Hey friends! I'm Kelly, a 20-something legal assistant who started this blog for myself for FUN because cooking is my absolute passion and I love to write. I'm a snarky blonde and former sorority girl with tons of ambition as well as an unhealthy obsession with my yorkie Oliver who is pretty much my child (please see below). I love fashion, traveling, exploring new things and me and running definitely have a love/hate relationship! I'm planning on training for a half marathon soon and hope to develop a true love for running.
{HOPE being the operative word}
{HOPE being the operative word}
Here's my little pup Oliver. Don't underestimate his tiny exterior, he's quite the little guard dog! (Least he thinks so)
(Oliver at 16 weeks old)
(Oliver at 1 year old)
A lot different, huh??
I LOVE wine and my absolute favorite is Moscato (yes I'm a sweet wine drinker) but I'm still trying to find a good red!! I could spend every weekend going to different wineries and living in Virginia is the perfect location!
Most importantly, I'm a HUGE Redskins fan! Me and my boyfriend have season tickets and never miss a home game....I mean NEVER. One time I went with what felt like pneumonia and still managed to cheer our boys on! That's dedication I tell ya.
Oh and did I mention?? I'm in love and he's the most amazing man ever <3
As for my blog, it began when I started my usual summer diet last spring and have been loving it ever since. It's the perfect way to keep myself motivated and to share my favorite recipes with everyone else. I'm still new at cooking so I'm obviously no chef, but I learn something new with every dish that I make and I really have fun in the kitchen. I've never been the type of girl that can eat whatever she wants and stay thin, nope... I'm usually the one that goes on horribly-bad-for-you failing crash diets and slaves in the gym every summer so I can look even remotely decent on the beach.
With that said, my goal is that this blog will give myself a complete lifestyle change in that I don't have to nibble on carrot sticks or celery every day to stay thin...I can actually look forward to yummy foods that are filling without worrying about gaining 10 pounds! Like I said, I do this blog for fun in my spare time to keep myself accountable, but if others find these recipes fun and helpful, well then that's just amazing :) Thanks for reading!
55 lovely comments:
You have some really wonderful recipes here. Great job!
My brother is currently finishing his Army basic training. He'll move on to Airborne in two more weeks then will be at his first post. It's tough to be the big sister of a military man, but I am so proud and respect him so much!
Thanks so much Kelsey! Yes I can totally agree with you, it really IS hard to be the older sister of a man in the military, but it is such an honor! I couldn't be more proud of him and please tell your brother thank you for his service!!
Hey Kelly! I really like what you have going on here! I feel like I can totally relate to you. I have always struggled with my weight and lost a ton of it my senior year of college! So I know what it's like to try to maintain a healthy diet.
I, too, have a Yorkie, Pippy, whom I love soooo much! He's crazy and cute and spunky. He definitely keeps me on my toes!
I also know the pain of living in a military family. My handsome boyfriend is in the Army and deployments are no fun! I hope your brother comes home safely and healthy!
I have a foodie blog. It's called Cooking with Mel [www.lifewithmel.com] I hope you check it out sometime or "like" me on facebook!!
I look forward to following your cooking journey! :)
Hi Mel!! Thank you so much for your comments, your such a sweetheart! I checked out your blog and I really love it, consider me your new follower :) Your yorkie's name is TOO cute! That's awesome your boyfriend is in the Army, but I'm sure it's hard. I have so much respect for him. Thanks again for checking out my site and I look forward to sharing recipes and stories! <3
Hi Kelly,
Thank you for visiting Prep2eat
http://www.prep2eat.blogspot.com/
I am enjoying your blog and look forward to your new posts.
Eating healthy does not mean starving...being creative in the kitchen and adding spices kicks-up flavor in fresh food.
A little exercise works wonders, too :)
The Souper
Thank you so much! I couldn't agree with you more :)
I'll keep yur brother in my thoughts. My son Tristan is in the Army, jsut about to graduate basic training in Ft Jackson. Bless our military families!
Your pup is so adorbale I want to pop! Cute!
Thank you Pierce! He is my little pride and joy :) And I have so much respect and admiration for your son Tristan, it takes a lot to do what they do!
Oh my goodness! I love love love your blog and all the great creative recipes! Can't wait to read more posts!
Thank you so much Monica! :)
Hi Kelly, Thanks for your comment and also for tipping me off to your blog. I see some delicious (and nutritious!) looking things here and I look forward to trying out some of these recipes!
Madeleine (Kitchen in the Yard)
Aww Madeleine thank you so much! I'm really loving your blog too! :)
So happy you found my blog so that I could find yours! Can't wait to read all of your tips and tricks to eating healthy!
Kelly,
Thanks for the encouragement. I still have along way to go and a lot to learn. I really look forward to trying out some of your recipes.
Nick (Foodysseus)
Hi Kelly-
I have been looking over your blog and I love it. I have also used WW in the past. I lost 25 pounds and am a huge believer in it.
I am now a follower. I hope you will do the same: www.badgergirllearntocook.blogspot.com.
I'd also love to talk to you more about your blog sometime.
Best wishes,
Kimberly
Hi Kimberly, thank you so much for your kind comments! That's soo great you've lost 25 pounds, I too am a firm believer in WW. It's so great to meet you and I really love your blog as well! :)
You are beautiful, your blog is beautiful, and you have an adorable dog! Lucky girl =)
Awesome blog! Can't wait to explore it. And a big THANK YOU to your brother for the service and sacrifices he is making for my freedom. I am an adoptive mother to several Marines and Airmen currently deployed so I do have a soft spot for them =) ...Glad to "meet" you on Foodbuzz. BTW..I immediately wanted to try that Margarita recipe...and it's not even 11AM where I am. LOL
Aww thank you SO much Jackie, you are such a sweetheart!! :)
Raquel I bet you are incredibly proud of your kids, please send them my thoughts and prayers during their deployment as well! A pleasure meeting you!!
you are so thin as it is! i dont see why you think you need to lose any weight at all. so tiny, girl
Hey Kelly! Thanks for following my blog :D I've linked your blog to mine & am looking forward to pop by for some yummy recipes! Nice "meeting" you & hope you'll continue to enjoy the Asian side of eating-life from my blog!
Love the blog!! Look forward to reading your posts :)
Hi Kelly,
You are lovely, and I'm really glad I found your web-site! I am a new follower and Im loving your receipes and your blogs! Keep them coming! Ps: Love your little Yorkie. I have a Pug, and he is my baby! :-) xo
I'm so glad I just found your blog! And may I add that I absolutely adore your Yorkie? I've got one too...and he's crazy too haha
Hey Kelly,
Nice to know about you me too love dogs I also have a dog and she is the best part in my life. You have awesome recipes this is the first time I visited ur blog and its awesome. You n Chris make great pair. God bless u take care!
Love,
Maria
Your blog is awesome! Just wanted to shout that out. Also, I see that you like moscato. Lauren and I just tried the best moscato blend at this wine bar. It's called Obsession. It's not as sweet as normal, but SO good!
Ok that is all for now.
--Chrissy
Aww Chrissy thank you SO much!! I would LOVE to know where this wine bar is and where I can try this Obsession you speak of :) Sounds amazing!
Hey Kelly!
My sister had a little 6 lb. Yorkie names Oliver too! He's no longer around, but was a cutie like yours.
And thank you for putting me on your Blogroll! I've got you on mine, but I'm not sure people can find it very easily with this design.
Hi! I noticed you said you like wine and are looking for a good red. I am also a sweet wine drinker. When I do drink red, I really like a Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. It's got a nice spiciness to it and if you get the right kind, it'll knock your socks off!
Oh thank you so much Elizabeth! That sounds so delicious :) I'll have to try and find that!
I'm so happy you found my blog, Kelly! I love the recipes you've shared with your readers (and your dog is so cute!). Keep up the great posts :)
Aww thank you so much Leanne! I love your blog as well, I always find delicious, healthy recipes on it!! :)
OK, Oliver is SO cute!! :)
Hello! Just found your blog and you are so beautiful and your pup is adorable! My sis just got a pup like yours, her name is Pia!
I love wine too, and love sweet wine as well, I do like red, Red Rock Merlot is my favorite red : )
And you and your man make a wonderful couple!
Adding you to my reader for sure!
Hi Kelly, nice to meet you, thanks for becoming a follower. Off to discover your blog!
Oh my! I just love food blogs, but a skinny food blog? I have a feeling this will be my new addiction! I found you through Jenni's blog, Story of My Life. Can't wait to start trying some of these awesome recipes!!
-Megan from Uncharted: unchartedtheblog.blogspot.com
Hi Kelly, thanks so much for visiting my blog! I'm bookmarking yours. Have a great day!
athena
Hi Kelly, I just found your blog! Looks wonderful so I'll definitely be following it.
I live in VA as well, and visit the wineries way more than my wallet can handle. So, I definitely appreciate your love of wine!
Nice to meet you Lisa!! Thank you so much for your sweet comments, I know you must love the wineries around here since VA sure has a ton of them! Heading over to your blog now! xoxo
My daughter also has a rokie named Oliver and he is her pride and joy, too. No wonder I liked you right away!
I glad you found my blog :) The meet was a alot of fun lastnight and I hope you are able to come to the next!
I like your blog and I'm def. going to steel some recieps off of it. I can't/don't cook at all.
Hi kelly! I just found your blog (I can't remember how ) and I think that it's super awesome. I LOVE food too but I'm not a good cook...I'm hoping to learn a few things from you (no pressure).
My baby bro is in Afghanistan too...he will be home in 11 weeks :-( Thanks for supporting our troops.
xoxo
Jin
so cute!! love your blog!!
Aw thank you so much Amy, I love yours too!! xoxo
Aww love your energy Kelly! You're such a lovely and gorgeous girl, and your photos are so cool. :D oOoO! Is Oliver a real life puppy or a little fake doll?! haha! So cute and tiny...
Hi kelly! I'm glad I came across your blog. It's awesome! Can't wait to try out some of your heathly recipes.
Btw your doggie is sooo cute! :-)
Oh my god, I love your blog even more now. I LOVE THE SKINS! SO happy to find a fellow blogger who loves our team!!
How have I never come across your blog before?! Love it! Going to try your macaroon recipe tonight :)
Kelly..I love your outlook on life and it really shows through on your blog. I'm a new follower and have really enjoyed reading your posts :) I became a vegetarian about 7 mos ago and have loved it so far. I will have to search through your recipes for ideas.
XOXO
Katie
What a great idea for a blog, Kelly. I admire your energy and zest for life!
Hey Kelly!
Wow, girl, you are so good at this blogging thing! I'm just new to it and trying to find my way. I love your site and love your food photographs! Such beautiful work! I caught a glimpse of some blueberry lemon bread on your site back from July. I can't wait to try it - two if my favorite flavor combinations! Have a super day, and I look forward to following your site more often.
Cheers!
Aww Jen thank you SO much!! I hope you're able to try that blueberry lemon bread, its still one of my favorite recipes! :) Thank you so much for following, love your blog too! xoxo
I love your site and you are absolutely adorable. Some really wonderful recipes here! Keep up the great work, looking forward to following.
LOVE that you're living in Virginia! I was born and raised there! We should totes be blogging friends :)
Hi! Just stopping by from Across the Pond and I wanted to say that I live in Virginia, too!
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