My Plan for the Week Ahead It’s been a quiet weekend around here. Sunday night I’ll clean out my fridge to prep for the week ahead and take care of at least one thing ahead of time. This “one thing” philosophy is my version of meal prep. I don’t like making whole dinners in advance,…
Back to School!
Here We Go! After a quiet weekend in the country, we’re back in Houston. Uniforms are ready, textbooks are here, and computers are charged. We’re ready for this year! I’m focusing on all the positive experiences ahead of us. Even if we’re not one hundred percent “back to normal” we’re so close! I spent some…
Back to Routines
Easy Dinner Routines We’re back in Houston after spending a chunk of summer in Sun Valley, Idaho. It’s time for kids’ haircuts, orthodontist appointments, new shoes, and school shopping. My head is also swimming with “to do” lists. In the car on our way home from the airport tonight, I did a quick Instacart order…
Weekly Meal Plan // August 1-6
As I’m writing this, it’s the last day of July and I’ve decided to dig my heels in. When my kids were little, I’d look forward to the start of the school year so we could get back into a routine. And let’s be honest, so I could have a few hours to myself during…
Summer Farro Risotto
Summer Farro Risotto Summer farro risotto is exactly what you need to make while zucchini, eggplant, and sweet cherry tomatoes are still at their prime. A meatless main that will leave you satisfied and full, it’s also simple to pull together. Full of the best of summer’s bounty, veggie-based farro risotto is the perfect way…
Everyday Dinners
This week I’m planning my meals thanks to Memorial Hermann Health System. Everyday Well Eats, a database on their website, is the best-kept secret for meal planning and healthy dinners. Dietitian-approved recipes are searchable by special diets, including heart-healthy, diabetes-approved, low carb, or gluten-free. You can also search for quick 30-minute recipes or family-friendly ideas….
Almond, Chia and Cherry Muffins
Almond, Chia and Cherry Muffins Streusel topped cherry muffins are the summer treat you need in rotation. This was a recipe I posted on Instagram last summer and now that it’s cherry season, it’s time to fire it up again. Cherries are here and we’ve already eaten about three pounds worth at our house. Make…
Weekly Meal Plan // June 6-11
What a week! On Tuesday, we returned from a relaxing few days in Cabo to celebrate our 20th anniversary. The return to normal life was a real shock to the system! Seeing and hearing the ocean, eating fresh fish ceviche, fish tacos, handmade tortillas, and drinking delicious margaritas (poolside) was a serious treat. Back to…
Summer Travel Workout
Summer Travel Workout One of the things I love most about vacation is lazy morning walks, best if taken on a beach. Hotel gyms are another vacation treat that always feels like such a luxury. “Would you like cold water?” Why yes, yes I would! This post is a bit different from my typical recipe…
Weekly Meal Plan // May 23-28
The Last Stretch There’s a lot going on over here, and my head is a tornado of work and life and kids. Those of you who follow along on Instagram know I’m beyond excited to get out of town soon. We’re celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary Thursday and taking a quick trip to Mexico. I’ve…