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26 January, 2014 by Gracie 21 Comments

I’m typically the opposite of a procrastinator.

…until it comes to packing. I’m moving on Wednesday, and this is as far as I’ve gotten.

Oh, and I got boxes. So…I’m getting there.

What can I say? I’ve been busy keeping up with your Speakable orders!

And being the sole Speakable “model” until I can hire a real one

On that note - I’m glad you’ve been loving the Valentine’s Collection! They’re going faster than anticipated…

On Saturday I peeled myself away from my jewelry tools for a night out. First I met up with Mon and some friends at Kettle of Fish…

…then we went to Schapiro’s in LES for none other than RACHEL’S birthday celebration! Happy birthday, Rach

Today I spent the day catching up on more necklaces and blog stuff. Blossom Du Jour came to the rescue, as usual.

(Smokacado wrap + Green Giant Smoothie)

Then I went to church for Vision Sunday – the third anniversary of Liberty. It was an amazing night, made complete with an incredible video made by my friend Leah,which should be up on Vimeo soon!

(Photo cred Trish)

I’ll leave you with some of my favorite devotional excerpts from this past week…

(first one from “Jesus Calling,” second from “God’s Promises Day by Day”)

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What was a highlight of your weekend?

#LEAN14 january jumpstart: healthy alternatives.

14 January, 2014 by Gracie 10 Comments

With this month just about halfway through, I must say I’ve been doing a pretty good job with sticking to my January Jumpstart goals. I’m really glad I made the goals attainable, but they’re still making a huge difference.

One of the things January Jumpstart (and LEAN14 in general) has opened me up to is trying new healthy alternatives when I see them. For example, this Earth Balance Coconut Spread. It is so SO good!

It has the consistency of coconut oil but tastes more like coconut. I’ve been loving it on top of a sweet potato with a generous sprinkle of cinnamon.

I’ve also taken YOUR suggestion(s) of using TruWhip instead of Cool Whip in Easiest Ever Frozen Cookie Sandwiches. I also switched them up a bit by using Ginny Bakes Coconut Oatmeal Bliss Cookies. I’m going to be hooked on this treat for a looong time…

And of course, there’s the old favorite healthy alternatives. I’m lucky to live near a Blossom Du Jour when I want to order takeout, where I get my favorite Smokacado Wrap.