The Mayans were laughing

Hi! Happy Friday <3 So many fun and good things happening lately, and lots to look forward to. -Last night we met up with some friends at the zoo to check out the Christmas lights. The light display around the zoo property was absolutely gorgeous -some even blinked to Trans-Siberian Orchestra music- and Liv especially…

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let there be lights

Hi friends ๐Ÿ™‚ How’s the weekend going? Thank you so much for your race tips and motivation yesterday. I especially loved the fact that I won’t remember how much it sucked to wake up early, I’ll remember how I feel when I cross the finish line. I woke up with pretty fresh legs -I think…

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My kinda turkey trot

Hi friends- hope you’re enjoyed the weekend so far and had a safe, healthy holiday! It was a great Thanksgiving. (Hands in the air if you agree pies should be sold like that haha) Wednesday night, I decided to go to a Zumbathon “Turkey Trot” at the park. I always love to check out other…

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Thankful.

The holiday seasons are such an amazing and magical time- I’m especially thankful to have been able to be here in Tucson with my family for 3 years in a row (3 years!!! Lucky girl). While I always enjoy the seasonal delights, time spent with family and friends, and of course, the fantastic holiday feasts,…

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Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up

Even with all of the Thanksgiving recipe round up posts I’ve read recently, I’m not tired of them yet. It’s always fun to get new ideas for holiday dishes and parties. There’s so much variety out there, and I think it’s fortunate to have so many diverse eating styles, cooking methods and techniques available on…

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Meg: Holiday Yarn Wreaths

To say Iโ€™m excited for the holiday season is an extreme understatement. October is always a fun month filled with various birthdays, horror films, and Halloween festivities, but the moment November arrives, the world just seems a little brighter to me. Yes, I burn my Bath & Bodyworks Twisted Peppermint candle and squeal with joy when…

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Namaste November

Halloween, you’ll always be one of my very favorite holidays. Any situation where I’m surrounded by chocolate is very happy, indeed, but wearing a costume and partying with friends and family is a bonus, too ๐Ÿ˜‰ I had a blast hanging out with my hibachi chef and sushi roll: (It’s basically impossible to get Liv…

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Happy Halloween!!

Whether you’re celebrating Halloween or hump day, we hope it’s a safe, healthy and happy one <3 Be sure to check back in the morning for a fun November challenge! xoxo Gina, the Pilot, Oliv (my sweet little sushi roll!) and Bella (the Halloween sassafras)

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Amazeballs flavor variations

I’m pretty sure there’s nothing in the world that’s more adorable than a table full of babies in their diapers painting pumpkins. Before Liv was born, I used to have groups of friends over all the time, at least once a week. I love cooking for others and entertaining, but since Liv has been here,…

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Cranberry avocado salad

It’s rare for me to have a case of the moan-days, since I love being able to spend the day with Liv. We’ll do the usual thing (play, read books, go on a fun adventure. meet up with friends or just take it easy) and yesterday, I only had one thing in mind that I…

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Guest post: Eating Bender

Hi friends and Happy 4th of July to those who are celebrating today! We’re enjoying one last day in Cali before heading back to the desert heat. It’s been an amazing trip so far, and I’m so thankful to have had time to enjoy a relaxing vacay with the family. Thank you again to all…

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Happy Father’s Day

To all the dads out there, including the fur dads and the men who help care for others. Especially to this guy: Just when I thought he couldn’t be any more amazing, he became a dad. Watching him love and help me take care of our little girlโ€ฆ well, everyday I wonder how I got…

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