It’s a little ironic how much I boycott back-to-school preparations until the very last second. I know that at the end of the summer I’ll be pretty much shoving the kids out the door for their first day of school (don’t forget your first day of school picture printables!), but until then, we do not … Read more
PER SERVING: CALORIES 330 | FAT 30G | CARBOHYDRATES 10G | FIBER 4G | NET CARBOHYDRATES 6G | PROTEIN 5G There’s no doubt cauliflower is the new “it” vegetable–whether it’s riced, deep fried and tossed in buffalo sauce, or mashed and compressed into a low-carb pizza crust option, cauliflower is having a moment. It’s unknowingly … Read more
The 4th of July may have come and gone, but that’s no reason to let the fireworks stop! These Sweet & Spicy Steak Skewers pack an explosive taste that is sure to ignite your tastebuds. This post is sponsored by Mirum, but opinions expressed are my own. I only work with and share brands that I … Read more
Growing up, I had the privilege of harvesting fruits and vegetables during the summer and fall months with my parents. With fondness, I remember sweating in a muggy kitchen as my mom and I blanched peaches and pears, cut them in half, stuffed mason jars to the brim, and then filled the nooks and crannies … Read more
Looking for a quick meal, easily thrown together with minimal effort? Look no further! Like the Salsa Fresca Chicken, this meal is easily assembled with a few simple ingredients in a few simple steps, but is packed with flavor. It is also one of those meals that holds many different components of a well-rounded meal … Read more
I clearly remember the first time I entered the Elementary cafeteria. It was a confusing, exhilarating experience to feel so small surrounded by the many tables and tall ceilings, yet feel so grown up and big to be there at all, entrusted with my very own plastic tray. I remember reverently grasping onto the tray … Read more
I am always looking for simple meals, especially during the Summer months. Not only do I want a few simple ingredients, but I want less time in the kitchen. Because there’s swimming, s’mores, and sleepovers, that’s why! I nearly skipped to the store to grab the ingredients for this meal after seeing how simple and … Read more
I always make Randy a special meal for Father’s Day. I’m happy to report that my intentions this year turned out much better than my birthday breakfast intentions described here, thank goodness. I find it so funny that my family still kind of takes a steeling breath before some of my meals. It’s as if … Read more
So, I have been recovering from a recent surgery to repair damage received while I was pregnant with my Shelby girl. I had read and read about both the surgery and the recovery for years, finally making the decision after years of pain that now is as good a time as any to just do … Read more
25 EXPLOSIVE 4TH OF JULY IDEAS I love that holidays have the possibility to be felt. We have holidays of all feelings: The excitement with mingled fear of a good scare/scream on Halloween; humbling gratitude of Thanksgiving, inducing us to look with an appreciating eye at all we have; quiet peace of Christmas, prompting us to … Read more
Keto Baked Chicken Tenders are a perfect Friday night finger food. Covered in a perfect crust that is dip-able, you won’t be able to get enough of this crispy chicken recipe! Personally, when it comes to weekends, I am ready to take it easy on the cooking but I still want something delicious. KETO BAKED CHICKEN … Read more
When considering if I should try a Keto diet, I did a lot of research. Like, a lot. One of the resources I found suggested that the body can actually give signs that it needs more fat– which is manly what a Keto diet is: Less Carbs, More Fat! So, with that in mind, I … Read more
I can count on one hand how many times I had pork growing up. Truly, our meat options were mostly chicken, ground beef, and the occasional fish that my dad caught on a good day at the river. And even then, I hid my fish in the table runners when either of my parents’ attention … Read more
I am a positive person by nature. For the most part, I happily find the silver lining if at all possible. That being said, I am also a very mercurial person. Too hot and I’m begging for the air conditioning. Fifteen minutes later, I’m looking for a sweater, wondering why we keep the thermostat so … Read more
Randy and I will have been married for 18 years in June. Some days that feels like an eternity, that I cannot really imagine a life before him. Other days feel like our big day was yesterday, perhaps with a slightly cooled honeymoon stage. During our years together, we’ve moved a time or two. Or … Read more