AINT TOO SHABBY

I guess you could say my home style is simple modern with a touch of shabby chic. I prefer vintage white wood, plush blankets, neutral/pastel colors and fresh cut flowers on every surface. A lived in very comfortable vibe. Years ago I was all gaudy with gold and red accents - something an old Italian Nona would envy. 

MOOD MUSIC TO ENJOY while scrolling thru the images

Nowadays, my surroundings are more serene and inspire beautiful mornings and relaxed night caps. 

Here are a few of my favorite shabby simple styled rooms that take me away. Hope they inspire you to create a nook in your home that inspires....walk barefoot, open the windows, sip on green tea and just breathe...... xo

PULPED UP MUFFINS

(Carrot Pulp from juicing carrots - No need to waste the Juicers Pulp)

Mood Music to get you pulping! Listen!

Ingredients

 2 cups Rolled Oats

2 tablespoons ground flax seed

1 teaspoon baking soda

4 eggs

2 egg whites

1/2 cup sliced almonds

1 tablespoon of Peanut Butter PB2

2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon nutmeg

1 teaspoon vanilla

1/2 teaspoon low sodium sea salt

1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce OR Dash of olive oil

1 cup unsweetened almond milk

3 packets of Stevia (to taste at end when mixing)

1/4 cup water (add more if needed)

2 cups carrot pulp (don't worry if you also juiced other veggies, the more the better)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a muffin pan with non-stick spray.

Mix together all dry ingredients in a large bowl. In a small bowl, combine the liquid ingredients. Add the liquid to the dry and mix just long enough to combine.

Spoon the batter into the muffin cups--it will be very thick.  

Bake for 15-20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let cool for about 10 minutes and serve with almond butter on top.

JUICE JUICE BABY

Oh My Omega!

 I 100% recommend the purchase of this juicer. Its easy to use and easier to clean :) Before going out and purchasing this bad boy, I beg of you... please watch the documentary "Fat Sick & Nearly Dead"

You will understand why I 100% recommend the purchase of this (or any) good juicer (insert koolaide smile) after watching. Pretty unbelievable. It was my inspiration.

I want to share with you a few items that I find necessary to give you the best juicing experience.

Here they are:

from clockwise

1. Fruit & Vegetable Wash - I prefer you to by organic but if you don't, use this spray. You can buy it at your local health food store.
2. My juicing bible Book of Juicing. It provides you with all the information you need to get started and lets you in on great recipes. This is a must!
3. Earthrise Spirulina Natural. One scoop to your juice is equivalent to 7 servings of vegetables in terms of antioxidant content (beta-carotene).
4. Omega Juicer - This is a fantastic machine, easy to use and clean. 
5. Cutting board and a sharp knife with a rubber grip for safety when cutting your fruits and veggies.

Happy Juicing! Let me know what you think of the documentary, have a beautiful day!

PEEPER PROTECTION

Well, its another cold wet & dreary day in Manhattan, and quite frankly I'm missing Puerto Rico!

Thankfully, Ill beheaded south to Palm Island an island off of Miami in about 7 weeks and this is the only thing getting me thru these kinds of days. Over the years Ive collected many shades but I always seem to go back to the classic Ray Ban Aviator.

I'm obsessed with the mirrored collection. They are all so chic, sexy & yet so casual.

You bet right, Ill be rocking each and everyone of these beauties. Like yummy decadent candies, the colors are just gorgeous! No matter what color hair or skin type, they will make you look great.

Keep your eyes protected in style!!!!         Which is your favorite?

FRIDAY, IM IN LOVE!

Put yourself in the mood.... click here.

TGIF. In so many ways.

This week has been a long long week. Coming home from our vacation and getting back into routine has not been easy. Maybe it’s the holidays ending and the crunch of the new year or maybe its just that I still am in island mode. Whatever the funk it is,  I'm at the point now where I'm forcing myself to quit this mopey mood I've been in. & So.........

Its Friday, the end of another work week, the beginning of the weekend which means –  me time. Doing things for myself to get me in the best me mode possible! Ah - Me- Zing!

I’ve organized my weekend thus far:

• Cleaning Frenzy! Yes, it may sound boring but honestly I love cleaning. Organizing my life is essential to my success and mental clarity. For starters, the closet is being revamped, the wood floors scrubbed and the rest of the house will be sanitized and glistened with the help of Mrs. Meyers Cleaning Products.
• SoulCyle with one my best friends, Apples. Quality time with a best friend always calms the nerves, rejuvenates your spirit and always gets me smiling from within. Looking forward to some Apples time! Also feels good to workout with a friend and motivate each other :)
• Looking forward to trying a  new recipe using Coconut Flakes Ill be making Homemade Kind Bars and a new and improved Blueberry & Vanilla protein pancake recipe. Photos and how to’s to follow in a future post.
• Updating my Lookbook. I must confess, I have a personal journal/lookboook where I keep photos of my current pieces and outfit inspirations. If you ask nicely, Ill show you how to create a lookbook for yourself. It lets you know exactly what you have and makes it easier to pull outfits together in a time crunch. You get more use out of the pieces you have when you know what to pair it with. Its my guilty pleasure/personal StyleBible. Ive taken it shopping with me so I know exactly what I need. Sounds weird, I know. But I never claimed to be normal.

What are your plans this weekend?

xo

Stay Healthy & Safe!

Meems