Touring the Fire Department: #MySundayPhoto

We visited a local fire department twice this past week. We live close to a few, and paid a visit to a different one each time. This has to be the best idea for something that’s free and kids love.

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Avery was a bit shy in front of the firemen and the massive trucks, but once home, that’s all she talked about. We’ll have to make a trip back to see the big trucks and kind firemen again soon as it’s quickly becoming a nice break in routine, and daddy likes the big trucks too!

roanoke fire department, #mysundayphoto

So far, we’ve collected three firemen hats from the fire department (the first visit had two stuck together), and plenty of golden sticker badges. The stickers helped us stop a mounting meltdown already, so I’m making sure to keep plenty of those around for the future!

As always, big thanks to Darren and his never dull #MySundayPhoto linkup. Check out his blog full of beautiful pics and join in on the #MySundayPhoto action!

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24 Completely Random Puns to Make You Laugh or Groan

Nothing like starting the day with puns, right? Even if they make you groan, they still put a smile on your face…….usually. At least it’s Friday, and that makes most people smile. Unless you’re reading this after it’s been publish, then I’d guess that it’s another part of the week that ends in y.

Sidewalk-Pun-Random Puns

Whatever the time of day/week, I hope you enjoy this list of double entendres as much as I do.

Enjoy!

  1. I caught my kid sticking a key in a light socket and was so shocked that I grounded him. He’s not the brightest.
  2. The man got tired of making sandwiches, so he found a sub.
  3. They just opened a chophouse on top of skyscraper I heard the food is good, but the steaks are high.
  4. Eggs for breakfast are one of the top five cereal killers.
  5. Growing a garden is no big dill, all it takes is a little thyme and plants will cumin. Don’t let impatiens wilt this sage advice.
  6. Batman hates wearing jeans and a t-shirt, it’s just not his strong suit.
  7. Elsa knew she was in a hot mess when all of her assets were frozen.
  8. When he told his wife not to draw her eyebrows on so high, she looked surprised.
  9. I’m writing a book about the worst beers in the world. So far it’s just a bunch of rough drafts, I can’t take much lager.
  10. After his donut bakery burned down, the baker quit working. He was tired of the hole thing and now his business was toast.
  11. The computer wanted to chip in on a game of poker, but it ran out of cache.
  12. To get the most bang for your buck when celebrating a special occasion, fire works.
  13. I wanted to fly for my next trip, but could get a terminal illness at the airport and forget a flying carpet, that’s too rugged.
  14. The high ranking officer tripped over his own feet in front of the large crowd. It was a Major faux pas.
  15. She started dating the man after he backed into her car. They met by accident.
  16. Never trust a nail, they’re always getting hammered.
  17. Making butter leaves no margarine for error.
  18. Animals never die, they just carrion.
  19. The best sport to play with your ex is tennis since Love means nothing.
  20. Some birds don’t think it’s a aviary big concern, but others worry that Global Worming is a result of fowl play.
  21. She wanted to learn how to drive a stick shift, but couldn’t find the manual.
  22. I had to drink food coloring after losing a bet. Luckily, I’m not sick, but I feel like I’ve dyed a little inside.
  23. It’s hard to find leather workers, all they do is hide.
  24. The juggler is the toughest guy at the circus, he has the most balls.

I’m always thinking of puns using my surroundings or being inspired by other puns, which mean another random puns post is always a guarantee!

Strawberry biPro Protein Cake Recipe

Have you ever used protein powder as a substitute for regular flour in baked goods? I’ve been doing it for years with some bad, some good, and some fabulous results. Luckily, this strawberry protein cake using biPro’s Strawberry Protein Powder really….um, takes the cake!

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Writing the review of biPro’s Strawberry Whey Protein left me craving something full of strawberry goodness to snack on. Maybe share a little with the little one too. A smoothie is easy, but I wanted something I could eat and use as the perfect NuttZo delivery device.

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I’m waiting for you….

Not sure why it always sits right at the window I look out of most often, but it sure does drive me NuttZ…..O!

Back to the protein cake. With no real recipe to follow, I mixed and measured tossed ingredients together and put it all into the oven. The end result was good, but now I had remake it and actually measure. Ugh. You will be happy to know that the second time around came out even better. Hey, measuring does serve a purpose!

BiPro Strawberry Protein Cake

Don’t take my word (or anyone’s word) for it, make it for yourself and taste the proof. Maybe smear a little NuttZo on too.

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Strawberry biPro Protein Cake

by RC Liley

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20 – 25 Minutes

Keywords: bake bread dessert protein powder cake

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (can substitute Greek yogurt)
  • 2 eggs or 1/2 cup egg whites
  • 2 tsp chia seeds
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup coconut flour
  • 1/2 cup biPro Strawberry Protein Powder
  • 1 tsp aluminum free baking powder
  • 15 drops liquid vanilla stevia or 1/16 tsp stevia powder
  • optional shredded coconut as desired

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 F, and line an 8-inch square or round pan with parchment (or grease very well).

2. Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and let sit at least 10 minutes. If batter is too thick, add unsweetened almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time to help mix it better.

3. Pour batter into the prepared pan, and smooth down evenly. Bake 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.

4. Remove from oven and allow to cool at least 10 minutes before devouring each and every protein-packed bite.

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Once you make and devour the protein-packed cake, come back and let me know how you (and, if shared, your friends and family) loved it!

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Make sure to enter my biPro Strawberry Whey Protein giveaway going on until July 18, 2016.

An at-home dad on a mission to keep it real when it comes to food, fun, and raising a healthy, happy family.