Happy Halloween!
Before I get to part 1 of the giveaway, I want to share a last-minute Halloween idea.
I present to you: Spooky Shakes…
They are more homely than scary, but let’s just go with it!
I spotted this on Martha and I thought it was a cute idea. To make: all you do is melt a tiny amount of chocolate (about 1-2 tbsp) and then paint chocolate ghost faces on the inside of the glass using the end of a popsicle stick. Easy.
Place the glasses in the freezer or fridge to set the chocolate. For the shake, I blended vegan vanilla ice cream (I love almond or coconut varieties), with a splash of almond milk and some ice, served with a cinnamon stick. You could even make a healthier shake by blending frozen bananas with almond milk. The chocolate faces stay intact thanks to the cold smoothies.
Now, for part 1 of the giveaway…
Today, I’m celebrating YOU – the kick-butt, Green Monster chuggin, recipe-lovin’ Oh She Glows community! On October 31, 2008, I started the blog on a complete whim, not thinking I would ever have the attention span to stick with it, but here I am 4 years later still smashing my head against the keyboard daily and chasing my dreams. I am so grateful for each and every one of you who read the blog each day and my hope is that you find as much inspiration here as I’ve found in all of you.
Now, to celebrate!
1) Blendtec Total Blender & Twister Jar
Blendtec has been gracious enough to donate one of their coveted Total Blender Classic Wildside machines (picture above) valued at $454.95 USD! Whoa baby. I’ve reviewed the Blendtec before on the blog and I can attest that it’s a great machine.
About the blender: “Total Blender Classic Series® is the all-in-one appliance that makes smoothies, fresh juice, ice cream, milkshakes, cappuccinos, margaritas, soups, sauces, bread dough, dressings, salsas, and more! It replaces up to 9 other appliances with one fast easy-to-use machine, at a fraction of the cost. This package includes the new precision tuned 4″ blade in the large nearly 3-quart total capacity BPA-free jar. The new large blade / large jar combination powers through tougher blending tasks and larger recipes with ease, and in less time.”
In addition to the blender, they are also giving away a Twister Jar (shown below) valued at $119.00 USD!
About the Twister Jar: “Blendtec’s newest innovation, the Twister Jar, is designed to blend your thickest recipes such as: Nut Butters, Hummus, Baby Food, Dips, Thick Shakes, Dressings and more! Best of all, it’s compatible with all Blendtec Home Blenders.”
Update: The giveaway winner is….
Thank you for sharing your touching (and often hilarious!) “lessons to my younger self” comments. If you are ever feeling down and need a pick me up, just read through the comments. It’s amazing to see how many of us have struggled with the same life lessons.
The lucky winner of the Blendtec machine is #3659 – Alicia Woulfe! Congrats! I will email you shortly to collect your mailing address. Thanks to everyone for participating!
How To Enter:
Giveway is now closed.
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I would tell my younger self to WEAR SUNSCREEN on my face every day and also to finish my university education. There would have been so many more opportunities available to me had I finished my degree. I know there are over 3000 comments on here and I never enter these things, but I hope I win this blender!
I would have told myself that a little fun is okay but when those inner alarms go off, it’s for a reason – stop ignoring them! Also, to enjoy the freedom and minimal responsibility even if it doesn’t feel that way right now.
Advice: don’t color, straighten, cut off or change your natural hair. The color and type of hair you were born with is best for you!
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I would tell my teenage self not to worry about choosing the right path, just relax and enjoy the journey!
I would tell my younger self to just go with the flow and not worry so much about what others are thinking/doing. I would also tell myself to not wait until my 30’s to start eating healthy!!! Still can’t believe I lived on soda, Doritos and chicken nuggets and hot dogs as long as I did!
Just pinned your twix bar recipe! Already tried the rolos! Pretty tasty :)
Advise to my younger self…. forgive, forgive and then forgive some more. Things are not as they appear on the surface. People act and react out of fear, or hurt or who knows what else is going on in their lives. I would also say “turn in all the econ homework!”
I love your blog. Since finding you on pinterest I have tried many of your recipes. I appreciate your honesty and humor…. and yummy date balls that are currently in my freezer!
I would LOVE to win a Blendtec. Kale smoothies everyday would be bliss!
Oh oh oh I would just love to win this!!!
I would tell my younger self that opportunities sometimes only come once in a lifetime, and that it’s in your best interest to make decisions based on what will be good for you and your future, and not based on what your friends will think of you.
xoxox
Hi Angela!
Thanks for the giveaway! I have been working on a healthy lifestyle blog of my own and you inspire me everyday. I long for the day that I can blend/food process/and pulverize my ingredients all at once instead of in mini magic bullet batches :)
Here is my advice, to my younger self:
“You are beautiful and you don’t even know it. Stop putting yourself down! You are strong and smart and amazing no matter what the scale says. People love you because you love them. Enjoy being young! Enjoy being free! Don’t ever think you’re not worth it. Believe me…10 years from now you’ll realize what it really means to be beautiful :) .”
xo
Ashley Michelle
I would tell my younger self to treat her body & herself better. Not to be so hard on herself. Perfection isnt what you should strive for, happiness is.
Jess, you have to be an advocate for yourself. If something is wrong and your body does not feel right, push until you get some answers. You know your body best. Don’t ever trust a doctor that says it is all in your head!!!
I just pinned your Roasted Butternut Squash with Kale and Almond Pecan Parmesan! & I look foward to making it! YUMM!
I would tell my younger self to listen to my mother. She has always given me good advice and unfortunately I haven’t always taken it!
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save your money girl.dont spend it on silly clothes and accessories. you will need it in the future for more important items. Invest in yourself and a business not material things. thanks
Simply “Live Your Life”, “Smile” “Dont Sweat the Small Stuff”
I would tell myself to get my butt off the couch and do something active – it’ll make you less tired, I swear!
I’d tell my younger self to strive for balance, not perfection.
Cheerleading in high school had me in great shape, I wish I could have continued to have as much fun working out. Cheerleading for Moms – not such a bad idea, right??? : )