tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77616133103421530052024-02-19T06:50:50.738-05:00Thirteen AcresThe McClarys13 Acreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961254056815199738noreply@blogger.comBlogger385125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7761613310342153005.post-32723000864310626202021-08-08T16:56:00.001-04:002021-08-08T16:58:19.586-04:00Low Carb Crustless Pizza Casserole <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglbDTa2wI0Xw8WvOR6P70fiSCzx-Gda1ZNz6iild25VfB1NRZKMofg1HoIC6HtdOe5A7llVVkDhj9Chlau5zhnsdw7FB11Etu9SQcDmIHo_9ps7AbeVe6QedpMJixc8GgINCvJR-vVA0bL/s2048/image0+%25285%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglbDTa2wI0Xw8WvOR6P70fiSCzx-Gda1ZNz6iild25VfB1NRZKMofg1HoIC6HtdOe5A7llVVkDhj9Chlau5zhnsdw7FB11Etu9SQcDmIHo_9ps7AbeVe6QedpMJixc8GgINCvJR-vVA0bL/w400-h400/image0+%25285%2529.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When I make pizza for Beckett, I normally eat the toppings off of 1 or 2 slices to keep away from the carbs, but I always feel bad throwing out the bread out. For lunch today I made pizza for him, but in a small, separate glass pie plate I layered some toppings to make a low carb, keto friendly casserole. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Depending on the size of the casserole dish, you can use whatever amounts of toppings desired. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I made Beckett's pizza then what I had left I layered in my dish. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>What I used:</u> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Rao's pizza sauce (I used one small jar but if you're doing a larger casserole you'll need 2) </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I tube of Jimmy Dean Sausage </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Pepperoni </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sliced Black Olives </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Baby Bella Mushrooms </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Shredded Mozzarella Cheese </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1 Tbsp. Oregano </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1 Tsp. Garlic Powder </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">~Brown sausage in a pan, rinse, drain and set aside. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">~Saute mushrooms along with oregano and garlic powder and set aside. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mix together sausage and pizza sauce and layer the bottom of a casserole dish. Sprinkle a layer of mozzarella, then a layer of mushrooms, repeat another layer of cheese, then top off with black olives and pepperoni. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Bake at 400 for about 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and starts to brown. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This dish can easily be changed up so many ways. There are so many options. Next time I may use fresh mozzarella slices or add in some sauteed onion and chopped bell pepper. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sky is the limit with this easy low carb option. Make it your own!</div><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=themcc0a-20&o=1&p=48&l=ur1&category=myhabit&m=myhabit&f=ifr" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" border="0" marginwidth="0" style="border:none;" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>13 Acreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961254056815199738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7761613310342153005.post-64822642147830784592021-07-27T13:05:00.003-04:002021-07-27T13:20:20.074-04:00Porch Updates <blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Wow. This is the first post I've done in a while that wasn't about low carb food! I've been itching to make some improvements around the house without breaking the bank. Some items have been splurge-worthy, but others are pretty inexpensive if we utilize what we already have! I recently located some furniture to the screened porch and I'm loving making the outdoor space feel like an indoor living area. Here's what one side of our screened porch looks like after moving some existing furniture we already had and buying some inexpensive details: </div></div></blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm0d_GbgnFyNdgnyI94M5JsqEVw-fTrJ1RSUp0ZbNnAVVRPDN-LQ4PY4CTrZzVV9jNpW4Hj1OjwfgGNmXtShZrsUOeaADdx2WxJu5eCYZHWYCDk4e67i0OJK02BM79N7FEFD1wJ8YCaHg0/s2048/IMG_6687.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm0d_GbgnFyNdgnyI94M5JsqEVw-fTrJ1RSUp0ZbNnAVVRPDN-LQ4PY4CTrZzVV9jNpW4Hj1OjwfgGNmXtShZrsUOeaADdx2WxJu5eCYZHWYCDk4e67i0OJK02BM79N7FEFD1wJ8YCaHg0/w480-h640/IMG_6687.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #0000ee;"><u><br /></u></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq8NEn-qUA0IlbUGpWxnYySiWy0nJ7ANozZKLV5c8QtZfhmXcxlxD2QY05vp558Bp6CqGoz4NbAWsSvl9DlzAXyVZ-b2KLivCJiIS65C9gw7HLXM03jZf5vJwA2YGzzndiEdAj8xLsgsCr/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5249.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="427" data-original-width="640" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq8NEn-qUA0IlbUGpWxnYySiWy0nJ7ANozZKLV5c8QtZfhmXcxlxD2QY05vp558Bp6CqGoz4NbAWsSvl9DlzAXyVZ-b2KLivCJiIS65C9gw7HLXM03jZf5vJwA2YGzzndiEdAj8xLsgsCr/w400-h268/Copy+of+IMG_5249.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">In Beckett's old nursery, we had a daybed that basically never got used</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkNffgwJyyupLaEhCO5hctudTBl4crGmHD6gSDdGBlXM4Vc-29kSYbxqkmbYsa6XPjJGGPnX7ZaiPLPg63uxQH0vxOU7FddNoz_5y4Lejzr9mU9nfO5u8lW7Oad2VkGwF2ZJ0FjjaTovL5/s640/IMG_7764.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="426" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkNffgwJyyupLaEhCO5hctudTBl4crGmHD6gSDdGBlXM4Vc-29kSYbxqkmbYsa6XPjJGGPnX7ZaiPLPg63uxQH0vxOU7FddNoz_5y4Lejzr9mU9nfO5u8lW7Oad2VkGwF2ZJ0FjjaTovL5/w266-h400/IMG_7764.jpg" width="266" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Once he moved across the hall to a different bedroom, the former nursery was used as just a sitting room (or catch all room). I loved the daybed, but nobody ever sees it or uses it, so I thought it could use some new life outdoors. </td></tr></tbody></table></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs6BrKV4BnvfaLLHfpY5-u4ZmGG5wdeMlN9049G3W2E1_ZxnujPNtXAmnGeGcZRFJ6jZ-QRt8OfLShfueOgVuUd1X0E8PJYpRZUnjizkpZBH-HL-zxK3Kn0yZ3Ab-3amGL5vYAtd0AjGma/s1407/IMG_6756.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1407" data-original-width="1407" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs6BrKV4BnvfaLLHfpY5-u4ZmGG5wdeMlN9049G3W2E1_ZxnujPNtXAmnGeGcZRFJ6jZ-QRt8OfLShfueOgVuUd1X0E8PJYpRZUnjizkpZBH-HL-zxK3Kn0yZ3Ab-3amGL5vYAtd0AjGma/w400-h400/IMG_6756.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We moved the daybed down from the sitting room, along with a floor lamp, swapped out a coffee table to the bonus room and grabbed this rattan chair from the bonus room for a new seating area. </td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiSHHXO9JSWEqr369wZZxi2m2efj-rPaiXX3Si12eCVnF3bhKJFPsvohZ1ZQynmJRXDgg0hULPahnSq9aMSdw8SmIaFgNscJnHahWx48qgxcXjCfNgae5m4xZypK61_nWroPBdgcE0tZNP/s1599/IMG_6755.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1599" data-original-width="1599" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiSHHXO9JSWEqr369wZZxi2m2efj-rPaiXX3Si12eCVnF3bhKJFPsvohZ1ZQynmJRXDgg0hULPahnSq9aMSdw8SmIaFgNscJnHahWx48qgxcXjCfNgae5m4xZypK61_nWroPBdgcE0tZNP/s320/IMG_6755.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This rattan chair works so much better on the porch than it does downstairs. <br />It was a steal when our local Nadeau Imports relocated and moved to Greenville<br />and I took advantage of a gigantic moving sale which meant grabbing this beauty for $35! <br /><br /></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil_teBPOC_HDROE172KeWzjnX-PquKr0cSogskPqZYNnEbIJn7nhQxxqFiSzAtGJJKnNmSyIvkM2pkXXX9TZUYVHM-105JKXHHVSjBjPlEqMeETVfxR4ZZLCUSWckRhQPUq5yhmb0eY57B/s2048/IMG_6757.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil_teBPOC_HDROE172KeWzjnX-PquKr0cSogskPqZYNnEbIJn7nhQxxqFiSzAtGJJKnNmSyIvkM2pkXXX9TZUYVHM-105JKXHHVSjBjPlEqMeETVfxR4ZZLCUSWckRhQPUq5yhmb0eY57B/w400-h400/IMG_6757.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCbojdpxyiECCQ5jVPGNTTiH20q5pZmKjkglz203N-CslfYsgfHFUOfjxjhFZmzpnDr8r_AVrKcIMpLifFQHhMNGf6rPrO5N3x22WhQNdf4rA0Gx4TL_ipUPqQEcUeGkrs6eQ18OvrYZsN/s1549/IMG_6753.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1549" data-original-width="1549" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCbojdpxyiECCQ5jVPGNTTiH20q5pZmKjkglz203N-CslfYsgfHFUOfjxjhFZmzpnDr8r_AVrKcIMpLifFQHhMNGf6rPrO5N3x22WhQNdf4rA0Gx4TL_ipUPqQEcUeGkrs6eQ18OvrYZsN/w400-h400/IMG_6753.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Some greenery and details! </td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Everything turned out pretty cute for a change and didn't cost me an arm and a leg. The throw pillows were on clearance for $10 at tjmaxx.com (I actually have a few more coming for the opposite end of the porch). <div><br /></div><div>The throw pillows are all indoor outdoor pillows, but I sprayed the remainder of any fabric down with <a href="https://rstyle.me/+rWE8D5xRKqzXxV6dt2JdWg">Thompson's Water Seal Fabric seal</a>, which will help extend the life of the fabric. I also used an expensive waterproof twin cover to prevent the mattress from becoming wet even though the porch is screened and covered. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHTy8FJbBTLqITHxibBGKkHIQj1iKOr33nnivke0drI_cbaYTAU47LNJCNxHY1tzlPjJC6j5S0Uv-H3C8KoY7BsIJE8pzMq0XkySdusQAodQAqtDyE8D2wbqotgVJbwfYvLZ23Mw_Xe5p-/s2048/IMG_6545.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHTy8FJbBTLqITHxibBGKkHIQj1iKOr33nnivke0drI_cbaYTAU47LNJCNxHY1tzlPjJC6j5S0Uv-H3C8KoY7BsIJE8pzMq0XkySdusQAodQAqtDyE8D2wbqotgVJbwfYvLZ23Mw_Xe5p-/s320/IMG_6545.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><div>The <a href="https://rstyle.me/+x1PKP1WfMVau2a5tSuGphQ">black</a> and <a href="https://rstyle.me/+o3_Uz0ELiTuCPLo-Lb_m0w">white </a>euro pillows, cabana striped <a href="https://rstyle.me/+ItSsFJZr8osVp0oN5auBPQ">fitted sheet</a>, <a href="https://rstyle.me/+IXEYAmcF7f2W1Pj2nRDdPw">waterproof twin cover</a>, and <a href="https://rstyle.me/+x1PKP1WfMVau2a5tSuGphQ">rug</a> are all from Amazon and pretty inexpensive. </div><div><br /></div><div>Next up, I need to find some drapes for this end of the porch and a nice tall plant for the corner to try not to kill! </div><div><br /></div><div>Now I'm just waiting for some cooler weather to be able to stand it out here! </div><div><br /></div><div><i>Happy Tuesday!</i></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=themcc0a-20&o=1&p=48&l=ur1&category=myhabit&m=myhabit&f=ifr" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" border="0" marginwidth="0" style="border:none;" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>13 Acreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961254056815199738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7761613310342153005.post-47111853948474673662021-07-21T11:57:00.000-04:002021-07-21T11:57:23.746-04:00Air Fryer Roasted Cauliflower<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCZmsYSrGRHLeEDnZe8jhSarCre7ixSiCBTPRc4aWlvhnWYeoN_ZrsUY59zoY4kcnodzelDwOmAkS3Rvogzo2dqRSGnKrumhJtmkOaVzf38yX7gjOHnFom0HQqEo9kyy7LnLAejXuWAe1i/s564/sdf.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="526" data-original-width="564" height="373" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCZmsYSrGRHLeEDnZe8jhSarCre7ixSiCBTPRc4aWlvhnWYeoN_ZrsUY59zoY4kcnodzelDwOmAkS3Rvogzo2dqRSGnKrumhJtmkOaVzf38yX7gjOHnFom0HQqEo9kyy7LnLAejXuWAe1i/w400-h373/sdf.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p></p></blockquote></blockquote><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">I don’t know about y’all, but I’ve cooked more in the last 2 months than I ever have in my life! I’m so ready to sit down at my favorite restaurant and be served food that wasn’t prepared in a home kitchen!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">However, I couldn’t have made it without my air fryer and my pressure cooker! This week we’ve been loving roasted cauliflower.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><u><br /></u></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><u>You'll Need: </u></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">1 head of cauliflower cut into florets </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Segoe UI, Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">1-2 Tablespoons <a href="https://amzn.to/2ToMlZ0">Cavendars Greek Seasoning </a></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Segoe UI, Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">1 Teaspoon salt (optional) </span></span></div><p></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><u>Prep: </u></span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">In a gallon size resealable bag, add florets olive oil, Cavendars and salt and shake the sealed bag until all the oil and seasoning is distributed evenly. </span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Air Fry at 390 for around 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. </span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">We love this as an app to dip in Ranch or just as a side! 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Add peppers, onions, fajita seasoning and olive oil. Seal bag and shake bag until all ingredients are covered evenly with oil and seasoning. </div><div><br /></div><div>Place chicken and vegetables in air fryer basket (I use the <a href="https://rstyle.me/+EbUNXCP6dWplWPZoHUSWBA">Ninja Foodie</a>) and set the timer for 13-15 minutes at 390 degrees. Make sure to stir halfway through to ensure all sides are well cooked. </div><div><br /></div><div>Serve with queso cheese, sour cream and your favorite salsa (<a href="https://www.willyssalsa.com/">Willy’s</a> is my favorite)</div><div><br /></div><div>Tip: If you’re making more than 3 chicken breasts and are doing a larger amount, I recommend doing multiple batches or the chicken won’t crisp enough. </div><div><br /></div><div>I recently made fajitas with shrimp as well, but cooked the shrimp separately in the air fryer for 8 minutes after I shook them in a resealable bag with fajita seasoning and olive oil. 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Old Bay Seasoning </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 pound deveined shrimp </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/2 chopped jalepeno </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 avocado </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/2 chopped red onion </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 cucumber </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">6-8 cherry tomatoes </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 fresh lime (juiced) </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Fresh basil or cilantro </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Typically ceviche is made with fresh, raw fish and cured in lime or lemon juice and not cooked with heat, but for this recipe, we both pan seared the shrimp. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pan sear shrimp in 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil and Old Bay Seasoning, then mix with diced jalepeno, avocado, cucumber, onion, and cilantro and stir in lime juice. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivfILTaAZBww26CC9jifEwZb7sICgjBZRHNkdylpa6SH1gDe1GNoXtyU9y3dqYGpvx255XUsUsNPpHUbHZWhULWttt-3pY3SVU4dbrY01buJ8BRschK3cEBcgipFgJxOpz0ogXXB4Nzd0l/s2016/IMG_1967.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="1512" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivfILTaAZBww26CC9jifEwZb7sICgjBZRHNkdylpa6SH1gDe1GNoXtyU9y3dqYGpvx255XUsUsNPpHUbHZWhULWttt-3pY3SVU4dbrY01buJ8BRschK3cEBcgipFgJxOpz0ogXXB4Nzd0l/s320/IMG_1967.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For the tortilla "chips", she used these Fit & Active Low Carb tortillas from Aldi. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm not normally a fan of low carb tortillas, but these are really good. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Brush with olive oil and baked until crispy and crack into chip sized pieces. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I may even try them in the air fryer next time and give an update. </div><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=themcc0a-20&o=1&p=48&l=ur1&category=myhabit&m=myhabit&f=ifr" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" border="0" marginwidth="0" style="border:none;" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>13 Acreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961254056815199738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7761613310342153005.post-80159943566832180722020-06-28T17:47:00.001-04:002021-07-21T11:37:01.853-04:00Bacon Wrapped Jalapeños<div class="separator"><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" height="441" id="id_18aa_4394_2947_a2f2" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/I-dGYx9ebXVJ0G2mLtjnwiE9Oh7Xq1qyu8aEq5Gcpu72VljvETw3O05Ncse7lek=w441-h441" style="height: auto; width: 353px;" title="" tooltip="" width="441" /></div></div><br /><br />We love bacon wrapped jalepenos! Lowe’s Foods has them premade in the deli and one of my favorite restaurants (Midwood Barbeque) uses a different cheese but they’re just as good! We made both! <div><br /></div><div><u>Ingredients:</u></div><div><br /></div><div>10-12 jalapeños </div><div>1 block of cream cheese </div><div>1-2 c. mild cheddar cheese</div><div>2 packs of center cut bacon</div><div>Monterrey jack cheese </div><div><br /></div><div><u>Prep</u></div><div><br /></div><div>Slice jalapeños in half and place on a foil lined cookie sheet (I used 2 separate sheets for each kind of cheese)</div><div><u><br /></u></div><div><u>For Cream cheese mix</u>: </div><div>Mix cream cheese and cheddar together and scoop into jalepeno halves. Wrap with bacon and place on cookie sheet. </div><div><br /></div><div><u>For Monterrey Jack cheese:</u></div><div>Cut Monterey jack into small pieces and fill jalepeno halves Repeat wrapping with bacon and place on cookie sheet. </div><div><br /></div><div>For Air Fyer: Spray wire cooking wrack with cooking spray. 390 for 10-15 minutes (check to make sure bacon is crispy)</div><div>For Oven: Bake at 350 for around 20-25 minutes or until bacon is crispy and done. </div><div><br /></div><div>Serve with ranch dressing for dipping!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=themcc0a-20&o=1&p=48&l=ur1&category=myhabit&m=myhabit&f=ifr" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" border="0" marginwidth="0" style="border:none;" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>13 Acreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961254056815199738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7761613310342153005.post-63479227808909650382020-04-12T10:45:00.001-04:002020-04-12T10:45:10.771-04:00Southern Deviled Eggs<img alt="" height="640" id="id_f3f1_d0_143c_59ad" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOWN98uaDcIXX3081O5yofVCxBR4wO49ZhlJ2TZKsKN3kgjZfrLwuv0ha92NFNC1sw0lquXDYwloWhHSw9_d0l30jR6qTPFyjLN2PCu95Ik4fUJ_H4rH2MnZU8j9R5L0KLoNW2juwLZcF8/s640/%255BUNSET%255D" title="" tooltip="" width="640" /><br />
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Spring calls for egg recipes! I'm usually the designated deviled egg bringer at family functions. I like mine BASIC. A lot of mustard, a little mayo, salt, pepper and a paprika to finish them off! I also like mine more mustard-y, so adjust the mayo and mustard ratio how you see fit.<br />
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6 Hard Boiled Eggs<br />
1 T. Prepared Yellow Mustard<br />
2 T. Dukes Mayo<br />
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Pepper<br />
Paprika<br />
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Half eggs lengthwise and place in a small bowl<br />
Mash yolks and add in mayo, mustard, salt and pepper.<br />
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Fill egg whites evenly and garnish with paprika.<br />
I use a ziploc bag and cut the very tip off and pipe the mixture into the whites.<br />
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Happy Easter!<br />
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I get really excited when I find new low carb options. Especially ones that I can disguise as pasta. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Palmini-Pasta-Carbs-Shark-Pouch/dp/B079T9R4RP/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=1X9FKS83K2RLP&keywords=palmini+pasta&qid=1577998477&sprefix=palmini+,aps,146&sr=8-4&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=2d427db50d9ec13ebd8c69a3d357a7a4&language=en_US">Palmini </a>pasta is made from hearts of palm and the carb count is low (only 3 g. per serving) and when rinsed and cooked, tastes almost like the real thing!<br>
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Here's how I prepare the Chicken Alfredo:<br>
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4 chicken breasts<br>
2 cans <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Roasted-Garlic-Alfredo-Pasta-Sauce/dp/B07FK5CPKC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=ZM5P6KU7VHON&keywords=raos+roasted+garlic+sauce&qid=1577998589&sprefix=raos+roasted,aps,150&sr=8-5&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=0e6e3215d2f4c06875e6f1e52dbcc7cb&language=en_US">Rao's roasted garlic alfredo sauc</a>e (2 carbs per serving)<br>
3-4 cans Palmini pasta (rinsed and drained)<br>
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I prepare mine in a pressure cooker (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ninja-FD401-Fryer-Stainless-Pressure-8-Quart/dp/B07FX68X1Y/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=RDFYP9YC9KE4&keywords=ninja+foodi+deluxe+8-qt&qid=1577998534&sprefix=ninja+foodi+del,aps,168&sr=8-1-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExOUNGVjhSTEY2VjZOJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDU1Nzc0V003MkYxVktMMTZUJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA4OTI2NDgzMVlHTExTWTBaNjhaJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=cb60fea449339fd4987a553324fd337d&language=en_US">Ninja Foodi model)</a>, but you could easily cook your chicken and shred it or even add rotisserie chicken. <br>
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In my pressure cooker, I add the chicken and alfredo sauce. <br>
Set the function to "Pressure" and set the timer for 10 minutes. Once the pot has depressurized, I shred the chicken and then add the pasta. I then set the function to pressure again, and cook for another 5 minutes. <br>
After the pot depressurizes, I let it sit so that the sauce can thicken before serving! I top with Himalayan salt and some cracked pepper and done! Super easy and quick!<br>
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If you're missing your starches and longing for pasta, this is a must try. My husband even prefers this to traditional pasta!<br>
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Happy Friday!! I've had a hard time fitting in some time to rally up some gift guides, but hopefully, this won't be the last Here are some of my favorites to add to your wish list or buy for a loved one or friend!</div>
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1.<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BFS9YG2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?coliid=I1444LN1UP65Z2&colid=9EG4L52V7OQO&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=65177caa6997f858b7ca59b8658b21bd&language=en_US">Bamboo Bath Caddy</a>: If you're like me and love the occasional soak in the tub with a glass of wine and stay there until the water turns lukewarm and you're shriveled up like a prune, this is for you! It expands to fit different size tubs, and even has feet that pop down and can be used as a tray. </div>
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2.<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Rabbit-Original-Vertical-Corkscrew-Opener/dp/B001B60TQC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=3GXTNONP6I0CN&keywords=rabbit+vertical+corkscrew&qid=1574447163&s=home-garden&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&sprefix=rabbit+verti,garden,168&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyQzdLVk9QQThBUUhJJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzkzNzAzR0c2UkpKMlE2VTJJJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA0OTU0NDBCSERLMkZEMkhQSUomd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=4165fb384015cb417f98f32b764503e9&language=en_US">Rabbit Vertical Wine Opener:</a> I'm pretty sure I included this in my gift guide last year, but it's worth repeating. EASIEST wine opener to use! </div>
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3. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EXQ582Q/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ref=idea_lv_dp_&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=d1d1a5ad7f70fa2aa45aaab765b6b330&language=en_US">Brazilian Bum Bum Cream:</a> Funny name, amazing cream! This bottle may be small, but a little goes a long way. Smells SO amazing! </div>
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4. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076HFH3T5/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ref=idea_lv_dp_&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=4c70d03ae4f012ae6b3b2b831ac8d9fd&language=en_US">Gold Triangle Studs</a>: I recently started wearing small hoops and studs in my second hole again. These are small and dainty and perfect for everyday. </div>
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5. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NQDGAP2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?coliid=I8CCZ70P13KPK&colid=9EG4L52V7OQO&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=3da40f600317e3b7d6dcef859fc66cf0&language=en_US">Mellanni White Sheets</a> These are on my personal wish list this year. Only $29 and over 63,000 rave reviews. Need I say more?</div>
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6. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H8852Q3/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=f63d41addc6cce8071d6ffd62b597626&language=en_US">Memory Foam Plush Slippers:</a> These look like Uggs, but are so much cozier (and cheaper)! The memory foam makes these even nicer! </div>
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7. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ninja-FD401-Fryer-Stainless-Pressure-8-Quart/dp/B07S85TPLG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=1CMZA3CFCA3OP&keywords=ninja+foodi+deluxe&qid=1574449269&s=apparel&sprefix=ninja+foodie+deluxe,fashion,146&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=8e6d5ea9ee2083b3bb52ef1697e44e72&language=en_US">Ninja Foodie Deluxe</a>: There's no secret I love a pressure cooker. We've used ours so often, it needed to be replaced, so I opted for this all in one. It's a pressure cooker, slow cooker and air fryer. It even dehydrates! Ninja is known for quality, and this one is much better made than my last and worth every penny! (After the holidays I hope to have some new recipes to share!) </div>
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8. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XSQS7ZP/ref=as_li_ss_tl?coliid=I501HDZ354W2B&colid=9EG4L52V7OQO&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=7076e62b099dd8f6173702ead1c03b08&language=en_US">Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard</a>: Here's another from my own wish list. I'm ashamed to admit I text with one finger. I'm NOT ashamed to admit I can type at warp speed on a actual keyboard. A bluetooth keyboard makes life insanely easier for me to post and email from my phone or ipad. I carried my last one around in my purse so much that some of the keys fell off. This one is foldable and the case even turns into a stand! </div>
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9. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G749WLV/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ref=idea_lv_dp_&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=8328b2178e0a6df658bcfe7576be5be2&language=en_US">Air pod Skins</a>: Have a hard time finding your airpods in your purse? These are non skid and make locating them even easier! They also come in a variety of color combos! </div>
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That's all for now, but I hope to have some more gift guides up either on the blog or instagram stories soon! </div>
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I wanted to do a post on favorite fragrances, but do you know how hard it is to describe a scent? I guess that's why fragrance commercials are always so bizarre! How do you advertise and sell something that you can't actually see? </div>
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Here are my top 4 that will always be in rotation!</div>
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1. <a href="https://amzn.to/33mhiwo">Lancome La Vie Est Belle</a> A french expression meaning "Life is beautiful" I've been wearing this scent for the last few years. It came as a sample in an Ulta flyer and I fell in love with the warm and spicy scent. It's more floral than what I typically choose, but something about this particular scent seems romantic and feminine (Key notes: Iris, vanilla, praline). </div>
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2. <a href="https://amzn.to/2IJAJHz">Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue</a> I've been wearing this scent going on 20 years since it was released. It's a cult favorite for a reason and that's because it's clean and crisp! (Key notes: citrus, apple bamboo) </div>
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3. <a href="https://amzn.to/33lPPL7"> Juliette Has a Gun NOT a Perfume</a> I almost didn't include this one because I hope the manufacturer will revisit the formula, because my only complaint is that it doesn't stick with you for very long, but I AM including it because I LOVE this scent so much and get stopped a good bit and asked what I'm wearing. To which I reply "You're gonna get a kick out of the name...." </div>
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Woody and earthy, this one has a more masculine vibe to it, which I enjoy, especially during fall and winter. I've also tried the sample of the Juliette Has a Gun Vanilla Vibes and love it as well. </div>
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4. <a href="https://amzn.to/2IWFz4z">Bond No. 9 Bleecker Street</a> This one wins overall best! My favorite of the whole lot because this one gets more compliments than any other perfume I've ever worn. The bottle is giant and worth every penny because it's potent, but not strong and stays with you all day. I love a good unisex scent that adds a touch of masculinity and this one doesn't disappoint! (Notes of Cassis, thyme, cedarwood, cinnamon and oakmoss). </div>
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If you're in the market for a new signature scent, hope this helped! </div>
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It's no joke that renovating a space can be quite pricey. That's why I can't ever do any one project all at once, it just isn't in my budget. I usually go through phases when upgrading spaces or pieces. I've definitely been in a phase of buying lately, but it didn't come all at once. Things just happened to fall into place and I found exactly what I was looking for. I wanted to start upgrading the dining room and it started with a table, chairs the same week, but months went by before I found a rug and just last week, the perfect chairs to finish off the majority of the room arrived. </div>
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To break this down (aside from the light fixture that will be relocated eventually), all the upgrades I purchased totaled a little more than $1,500.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Here's a before shot of the room a few years prior. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Here's a shot facing the same wall now.<br />The artwork is a piece my mom painted that I relocated from the hallway upstairs.<br />The frame reminds me of driftwood and is perfect with the new table and chairs.<br />It works so much better in this room and adds some much needed color with the neutral tones in the room.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The rustic reclaimed wood table was my first purchase. It reminded me so much of ones like <a href="https://www.restorationhardware.com/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=prod1596003&categoryId=cat6050005">THESE </a>from Restoration Hardware.... at almost 1/4 or more of the cost!</span> </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The black sideboard from the before picture was relocated from the Great Room along with the lamps that occupied it.<br />I moved the mirror that once occupied the foyer above the sideboard.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The corner cabinet got a fresh coat of paint and hardware to brighten up the space.<br />For more about the corner cabinet redo, click <a href="https://www.13acresblog.com/2019/02/china-cabinet-chalk-paint-revamp.html">HERE </a><br />The rug was a perfect fit and color combo, AND on sale right after Christmas from Rugs USA</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">These tall slipcovered wing back host chairs were perfect and add some height to the room.<br />Plus, I love that they are slipcovered and can be removed to clean. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Lastly, I topped it all off with a small brass art lamp to illuminate the marsh art my mom painted!<br />It tops off everything so well! </span></td></tr>
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Here's a breakdown with links included: *Salvaged Wood Table: <a href="https://www.southeasternsalvage.com/">Southeastern Salvage</a> $ 488.00<br />
*X Back Dining Chairs : <a href="https://www.tuesdaymorning.com/">Tuesday Morning</a> $200.00<br />
*7'x9' Faded Tribal Rug: <a href="https://www.rugsusa.com/rugsusa/rugs/rugs-usa-faded-tribal-fringe/silver/200DCRS01A-76096.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&adpos=1o1&scid=scplp200DCRS01A-76096&sc_intid=200">Rugs USA</a> $137.00<br />
*Rustoleum Charcoal Chalk Paint: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YSK2MVI/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=08246f8cd3a8883aa5b91774ae99f221&language=en_US">Amazon</a> $16.98<br />
*Rustoleum Linen White Chalk Paint: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010I5D54E/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=cce36168f6bcaf004e3a2e61ac990823&language=en_US">Amazon </a> $16.98<br />
*Art Lamp: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009J4DM8/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=a0cf9c0a087bb60b0fe0037f1f295dce&language=en_US">Amazon</a> $27.47<br />
*Hainsworth Slipcovered Dining Chairs x2 : <a href="https://www.wayfair.com/furniture/pdp/darby-home-co-hainsworth-slipcovered-upholstered-dining-chair-dbhc2831.html">Wayfair</a> $605.88<br />
*Threshold Marble Knobs: <a href="https://www.target.com/p/knob-white-marble-brushed-brass-2pk-threshold-153/-/A-52018711?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&fndsrc=tgtao&CPNG=PLA_Home%2BImprovement%2BShopping&adgroup=SC_Home%2BImprovement&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=s&device=c&location=9010398&ds_rl=1246978&ds_rl=">Targe</a>t $17.98 <br />
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Eventually I want to either relocate the chandelier light fixture, but for now, I'm giving my wallet a rest!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=themcc0a-20&o=1&p=48&l=ur1&category=myhabit&m=myhabit&f=ifr" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" border="0" marginwidth="0" style="border:none;" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>13 Acreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961254056815199738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7761613310342153005.post-35306891455246080882019-02-19T11:40:00.000-05:002019-02-19T11:40:33.535-05:00China Cabinet Chalk Paint RevampPainting this corner cabinet that belonged to my granny has been on my to-do list for a while. It's dark finish didn't work very well in my dining room. When it comes to projects like this, I tend to get overwhelmed. What color? Where should I paint it? Should I put a tarp down in the dining room and have a mess or should I transfer it to the garage so I'm not so worried about getting things messed up in the house.<br />
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A few weeks ago, I decided on a color. I thought going with a lighter shade would brighten up this corner and work better with the current decor. I ultimately decided to paint the interior a dark charcoal color (which I already knew I liked since I painted 2 other pieces this color. My china is white, so I knew I wanted a darker color on the back wall of the cabinet so that the china would stand out.</div>
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I ordered the paint, started taping the glass, but when it came time to actually begin painting, I became completely unmotivated. It's not the actual painting that's the pain, it's the removal of hardware and taping off the inside and getting the cabinet moved onto a tarp that's irritating. </div>
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Finally Thursday night, I threw in the towel and said, screw this, it's time to reclaim my dining room and get this thing done! </div>
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*Quick note: I originally bought a smoked glaze to use as a top coat, but decided I didn't want it to look distressed, or antique, so I went with my original matte top coat I used on all my chalk paint projects. However, once it dried, it made the white look dingy and antique, so I went back over with another coat of the linen white. </div>
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I'm so excited to have this project done and marked off my list....however there are PLENTY more! </div>
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I know quite a few people that have either bought or received pressure cookers recently. As intimidating and scary as they may seem, once you get through the initial pressure test and make your first meal, you'll be hooked! </div>
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<u>Mississippi Pot Roast </u></div>
I'm not kidding when I say we probably make this once a week. I'm kind of burnt out on it, but Chad makes it for himself now it's so easy.<br />
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- 3 to 4 pound roast<br />
- Pack of Ranch seasoning mix<br />
- Pack of Au Jus seasoning mix<br />
- 1/2 stick of butter (optional)<br />
- 1/2 jar of peperoncinis (with the juice)<br />
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*Cut roast into cubes and add to your pot. <br />
Press the chicken/meat button and brown the meat until all sides are cooked. (This takes about 8-10 minutes).<br />
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Place your lid on the pot and make sure it's secure (make sure you've followed instructions and have done your test run with water and make sure you know how to secure the lid correctly.<br />
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Select the Chicken/Meat button again, then press the 'cook time selector' button in the middle twice to move the time to 1 hour.<br />
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Once the pot has pressurized, you'll see the countdown timer start.<br />
Once it's finished, make sure you have read all instructions on how to depressurize and remove the lid.<br />
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Shred and serve.<br />
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I love this recipe because you literally throw the items in the pot and turn it on. There's really no effort involved. For larger roasts, I sometimes have to add an additional 20 minutes for it to be tender enough to shred. If yours isn't falling apart and you can't cut it with a fork, put the lid back on and add an additional 20 minutes.<br />
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I love the pressure cooker because it's a great substitute for a crock pot, but the food cooks in 1/4 time. A roast like this could take 6-8 hours to cook in a crock pot, but in a little over an hour, you're done.<br />
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Here's a lineup of what we cook on a consistent basis and that I'll post more about soon:<br />
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-Chicken and noodles<br />
-Chili<br />
-Vegetable beef soup<br />
-Chicken tacos<br />
-Cabbage and sausage<br />
-Basic chicken to use on salads<br />
-Taco soup<br />
-Lasagna soup<br />
-Ziti with meatballs<br />
-Chicken bog<br />
-Boiled peanuts<br />
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I saw this idea on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sprucecreativestudio/">Instagram</a> a few weeks ago and saved the post to come back to if I had time to do this before Christmas and lo and behold, we finally were at home most of the weekend and I could do a little DIY. I loved how simple and elegant the ring wreath looked and who would have thought it's actually a hula hoop? Saturday afternoon, Beckett and I were cleaning out old toys when I came across his old hula hoop and thought if MAYBE I could scrounge up enough remnants throughout the house, I could make one. </div>
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I never realized that underneath the<a href="https://www.target.com/p/ice-hoop/-/A-52788937"> hoola hoops</a> that are covered in holographic stickers is just a plastic black base. It took a good bit of peeling, but finally I was left with a black hoop to use for the base. I had Chad poke a hole on the backside to drain the water out of the hoop so that it wouldn't put strain on bottom end once it was hung. </div>
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After rummaging through the attic, I came across a box of cheap wired garland I used outside a few years ago. I think I originally got it from <a href="https://www.target.com/p/9-christmas-unlit-artificial-pine-garland-wondershop-153/-/A-52347892">Target </a> and it's $2.80 for 9'. I tightly wound the garland around the hoop on one end, fluffing out the sprigs to look as full as possible. Now I'm left with a base that I can easily slip other garland remnants into.<br />
I remembered my front door wreath had green berries, so I snipped a few long strands off of it on the backside of the wreath without leaving a gap.<br />
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My tree in the bonus room is a faux tree that has tiny pinecones, so from the backside of the tree, I snipped a few branches off in an inconspicuous place.<br />
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It still needed something else, so I snipped a few faux magnolia leaves from the garland on my dining table. <br />
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It needed a simple swag of ribbon. I large wired bow would ruin the simplicity of it. I was lucky enough to have found 2 pieces of leftover ribbon, I ironed out with my flat iron, and tucked it right in the middle to finish it off!<br />
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This whole project took 20 minutes tops. I hung it with a command hook in my window and tada! <br />
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No hot glue, not wiring! And best of all, I didn't purchase one single item to do this!<br />
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I should have gotten better pictures of how dark it looked in this hallway downstairs right before I painted it. I stole this shot from the house tour tab that I desperately need to update. </div>
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Here's where my project began. (The dresser in the background also got a revamp, but I'm still working on styling the bonus room and making some changes and mounting the tv, so more to come on that). I didn't take pictures of step by step progress, but there are plenty of tutorials on Pinterest and a quick google search will help you if you're new to the chalk paint process.<br />
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I started off by removing the handle hardware and giving it a good sanding and wiping off all the dust from sanding before I started my first coat.<br />
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The color that I used was "Garden Trowel" by Magnolia Home from <a href="https://www.target.com/p/chalk-style-paint-garden-trowel-quart-magnolia-home-by-joanna-gaines/-/A-53431927?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&fndsrc=tgtao&CPNG=PLA_Storage%2BOrganization%2BShopping&adgroup=SC_Storage%2BOrganization&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=g&device=c&location=9051826&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1246978&ds_rl=1247068&ds_rl=1246978&ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&CPNG=PLA_Storage+Organization+Shopping&adgroup=SC_Storage+Organization&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=g&device=c&location=9051826&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqef6wuWa3wIVj4rICh3__AqoEAQYASABEgJFxvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds">Target </a> I used a chalk paint brush from <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195ZU730/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=1582db18fa6c49c383af105d7848d8e9&language=en_US">Amazon </a>to apply the paint. If you've never used chalk paint before, the first thing you'll notice is that it dries super fast. I applied long, consistent brush strokes to obtain a more matte, clean finish. (There are plenty of blogs and info online about this, so you may want to let the experts explain better than I can). I let that coat dry overnight and repeated the process the next day with a second coat. </div>
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After the second coat dried overnight, I applied a thin layer of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00YSK2R8Q/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=1e3885303b924a017af464b1b8e698a3&language=en_US">Rustoleum Matte Clear Topcoat.</a> This evens out the color and protects the finish, and I read a few different reviews that stated this was easier to apply than the traditional wax finish for chalk paint. </div>
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I finished it off with the same <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077MVD8NW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=c6877570f0e299a3672b8a09d2e214d6&language=en_US">modern brushed gold pulls</a> I used for the downstairs dresser (especially since I had 4 leftover from the dresser project and it meant not having to look for new pulls since these fit.<br />
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I like this table so much better upstairs and the lighter shade is a better contrast with the dark hardwoods.<br />
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My next project is painting my granny's corner cabinet in my dining room, but I'm having a hard time deciding on a color. Once the holidays are over, my plan is to work on whipping the dining room into shape since I'm happier with it now that the furniture has been rearranged! <br />
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Happy Wednesday!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=themcc0a-20&o=1&p=48&l=ur1&category=myhabit&m=myhabit&f=ifr" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" border="0" marginwidth="0" style="border:none;" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>13 Acreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961254056815199738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7761613310342153005.post-69708218045055031132018-12-05T12:23:00.000-05:002018-12-06T12:31:13.143-05:00Why it's all worth it....Lately I've been highlighting in my Instagram stories, other accounts that I follow and enjoy their aesthetic or style. I was going to share a particular one this week, but I couldn't just add it to my story feed. It deserved more, because this girl is one of my biggest, loudest cheerleaders, my eternal friend, and in all honesty, I've been meaning to tell you all about her for a while....because I met her through blogging. I know I don't have a huge following, and I'll never let that bother me because, through this outlet, I got to meet one of the best human beings I've ever known.<br />
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In 2012, another interior design blog featured my home for their series "Feature Fridays" and Angie started following my blog. At some point in time, we started emailing, she had some questions about a sunburst mirror I posted about that she and her sister ended up purchasing as well. The emails got longer and longer, and turned more from just home decor and my low carb lifestyle, to more personal things like family and where we each grew up. Eventually we started texting, and after a few weeks of texting back and forth, we ended up on the phone. And boy, do I remember that conversation like it was yesterday. We sat up and talked until the early hours of the morning and that night I knew, I had a friend for life! <br />
Eventually, after months and months of texting and talking on the phone, her insanely trusting and loving husband, agreed to put their family of 4 in the car and make the trek from Selma, Alabama to come stay with us in our 13 Acres outside of Columbia, South Carolina. I remember Chad being so nervous by all of this. Were we crazy enough to let 4 complete strangers stay at our house? We must be out of our minds right? What if they are serial killers or part of some cult or scam? What if they rob us blind? But by the time they packed up to go home and Angie and I said our tearful goodbyes, Chad understood why I felt so at ease having these strangers come to our home. Meeting her for the first time was surreal. It's like we hadn't missed a beat and we'd known eachother our entire lives.</div>
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We still talk and text almost daily. Her family is one of the kindest, most loving group of people you'll ever meet. For the longest time, Chad would refer to her as my 'internet friend.' But now, before we get off the phone, he's normally in the background yelling "ask her when they're coming back to see us!"</div>
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I'm so blessed to call her my friend. I'm so glad she's nosy and outspoken and asks a million questions because if not, I never would have found her. And I'm SO proud of her!! </div>
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Angie and her friend Lauren have started a new business called <a href="https://fuelgood.life/?olsPage=products">Fuel Good Co</a> and I just can't tell you how over the moon excited I am for them! </div>
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When Angie visited me on one of her trips here a few years ago, I could tell she'd gained a good amount of weight. She'd struggled with Diabetes, Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's disease. Shortly after that trip, she changed her eating habits, cut out certain items from her diet, and managed to lose 40 pounds! She and Lauren have developed a plan that now has consistent testimonials and success. This is a completely different way of looking at food, nutrition and some incorporated intermittent fasting (which I SWEAR by for a jumpstart) and a lifestyle change that I believe changes the way you think about food for good! </div>
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If you're interested in seeing what the plan is all about, visit their website <a href="https://fuelgood.life/?olsPage=products">here</a>. </div>
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Angie is firecracker! She's loud, fun, energetic and makes everyone feel special. There are days after I've gotten off the phone with her I feel terrible that I didn't have time to ask her about her day or what's going on with one of the kids, etc, because she'd been drilling me with 25 questions from start to finish. I know that as a coach in this new adventure, she's amazing! I love her motivation and spunk!! </div>
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This post was more like a 2 for 1. You got some information on a new business that I feel deserves a huge shout out and the story of how we invited strangers from another state to come stay in our house having never laid eyes on them.<br />
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Sometimes I wonder if all this is worth it, sharing our home, my stories and my obsession with changing things in our house, but then I remember it's all WELL worth it. I made lifelong friends who I admire and love so much! My only regret is that we are physically so far apart, but I know she's always a phone call away when I need her.<br />
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Love you Angie, Robin, Wiley and Alice!!! </div>
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Go Cocks and Roll Tide! (sorry Rob) </div>
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Fast forward a few weeks. She decides it needs a coat of gold paint (like the pictures of ones I'd shown her), she rimmed the inner band in black and hung it above her mantle. It really was beautiful!<br />
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Now.....fast forward a few years. We buy a new king size bed. Check. We buy new blue and white bedding. Check-check. Now we have a new problemo. The large painting my mom had painted that once hung above our bed is too large with the new tall headboard, so for the time being I moved the starburst convex mirror that lived at the landing at the top of the stairs to above our bed.<br />
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Convex mirror, convex mirror. Blue and white, blue and white. Now I'm starting to obsess over the fact that my mom possesses this stunning federal mirror that would look KILLER above my new bed. I couldn't just steal hers away so I ordered one on etsy that I THOUGHT looked the same. I also fudged the measurements, so when it came in, it was not only a fourth of the size of hers...but not wood...something like a heavy resin or plastic! How I missed this in the listing is beyond me. Now I was out $75 and stuck with a wannabe version of the more beautiful reproduction mirror that I REALLY wanted.<br />
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With a little bribing, I convinced her to trade mirrors. She did it because she loves me so much....that and I begged and whined about how my blue and white bedroom was calling it's name.<br />
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Every time she walks through my bedroom she says how really beautiful is DOES look in my space, and I smile and think about how you really will give your kids anything they want if you have the means to. Even if they take the wall decor right off your wall and replace it with crappier, chintzier version.<br />
Thanks, mom!<br />
Happy Monday!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=themcc0a-20&o=1&p=48&l=ur1&category=myhabit&m=myhabit&f=ifr" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" border="0" marginwidth="0" style="border:none;" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>13 Acreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961254056815199738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7761613310342153005.post-88634496421490882672018-11-30T14:30:00.000-05:002018-11-30T14:30:57.548-05:00Holiday Gift Guide for Her<img alt="" height="640" id="id_4720_c4b0_1625_eb2a" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVxGCbA5iyZZRHchpBj3PmjXjrWRmVXX4vKGcyC7u9llN7S_UB5Q2NArewmJQie9nSuWdnyoISbBpwLMPiVoCf46SXr0WlDgbsv5Nhyphenhyphenl8KMTUCW9bamEr7yuAZP49XUXPjcE5JGvORYjkv/s640/%255BUNSET%255D" title="" tooltip="" width="640" /><br />
I used my "Favorite Things" board on Pinterest to compile a list of some pretty great items that I LOVE! Visit my Pinterest link to see way more of all the things I'm obsessed with, you might even find some other great gift or stocking stuffer ideas.<br />
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I LOVE sunglasses. I love cheap ones, designer ones, mirrored, gradient. I don't discriminate. And I love aviators probably the most because they look good on everyone and are chic and flattering. These are my current favorites. They are a little larger than the classic Ray-Ban style, but the fit is better than any other aviators I've had.<br />
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I actually just got these in the mail today and I'm in love. If you watch any Bravo show, you've seen these before. Lisi Lerch is a favorite with Bravolebrities. I've loved these Ginger earrings since I saw them on Cameron from Southern Charm. They come in a variety of colors, but I chose the gold beaded version. I've got my eye on another pair I've added to my own wish list!<br />
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I love these Hunter Short Refined boots because they are a mid calf length and just like the name they are given, they're more refined. They're less bulky and a little more formal than the classic Hunter boot. These come in a variety of color combinations, but I love the navy and green the best. Also, if you can't decide on a short boot or a tall boot, this makes choosing even easier.<br />
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The Too Faced Natural Eye Palette looks great on anyone. Pretty neutrals!! </div>
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It's no secret I love jewelry. I especially love dainty jewelry that you can layer. Gorjana is my absolute favorite designer, hands down! I have so many of her pieces, I can't even begin to count. Whether I'm wearing a piece alone or layered with 2 to 3 other pieces, I always get compliments!<br />
I love this Super Star necklace so much! Such a cute and fun piece! (Click the link to Amazon to see how well it pairs with other necklaces)<br />
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And last but not least, why not make opening wine even easier. I love the vertical wine opener so much better than the classic Rabbit hinge design. Super easy and I've had mine for years!<br />
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Happy Friday!<br />
Maybe you even found something to add to your own wish list this year!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=themcc0a-20&o=1&p=48&l=ur1&category=myhabit&m=myhabit&f=ifr" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" border="0" marginwidth="0" style="border:none;" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>13 Acreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961254056815199738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7761613310342153005.post-83705804752764287232018-11-29T14:10:00.003-05:002018-11-29T14:23:04.636-05:00 Decking the Halls 2018Wow! I realized while writing this that I haven't posted about Christmas decor since 2013 (and now looking back on that tacky gold dining room I did that year, I know why) Things haven't changed a ton with regards to the living room. We still have the giant tree that has been cussed and yelled at since 2012 when we got it. I came VERY close to listing it for sale on Facebook last week, but as much as I hated to move the large black sideboard into the dining room so that the tree could go in it's usual spot, that would have meant either A. buying a real tree (which would be dead in 2 weeks), or B. Having to find a new fake tree that I liked (which I really didn't feel like doing either. And even though we fume and fuss over this giant beast every year, keeping it meant not spending more money and things actually worked out with the new furniture placement ....which I'll get to later in this post.<br />
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I haven't changed up the mantle in the last few years. I still love my milk glass pedestal bowls with silver and gold balls. One was my granny's and the other I bought at a local antique store. It was in a window of an office and was piled with paperwork in it. I remember walking back inside and asking them if they'd sell it to me and they just randomly came up with a price. </div>
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I know I talk about my candles and lanterns a lot, but I just love them!! The candles flicker like real candles and are battery operated. If you follow me on Instagram you know how awesome I think these are. They come in a set of 3 on Amazon. They are remote controlled and come with 4 and 8 hour automatic shut off. I loved them so much, I bought a second set.<br />
For link for candles, click <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015SR7M0K/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=697c07c135c4b3d198b07cb031242488&language=en_US">HERE</a>.<br />
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Let me just share a little about my stacked cookie jar. My brother likes to play this trick on me with the cookies. He loves to eat cookies out of my cookie jar, but I see them as more of a vase filler than a grab and go. I keep fresh ones in the pantry (which he knows), but he loves to either steal a few from the back side and see how many he can take before I notice, or he'll lift the lid and make a big clanging sound to see if my head whips around and I yell at him to 'put down the cookie!" Sooner or later I'm going to resort to either gluing the lid shut or gluing the cookies together, I haven't decided which.<br />
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This wicker tray is sitting on the counter by the sink. I love using cake stands to add some variety and height. The mint julep cup was full of candy canes earlier this week, but a little boy decided to knock out a few, and the large glass dome ornament came from Tuesday Morning. I thought it was precious and it's battery operated.<br />
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Glass lidded jar is from <a href="https://www.target.com/p/heritage-hill-glass-jar-2-gal/-/A-10620266">Target</a><br />
Sand and Fog candle can be found at Marshalls, Homegoods and TJMaxx or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sand-Fog-Pumpkin-Spice-Candle/dp/B07H4ZWKHN/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1543514533&sr=8-3&keywords=sand+and+fog+pumpkin+spice&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=850427ec7a3e02c8204c8e3be57fca14&language=en_US">Amazon</a><br />
Small cake stand: Target from last year<br />
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Look how cute this little guy is. B loved this yesterday when he saw me putting it together. I've had this Southern Living Hemingway Hurricane for years. I added a little artificial snow from <a href="https://www.worldmarket.com/category/holiday/christmas/holiday-decor/decorative-accessories.do?template=PLA&plfsku=562165&mrkgcl=660&mrkgadid=3172036547&camp=ppc%3AGoogle%3APLA%2BMerkle_Shopping_PLA%7CBrand%2BBrand%7CDec_Acc&product_id=562165&adpos=1o1&creative=166021031978&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrb-5xZn63gIVCz0MCh3YfQfNEAQYASABEgI8SfD_BwE">World Market</a> and some bottle brush trees from <a href="https://www.target.com/p/large-bttle-brush-christmas-tree-wondershop-153/-/A-53926131?preselect=53627828#lnk=sametab">Target </a></div>
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The sweet little deer was an ornament I picked up from World Market. If you're a World Market Rewards member you can opt to receive texts with coupons. Yesterday the coupon was for a free ornament, so that cute little guy ended up being free. </div>
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Another cake stand occupies the corner by the microwave. Another bottle brush tree (Marshall's), one of my <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Elements-Scented-Candle-Erin-Gates/dp/B0798GXM73/ref=asc_df_B0798GXM73/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=247501430338&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10484751568497222326&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9051826&hvtargid=pla-414148920933&psc=1">favorite candle</a> scents, and a new deer I picked up last week from Marshall's as well. </div>
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I have never been completely pleased with the decor in the <a href="https://www.13acresblog.com/p/house-tour_29.html">foyer</a>. Previously, I had small, dark wood table that was just too weird in this space. Over the summer, I went on a chalk paint rampage. I painted a dresser, chest of drawers and this gray hallway table that was in our hallway downstairs. I also painted over the <a href="https://www.13acresblog.com/p/house-tour_29.html">chandelier painting</a> that was in our dining room and hung it above this table. </div>
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After we got the tree up Saturday and moved the sideboard, we decided to move this table and painting from downstairs to the upstairs hallway and I think it looks SO much better up here. </div>
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Some fresh cut magnolia from the yard, gives this gray vignette some color and perfect for the holidays. </div>
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I added this little grouping of sweet little ceramic houses ($3/ea.) I found in the dollar section at Target. The tray is also from the Target dollar section ($5). The bottom has a mirrored base. I added some more bottle brush trees (all from Target) and some more of the artificial snow from World Market. The houses are lit with battery operated tealights. </div>
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Here's the sideboard that formerly had a home in the living room where the tree is now. I don't know why on earth I didn't think it would work on this wall, but once we moved it in here on this giant wall that had nothing on it, I realized how much I liked it so much better in the dining room anyway. The wonderful news is that once the giant tree gets put away, this sideboard is staying where it is. It's been moved back and forth from the dining room to the living room 4 times now. FOUR!<br />
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If you remember my <a href="https://www.13acresblog.com/2018/04/breakfast-nook.html">previous post</a> about these chairs and my breakfast nook, scratch all that. The round table that used to be in my breakfast nook with these chairs got on my nerves. It just took up too much space and I missed my little conversation area right off my kitchen. I sold the table to my mom and moved things back to where they used to be. I'm really loving these chairs with new table though. My next purchase for this room will be a rug and chairs for each end of the table.<br />
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The garland is just one piece I picked up last year from Hobby Lobby wrapped with some wired striped ribbon. The candle holders are from Target a few years back, and the black candles are Hearth & Hand with Magnolia at Target. </div>
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Lastly, the final details. Our wedding china, paired with Christmas bowls and some crisp white Potterybarn monogrammed napkins.<br />
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I noticed one thing that is now very high up on my list. I need to update the house tour badly! Once the holidays are over and things are put back into place, that will be my next goal!<br />
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I hope you all had a Happy Thanksgiving!<br />
There is so much going on through the month of December, I find it hard to fit blogging onto my list of to do's, but as always, I'll be sharing throughout the season on Instagram.<br />
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With Black Friday and Christmas shopping right around the corner, I thought it was fitting to compile a list of things that have been a hit over the last few years with my husband. He's a creature of habit and pretty low maintenance (ok, scratch that, VERY low maintenance), but here are a few nicer items that I know he loves and uses on a daily basis. </div>
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Ok, I may have really wanted this for myself as well, so this one was a win win. I know a small bluetooth speaker that's almost $300 may sound ridiculous, but let me tell you.....this lantern sized speaker will blow you away! It's super durable, water resistant, and the battery lasts way longer than any other bluetooth device I've ever owned. I haven't turned on the Sonos system once since we bought this because it's so easy to pair to and I don't have to use the Sonos app. Perfect to take with you anywhere!<br />
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I have to confess, I was lucky enough to score this down Marmot down jacket from either TJMaxx or Marshalls a few years ago, but it's one of my favorites I've bought him. It's not as bulky as some of the other puffer coats I've seen, but still super warm.<br />
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Chad loves these pullovers because they are super lightweight. They are easy to throw on over a<br />
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Yeti who? I like the lines of these Corkcicle tumblers so much better than the Yeti Ramblers and they are easier to hold in my opinion. They also come in a variety of colors and as a bonus, these have a nonskid bottom. Chad has one in matte black and I have the grey. Great gift for just about anyone.<br />
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A few years ago when the soft side Yeti coolers were all the rage, we opted for this <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07577JLZC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?pf_rd_p=c2945051-950f-485c-b4df-15aac5223b10&pf_rd_r=0QD7ZA53WBP3FYA7C0R1&linkCode=ll1&tag=themcc0a-20&linkId=ea759708db63b81358fc3f9cf1ac566d&language=en_US">RTIC soft pack 30 cooler</a> instead and we are still loving it. Super durable and keeps items cold just as long as a Yeti but for a fraction of the cost. They come in a variety of sizes and colors.<br />
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This is what I end coming home from Target with with after watching the Queer Eye Reboot. I still love his beard, so some fancy beard cream was a must. After standing in the men's shaving/beard/mancare section for probably half an hour sniffing all the bottles, this one made it to the cart.<br />
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Christmas is in 39 days. Ouch! I've got to get moving. Or start pressing 'add to cart!' </div>
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I wanted to publish this yesterday in honor of World Kindness day, but life got in the way and I ran out of time, so here goes....<br />
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Do you ever wish you could go back in time and have a heart to heart with your younger self? Lots of times when I hear this question I often think about my later teen years. How I would have made different choices, or focused more on my education instead of my social life. This week I came across a piece of my past and the answer to that question has changed. I wish I could go back and hug my 6th grade self.<br />
B started playing basketball this week for the first time, and coincidentally practice and games are in the same gymnasium that was beside the school I attended in the 6th grade. The school has since been converted into an apartment complex, but the gymnasium is still there for community use.<br />
I didn't expect walking through those doors again to have such an effect on me. The outside of the gym has been spruced up a bit. New windows, possibly a new coat of paint around the door frames, but inside....inside is exactly as I remember it. The painted tiger paws on the hardwoods have darkened with age, but the same wood slatted bleachers remain.<br />
In 6th grade I made the brave decision to change school districts and attend the intermediate school in the district where my mom taught. The district was much smaller and I felt more at ease knowing my mom taught at the high school that was virtually across the street.<br />
There are a few things that stand out to me about that first year, but the first day of school is one I won't forget. Let's rewind back to the early 90's. No internet, no Facebook, no Instagram. No means of searching for hashtags or finding ways to see what students and peers from this new school were wearing. This was the first day of school for a 6th grade girl. The perfect ensemble was CRUCIAL! This is where this story gets hysterical, but at the same time MORTIFYING!<br />
Again, this is the early 90's. I'm coming out of elementary school and entering 6th grade. Until now, my favorite band had been New Kids on the Block, but I knew these girls were more into MC Hammer and Bobby Brown. So what does this 6th grade girl choose to wear her very first day of middle school in a new school? Hammer pants. That's right ladies and gentleman, yours truly chose to wear the flouncy, billowy pants like the ones worn by MC Hammer in the early 90's. I topped off my look with black patent leather oxford shoes and accessorized with a black wool hat. Looking back, I completely understand why I was laughed at, but at the time, I thought this was the way to try to fit in. Fortunately there is no image of this ensemble for your viewing pleasure.<br />
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On that very first day, we filed into that gymnasium for PE and were told to sit in a circle cross-legged to listen to instructions from the coach. When we got up to leave, my shoes were GLUED to the floor. The floor had recently been waxed and the faux patent leather on the tops of my shoes had made some sort of bond. When I went to stand up, they made a loud peeling sound, leaving some of the shiny areas on the outer sides of my shoes on the gym floor. Thankfully, I was the only one who noticed this at all, but after the snickers and laughs I'd seen pointed my way all day, I couldn't help but wish I could sink through the cracks in that wood floor.<br />
That year was extremely turbulent. One of the first few days of school in art class, a group of girls moved all the chairs into a corner and wouldn't allow me to sit down. Even the teacher didn't locate a chair for me, but instead allowed me to stand for the duration of the class.<br />
But the most affected I've become from that nightmare of a first year in middle school came in the lunchroom. I was a typical, chubby, 12 year old girl. I was starting the enter a phase where I was paying more attention to my looks and was very self conscious about my weight. I stood in line, got my lunch tray, and was walking to a table when I tripped. My lunch went flying across the floor. Embarrassed and pride smashed, but still hungry, I picked up my tray and returned it to it's place and got back in line, but as I reached the cashier, she told me I wasn't allowed to get another lunch since I'd dropped mine. Someone close by heard her and yelled out "she doesn't need it anyway!"<br />
This moment is etched into my brain like it happened yesterday. After that day, I never stood in a lunch line again. I chose to eat either a snack from the canteen or I didn't eat lunch at all. In hindsight, it's not that terrible. Kids are mean and cruel in middle school. But being judged for what I put in my mouth is still an issue for me today. I detest a buffet and eating in front of any large group of people causes me anxiety. Do they think I'm putting too much on my plate? I'm such a klutz, what if I spill it? What if I have food all over my face and I don't notice? How ridiculous, right?<br />
I wish I could go back in time and give 6th grade me a giant hug and tell her how it will turn out. That she would find friends and it all would be alright. That middle school is basically the speed bump of life. That there will come a time in your life when you won't need to fit in and look like everyone else. That you'll develop your own style and care less what anyone thinks about it. I'd then hand her a flat iron and throw out her Dep hair gel.<br />
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But you know what I also would do? I'd go back in time and also tell myself to be kinder. I think that first year hardened me a bit. It made me jaded to social atmospheres and scared of social interaction. By high school I had a group of friends, but I was only social with my specific group. I had a hard time trusting people and chose to stay with my own group of friends (like most cliques do). But I would have smiled more. I would have tried to make others feel included and special.<br />
To this day, I'm still a little socially awkward. Big groups of people in a social setting is unnerving for me. On top of this, I have been stricken with one of the worst resting bitch faces you could ask for.<br />
I am fully aware that I come across unapproachable and unhappy, but I'm usually just assessing where I can fit in and not feel awkward or judged.<br />
As I walked through those gym doors on Monday night, it all came flooding back. The feeling of exclusion and ridicule. The fear and anxiety. I'm 39 freaking years old and all the sudden, I felt 12 again.<br />
Every night when I tuck B into bed, we have a few minutes where we talk about his day. Sometimes I hear that one kid was mean to another kid, or this kid kicked another kid on accident. The one thing I've tried to talk about even more lately is kindness. It doesn't matter who is being mean. It doesn't matter who is leaving you out. It doesn't matter who doesn't look like you, or like the same things you do. You never know what that person has going on at home or is battling on the inside. Always, ALWAYS be the kind kid.</div>
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It's an easy low carb option during the week. Sometimes I make ahead a few smaller Gladware bowls as a quick grab and go option for lunch or as a side item with dinner. </div>
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I don't like to spend a load of time in the kitchen so I'm going to give you the quickest way possible to throw this together.<br />
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*Lettuce: You can use iceburg, but I like using a bag of Publix <a href="https://www.publix.com/pd/publix-salad-blend-italian/RIO-PCI-107417">Italian Blend</a>. </div>
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If I'm making for meal prep, I usually split a bag of lettuce between 2-3 plastic containers. Sometimes I'll add a layer of spinach as well. </div>
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*Bacon: I stink at cooking bacon. My mom once burned her arm so bad with bacon grease, she had to go to the E.R. I've tried it in the oven and my oven doesn't seem to cooperate. <a href="https://www.publix.com/pd/hormel-bacon-original-microwave-ready/RIO-PCI-113527"> Hormel</a> makes microwave ready bacon in prepackaged strips of four. 3 minutes. Perfect, crispy bacon. No grease, no washing a pan. I crumble 2 slices per plastic container. </div>
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*Hard Boiled Eggs: I don't like my house smelling like eggs. <a href="https://www.publix.com/pd/egg-lands-best-cage-free-eggs-hard-cooked-peeled-medium/RIO-PCI-525597">Egg Lands Best</a> makes hard-boiled, pre-peeled eggs. No boiling, no cooling, no peeling. I chop 2 eggs per container. </div>
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*Tomatoes: For ease, I use cherry tomatoes, but very few. I'm not a huge tomato fan (gasp--most of my friends and family have to have FRESH homegrown tomatoes), but I'm not as fond. This is an optional ingredient for me. However, if I'm making this layered in the trifle bowl, tomatoes are a must..because it's prettier with a layer of color. </div>
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*Green onion: I chop up 1 small bundle and divide it between 3 containers. </div>
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*Sharp cheddar: This is totally preference, but it's the one thing I take the scenic route on. I grate my own cheese instead of buying the grated cheese in the bag. To me it's worth it and tastes so much better. </div>
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*Green Peas: (Thawed bag of green peas). This is a must if I make a layered salad in a trifle bowl, but if I'm meal prepping, I leave this out of my container(s), since they have carbs. </div>
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*Dressing: One cup full fat mayo</div>
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One cup full fat sour cream </div>
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Minced dill (optional)</div>
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This dressing sounds so strange, but I've tried this salad with a few different dressings and there's nothing that pairs as well. Mix mayo, sour cream and dill in a separate container to store. If I'm making this salad in a trifle bowl, I spread the layer on top, then sprinkle some additional bacon and cheese on top as garnish. Similar to the Pioneer Woman's recipe seen <a href="http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/layered-salad/">here</a>. <br />
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Easy and low carb. 2 things that are a must! <br />
Happy Tuesday! </div>
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Last month, I went to lunch with a good friend I work with. We went to a restaurant close by our office, had coffee before our meal (something I don't often think to order at lunch--but what a good idea.) I didn't realize that the restaurant was freezing cold because we were drinking coffee and I also had a thin cardigan on.<br />
It's summertime in the Midlands, so it's hotter than 10 hells, You could leave cookie batter on your dashboard and end up with fresh baked goods by the time you return from lunch. Since it was so cold in the restaurant, it didn't feel like the normal "I can barely breathe" heat when we walked out the door to my car.<br />
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Kelly has this awesome trait that I find so amazing that I want to share. To describe her I would use one word. Enthusiast. As we walk out the door, she throws her arms out and says, "God, I love this feeling!! When you walk out of a freezing cold restaurant or store in the summer and the warmth just hugs you! You can feel it from your head to your toes. It's one of my favorite sensations!" I literally stopped in the middle of the parking lot and stared at her like she was insane. Her enthusiasm for ridiculously small things like this is INSANE to me....but SO inspiring. </div>
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That whole experience made me think about how I perceive things. This isn't the first time this concept jiggled around in my brain. Earlier this year I started listening to a few motivational podcasts that helped me through a really stressful tax season. A lot of what I continued to hear repeatedly was about perception and how our happiness depends on what we give positive or negative energy to.<br />
I'm generally a glass half empty type of person. I lean more in the direction of worry and doubt rather than positivity. I come from a long line of worriers and overracters. My initial thought of any situation will always be worse case scenario. I know this about me. I hate this about me. My therapist figured this out within the first 5 minutes of meeting me. Anyone who knows me knows this. But I'm trying to let the worry go a little. I'm trying to have more faith and start enjoying the little mundane everyday awesomeness that surrounds me. I never would have thought about the fact that walking out into the muggy Columbia sun actually felt good for once.<br />
I'm probably going to remember that the next time I leave somewhere and feel warmth like that again....but right now I'm realizing I've felt that sensation so many times and never thought about it as anything other than a tolerable walk across a parking lot thanks to some good cranked up air conditioning.<br />
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I live with huge anxiety. HUGE. Some days I feel great, but there are other days when I feel inadequate, stressed and uneasy. The past 2 weeks have been hard. Tears come for no reason. And then all of the sudden, I remember to try to find something to ground myself. It all goes back to 2 things I heard on a podcast that make so much sense!<br />
I have them written in my bullet journal:<br />
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<i><b>"If you are depressed, you are living in the past" </b></i><br />
<i><b>"If you are anxious, you are living in the future" </b></i><br />
<i><b>"If you are at peace, you are living in the present" </b></i><br />
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<i><b>"Expect and enjoy the unexpected" </b></i><br />
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Once in a while I treat myself to a massage. I've been going to the same girl for a few years now and not only is she hilarious, but she's always good at giving me advice when I'm stressed out or anxious. A few weeks ago, I went to see her. I was an anxious mess when I walked in the door and she could tell. When I left, she hugged me and said, "do yourself a favor and go get the book 'The Secret' and read it. And QUIT living in the future. That's the best part about the future. We don't know what's ahead of us that could be great!"<br />
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I've been worried and anxious so much over the span of 2 weeks, I literally made myself ill. <br />
Wednesday, I was scrolling through shows that were included with Amazon Prime and lo and behold, there it was, 'The Secret.' So, I gave it a try. I know it's old and I missed the boat on this when it was a big thing years ago, but it turned my perspective around by the end of the week.<br />
Everyday is different, but for right now, this was just what I needed.<br />
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I'm trying to make a conscious effort to live in the present and enjoy the mundane, everyday wonderful things that surround me. After all, there is plenty to be grateful and thankful for...and one of them is my husband. I'm grateful everyday that I married a man who is positive, upbeat and is strong enough to deal with my crazy ass. I'm not kidding. Everyday, I have to stop myself and remember how lucky I am that he understands my anxiety and worry and does nothing but try to help me through my mood swings and the ridiculous things I throw his way.<br />
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If you live with anxiety and stress, I feel ya. I understand the frustration of worrying about things that are out of your control and trying to find new ways to stay grounded and present. It's not easy, but I'm working on it. Today is a better day. A much better day and I'm just going be happy with that.<br />
Today.<br />
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Happy Weekend Guys!<br />
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Oh and FYI: Keisha at Occo Salon on Pulaski --she's THE BEST if you need stress reducing massage--you're welcome in advance.</div>
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1/2 extra virgin olive oil<br />
1/4 red wine vinegar<br />
2 tablespoons fresh dill, minced<br />
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2 large cucumbers, diced<br />
1 pound cherry or grape tomatoes, halved<br />
1 six oz. container crumbled feta cheese<br />
1 6.5 oz. jar kalamata olives<br />
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In a medium bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar and minced dill, set aside.<br />
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In a large bowl, combine all salad ingredients. Toss with dressing until all ingredients are covered.<br />
Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours. Drain excess dressing before serving.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=themcc0a-20&o=1&p=48&l=ur1&category=myhabit&m=myhabit&f=ifr" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" border="0" marginwidth="0" style="border:none;" frameborder="0"></iframe></div>13 Acreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961254056815199738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7761613310342153005.post-24368045594430682582018-04-29T18:00:00.002-04:002018-04-30T10:44:47.872-04:00Bathroom Brighten Up<div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;">
The downstairs full bath is pretty dull and dark. The whole bottom floor is in need of some brightening up and I'm gradually updating and changing some things around to make the area seem brighter and bigger. Bye bye brown shower curtain and Colorado photo collage! </div>
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What a huge difference a white shower curtain makes. (Sorry for the terrible lighting, this bathroom has no window so I'm stuck with using the existing can lights). Your eye doesn't automatically drift to the busy shower curtain print. The new semi sheer shower curtain brightens up the room, thanks to the recessed light above the shower. We had this fish print hanging in the hallway, but bringing it into this room brings in some much needed color. </div>
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I'm not insanely in love with the rattan mirror anymore, but it's going to have to do for now. Plus the brown rattan doesn't blend well with the gray granite countertops at all. A new hand towel with both brown and gray designs helps tie in the two tones. <br />
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The floor in the downstairs hallway is a dark slate, so the addition of a large light patterned rug, helps lighten up the floor.<br />
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Small inexpensive changes can make a room seem so much bigger and brighter. I changed all this without saying anything to Chad this week. I heard him say "where the hell am I?" after he walked in the bathroom the other night. I like to keep him on his toes.<br />
Happy Sunday!<br />
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