Birthdays, Baby, & Beside Myself

Yesterday Cadence turned four. A monumental moment, in which I plan to write more about. We enjoyed special breakfast, lunch & dinner together. She told random strangers in the grocery store, “It’s my birthday!,” while holding up four fingers. I’ve been reflecting a lot in my head and planning the present in our home (whichContinue reading “Birthdays, Baby, & Beside Myself”

Paleo Pie/Tart Crust

The class was gathered around the large cutting table turned pie crust 101.  Where we would measure our fabric, pin the pattern to cut became the central spot for Mrs. Haile to teach us how to do a new lesson in Home Economics.  I’m pretty sure most schools don’t offer home economics anymore, seeing thatContinue reading “Paleo Pie/Tart Crust”

Calm before the Storm, er, before baby awakes

I quickly put the older two in separate spheres to rest after I got the baby down for a nap, in hopes I would be able to write a little.  But, it looks as though a little girl is awaking and I’m left with another toss that idea out the window.   Mothering is soContinue reading “Calm before the Storm, er, before baby awakes”

Day 30: Real Food & Health Magazine

I’ve mentioned before somewhere on here about the online magazine I contribute towards bi-quarterly.  It’s Real Food & Health.  The little magazine has blossomed and gaining traction.  It’s available on the Nook & Kindle.  I am fortunate to write pieces on hospitality; as well as, offer up a recipe.   I highly recommend subscribing toContinue reading “Day 30: Real Food & Health Magazine”

Day 29: Tare the Scale: Story of Mercy & Cookies

Grace is truly scandalous and often I want there to be more justice.  Woe is me  little child, all too eager to dish out discipline and correction.  Then, with a swat across my body, I’m undone.   Pulling out the kitchen scale to bake. I place the mixing bowl atop and tare it.  Zero, notContinue reading “Day 29: Tare the Scale: Story of Mercy & Cookies”