Things...

Let's go ahead and get to the exciting part...the dishwashing detergent worked really well!  Long story short, I have been testing out the store brand in powder version of dishwashing detergent out of curiosity to see how well it works. Well, I don't think so well. Our dishes just weren't really getting clean. I mean, yeah, they were clean, but there still seemed to be residue in the machine. We don't even eat greasy foods. So, I like this one. See the "leaves dishes sparkling" part, well it did so I am happy.

This morning was just freakin' stressful. Jay needed to get to school early for band and well, he is the slowest thing alive. I love him, but dang. I blame myself to some extent because we aren't really a rushed stressed family, so there is no sense of urgency with him. Let's just say we had a long talk about that! Max was just grouchy! The boy needed coffee (or his version...cereal and peanut butter). I really appreciated the illustrator's approach to calming things down with another cup of coffee and the soundtrack to "The Village" and "The Fountain". Both of those soundtracks just make you take deep breathes. Much better! 

We traveled to Trader Joe's today for a boat load of cheap wine (now we need one of the aerators)...

some dried blueberries and...

peanut flour! I can't wait to get to baking now!

Last night was one of those dinners that I just did not want to end. Do you get like that with a meal when you really like all the flavors? This one had all my favorite food groups in it and tons of texture. What can I say, I am a texture girl.

We decided on sandwiches for dinner. I was a little bummed because I wanted to turn the oven on to make fries, but it was just too hot. I bought fresh green beans too to roast (like fries, but not fries cause they are green beans). Oh well, maybe soon. So instead of fries, I grilled up the (cooked) potatoes on the George Foreman grill with a little salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. I love you George! They were perfect! I grilled up a big fat portabello mushroom too. Hello lover...

I needed a little protein in the mix, so I put together a chickpea oat waffle for my bread. I know you all think I am crazy, but I am loving these waffle sandwiches lately. I would apologize, but if you tried them you would be with me on this! Just a warning...I am in the mood for sweet waffles now too, so those will be making an appearance soon.

Chickpea Oatmeal Waffles

1/4 cup chickpea fava flour

1/3 cup oatmeal (I used quick cooking)

1 TBSP flax meal (plus 3 TBSP hot water)

1/4 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 hot water

Mix everything together and cook in a waffle iron.  If you want it toasted, leave it in for a little longer.

Does music calm you? The piano and the violin have a huge effect on me. What kind of music do you like to relax to?