Stir fry is one of those dishes I have been making for years, yet I am almost always dissapointed. The vegetables are typically soggy, the sauce cooks away, and it's just not all I had hoped. When I was playing around in the kitchen the other day, I decided to make the stir fry sauce separately and toss it with the vegetables at the very last minute, so it's super flavorful and doesn't have a chance to cook off. The tahini added some thickness to the...READ MORE
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July 9, 2012
Mom Monday {summer essentials}
With summer in full swing, and trips to the pool becoming more regular, I thought I would share with you my summer essentials for Piper. Most are things that are tried and true, a few are things I am dying to try.
1.With sunblock being the new hot topic for "is it safe for my kids", the Honest Company is my sunblock of choice. I know I can trust the safety of the product. Piper's has super sensitive skin and the fact that she has no reaction to it is...READ MORE
July 4, 2012
In Memory of Jarvis…
It is with a heavy heart that I write this post. Emily lost her sweet Jarvis this week. He was truly part of the family, and has been a huge part of Wiley Valentine. We will remember with him...READ MORE
July 3, 2012
In the Kitchen {strawberry shortcake}
This is the perfect fourth of July dessert. I have to credit Czar Press for this amazing, and super easy recipe.
Hope you enjoy! Let me know if you guys make this. Would love to know how it turns out!...READ MORE
July 2, 2012
Mom Monday {Al Fresco}
Piper and I had such a magical morning this past weekend. It was one of those days where we really didn't do anything out of the ordinary but it just felt so amazing...anyone else know what I am talking about? Well one thing we DID do that was a little different was have our kefir breakfast smoothies outside in the sunshine. It was just a little thing, but we had so much fun. It got me thinking, bringing our meals outdoors (al fresco) during these summer...READ MORE
