Remember The Chew? It’s back. 1. My house smells like Christmas. Already. I’m obsessed with this cinnamon nutmeg candle oil, and have it burning practically all day long. 2. But I can’t help it. I’m feeling the spirit of Christmas early this year. Brett came home to my favorite Pandora Christmas Station blaring through…
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Welcome to The Chew
No recipe today, just some random things about my week and my life and the food in my life. I’m calling it The Chew. Like ABC’s TV show but not really because, well, I’ve actually never watched it. Have you? Anywho, here’s my Chew for the week. 1. I went to a tread class this…
Pumpkin-Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
If you’re anything like me, by Wednesday you’re needing a little sweet something to get you through the rest of the week. These delicious Pumpkin-Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies ought to do the trick. I’m such a sucker for oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and the addition of pumpkin just puts these over the top. …
An Auction for Ruby Jane
My heart has been touched by this sweet baby, Ruby Jane’s story. Ruby had been fighting for her life from about 3 months old, fighting a failing liver and hoping the right liver donor would come along. Sadly, Ruby passed away this weekend. My heart goes out to her family, who has been so positive…
Creamy Blueberry Banana Green Smoothie
Creamy Mango Banana Smoothie better than this one. Creamy Blueberry Banana Green Smoothie Sweet Treats and More 1/2 c fresh blueberries 1/2 banana 1/2 c your choice low-fat vanilla yogurt 1 large heaping handful of spinach 3-4 cubes of ice Toss everything in a blender and let it blend until creamy and smooth! …
Vanilla Bean Paste Winners!
Thanks to everyone who entered the Madagascar Vanilla Bean Paste Giveaway! The three winners, selected by random.org are: #16: Lauren: “Oh wow! Real vanilla makes a recipe! Sign me up!!!” #86: Sarah McGiven: “YUM! I am Abbey Zmoos’ sister and thought this was a great time to say hey! I love your blog and all…
Giveaway Winner!
The winner of the Brooke Bakken Photography Mother’s Day Giveaway, randomly selected through random.org, is #4: Stephanie D: I need to win because my husband and I not had a family picture taken since we were married! Umm…almost 7 years ago. And now we have a little one, so it is needed! Congratulations Stephanie,…
Fit Fridays: Treadmill Blues and an Avocado Obsession….
I am completely over the treadmill. I’m losing my mind AND motivation on that thing. Next week, I’m running the Ragnar Relay Del Sol in Arizona. I can only hope my treadmill training will cut it. And I’m hoping to return to warmer Utah weather. We’ve had a few teasers of nice days this week…
Happy Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day! There’s been a lot of sweets over the last seven days and in case you’ve missed anything, here’s the recap! Chocolate-Hazelnut Smooches Cherry Almond Angel Cupcakes from The Scene From Me. Chocolate Cinnamon Heart Cakes Strawberry Puffcakes by The Girl Who ate Everything Peanut Butter Cream Filled…
Last Minute Super Bowl Sweets and a Very Sweet Week Coming
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. I love celebrating Valentine’s by showering my loved ones with sweet, sugary, and decadent treats. To help get you ready for the big day of love, tomorrow I’m kicking off a 7 days Sweets for Your Sweetheart. Myself, along with a few other bloggers, will be sharing one…