Right here’s our life recently within the New 12 months!
Each time I do these recently posts, I maintain a working spotlight reel of something noteworthy or enjoyable we do within the weeks prior. Plus as many actual meals as I bear 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 steadiness.
After Christmas Buying
These Star Wars vacation PJs are on clearance and are available designs for the entire household.
For those who’re in search of inexpensive exercise put on this time of 12 months, I simply acquired this set from Previous Navy, too. Excessive help 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 positive).
My pal Gabby gifted me this rosé portray from her assortment – I find it irresistible!!
And talking of video games, for the primary time that I can recall, I gained Rummikub on my first flip!! Ivy was not completely satisfied haha.
New Piano!
Extra large information is that I purchased a keyboard / piano for our home! I used to play (unofficially) once I was younger and wish to choose it up once more. And Birch, who may be very musically gifted by ear, is beginning informal classes this 12 months, too. I’ve already realized very straightforward variations of “Champagne Issues” and “Exile” from this YouTube channel : )
Nod Pod
This was a birthday reward from my sister, nevertheless it’s notable as a result of it actually helps me sleep so nicely! It’s a “weighted blanket to your eyes” and likewise blocks out the sunshine. I 100% consider that the stress helps me go to sleep sooner, particularly if I get up within the evening. Test it out: the Nod Pod.
Minecraft Blocks
In case you have a toddler who loves Minecraft, these blocks are nice!! We like to construct with them. Get an enormous set so that you don’t run out earlier than your own 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 guide, and likewise 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 a couple of 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. But it surely 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:
Simple Household Dinner: True Nature Pulled Pork
I’m obsessive about how straightforward cooking is with True Nature! To be sincere, 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 totally different meats – from sliced Mediterranean rooster to Carne Asada – are already cooked AND seasoned in scrumptious sauces! The code KATHEATS will get you $35 off, and a lot 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 beloved it. I used two of their noodle kits and shrimp from the freezer, plus contemporary broccoli.
(I’m not doing Dry January in a strict sense, however that could be a NA wine!)
Bánh mì Sandwiches
My pal and neighbor, Jonathon, had me over for dinner to get pleasure from bánh mì sandwiches. I don’t consider I’ve had one earlier than, they usually 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 a couple of containers each different week or so. Use the code KATHEATS to get 50% off your first two orders with free delivery. We love their enchiladas!
I additionally acquired one in every of their broccoli and cheese soups, and it was improbable!!
Lunch Snack Plate
True Nature rooster (leftover) with sides from the fridge and pantry.
Salad lunch
Extra leftovers on greens with gorgonzola.
Rev Soup Salad Bowl
I believed it was heat sufficient to eat outdoors. I used to be incorrect.
Breakfast Parade
I at all times have probably the most breakfast pictures saved on my telephone!
Hope you’ve had an awesome week!
