What a week! Not exactly the way I planned "kicking off" November with, but so it is. The last time I had an upper respiratory illness was....years. I can't even remember. It literally attacked me last Saturday and by that night I was done. Strange (or not so strange) it came right after I finished all my midterms (kinda of a plus?), living with other people, and general "winter season sickness". Slow and steady recovery and lots or rest for me. I hope breaking out the holiday music and starting to watch Hallmark Christmas movies will help! (Although I'm not starting that until after the election! Then Hallmark is on 24/7).
Yes, so that fun relaxing weekend I had planned last week to celebrate the end of midterms did not happen. Maybe it can happen this weekend? We'll see! I'll be wishing you good health and holiday-prepping vibes! See you Monday!
Saturday: 5 Ways To Harness The Power Of Mother Nature
Monday: Buckwheat Waffles with Fig, Maple, Tahini Compote
Wednesday: Spice Rubbed Salsa Chicken
Recently Updated: The Best Gluten-Free Vegan Stuffing
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
And so can you!
+ What Lessons Do People Learn Too Late In Life?
Learn them (or realize them) now!
+ 10 Healthy Habits From The World's Most Creative Woman
All so true!
+ I'm Done With The Calling-Out And Sh*t-Talking
What we should be doing.
+ Want To Stick To Your Habits? Science Says This Will Double Your Success Rate
I know we all want that to happen!
+ Destroying Your Self Psychologically
Well, that is how to do it.
+ You're Delicious If You Take Life Serious
Don't take it too seriously.
+ Depression, Creativity, And The Dangers Of Being Constantly Plugged In
How many articles do we need on this? (which is kind of ironic...)
+ Why You Should Put Down Your Phone And Let Yourself Feel Bored
See the above post as well...
Fitness:
Yea, there's "fit-shaming" too.
Bahahaha! I don't even know what to say to this, but it was funny (tons of profanity!)
Food:
+ How To Avoid Added Sugars In Your Diet
"Honey" is still an added sugar.
+ The Decline Of Antibiotic Use In Animals
What happens now?
+ Technology May Rescue Male Baby Chicks From The Grinder
More on food politics...still so very bad.
+ 40 Best And Worst Gluten-Free Products
Do you agree (based on nutrition?)
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
What it's like to live with (the many) chronic illness out there.
+ Food Allergy 101: Are You Up To Speed?
Know the essential facts!
+ Another Protein Causing "Wheat Sensitivity"
Interesting...
+ How The Food Lobby Affects Nutrition Advice
As we see with FNCE and dieticians promoting beef and dairy...
Blogging, Social Media, Tech & Photography:
If you want some food blogger browsing...
+ 10 Tips To Teach Yourself Design & Boost Your Design Skills
All about the visuals!
+ Why Are Some Facebook Posts Showing Up With Huge Text?
It all makes sense now!
+ To Those Who Get Annoyed When Bloggers Share Sponsored Content
Don't assume, but you can get annoyed if they only do sponsored work...
+ How To Make Complete Strangers Fall In Love With Your Blog
That is that goal, isn't it?
Career, Business, & Success:
+ Why Deep Work Helps You Get More Done In Less Time
You need that attention and focus!
Other:
+ 9 Reasons Why It's Infinitely Better To Clean By Yourself
The singing and the dancing!
+ 27 Photos That Show The Destruction Of Hurricane Sandy 4 Years Later
New Jersey <3 We lost power for 7-8 days from Sandy.
Favorite Pins:
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Cinnamon Oatmeal with Figs. Really, though, that's a perfect bowl!
Mint Chocolate Slice. My sweet dreams!
Thai Pomegranate Chicken Khao Soi Noodle Soup. This is what I approve of as a soup!
Roasted Butternut Squash and Coffee Soup. Okay...well this soup is pretty cool too!
Christmas Oats Porridge with Cranberry Sauce, Apples, and Pecans. This is just giving me all the feels <3
Autumn Breakfast Cookies. These sound glorious! (Note..you'll need to use your web translator :P)
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ My 8 Year Gluten-free/Celiac Anniversary was yesterday!
+ Found a jackpot of Purple Sweets at that local Asian Market of mine (o and of course Japanese sweets too!)
So tell me:
+ Don't lie, have you started the holiday preparations and cheer?
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Farrah
Noesss! I hope you feel/get better soon! Lots of rest + fluids!
Definitely going to have to check out some of those articles--I'm really bad at letting myself relax. :[ I feel like I always have to be doing something or else I'm wasting time, but...I do try to make it something fun that I enjoy?
I need that Christmas porridge in my life. :O
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Girl you are ALWAYS doing something 😉 Come over and let's back some pie instead of doing anything productive! ( When I has super sick last week I felt like I wasted SO much time....obviously, that was necessary!, though!)
Mandy
Oh, no!!! I hope you're feeling better, sweet friend!!! I'm sending BIG hugs and lots of healing vibes your way. XO
Looking forward to checking out these links and OMG - those mint chocolate slices!!! Gimme!!!!
Happy 8 year anniversary! Hope you have a relaxing, quiet weekend! <3
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you sweetheart! I think I'm on the mend! xoxo
rachel @ Athletic Avocado
Awww no hope you are feeling better! It's that time of year where everyone gets sick. I also have not started to think about Christmas yet haha, maybe after thanksgiving!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
I need the good Christmas vibes right now!