Watch out guys…it’s Friday the 13th (and in October!) Midterms start next week too (this could be a bad sign). I’m not too worried, though, but you can never help but get stressed out when everyone else makes midterms and finals SUCH a big deal. This semester, none of my classes rely to heavily on midterms or finals. I have a ton of other assignments, papers, etc. that are more important percentage wise. Of course, there no statistics or chemistry to worry about either (except epidemiology, but I adore that class and the math isn’t “hard”).

This weekend is also the GFAF Expo! You can still snag some tickets TODAY only, otherwise you’ll have to hope to get some at the door at a higher price. It’s always fun to browse around among our favorite gluten-free brands and companies, mingle, try out new products, get free swag, and of course buy the best of the goodies we love! Hope to see you there!

SS Posts from the week:

Monday: Gluten-Free + Vegan Chickpea Nuggets (Allergy-Free, Grain-Free)

Wednesday: Nightshade-Free Ketchup (Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free)

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What a week. It always feels “weird” to post when a horrific event occurs. As I was watching the news coverage at 3:30am EST on Monday morning, having a happy little recipe post go live in a few hours felt so wrong. It’s one of those dilemmas content creators, influencers, media always face. I don’t talk about much news here on the blog (except celiac, allergy, food news). I guess this space can hopefully be, like most blogs, a reprieve from the stresses of the real world. I think that’s why people read blogs (or look at recipes). It’s an escape, a form of self-care, I think. Everyone has their “go-to” blogs and websites and hopefully our content can bring a smile or breath of fresh air when you need it.

Cheers, love, hugs, and strength this weekend <3

SS Posts from the week:

Monday: Gluten-Free Crustless Apple Pie (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

Wednesday: Gluten-Free + Vegan Harissa Grilled Cheese (Allergy-Free)

Recently Updated: Vegan Chickpea Scramble

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I guess being a college senior, it’s more than normal to be consumed with work! However, I have started to find that flow of managing all 5 classes and nothing is “too hard”. In about 2 weeks it will already be midterms which is so weird! If it weren’t for this heatwave, I think I’d feel like it was Christmas is just a few weeks! Time is flying! One thing I’ve been struggling with is inspiration in my cooking and baking (i.e. this work, this blog). I want to get creative in the kitchen, but when I go to make something I lose all steam and my mind goes blank. I also feel like I’m wasting time when I could be studying or doing more school work.

Taking a break from my craft is 100% fine (I have enough content to sustain this blog for years), but my cooking is my outlet and it always feels bad to be in one of this “stuck” unfocused dry spells. I’ll just give it some time since I know when it really gets into the holiday season, baking all the fun treats will be top priority 😉

SS Posts from the week:

Monday: Homemade Gluten-Free Pizza Lunchables (Vegan, Allergy-Free, Grain-Free)

Wednesday: Vegan “Mozzarella” Sticks (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free, Oil-Free)

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September always seems like such a long month, but it also flys by! Can you believe, my teachers are already talking about our midterm dates? Hold up! We just finished week 3! School-related everything has taken over my life though. There is zero time for anything else (don’t even ask how I’m fitting in blogging!) Definitely a time when you start to savor every ounce of sleep (I felt the same way last year during this time!)

Here’s where I keep things short and just spam you with a bunch of links I’ve gathered! Enjoy your weekly Friday Finisher browsing! Happy Weekend!

SS Posts from the week:

Monday: Cuban-Style Tuna Meal Prep Bowls (Gluten-Free, Paleo)

Wednesday: Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

Thursday: How-To Make Eggplant Bacon In Your Dehydrator

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What a week, for al of us! Strength and love to all those affected by the hurricanes and floods. Disasters like these make those of us who haven’t been affected hold our loved ones tight and appreciate the safety we have. In a moment any one of us can find ourselves in the middle of such a tragedy and it’s so important to show support and gratitude for what we currently have.

My challenge to you this weekend is to go out and do something unexpected and kind to 3 people in your life. Make a positive impact in your community, right now, and spread the love <3 Also, please think about donating gluten-free and allergy-friendly food to the food banks in effected areas. Celiacs and those with food allergies are in dire need right now!

SS Posts from the week:

Monday: Gluten-Free Maple Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

Wednesday: Homemade Gluten-Free + Vegan Oatmeal Cream Pies (Allergy-Free, Sugar-Free)

Thursday: Freedom Feature: Jessica Hanson “Tasty Meditation”

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