2.15.2012

Michigan On My Mind...

The small town of Marquette, Michigan now holds a special place in my heart.  Before I met my husband, I had never heard of Marquette, nor did I know much about the Upper Peninsula. I had no idea how beautiful and peaceful this area of the country was.  It is now is one of my favorite places to visit.  We try to make it up there every year to spend time with his mom and family.  Last February, we planned our trip for the weekend of the UP200 sled dog races.  This was honestly one of the neatest things I have ever seen!  It is a 4 day event that spans 240 miles across the UP in the freezing snow.  You should definitely follow the link and check it out!

Unfortunately my camera was in my luggage that had not arrived yet - a common occurrence when traveling to the end of the earth Marquette!  But I did find this picture of the event online!  So beautiful!


When my camera did finally arrive, we were able to capture beautiful Marquette in these photos that I wanted to share today!

Peaceful Lake Superior



My dream house...


Adorable historic hotel


UP humor :)


Downtown Marquette


The old ship yard 




Cute doors!  I actually have several of these doors framed in our home.




Miss. Rhuby (my mother in law's dog) loving the snow!  Our dog Finnley could be her twin!


This was our 2011 Christmas card photo!  I love that it's snowing in this picture!


Hubby making a fire overlooking the lake!


Yes, that is a shanty!  I walked out on this frozen lake - my first time! I'm SO adventurous :) ha!


Hope you enjoyed my take on this little Northern town!  Have a great day!

2.14.2012

Post V-Day Chocolate ~ 20 Minute Cardio Workout

To help you work off all that chocolate...  :)

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Let me share one of my favorite go-to workouts that I've been loving doing lately.

I actually have grown to love this workout.  It's fast, high intensity, and constantly changing.  Plus, I definitely notice results!
  
I found this workout online several years ago in college.  I love how it constantly challenges me and never leaves me board!  You are constantly changing speed and incline, and it really is a great short workout if you don't have alot of time.  Sometimes I follow this with 10-20 minutes on the elliptical machine if time allows.  Here you go!


Hope everyone is having a great Valentine's Day!  The hubby and I are making breakfast together today...enjoy your LOVE day!




2.13.2012

Let's Celebrate Valentine's Day!

Good morning!  I wanted to share a few last minute Valentine's goodies I found on Pinterest with ya'll today!

First up are these sweet Valentine's printables that will make any morning coffee a little more festive! How fun to have this sitting on your desk Tuesday morning!  

I know it would bring a little smile to my face!  It's the little things :)

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Hop on over to Eat, Drink, Chic to download these FREE printables! 


When I saw this heart cake, I thought it was adorable!  Follow this step by step tutorial from I Am Baker.

What a fun and unexpected surprise!

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This is also a free printable that I downloaded from Eighteen 25.  They have great Subway Art for almost every holiday...I've downloaded several and love them!

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I hope each of you have a wonderful Valentine's Day tomorrow!  Do you all have any special plans?  My husband and I are making breakfast together Tuesday morning.  Would love to hear about your Valentine's Day plans!


XOXO

2.11.2012

Healthy Weekend Treats ~ Cranberry Quinoa Walnut Muffins

I'll be making these yummy muffins again this weekend!  I have already made them three times, and love them!  I use agave nectar instead of sugar and substitute regular milk instead of the non-dairy kind.  I also mix in 1/4 cup of flaxseed.  

They are delicious!



2.10.2012

Friday Fancie's: Red + Pink

Good morning!  I'm linking up again today with Friday Fancies via Long Distance Loving!  Hope you all have a fabulous weekend - let this outfit be a little inspiration for date night with your sweetie!

Friday Fancie's: Red + Pink


2.09.2012

Fresh Flowers

After a work event yesterday, I got to bring these lovelies home for FREE!  Don't you just love fresh flowers?  I know I do...ready for Spring!





2.08.2012

Valentine's Goodies from LUSH


 Lush is one of my favorite stores to get yummy bath products!  Whenever I go in this store, I always leave with a fun new product.  They are all natural and so creative!  These are some fun ideas for V-day for you to spoil yourself a little bit!  Here's a collection of some products I love, and some that are on my wish list.


LUSH LIP SCRUB


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BATH BOMBS


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BUFFING BODY BAR



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LOT'S OF LOVE GIFT SET

          

Happy Wednesday!