My Breastfeeding Journey

Whether or not to breastfeed is something every expectant mother thinks about. Just over 80% of mothers leave the hospital with the intention to breastfeed, but less then half are still exclusively breastfeeding at 3 months. Like many first time moms, I heard breastfeeding was “natural”, but I had no idea how challenging a biologically…

Unbelievable Banana Nut Bread

Ingredients 2 leveled cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened 3/4 cup sugar (dark brown sugar preferred)2 large, room temperature eggs1/3 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream 4 large, overripe bananas*1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup chopped walnuts2 tablespoons vegetable oil Method Set oven rack to lower…

A Letter to my Husband

I love youI love marriageI love OUR marriageI love God’s plan for marriageI love the intimacyI love that you are my personThe only one who knows me so wellI love your heartAnd the way you smile with your eyesI love lying beside youAnd laughing by your sideI love your gentlenessI love how you lead meAlways…

Butternut Squash Soup

Ingredients 1 large (or two small) butternut squash 1-1.5 onions Olive oil Salt to taste Pepper to taste 3 (maybe 4) cups broth (Better then Bullion Veggie is my go-to!) 1 cup heavy cream Garlic cloves (measure with your heart) 1 package on Bacon 2 Tbsp Molases (trust me on this) Method Halve and peel…

Finding Peace in the Panic

There is a frenzy in our society in response to the growing COVID-19 outbreak. A palpable panic in the air at the grocery store. A quiet avoidance, as we try not to look our neighbors in the eye. As if viruses were contracted through something as simple as a smile. The air is thick with…