Friday Finisher 3/24/17

It’s that twice annual time of year where picking classes happens out of nowhere. One of the most stressful things about college is schedule next semester’s classes (i.e. Fall 2017). I can’t think that far in advance…I’ll have to get thing situated and ready over the weekend so I can “pounce” when my time slot opens later next week. UGH! Why do they do this to us? After all these years, and so much technology, there MUST be an easier way!

I think I’ve checked out already…after Spring Break and it’s all down hill, right? Just need to stay motivated a little longer, 2 months? This will just call for some major stress-baking come finals! Maybe some chocolate covered pretzel snacking too! Alas, I hope you have a lovely weekend (hopefully is starts looking more like Spring up here in the North East!)

SS Posts from the week:

Monday: Carrot Cake Pancakes with Carrot Cream Frosting (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free, Vegan)

Wednesday: Easy Gluten-Free Chocolate Covered Pretzels (Allergy-Free, Vegan)

Thursday: Why You Need To Be Taking More Photos

Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:

Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:

+ Do More Things That Make You Forget To Check Your Phone

Doesn’t it feel good to realize you haven’t looked in hours?

+ The Busier You Are, The More You Need Quiet Time

You need more mental recovery!

+ How To Become The Happy Person You Always Wanted To Be

We could all use more happiness!

+ Confessions Of A Recovering Perfectionist

Really small steps.

+ 6 One-Minute Morning Routines That’ll Make Starting Your Day Easier

For each type of person!

+ How To Stay True To Yourself And Live Life Your Way

That’s what matters!

+ Do You Ever Feel Like You’re Not Good Enough?

I know we’ve all gone through these times.

 + How To Worry Productively

If you’re going to worry, might as well make it productive!

+ How To Spring Clean Your Thoughts

Even your thoughts need a little Spring refresh!

+ My Real Life + Being Happy

This. Everything about this!

Food:

+ Amy’s Organic Drive Thru Starts Off Strong

I hope to get there one day!

+ Baobab Could Be The Next Big Gluten-Free Baking Thing

You know I have my eye on this one!

+ Crunchmaster Debuts New Look & 10 New Products

I’m so excited for these!

Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:

+ The Fallacies About The Need To Go “Gluten-Free”

There should be only one need.

+ Celiac Prevalence Higher In North vs. South

Interesting study.

Blogging & Social Media:

+ The Right Way To Organic Blog Menus

Don’t worry guys…you’ll be seeing some major changes over here soon!

+ A Huge Guide On How To Write Effective Post Titles

Titles and images are the key to traffic driving posts!

+ 10 Reasons Why Your Blog Or Online Business Is Failing

Don’t worry, you can fix it!

+ 5 Simple Tips For Great Facebook Videos

These are the keys to success!

+ The Best Times To Post To The Top 8 Social Platforms

I really don’t know anymore, I just like to keep my consistent.

+ How To Boost Engagement On Social Media with Visual Content

Make those visuals rock!

+ Instagram Hacks: 44 Tricks And Features You Probably Didn’t Know About

How many are new to you?

+ Some Things I’ve Written To Myself About Writing

Fabulous lessons and thoughts!

+ Why I’m Done With Blogging About Blogging

Amen, girl! Amen!

Tech & Photography:

+ 21 Computer Games From The 90s

The simple days where playing these games brought the sweetest joy!

+ Loom

Okay….I’m never writing an email again!

+ 3 Ways To Create A Video Studio On Any Budget

No matter what you’re willing to spend (or not spend)!

+ How To Use ‘Google Images’ To Help Protect Your Photos

Well that’s nifty to know!

Career, Business, & Success:

+ How To Land Freelance Jobs With Social Media

Definitely want to start freelancing more!

+ The Psychological Price Of Entrepreneurship

It’s not always pretty.

+ Instead Of Leaving A Job, Why Not Take A Pause?

Hopefully this will be a more accepted option one day!

Podcast Episodes:

+ FoodBloggerPro Ep: 90 With Brita Britnell

I loved Brita’s story about her journey with videos!

+ Chopped Ep: 124 Create SEO Momentum

Now, I know everyone has their feelings about “experts” like Casey. This episode will lead you through anger, tears, fear, confusion…but it’s a good listen, just take it with a garin of salt, eh?

+ Boss Girl Creative Ep: 93 How To Cold Pitch Brands

Golden! Keep this one bookmarked!

Other:

+ 9 Swimsuit Styles That Will Be Huge This Summer

I am liking these trends!

Things To “Eye” & Buy:

+ Just so you’re warned, you’ll be needing one of these very soon!

+ Since Victoria’s Secret stopped selling bathing suits…I need to find a new retailer. Something simple (and small sizes)Suggestions?

+ One of my favorite colors that’s apparently “on trend” this season!

Favorite Pins:

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Asian Chickpea Rice Paper Tacos. This is such a fabulous idea!

Balsamic Roasted Strawberry Ice Cream. I love adding balsamic to sweet fruits!

Chickpea Sliders with French Fries. That is one loaded burger!

Homemade Harissa. O, this is my life! Beautifully done!

Nettle Soup. I’ve always wanted to find some nettles…still no luck 🙁

Easy Vegan Pizza Pasta Bake. Pasta, pizza, baked? Good stuff!

A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:

+ Remember my grill obsession? Well, we just added ANOTHER one to the pile.

So tell me:

+ Most stressful thing in college that isn’t supposed to be “stressful”?

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