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Books, and current happenings


Books and current happenings 

I recently checked out a few recipe books from the library.
Since we have had a lot of time at home, I figured we should try some new recipes.
I hope that I'm able to make a few of these recipes soon. 



Clean Eating For Every Season.
Alicia Tyler

This book is packed with delicious hearty meals, drink recipes, desserts,  and much more!
Each section is labeled by season. There is a section on organizing a clean kitchen and pantry.  She gives you steps on how to organize your kitchen for success. Also included is a section on organizing your fridge.  I started organizing a little more since I have more time, and it is summer break. 





Hungry Girl- Clean and hungry obsessed!
Lisa Lillien

This book is an all-natural recipe book that includes some amazing recipes!
I checked this book out because I was looking for a variety of recipes that used more of a natural approach. Also, the recipes are under a certain calorie count. (So if you're watching your diet, it could be useful.). This recipe book includes quick recipes, soups, desserts, dinner, breakfast, and much more.  Each page has a breakdown of calories for each dish, time for prep, cooking time, and of course, the ingredients list. 



The Dude Diet
Serena Wolf

I picked this book up for my husband. It is filled with some amazing recipes. Just to name a few recipes, Italian herb meatballs with spicy marinara,  skirt steak, avocado quesadillas, and fiesta BBQ chicken nachos. 

Are you reading any new books? 
If so, I'd love to hear about it. 


Current happenings


- Our days have been spent inside. - The weather has officially heated up. It isn't as hot as it was when I lived in Arizona, but I still prefer to stay cool inside.  These days, we all gather around the pool just to cool off. 


-My garden is doing well. Flowers continue to bloom, and my vegetables are growing.  Sadly, I only have one carrot that made it. - I'm excited to pull it, but I'll wait a little longer. 

-In the evening, we sit out and enjoy the cooler weather. I love these simple moments together with my family. - I look forward to sitting out once it cools off.


-Our AC unit broke - So now we're in the market for a new one. It has been a few days of running fans and keeping windows open in the evening.  


- My husband is still home! Haha, I mean, I love that he is home with us, but since COVID-19, he has been home with us for 3 months. He just got a call that he will return to work this month. One week on, one week off.  We will miss him when he returns to work, but I'm sure he is ready for our routine to return to normal.


- I really could use some wine. I just thought I'd add this to my current happenings. - Haha
I normally enjoy my morning cup of coffee, but I think I could use a glass of wine when I'm sitting out and enjoying the cool weather.



- My husband has been working on the backyard. So far, he has made stone steps, a raised garden, and a secret spot for me to enjoy my morning coffee.  He is currently working on building a pergola over our outdoor kitchen. - I'm excited to see how it all ends up. 


We have been enjoying our days at home.
Keeping busy and just enjoying our time together. 
How is life treating you? Do you have any new projects that you're working on?
Could you use some wine? - Serious question! Haha
Thanks so much for reading! 
I hope that you all have a lovely day.

❤

Stephanie

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  1. Katie FrazierJuly 11, 2020 at 12:56 PM

    Love hearing the current happenings! Girl, my son is going to grandmas tonight, and I may enjoy some wine. 😁👍

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    1. StephanieJuly 11, 2020 at 10:38 PM

      Katie, oooh girl enjoy that wine! I will have to get some wine maybe tomorrow. Thanks for reading my current happenings.

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  2. Hannah BowersJuly 13, 2020 at 6:51 AM

    Yes, always a yes to wine! Haha my carrots did terrible too, I had 3 actually make it. I’m not sure what happened either. I love the “current happenings” concept you have! Makes it feel like we’re having a little conversation.

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    1. StephanieJuly 13, 2020 at 10:07 AM

      Hannah, thank you.-Yes, always a yes to wine!- haha. I'm actually worried when I go to pull my carrot that it will look deformed. Not sure what to expect! And thank you, I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed my current happenings. :)

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