Ericka's Blog

Reflections and conversations on life

Repeat After Me: I Am Free

Oh yeah, I forgot to share this you a couple of weeks ago. A very belated "you are awesome" to Suntrust for putting on such an organized, non-chaotic event (unlike some people.) I arrived on Friday after work expecting it to be a complete cluster and was delighted to...

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10 Books You Should Read

You've already read about my love for books. I'm usually reading three at a time. Currently, I'm reading: Quiet: The Power of IntrovertsMockingjayA Thousand Sisters They are always very different but I can't seem to stick with only one. There are so many I want...

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Classic Red Velvet Cupcakes

If you asked me what kind of wedding cake I would dream of, it would be red velvet. Is it just the allure of the word, velvet -- one of the prettiest words I can imagine? Not sure. But it's deep and dark and chocolately -- and I've always loved it.And cream cheese...

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How Much Exercise is Too Much?

Before you skip over this post, please note the reason I posted this pic/commentary below. It's important for context. The neurosis has started to flare up. Ahh! Since I decided to start taking this "shaping up" seriously, I'm starting to feel too concerned.Why did I...

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Spicy Shrimp Avocado Soft Tacos

When I saw these, I knew I had to make them! I love anything with shrimp and a creamy, dreamy avocado sauce sounded amazing.I love the combination of toppings in this delicious soft tacos: arugula, cilantro and radish -- all things I never use but after this meal,...

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Crossfit, Vodka & Indiana

The view from my gym this morning as I was leaving class. Oh how I love it!Morning Love I loved this morning's Crossfit work out. The best for me is when it's tough but doesn't feel absolutely impossible. Some people like to feel like they are going to die -- I'm not...

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