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A little bit of this & a little bit of that. It's my lifestyle.
Listed: May 15, 2012
The Commoner ― I decided to start over with my blog, this one will no longer have new postings. ∙ Come visit me at State 21.
Heather ― 4 weeks 4 days ago
The Commoner ― Recently I read an article that said berries do amazing things for skin. ∙ I was born with a skin disorder called eczema. ∙ I have a very mild version, but it leaves me with dry, itchy skin if I don't lather up with a ton of lotion...
Tags: Strawberry, Food Blog, Butter, Food, Greek Village Bread, Strawberry Butter
Heather ― 13 weeks ago
The Commoner ― I don't have a million readers, but I am very appreciative of the followers I do have. ∙ This has been an awesome week and I can't help but be walking on cloud nine, so it's the perfect time to do a giveaway! ∙ Two people in my life...
Tags: Ovarian Cancer, Bracelet, Bracelet Giveaway, Giveaway, Cancer Awareness, Pancreatic Cancer
Heather ― 14 weeks ago
The Commoner ― My Grandma was proud to be Greek. ∙ She loved the food and she loved her family, she always called me her "little Greek girl". ∙ But when it came to talking about the country itself, she never said much. ∙ I brought up the ...
Tags: Horiatiko Psomi, Food Blog, Greek Bread, Food, Village Bread, Homemade Bread
The Commoner ― Nothing says "Spring" to me quite like fresh fruit. ∙ Especially lemons. ∙ I love when restaurants start offering lemonade drinks for the beginning of the warm seasons. ∙ For me, it's like a party celebrating the end of a ...
Tags: Lemon Squares, Food Blog, Lemon Bars, Food, Lemon, Spring Treat
Heather ― 16 weeks ago
The Commoner ― It's January, yet it's warm and I haven't seen snow in quite some time. ∙ This strange weather makes me want Spring more than usual, so I thought now would be a good time to do a Spring fashion guide. ∙ The best part about Spring is...
Tags: 2013 Fashion, Fashion, Spring Fashion
The Commoner ― The last train station on the BNSF metra is Aurora, IL. ∙ Some of you may recognize that city from Wayne's World... No way! Way! ∙ Connected to the train station is what is known as The Roundhouse. ∙ I'm not sure of ...
Tags: Foodblog, Aurora, Illinois, The Roundhouse, Food, Two Brothers
The Commoner ― Hi everyone!It has been a loooong few months. I have a ton of updates to give you.Most importantly, I graduated from college and am now ready to sit for boards! I'm nervous and excited and so ready to get on with the rest of my life.I'm adjusting...
Heather ― 17 weeks ago
The Commoner ― While wandering around Chicago, J and I stopped in at Jake Melnick's to get some grub. ∙ I was running low on energy, so we stopped in the first place we saw. ∙ I've made a vow to not eat at the same place twice until I've covered a...
Tags: Chicago, Illinois, Jake Melnicks, Jake Melnick's, Chicago Il
Heather ― 29 weeks ago
The Commoner ― I spent last weekend not feeling so great. ∙ All I wanted to do was snuggle in pajamas and catch up on DVRed TV shows. ∙ But I was in the Windy City and exploring with J was an opportunity I didn't want to pass up. ∙ We ...
Tags: Windy City, The Bean, Chicago, Cloud Gate
The Commoner ― Fall is my favorite season.It reminds me so much of being little and spending what seemed like hours at the pumpkin patch searching for the perfect pumpkin.My parents used to take my brother and me on hayrides, and afterwards we would go apple...
Heather ― 31 weeks ago
The Commoner ― While I'm playing catch up with my work, I thought I'd share a few pictures of what I've been up to lately... ∙ Driving to and from Chicago late nights with gorgeous Autumn sunsets. ∙ Found pumpkins at the farm to use as centerpieces...
I spent last weekend not feeling so great. ∙ All I wanted to do was snuggle in ...
I've mentioned him before, but my favorite four-legged friend has been by my side for the ...
I haven't been avoiding you. ∙ Life has been taking some crazy, unexpected turns, ...
Engaging your senses more fully is a great way to take everyday activities and turn them ...
Hey Loveys, ∙ I come to you from my couch for the first time since last Wednesday ...
Does taking prenatal vitamins is really necessary for the health of your baby? Definitely! ...