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Recently Obsessed Over Things

Orphan Black

Orphan BlackWatching: Orphan Black

This show is in its third season but I just started watching it last week. And let me tell you: I. am. hooked. Binge watching, blew through season one in a week kind of hooked.

I don’t want to say too much about it in case you don’t watch it and want to give it a try. What I will say is that it’s one of those highly suspenseful shows that leaves you feeling like you physically need to know what happens next.

Also Tatiana Maslany, the main actress in the show, is absolutely incredible.

Eating: Pesto, pesto and more pesto.

I’m pretty sure this is going to be the summer of pesto—especially if I get my act together and both get a basil plant and manage to keep it alive. My favorite way to eat it lately is by making little pizzas with it. I use a corn tortilla (since they’re gluten free), spread on some pesto and top it with spinach, onion, mushroom and a little bit of cheese. YUM.

I’ve also been putting it on my zucchini noodles (which, by the way, I’m still obsessed with) and mixing it up with a chopped hard-boiled egg. I am a fan. A big one. If you have any other ways to incorporate pesto into a meal, please tell me. Help feed the addiction!

Drinking: Tazo Passion tea

Last time I did one of these posts, I was all about Tazo’s cocoa mint mate tea. Now that the weather is warmer, I’ve moved to a sweeter, more summery tea that tastes just as delicious iced. This one is a combination of hibiscus, orange peel, rose hips, and passion fruit and the more I type about it, the more I want to run to the kitchen and make a big, fat pitcher of the stuff…

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InstaAddict | Small Business Edition

InstaAddict | ivoryk on instagram

Since we’re heading into holiday crunch time, I thought it would be fun to highlight some of my favorite small business Instagram accounts. I follow a lot of them. I actually didn’t realize how many until I sat down to put this post together.

Personally, I’m not a fan of accounts that are nothing but product shilling. I totally get that Instagram accounts are a marketing tool. But my favorite accounts are a mix of business and personal. They make us feel like we know the people behind the business and sometimes give us a little look at their process—which, actually works for the business because it totally builds loyalty.

Here are a few that I love.

best small business instagram accounts | ivoryk

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Friday Faves + Weekend Links

friday faves

friday faves

This week my favorite photos are a few of the top entries in our LittleHoots contest. There are some hilarious quotes submitted, so make sure you click over to the Facebook album and check them all out. The entry with the most likes on Sunday at 5 pm will win a canvas print of their hoot.

Around the interwebs:

  • I love Emily Henderson. The way she styled this (dangerously) white room with pops of color—those logs!—is proof of why. Major swoonfest. I could never live in it (um, kids), but I will sit and drool at its magnificence.
  • These sexy Halloween costumes for moms made me laugh so hard. If I had to pick, I’m thinking Dirty Delouser is my favorite.
  • While we’re all on our pumpkin kick, I think it’s time to dip into some pumpkin hummus.
  • Jackie has completely convinced me to get a wireless remote for picture taking. I love how much easier it will make group photos (or, you know, blog photos)!
  • If you’ve never checked out Scary Mommy, you should. It’s hilarious. But I’m loving it a little more right now because it’s also incredibly generous. For the last three years Jill Smokler and company have been running The Thanksgiving Project, which donates Thanksgiving dinners to families who can’t afford it. They’re looking to do it again this year—but they need help!

2014 THANKSGIVING Project

In case you missed it:

  • I wrote about how a TV show made my girls decide to open their own business.
  • I talked about what a bitch perception is if you don’t use it to your advantage.
  • I shared some pictures of the girls exploring the Peekskill Riverfront.
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InstaAddict Vol 4

InstaAddict: hoggerandco

Since my Instagram addiction is still going strong I thought it would be fun to keep the InstaAddict ball rolling and continue to highlight some of my favorite accounts. From travel shots to silly videos, sweet slices of life and awesome styling, these ladies and their photos catch my eye regularly—and I think you’ll like them too!

InstaAddict: hoggerandco

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Friday Faves + Weekend Links

friday faves 17

friday faves 17

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about the momma

Hi! I'm Jen, a freelance writer and girl mom who loves reading the newest children’s books as much as I love a good psychological thriller. I believe fiercely in the power of kindness, empathy, and really good quality chocolate. When I'm not knee-deep in glittery crafts and girl talk, you can probably find me sprawled out on my couch in the middle of a Netflix marathon with dark chocolate smeared on my face. The struggle is real. Learn more about me here.

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