How to win my heart

In honor of Valentines Day, I figure I talk about the writing prompt from Momfessionals had posted last week- How to Win my Heart.

Well , the way to win my heart is….

To make me laugh- Tell me a silly joke, talk about Penelope like a real human, and make up a ridiculous story about the people sitting across from us, make a silly face.Laughing is one of the best feelings, especially those belly laughs that seem to go on forever and you cannot catch you breath. I love to laugh and its just fun.

To support me in whatever I am doing- If I tell you I'm going to write a children's book, support that dream of mine. Let me tell you ideas and give me feedback. This is so important, most of the time, the women are always supporting their partners and its so nice to know that your partner will support you just as much as you support them.

To love your family as much as I love mine- My family is everything to me- they are my friends, confidants, and support system. If you can love your family just as much as I love my family, you are got some brownie points.

and finally,

To love me for me-  do not compare me to your ex's or to celebrities, I am me, crazy hair, goofy smile, BIG heart and a whole lot to love. I may be a handful sometimes but most of the the time I will be there for you, cracking jokes and smiling beside you on this crazy thing we call life.

There you have it,  how to win my heart.

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Cinnamon Vanilla French Toast

This quote from Julia Child is great especially for a new cook like me! Since learning how to cook,  one of my favorite things to cook is breakfast.  I love that French Toast sounds so hard and looks so delicate but its so easy to make. Eric always asks me to make him French Toast because it’s just THAT good! I wanted to  share my secret with you so you can fall in love with it too! Enjoy Mama's French 

Mama’s French Toast

Serving: 2

Ingredients:

4 pieces of bread (I use Pepperidge Farm Thin slices)

4 Eggs

1 Teaspoon of Vanilla Extract

2- 4 Shakes of Cinnamon Sugar

½ teaspoon of Butter

Large frying Pan

Spatula

Knife

Fork

Mixing bowl

Whisk

I made one serving for myself.

1. Gather all the ingredients and crack the 4 eggs into the bowl. Whisk the eggs until they are scrambled. Add 1 teaspoon of Vanilla Extract and a couple of shakes of Cinnamon Sugar. Whisk the ingredients a little more and then put it off to the side. 
   
   
2. Take a pat of butter and put it into the bottom of the frying pan and light the stove. Coat the bottom and a little up the sides of the pan, ensuring nothing will stick.
   
   
3. Take one piece of bread and dip one side of the bread into the egg mixture and then flip it over to coat the other side. Place the piece of bread with the egg mixture on it into the frying pan. Repeat with the other piece of bread. Since only 2 pieces of bread can fit into the pan at a time. You will need to repeat this step twice.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
4. Let the French toast cook on one side for a few minutes, checking to make sure its not burning with the spatula. Flip the bread over when its cooked to your desired color.
   
   
   
   
   
5. Once the French Toast is cooked, take it out of the griddle and place it on the plate. 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
6. If there is egg mixture left over, pour that into the frying pan to make scrambled eggs in addition to the French toast.
   
   
   

Place the food on the plate and Bon Appetite!

What is your favorite breakfast food to cook?

Giving up (for Lent)

Eric and I have a challenge between each other- this year for Lent we are each giving something up to improve our lifestyles.

Lent is the forty days before Easter when we fast from something in our lives to prepare for Easter. As a kid, I always remember hating Lent because I didn't want to give up anything. I used to give up things I couldn't have- peanut butter, coffee etc. I thought that was the perfect way around Lent. As  I have gotten older, I've didn't give up things but decided to dedicate my time to doing good for someone else.

This year Eric and I are giving up things that will not only be better for our lifestyle but for our health. I am giving up candy and cookies for Lent. Eric is giving up fast food and take out. Eric and I both live pretty active lives and we both exercise regularly. I think this will be the perfect little challenge for us to do and keep each other accountable. I know this will be hard for me because my will power for sweets is very low. I hope to replace what I am giving up with healthy options.

I am very curious to see how we do and who wins this!

Are you giving up anything tomorrow for Lent?

Super Bowl Predictions

In honor of the Superbowl today, I am making my predictions based on 5 notso scientifically based criteria- (QT) quarterbacks, (who has the) Tight(est) Ends, (Cuter) Cheerleader Uniforms, (Better) Mascots and (Best) team colors to wear. Here is what I think:

Based on the Jersey Boy tight end, the cute cheerleader outfits, and the team colors, I think Panthers will win the Superbowl.

Who do you think will win this year?

Oh Hey Cupid....

Happy FriYAY! In honor of Valentine's Day( and Galentine's Day) being next week, I decided to share some of my favorite picks from Nordstroms. These gifts are perfect for all the women in your lives. 

 pjs/// blanket//// book

pillow/// water bottle

perfume/// clutch

What is your favorite gift to give to your GALentines and VALentines? 

Ps. I found this perfect Galentine to give to all your BIFFS

Source

 Thank you Leslie Knope for this awesome holiday to celebrate your BIFF!

pps. There are no affialiate links in this post. I really love Nordstroms and you should too!

Be Still My Heart: February Goals

I thought about my February goals for a while and I think I came up with a list of things that are meaningful yet something I actually want to accomplish. Each of these goals were picked intentionally and for a specific reason.

Use my Erin Condren Planner more Efficiently// I bought this back in August and for the most part, I use it to keep track of my life. Last month, I don't think I used it at all. I want to incorporate my blog planning (for both Everyday Jersey Girl and for Snkr_Post) and also keep track what  I wear each day.

Exercise 1/2 the month// This is a continuing goal for me, I love that I have been seeing results from the past couple of months of training and yoga. I plan to work out at least 14 days this month.

#Gracenotperfection// I see this hashtag all over the internet and I decided to research it and I found that this is exactly what I need. I put so much pressure on myself to get things done and to be perfect. I need to remember that I can't always do everything I planned but I can try my hardest to gracefully complete as much as I can.

Limit candy and sweets// It's no secret that I am a huge candy addict. I have little  no will power when it comes to sweets. I would like to keep better control of this. Any one got any ideas how to do that?

Well, I am excited about my goals for this month and I cannot wait to see what the month holds for me!

What are your goals for the month?

Check, Check and Check: January Goal Review

Is it just me or did January fly by in a blink of an eye? I swear it was just New Years Day then my birthday and Bam! Its January 30! Since its the end of the month, lets review my goals I set for this month:

Be More Present// I did really good with this goal. I put my phone and enjoyed the moment a lot more. I made memories that weren't photographed and I had a lot of fun with this.

Exercise half the month//  I sorta completed this! I ended up working out only 10 days this month. An early morning weekly yoga class, weekly training and optional Saturday class, helped a lot.  I end up walking a whole lot during the day and I feel like its paying off- I am starting to feel stronger!

Organize living areas//  This one was sortanot completed. I organized my desk and my dresser but not my clothes. My clothes and closet are my biggest area that needs to be organized and it just didn't happen this month. This will be accomplished later in the year

send out FIVE handwritten cards/// This was an easy one to complete. Between my birthday and just hi notes I sent out more than five notes. I was excited to use my stash of thank you notes!

I am sad to see this month go but I am excited to see what the rest of the year holds.

Did you complete your goals this month?