On the daily I try to live my little corner of life calm, contained, and lady like. Ya know, more smiles and polite head nods; less eye rolls and dramatic “I’m super annoyed right now” heavy breathing. I attempt to keep the internal and external me all woosah and zen… and whatever, so that I…
Continue ReadingBig Breakfast Latkes & Espresso Dark Chocolate Covered Matzo
Yesterday was an extra special morning of fun: I totally made latkes for breakfast. No biggie. I made them large and loaded with potatoes and onion, topped em’ with an egg, and served them with a smile and some love to the person I love. It’s amazing how a solid night of sleep and a…
Continue ReadingSriracha Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadilla
Yesterday was “one of those days”. I woke up totally late, wore different colored socks, skipped breakfast, brushing my hair… and coffee (the horror!), and somehow managed to get through the entire morning without giving one snarl, snarky remark, or sassy answer. Gooooooo me! It’s not that I generally have a bad attitude in the A.M….
Continue ReadingCinnamon Sugar Vanilla Bean Challah with Whiskey Soaked Golden Raisins
I’ve been thinking about the future a lot lately. Do you do this…? Daydream about the days to come? I do my best not to. I try to be in the here. I strive to stay in the now. But sometimes my brain gets the best of me and dives deep into a mental Q…
Continue ReadingArugula and Apple Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
As of today, we have exactly 3 weeks till Christmas Eve! A fact I’m quite giddy to announce, since Christmas is only like my favorite holiday ever. What’s your favorite holiday? As if this month isn’t awesome enough already, we’re celebrating Hanukkah this year, too! Woot-woot! Two of the dudes I live with are Jewish,…
Continue ReadingDark Chocolate Salted Caramel Kahlua Fudge Brownies
“I’m selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can’t handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don’t deserve me at my best.” ― Marilyn Monroe Something about that quote always leaves me feeling empowered..and lucky. Empowered to…
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