Archive for December, 2014

STYLE

Stripe-Sleeve Hoodie, Puffer Vest, and Bean Boots

Stripe-Sleeve Hoodie, Puffer Vest, and Bean Boots

Striped-sleeve hooded sweatshirt: Madewell  Puffer vest: Crewcuts for J Crew Jeans: Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren Sweater cap: Ralph Lauren Camp Socks and Bean Boots: LLBean Sunglasses: Ray-Ban (no way these were going to be summer-only :-)) These socks are sooooo warm and comfy!

December 19, 2014 × 6 comments

FOOD

Ginger Coconut Oven S’mores

Ginger Coconut Oven S’mores

Not only can classic s’mores be made indoors in the oven (!), but the flavor can updated by varying the types of crackers and chocolates used 🙂 Ingredients: Ginger crackers (I used Annas Ginger Swedish Thins, available at Fresh Market and Whole Foods) Coconut dark chocolate (I used Theo’s) Marshmallows Set oven […]

December 15, 2014 × 2 comments

STYLE

Camel, Denim, and Plaid

Camel, Denim, and Plaid

Camel Coat: J Crew (paired with windowpane and cable knit in this post and red and bows in this one) Denim Jacket: Levi’s Plaid Shirt: Ralph Lauren Boys’ Skirt: Madewell (worn with gray and gingham here) Tights: Hue Boots: Via Spiga This is my first foray into the non-gray or black tights […]

December 12, 2014 × 4 comments

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Book: Wild by Cheryl Strayed

Book: Wild by Cheryl Strayed

Despite the facts that I have exactly zero desire to sleep outdoors and my hiking experience is purposefully limited to very established, well-populated trails, I was completely engrossed in Wild, Cheryl’s Strayed’s account of her solo trek through California and Oregon on the Pacific Crest Trail. Strayed writes in raw, honest, […]

December 11, 2014 × 0 comments

FOOD

Quick Tip: Add Cilantro and Parsley to Smoothies!

Quick Tip: Add Cilantro and Parsley to Smoothies!

Quick Tip: Blend fresh cilantro and parsley – I usually add about 1/3 cup of each, stems and all – into green smoothies to increase the nutrient content and add heavy metal chelation properties. The above paragraph is a short excerpt from the cilantro/parsley section of The Beauty Detox Foods by Kimberly Snyder. […]

December 9, 2014 × 0 comments

STYLE

Style Roundup: Gray Sweaters

Style Roundup: Gray Sweaters

I admit it: I have a bit of an addiction to gray sweaters. Cardigans, turtlenecks, and crew necks; short-sleeves, long-sleeves, and 3/4 sleeves; heather, charcoal, and just plain old gray… I love them all 🙂 Outfit details in this post Outfit details in this post Outfit details in this post […]

December 5, 2014 × 2 comments

FOOD

Sandwiches: Turkey, Spinach, & Gruyere and Ham & Gruyere

Sandwiches: Turkey, Spinach, & Gruyere and Ham & Gruyere

This recipe, another one adapted from Sweet Paul Eat & Make, makes the most moist, chewy-ooey-gooey, delicious sandwiches! Turkey, spinach, and Gruyere for me… …and a traditional Croque Monsieur for the hub 🙂 Ingredients: makes 2 sandwiches 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 cup milk, warmed Salt and pepper 4 slices challah […]

December 2, 2014 × 4 comments