If you didn't leave July with a bang, don't worry, I did that for you! In all the most not-good ways, the foreseeable future of the month of August is not going to be very fun or relaxing. It all starts with those random hives I got a few weeks ago and mentioned in passing over here. Well, it kept (keeps) happening and I've been trying to narrow it down, as it's gotten worse. I'll be getting good ole' allergy testing down next week so fingers crossed for an answer! I also went to see my GI doc for a routine bi-annual follow-up and things were not good. I neglected getting one specific test which may give us an answer to a persistent problem, but we thought things were okay and it wouldn't be needed.
Honestly, once I have more answers I'll give you a real update. I realize I never did, even from over a year ago when my body basically broke on me. Just know that August may be a bit slow over here. We only have one (delicious) post going out next week (plus the Finisher). But don't worry, I'm still "here"! See you next week! By the way, is it really August?!
SS Posts from the week:
Monday: Gut-Healthy Thick & Creamy Chocolate Smoothie (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
Wednesday: 4-Ingredient No-Churn Vegan Tahini Chocolate Ice Cream (Gluten-Free, Paleo)
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
50 people around the world share!
+ This Is What Happened When I Asked My Friends To Rate Me
Super interesting experiment.
+ How To Be Thankful For Your Life With One Word
Now you see things differently.
Right? I'm sure you've had one!
+ 6 Tips To Handle "What If You Need It" Clutter
This clutter is the worst!
+ How To Get Out Of Your Head & Be Amazing
We all need to do this sometimes!
+ The Do's & Don'ts Of Dating From Bartenders
They see a lot!
+ Tsundoku
Well, I don't buy, but I collect them. Love getting new ones!
+ Giving Yourself The 20 Minute Rule
A better way to practice "letting go".
How about quarter-life unraveling?
+ Motherhood In The Age Of Fear
Super interesting opinion piece on NYTimes.
Loved Sophie's thoughts on the current state of "self love and care".
Food:
+ Baker's Are Tired Of The Same Instagram Cake
Hahaha! The problem with Instagram...
+ Every State's Favorite Ice Cream Flavor
Come on NJ!!
Basically what I eat every day (but my grain portion is a starch)!
+ The US's 2.5 Billion-Pound Meat Surplus
I don't understand this....
On that not, look at all that cow pasture...
+ What SNAP Grocery Benefits Look Like
It's not good.
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
+ Gluten-Free Watchdog Calls On Nima Labs
The gullible celiacs who use this...please just stop.
Just...eat fish or walnuts for Omega 3, etc......
+ Gwyneth Paltrow & The Goop Haters
Honestly, the article was much better than I'd expected!
+ Sitting Isn't Slowly Killing You
i.e. it's not the new smoking like "media" says.
Blogging & Social Media:
+ Are You Being Followed By Robots
The bots that do engagement for you...the worst! I don't want your "wow" or "yummy" comment!
+ No, You Probably Don't Have A Book In You
Not every life is a sellable story.
+ Contract Templates & Tools For Freelancers
Super great resource!
+ The Linguistics Of A YouTube Voice
Much more to it than you thought!
+ 10 Principles For The Care & Feeding Of Ideas
Remember these!
+ The GaryVee Content Strategy
He reveals it right here!
How sad!
+ Grammar Purity Is One Big Ponzi Scheme
Hahaha! True!
+ How To Create An Actionable Plan For Your Online Presence
Such a fantastic post!
+ Why "Free" Products Are Never Truly Free
I don't think influencers or brands will ever understand this.
Design, Tech, & Photography:
+ Small Attic Apartment In Oakland
Such a cute set-up!
+ Get The Internet Speeds You Pay For
Here's how to check!
+ 10 Essential Items For Food Styling
Get out those Q-tips!
Career, Business, & Success:
Take it offline!
+ Enforcing Consequences On Clients
They need to do their part as well.
+ How Sellers Trick Amazon To Boost Sales
Spammy actions here!
+ Second-Order Thinking To Outperform
This is the way to think!
+ How To Introduce Yourself & Be Unforgettable
First impressions matter!
+ Alter Your Speech To Motivate Others
Great to know!
Podcasts & Audio:
+ Online Marketing Made Easy: How To Create A 3 Month SEO Plan
Such a great episode!
+ Simple Pin Media: What To Pin In August
So you know!
Other:
The skills!
This looks so awesome!
Here's some nifty info!
+ Photos From California's Wildfires
Chilling...
+ The 100 Best TV Episodes Of The Century
Loving #1!
+ Ray Collins' Amazing Images Of The Sea
These are stunning!
Things To Eye & Buy:
+ This cute floral dress!
+ This cute girly number!
+ Flowy, short, and sweet!
Yummy Recipes To Pin:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
Such a yummy breakfast!
+ No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Crispy Bars
Love the sprinkles!
+ Guilt-Free Vietnamese Coffee Granita
Coconut milk can do no wrong!
+ Coconut Rice Noodles with Ginger & Turmeric
Why does this sound so good?
+ Harissa-Roasted Eggplant with Minced Chicken
How about this for dinner!
+ Mexican Lunch Bowl with Spicy Crumb
Anything with "crumb"!
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ Coding. My not-so-guilty-pleasure that I'm loving!
So tell me:
+ When do your kids (or you) go back to school?
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Jenny
Interesting article about back to school shopping! I always wondered why the back to school ads start so early- now I know. Our kids go back on the 13th (so early, I know!) We're doing lots of shopping this weekend. Thanks as always for the Friday FInisher, I really enjoy it! Hope you start feeling better soon.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
School in August should be banned!
Jenna Leigh Condon
I love this type of post!! I can't believe August is already here. Crazy. 🙂 Thanks for sharing.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Enjoy!