Weekend Things

I know you guys can't keep yourselves from coming back to this blog time and time again. For recipes and my witty banter, of course. But in case you need some convincing, here's what's on tap for next Monday.

// Sneak Peek //

No-bake chocolate + lime pie with a chocolate almond-walnut-pretzel crust.

Simple + vegan + option for gluten-free + sweetened with maple syrup, not sugar.

(Go buy a few limes this weekend in preparation!)

// Good Reads // 

 "I'm Glad Someone told Me to Stop Breastfeeding in Public" via Huff Post Parents

NYC Income Judged by Subway Line via The New Yorker

// Earth Day Reads //

8 Simple Ways to Live Greener via For the Love of Food

Organic Gardening Tips w/ Christy Wilhelmi (author: Gardening for Geeks) 

7 of the Greatest Environmental Success Stories via Slate

// Smart Ideas //

I love this 30 Piece Wardrobe concept -- maybe start small + shoot for 50?

Converting the upstairs closet into a laundry station like this one.

For summer trips -- 14 days in a carry-on bag.

// Fashion Finds //

Big sale on ASICS + Saucony running apparel.

Deep discounts on these Lucchese boots + bags.

Spring basics by American Apparel -- my favorite.

// Homemade Skincare //

Olive Oil Face Wash via Clumsy but Balanced

Skin Brightening Toner via Shwin & Shwin

Anyone develop a homemade La Mer cream yet?

// Spring Cleaning Update //

In the past week, we've cleared out 17 bags of yard waste, 8 bags of donation clothing/items,

a van full of items to sell at a yard sale, and tons of random recycling + garbage.

So much progress! I can't wait to share some of our tips.

// Grocery Cents //

Considering starting to buy bulk ingredients online.

Specifically organic baking ingredients I go through so quickly.

//  Tasty Treats //

Spaghetti Squash "Noodles" w/ Peanut-Lime Sauce via The First Mess

Tomato Soup w/ Poached Eggs via Martha Stewart Online

Thai Mango Salad via Veggie Wedgie 

// Giveaway Winner //

And the winner (Nayonaise) is #39 . . . Kiley!

I'll be in touch with you soon. In the meantime -- make those Gluten-Free Waffles!

And buy a waffle maker, because I'll be posting a savory waffle sandwich next week :)

Here's what you may have missed this week on Writing Chapter Three -- talk of naps, baby #2, weaning, and free outdoor fun:


Have a great weekend!

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Hump Day Yoga: Reader Feature

I planned to post a couple beginning poses for today's Hump Day Yoga today. But for whatever reason, I accidentally deleted the photos Stephen took of me. They're. Just. GONE! Ugh. So, I'll be sure to share some of my favorite beginners yoga poses NEXT week. I didn't want to skip another installment of HDY, so I came up with a fun idea.

READER FEATURE.

Here's the deal: I'm on this blog all the time looking silly in all my photos. Not silly, but -- come on. I stuck my butt up in the air to show you all crow in last week's post. I even went head over heels for you to attempt a half-scorpion. Now, it's your turn!

Strike your favorite pose and send us a photo. Next week, we'll post what y'all send us in a special edition of Hump Day Yoga: Reader Feature -- because all Wednesday next week will be about yoga. You don't need have a blog. Or a Flickr or other photo account. You don't even need to edit your photo (I can make 'em smaller, etc.)

Most important: You need not be a yoga pro to join in on the fun. Just get out there and stretch. Try something new. Master something old. Inspiration can be found right over here.

Try some yoga at your favorite landmark (in this case, Textor Ball at Ithaca College, our alma mater) . . .


Or maybe some outdoor yoga wearing sunglasses and toting your favorite pet . . .



There's no right or wrong way to do it. Just slap on your yoga pants, find a camera-savvy friend to snap a photo, do your thing, and email it to us at neverhomemaker@gmail.com. Also be sure to include your first name, blog address (if you have one), and name of pose, if you know it. And, of course, if you have questions, just ask.


Also be sure to get your copy of our free poster. Our gift to you as we celebrate reaching 906 subscribers!

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Blog Love Fest: Special Edition

Welcome to a very special edition of Blog Love Fest! In previous months, I've posted a link list to share the love -- to share what our readers are writing about in their own blogs. Then I took the list down and started from scratch the next month. It's been working out great, and we've been getting some fantastic participation (just check out last month's edition).

But last night, I got a better idea. Why not start a blogLOVEroll? So, that's what I would like to do with this month's BLF.

Here's how it works. Just click below to add your blog name, name, and category to the link list. The category part is super important because it's how I'll organize the blogLOVEroll. I don't want to be too exclusive, but I'd like to stick to the following categories (the ones that best match the interest of our readers).

• Food
• Vegan/Vegetarian Food
• Fitness
• Style
• Home
• Budget
• Healthy Living

If you think I've forgotten a category that matches the theme of (never home)maker, please leave a comment. Try to pick the category that represents the majority (top percentage) of your content. Just follow my example below . . .



You have until April 30th to add yourself to the list. After that point, I'll be making a tab on the top of our page where all of your links will be listed. Please note that adult and inappropriate sites will be removed. But, really, it's that easy! So, don't be shy! Share away . . . and if you've got friends who blog, send 'em this way. My goal is to get together a nice list for everyone to check out that will be permanent on the site.

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Blog Love Fest: March 2010

It's that time again: Blog Love Fest! Last month, 63 of you participated. We're blown away! So, if you'd like to check out previous love fests, just look at the December, January, and February posts. Want to participate this month? Here's how . . . (and PS: if you added your blog last month -- feel MORE than free to add it again!)

Just click below to enter your NAME, BLOG NAME, and BLOG ADDRESS (or website, or Flickr account, whatever web-way your express yourself -- note: adult and inappropriate sites will be removed), and it'll be shared on this post for all those other (never home)makers to see. Also: If you're reading this post from your favorite feed reader, you'll need to hop onto www.neverhomemaker.com -- the list won't show up unless you're on the site.

It's that easy! So, don't be shy! Share away . . . and if you've got friends who blog, send 'em this way. My goal is to get together a nice list for everyone to check out. I'll post a button on my sidebar so we can enjoy 'em till April!

Pssst: You have until March 20th, then the list is closed until the next Blog Love Fest in April.


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Blog Love Fest: February 2010

It's that time again: Blog Love Fest! But yet, this time it's even more special because it's the month-o-love. If you'd like to check out previous love fests, just look at the December and January posts. Want to participate? Here's how . . . (and PS: if you added your blog last month -- feel MORE than free to add it again!)

Just click below to enter your NAME, BLOG NAME, and BLOG ADDRESS (or website, or Flickr account, whatever web-way your express yourself -- note: adult & inappropriate sites will be removed), and it'll be shared on this post for all those other (never home)makers to see. Also: If you're reading this post from your favorite feed reader, you'll need to hop onto www.neverhomemaker.com -- the list won't show up unless you're on the site.

It's that easy! So, don't be shy! Share away . . . and if you've got friends who blog, send 'em this way. My goal is to get together a nice list for everyone to check out during this month-o-love. I'll post a button on my sidebar so we can enjoy 'em till March!

Pssst: You have until February 14th (how appropriate, right?), then the list is closed until the next Blog Love Fest in March.



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