Fabulous Finishing Fridays

For the past week or two I’ve been feeling somewhat under the weather.  I haven’t felt ill per se, just not myself. The over-analyzer in me has been racking my brain, questioning my soul, and seeking answers as to why I’ve been feeling this way.  The answer, though, has nothing to do with analysis, and…

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Guest Post: Pistachio and Fig Panna Cotta

I am incredibly honored to host one of my best “blogging buddies” today for a guest post.  A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to post for her, and now she has reciprocated.  The more I learn about Naz, the more I discover commonalities and traits that we share ~ and the more I…

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Awesome Ending Fridays

What are 10 awesome things about YOUR week? 1.  Three-Day Weekends.  Labor Day is here! 2.  Exotic Meat BBQs…more on this to come. 3.  Jason Seib and Sarah Fragoso – Everyday Paleo workshop in Denver was fantastic ~ “epic” ~ awesome. 4.  Big, Warm, Cozy Sweaters.  I love the arrival of autumn for many, many…

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Debunking the Duds: 10 Reasons You Need Cholesterol

In this day and age we are inundated with “duds” of information.  One study says this, another study says that.  This week we should drink coffee, but last week it was evil.  Last week dark chocolate was the key to health, but next week it will be your ultimate death, right?  Basically, no matter what,…

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Bologna Classic Bolognese

I don’t typically use cookbooks, nor do I follow recipes for that matter.  In fact, I find myself absolutely incapable of following a recipe. It’s a family thing –  I suppose.  My mother shares the same trait.  Recipes and cookbooks are for inspiration only.  We both adore a lazy afternoon spent thumbing through the gorgeously…

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Stress is SO Unattractive

As a psychology major in college and an individual who is highly interested in research and analytical studies, I am no stranger to the fact that we, as human beings, are innately attracted to “The Fertile Myrtle” – meaning, we are subconsciously drawn and attracted to those who can most successfully produce healthy offspring.  We can’t…

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Have You Lost Your Mind?

I touted a vegan (well almost – the occasional piece of fish was seen crossing my lips) for almost 8 years.  During that time, I remember thinking nothing of it, in terms of the way I felt.  I simply felt the way I felt and that’s the way it was supposed to be.  Then one…

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Better Butter Chicken

Alisa told me this was one of her favorites and that I would love it.  Oh boy was she right!  This was fantastic! In fact, the aroma wafting through the house was so darn amazing that I simply chose not to take the time to photograph (that seems to be happening a lot these days)….

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