Wow have there really been 20 weeks of 2023?! I guess so! It feels like spring/summer is in full force around here. We had a really busy day yesterday with a baseball game and Corinna’s ballet recital so today I’m looking forward to having no plans. Also, a day with normal naps for baby Beatrice will be good. I felt so bad for her schedule yesterday – being in the car and at the events made for one tired and fussy baby.

Here’s a little recap of our week:

WHAT WE ATE

my plan is to share the meals I made the previous week, with links if possible, as some inspiration for your own menu planning.

MONDAY- Sundried Tomato and Avocado Salad

TUESDAY- Santa Maria Tri-Tip with Chipotle Salsa, Guacamole, and Sourdough Tortillas

WEDNESDAY- Browned Butter and Sage Chicken Pot Pie from this cookbook

THURSDAY- Lemon Butter Cod with Orzo and Asparagus

FRIDAY- Spaghetti Squash Alfredo (this looks like a yummy vegan version!)

SATURDAY- Pizza

SUNDAY- Grill Night

My special dessert of the week (if I can hopefully get around to it today) is going to be the coconut cake from Alison Roman’s new cookbook. It looks so delicious and I know Matthew will love it because he’s a big fan of anything coconut.

WHAT I WORE

Hat weather is here! I’ve gotten a few from Gigi Pip that I love. The quality is so good. Use code MARA15 for a discount.

I’ve been reaching for my white dresses these days and while this one is no longer available, I noticed the brand makes some perfect white blouses which is another warm-weather favorite. This one has such pretty sleeves – and this one too!

I got a new pair of summer sandals which are so pretty with the wraparound detail. They’re from the brand Kaanas and you can also get them here in white. You can also get them here and also here in a slingback version!

SALES TO NOTE

GAP– BIG sale! 60% off Summer Style and 40% off everything else! Love this linen boyfriend shirt and these olive green shorts. Pair with this straw tote!

Maisonette– Up to 30% off plus an extra 10% off tomorrow though the 27th with code EXTRA10. Check out their Summer Shop for some warm-weather essentials.

LOFT– Another Mystery Sale at LOFT!

ON MY MIND

This week is our official close out of our school year activities. Augustine’s last baseball game is Monday and Corinna’s last ballet class is on Thursday. I’m so looking forward to not having a lot of things on our calendar. It will make for carefree summer with lots of time outside, play dates with friends, and spontaneous adventures.

I have these black sandals on my mind. Normally I would gravitate towards the Buff color but my friend always wears the black ones. She says they are so comfortable and go with everything. Chatting with her made me realize that black sandals are definitely a hole in my wardrobe and can see myself wearing these a bunch.

Have any of you read Atomic Habits? I requested a copy from our library because I heard good things about it. The book is supposed to help break bad habits and build better ones.

I wanted to get this swimsuit last year but held off since I was pregnant, although it is a one size fits all. Have any of you tried this style? It’s simple but classic!

We had a Poetry in the Park get-together with our nature group on Friday and it was so adorable to see the children get up and recite poetry. There were a lot of favorites from this book. We love to read a poem in the mornings at breakfast, or during our 3 pm tea time.

My mother-in-law gave me these beautiful flowers for Mother’s Day and they’re a new favorite because she got them for me last year after we told her we were pregnant. I put them on our console and they bring a little happiness every time I pass by.

Have a wonderful week everyone!
xox

Happy Sunday and happy Mother’s Day to all the mamas out there! I think Matthew is talking about going out for lunch which will be fun. I don’t think I’ve mentioned that my mother-in-law has been living with us, so that makes the day that much more special to be together. Missing my mom in Los Angeles though!! Gah it’s hard to spend holidays apart.

Here’s a little recap of our week:

WHAT WE ATE

my plan is to share the meals I made the previous week, with links if possible, as some inspiration for your own menu planning.

MONDAY- Balsamic Grilled Skirt Steak with Charred Tomatoes– Matthew was obsessed! He said we need to make this once a week, which you know by now is a top compliment!

TUESDAY- Easy Skillet Cheesy Green Chile Enchilada Bake– I used 1 poblano instead of 2 (pre-roasting it), and it was yummy! Such an easy, crowd-pleaser.

WEDNESDAY- Chicken Tzatziki Bowls – This was the surprise favorite of the week! I love Greek food and while it’s not Matthew’s favorite, he really liked this one! Also, the kids loved the chicken that was grilled in this yummy yogurt and turmeric marinade.

THURSDAY- Crispy Oven Pork Sliders with Coleslaw Salad and homemade Hawaiian sweet rolls– You might remember we’ve made this recipe a few times. It’s one of Augustine’s favorites and always requested.

FRIDAY- Meatloaf and Potato Salad- from this cookbook. Somewhat similar to this recipe of hers but would highly recommend trying the cookbook version. Corinna is our most particular eater and she ate the whole thing up which is not typically how things go around here.

SATURDAY- Burger Night with salad and sweet potato fries

SUNDAY- Creamy Bacon and Tuscan Shrimp with fresh sourdough {from this cookbook}

cookies with a glass of cold milk will always be a favorite treat!

WHAT I WORE

We are definitely at the end of our spring weather because the temperatures are rising fast! It seemed like our spring was so short, but we enjoyed some fun thundershowers and lightning storms this week. One day I was in a rain jacket and the next in shorts and a tee {I wear the heathered oat one all the time}. It will be interesting to see what our summer weather is like but it’s typically very hot and dry.

Margaux is one of my favorite shoe brands and I just got this Downtown Boot. I had my eye on this pair of slides and these sandals but I feel like my wardrobe is really missing a classic everyday boot and these look so perfect with the suede and stacked heel. I feel like it’s a boot I can wear any season and I love how comfortable they are.

This striped tee has held up for several years. It has a great comfortable and soft material and I can wear it year-round.

ON MY MIND

This week I took Corinna out for some special mommy/daughter time. It was so nice to catch up with her and she loved getting a special steamer latte {foamed milk with cinnamon and honey}. How cute are her little flower sunglasses?!

We spent a lot of time outside this week with picnic lunches and dinner on our patio. You really appreciate spring after a long winter!

Lots of snuggles with my tiniest girl too! How cut are those baby bell bottoms? They were a hand-me-down from a cousin and Corinna wore them too.

Have a wonderful week everyone!
xox