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• August is the Perfect Time to Vaccinate for Back-to-School

  

  Summer is winding down for us and we’re soaking up every last bit. August is always jam-packed with visits up north to the lake to see grandparents and... Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2023 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• It’s Not Too Late To Catch Up on Your Child’s Vaccines

  

  This might come as a shock to you (it did to me!), but I completely missed a round of my youngest daughter’s vaccines this year. Read more

  Posted on 29 March 2023 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Now Is a Great Time To Get Your Kids’ Flu Shots

  

  If you’re anything like our family, you’ve already been struck with at least one illness this winter. We’ve been lucky enough to just have colds, but I know... Read more

  Posted on 06 December 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Maple Sausage Gravy

  

  Biscuits and sausage gravy is a breakfast I’ve loved since I was a kid. In the past few years, I’ve gotten pretty good at making it myself, and my kids both lov... Read more

  Posted on 08 November 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Gearing Up For the Family Flu Shot

  

  We’ve already been struck with the first post-summer cold and it was a doozy. Ellie ended up with a double ear infection and I am still fighting through a... Read more

  Posted on 24 September 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Grilled Zucchini Recipe with Feta and Red Pepper Flakes

  

  Zucchini is my favorite vegetable. We eat it pretty darn often in the summer when it’s easy to find. My favorite zucchini recipe is this grilled zucchini... Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• 6 Tips for How To Take Road Trips With Kids

  

  I was born and raised in Michigan and am still a die-hard fan of my home state. That being said, I haven’t actually lived there in 13 years. Read more

  Posted on 17 August 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• I Vaccinate to Protect Our Entire Family

  

  We just got back from a family vacation in Michigan. We travel back every summer to visit Ben’s parents and my grandparents at their cabins up north. Read more

  Posted on 28 July 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Roasted Red Pepper Pesto

  

  This post contains affiliate links. At no cost to you, I may receive a small commission if you buy anything through my links. Roasting peppers is one of my... Read more

  Posted on 25 June 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Quick and Easy Grilled Asparagus

  

  Summer has arrived and we are hitting the grill pretty often these days. Our girls love protein, so we are constantly rotating steak, chicken, and pork chops... Read more

  Posted on 16 June 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Oven Roasted Red Peppers

  

  One of my favorite things to do in the kitchen is to make simple staples that can be used in multiple recipes. Oven roasted red peppers take just 30 minutes... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Super Simple and Fast Spaghetti Sauce

  

  I am not exaggerating when I say that I make this super simple and fast spaghetti sauce once per week. My 2-year-old, almost 1-year-old, and my husband love thi... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Rosemary and Garlic Drop Biscuits

  

  There is nothing I love more than BISCUITS. Okay, actually I do love mac and cheese more than biscuits, but they are definitely my second favorite food. Read more

  Posted on 06 May 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Celebrating My 1-Year Covid Vaccine Anniversary!

  

  This time last year, I was 34 weeks pregnant with our daughter Ellie. Overall my second pregnancy was more difficult than my first. Read more

  Posted on 04 May 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Creamy Bacon and Gruyère Orzo

  

  If you know me, you know I love, love, LOVE pasta and cheese. Macaroni and cheese is my absolute favorite food and I could eat it every day without getting... Read more

  Posted on 30 March 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• March Love List

  

  March was a really enjoyable month for me. I took some time off work and was able to focus on some personal things. Like my blog, for example! I also took my... Read more

  Posted on 28 March 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Creamy Beer Cheese Soup

  

  I tried making this beer cheese soup once when I lived in Chicago. I didn’t even try making it again for years. Everything was going great until I had to add th... Read more

  Posted on 15 March 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Banana Breakfast Protein Shake

  

  Breakfast has been a struggle the past few weeks. The past few months, if I’m honest. I’m having a hard time coming up with something for my girls, who are in... Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• February Love List

  

  February was kind of a whirlwind for me. It’s a short month already, but I am also taking some time off in March and so I’ve been trying to get all of my March... Read more

  Posted on 28 February 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS

• Why I’m Grateful for the Flu Vaccine

  

  Cold and flu season is in full effect. And if your family is anything like mine, your kids are home more often, you’re going through boxes of tissues daily,... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2022 LIFESTYLE, PETS