Sweet festive treats and loads of cooking have been happening over in the Strength and Sunshine household! You guys know me and believe it or not, I've already developed a bunch of holiday recipes that I'll be sharing during next years season! I already have all the holiday recipes I'll be posting scheduled, but that doesn't mean I'm done making ALL the Christmas treats! I have so yummy goodies coming at you next week though, so don't you worry! You still get to enjoy so many allergy-free options 😉
Happy Friday and have a great weekend!
SS Posts from the week:
Monday: Gluten-Free + Vegan Cut-Out Sugar Cookies with Sugar-Free Icing (Allergy-Free)
Wednesday: Homemade Vegan Peppermint Bark (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
+ Unfriending: A Sign Of Immaturity Or Growth?
I think it can go either way.
+ Why I Go Overboard For Christmas
It's not "silly" or "stupid". Go overboard if you want!
+ The Consumerist Church Of Fitness Classes
That connection!
+ Three Questions To Finding Your Purpose
Just ask yourself these!
Not what you think.
+ The Best Toys Of All Time That Don't Cost A Thing
This is so true!
+ Trade Your To-Do List For A Love-List
Wonderful idea!
+ How To Actually Treat Yourself
In the best ways possible!
Food:
With the help of BuzzFeed.
All the fabulous bloggers who participated in The Sweetest Season!
+ Whole Foods Is In Grocery No-Man's Land
In a bit of a pickle.
+ The 21 Best Coffee Roasters In The Country
We aren't talking Starbucks.
+ The FDA Says Most Antibiotics Go To Cows
Sad.
This is...really gross.
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
+ The Family That Built An Empire Of Pain
This was fascinating! An outstanding long read on the opioid epidemic.
+ Surgical Patients May Be Feeling Pain
Like how I woke-up during my colonoscopy :/
+ 7 Harmful Myths About Chronic Pain
These need to be dispelled.
We all joke about it..but...
+ The Number 1 Coping Skill In Today's World
Are you doing this?
Blogging & Social Media:
+ The Professional Friends Of YouTube
Don't you feel that way about your favorite YouTubers?
+ Social Media The New Smoking
Well, in some ways.
+ Google Responds To Blog Bribes
Sneaky, sneaky.
+ 3 Great Ways To Use Instagram Collections
If you didn't know how to utilize.
+ The Social Influence Business In 2018 & Beyond
Collectiviely's report.
+ Creative Entrepreneur's Top Business Tips Of 2017
And some learned takeaways.
+ Pinterest's Trend Prediction For 2018
Everyone freak-out!
+ Start Following Instagram Hashtags
A game-changer?
Design, Tech, & Photography:
+ Facebook To Start Paying Taxes...For Real
These cheaters.
If you're still confused on Bitcon and the like...
+ How Pinterest Sees The Future
Lots of AI and visuals.
Actually, I bet you can!
Career, Business, & Success:
+ The Best Way To Breakdown Complex Ideas
Help everyone understand.
+ The Ultimate Guide To Continuing Education
Never stop learning!
+ The World Might Be Better Off Without College For Everyone
Not everyone "needs" college.
It helps you be better!
Know this before you "hustle".
+ 8 Steps To A Perfect Out-Of-Office Message
Will be needing this!
+ Manage Your Attention To Manage Your Time
They go hand in hand.
+ Make Money Taking Surveys? I Don't Think So.
I HATE when people publish spammy posts about online surveys!
+ When Does Work Actually Get Done
Very specific studies!
Podcasts & Audio:
+ The 24 Best Podcasts For Entrepreneur's
Check these out!
Other:
+ Portland's Car Theft Problem
This is so weird! I know someone who had their car broken into here!
+ The Most Underrated Movies Of 2017
Have you seen any?
+ 60+ Minimalist Holiday Traditions
Keeping things simple.
Things To Eye & Buy:
+ So warm and cozy!
+ I love the lines of color!
+ This cozy and casual pullover!
+ This sweater dress is so pretty!
+ This simple white oversized sweater!
+ And this floral silk dress caught my eye!
Yummy Recipes To Pin:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
+ Gluten-Free & Vegan Sugar Cookie Bars
O my yum!
+ Chocolate-Dipped Molasses Cookies
These cookies are calling my name!
+ Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Quinoa, & Apple Salad with Sweet Orange Vinaigrette
This sounds amazing!
This is just...a perfect sauce!
This is the kind of beverage Santa would want!
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ By the end of tomorrow...I will be DONE with the semester!
So tell me:
+ What Festive Activities Do You Have Planned For The Weekend?
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Farrah
Lots of interesting reads in the blogging section! :] I apparently haven't watched a single underrated movie from 2017 on that list, so it looks like I've got some catching up to do!
I want that sweater dress in my life! <3
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, don't worry, I haven't either, bu then again...I don't even enjoy watching movies 😛
Julia from Fashion Potluck
Love the idea of making such "friday finishers"! Quite convenient and cool! Going to read some other stuff now!:)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
A long time series, but will probably be going away come 2018!