I realized something while on my smoothie-a-day bender: I have a terrible blender. I have one of those blenders that leaves ice cubes in the smoothie when it’s “done”. My blender is very loud too. I’m not talking whirring and annoying, I’m talking extreme buzz saw, airplane taking off noise. I almost feel like I need to write an apology note for my neighbors. And leave them a smoothie. With ice … [Read more...]
Blueberry Nectarine Coffee Cake
I had a wonderful weekend with my parents and my fiance. We went to the zoo, came face-to-face with penguins and an angry monkey, then went home and ate way too much cake...so overall it was a success! Before I hopped in the car, my mom and I whipped up this coffee cake. Let me tell you, it's the best coffee cake I've had in a very very long time! The subtly sweet cake is layered with blueberries … [Read more...]
Fabulously Fit Friday 30
I had a really big week! My fiancé and I proved how adult we are by buying furniture. We finally put a couch in our living room and now thoroughly enjoy sitting in comfort. So adult, right? I also made homemade almond milk! So proud! In other news, I’ve been sucking down Key Lime Greek yogurt like its my job lately. Can that be a real job? Please? Also, if you’re coming up on a … [Read more...]
Carrot Banana Cake
I’ll be honest, I don’t take criticism well. Some people do, but I don’t. Some people take it with a smile, shake their criticizers hand, then go become a ten-times better person. Win. For them. But me? Nope. I keep a straight face. Maybe curl a smile… Then I go home, and melt. And I fixate. I can’t stop thinking about what has been said. Does it make me grow and become a better … [Read more...]
Strawberry-Swirl Honey Yogurt Cake
Strawberry season is upon us! Are you excited?? I am! I’m sure you’ve got your canning jars out and you’re elbow deep in hulled strawberries… Right? Crickets? Well, that’s ok! You can just eat a basket of strawberries as usual and grab a jar of strawberry jam from the farmers market (or store…whatever). I always have big dreams of making jam! I think I even make a … [Read more...]
