Foodie Friday: Pinch of Yum!
June 28, 2019 • Foodie Friday
Welcome to Foodie Friday!
It's summer and that means picnics, outdoor parties, camping and really just any reason to leave the inside and head outdoors.
We spend as much time as possible in the water during the summer and something about the water and sun makes me want to eat everything in site.
Our favorite thing to do is to pack a big picnic lunch and spend the day on Lake Norman just eating, playing and relaxing.
It is a beautiful thing!
I found this recipe courtesy of Pinch of Yum a food blog with simple and tasty recipes
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| You can customize pasta salad to your families likings you can add things like Ham Mozzarella Cheese Grilled Chicken Cubed Cheese Pepperoni or Salami |
This Pasta Salad is simple and perfect for the picnic basket and light enough that you don't feel stuffed.
So, let's get out and enjoy summer even if you just go to your back porch, enjoy the journey and this pasta salad.
What do you like to put in your pasta salad to make it your way?
What do you like to put in your pasta salad to make it your way?
Happy Summer Ya'll!
*Links and photos used with permission from Pinch of Yum*
Motivational Monday- Start Your Day Right with Magic Morning Mindset
June 24, 2019 • Motivational Monday
Welcome to a new series here at Grace and Gravel called Motivational Monday.
Each Monday you will find articles that inspire your
mind, body, and soul.
mind, body, and soul.
I think knowledge is power and that is a wonderful way to start Monday off.
Today, I am sharing an article by Elena Lipson over at Tiny Buddha
Elena teaches you how to
Start Your Day Right with the Magic Morning Mindset
and listen to your body, mind, and spirit.
It's really good stuff!
Start Your Day Right with the Magic Morning Mindset
and listen to your body, mind, and spirit.
It's really good stuff!
Give yourself permission to take care of yourself. It really wil be ok. This concept has been a hard one for me as it is with most women I know.
I think we feel like we have to be everything to everyone and really we are just setting ourselves up for failure with those standards.
Let's add work, bills, responsibilities and life in general and some days it's enough to make me want to day drink(cheers)
I think we feel like we have to be everything to everyone and really we are just setting ourselves up for failure with those standards.
Let's add work, bills, responsibilities and life in general and some days it's enough to make me want to day drink(cheers)
Since day drinking isn't something we can do often(Lol), I try to find better ways to manage the stress of it all.
In my life, I am trying to take better care of my
Body, Mind & Spirit
and taking "Me" time is the top of my list.
Here are just a few things I do to recharge-
1. Naps-if my body says I need a nap then I go nap.
2. Read-once again knowledge is power and learning is always a way to empower you.
3. Exercise- get outside and a hike or a walk. Let the fresh air wash over you.
4. Take a mental health day- I know some days are impossible,
so schedule them on the calendar like any other appointments.
Don't feel bad or apologize and keep the appointment.
5. Meditate- I find good in every day and when issues come up I can deal with the better than I used to. Trying to get a handle on my stress is really for everyone's sake.
Find what works for you and go with it.
I am a firm believer that, you cannot serve from an empty cup.
Body, Mind & Spirit
and taking "Me" time is the top of my list.
Here are just a few things I do to recharge-
1. Naps-if my body says I need a nap then I go nap.
2. Read-once again knowledge is power and learning is always a way to empower you.
3. Exercise- get outside and a hike or a walk. Let the fresh air wash over you.
4. Take a mental health day- I know some days are impossible,
so schedule them on the calendar like any other appointments.
Don't feel bad or apologize and keep the appointment.
5. Meditate- I find good in every day and when issues come up I can deal with the better than I used to. Trying to get a handle on my stress is really for everyone's sake.
Find what works for you and go with it.
I am a firm believer that, you cannot serve from an empty cup.
What do you do to take care of yourself and start the day off right?
Please share in the comments!
Please share in the comments!
*Links and photo used with permission from tinybuddha.com
About Elena Lipson
As a writer, speaker, and self-care coach, Elena works with women to help them reconnect to their intuition and reclaim their voice and body-wisdom in life, business, and the bedroom. Elena Lipson is the creator of the 66 Sacred Rituals, The Divine Self-Care Circle, and most recently, The Meditations & Musings Podcast.
Foodie Friday featuring Heidi Billotto
June 21, 2019 • Cooking, Foodie Friday
Welcome to Foodie Friday!
I don't know about you, but I love food.
Welcome to Foodie Friday!
Welcome to Foodie Friday!
Today, I want to share a friend, that I have been a big fan of for a long time she is an expert in the kitchen, local foodie and is a regular guest at several Charlotte TV stations.
She has been on the food scene since the early 80's and really knows her stuff.
Heidi offers cooking classes to and they are amazing. Read here how I celebrated Julia Child's birthday at one of Heidi's cooking classes. Wanna join Heidi in the kitchen or local farm class? Check out her schedule here.
Heidi offers cooking classes to and they are amazing. Read here how I celebrated Julia Child's birthday at one of Heidi's cooking classes. Wanna join Heidi in the kitchen or local farm class? Check out her schedule here.
Here are a few local items that she has checked out recently.
Carolina Kettle Chips out of Raleigh
Clemson's Best Ice Cream
So jump over and give Heidi some love. I promise you it is a delish treat and she will have you at your local farmers market soon.
Thanks for all you do Heidi and keep up the great work of supporting local.
I saw a sign on Highway 3(very rural) for those of you that don't know the area, the sign read "Farmers are important, try eating without them"
Very True!
Go Local Ya'll!
*This article was written with permission of Heidi Billotto.*
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