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I want to take a minute before I bombard you with all the cool things that I have seen on the internet lately and just mention that some big things are going to be happening here on the blog soon. Like super big exciting things. I’m going to try to keep the daily program around here the same, but next week might be a bit difficult. Hang in there with me, and I’m hoping we come out a little stronger and more professional looking on the other side.

First up in case you missed who won the Boston Marathon.

I had a little too much fun checking out google’s Loch Ness Underwater Street View. I might be a nerd.

Check out these girls. Just wait for the lead guitarists solo. You wont believe they are 14, 12, and 9.

I love these “through the years” Videos. This one about womens exercise cracked me up.

Just scroll through this article. I didn’t read it at all, but the sandwiches have me mesmerized.

This little red head at 5 years old has raised over $25,000 from her lemonade stand. Find out why!

Does anyone want to get the Wood Brothers to come do this at my wedding in September?

Speaking of music. This band is my newest obsession.

This kid is real and his family is using his fame to help save his dad. Sometimes the internet does wonderful things.

36 Celebrities that Prove that Pale is the New Tan – I’m finally back in style!!!

The author of this article won a Pulitzer Price. Now go read it, because it’s amazing.

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Remember that Girl From the ring? She grew up to be pretty cool. Except that movie really did freak me out when it came out.

Just an interesting article

Why didn’t I think of this? A Great Gatsby Themed Wedding. Those dresses!!!

This grocery store is going to start selling imperfect produce at a reduced rate. Now there is a novel concept! sdfjoijelkj!!!! Seriously how has this not been done sooner and why isn’t everyone doing it?

The Shut-In Economy. Seriously! This is something we are facing and I’m not so sure it’s a good thing.

So many colors of yarn. I love them all.

I love it when a group can laugh at themselves. 

This might be one of my next projects.

Weekend Links

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There are quite a few things that I am obsessing about right now and I thought that you might enjoy a look at some of them as well. So because my life is a little hectic right now, or I’m lazy (you decide) here is a list of links and a picture of my adorable puppy.

I’m obsessing over this artist right now.

Missed Connections. How is everything this girl writes so good? Like so incredibly good. I will never have her abilities.

There is so much in this post I agree with. It’s all about vaccines FYI.

On Trichinosis in Wild Game – An interesting overview on food safety for my hunter/gatherer crowd.

On being self funded. It’s scary, it’s hard, and it’s complicated.

More on comparison.

The Health Benefits of Yarn Craft

I love this book, but for $7,000 I will sell it an buy a new one when it comes around again in a few months. Any takers? Just kidding, kind of.

Beauty is Everywhere: Women from 37 Countries.

Why You Don’t Need to Find Your Passion to Do What You Love

I’m reading The 4-Hour Workweek
. Here and here are some interesting thoughts on it.

Being a woman in business is changing and it’s awesome.

Things I wish I knew when I started Blogging.

Best of SL&G 2014 FREE ebook

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I’m super excited today to announce the launch of my new
ebook!
You may remember the first ebook that I launched back inNovember well that one is gone and a brand spankin’ new one has taken its place.
This book is a compilation of 30 of my most viewed,
commented, and shared recipes from 2014. The photos are better, the recipes are
way better and I guarantee you will enjoy it.
To get your free copy
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month newsletter, you will only receive occasional info on special bonus’
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How to Reduce the Temptation of Take Out

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How to Reduce the Temptation of Take Out

 

Eating out, picking up take out or having pizza delivered is incredibly convenient and accessible, but it cost money, and can hurt your waistline. I’ve mentioned this a bunch, but Chuck and I are trying to save money right now so we are doing our best to avoid spending extra money on food. The obvious way to do this is to cook at home. I’ve already talked about how I meal plan to help save money, but I’m human and a meal plan doesn’t ensure I won’t want that super greasy takeout pizza on Friday after a long work week. Here is what I’m doing to avoid the pesky temptation troll.

 

  1. Try to come up with recipes similar to my favorite takeout food. Some great examples are 15 Minute Lo Mein, Wonton Soup, Homemade Pizza, Linguine with Clam Sauce, and One Pan Chicken Broccoli Alfredo.
  2. Keep a list of easy and quickrecipes on hand with all the ingredients. 15 and 20 minute meals are totally more appealing than a 40 minute, multi-dish recipe (hello clean up after?).
  3. Meal plan. I already discussed this above, see here for more info.
  4. Keep ready prepared meals accessible – Precooked chicken breasts, frozen homemade soups, ravioli, frozen meatballs, frozen taco meat and other things that I can prepare in 10 minutes or less is ideal.
  5. Use the crockpot. If I start the crock pot before work I pretty much then have to eat whatever it is when I get home or it goes to waste. Also coming home to a wonderful smelling house does wonders to change your cravings. Check out my list of 100 Slow Cooker Recipesfor Winter.
  6. Keep salad stuff in the house. – Those frozen chicken breasts heat up in the microwave and go great on a big salad. The same goes for taco meat (or beans), leftover roast veggies, leftover steak, and a ton of other stuff. Also it doesn’t last long so if I know its going to go bad soon then I am more likely to eat it instead of ordering out.
  7. Set a dining out budget for the month. Once you hit that limit don’t go out until the beginning of the next month. If it’s the social aspects that you are missing try hosting a potluck, or inviting friends over instead of going out.

Do you have anything that you do to help curb the take out monster? I’ll take all the tips I can get!