Hey there gluten-free friends! I hope you had a wonderful and joy-filled merry Christmas and holiday week! We aren't done yet though, right? I'll keep things super short as I know we're ALL still in total holiday mode and prepping for our New Year's festivities! I am SO excited and looking forward to welcoming 2018! I'm trying to keep myself positive about the new year and brush 2017 way under the rug (never to be seen again).
So I have for you an End-Of-Year 2017 Reader Survey to fill out! I want to keep Strength and Sunshine being the best it can be, providing value to you with the content you want, and any support you need on your celiac and food allergy journeys! When you have time, feel free to take the survey and be 100% honest. You have a say it what happens in this space and I want to hear from you! (Here is an external link if you have trouble with the form below)
And of course I did manage to round-up a few articles and links for you to check out! Have a happy New Year!!! xoxo
SS Posts from the week:
Wednesday: Slow Cooker Fesenjan Chicken (Gluten-Free, Paleo)
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
+ The Ultimate Guide To Personal Productivity Methods
Which one works best for you?
+ The Shortcut Is: The Is Not Shortcut
There isn't. Luck happens to some people, but for the majority...we're in it for the long haul.
+ If You Only Sort Of Have Your S*it Together
It's okay...it's what matters to you.
Food:
+ The US Food System's Poor Ranking
We need to fix this.
+ Parchment Paper vs. Silicone Mats
When to use which!
+ Designing An Emotional Recipe Database
This is interesting.
+ Why Don't American's Grow Spices
Ever wonder why we import?
+ Amazon May Not Dominate Grocery
No...they won't.
Hello, slow cooker month!
So excited for this series! I will be watching!
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
+ FDA Food Recalls Are Too Slow
They are. It takes MONTHS most of the time.
It's not just about new grocery stores.
Blogging & Social Media:
This is kind of funny.
+ Social Media Guide For Actors
Honestly, any influencer could glean some knowledge.
I hope Instagram dies first, but that's just me.
+ 5 Hidden Google Analytics Reporting Features
Check these out while you're doing your end-of-year tracking.
Well....I never started, so.
+ Social Media Predictions For 2018
A rundown for each of the platforms.
+ 7 Things I Learned About Gmail Working At Google
Some little hacks to take note of!
Design, Tech, & Photography:
+ Older iPhones Running Slowly
I really hope the lawsuits go through.
+ The Dumbest Inventions Of 2017
Sometimes this flop.
A great photography tutorial.
+ A Cartographer's Take On Google Maps
It is rather creepy.
It's already happening at a quick pace.
+ 4 Quick And Easy Photoshop Fixes For Lightroom Users
Fantastic tricks to know.
Career, Business, & Success:
+ Fortune's 2018 Business By Design List
Who is rocking design in the moment?
+ 9 Key Habits To Attract Success
Try these out for 2018!
+ The Scariest Financial Future
This is a super long read, but worth it. Some great discussion in here.
+ Why You Can Focus At A Coffee Shop And Not The Office
Coffee shop productivity is real!
+ The Booming $100-Million Ice Cream Brand
They had one hell of a journey!
Podcasts & Audio:
+ Noah Kagon: Proactive Dashboards
I have become OBSESSED with Noah!
+ Coolest Things I've Ever Made: Old West Town
That's so badass!
Other:
That is so true. The looks you get.
+ The World's Coolest Playgrounds
I want to play!
As long as I can stay inside...
+ Why The Hallmark Channel Dominates
I love you, Hallmark!
+ The Greatest Christmas Light Neighborhood
What if you don't want to participate? Haha!
+ The Official Hometown Of Santa Claus
Christmas YEAR-ROUND!
Things To Eye & Buy:
+ Loving this dress in black!
+ My favorite shade of mustardy yellow!
+ Oooo! This one too!
+ I've always wanted to wear one of these sparkly dresses.
+ Also love dresses with a high neck line.
Yummy Recipes To Pin:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
+ Chocolate Cranberry Crepes with Leftover Cranberry Sauce
These sound yummy for all the festive sauce!
+ Vegan Alfredo with Cajun Broccoli
A perfectly healthy and filling meal for the winter!
+ Vegan Creamy Gingersnap Lattes
Will this sounds very sippable 😉
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ Tons of holiday relaxation time!
So tell me:
+ How was your Christmas/Holiday week? What are your New Year's Eve plans?
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Caitlin | Beauty & Colour
Just found your blog, loving all of these links you shared especially the gingersnap lattes yum!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Glad you enjoy the Friday Finisher!
Shelby @Fitasamamabear
The guide to personal productivity.. I need this! I'm productive and scattered at the same time it seems 😛
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha! Sometimes we need a little chaos too!