Happy Camper

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Hey guys! I’m camping with the family for our annual camping trip in the Sierra Nevada’s… without internet or cell service, but I didn’t want to leave you empty handed, so I prepared this style board in the spirit of camping to keep you lookin’ stylish yet functional while doing the outdoors thang!
Hope y’all are having a great week so far!

Happy Camper

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Hey guys! I’m camping with the family for our annual camping trip in the Sierra Nevada’s… without internet or cell service, but I didn’t want to leave you empty handed, so I prepared this style board in the spirit of camping to keep you lookin’ stylish yet functional while doing the outdoors thang!
Hope y’all are having a great week so far!

4th of July Casual

jun & ivy’s swiss dot blouse // joes jeans cutoffs // similar american flag scarf {kimono tutorial here} // converse // braid tutorial here

This was a very different 4th for me…

As most of you know, my husband is in the fireworks business. He’s a fifth generation fire worker and is part of his family’s business here in so. Cal. Every year since we’ve been together, we spend our 4th in NYC collaborating with Macy’s for their 4th of July presentation. But this year was quite different. The hubs split his time between NYC and Atlantic City {a new show} and, if you’ve been following my instagram you know Amélia is our little dancer, so she and I had dance obligations the week of the 4th. After spending a week in NYC for set up, the hubs headed off to set up the show in AC and the bug and I traveled home. It was such a weird experience being home by myself and not attending a show. It was casual! No dressing up, no real celebration. But I love my country, am proud of my husband, and am a proud fireworks wife even if I’m not out there physically supporting our great people who light up the sky in honor of America… 

I hope you and yours had a wonderful and safe 4th!

Because I get a lot of emails about some of my instafood posts, I’m including this much asked about one below. I think it’s perfect for a summer cook out! And it fits a paleo, gluten-free, dairy free lifestyle, or is just plain delicious even if you don’t have any special dietary needs…

not the most attractive photograph, but so delish!

for the burgers:Greek Turkey Lettuce Wrap Burgers

1 package of ground turkey {roughly 1-1.5 lbs}

Head of lettuce, washed and separated

1 Tomato

1/2 onion {I use a little less}

1 tsp Rosemary

1 tsp Marjoram

1 clove garlic

sea salt and pepper to taste

for the tzatziki sauce:

1/4 small cucumber

1 clove garlic

1 tsp fresh lemon juice

2 tsp olive oil

1/2 cup ‘So Delicious’ greek-style yogurt {dairy free} or regular greek yogurt

1. Chop the onion very fine and put in a medium sized mixing bowl. Add ground turkey, garlic, marjoram, rosemary, sea salt, and pepper. Mix throughly with your hands to combine.

2. Form into patties. I have done 4 large patties and I’ve also done 6 smaller patties {which I actually prefer}.

3. Set patties aside and heat BBQ.

4. While grill heats, prepare tzatziki sauce by peeling cucumber and slicing into quarters long ways. Dice into fine pieces.

5. Stir together yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and cucumbers. Refrigerate.  I like to serve with sweet potato fries, so I start preparing those and get them in the oven.

6. Place patties on grill {medium-high, indirect heat} sand grill approximately 5 minutes on each side.

7. While burgers grill, wash lettuce and separate leaves from the head, and slice tomatoes.

8. Serve burgers over lettuce and tomato topped with tzatziki sauce!

4th of July Casual

jun & ivy’s swiss dot blouse // joes jeans cutoffs // similar american flag scarf {kimono tutorial here} // converse // braid tutorial here

This was a very different 4th for me…

As most of you know, my husband is in the fireworks business. He’s a fifth generation fire worker and is part of his family’s business here in so. Cal. Every year since we’ve been together, we spend our 4th in NYC collaborating with Macy’s for their 4th of July presentation. But this year was quite different. The hubs split his time between NYC and Atlantic City {a new show} and, if you’ve been following my instagram you know Amélia is our little dancer, so she and I had dance obligations the week of the 4th. After spending a week in NYC for set up, the hubs headed off to set up the show in AC and the bug and I traveled home. It was such a weird experience being home by myself and not attending a show. It was casual! No dressing up, no real celebration. But I love my country, am proud of my husband, and am a proud fireworks wife even if I’m not out there physically supporting our great people who light up the sky in honor of America… 

I hope you and yours had a wonderful and safe 4th!

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Because I get a lot of emails about some of my instafood posts, I’m including this much asked about one below. I think it’s perfect for a summer cook out! And it fits a paleo, gluten-free, dairy free lifestyle, or is just plain delicious even if you don’t have any special dietary needs…

not the most attractive photograph, but so delish!

for the burgers:Greek Turkey Lettuce Wrap Burgers

1 package of ground turkey {roughly 1-1.5 lbs}

Head of lettuce, washed and separated

1 Tomato

1/2 onion {I use a little less}

1 tsp Rosemary

1 tsp Marjoram

1 clove garlic

sea salt and pepper to taste

for the tzatziki sauce:

1/4 small cucumber

1 clove garlic

1 tsp fresh lemon juice

2 tsp olive oil

1/2 cup ‘So Delicious’ greek-style yogurt {dairy free} or regular greek yogurt

1. Chop the onion very fine and put in a medium sized mixing bowl. Add ground turkey, garlic, marjoram, rosemary, sea salt, and pepper. Mix throughly with your hands to combine.

2. Form into patties. I have done 4 large patties and I’ve also done 6 smaller patties {which I actually prefer}.

3. Set patties aside and heat BBQ.

4. While grill heats, prepare tzatziki sauce by peeling cucumber and slicing into quarters long ways. Dice into fine pieces.

5. Stir together yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and cucumbers. Refrigerate.  I like to serve with sweet potato fries, so I start preparing those and get them in the oven.

6. Place patties on grill {medium-high, indirect heat} sand grill approximately 5 minutes on each side.

7. While burgers grill, wash lettuce and separate leaves from the head, and slice tomatoes.

8. Serve burgers over lettuce and tomato topped with tzatziki sauce!

Laid Back In the City

While in NYC, I hit up two sample sales (successfully!) and enjoyed a lot of leisurely shopping during my trip. The weather was a perfect high 50s and I kept telling myself this is what spring is supposed to be like… perfect for jeans and a tee AND A JACKET.

f21 moto jacket // splendid tee // paige denim // f21 statement necklace // brighton organizer bag {similar} // converse

Linked up with Manic Monday.

Laid Back In the City

While in NYC, I hit up two sample sales (successfully!) and enjoyed a lot of leisurely shopping during my trip. The weather was a perfect high 50s and I kept telling myself this is what spring is supposed to be like… perfect for jeans and a tee AND A JACKET.

f21 moto jacket // splendid tee // paige denim // f21 statement necklace // brighton organizer bag {similar} // converse

Linked up with Manic Monday.

Laid Back St. Patrick’s Day

I’m not Irish, but I love St. Patrick’s day! I’m one of those who run with the fun of a holiday… I love showing my spirit. This morning, I made a ‘green’ breakfast and though the hubs was a little weirded out by the green eggs, he didn’t seem to bat an eye at the green cream cheese on his bagel. Amélia and I had gluten free, green pancakes with our eggs and they were just as yummy as ever. Of course, you can’t forget to wear green so you don’t get pinched! The hubs and I are heading out for a night at the local brewery, so I’m keeping it laid back with my chucks and tee in support of the Irish! The irony of this tee is that I don’t really think I am a lucky charm… at least I wasn’t this morning while at the market. I wound up reaching for a box of noodles and it must’ve been open because all the noodles came flying out! All. Over. The. Floor. Then, not 2 seconds later, Amélia dropped her oj and it busted open all over the floor AND the noodles *sigh*. So much for the lucky charm. 

target tee {similar} // siwy skinnies // converse // kitsy lane necklace {sold out, love this} // asos rings // watch via nordstrom {similar}

Linked up with Style Sessions and Trend Spin.

Laid Back St. Patrick’s Day

I’m not Irish, but I love St. Patrick’s day! I’m one of those who run with the fun of a holiday… I love showing my spirit. This morning, I made a ‘green’ breakfast and though the hubs was a little weirded out by the green eggs, he didn’t seem to bat an eye at the green cream cheese on his bagel. Amélia and I had gluten free, green pancakes with our eggs and they were just as yummy as ever. Of course, you can’t forget to wear green so you don’t get pinched! The hubs and I are heading out for a night at the local brewery, so I’m keeping it laid back with my chucks and tee in support of the Irish! The irony of this tee is that I don’t really think I am a lucky charm… at least I wasn’t this morning while at the market. I wound up reaching for a box of noodles and it must’ve been open because all the noodles came flying out! All. Over. The. Floor. Then, not 2 seconds later, Amélia dropped her oj and it busted open all over the floor AND the noodles *sigh*. So much for the lucky charm. 

target tee {similar} // siwy skinnies // converse // kitsy lane necklace {sold out, love this} // asos rings // watch via nordstrom {similar}
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Linked up with Style Sessions and Trend Spin.

To the Maxi

At my house, spring brings with it SO much wind… so it’s been rather difficult to get outfit photos, but I managed to capture these last weekend. Other than the wind, the temperatures have been amazing, almost too hot for not officially being spring yet. Makes me wonder what summer has in store. Sunday, I pulled out a maxi dress I purchased late last spring for a few shopping errands and spending the day with my little family. If you’re not a huge lover of shorts, I’d recommend stocking up on maxis. I love ’em in warmer weather because they’re lightweight and breathable and you can dress ’em up or down. This graphic Beatles tee has been getting a lot of use lately, too! I’ve been throwing it over dresses to give them an edgier look.

F21 maxi // old Express cardi {similar} // F21 Beatles tee // converse // angle clothing leaf cuff {not online; similar} // kitsylane feather bangle {sold out; similar} // asos rings

Linked up with Casual Friday and Fashion Friday.

To the Maxi

At my house, spring brings with it SO much wind… so it’s been rather difficult to get outfit photos, but I managed to capture these last weekend. Other than the wind, the temperatures have been amazing, almost too hot for not officially being spring yet. Makes me wonder what summer has in store. Sunday, I pulled out a maxi dress I purchased late last spring for a few shopping errands and spending the day with my little family. If you’re not a huge lover of shorts, I’d recommend stocking up on maxis. I love ’em in warmer weather because they’re lightweight and breathable and you can dress ’em up or down. This graphic Beatles tee has been getting a lot of use lately, too! I’ve been throwing it over dresses to give them an edgier look.

F21 maxi // old Express cardi {similar} // F21 Beatles tee // converse // angle clothing leaf cuff {not online; similar} // kitsylane feather bangle {sold out; similar} // asos rings

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Linked up with Casual Friday and Fashion Friday.