Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl with Toasted Coconut Chips and Almonds

This super simple Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl is packed with tons of fresh berries and creamy Greek yogurt. 

Topped with Toasted Coconut Chips and Almonds for crunch, it's a healthy way to start your day!

The summer of 2016 is going to be all about satisfying my cravings. My cravings for food, for life, and for my wardrobe! Living in Michigan I'm just about 90 minutes or so from the beach. The beautiful beaches of Lake Michigan that is! Last year I told my kids we were going to take road trips every few weeks and enjoy the beach, and you know what? We never did it. Not once! Between work and summer sports for my son, the summer flew by and we hand't visited Lake Michigan one. single. time. This year I won't let that happen! I've already marked off some dates on the calendar and we are for sure making day trips to play on the beach and enjoy everything that Michigan has to offer.

As far as my wardrobe cravings, that has needed a bit of help as well! I will admit that I've gained a few pounds this year {and am currently trying to take them off!}, so I wanted a few new pieces that I could feel comfortable in until the weight goes back down. I picked up a few new tops and capri pants, but I also had the opportunity to try something new from prAna. I chose the lightweight, soft and ultra comfy Quinn Dress in the Indigo Lace pattern. It's made from recycled materials and is very stretchy, making it the best little sundress for the summer.

Chocolate Raspberry Protein Smoothies

Start your day the right way with a delicious and nutritious Chocolate Raspberry Protein Smoothie! Made with Greek yogurt, fresh raspberries, and chocolate protein powder, it will give you the energy you need to rock your morning!

We've discussed this before, but I really suck at weekday breakfast. I love, love, love making huge weekend breakfasts for my family, but during the week it seems I'm always in a rush and often skip the most important meal of the day. And you know what? That's bad for me. So, so bad! When I'm sitting at my computer at 11am and I start to yawn and doze off, I know the reason why. My body needs fuel to start my day off right!

I've been making a conscious effort to eat breakfast lately, and smoothies are one of my favorite go-to's. Easy to make, and easy to take on the go, they are light and refreshing and give me just the boost I need. I've been on a binge with these Chocolate Raspberry Protein Smoothies the past couple of weeks. They are super smooth and creamy and very flavorful, and filled with the nutrition that my body needs.

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As a busy mom with two very active teenage sons, some mornings are very crunched for time. I typically make sure they are taken care of first, then worry about myself. That being said, I don't always have time for breakfast. I know, I know...it's the most important meal of the day! But with crazy schedules, and the fact that I'm not very hungry in the morning, I need something for my first meal of the day that's healthy and nutritious, gives me energy, but isn't heavy.

That's where the the new Stonyfield OP Organic Protein Smoothies come in. These smoothies are thick and creamy, satisfying, and give me the boost I need in the morning. Since I'm not really hungry until late morning, these smoothies are perfect for my tummy. I'm drinking my meal instead of eating it!