Friday Finisher 8/22/14

Today is my last day at home. Tomorrow at 3am I will wake-up and get ready to hope in the car and head on down to DC. Our rented truck will be full of all my possessions, mostly new, a lot old, and tons of food! I am just kind of going through the motions, floating through these last few days, not really thinking about it all. I am so overwhelmed with packing. WHAT DO YOU BRING!? I am sure I am forgetting something. I mean, I am moving my whole life and self to another state (well semi-state). I have to strategically go through my checklist today and make sure everything is in order and ready to go. No time of social media and procrastination today! It is game time. So while I am frantically living my last day, why don;t you take some time and read some good stuff 😉 Enjoy these posts and pins for me! XOXO

SS Posts from the week:

Monday: Power Monday #58 The Fear Of Change

Tuesday: The Origami Cup

Wednesday: Honey Roasted Vanilla Almond Crusted Chicken {With Blue Diamond}

Thursday: Recipe ReDux #10 Raw Coffee Quinoa Protein Bars

Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:

Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:

+ 20 Practices That Will Set You Free

Beautiful ways to truley embrace and enjoy your life!

+ There Is No "Perfect Time"

It will never feel 100%, but you just have to do it!

+ The Brutal Birth Of Something New

Something new isn't always pretty, but it doesn't need to be!

+ I Am Anxious

Yea to all of the uncertainty right now!

+ Listen To Your Heart

More valuable lessons taken from yoga 🙂

+ Love Your Body NOW

Beautiful reminders to help us all remember.

Fitness:

+ Adapting To Weather Changes: 10 Tips To Training In The Heat

Great tips for these last hot days of summer! Fingers crossed the heat stays though 😉

+ Top 5 Reasons Why Your Workout Isn't Working

Are you frustrated with not seeing the results you want?

+ 10 Race Day Tips

Get prepared for race day with these great tips!

+ Tips For Newbie Runners

This post may be hinting at something that you should read at the end of the Finisher 😉

+ How Do You Know You're Ready To Run A Half Marathon

One day I'll be ready 😉 Maybe...

+ 3 Hip Stretches To Do After Your Next Run

O man did I need this! (Hint...hint!)

Food:

+ The Macronutrient Trinity: What You Need To Know About Carbs, Protein, And Fats

Great info if your interested in macros and nutrition!

+ Breaking Up With Paleo

Everyone thrives on different foods and diets. It is OKAY to eat what you body needs!

+ Cocktail Hour Minus The Booze

Fun drinks "G-Rated!"

+ What You Need To Know About The Almond & Peanut Butter Recall

Sad, sad day kids. I cried. But at least I had none of these in my pantry! Close one!

+ The One Mistake Every Beginner Makes In The Kitchen

Don't do it! Have patience people 😉

Health:

+ Food Allergies: Why They're So Common Today + What You Can Do

Damn environment. So frustrating!

+ This Is What Dieting Does To Your Body

Just...don't do it. Just eat healthy and be active! Done!

+ 3 Common Chemicals That May Cause Breast Cancer

Scary stuff to stay away from!

+ What You Need To Know About Superbugs

Exactly why (well one reason why) I don't believe in antibiotics or avoid them at all costs.

+ 6 Easy Ways To Be Healthier

Easy, easy, easy!

Blogging, Social Media, Technology:

+ 10 Reasons Why I Love Your Blog

I do look for these things in the blogs I love!

+ Can You Increase Creativity? Yes, And These Tips Will Show You How...

Need some inspiration for ideas and your next post or project?

+ I Blog On The Side

Great tips for the busy blogging life balance!

+ How Much To Charge For Blog Posts?

So helpful!

+ 58 Ways To Get Noticed As A New Blogger

Good stuff right here!

+ Overcome The Newbie Blogger Blues And Stay Motivated

I still need this and think I will always feel like a newbie!

+ 25 Tips To Be A Better Writer

It's all about keeping it short. I should try that some time 😉

+ 8 Things You Should Never Say To A Blogger

Yea...please don't.

Other:

+ 6 Myths The media Perpetuate About Animals

O yes! Please read this and get the facts!

+ 18 Things I Really (Really!) Wish I Knew In My 20s

Well at least now I know before my 20s 😉

+ Healthy Living Blogger's Definition Of Vacation

Truth right here! You know this happens all the time, and it's totally frustrating.

+ To Nervous Students Starting College

This girl is my savior!

+ The Overprotected Kid

Very interesting read. Children are losing independence and discovery in this new age.

+ 12 Things I've Learned In My First Year Of Parenting

Lessons for mammas!

+ 10 Back To School Supplies That Money Can't Buy

Ah yes, and these are the most important to have.

+ 30 College Tips For Future Successful People

Well I want to be successful so these are perfect for me 😉

Favorite Pins:

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Healthy Coffee Smoothie with Toasted Coconut. How yummy is that! Coffee and coconut <3

Bolivian Canahua Pilaf. Have you heard of Canahua? What an awesome new grain

Vegan Zucchini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins. Simply perfection! Love it all!

Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread Cookies. My kind of cookie! Zucchini really is my favorite veggie! Everyday in my tummy 😉

Roasted Chickpea "Panzanella" Salad. Panzanella made gluten-free! Great idea!

Healthy Peach Melba "Sorbet". It's perfect! Just fruit and sugar-free!

Paleo Starch-Free Vegan Bagel. You know where it's at!

Grilled Veggie Sandwiches. Just use some gluten-free bread and this will be heaven on a plate!

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

+ Okay, so enough with the running hints. I have an announcement to make! Last Sunday, I went for my first run in over 10 years! I did it! I tied up my ZQuicks, went for a walk around the neighborhood down my street and then got the urge to just start running for a bit. I saw a line in the pavement ahead of me and told my self to just go when I got to that point. That's what I did, and I didn't stop! I have no idea how far or fast I went, but it was quick, but felt crazy! I didn't have an asthma attack a die either! However, my ankles hurt, they felt so heavy hitting the pavement. (I think I was just sore from other workouts). But then the next days, my hips hurt. So I haven't run again, but I think I will do quick little bursts once a week (IN DC!). Just something different for my body. Once I started running though, I couldn't stop! It really was addicting, I ran all the way home and then I was all smiles and I couldn't stop smiling! Can I call myself a runner now? Eh, not yet 😉

+ What else did I love this week? Well I can't really say since my emotions have been CRAZY up and down all week. One minute I would feel good and confident, the next I was so overwhelmed I just wanted to hide in my closet.

So tell me:

+ When did you start running? Do you remember you first run? How did it feel?

+ What are you doing this weekend? Are the kiddos going back to school soon or have they already? My classes start MONDAY!

So I have no idea what time I will have to write posts for next week. I do have one already scheduled for Monday, but other than that I have no idea. So please bare with me other the next few weeks as I get my college legs and figure out my new schedule and how much time I have for my blogging. I won't ever leave though (even if you want me to!)! I will definetly have a Friday Finisher up next week. So two posts for sure, but I'll try to get a college update in to so you can find out how move-in went! Until then, have a beautiful weekend and wish me luck! XOXO

GWU here I come!

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