Back when I changed my blog name to The Yooper Girl, I knew that I wanted to start incorporating more things from my homeland, the U.P. I know a lot of people are confused as to what "Yooper" means, so here's a basic explanation. yooper: a native or resident of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan It … [Read more...] about Traditional Yooper Pasties
Pictures from the Weekend
It's been a long time since I did a weekend recap post! It was a pretty eventful one so I thought I'd post some pictures I took these past few days. Friday I had a quiz bowl game which means we get to go out for lunch! We tried a new spot called Aubree's Pizzeria. Um, YES. from my … [Read more...] about Pictures from the Weekend
Eben Ice Caves
It's not too often that I have a free day during the weekend, so last Saturday Mom and I took advantage of it and went to the Eben Ice Caves! Since Saturday morning is my run day I did a nice and easy seven miles before we left. I don't get to run a lot during the week since I … [Read more...] about Eben Ice Caves
Healthy Avocado, Artichoke, and Kale Dip with Whole Wheat Garlic Rolls {BLOGIVERSARY!}
I am SO excited to be celebrating my second blogiversary today! I wrote my first post on January 27, 2013, and have been writing ever since. I always think about it, but what did I do before blogging? I've went through spurts of blogging too much (and not doing anything else) to only posting … [Read more...] about Healthy Avocado, Artichoke, and Kale Dip with Whole Wheat Garlic Rolls {BLOGIVERSARY!}
Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Smoothie
I know, I know. This smoothie combo is like ten years old and I'm just trying it now. What's new? I do eat the peanut butter/banana/oatmeal combo quite frequently, but when you put it in smoothie form? Ohhhh yes. Breakfast is forever changed. β₯ I couldn't eat any solid food for two days … [Read more...] about Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Smoothie
Sweet Sixteen
I celebrated my sixteenth birthday last Sunday! It couldn't have been a better day - a run, good food, and family. Here are some pictures! For my birthday dinner I requested Grandma's famous lasagna!And for my cake - the Pioneer Woman's Italian Cream Cake. (So proud of Mom for … [Read more...] about Sweet Sixteen
Tips for Taking Your Drivers Test
Sorry for basically falling off the face of Blogland last week! I don't really have any excuses except it was the first week back at school and I picked other things over writing a post. I have just a few things from the weekend that I want to share! On Friday it was the big rivalry … [Read more...] about Tips for Taking Your Drivers Test
Healthy Eggplant Parmesan
Um... it's already Day Four of 2015? Like how did that happen? Day Four means tomorrow is Day Five which means back to school :( these two weeks off have been glorious. But really, how was everyone's New Year's? Mine was really fun although I admit I struggled to stay awake that … [Read more...] about Healthy Eggplant Parmesan
2014!
And just like that, we're at the end of 2014. Super clichΓ©, but I don't know how it went by so fast. After going back and reading last year's post I'm amazed at how much I forgot! That's the reason I like to write these posts - it's a place for me to go back to in years and remember! I … [Read more...] about 2014!
Christmas Scenes
Just a few pictures from the most wonderful, fantastic, incredible Christmas! Grandpa's Birthday (23rd) Christmas Eve Christmas Day β₯ … [Read more...] about Christmas Scenes
Vegan Baked Chia Power Doughnuts
It's officially Christmas Break!! The two weeks every kid looks forward to from the first day of school (at least I know I do:) I'm super excited to just chill out and spend time with family and bake cookies! Or doughnuts.Vegan Baked Chia Power Doughnuts. Ohhh Lord. It's the 21st … [Read more...] about Vegan Baked Chia Power Doughnuts
Candy Cane Monster Cookies {+ giveaway!}
This post is sponsored by Peanut Butter & Company and I received product. All opinions expressed are my own! Ohhh yeah. Peanut butter, oatmeal, chocolate chips, crushed candy canes. NO FLOUR! Today I'm teaming up with Peanut Butter & Company to bring you #CandyCaneHacks - a … [Read more...] about Candy Cane Monster Cookies {+ giveaway!}
