"The end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time."
- T.S. Eliot
- T.S. Eliot
xoxo Shauna
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Breakfast of Champions
It's hard for me to down a big meal in the am, especially during the summertime because my appetite tends to be suppressed when it's hot out (not complaining ;)). But, it is true that breakfast is the most important meal of the day & this protein smoothie is my daily go-to. It not only fills me up, but is SUPER healthy & gets my day going on the right foot.
1 scoop soy vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup organic blueberries
1/2 cup frozen spinach
1/2 cup water or almond milk
1 tablespoon ground flax seed
In total this smoothie has about 150 calories (& around 200 if almond milk is used rather than water) & is packed FULL of fiber, protein, antioxidants & vitamins. It keeps me full until the afternoon & doesn't make me "crash" like a breakfast high in carbs or sugar would. Did I mention it's delicious, too? :)
xoxo Shauna
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Argan Oil
While I was in Spain, my girlfriends & I decided to take a little trip over to Mococco. We rode camels, saw a snake charmer, ate a traditional Moroccan meal, walked through the bazaar, bought spices... & then stumbled upon pure GOLD. I have to admit, I was most excited about finding real Moroccan oil, since I use the stuff in my hair almost daily.
The company Moroccan Oil has really capitalized on the Moroccan culture's use of Argan oil. They use it as a skin moisturizer, in their hair, as a dietary supplement, a blemish remedy, anti-aging oil & so much more! I was lucky to stumble upon some locals in a farmacia selling the stuff for about 6 euros a bottle (compared to more than $50 a bottle in the states).
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| Morroccan Oil |
Argon oil is produced from the kernels of the argan tree, found only in Southeast Morocco. Above are some photos of locals grinding the kernels to extract the oil. Argan cultivation is strictly controlled by Moroccan government & it's profits go directly to local Moroccan tribes.
Pretty cool.
xoxo Shauna
Monday, July 11, 2011
Espana!
I'm baaaaaaaaack!
Had the most amazing trip of my life! 17 days of siestas, fiestas, & summer love.
I feel so blessed to have such amazing people in my life that have the same passion for travel & life that I have & it feels good to be back home with my amazing family & friends.
In front of our hotel in Madrid.
Mojitos in Barcelona.
Dinner in Malaga.
Snake charmer in Morocco.
Moroccan Snails.
European paradise.
My love & I in Pampolona covered in sangria for the running of the bulls :)
xoxo Shauna
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