Author: amandamacyhall

girl crush

March 9, 2012

Every girl has ’em. Here is mine for today…….the fabulous, fit, funny & feminine Ms Kelly Ripa! Great style! I will be copying the following outfits {in my Hopes & Dreams…} work wear dinner & drinks summer party bridal shower!!! out for drinks for all of the fabulous events I don’t go to. And possibly the … More girl crush

kony 2012

March 8, 2012

_________________march 9th i spent last night doing some reading on this issue and Invisible Children’s plan to resolve it. I’d rather not say how I feel about all of it- but I do think the video is worth watching. If nothing else, the little boy {Gavin} is adorable!!!! {Hopes & Dreams!}_________________watch this video http://www.kony2012.com stop at … More kony 2012

sweet attack

March 7, 2012

Sweet Attack I’ve never had a strong sweet tooth, but I can’t say that I don’t crave some sugar from time to time. When the late night sugar surge strikes…I combat with this #EatClean tasty treat: Fig & Almond Cottage Cheese 2 Scoops of cottage cheese 3 quartered dried figs Pinch of sliced almonds Shake of … More sweet attack

planning session

March 7, 2012

I’m a big girl now. The parents came over Monday night for a wedding planning session and…. I made dinner! I know, I cook dinner all the time. But that is just for Josh. And that kid will eat just about anything. So this was more of a test. Almond Crusted Tilapia I got to use my … More planning session

myths debunked

March 6, 2012

Not sure if it is selective perception or the onset of bikini season, but I see weight-loss tips, tricks and secrets everywhere I turn. How do you know what to believe? Stick with reliable websites and double-check all resources. Everyone seems to have their own take on science and health..so caveat emptor….Speaking of… I love when … More myths debunked

blended & roasted

March 5, 2012

Food is my favorite. They say looking great {and being healthy!} is 80% diet. I have fully taken on this idea, and lucky for you {uhh} I have chosen to document my every bite. Every single day begins with a fresh smoothie.  The contents are almost always different but follow the same basic formula.  1 … More blended & roasted

monday randomness

March 5, 2012

Did you have a good weekend? I sure did- enjoyed good friends, good food and good weather. Some Monday morning randomness…{pics from last week} Our March market begins next weekend and showrooms are changing up their displays and windows…I just love this bedding {Codarus Showroom} Me and my handsome fiance Saturday night The latest decor addition … More monday randomness

read up

February 28, 2012

I’m turning into a hippie… an educated hippie though Click for a wonderful list of food books from NourishLife.org  Currently reading: I know I already told you this… But it is really great! Josh is currently reading Michael Pollan’s latest title Food Rules.  On our/my summer reading list: I am sure it is racy, I … More read up

the celeb life

February 27, 2012

I was bad this weekend…burger, drinks, chips & salsa, tater tots….eek. But it’s a new week which gives me a refreshed opportunity to have a successful healthy week.Awards season tends to help with the motivation as well. Each Sunday skinny mini little fit and fashionable stars flash across the red carpet…and I am inspired!Oh to have … More the celeb life

stripe on

February 24, 2012

Went on a mini shopping trip with the girls today at lunch and it really hit me how predictable I am. Stripes. Navy. White. Solid colors. Bright colors. Stripes. Stripes. Stripes. Predictable. And I love it 🙂 Things “Predictable-Amanda” would buy and I would pair this with a white tee and jeans. really shaking it up 🙂 … More stripe on

workout wear

February 22, 2012

They say putting on your shoes is half the battle. I say the whole dang outfit is half the battle. Workout clothes are tricky. Can’t be too tight, too loose, too bright, too boring, too expensive, too cheap. It’s a hard shopping world to navigate. These are some of my favorites:  Under Armour UA Duplicity Sporty Bra … More workout wear

save me sunshine

February 21, 2012

Chilly February….I am tired of you. Everywhere I look, stores are debuting their spring/summer lines and I just can’t take it anymore. Bring on the sunshine, please!!!  Painful temptations… bright colors! dresses! tanks! shorts! ahhhh, you’re killing me {piperlime} bright pink, short & strapless. I crave the day…. {j.crew} shorts, t-shirts and wedges. come on … More save me sunshine

7 new thoughts

February 15, 2012

Thanks to a wonderful friend, this afternoon I have been hooked on two websites: “Eve Was Partially Right” and “Food Matters.”I just came across a post on EWPR that reminds me so much of the daily conversations that the girls and I have throughout the day at work. Had to share:{but I changed the pics…the others … More 7 new thoughts

going green

February 15, 2012

Earlier today I came across this thing called the Blended Salad. I had a good bit of veggies about to go bad that I had to use- so I thought this could be just the ticket! Here it goes:Blended Salad/Green Soup The cast of characters: baby spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, garlic, onion, lemon, zucchini and flax seed … More going green