The easiest thing I've ever "made"

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Yesterday morning I woke up for the 4th day in a row without peanut or almond or any damn nut butter to put on my Ezekiel english muffin. I like what I like, people. It's the perfect breakfast... super healthy, filling, and tasty! So, instead of putting regular butter on it, I made almond/pecan butter. Yep, that's right, I made it at 6:45 in the morning. A while ago, Krista came into the office with almond butter that she had 'made' and said "Guys, I don't even know if I can take credit for it. It's too easy". So I looked in my fridge at the bags of remnant almonds and pecans and said... alright let's do this!

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So pay attention, there's 1 ingredient and 3 instructions. (a lot, I know)

1) Pick out nuts (I used almond and pecan because I had them in my fridge and pecans are SUPER HIGH in antioxidants)

2. Put them in your food processor and press "start".

3. Watch them until it's the consistency you want it to be

About a minute in - not quite there yet.

Hmmm not yet.

Yep, done. Woof exhausting................................

Perfect. Time to use it.

Ezekiel, homemade nut butter, and cinnamon. Good morning!

xo


Surprise!!!!!!

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Last week, while I was still beaming from the last #NBGNO event that I hosted on October 8th, I got a call from New Balance that they were adding another event to this year's lineup - YAY! And the kicker? I'm one of the hosts again (elated)! This time, I'm Co-Hosting with the fabulous Caroline Earle, the voice behind The Trendy Trainer. You may also know her from the health & fitness section of Boston Inno or if you take classes at Turn Cycle Style. (she's pretty great!)

Your hosts!

This event will take place on November 4th at 6:00pm at the Westin Copley (10 Huntington Ave, in the Newbury/Gloucester Rooms).  I'm pretty excited about the event because the theme is "Staying Fit on the Go". We all lead such busy lives and it can be tough to fit in healthy eating and exercise, but guess what - it IS POSSIBLE.

The night will include your choice of a run with the Westin Run Concierges OR a Boot Camp Class, followed by tips from Caroline and me, and then apps & drinks, of course!

Here's the link to sign up (guys, this filled up in about 24 hours last time so act fast!): 
https://www.nbgirlsnightout.com/
(Click EVENTS then scroll down and click BOSTON)

(SOURCE: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/02/business/media/westin-lends-new-balance-gear-at-its-hotels.html)

So Westin Hotels & Resorts and New Balance actually have a REALLY COOL partnership. Did you guys know about this? Since 2010, they've had an exclusive, worldwide partnership to help hotel guests find time to exercise while they travel. Guests are able to borrow NB running shoes with new, disposable insoles for each use. They've worked together to create 3 and 5 mile running maps through the RunWESTIN program. I love this! I'm such a nerd that I always check to see what hotels have a gym before I leave on a trip (even on vacation). Anyway, this event is going to be a whole lot of fun. Most of my girlfriends already signed up because they enjoy going to them so much. Hope to see you there! xoxo

Friday Favs 10.17.14

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Happy Friday! We've been experiencing a bit of an Indian Summer here in Boston lately. It's been really lovely and a bit of a gift since the memories of last winter's frigid temps are still not far enough away for comfort. In addition to that, the foliage is just gorgeous. I don't remember having such a pretty fall last year since it got so cold so fast. It's been great! Enjoy it, my friends! This weekend, I'm looking forward to a much needed catch-up brunch session with Krista & Maddy and also spending some time with family. It's nice to not feel too rushed heading into the weekend. Plus, the temps might get into the mid 70's - I'm considering laying on the beach to soak in some rays. Ha! We'll see! 

Anyway, here are my favs of the week:

The prettiest little bouquet of 'good luck' flowers from my boss.

The appetizer I put out last Friday before dinner with Kristen, Mark, & Rob. Pretty sure I could just eat this sometimes and be completely satisfied.

I think this pic is a couple weeks old, but, I remember this martini being strong and necessary after a really long week.

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The Pru lit up in an ominous sky.

A truly excellent mantra that I stole from ClassPass' instagram this week. Pretty perfect, right?

Have a fabulous weekend! xo