- Reminds me of when I gave Cooper a slice of lemon for the first time. hehe
- I really enjoyed reading An Open Letter to Everyone Who Eats.
- Well..THAT SETTLES IT. I’m gonna make my own Coconut Whipped Cream.
- Almond Flour & Bourbon Vanilla Pancakes sounds just perfect to me!
- OMG Pizza Wheels!!! Where have you been all my life?
- 8 Signs You Are Actually a Cat. Yes to #3, 5 and 6 for me.
- I LOVE Nick Offerman.
- I hope I have time one day to make my own floral tablecloth. Thinking black & white…
- That’s How Light Gets In– a very touching/honest piece by my friend Andrea.
- I adore Hugh’s photos in this Mapled Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe. WOW.
- How to Cook Crispy Bacon! I love the oven method.
- I’d love to dip this popsicle in a cup of gin. Oh man would that be good!
- 5 Tips on How to be Mindful. I so need this.
- 9 minutes well spent! —THIS IS WATER.
- An interactive visualization of ongoing Arrested Development Jokes. JACKPOT.
There’s a new Joy the Baker Podcast on Homefries! This week we do Summer Edition WOULD YOU RATHER. It gets SUPER weird. Like weirder than normal…ENJOY!
This week on High Straightenance, I cleaned out my fridge!. You can always tell how stressed out I am by the state of my fridge.
Batch-22 made my Coconut Maple Granola
Dizzy Loves Icy made my Spicy Sweet Potato Fries
The Borough and Beyond made a version of my Freezer Breakfast Burritos
Recipe for Success made my Killer Garlic Bread
A Simple Love for Food made my Bacon Fried Rice
Food Loves Writing made a version of my Addictive Brussels Sprouts Salad
Dunn Sweet made my Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes
The Batty Bitch Fhee made my Spinach Feta Pocket Pies
Eat Your Heart Out made my Coconut Cake
- I laughed really hard at the Foo Fighters’ request.
- I’m pretty sure my husband would go nuts over this ice cream. Blueberry Muffins are his fave!
- Mother’s Day songs for MOM!
- 12 Things Moms Want for Mother’s Day. HAHAHA. YES.
- Have you seen this lip sync battle? It’s quite engaging.
- It’s nice to know I’m not the only person obsessed with indoor plants.
- I want my obituary to be this real/honest/funny.
- The internet is doing THIS TO MY BRAIN (and yours). I’m sorry/not sorry for this list!
- My mouth wants in on this action.
- Also…why have I forgotten about floats?! This rhubarb one looks fantastic.
- I didn’t realize DUCKFACE was a thing…but I like it now thanks to spaghetti.
- I swear…Jennifer Lawrence might be my spirit animal.
- This dude on a treadmill started my week off right.
- Caramelized Banana Sticky Buns. BANANAS!!!
- OMG. This is seriously something I would do. Ryan Gosling. Cereal. Can’t deal!
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY from the JOY THE BAKER PODCAST. This week we talk about Mother’s Day, Spring/summer fashions, blog conferences and wearing boxer shorts in public. It was the 90s.
BIG NEWS!!! TIME magazine voted SHUTTERBEAN one of the BEST 50 Websites of 2013. I am so honored/shocked! THANK YOU, TIME!! And thank you for coming here and spending time with me. I appreciate the heck out of you.
Simple Bites adapted my Coconut Cake with Berries & Cream
No Regrets Just Live made my Baked Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts
Stylish Cuisine made my Sweet Potato & Sausage Soup
Baked Good adapted my Killer Granola
Grub with Love made my Flourless Coconut Chocolate Drop Cookies
Figs in My Belly made my Sweet Peas & Shells Alfredo
Bon Appetit Hon made my Bacon Cheddar Waffles
- Life is hard, share your pain on twitter.
- Arrested Development is coming back soon!!! This will get you excited. (awkward!)
- This guy quit the internet for a year. Do you think you could do it?
- I am SOOO intrigued by these Thai Style Loaded Sweet Potatoes.
- Things No One Will Ever Tell Fat Girls… SO I WILL. This is great.
- Pinterest Ice Cream Cone Seedlings FAIL. HAHA
- 66 Behind the Scenes photos from The Empire Strikes Back. I love stuff like this.
- What a cool photo project. I love the juxtaposition of different people.
- The power of believing and BLOOD ORANGE MARGARITAS. Yeah, gurl!
- I’d love to make these napkins for outdoor entertaining this year!
- Portraits of 4 sisters over 36 years. I spent a good 15 minutes staring at these.
- Totally making these soon!
- I love bougainvillea. See above! Look! You can bring the vibrancy into your home.
- Last but not least, this video is sure to make you giggle. I should record myself sometime…
Why would I put a doughnut there? On this week’s episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy & I help a listener PROPOSE to his girlfriend. Mind blown! We also talk about doughnuts…and inappropriate doughnut usage. Also. I’m too old for trampolines.
My Bites Around the Net:
A Glass of Milk made my Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake
Happy Wifey made my Sweet Potato Sausage & Kale Soup
Idiot’s Kitchen also made my Sweet Potato Sausage & Kale Soup!
- Big cats love boxes too!! AHHHH
- Oh man…this bit on Jimmy Kimmel about Coachella had me laughing.
- There’s something so beautiful about abandoned places…
- I love anything David Sedaris has to say.
- How to open a can with only a spoon!
- Remember that Dove video from last week? This is the dude’s version. HILARIOUS.
- SUCCESS! What it looks like.
- Things you would never consider if you’re not left-handed.
- This DIY has my name all over it.
- Whoa. Sometimes I’d like to wake up to a cup of Green Eye.
- Nothing can heal the spirit like face time with someone you love. PREACH.
- Spilled Milk, a collaborative photo blog by parents has caught my eye!
- Technology Addiction. (so guilty of this)
- I’m freaking out over these pancakes!
- I couldn’t possibly think of a better way to use asparagus.
- I added the Fresh 20 Cookbook and Absolutely Avocados to my collection this week!
On the latest High Straightenance, I organized my jewelry collection! Don’t let me go into The Container Store unattended!
Friends! I’m teaching a Food Photography/Styling Class on May 18th with my friend Denise of ChezUs. If you’re looking to get some tips & tricks, I’d love to have you!
I also just wanted to thank you for all of your kind/sweet/thoughtful comments on my video post! I am so glad that you liked the video we made for Silk Soymilk. It means a lot to me to have your support so THANK YOU!
My Bites Around the Net:
Westie L.A. made my No Knead Walnut Raisin Bread
Grub with Love made my Rosemary Roasted Almonds
Cookie Chanel made my Farmstand Buttermilk Doughnuts
Noms and Notes made my Baked Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts
- This post about the pressures of social media came into my life when I really needed it.
- No one will every believe you… Oh Bill Murray!! I want my own story with you.
- Three Wishes. I love this & I can’t get enough of Helen Jane.
- My inner 12 year old was in hysterics over this ad.
- This is amazing. Makes you wonder why we have to be so hard on ourselves.
- What does your culinary journey look like? Mine starts in an Italian family….
- I smell a DIY for the type lover (in me!)
- How to juice without a juicer!
- And then…What’s it really like on a juice cleanse? Yes…so much truth here. HA
- 40 Inspiring Work Spaces of the Famously Creative!
- Gonna make these for Cooper soon. He’ll GO NUTS.
- I loved reading this post. This is how it feels to be a mom.
- You had me on Soft Batch.
- This is the kind of sandwich I crave 24/7.
- Did somebody say NACHOS??!!!
Have you listened to the new Joy the Baker Podcast this week? We talk about EXPECTATIONS. We’ve got them. You’ve got them. How dow we lower them? How do we get over the loss of our favorite culinary gardener? Can we talk about the ghosts in my old house? Oh wait…we did. Awkward as per. Go listen!
Thank you, REFINERY29 for including me on your top 13 Life Changing Food Blogs list!
My Bites Around the Net:
Mandarin & Thyme made my Pear Custard Pie
Forbidden Rice Blog made my Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Mentoring Moments adapted my Fully Loaded Granola Bars
Mod City Mag made Bacon Fried Rice
Ann Barlow made my Killer Granola.
Victoria Sponge, Pease Pudding made my Goat Cheese & Arugula Pizza
Nerd with Taste made my Apple Galette with Ginger & Pears!
- I love this 100 Rules of Dinner list!
- Please Don’t Ask Your Vegetarian Friends These Questions. (HA!)
- First I was like ooooh when I saw this recipe and then I fell over and drooled with this one.
- Do you love Roger Sterling as much as I do? Read all of his quips!
- Message Washi Tape?? Genius!
- Totally loving this Kid’s Work Space.
- AMEN to this.
- Please tell me I’m not the only one freaked out by 13 year olds these days.
- This whole email story had me doing fist pumps by the end.
- I mean….can I please lick the screen??
- I love reading what goes into a photo shoot. The creative process excites me.
- Totally “unnecessary” quotation marks. “HAHAHA”
- I seriously had this recipe up in a tab in my browser for 48 hours. Couldn’t LOOK AWAY.
- This pink lemonade bar recipe has me super duper excited for summer bbqs.
- I just ordered the Jerusalem Cookbook and Vietnamese Home Cooking to inspire me in the kitchen. I’m totally stoked!
Let’s Get Physical! On the 91st episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast we talk about going to the doctor. It gets real…awkward. We answer your questions! Talk about getting ready to show some skin this summer. CHECK IT OUT HERE.
This week on High Straightenence, I give you an update on my email merge situation. (I’m still working on it!!!)
My Bites Around the Net:
The Texan New Yorker made my Malted Waffles
Plant Based Munchies made my Shredded Rainbow Salad
I’ll Have Seconds made my Artichoke Basil Bruschetta
I’ll Have Seconds made my Kale Coconut Salad
- Who doesn’t love a little Black & White Decor Inspiration?
- Is it weird that I want to take a bite out of this soap?
- 11 things your Bartender Won’t Tell You. (I love this)
- I love this shadow puppet video.
- Jimmy Fallon’s 10 Best Late Night Moments.
- This is a really cool idea (to steal!) if you’re looking for interesting art pieces.
- Salted Caramel Pretzel Blondies. Prepare to drool!
- I crave salads like this one. WOW.
- I’m happy to have found this food blog. Totally stunning!
- Lean In? How about Standing Up Straight?!
- Drooling over this Spring Quiche.
- Baked Spaghetti is TOTALLY going on the TO-DO list. Husband will love it.
- This is one of my favorite juice combinations. EVER.
- So excited for Ashley & Gabe. This cookbook is gonna be epic.
- If you’re also a parent, this list of encouraging words is super helpful.
- Men with Cats. ‘Nuff said.
On this week’s episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy & I have a special guest!!! Deb from Smitten Kitchen joins us! We talk about bourbon, book signings and our pump songs. I might admit that I can’t live without a microwave.
My Bites Around the Net:
Snaxilicious made my Slice & Bake Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Eating Clean in a Dirty City made my Bacon Fried Rice
FOODISBOMB adapted my Apricot Coconut Energy Bars
Pale Yellow adapted my Kale Apple Grape Carrot Juice
Snaxilicious made doughnuts out of my Maple Olive Oil Banana Bread
Bread N’ Better adapted my Baked Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts
PreventionRD made Brussels Sprouts & Bacon Pizza
- I want a Cat Party!
- This guy is the cutest! I love seeing his outfits.
- Oh man. Someone buy this car. I can imagine my teenage self doing this
- This girl is at it again. Cooper wants to know why she does it. There’s no answer.
- Kids React to Grumpy Cat. It’s gets REALLY good towards the middle.
- I am insanely OBSESSED with this song. And when this song hits 2:40. WOW.
- This photo series is extremely powerful/beautiful.
- This one will get you too! Life is short, yo.
- Twitter Spelling Test. Quite hilarious.
- Hello, Amazing looking salad!
- I love reading posts about natural beauty routines.
- And I love reading truthful posts about being a mom.
- I’m kinda freaking out over these potatoes.
- These quotes are AMAZING.
- Read this & Watch the Video. I giggled so hard.
- 25 Simple Ways to Eat Better. I so need this right now.
- This happy hour hot fudge milkshake is MAJ.
A pedicure that…turned awkward and too many Spice Girls references on the latest Joy the Baker Podcast- #89 Chill Pill.
After living in our house for almost a year (CRAZY) I organized our pantry & tidied it up. Check it out.
A big THANK YOU to Babble for including me in their top 100 Mom Food Blogs list!
My Bites Around the Net:
The Organic Southern Mommy made my Cinnamon Sugar Baked Doughnuts
This Abundant Life adapted my Tuscan Ribolita.
Planning 4 Paris made my Orange Ginger Toddy
Ready to Salivate adapted my Tuscan Kale & Pecorino Salad
- Love these recipe/tips for food while traveling.
- I wish I could have witnessed this conversation.
- This succulent oasis has caught my eye. I love succulents!
- I am intrigued by this Detox Bath. Feel better, Katie! xo
- This Kale Salad is on the TO DO list.
- Life Lessons We All Need to Learn- Brene Brown (Did you watch her on Super Soul Sunday?!)
- Things Kids Today Will Never Get to Experience.
- Here’s a good laugh: Things We All Know to Universally Be True
- Cutting an Orange Like a Fancy Pants.
- I was moved by this Finding Success In Your 30s article.
- Single Serving Chocolate Chip Cookie? This is awesome/dangerous!
- The contrast in this kitchen has me swooning!
- Currently reading this book & really enjoying it.
- I’d put some coconut cream & bananas in one of these macaroon cups.
- Speaking of coconut. Look at this bread!! Gimme.
- Oh my goodness Sally Draper is sooo pretty! (Who else is excited for Mad Men?!)
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast we celebrate our 88th episode by talking about Facebook Etiquette. It gets real.
Best Friends for Frosting interviewed me on their blog! Go check it out.
My Bites Around the Net:
Cheap Recipe Blog made my Bacon Fried Rice
Mod City Mag made my Tuscan Kale & Pecorino Salad
In a Condo Far Far Away made my Maple Olive Oil Banana Bread
Culinary Colleen adapted my Angel Hair Pasta with Chile Arugula & Lemon
The Hoot Eats adapted my Bacon Fried Rice
Jaded Lovely made my Rigatoni with Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower
Snaxilicious made my Maple Olive Oil Banana Bread
- This dude. I love this dude. I want to dance with this dude.
- I spent hours researching how to patch jeans online and fell upon this video. Fascinating!
- 16 Relatively Simple Tips To Overcome Blogger Burnout.
- What’s working from home REALLY like?
- I love that Joseph Gordon Levitt is trending.
- Organizing porn!!! I want pull out laundry baskets!
- Also, while you’re on whoorl, DRESSES!!! I want them all!
- You had me at whiskey soaked raisins.
- I want this sorbet like nobody’s business.
- Why there’s just no substitute for paper….
- I’m in love with this fireplace.
- THIS BLT. THIS BLT. OMG THIS BLT (sans mayo of course!)
- This is the reason why Casey and I keep saying Moet Chandon at home all day long.
- I enjoyed Erin’s update on slowing down. I like her thoughts on priorities.
- Celebrities looking like real people. HAHAHA.
- I should totally keep mylar balloons in my car….
A-PARENT-LY! On episode #87 on the Joy the Baker Podcast, we real talk thinking about having kids. We take your questions, talk about gluten free websites, and how to deal with creepy dudes hitting on you.
I’m starting to merge my Gmail account!!! If you want to tackle your inbox too, I’ll let you in on my process. Here’s part one!
My Bites Around the Net:
Sincerely, Erin made my Cheddar Cheese Bread
Chasing Capers made my Espresso Glazed Doughnuts.
The Sweet Life adapted my Dark Chocolate Doughnuts
TypeBea made my Peppery Chicken Wings.
What 2 Cook made my Sour Cream Chocolate Bundt Cake.
Forbidden Rice Blog adapted my Maple Olive Oil Banana Bread into muffins!
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