Dramatic post title, huh. Even though I’ve already technically started work, it has all been fluff stuff, like HR paperwork, physical eval, etc. So this weekend was my last REAL weekend as a stay-at-home mom. It’s sad. I am trying not to think about what I’m missing while I’m away. But I do like that I can re-discover myself again outside of my mom role. I wouldn’t go back to nursing if I didn’t love it. Anyway, Friday was a pretty boring day. I dragged P to Sac with me because I had an appointment… Read more >
Elise
June 25, 2013
almonds, Daiya, eggs, fish, goat cheese, justin's nutbutter, Kombucha, Mary's Gone Crackers, naan, nooch, pizza dough, potatoes, salmon, Starbucks, strawberrieswork meals
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I know everyone loves summer produce, so why bother write a love letter to strawberries? We all love berries and melon and corn right? Right. Another present from my neighbor. I’m going to make ginger lemonade with the juicer. My own garden is doing pretty well too! Left to right: lime tree, spinach, tomato, parsley & basil. And then there’s the other greens… Kale and chard (in mega need of thinning out). I had my first salad with them last week. This delightful lunch time salad had home-grown kale and chard topped… Read more >
Elise
June 24, 2013
big salad, cauliflower, eggs, figs, goat cheese, granola, kale, Mary's Gone Crackers, nutmilk, nuts, peaches, potatoes, quinoa, strawberries, udi'srecipe
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Another fun one. Saturdays and Sundays are my faves because I get to spend them with both my boys. Friday evening Kyle BBQ-ed some shrimp and corn and I made a salad. I marinated 2 pounds of shrimp in Garlic Gold red wine vinaigrette. It contains garlic infused olive oil and red wine and Italian seasonings. No garlic, so it’s totally FODMAPs friendly. And the shrimp were freakin’ delish. We got way too much. Clearly. But that means easy lunch leftovers. Before is above, after is below. Yeah, I bought cooked shrimp again. I’m a… Read more >
Elise
June 17, 2013
almonds, avocado, big salad, chocolate, eggs, fish, ghirardelli, goat cheese, granola, Mary's Gone Crackers, nasoya, nutbutter, nuts, p.b. and j, peaches, potatoes, quinoa, shrimp, Starbucks, tortilla wrap, trader joe's, udi's, veggie burgerrecipe, restaurant review
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My sister finally got to meet her nephew!!! Even though I knew she was coming home, I couldn’t tell anyone because it was a surprise for her best friend’s bachelorette party. My immediate family knew, but I didn’t even want to tell any of my friends, for fear facebook postings would give her away. The whole thing went off without a hitch and my sister’s bestie was totally shocked when she showed up in Napa. And bonus for me, I got to see her for the first time in over a year! What a ladies… Read more >
Elise
June 11, 2013
almonds, avocado, banana, chia seeds, Daiya, fish, goat cheese, hemp, Mary's Gone Crackers, mexican food, nutbutter, nutmilk, nuts, oatmeal, peanut butter, udi's
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When my hands are tied up and time is of the essence, I’ve been relying pretty heavily on two things. Theme number one: snack plates Veggies, meatless meatballs, Stubb’s BBQ sauce, Mary’s Gone twigs, sweet potatoes, daiya cheese, GF tortillas… This was a meatless meatball round (WF / 365 brand is bomb). I go through phases with faux proteins. Beyond Meat strips are a fave. So are hard boiled eggs. But sometimes I just stick to nuts instead of a “meat” snack item. These little plates are ideal for munching while P is not napping… Read more >
Elise
June 5, 2013
bbq, beyond meat, chia seeds, coconut, Daiya, eggs, granola, Mary's Gone Crackers, nutbutter, nuts, oatmeal, peanut butter, udi's
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