The challenge & why i'm doing this

What is the challenge?

I am challenging myself to come up with and make 44 unique green smoothies by the end of 2008.   Check out the overview video.

Why am I doing it?

1)      I’m a big greenie fan and I’m looking for the ULTIMATE green smoothie that all ages will love

2)      I want to help make green smoothies more accessible – bring greenies to the masses and help with the greening of America if you will … maybe I’ll even get my dogs Oso and Kona to try one!

3)      I’m curious to see how the daily greenie will impact my diet (I love greenies, but currently don’t drink them daily)

4)      Thought it would be fun – share with existing and new friends, integrate a bit of my life and travels into the challenge ... just mix it up a bit!

Why 44 Days?

Well, I’m 43 and turn 44 in early ‘09 – I thought it would be a fun way to celebrate this double digit birthday by having a whole bunch of new green smoothie recipes to leverage moving forward. Important note – the 44 days won’t be consecutive, I like to travel a lot and have a few trips coming up where I know I won’t be online.  So,I’m building some flexibility into the schedule ;-)

Please participate!

I’d like this challenge to be truly interactive –have a great idea for a green smoothie recipe or just an ingredient you would like me to consider? I’d love to get your comments, feedback and suggestions on future smoothies, and show locations.  Also, would love to hear about your favorite juicebars or restaurants where you have found green smoothies. You can post on the blog or send me email at amya@vitalself.com.