Even though July 4th will be celebrated differently this year, we can still revel in red, white, blue celebrations. Social distancing is the norm as are face coverings. What we can embrace is family, friendship and our beautiful country. It’s a time to reflect on happiness, JOY and you can still catch those fireworks live online or on TV.
Here in Telluride, CO we are known for our epic mid-day July 4th parade and evening fireworks. Crowds would typically be huge and our tiny mountain town of 2,500 expands from 18,000 to 24,000 people eager revelers. Obviously that won’t be the case this year as we must adhere to health codes. Looking after each other’s health is essential. I hope you all can enjoy everything we DO have. The freedoms, prosperity and abundance that we can find in life’s little things. Celebrations are what we make of them no matter how big or small. Let’s look at restrictions as opportunities to reinvent how we gather. I would love to hear how YOU are embracing the holiday and long weekend.
So go ahead and put on that pretty dress, make some delicious food and ENJOY!
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If there’s a part of my job that I absolutely LOVE is being able to share well curated, tasteful items with you. My greatest motivation is to inspire you to live your very BEST life! BIG thanks to Breathless Wines for inviting us to taste your wonderful sparkling wines from California.
Happy 4th of July weekend everyone! We are popping the cork and getting our celebration on with @breathlesswines
We love trying new wines and we are thrilled to share Breathless with you. Perfect to quench summer thirst. Breathless has 5 sparkling wines to choose from: Blanc de Blancs, Brut, Blanc de Noirs, Brut Rosé and Sparkling Moscato. Elegant, crisp bubbly at a very fair price point. Their goal is “bringing bubbles to all!” Produced in the traditional méthode Champenoise which is a process involving secondary fermentation in the bottle. This is how Champagne is produced, but any bubbly made ouside the Champagne region of France cannot be labeled as such.
So what that means is you are getting a similar experience made in the USA.
I’m a fan of Brut (dry) sparkling wines and Breathless has nailed this with their wine! The label is owned by three sisters and the winemaker is a female too. Sharon Cohn, Rebecca Faust, and Cynthia Faust are sisters who grew up in Northern California. The Breathless label was launched to honor their mother who passed away from a rare lung disease. The wines are such a beautiful tribute to her.
They are seeing great success with their wines and were just featured in Forbes! They offer a Sparkling Society membership club which is a GREAT way to have bubbly delivered directly to your door.
“The woman on our label is a tribute to our Mother, Martha, and all the men and women who teach and remind us to take each breath we are given as a gift to be cherished.
Thank you to Breathless for introducing me to your delicious sparkling wine. If you are looking to taste Breathless Wines they have a Sparkling Summer Bundle to check out. Just $49 for a 2-pack bundle.
Can you believe that July 4th is just around the corner? We are going to be doing some social distancing picnicking and I’m brining this delicious Skillet Brown Sugar Blueberry Cobbler to the celebration. This is such and easy recipe to take to any event and you can have it from prep to table in just under an hour. I use my favorite 10 inch cast iron skillet for this recipe.
Always a welcome breakfast or on the go snack is a delicious muffin. If you are a berry lover like I am then you will love these Triple Berry Muffins. A combo of fresh raspberries, strawberries and blueberries make these a trifecta of tastiness. I added some whole wheat pastry flour to make them just a little more healthy. I hope you enjoy them as much as we have.
In just under a week we celebrate July 4th here in the USA. Can you believe it? Summer is finding it’s flow and it’s sure different than it ever was. With social distancing and masks the norm this sparkly holiday will be celebrated in creative ways. Gathering in large groups is a no-no and fireworks have been banned in many places to keep the crowds at bay. Even though there will be restrictions…you can still celebrate with an awesome red, white & blue outfit. Here are some of my favorite pieces from around the web. Wear it for your small group party, Zoom call and for all those festive photos. Oh…and don’t forget that cocktail.
This classic technique involves creating a stamp that you press onto paper, cloth, or another material using ink. Block prints are so fresh for summer designs. This dress shows off the technique beautifully.
Wearing face masks have become the new normal as we try to combat coronavirus. These patriotic masks are styling and will definitely stand out in crazy times.
Flats can be really cool, especially when they are a fabulous pair of Golden Goose sneakers. These snakeskin beauties are great with the red/white/blue details.
The pin stripes on these patch-pocket denim shorts really up the game. The herrringbone stripe adds some texture and style. Endless ways you can dress these up or down.
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Salads reign supreme this time of the year. Wondering what to whip up for July 4th? This is a GREAT option! Whether your thing is a fresh vegetable salad, a protein-packed one or pasta salad, I’ve got plenty of options for you to explore. This Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad is easy to take on the go and has no mayo, so you don’t need to worry about constant refrigeration. Serve as a main or side.
We have been craving all kinds of frozen treats around here, especially ice cream. If you love ice cream as much as we do then you will have so much fun with this easy, highly customizable recipe. Dream of having single serve portions of strawberry, chocolate, mint chip, vanilla and S’mores ice cream? Want to experiment with your own flavors? Dream no longer, now you can make this delicious no-churn ice cream in the comfort of your very own home. Great for parties or any time you are craving “just the right amount” of ice cream. Looking for a vegan ice cream option? Try this No-Churn Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream.
Hi everyone! We all made it to the Summer Solstice aka: The FIRST DAY OF SUMMER! Today brings us the most daylight here in the Northern Hemisphere. I hope you are somewhere that you can enjoy the suns warming rays. If you feel like surfing around my website here are a few fun bits and pieces of summery inspo to check out.
If you are curious about my dress in these photos it’s from Love Shack Fancy, this style is from last year and sold out, but here are some others with a similar aesthetic.
Looking for some quenching cocktails? Here are a few to check out: I just posted this delicious Orange Basil Margarita recipe. Great for happy hour or any special occasion. Watch the video. Also, these Blueberry Martinis are always a big hit.
Check out this cool & creamy No-Churn Vegan Strawberry Coconut Ice Cream. No-Churn means it’s so easy to make and you don’t need any fancy devices. Vegan = Plant-Based and a refreshing way to enjoy a creamy, dairy free dessert.
Celebrating dad tomorrow for Father’s Day? How about making him this Bacon, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Casserole? A hearty breakfast/brunch that’s great for feeding a crowd. If lunch or dinner celebrations are happening try this Shrimp Scampi with Linguini, it’s out of this world! Watch the video.
As you’ve probably noticed on my Instagram stories, I love the challenging workouts on my Peloton bike. If you are part of the team there too, lets follow each other! You can find me under the username mmTelluride. I love high fiving and cheering folks on when I’m riding. Takes my mind off of how hard it is!
Let’s have some fun with pancakes! My BF says these is the BEST stack he’s ever had. That means a lot because he is a pancake connoisseur. We were so excited to dive into these that we actually had them for dinner. When the craving hits why fight it? These Lemon Coconut Ricotta Pancakes are super moist and the flavors blend together perfectly. Better than anything you can get at a diner. Besides, it’s so much easier to serve things up at home these days. Serve with maple syrup and sliced strawberries.
Make Your Next Workout More Fun with Pretty Printed Sets
Let’s face it…sometimes it’s hard to get motivated to workout. Having a cute, uplifting outfit can change all that. Slip into these leggings and matching tops and watch how quickly the “I’m not in the mood to workout.” Can turn into reaching your next PR / PB (personal best / personal record) I know that for me it always helps to put on a colorful, flattering matching outfit. It’s sort of like my superhero suit! (The outfit I’m wearing above is from last years collection at Carbon 38)
We’ve been celebrating the warm weather here in the mountains (except for the fact that it’s currently SNOWING!) It’s the time of year to celebrate fresh veggies and one of our all time favorites is English Cucumbers. They are crisp, cooling, seedless and so tasty! Whenever we go to Japanese restaurants I always order this Asian Cucumber Salad as an appetizer. It’s really so quick and simple to make at home. You can easily duplicate the flavors at home…so there’s not reason not to have it all the time!
I’m always on the quest for recipes my entire family will love. My daughter has been carefully following a vegetarian diet the past year, and I try to accommodate her choices in many of the meals I prepare. These completely delicious Vegetable Enchiladas hit the mark for all of us. They are filled with flavor and really satisfy both meat eaters and vegetarians. No one feels left out with this tasty dish. I actually made them twice in one week. Yes, they are that good!
