One more week :O How is summer over? I'm pretty sure I'll be in denial for a long time. The summer months just move way too quickly. It's not like that much changes the rest of the year; you go back to school, it gets cold and gloomy, but otherwise, it's just all about mindset. At least we all have that perk up of joy that comes with the holidays, but then we're in it for the long-haul again during those deep winter months. But I'm getting ahead of myself! There is still some summer love left!
So packing will "really" start this weekend so I don't have to worry about too much during my last week at home. When I go to look at it, I really don't have much to do, so nothing will be too taxing. Just a few more things I need to pick up at the store (like ink for my printer...why is ink so expensive by the way?). It's all under control! Bare with me the next few weeks as things get settled, but this space should remain constant and I've been staying ahead of editing photos, etc. I'll finally be getting back to posting some non-recipe posts again now that the summer break is over. I have a ton of new Freedom Features to share and other celiac/allergy posts I've been wanting to give you all!
Enjoy these final days of August and don't forget, summer isn't over until September 22nd! Happy Friday, happy weekend, and happy Friday Finisher reading!
Monday: Gluten-Free Cookies & Cream Frappuccino
Wednesday: Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash
Recently Updated Post: Buckwheat Pumpkin Cornbread
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
No need for comparison.
+ 10 Tips On Finding Peace In A Noisy World
It can be really loud out there!
+ How To Be Mediocre And Be Happy With Yourself
Is anyone really "The Best"?
+ Yes, You Can Leave The North American Bubble
And one day I will!
+ A Guide To Overcoming Procrastination & Finding Focus
Solid advice!
+ Stop Spending So Much Time In Your Head
Useless thoughts? #yes
Needed this!
A different kind of mindset?
+ It's Not You, It's My Anxiety And Depression
So raw and honest.
+ 15 Things That Don't Require Qualifications Or Talent
We can ALL do these!
+ 5 Ways To Build Lasting Self-Esteem
The key word is lasting!
+ A Harvard Psychologist Says Too Many People Think About Happiness All Wrong
Happiness shouldn't be the end-all-be-all.
You need to make space!
Fitness:
+ Sitting Up: A Brief History Of Chairs
We're just not very stable!
+ Why One Neuroscientist Starting Blasting His Core
Movement and stress?
Food:
It's embarrassing how much greens I go through each week...by myself!
+ KFC Fried Chicken Scented Sunscreen
Wait...what?
+ Menu Items Germophobes Should Never Order
The lemon wedge is real! Never EVER ask for that!
+ How To Pack A Sandwich That Won't Be Sad And Soggy By Lunchtime
Life's biggest problem...SOLVED!
+ 16 Foods That Help You Sleep
Those bowls of cereal are legit!
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
+ The New Thinking On Allergies
A great Q&A to read through!
+ 19 Cray Easy Ways You Can Be Healthier In The Office
Stuck in an office all day?
+ My Celiac Disease Is Real, Not A Diet
Amen!
Gene just writes so beautifully and captivating! It doesn't matter who you are, her words should be read by us all!
+ 5 Things You Can Do To Make A Gluten-Free Friend Feel Loved
Take notes!
+ Must Read Study Courtesy Of Quacker On Testing Oats For Gluten
Yes, a must read!
Blogging, Social Media, Tech & Photography:
+ How To Write A Book Proposal
This could be helpful!
+ 5 Ways To Avoid Social Media Envy
#5, yes!
+ 11 Ways To Discover Social Media Content
I had no idea about #4!
+ 14 Types Of Media You Need To Master
Video...how you still allude me!
+ Message To Food Companies: Food Activists Are Your New Brand Managers
And we're so ready for you!
+ Top 10 Things I Learned As A Newbie Printable Designer
They always seem fun to make, haha!
+ 9 Crucial Tips For Self-Editing Your Blog Posts (That Every Blogger Can Use)
O...editing 😛
+ 7-Day Successful Twitter Action Plan
Let's nail Twitter!
+ Why We Need To Write Multiple Headlines For Every Article
Every platform is different!
+ 10 Things We Can Learn About Social Media From The 2016 Presidential Campaign
At least we can learn something relevant!
+ Thinking Out Load About Instagram
...or any social media for that matter! Golden!
+ 10 Blogging Group Mistakes To Avoid
So glad my pet peeves are validated!
Career & Business:
+ What Matters: Informative vs. Knowledge vs. Experience
All so very different; so what's really what you need?
+ The Is No Good Argument For The Teen Wage
Why are we so out of touch?
+ The 100-Year-Old To-Do List Hack That Works Like A Charm
Want to try it with me?
+ 4 Types Of Haters And How To Handle Them
Haters gonna hate!
Favorite Pins:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
Almond Butter Chocolate Mousse. Now that looks like a pot of joy!
Vegan Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps. Can you say DELICIOUS!?
Sweet and Spicy Corn Chowder. This sounds like the best way to celebrate the last of the summer corn!
Creamy Potato + Chickpea Salad. My favorite things!
Vegan Meatballs with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomatoes Sauce. That sauce!
Baobab Orange Chia Pudding. It's just so elegant!
Grilled Maple Salmon. Grilled maple deliciousness!
Crunchy Hazelnut Chocolate Pudding. End the week with some chocolate decadence!
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ Being able to have a very easy summer!
So tell me:
+ How do you like to motivate yourself for the "new year"?
+ Are you one of those "excited for Fall" people? NO!
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Marie
Wow, all of those pins look absolutely delicious! I am one of those people excited for fall, but to be fair, I always get excited about changing seasons. I'll be just as excited when winter starts to fall upon us. Lol. Thanks for sharing your epic round-up of links!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, maybe as it starts, but it gets old rather quickly 😉
Bianca
Excited for fall?! Never! Excited for pumpkins? maybe 😀
I don't go to school anymore, but I'm gonna start working again next week (had 2 months vacation) so it was like school somehow. haha.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, exactly 😉
Nah, it is!! The back to school season affects everyone!
Robyn @ Simply Fresh Dinners
I'm officially protesting the end of summer. Will you sign my petition, Rebecca? Love the post on editing- much needed. You have a real library of incredibly helpful information here and love that you share so much that is practical rather than theoretical. Love my Saturdays here 🙂
Enjoy your weekend!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I will go door to door gathering signatures!
Haha, thank you, my friend and happy weekend! xoxo
Gena
Hi my dear,
Thank you so much for sharing my article on recovery. It means so much to me that you'd find it worthy of highlighting in your awesome weekly roundup!
And, you're such a great curator of content -- I've found so many links in this collection that I want to share!
Happy weekend to you,
G XOXO
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Of course, my friend! From your words to your recipes, you always have such beautiful content I am always so glad and honored to share!
Renee
All of these photos are making me so hungry!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Then get cooking!
Shannon @GirlsGotSole
Ha, I'm looking forward to the summer being over. But, it's the weather temps that I want to be over. Boy has it been way too hot and humid here in Florida! Ick!
Love all the great links you posted! I'm bookmarking some of them to check out over the weekend. 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
We'll trade locations then!
Suzie from Munchkin Time
The Almond Butter Chocolate Mousse looks amazing! Thank you Rebecca for posting this delicious recipe! You have some awesome photography skills! - Suzie
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
What are you talking about?
Sasha @ Eat Love Eat
Thanks for sharing my recipe, Rebecca! The sauce really is delicious 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It sounds delicious!
Emily @ My Healthyish Life
That maple salmon...WOW! Good luck with packing. That's good that it won't be too overwhelming! And I feel the same way about printer ink. So annoying! I just had to buy it last week and forcefully handed over my card.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Anything salmon, right? 😉
Thank you! Haha! I know!!! And all the numbers for different printers...it's all so confusing 😛
rachel @ Athletic Avocado
I can't believe summer is over either but I'm glad I had a great one! I still don't believe I go back to school tomorrow 🙁
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Good luck getting back in the groove! I need to relish my last week at home!