Thankful for you.

With everything going on, it’s easy to get lost in the stresses of the day: the to-do lists, work obligations, making sure everyone is alive, happy and fed, and the everyday stuff. I try to take moments throughout the day to soak it all in, and to maintain a spirit of gratitude amidst the hustle…

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Chef Kyle’s Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey

+ 3 tips to make it the most delicious roasted turkey you’ve ever had, even for a newbie like me. For my entire life, I was pretty much out of the kitchen for Thanksgiving. Even when I finally got into cooking, shortly after marrying the Pilot and just before starting this little blog, I was…

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this and that

Hi friends! How’s the day treating ya? I’m so happy to hear you liked the Knockout November workout! I got in two rounds today + 3 sets of heavy barbell squats.  Anyone else moving a liiiiittle slowly after Halloween?? I had to wake Liv up for school! P on the other hand is still partying…

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Happy Halloween!!

Hi friends! I hope you had a wonderful weekend. I’ll be back TONIGHT with your November Knockout workout (so those who are doing the 7-day Reset can hit it hard tomorrow!) but in the meantime, I wanted to wish you a very happy and safe Halloween. May it be filled with allthechocolate, cocktails and merriment.…

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Kombucha Cocktails

Hi friends! Happy almost-Friday. How’s the morning going? P and I went to the gym -I got in an awesome upper body workout- and now I’m back home getting some work stuff together while she naps. I just took out my planner and can’t believe how the weekends are filling up from now until December. …

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Tart Cherry Cider

This recipe for Tart Cherry Cider is sponsored by The Cherry Marketing Institute. I look forward to fall every year. With the hint of briskness in the air, it gets me so excited for the holiday season. It’s a great chance to revamp your routine, tackle those remaining goals or resolutions, and get back in…

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celebrating the man of the house

We took him out for burgers and the restaurant (Slater’s 50/50) gave him a bacon rose, so I think it was a win? 🙂 Hi friends! Happy Monday! Hope you had a wonderful and relaxing weekend. Ours was a lot of fun. We spent time with friends, the Pilot and Liv went on a daddy-daughter…

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Easter weekend

Hi friends! How are you? We are back from a whirlwind and wonderful trip to Tucson. (Livi’s dress is here, and P’s is here) It was P’s first plane trip! She was a champ, even though she was not the biggest fan haha. It was amazing to soak in lots of time with the family.

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2015 year in review

Needless to say, a lot happened and changed around here this past year! 2015 was time of anticipation, new experiences and great adventures. It also been a transitional period of some challenges and growth, and I’m thankful for the lessons and moments that comprised a wonderful year. While there were some amazing parts of 2015, I…

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Happy holla days

Hi friends! How was your weekend? Hope you had a wonderful one, and that those who celebrated Christmas enjoyed a beautiful holiday. Ours was a little non-traditional this year, but was still an awesome weekend. We’re usually in Tucson or visiting the Pilot’s side of the family, but we stayed here in San Diego to…

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Have yourself a merry little Christmas

Sending you lots of love, light and happiness this holiday season. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas or a beautiful wintery weekend, I hope it’s an amazing one surrounded by family and friends. Lots of love to you and I’ll see ya on Monday! xoxo Gina and the fam 🙂

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Thanksgiving recap + [Black] Friday Faves

 Hi friends! Happy Friday! Hope you are having a wonderful morning. Hope that those of you who were celebrating Thanksgiving yesterday enjoyed a memorable holiday surrounded by those you love… and delicious food. 😉 We weren’t able to travel to Tucson since we needed to keep an eye on P’s reflux, so we enjoyed a…

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