Thursday, March 18, 2021

{Recipe} Healthy Seed Bark

This healthy seed bark is a mildly sweet treat that is fully of healthy seeds and a kick of ginger!

It's so easy to make and keeps well in an airtight container for weeks.
Ingredients:
1 1/2  cups raw pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
1/4 cup raw (or toasted) sesame seeds
1/4 cup ground flaxseed
2 TBS chia seeds
1/4 cup crystallized ginger, diced  (optional, but highly recommend)
2-3 TBS maple syrup

To make:
Preheat oven to 350ºF.
Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
Add all of the ingredients (except maple syrup) to a large bowl, stir to combine.
Add maple syrup and stir well to coat all of the seeds.

Pour out onto lined baking sheet, spreading out to about 1/4"-1/3" thick.
Use another sheet of parchment paper on top to press it out evenly.
Bake for 18 minutes, flipping pan halfway through baking.
Keep an eye on it so it doesn't burn.
Remove from oven and let it cool for about 20 minutes, you'll  hear it crackling as it crisps up and cools.
Break it up  into bite size pieces.  
Once completely cool, store in an airtight container.
This is a lot like a crunchy granola and I love it on top of my oatmeal or by itself  as a snack.

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Tuesday, March 16, 2021

{Photography} VIP Head Shots

I got to photograph two very special clients when they were home.  
College Girl needed a  photo for her co-op  job.
City Girl also needed some new shots and let me take some of her.  I used natural light and a handmade backdrop for both of the sessions.   I'm working towards studio lighting and I need more models!

                                                    


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Thursday, March 11, 2021

Trader Joe's Finds

We made another TJ's run and found some goodies!

These artichokes  were huge and looked amazing! I've never cooked them so I didn't  buy any.
They seemed like a good deal so I should try to make them  one day.
I just finished up this bottle of dish soap and it performed pretty well.

They were out of my favorite  coconut oil spray so I got the olive oil spray.

I  noticed this nice set of essential oils with wool diffuser. This used to be a seasonal item so it was nice to see it.
I love this colorful trivet!
I'd  heard good things about  Snoop Dogg's 19 Crimes Cali-Red.  We picked one up but haven' t tried it yet.
This sounded so good  (and dangerous!).
It was fun to see  Brooklyn Lager--we've visited their brewery with City Girl.
I needed a shot of spring and for $1.79, these cut daffodils made me happy.

I was  able to get 2 bouquets out of them.   They have bloomed all the way since this photo and are still  going strong a week later!
I'm not sure if I've  gotten  the Fat Free Refried Beans before but I needed them for a recipe so I'm trying them.
I always pick up a jar of the Fire  Roasted Red Peppers,  I like to keep them in the pantry for pasta and veggie dishes. 
These crackers looked good and they were! 
I love picking up cards at TJ's. They always have a good selection and they're only $.99/each!
These Frozen Artichoke Hearts were new to me. I love adding them to roasted veggies.
I picked up the Beer  Bread  Mix and we made it  with a Brooklyn Lager and a half stick of melted vegan butter.
 It was so light and fluffy with a crispy topping. Yum! What have been getting at TJ's lately?
                                                   
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Tuesday, March 9, 2021

March Daily Goodie Box

 {Disclaimer: I was given a Daily Goodie Box to review but all opinions are my own}. 

I just received March's Daily Goodie Box and I was excited to see what was inside.  Do you want to see too?   Daily Goodie Box- It's More Than Just Free Samples!   Let's take a look, shall we?

Gloss Leaf - Collagen Iced Tea

https://glossleaf.com/collections/gloss-leaf 

If you're a collagen fan and a tea fan this is the perfect combo for you!

Pickle Power - Pickle Juice

https://picklepower.com/collections/pickle-juice

Pickle Juice is the only product on the market, scientifically proven to stop muscle cramps.  Who knew?

Bitsy’s - Oatmeal Raisin Good Cookies
https://bitsys.com/collections/good-cookies/products/sweet-potato-oatmeal-raisin-good-cookies
Cookies with a not so secret ingredient-veggies! These were so tasty!


Paavani Ayurveda - Mint Pulling Oil
I want to get back to regular oil pulling so this came at a great time.  The benefits of swishing pulling oil in your mouth daily are: whitening teeth, removing plaque, strengthening gums and drawing toxins out of the body.  It's also helpful for TMJ.

This is a 4 pack of skin treatments that includes exfoliation, hydration and sun protection!

This is such a pretty color. The formulation is creamy and highly pigmented. The website is worth a look just for the color names alone.  Their products are vegan & cruelty free, non toxic, paraben-free and gmo-free.



NEATGOODS - NEATwipes 30-Count Handwipes Pouch
https://myneatgoods.com/collections/shop/products/30-count-neatwipes
I can never have enough hand sanitizing products around. These smell like lavender and are 99.9% effective on germs.

The Narwhal and the Manatee - Whipped Sugar Scrub 
https://www.thenarwhalandthemanatee.com/store/p80/Squeeze-The-Day.html
This body scrub smells amazing--grapefruit and bergamot! Two of my favorite scents!

You can sign up for own Daily Goodie Box here, no credit card is ever needed. Daily Goodie Boxes are 100% free!


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