Hey there!

Hi! I recently got a lot of followers out of seemingly nowhere, so just wanted to pop on and say hello. My name is Breeanna, I am from Chicago, and I have been really into fitness and health for the past few years. I use this space to share recipes, photos, and lifestyle content. And … Continue reading Hey there! →

A Beautiful Week in Chicago

Hey, everyone. It's a mild, summery evening in Chicago and I am sitting by the window and breathing in my favorite scent (firewood--our neighbors are having a bonfire) while blogging. I spent the past week being outside as often as I could, and I went on a ton of walks, rode my bike, and skated, … Continue reading A Beautiful Week in Chicago →

Elimination Diet Week 2

Hey, everyone. Hope you're all holding up okay. Well, I made it through my first week of the elimination diet. It hasn't been too horrible, although I do miss chocolate! So far, I haven't noticed any significant improvements, but it almost seems like my skin is clearing up a bit. The hormonal acne hit me … Continue reading Elimination Diet Week 2 →

Starting May and Finals Week

I have not written in a couple weeks because I have been super-busy with grading and work. Well, today, I finally hit "submit" on final grades and I can breathe a little easier! Since the last time I wrote, I've done a bunch of home workouts, tried to get outside as much as possible, and … Continue reading Starting May and Finals Week →

A Week of Nothing

I know that it's a terrible title, but really, I didn't do much! Last week was the fourth week that I worked from home, and l think I've settled into the routine pretty well. Some days are better than others when it comes to healthy eating, exercise, and self-care, but for the most part, things … Continue reading A Week of Nothing →

A Week of Cooking and Talking to My Plants

Hey, everyone! This is my third week working from home, and I've been doing a lot of creative cooking to avoid shopping. I've also spent a lot of time walking around talking to my plants, but I'm sure I'm not the only one! The best part is that the last week has been pretty mild … Continue reading A Week of Cooking and Talking to My Plants →

A Week of Fitness & Healthy Eating

It's Sunday evening and I'm winding down from a rare 52-degree February day in Chicago. It's also the Super Bowl, but I don't even have regular television channels and I don't care much for sports, so that doesn't really matter to me. I spent today walking my dog and exploring a new trail in a … Continue reading A Week of Fitness & Healthy Eating →

A Brief Weekly Recap

It is Sunday morning and I just ate some soup for breakfast. Kind of weird, but it was a good way to start my day off with some nutrients. I made a soup with a bone broth base and added sauteed onion and garlic, carrots, celery, cauliflower, purple potatoes, and kale, and it was pretty … Continue reading A Brief Weekly Recap →

First Week of 2020 Recap

Hello, all. It's a typical Chicago winter day--snow on the ground, chilly, and bleak. I just got back from grocery shopping and am about to work on my class portal for the spring semester, which starts tomorrow. This week, I've been thinking about some of my plans and goals for 2020, reflecting on my health … Continue reading First Week of 2020 Recap →

Christmas Recap

Hello, all. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas with your family. Mine was okay. I didn't feel well for some of it, but it had its good moments. On Christmas Eve, I was up early because I knew it was going to be a beautiful day. I got up and drank an Emergen-C, took … Continue reading Christmas Recap →