Tag: Holidays

A visit to my mom’s house was in order this past Thanksgiving weekend. We aren’t planning to travel at all near Christmas time, and going too long without seeing my mom just makes me crazy! Unfortunately my sister and her family were elsewhere, but my brother, sister-in-law, and their two boys came for a low … Continue reading “Thanksgiving Weekend Shenanigans (Part II)”

We spent the past the past Thanksgiving holiday and weekend in Ohio with our families… what a way to kick off the holiday season! Andrew’s oldest brother Bill and his wife Annie hosted all five million of us and our kids, and though the house was anything but peaceful, it sure was full of laughter … Continue reading “Thanksgiving Weekend Shenanigans (Part I)”

Happy Thanksgiving! Even though this recipe comes a bit late (unless you just so happen to have all the ingredients in your pantry & fridge, or you are running to the store for something last minute anyway), it is a great appetizer for any holiday gathering… thus still relevant. It is the perfect holiday snack, … Continue reading “Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip”

My style has evolved so much over my adulthood, but especially over the past few years. Since making the decision that three children was a good place to stop (geez, if we kept going on like we were, who knows what kind of madness would ensue!), my body has stayed the same size and weight. I … Continue reading “Dress That Mama: Thanksgiving-Inspired”

“One…” “… two…” “Three!” How is it already the weekend before Thanksgiving? So excited to see tons of family for the holiday next week. Until then, we will bundle up. It’s supposed to be super cold here this weekend! Andrew is in Portland until Monday afternoon, but we have loads of plans and hope to … Continue reading “Happy Friday!”