Cupcakes!

Orange cupcake with Orange Cream Cheese icing

(My favorite so far!)

Rose cupcakes with Rose icing!

The secret: Rosewater!

Up next?

I'm thinking strawberry!

Resolution #1: Cupcakes!

So, my #1 resolution this year is to become a cupcake master. I have never wanted anything more than to be known for making something really well. The pure bliss that a mouth-watering cupcake brings to someone is unbeatable, so I decided this is what I am aiming for.
I kind of cheated by getting a head start in December (2011) but my biggest accomplishments have been this year.
As part of my blog I will be updating my most recent cupcakes and some cool tips or ideas for making them. Look forward to it!

Fun Party Drink...Arnold Palmer Jello Shots!

All you need is 1 package of Lemon Jell-O, Firefly Vodka, and 10 lemons. Make the Jell-O normally, replacing the 1 cup of cold water with the vodka.
For the lemon shells, simply halve the lemons, remove everything inside, and place them tightly into a cake pan. Then fill them with the Jell-O and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing. Use a very sharp knife.

Cook's Note: do not let these sit for more than 36 hours or so, or the lemon peels will cause the shots to become extremely lemon-y.

Enjoy!

Easy Meal: Buffalo Chicken Calzone

I pulled this promotional recipe offline and made a few changes to better fit my tastes. The original recipe calls for a can of Pillsbury pizza crust (stretched out and cut into 4ths), barbecue chicken, and mozzarella.
I went with grilled chicken in buffalo sauce, mozzarella, chopped celery, and ranch for dipping. They were D-licious! And perfect for a college kid or a mom on-the-go! I thought of a few other traditional recipes but you could really add anything you would like!

Traditional
Pizza sauce
Mozzarella
Pepperoni
Sausage (for Meatlovers)

Caprese
Mozzarella
Tomato
Basil
Chicken (optional)

Recipe:
1. Oven at 425. Spray cookie sheet with non-stick spray.
2. Unroll and stretch dough, then cut into 4 pieces.
3. Fill, fold, and fork the edges!
4. Pop into the oven for 9-12 minutes (or until light brown.)

Easy, right?

Feel Good Morning Routine

I'm back! Amidst my procrastination I came up with this morning routine inspired by a post on pinterest. Although it is slightly personalized, I think it's mostly applicable to anyone. So here goes...

-Set your alarm for 7 am...DON'T HIT SNOOZE!
-Get out of bed and make it.
-Open your curtains. It's been proven to help you wake up in the morning.
-Eat a small snack - granola, yogurt, and/or fruit - and drink 2 glasses of water.
-Slip into your workout clothes of choice (I like more fitted ones because they make me suck in my stomach!)
-Head outside...walk 10 minutes, run 30, and walk 10 more.
-Once home, do 50 crunches and superman (back exercise).
-Stretch 10 minutes.
-Pamper yourself - hop in the shower, use facial scrub, shave
-Finish off your routine by making yourself pretty - makeup, hairdryer, and cute outfit
Now look in the mirror...how do you feel?

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A PINK folding chair!

This IKEA gem is an adorable twist on a boring piece of church picnic furniture. It is a PINK folding chair! So cute.

Ikea pink folding chair