by guest contributor Patty Joy Memorial Day weekend is right around the corner, so that means entertaining is most likely on your list of things to do. And whether you are a guest or the host, this salad is sure to impress. While I am someone who loves everything and anything fancy, my gatherings are …
In my quest to eat not none, but considerably less sugar, I find myself needing alternatives to my favorite sugary go-to treats, like ice cream, chocolate, and cookies — because I have such a sweet tooth, I can’t bear to go without. My black bean brownies are an insanely great alternative, because they literally taste …
It looks like regular spaghetti, but it’s not! What looks like noodles is actually squash! However, it tastes just as good as the original Italian dish, you can’t really tell you’re not eating noodles at all {except the squash is a bit crunchier, which I loved about it!}. I’d seen this yummy entrée popping up …
by Patty Joy Beets! This magenta colored vegetable took me a while to fall in love with. Reason #1, I grew up eating them mostly from a can. From time to time my mom would boil them, but still, it was a taste that didn’t agree with me. I went through most of my adult …
What I’m Wearing… * Racerback tanks from American Apparel {wearing two – the one on top backwards} * Perforated soccer shorts c/o Lovers and Friends * Sweatshirt from local Izod store * Cheapy sunglasses * Striped runners by United Nude * Nike+ Fuelband & Hipanema bracelet * Easy Bohemian Nails * Tan by Suave Professionals …
by Patty Joy The weather is getting warmer which means that afternoon barbecues and early evening gatherings are quickly approaching. I absolutely love this time of year; the sun filled days are longer, my hikes are later & lengthier, the flowers are blooming in gorgeous & vibrant colors, and the farmers market is filled with …
by Patty Joy I recently signed up for a workout class that meets at 6am, which admittedly is a bit early for my taste, but I love starting off the morning by moving my body. And well, let’s be honest, it’s done, so I no longer have to worry about squeezing it in for the …
I bought the husband the Nike+ Fuelband for Christmas and two days later had to buy one for myself because it was so cool and he was having so much fun with it. I got the limited edition Fuelband with the rose gold clasp and LOVE IT… but I think it’s sold out now :(. …
by Patty Joy When I registered for our wedding 10 years ago, I apparently “needed” a crock-pot to make my kitchen complete. It sat for years in the box, until one Thanksgiving my mom expressed a need to keep the mashed potatoes warm for her guests. AH-HA! After almost 8 years I finally found a …
A sweet picture of my mom & my two older brothers, circa 1976, at her baby shower pregnant with me. by Patty Joy My mom was the quintessential homemaker. She kept a clean house, managed four children’s schedules, helped my dad with his business, always managed to look beautifully put together (not the era of …
What I’m Wearing… * Old dress from Forever 21… see it here with bike shorts!* This bag is ancient, and always works well for Summer, but I can’t remember where I got it* Tom Ford cat eye sunglasses {which have finally moved to the “old but still wearable when being active pile”… and I think …
