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September 26, 2018

September 2018

It’s the end of September and almost October. Crazy! If you would have told me in May that I would be doing a happy dance and soaking up this season more than ever before, I would have laughed because I normally scream summer from the rooftops. Fall is trying to be in the running for my favorite season these days. I hope everyone had a great month and here’s our recap of September!

What we’re eating this week:My Winter Greens Salad and Braised Beef Short Ribs.

What I’m reminiscing about:Last year I was pregnant for this apple picking adventure and the only people that knew were Eric and I. We went to hometown fair just days before this where we saw both sets of families without saying a word and numerous friends in the meantime. It was the best kept secret and I cannot believe it was an entire year ago. I could reminisce about this all day long.

What I’m loving lately:London Fog’s. My Mom and I went to a cafe for her birthday where she ordered one. She asked if I wanted a sip and I proceeded to tell her I didn’t like them. But I gave it a try and loved it! hahah She showed me.

Now I’m trying to recreate one at home at least weekly. 😉

What we’ve been up to:Fair season! I have been going to my hometown fair since I was a baby and haven’t missed a year. It was so surreal going as a family of three this year and honestly, it was the best year yet!

What I’m dreading:

Colder temperatures. I feel like we’ve hit a sweet spot and I don’t want it to end.

What I’m working on AND What I’m excited about:I have TWO giveaways for every single reader, friends, and family coming up! One is to help you snuggle up to fall a little more and the other is for anyone who likes food! (So, everyone!) 😉 Keep your eye out for it!

What I’m watching/reading:

https://www.countryliving.com/life/a19504301/this-is-us-season-3/

This is Us starting back up. I parked myself on the couch and enjoyed every minute of it! 🙂

What I’m listening to:

What I’m wearing:

Grey Shirt/ Shoes/Jeans/Jacket

What I’m doing this weekend:It’s this guys 30th birthday on Friday so this weekend, we’re celebrating! 🙂

What I’m looking forward to next month:

It’s my birthday and I have a massage scheduled. Is it too early to be excited already?

What else is new:

If you saw on Instagram, I made a few new recipes lately and they are coming your way. One of them being, breakfast cookies! Get ready. You will love them. 🙂

What’s your favorite way to eat or drink pumpkin? Hands down, pumpkin bread! (Which I know I’ve only shared 57,349 times).

Follow me on Instagram, Bloglovin, and Pinterest. 🙂

2018 has been a fun year:

September 14, 2018

Friday Favorites

Stephanie Spring Friday Favorites, Lifestyle

Happy Friday! All this rain and talk of coziness lately has me wanting to curl up in a blanket and watch movies all day! Ha! Anyways, here are my favorites from the week. 🙂

One.On Wednesday I talked about my top five ways I love transitioning from summer to fall. One of my favorite things to help with that are boots. Well, I failed to mention these little gems as well! I did order a half size smaller then I normally do so they wouldn’t flop but they are a perfect in between season shoe. Plus..the price! Free People also sells them, here!

Two.

We definitely have a nice kitchen selection but one thing we have been wanting to upgrade is our everyday pan. So we did…and I can confidently say, we aren’t looking back. 😉 This pan is worth every penny!

Three.

I’ve talked about how much I love Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Perfume, which was proven when I bought this. The bottle is HUGE! The price can’t be beat though!

Four.Did you my recipe for Chocolate Chipotle Sweet Potato Chili? You can use your slow cooker and have dinner ready in no time!

Five.In need of a cozy breakfast or dessert this weekend? Check these out, here!

Have the best weekend!

September 12, 2018

Top Five: Fall

Stephanie Spring Lifestyle

This weekend fall definitely made it’s presence known. Am I okay with it? Suuuuure! Do I miss the sun blaring down and drenching my skin with kisses? Of course I do. But then I remember how much we couldn’t really get outside because of a newborn and how stepping outside has felt like a sauna lately. So for now, I’ll breathe in the crisp, cool air and share my top five ways I like to transition from summer to fall.

Flannels: The perfect layering piece.
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Boots: Sometimes sandals just don’t cut it with fall outfits. Plus, my feet get cold.
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Scarves: Another great layering piece and can add so much to an outfit.

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I’ve shared it once (or twenty times) and I’ll share it again. Pumpkin breads and a Pumpkin Spice Latte get me every time.
Candles: Fall candles scream coziness and smell diviiiiiine!

Happy Fall everyone! 🙂

September 7, 2018

Friday Favorites: Pantry Staples

Stephanie Spring Food, Lifestyle

To be honest, I planned on posting this earlier in the week. But when Eric got sick, taking care of both him and Capri became first priority and things got pushed back a little. Good news though..Eric’s feeling better and were settling back into some normalcy! Instead of listing five-ish of my favorites from this week, you are getting a super-sized version of all my favorite pantry items that I don’t think I have ever talked about on here. Several overlap with my shop page but I’m highlighting the things that on any given day, you can open up our pantry and find!

Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil: To use for anything and everything. From salad dressings into desserts.

Aged Balsamic Vinegar: We use this for salad dressings all the time!

Bragg Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar: So many great uses and for this recipe!

Pure Avocado Oil: We use this the least often of all the oils but I love having it on hand for certain dressings or high-heat cooking.

Coconut Oil: The mother of all oils! From baked goods to no-bake desserts and everything in between!

Coconut Manna (a.k.a Coconut Butter): I use this to make turmeric lattes and in the truffles I talked about here!

Organic Golden Flaxseed Meal: Make sure you buy the meal and not ground for the best nutritional value. It’s the best!

Chia Seeds: They can be used in anything from snacks to desserts!

Hemp Hearts: (I like this brand too!) (a.k.a Hempseed): I used this to top smoothies, smoothie bowls, toast, etc.

Vital Proteins Vanilla Collagen: I love adding this flavor to smoothies like my Orange Fluffy Smoothie!

Organic Dried Dates: These are an amazing natural sweetener and I am a big-time fan! (Winter Couscous Salad or these Lemon Bites!

Almond Flour: A favorite substitute for all-purpose flour and it can make most recipes gluten-free!

Recipes using Almond Flour: Pumpkin Bread. Banana Bread. Clean-Eating Blondies. Zucchini Bread. Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp. Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins.

Flaked Coconut: I use this in so many things! Here, here, and here are just a few examples!

Vital Proteins Unflavored Collagen Peptides: I use it in every smoothie possible! You can read all the benefits, here!

Cacao Powder: Ahhh! I love this stuff! I have gradually replaced most recipes with cacao powder instead of chocolate. It is a great source of iron, is loaded with antioxidants, and a natural mood booster. Please and thank you!

Recipes using Cacao Powder: Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie. Chocolate Banana Mocha Smoothie. Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

nutpods: My new favorite creamer! Clean ingredients and creamy! They have a great shelf life before being opened, so i can just have a bunch of hand in the pantry.

Cupcake Paper Baking Cup Liners: I’m more of a muffin girl but either way, there’s always a need. 😉

Chocolate Chips: You might find me snacking on these by themselves at times too.

I also have a million Simply Organic Spices on hand, Bob’s Red Mill Baking Powder and Baking Soda along with Organic Pure Vanilla Extract, local honey, Maple Syrup and so on. Our pantry is almost always stocked but tell me…

…what pantry items am I missing?!

August 29, 2018

August 2018

Stephanie Spring Lifestyle

It is the end of August. HOW?! Here’s a recap of our July! 🙂

What we’re eating this week:Chocolate Chipotle Sweet Potato Chili. The recipe is coming soon for you! It’s so easy, made in the slow cooker, and is perfect for fall. 🙂MY WEAKNESS. Make it yours too, so I’m not alone. 😉

What I’m reminiscing about:Remember when I studied abroad in Greece and met all these lovely people? 🙂 I’ve been reminiscing about Ashley’s wedding last year and how we were all reunited. I want to do this all over again! And their venue was at a beautiful winery! Ahh!

What I’m loving lately:

The days have been a much slower pace and I am soaking it all up!

I also asked all of you about tanning lotion and recently bought this kind. So far, I love it. It doesn’t turn your skin orange, you only need to use it about once a week, and it doesn’t stain or streak. (It’s also a 1 on the EWG!)

We’ve also had a bouquet of flowers in our home all summer long. I love that. 🙂

What we’ve been up to:Watching this little one grow by the day! On Sunday she was three months old. 🙂

What I’m dreading:

This humidity sticking around. Ugh. I sweat just walking out the door.

What I’m working on:

Cleaning out every closet. I donated so many things to the local thrift store and it’s like a weight was lifted off my shoulders.

What I’m excited about:

17 weeks until Christmas. hahahaha We also have a trip coming up! 🙂

What I’m watching/reading:

We’re still watching Parenthood. Shocker, right?! 😉 We watch an episode a night and I honestly love that it’s taking us so long to get through it because I have no idea what I’ll watch when it’s over. haha Suggestions?

Ladies, this book is a must-read. It is so good and shed so much light on loving people and becoming free. Be sure to take a look at this list that I compiled from all of you!

What I’m listening to:Jen Hatmaker’s Parenting series has been so good!