Happy Sunday everyone! I hope you’ve had a wonderful weekend. Our Saturday was very slow but it was also just what we needed. We’re in the process of transitioning out of naps which is good in one way {earlier bedtimse}, but also harder in other ways {more challenging afternoons}. And then we’re adding in the time change which was maybe not the best plan. Wish us luck this 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- Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup with sourdough – we love starting our week off with a  comforting soup night. It just feels so right, especially during our cold season.

TUESDAY- Taco Skillet Bake- This was so easy and a nice mix-up from our typical taco night. We sauteed zucchini and bell peppers, added ground beef and seasonings, and then topped it with cheese and baked until bubbling. We served it with avocado, cilantro, and salsa and the kiddos dug in with tortilla chips.

WEDNESDAY- Kale and Mint Salad with Peanut Vinaigrette– This recipe is so delicious! We love the vinaigrette so much! You could serve it with shredded chicken or even sauteed shrimp.

THURSDAY- Salmon Milano with Lemon-Basil Pesto- I love an easy dinner! We just topped salmon with a lemon-basil pesto and roasted it for 12 minutes. Served with a salad, this was a healthy and easy dinner.

FRIDAY- Skinny Chicken Parmesan with Brussels Sprout Salad with Anchovy Tahini & Za’atar Chickpeas– This recipe is similar to what we made although I used almond flour and tapioca starch with parsley for the breading.  This brussels sprout salad was so yummy for the adults and I’m planning on making it again this week since I have leftovers of the tahini. The kids weren’t the biggest fans but we’ll see what they think when they try it next time.

SATURDAY- Date Night Pork Chops with Rosemary Roasted Sweet Potatoes- These pork chops are one of Matthew’s favorite meals ever! We’ve made it a handful of times. Don’t skip the fennel and lemon zest and herb salad – both are musts!

SUNDAY- Clams in White Wine with toasted bread- It will be very similar to this recipe, minus the pasta although that looks so yummy!

For breakfast one morning, I made the most delicious baked oatmeal recipe for the kids. It was inspired by this recipe I found online and I’ll definitely be making it again!

WHAT I WORE

My hair has been growing like crazy these days and I’ve been needing to keep it up and out of reach from baby Beatrice. I bought these claw clips on Amazon and love their neutral color options and the larger size. It’s been so nice to have something that easily holds all my hair.

I’ve been loving basics from PACT. Their pieces are made with organic cotton and they’ve held up so well. I got this shell in oat along with the matching joggers and cardigan.

SALES TO NOTE

Speaking of PACT, they’re having a Daylight Savings Sale (there’s a sale for everything!). Use code LONGDAYS to save up to 25%!

There’s a denim sale going on at Everlane. I love this style right now in Vintage Indigo or Folsom Blue.

ON MY MIND

Friday night we had a game night which was so fun! We played a few new games, Otrio and Bird Bingo. Both were so fun!

Pi Day is this week (Tuesday 3.14), so I’m planning which pie to make. Since we’re trying to be lowish carbs these days I’m looking in my Sweet Laurel cookbook for inspiration. I heard the pecan pie recipe is really good, Augustine wants pumpkin pie, I’m tempted by the s’mores pie, but Matthew is a huge fan of coconut cream. We’ll see what we decide!

I’m starting to put together a spring edit of favorites but I wanted to share some of what I’ve found on Shopbop. Looking at spring pieces makes me so excited for the warmer weather to come!

Have a lovely week everyone!

xox

This weekend went by way too quickly. Yesterday I had a homeschool retreat with the moms in our co-op and it was such an encouraging day. This time of year can feel slow when it comes to homeschooling so I felt like we all left feeling excited to finish the year strong. Homeschooling is such a blessing and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to teach my kids at home. This book was one that really squashed any doubts I had, and this is another that has been very encouraging. This one too!

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- Kale and Quinoa Winter Salad – this was so yummy and delicious! I can’t wait to make it again. The toasted spices added such a unique element and I love that the leftovers hold for midweek lunches.

TUESDAY- Easy Italian Bean Soup– this soup was so delicious that I wrote it down for my Recipe Box. Highly recommend this soup. It’s simple but the flavor is amazing!

WEDNESDAY- Salmon Fish Taco Bowls– This recipe was so good, like a fish taco but in bowl form. It’s from this cookbook (along with the rest of the recipes for the week. We’ve loved cooking through this cookbook)

THURSDAY- Miso Broiled Halibut- from this cookbook

FRIDAY- Texas Tamale Pie- from this cookbook

SATURDAY- Spaghetti Squash Singapore Noodles- from this cookbook

SUNDAY- dinner with friends- They made the most delicious Korean Bowl with coconut rice and yum yum sauce from Half Baked Harvest Super Simple!

I’ve been loving grapefruit these days! It’s so bright and refreshing and reminds me of breakfasts growing up.

WHAT I WORE

I definitely have warm weather on my mind so I picked up this straw hat from Gigi Pip. I have one of her wool hats and love it, but I’ve had my eye on this Jolie boater hat for awhile.

For a date downtown, I wore my favorite Maylis loafers. So comfortable and they go with everything!

SALES TO NOTE

The Mystery Sale is happening again at LOFT!

There’s also a secret sale happening on Shopbop! Here are some favorites:

ON MY MIND

I got these personalized sunglasses for Corinna from Strand Up, and couldn’t resist a pair for Beatrice too. You can get matching hair clips too. These would be such a sweet addition to an Easter basket!

I’m four months postpartum and the hair shedding has unfortunately started. I’m loading up on my liquid biocell collagen though which has been so helpful in the past.

Matthew and I went on our monthly date on Friday and we checked out a newish coffee shop. It’s hard to find the time to get out just the two of us (and baby) but it’s always so worth it. Baby Beatrice slept the whole time too!

Since I have spring on my mind, I’m going to be putting together a spring style edit! I’ve already found some really cute pieces that I can’t wait to share with you, like these nude flats and this pretty swimsuit.

Wishing you all a wonderful week, with (hopefully) weather that’s starting to warm up a bit!

xox

Happy Sunday! What a busy but special week! My parents, their dog Zoey, and my brother came into town to celebrate Corinna’s 4th birthday. We cooked up some yummy meals and had a few special birthday celebrations! They left today and we’re all missing them dearly. There’s just never enough time. Since we’ve moved out of California our time together is even more precious so we try to savor it all. We’re thankful for their drives to visit though, especially in this season when it’s more challenging to travel with a newborn.

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- Winter Vegetable Chicken Noodle Soup– I loved that I could use leftover chicken from our Sunday dinner, as well as other veggies in our fridge.

TUESDAY- Classic Beef Bourguignon– ok I had no idea how complicated this recipe was so it was a little ambitious of me to make without an extra set of hands but thankfully it turned out well! The recipe needs to be rewritten to include times of cooking, and also when to add in the shallots, but everyone loved it. It was a good hearty meal when my parents and brother arrived in town.

WEDNESDAY- Taco Bowls – this is becoming a weekly staple around here! We’re learning that chopped lettuce on top (not on bottom) is a must!

THURSDAY- Spicy Chipotle Honey Salmon Bowls– We made these again (second week in a row) Whether you make it with rice or cauliflower rice, it’s a hit!

FRIDAY- dinner at The Warehouse – This was our first time visiting the new food hall in downtown Boise. It was fun to get out for dinner for the first time in a while.

SATURDAY- Cripsy Oven Pulled Pork with Coleslaw from this this cookbook – Another repeat two weeks in a row! Love how relatively easy this meal is to put together and it perfectly serves a crowd.

SUNDAY – Leftovers and this Winter Salad– this salad looks so delicious, and healthy too!

leftover birthday cupcakes with coffee.. yum!

WHAT I WORE

I finally got my jeans from Gap and I’m thinking the winner is this pair of classic straight jeans in high rise. I also liked this pair, although it’s a stiffer style of denim. If you’re into mid-rise jeans (I wish I could right now!), this would be a good pair to try. I’m so happy to finally have a pair of jeans that fits during my postpartum period.

For Corinna’s birthday celebration, I wore this floral maxi dress from D.Ra. We had a surprisingly warm and sunny 50-degree day so it felt so fitting!

SALES TO NOTE

LOFT– 30% off spring styles!

J.Crew– 25% off with code GOSHOP

ON MY MIND

I made Corinna’s birthday cake from the Sweet Laurel cookbook and it was so delicious! If you’re looking for a grain-free, nut-free, and refined sugar-free cake, this Vanilla Coconut Jam Cake fits the bill perfectly!

I’m currently reading For the Children’s Sake and really enjoying it. It’s a great book about reclaiming a child’s education, spurring you on to teach your child through daily life, and also goes over a lot of Charlotte Mason’s principles.

How cute is my parents’ puppy Zoey? She’s an English Springer Spaniel, almost one year old, and has the sweetest freckles all over!

I hope you all have a lovely rest of your weekend! I’m thankful everyone is taking naps so I can wrap up this post and then hopefully get back to my book before starting dinner. It’s been a busy week so I know everyone is a little tired, myself included!

xox