have yourself a merry little Christmas

*exhale* 

sleep

eat (real food)

-repeat-

This has been my life since last Thursday. Wowza, it's crazy to think I don't have class, or work, or tests, or last minute meetings, or review sessions for a month. Boy am I thankful for that. I am finally getting out of the above cycle as well, while all still necessary, the major recuperation period is over, and lovely little Christmas-ness is making it's way in to my daily activities.

Starting with a baking spree today with my dear friend Hannah. And man was it great to have her help in the kitchen. You see, Hannah is that friend in my life that when we're both older with families and kiddos, I will be jealous of. She cooks and bakes like no ones business, mind you as a college student. And bonus! She has a little bloggy too that she started to help clueless people like me stay healthy and sane by eating yummy, good-for-you food. So if you have the chance you should most definitely check her out at:

http://theblissfulgranola.blogspot.com/

In short the day was well spent, with three tasty treats concocted, Christmas tunes continually playing, countless cups of coffee consumed, and a viewing of "While You Were Sleeping" to seal a truly Christmas-esque day.

Here are the links to help you out (because goodness I couldn't have done this on my own)-

Dark Chocolate Pistachio Cranberry Bark:
http://withstyleandgraceblog.com/2011/12/13/dark-chocolate-bark-with-pistachios-and-sea-salt/

Lemon Poppy Seed Scones:
http://barefootandbaking.blogspot.com/search/label/bread

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin-Top Cookies:
http://www.roxanashomebaking.com/chocolate-chip-pumpkin-cookies-recipe-chocolateparty/

Hope you all have yourself a Merry Little Christmas!