Author: missalaneyus
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Winter Coats
I can always come up with a reason to get a new coat. It’s genetic. My dad suffers from the same disease, and I’m pretty sure he got it from his mom. This doesn’t bode well for Ellie. (Or, Keegan) So, I’m using my obsession to help you. You’re welcome. Top Row (left to right):…
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Thanksgiving Part I: Spanish Turkey Breast
This was one of the lost recipes, so, much to Keegan’s delight, we had a full turkey breast on Thursday night. It was nuts, but also really delicious and kind of easy. (Do not tell anyone I said that last part, okay?) As it turns out, turkey breasts offer a lot less drama than the…
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Thanksgiving Series
Last year, I hosted Thanksgiving at my house. My mom had recently been released from the hospital, so I wanted to make something that was celebratory, but appropriate for my small family. I decided to do traditional favorites with a Spanish twist, because as much as I love the classics, recreating relatives’ perfect dishes comes…
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Boot Wardrobe
For the first half of my life, boots weren’t a thing. Sure, little kids had snow boots and there were combat versions in the 90’s, but overall, I don’t really remember seeing a lot of them. But then, while I was in college, they became a wardrobe essential. I had the same pair of stacked…
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Lately
Collecting rocks, sticks and bugs is how Ellie spends most of her time outdoors. This particular afternoon, she found rocks that she could draw with. Do you remember finding those when you were little? White chalk rocks? I do. They were my favorite. I am on the hunt for new boots. It is not going…
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Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins
This may be one of my favorite recipes yet. These chocolate pumpkin muffins are tender, and their flavor is complex. When they are fresh out of the oven, each bite is punctuated with pockets of melted chocolate. Also, they can be made relatively quickly. Which makes me wonder, what are you waiting for and when should…
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Fast Food: Vegged Out Sloppy Joes & Potatoes
When Keegan is away, I like to make all the vegetables he doesn’t like. Do you do that too? I’m always sad to see him go, but manage to console myself with mushrooms* and tomatoes. Some of his least favorite foods are ones that both Ellie and I like a lot. In particular, they are red…
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One Dress, Two Ways
Let’s face it. Creating a versatile wardrobe can be hard. I know I’m guilty of having tunnel vision when it comes to certain pieces, so today, I’m sharing one dress that can be worn a hundred ways. I’ve narrowed it down to two – fancy and casual. Sweater dress shown in both looks Casual (top to…
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Explore: Johnson Farms
I asked Ellie earlier this week if she wanted to skip dance and head to the pumpkin patch. She said, “Yes,” and we were all really excited about her decision. I think it’s pretty easy to see why. Here are our photos from Johnson Farms last year. (Also, can we talk about how big she is?…