from Idaho!

From rolling hills, clear skies, and all the green you can see. 

Ever since my eczema came back with a vengeance, I've been reading about ways to heal in a holistic approach.

I knew off the bat a constant stream of steroid cream wasn't going to do. After seeing my current dermatologist and being prescribed, flaxseed oil, fish oil, reishi mushrooms, nettle, and probiotics, I did some digging. 

As I'm sitting in the AC post sun-bathing in Charleston, I'm truly craving these meatballs after my mom made a killer pecan pesto. Though I'd make these tonight for dinner, my arms, back, and abs are so sore from the boxing class cookie monster and I did yesterday.

As cookie monster has turned soul-cycle protein obsessed monster, I find these protein bites going faster and faster. These delicious bites are the perfect snack when hanger hits and have just enough sweet to satisfy your sweet tooth. 

Slow down, you're moving too fast.. 

On rainy days, there's something soothing about listening to Jack Johnson- and in particular this week this line resonates with me- aside from all the terrible rain we've been having in NYC. 

Ok, confession, I'm totally on the soul-cycle train- or bike I should say. 

I always loved going to fitness classes (even though I hate what they do to my wallet), but spin has been the current obsession due to cookie-monster, who should better be re-named, protein-bite-only-rice-cakes-please monster's liking to the class.

There's always something comforting about baking bread.

People say its always good to be "breaking bread" but I like to bake it and share. There's something about cooking food and sharing it with good company.

Notice that moment before you fall over the edge. By recognizing that, you can use the tools you have to recenter yourself and let all the light in your life shine and led the dark fade away.

It's definitely been a non-stop week. A week where I felt I was heading toward burn-out, which of course resulted in waking up with a cold/allergy reaction yesterday morning. 

It's finally starting to warm up in NYC and there's nothing more than enjoying a good cocktail and some popcorn in the sun. 

Before having people over, I always like to make a nice big batch cocktail and this easy margarita sunrise is super easy to put together with only a few ingredients. 

These are definitely on repeat in my meal prep rotation.

I used to hate making meatballs or burgers, but once I found my groove, I loved how versatile they can be- whether with flavors or how your serve them. 

Whenever I go out for Middle Easter/Mediterranean food I always crave this carrot salad. While each place makes it different, theres some thing about carrots with tang and spice that I cannot get enough of.

It's finally starting to feel like spring in New York- maybe?

When its warm out and sunny long after work gets out, instead of having a warm and cozy dinner, a fresh margarita and some guac always sounds right. I mean who doesn't love a margarita with guac?

May the space between where I AM and where I WANT TO BE inspire me.

No situation you are in is permanent-it's not the end all be all. Though we get wrapped up in the moment or thinking about what could be, we forget we have the power to change. 

I'm writing this as I'm chugging my homemade kombucha, watching real housewives, and trying to fight my sleepiness away. 

Sleep- it's a funny thing. I've been working on a presentation at work about the importance of sleep and ways to step yourself up for a better's night rest.

And just as we had a taste of warm weather, another large snow storm hit.

Snow days just equal baking, am I right?

In NYC this week we had a taste of spring for a hot second- a 70-degree day and it was total magic. And in true NYC weather, the next day was frigid and raining. Cool. 

Expect nothing and appreciate everything.

2018 has been the year of becoming more centered, mindful, and focused. Whether focusing on breathing through those stressful moments and not sweating the small stuff. 

Going low carb can suck, right?

Well, not with a little creativity.

Anxiety is contagious, but so is calm. 

I've decided to start exploring meditation and mantras. While sometimes the day to day can be tough, I think it's important to focus on the aspects of your life that bring you the most joy. For me, its's spending time with pup, cookie, monster, and my kitchen.