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I’m Armed and Dangerous. And I Have Falafel.

This is my gun.  This thing is small, but don’t be fooled.  This thing has erased nearly half of my fingerprints. We’ve been through thick and thin. First degree, second degree, and probable third degree burns, as well. I just … Continue reading

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Battle Gnocchi. Jenny: 2, Oven: 1.

What a day.  I’m wearing real jeans for the first time in over a year (and not jeggings because they’re the only things that don’t cut off oxygen to my brain), I had a slight oven mishap, and I churned … Continue reading

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Labels. Cookies. General Fabulousness.

Let’s talk about labels. They’re everywhere. We label ourselves and other people label us- fact of life, right? Heck, I label myself in my “About me” section. When you’re struggling with body image, weight, losing weight, etc., labels get tossed … Continue reading

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The Cold, Hard Truth.

First of all, I want to say a “HAPPY BIRTHDAY!” to Colorhungry mama, who turned xx years old yesterday (I won’t reveal on penalty of death). Second, today I want to talk about weight loss. I haven’t wanted to share … Continue reading

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Give me a C, Give me a U, Give me a P, Give me a…Never Mind. CUPCAKES!

My grandparents came over for dinner last night, and while food is generally the centerpiece of many family gatherings, for me, it was the conversation that made it such a meaningful night.  My complete obsession with all things vintage includes … Continue reading

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A is for Apple.

Lately, I’ve been missing my dad a lot. I think of him a lot in the fall. I think it has something to do with his love of apple picking, his obsession with football, and his penchant for referring to … Continue reading

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*Twirling* Like my new outfit?

I’d like to thank the academy- wait. No. Wrong speech. *clearing throat* I’d like to thank the incredible Kat of LowFatKat for designing this amazing new header for me- it’s the first day of summer and I wanted something light … Continue reading

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Today’s Post is brought to you by the letter “C”

C is for Cheese- as in, NO, Jenny, it is NOT acceptable for you to take bites out of the frigging parmesano reggiano cheese before you grate it, for the love of all that is holy!!!! Also, while you’re at it, … Continue reading

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Today’s Keyword: Beatdown.

As in…I completely beat myself up. I am a KLUTZ. It just has to be capitalized in my case. If there is something to fall over, I will fall over it. If there is nothing to fall over, I will … Continue reading

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For Auld Lang Syne…

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! 2010 is here, and I couldn’t be more happy to usher in the New Year and holy moly- new decade!  I learned a lot in 2009- about life, love, and most importantly, about myself.  While I am … Continue reading

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