Peak My Pintrest

Remember those cork boards that we all hung in our college dorm rooms for posting class schedules, assignments, or more likely than not party photos with friends?  Well just like everything else, out with the old and in with the new, virtual version.  Pinterest is essentially the equivalent of an online cork board or inspiration board that allows you to “pin” recipes, quotes, diy tutorials, and photos of the things you love.  I’m absolutely obsessed and this has quickly become my number one time waster, but it’s totally worth it.  Simply create an account and start pinning, and while you’re there check out my boards.  Here are a few of my favorites from my Whimsy (above) and Fashion (below) pinboards. 



Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate is such a perfect complement to so many other flavors...peanut butter, caramel and peppermint, just to name a few.  While these flavor combinations are seen every day in candy bars and coffee beverages, one of my favorite chocolate pairings is much harder to come by.  I have loved the banana and chocolate combination ever since my first banana split.  The fresh beachy flavor of super ripe bananas paired with the silky smooth sweetness of chocolate just cant be compared to anything else.  So when I found this banana chocolate chip cookie recipe on my favorite food blog, I couldn't wait to make them.  Not only were these quick and so easy to make, the banana flavor really stood out just how I like it.  These would make a great dessert in the summer after a long day in the sun, but I guarantee I'll be making them again before the warm weather hits.

The New Year

Welcome to A Refined Outlook!  While there is a handful of blogs that I absolutely love and check daily, the general idea of blogs seemed somewhat vain so I'd never planned to start my own.  Then the year 2010 happened to me - a year that I have gladly bid adieu to.  Thankfully a bad year ended on a great note, and on a whim I've decided to start this blog in hopes that this will be just the creative outlet I need in the midst of everything else.  This blog will focus on sharing the things that I love with other people - mostly fashion, food, books, and entertainment.  Please enjoy, and happy new year!!



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