Ranch Bash 2013

October is one hectic month! It seems like I can’t keep up! There’s been so much going on, earlier this month I went to Austin to visit some friends and then they came up to Fort Worth to visit yours truly! There’s so much to write about our visits so I’ll start off with the music!

Forty Creek Whiskey, Ranch Bash 2013

Ranch Bash is an annual Texas Country music festival held in Fort Worth by 95.9 The Ranch FM radio station. It gathers together some of the finest Texas Country musicians for a day of fresh air, good music, great people and incredible performances. This year for the ten year anniversary, they didn’t disappoint. Did I mention tickets were only $10?! Can’t get much better!

Here’s a quick recap!

Ranch Bash 2013 Schedule

We arrived just as The Trisha’s were coming onto stage. Found ourselves a place to park out chairs and just relaxed!

Here are a few photos:
Quaker City Nighthawks

Quaker City Nighthawks, Ranch Bash 2013

My favorite! – Dirty River Boys!

Dirty River Boys, Ranch Bash 2013

Dirty River Boys, Ranch Bash 2013

And headlining – Hayes Carll! We were able to make it first row and it’s a good thing. By this point it was CHILLY! I think this was the only place to keep warm!

Hayes Carll, Ranch Bash 2013

Hayes Carll, Ranch Bash 2013

Ranch Bash 2013Who are some of your favorite Texas Country musicians?

Staying Active with a Healthy Snack – Outshine Fruit Bars

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198Over the last year, keeping active and eating healthier has become a larger part of my life. Eating healthier is the harder of the two, would you not agree? One of my biggest challenges has been finding healthy snacks and when I do, I like to share them! My nemesis has been ice cream but I’ve recently found my healthy alternative – Outshine Fruit Bars, made with all fruit and still satisfies my cravings for something sweet!

Outshine Fruit Bars #shop #realfruitbarI’m in Texas and if you haven’t noticed I’m usually on the go. It’s obvious the “cool” tasting snacks will get us hooked quickly as it’s pretty warm here the majority of the year. After a day of biking, running, being out on the boat, or just staying in for a movie it’s fairly easy to just reach into the freezer and grab what’s there. I’ve just had to make sure it’s something healthy to keep myself energized and feeling great.

Healthy Snacks #shop #realfruitbar

Instead of a bowl of something sweet, I grab an Outshine Fruit Bar. Sometimes, I’ll pair it with humus and low fat tortilla chips or a banana after a long run. The portion is perfect, still cool enough to hit the spot on a hot day and it’s great to take on the go! Whether I’m heading to the lake, bike trail or a BBQ with friends, these frozen bars are a great option!

Outshine Fruit Bars are a healthy snack option made with real natural fruit or fruit juice with many flavor options. Gluten, corn syrup and fat-free (except for Creamy Coconut) and a great source of Vitamin C. Even if I’m not getting that Vitamin C from the sun, I’m still catching it with the fruit bars. The best part is that since they are so healthy and taste so good, there’s no guilt with reaching into the freezer for one anytime!

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South End Art Hop, Vermont

245The South End Art Hop is an annual city wide event that captures, celebrates and showcases artists from around the state. Weekend wide, you can walk the streets, explore, visit local businesses, listen to musicians and just find new appealing sights in the art industry. I was lucky enough to be back in Vermont this year to attend and catch up with an old friend. Definitely an awesome time!

PicMonkey CollagePicMonkey Collage2Perusing in and out of buildings, you’ll never know what you’ll come across…

PicMonkey Collage6PicMonkey Collage3You may find the most interesting things in the most unfamiliar of places…

PicMonkey Collage4Perhaps if you pay enough attention, things may be right under your nose…

This was an exhibit of friends who were tending to areas while friends were out of town, and they photographed themselves. Right after I saw this, I realized this chair was in the next room…

PicMonkey Collage1This was one of my favorite pieces. I love the old barn. Very Vermont and Texas (minus the mountain in the back). 227

My friend Jen from college has been doing stand up comedy in Burlington. A few of her fellow comedians are part of the Improv show that was going on. I’ve never attended an Improv show but it was HILARIOUS – if you happen to get a chance to check one out (or more specifically these folks)… do it! PicMonkey Collage5This is a great event in one of the most beautiful cities!