{weekend notes}

Posted in Adventure, California, Camping, Cool spots, Food, foodie, friday, jcrew addict, ootd, Outfit Details, Summertime, weekend by xoxostacyb

Hello + Happy Monday! Did you wake up motivated? Or are you dragging ass? I fall in the later category. Is too much sleep a real thing? I’m currently downing my second cup of joe ready to kick some ass, kinda!

Intentions for the week:

~~Style my nightstand~~ – (Did you catch the dets on {a little of this + a little of that})
~~Get Bay packed for Tahoe~~ – (Her closet is empty)
~~Seka Hills Fireworks-~~ – (Always a good time)
~~Pull out all our red, white + blue decor~~ – (Even thought there wasn’t a bike parade :()
~~Make flag luminaries~~ – (Coming Wednesday…stay tuned!)
~~Create an appetizer with watermelon~~ – (Has anyone tried the {watermelon bruschetta})
NO online purchases ALL week FML! – (Epic FAIL! Too many good sales to pass up)
~~70 oz water daily~~ – (Killed it….till the weekend)
~~Decide on one thing to give up for 30 days…this is tricky!~~ – (I may be setting myself up for a massive failure)
~~Track down some new foodie finds~~ – (ohhhh, ACV drinks…sharing the details Friday)
~~Pay Park Winters a visit~~ – (Spent the most magical afternoon at my very first influencer event. We’ll be chatting more about that)

Last weeks Intentions: {weekend notes}

Highlights from the weekend:

Girlfriends //

Kicked off the weekend with dinner + drinks with this babes at Morgan’s!

Ended up doing the walk of shame down the alley to the Stag. Haven’t done that in YEARS!

Birds eye view

Friday night shenanigans //

When your phone has about 40 of these……

Thanks for all the laughs girls ♥

And one really blurry “good one” ha!

My dress from last weeks post: {10 habits by rachel hollis}

I really came for the nacho bar

Check out Jamie James + her no-fear crazy chicks

Always admiring the sun when it shines through my dungeon house

Playing with a new recipe…..watermelon + mint + feta are the main characters. Coming to the blog this week!!!

Saturday morning 79 degrees at 7:30 am! NOPE!

Heading for the coast STAT!

Just a few of my summer time favorites that I packed up.

Hat: Nordstrom

Slides: Target

Bandana: J.Crew

Cut-offs: Madewell

Peace Sign Tee: Madewell

Bamboo bag: Amazon

Still working on a Summer Staples blog post. Hopefully I can get it out this week or next!!!

Repeat Offender // wearing this chambray tank AGAIN! Please excuse the rookie tank lines…lol.

Dillon Beach //

Have you ever seen that many peeps posted on Dillon Beach? Me either. I’ve never endured that kind of traffic either! EVERYONE and their mother’s headed to the coast to beat the heat!

Crabbing + Bud Lights go hand in hand

I think I brought the guys luck! Ha! Can’t decide which one of these I like better.

Crab vs. Cory

Hmmm.

Beautiful day on the water

I pulled this crab net and let me tell you, it was heavy AF! No wonder! It was also full AF!

First time we’ve caught all Dungeness crab. Last time we only pulled rock crab.

Watching the sunset in Jenner, CA

Dinner at River’s End. Everytime we pass this restaurant I always say some day I want to stop. But there is NEVER any parking. Which must mean this place is legit.

There just to happen to be 1 spot. So we stopped! Bucket list CHECK! √

River’s End is perched on a bluff overlooking the Russian River where it greets the Pacific Ocean. It’s fucking magical!

Oh and the chard, it was fantastic too!

I didn’t take any photos of our food other than the butter, ha! As you can see, even the butter had amazing presentation. The food was to die for! I read that they prefer you save your phones + photos for the outdoors. Once I read that, I obliged. It was really hard though…lol.

The views from this place were seriously out of a magazine.

We set up camp at Casini Ranch. The ONLY campground with a spot left. Like I said, the amount of peeps at the coast was absolutely unreal!

Homeward bound lead us through Occidental. Which I’ve been to once. After a girls trip to the Happy Hideout. I think it was the time we left Bodega and stopped for breakfast? I got violently ill. I belive it was a possible case of the bottle flu. So this quant little town looked pretty new to me 🙂

Pit stop for Michelada’s + breakfast burritos at El Mariachi Cafe. Total dive Mexican restaurant, but their food was bomb.com

We went though Sepastopol, which I’d also never visited. Such a cute town. I want to spend more time and dig in to all it has to offer.

We took every back road we could find. Which lead us to another spot I’ve always wanted to stop at…..The Fremont Diner.

This place has been on my radar since Gal Meets Glam blogged about it back in March 2016,

I had no idea what I got myself into. I needed about 2 hours to check this whole place out. That cute trailer is where you place to-go orders.

I highly recommend the peanut butter shake!

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21Jun2018

{summer to-do’s}

Posted in Adventure, California, Community, Cooking, Cool spots, Crafting, diy, fashion, hiking, kids, Lake Tahoe, mom & me, Movies, ootd, Organization, Outfit Details, Random shit, Summertime, To-Do's, travel, Twinning, weekend by xoxostacyb

Hey Girl,

Consider today the OFFICIAL kick off to summer. Happy Summer Solstice!

Summer’s here! Which means it’s time to take a deep breath and savor everything the season has to offer. In your happy place. Whether that means sitting by the ocean. Camping under the stars. Sipping rosé in your own backyard. Dinning al fresco. Gardening!

You know I love a good seasonal to-do list by now. I couldn’t be more excited to write down ALL THE THINGS we’re planning to try out this summer.

Because in the end, memories aren’t made by sitting around waiting for them to happen, but from when you get out and live.

2018 Summer To-Do’s

Stop the Ice Cream Truck for a treat
Watch the Fireworks at Seka Hills
Family camping trip at Lake Francis
~~Make a donut board~~
Visit Mrs. Grossman’s Sticker Factory
~~Find the perfect white jeans~~
~~Stop for oysters at~~ ~~Hog Island~~
Binge watch Big Little Lies
~~Craft with horseshoes~~
~~Hike all over Lake Tahoe~~
~~Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament weekend~~
~~Master the panzanella salad~~
~~Use Bay’s instax mini on all our adventures~~
Create DIY Polaroid display of our summer

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5Jun2018

{may in review}

Posted in Bay Bakes, California, Community, Cooking, Cool spots, Crafting, Decor, diy, family, fashion, fitness, Food, foodie, friends, Gift Guide, hiking, Holidays, home, instagram, jcrew addict, Kaia, kid style, kids, Kitchen, mom & me, ootd, Outfit Details, Products, Random shit, Recipe, Spring, Trader Joes, weekend by xoxostacyb

In case you missed it, let’s review what went down in May…..

23 blog posts.

Some of my highest viewing stats, thanks to the Patron sale at Nugget + my Mother’s Day Gift Guide!

Something else that caught my attention, I had views from 44 other countries. Forty four! Crazy, right? I’m really not even sure how that happens.

Here’s a little re-cap on what we chatted about in May:

{currently craving // may} should I do this again for June?

Bay requests this {crunchy iceberg salad bowls} weekly

According to stats this was my highest viewed post for May {gift guide: mother’s day}

{friday 5} this post came in second…all because that Patron sale at Nugget lol.

{weekend notes} a weekend full of Spring Show

The prettiest summer salad I ever did meet {strawberry + beet salad}

{kaia BRIK goals} meeting my goals, but missed two classes in the last 6 weeks (not bad, not bad)

{april in review} and 2 cute Target dresses

{friday 5} homemade pickled onions + a madewell top I love

Another good one {weekend notes} Mother’s Day + Lucky In Kentucky + my strawberry + baby daisy naked cake

Taco Tuesday {sheet pan shrimp fajitas} with a side of guac…yummm

This {floral top + random thoughts} is another one that’s been on maj repeat + it’s currently marked down to $17!!

Getting a little hippie-dippie with these {floral + herb smudge stick diy}

Now I want to go home and clean my fridge again after looking at this {friday 5} And I’m happy to report….Bay + I are still doing our Friday morning Starbucks dates too ♥

{weekend notes} celebrating GG + pool dates + hiking…that was a damn good weekend

So, {do you kimono} now?

Bay Bakes {oatmeal peanut butter cookies}

Only 2 1/2 days of school left, do you have your {teacher gift} ready? Loved getting tagged in everyone’s pics that duplicated this fun gift idea.

Still obsessed with this crop top from {friday 5}

Anyone made these {mexican burgers} yet?

Spending the weekend checking out Cory’s old stomping grounds on {weekend notes}

Currently want to tie dye everything after making these {tie dye napkin diy}

Have you added any of these {food finds} to your TJ’s list

What a month!

Once again, BIG thank you to you for clicking on this website and reading. Thank you for sending me pictures of the cute tops you order from the blog. Tagging me in your pictures on insta stories. Texting me for that recipe. Tips on how to make the naked cake. You guys really do make my day ♥

And in other news, the dress of my dreams arrived last night. Remember the one I told you about yesterday on {weekend notes}?

I bought this dress for an event. Otherwise, I would have no place to wear it. Ha! I’m not a big get super dressed up type.

It’s like a gown. Never, I have ever owned a dress like this. The quality is top-notch. It’s elegant. Classic. The color is so vibrant. Super faltering silhouette…almost like it was tailored. The ruffle details are perfectly placed. And it has pockets! Basically the ultimate summer statement dress. Exactly what I was looking for.

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1Jun2018

{friday 5}

Posted in California, Community, Cool spots, Food, foodie, friday, kids, mom & me, Spring, Target by xoxostacyb

Alas, June rolls in! #holycowhowdidthathappen Ha!

This weather just screams summertime. I cant even express my excitement. With only 5 more days of school left, we are ready to say the least! We’re currently planning out our summer. Weekend trips. Tahoe stays. Pool days. Bucket List. Love the idea of these giant summer calendars to keep all your plans in motion.

What’s on your family’s Summer to-do’s? Do you have a fun vacation planned?

It’s Friday, so let’s chat about 5 things on my mind……..

ONE – Before I die…… // Has anyone stopped by and written on the wall? We’re driven by it time and time again, but never stopped. This week I added it to our intentions for the week and we make it happen. I love seeing our little town participate in such a cool art exhibit. Put it on your weekend to-do’s. Let your kids write what comes to mind. It’s cute to see what they’re thinking. Take your own chalk and find a space!

Originally created by artist Candy Chang on an abandoned wall in New Orleans, Before I Die is a global art project that invites community participation. This public wall has been produced more than 2,000 times in 70 countries, and presented in 35 languages. The participatory art exhibit invites passers-by to complete the sentence, “Before I die, I want to…” by writing on the wall with chalk to contribute a heartfelt wish, a goal, or an intention.

TWO – I did it Sign // Hey Mama’s, I got yo ass covered for those last day of school pics next week. Can you believe that one week from today….school’s out for the summer. (now the song is stuck in my head) Click on the link below and print!

I Did It! (free printable)

THREE – Target + Museum Of Ice Cream Colab // Coming to Target’s kids department + freezer section! Mark your calendar for this Sunday, June 3rd! The collection will highlight Museum of Ice Cream’s playful, pastel-hued fun! Think gummy bear graphic tees. Then July 8th, seven ice cream flavors launch. Nana Banana + Cherrylicious + Chocolate Crush + Churro Churro (OMG) + Vanillionaire AND Museum of Ice Cream’s signature flavors: Pinata + Sprinkle Pool! Just one more reason to love good ol Target!!!

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29May2018

{weekend notes}

Posted in Adventure, California, Cool spots, friends, hiking, Holidays, Spring, weekend, Wine Tasting by xoxostacyb

Welcome back from the long weekend. Hope yours was sunny + fun-filled + relaxing!

And apparently today is Tuesday, not Monday. Which I didn’t realize most of this morning. I’m all thrown off. Here’s to probably getting it wrong everyday this week 🙂

Intentions for the week:

~~Wash all the sliders~~ ~~(like really good)~~ (clean windows are everything)
~~Go through Bay’s closet #fuckinggrowthspurt~~ (got rid of more than we kept)
~~List all her clothes on online yardsale~~ (we made over $90..thanks FB friends)
~~Buy clothes that actually fit her, again!~~ (thank you target clearance section)
~~Set a pretty outdoor table~~ (did you see {tie dye napkin diy})
~~Log all food in My Fitness Pal (totally failed last week)~~ (Pre-logging is a game changer)
~~Mani + pedi’s for the BIG 6th grade dance~~ (She picked the prettiest pale pink)
~~Throw together a quinoa salad with shit I already have in the fridge + pantry~~ (bomb.com)
~~Make more almond butter…yummm~~ (so good on apples + rice cakes + spoonfuls)
~~Checkout the Before I die wall on Main Street~~ (really cool, check it out)
Play at the new park in town
~~Work on our Summer Bucket List~~ (we’re going to have a fun/busy summer)

Highlights from the weekend:

Festive ice cubes

Picked up a large ice-cube mold from World Market. Added some strawberries + raspberries + blueberries.

Kayaking Blue Lakes

Crazy peaceful

Check out that set-up. Yeti + Tackle Box + Fishing pole! His heaven!

Beautiful day on the lake

Fishing pit-stops

Lots of Bud Light Limes

Lots of “little fish” – Everett

Picnic lunch. A turkey sandwich is always so damn good!

Finding hiking trails

Rope swings

Checking out the local Ukiah watering holes

Dinner at Cory’s favorite – The Broiler

Bathroom selfies. The only time I wore sleeves all weekend.

When you ask for the smallest cut of prime rib and they bring you a piece the size of your head.

Views from our room at the Redwood House

View of Lake Mendocino from the porch! It really doesn’t get more beautiful.

We spent a lot of time sitting right here!

Coffee in the morning. Cocktails in the afternoon 🙂

Took Everett fishing

His first fish. If only you could have seen how excited he was. He caught 3 more right after this.

Cory showing Everett all the cool spots he used to fish as a kid

That reflection though……

Wine tasting at Barra

Their Rosé + chard were my faves, as always.

Built to resemble an upside down champagne glass. So cool inside.

Can’t wait to try out Testa next month when we go back.

Potter Valley Rodeo, the main attraction of the weekend

Keg beer + sunshine + cowboy boots ♥

I can’t remember the last time I went to a rodeo.

Small town signs are the best….

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25May2018

{friday 5}

Posted in Adventure, California, Celebrity News, Cooking, Cool spots, fashion, Food, foodie, friday, Holidays, jcrew addict, Nordstrom, old navy, ootd, Outfit Details, Random shit, Recipe, sale, Spring, Target by xoxostacyb

Memorial Day Weekend always gets me so excited. The unofficial start of Summer! Just reminds me of everything that’s right around the corner. Longer evening. Sunny days. Pool days. Barbecuing. Cut-off + flip flops. Lots of cold rosé. Happy hours. Family vacations. Celebrations. Long weekends. There is no better way to welcome summer, than to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend.

Weekend plans: Potter Valley Rodeo! I haven’t been to a rodeo in yearrrsss. Pretty pumped to dust off my shit kickers. Some kayaking is on the agenda. Lots of beer drinking. And sunshine. Whatever you do, make it a good one!

ONE – Saved By The Max // Did anyone else DIE over the Vanderpump Rules cast at The Max? Raise your hand if you grew up on Saved By The Bell? Zack ♥ You guys, I googled that shit. There is a legit pop-up in West Hollywood. It’s called Saved By The Max. ANYONE can go. It looks just like the Max too! Kinda like the Museum Of Ice Cream + The Color Factory, but all about Saved By The Bell. Basically it’s a place to go and get all the cool pictures that are wayyy insta worthy!

$40 a person and you can choose Brunch or Dinner in either The Max or Mr. Belding’s Office.

Check it out here: Saved By The Max

I really aged myself when I tried to have a convo with Bay about it…Ha! “What’s Saved By The Bell?”

Check out Vanderpump Rules visit here: Photos Of The ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Cast Channeling ‘Saved By The Bell’ Will Make ‘90s Kids So Nostalgic

TWO – Cilantro Vinaigrette // You will want to put this shit on EVERYTHING! Swear. Sandwiches. Salads. Over cheese…yum. Put a dollop over hummus. Toss with your veggies and roast. I even added some to ranch dressing. WOW! I’m going to marinade chicken in the little bit that I have left. It’s got a little kick, but Bay didn’t seem to notice.

I’m tell you this stuff is gold.

Here’s what you’ll need:

big ass bunch of cilantro (or 2 small ones)
1/2 cup olive oil (still in love with Seka Hills evoo)
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Toss everything in the food processor. Blend for about 1 minutes, until everything is nice and smooth.

Pour into a mason jar and pop in the fridge.

THREE – Crop Top // Boxy + cropped + structured = perfect. Just gimme all the crop tops! I’m hooked on this look. Front tucked. Totally tucked. Loving it! And it’s pink. Not only am I a sucker for a good striped tee, you make it pink and sold! If you’re down with crop tops, grab this before it’s gone!

Setlist Boxy Top

FOUR – Memorial Day Sales // Whether you’re staying home for the long weekend or hitting the road, you MUST take a moment to check out all the crazy sales going on this weekend. NOW is the time to scoop up some Summery stuff at a discounted price.

Nordstrom Half Yearly sale. Up to 40% off some good shit! You need this, this + this for starters! Marc Fisher’s Espadrille for under $100! Free People fringe sweater. Lush Knit Maxi for under $40!

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21May2018

{weekend notes}

Posted in Adventure, Bay Bakes, California, Celebrity News, Cooking, Cool spots, family, foodie, friday, friends, hiking, home, Kid Food, kids, mom & me, Spring, weekend by xoxostacyb

It’s Monday friends! Did anyone else notice that there are ONLY 12 days of school left? You guys, summer is almost here! This weekend felt like summer. The sun was shinning. We spent as much time as possible outdoors. Family time. Spent time with friends. Good rosé. Delicious dinners.

Intentions for the Week:

Last weeks intentions: {weekend notes}

Highlights from the weekend…….

Celebrating GG’s 93rd Birthday //

She told me that with 3 new grand-grand babies on the way, come December she will have 21 great-grands. That’s pretty damn impressive. This photo below is just a handful of them ♥

GG + baby Daniel

GG + her homegirl Dot. GG’s mean-muggin.

Kid table

Cousins. Missing two. Can you believe that between us, there are 21 kids? Crazy!

The Royal Wedding //

Anyone else get up at the butt-crack of dawn to watch the royal wedding? I had to. Then when right back to sleep. Woke up with Bay and watched it all over again.

So gorgeous. I do think her dress was a little understated and was kind of swallowing her. But dress #2 made up for it.

Bay Bakes //

Bay made the best oatmeal peanut butter cookies. Recipe coming this week!

Skinny, Skinny Margs //

While I made margs…Ha!

Babysitter Bay //

We had a special visitor for a couple of hours. Bay is officially babysitting.

Pool platter //

Snacks for a pool date with my Mom + her homegirl.

I can get used to days like this!

Ended up hanging out with these chicks, not once, but twice this weekend. We laughed a lot.

Skinny, Skinny Margs round 2

Pool date #2 //

Bay’s turn to have friends over for a pool date

Charcuterie (kiddie) platter #2

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30Apr2018

{weekend notes}

Posted in Adventure, backpacking, California, Camping, Cool spots, family, hiking, Kaia, kids, Spring, travel, weekend by xoxostacyb

Happy Monday! Did you know we are on week 18 of 2018? I read it somewhere and thought, WOW! That happened quick. This week is a busy week. Like real busy. I was updating my iPhone notes “shit to do” and it basically said: Spring Show shit. Monday – Sunday.

But, more importantly….how was your weekend? Did you get to enjoy some sunshine. Sleep in. Hang with your faves. And sneak in some relaxation + self-care.

I gotta say, we had a good one.

Intentions for the week:

~~Survive Spring Show~~ – barely
~~Try to cook/eat healthy during the busy ass week~~ – 1 minor pizza slip-up otherwise pretty damn good!
~~Send back all the ugly shit I ordered/bought~~ – thank god for free-returns
~~Blog: Currently Craving for May~~ – What did you guys think? {currently craving // may}
~~Kill it at Kaia. BRIK has officially begun~~. – Didn’t miss a class…whoop whoop
~~Chill on the chard….just a little.~~ – didn’t have a glass…WTF?
Celebrate my oldest nephew’s b-day – Missed it due to Spring Show weigh-in 🙁
~~GATE Art Show~~ – ♥
~~At home pedi’s with Bay~~ –
~~Move around patio furniture~~ – All the details coming soon!
~~Make pickled red onions~~ – OMG yumm!

Last weeks Intentions: {weekend notes}

Highlights from the weekend……

Casini Ranch 2018 camping trip was a blast!

You know it’s been a good weekend when your abs hurt from laughing so much. Never a dull moment with the family ♥

I never got around to blogging about our 2017 Casini Trip. It was equally as good! That’s what brought us back. The perfect campground for families. Daily activities for the kids. Ice cream social. Bonfires. Feeding the Casini horses. Panning for rocks. Bike rides. And of course the river. If you’re looking for a new place to camp, I suggest you try out Casini.

The Ukiah Brown fire-pit made its second appearance.

Messy camp

Burgers around the fire

Morning cuddle with my sweet nephew

He digs insta-filters

Queen of the castle

When Mom’s in-charge of breakfast….she doesn’t mess around.

Guernville has pretty walls

And so many fun spots

Guerneville Bank Club is the cutest. This place even has a photo booth.

Inside you find: Chile Pie Baking Co // Nimble and Finns Ice Cream // Jar Jam (local gems) // Tasting Room // Museum

Chile Pies Baking Co…..yummmm

I found my heaven! See ya later!

Ice cold $6 cans of chard can also be found here.

Home of the best town sign. I stop and snap a picture here every.single.time.

Ocean Trails

Necessities

Dead or alive? I have no clue.

Those succulents though

Our State Flower is breathtaking (excuse Callie ass for the photo bomb)

Scaling cliffs…in flip flops with a beer in hand! #skills

The fishing spots

Cory fishes

Callie + I collect coffee table treasures.

I came up with the best way to display these one-of-a-kind ocean finds. I’ll be sharing soon!

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27Apr2018

{friday 5}

Posted in California, Camping, Cooking, Decor, diy, Food, foodie, Products, Random shit, Recipe, Spring, Target by xoxostacyb

Fri-Day! Planning on taking full advantage of the weekend and get some relaxing in. Next week is Spring Show….aka shit show. Only kidding. It’s just a very busy week. And a good week. Bay entered a baked good. Table setting. And has a pig. If you’re looking for us, we’ll be at the fairgrounds.

Weekend plans? We’re hitting the road. Camping on the Russian River. I love camping. It’s a lot of work and all, but being outdoors, roughin it a little bit. Drinking from sun up till sun down (the best part in my book) S’mores. Sitting around the campfire laughing till your belly hurts. That’s what we’ll be up too.

Ok, let the weekend begin!

One – Fruit Bowl // Found it. Actually my Mom found it, within minutes. I legit scoured Target.com for this wooden pedestal bowl I used in {orange table setting} for about 30 minutes. I search pedestal. Wooden bowl. You name it. But, fruit bowl? That’s just dumb Target. It looks very Pottery Barn-ish with a Target price tag. Anyway, I got lots of messages about it. So here ya go….

Turned Wood Fruit Bowl – Threshold

TWO – Polenta Croutons // Same idea as polenta fries. These crispy little things are the perfect addition to any salad. I still swear by Robin Nelson’s famous salad. Mixed greens. Brianna’s Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing. Blue cheese crumbles. Sliced cherry tomatoes. Croutons. The only thing I’ve changed: thinly sliced red onion. And of course, polenta croutons. Shake it up in a big trash bag and pour into a salad bowl. It’s a crowd pleaser. When you make this salad, remember to give Robin a shout out!

Polenta Croutons:

18oz tube pre-cooked polenta
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons parmesan
Salt + pepper

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil or a silpat.

Chop polenta into cubes. Don’t bother making them perfect….just try to keep them about the same size so the cook evenly.

Toss chopped polenta + the rest of the ingredients into a bowl.

Place polenta croutons on prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

Flip and bake an additional 15 minutes. Or until golden brown and crisp.

How many polenta croutons should one eat in a sitting? Asking for a friend.

These little fuckers are dangerous…just FYI!

Robin Nelson’s Famous Salad with polenta croutons.

THREE – Mascara Primer // New Product alert. I know I say this all the time, but you guys…I found an amazing product. Mascara Primer. I’d honestly never even heard of it till last week. Used this product everyday this week and the only thing I can say: So pissed I didn’t know about this sooner. It’s life changing! I coat my eyelashes with primer. The primer is white, just fyi. Let it dry for a sec, then top with my STILL fave mascara (L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise) You’ll never guess how much this primer costs?

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16Apr2018

{weekend notes}

Posted in Adventure, California, Cooking, Cool spots, family, Food, foodie, friday, hiking, Kaia, Spring, Trader Joes, weekend, Wine by xoxostacyb

Hello Monday! I woke up on the right side of the bed this morning. So, I’m taking full advantage of the day. Even made it to 5am Kaia! I truly believe that a weekend well spent brings a week of content. Last week was a shit show, so this one is bound to be great. The ebb and flow of life. If one week sucks, the following is probably going to be wayy better.

Bay + I hit the sheets early last night. Right after I completed my to-do’s for the week. My blog content schedule. Okay, so how was your weekend friends? Saturday was absolutely frickin gorgeous. Sunday too, till about 5pm when it started DUMPING! Looking forward to more weekends just like this one……

Intentions for the week:

~~workout~~ (5 days last week and nothing feels better)
~~al fresco dinning~~
spruce up the back patio
~~meal prep~~
~~avocado taost blog post (say that 5 times fast)~~
~~hostess the next Omega Nu meeting~~
~~keep organized~~
~~positive vibes~~
~~set a pretty table~~ – (coming this week)

Highlights from the weekend……

Breakfast + coffee date with my Mama!

Which inspired tomorrows post {avocado toast 4 ways} Stay tuned, it’s a good one.

UC Davis Arboretum plant sale.

They offered $10 off to everyone, since they rescheduled last weekend due to rain. I’ll take it.

Some of the more unique plants.

Our picks. Succulants…always. And some other pretties. I’d tell you all about them, but I can’t remember what they’re called. Why do plants have the most awful names? The green leaf right in front is going in a pot on my front porch. Little daisy like flowers will come summer time.

Arboretum stroll

I can’t tell you how gorgeous the Arboretum is this time of year.

3.6 mile loop with views like this. I really need to spend more time here.

The poppies are everywhere. Turtles galore. Ducks for days.

Perfect place for a Saturday stroll.

A surprise Lavendar Topiary plant delivery from my homegirl Sarah P!

I mentioned to her last week, that I’ve been wanting one. These are a Costco score. So run now, they sell out quick!

You’re the best Sarah!!!

Watching both of my nephews baseball games. Benny got 2 doubles and Joe got an awesome hit too….he even slid into home. Love watching them play. And spending time with this little cutie.

Happy Hour with the fam-bam!

Sunday Hike

All over Putah Creek + Berryessa.

We pulled off on the side of the road and took the trail down to the Lake. I never even knew there were trails. So cool.

Callie loves a good day hike too ♥

Pit stop at Turtle Rock for a cold beer + egg roll. Always!

Look for our $1 next time you stop. It’s right under the sky light 🙂

Greasy goodness!

We stumbled upon Nichelini Winery. Up the road from Turtle Rock about 3 miles. We actaully saw a sign in the bar and the owner at Turtle Rock told us we should check it out.

Done!