Month: January 2015

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Normally I am not one to wear a lot of jewelry, I find less is more when it comes to it.  I used to wear  statement necklaces all the time, but lately have found myself not being so drawn towards such chunky necklaces. I do, sometimes, still wear drop earrings when it’s a fancy event or a fun night out but nothing really over the top. These drop earrings are perfect for such occasions. Usually when I go out I put on my everyday jewelry and maybe change my pearls to another pair of studs–getting pretty wild these days. Anyway, I have been getting a little tired my costume jewelry and want to add a few more pieces into the mix. The crystal ball cuff by Marlyn Schiff is a perfect size that it is not over-whelming yet still makes a statement. I also love the simplicity of this pearl ring,  as I am a sucker for anything with a pearl, I would wear this on a regular basis!

What kind of jewelry person are you? Do you wear a lot of bracelet, can’t  leave the house without a statement necklace, or do you keep it simple?


 Brunch as a woman, and a former New Yorker, is a rite of passage. Whether I am brunching at a restaurant with a few friends and one-too-many mimosas, or brunching at home on the weekends after you have slept in–I will find a way to brunch! I like to start my mornings off on a good note, as I always have more energy and feel better when I have had a healthy breakfast. So if I am making breakfast, I want to make it as healthy as I possibly can—leaving room for more mimosas obviously. 
Over the weekend I made my first ever gluten-free pumpkin oatmeal pancakes. I was a little skeptical because of not adding eggs, but they turned out to be delicious!
Ingredients
Makes 4 serving

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons gluten-free rolled oats
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
1/4 teaspoon cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 baking soda
2/3 cup pumpkin puree
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup coconut or almond milk
2 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
1 tablespoon 100% pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Egg Replacer
2/3 cup water
2 tablespoons ground flax seed
Prepare the egg replacer by mixing the ground flax seeds and water. Allow to sit for 5 minutes.
Blend the oats in a high speed blender until finely ground. Add the spices, salt, and baking soda. 
In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, applesauce, milk, melted coconut. maple syrup, vanilla, and egg replacer.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until just combined. Do not over mix.
Heat a non-stick pan or cast iron skillet over a medium heat (350 degree for an electric griddle). Lightly oil (extra virgin olive oil) or coconut oil melted. 
Once the pan is hot, pour 1/4 cup amounts of the batter and gently spread the circles. Cook until bubbles form around the edges of the pancakes. 
*these pancakes take slightly longer to cook than regular pancakes, so just keep the heat on medium and give them some time*
Flip and cook for another 2 minutes on the other side.

I added blueberries because I wanted some fruit. Then I drizzled 100% pure maple syrup (organic agave nectar works as well) all over.  Our first few pancakes were a little flimsy, so we added more oats to the batter before making a few more. I would highly recommend using more oats, you can tell in the texture of the batter once it become thicker. The pancakes turned out to be so delicious!! They were filling, but I did not feel overly-stuffed. I can’t wait to make them again… next weekend!

Over the past month I have picked up a few projects, joined two new committee’s, started nutrition school, and am continuing to try and keep up with this rapidly growing blog of mine.  Needless to say I am a busy bee these days! Currently I work on either my couch or bed with my laptop placed on my lap, which isn’t the most idle space to really concentrate, and not the best position for my posture. Now that I have more on my plate, I am dreaming of a much bigger, more efficient and pretty, space to make magic and study my little tush off. What I need is a new desk (desperately), a comfy-cute chair, wouldn’t mind a cabinet, a vision board is obviously a must…. ok I need an entire office to myself. I have few space and decor inspiration ideas that I have been gathering on my Pinterest board. I think the space where you work everyday should be a place of comfort and beauty.  I log in A LOT of hours blogging and working on school stuff, so I need my space to reflect who I am, who I want to be, and who I am becoming. I need a space that will continue to inspire and motivate me. If you are not in love with your office space, you will never want to be in there working. 
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If you have been following my Instagram account lately, you are well aware that I am OBSESSED with my new Chateau Parka from J.Crew. I have been looking for a grey, everyday wear coat and this one was too good to be true!  It bellows at the bottom which causes the fit to run a little big, but the shoulders fit almost true to size. I went down a size–probably could have gone down two sizes but I like my winter coats to be a bit bigger to make room for layering. The fur trim adds a nice touch of detail to it, but if that isn’t your taste, it is removable. My only complaint is that the neckline runs a bit high–or maybe I have a short neck–but it rubs against my chin, and since I unfortunately have sensitive skin, it irritates it a little. I guess that is why someone created scarves–genius idea.

The color is truly beautiful and the detailing of the pockets is a nice touch. I love a good pocket! It has a casual, yet polished look. The wool material keeps you warm during a polar-vortex, which is inevitable in the midwest. 
The best part: when I flip the hood up, I look like a lion. 
 Coat: J.Crew // Gloves: J.Crew // Pants: J.Crew // 
Purse: Marc by Marc Jacobs (similar) // Boots: Tory Burch–and now on sale! // Lipstick: Chanel

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