A Coffee Shop Right at Home

I know that whenever I get off the bus, the only thing I want to do is cuddle up in a fuzzy blanket by the fire with a warm winter drink in my hand. When I think of winter drink the first thing that comes to mind is hot chocolate. And as much as I love hot chocolate it will get pretty old day after day. So with this post I will show you some yummy alternatives for a warm winter drink. After reading this it will be like having a coffee shop right in your kitchen.

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1. For the first drink, I'm going to start with one with a little spice, a chai tea latte. You can buy the product at the the store, which makes it quick and easy. Just mix is fifty fifty with milk, heat it up and your good to go. If you want to add a little twist, add a touch of vanilla or a dash of cinnamon. I can't make it through winter without this toasty treat.

2. Secondly is hot chocolate. I love it because while you can go with traditional milk chocolate, you can also have so many different kinds such as: Mexican, carmel, white, dark, peppermint, and more.  There are so many kinds do can have a different one each day.

3. My third is for the coffee lovers. Because well, who doesn't love a good latte. And it's a really easy one to make. Just brew a pot of coffee, and get your favorite creamer to go along with it.  Lastly finish off with a frother, if you have one. If not, it's not a big deal, your latte will still be delicious.

4. Fourth is a traditional warm drink, tea! Tea is probably to easiest one to make. Just get a kettle and your favorite kind of tea and your set. And with so many choices, you can't go wrong. Early Grey, Green, Peppermint, etc. Add some honey and enjoy!

5. Lastly is for the people who don't like coffee, tea, or chocolate. I don't know why you wouldn't, but there is another option for you. A simple steamer. Warm some milk, add your favorite flavoring, and froth away. It's simply scrumptious!

There are many variations to can make to each one of these drinks, whether you simply want some more flavoring or want to make it a seasonal sensation. My favorite brand of flavoring is a syrup called Torani. It comes in such a variety of flavors you can find anything! They even have a sugar-free line. Using these syrups, you can create your own drinks, maybe even one day you'll have one named after you.

These drinks will save you some trips to the coffee shop and hopefully some money too. Enjoy!

It's That Time Of The Year Again...

Hey guys so it's getting colder and lots of people are getting sick. I know at my school there are lots of different colds are going around and I've already gotten sick, TWICE! At first I just had a runny nose just like a normal cold and then right when I recovered, I caught another cold with a sore-throat and a nasty cough that lasted for 3 weeks! It sucks. So to help you if you get sick, here are a few tips...

If you have a cold:

• Always tissues with you to blow your nose constantly
• Drink lots of honey and lemon tea
• Sleep as much as possible, your body needs time to recover on its own ****
• Turn a humidifier or a vaporizer on in your room **
• Take a long, hot bath or shower to clear out your nose

If you have a fever:

• Lower the temperature of your room ***

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• Get lots of rest ****
• Eat cold foods like popsicles or ice cream ***
• Drink different herbal teas
• Don't try to exercise

If you have the flu:

• Be sure to stay hydrated, drink lots of water
• Wash your hands frequently
• Eat healthy food
• Use a heating pad for comfort
• Blow your nose often

If you have a sore throat:

• Gargle with warm salt water
• Stay warm, bundle up in blankets
• Drink honey and lemon tea
• Use a humidifier **
• Drink a lot of fluids


It's also super important to remember a few things:
     1. Cover your mouth when coughing and sneezing to prevent your germs from spreading
     2. Constantly wash your hands to keep yourself safe from other peoples germs
     3. You can stay home for a day or two when you're sick so you don't get anyone else sick
     4. Don't drink out of other peoples water bottles or anything, this spreads germs super fast
     5. Take the medication needed to recover, believe me, I went through a phase where I refused to take any medicine at all, but it's the medicine that helps you recover the most


** A vaporizer or humidifier moistens your nasal passages making it easier to breathe
*** It's important to try to get your body temperature down, inside and out
**** Getting lots of rest allows your body to recover on its own


Getting sick is the worst. It's the time when you sit and ponder your life choices and think about what it was like when you were healthy. I love sitting in my bed and watching Netflix! Getting sick during school is the worst if you have a mom like mine who doesn't let me come home unless I'm throwing up. But if you got lucky with a mom who will be at your school in minutes along with Starbucks and food for you then congrats. I'm jealous.