tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80500607609116701402024-03-14T06:52:56.590-04:00au naturel designMichaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.comBlogger86125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-6151439123552590462012-11-09T11:14:00.003-05:002012-11-09T11:14:43.867-05:00Photographic Memory<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Alright lovely ladies...I have returned to the blogging world. After my trip to NYC and Connecticut, which was extended by the damaging effects of Hurricane Sandy, I did a lot of thinking and still have a lot to think about. I have a lot to be thankful for but at the same time I desperately feel I need a change in my life. Life is for living not just passing the time. That being said I do not know how involved my blogging will be for the next little while. I have to work on goals, self discovery and find/create happiness in <em>living</em> my life. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Speaking of living my life, I will be visiting the beautiful Niagara Falls for a mini girls weekend. Wine tours, dinner, gallons of rushing water, and maybe an equal amount of drinks...joking. Can't wait to relax and have fun! </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here's a shot of the falls from the last time I was there in 2009. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Make it a memorable weekend and remember, <em>you</em> have to make it fabulous!</span> <br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-5351226858714704062012-10-18T11:38:00.000-04:002012-10-18T11:38:08.807-04:00In need of 'me' time...Spa Day and DIY Home Spa<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">While away visiting my boyfriend, I will be spending a day or two at the spa. This is well needed 'me' time that I actually never really plan for during regular life. While my boyfriend is working next week, I'll be refining my yoga 'skills', rejuvenating my body and spirit at the spa, taking walks in the park, window shopping and maybe some real shopping too. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">Here is what I would like to encounter at the spa, and what you could create at home with a small space and the right atmosphere. Sami over at <a href="http://www.poorandpretty.com/" target="_blank">Poor & Pretty</a> shared tips to <a href="http://www.poorandpretty.com/2010/01/diy-home-spa-day/" target="_blank">relax and save money</a> all at the same time. Wouldn't that feel good? </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-58540995796617811812012-10-17T11:30:00.000-04:002012-10-17T11:30:41.370-04:00Oh, How Pinteresting! Fall Fashion<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am preparing for a relaxing trip to Connecticut to visit my (long-distance) boyfriend, planning little days trips for the weekend, dinners and nights out. I am all too excited and as shallow or silly as it may sound, I just want to look perfect and fabulous the entire time, ha! </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-71472396659317310732012-10-15T09:58:00.000-04:002012-10-16T10:16:19.776-04:00Men in Pink: NFL & Breast Cancer Awareness Month <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There is nothing I like seeing more than a man, confident in himself and in his beliefs, proudly sporting pink.</span> <br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This entire month the men, women and fans of the NFL are (another group) showing their support for the cause and raising awareness to the millions of fans who watch and cheer every week. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">And who wouldn't looove these hot pink gloves!?! It is getting cold out...</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">But, just like real life, it's not all fun and games. Only a fraction of the proceeds go towards Breast Cancer Research, so if you're looking to make more of a difference, there are many other ways to help. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">For example, some of my favourite fellow bloggers posted about products you would typically purchase, like clothes, beauty products, etc. that share proceeds with Breast Cancer Research. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;"><a href="http://shadesofgrayandapinchofpink.blogspot.ca/2012/10/pinktober-giveaway.html" target="_blank">Erin @ Shades of Gray and a Pinch of Pink</a></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My favourite find was from <a href="http://yellowumbrelladesign.blogspot.ca/2012/10/current-crush-october-edition.html?showComment=1349961028461" target="_blank">Britt @ Yellow Umbrella</a> who shared a link to <a href="http://www.thebreastcancersite.com/"><span style="color: #8da7a8;">www.thebreastcancersite.com</span></a></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">Through this site you can find gift ideas or everyday items for yourself and your home. Select 'green' items, fair trade items and global purchases to help women around the world. Proceeds help fund mammograms for women in need. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">Whether you give a donation or simply give a hand, every bit counts. </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-34878714494502334732012-10-12T11:10:00.001-04:002012-10-12T11:10:50.944-04:00Photographic Memory<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As temperatures drop, petals and leaves fall to the ground we must be reminded that new life will come. Embrace the beautiful cycle of life. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This weekend I will be celebrating my best friend's birthday, a gym social and a friend's baby shower. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">Make it a memorable weekend, because memories last forever. </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-59927811344442097342012-10-11T08:59:00.002-04:002012-10-11T09:33:19.395-04:00Time for Taupe <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am loving Taupe for either a soft neutral pairing or a beautiful colour all on its own. Wear it with blacks, browns, blues and a pop of silver or gold. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Can you see yourself in taupe? Already a fan, share your tips!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Link-ups; <a href="http://yellowumbrelladesign.blogspot.ca/2012/10/current-crush-october-edition.html" target="_blank">Current Crush</a>, <a href="http://imprintalish.blogspot.ca/2012/10/loves-on-thursday-linky-bits-of-bling.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+imprintalish+(Imprintalish)" target="_blank">Loves on a Thursday</a>, <a href="http://www.glossyblonde.com/2012/10/loving-lately-breast-cancer-awareness.html" target="_blank">Loving Lately</a></span></span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-548352262821855192012-10-10T09:58:00.000-04:002012-10-10T09:58:18.883-04:00Oh Pinterest, how you scared me<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Alright, I never would have thought I'd get sooo <strike>addicted</strike> into Pinterest. I hadn't even heard of it until a few months ago but I am a sucker for pretty pictures, of anything so I was hooked immediately. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The other day I almost said farewell to Pinterest. Just after I pinned a few things onto my <em>Eat - au naturel</em> board, that entire board disappeared. So many ideas for meals and parties and all those gluten-free desserts...gone. Of all the boards that had to deleted, hahaha I'm still sounding pretty pathetic. But alas, I thought I would give Pinterest another try and lo and behold my board has miraculously been revived and so I will share with you some fabulous pins that you'd better get now before they're gone. </span><br />
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Source: <a href="http://www.lifeasaplate.com/2011/08/15/grilled-sweet-potato-medallions-in-a-rosemary-butter-sauce/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">lifeasaplate.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/aunatureldesign/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Michaela {au naturel design}</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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Source: <a href="http://noshingwiththenolands.com/roasted-sweet-potato-and-quinoa-soup/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">noshingwiththenolands.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/aunatureldesign/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Michaela {au naturel design}</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-89030365211313602532012-10-05T13:12:00.001-04:002012-10-05T13:12:39.103-04:00Photographic Memory<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Slow and steady wins the race, right?</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Although the seasons are quickly changing and I often wonder where the time goes. We're often reminded to make the most of our time and enjoy every minute of it. I am thankful for every day and for the opportunity to make it what I want. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">To those of you celebrating Thanksgiving this weekend, I hope you're all lucky enough to spend time with your family, large or small, are blessed with good health and big appetites! I know I'll be carving into some turkey. </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-20285845741632869692012-10-04T10:18:00.001-04:002012-10-04T10:28:01.959-04:00Current Crush: The Canadian Rockies<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This past weekend I went to Calgary on business and was lucky enough to spend Saturday driving through the Canadian Rockies of Lake Louise and Banff. The drive itself was half of the excitement, with every turn bringing a new view of the beautiful rockface and countryside. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The air in Calgary is so crisp and clear because of it's high altitude and of course who wouldn't enjoy the fresh mountain air. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are sulpher hot springs in Banff that you can actually see steaming out of the rocks. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Nature at its best. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This was my first time to Western Canada. Has anyone else ventured out to the mountains? What is the nicest piece of scenery in your area? </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Linking up for <a href="http://yellowumbrelladesign.blogspot.ca/2012/10/current-crush-october-host.html" target="_blank">Current Crush</a> and <a href="http://imprintalish.blogspot.ca/2012/10/loves-on-thursday-cookie-heaven.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+imprintalish+(Imprintalish)" target="_blank">Loves on a Thursday</a>. </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-43910009735686674642012-10-03T13:00:00.003-04:002012-10-03T13:00:46.950-04:00I'm Back...and Pinning. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I hope everyone is off to a good start this week. I can't complain since this was some of the scenery from my weekend. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am back from Calgary. I will devote a post to my trip and the amazing mountain views but for now I am trying to get back to normal life and work. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I did have some amazing beef out West and some delicious soups to warm me up on those cold nights. I've pinned some nice fall soups that will work their way into my kitchen as the temperature continues to drop.</span> <br />
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Source: <a href="http://www.wholeliving.com/184959/butternut-squash-recipes/@center/185179/fall-recipes" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">wholeliving.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/aunatureldesign/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Michaela {au naturel design}</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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Source: <a href="http://www.edibleperspective.com/home/2012/10/3/roasted-red-pepper-soup-with-roasted-chickpeas.html" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">edibleperspective.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/aunatureldesign/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Michaela {au naturel design}</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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Source: <a href="http://kirantarun.com/food/2012/02/24/vegan-cream-of-roasted-broccoflower-garlic-soup/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">kirantarun.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/aunatureldesign/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Michaela {au naturel design}</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-45450626214346908832012-09-28T06:00:00.000-04:002012-09-28T06:00:07.207-04:00Photographic Memory<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I'm off to Calgary for a few days on business but hope to get some sights in while I'm there. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">I should be seeing some mountains...</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Yeah, that's right. Alright fine, I can wait until tonight. </span><br />
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Source: <a href="http://biskopsgarden.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2011-07-28T13%3A50%3A00%2B02%3A00&max-results=11" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">biskopsgarden.blogspot.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/aunatureldesign/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Michaela {au naturel design}</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Linking up for my <a href="http://wrightstuff09.blogspot.ca/2012/09/current-crush-thursday-cozy-sweater_27.html" target="_blank">Current Crush</a> and <a href="http://imprintalish.blogspot.ca/2012/09/loves-on-thursday-linky-pumpkin.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed: imprintalish (Imprintalish)" target="_blank">Loves on a Thursday</a>. </span><br />
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Source: <a href="http://www.homebunch.com/lizarriturry-tuneu-architects/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">homebunch.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/aunatureldesign/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Michaela {au naturel design}</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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Source: <a href="http://www.edibleperspective.com/home/2012/9/25/double-banana-banana-bread-french-toast.html?lastPage=true&postSubmitted=true" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">edibleperspective.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/aunatureldesign/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Michaela {au naturel design}</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-38569530044414061322012-09-25T08:25:00.000-04:002012-09-25T08:25:42.611-04:00Roasted Parmesan Green Beans<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I recently made Roasted Parmesan Greens Beans as a delicious side dish to my <a href="http://aunatureldesign.blogspot.ca/2012/09/roasted-red-pepper-infused-chicken.html" target="_blank">Roasted Red Pepper Infused Chicken Meatballs</a>. The combination was perfect and I could not believe how easy this was. Gourmet made easy. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">Melt a small amount of Coconut Oil to dip your Green Beans into. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">Preheat oven to 350 and bake until Green Beans are tender. Parmesan Cheese will be melted and possibly crispy at that time. You can sprinkle some fresh Parmesan Cheese on top just before serving. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Other recipes might call for salt, pepper, garlic, etc. however my sister recommended the coconut oil and the flavour was beautiful.</span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-21482477964288935532012-09-21T11:45:00.000-04:002012-09-21T11:45:44.026-04:00Photographic Memory & ECF Team Challenge<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #444444;">This weekend marks the 4th Annual Team Challenge held by</span> <a href="http://www.elementcrossfit.com/" target="_blank">Element CrossFit</a> <span style="color: #444444;">(my sister and Alex's awesome gym...read about their success story <a href="http://community.crossfit.com/article/crossfit-elements-success" target="_blank">here</a>) and</span> <a href="http://undergroundseries.ca/wordpress/" target="_blank">UG Series</a>.</span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This will be the largest CrossFit event to date in Canada. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This will be the first year that I don't compete (so sad). I will however be volunteering and judging the events, as I'm just trying to get back to full strength since my fluke accident. I already regret not doing it because it is always an awesome opportunity to push myself</span> and just have fun with it (there is both a competitive and recreational division) but I know I would push myself a little too hard for what I know I can truly handle at this point. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Either way there will be hardcore workouts with even more hardcore competitors and I will be pushing them to their limits. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The sense of accomplishment you get from training is truly far greater than any of the physical and health benefits, and I think that's what gets me going back. Don't get caught up in dress sizes, those skinny jeans lurking in the back of your closet or the number on the scale. I hear so many people try to motivate themselves with, 'I can do it' but nothing ever really happens. I want to hear you say, 'I DID THAT!'. Whether you're trying to run 5k or do a real pushup, how are you going to feel when you get it? I think that running 5k means a lot more than 5lbs on the scale, especially if you're depriving yourself the entire time and then just have to worry about them sneaking back. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">I challenge you all to go out and do something this weekend that makes you feel good, something that you're proud of. No matter how big or how small, every step counts.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Make it a memorable weekend and push hard for what you want to accomplish. </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-65760242516548310842012-09-20T08:36:00.000-04:002012-09-20T08:42:22.825-04:00HOLY CHIC Fashion Week<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Alright, I will admit I am not 100% fashion savy. I did not partake in the Fashion Week festivities (shame on me). What I do know is that I wear what I like, what makes me feel good about myself and I usually try to have fun with it. Being the youngest person in my office, I take advantage of the fact that no one else really knows what's in style for us fashionable young ladies and I sometimes wear what no one else could get away with. Hilarious. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">I am however inspired by current trends, fellow bloggers and now Pinterest. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">My new favourites are the <strong>HOLY CHIC</strong> and <strong>CHIC HAPPENS</strong> tees seen lately in NYC. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I personally like the HOLY CHIC version better, what about you?</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://nataliemerrillyn.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Natalie Merrillyn</a> shared this design in her post about her <a href="http://nataliemerrillyn.blogspot.ca/2012/09/streetstyle-faves-from-nyfw.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+NatalieMerrillyn+(Natalie+Merrillyn)#" target="_blank">S</a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://nataliemerrillyn.blogspot.ca/2012/09/streetstyle-faves-from-nyfw.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+NatalieMerrillyn+(Natalie+Merrillyn)#" target="_blank">treet Style Faves From NYFW</a>. It is available for sale for about <a href="http://us.asos.com/Lulu-Co/Lulu-and-Co-Ashish-Holy-Chic-Beaded-Tee/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2494370&cid=4169&sh=0&pge=2&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Grey&MID=35719&affid=2135&WT.tsrc=Affiliate&siteID=QFGLnEolOWg-AW7nlAYdxsPGcm7.q_ZTPw" target="_blank">$225.00</a> and when I saw that...all I could think was Holy Chic! When I finally stopped laughing, I thought this would be an awesome DIY designer tee. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">I did find that Daria Burkova from <a href="http://allthisfashion.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">All This Fashion</a> made this one <a href="http://allthisfashion.blogspot.ca/2012/08/diy-tee.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+blogspot/NWETR+(allthisfashion)#!/2012/08/diy-tee.html" target="_blank">here</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The original has a hand embroidered beaded slogan so I can appreciate the details and the price tag. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I really would like to make one that is sharp enough so that is does in fact look chic. Wish me luck.</span> <br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Linking up for my </span><a href="http://wrightstuff09.blogspot.ca/2012/09/current-crush-thursday-polka-dot-love.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Current Crush</span></a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"> and </span><a href="http://imprintalish.blogspot.ca/2012/09/loves-on-thursday-hair-reveal-craft.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+imprintalish+(Imprintalish)" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Loves on a Thursday</span></a><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">.</span> </span></span> <br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-25243110588677286682012-09-18T10:02:00.001-04:002012-09-18T10:02:05.607-04:00Roasted Red Pepper Infused Chicken Meatballs<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Now that is a mouthful, literally.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love naturally infusing my meats with fresh flavour. There's no fresher or truer flavour than fresh herbs, spices or in this case, the sweet taste of roasted red pepper.</span> <br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Meatballs are a great go-to dish because they are so versatile. Aside from the traditional spaghetti and meatballs, you can make a meatball salad, Asian style with rice, use them as an appetizer, dip them in a sauce...the possibilities are endless and the best part is, you can make them in large batches to make different meals during the course of the week or freeze some for later.</span> <br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3+ Cloves of Garlic</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;"><em>Note: I used the cayenne to create a sweet and spicy combination with the red pepper.</em> </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">Place Red Pepper, Onion & Garlic into food processor for fine chopping. Mix all ingrdients in a large bowl with hands and make meatball rounds. Preheat oven to 350 and bake for 20-30 minutes, checking regularly. </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-31715903501755286342012-09-17T08:59:00.001-04:002012-09-17T08:59:14.546-04:00Mani Monday: Elephantastic Pink <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As I sat outside this weekend I realized that my tan will soon fade. In my last attempt to savour these sunny days, I painted my nails <strong>Elephantastic Pink</strong> by <a href="http://www.opi.com/" target="_blank">OPI</a>. </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-65679170933700419562012-09-14T09:38:00.002-04:002012-09-14T09:38:38.839-04:00Photographic Memory<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Getting out into nature is so relaxing and peaceful. I'm always looking at the natural beauty to be found and all the little miracles of life. Watching flowers bloom, seasons change, knowing that there is always growth, always forward motion. With so many uncertainties in life, I can always find reassurance in God's plan. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">One thing that I'm super excited about this fall is knits. Christine from <a href="http://mavymay.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Mavy May</a> posted about her <a href="http://mavymay.blogspot.ca/2012/09/oh-how-pinteresting-fall-fashion.html" target="_blank">Pinterest Fall Fashion</a> finds and I definitely agree with her style.</span> <br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Getting even more fashion inspiration from fellow bloggers, Meg at <a href="http://forallthingslovelymr.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">For All Things Lovely</a> posted about her casual self in <a href="http://forallthingslovelymr.blogspot.ca/2012/09/coffee-quilt.html" target="_blank">this knitted top</a>. I love the belted look too. </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-88227519535979142902012-09-12T10:07:00.001-04:002012-09-12T10:07:11.158-04:00Oh, How Pinteresting! Pastels<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The transition from Summer to Fall has begun and there are dramatic visual changes everywhere, especially in the wardrobe department. Brights and neons are fading away and I'd like to turn to pastels for Fall, since I'm not quite ready to pull out my brown leather jacket.</span> <br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-1236094148888528312012-09-10T08:26:00.000-04:002012-09-10T13:55:38.068-04:00Mom's Homemade Raspberry Squares<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have to give full credit to my mom. She's the best. Even though I'm now trying to lean towards gluten-free and the most natural and organic ingredients, my mom has always made the best homemade meals and treats. Let's just say, store bought salad dressings are almost unheard of for me. Anything homemade (even with white flour and white sugar) is going to be better for you than anything you'll buy. You'll be able to pronounce all of the ingredients and yours will have been the only hands involved (unless you have helpers or samplers). </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana;">My mom made her famous Raspberry Squares and I felt I had to share the recipe. It is very simple and can be modified to suit your particular preferences. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 Cups Flour (1 Cup All-Purpose, 1 Cup Whole Wheat...or flour of choice)</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-17333480554907859212012-09-07T08:46:00.004-04:002012-09-07T08:46:40.911-04:00Photographic Memory <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This week's Photographic Memory is a little different. <a href="http://www.iheartfaces.com/2012/09/photo-challenge-summer/" target="_blank">I Heart Faces</a> is having a photo challenge (ending today, sorry folks. I <em>just</em> found out yesterday from <a href="http://thesipproject.blogspot.ca/2012/09/i-heart-faces-photo-challenge-summer-fun.html" target="_blank">The S.I.P Project</a>). The challenge was to capture a moment this summer, with a focus on faces. Who better than my little cousins to give me the perfect performance while fooling around. </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-3092653824433310832012-09-06T09:33:00.002-04:002012-09-06T11:29:59.632-04:00Current Crush: Zen Garden Sink<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The <strong>Zen Garden Sink</strong> is a more earthy take on the traditional bathroom sink. Trying to maximize the use of our natural resources, <a href="http://www.gaudesigns.com/en/" target="_blank">Gau Designs & Concepts</a> has constructed a sink which would use the excess water from washing your face or brushing your teeth to water a living plant. I'm not quite certain if some species are recommended versus others. I do know there has been some controversy as to the chemicals that might be washed down the drain, and how they would not in fact help such plant grow. What I do think is that this would be a great opportunity for people to try and live a little greener themselves, aiming to use the most eco-friendly products, for themselves and the environment. Also, wouldn't you love a little bit of green as you splash your face, trying to get ready to face the real world each morning. </span><br />
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Michaela {au naturel design}http://www.blogger.com/profile/14511365386098317728noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8050060760911670140.post-42234304177842255052012-09-05T10:27:00.000-04:002012-09-05T12:55:33.303-04:00Oh, How Pinteresting! and Calming<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I'm not giving in to Fall just yet, however I am trying to incorporate a few things into my life that will brighten me up and calm me down. Just reading about wrapping cinnamon sticks around a candle and having their essence fill the house warms me up inside.</span><br />
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