Indulge Your Cheesecake Instincts with Fiber One Cheesecake Bars

I'm a bit of a foodie with a true love for anything remotely resembling dessert. Lately I've been craving one of my favorite desserts though; I want the perfect slice of cheesecake! I'm obsessed with the rich, creamy texture, the buttery graham cracker crumb crust, and the most delicious flavors. 

The thing is, I've lost a lot of weight recently and I'm really trying to live a healthier lifestyle which means I tend to steer clear of desserts in general, especially cheesecake. This is tough, but worth it! I was living a in cheesecake-less world for the last few months, until I found Fiber One Cheesecake Bars in Salted Caramel and Strawberry! Now I can indulge in cheesecake daily, if I please and not worry about gaining each time I take a bite.

These delicious little treats are the ultimate after dinner "dessert"; offering the perfect creamy texture, a moist and flavorful graham cracker crust, and a swirl of caramel (or strawberry) that really adds that extra little touch and really boosts the flavor all for just 150 calories!

I love serving these Fiber One cheesecake desserts to company with a drizzle of chocolate over the top and a couple of strawberries for decoration! Think restaurant quality dessert, without any hassle or guilt - what more could a cheesecake-loving-foodie ask for?

Are you ready to follow your cheesecake instincts? Enter to win $15 CASH so Fiber One and I can treat you to a couple of boxes of cheesecake bars!

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So what are you waiting for? Head to Publix and grab a box or two of Fiber One Cheesecake bars, because now you can have your cheesecake, eat it, and save money too!

Sharing GOOD News & My Love for HP Instant Ink!

Today's discussion is brought to you by HP Instant Ink and Collectively.

It's really happening...

Today, I'm so excited!

...Wait, you are probably wondering what's happening?

I've got some good news!

You know how I occasionally create a printable here and there and I'll share them for free from time to time? Well, I'm excited to announce I'm going to be doing that a lot more often, as well as selling some of my printables over on etsy (plus I'll be selling some of my paintings again).

I've been trying to launch my printable business since earlier this year but life gets busy and I wanted to make sure I had the perfect equipment to make beautiful prints! I'm so excited about my new printer, it makes my art work look even more amazing! While I love my printer, I'm even more excited about the fact that I signed up for HP Instant Ink so that I can print my work over and over again and never worry about running out of ink!

You've never heard of HP Instant Ink? I've got to share my secret so that you can print and never run out of ink! HP Instant Ink is an innovative ink replacement service designed to save consumers up to 50 percent on ink! Ink is delivered to your door before you need it, and HP Instant Ink Plans start at $2.99, with recycling included as well. Signing up online and installing the ink cartridge is all you have to do to make sure you'll never run out!

Worried about which printer to invest in so that you can be sure you can print all you want with HP Instant Ink? Be sure to invest in a HP OfficeJet Pro, HP Envy, or check out the list here for more eligible printers!

I've been designing, printing, and buying frames like crazy this week, which means I'm going through a pretty nice amount of ink. I noticed after a TON of printing yesterday that my ink was running low! I'm so happy I had the extra ink thanks to Instant Ink, I was able to simply install my HP Instant Ink cartridges and my prints are beautiful and bright again! Now I don't even need to pay attention to how much ink I have because when I start running low again, I'll receive another cartridge in the mail; with no action of my own required after set up!

Now that I've shared how I make sure that I never run out of ink, I'd love to hear what your favorite quote is for a printable in your home? I'm going to be sharing a bunch of freebies all through out the summer, so give me a fun, thoughtful, or silly quote and you may be able to snag a pretty piece of art for free! Before you share your favorite quote, be sure to download one of my favorite quote FREE printables from the list below (and sign up for HP Instant Ink):

Want more freebies other than the printables I've shared today? Click here to claim 3 months of FREE ink, when you purchase an eligible printer and sign up online for HP Instant Ink! What are you waiting for? Save big and print as much as you want and #NeverRunOut!

Treat Yourself: Triple Chocolate & Caramel Ice Cream Sandwich with Blue Bunny

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Eating delicious triple chocolate cookies is something I've been dreaming of since I began strictly dieting this summer and while I'm still trying to watch my figure, I also deserve to treat myself every once in a while so I made these AMAZING triple chocolate ice cream sandwiches with some of my favorite Blue Bunny Ice Cream, Bunny Tracks!

With a creamy, cold peanut butter and fudge infused ice cream inside of two delicious, soft, triple chocolate cookies, all stuck together with a gooey, sloppy layer of caramel; this recipe is the answer to a deprived foodie's sweet tooth cravings and it's sinfully delicious!

Since I've been dieting, my hubby has been kind enough not to eat too much chocolate in front of me, which has been nice; but I know he's missing it as well! That's why I decided to make these delicious sandwiches gluten-free (he has a wheat allergy). The only bad part about making these gluten free is that my hubby will likely consume all of these beautiful desserts before I even manage to get my hands on another one. If you have someone in your family that suffers from a gluten (or wheat) allergy, these desserts are the perfect way to treat them to a food they probably miss dearly!

Now I know what you are probably thinking, something this delicious must be difficult to make... But you'd be surprised how easy these sweet treats are to make! You'll want to turn on some music and get the electric mixer out because this recipe is about to rock your world!

Just a little tip, I typically make my batch of cookies the same day I plan to serve these beauties, so that the cookies are nice and fresh!

Ingredients:

1 3/4 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 tbsp vanilla extract
2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour     
2/3 cup cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups dark chocolate chips
2 tbsp Hazelnut Spread
Caramel Topping

Blue Bunny Bunny Tracks Ice Cream

Begin prepping this recipe by preheating the oven to 350 degrees. Next you'll want to combine the butter, sugar, eggs, hazelnut spread, and vanilla and mix with a hand mixer until light and fluffy.

Now add in the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; stir into the butter mixture until well blended. Mix in the chocolate chips, until it's all blended well.

Bake for 15 minutes in the oven, or just until set. Allow these delicious chocolate beauties to remain on the cookie sheets for around 20 minutes or until cool to the touch.

Once the cookies are cool, add a scoop of Blue Bunny Bunny Tracks Ice Cream on to the bottom of one cookie, add a swirl or two of caramel, and place another cookie on top.

Enjoy!

Now that I've shared one of the most delicious recipes of the summer, I'd love to hear your favorite way to indulge your cravings? Want to sample Blue Bunny Ice Cream before you buy it? Check out this list of all the Walmart locations that will be giving out FREE ice cream samples July 16-19!

Summer Adventures + Tasty Outshine Bars

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The days I've spent paddling around the water this summer have to be some of my favorite days, owning a kayak has been a real joy. Although kayaking is a ton of fun, it's a lot of work, especially when we go out for hours and hours at a time.

I'm definitely not complaining. Being able to travel to "islands" and check out what uninhabited beaches look like is really, really cool. But I must say, this July heat is really, really hot, that's why after a long day out on that little boat of ours I love to treat myself to something sweet, cold, and full of delicious fruits & veggies: Outshine Bars!

Since these tasty treats come in so many different varieties, it's always a difficult choice deciding which one I'm going to treat myself with! I'm in love with the fact that Outshine only uses ingredients that taste as good as they make you feel, a refreshing treat from the inside out.

When I'm craving something creamy I grab the Outshine Simply Yogurt Bars in Strawberry, they offer the perfect texture and sweetness to please my sweet tooth and satisfy my creamy cravings! I'm in love with the texture and the strong strawberry flavor is so indulgent, I'm in love!

When I'm wanting something hydrating I grab the Outshine Coconut Water Bars, these bars pack a punch of coconut water and the taste is incredible! The little chunks of pineapple add the perfect amount of kick and make this Outshine Bar a favorite in my home!

Whenever I want something sweet and tangy I grab the Outshine Fruit Bars, they come in so many different fruit flavors and I'm totally in love with all of them.

When I'm needing an extra serving of veggies I opt for the Outshine Fruit and Veggie Bars, they offer a fruit & veggie infused kick of goodness without sacrificing taste!

No matter which delicious Outshine Bar I choose, I'm bound to have a smile on my face! What more could a girl ask for than a delicious snack bar and a day spent out on the ocean? Check out all the other delicious ways you can enjoy Outshine Bars here and learn more about how they give back to the community! Want to give Outshine Bars a try for yourself? You can grab a pack at Walmart today!

Since Outshine is all about feel-good snacking, they want everyone to enjoy delicious fruits & veggies. That's why they're helping provide 1 pound of produce to local food banks (and sharing cool savings) when you take their super fun snacking quiz! Do your part to help contribute and you'll receive $1 off coupon! Don't forget to take the snacking quiz now through July 31st here!

How to Get Your Deposit Back When Moving Out of a Rental with Green Works

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As you probably already know, we moved recently. This means that we had to do something that I've always thought was second nature when moving out of a home, we had to deep clean every square inch. From the bathtub to the refrigerator drawers, we scrubbed and wiped to make sure it was perfect for the next tenant.

The reason I'm sharing this not-so-exciting detail of our move is the realization that most people don't clean out their rental homes. When speaking with other people that rent, I've heard several say they don't even bother to wipe down counters. While I understand not wanting to waste the time on your old place, you should respect the landlord and the future tenants enough to make sure you leave the house looking even better than when the keys were handed to you.

Wiping down every surface, scrubbing every inch of the kitchens and the bathrooms, dusting, sweeping, mopping, even wiping down baseboards... it's all a necessary part of giving your place back in pristine condition... even if you are a clean-freak while living in the home, once all your furniture is moved out it's still nice to clean the entire place! Plus, as a renter, you are more likely to get your deposit back in full if your place is in tip-top shape!

While we were cleaning our old place, I realized that our new place hadn't been cleaned to our standards yet either. Some parts of the house were too dusty for words and we noticed little nooks and crannies that needed a good cleaning. This means that we had to double the deep cleaning during the same week and needed a powerful army of cleaning products to helps us out!

We took a trip to Target and found the entire Green Works line waiting for us. I decided to purchase these green products because they are just as tough as the other products on the market but they don't leave a harsh chemical smell or residue! You'll also be overjoyed to find out that Green Works is made with plant and mineral based ingredients and the products are all actually in environmentally sustainable packaging whenever possible. Want some awesome news? You can save money, head to Target now and grab three Green Works products for $8!

The good news about this whole cleaning situation that moving in & out of a rental creates is that Green Works has a product to help clean every room in your house! They offer everything you'll need from sprays to wipes to laundry detergent, all the bases are covered!

My line up for cleaning both the old place and our new home included the Green Works All Purpose Cleaner as a star player! It tackles grease, grime, dirt, and other little nasty things around the house without any trouble and puts off absolutely no chemical fumes or residue. Made with 98% naturally derived ingredients, this cleaner is the perfect way to clean everything from your bathtub to your kitchen counters!

My next favorite Green Works item is the Cleaning Wipes. They are so easily accessible and make the perfect cleaners for all kinds of surfaces. I love being able to quickly dust with a Cleaning Wipe and since these wipes are 99% naturally derived ingredients, they won't harm me or my animals!

I've never been one for dishwashing but with Green Works in the house, the whole process somehow doesn't seem so daunting. With a super fresh and clean scent this bottle of naturally derived dish soap cuts through all the tough stuff and easily rinses away to offer a sparkling, streak-free shine on everything you wash!

Lastly, I'm overjoyed to announce we have a new addition to our home: a washer and dryer! We've spent the last three years visiting the laundry mat and I'm so over that! No longer do we have to spend a few hours of our day washing piles of clothes, we can do a load every single day with Green Works Laundry Detergent! I love that this laundry detergent attacks tough stains, while still being made with naturally derived ingredients! You can wash your clothing without phosphates, optical brighteners, or any other nasty chemical residue causing problems, even those with sensitive skin won't be bothered by this powerful, stain-fighting detergent!

Now that I've shared my cleaning tips to ensure you receive your deposit back in full, I'd love to hear what other tips you have for those that are in the processing of moving?

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

If you are anything like me, you love a good home cooked meal but sometimes cooking just sounds like no fun at all. Since life gets busy and most of us have pretty full agendas, spending hours in the kitchen (even though I work from home) just really isn't an option. I'm all about quick and convenient; but now that I've recently lost a bunch of weight, I'm also all about eating healthy and nutrient rich foods.

These easy to prepare Spicy Buffalo Chicken Wraps are insanely delicious with pops of spicy flavor and cool ranch mixed together inside of a romaine lettuce wrap. There really isn't anything better on a hot summer night than a healthy and super delicious meal like these wraps. Plus, all the prep work you really have to do is boiling a pot of water! That means if you can make ramen or macaroni, you are totally capable of making your friends (or family) this delicious recipe.

Ingredients:

2 Chicken Breast

Buffalo Sauce
Large Romain Lettuce Leafs
Tomato

Onion
Salt & Pepper
Lemon
Ranch Dressing (choose a dressing wisely)

Start this recipe by boiling a medium sized pot full of water. Right before the water begins to boil, place chicken breast into the water and allow to boil until it's done. While waiting for the water to boil, remove the super hard stems from the romaine and chop up enough of the onion and tomato for everyone.

Remove from water and shred in bowl with two forks (or using a beater in a mixing bowl).

Drizzle a small amount of lemon, season with salt and pepper lightly, and pour a decent amount of hot sauce.

Spoon about an ounce of chicken inside of the romaine lettuce and top with a nice amount of tomato and onion. Add a little bit of ranch to each wrap and dinner is served!

Enjoy!

DIY Dresser into Vintage Pottery Barn Entertainment Center + Our New Living Room {Work in Progress}

I'm kind of obsessed with organization lately, my house is a work in progress still but I'm loving learning new ways to store my belongings and ridding my home of all the extra "shtuff" I don't need. It's a cleansing process.

I'm so ready for the change and looking forward to organizing everything in our new place, something else that changed when we moved into our new house is our furniture!

We've updated our couch, decided to add some new super jazzy and fun modern art pillows from Lanre, and hubs and I even did a remodel on an old dresser to make it into a gorgeous Pottery Barn-esque entertainment center. We've learned which projects we should leave to the pros and which projects are worth putting a little bit of effort into. Since I can't sew (yet) and he's not exactly mechanical, we decided to leave the couch and the pillows to the pros.

We found our couch at a consignment shop, brand new straight from a furniture show room and it had just arrived the day we bought it. I highly recommend buying used if you are wanting to create a beautiful room on a budget.

If you want to find pillows just as amazing as these beauties, you can find more here... as well as some information about the artist behind the brand and other beautiful products! I love the way they feel to touch and the colors against our beige couch really pop and add a fun, jazzy coffee house vibe to the room.

Now on to the fun DIY project. We actually completed this beautiful make over in only ONE day and it completely changed the piece to something beautiful. For this project, we used Waverly Chalk Paint in Cashew and Clear Wax that I found in the clearance section at Walmart. Meaning, this dresser to entertainment center makeover only cost us $6 (mind you, the dresser was a freebie find on Craigslist).

To get this project started you'll want to find a place where you can paint in an open area (either outdoors or on a patio or sun porch). Open the windows and lay down newspaper, just in case. Wipe down the piece of furniture with a window cleaner. Remove the hardware from drawers and then remove the drawers themselves.Once the drawers are removed, you will want to remove the track on which the drawer sits from the two top shelves.

Using light and long brush strokes, start applying a layer of the cashew paint all over the oustide of the dresser. You aren't looking for perfection, allow your painting to be a little loose and the chalk paint affect will be perfect. We did two coats of chalk paint on the structure of the dresser and one coat on the drawers, allowing for a weathered nautical look. We also used an older wall paint that we already had in our stock pile to add a pop of color inside of the drawer space.

After you finish painting, you'll need to use wax to coat the project. We used a restaurant style napkin as our "lint free cloth" and rubbed the wax in well. Allow the project to sit for several hours until dry, cut two small holes in the lower bottom of the drawers you will be leaving open to allow your electronic cords to run through the back of your new "entertainment center". Place all the drawers back in the dresser and all of your electronics in their place and now you have a super fun entertainment center with plenty of storage for your movies and other electronic goodies like remotes, gaming systems, etc.

I'm still deciding on what artwork I want to hang in my living room, but for now I'm happy that the pillows and the new entertainment center are bringing a super fun and funky vibe to the room.

Now that I've shared a little bit more about how we are decorating the new place, I'd love to know... What's your favorite room in your home? What about that room makes it your favorite?

Make Everyday a Beach Day with Palm Breeze

This summer, I'm trying to get as much beach time in as possible and whenever I'm at the beach I love to have fun, like most people. I'm all about a good game of frisbee, building sand castles, and just embracing the time spent with my friends and family, or even sometimes just soaking up the sun and reading a book by myself. Anytime spent soaking up the sun, in my book, is time well spent.

Although I'm a beachy girl, I suppose you could say I'm a high maintenance beach go-er as well. I'm the type to bring everything from a good book, a sheet to lay out on, a couple of chairs, a cooler, a shovel to help plant my umbrella in the sand, and a handful of other useful and important items... my favorite part of my beach loot, is anything but high maintenance though! My beverage of choice is delicious, right out of the can, and the absolute best way to unwind a little while watching the waves roll in. Palm Breeze is the best tropical beverage to enjoy on the beach, that's why I like to call it fun & sun in a can!

Maybe you haven't heard of Palm Breeze yet? It's a malt beverage, similar to a beer, but better! It's the first product of it's kind made specifically for women. The flavors are just fruity enough to make you smile, but not overwhelmingly sweet... Perfect! Think of all the girly drinks you order while on vacation, Palm Breeze is the girly beer version of those tasty, tropical beverages!

I love that Palm Breeze comes in two delicious, tropical flavors, Ruby Red Citrus and Pineapple Mandarin Orange; both of which are superb! The flavors of these drinks remind me of sitting on a beach, even whenever I open one at home; there's just something about Palm Breeze! You'll have to try it for yourself to see what I mean!

With a Palm Breeze in hand this summer, I'm ready to absorb as much Vitamin D as possible. I suppose you could say it has become a regular part of spending a day at the beach for me. So whether you are planning a trip to the lake, hosting a big BBQ get together, or just craving something girly and delicious, I say you give Palm Breeze a try and make everyday a beach day!

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.