So I’ve had a new “thing” lately. And I have no doubt that this isn’t anything life changing, per se, but it’s one of those things where I thought it might be fun to share with you all.
So my thing is screenshotting. Everything. Ok, actually it’s not everything. Mostly things that I see on Instagram or Facebook or other social media that I want to remember but don’t necessarily need to open up a webpage for. Make sense?
Because I can’t tell you how often I see something while on my phone, for reason x, y, or z, and think “ok, I need to remember this.”
Most of the time, I’d do nothing and just try to remember when I was back at my computer, at home…whatever it may be. But then, of course, I’d completely forget all about it. I know you guys can relate.
The only downside to my desire to screenshot everything? My already large number of pictures is growing even larger.
So as I typed up this post to share with you all today, I also took action on any of the screenshots I needed to. Here’s a look at what I’ve been screenshotting (can we call this phone pinning or something?)…
I took that image above with the intention to actually share it with you guys a while ago. Did you know that you can create your own button from basically any website? I had NO CLUE (where have I been?), but all you need to do is open up the website, click on the square icon with the upwards facing arrow underneath, then choose the “Add to Home Screen” button. From there, you’ve got your own custom icon. So easy!
I loved the idea behind the sticky note in this Instagram post. WIN: What’s Important Now? I got to thinking a lot about where I’d put notes like this in my own home, and while the coffee pot/Keurig would definitely be one of them, I’d likely put one next to my alarm clock (reminder to get up/get moving), my dumbbells, and maybe even on my cell phone to make me think about whether or not it’s really that important to be turning on the phone…again.
These Parmesan Crisps immediately caught my attention, mostly because they look overwhelmingly similar to a delicious appetizer that my mother-in-law makes, but hers are on those mini rye bread pieces and have lots of mayo and parmesan cheese (hence the reason they’re awesome). But I loved the idea of the recipe above, using bagel chips and attempting to lighten things up a bit. I have yet to try them yet, but I totally want to for the next time I need an appetizer for something.
I can’t tell you how many times lately I’ve thought, “I need to make some homemade balls or bars.” I have no doubt that everyone would eat them, and it would just be something I could feel good about having in the house (hey, maybe it would even get Lucas to back away from his daily Nutrigrain bars…although I doubt it). These sounded easy and delicious though, and I’m definitely planning on giving them a try.
Hey, if any of you have a favorite ball or bar recipe, feel free to leave it in the comments section. I want some ideas!
As you can see, I also get emails from Bath and Body Works. But aside from the email notification, there was just something about this quote that I really, really liked. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen someone/something on social media and started to think that I wished I could do that/look like that/afford that. I mean, you guys know the drill. It’s the nature of the beast that is social media. But I will say that there was something incredibly soothing about this quote that made me think, wow, ok…my life is pretty great just as it is.
Something for you guys to think about today, too.
Freakin Amelia. If you aren’t already following her on Instagram, then you may want to. I swear, she’s got some of the most amazing looking (yet simple and doable) meals all the time, and this steak salad with onions was one of many. I seriously need to make that. Like, today.
I took a screenshot of this email in a wave of excitement when I saw that flared jeans are apparently coming back in style. I’ve always been a fan of the slightly flared/bootcut jeans, and I know they’re much more flattering on my body than most skinny jeans are. I’ve been wanting to invest in a new pair, so now I may just have to find some. Anyone else ready to jump on board the flare/bootcut jeans bandwagon with me?
No real explanation needed here. We’re all different. Do you thang.
A great kick-in-the-ass reminder. When you’re having a bad day, just remember…there’s likely a ton of other people who are having it worse.
Heck to the YES. Carbs, for the WIN. <3 <3
And finally, this was my most recent screenshot I found, which I remembered was my reminder to show to Jay…because one of the first DIY projects I think I want to attempt once we’re in the new house is to make a headboard for our bed. Anyone else out there ever tried this? Worth it? Thoughts??
Well, that’s all the screenshots I’ve got for now…but give it time. I’m sure they’ll be a ton more soon enough! 
I too am addicted to taking screenshots! I just did a bunch of recipes the other day to have when I would be out of cell service.
I just took a screenshot of one of your screenshots :)
Glad to know I’m not the only one who takes screen shots on my phone to keep as a reminder
Courtney!! You have to check out he app Pocket it’s amazing!! You can set it up so that any website you’re on can be sent right to the app! Like putting it in your back pocket :) Thanks for the screenshots- I just added a bunch to my Instagram feed!
screenshoting is one of my fav tricks! do it all the time. i also loved that WIN from katie’s IG. Been loving these balls lately – http://www.theleangreenbean.com/almond-butter-protein-balls/
i screenshot recipes all the time! then it takes me forever to find them!
Ok I thought I was the only one to do this, haha. I do it mostly for recipes, books, or funny quotes! Glad I’m not alone :)
I have never stopped wearing boot cut jeans, I love them. I always have a pair in my closet.
I do this all the time! I know it’s technically not much quicker than Pinning but it seems so much more accessible. My go-to energy balls are these: http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/no-bake-energy-bites/
In fact, I took a batch to a group outing last weekend, but for some reason they were looked over. I wasn’t the least bit upset to finish off the batch myself!
I agree, my favorite recipe too! These are so good! And my 17 month old son loves them…he can’t get enough of them!:)
Thanks for the love, girl! We had those steak salads again last Friday. So good!
I’m addicted to taking screen shots too. I’m a little embarrassed of how much of my phone storage is used up by those pics.
Love those quotes. Always helps, especially on the more challenging days.
You can SO make your own headboard. Its incredibly simple and you save so much $$$ (well, depending on the kind of fabric you select). Email me if you need help. Happy Tuesday!
I love this recipe for homemade Larabars! It’s super easy and my two year old loves them.
http://www.mattandmeganexpecting.com/2015/07/toddler-sized-homemade-larabars.html?m=1
I screen shot everything! My latest was a picture of a gorgeous living room that I want to recreate.
I normally screenshot stuff to send to Frankie that will make him laugh, but its a great idea to start screenshotting (is that even a verb?) things that I want to remember too! Also, that first tip?! WHAT THE WHAT??? I had no clue!
I screenshot things ALL the time. Recipes, quotes, workouts, you name it. My camera roll doesn’t need more pictures, but it’s such a useful little trick!
I take screenshots of funny things or great travel destinations (usually of other people’s instagram posts), and I send them to my hubby because he doesn’t have IG. Yesterday’s shot was Hvar, Croatia. Seriously, Google it and tell me you don’t want to go there! :)
My recipe for gingerbread laraballs – so easy! http://www.lovesweatbeers.com/2015/04/09/diy-gingerbread-larabars/
screen shotting is a lifesaver! i remember i showed this feature to my brother 2 years ago before he went on this big European trip and it blew his mind and saved him while traveling. i didn’t know about creating those buttons from pages, either — so cool. and that quote about some people loving your bad days — such a good one, and so true. i love following the inspirational IGs to remind myself of things like that every day.
Hi Courtney! Ha, that’s smart to take screenshots of things you want to share. I usually try to send myself links, but this is so much easier. And all of the ideas that you’ve wanted to save? They are good ones. Love a good motivational quote to start the day. Happy Tuesday! :)
Glad to know that I’m not the only one that loves taking screen shots!!
I just finished making a wood headboard that I saw on Pinterest (http://hayeseveryday.com/2013/01/23/making-a-wooden-headboard-for-60/). It was pretty simple, and I think it looks AWESOME! You should definitely go for it!
I do this ALL the time! Glad I’m not alone :)
Love all of those quotes, especially the fitness related ones. Needed those right now!
I really like the DIY headboards because you can switch them up with time. If you buy a connected headboard, it would get expensive FAST if you wanted to change the colors/look of the room!
I made a headboard for my bed a few years ago. It was pretty easy — I cut a slab of wood the shape I wanted it, put some foam padding on top (cut into the same shape), and stapled on the fabric I picked out. I chose a patterned fabric since my comforter is a solid. :) It’s been great, and the padding is really comfy for when I want to sit up in bed.
Good luck!
Yes! I love flared jeans! My husband makes fun of them.
It took me forever to figure out how to screen shot with my Andriod! Haha!
Loving that little “Add to Homescreen” feature! I had no idea. Although, I still have no idea on a lot of things about my phone … still figuring things out since I’m new the iPhone world. ;) You have some great little quotes and sayings here. I especially love the “win” sticky note idea and also the one about seeing other lives on social media and comparing it to your own life … always a good reminder.
I just turned 24 so I’m supposedly a digital native, but I just learned how to screenshot in the past year and it saves so much time! I just posted my recipe for 4-ingredient, no-fancy-flours/seeds required Peanut Butter Berry Bars (no-bake too, for summer :) )
OMG I do this too!!
1. LOVE the one about social media showing what God/ the universe/ what you believe has called you to do, but not to ignore what YOU PERSONALLY have been called to do. This is hard for me with roommates and other friends and I want to try to keep it in mind.
2. I made my own headboard once- SO WORTH IT! Definitely do it! It’s SO cheap and if you have/ know someone with a jigsaw to cut out a cool shape it’s even more beautiful. I bought the fabric at IKEA! Definitely get a nice piece of foam, I used a mattress topper that I cut to size and a staple gun. It’s so worthwhile! I would also recommend you attach it to the wall for looks/ mine annoyed me when it moved til I did that.
I do this ALL the time, especially with different workouts that I see and want to remember for future programming.
Glad to know I’m not the only one haha! I screenshot a lot too. I go through my pictures at the end of the day and it reminds me of all the things that made me smile that day, so going through the pictures I get to laugh twice! :D
I have been day dreaming about making one of the head boards off of the shanty-2-chic website. Check them out – they provide free plans and step by step pictures. Let me know if you make one!
Oooo I can’t wait to try to Add to Homescreen!!! #gamechanger
Whoa! Mind blown! I had no idea I could add a shortcut on my phone. Now I can just click once to get to your blog! Thanks for showing us!
Get this. I just figured out HOW to take screen shots with my phone!!!!! HAHAHAHA
I screenshot all of the time too!!! I am also out of room on my phone…and computer…because of all of the pictures. I have to figure that iCloud thing out.
I am not really a DIY kind of gal so I got a headboard off of Wayfair for super cheap. Probably around the same price it would cost to buy all the supplies to make one. I figured if I didn’t totally love it, I would make do with it for a few years. Luckily it looks great and only cost around $135.
This post made me laugh because, I too am OBSESSED with screenshots! I screenshot everything! Mainly workouts and recipes from Instagram but also like reminders, festival information, etc. It definitely needs some cleaning out!
I do this all the time!
Some of my favorites bars/bites:
http://thenourishinghome.com/2014/05/mock-kind-fruit-nut-grain-free-bars/
http://www.thenutritiousbite.com/cookie-dough-bites/
http://www.thenutritiousbite.com/key-lime-pie-larabites/
http://www.thenutritiousbite.com/protein-energy-bites/
I must say I’m excited about flare jeans. Maybe my pants will be in style again since I never got rid of any of my flares from like 6 years ago. Never could get the skinny jeans to work for me so I’m good with boot cuts coming back. :)
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