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Can you say YUMMY?
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Roasted New Potatoes
I am trying THIS new recipe on Allrecipes.com for roasted new potatoes. In addition to what's on their recipe, I added capers and parmesan cheese. Here is the after picture:
Can you say YUMMY?
Can you say YUMMY?
No Drought
Happy Tuesday! I'm on a little stay-cation this week (which often means a bit more blogging then normal). Anyway, I've been outdoors as much as possible in the last few weeks - SUPing, biking, walking and running. Next up: Beach yoga and SUP yoga. Am beyond thrilled to try both of these! {Read: Like a five year old at Christmas kind of excited!}
As a result of working out outside and on the water so much lately, I've noticed that my skin and hair are a bit dry. Enter stage right --> No Drought Dry Shampoo! This product is simply fabulous! My hair feels clean afterwards and smells better with the grapefruit and lime scent.
As a result of working out outside and on the water so much lately, I've noticed that my skin and hair are a bit dry. Enter stage right --> No Drought Dry Shampoo! This product is simply fabulous! My hair feels clean afterwards and smells better with the grapefruit and lime scent.
Monday, May 12, 2014
Artist of the Week: Brendan James Simplify Album
I am blessed in many ways...but I thank the heavens above daily for my amazing family and friends. Today, one of my college roommates posted on my Facebook wall saying that I should check out Brendan James' new album called Simplify which can be found HERE. She went on to say that his music was inspired by James Taylor and Carlie Simon. Sounds good, right? And if that wasn't enough of a glowing review, another dear friend posted: "I agree w/ J. He is fabulous." So what did I do? Download the album immediately! It's been on repeat (because that's what I do) all day! And I have to say, the album is amazing! I highly recommend it. The video Simplify on his website is also just magical. His music is just soulful. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
Thank you J & P for recommending his new album!! I am a lucky girl to have friends like you!!
Happy Monday y'all!!
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Update: Brendan James is touring this fall. He does house shows and wants to do one in Wilmington, NC. You can read his interview HERE!
Do you like music? Do you want to be a part of a magical evening with cool folks and soulful music? If so, reply below.
Sunday, May 11, 2014
Favorite Summer Things
Hello there! Happy Sunday! Below are a few of my favorite Summer things:
1) JR Watkins lemon spray - I love, love, love anything with a citrus smell and this just makes my entire apartment smell lovely!!
2) Bumble & Bumble mousse - I have thick hair that fortunately for me is very healthy (I know who complains about that, right). Anyway, my hairdresser recently recommended this mousse to give my hair "a bit of grit" as she said to hold curl better. I am seriously digging it!
3) All things No.7 - read THIS BLOG to learn more about it! I swear I can tell a difference after 2 weeks. I can only imagine the difference after 4 weeks. And if you can't afford the serum, day cream and night cream which is $64.99 for the set, then just get the serum and apply it under your sunscreen.
4) Light blue perfume - It's a fabulous light scent for the summer! Light Blue by D&G has been a staple for me for YEARS!!! Love, love, love it!!
5) Fold up beach/ picnic mat - I am beyond obsessed with these things! They are great for a day at the beach or a picnic AND it can easily be cleaned!!! I found this one at Target but bought mine at Bed, Bath & Beyond a few years ago!!
6) Cover Girl Lash Blast mascara - I've tried other mascaras but always go back to this one. And the true test -> I put it on one eye and compare the difference (obviously I eventually put it on the 2nd eye).
7) I've been searching for the PERFECT red lipstick. Lo and behold, I found something even
better -->L'oreal Infallible Le Gloss red fatale. It's actually better because it's a lip gloss which I like better and it's 8 hour (yes, I know). I have to say that it's FANTASTIC!
What are some of your favorite Summer things? (I mean besides Kool-aid - that is on everyone's list, right?) :0
1) JR Watkins lemon spray - I love, love, love anything with a citrus smell and this just makes my entire apartment smell lovely!!
3) All things No.7 - read THIS BLOG to learn more about it! I swear I can tell a difference after 2 weeks. I can only imagine the difference after 4 weeks. And if you can't afford the serum, day cream and night cream which is $64.99 for the set, then just get the serum and apply it under your sunscreen.
5) Fold up beach/ picnic mat - I am beyond obsessed with these things! They are great for a day at the beach or a picnic AND it can easily be cleaned!!! I found this one at Target but bought mine at Bed, Bath & Beyond a few years ago!!
6) Cover Girl Lash Blast mascara - I've tried other mascaras but always go back to this one. And the true test -> I put it on one eye and compare the difference (obviously I eventually put it on the 2nd eye).
7) I've been searching for the PERFECT red lipstick. Lo and behold, I found something even
better -->L'oreal Infallible Le Gloss red fatale. It's actually better because it's a lip gloss which I like better and it's 8 hour (yes, I know). I have to say that it's FANTASTIC!
What are some of your favorite Summer things? (I mean besides Kool-aid - that is on everyone's list, right?) :0
Tuesday, May 6, 2014
Every one of us knows fear
Below is yet another quote from this fabulous book I am reading:
"Every one of us knows fear. So well! It encircles us like flies around ox dung. It puts animal to flight. They bolt and run or fly or swim until they believe themselves safe or until they keel over dead from exhaustion. Humans are no wiser. We see that there is no place on earth where we can hide from fear, yet still we attempt to find one. We strive for wealth and power. We abandon ourselves to the illusion that we are stronger than fear. We try to rule - over our children and our wives, over our neighbors and our friends. Ambition and fear have something in common: neither knows any limits. But with power and wealth it just as with opium I sampled more than once in my youth - neither keeps its promises. Opium never brought me eternal happiness. It only demanded more and more of me. Money and power do not vanquish fear. There is only one force more powerful then fear."
Read that a second time - go and do it! It's got a TON of good nuggets in it! HERE is the first quote I posted from this lovely book.
"Every one of us knows fear. So well! It encircles us like flies around ox dung. It puts animal to flight. They bolt and run or fly or swim until they believe themselves safe or until they keel over dead from exhaustion. Humans are no wiser. We see that there is no place on earth where we can hide from fear, yet still we attempt to find one. We strive for wealth and power. We abandon ourselves to the illusion that we are stronger than fear. We try to rule - over our children and our wives, over our neighbors and our friends. Ambition and fear have something in common: neither knows any limits. But with power and wealth it just as with opium I sampled more than once in my youth - neither keeps its promises. Opium never brought me eternal happiness. It only demanded more and more of me. Money and power do not vanquish fear. There is only one force more powerful then fear."
Read that a second time - go and do it! It's got a TON of good nuggets in it! HERE is the first quote I posted from this lovely book.
No. 7
So, did you get the memo that I am living at the beach? If not, you may be living under a rock (or not really following me on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook)! :0
Anyway, as the weather gets warmer, I've noticed that my skin and hair is really dry which is new for me. And as a true digital geek, I did tons of research online about inexpensive, but effective face products that are super hydrating. Ultimately, I decided to try No. 7 face products (which are exclusively sold at Target). Initially, I decided to buy a three pack of products that included a daily serum, day cream and night cream (retail is $59.99). Below is a pic:
After 10 days, I am hooked honestly. My face is so much more hydrated AND more importantly I can see the difference already. Anyway, I actually sold a lady on No. 7 in aisle tonight (as I was buying a daily facial wash and mask by No. 7). Yep, that seriously happened. I told her my story and gave a glowing endorsement for the products. Below are pics of what I bought tonight:
I would HIGHLY recommend the No. 7 products. Question - do you have any hydrating products you like for your body and/ or hair? Please - do tell!
Anyway, as the weather gets warmer, I've noticed that my skin and hair is really dry which is new for me. And as a true digital geek, I did tons of research online about inexpensive, but effective face products that are super hydrating. Ultimately, I decided to try No. 7 face products (which are exclusively sold at Target). Initially, I decided to buy a three pack of products that included a daily serum, day cream and night cream (retail is $59.99). Below is a pic:
After 10 days, I am hooked honestly. My face is so much more hydrated AND more importantly I can see the difference already. Anyway, I actually sold a lady on No. 7 in aisle tonight (as I was buying a daily facial wash and mask by No. 7). Yep, that seriously happened. I told her my story and gave a glowing endorsement for the products. Below are pics of what I bought tonight:
Monday, May 5, 2014
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