happy friday!

by emily on January 27, 2012

in 5 fact friday

PhotobucketToday’s the day! In a few short hours, my sister is coming home!

It’s been a L-O-N-G 19.5 months since I’ve seen my sister and I can’t wait to introduce her to Sophie!

{click to end the suspense}

{ 7 comments }

spicy blackened fish fajitas

by emily on January 25, 2012

in mains--seafood

Photobucket I’ve got a recipe queue longer than I am tall, but sometimes there are recipes that stop me in my tracks and call to me. I saw this idea on The Kitchn and could. not. help. myself.

My thoughts? Totally amazing.

{click to end the suspense}

{ 5 comments }

Thumbnail image for chocolate peanut butter clusters

chocolate peanut butter clusters

January 23, 2012

 There are occasions where I feel like I need to have a treat. Immediately. Usually, these are on the days where it’s just been a LONG day, so I want something quick. Most of the time, a handful of frozen semi-sweet chocolate chips is enough to tide me over, but sometimes I want a little [...]

click for more
Thumbnail image for 5 fact friday

5 fact friday

January 20, 2012

Happy Friday, dear reader! First off, I’d like to thank everyone who weighed in with their waffle iron recommendations last week. I’m perusing and price checking, and hope to be purchasing a replacement soon! It’s been a crazy week around here! Michael’s given presentations or trainings at work nearly every day this week, and it [...]

click for more
Thumbnail image for 14 Dates of Valentine’s

14 Dates of Valentine’s

January 18, 2012

It’s a bit early for a Valentine’s Day post, but I wanted to share my plan for this year. Since we’ve been married, I’ve tried to complete a 14 Days of Valentine’s for Michael. From February 1st through the 14th, I’d give him something small to show him I love or care about him. Sometimes, [...]

click for more
Thumbnail image for zucchini and roasted pepper orzo

zucchini and roasted pepper orzo

January 16, 2012

One of the things I still struggle with in my meal planning is side dishes. Sigh. I often get so excited/fixated on the main dish that when it’s time to set the table, I think “Oh, shoot. What should I serve with this?” In these situations, my go-to solutions are fresh fruit, good crusty bread, [...]

click for more
Thumbnail image for 5 fact friday

5 fact friday

January 13, 2012

It’s been a few weeks since I’ve done a real-deal 5 Fact Friday. I realized there’ve been a few developments I haven’t really blogged about. So, here they are!

click for more
Thumbnail image for s’mores treats

s’mores treats

January 11, 2012

 Dear everyone who has made a no-dessert resolution: I am dreadfully sorry. Dear everyone who likes a good treat now and then: I am your new best friend.

click for more

← Previous Entries