HER PERSPECTIVE Best Moment: While shopping for flowers and herbs on Sunday, the store owner asked when I’m due! It was gutsy, but I was flattered. Perhaps the bump finally looks more like a baby and less like a liter of beer! Symptoms: I caught an awful cold this week. I blame it on our recent road trips, late nights... Read more
Nick mentioned in our week 21 post that we took a quick trip to DC to celebrate the 30th birthday of his BFF. We literally arrived at 9pm on Friday night and were gone by noon on Saturday. But it was worth it. Happy birthday, Mike! On the way home, we stopped in Dover to pick up my sister. It... Read more
HER PERSPECTIVE Best Moment: Unfortunately, it’s rare these days that we’re able to gather even half of our best friends in one place, which is why we so enjoyed a long weekend in New England and a quick night out in Washington DC. Peanut is lucky to have such wonderful honorary aunties and uncles! Symptoms: Leg cramps and toe cramps.... Read more
Some days I miss running. Pulling my hair into a ponytail, lacing up my Asics, turning on my iPod, and tuning out the world. I miss the crunch of the leaves and the calm of the creek along my favorite trail. I miss the post-run stretches and warm showers and the feeling of accomplishment. Fortunately, I’ve found another activity that... Read more
After spending Friday in the Boston, we drove west to Leominster to see the bride and groom on their final night before becoming Mr. and Mrs. The ladies drank wine, the boys had beers, and I enjoyed a large slice of apple pie a la mode. Unbelievably, we all slept in on Saturday until well after 8am. And then we... Read more
After just three days back in Pennsylvania following our trip to Michigan, we were on the road again. This time we drove northeast to Massachusetts for the wedding of one of my best girlfriends. We could have traveled by plane, but because we do not live within 100 miles of a decent airport, we figured the highway would be the... Read more
HER PERSPECTIVE Best Moment: So many memorable moments this week! First, we gathered in Michigan with the Wileys to celebrate a graduation, two birthdays, and a wedding, too. We also found time during our trip to visit buybuy Baby. OMG. And we thought Babies”R”Us was overwhelming! Sister-in-law Megan recommended some of her favorite products and gadgets — from a bumbo... Read more
Just call us road warriors. We have spent 30+ hours in the car over the past two weekends, not including our long weekday commutes. But our recent road trips to Michigan and Massachusetts were well worth the miles! First up: We headed to Ann Arbor for brother BJ’s graduation and the 60th birthdays of Mom and Dad Wiley. Oh, and... Read more
You don’t have to be pregnant to crave chocolate. Yes, I desired a daily dose of sweetness well before Peanut took up residence in my belly. Perhaps it’s hereditary? Because my mom is a fan of chocolate, too — especially chocolate of the dark and bitter variety. So what better dessert to make for her visit than dark chocolate bread... Read more
I love a good chicken dish — especially one packed with flavor and oozing with cheese. We first prepared chicken rollatini when my mother visited two weeks ago. Why not kick off our Italian culinary tour with a delizioso dish of our own, right? This recipe calls for prosciutto and provolone, but you could also use sopressata and cacciocavallo cheese... Read more