{the wedding} part one

N + K

05.22.17

We have wedding pictures!!!! I can hardly wait to get them framed!

I also can't wait to do a few blog posts to document their special day!

photo credit: Alicia Danae Thomas Photography

the sweet couple at the rehearsal <3

Swain Memorial United Methodist Church

Kayla wanted the church simple, mostly greenery and baby's breath with white ribbon, 

but wanted her bouquet to include pink peonies, which turned out beautifully.

Her rings are stunning! And I love the black band that Nathan chose.

Blush Heels <3

THE DRESS <3 <3 <3

Her dress was gorgeous and so classy. The perfect choice!

Blush for the Bridesmaids

memorial candles for grandfathers

It's wedding time!!! <3

Grilled Chicken Caprese Salad

~Grilled Chicken Caprese Salad~

SALAD:

2-3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts -marinate, grill, slice

1 avocado - slice

grape tomatoes - cut in half

fresh mozzarella balls 

romaine lettuce -cut in small pieces

fresh basil -chopped

DRESSING/MARINADE:

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

2 T olive oil

1-2 T brown sugar (sweeten to taste-I used 2T)

1 tsp. minced garlic

1 tsp. dried basil

1 tsp. salt

Whisk together marinade/dressing. Pour 4 T. over chicken (in gallon ziploc bag)

and refrigerate until ready to grill. Store remaining dressing for drizzling on salad later. 

Grill chicken, then slice. 

Assemble salad: a bed of romaine, sliced avocado, tomatoes, mozzarella, grilled chicken.

Drizzle with dressing, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.

Love, Love, this super easy-very delicious summer salad!

YUMMMMMM!!!!!!

Martha & Marley Spoon: Steak & Potatoes

Streak & Potatoes w/ Green Bean Vinaigrette

This was the last of three meals from my Martha & Marley Spoon shipment and I saved the best for last!!! While the Shrimp Tortilla Soup and the Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad were yummy, this one topped them both!! The steak was simply prepared, just a little salt and pepper, but it was very tasty and melted in your mouth. The twist on classic potato salad was delicious as well, just a simple vinaigrette added to the potatoes and green beans. 

I think the thing that amazes me most about these meals is how so much flavor can come from such few ingredients! Who would think such an amazing meal could come from 2 potatoes, a little whole grain mustard, some white wine vinegar, a shallot, and a few green beans??? And the steaks.....they were delicious....and only salt and pepper as the seasoning.

RECIPE {HERE}

Again, I can't say enough about these boxed meals. If you love good food and don't mind doing a little cooking, I recommend giving them a try! I have tried several, and this one is one of my favorites! 

Take advantage of a $50 discount...$25 off your first (2) shipments ($36.50 for 6 meals!!), then pause for as many weeks as you want or cancel at any time. Can't beat that! :O)

It's Peppa Pig!!!!

This little girls LOVES Peppa!!!! She loves her stuffed Peppa (and her little brother George), she loves to watch Peppa, one of her first words was Peppa, she even has her own Peppa bathroom....

so what do you do if you actually got the chance to see the real, live Peppa Pig????

You drive to the Delaware State Fair on the hottest day in July and meet Peppa!!!!

I'll let the pictures tell how it went.....

blowing kisses.....

They ended up getting in line 3 times....Kamry was sooooo excited!!!

Lindsey said it was super hottttt but worth every drop of sweat to see this sweet girl's reaction to meeting her favorite pig!!! What a great memory!!! <3 <3 <3

Martha & Marley Spoon: Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Meal #2 from my latest subscription meal box Martha & Marley Spoon  was delicious! But then again, how can you go wrong with a Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad? My first meal, Shrimp Tortilla Soup didn't disappoint, so I was anxious to try another meal from the box. GCSS is often my go-to meal at a restaurant so I knew I'd love this, the only way it could have been any better is if I had cooked the chicken on the grill.

INGREDIENTS:

romaine hearts

dijon mustard

lemons

sherry vinegar

garlic

ciabatta roll

parmesan cheese

boneless, skinless chicken breast

RECIPE {HERE} 

YUM!!!!

11 weeks to go!

11 weeks to go.....this was as far as I got on my countdown chalkboard last time!

It's still scary thinking back to Kamry's early arrival and the whirlwind months that followed.

Praying that Rowen is content to stay in mommy's tummy until it's time!! <3

{july day book}

Friday

07.21.17

{outside my window}

sunny & HOTTTTTT

Today it hit the mid-90's with a heat index of 103!!! 

Even with the heat, I have actually LOVED summer this year!!! 

I work pretty much every day, but thanks to my new housekeeper, Tina, and adding hostessing to my work schedule while Peter is gone, my job has been wayyy more fun and I've been happier at work this summer!

When you work in the tourist business, summertime is just work, work, work, and no time to enjoy all the fun things summer has to offer. I'm trying to learn to make more time for fun, friends, and family every chance I get. I also don't love this heat, but I haven't even minded that as much this year (although a/c is my best friend!!!). We really enjoy our Summer Bucket List! At least we fit in a few fun things!

Here's a look outside my window at work while making beds in one of the guest rooms....

Logan sent pics from his work view yesterday (from the GULF)..nothing but water any way you look....these views will take your breath away!!!!

{current status}

feeling grateful....

{ootd}

my usual summer go-to....capris & a tee

{in the kitchen}

Trying out Martha & Marley Spoon subscription meal box this week. I made the Shrimp Tortilla Soup on Wednesday and the Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad today. YUMMMM!! 

Latest recipe/review coming up!

{what's on tv}

nothing!!!!

Coming SEPTEMBER 26th.....SEASON 2 of THIS IS US!!!!

{favorite quote of the week}

#thisisus

{from the Pinterest board}

I would love to make one of these DIY growth charts for both of the grandbabies!!

{one of my favorite things}

a crab melt from Four Brothers!!!! yummmm

{july}

7/04 - Happy 4th!!! **

7/12 - crew change [go back]

7/17 - Lindsey's Birthday!!

4 days - 7/26 - crew change [home] :O)

{august}

14 days - 8/05 - Kayla graduates :O)

17 days - 8/08 - crew change [go back]

19 days - 8/10 - Nathan & Kayla move back!!!!!!

20 days - 8/11 & 8/12 - Homecoming!

32 days - 8/23 - crew change [home]

{september}

43 days - 9/03 - Logan's Birthday!!

44 days - 9/04 - Labor Day

45 days - 9/05 - Back to School

45 days - 9/05 - crew change [go back]

 60 days - 9/20 - crew change [home]

62 days - 9/22 - 1st day of FALL 

68 days - 9/28 - BABY!?!?!?!? :O) :O) 

70 days - 9/30 - last night at bed & breakfast!!! :O)