I spent a few hours at the hair salon today getting my color touched up.
Before hair (picture from this post two days ago)
After picture
Ahhh, much better.
While I was at the salon I picked up my favorite shampoo and conditioner that I’ve raved about before.
It’s called Unite and it’s sulfate-free as well as all of these things:
Vegan, Gluten Free, Sodium Free. Sounds like my diet most days.I also picked up my favorite Leave-In/Detangler called It’s a 10
As the name suggest, it is A Miracle. A couple sprays and it will cut through the worst of tangles, no gloppy buildup, does not weigh fine hair down. I love this stuff.
All that time in the salon made me hungry for some Cinnamon Sugar Chickpea “Peanuts” with Peanut Flour (If you don’t have peanut flour, so sorry. You could try coconut flour, almond flour, or skipping flour and make this alternate but similar recipe)
And for dinner, I re-made my Mango Balsamic Rice with Garbanzos & Mixed Vegetables recipe
And it makes planned leftovers. Cook once, eat twice.
From my last post about Cooking or Making Things at Home vs. Buying Pre-Made, it was interesting to hear what you find easier to make at home and what items, for the time/energy/expense involved that you feel you’re time and money ahead to just buy pre-made.
Different strokes for different folks and I always find it interesting to read what one person finds too labor-intensive, another person would gladly make at home to save a little cash. And likely get a better-tasting, “healthier”, finished product.
And thanks for not thinking the lettuce-chopping tutorial was too silly. And a few of you had some keep your lettuce crispy and last longer tips, too. Thanks.
Dessert: No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls (with high protein option)
Questions:
1. What’s on your agenda for the weekend?
I am working, possibly getting together with a friend, and hopefully spending time with Skylar, getting some good workouts in, and some quality kitchen time in, too. I hope. I haven’t had much kitchen time this week.
I do all the time!
I’ve posted about it before, but in a nutshell, I am just too impatient to sit there for a blowout so I don’t. I have things to do! Like blog. And be a mommy. And go to work.
Not to mention, after a long appointment, the last thing I want to do is sit there any longer! I can dry and flat iron my own hair in a fraction of the time it takes at the salon. Maybe not with as good of results, but whatever.
3. Do you like Chickpeas? Or do you call them garbanzo beans?
Yes, I do. But I do have to watch my consumption of them because too many beans and me just do not get along.
And I usually call them chickpeas but sometimes call them garbanzo beans.
Need Chickpea recipes?
Coconut Rice with Garbanzos & Vegetables (and Peanut Butter, too!)
Cinnamon Sugar Roasted Chickpea “Peanuts”
What do you like to make with chickpeas?
I feel like you were just at the salon!! How often do you have to get touch ups? I love highlights but I just can’t be bothered to keep up with them so my hair is always the same….
DAMN girl, you are a skinny minny! Do you ever find that grains make you bloat? I tend to stay away bc I think, like most people, I have a slight gluten intolerance so grains can make me a bit puffy.
It’s been 9-10 weeks. So awhile. I’d rather have it look classy than rooty :) I could push it to 12 weeks I guess…but why :)
Yes, grains ARE bloating to many people. If you are bloated after eating gluten, that’s detective work 101 and yes, you probably are a bit gluten intolerant. As are tons of people!
It looks pretty :)
Your hair looks fantastic!! I’ve been debating dying my hair for a while… I’m just not sure!
you should do it!! :)
I love chickpeas! They are so versatile!
I am in NEED of a major hair styling! And a new shampoo! My hair is oily, would ur brand work for me ?
I think so! Try it and see, I think you’ll love it :)
I suddenly want to spend all weekend doing fun hair things….
Your hair looks great! I love chickpeas, but I know what you mean about too many haha!
your hair looks great!!
with chickpeas, i like to put in salads, make hummus, make socca (from chickpea flour)…yup sometimes i’ll have chickpea 3 ways: hummus spread on socca topped with chickpeas! haha
all so good!
Goodness Averie you are just too pretty, I love your hair all touched up it looks great! Those chickpeas have been calling my name, I may have to go invest in some peanut flour asap :-)
wow, you are making me blush…thank you :))
Ooh, I’d discounted that recipe because peanut flour doesn’t exist in Australia, but I love the idea of using coconut flour instead!
Weekend? What’s that? LOL
Yes, when I’m in a hurry I tell them I’ll let it air dry. I need a cut and dye really badly! Your hair looks great! I need that sodium free shampoo, lol.
Looooce chickpeas! I love all beans. I have to try your roasted chicks, they look sooo good!
I love chickpeas, especially in your coconut rice dish!!! I also love them in soup, hummus, and many other things.
I have your roasted chickpeas on a to-make list!!! I can’t wait to get around to making them!!!!
thanks for all the comments the past half hour girl. you rock :)
and yes, make that nooch dip!
I adore chickpeas! Until this year, my younger son hated them.. it was so irritating to deal with!.but now he loves them. I always had a rule that you had to try the food you hated twice a year.. and now he loves both chickpeas and zucchini…. which he used to despise!
kids. they are funny little things arent they :)
It’s a 10 really is a miracle-worker! My friend & I buy it from Ulta when they have a 25% off coupon. It’s expensive but it lasts forever.
I love this tip..thanks for sharing!
LOVE chickpeas and those look great! I can’t wait until it’s warm enough for me to get into mango, I love mango brown rice I will for sure try your recipe! And your hair looks fabulous!
thanks caitlin and happy cooking!
Your hair looks great! I need a haircut so badly! I say chickpea or garbanzo beans…love them no matter what you call them!
Stunning hair!
This weekend = salsa club, auto show, studying.
I like to make hummus with chickpeas.