Hullo there! I hope this fine sunny day (if it’s summer where you live) is treating you with much love today. And thank you so so so much for your feedback on the last post. I guess I’m not the only one who feels funny when they receive such comments. 
Ahem. Hey guys…check it out. I’ve got some skills [not] with making blog headers! I hope I’m not the only one who’s grinning as wide as a little kid whenever I lay eyes upon my new header. 
Surprisingly, it was a lot easier than I thought! But I did keep going back and forth with the different designs that I came up with. Admittedly, they are quite amateur looking and if a professional web designer saw them, he or she would scoff at my web designing incompetence.
But hey, baby steps right?!
These are the different styles I came up with:
Do any of these headers stick out to you? And if so, do you think the one I have currently should stay or go?
By the way, have any of you ever watched the movie Little Rascals? (Sorry I’m asking too many questions)
Oh my goodness. This used to be one of my favorite movies of all time! I love the kids’ adorable expressions and when they sing “I got a pickle I got a pickle, I got a pickle, hey hey hey!”. Hence, the silly title of this post. Hehe.
Now it’s time for a WIAW post y’all!
Make sure to link up your own eats and workouts if you blog. And if you don’t, share with us just what you’ve been up to. 
Breakfast
Yesterday’s grocery haul included a ton of organic fruit from Whole Foods, which happened to include some fresh figs. I just love figs so much, especially when they’re juicy and super sweet. My favorite way of eating them is on top of a Greek flat bread with feta cheese and honey, just the way I had it at Kentro Greek Kitchen back a few months ago.
Today’s breakfast was a stack of buckwheat pancakes (oh how I’ve missed those) with caramelized figs on the side, and smeared with peanut butter, maple syrup, and the best coconut oil I have ever tried. More on that later.
I have to say though…I much prefer eating figs fresh rather than caramelized on the pan. I guess it would be good if it’s baked in the oven though.
Vanilla Biscotti coffee has been our pick of the week, and although it’s a really delightful taste, it doesn’t taste anything like biscotti. Sowie Folgers!
Lunch
Today’s lunch was plain stellar because it included so many wholesome ingredients. A baked yam with melted Muenster cheese and avocado, paired with a tuna salad was just perfect and refreshing. The tuna salad included a bit of greek yogurt, a teaspoon of mayo, and ground mustard.
Somebody was obsessed with my fishy meal and kept following me everywhere! Confession: I’m one of those evil pet owners who like to tease their pets with food. Muahhaaaa it’s just too cute and funny to resist.
Snacks
[Courtesy of the Android]
You wanna know what Greg’s favorite snack is? A fruity bowl of yogurt with honey. It’s really great that he loves it as much as I do because I can make a whole batch of it in one sitting and he has his bowl as I eat mine.
I told you that even people who are most apprehensive to healthy eating can change their minds!
Have you tried the Über Larabar yet? This stuff is amazing. I think I like it way more than the original Larabars because it’s a bit crunchier and it’s filled with nuts. I highly recommend this if you are hungry and on the run.
And about that coconut oil I was talking about…
Dr. Bronner’s makes the best coconut oil that I’ve ever tried by far.
It’s super tasty and smells sweet rather than “pungent”, as many other brands tend to have sort of a soapy scent to them. Or is it just me who thinks that?
I got the one with the milder taste while I was shopping at Whole Foods, and I can say that I feel a wee bit excited to make some healthy treats with this little treasure.
Have you tried coconut oil and are you a fan of it?
What are some of your favorite treats that include coconut oil?
Love,
Ellie <33
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All of the headers look amazing! (but honestly, I think the one that includes the ocean shot is my favorite)
It should come as no surprise that we love Little Rascals and any song having to do with pickles…
LOL. the pickle song….
Gorgeous new heading! And oh gosh, Little Rascals! I think I only saw it once; I preferred Bugsy Malone
(“Anybody who is anybody will soon walk through that door!” Lalala! Jodie Foster as a kid and all!)
aw man–I haven’t seen Bugsy Malone! But I really want to now~I love those old movies that are just filled with fun cuteness. Greg and I have been watching Forrest Gump again and it never gets old….ahh!
What a yummy day of eats… especially those pancakes!
I just bought coconut oil, but not sure what to make with it. Any yummy ideas???
Hey Jessie!~ Ooooo sooo many great things to make with this magical oil.
You can definitely stir fry with it, or just mix it in cupcakes and muffins. OR you can make healthy, sweet raw treats. There’s a ton of great recipes out there, and I think I have some that are pretty good? haha, not to toot my own horn-but I do like some of the healthy treats I made with coconut oil.
Wowza!! You DO have some mad skills!! Love the new look!! Virtual high five
Umm I wrote a lot more than that but this airport wifi is not cooperating w me ugh! Shall try again
I like all the headers! They are great!
ummm…so yea…after 11 hours at the airport we’re back at home…sigh…we’ll try again tom.
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Anyway, sorry for these incomplete comments..here’s what I wrote the first time around (to the best of my memory)…
I really like all of them, but if I HAD to choose, I like the first or the last one. The picture of you by the ocean looks like a scene from a 드라마! 분이기 있구려
I used to hate coconut oil (or that’s what I told myself bc of the high fat content, even though it’s the good kind), but now I can’t get enough of it!
Ooh! “Let It Rise!” What an amazing song! Haven’t sang it in awhile…But seeing the lyrics brings back memories!
I’ve only had the dried figs until recently, when one of the lady from our women’s group brought some fresh ones to the meeting. I had like 5! They tasted WAYY better than the dried ones! I’m so ashamed of myself though. I don’t think everyone got to have one due to my selfishness and lack of self-restraint. Anyway, those pancakes look so delish! 못하는게 없어요 우리 예쁜이
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man I hope it works out smoothly and with flyin’ colors today Min! hahaha you are just so cute and awesome Min. Thanks for trying hard to comment
And I agree that the ocean one has boon-ee-geeh, but I ended up not liking the writing on it! And it’s so crazy how we can be scared even of good nutrients like fats when they’re actually helping us along the way.
ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ 언니도 못하는게 없는갸!! 혹시 L.A. 로 오는 이유 있을거에요?
Hehe..I actually don’t have any family or friends out there, 하지만 우리 Ellie 씨 보러 한번 갈까용?
Wow! Ellie, look at you! Practically a professional graphic designer over here
I love the one you have up now, but I ESPECIALLY love the last one with the yoga mat, figs, and your title in the center. So creative you are!!
hehehe you’re too sweet Britt! heyyy that rhymes–it’s destiny for you to be sweet
And I took yours and others’ opinions into consideration and changed it! I do really like that one too because it shows fitness too 
I really like the last header!
Mmm so those pancakes look crazy good – you know you will have a good day when it starts off with pancakes.
I love all the new headers, and especially the soft focus vintagey look. However, I’m definitely loving the one of the four panels, with one shot of the ocean, and the delectable treats. I’ve never tried coconut oil before, although there is a vegan restaurant (Bonobos) near where I live in NYC that has a “young coconut shake,” basically nothing but coconut puree and it tastes very rich and creamy. Strange to think there’s no dairy inside.
ohhh so you’ve noticed about the vintagey look! hehe, thank you thank you.
I love the ocean one too but I ended up disliking the writing on it. And that shake sounds so amazingly rich~I’d love to give it a try. I bet it’s super thick though huh?! ps: give coconut oil a try girl! Just read reviews on which brands taste best.
Hi Ellie! I really like the header you chose. I like that it centers on the blog name. I loooooove coconut oil! I burn a hole in my wallet from buying it so often, and I use it in everything! It’s especially delicious in raw desserts!
I usually buy the Trader Joe’s brand because it’s the cheapest.
i like the idea of making tuna salad with greek yogurt! i should try that. and i get the whole foods extra virgin expeller pressed coconut oil and it’s fabulous.
The header looks amazing! You’re so good. Love the colors.
They all look great! Guess I know who to contact whenever Im interested in a new header
Elle I love your new headers! I need a new one too! I like the first and last one’s, I’m kind of partial to horizontal layouts
You go girl! I like the first one best
I made my header also : )
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