tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-59874092444466149522024-03-14T02:40:16.296-07:00Tickle My FancyA place to discuss style, relationships, art, and life's beautiful moments. Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.comBlogger1368125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-84417049049636224282015-05-26T07:00:00.000-07:002015-05-26T07:00:02.819-07:00Livy's 1st Birthday PartyHi dolls, how are ya? Coming off of a fab-o weekend I hope!<br />
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<a href="http://www.fancylauren.blogspot.com/2015/05/baby-girls-1st-year.html" target="_blank">Like I mentioned</a>, our darling girl turned one whole year old a few weeks ago. To celebrate, we threw a small party at <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/palisades-park-santa-monica" target="_blank">Palisades Park</a> in Santa Monica. Here are a few photos if you'd like to see:<br />
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It was a really special afternoon. I was so pleased with the way it all turned out. Big thanks to our friends and family who took the day to celebrate this happy milestone for our little family with us. It truly takes a village and we are so grateful for ours.<br />
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Balloons: <a href="http://www.ballooncelebrations.com/" target="_blank">Balloon Celebrations</a><br />
Cake: <a href="http://www.vanillabakeshop.com/" target="_blank">Vanilla Bake Shop</a><br />
Cake Topper: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlushBazaar" target="_blank">Blush Bazaar</a><br />
Cup Cake Toppers: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/chiarabelle" target="_blank">chiarabelle</a><br />
Crown: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/littleblueolive" target="_blank">Little Blue Olive</a><br />
Design & Florals: your's truly<br />
Food: My mom, sister, and I<br />
Photography: <a href="http://www.laroussephoto.com/" target="_blank">La Rousse Photo</a><br />
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Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-464305869849033452015-05-13T07:30:00.000-07:002015-05-18T08:59:48.850-07:00Baby Girl's 1st YearIt's truly amazing how much a tiny human changes over the course of their first year. Case in point, little Livy's monthly transformation.<br />
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Gah! Isn't she the best? Less my little baby and more my little girl every day.<br />
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Oh hi there! It's been a while. I missed you all and I missed this space. It's been a bit of a whirlwind since I last checked in here six months ago <i>(what?!)</i>. I'm actually not sure where to start, so I'm just going to jump in.<br />
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There've been two major updates in the last few months: we moved from SF to LA and our little girl turned one (again, <i>what?!</i>).<br />
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Yep, we left our beloved city by the bay -- sadly, another family pushed out of San Francisco by the totally inflated cost of living -- for sunny southern California. Although I miss San Francisco something awful, moving to LA is like coming home for me. I grew up down here and there were parts of southern California that I <b>really</b> missed, the lifestyle is actually pretty awesome, especially if you like the beach, hiking, and saying "like" a lot, all of which I do. We're closer to family here, and the hubs got a great job to boot. Still, it's a very different lifestyle <i>(hello, driving)</i> and were still adjusting. But it's good, it's a new adventure. :-)<br />
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Part of that adventure was our baby girl turning one! <i>Ahh! So crazy.</i> We survived our first year of parenthood. This past year has been the most beautiful blur, and I think I'm still processing everything that's happened. This is a significant chapter in our lives, it's a time for slowing down, for sacrifices, for loving (and being loved) more deeply than ever before. It's hard to see it all clearly through the bleary haze of permeant sleep deprivation, and we're still in the middle of it. Still, one is a milestone, something to celebrate.<br />
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Anyway, that's my news. How are you all?<br />
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I'm still working on balancing this whole mom thing with, well, everything else, but I think I'm getting the hang of it and am going to try and make more of an effort to nurture this space.<br />
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Talk soon? Cool.<br />
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<br />Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-37982227696538474712014-10-21T07:30:00.000-07:002015-05-12T23:42:28.084-07:00PUMPKIN FRENCH TOASTFall is officially upon us, and you know what that means:<i><b> it's <a href="http://www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/its-decorative-gourd-season-motherfuckers">decorative gourd season motherfuckers</a>!</b></i> In that vein, how about trying this tasty pumpkin inspired breakfast. Mmm ... I can't think of anything better on a crisp autumn morning.<br />
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<i>via the <a href="http://minimalistbaker.com/" target="_blank">minimalist baker</a></i><br />
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Make the night before for an easy, early-morning preparation.<br />
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INGREDIENTS<br />
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<li>5 1/2 - 7 1/2 cups 1-inch bread cubes <i>(I like challah)</i></li>
<li>7 large eggs</li>
<li>2 cups milk </li>
<li>1 tsp vanilla extract</li>
<li>1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice</li>
<li>1/4 cup pumpkin BUTTER<i> (or 1/2 cup pumpkin puree)</i></li>
<li>3-4 tablespoons brown sugar for topping</li>
<li>nuts, like pecan or walnuts <i>(optional)</i></li>
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<li>Cut bread into 1-inch cubes. Just use enough slice to fill a lightly greased 9x13 baking dish.</li>
<li>In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, pumpkin butter and pie spice until well combined. Pour over bread and push down with a spoon or your hands until it's all soaked and mostly covered. Cover and refrigerate overnight.</li>
<li>In the morning, preheat oven to 350 degrees, uncover and top with brown sugar, additional pumpkin pie spice and nuts <i>(optional)</i>. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and no longer wet.</li>
<li>Serve immediately with maple syrup, honey or agave nectar. </li>
<li>Store leftovers in the refrigerator covered for up to four days.</li>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Calories: 122 Fat: 4 g Carbohydrates: 13.7 g Sugar: 7.4 gSodium: 145 mg Fiber: 1.3 g Protein: 7.8 g</span><br />
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Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-17236819625155259202014-09-30T07:00:00.000-07:002014-10-20T21:02:52.572-07:00coconut vanilla body butterIf you've been here before, then you know that I love my coconut oil - especially making things with said coconut oil <i>(see <a href="http://fancylauren.blogspot.com/2013/01/tuesdays-tips-tricks_29.html" target="_blank">1</a> & <a href="http://fancylauren.blogspot.com/2012/06/diy-coconut-rose-body-sccrub.html" target="_blank">2</a> for starters)</i>. Something you might not know is that I also have a sweet spot for vanilla<i> (get it? ha!)</i>. So when I found <a href="http://www.mylifeatplaytime.com/home/2013/10/30/homemade-coconut-vanilla-body-butter" target="_blank">this recipe</a> for coconut vanilla body butter I had to share.<br />
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<i>via <a href="http://www.mylifeatplaytime.com/" target="_blank">my life at playtime</a></i><br />
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<li>You only need a jar coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a container <i>(or containers if you're making this for gifts or party favors)</i></li>
<li>Scoop the full jar of coconut oil into a stand mixer or mixing bowl</li>
<li>Mix on high <i>(in a stand mixer or via a handheld)</i> for 2-4 minutes, then add a capful of vanilla extract, be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl every now and then</li>
<li>Mix on high for another 2-4 minutes, scraping the sides as needed</li>
<li>The mix will be nice and fluffy when you're done, like a rich lotion </li>
<li>Transfer to container(s)</li>
<li>You can even print cute little labels if you're so inclined</li>
<li>Enjoy!</li>
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<i><b>NOTE: </b>This will work with any extract or essential oil of your choice, peppermint or lavender maybe? Also, if you're making a large batch, use one capful of extract for every jar of coconut oil used. </i><br />
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Such a good reminder - when you're sure of yourself, there's no need to shout.<br />
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Hitchhiker's new music video: Eleven. Crazy and amazing. </div>
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<br />Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-14840296748085805352014-09-12T07:30:00.000-07:002014-09-22T08:43:37.176-07:00Cheers! It may be September, but summer ain't over yet - there's still time for one last float.<br />
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<li>1 pint of dark chocolate ice cream</li>
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Enjoy!</div>
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They practically make themselves.<br />
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Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-13935621294110085822014-09-10T07:30:00.000-07:002014-09-10T07:30:00.839-07:00Livy at Four Months<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My baby is four months old. <b><i>Four!</i></b> These have been the fastest<i> (and sweetest)</i> four months of my life. It's true what they say, the days are long but the years, they are short. I remind myself of that on especially trying days - someday you will miss this. She'll never be this little again, and you will miss this. It's an odd thing to feel nostalgic for a moment as you live it. I guess that's something every mommy ever has struggled with.<br />
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I'm just trying to drink her in. Her warm milky baby breath on my neck, the delicious weight of her body as I carry her to bed, the way she melts into my shoulder when I pick her up, her bright blue eyes and they way they follow me where ever I go, how fuzzy her little coconut head is ... I am truly smitten by this little lady. I don't even mind her poop that much<i> (but we haven't started solids yet, so check back with me on that one in a few months)</i>.<br />
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At four months, Livy is <u><b>so</b></u> alert and very social. She loves going on walks, and prefers to sit <a href="http://instagram.com/p/sYLJQcjSam/?modal=true" target="_blank">front facing in our Stokke carrier</a> now. She is an observer, quietly taking it all in until we're alone together, then she coos and squeals, telling me about everything she saw and what she thought about it. She can reach for and grasp a toy or lovie, and pull herself up to a seated position with help. She's rolled over once, but it would seem that for now, once was enough. She smiles and giggles, and wakes up in such a good mood - all big baby blues and toothless grins. She has such a sweet disposition, but there is determination there too. She knows what she likes, namely nursing, singing, cuddling, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Very-Hungry-Caterpillar-Eric-Carle/dp/0399226907" target="_blank"><i>The Very Hungry Caterpillar</i></a>, <a href="http://www.allmodern.com/Cariboo-Activity-Gym-USPG0X-L740-K~RIB1009.html?refid=GX46109959756-RIB1009_7302089&device=c&ptid=75696140340&pptid=75696140340&PiID%5B%5D=7302089&gclid=COaHo7-t08ACFYhefgodqz4ANg" target="_blank">her baby gym</a>, her <a href="http://www.applepark.com/organic-plush-farm-buddies/belle-the-cow-blankie.html" target="_blank">lovie</a>, her daddy, and me - most of all.<br />
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Babies don't stay babies for long enough, and I can't believe mine is already four months along. My sweet girl, I love you more than words can say.<br />
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<br />Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-21179908311062569442014-09-09T07:00:00.000-07:002014-09-09T07:00:01.188-07:00Current Beauty Indulgences<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Since becoming a mama, I've really started to hold my daily <i>(fingers crossed)</i> shower as sacred. It's basically the only "me" time I get these days. So I decided to invest in some indulgent products to make the whole thang that much more of an escape.<br />
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I've always been careful to choose healthy products with safe ingredients, but I've definitely stepped it up since my pregnancy. Even now, while I'm breast feeding, everything I consume or put on my body gets passed to my baby girl so I want to take extra care to make healthful choices for the both of us.<br />
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So I went on a search for indulgent and healthy products, and I've made a few discoveries.<br />
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<a href="http://nourishorganic.com/collections/body/products/organic-body-wash" target="_blank">Nourish Organics Almond Vanilla Body Wash</a>: this smells so divine, the blend of aloe, coconut milk, vitamin e, and essential oils is truly soothing, and yes, nourishing. <br />
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<a href="http://www.pacificabeauty.com/body/kona-coffee-sugar-detox-whole-body-scrub?id=317" target="_blank">Pacifica Kona Coffee Body Scrub</a>: I'm still a fan of making my <a href="http://fancylauren.blogspot.com/2013/01/tuesdays-tips-tricks_29.html" target="_blank">own scrubs</a>, but every now and then it's nice to buy a special one. This scrub exfoliates and stimulates to really improve the texture of your skin, leaving you almost as soft and smooth as your baby.<br />
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<a href="http://www.aveda.com/products/5249/Collections/ShampureTM/index.tmpl?cm_mmc=-_-ENG_ENG%7cHair%20Care%7cBrand%20Product%7cExact%7cPC-_-Hair%20Care%7cX%7cShampure%7cX%7cX%7cSEA%7cOK-_-aveda%20shampure" target="_blank">Aveda Shampure</a> Shampoo and Conditioner: let's face it, this stuff works. My hair is soft and bouncy, plus you can't beat the herbaceous lingering smell.<br />
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<a href="http://www.burtsbees.com/Baby-Bee-Nourishing-Lotion---Original/VM-01010-00,default,pd.html?cgid=babyMoisturizers&start=2&q=#start=2" target="_blank">Baby Bee Nourishing Lotion</a>: I use plain old straight up coconut oil on my baby <i>(it moisturizes and makes her smell so yummy)</i>, but I was gifted some of this lotion so ... I'm using it. :-) It's silky, highly moisturizing, leaves a nice light sent, and I know it's completely safe for my baby cakes. It's nice not to have to worry about holding her after applying it.<br />
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In terms of facial skin care - I'm still faithful to the basic outline of the <a href="http://fancylauren.blogspot.com/2012/01/am-routine.html" target="_blank">AM</a> and <a href="http://fancylauren.blogspot.com/2012/01/pm-routine.html" target="_blank">PM</a> routines, but am really digging the <a href="http://www.korresusa.com/" target="_blank">Korres products</a>, especially the <a href="http://www.korresusa.com/default.aspx?page_id=45" target="_blank">Wild Rose Serum</a>, these days.<br />
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Are there any indulgent products you're enjoying at the moment? Also, if you ever want to check on the safety of your products you can do a search on the <a href="http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/" target="_blank">Skin Deep Data Base</a> - it's a great resource.<br />
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Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-81443100186831046952014-08-25T07:00:00.000-07:002014-09-08T21:51:31.496-07:00New Mama StyleWhen you're a new mommy, dressing yourself - heck, showering - is a feat in and of itself, never mind dressing stylishly. Plus, how do you redefine your style after months of maternity clothes? Even those with killer maternity style probably still weren't dressing like their pre-pregnancy selves. So how do you get back there? How do you dress to feel like "you" again and accommodate your new roles as mommy? How are mommies meant to dress anyway?<br />
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Honestly, I have no idea. The first few weeks after baby girl was born I just wore yoga pants and maternity tops. Slowly I started to fit back into my old clothes and started rediscovering past faves. I started to notice the moms who's style I thought was "cute" and took copious mental notes, I'm still doing this actually. I started to gravitate toward basics and classics, comfort and easy boob access<i> (you know, because nursing) </i>became keys for me. I'm still figuring out what my "mom style" is - what fits my life now and still makes me feel attractive - somedays I do better than others. I wear a lot of tee shirts. The outfit above is quickly becoming my uniform. Skinny jeans<i> (leggings around the house - let's be real)</i>, a soft v neck <i>(I love the shirts from <a href="http://www.marinelayer.com/" target="_blank">Marine Layer</a>)</i>, cute flats <i>(<a href="http://www.vans.com/shop/shoes-classics-authentic" target="_blank">Vans</a> or <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/category.jsp?id=W_SHOES_ALLSHOES_SANDALS&facet_selected=category" target="_blank">strappy sandals</a>)</i>, <a href="http://www.dvf.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-DvF_US-Site/default/Home-Page" target="_blank">sunnies</a>, a <a href="http://www.katespade.com/designer-handbags-baby-bags/ks-handbags-baby-bags,en_US,sc.html" target="_blank">cute bag</a>, <a href="http://www.smashbox.com/products/6123/Lips/Lip-Gloss/index.tmpl" target="_blank">lipgloss</a> to make you look awake even if you don't feel it, and of course a sling for ze bebe <i>(the <a href="http://www.sakurabloom.com/" target="_blank">Sakura Bloom</a> - pictured - or the <a href="http://www.stokke.com/USA/en-US/baby-carriers/stokke-mycarrier/2393.html?gclid=COzSmY2-rcACFZSFfgodm2YAeQ" target="_blank">Stokke carrier</a> - not pictured) </i>and a little outfit from <a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/subDivision.do?cid=6487&mlink=39813,8073183,MainNav_Baby&clink=8073183" target="_blank">Baby GAP</a>.<br />
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Unfortunately, a lady cannot live in v necks alone. So here's an outfit fro when I need to step it up a notch (our anniversary day trip to wine country for instance). A bright and floaty sundress, a <a href="http://www.ae.com/women-aeo-chambray-shirt-medium-wash/web/s-prod/1354_6227_936" target="_blank">chambray</a> shirt, <a href="https://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/SHOESANDBOOTS/skimmersflats.jsp" target="_blank">cute flats</a>, a dressy bag <i>(<a href="http://www.marcjacobs.com/marc-by-marc-jacobs/womens/bags-and-wallets/" target="_blank">Marc by Marc Jacobs</a> from a few seasons ago)</i>, sunnies, lip gloss, and of course a sling for ze bebe and a little outfit from <a href="http://peekkids.com/sale/shop/view-all?gclid=CMe79pzTrcACFcRffgodaBoA_Q" target="_blank">peek kids</a>. <br />
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I'll probably never be back 100% to my pre-pregnancy self style wise, but that's okay - I'm figuring out this new me.<br />
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Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-29453971799690896722014-08-22T16:51:00.003-07:002014-08-24T22:17:48.341-07:00Better days ...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Happy weekend, dolls!<br />
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Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-42275057352091784062014-08-19T07:30:00.000-07:002014-08-22T16:49:31.594-07:00lactation cookies<div>
Yes, lactation cookies -this is a thing. Lactation cookies are chocked full of “galactagogues,” foods that promote or increase the flow of mother’s milk, also they're yummy. There are a few kinds of boobie milk cookies on the market, but why buy what you can easily make? Plus the recipe below<i> (via <a href="http://www.mamanatural.com/lactation-cookie-recipe/" target="_blank">Mama Natural</a>)</i> is especially healthy, full of organic good stuff, so there is zero guilt. </div>
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Whip up a batch of these bad boys and enjoy some milk and cookies - <i>literally</i>. </div>
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<li>2 cups organic rolled oats</li>
<li>1/2 cup organic coconut sugar</li>
<li>1/4 cup <a href="http://amzn.to/1iQ5FnM">tapioca flour</a><i> (can use <a href="http://amzn.to/1q6XebJ">organic cornstarch</a> or <a href="http://amzn.to/1sbo7Jc">arrowroot flour</a>)</i></li>
<li>1/4 cup nutritional yeast flakes</li>
<li>1 TB fennel seed, ground <i>(can replace with flax seeds)</i></li>
<li>1 tsp. baking powder</li>
<li>1/2 tsp. baking soda</li>
<li>1/2 tsp. sea salt</li>
<li>1/2 cup <a href="http://amzn.to/1idlSSD">almond butter</a> <i>(can replace with sunflower or tahini if allergic to tree nuts)</i></li>
<li>1/4 cup, plus 2 TB coconut oil, melted</li>
<li>2 eggs <i>(can replace with chia seed or other egg replacement)</i></li>
<li>2 TB raw honey </li>
<li>1/2 tsp. <a href="http://amzn.to/1iiniqt">organic vanilla extract</a><i> (can use almond or orange as well)</i></li>
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<li>Pre-heat oven at 350 degrees fahrenheit.</li>
<li>Put your 2 cups of rolled oats into a high speed blender or food processor. Blend until the oats are a flour-like consistency.</li>
<li>Measure out 1 TB of fennel seeds and grind in coffee grinder or with mortal and pestle until fine powder.</li>
<li>Put dry ingredients into large bowl and mix.</li>
<li>In a smaller bowl, put your almond butter, melted coconut oil, honey, eggs and vanilla extract. Mix well.</li>
<li>Pour the contents of smaller bowl into the dry ingredient bowl. Mix well with spoon or clean hands.</li>
<li>Grease a cookie sheet with coconut oil. Form small flat balls, about the circumference of a silver dollar. </li>
<li>Bake cookies in oven for 15-20 minutes. Check for slightest browning on outside of cookie. Take out and transfer cookies to a cooling rack. </li>
<li>Enjoy warm, or let cookies cool to room temperature. </li>
<li>Eat up and let it flow. </li>
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This arrangement makes me happy every time I walk into the kitchen. Just a simple mix of white spider mums and a bouquet filler mix from Whole Foods. So simple, but it looks totally professional, no?<br />
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Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-25612331775459449122014-08-01T07:30:00.000-07:002014-08-01T07:30:02.333-07:00Cheers!it's friday, dolls! I think you deserve a drink.<br />
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<b><a href="http://ahouseinthehills.com/2014/07/17/boozy-watermelon-coconut-refresher/" target="_blank">Watermelon Coconut Refresher</a> </b><br />
<i>via <a href="http://ahouseinthehills.com/" target="_blank">A House in the Hills</a></i><br />
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INGREDIENTS<br />
<ul>
<li>2 full cups watermelon, cubed</li>
<li>12 oz coconut water</li>
<li>6 ounces tequila</li>
<li>2 limes, cut into wedges</li>
<li>1/2 lime cut into wheels</li>
<li>sugar</li>
<li>simple syrup</li>
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<li>Place watermelon cubes in blender, pulse 5-10 seconds until pureed, set aside.</li>
<li>In a large shaker muddle, coconut water and lime wedges.</li>
<li>Add ice and tequila to shaker, shake for 10-20 seconds.</li>
<li>Pour simple syrup and sugar onto two separate small plates.</li>
<li>Dip rim of glass in simple syrup and then into sugar to make sugar rim. Repeat for all glasses.</li>
<li>Fill glasses with ice.</li>
<li>Strain contents of shaker evenly into glasses.</li>
<li>Fill remainder of glass with watermelon puree, stir gently.</li>
<li>Garnish with a lime wheel.</li>
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<li>1 cup of cubed watermelon makes just under 1 cup watermelon puree.</li>
<li>Additional simple syrup may be used to sweeten cocktail as desired.</li>
<li>There may be additional watermelon puree depending on size of glassware used.</li>
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The <i><a href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/product/view/gimme-brow" target="_blank">Gimme Brow</a></i> is a tinted brow gel and volumizer that fills in sparse areas and tames unruly hairs. Just a few quick swipes and your brows are neat and full -- it's almost too easy.<br />
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The <i><a href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/product/view/theyre-real-push-up-liner" target="_blank">They're Real Push Up Gel Liner</a></i> is a gel liner ... PEN! Game changer. The liner goes on as easily as a pencil but it's gel. So you get the pigment and the staying power without having to mess with a pot and a brush.<br />
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Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-60245540907751144672014-07-24T07:30:00.000-07:002014-07-30T20:28:06.294-07:00Third TrimesterBefore I completely forget about pregnancy in the haze of new mommy-hood, I thought I'd better share my third trimester must haves.<i> (See <a href="http://fancylauren.blogspot.com/2013/11/first-trimester.html" target="_blank">first trimester</a> and <a href="http://fancylauren.blogspot.com/2014/04/second-trimester.html" target="_blank">second trimester</a> must haves as well.)</i> I enjoyed my third trimester, yes you're a big as a boat, and yes, super worn out, but ... you're baby's almost here! What's more exciting than that?<br />
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By the time your third trimester rolls around you'll probably already have all the pregnancy products you need, aside from maybe buying bigger maternity pants, and will be beginning to shift your buying focus to baby products <i>(a different post entirely)</i> and nesting, but there are still a few pregnancy related activities to tackle.<br />
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Your bump should be super obvious by now - so cute! To care for it I continued the body scrub + vitamin E combo until the bitter end <i>(actually, post pregnancy this continues to be a part of my grooming routine)</i> and got though pregnancy stretch mark free. I also kept up with my <a href="http://tracyandersonmethod.com/interspire/products.php?product=Tracy-Anderson%3A-The-Pregnancy-Project" target="_blank">Tracy Anderson workouts</a> <i>(when I had the energy)</i> and did a ton of walking. I actually walked to and from dinner just a few hours before starting labor. Staying active really helps get your body ready for labor and makes "bouncing back" to your pre-pregnancy shape SO much easier. Not that you can't indulge a craving or two as well - I totally ate my fair share of cookies, ice cream, and pizza.<br />
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This is also a good time to take <a href="http://fancylauren.blogspot.com/2014/02/maternity-shoot.html" target="_blank">maternity photos</a>. The 7th or 8th month are ideal - you want an obvious bump but don't want to feel too huge. I'd also recommend taking sometime to pamper yourself before the baby arrives - get your hair and nails did, get a massage <i>(or five, seriously they are the best when you're knocked up)</i>, and hire someone to come and clean your home <i>(yes, I consider that pampering yourself)</i>. Anything you need to do to relax and recharge, get your "me time" in now.<br />
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This is also the time to start preparing for the birth. If this is your first baby, definitely take a birthing class with your partner. No doubt your doctor's office will offer classes, but I think it's also good to take a class from an independent instructor as well, like a midwife, to get a well rounded perspective. If you're in San Francisco, the classes at <a href="http://www.carmelblue.com/" target="_blank">Carmel Blue</a> are fantastic. After your classes, talk with your partner and put together your birth plan. Make sure you give a copy to your doctor, put a copy in your hospital bag, and give copies to anyone who is planing to be present at the birth <i>(like your mom)</i>. You want to make sure your wishes are widely know and that you have people to advocate for you if you are unable to advocate for yourself.<br />
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You'll also want to pack your hospital bag when you're getting closer to d-day. I packed mine a few weeks before the due date and was so glad I did when I went into labor early. The hospital will have basically everything you need, but it is nice to have cute socks and a robe to change into after your baby has arrived, your toiletries, phone chargers and/or camera, an outfit to wear home <i>(for you and the baby),</i> and anything else your birth plan calls for<i> (music, massage oils, etc)</i>. But don't stress too much about it, your partner or a family member can always run out and grab anything you need.<br />
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Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-60122353245110106172014-07-07T07:00:00.000-07:002014-07-07T07:00:05.445-07:00Mantra<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lauren Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00463492210950577750noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5987409244446614952.post-8190274182011354482014-07-04T07:30:00.000-07:002014-07-06T21:46:40.269-07:00Happy 4th of July WeekendHappy Weekend dolls - Happy 4th! Are you celebrating this year? We are planning to stay close to home and keep it a bit more low key than we have on the past <i>(no speed boats and boxes of wine this year)</i>. If the weather cooperates, I'm hoping to get in some quality park time with baby girl, maybe we'll take a long walk or two, and stop into a BBQ as well. We shall see. :-)<br />
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In any case, I hope you have a very happy <i>(and safe) </i>holiday weekend. xoxo.</div>
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Is <a href="http://joannagoddard.blogspot.com/2014/06/the-key-to-good-marriage.html" target="_blank">this</a> the key to a good marriage?</div>
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San Francisco: <a href="http://sfist.com/2014/06/30/an_open_letter_to_two_new_york_time.php" target="_blank">some people just don't get it</a>.</div>
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I can't wait to see <a href="http://www.nylonmag.com/articles/the-skeleton-twins-movie" target="_blank">this movie</a>.</div>
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I might need <a href="http://kittyo.com/" target="_blank">this</a> for the kitties.</div>
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Ever wonder what your <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2011/07/31/books/review/macnaughton.html?_r=2&" target="_blank">favorite writers snacked on</a>?</div>
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Plus, the <a href="https://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/PackingLists_sm.jsp?srcCode=AFFI00001&siteId=MBK8Lt5asE8-l0KizDU9T7XW1doWdltjgQ#/1" target="_blank">perfect packing list</a>.</div>
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