Oh.My.YUM!

Nesters, this recipe is so good that I had to post it ASAP!! It all started last week when I was browsing through 'Whole Living' magazine for some healthilicious recipes. In my Frumpy Avenue - Breakfast Edition post, I mentioned smoothies. J and I love a good smoothie, especially after a long run. Y'all, that smoothie is my motivation some days... I think we have all been there at some point, right? Maybe?...moving on.

As I was browsing, I came across the Taj Mahal of smoothie recipes... Blueberry Mint. Doesn't that sound refreshing, healthy, and the slightest bit fancy?!? Well... It had a couple ingredients that I knew my good ole sensitive stomach wouldn't tolerate; so, I googled some alternative recipes with the same idea.

After thoroughly searching the web, I present to you our very own BBM smoothie recipe!

Blueberry Banana Mint Smoothie

1 banana

2 handfuls of blueberries

4-5 mint sprigs

2 handfuls of ice

2 heaping scoops of Vanilla Bean Cabots Greek Yogurt

1 cup of OJ

{Nester Tip: I know a lot of you Nesters are not the the biggest fan of bananas. Simply eliminate the item and add a little more yogurt, juice and blueberries! Simple fix, picky eaters!}

Simple ingredients with a not-so-simple taste!

Add more or less blueberries & mint depending on your  particular taste.
Add less banana and yogurt to make it less creamy and more icy.
It's all up to YOU!

Now, I think what you are thinking... blueberry, banana, and mint... "Sounds yuck" as my girlfriend put it.  Give it ONE chance and you will be pleasantly surprised! I promise.  We gave the recipe a little make-over and it turned out darn good.  The mint isn't overwhelming, the blueberry and banana mix better than you would ever dream of, and overall... It's just fabulous! This is my all time favorite smoothie of all the recipes we have tried and believe me, that's a lot!

It's simple, easy, and like I said... Darn good!!! Enjoy and happy healthy eating!

xoxo,

A

DIY: Antiquing!

Hi friends! You may remember on the Reduce. Reuse. Re-wedding. post a photo of our monogram within a beautiful oval frame. Well, today is the day that I teach you how to antique everyday items into beautiful, homey treasures.  This technique is incredibly easy and can turn an old, not so great item into your new favorite decor! Follow along :)

I had this oval frame in my closet for years and I knew I always wanted to use it, but I wasn't sure how. This frame is actually from the 50s and belonged to my Dad's mother who unfortunately passed away before I was born.  As beautiful as it was, it needed a fresh coat of paint to hide the shade of yellow that its age had acquired.  

I hung it on a shepherd's hook in the backyard and gave it a clean look using Krylon's "Almond" Spray paint in a Satin finish. ($4 with my coupon!)

A nice, fresh look to the frame.

{Nester Tip: Make sure to set up your item so that you are spraying in the same direction as the wind, not against it! Not that I did that or anything....}

The frame looked brand new with a quick coat of spray paint! But, that was too simple for me.  I let the frame dry for about 30 minutes and then brought it inside to start antiquing it. I bought two different paint brands and colors at Hobby Lobby. Honestly, I think any acrylic paints will do.  I simply browsed the aisle, found some pretty colors that meshed well with our already established color pallet in the house, and was on my way to the register.

The larger paint (Academy Acrylic) was in a deep brown shade called "Burnt Umber" and the smaller Metallic Acrylic paint was a bronze color named "Bronze"; how original! (All of the paint was on sale, per usual Hobby Lobby style, and I spent a measly $3 on the brown shades.)

{Nester Tip:  If you want the object to be antiqued using dark colors (like I did), make sure to use a light color for your first coat.  If you want to antique using light colors, make sure to use a darker color for your first coat.  This color is what you will see popping through the sponged-antique technique around all of the details on your object. Trust me!}

Next, the important part. Drum roll please.... the SPONGES.  I seriously spent at least 15 minutes deciding on sponges. I don't know if I was overly concerned I was going to ruin this 50 year old, vintage frame (No pressure, right?) or if I was just having an annoyingly indecisive day.. but, here is what I came home with.

These were bought in a pack for a whopping $2.99 and worked PERFECTLY! I cannot go on about how easy this project was and how surprised I was at the finished product.

So, I eagerly started with the Burnt Umber, dipped the round (the bottom sponge pictured) sponge in it and used a wiping motion across the frame. DO NOT: Squeeze. Blot. Dab. Etc.  This will leave a pattern of the sponge texture that you are NOT looking for. I repeat... do NOT do anything but wipe it across the surface.  It's almost as if you are oiling it or rubbing it into the wood grain.

Making sure to include all of the different areas of the frame, I continued wiping/rubbing the paint onto the frame catching all of the raised, ornate details.  The best part is catching those details and watching where the paint settles on its own; it creates the "vintage" look you are looking for!

{Nester Tip: Use something to prop up the object to be able to get at all edges, sides, angles & so on for an even finish. I used a shoe box and it worked perfectly.}

Now, the hard part.  Sit back and let the paint dry.  It's true, there is nothing more boring than watching paint dry; especially when you are excited for the next step!

Once you have reached full boredom and your first paint coat is dry, repeat the steps above with your next color, which was bronze in my case.  BUT, use the second sponge pictured (which looks like a sea sponge if you ask me.) 

This sponge is smoother and doesn't give you the grainy look the first sponge does.  It was perfect for the smooth top coat I was looking for.  I chose the metallic color to finish the look with a slight sheen to it.  I wanted it to have a little hint of shimmer when the light hit it.

See what I mean??

Let your new vintage inspired beauty dry and find the perfect place for it!  I knew this was going straight into our master bedroom.  Here we are arguing deciding if its at the right height.

J is obviously thinking, "I LOVE all of the DIY projects my wife does!"

{ Nester Tip: Love on your hubs extra on DIY days, they deserve it! :) }

The finished product...

Isn't she gorgeous??  It was truly the easiest project I have ever done and I couldn't be more excited about how it turned out.  Not to mention, you would never be able to find a frame this size for $9.99 + tax.  Paired with our monogram it completed the vintage look we wanted in our bedroom and the frame is no longer collecting dust in the closet.

So, Nesters, what are you going to antique?? Feel free to share and ask any questions! I hope you enjoy this DIY project and it works as well for you as it did for me! 

Enjoy!

xoxo,

A

Grateful for Today

    

Hi Nesters!  Tonight's post isn't a DIY project, great recipes, or a "how to" tutorial; rather an outlet of what has been on my mind lately.

As I was driving down the road the other day, my head was filled with several thoughts.  Excitement of the new school semester starting, the enjoyment of this past holiday season, the quality time J and I have spent together cooking and adventuring, new projects and decorating around the house; all sorts of things.  My mind drifted to a new little journey that my neighbor and friend, Meghan, and I had been chatting about lately.  We both have been wanting to join a Small Group within our churches, but haven't found the right one for us or that fits our schedule.  So, we decided to start our own little Small Group.  In two weeks, we are going to have our first "small session" of four women simply getting together to talk about the week, where we are in our journey with God, focus on specific scripture and help each other grow as Christian women.  With thoughts of our upcoming journey and a smile across my face, I called J and literally said, "Hun, don't take this the wrong way, because I have never been unhappy, but I am so incredibly happy and thankful for our life."

That thought has been resonating with me more and more.  The comment may seem strange out of context, but let me explain.  

I have a loving husband who would give his life for me.  

A supportive family that is continually loving and encouraging me.  

Dear friends that I can laugh until I cry with.  

A roof over my head and food on my table.  

A God that answers my prayers.    

An education in nursing that will fulfill my dreams and help others.  

A car to get me to and from my destination safely.

A job that I absolutely LOVE that pays the bills.

Clean air to breathe.

My health.

At the end of the day, what more can we ask for?  I am not having to deal with cancer that is slowly taking my spouse away from me and our children.  I have not had to watch my sibling or parent leave this earth.  I have not had to experience abuse or pain.  I have not had to watch my child hurt.  I have not had to experience true tragedy.  I am not having to go through a divorce.  I have not lost my job due to cut backs and budgeting.  I have not been taken for granted.  I have not suffered from the cold weather while sleeping on a sidewalk.  I have not had to fear the unknown.  All of these mentioned situations have happened to others around me and I cannot help but have a heavy heart full of prayer for the less fortunate.

What I'm saying is; be grateful for today, don't sweat the small stuff.  For someone else is always fighting a tougher battle than we are, even on our worst day.  Be thankful for the things we take for granted as they have never been taken from us, and give back to those in need who have been less fortunate.  Hug your loved ones a little tighter, a little longer, and thank God for letting us live our life to the fullest.  

Is it okay to be stressed out? Of course.  Is it alright to be mad at your crappy day and want to climb into a hole? Absolutely.  Are we going to have days when we aren't feeling grateful? Yep.

But, we must remember that every day is a gift and we never know what lies ahead of us.

Be grateful for today, Nesters.  The big things, the small things, and everything in between.

xoxo,

A

Reduce. Reuse. Re-wedding.

Hey y'all! Get ready for a fun post with a change of pace!

    Many of you know that I married the man of my dreams on September 1st, 2012.  Our day was literally picture perfect and I can't wait to share some of our favorite photos with y'all soon.  Our wedding was by far the best beginning to our life-long journey together, but for now I have something else to share.
    My wedding decor was the epitome of DIY.  I had a vision of exactly what I wanted and almost everything was handmade by myself or added onto from some fabulous finds that I purchased online.  I wanted to share with y'all my thought process of designing and creating my wedding and how I am now re-using it throughout our home.  Let's be honest, if us brides are going to spend thousands on a wedding that is over in one weekend, then we better be able to hold onto and re-live some of our 'I Do's', am I right?!?
    If I were to describe my style I would use the words earthy, natural, and ethereal.  Oh, and birds.  I have a problematic serious obsession with birds and you can find them tucked into every room in my house.  Seriously.  My girlfriends say that I am pretty easy to buy for because the minute you walk into my home you know what I'm about; you feel my personality.  I carried my style into my wedding by using a lot of burlap, natural wood, and simple colors such as tan and white.  It was simple, southern, and very personalized.
    While designing my wedding (No, I didn't have a wedding planner, coordinator, or event stylist), I tried to keep in mind that I was going to have to bring home ALL the decor I was creating.  We had over 200 guests at our wedding; that's a lot of repetitive decor piling up in my office!  So,  during my multiple trips to Hobby Lobby, Michael's, and Carolina Pottery, I chose things that I could envision fitting nicely into my home post-wedding.
    Nesters, here is the inside scoop on how I re-used my wedding decor and how you can, too! (No matter what the occasion!)

-Monograms-
Who doesn't love a good monogram?  Almost every bride I know is pretty excited to start using her new monogram.  For the wedding, I chose to use both of our first initials paired with our last initial in the center.  I was certain I could find a place in our house for these amazing pieces after the wedding.  So, I ordered two wood carved monograms from Southern Proper Monograms and was blown away when they showed up on my front door step! We used them on shepherds hooks to create our aisle on the big day.  I added some homemade burlap bows for a little flair :)  Aren't they gorgeous?!?

Unforgettable Memories Photography

Micah Leigh Photography

Post-wedding:
#1 I gave one of the monograms a simple white-wash and added some personalization to our guest bedroom by placing it on top of our box shelves. Paired with the bird cage and frames, it adds a nice little creative touch and is the perfect size!

#2 I got a little craftier and did some up-cycling on the second monogram project.  I kept the monogram au-natural and paired it with a vintage oval frame that was my grandmother's back in the 50s.  It has the most beautiful ornate details and I couldn't wait to use it as it has been in my closet for a while now.  I first gave the frame a coat of spray paint in Krylon's "Almond" color and let it dry.  Next, I used some artist sponges to rub on some dark brown acrylic paint in "Raw Umber".  Once that dried, I finished the top coat with a smaller sponge in a bronze color.  Once all the paint had dried, I simply nailed the monogram in the center and boy did I love how it turned out!  It now hangs in our master bedroom and serves as an everyday reminder of our beautiful wedding day.

{Nester Note: I will post a DIY antique tutorial asap!}

Ahhh...

-Vow Art-

One of my favorite personalized pieces of our wedding was our Vow Art created by Stefanie Stroman at Stroman Studios.  J and I decided to do traditional vows, but wanted to share the unique parts of our relationship with everyone.  I contacted Stefanie with the idea and she was quick to jump into the process! It was hardly any work on our end as both J and I sat down separately and wrote down a list of things we promised to keep true over our marriage; some serious, some funny, and some embarrassing.  Stefanie turned our simple words into what we dubbed 'Vow Art'.  They were beautiful at our outdoor wedding.  Didn't she do an amazing job?!?  

Visit Stroman Studios for all of your graphic design needs!

Post-wedding:

Our vow art now sits on a corner shelf in our living room and adds a sweet touch to our everyday living space.  I got the swanky wood frames from Hobby Lobby (50% off, of course) and knew they would work perfect with the wedding theme and our home decor.  Check out these beauties...

-Twine Initial Hanger-

At our wedding venue, the guests were to park across the street from the wedding site and then walk up a bricked path to the ceremony location.  To make sure our guests knew this was our wedding and they were in the right place, we used shepherd's hooks (surprise, surprise) and hung twine wrapped letter R's from them.  Anyone can make these! They are really easy; but, a tad time consuming depending on the letter.  Some twine, a little hot glue, ribbon, and a decorative piece (flower, feather, etc) creates a fabulous initial hanger.

Micah Leigh Photography 

Post-wedding:

When making these, I used a lot of white because my wedding used white as an accent color.  However, I also have a lot of white within the house and knew it would complement the house decor easily.  These simple initial hangers now serve as door hangers in our home and add just a bit more DIY-ness to our nest :)

-Simple Frames-

   Throughout the wedding I had used multiple frames to house pictures, signs, etc.  It took me quite a while to find the exact frames I wanted for each purpose mainly because I wanted to make sure they would fit somewhere on a shelf later and matched our home decor.  That paired with making it work with the wedding took me a hot minute!  Between displayed engagement photos and the multiple signs, I ended up with some great frames for the house.

At the wedding

Post-wedding:

    After the wedding, I was trying to find spots for the frames and they weren't working as well space-wise as I was hoping they would.  Then, when I was home studying one day (the story of my life), my father-in-law stopped by and said he had something for me.  He had hand-built a hope chest for me to store all of my wedding keepsakes in!  He is the sweetest man with the biggest heart, and I am convinced it's even a little larger for me at times as he has two sons :)  It is absolutely gorgeous in our master bedroom and holds the wedding frames easily!  Take a peek...

-Birch Vases-

    I saw these birch vases on Etsy in Bragging Bags shop about a year before I was even engaged and knew that I would use them somehow at my wedding.  There is something so simple and natural about them that makes them perfect.  I stuck simple with my flowers at the wedding but toned it down even more for these vases so that the vase would be the focus.  With a little added Baby's Breath and White Football Mums, I had the perfectly simple center piece for J & I's special table at the wedding.

{Visit Bragging Bags shop on Etsy to see her amazing work!}

Post-wedding:

    I now use the birch vase in our guest bathroom as a container for wash cloths for our lovely visitors.  It's still simple, yet useful.

-Chalk Boards-

   I am a big perfectionist (incase you haven't caught on) and one of my big things at the wedding was that I didn't want anything to be average.  Usually you just type up a little "Reserved For" sign and slap it on the table and be done with it.  But, I just couldn't do it!  I know, I know... Type-A personality at it's finest.  Well, my solution were these cute little chalk boards!  I left them 'plain Jane' and let them flow with the natural look of the wedding.  And, I liked the idea of having a modern sticky note around the house!

Post-wedding:

   Now, we use the chalk boards in the kitchen for daily inspiration or quick little notes!  It's simple, chic, and fun :)  Our current sentiment is below...

-Guest Book-

   When trying to decide on a guest book for the wedding, my Type-A personality came back out.  Why get a book, have everyone sign it, and then put it in a box to never look at again?  Sounds like a waste of time and money to me!  So, I went back to my tried and true Etsy and came across Inviting Moments.  This shop does amazing work and she created a piece of art for my guest book that I could frame and display in our home.  Two for the price of one in the greatest way!  I must admit, I haven't found the perfect frame quite yet... but, here are some glimpses of the amazing guest book!

-Mason Jars-

   I love Mason Jars.  They are simple, useful, and pretty darn good looking!  Half of the tables had a mason jar with a hand-sewn burlap wrap and a little glam added; these jars all had flowers.  The other half of the tables had mason jars filled with split peas and a white candle nestled within; these jars were wrapped with a twine bow at the mouth of the jar.  All of the center pieces had a twig wreath encompassing the jar.  They went perfect with the theme and I knew I would definitely re-use the mason jars!

Micah Leigh Photography

Post-wedding:

   You can find mason jars ALL over our house! We use them for all kinds of things; but, my favorite would have to be the girly use I have in our master bathroom.  I have used one of the burlap wrapped jars to hold my make-up brushes up-right after using and cleaning them.  They can dry easily, and they stay away from all the unknown bacteria that is inevitably in our make-up bags (sigh).  It also doesn't hurt waking up to a little sparkle in the mornings while getting ready!

-Up-cycled Fencing Prop-

   Last, but certainly not least, is my up-cycled photo prop for the wedding!  My husband's family owns a Heating & Air business and always has odds and ends in their warehouse.  Over the summer, they had some left over fencing that my father-in-law let me take over for this project.  I white-washed the fence, added a huge heart and our last name and had a rustic photo prop for the bride & groom, and all of our guests!

Micah Leigh Photography

Post-wedding:

   Currently, my father-in-law is working on cutting down the fencing and creating a toy box for our future children.  I can't wait to see the finished project and will share once he has finished!  Yet again, another useful sentiment from our wedding day!

   Well Nesters, those are the major areas of decor that I chose to use in the wedding and in my home!  With any event you throw; a wedding, party, or even a shower, try to use your head over your heart.  Use things you love that will be useful more than once.  If you loved it once, you can love it over and over again in your everyday life at home instead of it collecting dust in your closet. Try it out, and I promise you will change the way you think and buy from now on!  Reduce. Reuse. And in my case, Re-wedding.  See y'all soon for the antique-ing tutorial!

xoxo,

A

All Greeked Up

     Hey there lovely Nesters! I hope this fresh New Year is treating y'all well.  I promised you a Lunch Edition of Frumpy Avenue and I am currently working on compiling all the lunch goodies J and I have been dabbling in.  However, as we were pretending to be amazing chefs and stumbling through our kitchen crusade, we experienced a victory!  J and I looove some good Greek food and boy did we enjoy this recipe for an Easy Chicken Gyro.  We enjoyed drooled over this meal AND it was super easy!  I must give credit to the hubs though, as he cooked and I simply assembled the Gyros.

Follow along for a guaranteed swoon worthy delight :)
{Nester Note: J and I made mistakes edited the recipe a little so it may not appear exactly the same as the website above shows. The recipe we used for the Tzatziki can be found here.}

Ingredients for Tzatziki 

1  cup Greek Yogurt (we used Cabots)

3 tbsp Olive Oil

1 tbsp White Vinegar

1 tsp Lemon Juice

1 clove of Garlic, finely minced

1/2 tsp Salt

1/4 tsp White Pepper

2 tsp Fresh Dill

1-2 Cucumbers peeled and chopped/diced

{Nester Tips: If you want a DIP, mix all of this together using a whisk and then fold in the cucumbers with a wooden spoon. Allow to chill for two hours before serving.

If you want a SAUCE, blend all of the above ingredients until you reach your desired consistency.  We used it as a sauce to drizzle over the Gyro and it was to. die. for.
Once you make the sauce, set it aside in the fridge until you are ready for it.}

Accidental Amazing Gyro Marinade
Juice from one Lemon
2 tsp Red Wine Vinegar
2 tbsp Olive Oil
3 Cloves of Garlic, Minced
1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (*Nester Addition)

*Chop up 1.5-2lbs of Boneless, skinless Chicken Breast.

 (We used Jeannie-O and cut up as much as we were hungry for!)

*We marinated the chicken for about 45 minutes and then placed the pieces on a cookie sheet lined with foil about 1 inch apart.
*Next, we popped these bad boys under the broiler for 10-20 minutes and they were perfectly golden brown. {Drooling started...}
{Nester Tip: The longer you marinate, the more flavor the chicken will soak up.}

Depending on your oven, broiling may take anywhere from 10-25 minutes to reach a golden, brown perfection.


Assembly Time
*We placed this scrumptiously baked chicken onto a whole grain flat bread purchased at Publix.  It is the perfect mix with the juicy Gyro meat.

*Next, we drizzled the Tzakziki sauce over the chicken and added some feta on top. {The drooling continued...}

Please ignore the gallon of Tzatziki sauce we ended up with.  I have edited the amount on the recipe for all you Nesters out there. Go ahead, let the giggle out.

*Add a little spinach....

*Some red onions if you're like the hubs :)

*Roll that baby into a delish wrap...

....And you are All Greeked Up!

ENJOY!

xoxo,

A

Frumpy Avenue - Breakfast Edition

Happy New Year, Nesters!

    The holiday season has come to an end. I don't mean to point fingers, but I think we can all agree that we have veered off Calorie Counting Lane onto what we wish was the road less traveled of Frumpy Avenue.  Between the cookies, deep fried turkey and endless mac-and-cheese, our elastic pants have failed us, and it is time for some clean eating!  With the New Year's resolutions in full force, it's time to curb our cravings, discard the decadent chocolate, and trash the turkey dressing.  And yes, ladies, that includes the secret stash in your night stand that you hide from your husband... it's gotta go.

    Suck it in, suck it up and jump on the wagon!  J and I have spent some time trying to find healthIER alternatives to get us back on track.  No, this is not 'How to Lose 10 Pounds in 5 Minutes' or the perfect diet; it's simply a few yummy delights that will satisfy your hunger and keep you from secretly running through the drive-thru on your way into work.

    First off, WATER.  Toss your sweet tea, soda, and the left over egg nog.  Water is your best friend.  Say it with me... WATER IS MY BEST FRIEND.  Water hydrates you, improves the look of your skin, and makes you feel better!  And guess what? It is CALORIE FREE! {I could go on.}
    Yet,  I can already hear the peanut gallery chiming in.... "But, I don't like how water tastes!"
Either get over it and buy yourself some SmartWater, or try this little gem:

Lemon-Mint Water aka Fancy Water

2 Quarts of Water

Juice of one Lemon

1 Lemon (sliced thinly)

Ice

2-3 Mint Sprigs

Let this concoction marinate for an hour or so and then enjoy.  This water is cool, refreshing and tastes amazing!! No calories. No fuss.  And you'll look fancy :)

An added plus, you ask? Toss the left over mint & lemon into your garbage disposal for an all natural cleanser with an amazing fragrance.

{Nester Tip: Carry a water bottle with you to stay hydrated. My favorite is the Camelbak which is available at Target. Go check them out!}

Camelbak

Breakfast

    I am by far the worst breakfast-ing woman on this planet.  I don't know what it is; but, I can rarely get myself to eat a breakfast that's even remotely close to turning my brain on for the day.  Yet, drum roll please, I have found several breakfast items that sound beyond delish!  And, they are quick & easy which is 100% essential at 5:45am on my way to the hospital.  Let's see what I can woo my Nesters with...

Whole Grain Waffle with Nutella Spread

You can jazz up this morning meal with whatever you want! Golden raisins, strawberries, blueberries, bananas, pecans, etc.  And of course, substitute the waffle out for your favorite whole grain bread, English muffin, or tortilla. 

The warm waffle & nutella with the cool, juicy fruit is to die for!

{Nester Tip: Fold up your yummy b-fast Taco Style when you're in a hurry.  It's a quick fix and you will obviously look oh-so-classy doing so!}

Quick. Easy. Delish.

1 Eggo Whole Grain Waffle=170 Calories

1/2 Tbsp Nutella=50 Calories

Nester-made Smoothies

Y'all are going to need something to wash down that scrumptious Nutella with.  Why not add some fiber, calcium and vitamins?  It's easy-peasy and totally worth it.

Grab your favorite fruit from the freezer section of your local grocery (or fresh if you have it!), add some plain greek yogurt, some ice and a splash of OJ and you have yourself one tasty treat!  There is no rhyme or reason to the creation; add as much or as little of each ingredient to make it how YOU like it! You are the one drinking it after all :) 

Some of our favorites are: Strawberry Banana, Peach, Strawberry Basil, and Blueberry.

Check out some interesting combos here.

Breakfast Parfait

                                                   

It's that easy, y'all. Grab a coffee mug, some greek yogurt, and your favorite fruit combo and voila! A perfect morning treat. 

1 cup Oikos Greek Yogurt (Plain)=130 Calories *NONE from fat!!*

Homemade Fruit and Oat Granola Bars

I. Can't. Wait.

This recipe is beyond simple and I cannot wait to try it out!  My main motivation?  I am always trying to find the best breakfast/energy bar out there.  There are SO many and they all seem the same.  I want to be healthy; but, I also don't want my food to taste like cardboard while doing so. Who's with me?

{Oats, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon, Vanilla Extract, Dried Fruits}

Click here to make these with me! I will be posting about my experience & can't wait to see how they turn out. Yes, this takes a little bit more commitment but.... it makes 16 bars!! 

I hope y'all enjoy these little gems as much as we do! They are tasty, easy, and not too bad for you!  Add them to your New Years Resolution regime and kiss Frumpy Avenue Goodbye!  J & I are spending the day cleaning up the house and attempting some DIY projects around the house which I can't wait to share with you soon.  Be on the look out for our home projects and the lunch edition of Frumpy Avenue soon :) Until then...

xoxo,

A