Weekend Sunshine XXVIII

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Hey guys - Happy Monday! You made it! This weekend was spent catching up with friends and LOTS of family. The snowstorms have kept Rob and I away from both of our families for weeks so we made the rounds this weekend and it was REALLY nice to see everyone and spend some quality time together. Rob's sister and brother-in-law had us over for dinner on Saturday night (which was so fun, relaxing, and delicious). On Sunday, we started at my sister's house, then had lunch with my parents, then we wrapped up the day at Rob's parent's house. We planned the day out that way and couldn't believe that it worked and and that we timed it so perfectly. Hopefully, Mother Nature will keep her calm and we can get back to a normal schedule. Anyway, I hope you all had great weekends, as well! Did you do anything fun? St. Paddy's day celebrations? Did you come to Southie while we left Southie? Would love to know! ha!

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We kicked off Thursday night at our neighborhood favorite, Stephis in Southie. The Ponzi Pinot Noir that is picture here was DELICIOUS!

On Friday night, I had Janet and Rebecca over for a very casual gab-sesh. I picked up a couple of tasty cheeses and paired them with my favorite accompaniments (fig jam, cornichons, castelvetrano olives, etc). The 30 year-aged gouda and extra sharp cheddar were deeeeelightful. For dinner, I made a big salad and picked up a couple quiches from Whole Foods. 

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I kicked off Saturday my favorite way - at PWG! Here's my obligatory Makeup-Free-Saturday-Sweaty-Selfie.

Knowing that we'd have a nice dinner later, I put together tuna with leftover cornichons and siracha on a rice cake. For a side, simple tomato/feta/avo/basil. It worked out nicely. So delish.

A day on the South Shore visiting family wouldn't be complete without Marylous! mmmmmmmm

And a glass of chardonnay at East Bay!

Have a great week - make it awesome! xo

Saturday Reading

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Good mornin' and Happy Saturday! This week was a busy one so I'm really looking forward to a simple Saturday and Sunday this weekend. Workouts, cleaning, and some nice dinners planned is exactly what the doctor ordered. I've got a solid round-up of Saturday Reading today - pour a cup of joe and enjoy! xo

Peanut butter and jelly crumb muffins? STOP IT RIGHT NOW.

Can't wait to use my new spiralizer to make these bad larrys.

New Balance is having a Fresh Foam GO! Party at the NB Boston store on Thursday. Giveaways, smoothies, sweepstakes and more!

This is completely absurd and The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics just made a giant mistake. 

Athena's recap of our Barry's Boot Camp, New Balance/Kate Spade Saturday experience!

Watch out for sneaky sugars like yogurt, jam, and dressing. (Please note: I disagree with one of their swaps -- I'd recommend flavored seltzer in place of root beer or diet root beer and a nut butter instead of jam)

Solid list. Are you eating any of these foods?

I've been guilty of this Sunday night insomnia. You?

Chickpea apple cinnamon cookies. Mmmm.

Healthy weekend warriors, unite.

Love a good Spring clean & purge.

 

Friday Favs

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Goooood morning and Happy Friday! Friday Favs is back this week! This doesn't mean that "Weekend Sunshine" is going away, it just means I've been better about taking photos (finally). You can thank the improvement in the weather for that one. Anyway, I have a fun little weekend ahead of me and I'm looking forward to a nice balance of relaxation and good times... just the way I like it. Hope you all have a great one. Here are my favs of the week!

Years and years ago, my mom cut off a piece of my Nana's Christmas Cactus for me to take care of. I've only ever had 1 or 2 blooms at a time so I've been WAITING for the day that it would look like it did at my Nana's or the one my mom currently has at her house. Finally, it does and I've enjoyed looking at this for a solid two weeks now. I think it's my Nana's way of bringing a little sunshine to the gnarliest winter ever. Thanks, Nan!

Daffodils and Tulips to spread a little cheer to my neighbors.

The perfect date night with Rebecca and Rachael last night.

Haha, it wasn't until I just blew up this picture that I noticed the tears streaming down my face - LOL. It was SOOO SOOO WINDY this morning that as I started to run down Castle Island into the beautiful sunrise, I had to immediately turn around because the wind gusts were so strong and causing my eyes to water LIKE CRAY! I'm perfectly happy in this picture, for the record.

Is this not everything?! EVERYTHING! Gah!

Have a great weekend! xo