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The Norwegian National Day, 17 May
The day started at 8:30 with a breakfast consisting of alcohol, alcohol and some more alcohol. A known effect of nationalism at its best. The day ended with a very drunk Norwegian me, in a very beautiful national costume..in a ditch.
Snow Dog
Luna´s very first time outside in snowy conditions, she tried to eat all the snow…..not as successful as she hoped!
Wish her luck next time.
The “wonder soup” Lunch day 1
- ½ head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup white or yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 14 oz can basil, oregano, garlic diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- few shakes of black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (optional)
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add celery, onions, bell peppers, and carrots.
- Saute until slightly tender.
- Stir in garlic.
- Pour in chicken broth.
- Stir in tomatoes and cabbage.
- Bring to a boil and then reduce heat.
- Cook until cabbage is tender.
- Stir in oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, black pepper and salt (if using)
- Taste broth and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve and enjoy!
http://divascancook.com/2012/10/wonder-soup-recipe-weight-loss-soup-7-day-diet-cabbage-soup.html
Day 1 Detox
Yes I am “trying” to complete the 7 day diet/detox.
First day is only fruit and the wonder soup…sooo much fun.
Luna and Me
Getting used to the big world outside the flat!!
A result of selfishness while christmas present shopping
I Know, I know i was supposed to by presents for everyone other than me..but, who does not want velvet nails?
Me actually, but my roommate is constantly reminding me of how important it is to have presentable nails.
So yeah…the idea of velvet nails is pretty bizarre, so I had to try it.
It looked pretty cool on my left hand, the right however looked like fresh cement someone deliberately stepped in.