Hey all, Crystal and Shane here! We’ve partnered with an excellent local food company here in Rochester – Effortlessly Healthy. We’re thrilled to kick off this culinary journey with you for all you health enthusiasts and foodies, showcasing delectable and nutritious meals from Effortlessly Healthy. This is actually an honest review, not a sales post Read More
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The posts that don’t fit an itinerary. Recipes and a bit of life at home from Crystal. For date ideas and trips, head to the destination pages or the shop.
My Experience in a Race War
This is a story I haven’t told many people and never thought I would feel comfortable to do so. However, I was inspired by a speech given by Beth Santos while attending a seminar today at The Women in Travel Summit. She spoke about women traveling and feeling safe to travel as a woman in Read More
Delicious Proscuitto Wrapped, Pesto Stuffed Chicken
I’ve been making an attempt at Danielle Walker’s Against All Grain recipes and have had a lot of fun doing it. This weekend I made this chicken, Paleo biscuits, and a slow cooker pot roast. All have been Shane approved. Before making this recipe, I had never actually gone out and bought Proscuitto for any Read More
My Attempt at Paleo Biscuits
Don’t you sometimes just crave a warm, flaky, fresh out of the oven biscuit? I know I do. Especially on cold, winter days when you are wanting a home cooked meal. I was very excited to find Danielle Walker’s recipe in her Against All Grain cookbook for honey biscuits. My first attempt didn’t go too Read More
Danielle Walker’s Against All Grain: Meals Made Simple: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, and Paleo Recipes to Make Anytime
We’ve been so excited to try every recipe in this book, Danielle Walker’s Against All Grain. She has an amazing story of her reasoning behind her lifestyle. If you are wanting to become Paleo, or just learn about a Grain-Free diet in general, grab the book! You won’t regret it. Click below for an exclusive Read More
Happy Together: Our Valentine’s Day Plans (Past & Present)
I have to admit, I am one of those sloppy hopeless romantics who just love a good Hallmark Holiday. I love hanging heart decorations around the house, buying lots of cheesy Valentine’s day gifts and cards, and planning a romantic evening – even though that is supposed to be the man’s job. During our Read More
My Struggle with Remineralizing Teeth
In June 2017, I received the bad news that I had once again another cavity. My second one in fact. My teeth used to be perfect, flawless even – and now I’m getting lectures from dentists even though my lifestyle hadn’t changed at all. If anything, I was healthier than I was years ago. Saddened, I Read More
Our Year in Review – 2017 & Beyond
Happy New Years everyone! I hope you’ve kicked off this year with a bang and are ready for all that 2018 may bring to each and every one of you. 2017 was certainly a year I will never forget. From the beginning to the end, there was always a surprise around every corner that Read More
My Paleo Experience with Thrive Market
So, I have to admit – I have a new obsession… ThriveMarket.com. At least it’s a healthy obsession, right?! Thrive Market is an online grocery store where you can purchase organic and non-gmo products 25%-50% off the regular retail price you may find in physical grocery stores. Not only do they carry organic products, but you Read More
Boho Beautiful Positive Movement Tour Stop – Rochester, NY
For over a year now, I’ve been watching Boho Beautiful’s every move on YouTube. I have envied and admired the couple wishing I could be just like them. They get to live outside of the box, leave the 9-5, do yoga while traveling the world – one YouTube video at a time. Early Spring, I Read More