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• Little Things

  

  Simple shots (iPhone) of our life this past week. Tune back next week for a similar post! I’d also love to have you follow me on Instagram (@cakestand) if you’r... Read more

  Posted on 11 October 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Sour Cream Muffins

  

  In case you were curious…we survived our first airplane trip. Despite two, yes two, blowouts at 30,000 feet, we arrived in Houston bearing big, tired smiles. I... Read more

  Posted on 07 October 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Little Things

  

  Simple shots of our life this past week. Tune back next week for a similar post! I’d also love to have you follow me on Instagram (@cakestand) if you’re... Read more

  Posted on 04 October 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Very Hungry Caterpillar

  

  Never fear, I’m doing much better now. Thanks to everyone who read and responded to my overly emotional post on Monday. Your words were little rays of light,... Read more

  Posted on 02 October 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

  

  I shattered my iPhone on Saturday night. After a long and stressful day, I left the house for what was supposed to be a relaxing walk. Instead, Margot jerked... Read more

  Posted on 30 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• 3 Months of Lucille Amelia

  

  Hard to believe, but we’ve had this little gem for over 13 weeks. As I type now, she coos and smiles at me. I read my writing out loud to her, so she listens... Read more

  Posted on 27 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Pumpkin Walnut Hand Pies

  

  These were made in under an hour, all while entertaining a very fussy 3-month old. Entertaining means: dancing, singing, narrating, lifting, twirling, kissing.... Read more

  Posted on 25 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Deconstructed Spring Roll Salad

  

  I went to a friend’s baby shower this afternoon. Of course, my own baby wanted to be the star of the show. She’s been fussy these past few days, and I should... Read more

  Posted on 23 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Little Things

  

  Simple shots of our life this past week. Tune back next week for a similar post! I’d also love to have you follow me on Instagram (@cakestand) if you’re... Read more

  Posted on 20 September 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Cornmeal Cake with Honey Apricot Frosting

  

  My dear friend is having our family over for dinner on Saturday night, and she’s making what I’m sure will be a delectable feast. Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Apple Caramel Hand Pies

  

  Four new babies entered our world last week. All girls. I spent days and nights by my phone, eagerly awaiting to hear the joyful pronouncements. And they came,... Read more

  Posted on 16 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Little Things

  

  Simple shots of our life this past week. Tune back next week for a similar post! I’d also love to have you follow me on Instagram (@cakestand) if you’re... Read more

  Posted on 13 September 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• NORTH Festival-Icelandic Pancakes

  

  Sponsored Post My younger sister came to visit Lucy and us last week. We had a beautiful visit, complete with hiking, shopping, and pancakes. Noelle and I love... Read more

  Posted on 11 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Banana Bread Cookies

  

  As I type, one of my dearest friends is preparing to welcome her baby girl into the world. Her body is moving through the necessary changes. Opening.... Read more

  Posted on 09 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Little Things

  

  Simple shots of our life this past week. Tune back next week for a similar post! I’d also love to have you follow me on Instagram (@cakestand) if you’re... Read more

  Posted on 06 September 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Dark Chocolate Blondies with a Hazelnut Crumb

  

  Not only do I have this tower of dark chocolate blondies in my house, but I also have my little sister here. Noelle flew in from West Virginia today and saw Luc... Read more

  Posted on 04 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Wild Mushroom Samosas

  

  First. Thanks everyone who voted for Ryan in the American Made Contest and participated in our giveaway last week! I’m happy to announce that Marta, from What... Read more

  Posted on 02 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• Little Things

  

  No recipe today, just simple shots of our life this past week. Tune back next Wednesday for a similar post! I’d also love to have you follow me on Instagram... Read more

  Posted on 28 August 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Stork

  

  As many of you know, Ryan and I struggled with infertility issues before we conceived Lucille last Fall. Our story is similar to many other young couples…we... Read more

  Posted on 27 August 2013 FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION

• 2 Months of Lucille Amelia

  

  I’m in process of compiling all my baby/pregnancy posts. I realized about two weeks ago that I could have made my life FAR easier by separating my pregnancy... Read more

  Posted on 21 August 2013 SELF EXPRESSION