{ Wednesday Wisdom: Smell the Roses }

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So sorry I didn't post until so late... Today has been pretty hectic. Running from place to place... Lots of driving in lots of traffic... yuck! Constantly thinking of all the things that need to get done in the little/no time left in the day. I decided that on days like this it is good to be reminded to stop and smell the roses. Goodnight everyone!

{ Mood Board: Cafe Latte }

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It's Monday and so I am going to try and start posting Mood Boards to offer inspiration for the week ahead! Have a great day!

{ Fur & Floral Outfit of The Day }

Fur Vest: Thrift Store (similar) | Bell Sleeve Top: Boutique in Santa Barbara (similar)

{ Favorites: Fitbit }

It's Friday!

I promised that I would talk some more about Fitbit today so here it goes...

Fitbit Flex (the version I own) is a wristband that tracks your steps, sleep, water intake, activities, calories burned, weight, and more! I have had mine for about 6 months and have been really enjoying it! It is waterproof and easy to wear with any outfit... as they have an assortment of colored bands to choose from! I do love options! You can sync it with your Fitbit app on your phone to receive real-time information about where you are throughout the day. Fitbit is an easy and fun way to get active and healthy.

{ My Fiesta Mashup Recipe }

* Mashups *

This past year, in an effort to eat healthier, I have been obsessed with making mashups! What is a mashup? Well, like any professional chef, I began by searching the fridge and pantry to see what I had to work with... Random cans of beans, a bag of quinoa and an assortment of veggies... So I began mixing together whatever I could find that I thought may taste good combined... The mashup was born! 

No two mashups are alike! I love that. Totally customizable based on what ingredients you have or what your in the mood for!

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{ Redeemed Girl }

Hey everyone! Happy Wednesday! Yesterday, I was going through Instagram and ran across one thing that led to another that led to another... you know how that always seems to happen. Eventually I found this really neat company called Redeemed Girl Ministries. 

Marian Jordan Ellis is the author, speaker and founder of Redeemed Girl Ministries. She is a wonderful lady who has made these great podcasts about God, the Bible, questions you may have, etc. She also has these beautifully designed scripture memory cards available for sale. She does a year long study of memorizing scripture that you can follow along with by using the cards and/or watching the podcasts online. I started listening to some of the podcasts on my phone while I was on a walk yesterday and I am really enjoying them! Her videos are so relatable and inspiring! The perfect call to action for me to really start learning the Word and keeping it in my heart. I highly recommend checking it out and following along this year, as we memorize scripture so that we can truly have God's Word in our hearts.

This was one of the cards that she has spoken about so far. Hope you enjoy!

"I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. And I will put my Spirit in you and move you to follow my decrees and be careful to keep my laws."

Ezekiel 36:26-27

{ Wednesday Wisdom: Keep Inspiring }

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{ Birthday Card Craft }

* Happy 91st Birthday Gammy! *

Handmade birthday cards always add character to someone's special day! Taking the time out of your day to make an extra special keepsake... If someone you know has a birthday coming up, or you just want to tell them how much you love them, send me a pic and I will share them on the blog! 

We love you soooo much Gammy! Through her 91 years (and counting) she has touched the lives of so many! She is an amazing cook, never letting anyone go hungry... EVER! Always has Butter Pecan ice cream in her fridge and opens her doors to anyone who needs a place to stay the night... Amazing! Oh and did I mention she has babysat my brother and I for the past 18 years. Yes, and she still does! Well, hopefully this card makes it to the piano with all of the other family photos, holiday cards and special mementos. 

Hope everyone is having a great day!

{ Vibrant Workout Outfit of The Day }

Champion Raspberry Long Sleeve Tee | Champion Green Berry Short Sleeve Tee

My favorite way to exercise? WALKING! Every night and weekend morning (when I don't have to get up to go to school) I take Cooper on a long walk around town... A great way to get me out of bed (and do something productive). Cooper demands it and so does my Fitbit! (I will be talking more about the Fitbit on Friday so check back!)

On another note, I wanted to tell you about these two workout outfits that I got for Christmas. The raspberry long sleeve is perfect for night walks or cooler mornings... Green berry short sleeve tee for afternoon! Both are lightweight and easy to wear... and they keep you cool! Nobody likes to be all sweaty! Best of all, they are from Target! Who doesn't love Target?!

{ Cinnamon Apple Brown Rice Recipe }

Hey everyone! I wanted to share this easy, healthy and yummy breakfast idea with you. Fast and simple to make (and store) it will be ready whenever you are! All you need is:

One Serving:

1 cup cooked brown rice
1/4 cup original unsweetened almond milk
1/2 an apple; cubed
1/8 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/4 tsp cinnamon
handful of almonds; chopped

Combine. Cook over medium heat until most of the almond milk is absorbed. (Feel free to add more or less almond milk depending on how thick you like it)... Serve in your favorite cup or bowl... and enjoy!

I love that it is healthy yet super tasty, and keeps you full all morning! Make a big batch and store it in the fridge for a fast breakfast or even dessert, you can simply heat up.

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