Happy Good Friday. Do people even say that? It's not really a holiday, just a religious observance. Well anyway...at least I have no school! Even though I had just two days this week, I am dead. Those two days killed me. I need some sleep and some rest. But I don't think I will be getting much of that because I am just so damn excited for DC! I have so much to get done before I leave late Sunday night to go to my grandparents house again, but all four of us, my mom, grandparents, and I will be driving down (not flying). We will be leaving sometime very early on Monday morning, aiming to get down there by 9-10am for the GW admitted students day. From there, all the fun begins 😉 I'll be going to the American accepted students day as well which is on Tuesday. But in between all that I will be acting like the DC-loving-tourist that I am and visiting all the wonderful sites I didn't get to on my last trip. I feel like a kid on Christmas morning right now! I can't wait to say hello to Georgetown, Mr. Lincoln, and the Washington Monument which finally has it's scaffolding taken down! Just a few more days, ah! Still, I need to focus and get work done before playtime 😉 Plus, I have those AP tests coming up in the beginning of May...better start studying for those...maybe...well yes I need to. I am not going to throw that $350 cost for the tests down the damn drain! Anyway...
FTSF is off this week so no sentence 🙁
SS Posts from the week:
Monday: Power Monday #41 Ten Reasons Why I Love Yoga
Tuesday: How To Entertain When You Have Food Allergies
Wednesday: Coconut Peanut Quinoa Flakes
Thursday: Academia In Spartenburg
Blog Posts I loved this week:
+ Organic Is Not A Synonym For Healthy
Don't be fooled by labeling. Just because something is organic does not mean it isn't still processed crap.
+ Why Your Body Fat Isn't Preventing You From Looking Cut
There are a lot more factors that go in to getting that definition than just your body fat percentage.
+ Being An Elite Athlete Is Not All Glamour
It is no easy task. Hard work, dedication, and determination.
FYI People were never ever meant to consume another animals milk. Just saying 😉
+ The 12-Year Old Yoga Instructor
What a bad-ass 😉
Get rid of the fear and take control.
+ Food Intolerance And Healing My Gut
Interesting. I would be really curious what my results would be.
+ Boost Marathon Performance With A Walk
Don't knock the benefits of a simple walk.
+ Maintaining Gut Health And Gluten Free Living
Gut health is so tricky, especially with allergies and intolerences, but that is when it is even more important.
+ Are You One Of "Those" People?!
Haha, I am one of "those" people 😉
+ My First Bikini Competition - OCB Eastern Regi0nals 2014
Congrats, Katie! You looked absolutely fabulous and I loved following along through the whole process! XOXO
+ 10 Tips --> How To Make It Through Your Long Run
For when I start running....
There is nothing wrong with having both fitness and aesthetic goals.
+ I Was Once A 90-Pound College Student, Too
Have you been following along with this controversy with the Yale student?
+ 5 Fixable Roadblocks To More Muscle
Easy things to fix, we just need some reminders!
All the greens, all the time!
I found some really awesome new blogs to drool over!
+ Embracing Your Own Standards
I totally agree with this! It does not matter what you look like when you are working out!
+ Blogging, Disclosure And The FTC
Great info for us bloggers!
+ 6 Things You Shouldn't Have To Justify
No one else's opinion matters on what you do as long as you feel good/right about it.
+ The Difference Between Building MUSCLE And Building STRENGTH
Change up your rep ranges to see different results!
A different take on "meditation".
+ Healthy Living: Do What's Good For You
In a time when being healthy is getting muddied and hard to understand.
Taking your plank to the next level. You've got to move on sometime!
+ The 25 Best Heart Thumping Calorie Burning Exercises
Awesome list! You could make some great workouts with these 🙂
+ 3 Reasons To Consider Ditching Your Data Device (Or At Least Take A Trial Separation)
I have always felt like these could be a bad idea for a lot of people and can become abused.
+ Fun Facts About The Boston Marathon
In honor of one of the greatest marathons, coming up this weekend!
+ How Can I Make My Kid Less Stressed?
Children can get stressed just like the rest of us and we need to be aware.
+ Tips For Increasing Confidence As A Group Fitness Instructor
One day I will have my certification 😉
+ The Answer To Every Fitness Question
"It depends!"
Favorite Pins:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
Cardio & Strength Circuit. A great workout to bust out anytime!
White Tara Breakfast Bowl. Wake-up to some nourishment!
Fashion Trends: Jumpsuiting. I've never tried a full jumpsuit, but when I have tried on a romper...I looked really stupid. But damn it, this jumpsuit looks so pretty
Cauliflower Rice Paper Baked Samosas with Tangy Mint Chutney. I can actually eat these! How exciting 😉
Healthy Chinese Take-Out Sauce. Even though I have been on a major Mexican kick, I may need to start up my Asian flavor obsession again!
Guide To Seeds. I am really loving Chia Seeds right now when I make my buckwheat cereals.
Oven-Baked Teff-Coated Chicken Nuggets. Why have I still yet to buy Teff? I must have a problem!
Berry Oatmeal Pancakes. I die.
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ The overwhelming joy I am feeling right now to be going to DC! O how I have missed that place so much <3
+ Getting my official Acceptance letter/packet in the mail from GW finally! I cried tears of joy as I was reading the letter to my mom. 🙂
+ Receiving and getting. Selfish sounding, but I am so happy to have treated myself to new clothes last week and they all fit! Yay for not having to worry about sending them back. Plus I bought some accessories in SC. And I received a ton of packages in the mail all week. I will be sharing everything with you next week and so on 😉
+ Taking another step in crushing my fear of eating out. I still will never implement this for joy, but when I have to I know I can survive!
+ Easter weekend! We won't really be celebrating, but my brother will be home at least. If you are celebrating I hope you have a lovely day. If not, just have a lovely day og yoga, good eats, and love!
So Tell Me:
+ What is the last thing you bought for yourself?
+ Would you ever wear a jumpsuit? I am dieing to get one, now...just need to find the right (and affordable) one!
+ Are you doing anything special this weekend?
So since I will be away next week, I will be pre-writing all my posts for the week. Recaps will come the next week, but follow me on Instagram ad I plan to be photographing every moment!
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Barbara Bamber | justasmidgen
Thanks for highlighting my White Tara Bowl:) Have an awesome Easter weekend!! xx
Strength and Sunshine
You too Barbara! It looks fabulous!
Suzanne Digre | Workout Nirvana Fitnesss
Damn, I think that jumpsuit looks crazy gawgus! And thanks for including me in your link love - awesome to connect with you!
Strength and Sunshine
I am dieing over that jumpsuit! Haha 🙂
I'm glad you stopped by! XOXO
Katie @ Peace Love & Oats
Thanks for including me, and all the great reading recommendations!
Strength and Sunshine
Your welcome Katie! XOXO
sprint2thetable
Thanks for the link back! Best of luck on exams!!!
Strength and Sunshine
Thanks Laura! 🙂
cottercrunch
thanks for the link love! and i loved your post on entertaining guests with food allergies! i'll be at your table any day!
Strength and Sunshine
That is all thanks to Kristy! But we food allergy friends have to stick together! 😉
cottercrunch
doh! i meant to say kristy! but i know you have similar skills!
Sami
The white tara breakfast bowl looks so good! Good luck on the exams in May, you'll do great!
Strength and Sunshine
It totally does!
Thanks Sami 🙂 XOXO
Kaila @healthyhelperblog!
Thanks for the link love, dear!!!
Strength and Sunshine
Of course Kaila! 🙂
Tina Muir
Oooops, I commented on the wrong post hahaha! Sorry Rebecca....this is where it was meant to be 🙂 Thanks for featuring Jill and I! I have been impressed with how well that post has gone, I was worried I would come across as ungrateful!
I love that you explain why you love each post, makes it so much easier to find what to click on 🙂
Strength and Sunshine
I loved your post! I totally admire your dedication and drive XOXO
Thanks! I always like to just put my little 2 cents in 😉
Brittany Lesser
Awesome link love! Thanks for including me girl! 😀 Good luck on your AP tests, you got this! <3
Strength and Sunshine
Haha, thank you Brittany! I hope I do 😛