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.
I would tell myself at 16 to Be proud of you and Start making green monsters!
Thanks for 4 years!
I would say to my younger self, “Your body is gorgeous and NOT FAT – enjoy it now before you have a thyroid disease that messes it all up!”
I’d tell my 29 year old self tostick with my then-job. I left it and I’ve regretted it since. Things got tough and instead of trying to stick it out, I bailed. Bad idea.
Second entry: I don’t really twitter, but I repinned your cinnamon sugar pumpkin spiced donuts on Pinterest – YUM!
It’s always important to consider the big picture – what seems super important right now may not be the biggest deal in the grand scheme of things
“If it comes from a Plant eat it, if it’s made in a Plant…..Don’t” !
Younger Self,
Do not only do what you think you are supposed to be doing as a young woman. Don’t rely on what others expect of you to be and become. Dream your own dream and then go out and live it.
xo
Me
Dear littler Jess,
Eat more ice cream, while you still can.
Sincerely,
Bigger Jess
Stop going after bad boys. Please.
Thanks for inspiring me with food and with life! I would tell me 16 year old self to treasure being 16, you’ll only be there once, and each year brings brand new surprises and adventures
Too tell your mother the truth please ! No sneaking around it just starts even more arguments and fights
There’s no use in procrastinating because you’ll have to get things done anyways. Might as well do it now so we’ll have more time to enjoy later!
Since I don’t have twitter, I re-pinned your creamy orange sunshine soup.
Cute shakes :)
I would tell my younger self to relax, enjoy the ride and trust – God’s got my life in HIs hands… where it is by far the safest! And that there is so much amazing life ahead – so hold on!
I’d so love to win that blender!!!!
I would tell my younger self to stop being so driven. Relax and take time to have more fun along the way.
Just pinned the shake for another entry :)
I would tell myself “You’re beautiful, and healthy. Stop worrying about what other people think, and about what other people look like. You are unique and wonderful, so stop comparing yourself with others and start living your life.”
Younger self, being a vegetarian doesn’t mean you can exist on french fries and rice pilaf. Nutrition is important!
Hmm, I think I’d tell my younger self to demand asparagus. I’d never been offered it until I was in my early 20s, and I love it! Oh and maybe I’d tell myself not to feel guilty for perusing my dreams!
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