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.
Dear 16 year-old Linda: Nothing is going to go according to plan, but that’s not a bad thing. Just brace yourself, and ride that wave for all it’s worth!
Dear 18 year old me: don’t smoke! It’s not cool. It’s stinky, gross, energy sapping and repulsive to those who don’t. Just trust me on this one. You’ll feel look and sleep better if you just don’t do it.
Oh, and that hot drummer in the band? Don’t. He’ll break your heart.
Just re-pinned one of my faves… Dark Chocolate Cherry Energy Bites <3
Ang – be nice! I know you are super shy and insecure, but don’t be afraid of people! You will meet some amazing people – don’t let the opportunity to get to know them pass you by!
Here’s Mine:
Charlotte, never underestimate yourself . Like everyone else you have the power to do so much with your life.
Always trust your gut feeling. If your gut is telling you something and it feels right listen to what you body is telling you.
And never think mistakes are a bad thing, they are just life lessons waiting to be learned.
Keep well in Mind, body and spirit.
I re-tweeted the giveaway also :)
Oh, I forgot – “Eat more veggies!!”
I just tweeted my pin on Pinterest! (extra credit?!)
Tweeted!
Advice to my younger self: Don’t worry so much.
I would tell my younger self that It isn’t important what people think of you, don’t judge people by their apperance, talk to as many new people as possible.
The Blendtec makes my heart go pitter patter…. Never owned a Blender, and would love, love, love this one!
mmalavec(at)med(dot)umich(dot)edu
P.S. I just pinned this recipe: http://ohsheglows.com/2011/06/24/almond-butter-rice-crisp-treats/. So excited to make them today!
I also tweeted!
I tweeted hope I win
I wish I could tell myself to worry less at the age of 16. None of it will matter in 10 years!
I also pinned your recipe!
http://pinterest.com/pin/191051209163808952/
Tweeted :) +
Well, since I still am young (17) I’d tell my even younger self… Lea, just relax and have fun. You don’t need to figure everything out, just relax. Enjoy the ride.
Yep, that would’ve been some pretty useful advice a few years ago ;)
I repinned your oil-free chocolate zucchini muffins to my “baked goodies” board!
I would tell my 16-year-old self to trust myself and to listen to my gut feelings…. oh and to give myself a break:)
I would tell my high school self that the relationships didn’t need to last forever. Let go and move on sooner to better things. (Oh, and buy an awesome blender sooner because smoothies are the bestest breakfast ever!)
Thanks!
-Andi
You’re great! That’s what I’d tell my 16 year old self.