Friday Finds

I have two choices.

I can ramble about something uninspired so as to not jump right into my Friday Finds.

Or I can just do this thing so I can go eat a really big bowl of cookie dough ice cream.

I think you know what I'm gonna pick.


My sister is OBSESSED with dinosaurs.  Yeah, she's 25.  So what.  I'm just excited to have found her Christmas present early this year.

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I'm just going to chant this to myself over and over again on my long run tomorrow.

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I'm going to slowly ease you into my Christmas obsession.  I'll start with this freaking cute pizza.

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Jalapeno Cornbread Poppers.  Ole!

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If my husband would let me, I would decorate my whole house in yellow.  Instead, the kitchen is my decorating domain.  I want these.  Like, yesterday.  Go QVC!

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Runner's World is one of the best resources for anything runner related.  Here's a great article I stumbled upon about the importance of deep breathing during runs.  Super fascinating!  <~~nerd alert

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I really really REALLY want a pair of compression socks for my long runs and recovery.  Everyone in blogland seems to really love Pro Compression.  These argyle socks are SO CUTE.  AND!  You can get 40% off plus free shipping when you use the code SOM912.  Christmas is coming!

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Sorry, I'm really trying to refrain from Christmas-y things.  But... I'm... so.... weak....... White Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes.

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Lastly- something neat to make!  With little effort!  Winning!

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Have a lovely weekend!

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Hey-o!  It's Friday.  The Friday before Halloween.  That means......

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No, no wait.  I'm sick and will probably spend the night eating Frosted Mini Wheats on the couch watching Madagascar 3 for the millionth time.

As much as I am obsessed with love Fall, I have never been a big Halloween fan.  I don't like scary movies, I'd rather eat cupcakes than candy bars, and finding a costume feels like a chore.

It's okay, I already know that I'm no fun.

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Though I will say, that having kids makes Halloween a little, teeny, tiny bit more endurable......

Ummm, yeah.  I'd say seeing my beautiful Cinderella makes Halloween seem pretty ok :)


Onto Friday Finds!


These.  Sneakers.  So obnoxious.  So beautiful.  So obsessed.

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Since it's almost Halloween- here's a list of 24 easy and spooky Do It Yourself party ideas!  This little ghost is my favorite.

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You may not know this about me, but, Snickerdoodles are my absolute favorite cookie of all time.  Joel says this is boring.  I say, he's dumb.  So of course, these Snickerdoodle stacks caught my little eye.  The recipe has you using refrigerated sugar cookie dough, but you could most definitely use your favorite SD recipe.

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Let's take a break this week from clothes that cost a small fortune and go with something a little more frugal.  Cheaper, yes.  Freaking cute, yes.  Sounds like a winning combo to me.  Go Old Navy!

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Fall = Pie.  It's science.  This recipe is worth making if only for the caramel whipped cream.  What was that?!  Yeah, I'll say it again, CARAMEL WHIPPED CREAM.

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Would you like to work off some of that deliciousness?  Look no further than one of my very favorite blogs, Life of Blyss.  Alyssa shared this 4 week shred workout this week and it looks awesome!

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It's candy season, right?!  Can't have too many workouts.  This body weight circuit from Courtney, who is another one of my favorite blogs, looks pretty stellar, too.  Gotta work off all those mini Snickers and candy corn, friends.

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Lastly, the thing I definitely miss the most about Texas is the freaking delicious Mexican food.  It makes me want to weep a little it's so good.  Luckily, I found this recipe for Joel and I's favorite cheesy, delicious sauce.  Put it on your burritos, your tacos, your ice cream, whatever floats your boat.  But please, just make it.  It's out of this world.

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Hope you have a spooktacular weekend!

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Hooray!  Today is my 50th post!  Pretty wild stuff.

I have a busy weekend ahead- full of my favorite chocolate chip cookies and wait for it.... coconut cupcakes.

Yes.

If they come out alright, I'll share the recipe next week.  If they don't come out, then you'll find me softly sobbing in the corner.

I also have a 16 mile run on the docket for tomorrow.  Eeeek.  Trying to get to my end of year goals.  Not gonna lie, a little scared over here.  Say a prayer for me around 7 am.

Let's get down to business!


Oh Anthropologie.  I just can't quit you.  Every week you suck me into your absurdly priced but beautiful dresses and plates.  Could someone tell my husband that this bedding set is totally acceptable for an adult bedroom and is totally not super girly?  (yes, I am aware that that would be a lie)  But it's soooooo soft!

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Leonid Afremov.  This guy is AWESOME.  I would seriously buy anything he painted.  The colors and technique he uses are absolutely beautiful.  More about his artwork can be found here.  You can buy original artwork here.

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I already told you how you can make magnets out of your Instagram pictures.  NOW you can make cute little books!  Love.

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Butterfinger and Cookie dough Cheesecake bars.  No words.

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Omg, my life.

It's been way too long since I shoved a coconut recipe in your face.  You're welcome.

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I cannot WAIT to make this soup.  And eat it with a gazillion slices of warm, fresh bread.

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Okay, I gotta jet.  Have a super weekend!!!

Friday Finds- Fall Edition!

I know that it's Saturday.  I'm a day late.  So sue me.

No, don't really.  I don't have any money.

Fall is so great.

Pumpkin foods, pumpkin decorations, leaves, FOOTBALL, sweatshirts.

Yeah, I really love it.

So this week, I thought I'd bring you some of my favorite Fall things I've found. (alliteration!!)


Candy corn sugar cookie bars.  Easy, delicious, and festive!

Say it with me.  Apple.  Cider.  Sangria.  Yes, yes, and yes.

I know that I already gave you a turkey assignment, but these are too cute not to share.  Better get to work, it'll be Thanksgiving before you know it!

Honestly, is there some kind of Nobel Prize for creativity we can start giving out?  3-D Pumpkin Surprise Cookies.  Who thinks of these things?!?!

I've never made gnocchi.  But if WHEN I do, it will definitely be these.

Got milk kids?  Here are 45 fun Fall themed crafts to do with the wee ones!

Mmmmm, trail mix is delicious.  FALL themed trail mix?!  Ludicrously delicious.

Black Beans.  Butternut squash.  Cheese.  Avocados.  Get in my belly.

With a name like Pumpkin Dream Cake... how can this NOT be amazing?!

I'm going to make these. Right meow.

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So listen.  I've had a long day. 

I made this.

Happy (early) Birthday Joel :)

Here are some Friday Finds!

Obligatory pumpkin recipe.

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Need some workout inspiration??  You need to go here.




I love love love custom jewelry.  This Etsy shop is full of it!  And it's affordable!  Win!

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THIS DRESS.  Why Anthropologie?  WHY do you do this to me?!?!

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Have you been to the Thought Catalog??  If you can't find something there to relate to your life, then you are obviously an alien.  How to Shop at Target in 20 Simple Steps.

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I recently tried lentils for the first time.  Ummm... SO GOOD!  I'm hoping to give these a try in the very near future.

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Cute AND delicious!!

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It's almost time to carve pumpkins.  Here's a sweet way to use up all those fantastic seeds.

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Pretty much.

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Happy Weekend!!

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Oh man you guys.

Since I took a little break from blogging, I've got stuff for Friday Finds up the wazoo. 

Wait, I don't know if that's how you spell wazoo, let's check out the Google machine.  Hold, please.

.................

Yessss, jackpot!  Spelling master over here.

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Anywho, let's just get into the good stuff so I don't scare more of you away with my weirdness.


First up- how SWEET is this coffee station!?  I need one for my house stat!

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It's back to school time!  Still looking for a cool way to cover all those textbooks??  Gotcha covered. (aaaahahaha, get it?!)

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It's also pumpkin season.  One of the most delicious times of the year.  Kristan (if you don't read her blog, you need to rightthisveryminute) made up some awesome looking pumpkin bread pudding!  Yummmm!

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Great, great, great advice.

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What's better than carbs stuffed with cheese?  The answer is nothing.

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I'm just gonna put this out there.  30 Rock is one of the top 5 funniest shows EVER.  In the history of the world.  Fact.

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I'll take a dozen.

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I should honestly devote an entire blog post to how great this recipe is.  Roasted Butternut Squash Baked Penne.  I've made it at least a half dozen times, and it's something I could eat on a weekly basis.  Bonus point: Joel won't eat it so I get the whole thing to myself.  Jessica writes for my very favorite food blog and I suggest you go check it out.  *disclaimer, you'll probably gain a few pounds just perusing the recipes- it's worth it.

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Is there anyone left who hasn't read 50 Shades?  THIS is why I love Christian Grey.

I think that's enough food and giggles for today.  Catch ya sometime this weekend!

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