Snack Happy (& Healthy)!

Today is day one of my paleo diet. Expect some delicious recipes from me in the future as I learn and figure out what I’m doing!

Check out my snack after work today. Yum!



Spinach, Eggs, and Happy Beets

To prepare the bed of green yumminess, I sautéed one cup of baby spinach with a teaspoon of virgin coconut oil. The eggs were simple! I kept it easy with pure, boxed egg whites, seasoned with light salt and pepper. The baby beets are by Melissa’s and come peeled and ready to eat :). The ingredients I used were organic… and, oh, so delicious! (This snack was only 83 calories.)

Another way to try this dish is to omit the egg whites and use a whole egg instead. Prepare them as over-easy or over-medium. With your first bite, the golden yolk will melt into the rest of your disk and serve as a decadent, all natural sauce! 

If you’re looking for a meal, instead of a snack, double (or triple) the recipe above :). I’m thinking that next time, I will forego the coconut oil, and will steam my baby spinach instead!

Happy eating! ❤️

LucaLove



Bright, fun, and lively, these bracelets will accessorize perfectly with any outfit! They are constructed with simple materials and delicate beads by Colombian women. Though they be simple, they’re fierce! 😉

“LucaLove sells unique handcrafted bracelets and accessories. When you purchase our handmade bracelets you are providing an opportunity of employment to women who struggle to support themselves and their families in Colombia. Each bracelet sold also helps fund our charity projects involving low-income families and individuals.”

My package arrived last week and I was SO excited to tear into it. I had to take a breath and calm down! The envelope I received was very “au-natural,” in a brown paper envelope. Inside, I found a small package wrapped in a beautiful light teal tissue. Beneath the tissue, small burlap bag with beaded drawstring was nestled. With my package, Paulina from LucaLove, included a very sweet note for me. Also included, was more more information about LucaLove and how they assist Colombian women.



The designs I received from LucaLove are simple, unique, and timeless. Over last week, I’ve received multiple compliments on my beautiful bracelets! The bracelet that has gotten the most attention on my wrist has been my red Autism Awareness bracelet. 

I paired it with another LucaLove bracelet with pops of blue and red to complement it.

I like LucaLove bracelets because they’re adjustable with a drawstring. I can adjust my bracelets to be as tight or as loose as I want them to be. Another reason why I love them so much is because their cost makes it so easy to stay stylish. The majority of their bracelets cosh between $6-8 dollars each! How could you say no at that price? They offer free shipping with all orders over $15. See? Now you REALLY can’t say no!



The bracelets I received with my order are shown below with their link to the LucaLove website – 



Ahva ($6.00)



Adalia ($6.00)



Barú ($7.00)



Autism Awareness ($8.00)





I will soon be ordering a few more of these gorgeous bracelets! 

Do you have a favorite design?

Summer Sandals

Summer is almost here, so whip out your sandals… Or go out and buy some new ones! For me, Summer sandals are not only about fashion, but also comfort, too! I’m super picky about how shoes fit, and am easily bothered by uncomfortable shoes. Here are some of my favorites this year from Target:



Price $26.99$26.99

Virginia Embellished Thong Sandals



$29.99

Reagan Embellished Sandals





$22.99

Tameka Elastic Quarter Strap Sandals



$19.99

Lakitia Embellished Sandals



Price $22.99$22.99

Belinda Embellished Sandals

Hairspiration

As I sit here, with my head covered in aluminum foil under a dryer, I’m wondering who other people consider to be their go-to celebs for hairstyles and colors. I have a few I’m currently trying to embody for the warmer, summer months! If you’re unsure of which celeb’s hair you should keep an eye on for styles and colors for yourself, ask your stylist for suggestions based on your skin tone, hair type, and hair color. 

Jessica Alba

Her honey shades have me drooling. Her tresses are so manicured, yet seem so effortless. I can search her name to see nearly any style I’m interested in… Long bob, curly hair, highlights, ombre, balayage!

Mariska Hargitay

I can count on her for flawless, classic honey/ashy blonde highlights. She and I both lean toward more neutral honey shades. 



Mila Kunis

She is, in my opinion, a great person to look into when you’re interested in finding an “edgy” classic. Her shades are usually very neutral and her cuts very classic.





This summer, lighten your natural shade to a more golden, sun-kissed tone. You can thank me later :). 

Here’s what I ended up with!



Thank you to Elham and Laura of Visible Changes in West Oaks Mall! These two ladies are truly talented and are officially MY hairstylists. I’ve never been able to say that before… It eels great!

Itchy Face Update… I Just HAVE to Share!

LOOK AT MY FACE!

My Greek yogurt & raw honey mask is working! The itchy, red irritation bumps on my face are already going away! 

Look! Look! Look!



Soothe Irritated Skin with Greek Yogurt & Honey

My skin is sensitive and is easily irritated by waxing. After getting waxed, my face often develops a few red, itchy irritation bumps that go away by the end of the day. Lately, however, my skin is even more irritable than usual. Instead of a few bumps, my face now becomes covered with irritation bumps. And instead of staying put for a day or two, they now stuck around for weeks at a time! 



After much Googling, I decided to try a homemade Greek yogurt and honey mask to soothe my red, irritated skin. 



Ingredients:

2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (It’s important to use Greek yogurt because the consistency is much thicker than traditional yogurt.)

1 teaspoon raw, unfiltered honey

Directions: Mix two tablespoons of plain Greek yogurt and 1 teaspoon of raw, unfiltered honey into a small container. Mix the two together until the honey is evenly incorporated into the yogurt. Evenly spread the mixture onto your face using clean hands or spoon. Allow the mixture to set for 15-20 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water, and pat dry.



This mask is so natural, that you can snack on the leftovers ;). 



Immediately upon applying the yogurt honey mask to my face, my skin felt soothed. My face went from hot and itchy to cool and calm in seconds!

The probiotics in the yogurt work to calm and soften the skin, while the honey has natural antioxidant properties that help to soothe irritation. 



Once you’ve washed the mask off of your face, you may then apply hydrocortisone to further calm your irritated skin, if you feel the need, or just apply your favorite moisturizer. 

You can tell that my irritation has been calmed quite a bit, by the photos above. The bumps haven’t gone away completely, but they are much less bothersome. I will continue to apply this mask to my face twice a day for the next few days, or until the irritation is completely gone. I’m really hoping that this mask will aid me in getting rid of the hideous bumps all over my face! Wish me luck! 

What treatments work for your skin to get rid of irrational bumps?