It seems as though everyone is talking about the mega millions jackpot today. While that would be nice to win, I’m more concerned with a little game going on tomorrow… ku vs ohio state. I am so nervous and it’s still 24+ hours away. I am such an anxious fan. I yell. I hold my breath. I pace the room. So what’s a girl to do? Bake of course. {emotional eating}

If you’re my friend, you know my obsession for cakeballs. I like to say I’ve mastered the technique over the last few years but I’m no bakerella. So, if when we make it to the championship game, I plan to make these bad boys for a game time treat.

beak ’em!

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Have you ever had one of those weeks where you need about triple the hours in a day? where you have 10 lists going but still feel unorganized {and overwhelmed} ? I’m having one of those weeks. Not in a bad way.  To be busy is a great thing. A lucky thing in my line of work. But sometimes you need a reminder to take a breath and slow down. So, if you are feeling like me, step outside for a few minutes and enjoy the fresh, spring air. The work will be waiting for you when you get back.

when life gives you lemons limes, just add tequila.

recipe

introducing {drumroll, please} wedding wednesday!
okay, yes, it’s Thursday. But, I couldn’t wait a week to tell you about this!

Since weddings + parties are quickly becoming my main clients, I thought, why not blog about it? So I am. Every Wednesday I will feature something about weddings. It could be a style shoot, invitations, DIY projects, vendors, table settings, color scheme, etc etc. Anything that can inspire.

So, let’s kick this thing off with a wooded-wonderland style shoot that I had the pleasure of being apart of back in February. We picked the perfect, secluded cabin in the woods of Frisco, Colorado. Flannel, cotton and twigs inspired us as we gathered “camp-like” elements to create a cozy and peaceful scene.

{Here are some of my favorite images of the day}

have you seen the “hipster branding” tumblr yet? If not, give it a look.
{some of my favorites}

Adweek wrote an article about it last week and I have to agree with some of the points made. A few of the “new” logos are eye-catching and maybe more appealing, typographically, but what exactly makes them hipster?

cool or lame?
{either way, it was fun to look at}

Lately, I can’t get enough quinoa. For whatever reason, around dinner time, I find myself reaching for this yummy, little “grain” and making a meal out of it. It’s so easy and so good for you. {bonus!}

{recipe adapted from here}

{i ate too fast to get a pic so i had to take one of the leftovers}

a friend recently told me about roasted chickpeas. I hadn’t tried them before, so I gave it a go.
oh-my-goodness. they are delicious. once you pop, you can’t stop.
{and luckily, it’s pretty healthy}

Here’s what you do:

set oven to 400
rinse + dry chickpeas
sprinkle with any seasoning you’d like
spread on a cookie sheet and bake, 20-30 mins

{ideas}
craving something salty? drizzle with olive oil and top with garlic salt, pepper and chili powder
need something sweet? toss them in sugar and cinnamon.

happy snacking!

this + that

It’s a holiday weekend, so why not indulge? Eat some yummy treats (or maybe attempt to make that layered cake) and put on something cute. It’s my first St Pat’s as a “McNally” so I feel a little bit more Irish. Cheers!

{oh, and rock chalk jayhawk}

One of the best days of the year is upon us. That’s right, folks… march madness starts today. I know to some this may seem crazy but if you are a fellow jayhawk, then I know you woke up with the same anticipation and excitement nervousness that I did. While KU is generally known for its basketball program, we have also been known to, well, choke in the early rounds of the tourney. But not this year. I have a good feeling. So, round up your friends, fill out your brackets and let’s do this!
Happy cheering!

{the perfect jayhawk outfit }

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