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1. Not just a baby bump anymore! I’d like you to meet my beautiful new nephew Jameson! He was born healthy and perfect in every way, and my big sister completely rocked childbirth and is doing splendidly. Can’t wait to go see the newest member of my family next month! Until then, I’m making his mama send me pictures every day. (And also, I totally made the baby blanket in
If you have ever felt a little silly for getting excited about something seemingly insignificant, this quote is for you. I love it because it reminds me to embrace each little thing that brings me joy, no matter how trivial. If it gives you a hold on happiness, it is worthwhile!
This isn’t your typical “healthy twist” recipe. In fact, the twist isn’t immediately visible, but to me, it makes an incredible difference. This post was inspired by my husband. Yesterday evening Jon wanted something to snack on, so he made himself a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Before he took his first bite, he said, “Hey! This whole sandwich is made from scratch.” And he was totally right. I’d made
Over the last five years, my buying habits have changed considerably when it comes to household, body care and cleaning products. I used to buy nearly everything at the store. I disposed of all of the excess packaging for each product, over and over. I didn’t question the ingredients. I’d look at my Target receipt with a twinge of guilt at having spent more than I had budgeted for…but felt
Today’s post is many things. It is a tribute to a wonderful trip to Spain, where I first tried this sandwich. It is an outlet to express love for delicious flavors. But most importantly, and write this down, it’s about the importance, the relief and the pure joy of having some super-simple favorites in your stash of go-to meals. The ingredients are: A baguette (or similar crusty bread) Prosciutto (cured
1. The opposite of activity It feels like the dead of winter here in snowy Minnesota, and my body and mind have been behaving accordingly: complete and utter laziness, all day, every day. I get home from work, and all I want to do is sit. Or lay. Or soak in a hot bath with a good book. I have been indulging in these lethargic feelings, and it’s been absolutely
Those of you who liked my DIY vanilla sugar scrub are going to love this body care recipe. Yet again, it uses just three ingredients—pantry staples only!—and comes together in about 30 seconds. It still packs a double punch by exfoliating and moisturizing in one fell swoop, but this time, it’s lemony-fresh. I make this one in smaller quantities, since the lemon juice is perishable; I shoot for making an
This morning Jon and I were drinking coffee on the couch by the Christmas tree. Remember the Christmas tree? Looks like this: Right now, as I sit on the same couch in this living room, that corner looks like this: The story can be summed up in three points: It gave me the heebie jeebies. We’ve never taken down a tree that fast. Ninja Bob is my hero. But allow
Looking at my five things, it’s so obvious I’m still in the holiday spirit this week. Long live Christmas! 1. Rich foods I’m doing my best to eat in moderation…but boy oh boy, have I been eating spectacularly delicious food this week. Homemade everything, from cheese cake to caramel corn to pie to cookies. On tonight’s menu: french onion soup and eggnog from scratch! 2. Family celebrations Planning and coordinating
Sometimes a thing is just a thing….just a dish, just a book, just a scarf. But sometimes it’s more. Sometimes it’s a little piece of history. Sometimes it’s a reminder of where you came from. Sometimes it’s a small part your story, or a momento of someone you love. Over the summer, Jon and I went on vacation and stopped in Lead, South Dakota, on our way home. I wrote
