{TGIF Peeps}

Check out some of the links that I've been lovin' on this week:

- I’m making this for my parents next weekend with a mimosa and fresh fruit!

- A 'new to me' fashion blogthat I’m obsessed with – Gary Pepper Vintage – isn’t she gorgeous?

- And another ‘new to me’ blog I’m diggin – Amanda Jane Jones – I love the graphics they add to their “My Better Half” pics!

- If you use Instagram, check out Jeanee’s tips on her Dirty Laundry Blog – I’ve taken some notes!

- If anyone could find the artist, or where I can purchase, or find one that’s similar, or an artist that could repaint this picture – please send me an email. I really really want it!

**NOTICE** You will be seeing big changes to the blog on Monday (and over the weekend) – new name, new colors, but same content – promise!

Enjoy your weekend Peeps!

{Move Over to the Lighter Side this Spring with White on White}

No matter the article of clothing—peasant blouse, jeans, classic blazer, or a button down—white is always a fresh choice for spring and summer. I have many white separates, however, I must admit that I haven't worn the white on white look yet. Again, while browsing through Pinterest {it's what literally keeps me sane all day} I stumbled across this pic below and loved how fresh and chic it looked. I feel like we all have these separate pieces in our wardrobe - why not put them all together - right?

{shop this look here}

What do you think - would you rock the white on white trend?

{A Fur-eal Decor Trend}

A trend I'm seeing a lot over on Pinterest and home decor blogs is adding in a touch of fur to your home. Have you ever considered using faux fur {for my PETA peeps - notice I said faux - no flour bombs please} to spice up your space? From solids to prints, fur accents can add interest and drama to any room in your home. Over the weekend, I cleaned out one of my closets {as I'm getting ready to sell practically everything I own - stay tuned for more news about the sale} I found a faux fur throw blanket and pillow that I completely forgot I had. Needless to say, these aren't going to make the "sale" pile - unless the price is right, then maybe you can twist my arm. Check out a few of my fave "fur-eal" spaces below:

{Food For Thought Tuesdays: Overeating}

\Most people that are trying to lose weight have a big problem to overcome, and it's the reason why we are in the position of having to lose weight - overeating. I have certain trigger foods {french fries, nachos, and potato chips}that I simply can chow down on for hours - my brain doesn't cut off and tell me to stop until I'm to the point that I'm stuffed and uncomfortable.

I did some research to why we can't just stop at one and I learned that we have what food-industry insiders call a “bliss point,” a nirvana of the taste buds triggered by particular amounts of salt, sugar, and fat. Menu scientists {yes, that’s a job!} at popular restaurant chains and packaged-food corporations use their knowledge of the "bliss point" to manipulate your appetite, adding salt, sugar, and fat to their products in combinations that are designed to create hedonism on a plate—a taste experience so intense that it kicks the brain’s pleasure system into overdrive. It’s like a drug. And like any drug, it leads you to obsess about that moment of pleasure so much that you’ll do almost anything to prolong or relive it. The result: a bigger bottom line for them—and a bigger waistline for you.

This leads to the solution that I limit my eating out because I want to know what I'm eating, and most importantly control the portions that I allow on my plate and into my body. I save my "bliss point" for one day a week as I feel I can have it all - just not all at once....moderation is key!

What are the trigger foods that lead you to overeating?

{Weekend At A Glance}

Morning Peeps! I hope everyone had a great weekend. Mine was great and here's a little glimpse:

1 - I can never pass up an invitation for burgers and fries at Chuck's! I always get the Bear in Heaven 'little chuck" and I tried for the first time the malt vinegar aioli and I just about passed out - soooo good.

2 - I went to see Hunger Games and is was all I had hoped for and more. I can't believe we have to wait another year and a half before Catching Fire comes out - but if it's anything like Hunger Games, then it will be worth the wait. PS. How cute was Rue? I just love her...

3 - So while I was supposed to be shopping for tops this weekend, I found these gray leopard print jeans and the next thing I knew - I had a bag in my hand, with the jeans inside, walking out the store. I'm not sure if I'm going to keep them - but I kinda love em. Pants was always something I had a problem buying before, but now that I'm a couple sizes down - pants seem easy to come by - which is a good thing, except as I'm continuing to lose weight I don't need to buy a lot of bottoms that eventually I won't be able to wear in a couple of months....the joys and the pains!

4 - Can I just you that these vanilla wafers are some of the best cookies I've had in a really long time. Back in the day I would spread some Nutella on them and go to town - but now, I portion them out in baggies and allow myself 5 {3 points +} every so often. Trust me - go and get them!

How was your weekend?