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Target Fall Haul!

We just. snagged some pieces that we loved recently from Target. Fall is around the corner so be sure to snag these pieces soon!

1. Ceramic Pumpkin Rust

2. Octagonal Amber Glass Bottle Vase

3. Modern Rim Stoneware Mini Bowl

4. Stoneware Pitcher Espresso Brown

5. Eucalyptus Willow Foliage

6. Medium Ceramic Pumpkin Cream

7. Ceramic Harvest Vase Tan

8. Medium Ceramic Pumpkin Orange

9. Stoneware Reactive Glaze Round Mug

10. Clear Glass with Stitched Leatherette Wrap Band Pumpkin Woodwick Candle Clear

Baked Oatmeal Strawberry Bars!

Image by Wellness By Kay

Ingredients

• 3 bananas

• 1/4 cup nut butter

• 1 1/3 cup almond milk

• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup

• 2 cups old fashioned oats

• 1/2 cup chopped strawberries

• 2 tsp baking powder

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/4 tsp salt

Directions:

1 Set the oven to 400 degrees.

2 Then in a large mixing bowl mash 2 bananas.

3 Add the nut butter, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.  Combine evenly.

4 Next add in the dry ingredients – oats, baking powder, and salt.

5 Stir in the chopped strawberries.

6 Then transfer the oatmeal mixture to a large baking dish.  I used a 9×9 dish. 

7 Spread evenly and top with 1 banana sliced & extra sliced strawberries.

8 Bake for 25 minutes.

9 Let cool, cut into squares, and enjoy!

Surgical Glove Couture

Gloves. We have seen them EVERYWHERE. Not wool gloves that keep you warm, or even useful plastic ones that will protect you from bacteria. We’re talking chic leather gloves, in bright colors, or even sheer.

The gloves made there first appearance at the spring 2022 ready-to-wear Saint Laurent show last September. Prada Menswear then showed gloves in a lot of colors. We have seen it as a great way to add a pop of color.

It wasn’t too long after that celebrities started adopting the trend, like Kim Kardashian. Here are some gloves that you can buy and add to your wardrobe!

1. Balenciaga Gloves

2. The Row

3. Loewe Gloves

4. DG Gloves

5. LaPointe Gloves

6. Gonza

DIFFA 2022 Behind The Scenes!

Photos by Danny Campbell

HEALTHY 4TH OF JULY RECIPES!

We are so ready for the long weekend!!! We found searched the web for healthy 4th of July recipes. Here are some of great ideas for indulging in summertime treats that keep it light and fresh.

It’s not the 4th without some grilling action and this is the so easy, tastiest grilled chicken you will ever make. 3 Ingredient Grilled Chicken (Pinch of Yum)

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts

• 3/4 cup soy sauce

• 3/4 cup honey

• 3/4 cup water

• 4 cloves garlic, smashed

• cilantro and lime for serving

• 5 Minute Magic Green Sauce for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut the chicken into chunks. Place in a large ziplock plastic bag or bowl.

2. Pour the soy sauce, honey, water, and garlic into a bowl. Whisk until incorporated. Set aside about 3/4 cup of the sauce for brushing the chicken later.

3. Pour the remaining sauce into the bag or bowl with the chicken. Seal or cover the mixture and refrigerate as long as you can – 4 hours is a good minimum but you can go as long as overnight.

4. When you’re ready to grill, preheat the grill on medium high for 5-10 minutes and oil the grates. Meanwhile, drain off the marinade and place the chicken pieces on skewers. Place the chicken on the hot grill, cover and cook for 3-4 minutes. Brush with reserved sauce and flip. Repeat this process until you see that the chicken is browned to your liking and fully cooked.

5. Serve with cilantro, lime, Magic Green Sauce, or any other dipping sauces you like. We also like this with a salad and some naan or rice.

We always want something sweet and refreshing at any BBQ. Check out this favorite of ours. Blueberry, Strawberry & Jicama Salsa (Two Peas and Their Pod)

Ingredients  1x2x3x

• 1 cup fresh blueberries

• 1 cup diced strawberries

• 1 cup diced jicama

• 1/3 cup chopped cilantro

• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

• 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeno pepper, stemmed and seeded

• Juice of 1 large lime

• Kosher salt, to taste

• Tortilla chips, for serving

Instructions 

• In a medium bowl, combine blueberries, strawberries, jicama, cilantro, red onion, jalapeno, and lime juice. Stir until well combined. Season with salt, to taste. Serve with tortilla chips at room temperature or chilled.

Even though these sliders are vegetarian-they are a big favorite of ours! Quinoa Sliders with Green Goddess Aioli (Le Petit Eats)

Father's Day Gift Guide!

Father’s Day is this weekend so we have some perfect last minute ideas for you husband / dad / father-in-law! We have round up TONS of gift ideas for you guys today to make your shopping a little easier and help you find a gift he will love!

1. Donner Vinyl Record Player

2. Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug

3. Soundance Laptop stand

4. BBQ Gaddy

5. Dad’s Cutting Board

6. Callaway Golf Glove

7. Nike Golf Hat

8. Titlest Golf Balls

9. Men Tennis Shoes

10. Cancelling Headphones

11. Bonus Item: We love a great bluetooth speaker
    

Where to Donate to Help Families Affected by the Uvalde School Shooting

GoFundMe created a hub of verified fundraisers for people affected by the Robb Elementary School shooting, including drives for funeral costs and family needs, as well as funds created by local support groups and organizations. As of May 25, there are five active fundraisers organized by the following:

• Fourth-grade teacher Irma Garcia's family

• Fourth grader Xavier Medina's family

• Fourth grader Jayce Carmelo Luevanos's family

• The Austin-based Los Verdes Supporter Group

• VictimsFirst, a network of survivors and relatives affected by previous mass shootings

The Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District also established a Robb Elementary memorial fund for the impacted families through the First State Bank of Uvalde. You can donate in person at any First State Bank branch, via Zelle to robbschoolmemorialfund@gmail.com, or by check to Robb School Memorial Fund, 200 E. Nopal Street, Uvalde, TX, 78801.

Additionally, the city of Uvalde is accepting monetary donations to cover medical expenses for families impacted by the incident. While an online donation option is currently in the works, checks can be sent to: City of Uvalde, PO Box 799, Uvalde, TX, 78802. You can reach out to city employees Susan Anderson or Gloria Resma for more information on sending donations.-PopSugar