It's rainy and gloomy here, and nothing sounded better than a chewy oatmeal raisin cookie. I had been searching for a good gluten free recipe to try out. One that I knew would make chewy cookies. I found this super simple recipe at Farm to Table that uses real ingredients. If you are going to… Continue reading Chewy Gluten Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
This past weekend, I headed down for a short visit with some girlfriends in Austin. One of my bffs from high school recently bought a house in north-west Austin, and it was a chance for a much needed girls weekend! Saturday morning, I had a quick breakfast of vanilla Greek yogurt, sliced strawberries, raspberries, and… Continue reading Gluten Free Travels: Austin, TX
I feel like it's been forever since I have posted. Work has been intense, but now the students are off for spring break and I'm looking forward to a more low-key week ahead! (even if I do have to work). This weekend I'll be heading to visit a friend in Austin, TX. I'm looking forward… Continue reading Week Recap: Nature, Pizza, and Packing
This past Friday, Nick and I headed out for happy hour at a new pizza place that just opened up. I am always looking for delicious gluten free pizza options, and this place did not disappoint! Spin Pizza has a great causal vibe. They have a ton of local beers on tap, including a cranberry cider which was really… Continue reading Gluten Free in Dallas: Spin Pizza
After my crazy work schedule in January, I treated myself to a new planner for the 2016 year! I've had my eye on an Erin Condren planner for a while, but I couldn't justify spending $50 on a planner. I finally gave in, and I'm so glad I did! It was like opening a… Continue reading I finally bought one!- Erin Condren Planner
Happy Monday! I know I have a long work-week ahead of me, and I'm trying to set a positive mood. The weather is supposed to be gorgeous this week, even getting up to the 80's! My goal is to focus on healthy eating and fitting in exercise. I did a big grocery shop this weekend… Continue reading Valentine’s Day and Prep for the Week
I just got back in town from cold and windy Indianapolis for a work trip. I am so happy to be back in Dallas. We are going to have nice weather here later this week and I'm ready to have a relaxing weekend! It's so hard to eat healthy when traveling, especially when you already… Continue reading Gluten Free Travels: Indianapolis
I'm just getting over a bad cold. Nothing stalls a workout routine like getting sick. On top of that, I was sick during some beautiful weather we had this weekend. Highs were in the mid 70s! Thankfully, I am feeling much better and squeezed in a strength training workout last night after work. Nothing makes… Continue reading Easy Tomato Basil Soup & Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese
While watching The Kitchen on Food Network Sunday morning, I came across a simple, delicious, and healthy stuffed pepper recipe- Picadillo Stuffed Peppers . I consider Florida my home away from home, since I've spent time there almost every year since I was born, so I'm a sucker for Cuban food. Picadillo in particular is one… Continue reading Picadillo Stuffed Peppers
Happy Monday! As happy as one can be on a Monday... I spent Sunday prepping for the week so that there is little excuse not to eat well or work out each day. Meal prep and planning, laying out work out clothes, and prepping for morning smoothies all happened yesterday. To make sure I can… Continue reading Prepping for a Successful Week
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