a few of my favorites

I haven't been posting too many new recipes lately because we've mostly been eating tried and true… [more]

a few of my favorites a few of my favorites

just a few new finds

I don’t have too much time to blab on today, as I’m trying my darndest to focus on my proposal, … [more]

just a few new finds just a few new finds

learning to un-plan

Last night was a wonderful example of good things that can happen when I don’t plan all the time! … [more]

learning to un-plan learning to un-plan

going crazy with CSS

Whew!  I’ve been trying to work on designing the new template for many hours today and I think my… [more]

going crazy with CSS going crazy with CSS

it’s already Friday?

Usually the weeks just draaaaag for me, but for some reason this one flew by!  Maybe because it was… [more]

it’s already Friday? it’s already Friday?

southern safari

After a lazy morning, and a quick stop at Chik-fil-A for lunch, we all headed to Lazy 5, a local animal… [more]

southern safari southern safari

new favorite

Happy Wednesday!  I just found my new favorite squash and it’s name is KABOCHA!!! I was first… [more]

new favorite new favorite

Carbs are good

Yes! Carbohydrates are an integral component to an active lifestyle, especially for endurance athletes. … [more]

Carbs are good Carbs are good

it’s really over

My first realization to the end of summer was the giant chunk of change that was gone from my pocket… [more]

it’s really over it’s really over
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Spring is definitely here!  It’s such a nice time of year and I love all the new, colorful produce that will be in season.  Spring is great for fresh salads and lighter fare and this one fits the bill well.  Sweet strawberries in season are my fav!  There is nothing like fresh mint to really give a recipe some fresh zing. [More Yum →]

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raw chocolate macaroons

by Kristen :) on April 21, 2013

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Since eating more fermented foods, I don’t really have too much of a sweet tooth like I used to after dinner. I used to always want a little something sweet!  Still, occasionally, I do love a good piece of rich, super dark chocolate or something that is not loaded with sugar and artificial ingredients.  Chocolate macaroons are the perfect treat or on-the-go snack.  These have a super rich chocolate flavor using raw cacao and I added a special spicy kick using cinnamon and cayenne. It really works well with the chocolate for a ‘Mayan’ flair.

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zukay live foods review

by Kristen :) on March 31, 2013

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Chris and I have been making and consuming lots of fermented foods and drinks.  It’s so much fun to make them and they are super beneficial to boot.  I was very excited when I received some Zukay Kvass to try.  While we do try to make our own fermented foods most of the time, because it is usually cheaper, it’s always nice to have an easy back-up ready in the fridge.   [More Yum →]

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beautiful florida wedding

by Kristen :) on March 28, 2013

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Hello friends!  I had the privilege of being in a good friend’s wedding this past weekend in St. Pete’s Beach and it was absolutely stunning! Chris was able to come along too and we really enjoyed it.

I got in Thursday evening and helped the bride get a few more last minute things done…   [More Yum →]

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