Lately

I have been struggling with my husband being deployed. There is no doubt about that. I don't attempt to hide it. Right now I'm supposed to be in DC at a Yellow Ribbon event, but about twelve things went wrong with the whole process.

I have been working with a six year old this summer on developing healthy eating habits. We start every morning with 10-40 minutes of yoga and stretching, then we made breakfast (either a smoothie, yogurt, or pancakes). After we do "boring work stuff"/tutoring we start to get ready for lunch. I got a dollar plate from Five Below and drew the MyPlate on top of it. It's an updated version of the food pyramid many of us grew up with.

French Toast

This works best with day old bread.

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Skinny Guacamole

I've said it before and I'll say it again.

I love avocados.

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Oatmeal with berries

I've been on an oatmeal kick lately. Since my dishwasher (the Boy) is out of state with the army, I've been trying to use as little dishes as possible.

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Grilled Cheese with Pesto and Tomato

Look at this buttery, crispy, delicious sandwich.

Such an easy way to make a simple meal feel fancy. This is why my husband always asks me to make his lunches - he says his are too boring.


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Breakfast Burrito

I love my new cast iron skillet. I'm still working out the kinks and watching a lot of youtube videos on how to maintain in. That being said, I'm using it for almost everything and it's (mostly) turning out really well.

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Salt Potatoes

This week I learned that salt potatoes are a regional thing. I had no idea! They're from CNY because of all the salt mines in the area.

It kind of explains why I didn't know what they were before I moved here, but that's beside the point.

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Quick Summer Salad

It's hot today. It was hot yesterday. It's going to be hot tomorrow and I don't think it's going to stop for some time.

I don't want to turn my oven on. The pilot lights are keeping the main room hot enough as it is.

What can I make for lunch that's quick, doesn't require a trip to the store, and won't require any heat whatsoever?

Answer: A refreshing summer salad!

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Egg Drop Soup

I've been trying my hand lately at making different Asian dishes. I came upon a recipe for Egg Drop Soup that is so quick and easy, it was hard to pass up. It's a lot less intimidating than it seems. I can't believe I never tried making this before! It was a big hit.

 Once I get everything set up, I'm going to start taking step by step pictures.

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