I spent last weekend at my parents’ house because Kyle is out of town and I figured it would be more fun to have company while watching the 49ers game (sad outcome).
Think he likes the pets?? If his first word isn’t ball, it will probably be dog. It’s hard to say which he’s more obsessed with.
This is the only meal I photographed over the weekend. I could eat roasted vegetables for every meal always. P doesn’t like Brussels sprouts, but I’m not too bummed because it means more for me. He can grow to like them later in life, like the rest of the world.
My mom and I took the dogs on a “hike” (they chased ground squirrels and ran around off leash like psychos).
P is getting too heavy for the bjorn. I wish I’d just splurged on the ergo in the beginning. Oh well.
This is a devious look.
Oh, now I see what you were eyeing.
Now that he can pull himself up to standing with ease, he’s always a split second from cracking his head open. It may sound weird, but I try to let him fall on his own (in a calculated safe way) as much as possible so he learns how to save himself. He has to figure it out sooner or later, so it may as well be sooner. That said, I have very few (good) photos of him standing because I’m afraid to use the camera while it’s happening for fear I don’t catch him if/when he tumbles in a dangerous way.
My sister put him to sleep in the BOB. He hasn’t napped while walking in forever!! I guess after 45 minutes of our sisterly chatting he’d had enough. :P
Capers! They disgust Kyle, so I made a point to eat all the things he hates while he’s gone this week. Zucchini and eggplant here I come!
But seriously, this salad dressing is so fantastic.
And doesn’t my lunch bowl look just like the recipe photo?? I added avocado because, duh, it’s avocado. More is always better.
Sleepy P. [I was not driving when I took this]
On a walk through the ‘hood.
How many times until he slams his fingers?
Now you see it, now you don’t. All in a night’s work. 🙂
P.S. Good for the taste buds, bad for the gut. Meh. What can ya do?
Early morning jog with mama.
Rewarded with eggs, potatoes, and blueberries. We almost had matching breakfasts, but he’s not down with potatoes (sweet or white). Eggs and blueberries are definitely his jam though. He almost eats as much as I do!
I felt fancy in my apron. It’s basically a pretty hand rag. The ones in the kitchen get so wet from all my handwashing that they don’t even serve their purpose of drying. Hence the apron. I got it at my bridal shower and have used it only a handful of times, but now that I see how well it works I’m going to be wearing it way more. Bonus: food splattering is a non issue.
Whatchu lookin’ at?
We have overhead spy pics now thanks to the wall mounted baby cam.
Puppy feet.
Spiralized zoodles with sunshine sauce and sunflower seeds. I nixed the garlic (fodmaps) and used tamari instead of coconut aminos. I also added a touch of sweetener because it was kinda tangy in a one dimensional way. Otherwise it was awesome and I used the whole batch on my zucchini fried in coconut oil. The sauce is meant to be more than one serving, but I used a spoon to slurp up the extra as if it were broth.
P loves touching plants and leaves and flowers.
He took one with us.
Another batch of pumpkin coconut flour muffins! This time I doubled the recipe, but kept the amount of maple syrup the same and used molasses for the second portion of sweetener (still tasted plenty sweet to me!). No blueberries this time since we ran out. Still very tasty.
FaceTime with dada.
Steamy eggs in the wee early morn.
The faces! So silly.
He loves his auntie.
Art project! First crayon exposure for P. Pretty sure he’s the next Van Gogh.
Kyle gets back from Abu Dhabi/Dubai tomorrow (he won’t see this post because he’s already on the flight), hence the camel.
I’d like this outfit in an adult size, thanks.
He is too cute! It’s so nice that your family is close by, and they can see him all the time!
So…you eat meat now?
Is that artic zero ice cream? I love it, but I get the same gut after effect the next day….definitely no fun. I only let myself have one every few weeks or I’d be miserable all the time! Do you think it’s the whey protein in it, or all the gums and thickeners?
Get the ergo! You can use it for years to come!
Look for sales, I saw a couple on clearance at target for $55 (my sister in law got one at a charity shop for only 50 cents, barely used)
I think it is good to let P fall and experience natural consequences, I let my LO have the freedom to fall under supervision and he is very careful and self-assured now 🙂
Have you ever read chocolatecoveredkatie.com? Lots of different recipes w substitutions for all food allergies, when I gave up dairy & soy while breastfeeding my son, that blog was so helpful!
Make your own vegan ice cream in the food processor w frozen bananas plus coconut oil or nut butter! It even keeps in the freezer 🙂
I had the same feeling after a big ol bowlful of SD coconut milk chocolate ice cream today. Sore throat = ice cream = deliciousness = not so happy gut later. If I could stick to the recommended serving size it might help though 😉 But for once in a blue moon, you know?
P is looking so big! It must be nice to be closer to your family now!
Such a cutie pie! Hunter LOVES balls and dogs too. If he’s ever in a bad mood, I just bring the dogs in, and he’s instantly smiling and laughing. Works like a charm!
I recommend getting the ergo too. My 15 month old still doesn’t mind being in it. He likes it when I put it on my hip and he “helps” me cook! It’s great because my husband travels a lot for work too and he’s clingy when I’m trying to get dinner ready.
You have a reader in Dubai! Hope the flight wasn’t too bad for your husband, it’s a long trek to get here.
One of my fav blogs yet!! So many pics – loved every second of it. 🙂
Are you not working anymore? I feel like you haven’t mentioned working in forever. Maybe I missed that announcement? Either way, it’s great. I’m just curious, since I loved to see your work eats!
Your son is super cute!
Dont want to be mean,but I think airplanes do have wifi these days…
Is that chicken in the bowl? How has it been introducing meat into your diet? Do you pack meat in your work meals too? I would love more posts about balancing work and baby, along with becoming a meat eater!
Hi Elise, I have enjoyed your blog for the past four years and although I am a 46 year old mom to a 22 yr. old and a 19 yr. old, you bring back so many great memories for me of when mine were as small as P. You are doing a fabulous job of raising your beautiful little man and most importantly, you are present with him and enjoying every second! Great job! Being a mom is the best gift, isn’t it? 🙂
Get an Ergo! I used mine with my first until 18 months and then again with my second. And if you don’t have a second, you can sell back… I love mine.
I’ve been following your blog for several years and love your down to earth, super delicious recipes for gals on the go. I’m a violinist/ Pilates Instructor/ Runner/ Professional Ballet dancer that loves to eat colorfully and healthfully living in Nashville, TN. My twin sister and I (who is also a Pilates Instructor/ ballet dancer, go figure) are mostly gluten-free and sugar-free and are always looking for inspiration. Thanks for your awesome blog!
Man this kid. The bundled up foto of him is Kyle. Then the faces photo is you. I sigh every time I think about the distance between us. I love you tons and would’ve spent the whole week with you and P if I could!
P is sooo cute with the animals!! Growing up we had a begal dog who was always howling at nothing and getting into trouble. My sister’s first words were “bad dog!!” Haha! She was bossy from the start….
I shed a tear for the 49ers too.
🙂 true, but he wouldnt use it to read my blog…he rarely reads it here in the us with unlimited internet access.
so cool!!!!! 🙂
he had a great time in your neck of the woods!
i think ill post on that soon actually.
its been weird and not weird…i feel like a culinary student as i learn how to cook it and prepare it, which is fun. im trying to make the best of it.
yes!
and thank you for such a kind and amazing comment 🙂