Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl with Toasted Coconut Chips and Almonds

This super simple Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl is packed with tons of fresh berries and creamy Greek yogurt. 

Topped with Toasted Coconut Chips and Almonds for crunch, it's a healthy way to start your day!

The summer of 2016 is going to be all about satisfying my cravings. My cravings for food, for life, and for my wardrobe! Living in Michigan I'm just about 90 minutes or so from the beach. The beautiful beaches of Lake Michigan that is! Last year I told my kids we were going to take road trips every few weeks and enjoy the beach, and you know what? We never did it. Not once! Between work and summer sports for my son, the summer flew by and we hand't visited Lake Michigan one. single. time. This year I won't let that happen! I've already marked off some dates on the calendar and we are for sure making day trips to play on the beach and enjoy everything that Michigan has to offer.

As far as my wardrobe cravings, that has needed a bit of help as well! I will admit that I've gained a few pounds this year {and am currently trying to take them off!}, so I wanted a few new pieces that I could feel comfortable in until the weight goes back down. I picked up a few new tops and capri pants, but I also had the opportunity to try something new from prAna. I chose the lightweight, soft and ultra comfy Quinn Dress in the Indigo Lace pattern. It's made from recycled materials and is very stretchy, making it the best little sundress for the summer.

Making Time for Yourself {+ prAna Giveaway}

Making time for yourself is so important! Whether it's taking a walk, doing yoga, or going to the gym, 

be sure to make YOU a priority.

Photo courtesy of prAna

This isn't my usual post today. I'm not sharing a recipe or a how-to, but sharing the importance of making time for yourself. Do you make time for YOU every day? Or even every week? I for one am guilty of not spending time on myself as often as I should. Between work and my boys, homework, sports. etc., it can be difficult to carve out "me time." This Fall I've decided that needs to change, even if I spend just 20 to 30 minutes doing something that I love.

Although my love for baking goes really deep, and I consider baking "my time," it's nice to get out of the house, get some fresh air, and be active. Two of my favorite activities are walking and yoga. I rarely exercise at a gym, I do mostly everything at home. Taking a walk around my neighborhood is so refreshing. Since I live further out of the city, but not totally in the country, there is so much to see on my walk. Whether it's a deer near the river, little squirrels and chipmunks running through the woods, or the tons of beautiful birds we have in our area, I never tire of the beautiful scenery.