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Hiii ! Today was soo beautiful! I just love when its so cold and crisp out! This morning I got up pretty early, for a Saturday hehe. I love to sleep in! I went with my sister and momma to see my horse at the barn! It was just too nice out not to go and enjoy nature with such an amazing and sweet animal. :*) 

So today I was thinking to do a little post of some of my favorite companies and brands I like to shop and get inspo from. 

• For jeans, obviously I am obsessed with rag and bone. They also have some amazing jackets and coats. I have a velvet blazer and another long coat and its perfect for keeping warm. I definitely think this is where I do most of my shopping for jeans and coats.
• Shoes!! I am going to say, i LOVE nike! I think nike is perfect for working out or for some sick streetstyle! A classic white nike is my go to for a casual but super stylish day around LA. 
• jewlery is usually minimal, I have a few different rings I sort of wear everyday. my rings are more boho style which I love so much, especially in the summer and when its warmer! I just got a new Cartier love bracelet for christmas and i am soooo in love haha! I think ill do a separate post for jewlery! 

Alright! well i hope thats a little bit of info on where i shop ! i will totally have more post about that soon! Modern Family is on now! haha my favorite show since this is my favorites post !

good night!

xx, Micaela 

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas everyone! wow my Christmas has been amazing ! How's yours going? I didn't have a post yesterday I was just really enjoying time with my family. Last night we watched miracle on 34th street! I had never seen it before and I really liked it! Hehe, my sister  made the best brownie cookies and I've been doing my best to not eat too many 🙃. Today has been great we woke up so early, ate some breakfast and then opened up some Christmas presents ! After we were just laying low kind of just enjoying the morning. Christmas Day and New Year's Day are probably my favorite days of the year because the roads are so empty and all the smog clears! I think it's some of the most clear skies all year! Oh I love it! ❤️ Well I hope you all enjoy the rest of your Christmas night ! Ho Ho Ho 😉 

xx, Micaela  

Almond Cake

Hi babes !

Almond cake is one of the best things ever to exist! It's funny because the first time I made this, I forgot to add the almond extract!  This time i added the extract! ahah ! I didn't even realize that I didn't put it in until it was finished cooking and I was plating it up 😅. My timing for this post was way off! Oops! Better late than never am I right? Anyway,,, This is such a great cake for summer or for winter! I think almonds work all year round! I can't believe its Christmas eve tomorrow! Ugh! I wish December lasted longer, I feel like it just flew by! :*( Do you have any fun plans for Christmas? Even though I forgot to add the extract, it was still absolutely delish ❤️.  Comment your favorite almond dessert and I'll pick one to post a recipe! Sweet dreams!

xx, Micaela

Cinnamon Buns

Hii! How's your night going ? I'm getting ready for my trip! I'm thinking we're going to leave tomorrow! Can't wait! Cinnamon rolls are literally one of my favorite things ever! When you bake them ( especially in the morning ) it warms up your whole house with a sweet cinnamon smell ! Have a great rest of your night! 

   xx, Micaela  

Black and White

Heeyy! I love having classic white dishes in my kitchen. It doesn't matter what I make, it always looks clean and modern. I usually like square dishes I just think they're so classy and sleek. I can't believe my blogs never went through! Oops! 😳 I should have some really good content for the next couple days! I'm going on a trip to the snow! Living in California we kinda have the same weather all year except in the fall around the end of August until the end of October it's really hot! I miss the cold weather and can't wait to get to the snow 💕 ! We will be there for around 10 days! Planning on going to this amazing out door rink , pond hockey is the best! Anyway going to watch a movie now , I think I'm going to finish watching couples retreat! Aha such a funny movie! Maybe I'll do a favorite movie post soon! Cute idea huh? Comment your favorite movie!    

xx, Micaela

Blog Post Mixup

Hey everyone! So , some of you probably have been thinking I've just abandoned my blog here and haven't been posting ... But I have, and my blog host has said I have been posting everyday, but readers have told me otherwise.... I guess some mixup happend with my post and now I can't find any trace of them. So for the next couple days I hope you'll understand while I start posting the blogs I thought already went through... ugh such a bummer I'm so upset! Sorry everyone! Starting tomorrow I will post last weeks post! 😅💔 enjoy your Saturday night!

xx,  Micaela 

Horse Play

Happy Friday ! Had an early morning today, had to start prepping for dinner service tonight! I have lots of work to do! Its supposed to be really busy tonight, but I'm excited! I'm thinking I'll sell out! ahah Yesterday morning I went with my younger sister to the barn, she loves taking care of my horse, its really relaxing actually! She made so many different homemade horse treats for him and some of his barn mates to try hehe. They really loved them and I'm thinking she's going to start selling them at different barns! Here are some pictures, kinda bummed they're in square shape.. I didn't bring my camera because its kinda dusty, so these are from my phone! I think other than that they turned out pretty good! I love Reoko, my snuggle baby, as you can see. Talk later!  

xx, Micaela

Nail Time

Hi everyone! How was your day!? Mine was pretty eventful! This morning was great, I finally made time to get this green tea beta peel for my face! It is really refreshing and helps tighten your skin! Ahah, after my sister and I went to get our nails done in Beverly Hills. We just finished dinner and are hoping to have a semi early night . Us night owls 😅 . Anyway, I hope you have a great night ! Two more days till the weekend ! 

xx, Micaela  

Girls Night Out

Hiii everyone! Tonight we had a girls night out! My sister, mom and I went out to dinner, and it was really delicious ! It's not unusual for us to have a girls night but tonight was extra special because after dinner we went driving around looking at all these beautiful Christmas lights ❤️ I think I'll have a new outfit post up tomorrow! Check back🎄 

xx, Micaela  

Christmas Brownies

Its getting closer and closer to Christmas! Today I was testing out this brownie recipe. I love giving little desserts as gifts, its so personal and heartfelt! These brownies are so rich and kind of like a cake. My sister Milahna and I were decorating the Christmas tree and around the kitchen all day! Its really beautiful this time of year, and I totally know why its my favorite! My sister just surprised me with a new green biscuit, now the competition is getting serious haha! Pro street hockey players! hah! Alright, well I'm going to mess around with my new puck now! Have a great night!

xx, Micaela

New Succulents

Yay it's Sunday! Over the weekend I bought some new succulents and planted them in different little glasses ! I literally always have candles burning when I'm home, and the combination of green plants and candles is just so nice! Haha , anyway going out now to look for a Christmas tree 🎄 it's finally my favorite time of year! Talk later  

xx, Micaela  

Vegetable Soup

Good afternoon! Today for lunch I made this really hardy vegetable soup! I just picked out some veggies that sounded tasty. :* To make this, all you have to do is take about 4 or 5 carrots, cut them in circles. Some Italian squash, corn, and onion if you like it. This "recipe" is so simple I just throw everything into the pot with two containers of vegetable stock and let it go on low heat. You can add some salt and pepper,  some garlic powder or onion powder too, for some extra flavor! Getting ready to work in the restaurant in LA tonight. I just made 120+ cookies for ice cream sandwiches with a sweet and salty carmel sauce! I know everyone will love it! I'll post some pics of it later this week. Busy busy but I love it. Talk to you later!

xx, Micaela

Italian Lunch Date

Hii people! Wow! Today was so nice! I know my post is really late but I haven't got a chance to get to my computer all day. I am now home and nice and snuggly :* This morning I met one of my really sweet Italian friends for lunch. She was only here in California for a few days then she's off to travel the globe again. We ate at one of my favorite little cafes. It was so pretty. After we ate, we walked around venice, did a little bit of shopping and got a fresh juice. Glad we got together while she's still in town! 

xx, Micaela

Pink Panther Pitaya

Happy December 1st! So for my one of healthy snacks today, I had this incredible pitaya bowl! What I love most about these are they're  dairy free, so its made with coconut milk. It also has strawberry, banana, and mango! My favorite! Anyway, I have to go get ready! I'm going to the Kings game tonight against Vancouver. I have a feeling we're going to win! There is a USC/UCLA hockey game that starts right after the Kings game ends, really excited for that ! Go Kings Go and Fight On! 

xx, Micaela

Shortbread

Hello ! Well, heres another Monday! Work work work! aha, over the weekend I made these delicious flaky shortbread cookies. I love to eat them with different kinds of jam! Even though I eat really healthy sometimes you just have to enjoy some sweet little treats every now and then. I have so many orders for the restaurant this weekend, so I have to get back in the kitchen. Maybe, tomorrow I'll have a little workout video or some pics to help you start getting your winter bod in shape ;) Talk to you later!

xx, Micaela

• 3/4 cup (57g) butter, room temperature
• 1/2 cup (64g)  powdered sugar 
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups ( 192g) flour 

Preheat oven to 325F (162C). Lightly grease pan. Cream butter until light. Beat in powdered sugar, then vanilla. Work in flour. Knead dough on an unfolded surface until combined. Press dough into pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes until lightly golden. Cool in pan for 10 minutes then invert. Cut into squares and serve warm.