Today’s the Day!! Strange Comfort Food, and a New Favorite Dessert (TOL #51)

Today’s the Day!! Strange Comfort Food, and a New Favorite Dessert (TOL #51)

One more day until Friday! Has the week gone fast or is it just me? Either way, I’m excited that the weekend is drawing near and even more excited about what I’m sharing today on the blog, hint: it involves running! Before we dive into 

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 

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 

A Tired Tuesday + Delicious Eats (WIAW 9/20) 

A Tired Tuesday + Delicious Eats (WIAW 9/20) 

So, yesterday, I woke up tired. Like, extremely tired. I think the last two weeks have caught up with me, because I don’t remember ever feeling this exhausted before.  Thank goodness for coffee. Monday night, Benaiah was up every 1-1.5 hours to eat. After nursing, 

Benaiah’s First Stroller Ride + Mom + Sister Time +Date Night (Friday Scenes 9/16)

Benaiah and I were super excited about our visitors yesterday! My mom and sisters came over late morning and we got to hang out all day. Obiously, excited. We chatted, conquered laundry (thanks mom), and while I fed Benaiah the ladies ran to get Subway 

Strollers,Vitamin D, and Good Reports  (Friday Favorites 9/16)

Strollers,Vitamin D, and Good Reports  (Friday Favorites 9/16)

We’ve made it to Friday and I’ve made it to my second full day without Landon home. Let’s just say, I feel like I’m winning at life. Sure, the kitchen isn’t cleaned as quickly and as early as it normally is and my breakfast is 

Feeling More Human and I’m Getting Spoiled (WIAW 9/14) 

Feeling More Human and I’m Getting Spoiled (WIAW 9/14) 

Well, that was lovely. Benaiah slept like a champ last night and I feel like I have a half way normal anount of energy. I love it when mornings start off like this.  Actually, more like this. Enter: frothy cup of black coffee. Oh coffee, 

Three Things I’ve Learned Since Benaiah’s Birth 

Three Things I’ve Learned Since Benaiah’s Birth 

Ever since I found out I was pregnant, I received more advice than I could even take in. Most of it was super helpful, while others I took with a grain of salt.  During these first eleven days that Benaiah has been in the world,