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This Week’s Top 5
As the temperatures begin to cool off I am seeing new products tailored to the change in season everywhere including food, decor, and of course clothes. Here I have rounded up my top 5 things I am loving for this transition into fall. 1. The Bootie. Octagon Wedge Bootie Via Ok, all bootie(y) jokes aside, booties seem to be the hottest shoe for the season. They are comfortable, stylish, versatile and also keep the toes warm in the cool air. Keep an eye out for an upcoming post dedicated to the bootie for the next Fashion Friday. 2. The Mantel. Via Sandansisal.com The change in seasons is always a great excuse to change up home decor…
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Korean Japchae Noodles
Now that school has started and fall activities are in full swing there is nothing I like more than a simple meal to make for the family that is relatively quick and inexpensive. A favorite dish of mine to prepare is Japchae, a Korean noodle dish that uses vegetables, sweet potato noodles, and the option of meat. What I love about Korean Japchae Noodles is that like many other Korean dishes you can use a variety of vegetables interchangeably making this a great way to use up leftover veggies from the fridge. Not to mention this is a very healthy meal which is always a plus for me! The kids love eating these noodles with…
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Cold Brewed Iced Coffee
You know when you want one more jolt of energy but hot coffee sounds… well… too hot? Not to mention I know it sounds lazy but sometimes you don’t want to take out the coffee maker, scoop the grounds, and wait… wait… wait for the coffee to brew (yes, a bit dramatic, I know). The solution? Cold brewed iced coffee. Iced coffee is one of my favorite drinks during the summer to combat the heat. It sounds simple to just brew some hot coffee and pour it over ice. As logical as that sounds, however, it actually creates very poor iced coffee for a couple of reasons. One reason is that pouring a…
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Fashion Friday: The Scarf
As fall season approaches I have begun to look at more fall pieces to add to my closet. A couple of readers have asked for another fall season style post so I will be putting that together very soon. Until then here are some great ideas on how to use an accessory that I think is one of the biggest staple pieces to have in your closet: the scarf. Via Scarves are such a great piece because not only are they versatile but they can also be worn with each seasonal change. With fall I tend to go with the deeper colors and a bit of a heavier texture to combat the cooling temperatures…
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This Week’s Top 5
Hello all! Can you believe it is already nearing the end of August? Where has the time gone? On my mind this past week has been excitement for the activities associated with early fall: MN State Fair, bonfires, football, and of course school. I put together a handful of things that I have been loving as we transition from summer craziness to the cooling fall season. 1. The Sweater. Zip Shoulder Crewneck Tunic Sweater I absolutely LOVE a comfy sweater during the fall season. Simple, so soft, and easy to dress up or down depending on the occasion. I particularly adore this one from Nordstrom because of the color and loose fit. Imagine yourself curled…
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Savory Asian Oatmeal
Oatmeal. Love it or hate it there’s no denying oatmeal is here to stay as being a staple health food. For a long time I struggled figuring out a yummy way to prepare and eat it. However, my sweet tooth always gave in and I would bombard it with brown sugar, butter, and more. Success for my sweet tooth! Epic fail in the health realm. Enter my trip to Vegas a few weeks ago to visit my best friend Aiko. She introduced me to a way to eat oatmeal I had never even thought of and has completely transformed my mornings! How I never thought to incorporate my Korean background into my oatmeal…
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Lime Chicken Enchiladas
You know how some days you want to have your food just cook itself leaving you to sit back and relax? Well, I have come to realize that a slow cooker is about as close to that as I am going to get. The chicken in these lime chicken enchiladas comes out so flavorful, tender, and shreddable (is that even a word?) that I purposely made too much so I could use the leftovers for quesadillas the following day. All it took to make the chicken was throwing the few ingredients in the slow cooker, turning it to high, and walking away. Beautiful! Here are the 4 ingredients for the chicken in the…
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This Week’s Top 5
While summer feels like it is quickly slipping away, there are things I am just not ready to let go of. Here are the top 5 things that I am loving this week and am holding on to tightly as summer is not gone yet! 1. The Summer Dress ‘Renley’ Lace Fit & Flare Dress This dress is light, airy, and a beautiful color. As the cooler temperatures set in this could easily transition to fall with some knit tights and a sweater. 2. The Go-To Summer Food Via MyRecipes Taking out the grill and serving up some burgers is always a summer favorite for our family. What I love about this…
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Fall Season Outfits
This Friday brings an exciting start as the first day of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale that’s open to the public! I am beyond excited to get some shopping in but in the meantime here are some of my favorite fall outfit combinations for Fashion Friday. I even snuck in a combo for the hubs. 1. Date Night. Dress – Gold Bracelet – Blue Clutch– Black Shoe I fell in love with the simplicity of the black and gold combination, especially with those shoes! I added the pop of blue in the clutch to add some color and who doesn’t love a clutch that also doubles as a crossbody? 2. The Workout. Tank – Tennis Shoe– Hoodie – Pants After…
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Green Drink Recipe
Hello everyone and happy Tuesday. Last week I posted a picture of my green drink on Facebook and Instagram and got a lot of questions about what was in it, why I drink it, and how to make it. I thought I would take the opportunity to share what it is with you! There are recipes all over the internet for this green drink and that green drink but the recipe I use is a combination of a couple different recipes I had found online. What is great about a green drink is that you can substitute different fruits and vegetables into the drink based on your own preferences. I warn you that it may not look pretty…
