…if you get the title, then we can all be best friends with Tay-Tay.
1. Happy birthday to my amazing dad! I love you MUCHO and can’t wait to see you soon.
2. My friend, Alexis, told me about a May challenge in which you commit to running 1 mile everyday. I was really tempted, but knowing that I have a problem with challenges, I couldn’t. But I decided I could run 1 mile for every day in May. So by the end of the month, I’ll have run 31 miles. So far, I’m 3.05 miles in; right on track!
3. StitchFix. I received my second delivery yesterday and loved it. Seriously, I bought every single item! By the way, if you buy all 5, they give 25% off your order. THANK YOU to those who tried it out and used my link (this one). I received some referral credits and I owe these new clothes to YOU. And please let me know how you like it. I was so excited to hear that Kim loved her fix!
4. I’m ridiculously excited to see the new Great Gatsby movie. I love going to the theater, but David doesn’t, so we rarely go. I’m crossing my fingers I can talk him into this one. Is it possible to ever get tired of Leo?
…the answer is no. No, it isn’t possible.
5. I hung out with the FOX News Rising crew again yesterday. They’re truly cool people- so nice! We made kid-friendly potato chips IN THE MICROWAVE and a lemon herb dip using a secret ingredient.
6. Yesterday was David and my’s (is that grammatically correct?!) 4 year anniversary. We celebrated by bumming on the couch and resting up for our Cinco de Derby party weekend. I’m hoping to do something bigger to celebrate our milestone anniversary next year. 5 years is a milestone, right?
7. On facebook the other day I shared my favorite chicken shredding time saver. The mixer! Boil chicken until cooked through (about 10 minutes), then use the paddle to shred in under 60 seconds!
What is your favorite time saving tip in the kitchen?
Parita says
I’ve been thinking a lot about joining Stitchfix. Love everything I know about the company. Just need to figure out if I’d rather go shopping on my own or have my clothes delivered to me!
Also, happy birthday to you dad!
Brittany Dixon says
You can always try one box. I was surprised that I liked a few things I would NEVER have picked out for myself. Worst case scenario is you don’t like anything and it cost you $20. But you probably have a better sense of fashion than I do, so if you can shop for yourself, more power to ya! 🙂
John J. says
Brittany, my “amazing” daughter, thanks for the birthday wishes and your consistent love. Nice picture of us. And your pictures with your new clothes are great. Good choices, look super on you!
Rachel F. says
I love the idea of getting a surprise box of clothes, but I would be scared of not liking anything and then wasting 20 bucks. I do think they sent you some cute stuff though! Favorite time saving tip in the kitchen? Does throwing a bunch of random stuff in a crockpot then ignoring it all day count? Lol
Brittany Dixon says
Haha, YES, random stuff in a crockpot counts.
What I liked about stitchfix was that the style profile you fill out to start is incredibly detailed, so I feel like they get a pretty good feel for your style. It does improve over time though it seems. I’m just really terrible at shopping so it helps me out a lot 🙂
Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen says
You know I saw this title in my reader and had a little moment. In fact, I might now have to use it myself. Don’t say I didn’t warn you of potential future theft. 🙂
I LOVE your Stitch Fix selections! Oh goodness. Now I really want to join. Except that I just went through my closet and then received two more packages of clothes in the mail and realized I need to stop. Since I always end up wearing the same thing over and over again anyway. [And usually look like a 10-year-old boy trying to be a hipster crossed with Miss Frizzle from The Magic School Bus.]
Brittany Dixon says
1. I always think of you when I think of Tay Tay 🙂
2. You brought up Miss Frizzle and that’s amazing!
Adria @ A Spoonful of Healthy says
Nice picture of you and your dad! And love the clothes!!
Way to go on the challenge! Yes are actually doing the challenge! You can do it! Cheering you on 🙂
Karen says
I have been thinking about stitchfix as well but haven’t jumped on yet. I am also considering the challenge as I love me a challenge. Enjoy your weekend.
Brittany Dixon says
Do the challenge with me!! 🙂
Erin @Axell's Kitchen says
I have never thought to shred the chicken like that!! And no it is not possible to ever be sick of Leo..ever.
Ashley says
I love you. For that shredded chicken tip alone. I absolutely hate shredding chicken even though its my favorite way to eat it. Yay!
katie says
Loved your seven things! (and that you listen to wake up!) I’m also very excited for the Great Gatsby, and I tried to do a mile a day last year, and it just didn’t happen, but 31 miles in the month, is totally do-able!
Ali says
Love that dress! And I see one of your new items was what you wore on TV on fox!!
Happy anniversary – may 2 is my sister-in-law’s bday! And yes, 5 years is a milestone!! We are 10 next year!!! Trip planning time!!!
Brittany Dixon says
10 is definitely trip planning time! And yes, I was hoping my box would show up before Thursday so I’d have something to wear 😉
Kelli H says
You are correct, you could never get tired of Leo! Plus, doesn’t it look like he hasn’t aged in that picture?! Holy! He looks beautiful!
Mike @ Midwestern Bite says
“What is your favorite time saving tip in the kitchen?”
Saying “While you’re up…” and shaking an empty bottle when Joanna heads towards the kitchen?
Brittany Dixon says
Bahaha! David got a good laugh out of this one 😉
Sarah says
Love your new Stitch Fix duds! I am going to treat myself to a Fix after the baby comes and my body is halfway normal-shaped again. Also, I am sooo excited about the Gatsby movie! I love all the weirdness of Baz Luhrman, and combining that with Leo? Amazing. Can’t wait.
Laura says
Great tip on shredding the chicken! By any chance have you ever tried it with a hand mixer? I don’t have a KitchenAid Type mixer… hmm…
Brittany Dixon says
I haven’t tried it with a hand mixer, but if you try it, let me know how it goes!
Elizabeth says
I wondered the same thing. I might give it a shot since my hand mixer is very powerful
Kris says
I wish I could see more detailed pics of your Stitchfix — I just got notified that I came off the waiting list, so I need to finish my profile and pick a date. My fav quick kitchen tip is to mash hard-boiled eggs w/ a potato masher for egg salad. Quickest way ever.
Brittany Dixon says
I didn’t want to dedicate an entire post on my stitchfix again in fear of boring people or coming off as a ridiculous narcissist but if you have an questions about my specific items this time, I’m happy to answer them 🙂
And I love the masher tip- I’m using it next time!
Maria says
Cute Stitch Fix – I especially love the dress and it fits you perfectly! Looks like they are getting you ready for summer 🙂 This service totally got me addicted to online shopping. I never want to go in a store to try things on now – the luxury of doing it at home is much better.
Danica @ It's Progression says
Happy Anniversary!! 5 years is definitely one to celebrate. Really though, I think every year is a milestone 🙂
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
How did I never know about that trick to shred chicken?! So easy!! Can’t wait to try it out!
Kristen @ notsodomesticated says
LOVE that tip! Wow, I need to try that one.
For me when I need shredded chicken, I usually throw the raw chicken + some water in the slow cooker and let it go all day. For whatever reason, that seems easier to me than boiling it!
Jamie @ Sometimes Healthy Living Blog says
I don’t know if it saves time, but I just learned a new tip about using a muffin pan for taco night (just in time for Cinco de Mayo!). Put the meat in 4 tins, the guac and salsa in a couple tins, the cheese, etc. Seems like a great idea!
christina says
HEY hot mama! You look amazing in that teal dress! Ow, ow!
Leslie says
Just so you know for next year, the proper form is “David’s and my anniversary.” 🙂
Congratulations on four years!
Brittany Dixon says
THANK YOU! But now I have gotten two different opinions of how to say it correctly, so I’m still a little lost… haha!
Irina S. says
Grammatically speaking, it would be “mine and David’s” anniversary. I’m a nerd and proud of it!
Brittany Dixon says
Ahh! Thank you! I’m terrible at possessive pronouns. I’ll take all the help I can get 🙂
Lee says
Happy anniversary! What does the title refer to? I guess I can’t be best friends with Tay-Tay, because I have no idea!
Brittany Dixon says
Cosmo Radio has a show called Wake Up with Taylor where they do a 7 things you need to know everyday 🙂
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says
Oh my goodness, those clothes are adorable! I desperately need to update my wardrobe… it’s so hard to find time to shop kid-free these days, and I have so few things I need to dress up for…
Happy 4th anniversary!!
Beth Sheridan says
Very sad that I had never heard of StitchFix until you posted that..Definitely will be looking into that!!!
Elizabeth says
My stitch fix shipped. (I used your link) I hope I like at least one thing (fingers crossed)
Christine@ Apple of My Eye says
Your new clothes look so cute! I really want to start some subscriptions for those clothing boxes! I’ve already tried Ellie and loved it :).
Paige @ Your Trainer Paige says
Love everything in this post! Super cute clothes – I can see why ya kept it all! And Leo…yes. I need to re-read Great Gatsby, because I’m pretty sure I just read the Cliff Notes version in HS 😉
Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says
That white shirt is fantastic! So jealous! 😉