Why on Earth did September seem like it never ended, yet October has come and gone in a flash!? I feel like it still is September, but it'll be November already next week! To freak you out even more, that means we only have 2 more months let of 2016! I hope you have long accomplished those goals you set 😉 Or, you know, "yearly wishes" in my case! I'm not really sure how I even feel about 2016; I'll think about it more when the actual time come!
Now, can we take a step back here and breathe one big sigh of relief? #1 midterms are over (although, finals are just around the corner...), #2 Strength and Sunshine isn't in surgery anymore! You probably weren't even able to read last week's Friday Finisher and I experienced the most stressful 48 hours of my life. The thing was, Strength and Sunshine is growing up, after 3.5 years, she needed a new host and server, which we now proudly have! I'm holding Strength and Sunshine tight to my chest right now. This poor baby (okay...and me) went through our scariest moments!
But we live! I plan on celebrating this weekend with some much needed cooking, relaxing, and some scary movie watching for Halloween on Monday! No studying, no midterms, (update: JK! I have a huge 4 page assignment due Tuesday...) just chilling is allowed! Have a great weekend, gluten-free foodies!
Monday: Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Black Sesame Yogurt Sauce
Wednesday: Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken
Thursday: Freedom Feature: Kristina Schumacher "Ms. Modify"
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
+ 23 Productivity Hacks That Will Actually Make You Happy
Haha, #14!
+ 50 Ways I Want To Live My Life
Great list of priorities!
+ How To Cultivate Inspiration In Everything You Do
Books <3
+ 3 Important Life Skills Nobody Ever Taught You
And these are hard!
+ 10 Things To Do When You're Home Alone And Feeling Grumpy
Let out that anger!
+ How To Brag About Yourself Without Being Obnoxious
Perfect, eh?
Getting over the starting line.
+ I Didn't Have Kids Because They're Too Expensive - And I Have No Regrets
This will be me!
+ 10 Learnings From 10 Years Of Brain Pickings
I'm in love with #6!
+ Why Don't You Want To Get Sh*t Done?
Because...no.
Food:
+ Startup For Avocado Pit Food Coloring
The end of artificial colors is here!
+ How My 7-Year-Old Son Started A Backyard Resturant For Charity
This little boy is a gem!
How food production should be!
+ Should The Food Industry Sneak Vegetables Into Food?
No, actually. They shouldn't. There is nothing to "hide".
+ 9 Things You Should Know Before Shopping At Aldi For The First Time
I finally have one in the area down here at school. I went in a few weeks ago to finally see the hype...went down 2 "aisles" and walked out. A little overwhelming in a way. What do you Aldi people like to buy there?
+ 7 Ways To Use Leftover Apple Peels
Well, I don't know why you would have leftover peels, but if you do...these are genius!
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
+ Maybe It's Time To Ban "Healthy"
Because they will never be able to define it.
Well, these are nifty!
Very relatable to my research class!
Blogging, Social Media, Tech & Photography:
+ 15 Random Things Not To Do On Social Media
Lol. Private Instagram accounts 😛
+ 20 Unseen Instagram Tools To Grow Your Audience
Instagram is such a tease. I've been more active...but...
+ New Challenges For Advertisers And Why Influencers Will Be Their New Best Friend
We hold the power! Now it's just time for them to realize!
Career, Business, & Success:
+ 100 Short Tips That'll Help You Land Your Next Big Job
I'm sure you'll find some helpful advice here!
+ 21 Ways Successful Entrepreneurs Think Differently
Very wise!
+ Finding "Why" You Do What You Do Is The Key To Excellence
No one should be doing something for no reason!
+ How I Make $400 A Month In Passive Income By Self-Publishing
I'll get on that...one day.
Other:
+ 26 Striking Photos Of International Borders From Around The World
So...defined!
+ 10 Cozy Things To Do When The Weather Cools Down
Let's fake plan!
+ Decade-By-Decade Look At The Typical American Household
I'm pretty in love with the 60s and the flooring cut-out!
This website! I should be on it!
+ The Afterlife Of A Ballerina
This is why I never wanted to pursue it as a career. The reality of the "afterwards" is never discussed.
Favorite Pins:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler Cake. What a sweet seasonal joy
Almond Joy Granola Bars. My favorite!
No-Bake Cinnamon Roll Spice Bars. More bars, more goodness!
Pumpkin Ice Cream with Coconut Caramel + Praline Pecans. That is stunning!
Snickers Caramel Apple Pops. This is such a fun treat!
Dill Pickle Potato Soup. This sounds awesome! Right up my ally!
Magic Faux-Tisserie Chicken. That's what I want on my Thanksgiving table!
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ At least the stressful studying is over! But not the work!
So tell me:
+ Are you ready for 2017...? We have 57 days left...
+ Any find Halloween festivities this weekend?
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Lisa @ Fun Money Mom
I LOVE Almond Joy so I'm definitely going to have to try the Almond Joy granola bars
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Right? They are the best!
Ellen
Almond Joy is one of my favorite candy bars. I can't wait to make a granola bar with those flavors. The pumpkin pecan cobbler cake looks like a keeper too!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Both sound great, right?
Mother of 3
Those sure do look like so amazing recipes to try!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yup!
Farrah
October went by way too quickly!! I'm glad your blog is no longer in surgery. <3
My IG was private for ages until I finally started posting stuff from my blog onto it! 😛
P.S. That pumpkin ice cream and those apple slices. *-*...
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, me too!
I should make a private account...just for fun 😉
Allie
You can never have to many snack bar recipes tucked away. Both of these look fantastic. Enjoy your weekend of down time and movie watching
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yea!!
Thanks Allie, you too! Hope you're well!
Hannah Teson
Yay for tests being over! I can't believe that November is next month. I'm not ready to be done with October!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I'm dreading the colder and colder weather approaching 🙁
Kristina @ Ms.Modify
I need that pumpkin pecan cobbler in my life!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
So good!
Mary
Wow, only 57 days until 2017. I’m ready! 2017 year is going be a great year. I want to try those Snickers apple slices; they look scrumptious
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
No, no, 57 days until Christmas, a few more till 2017 😛
Anna-Marie @BeautyandtheBeets
Oooooooo, I have to try that cauliflower recipe with the Black Sesame Yogurt Sauce!! Good luck on your paper, I have an assignment due today but of course I am reading blogs instead. 🙂 Happy Friday!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
We give and take 😉 Lucky me, I just finished that paper a few minutes ago! WOOO!
Linda @ Veganosity
How does sneaking dehydrated veggies into frozen pizza make anyone healthier? How about feeding kids whole foods when they can start eating solids so they learn to love their vegetables. I did, and my kids ate almost everything as toddlers and beyond.
Have a happy Halloween!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Girls, I know! I was the one begging for brussels sprouts in my 1st grade lunchbox 😛 Veggies were loved and served fully and unhidden in out home. It's the changing times. These past few years with the explosion of so much pressure and "talk" around food, has really messed things up!
Patricia @Sweet and Strong
Wow I can't believe you already had midterms it seems like it was just 'back to school'. Your dessert pins always look amazing, I'm needing to bake a few more pumpkin goodies =)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, it does! And really...finals will be in such a short time too!
nadia
So many fantastic recipes! That Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler Cake looks AMAZING! Happy Friday lovely 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It sure does! You too, my friend!
rachel @ Athletic Avocado
I'm so happy that mid terms are over too but there is still lots of work to be done lol! At least we are not as stressed! Those snickers apple slices NEED to be made NOW!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Those apple pops should be our reward for midterms!
Divya @ Eat Teach Blog
I'm not big on Halloween movies because I'm a wimp, but I do love that old movie, Hocus Pocus. Have you seen it?
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
That is the worst! Haha! I'd only watch real scary horror movies if I even watch 😛