what I’ve been reading lately

May 5, 2025

Sharing a roundup of the books I’ve been reading lately and if I recommend adding them to your collection.  Hi friends! How was the weekend? We spent it in Phoenix for Liv’s dance competition. Her team did an amazing job, we enjoyed a family brunch, and I snuck away for a Lagree class – wins…

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Meg: Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Listen up all you last minute shoppers! We’ve got some fun gift ideas, whether you’re shopping for your bestie or your mom. These gifts will delight any Valentine!   For the yogi in your life…Victoria’s Secret yoga pants, a Lululemon “Strappy Headband”, and a BPA free Camelback water bottle. I love the VS yoga pants…

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Review of Zuzana’s ZCUT Power Cardio DVDs

I think we’re all in agreement that I have a girl crush on Zuzana. (photo source) She has a soft-spoken, kind and approachable demeanor, and at the same time, creates these crazy intense workouts that leave me shaking in a pool of sweat. How can someone so nice make my muscles cry so effectively? Oh,…

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DIY Toddler Valentines

It’s no coincidence that I suddenly became more crafty as Pinterest became more popular. I’m crafty. Someone else just needs to be crafty first and post their idea online 😉 So for that sake, I’m not going to even try to pretend I came up with this toddler valentine on my own –the original post…

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Noodles, chicken and snow

I absolutely loved reading all of your excuses and excuse busters, and am so happy you like the new bfast cookie recipe! Let me know if any of you give it a try 🙂 Holy crazy noodle arms. Workout timing was lovely last night: Liv woke up from her second nap as the Pilot got…

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Baked Breakfast Cookie

Take your breakfast on-the-go and satisfy your sweet tooth with this make-ahead healthy baked breakfast cookie. Made with oats and healthy protein to start your day right. Here’s the back story: Almost 5 years ago (has it really been that long?!) I endeavored to create a portable, healthy breakfast option. I was always on the…

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