So what’s the biggest thing I’ve learned while on a wheat-free diet?

August 21, 2013August 21, 2013 / Erin May / Leave a comment

I’m about halfway through a month of trying the wheat-free diet. I was compelled to try it out in camaraderie with the guy, and thought that summer, with its fresh veggies and outdoor grilling, would be the perfect time to give it a shot.

So what are some of the big things I’ve discovered since? Well, this isn’t going to surprise anyone, but…

I miss bread

…I really do. And cookies. And cereal. I miss all the things bread products allow you to eat- jams, honey, cheese, sandwich stuff. Although, I’m still eating plenty of those things now.

But what do I like? I like eating a whole plate of fresh fruit and vegetables. I like taking a bit more time to prepare meat for my meals rather than settling for a grilled cheese sandwich. I like that, when I eat out, I feel justified in just ordering the steak.

I have until about September 9th to go, and who knows if I’ll keep it up past that point, but for now I’m enjoying the challenge.

Manic Monday

August 19, 2013 / Erin May / 1 Comment

Hello! And Happy Monday!

You know how summer always seems to be jam-packed with fun? Well, this summer has had that going on, plus a whole lot more. I’m happy to report that, after an amazing weekend with friends from out of town and seeing two amazing people tie the knot, I’m seeing a lot of clear schedules in my future. Which, to me, is a good thing.

I need a lot of down time. I need hours to myself, thinking and creating and reading. I need to have peace and quiet in order to feel prepared for the times that are loud and chaotic. And I’ve been missing this crucial time lately- and really missing my blog!

So I’m back. My busy-ness* will come and go (as it always does), but I’m committing myself to this blog.

And with that, here are some fun links to make you think:

I’ve been digging My Pinterest again lately, but more so I’ve enjoyed this site making fun of the site: Pinterest, You Are Drunk.
The Fox is Black shares some of the most type-obsessed accounts on Instagram! Worth a peek.
I’m not especially handy when wielding a nail polish brush, but this floral painting technique is so cute (and she makes it look so easy!)
As a graphic designer/marketer/non-profiteer/writer/blogger/creative, I am greeted with this anxiety often: how to respond to the question, “What do you do?”
Meh…I’m not sure these fonts are “Life Changing,” but they are pretty great (and at a great price- free!) Thanks, Buzzfeed.
These might not be particularly practical, but how stinking cute are these miniature Pinata DIY favors!!!

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*I originally wrote “my business” and couldn’t figure out for the longest time why that looked so wrong. Busy-ness. Oh yeah, that’s not actually a real word.

What I’ve been reading lately

August 14, 2013 / Erin May / Leave a comment

Hello! I’m back. I’m ready to be blogging girl again. Where have I been? Oh, lots of places, but mostly just clearing my head and getting a break.

It was amazing. But more will come on that later!

Books on hold from the library come all at the same time!

Today I want to do a quick rundown on my reading challenge. Last night, I had book club and was reminded not only of how much I love to read, but also how much I love to share about reading.

So, here’s how that old list is going, 15 books in 15 weeks:

Will Grayson Will Grayson by John Green and David Levithan
When Everything Changed: The Amazing Journey of American Women from 1960 to the Present by Gail Collins
Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers by Mary Roach
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues by Tom Robbins
Maus II A Survivor’s Tale: And Here My Troubles Began by Art Spiegelman
Someday, Someday Maybe by Lauren Graham
Life and Death are Wearing Me Out by Mo Yan
The God of Animals: A Novel by Aryn Kyle
Packing for Mars by Mary Roach
A Visit from the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan

So…any suggestion of what to read next??? I’m looking!

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