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Woo! It’s been a minute since I have had time to post to the blog… What a crazy summer! I really wanted to hop on and share with you guys all the things I did to make my closet situation something that I love instead of freak out about every time I get dressed… A […]
For this July 4th weekend, we decided (actually I decided) that we were going to head to the mountains and do one of my favorite things… hang out at a ski town in the summer! If you have never done it, I highly recommend checking out Breckenridge. It is so pretty, so fun, and […]
As you know, I am working through different healing modalities to help me with past traumas, anxiety and depression, and basically anything that doesn’t serve me anymore. This past Saturday, I was lucky enough to catch Helen Knight, of Dreamtime Healings while she was in town for a plant medicine ceremony. It was absolutely amazing! […]
I remember when I was younger (before I even knew how to make anything), I thought I needed so many things in my kitchen to make a decent meal. I am here to tell you, this is absolutely NOT TRUE. I may love collecting kitchen crap, but honestly, I barely use most of the things […]
Anyone else feel weighted down by the past? Past experiences, trauma, upbringing, thoughts, etc. shape life as we know it and frankly, I am kind of sick of it. I want to feel free of all of those things, so here starts my journey, at 41 years old. I have no real idea why this […]
Let me tell you, it is so awesome to have this access to skiing and mountains all year ‘round! The crew and I just got back from a long ski weekend in Keystone, CO and it was awesome. Keystone resort is about an hour and 45 mins from Boulder which we could have done in […]
People! It is so annoying when you don’t get sleep for whatever reason! For me, my children are the larger part of my sleep woes. I’ll be all tucked in like a bug in a rug, fast asleep and then the screaming starts or someone comes in because they have a nightmare, have to pee, […]
Anyone know what these four ingredients make?? Chocolate Avocado Pudding, of course!! It was so fun and exciting to go LIVE on @barre3’s IG today! It was great to connect with new people and make one of my favorite healthy snacks, Chocolate Avocado Pudding. This one is so easy and a total family favorite. Plus, […]
Alright everyone, my gift guide is HERE! You’ll notice I reached out to a lot of these brands for discount codes to make things a little sweeter while you shop. Every cent counts, right? I hope you enjoy this gift guide and find it helpful because I loved making it for you! I have so many […]
So yoooooo…. who else feels like they need to be ultra organized with kids? Since it is nearly impossible to keep the toys together and clothes off of the floor, I have decided that the kitchen is going to be my place of ultimate organization and sustainability. Being sustainable is actually pretty easy to do […]
Here is a recipe that I have been using for years to make our almond milk. Almond milk is so pricey at stores and can be full of lots of junk you just don’t want. This recipe is a fun one for kids because they love squeezing the hell out of that nut milk bag […]
Your days of purchasing expensive bone broths are over! This one is so easy, so nutritious, and so customizable. And you will end up with so much bone broth that you can store it in the freezer to last throughout the season. I really like to make my own sound because store bought ones typically […]
Hey yo! I get a lot of questions about grocery shopping, so I figured I would share with you my top tips on how to navigate a grocery store, save money, and maximize (or minimize!) your time there. Tip # 1: Choose your produce wisely and cost effectively. Not everything has to be organic! That […]
I’m a Caraway Ambassador! Big news peeps! I’m a Caraway ambassador! If you don’t already know, Caraway is a dope line of ceramic cookware that is healthy for you and looks so pretty in your kitchen. I don’t know about you, but I feel like I am always having to replace my cookware, even the […]
You know what ya gerl loves? Easy mornings with breakfast already prepared. And this recipe makes it sooo easy because it takes no time at all and you don’t even have to measure! This one has become a family staple that my kids get so excited about, and you can customize it for your family’s […]
Ya gerl had a birthday!! Last year’s b-day was wayyyy different than this year’s (Mustique was amazing), but this year’s was pretty great too. It has been such a great year connecting with all of you, meeting new people, and getting honest feedback about what works and what doesn’t. I am always learning and growing […]
Since I was about 21 years old, I have been struggling with an autoimmune disorder called Lichen Planus. It has been so frustrating. Luckily, it comes and goes, but when it comes (like now), it comes with a vengeance. Similar to other autoimmune disorders, it was suppressed during the whole time I was pregnant/breastfeeding (which […]
So people… this is the dressing! Seriously though, I have struggled with finding the perfect dressing for the whole family and I finally came up with the crowd pleasing recipe! I love a great balsamic dressing that has a little bit of tang and a bit of sweet. My youngest basically drinks this dressing, and […]
It’s Taco Tuesday… my favorite day of the week. I mean, who doesn’t love a good taco? And as a mom, I appreciate how completely easy it is to make, easy to clean up, and how everyone in my family will eat them. I used to buy a seasoning mix, until I realized that […]
It’s official, lil’ ZoZo has turned 3! It’s hard to believe for many reasons. Firstly, I feel like she seems so much older than 3, probably because she is super sassy and can do everything the big kids do (except chew gum, which she reminds me about all the time). Secondly, I feel like I […]
Avocado toast is a key meal/snack in our family. My younger kids love it anytime, and I love giving it to them because it is such a healthy twist on just giving them the same boring sandwich or boring breakfast. Here is why avocados are an excellent addition to your daily diet (yes, daily!). Avocados […]
I fell in love with açaí bowls years ago in my travels to Brazil. There are so many ways to customize them to your tastes, but I am partial to the Sambazon supergreens frozen açaí packs because I love to get the extra nutrient punch! Such an easy and tasty way to add greens to […]
Like any other journey, I am still on this one. Finding mental space is so hard in a busy world and with our busy family of five. I have done so many things in the past to help me with my mental wellness, but here are the things that have worked the best: EXERCISE, EXERCISE, […]
So yo, city living has forced me to find ways for the kids to get that much needed exercise inside the house. Here are some things that have really worked well for us: Barre3 10 min videos: My older daughter loves to do anything one-on-one with me, so I make her get a little sweat […]
Dude, so easy, so good, and no utensils necessary? Count this crew in. This recipe has been a staple for years for my family. Get into this crazy easy Banana pancakes recipe. All the flavor with zero guilt. We make these anytime of the day for a quick protein and sweet boost! 2 eggs* 1 […]
Dude – shopping for athletic clothes (not athleisure, but true athletic clothes that are made for exercise) is not something that I consider fun. There are so many brands and styles that it is easy to get lost down the rabbit hole of choices. That’s why I wanted to put together my curated list of […]
To me, Coronavirus quarantine = try new workouts! Like everyone else, I have had to get creative with my workouts, which includes doing new videos. I love trying new things that challenge my body. Before the quarantine, I hadn’t really tried any barre type workouts at all, but since it is all the craze, I […]
I have a serious sweet tooth. Probably a sugar addiction, but that ain’t good, right?? Since I love sweets, I keep these date balls around all the time since it is naturally sweetened, delicious, and has some nutritional value. These treats are good for after lunch, after dinner, and anytime in between. Plantain Date Balls […]
The easiest blueberry compote ever, peeps. Like seriously, even SGB could do this (and he can barely boil water!). You can actually do this with any type of frozen berries I would think, but we always have a lot of frozen blueberries on hand. Easy Blueberry Compote 1 pkg frozen blueberries Maple syrup (optional, to […]
So yo… Covid-19 is keeping us all indoors and allowing us some time to slowdown… Except kids, they aren’t slowing down at all. To keep our sanity (and likely theirs too!), I got some activities to keep them occupied and learning, even when out of school. Check it out below!! Download and print my free […]
Watch out! Women congregating = great things are happening, most likely changing the world! I am so lucky to have so many amazing people in my life, and this group of women definitely falls in the amazing peeps category. We had a fantastic trip to Scottsdale, AZ in which we enjoyed perfect weather, delicious food, […]
Ya gerl is a big fan of smoothies. I make smoothies for every reason really… it’s quick, filling, a great way to get rid of food that might normally be wasted (ie. overripe bananas), and the perfect vessel for “hiding” vegetables and fruits for picky kids. I recently completed an AIP protocol diet to see […]
I am so thrilled that we made it back to the motherland for February break this year! It has been long overdue… it’s so nice to be able to show the kids why my mom and I are island girls at heart. As a little girl, I have such fond memories traveling to St. Lucia […]
Anyone else start 2020 feelin’ like a million bucks? Actually, that is a lie… I started feeling really good around my 40th birthday, in September of 2019. I was so nervous about turning 40… like midlife crisis style. I felt like I officially was going to be old. I had no idea that I would […]
It’s resort time!!! I’m so excited to get some sun on my skin! The only not so fun thing…. packing. And you need so much stuff for kids because they are constantly soiling their clothes. Don’t get me wrong, I think kids should get dirty from having fun, but the food on clothes situation is […]
Just like most other people, ya gerl loves a muffin. But conventional muffins are not healthy. They just aren’t. It’s like cake for breakfast, people. But these are the best, most satisfying, and healthiest homemade muffins I have tried. They are perfect for everyday, every time of day, and most importantly, kids! Oh yeah… and […]
Ya gerl has decided that she loves skiing. It’s only taken me about 30 years to get to that point, but I am fully in now. I will say that taking the kids was slightly painful only because of all of the “stuff” you need that basically becomes the parents job to carry around. That […]
We decided to go to Breck for the holidays during our two week road trip because my bestie from Singapore was going to be there with her family. Ya gerl was not going to pass up an opportunity to spend time with them while they were stateside which may not happen again for years! Plus, […]
So yo, does anyone understand the seriousness of a road trip with three kids under 7 years old? This is what my hubby and I decided to do this year for the holidays. Let’s just say that it was a trip to remember. Notice- this was a TRIP, not a vacation, because travel with young […]
Banana Pancakes (Gluten Free) Makes 1 serving Ingredients 2 eggs 1 banana Cinnamon to taste Instructions Blend bananas and eggs together in the blender so there are no lumps. Add cinnamon and blend again or stir. Fry in a skillet like pancakes and serve. Garnish as you please.
After many extended conversations, my husband finally decided that he would like to spend his 40th birthday on an eight day trip to Italy. With our kids, and our parents. As fun as that sounds, please note, that for my 40th birthday, I will be doing nothing of the sort. No kids, no family, and […]
Why I picked it: On the southwestern coast of Turkey, is only about an hour flight from Istanbul, and it’s like the Turkish Amalfi coast. Beautiful vistas and amazing blue water is just the beginning. Though we typically aren’t resort goers, I was starting this trip solo with the kids so I figured I wanted […]
Why I chose it: We love the mountains and decided to explore the Bavarian Alps (Lake Tegernsee) in October, which ended up being a great idea. This is technically off-season (summer for the lake and winter for the skiing), which allowed us a lot of freedom to enjoy the local culture and soak in the […]