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Big news on the blog front. A Girl & Her Mutt now has a permanent home. Head on over to agirlandhermutt.com to check out our new blog home. The blog is still in process of being built and will continue to be improved, but I want you to join me in the process.

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Tons of fun in the sun!

I'm a little behind on posting, but I have lots to share. 2 new recipes and some great food photos!

I'm a little busy today having some fun with friends in the sun and getting some schoolwork done. Phew. I'm tired just thinking about it!

I also have some big news regarding the site too. Stay tuned!

Beer, Burgers, AND Basketball (Day 169)...

Tonight was Game 7 of the NBA Finals. The Celtics were in the mix and Boston was a flurry with excitement. With the Bruins, Red Sox and Celtics it has been a busy 2010.

Since my last attempt at Beers and Burgers Night was a bust The Scientist and I decided to give it a try again. Just down the street from me is a little Irish pub called Tommy Doyle's. They have trivia, live music and all that sort of stuff.

Since I'm on a constant quest to try every veggie burger in Boston my decision on what to eat was easy-peasy. Extra onions please!

We watched the first half of the game and had a few beers. I love all the decor here. Lots of Irish sayings and signs. 

The Celtics ended up losing. Sad night for Boston, but The Scientist was kind of pleased. He was happy to see the team that pushed the Orlando Magic out of the finals lose tonight. Sore loser. ;) Kidding, Kidding.

Have a good night kids! Soccer is the next sport up!

Getting Girlie (Day 168)...

It was dark. It was gloomy. I needed a pick me up! Thank goodness I'm a girlie type of lady because a mani/pedi was just what this rainy day needed.

I love unique colors on my fingers. I change the shade all of the time. You might remember my blue nail polish a few months ago. I've also done yellow, orange, and a bright shade of white in the last few weeks. I decided to break the mold and go neutral. I went for "You Don't Know Jacques". It is a brown color but has hints of purple. Lovely.

For the toes I chose "Overexposed in South Beach". It is a definite purple. I forgot to take a photo so just imagine my little tootsies. ;)

Does your nail salon do "boxes"? A lot of the places around here have you pay $5-$10 for a box that contains a nail file and a buffer for the heels. This box is just for you and they only use it on your feet and fingers. I'm fascinated by this! Have you seen this before?

I'm feeling so much better after getting all girled out. Tonight is going to be an off night from working out. I see some Indian food in my future! Have a good night kids!

Daydreaming (Day 167)...

It is so pretty outside today. Finally! I feel like it has been raining or sweltering heat for the past few weeks. I'm over it man. OVER IT.

But today! Today was beautiful. It was the kind of day where you eat lunch at a restaurant that has a patio. Good idea, huh? I thought so. I thought of that idea as I ate at my desk working. Not in the beautiful weather. Not on the patio.

At least the view was good! Lunch was half a burrito and a veggie salad with a little Israeli couscous.Mmm....

On a totally different topic, I have to share a new necklace that I got this weekend. I actually walked into a Forever 21. Lets be honest. Nobody is FOREVER 21. I'm 30 years old. I should have not been in this store. However, they have fun and funky jewelry that is cheap and perfect for buying for just a few outfits. My super responsible purchase this weekend was this beauty.

Who doesn't need a big giant turtle necklace?! This baby is huge. I hit it on my desk every time I sit down. I tried to open a secure door with it instead of my work badge. It is cute but a weapon all at once.

I have exactly 0 outfits that go with a giant turtle necklace. That said...I've managed to wear it twice since Saturday. Turtles are fun!

Agenda for tonight? Zumba with my buddy, Karen! My fave instructor is teaching tonight and I'm READY to rumble!

Burnin' and Burritos (Day 166)...

Body Pump and I are quickly becoming best friends. Zumba and I are on are way to an awesome friendship too.
I worked HARD today at the gym. I Pumped my muscles for a solid hour and then Zumbaed my little butt off for a little over 45 minutes. Phew...I have never seen so much sweat in my life. I had to look around and see if someone else was sweating on me because my shirt was so wet. Gross, but oh so good.

When I got home I needed something solid and substantial. Hello bean burrito.

In the mix:

5 Whole wheat tortillas

 1 can refried beans

 1 c. rice

shredded lettuce

 a few olive slices

 a sprinkle of cheese

 salsa

 and something for a little heat. 

Can you guess what I used? If you said SRIRACHA, then you win $1! ;) I'm addicted to this little tasty condiment.

Ok, so while it sounds a little boring I do mix it up a little with my refried beans. Canned refried beans, especially the vegetarian kind I buy, are a little bland. They seem to be missing *something* and I feel the urge to tinker.

Modified Refried Beans

-1 teaspoon chili powder

-1/2 teaspoon cumin

-2 cloves garlic, chopped (you can also use garlic powder)

Smear 1/3 c. beans onto the tortilla, sprinkle 1/4 c. of the rice (I like how it sticks to the beans), then add your toppings. 

Roll up the burrito and added some leftover shredded romaine lettuce with a few cut up grape tomatoes.

Seriously...so good. After a BIG workout this is just what I needed. I needed carbs. I needed protein. I needed veggies. This hit the spot.

Now on to a popsicle and bed,bed, bed!

Have a great night kids!

Question of the day: What is your favorite type of food? I am a HUGE fan of Mexican! Nothing tastes as good as guac and beans. ;)