She Says: John Adams Stole My Heart
I’ve finished the John Adams series. If you have any interest in learning more about this time in America’s history I highly recommend the DVDs. My dad is reading the book, too and he says it’s filled with more details than the movie.
I finished last night so I can now focus on other tasks. Let me back up to what I did earlier in the day. I was feeling much better when I woke up, but now my sister is sick, so I hopped on the treadmill for a wonderful 6 mile run. Then I went over to Bagelz for this month’s meeting of Chick Lits, which is my book club. I had a half a wheat bagel with roasted pepper hummus and an apple. My mom had the other half of the bagel with low fat veggie cream cheese.
Bumble Bar Review: Tropical and Cherry
I also brought some of my Bumble Bars for people to try. My Auntie had the Tasty Tropical , which is described on the website as “An enticing bite of paradise featuring sweet pineapple and lush coconut. Wake up your tastebuds with the ultimate tropical treat.” She loved it explaining that it satisfies many sensory needs at once – it’s soft and chewy, by crunchy and sweet, but has something offsetting that sweetness. She loosely follows weight watchers so she didn’t like the fat content (12 g), but I reminded her how much better that was for her than a big bagel and cream cheese.
Tasty Tropical - Agave Sweetened
I also gave my 7 year old niece the Chunky Cherry to try the other day. Well, first, I tried to give her some of the Original and she wasn’t having it. Then I offered her the Chunky Cherry and she like it. She wanted me to tell you, “It’s fruity.” I think she liked that one because it was sweeter and softer than the plain – more the consistency of a traditional granola bar than the Original flavor.
After the book club meeting I did some returns/shopping with my mom. The mall was crazy! Much more crowded than before Christmas.
Oh yes, I got a special treat in the mail from Rose. My very own copy of Swallow. My whole family has been enjoying it and are very intrigued by all the little stories inside.
For dinner I had some frozen and defrosted homemade vegetarian chili, a Dr. Prager’s burger (which I ended up crumbling into the chili as you can see) and 1/2 an Ezekial hamburger bun.
I also had a couple leftover Christmas cookies. Egg’Noggn tea and settled in with John Adams. And that, my friends, was my exciting Saturday night. I enjoyed it thoroughly and I hope you did as well!
I am totally lacking on books this holiday season! Frankly I think its been months since I last held a book in my hands! Nice run, Heather!
love Little Women! one of my fav movies too. If you like more historical books have you read “a tale of two cities”? its one of my top ten which is odd b/c I never really finish books and its one of the most difficult books to read I think due to the language, and complex themes. anywoo, have a happy sunday and get ready for wednesday! new years eve!
Great run!!
I definitely want to check out those DVDs – thanks for the review/recommendation!!
LOOOOVE Rose’s books!! They’re so innovative and gorgeous.
I love your family members’ takes on the Bumble bars
Sounds like a fab night to me, I bought TWO books last night and came home to curl up in bed with them!
I’ve been reading lots too- so nice to just settle down with a pile of good books!
Your book club sounds like lots of fun, what books have you read so far?
That Swallow book looks interesting…
I have the John Adams book and still have yet to finish it! But your dad is right, it’s an awesome book! If he wants another like that, tell him there is one on Alexander Hamilton that is just as good!
The Bumble Bar looks really good!
Glad the bars were a hit. I haven’t had been able to try them yet.
Glad you’re feeling better. Sounds like a good Saturday night to me!
I’m glad you liked John Adams! It was really good.
Also, I haven’t tried Sucanat yet, but it’s next on the list, so I’ll do a post about it when I use it – for sure.
what mall do you go to?? i havent been to Providence place in forever because i refuse to pay for parking! lol usually hit up North Attleboro.. i went on Saturday and ended up having to leave.. it was too crowded for me!!
I love John Adams.. my BF and I are huge (and dorky) history buffs..if you have a chance watch the movie 1776.. its a musical.. and its kind of strange..but its SO funny! : )
belonging to a book club must be so much fun! you actually have people who want to discuss a book. i need to join one.
i’m reading marley and me right now. it’s amazing. i’ve been taking it to the gym and i practically cry when i’m on the elliptical.
Thanks for the review I will have to check out those bars!
Love the spoon! and those bars- except I feel like im eating bird seed.
Kelly Turner
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I love the name Chick Lits
I want to find a book club!
I’m glad that another Bumble Bar was a success.
Rose’s book looks great! I’m glad you had such a pleasant Saturday night!
I have pretty much enjoyed all the Bumble Bars except the Cherry and Cherry chocolate, something just didn’t sit right with me on those.
now i need to get my hands on a bumble bar!
love the vegetarian chili, so perfect for this time of year.
that is one rock’n saturday night. i’m love’n it.
That sounds like a wonderful Saturday night.
I told my dad you love John Adams and he loves you for it.
great run! and thanks for the review, I’ll check them out when I get back!
Mariposa: I went to Providence Place. Sometimes I park outside the garage and walk or just suck it up and pay the dollar. I haven’t been to Emerald Square Mall in years.
My mom was raving about that DVD series too. Now I have to check it out!!
K
So glad you got it and liked it!