Right here’s our life these days within the New Yr!
Each time I do these these days posts, I preserve a operating spotlight reel of something noteworthy or enjoyable we do within the weeks prior. Plus as many actual meals as I keep in mind to {photograph}! Right here’s a round-up of enjoyable issues relationship again to earlier than Christmas!
See-Noticed Enjoyable
Earlier than Mazen broke his ribs, we see-sawed on a close-by playground! Since he and I are virtually the identical weight, it was a enjoyable physics lesson about weight distribution and stability.
After Christmas Procuring
These Star Wars vacation PJs are on clearance and are available in designs for the entire household.
Should you’re in search of reasonably priced exercise put on this time of yr, I simply bought this set from Outdated Navy, too. Excessive assist PowerSoft sports activities bra and my favourite StudioSmooth leggings (I’ve 3 pairs!)
Leggings in motion!
Notable Items!
90s Trivia playing cards are so nice for group dinners, and these sardine sponges are too fairly to make use of!! (However i’ll someday, I’m certain).
My pal Gabby gifted me this rosé portray from her assortment – I adore it!!
And talking of video games, for the primary time that I can recall, I gained Rummikub on my first flip!! Ivy was not blissful haha.
New Piano!
Extra huge information is that I purchased a keyboard / piano for our home! I used to play (unofficially) once I was younger and need to decide it up once more. And Birch, who may be very musically gifted by ear, is beginning informal classes this yr, too. I’ve already realized very straightforward variations of “Champagne Issues” and “Exile” from this YouTube channel : )
Nod Pod
This was a birthday present from my sister, however it’s notable as a result of it actually helps me sleep so effectively! It’s a “weighted blanket on your eyes” and in addition blocks out the sunshine. I 100% imagine that the stress helps me go to sleep quicker, particularly if I get up within the evening. Test it out: the Nod Pod.
Minecraft Blocks
When you’ve got a baby who loves Minecraft, these blocks are nice!! We like to construct with them. Get a giant set so that you don’t run out earlier than your home is constructed.
Grapefruit Set
It’s grapefruit season and I wanted new spoons. This set is so lovely! Birch and I each love grapefruit.
Wonderbly Books
One other mother advice – these books! Birch likes to learn the brother e book, and in addition the one about Mazen’s identify we’ve had for ages. We’re additionally actually into studying our Harry Potter cookbook.
Harry Potter Trivia
And on the Hogwarts theme, we went to Harry Potter trivia at Daring Rock just a few weeks in the past. The boys have been VERY excited and hoped to win. We introduced Sean alongside as a fellow Potterhead, and collectively the 2 Slytherins CRUSHED IT! Sadly, we didn’t win (and even get prime three!) as a result of there have been so many superfans there. Nevertheless it was a enjoyable time – Butterbeer and all!
Kath Eats Actual Meals
Actual meals roundup!
Buddha Bowl
Who remembers this bowl from the early weblog days! It’s nonetheless chugging alongside : )
Leftover oatmeal the following day:
Straightforward Household Dinner: True Nature Pulled Pork
I’m obsessive about how straightforward cooking is with True Nature! To be trustworthy, I most likely wouldn’t make pulled pork from scratch, however this felt like I did! You order it frozen, thaw it within the fridge, and warmth it up in a pan for dinner. The completely different meats – from sliced Mediterranean hen to Carne Asada – are already cooked AND seasoned in scrumptious sauces! The code KATHEATS will get you $35 off, and many of the meats are $11-12 a pack.
We made pulled pork sandwiches, sautéed inexperienced beans, and protein mac for a simple child pleasant dinner.
Fly By Jing
One other straightforward dinner: Fly By Jing! This one was for me and Mazen (too spicy for Birch, and he doesn’t eat shrimp). However M cherished it. I used two of their noodle kits and shrimp from the freezer, plus recent broccoli.
(I’m not doing Dry January in a strict sense, however that may be a NA wine!)
Bánh mì Sandwiches
My pal and neighbor, Jonathon, had me over for dinner to take pleasure in bánh mì sandwiches. I don’t imagine I’ve had one earlier than, and so they have been good! Refreshing, particularly with the pickled veggies on prime.
Blue Apron Enchiladas
Now you could order Blue Apron a la carte, I’ve ordered just a few bins each different week or so. Use the code KATHEATS to get 50% off your first two orders with free transport. We love their enchiladas!
I additionally bought one in all their broccoli and cheese soups, and it was incredible!!
Lunch Snack Plate
True Nature hen (leftover) with sides from the fridge and pantry.
Salad lunch
Extra leftovers on greens with gorgonzola.
Rev Soup Salad Bowl
I assumed it was heat sufficient to eat exterior. I used to be unsuitable.
Breakfast Parade
I all the time have probably the most breakfast images saved on my cellphone!
Hope you’ve had an amazing week!
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