Those of you who know me know, I'm fine! I'm always fine! I'm great! I'm happy. I'm upbeat. I use exclamation marks often! And I'm awfully good at sweeping anything that resembles uncomfortable feelings under the rug. Bye Felicia! Earlier this week, Lou and I went in for an ultrasound to see what should have …

Pumpkin Spice Chia Pudding
I can't get enough of this chia pudding I've been having for breakfast. It's super easy to make, packed with protein and DELISH!!! Since I'm all about all things pumpkin right now, I wanted to make a pumpkin spice versions and since I had just picked up Trader Joe's pumpkin spice almond beverage, I thought …

Chocolate Fig Chia Pudding
I'm gonna keep this post short, simple and sweet, just like this recipe! It is oh so delicious and the perfect recipe for a protein packed breakfast or as dessert to curb your sweet tooth. And because it's so yummy and has great macros, you may want to have it for breakfast and again for …

Toddler Emergency Grab and Go Kit
A couple years back, after Southern California had a small earthquake, I shared how it shook me up (no pun intended) thinking about how unprepared I was to sustain my infants needs in the event of an emergency, like a large shaker. I immediately put together an Emergency Grab and Go Kit for Ryder, who was …

Gluten Free Beef and Broccoli
For the most part, I don't really mind being Gluten Free. When I was first diagnosed as having a gluten intolerance, it was tough. I had never even heard of gluten and didn't understand why I couldn't enjoy my favorite products. I used to make a 45 minute drive to a specialty grocery store, once …

Dark Chocolate & Fig Nice Cream
I scream. You scream. We all scream for ice cream! This week has been HOT in Southern California. Excessively hot! In fact, they just issued an excessive heat warning in Orange County through 10pm tonight! Odd, since tomorrow it is forecasted to rain. On top of the heat, Ryder has a little cold so I …

Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Please tell me I'm not the only one who can't manage their household banana inventory!! One week we will through 15 bananas and the next, one bunch of bananas will sit on the counter without being touched all week, while slowly developing those black spots I call yummy freckles (because I love mushy, overripe bananas). …

Trader Joe’s Bruschetta Chicken
Have you guys tried Trader Joe's Bruschetta in a jar before? It is, without a doubt, one of the best Trader Joe's products and that's saying a lot since I love all things Trader Joe's. I remember the first time I tried it. I was in New York, visiting my sister in her tiny Manhattan …

Apple Pie Muffins
When I say these "Apple Pie" Muffins are so simple your toddler can make them, I mean this is the perfect recipe for your toddler to help make because there is no raw egg and the steps include "fun" activities such as mashing bananas. If your kid is anything like Ryder, he'll love getting to …

Viking Turkey Burgers
One of the first things I ever cooked when I was first living on my own was this Viking Turkey Burger Recipe I found on Cooks.com. It's so simple and so delicious! I was in college when I first made this and broiling meat was my version of fancy. It's the perfect alternative to making …