Postcards From Far Away

The Weekender: No.1

2019-10-05T15:48:00.000-05:00

Happy Saturday!

I had hoped that writing my last post would give me the nudge I needed to get back into blogging. That hasn't been the case. Maybe it's because the things I used to write about are either too private and shameful (my anxieties) or have already been shared on some other platform (my adventures). I was almost convinced that this blog no longer served a novel purpose that wasn't being served by my journal or my social media presence. Then I realized that there was still one thing I could do with this blog -- a weekly, curated collection of my picks from the internet.

This is something that I don't get to do justice in my journaling. I might be really inspired by a piece of art I saw on Instagram or some music I've been listening to on repeat, but I can't really capture it in my journal because of the difference in medium. The Weekender will be my attempt to do so. Let's see how it goes!

October

If there was any doubt before, summer is gone for good and October is here. This song - cheekily released on October 1st - beautifully expresses that carefree feeling that somehow only summer brings. I especially love the bridge:

Paint a picture in my brain, encapsulate the fleetin' feelin'
It ricochets, replace my pain 'til every trace is leavin'
The nerve of autumn time, days flyin' by, every sunrise healin' me
And we're okay, we'll live this way 'til it's done

Hatecopy

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I'm a huge fan of the artist Hatecopy and this piece really captures a pivotal moment in my life this year. Sometimes the answer is NO!

Blair Eadie

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Speaking of October, fall is officially here and I could not be more excited! One of my favorite things about fall is the fashion. Being able to layer up and wear moody colors is all I really want to do. Blair Eadie's new fall collection with Halogen seems to do just that! I might be biased because I'm a huge fan of Blair Eadie, but it's not difficult to be insired by her bold maximalism. Her style makes me feel ready to do my own thing.

Internal Struggles

https://aphraditi.tumblr.com/post/185192843333

I haven't found a better (or cuter!) representation of how I feel most of the time -- caught in the middle. Luckily "destroy myself" is not quite so literal in my case, but it is making choices that I know are bad for me. Or even just abstaining from making choices that are good for me.

Comic Relief

Regardless of whether you're a TSwift fan or not, it's always funny watching people acting loopy. Being a fan just makes this clip even better.

Guilty Pleasures

I think it was the summer between seventh and eigth grade when a friend I met at camp introduced me to Fan Fiction. We're still friends, but I don't know if she realizes what she did for me in that moment. For every time I had read a book and got to the end and wished that there was more, there was suddenly a solution! A miraculous database of works that were written by fans of whatever it was you were looking for - books, movies, tv shows! Since then, I have become somewhat of a fan fiction junkie. It might be months later, but I always eventually return to AO3 or Tumblr to find a story that satisfies my need to devour more Harry Potter or more Mulder and Scully. For years I've felt guilty about this habit, but then I saw this post and felt just slightly better. I think the need to repair the damage becomes apparent when TV shows drag on for no clear reason and introduce unecessary developments to ensure their longevity. So I think I'll forgive myself a little bit for reading fan fiction.

Well, that's all for now. Maybe I'll continue this next weekend!

Once Upon A Time

2019-07-23T09:46:00.000-05:00

~~Hi! Welcome back to my public diary!~~

~~Alas! It is I, your long-lost cruise director!~~

Once upon a time, I used to write posts on this blog semi-regularly, as a method of self-reflection. Since then, I've oscillated between completely deleting any trace of this blog and returning to pouring my heart out on here. But, if you know me and have heard me talk about cleaning my room, you know I'm an emotional pack-rat, so deleting this blog was never a real option. Pouring my heart out, it is!

Just one little problem: I don't remember how to do that in an articulate manner anymore. The landscape of my mind looks something like this:

So I figured I would ease myself in by writing about something that's always on my mind -- movies! I'll admit that it feels a little mediocre to be writing about movies for my "grand return", but whatever works, right? Right.

Recently, I have been taking full advantage of my sister's Amazon Prime account and came across Mystic Pizza. I decided to watch it mainly because I figured I couldn't go wrong by choosing a movie starring Julia Roberts and featuring pizza. While I generally like Julia Roberts' movies, I didn't anticipate just how good Mystic Pizza would be, especially for an 80s movie about three girls and their adventures with love. What I appreciated most was the development of each character and the authenticity of their relationships. Most notably, Daisy's (Julia Roberts) relationship with her mother and her sister Kat felt genuine and true to my personal experiences. I also did not expect to sob along with Kat as she goes through heartbreak.

It is also worth noting that I want to be Kat's best friend. She's an endearing busy bee who loves astronomy, works at a pizza shop and the planetarium AND babysits, and has the cutest smile. This is what I mean about the quality of characters. She can still be an intellectual (She loves astronomy! She listens to Mozart!) while indulging her romantic feelings. And yes, flirting with the married boss is dangerous territory, but you know what I mean. We are often subjected to rather poorly developed female characters on screen, especially in older movies.

Plus, Annabeth Gish does a delightful job of portraying her. In case you're not aware of Annabeth Gish, she went on to play the eldest of President Bartlett's daughters on The West Wing, but more importantly, Agent Reyes on The X-Files. I know, she's amazing.

I could definitely write more about Mystic Pizza, but I think the best way to appreciate it is to watch it!

On my next post, I might write about The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, or I might write about something else. Check back, I guess!

Growing Up

2016-07-02T14:39:00.001-05:00

Wow. It's been a while.

A friend recently reminded me that I have a blog, and that it wouldn't be a bad idea to update it. Crazy concept, I know. So here goes.

I recently finished up my third year of undergrad. I am still holding on - for dear life! haha - to my pursuit of medical school. It's been a rocky journey, but I have learned a thing or two about resilience in the last two years. Here's to hoping that life doesn't have more major lessons planned for me any time soon! Yeah, right.

This summer, I'm splitting time between Minneapolis and Cleveland! I spent the first couple weeks of the summer at home. In the short time I was there, I had the chance to watch my sister go to prom, celebrate Memorial Day weekend with family, try a vegan doughnut, and reconnect with friends. It's always a nice feeling when you can go months (or a year!) without seeing or talking to someone and then pick up right where you left off. Sometimes I want to pat my high-school-self on the back for making good friends. Would that be lame? Probably.

While I was home, a friend and I celebrated National Doughnut Day at Glam Doll Donuts! If you're a Minneapolis native and haven't visited the bakery, I would highly recommend it - especially if you're vegan. The shop is outfitted in a fun, retro vibe complete with a photo booth and the variety of flavors won't disappoint. While we were enjoying our donuts, the line to order was pushing its way out the door.

Now, I'm back in Cleveland. I've been here for around a month and will be for another month or so. I'm starting to hammer down the whole fending-for-myself thing. My weekends consist of cooking lessons on the phone with my mom and I just updated my personal expenses spreadsheet on Excel. Is this what being an adult is like?

Other than growing up, I'm doing research for my capstone, and it's been a positive learning experience. Last week, I was having a conversation with someone about whether I'm more interested in the research side of medicine or the clinical side. Until recently, I would have easily said the clinical side because I really enjoy the doctor-patient interaction, but also because I hadn't had extensive research experience. However, after spending a month doing research on something I'm really passionate about and with the guidance of an invested mentor, it's dawning on me that I also really like research.

Luckily, research hasn't been the only thing Cleveland's good for. Watching the city come alive for the NBA championship and then celebrate the Cavs winning has been unlike anything I've ever seen before. I had never watched an NBA game before this year's championship series, and I found myself getting swept up in cheering the Cavs on. My friends and I watched each game religiously and I felt like my heart would break if Cleveland didn't win the championship. At present, the city is gearing up again. This time, for the Republican National Convention. This is my second time being in the same city as the RNC, but I haven't been this close to the action before. Case Western is renting out housing to the Riot Police and the various medical institutions that litter University Circle are preparing for the worst.

As I reflect on my summer so far, it's hard to ignore the turbulence that has been rocking the world around me. Lately, it seems like the news has nothing to offer other than tragedies, frustrating politics, and further evidence that we are slowly losing our humanity. However, it's also a time when I find myself counting my blessings and trying to be the best person I can be. I have to believe that if enough of us pour out compassion and embrace each other's differences rather than snub them, it might be enough to swallow the hate. Maybe that's all I can do right now.

Sayonara Summer

2014-08-30T14:13:00.003-05:00

It's strange to think that 1 year ago, I was beginning my college career. I can remember almost every detail of move-in, hugging my mother as she leaked a few tears, reassuring my sister that I was only a phone call or FaceTime away. It's strange to think that was 1 whole year ago.

It's Saturday today. I'm done with my first week of classes, and I have been living in Cleveland for 2 weeks now. I'm living in a house this year, with 23 other girls. It's an experience that's turning out to be a pleasant change from dorm living. I enjoy having a full kitchen at my disposal and the cozy feel that this house has. I'm also looking forward to bonding with the girls, which is already taking place!

But as excited and optimistic as I am, it's time for me to say goodbye to summer. Of course, the weather we love is still here, but it's time to exchange my summer mindset for a different one. I had a wonderful time this summer. I had fun reconnecting with friends in my favorite city (I <3 you Minneapolis), eating foods that I missed while I was chained to my meal plan. I spent, collectively, a week in Chicago where I reunited with family, attended an inspiring conference on spirituality for the young adult, and pigged out at Veggie Fest. And to top it all off, I also went Kayaking for the first time.

Sayonara summer, until next year.

My Long-Term, On-Again-Off-Again Boyfriend

2014-08-05T13:52:00.000-05:00

"Pizza: The long-term, on-again-off-again boyfriend who is objectively bad for you but with whom you have face-melting sex. Even though you almost always regret it right after, something about him tells you that you're going to end up together, if only because, when you want him, nothing else will do."

I found this gem about pizza on Thought Catalog and it couldn't be more true. Even BuzzFeed agreed and told me that my soul mate was pizza.

For me, late nights at college equal two things: pizza and coffee. While I've been home, my mom's extra-organic-no-junk kitchen has had me craving. So last weekend, my family and I made homemade pizza! And the bonus? It was healthier than my late night lover.

Time Flies When You're Having Fun

2014-06-17T13:27:00.000-05:00

It's officially summer break for me!! I realize that I haven't posted in quite a while. Since last spring? I think so. But I've had a lot to keep me busy, namely this thing called college. I can't believe how fast freshman year flew by. From an exhuasting, but fun-filled orientation week to the extra biology class I took in May Term, my first year was an adventure. It was the first time I'd been far away from home for such a long period of time with nobody that I knew from before. But I survived!

Just Keep Swimming

2013-03-23T12:15:00.001-05:00

It's that time of year. College decisions are being released, and I don't know about most of you, but I can't help but feel discouraged sometimes. I remember when I was a plucky freshman, motivated and fearless. Where did that Aditi go? I don't know. Part of me feels that she slowly disintegrated as high school got harder and harder. Some of these college decisions seem to squash that Aditi completely out of existence.

I'm one of those people that gets sick easily when I'm feeling especially blue. It's a terrible combination. On Thursday night, after getting another rejection, I came down with a fever. I spent my Friday eating Cream of Mushroom soup and watching Finding Nemo. It was definitely well-timed, because it reminded me:

Maybe it's childish, but remembering this made me feel slightly better.

Literally The Best Thing Ever: The Biological Clock

2013-01-01T15:02:00.000-06:00

Scientists may have discovered the "grandfather biological clock", an enzyme present in most of earth's life-forms that appears to keep us running on an internal 24-hour metabolic cycle, regardless of whether we ever see the sun.

How ridiculously mind blowing is that?

What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?

2012-12-31T10:56:00.000-06:00

College Apps? Check.

2012-12-31T10:51:00.001-06:00

I finished my college apps. I FINISHED MY COLLEGE APPS.

Sorry, it just feels amazing to say that. Now that I'm done, I realize that they aren't even that bad. It's just that they push you to get your shit together. And your future depends on them. But remember this, the college that you go to doesn't determine your success; you do. (I hope I remember this when I'm getting my rejection letters in April).

Here are some things I learned along the way:

1. Be organized. Seriously. I quickly learned that in order to be successful, I had to keep a list of all my colleges and their requirements and deadlines. Trust me, it helped a lot.

2. Be Prepared. Do yourself a HUGE favor and finalize your list of colleges and research their requirements/deadlines before you start senior year. The summer is perfect for casual work, because let's be honest: there will be moments over the summer you're bored out of your mind and need something to do. Make use of that!

3. Don't Stress Out. Easier said than done, I know. But I also know that when I'm stressing out, I can't think clearly. Thinking clearly is vital to doing a good job. Something to help with this: SUBMIT APPS BEFORE THEIR DEADLINES. In case something goes wrong, you won't be reduced to a pile of stress and tears because there's time to hopefully get it fixed.

4. Ask for help! Don't be afraid to approach friends, teachers, counselors! They love helping you and want you to succeed in life. Also, don't put off asking for help until it's too late. If that does happen, better late than never!

5. Celebrate. Every time I finished an app, I found that it was really helpful to reward myself and relax. It kept my motivation going. Just don't go overboard.

Now that I'm done with apps, I have 2 days left to my winter break. I think I might marathon Parks and Recreation...

or do my homework.

Crave

2012-12-08T16:21:00.000-06:00

“Sorry you didn't get a cookie earlier! You can have one when we go back to class,” my friend told me. It was the day after the election and my friend had brought treats to celebrate.

“Don’t worry about it. I can’t eat them anyway, remember?” I replied easily.

I smiled inwardly. Three years ago, the same question would have gotten a different response. The voice replying would have betrayed reluctance and craving. Now, it was automatic.

During my freshman year, after attending a seminar on lacto-vegetarianism, I switched diets. It wasn't that hard to make the decision after listening to the compelling arguments from the seminar. The fact that my parents would try with me, made it considerably easier as well.

The hard part was actually following through. Lacto-vegetarianism involves a diet free of meat, eggs, and gelatin but allows dairy products. Giving up meat wasn't that difficult since my mom didn't like cooking meat anyway. Eggs and gelatin, however, were a completely different story. When I decided to become a lacto-vegetarian, I didn't think about the fact that almost every commonly sold baked treat in America contains eggs. Facing this fact made me question whether or not I could handle my decision.

I started to avoid places more likely to test my resolve, especially the grocery store. It was no longer the place where my sister and I loved going, simply to eat the free kids’ cookies. It was no longer the place where I could nag my mom to buy a box of chocolate sprinkle cupcakes. Instead, every time I walked through an aisle, I could feel food mocking me. The grocery store was suddenly a foreign territory.

However, resistance became easier over time as I became diligent about reminding myself why I became a lacto-vegetarian in the first place. I started to gain the strength to decline whenever I was offered something delicious and sure to contain eggs. I no longer felt my heart break every time one of my friends bought a brownie after lunch. Soon, it was becoming more and more natural not to eat dessert. The next time my mom asked if I wanted to go grocery shopping with her, I thought I couldn't be more ready.

As soon as we entered the store, I knew I was wrong. Right inside the doors, a showcase of cookies had been set up. They were the frosted kind with sprinkles. My favorite. I imagined the doughy feeling between my teeth and smooth frosting on my tongue. My mouth watered. I ran out of the store and back to the car to forget I ever knew what cookies tasted like.

Eventually, my friends intervened. For my sixteenth birthday, I was gifted a 250-page, lacto-vegetarian cookbook.

“Just because you’re a vegetarian doesn't mean you can’t enjoy dessert,” my friend reminded me as I finished flipping through the book. I didn't know whether to cry or laugh. Somewhere along the way I had forgotten that my decision only involved eliminating meat, eggs, and gelatin from my diet– it didn't mean I had to give up my favorite treats!

Immediately, I knew I would make the frosted cookies first. I found the recipe in the book and spent an entire afternoon making my first lacto-vegetarian frosted cookies. When I finally took my first bite, all the tears my sweet tooth had cried since I made the switch melted away. I lavished in the doughy feeling that I had tried to forget. I savored the feel of frosting on my tongue. I was satisfied.

Becoming a lacto-vegetarian was one of the best decisions I've ever made and taught me some crucial lessons. Self-discipline is vital. Don’t lose track of the goal. And most importantly, where there is a will, there is a way.

Postcards From Term 1

2012-11-07T19:36:00.000-06:00

I can't believe I haven't done a Postcard post since August! Actually, I can. Senior year has been absolutely chaotic, and I have slowly come to realize that the phrase, 'IT'S SENIOR YEAR!" doesn't apply unless you are one of the lucky ones that haven't been isolated to a little cave of stress. Nevertheless, there have been some really wonderful moments that make it all worth it. I gained acceptance in the College of Biological Sciences at the University of Minnesota! It's my first acceptance, so I couldn't be happier.

I feel like whenever I write one of these posts, I always end up talking about school or the stress that goes with it. If you know me personally, this is probably no surprise. I just would like to say that even though I freak out about academics, I know that there's more to life and that the college that I get accepted into does not define who I am as a person. I like to do other things too!

Maybe that was more of a reminder to myself.

I hope everyone has had a not-bad term. Enjoy the weekend :)

Bliss in a Bowl

2012-10-16T17:40:00.000-05:00

I just wanted to go home and snuggle with my favorite pillow. We had been in India for an entire month to visit relatives on our first trip back after moving to America. In the beginning, it was fun to meet people I had only seen in photographs. But the magic didn’t last. I was tired of not sleeping in my own bed. I didn’t want to share a room with my parents anymore, because six-year-olds were too old for that.

As soon as we returned from our trip, I ran upstairs to embrace my stuffed animals. That night, I fell asleep contentedly, but something was still off. Things were not yet back to the way they were supposed to be. Jet lag had made me its latest victim.

Every morning, I would wake up around 1 am and crawl into my parents’ bed to discover that they, too, were awake and restless. Yawning, my mother would guide me to the kitchen and together we would go through kitchen cabinets to find something that was light, yet satisfying. We chose Corn Flakes.

Since then, Corn Flakes became somewhat of a companion. In middle school, when girls were bratty and the boy I liked was flirting with someone else, I would come home and console myself by indulging in a bowl of Corn Flakes. In high school, the horrible girls and flirty boys were replaced by stressful classes and ridiculous amounts of homework. After a day of exhaustive lectures and difficult tests, a bowl of Corn Flakes sounded like heaven.

I’m not sure why I had formed an attachment to such a plain cereal. Maybe it was because Corn Flakes didn’t require any special preparation. Maybe it was because they always tasted the same, crunchy and milky all at once, regardless of what was going on in life. Maybe it was because they gave me the feeling that despite all my concerns, everything would be okay. But I have a hunch it was because they reminded me of that week of jet lag when I got to hang out with my parents in the middle of the night and just enjoy a bowl of Corn Flakes.

Common Wealth

2012-09-06T16:22:00.000-05:00

"If we can not end now our differences, at least we can help make the world safe for diversity. For, in the final analysis, our most basic common link is that we all inhabit this small planet. We all breathe the same air. We all cherish our children's future. And we are all mortal."

~ John F. Kennedy

Postcards From August

2012-09-06T16:18:00.001-05:00

I know this post is a tad late, but I wouldn't feel right without publishing it. August was a fun-filled month with many new experiences as well as some traditions. When I look back, I think I made the most of my summer. I'm definitely missing it now, as I'm drowning in homework already, but summer wouldn't be as epic if all year was fun. I hope everyone had a great summer and did as much fun stuff as I did :)

September Music Haul

2012-08-30T10:15:00.000-05:00

So much good music is coming out in the next two months, it's unbelievable.

Here's a mini list of September albums I'll be on the lookout for:

Night Visions by Imagine Dragons - 9.4

North by Matchbox Twenty - 9.4

Sun by Cat Power - 9.4

Coexist by The xx - 9.11

The Spirit Indestructible by Nelly Furtado - 9.18

Battle Born by The Killers - 9.18

Push and Shove by No Doubt - 9.25

Babel by Mumford and Sons - 9.25

Scribbles

2012-08-24T13:08:00.001-05:00

Veggie Fest

2012-08-14T18:15:00.001-05:00

Many of my close friends know that every year for the last three years, my family and I have been going to this event in Chicago called Veggie Fest. So what the heck is Veggie Fest?

VF is one of the largest vegetarian food festivals in North America. It's a family event that lasts two days and includes a huge international vegetarian food court, food demos of new vegetarian recipes, and experts speaking on vegetarianism, spirituality, and healthy living. It also features great live music and activities for the young ones! The cherry on top: Free parking and admission

Many people I know tell me that as a vegetarian, I must only eat salads. Granted, they are joking some of the time, but it's still quite frustrating. At Veggie Fest, it's obvious that vegetarians and vegans need and eat a lot more than salads. We're humans as well! We enjoy many of the same treats and dishes that "normal" people do, just with a few changes to the recipe.

If you're a vegetarian or a vegan, know that there is an amazing annual festival ready to blow your mind.

Oldie, But A Goodie

2012-08-14T17:58:00.003-05:00

I know these are quite old, but I was re-watching this episode while eating breakfast this morning and thought it should be shared. Ellen is one of my favorite TV personalities, and her humor never fails to make me laugh. She is so effortlessly and professionally goofy, and I love that.

Also, Zac Efron is extremely attractive. But everyone knows that.

Enjoy!

Now Playing

2012-08-09T14:06:00.003-05:00

This summer has been one of the best in terms of how much good music has been released, and there's more coming out! There are so many new, and highly awaited, albums coming out in September... but that's for another post. I wanted to share sixteen of my most played songs from this summer because good music is meant to be shared, and also because I haven't done a 'mixtape' type post in a while. All of them are good to listen to do when relaxing, driving, hanging out, etc.

From top left corner:

The Rip Tide - Beirut, Enemies - Hannah Georgas, Tessalate - Alt-J, Old Friend - Sea Wolf

Demons - Imagine Dragons, Lost Dream - Digits, Mountain Sound - Of Monsters and Men, Stars - Fun.

Cat Power - Ruin, High For This - Ellie Goulding, Vagabond - Mandy Lee, Fifteen - Goldroom (feat. Chela)

Sweater Weather - The Neighborhood, Time To Run - Lord Huron, Gone - Sea of Bees, Angels - The XX

Postcards From July

2012-08-05T19:07:00.000-05:00

July passed so quickly, and now I am facing the difficult task of saying goodbye to all my college-bound friends. I'm not sure how I will survive without them, but I wish them all good luck on their higher education endeavors. I will miss all the great times we spent together and look forward to the ones left to come. I can't wait to spend breaks from school catching with some of the greatest people I know.

The Green Smoothie Challenge: Day 5

2012-07-16T11:28:00.000-05:00

I made it! It's been five continuous days of spinach smoothies, and I still can't say I'm sick of it. I plan on doing Days 6 & 7 so that I can say I did it for a whole week, but I won't be able to blog about them.

Today's smoothie is almost a repeat. Almost. I haven't been able to get very creative because we haven't been grocery shopping in over a week. The farmer's market doesn't count because my mom used everything she bought before I had a chance to get my hands on a few berries.

Day 5 Recipe:

2 big handfuls of organic spinach

1 peeled and sliced peach

1 peeled and sliced kiwi

1 tablespoon of honey

1/4 cup of oats

1 cup of water

Yes, this is basically Day 1 except I replaced one of the peaches with a kiwi. I decided that I really liked oats and honey mixed with fruit, so the combo has showed up a few times over these five days.

I'm not sure if anyone tried to make their own spinach smoothie, but I can personally say that I'm glad I did. There are many benefits to making them and I know I felt more energetic and motivated. *They also taste great!

*depends on your combination

How I Feel About My AP Scores

2012-07-15T12:21:00.000-05:00

The Green Smoothie Challenge: Day 4

2012-07-15T12:08:00.000-05:00

My mom was at the farmer's market sometime this week, and brought home some sweet potatoes! Most people don't know this about me, but I relish sweet potato. It is one of my favorite vegetables and I think it deserves a lot more spotlight than it gets.

You have probably deduced by now that I used sweet potato in today's smoothie. You're right.

Day 4 Recipe: 2 handfuls of organic spinach ~ 1/2 banana ~ 1/2 cup peeled, cubed, and boiled until soft sweet potato ~ 1 cup milk ~ 1/2 tsp vanilla extract ~ 1/2 tbsp honey

I'm not sure why, but I decided to use milk today instead of water. I didn't regret it, but the smoothie was just a little thicker than usual. I really liked the overall taste! I think this is definitely one of the better combinations.

The Green Smoothie Challenge: Day 3

2012-07-14T11:05:00.002-05:00

Day 3 Recipe: 2 big handfuls of organic spinach ~ 2 peeled & sliced kiwis ~ 1 peeled & sliced red plum ~ 1 tablespoon of honey ~ 1/4 cup of oats (or your favorite healthy cereal) ~ 1 cup of water

I went back to the fruit and cereal combination because I know it tastes great. I was going to try pairing just kiwis and coconut flakes because a friend of mine recommended it, but I decided against it because my skin probably doesn't need the extra oil. If you do try the coconut combo, please tell me how it tastes!!

The smoothie tasted pretty good overall. It's more tart-like than the Day 1 smoothie due to the kiwis, but I liked it.

Comment and let me know if you have a combo you really like!