A Few of my Favorite Things...

There are certain brands that, in my opinion, work better for my body during and while teaching yoga. There are certain brands I also just prefer to lounge around the house in, swim, hike and more. Here are a few of my favorite brands ...

I love Teeki for a few reasons. Mainly the fact that they are eco-conscious, using recycled water bottles to make their clothing. They always have the most fun prints and colors, they're super light weight for your 100 degree classes, and dry quickly for those really hot classes. They also have reasonably priced pants. The star power pants above are $72, but you can usually find most of their products around the $60 range, which is far from the average Lululemon price for pants.

Beyond Yoga is great because the quality is durable and always ridiculously soft. I mainly only have their pants because of how soft they are. These are the ultimate lounge pants, so it's a 2 in 1! These pants typically range from $70-$99, these I can definitely stand by and say they are absolutely worth the investment. 

Lululemon is yes, expensive, but the Canadian based line always has plenty to choose from, and cater to every type of workout and yoga class. I especially love my "Big Yoga" mat in black, that is non slip and super thick. Along with my mat carrier for when I travel or need a grab and run to head to the studio. I recommend hitting up their sale racks or outlet locations if you're more on the price conscious side!

I would have to say my favorite usual go to is Alo. Their prices vary, but stand more in the Lululemon, Beyond Yoga range. I tend to mostly buy their brand because it's not too thick since I only teach and attend hot classes. But they are also great for the winter as well with a little more thickness. Their colors they come out for the season are always spot on. And my favorite sports bras are from them, the fit is fantastic in general. This brand I will continue to stand by.

Vegan | Chocolate Cake

Now is this really that surprising? I'm a lover of sweets, what can I say? Let me just start off by saying that this is not your average chocolate cake. Not because it is vegan; free of dairy, the fact that it tastes better then a normal chocolate cake, but because I found it on Free People's blog. As if Free People could not get any better with their flowy, bohemian clothes, but the fact that they provide recipes that you can hide delicious things under?? 

Count me IN.

Chocolate Cake (vegan)

1 1/4 cups flour
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/3 cup canola oil
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 cup warm water
1 tsp vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 350° and prepare two circular baking pans with cooking spray if you’re making a layer cake. If not, prepare one 8×8 inch square pan.

In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. In a separate bowl combine canola oil, vinegar,

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water, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir to combine until smooth. Split the cake batter in half between pans and bake for 23 minutes, or until cooked through. Let cakes cool to room temperature before frosting.

Chocolate Sour Cream Frosting (vegan)

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
¼ cup vegan butter, room temperature
½ cup vegan sour cream
2 ½ cups confectioners sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla
Raspberries, for topping

Using a double boiler, or small saucepan over medium heat, melt the chocolate chips and transfer to a stand mixer. Let the chocolate sit to room temperature. Add the butter, sour cream, confectioners sugar and vanilla and stir until the mixture becomes fluffy, forming small peaks. Spread the frosting evenly across the vegan chocolate cake and top with fresh raspberries.

And the results of this delicious, yet fluffy and light cake.

Source: Vegan Chocolate Cake With Sour Cream Frosting | Free People Blog http://blog.freepeople.com/2014/03/vegan-chocolate-cake/#ixzz35a8cUPZh

THE " P O T E N T I A L"

So maybe I've been a little M.I.A with the actually "dating" part of my blog. Part of that reason has been because I have actually been seeing someone pretty darn special. Now we're not exclusive yet, so one thing to always remember when just in the "dating/talking stage" my friends. NEVER put all of your eggs in one basket.

Now I'm not saying, continue to sleep with other people. I may like "Nick" the most, and ideally want things to move to the next level. But I am also not going to be naïve and 100% only keep myself to him until that time, because this is the number one mistake typically women tend to do. If you're seeing someone you really like, the best thing to do is continue to go on dates/meet others. That is because this will keep you distracted from wanting to hear from the most important of them all 24/7 and making the mistake of, A) calling too much and B) creating obscure scenarios in your head of why he/she has not contacted you in hours or days at that.

Keep things light and fun with the "potential" lead. Make sure with the other "sides" you do not give them too much hope of anything actually moving forward. This will only make things A) Potentially more confusing and B) A huge mess. I typically tend to go on one or two dates with someone and no more then that. You do not want to lead them on anymore then that. I assure you that the more you're "distracted" continuing to live your life and not seem as interested as you actually are. The "potential" will come your way eventually. Just give it time.

A few rules to remember once again when juggling multiples but not wanting to risk messing anything up with the "potential"...

1. Do not EVER go home with anyone else other then the potential.
 *This is the number one rule, because you will get nixed if the potential finds out you're sleeping with other people; that is a red flag of betrayal/trust.

2. Do not go on more then 2 dates with another prospect; unless your feelings are growing stronger with them then the potential.

3. I would keep it to yourself that you're seeing others. Unless you think it will work in your favor with the potential... Usually this just backfires, I know this from experience.

4. The three "C's". Always remain calm, cool and collected. For example, if they bail on you after making plans to go on a date. Do not take it personal, something could have actually come up, things happen. They will want to make plans again if you respond as such, "no worries, another time!" and leave it at that.

Girls only:

5. Let the potential do the work. Let them call, text and ask you out first. At least in the first month. You do not want to come off clingy and annoying.

6. Be independent. Not only should you be independent even after becoming "official", but usually nothing more a man loves, is a women who can make her own money and do things on her own.

What Is too long to wait until it is just you and that person exclusively?

That all depends on how long you can play the waiting game and you're ok with it. Just make sure if you're the girl, I highly recommend you do not bring it up until the guy does. They need to be the ones to realize they want to be with you.


Until you're official with someone, go have fun! It is the summer after all and their loss if it does not work out.