I decided to try the coconut nog in my oats.  And I tried this hot cereal versus the normal oat bran or steel-cut I usually eat.

It was a nice change of pace though I think I like chewier oats than these.

The nog mixed in gave the oats a nice sweetness though.

Not bad topped with raspberries and a scoop of almond butter.

These guys wanted some too!

This gal was still asleep!

I have been thinking a lot about Xmas lately (duh) and presents.  It is hard not to be aware of the whole presents frenzy while driving around (people are crazy right now) and while watching TV/reading the internet etc..

I (we-Bill and I)  have come to a place in our lives where we do not put too much emphasis on presents.  Birthdays and Holidays are not about gifts for us.

Granted we do not have any kids (well except for Pepsi) but we don’t see how running around to crazy busy shops and malls in a frenzy is joyous and reflective of what Xmas is.

Instead I would rather be thankful for what we do have.  Health, wellness, peace, family and friends.

It is so much more relaxing………..and fun

What are your views on the holidays/birthdays present thing?

She celebrated Wine Wednesday in New Zealand so I thought I would join her here in the states

I usually drink reds but occasionally I like an oaky Chardonnay.  This was good.

I paired the wine with a wonderful rice bowl of sorts.

This one had lettuce, sprouts, raisins, brown rice, pistachios, butternut squash, a bit of sesame dressing, nutritional yeast and seaweed on top.  YUM……..

We ended up spending the evening cuddling these guys.

They sure keep Pepsi on her toes…..she is exhausted.

This morning I woke up and decided to try something festive in my coffee.

Not really a fan of it in coffee.  I think I prefer regular almond milk over this.  However I do think it would taste good in oats.

Think I may give it a try this morning.

Hope you have something planned today that is fun.

How are your Xmas plans shaping up?