Cool Clock Apps

January 10, 2013 12:01 pm

With all the devices that populate our lives, often a standard wrist watch is not one of them. But, we still need to know the time! If you're looking for a cool, cutting edge way to keep track of the hours, check out one of these cool clock apps today. They're from an Apartment Therapy list of great clock and weather apps:

Chameleon Clock
This clock app uses the iPhone's built-in camera to make your phone or tablet appear like it's blending in with your surrounding environment. This app is a fun, creative way to while away the hours while you keep track of time.

Time in Words
This app displays the time in a bit of an experimental way: by presenting it in words, the way you'd tell somebody what time it was. In other words, it says "it's half past three," or "five to two." What it loses in accuracy it makes up for in charm.

You can find both on the iTunes Store.

 

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Crafts and Art Finds at Gibson Street Artisans

January 8, 2013 12:03 pm

Next time you need a gift for a friend, parent or special someone, consider a one-of-a-kind item from Gibson Street Artisans. On weekends, the LAZ parking lot turns into an artisan market featuring handmade crafts. This art fair features eco-friendly fashions, accessories, repurposed decor and gift items. You can find anything from unique and elegant jewelry to handmade chairs.  Some of Austin’s favorite food trucks stop by too, so you can snack while you shop.  Check their Facebook page for featured artisans and upcoming events. 

Gibson Street Artisans
1400 S Congress
(Gibson and Congress In LAZ Parking Lot)
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 623-9696
www.yelp.com/biz/gibson-street-food-court-and-artist-market-austin

 

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Start Your Day Right: Healthy Breakfast Ideas

January 3, 2013 12:02 pm

I'm sure you've heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It gets your metabolism going, and gets you going for the day. Unfortunately, though many Americans don't eat breakfast, or if they do, it's not a healthy, balanced mea. Instead of scarfing down a sugary donut or a fattening Egg McMuffin, start your day with a well-balanced meal.Try one of these healthy breakfasts, to enjoy an energized start to your day!

One traditional, healthy breakfast option is oatmeal. It’s packed with complex carbohydrates that break down slowly, giving you ample energy that will carry you easily until lunch. Top your bowl with nuts for protein, mix in a little milk for calcium, sprinkle with some berries to get extra antioxidants, and drizzle on some local honey for sweetness. And, voila, you have a well-balanced, nutritious meal!

Yogurt is also a fantastic breakfast staple. Not only is it high in protein and calcium, but the probiotic bacteria that live in yogurt can aid stomach function and digestion for the entire day. Sprinkle it with healthy granola and berries, and you’ll be satisfied, happy, and ready to go.

Scrambled tofu may seem a little foreign for some, but, believe it or not, in consistency it’s very close to scrambled eggs! Plus, it has far more protein and less fat. Mix-in veggies like tomatoes, onions, or spinach for taste, and top with a little cheese for a great morning scramble!

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