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Large Salads, the First Hot Chocolate of the Season, and Friends Over (WIAW 10/11)

Large Salads, the First Hot Chocolate of the Season, and Friends Over (WIAW 10/11)

Before Benaiah entered our world, almost six (?!) weeks ago, I was told “the days will be long and the weeks will be short.” So far, that saying has proved true! Yesterday, was one of those long days. It wasn’t necessarily a bad long day, 

A Couple Questions for You and the Countdown is On: Tuesday Tangents 

A Couple Questions for You and the Countdown is On: Tuesday Tangents 

Hello there and happy Tuesday! I hope your day is off to a fantastic start. I have a full day planned, but before it starts, I wanted to pop in quick and chat with you all. And since my brain can’t handle any deep conversations 

A Gift for You (!), A Bagel Date, and Benaiah’s First Soccer Game (Weekend Recap 10/10)

A Gift for You (!), A Bagel Date, and Benaiah’s First Soccer Game (Weekend Recap 10/10)

If you feel anything like I did this morning, I hope your Monday is beginning with strong coffee, multiple cups.  I don’t know if it was the weekend that got to me or the lack of sleep, but woah- I woke up this morning and 

Easy Cheese and Garlic Spaghetti Squash  

Easy Cheese and Garlic Spaghetti Squash  

Hey, hey, hey and happy Saturday to you all. I was meaning to share this recipe yesterday, but the day got away from me, so instead, I thought I would share it today. One of my favorite things about the fall is the abundance of 

My Favorite Lunch is Back + Things that Make Me Happy (TOL #50) 

My Favorite Lunch is Back + Things that Make Me Happy (TOL #50) 

I hope this post finds you all well rested, a hot cup of coffee in your hands, and a fantastic Thursday ahead of you! I think I may need a couple more cups of coffee, because my brain feels fried. Maybe it’s the lack of 

We Survived Our First Trip Out and Squash is Back in Season (WIAW 10/4)

We Survived Our First Trip Out and Squash is Back in Season (WIAW 10/4)

Good morning and happy Wednesday my friends! This Wednesday is already off to a great start, because, last night this mama got two 3 hour stretches of sleep. I feel like a whole new woman. Thank you Jesus!  If you are new around here, on 

Benaiah: One Month Check In 

Benaiah: One Month Check In 

I’m pretty sure September was the fastest month of my entire life. It feels like just yesterday, the nurse placed Benaiah on my chest for the first time. And now, here we are one month later. This past month, I feel like I’ve learned so 

A Weekend of Birthday Celebration

A Weekend of Birthday Celebration

Well hello there and happy Monday! I hope you all had a great weekend and were able to enjoy each day. Landon and I started Saturday off with an early morning (8:30 am!) pediatric appointment. Saturday, Benaiah turned one month old (how!?) which meant he 

Trail Mix Granola Bars

Trail Mix Granola Bars

Crunchy on the outside, and chewy in the middle, these granola bars are not only packed with delicious flavors and textures, but lots of protein to keep you full (and happy!) between meals.  I don’t know about you, but I like a good snack every now and 

Dessert for Breakfast? Benaiah Likes to do the Laundry, and Stalking My Sister (TOL #49)

Hey, hey, hey! Happy Thursday you lovely people you. I’m stumped today and maybe you can help me out. Important news first: my sister is coming over for a sleepover (who knows if she’ll actually be able to sleep, haha) and we are having a