Hey there gluten-free friends! Notice anything different? I know, I know, we didn’t change anything “big”, but we cleaned Strength and Sunshine up a lot on the backend and gave her some fresh new looks! We did try changing my colors and theme, but it just didn’t feel right to me. After 4 years, I had a hard time breaking up with my “branding”. We kept the colors, changed the logo (exactly what I wanted! See that cast iron?), revamped the menu and all the pages. The recipe index is perfect and so much better to navigate! We are still tweaking things, so the work isn’t done just yet and I’ll be doing some other really techie things over the next 2 weeks, but you all will see the benefits (believe me!)
When my fabulous designer/developer went in, she saw just how cluttered the coding and backend of my blog was from my original “designer”. I’m feeling so much better now with the “freshness”. I want to be able to deliver you guys the best content in the best ways! So we are almost done, just a few more things, and Strength and Sunshine will be ready for a brand new “school year” (haha!) Speaking of which…classes start on the 5th…I am NOT ready to go back what-so-ever!
So have a great weekend and enjoy this week’s Friday Finisher! xoxo
SS Posts from the week:
Monday: Homemade Gluten-Free + Vegan Goldfish (Allergy-Free, Grain-Free)
Wednesday: Homemade Gluten-Free Rice Krispie Treats (Allergy-Free, Sugar-Free, Vegan)
Thursday: Freedom Feature: Hannah Crane “Gluten-Free Guru”
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
+ When You Can’t Stop Looking Ahead, Look Backwards
Sometimes it’s not so great to look ahead.
+ Schools Ditching Homework For Family Time
What first grader needs homework anyway?
+ Laugh And The World Laughs With You
Isn’t this so true? “Ha”.
+ Why Doing The Dishes Will Make You More Appreciative
Yes! The small chores!
I could spend hours!
+ Why Highly Sensitive People Need Minimalism
Totally agree!
+ 7 Tips To Get You Through Bad Mental Health Days
When you just aren’t feeling well.
+ Stop Forming Habits And Start Keep Habits
Love the mindset shift!
+ 4 Things That Happen When You Move Away From Your Hometown
So sad, even when you think it won’t be.
+ 4 Rituals That Will Make You Mentally Strong
Best strength to have!
Speaking of mental strength…
+ Maybe We All Need A Little Less Balance
Less balance, but self-awareness!
+ How Your Fear And Outrage Is Being Sold For Profit
I think we already knew this.
Easy peasy?
Food:
+ Grocery Chain Now Carrying Misfit Produce
Yes! I would totally be a customer!
Ah! The struggle! I use dried for most things.
+ 7 Reasons To Use Parchment Paper
Because it is the best!
+ What Ever Happened To The Bread Machine?
I’ve had mine for 9 years…never used it.
+ How To Make Chia Pudding Not Gross
Haha…maybe.
Just one number!
Well…I guess we’ll see where this goes. So many small brands are being picked up. GlutenFreeda just was as well…
+ Walmart’s Organic Fast Food Joint
I want to go!
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
The final chapter in the saga?
+ How New Generation Drugs Are Targeting Depression
Interesting findings.
+ In The Future Your Body Won’t Be Buried
Creepy…
+ Beneficial Gut Bacteria From Elite Athletes
Hmmmm….
Blogging & Social Media:
+ 31 Affiliate Marketing Post Ideas
All the catchy headlines you’ll need!
+ The Psychology Of Brand Loyalty
Find out what it takes to keep the audience loyal!
+ The Best Times To Post On Social Media
Love this infographic!
+ How Smartphones Destroyed A Generation
I am so glad I finally read this article. Amazing.
+ Social Media Comparison Trap
Mmmmmhm.
Design, Tech, & Photography:
+ Amazing Colored Pencil Paint Drawings
The talent!
This just solved all emoji problems.
+ Popular Websites, Then and Now
This is nifty!
+ Stunning Sunset Photography In 7 Steps
Great tips for capturing that sunset!
Career, Business, & Success:
+ 12 Lessons You Learn Or Regret Forever
I’d rather learn!
+ 10 Tips To Get Over The Study Abroad Jitters
I never got to study abroad, I guess :/
+ To Come Up With A Good Ideas, Start By Imagining The Worst Idea Possible
That is helpful!
+ Overcoming The Failing Feeling
We all feel it at some point.
+ 10 Best Possible Worst Case Scenarios
Don’t worry! There is still a chance!
+ 3 Tips For Surviving The First 5 Minutes Of Any Social Situation
Survive and thrive!
Haha, so good!
Let yourself be “bored”.
+ Luck Is A Long Strong Of Yes’s
And a big YES to that!
+ Your Small Business Will Grow, But Don’t Lose Your Edge
With so many recent acquisitions, it’s important to remember those original values.
This is such a great analogue!
Other:
+ Why I Love My Paper Dictionary
Yes!! Long live!
+ Beautiful Latin America Destinations
Wow, I’m convinced!
+ A Day In The Life Of An Elementary Schooler In The Early 2000s
Hahahahaha! Omg!
My house is ALL papers.
+ 7 Unique Romantic Summer Getaways
Who wants to be my +1?
+ 40 Hours Of Relaxing Earth Sounds
Well…this is nifty to have 😉
Things To Eye &Â Buy:
+ These white trousers!
+ This adorable romper, please! Love the sleeves!
Favorite Pins:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
+ Easy 3 Cup Chicken with Zucchini
Hello, delicious dinner!
Now that is a burrito!
+ Almond Milk Pulp Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Cookie monster time!
+ Blueberry Blackberry Sorbet with Chia and Tahini
This beautiful mess!
+ Oat Milk Ice Cream with Grilled Peaches and Honey
This is such a stunning dessert!
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ Strength and Sunshine’s fresh new look and functioning, of course!
So tell me:
+ What’s been the highlight of your week?
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