You know what tomorrow is...HALLOWEEN! Woohoo! Which also means that tonight is mischief night! Going to go toilet paper some trees? And no, I'm not condoning any vandalizum π Now as of November 1st, we move into full-blown holiday season! Let the craziness commence! I guess I must admit that I do kinda love the holiday season. All the holiday movies and Christmas music. That "holiday" feeling that you just sense everywhere. Everyone seems to be rushing around, but enjoying it non-the-less. I've never had a crazy holiday season, but I love hearing and reading about everyone else's (sometimes crazy) stories and experiences!
I finally treated myself to a little pre-Christmas personal gift shopping π I guess I can't really say "treated" though since I didn't spend any of my own earned money (but gift card money). Fingers crossed the goodies come today which will include a new camera lens, a cast iron skillet, and jackfruit! Haha! Yes!
I hope you have a wonderful spooktacular Halloween and a lovely weekend! I'll see you back here next month! π Happy Friday!
Monday: Caramel Apple Granola
Tuesday:Β Sorghum: The Ancient Gluten-Free Miracle
Wednesday:Β Black Garlic & Lime Cedar Plank Salmon
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
+ 14 Ways You Might Be Standing In The Way Of Your Own Success
Great advice from one wonderful woman!
+ The Real Reason You Need To Embrace The Word "No"
Hearing no only allows you to move on; it's way better than to remain stuck!
+ 6 Myths Millennials Believe About Purpose
These seem to hit the mark! (Am I the age of a millennial? 19? Yes? No? I never know...)
Because it's already found! You're just ignoring it!
+ 9 Signs It's Time To Remove Toxic People From Your Life
I had to do a lot of that these past few weeks!
+ How To Have An Opinion Without Being An Ass
Haha, we all deserve to have our opinions!
+ 5 Ways To Overcome Being Overwhelmed
Step back and slow down!
+ 33 Simple Ways To Fall Back In Love With Your Life
You should love your life; at least not hate it!
+ What Going Abroad Taught Me About Making Friends
It changes your perspective on many things!
+ 5 Ways To Move On From Failure
I've said it before. It's never failure if you don't say it is.
+ Everything Doesn't Happen For A Reason
Yes! I hate when people believe this! There is not some "higher reason".
Fitness:
+ Benefits Of High Intensity Exercise
Going all out!
+ 5 Fitness Terms That Need To Die
Haha, "hydration" π
+ 4 Ways To Keep Your Back Safe In Yoga Poses
You should ask Natalie about my crazy back (breaking) abilities π
All is not lost!
+ What It Was Like To Win The First Ever Ironman Triathlon
Wow. Wow.
Food:
+ 4 Changes We've Made To How We Eat Meat
You can be an "ethical" meat eater.
+ Tori Spelling's Cake And Icing Martini, Made By Real Chef Ilan Hall
Bahahahaha! These videos are hilarious!
+ Report Has Stunning Revelation For Contents Of Hot Dogs
They've always grossed me out...always. YUCK! (Even vegetarian!)
+ The Link Between Coffee And Creativity
Even more reasons to drink the dark stuff!
+ This Is What Your Favorite Halloween Candy Says About You
Hahaha! I love the last one π
I'm making another vow to you guys. I'll post a soup recipe this year (hopefully)!
Health:
+ Processed Meats Added To List Of Substances Most Likely To Cause Cancer
Right along with cigarettes and asbestos!
The overuse of antibiotics.
+ Could Depression Be Caused By An Infection?
This is really interesting research!
+ No, Butter Isn't Back: A Cardiologist Explains Why You Should Stay Away From Animal Fat
It's science, people!
+ How Eating More And Moving Less Helped Me Lose Weight And Change My Life
Don't always follow what the "common knowledge" or media hype is.
+ Evidence For IBS Diets Hard To Swallow
There is no one diet, but FODMAPS really is something to consider trying.
+ Your Mental Health Is More Important Than Your Grades
That is 100% true.
Celiac Disease & Food Allergies:
+ Gluten-Free Diet Hurts More Than Helps
Sadly it does.
Haha! It actually does the job of explaining. But don't watch if you're "sensitive" π
+ Celiac Disease And Crohn's Disease
A link? Celiac is more common in those with IBD.
JK! You mean "nont gluten-free" oats π
Blogging, Social Media, Tech & Photography:
+ Dear Famous People: Stealing Is Wrong (And Illegal)
This makes me so sick. Seriously!?
+ To Young People Who Want To Be Bloggers When They Grow Up
My advice? Don't.
+ 10 Books All Serious Bloggers Should Read
Well I better get reading!
+ Two Questions That Will Change Your Blogging Strategy
The only 2 you need!
+ The One "Social" Icon Bloggers Always Forget To Add
Omg! Yes! Just had to deal with this the other day. It annoys me to no end!
+ How He Shoots: John Bek From He Needs Food
Very cool and very inspiring!
+ Composition In Food Photography
I loved this little run down of all the points!
Well, say goodbye to boring resumes! (I need to work on one...)
+ 15 Apps That Make Freelancer Life Easier
Haha, I love the Write or Die one!
+ 19 Struggles Every Blogger Will Recognize
That's kinda funny π
+ How To Delete Your Facebook Search History
Been doing some stalking lately?
Other:
+ 20 Style Tips On How To Wear Leggings
The joy of the season π
+ 21 Things Every Pug Lover Desperately Needs In Their Home
I think I need and actual pug in my home too π
+ The 30 Colleges With The Best Dorms
Well I guess it's time to switch π
+ Top 10 Must-See Halloween Movies
Some Friday night entertainment π
+ World's Best Destinations For Solo Travelers
One day, my friends, one day!
Favorite Pins:
(Follow me on Pinterest β RebeccaGF666)
Senposai, Daikon, And Chili Garlic Chicken Warps. Can't even imagine all those flavors!!!
Herb-Orange Whole Roasted Cauliflower. And that cashew sauce!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars. Classic and these are just so beautiful!
Roasted Celariac and Cauliflower Soup. Β Two amazing veggies for one comforting soup!
Better Butterfingers. They're allergy-friendly! I can eat them π
4-Ingredient Jack O' Lantern Cookies. These are so cute and so easy!
Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cups. Take your Halloween candy to a new level π
Weeknight Broiled Salmon with Chermoula Herb Crust. That's some killer salmon!
Low Fat Pumpkin Falafel. The perfect falafel for Fall!
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ My sourdough starter! I plan on baking with it this weekend! (I haven't had sourdough is.....well a very long time!)
+ Hallmark's Christmas movies start tomorrow! Get pumped, guys!
So tell me:
+ I asked this on my Facebook page the other week, but what's (or was) your favorite Halloween candy? Junior Mints!
+ What are your Halloween plans? What are you (or your kids) dressing-up as?
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Lisa B.
All of this food looks so good! Those chocolate peanut butter bars look yummy!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, thank you!
Amberjane
Great round up!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Mary, Living a Sunshine Life
I can't wait to check out some of those pins. OMG they look so good!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha π
Christine
Positively drooling. But I'm not sure if it's over all those yummy pins or your new camera lens π
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well you haven't seen any photos with my new lens!
Tiffany
Lots of great stuff here, Rebecca! I can't wait to peruse all of the goodness.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Charlene Asay
Those chocolate peanut butter bars are calling my name. Yum!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Totally!
sue
Thanks for sharing with us!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Sonja @ SustainMyCraftHabit
Amazing round up. So many goodies!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
For sure!
The Vegan 8
Mmmmm those butternut squash cookies have my name written all over them!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I know right!
Liora (Allthingsloveli)
Wow, what a round up of amazing links! I have been wanting to make a cauliflower soup for so long.. I actually planned to do that this weekend after seeing a recipe in the food52 book of genius recipes. I hope you're having a great weekend!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Go for it! Food52 never let's you down and the weekend is the perfect time for some good winter comforting soup!
xoxo
Farrah
hahah, I love that "how to have an opinion without being an ass" one (+ the article on ways to move on from failure)! Off to check out those apps for freelancers, even though I'm not one! :O
Totally with that article on the overuse of antibiotics. :[ That's one of my soapboxes, hahaha.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
The antibiotics...yes..me too. I could rant π
Amanda
Rebecca: Your blog always makes me hungry for something with flavor π So good.... I love how you pointed out we go from TPing peoples houses and all the mischief to being Thankful and the full blown holiday season. Nuts I always think about that.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hahaha, we live in a strange world!
Have a wonderful weekend Amanda!
Angela @ Happy Fit Mama
Our ipod at work got put on shuffle today. It must have known that November 1st was coming up because every other song was a Christmas song. I'm not ready!!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hahahahahahaha! Girl, but Christmas music is the best!!! π
Ashley
I love that holiday feeling as well! The best! And so many delicious links! Have a fantastic Halloween weekend!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You too Ashley! xoxo
Ariana
As usual, thanks for all the great links, Rebecca! My favourite Halloween candy is anything that involves chocolate π I don't have any plans this year besides staying in and watching some classic scary movies! I'm SO looking forward to it.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
And eating chocolate π
Harriet Emily
Oh my goodness, so many amazing links I want to read this weekend!!! Can't wait to try some of these delicious recipes too - looove the look of the chocolate peanut butter bars! Yum! Have a great weekend Rebecca!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You too Harriet!
Sam @ PancakeWarriors
And now I will spend my night making gluten free cookie dough stuffed cups and better butterfingers because Dave will love me for it π Thanks so much for sharing those! As always I'm going to go spend at least an hour looking at these websites... love your Friday Finishers π Thanks for the shout out today π xo friend!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hahaha, 'tis the Halloween season (with no shame!)
xoxoxo Have a wonderful Friday/weekend Sam!
Allie
As always great links! That pumpkin falafel has my name written all over it
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Doesn't it look so good!!! I found that one really late last night before this post went live and knew I had to add it!
Rachel @ Simple Seasonal
Thanks for featuring my Senposai wraps Rebecca! I love your Friday Finisher, and you have a lot of great ideas on here this week! I'll be sure to share this post around social media. π
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
The wraps look outstanding, Rachel!
Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday
I'm organizing a Halloween party for my dorm, eating a lot of candy, and relaxing this weekend. Oh, and studying. π Hope you have a good one!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well then you should have a blast!!!!! It will round-out all the studying π
Natalie | Feasting on Fruit
Loved the How John Bek shoots post, those are always fun! I love that he shoots on his bed, so unexpected but hey gotta get that light! And those cookie dough cups...pure brilliance <3 My favorite candy was probably Crunch bars. There is just something about rice crisps in desserts that I love! Happy almost Halloween π
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I used to shoot on my bed! My window is perfect, but right now my AC is still in so....doesn't help much π
Haha, I think those were in my least favorite category π But at least it has chocolate π
Happy spookctacular-pre-halloween day! π
Kate
Such a fun post!! Can't wait to read through your posts- and always on the lookout for new, great recipes!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks! Hope you find some good links!
Emily @ My Healthyish Life
York Peppermint Patties are always a favorite of mine. Especially frozen. Have a good weekend!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes girl! High five to frozen mint chocolate goodies!
rachel @ Athletic Avocado
my favorite candy has to be just plain and simple extra dark chocolate!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
But did you ever get that?
Emily
I haven't made sweet potato fries in a while...that picture reminds me to give them a try again. They look tasty! Thanks for compiling such a great list of links. I could read all morning. π
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Fries are a must, but that dip π Swoon!
Vicky
What a great roundup! I will be working my way through these all weekend...thanks for putting this together!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
My weekly obligation, but I'm glad to do it!
Denise
Junior Mints were my favorites too!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
But frozen from the freezer! The best!