Easter day, as you can see from the many snap- shots taken.  Abundant with those I love, yummy food, outdoors and so much more.  I really wouldn’t haven’t had it any other way.

Now it’s your turn: What did YOU do for your Easter and or Sunday? However you spent it, hoping it was as great as mine

Off the topic of Easter….. To all my fellow runners: What’s the quickest way to heal affected shins that ache?  Also, can you recommend any workouts that are low- impact on your shins and knees? My shins have been bothering me extremely recently and I’m not sure as to why.

Happy Tuesday, all!

XOXO

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