About Stephanie Spring

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I love early mornings and Jesus, cooking and coffee, navy blue and white stripes and traveling.

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Friday Favorites

This week was so special. There were endless snuggles, a lot of Christmas music, and quality time all around. It was a good week for sure.

As I was thinking about some of my favorites, I realized there are some things that I take pride in getting the most bang for my buck. If there is a product I use consistently and want to have on hand, I stock up with no shame. Three bottles of moisturizer that I use every day for a sale price? Yes please. 🙂 Here we go with the (very random) list and happy Friday everyone!

One.Naty Diapers

Diapers. It’s the phase of life I’m in, as are many of you. I’m using multiple diapers a day and need to have extra on hand. These are the diapers I buy and LOVE! We’ve tried a few brands and I always go back to these. I feel like at least once a month, Target has a deal that when you spend a certain amount on diapers you receive a gift card. Why not?! Buy five packs of diapers and use the gift card towards more diapers. I’m going to be using them anyways, so it’s a no brainer. For the most part, I only stock up on diapers when they have this deal and it’s worked out great! (Plus I use my redcard and get 5% back and free shipping).

Two.

If you’ve followed along for awhile you know I use this face moisturizer. I put it on every morning after I shower and sometimes at night when I take my make-up off. I go back and forth between buying it on Amazon (it’s still sold through First Aid Beauty and free shipping) or from their actual website. On Wednesday I bought it through their website because they were having spend $75 and get $25 off (Code: SAVE25). Anything over $50 is free shipping. I go through it pretty fast since I use it so much and love having it on hand. 🙂

Three.I love, love, love Williams Sonoma and our kitchen is stocked with so many of their products. Recently we needed a new pan and you can easily spend a decent amount on that alone pretty quickly. Always wait for deals. They have them all the time and it’s so worth it. Right now they’re offering 20% off your order plus free shipping with the code: FRIENDS. 20% off products like a Vitamix can save you a ton!

Four.

‘Tis the season! I wanted to treat one person to a Starbucks drink because I’m just thankful for everyone who reads this. Make sure you are following me on Instagram, comment with the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given (I have loved reading these so far!), and tags some friends. I’ll pick someone today and post it tomorrow! 🙂

Ohhh and check out this recipe of you haven’t yet!

Pumpkin Pecan Muffins with a Sweet Pecan Crumble Topping

Pumpkin Pecan Muffins with a Sweet Pecan Crumble Topping--Recipe at: stephanie-spring.comSomething I will most definitely be whisking, mixing, and baking the week of Thanksgiving to share and have on hand, are these muffins. They are flavor-packed with pumpkin and a nutty base that is oh so yummy! Breakfast or snack? Both! Double the batch if you are having friends and family stay over. Did I mention they make your home smell heavenly?! You can warm them up and serve whenever your heart desires with a tall glass of milk or a hot cup of coffee. Let’s soak up the Thanksgiving season with just a few more pumpkin flavors this time of year alongside the ones you love gathered together, over food of course. 😉 Pumpkin Pecan Muffins with a Sweet Pecan Crumble Topping--Recipe at: stephanie-spring.com Pumpkin Pecan Muffins with a Sweet Pecan Crumble Topping--Recipe at: stephanie-spring.com Pumpkin Pecan Muffins with a Sweet Pecan Crumble Topping--Recipe at: stephanie-spring.com Pumpkin Pecan Muffins with a Sweet Pecan Crumble Topping--Recipe at: stephanie-spring.comPumpkin Pecan Muffins with a Sweet Pecan Crumble Topping--Recipe at: stephanie-spring.com Pumpkin Pecan Muffins with a Sweet Pecan Crumble Topping--Recipe at: stephanie-spring.com Pumpkin Pecan Muffins with a Sweet Pecan Crumble Topping--Recipe at: stephanie-spring.com

Pumpkin Pecan Muffins with a Sweet Pecan Crumble Topping

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 3 Tbsp coconut oil (melted)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup organic coconut palm sugar
  • 1/3 cup pecans (chopped)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 Tbsp ground flax seed
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • Topping:
  • 1/3 cup pecans (chopped)
  • 1 Tbsp butter (melted)
  • 1.5 tsp coconut sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a large-sized bowl, combine all dry ingredients (except topping ingredients). Stir together and set aside.
  3. In a medium-sized bowl combine all wet ingredients and whisk. Add to dry ingredients and whisk together.
  4. Use muffin liners to line a muffin tin and fill liners about three quarters of the way full with batter.
  5. In a small bowl combine chopped pecans, melted butter, and coconut sugar. Toss and top each muffin with about a teaspoon of the mixture.
  6. Bake for about 35 minutes or until you can stick a toothpick in and it comes out clean.
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Roasted Cauliflower Popcorn

This is a fun healthy twist on traditional popcorn for you and your family. It’s an easy way to get more veggies into your home and on your plate. Don’t skip the cheese and you can always add some crumbled bacon if you want another twist! Enjoy! 

Roasted Cauliflower Popcorn

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds cauliflower florets, trimmed to bite-size pieces (about 5 cups)
  • 2 Tbsp EVOO
  • 4 tsp grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. preheat oven to 450 degrees. Toss cauliflower in a large bowl with EVOO; season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange in single layer on baking sheet.Roast in oven for about 15 minutes. Carefully turn cauliflower halfway through baking. Remove from oven and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
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Friday Favorites with Amazon

I’ve rounded up a few Amazon favorites lately for a short and sweet post for your Friday! These were the last five things I ordered on Amazon and honestly, I happened to love every single thing.

One.

We got to the point where Capri needed something where she would be able to, “stand” and not always be on the floor. I found this Baby Activity Center, ordered it, and I can’t say enough good things about it! It grows with the baby because the middle seat comes out and gets replaced with a circle making it a table. The toys are removable and it will be perfect over the next few years! Christmas anyone?

Two.

The other week I bought these little mittens. How stinkin’ cute?!

Three.

Remember my post on natural energy and beauty products? I mentioned about probiotics and still love the brand I posted but also like this probiotic.

Four.

How many of you do Operation Christmas Child? If you don’t know what it is or want to get involved, you can read all about it here. I know it’s hard to find gifts that can fit into a shoebox so I thought I’d help you out. I already ordered the sports balls with pump (they recommend it coming with a pump) and it fits great in a shoebox, leaving room for some other things they mentioned packing as well. 🙂 You could also get this for a Christmas gift in general!

Five.

You know I couldn’t resist sharing my excitement for nutpods new Peppermint Mocha creamer!

Have the best weekend everyone!

October 2018

And just like that…October was here and gone. Here’s a recap!

What we’re eating this week:My Potato, Sausage and Leek Soup.

What I’m reminiscing about:Trips we have been on (and then thinking about where we can go next)!

You can see a recap of some of our trips here:

Greece: One

Greece: Two

Greece: Three

Greece: Four

Colorado

Colorado Video

Capri

Tuscany

Florence

What we’ve been up to:

Getting ready for winter weather with these hats, since it came out of nowhere! 

What I’m dreading:

Nothing. 🙂

What I’m working on:

I need your help. I’m on the hunt for an ugly sweater for Capri. I’ve mentioned it before but each year our friends have an ugly sweater party and this will be Capri’s first time going. 🙂 In the comments, let me know which number you like the best and that’s the one I’ll order. One, two, three, four, or five?!

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What I’m excited about:

Remember how I used to loooove peppermint mocha lattes? Well, I haven’t had one in years because it’s just too sweet for me anymore. Well! Nutpods is coming out with Peppermint Mocha Creamer November 1st. I’m so excited it’s silly! In the meantime….

…here’s the Winter Collection!

What I’m watching/reading:

And everyone said..Amen. 🙂

A few weeks ago, I started the studying, Discerning the Voice of God and it is worth every penny and ounce of your time. She is SO talented and it is life-changing.

What I’m listening to:

This song is so darn catchy!

What I’m wearing:

About five years ago I was dropping some things off at a consignment shop and spotted a similar sweater to this one from Lands End. I’ve worn it here and there around the house but this year, I am LOVING it! I’ve paired it with gap jeans, (similar, here) these earrings, and these shoes (in brown). Sometimes shopping in your own closet is the best. Not to mention, budget friendly. 😉 

What I’m doing this weekend:

It will be a low-key weekend. Wooo!

What I’m looking forward to next month:

The coziness of everything Thanksgiving wise: The food, togetherness, just time to relax and pause. I also am SO excited about Black Friday. Not because it’s Black Friday but everything switches over to Christmas mode. I love soaking up all things Thanksgiving and then being able to take in all things Christmas then within two days. I can’t wait!

What else is new:

I am loving this stage of life and feel like this season couldn’t be sweeter.

 

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