Sunday Inspiration

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Outfit Post: PIF Apparel

  

I just wanted to say thank you to Matthew from

 PIF Apparrel  for contacting me and sending me 

this Share the Love Tee.

I love it! 

The fabric is so soft and stretchy which is just what I like!

Go "like" their Facebook page and 

be entered to win a FREE tee!

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Top: PIF Apparel

Hat: F21

Skinnies: Ross

Shoes: Victoria's Secret

Sunnies: F21

Jewelry: F21

Guest Post: Kelly from Eat Yourself Skinny

Yahoo it's Friday and boy do I have a treat for you!

Meet Kelly from Eat Yourself Skinny

She is here to share a yummy recipe with you!

Take it away Kelly!!

Blog:  http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/

Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/EatUrselfSkinny

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/EatUrselfSkinny

Pinterest:  http://pinterest.com/eaturselfskinny/

I'm a 20-something foodie with a true passion for cooking and a love for photography.  My blog "Eat Yourself Skinny" started because I wanted to show that eating right and maintaining a healthy lifestyle could actually be fun!  I love to put a spin on classic favorites by substituting calorie-loaded ingredients with healthier alternatives that still taste delicious.  

Are you ready for fall? Want to make something sweet and festive?

Check these out!!

Mini Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecakes

Here are your ingredients:

Recipe adapted from GingerbreadBagels

Crust

7 graham cracker sheets

1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

2 Tbsp sugar

4 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Mixture

8 oz. Cool Whip Free

1 (8 oz) package fat-free cream cheese

1/4 cup sugar (or 6 Splenda packets)

2 tsp. vanilla extract

Pumpkin Mixture

1/3 cup pumpkin puree

1 tsp. ground cinnamon

1 tsp. ground nutmeg

1/2 tsp. ground ginger

1/8 tsp. allspice

In a food processor, grind up the graham cracker sheets into fine crumbs.  {If you don’t have a food processor or blender, place the graham crackers into a bag and crush them with a rolling pan or a cup.}  Place the graham cracker crumbs into a bowl and add in the ground cinnamon and sugar.  Melt the butter and add it to the graham cracker crumbs.

Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners and put one tablespoon of the graham cracker crumb mixture in the bottom of each liner.  Press down the crumbs with your hand.  Set aside.

In a large bowl, whip the cream cheese, vanilla extract and sugar (or Splenda) for a few minutes until fluffy.  Add the Cool Whip and whip until smooth.  To make the pumpkin mixture, combine the pumpkin puree, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger and allspice.  Add 2/3 cup of the cheesecake mixture to the pumpkin mixture.  Stir with a spatula until the two batters are completely combined and there are no lumps.

Using a cookie dough scooper (or spoon), fill each cupcake liner with 1 1/2 scoop fulls of the cheesecake mixture.  Each liner should be filled almost to the top.  Now place three dots of pumpkin batter onto the cheesecake batter in the liner.  I used a 1/4 teaspoon to scoop the pumpkin batter.  Use a toothpick to swirl the two batters.

Once each cheesecake cup is swirled, placed the cupcake pans into the fridge to chill for a few hours (I chose to keep mine in overnight) until firm.  Serve and enjoy!

Serves 12
Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecakes
Calories: 106
Fat: 3.8 g
Carbs: 12.1 g
Fiber: 0.3 g
Protein: 2.8
WW points: 3 points

Co-Worker/Friend: Outfit Post & Quote of the Day

Top – H&M

Bag – H&M

 Shoes – Sam Edelman

Skirt – Forever 21



Quote for today:

"God does not look on the outward appearance. I believe that He doesn't care one bit if we live in a castle or a cottage, if we are handsome or homely, if we are famous or forgotten. Though we are incomplete, God loves us completely. Though we are imperfect, He loves us perfectly. Though we may feel lost and without compass, God's love encompasses us completely"

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-Dieter F. Uchtdorf

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Return The Favor Hop - Week 8 {Bloglovin'}

Welcome back this week for another round of the Bloglovin' hop!

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Take a couple minutes to visit some other people who have linked up and let them know you stopped by from the Return The Favor hop - and hopefully they will return the favor!

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Katie from Understated Whimsy
Holly from Running In Stilettos
Tiffany from Fashion In The Forest

Why I Choose to Dress Modestly

Skinnies: Ross

Wedges: Payless 

Sunglasses: Walmart

Flower Top: F21 (thrifted)

White V-Neck Tee- Walmart 

Lucite Bracelet: White House Black Market

When you turn on the television, go to the movies, or flip through the pages of just about any magazine, it appears that our society has lost the value of modesty. 

People dress in clothing and styles that are designed to reveal and to bring considerable attention to their bodies.

When I choose to dress modest I believe it sends a message of purity and honor. 

It shows that I have self-respect and self-control over my body. 

When I dress modestly, I am saying that I posses inner qualities for which I should gain appropriate attention and value from others. 

I dress in a way that will always please my Heavenly Father and show Him that I respect that the body that He has given to me.

The Bible places a high priority on modesty. In 1 Timothy 2:9 , for example, it teaches that Christian women are to dress modestly. They are to focus on their inner attractiveness rather than being overly concerned about outward appearance. 

Modesty also demonstrates self-control, which is a fruit of the Holy Spirit 

( Galatians 5:22-23 )

Misikko HANA Pro 1" Flat Iron Product Review

 Here's what I got: 

Storage pouch, tin case, silicon mat, comb,hand sanitizer, nail files, bath rose petals, ELF eyeshadow, eyeshadow brush and eyelash curler. 

 **Before**

**After**

**Curly**

I would love to say a huge THANK YOU to Misikko for sending me this wonderful product!

Just a few weeks ago, Brian from Misikko.com contacted me regarding the opportunity to review one of their flat irons, the HANA Professional Flat Iron 1"

I was so excited, because the CHI Flat Iron that my husband bought me 

really doesn't give me the results that I thought it would.

When my package arrived at work, 

I opened it up and was really surprised to see 

all the goodies they sent to me.

My hair is naturally straight and thin, 

but I love using a flat iron to smooth it out a bit 

and give my hair a more finished and complete look.

Pros:

Heats up very quickly

Safe for damp hair

Safe for color treated hair

Great packaging
Curls better than any other flat iron

On/Off switch

No-slip grip

360 swivel 8ft. cord

Compact in size

Curved plates for curling and straightening

Comes with heat proof mat, travel pouch and tin case

Lets you know when its done heating up

Adjustable temperatures: 140-450 degress

Smooth plates that don't snag or pull your hair

Makes your hair shiny and soft

Reasonably priced for what you get

Great customer service & package arrived quickly

Cons:

I don't have any cons about this product.

I love it! 

Do you like my hair straight or curly?

Do you straight or curl your hair?

How often do you do it and what do you use?

Happy Monday! Let's make this a great week!

Sunday Inspiration

This morning I had the opportunity to listen to Elder Bednar speak at Stake Conference.

What an amazing experience!

The spirit was so strong and my heart is completely full.

In his talk he explained that we should take upon ourselves the name of 

Jesus Christ, always remember Him and keep His commandments.

Once we do this we then move from being our own individual agent to a representative of Jesus Christ.

He also talked about always evaluating our lives daily, knowing we who are in Christ and finding ways to be a better person, showing Christ's love unto others and making a constant effort to draw closer to our Heavenly Father.

We always should turn to Him not to ourselves, and represent Him in all times and in all places.

Elder Bednar then left us with one question to continually ask ourselves..

Which way are YOU facing? 

Are you always turning towards the Lord?

or...

 Are you turning towards yourself?

Here are some talks given by Elder Bednar.....

What I Believe

That's What Friends Are For

I recieved this message from my friend Jessica this morning.

It makes me happy that she took the time out of her busy day to send me such a sweet message.

"We are in this together and whatever good thing happens to you is something good that happens to me too.

You bring light into my life everyday girly!

So glad you are in my life!"

-Jessica

It's these little moments like this that I cherish and treasure deep within my soul.

It's these little moments that make me realize how grateful I am to have friends in my life like this.

I decided to thank my friend Jessica by dedicating this post to her and writing a poem for her. Thank  you for being you. Thank  you for being my friend and my Sister. I love you!

It's been a really long time since I have written poetry... so go easy on me!!

Reasons Why I Call You My Friend

I am every so grateful that our paths have crossed.

I treasure our friendship and I know it will never be lost.

You fill my heart with beauty, joy and grace.

You always know how to bring a smile to my face.

You are always there to listen and to understand.

You are always there to stay by my side and to hold my hand.

You always know when my spirit needs a little lift.

I’m glad you’re a part of my life, I consider our friendship a gift.

Sponsor Feature: 15% Off Outfit Additions & a Winner

Today I am so excited to introduce you guys to my newest Sponsor.

 I was thrilled when Ash from Oufit Additions contacted me wanting to Sponsor my blog.
I LOVE their products! They have such a huge variety of different pieces and very resonably priced for what you are getting. PLUS they offer free shipping and returns!
It really can't get any better than that right?!?

Outift Additions is a California based jewelry & accessories retailer of fashion jewelry, belts and wallets. They are headquartered in Berkeley, California, about 10 miles east of San Francisco. The company launched in 2009 selling silk belts, wallets and some jewelry. In 2012, they started working on growing the company into a jewelry focused brand. Their focus is on sourcing products that are simple in design, yet have an interesting aspect to it either a pop of color or an interesting pattern or a basic piece with a unique combination of beads, stone or crystal. Products are sourced from artisans across the US and abroad and are always priced under $60.

Here are a few of my favorite items:



Now lets give Ash some feedback on what we are all loving shall we!?!

What are some of your favorites?

So...do you like what you see??

Today ONLY, Ash is offering 15% off of your order!

COUPON CODE: BROWN

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Can we get a drum roll please?!?

Winner of the Pink Heart Shaped Earrings from
Charming Charlies is......

Kelly from The Houtz House Party!!
Congrats Kelly!

Please email me your address to
bostonksox@gmail.com
and I will get those shipped out to you right away!

Quote of the Day

 

Birthday Wish List

My birthday is in just a couple of weeks (October 3rd) 

I will be turning 28. 

Perfect time to put together a wish list... which technically is more of a “wishful thinking” list. Nonetheless, I would be beyond thrilled to receive any of these items on my special day.

Mixer

Camera

Watch

Juicy Purse

Big Heart Sweater

MAC Makeup

Pink Beach Cruiser

Perfume

Uggs

F21 Gift Card

Two things....

For those of you who haven't entered my Giveaway...head on over and enter!!

GIVEAWAY ends tomorrow @ midnight!

ALSO....

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Tuesday Thoughts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dont forget to enter the Giveaway! Ends this week!

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DIY Eye Makeup Remover Video Tutorial

Learn how to make your own eye make-up remover at home using all natural ingredients that you can get at the grocery store or might already have at home!

You are gonna love this!!

Was trying to count just how many times I said super cheap, super easy..haha!

 

Sunday Inspiration

My First YouTube Video: Charity Never Fails

Alright guys...here it is...

My very first YouTube video!

Wowza! I am quite the talker!

13 minutes!

Hope you enjoy it.

Comments or thoughts are much appreciated  ;)

Come subscribe to my YouTube channel....

Life's Little Snippets

1. My Savior

2. Poolside

3. Scripture Journal

4. Photo Booth

5. Healthy Eats

6. I love the Temple

7. Man vs. Wild

8. Husbands Fruit Creation

9. What I Wore To Church

10. Homemade Lasagna

11. New Sunglasses

12. Football Game

13. Shadow Puppy

14. Wall Collage

15. Fall Wreath

4 Things.

I love about Fall.....

The Crisp Cool Air
I love stepping outside in the morning and breathing in the nice cool crisp air.

It's a nice change from this Arizona weather.

Thanksgiving
 What a better way to celebrate than a giant meal with all your loved ones around? I love Thanksgiving.

Comfort Food

When the temperatures start to dip, that's when comfort food starts to taste extraordinarily yummy.

Fall Attire

When I think of fall clothing, I think comfy and warm.

There is nothing better than wearing a chunky oversized sweater, some leggings and some boots!

What are some of the things you love about Fall?

Friday Letters



Dear Bloggers

I have been thinking...

I want to start doing more videos.
What do you think?
What would you like to see?

Here are two videos I did awhile back..

Dear Body

You are feeling so good thanks toYoga and healthy eats.
I think I could get used to this!

Dear God
I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made:
marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.


Dear Friday
I am so glad you are here!
I'm ready for the weekend.


Hope you guys have a great Friday!!

FYI: Want to enter for a chance to win a blog design makeover?
Head over HERE and enter!