tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953Tue, 21 May 2013 20:14:46 +0000moisturizerdinnerbooksDIYlawyersshoppingcookbookMinnetonkaeasteretsysprinklesnailssummerMexicanthoughtscelebritycosmeticsbarwarepetsdishwashersnutellarecipesworkjump startTopShopMarc by Marc Jacobsinterior designpeaceWeddingpeanut butterholidayveganGAPideasmarshmallowFloridaflatsjewelryTory Burchanniversaryholidaysdessertsmoothiesdesignmazelschickenbloggingloveyou tubecookingsupportasianlink love. mazelspinachmaple syrupcinco de mayoinspirationAppliancesdecoratinglifestylenail polishhandbagsvegasgiftsbirthdayssnacksbiscoffDeborah LippmannBlueberriescakelearningsalequinoasequinsnutribulletshoesdessertsmuffinssoupmazelbridalmusicKate Spadefashionpassovercasserolesmantra of the monthfriendshiplushmakeupraceswordsskinoutdoorsstir-fryvegetarianpastaWordless Wednesdaysguestshumanityhealthfitnessrecipes desserthealthyTOMSfishgraduationnoshblackandwhitepolyvoreTocca Beautyhow topinterstarthairtrendshomeside dishtravelchocolatecleansebutterscotchsunscreenanti-agingspringbakingfamilyBuffalobrowniesmitzvahsstatement necklacefrench toastdressesdecorJ.Crewchocolate chipsexercisefridayshrimpice creamseafoodaccessoriescollegefurballsfalllinksbeefsunglassesLoren Hopeanti-wrinklestylebrithdayssweetspinterestcolorMariah Careyinvitationscelebrationsgluten-freeflowersCookiesZarabostonfloraljuicingbeachhalf marathonsentreessaladBreakfastmeatlessraisinsmemoriesnecklacesdancingclothestoffeeFoodbeautyfriendsmac and cheeseSunday DinnerPizzaLongchamptartsvacationObsessed WithbarsSam EdelmancupcakesmushroomsbroccolihappyweekendlululemonValentineslifefacesales. DIYpatiorunningbaked goodsbanglescornbreadquoteseye creampumpkingirl on a budgethttp://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Becky)Blogger264125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-5778048001574605326Tue, 21 May 2013 20:14:00 +00002013-05-21T16:14:46.147-04:00half marathonsmazelstravellululemonFoodracesfriendsfitnessrunning Well folks, I can proudly say that I completed my third half marathon- part of the Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon Weekend- on Sunday. Not only that - I PRed with a chip time of 1:58. I mentally set a goal to be sub-2:00 so I'm very happy with this time. Plus, I got to spend the weekend in Cleveland with my bestie Schwemie and her husband. Winning all around.  C and I head over to Cleveland from http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/05/rite-aid-cleveland-half-marathon-2013.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-1697439950444885453Mon, 20 May 2013 16:17:00 +00002013-05-20T12:17:59.392-04:00DIYjump startfashioninterior designweekendrecipes {via} Good Morning and Happy Monday, all! I had a fantastic weekend in Cleveland, OH. I'm going to blog about it later tonight and (hopefully) be able to give you a full recap tomorrow. In the meantime, some links to get your week going. xoxo  There is just something about this tee... A deadly combo of pesto and mushrooms all on top of pizza Mint green walls = swoon.  Just in case we http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/05/jump-start-27.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-3194954278942101078Fri, 10 May 2013 12:24:00 +00002013-05-10T08:24:13.096-04:00graduationmazelsFoodmitzvahsfriendsfamilyloveweekendrecipes {via}  As I mentioned yesterday, today my baby brother graduates from college. The ceremony is at 1pm and, luckily, it is indoors because apparently some super rain storm is headed our way. I hope this storm makes a detour to anywhere but here. Tonight, we celebrate NP with a steak dinner at EB Greens- just us immediate family. Tomorrow, my mother and I will be cooking/ baking all day inhttp://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/05/a-celebratory-weekend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-4987698259753019920Fri, 10 May 2013 01:03:00 +00002013-05-10T07:51:24.927-04:00mazelscollegememoriesfriends Seven years ago I graduated from college.* Sometimes it feels like it was just yesterday that I was strolling across the Quad at Wake Forest University on my way to class or chapter or the library. But as the years pass, as we continue to move on into adulthood, get promotions, establish our roots in new cities, get married, buy houses, have babies, those college years- and our more http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/05/young-dumb-but-with-heart.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-1869937478174632243Thu, 09 May 2013 15:52:00 +00002013-05-09T11:53:29.952-04:00outdoorspatiomazelslifestylespringdesignsummerhome 1 // 2 During the upcoming summer months, our backyard will be calling to us to come and relax, unwind, and entertain family & friends. We are looking forward to plenty of warm summer days and nights spent outside enjoying these outdoor spaces. And, accordingly, I want to create a cheerful, inviting and fun outdoor space. Because we moved into our new house back in December, C and I http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/05/abode-envy-outdoor-living-spaces.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-1169517843493286744Mon, 06 May 2013 16:52:00 +00002013-05-06T12:52:15.482-04:00thoughtsjump startWeddingfitnessrecipes {via}  My big day may be in the past but I can't help but admire all the pretty gowns - these romantic frocks have me swooning! Another meatless burger waiting for a test-drive in my kitchen. YUM A red lipstick controversy (and feminist fight?) at 35,000 feet. Every outdoor space needs tunes.  With my 1/2 marathon less than 2 weeks away, my foam roller and I are becoming tighter than everhttp://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/05/jump-start-26.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-4050299149409498902Fri, 03 May 2013 17:25:00 +00002013-05-03T14:59:05.281-04:00you tubeoutdoorsfriendshipFoodspringfridaycakefamilyweekendrecipes Heeellllo weekend! Good to see you again. We East Coasters have been LOVING this weather haven't we? (So sorry midwesteners. We hear you are having a tiny bit of a snow issue...) The weathermen (and ladies) are promising us more gorgeous spring weather all weekend long and I couldn't be happier about it. PS- I have to apologize. Lately, it seems like all I can talk about is the weather but, http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/05/friday-pins.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-3022358674369265050Wed, 01 May 2013 17:51:00 +00002013-05-01T14:01:32.457-04:00smoothiesBreakfastnutribulletspinachvegetariancookingrecipesgluten-free Ok. So I swear on my mother's life that I invented the snuggie when I was like five years old. I just didn't know it. Oh you too wore your parents' robes backwards, hopped up on the couch, snuggled down into the robe and watched Sesame Street? So we were both too young and not forward-thinking enough to capitalize on the world's dumbest most lucrative idea yet. Let's kick ourselves for that http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/05/double-chocolate-banana-green-smoothie.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-1310520316439991903Wed, 01 May 2013 17:01:00 +00002013-05-01T13:01:43.385-04:00mazelsquotesmantra of the month {via}  A girl after my own heart, that Cher. Let's all take her advice this month - dance like nobody's watching, sing like nobody's listening, and take a few risks. Happy May! xoxo  http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/05/mantra-of-month-may.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-2345678778856597923Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:41:00 +00002013-04-29T13:42:19.076-04:00barwaredecorcolorfashionrecipesartetsydecoratingjump startsales. DIYFoodwordsinterior design {via}  25% off any purchase at J.Crew means this and maybe this will be purchased. (enter code SPRINGBEST for discount)  ~ My new etsy find. A print or two might be on its way to my house as we speak.   As a person who just doesn't do loaves of meat, I'm slightly ashamed to admit I want to make these right now.  Agates are still all the rage as proven by this DIY. (and speaking of coastershttp://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/jump-start-25.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-3791250659489548736Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:36:00 +00002013-04-26T13:39:01.947-04:00dancinghappyfurballsworklifefridayweekend {via}  I feel like dancing today. I'm not quite sure why- wait, that's a lie- I feel like dancing because IT'S FRIDAY and the weekend is here! So that means I'm doing a little itsfridayandi'mgoingtodancemypantsoff shake in my office with Michael Jackson's PYT playing on Pandora. Wait, you aren't doing that too?   I had a stressful work week for sure but good stress. There are some excitinghttp://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/doing-friday-dance.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-7035541825788929426Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:40:00 +00002013-04-23T14:40:52.801-04:00moisturizerbeautyshoppingsunscreenfaceanti-wrinkleeye creamskinanti-aging Everyone wants great skin, right? And, us ladies can go through much frustration trying to achieve the perfect dewy bright complexion  After completing a very intense Fraxel treatment two years ago, my skin completely changed. What once was oily and acne prone is now slightly dry and in need of regular exfoliation. Basically, I had to adjust my complete skin care routine and product arsenal. http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/spring-beauty.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-1756678186022581402Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:37:00 +00002013-04-22T10:37:38.603-04:00anniversarymazelsDIYjump startFoodfashionfitnesslinksrecipes {via} Saturday was my second blog anniversary. I feel a calm sense of accomplishment with the marking of this milestone. Not because this blog is particularly successful in the world of blogging. Because it's not. This blog is not my job. And, this blog does not rack in big bucks through sponsors. Nope. This is just my little outlet, my little slice on the blogosphere pie.  Beautiful life http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/jump-start-second-blogversary.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-7505482924045836708Fri, 19 Apr 2013 14:44:00 +00002013-04-19T10:44:15.497-04:00mazelsfamilyloveweekend {via} Ahh folks, we find ourselves with another weekend upon us. Tragic events filled this past week making this weekend seem so much more precious. We hold our breath and keep a watchful eye on Boston. To all of your there, especially the law enforcement officers, my thoughts and prayers are with you.  So let us go about our weekends with peace in mind. Let us all be grateful for the http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/le-weekend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-6759977653825648656Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:15:00 +00002013-04-17T16:38:13.464-04:00beachvacationshoppingjuicingracesfamilyfitnessrunningFlorida (my aunt's neighbor's pet turtle out for a stroll. nbd.)  Last Wednesday, I hopped on a plane with my mom and head down (well, technically back down because I was already there in March...) to St. Augustine Florida. We just can't get enough of St. Augustine Florida, what can I say? My aunt spends her winters down there and come April my mom flies down to help my aunt pack up and trek back http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/florida-adventures-recap.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-3751397512661544635Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:04:00 +00002013-04-16T14:04:40.907-04:00supportpeacehumanitybostonloverunning original image via This is not the post I planned to write for today. I planned on writing a post recapping my adventures in Florida which included running a 5k race. A 5k race that I placed second in my age group. A running triumph. But, in the wake of the awful events that occurred in Boston yesterday- a day that should have been full of running triumphs for so many that ended in tragedy-  http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/humanity-for-boston.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-869523958171509098Mon, 08 Apr 2013 13:43:00 +00002013-04-08T09:43:46.082-04:00accessoriesartjump startshoessnackscookbookfashioninterior designcookingrecipes {via} Get a tour of Barbie's Inner Sanctum and ponder the possibilities of a blonde hair chandelier in your living room. GP has done it again and she's telling us it's all good. (ps- could clean eating trend like anymore?) New-to-me homegoods/ lifestyle brand...the canvas art is really speaking to me.  The perfect nude sandal that needs to make it into my closet for the summer.  These http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/jump-start-23.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-6951680038530976437Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:07:00 +00002013-04-05T10:07:54.452-04:00mazelstravelFoodspringfashionweekend {via}  The first weekend in April is upon us! Spring might just be peaking her pretty little head out too! C and I are in Pittsburgh for his best bud's wedding (rehearsal tonight and then the Big Party on Saturday). Last night, we had a v delish dinner with one of C's college buds at The Common Plea. If you find yourselves in need of a little rustic Italian while in Pittsburgh, we highly http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/happy-weekend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-3447378862952504498Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:43:00 +00002013-04-04T12:44:24.506-04:00ice creameasterspringmaple syrupfamilyholidayspets    So I married into a Maple Syrup family. I knew this but I didn't really know this because, until the past weekend, had yet see life at my in-laws during Sugar Season. We spent Easter down in PA with C's family and I finally got to see maple syrup actually being made! You guys, making maple syrup is pretty cool. And, not as dirty of a job as some would suggest. Now, of course, I justhttp://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/easter-and-sugar-camp.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-7599869348387907966Mon, 01 Apr 2013 14:29:00 +00002013-04-01T10:29:09.884-04:00mazelswordsspringquotesinspiration {via}No fooling around here...lets start this month off right with some positive thinking! Happy April, all. xoxo  http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/04/mantra-of-month.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-8495219293830390693Thu, 28 Mar 2013 23:45:00 +00002013-03-28T19:51:13.605-04:00BuffaloWeddinginvitationscelebrations wowsers. that's a doozie of a blog post title but I wanted to make sure I got that all in. You may be wondering why I'm talking about my wedding invitations/ reception pieces now...almost 7 months after our big day. Well, the so very talented Alyson, a graphic designer invitation creator extraordinae who owns with her husband Rust Belt Love, a local WNY boutique design studio, recently http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/03/wedding-flashback-invitations-reception.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-6646686034803292334Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:32:00 +00002013-03-26T06:32:05.313-04:00sunglasseshandbagsaccessoriessaleKate Spadefashiondresses Sexy Back Dress // Wooden Nesting Bowls // Skinny Jean in Signature Zig Zag   iphone case // Squared Sunnies // Half Circle Satchel  Kate Spade's new fun & affordable line 'Kate Spade Saturday' is here! My preliminary opinion says YES! Full of signature Kate Spade bold colors and graphic prints, this line offers stylish threads and accessories at very wallet-friendly prices. What's not http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/03/kate-spade-saturday.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-1296488391081209849Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:06:00 +00002013-03-25T10:06:55.269-04:00jump startjuicingFoodspringhealthfitnesshealthycleanserecipes {via}  Discounts for spring cleaning your body makes Monday waaaay better. Use "SPRINGCLEAN" at checkout. Thank you Blueprint! Homemade Larabars? Good for the body and easier on the wallet.Yes please. Bring more of Pantone's Emerland Green into your wardrobe. Because when I run, I want to run in style. Who doesn't need a DIY stenciled wall in their home? http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/03/jump-start-22.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-3203115307150637870Sun, 24 Mar 2013 18:30:00 +00002013-03-24T14:30:20.561-04:00nailsbeautyspringnail polishweekend Teeny tiny pastel dots scattered across bright white nail polish...what's not to love? This will for sure be my spring "statement nail." What nail trends are you liking for spring? Yay or nay to the polish that makes your nails look like speckled egg Easter candy? (I'm more on the nay side but hey you never know) Happy Sunday! xoxo {image via} http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/03/something-for-sunday.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6151679289068041953.post-5442430036502339268Fri, 22 Mar 2013 17:07:00 +00002013-03-22T13:07:58.635-04:00mazelsDIYbakingspringweekendflowers {via}  The first weekend of spring is on the horizon except, when you look outside here in Buffalo, you wouldn't be able to tell. In fact, from the blowing snow and 6-8 inches of powdery accumulation that is taunting me from the driveway, (hehe you must shovel me soon if you have any hopes of meeting C for dinner in the city tonight!) I'd say it's more like mid-January out there versus http://beckyknowsitall.blogspot.com/2013/03/weathery-weekend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Becky)0