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Travel: Tulum, Mexico
Tulum, Mexico is about 35-45 minutes south of Akumal – and about 2 hours south of Cancun. It’s beautiful. Bryce and I took the Colectivo and saw the ruins, had lunch, and walked around this sweet little city. Tulum, Mexico First – make sure you bring sun screen, a hat, and something to drink. Also, note that the way you enter is not the way you exit. So, just keep that in mind if you’re in a larger group. Oh, and no facilities inside the…
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Photos: Dogs of Instagram
Dogs of Instagram – who doesn’t love following sweet fur pups? Well, since this past Saturday was National Puppy Day, I thought I’d share a few of my favourites. Following these four paw friends is so fun – they brighten my day for sure. It’s been almost a year since we’ve been without a pup in the house, so this is my way to stay connected to the cuteness and all the fuzzy feels. It can be sad without a pup since I sometimes wonder…
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Recipe: Basil Goat Cheese Penne
This basil goat cheese penne started out as just a regular dinner – mashing fridge food together in a way that tastes good. Well, as we were eating, Bryce was like – this is so good! – you need to make it again. So, here we go – I thought I’d share with you, too. Let’s get cooking. Ingredients package of GoGo Quinoa penne pasta bundle of asparagus 4 tablespoons of grapeseed oil salt to taste 1 pound of roasted chicken 2 tablespoons of basil…
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Travel: How to Take the Colectivo
How to take the Colectivo in Quintana Roo, Mexico? Well, first let me tell you it’s easier than you might think. It’s not as formal as public transportation where I’m from, Alberta, Canada – but, it’s reliable and convenient. Plus, as an added bonus, we saved over $200 Canadian by taking the Colectivo over a Taxi. An important thing to know is that there are two Colectivo ‘lines’ if you will. Tulum to Playa and Playa to Cancun. Also, there are two types of Colectivos…
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Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Salad
Mexican street corn salad – it’s quick, easy, and packs a flavour punch. A while back – last summer, I think – I made Mexican street corn. Well, this is a similar recipe with a bit more substance. Let’s get cooking. Ingredients 2 cans of corn can of black beans 2 tablespoons of grapeseed oil 3 teaspoons of chili powder 2 jalapeño orange pepper 4 tablespoons of cilantro 1/2 cup of feta cheese 1/4 cup of mayo 1/2 a lime 2 teaspoons of paprika salt…
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Travel: Beach Must Haves
Beach must haves – here are the top 9 items I need to hit the beach. Now, I’m not a beach girl at heart. Nope, put me on the beach and I’ll probably last 3 hours, and only if that includes a snack and lunch. On our recent trip to Akumal, Mexico I lasted an amazing 6 hours. Two key reasons. One, it included two snacks and lunch. Two, we got a cabana. The shade and comfort is key. Now, I still don’t think I…
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Recipe: Green Cookies
Green cookies because it’s time to get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! What better way than with some green sprinkles. These cookies are fun, festive, and chewy (the best cookies are chewy!). Let’s bake up! Ingredients 2 cups and 2 tablespoons of gluten free flour (with xanthan gum) 1 teaspoon of salt and baking soda 1/2 a cup of cream cheese, soft 3/4 a cup of salted butter, melted 1 cup of brown sugar, packed 1/2 of white sugar 1 tablespoon of vanilla 2…
