Sarah and Jay- San Juan Capistrano engagement shoot

I always think that the simpler the shoot the better!  I love this fresh and clean shoot from William Kim featuring the lovely Sarah and Jay!  I met Sarah earlier that day for her trial run and we had so much fun creating both her wedding look and then simplifying it for this shoot!  I adore her and can't wait until the wedding in a couple weeks!!!

Photography: William Kim photography

Hair and Makeup: Kacee Geoffroy

Men's hair

My guy asked me how he could change up his hair or what he could do differently with it!  He has a good clean cut that looks great on him but he isn't to into putting time into his hair.  A little product and he is off and running!  I think most men are this way but I think it's adorable that he asked for my opinion!  I gathered a few of my fave men's hair styles and of course the men wearing hair aren't that bad to peek at!

Your welcome ladies!!!!

Whole Wheat Banana, Blueberry and Hazelnut pancakes

I was whipping up some pancakes for my little ladies just recently and decided to get a little decadent with myself!  I try to keep my breakfasts interesting and substantial so I'm fueled up for the morning.

Whole Wheat Banana, Blueberry and Hazelnut pancakes
serves 1

2 palm size whole wheat pancakes ( We like Kodiak Kakes pancake mix)
half a banana
handful of blueberries
handful of chopped hazelnuts
drizzle of light maple syrup ( We like Aunt Jemima Lite)

Pair with your morning cup of joe and you are set!!

Celeb Crush- Sarah Jessica Parker

I love how Sarah Jessica Parker because she is always understatedly sexy and effortless!  She changes up her gorgeous locks often and I dig it!  

"I'm looking for love.

 Real love. 

Ridiculous, inconvienent, consuming, can't- live- without -eachother love."

Carrie Bradshaw-Sex and the City

Cauliflower Pizza

This pizza is amazing!!!!!!  You will totally get that "pizza indulgence" feel without the guilt!  We all attacked it like wolverines!!!!  

Cauliflower Crust Pizza

Serves 2; Adapted from Your Lighter Side.
ingredients:
1 cup cooked, riced cauliflower
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp crushed garlic
1/2 tsp garlic salt
olive oil (optional)
pizza sauce, shredded cheese and your choice of toppings*


directions:
To "Rice" the Cauliflower:
Take 1 large head of fresh cauliflower, remove stems and leaves, and chop the florets into chunks. Add to food processor and pulse until it looks like grain. Do not over-do pulse or you will puree it. (If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the whole head with a cheese grater). Place the riced cauliflower into a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 8 minutes (some microwaves are more powerful than others, so you may need to reduce this cooking time). There is no need to add water, as the natural moisture in the cauliflower is enough to cook itself.
One large head should produce approximately 3 cups of riced cauliflower. The remainder can be used to make additional pizza crusts immediately, or can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
To Make the Pizza Crust:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Spray a cookie sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, stir together 1 cup cauliflower, egg and mozzarella. Add oregano, crushed garlic and garlic salt, stir. Transfer to the cookie sheet, and using your hands, pat out into a 9" round. Optional: Brush olive oil over top of mixture to help with browning.
Bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes.
Remove from oven. To the crust, add sauce, toppings and cheese. Place under a broiler at high heat just until cheese is melted (approximately 3-4 minutes).


Enjoy!
*Note that toppings need to be precooked since you are only broiling for a few minutes.


I topped with veggies we had on hand... red, green and yellow peppers, spinach, olives, mushrooms and I grilled up some onions!  DELISH!!!

Keeping it cute while camping!

My hunny's big milestone birthday is this year so to celebrate we took a big glamping trip kidless!!!  It was amazing!!!  Even though our trip was  a bit more luxurious than the roughing it in the woods with just your sleeping bag, it still took a little thinking through to keep cute on this trip!!  Here is my list of "Keeping it Cute while Camping" essentials!

Beauty:

1.  Bobby pins- for those little braids you add into your pony when you hair is a little dirty

2.  Ole Henriksen Facial wipes- for any easy face cleansing

3.  Laura Mericer tinted Moisturizer with SPF - for your sunscreen and a little coverage

4.  Fresh Tinted Lip Balm with SPF- your lip protector with a little color

5.  Sparkly headband-for when your hair gets really dirty

6.  Elastic hair ties- for a fashionable and breakproof pony

Fashion:

1.  Sunnies- to cover any dark circles and lack of mascara

2.  Scarf-for morning breakfast and chilly nights

3.  Sweater- for all occasions that need a little snuggling

4.  White tank- to layer under everything

5.  Denim button up- to layer or wear alone

6.  Shorts- for warm days

7.  Skinnies- Dark wash to slim and skinny to fit in boots

8.  Boots- the essential in our trip and a great addition to yours

A day in the life...Alexandra and Anthony Engaged!

Warm yummy breakfast smells on a snuggly rainy day!  Alexandra of Alexandra Works dreamt up this sweet "Day in the life" concept and I am giddy for it!  Not only are Anthony and Alexandra beyond good looking they are sweet and their home exudes love and warmth!  I was soooo excited to be part of their engagement shoot with the one and only Braedon Flynn! She wanted something fresh and clean with a little sass for hair and makeup!  I mean, really!!!!  You can't make the girl look bad if you tried your hardest!!

 Their adorable shoot was featured on Inspired by This earlier this year! 

 Now go make something yummy and snuggle in with your hunny!