candy stripes

Hand-me-downs are my favorite.

The wow factor in this dress? POCKETS!

hello pumpkin

I made this healthy pumpkin smoothie today and it was ah-mazing!

1/2 cup pumpkin mix
1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
2 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp brown sugar
1/2 cup ice

http://www.healthygreenkitchen.com/healthy-pumpkin-shake.html

Congratulations Grads!
Although I'm one semester in the wake, I felt a part of the ceremony this weekend.
I'm proud of my friends that graduated with bachelors and masters degrees.

whoppie!

Next on the agenda...Red Velvet Whoppie Pies!

my holy book

enough said.
And this is my favorite little trinket.

Hot Babes Bakery...pt 2

Tonight I made muffins, with a spin on them. Instead of using sour cream, I used plain greek yogurt (healthier, not as sour), and instead of using just blackberries, I used a combination of blackberries, cherries, strawberry, raspberries, and blueberries. They turned out moist and sweet! 

http://simplyrecipes.com/recipes/blackberry_muffins/

bubbly toes

With it being 90 degrees outside, I think it's the perfect time to share what I like to think is the best gelato I've ever had. However, I've only had two kinds...but this is the best so far. Talenti Gelato is by far the creamiest, smoothest, and most honestly flavorful.

This picture is from my first time trying gelato, at my 21st birthday BBQ in NC

For healither options, they also have sorbetto.

hello, I love you

The only time I approve of any beverage or merchandise from Starbucks is under three conditions:

1) If you have a gift card from the holidays/birthday/etc. (free)
2) If they are giving out samples (free)
3) If you buy the merchandise at a thrift store...two for 79 cents (nearly free)

Otherwise, I steer clear of the $4 cup of joe, even if it is tasty.

HOT BABES BAKERY

Hot Babes Bakery, AKA, my kitchen (even though I'm not baking today).
It's time for a mini fiesta with spinach wrapped sweet potato and black bean tortillas!
My favorite thing is the combination of flavors: sweet potato, sweet corn, red bell peppers, mexican cheese, black beans, cilantro, and tomatoes. It's healthy, filling, and easy to make.

the warmth

Hello my blog readers. As seasons change, I like to go through my closet. I have one rule: If I haven't worn something in a year, it goes. I usually sell it or give it to Kelsey. This means more room for new stuff to trade (at a consignment store).

On my wish list:

1. lightweight scarves with fun prints

2. golden aviators

3. no break in my budget

What else is on the menu for summer? 

Lightweight fragrance (that I already have). Victoria's Secret Cashmere Vanilla Jasmine

And minimal makeup, with pink lip stains: (Revlon)

Also, this little scrublet will change the way you think about washing your face. It's uber-soft and rubbery and gets every trace of dirt, oil, and makeup out of your pores. It's quite the invention.

part 2

woo! someone got ahold of my camera