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Happy hellos from my little corner of Missouri. A lot has happened since we last caught up, so let’s jump right in. This week’s simple joy: hydrangeas. A gorgeous bluish-purple bunch snipped straight from my mom’s yard (see above). Up until a few days ago, they were brightening up my kitchen. Sometimes it’s the little…
Desserts, RecipesHomemade Carrot Cake Recipe
There’s something magical about recipes that stand the test of time—the kind that get lovingly handwritten, passed from one generation to the next, smudged with flour and a little love. This Homemade Carrot Cake Recipe is one of those recipes in our family. It’s been baked for birthdays, special dinners, and even weddings (more on that later).…
Main Dish, Pressure Cooker/Instant Pots, RecipesCreamy Lemon Chicken | Instant Pot Recipe
Some dinners are created with careful planning, long grocery lists, and fancy plating. Others are the delicious result of: “I need something quick, cozy, and crave-worthy…stat!” This Instant Pot Creamy Lemon Chicken is firmly in the second camp. It’s a five-minute prep, 30-minute miracle that feels like something you’d order at a bistro—but with far…
the Weekenderthe Weekender
Happy Hello’s from my little corner of Missouri. I hope you’re soaking up some sunshine wherever you are, because we’ve had our fair share of raindrops over here. 1. Honoring Memorial Day 🇺🇸 To those who have lost a loved one in service to our country, we hold you in our hearts this coming Memorial…
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Happy hellos from a beautiful Spring day here in the Ozarks! 1. First and foremost, I want to say a heartfelt Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms out there—those raising little ones, grown ones, or loving others like their own. Today, we also hold space for those who find this day bittersweet: those…
TravelTrip to Banff
There’s something magical about slipping away for a few days, especially when the destination is nestled in the Canadian Rockies. My husband and I recently did just that with a quick trip to Banff, Alberta—and let me tell you, it was pure mountain bliss. Crisp air, jaw-dropping views, a cozy lodge, and even a few…
Main Dish, RecipesInstant Pot Teriyaki Chicken
Hey there, foodies! If you’re like me, you want all the flavor without spending hours in the kitchen. Enter Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken. Tender chicken, coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, all cooked in a fraction of the time it would take on the stove. Plus, the best part? You don’t even have…
the Weekenderthe Weekender
Happy hellos from an overcast Spring day here in the Ozarks. 1. We’ve returned from vacation (and a family wedding). We had a great trip, spending a few days in Banff and a few days in Calgary. However, it was so nice to get home. There’s no place like home. Plus, I missed my boys.…
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