Healthy Pancakes…say what?

Yes! The rumor is true! You CAN have yummy, delicious pancakes that are healthy. Mind boggling, right?! Even better news, I will be posting a recipe of these rumored healthy pancakes so you can try them yourself. Now that you’re totes excited, let’s make some pancakes! tumblr_muljx65Nax1qkpc62o1_500

Recipe

  1. in a bowl, mash up one banana with a fork
  2. crack in two eggs
  3. add in 1/4 cup of oat flour (you can also grind your own oats with a food processor)
  4. lastly, a few dashes of cinnamon
  5. cook these babies up in a pan with a bit of coconut oil
  6. add some fresh fruit and 100% maple syrup, and always treat them with love <3

Enjoy!

Until next time,

Claire

 

 

 

WATER

Water is an extremely important part of our daily lives. We fill up a glass of water without even thinking about it, we are extremely blessed to be able to do that. It is ridiculous and unacceptable that people die everyday because they do not have water. From The Thirst Project:

Almost 1 Billion on our planet don’t have access to safe, clean drinking water and proper sanitization. That’s one in every eight of us. 4,400 children die every day from diseases caused by contaminated water. That’s huge. That’s approximately one child every 15 seconds. 80% of all global diseases are water-borne and result from drinking contaminated water. These diseases kill more than 2.2 million people every year.

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You can do a lot more then not have the sink running while you brush your teeth and shortening your showers, you know it and I know it. The Thirst Project is a organization that I first came across when I attended VidCon and they also presented at my school. I only want to put organization that I fully trust and support, and I love The Thirst Project because you literally see where your money is going. Visit The Thirst Project here: http://www.thirstproject.org/

Finding Calm In The Chaos

We all have crazy lives, and we rarely find time to breathe. Our lives get ahead of us, and our thoughts race. I don’t think our lives will ever really not be busy, but we can find calm in the chaos. tumblr_lrdq6dwwvi1qz4d4bo1_400

1. Breathe

Breathing is what keeps us alive, yet it is what we least think about. Proper breathing can slow down your mind and help you to not get overwhelmed. I do this in any stressful situation I am in. Breathe in from your nose for four seconds, hold for seven seconds, and release. Feel the weight lift off your shoulders. Repeat this as many times as you deem necessary.

2. Music

Music is one of those things that can help you in whatever mood you’re in. No matter where you are; a busy train station, work, at home…music is there. The bands ‘The Head and The Heart’ and ‘The XX’ are my favorite calming artists. Breathe slowly and let the music take your worries and thoughts away.

3. Move your body in nature

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Run. Walk. Stretch. Dance. Bike. Moving your body clears your head, and in a stuffy gym, it’s not as effective. So go out in the sexy Earth and move your body, you will be glad you did.

4. Meditate

Even if it’s just for five minutes, sitting down, breathing, and letting your mind wander in whatever way it pleases is an instant way to silence yourself. Think about your intensions moving forward so that you can continue your day stronger and happier.

Until next time,

Claire

 

Eleanor Calder

I love Eleanor Calder, her whole look is very simple and natural, not to mention Eleanor is drop dead gorgeous. I have done my fair share of stalking to put together a little trio on how to get her style, makeup, and hair so you don’t have to, thank me later.

PS: It’s later.

Who is Eleanor Calder? eleanor-calder1

A lot of you are probably wondering this right now. Drop your Google search page and I’ll relieve you; Eleanor is well-known for being One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson’s girlfriend, but Calder has became a style icon for her simplicity. I mean, let’s be real, if someone gets a famous boy-bander, don’t you want to look a bit like them?

Style

Eleanor’s simple and young everyday style is filled with jeans, sneakers, leather jackets, and overalls. TopShop seems to be a store she shops at quite a bit.

Jacket: Burberry // Sneakers: Converse // Jeans: TopShop // Tee: TopShop

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Makeup

Like Eleanor’s style, her makeup is very simple and natural. She just puts on just a bit to emphasize her features.

She said that sometimes she won’t even bother with foundation and just use her YSL touché éclat concealer, but when she does foundation, Eleanor uses the YSL touché éclat foundation. Next Eleanor sets her foundation with Rimmel Stay Matte powder and bronzes up with NARS Laguna. For cheeks, Eleanor adds color with TopShop’s cream blushers. The only thing Calder does with her eyes is mascara, and then she’s on to lips! For lips, Eleanor has said to use Vaseline with a dab of YSL concealer.

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Hair

Eleanor is mostly always wearing her hair curled in a middle part. Just get about a 1” curling wand and curl away from your face in sections about the size of your ear.

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Three NYE Outfit Ideas for Different Occasions

Oh, hey, remember me? I hope so! So basically things got busy and my life got crazy but now I’m back. How was your holiday season? Hope it was well and hope you ate lots of sweets! In a few short days, it will be a whole new year, scary stuff I know. Now we’re all not as fortunate to be able to party in New York on New Years and see the famous ball-drop (but if you are that is amaze).

I put together this trio of different outfits to wear for whatever you’re doing on New Years, take a look.

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This dress will sure turn some heads. I have had the experience of trying this on and let me tell you it is so.dang.comfortable. No but really, it seems a bit scary from the outside, but it’s warm&fuzzy on the inside. Maybe can be compared to yourself? …or maybe not, moving on.

 

 

 

 

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Yep, the classic house party. So, it only seems appropriate to dress to this event with a classic little black dress, except this dress is velvet, and, well velvet anything is rad.

 

 

 

 

Party for…one?

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Who says staying home by yourself for New Years can’t be fun? Get loads of yummy food, crank up your favorite music, climb into your PJ’s, and dance like nobody’s watching except Miley Cyrus (that’s sure to make you twerk a bit, right?). Who cares if your alone, if your friends don’t have plans, invite them over, and dance together. Kiss your teddy bear when the clock strikes midnight…or your cardboard cut-out of Harry Styles.

PS: all outfits shown are from TopShop. Love ya.

Until next time,

Claire

Modern Twist On Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is round the corner…wow, that’s freaky to think about. For my “last minute” people, this is the post for you. These recipes are quick and delicious. Instead of the classic green beans, turkey, gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and potatoes, I decided to create a fun twist on the classic Thanksgiving dinner. Warm-Rosemary-Apple-Wheatberry-Salad_04

What’s on the menu:

Salad: I love wheatberry’s. They are a great staple to have in your pantry and are extremely versitile.

http://blog.freepeople.com/2013/11/vegan-thanksgiving-warm-rosemary-apple-wheatberry-salad/ 

Soup: Soup is nice to have on Thanksgiving because it is a bunch of flavors combined into a liquid. I love how soup keep you full, but not too full.

http://www.williams-sonoma.com/recipe/pumpkin-soup-with-brown-butter-and-creme-fraiche.html?cm_src=RECIPESEARCH

Turkey: What’s Thanksgiving without the turkey?

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/herb-roasted-turkey-breast-recipe/index.html

Drink: This cranberry, pomegranate, and green tea spritzer will sure impress your guests (and yourself!) Feel free to add alcohol of so desired.

http://blog.freepeople.com/2013/11/cranberry-pomegranate-green-tea-holiday-spritzer/ Holiday-spritzer-2

Dessert bars: Alas, my favorite part of Thanksgiving, or any day for that matter, dessert. I recently made these after sampling them in Williams Sonoma. These pumpkin bars can simply be described as a more flavorful version of pumpkin pie, in bar form.

http://blog.williams-sonoma.com/ooey-gooey-pumpkin-bars/

Why I love music

Music is something that I keep near and dear to my heart. I find is so fascinating that people can put words together in such a way that is so relevant to peoples life. I think you can tell a lot about a person by the music they listen to. I have a deep appreciation for good music, and here is why: tumblr_mv7uq6lKVM1s3skh9o1_500

  • music can describe things and feelings that nothing else can
  • whatever i am feeling, there is always some sort of music to mirror my feelings
  • music is one of the few things that can calm me down
  • music has the power to cheer people up and also be soothing and relaxing…there is music for everyone

Until next time,

Claire

Things that make me happy

Things that make me happy :) tumblr_muz626GEyC1rpwhvdo1_500

  • snow
  • good music
  • meaningful conversations with people
  • tattoos
  • tea
  • fire places
  • chocolate chip cookies
  • being alone
  • making people smile
  • page-turning books
  • summer
  • nature
  • long hugs
  • working out
  • having no words to describe something
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  • the moon and stars
  • christmas
  • seeing other people happy
  • good dreams
  • SOUL cycle
  • singing
  • darkness
  • laughing…laughing a lot
  • candles

What makes you happy? Comment below!

Until next time,

Claire

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