1. Sam is now rolling over from belly to back. And Nick was here to witness the milestone moment! We applauded, of course, but baby boy wasn’t nearly as amused as his silly parents. 2. I have a new favorite Pandora station: Family Folk Songs. Sam and I listen to it at least three times every day — typically before... Read more
Sometimes there’s nothing better than a big beefy burger. With caramelized onions, sauteed mushrooms, and a thick slice of cheddar cheese. But if you’re looking for a healthier alternative, look no further. This quinoa burger far surpasses any other vegetarian burger I’ve tried. It’s full of flavor and has a nice spicy kick — thanks to roasted red peppers, chipotle... Read more
8/366 A green drink a day keeps the doctor away. 9/366 Bath time is the best time. 10/366 Dogfish Head Ta Henket beer. Why, oh why, did they cancel Brew Masters? 11/366 Our furnace stopped working early this morning. So Sam is napping downstairs by the space heater. 12/366 Long overdue for new lenses. 13/366 Homemade spaetzle and schnitzel. Nick’s... Read more
1. I’m craving routine in this new year. When I worked full time, I had a very predictable routine. From my morning cup of hazelnut coffee to a book in bed before turning out the light. Now I operate on Sammy time. But we’re through the “fourth trimester,” and I do believe we’re both ready to establish a (flexible) routine.... Read more
We have no extraordinary resolutions this year. Just the usual. Eat healthy. Exercise. Unplug. Enjoy life’s little details. Savor every moment with Samuel. And I think we’re off to a good start! I don’t believe that every Monday will be a meatless one, but it is our goal to eat at least one vegetarian meal each week. It’s not that... Read more
I attempted this before, but I believe (I hope!) it will be much easier this time around, thanks to my trusty iPhone and Instagram app. 1/366 Aud Lang Syne. Apple pie a la mode. 2/366 Baby boy has his first cold so we’re snuggling in our jammies all day. The unpacking and cleaning can wait. 3/366 There’s a frog in... Read more
Dearest Sammy Boy, You turned three months old on Christmas Day! I believe that we have learned as much about you as you have learned about this big world. We’ve cradled you when you cried and rocked you to sleep. We’ve learned how to console you and how to make you smile. We’ve figured out how to eat with one... Read more
January: Nothing like kicking off the new year with a positive pregnancy test! We confirmed the wonderful news with a blood test on January 25th. And just like that, 2011 became our best year yet. Also this month, we celebrated Grandma Martin’s 80th birthday (and had to hide our exciting news from family). Nick challenged me to a pears throw... Read more
Yes, we are already four days into 2012, but I still have two year-in-review posts to write — you know, for posterity’s sake. First up, our favorite 11 recipes from 2011. It certainly was a tasty year! Oven Fried Pickles Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Sourdough Bread Caramelized Brussels Sprouts Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese Pear Pizza with Gorgonzola and Caramelized Onions... Read more
Four of the past five years, we have traveled on Christmas Day. To California in 2007, to Michigan in 2009, back to California in 2010, and to Alabama in 2011. We’re lucky that we’re able to share the holiday with both sides of our family — plus it gives us an extra hour (or three) on the merriest day of... Read more