Right here’s a little bit of life currently!
Gatsby’s Homicide Thriller Get together
The spotlight of this previous weekend was doing a homicide thriller celebration! Our pal group loves a motive to dress up, and this was such an amazing celebration idea. We watched the film just a few weeks in the past to organize.
Jay Gatsby Himself!
I hadn’t executed a homicide thriller earlier than, however that is the one we did (after voting on the theme!) All the pieces within the equipment is deliberate out for you in order that even the hosts can take part. Due to Chava and Ivy for organizing! The decorations have been good.
My character was a singer / dancer, and I choreographed a particular efficiency on the Cat’s Meow for the night time. Sean was my efficiency accomplice in crime.
We had such a enjoyable night time!
We began the celebration at 4:30 so it might finish at an inexpensive time and a few of us could possibly be on the soccer area by 9am the following day.
Shoo Fly, Don’t Hassle Me!
We had one thing die within the partitions of our home final month. There was a foul odor for just a few weeks, fortunately throughout a time after we might have the home windows open and air flowing out. (Final week it was again to freezing temps, so we have been fortunate after we had the odor we might air the home out!) We nonetheless don’t know what it was, in all probability a mouse.
The odor is now all gone, however there are BLACK FLIES hatching on a regular basis from someplace on this home! Disgusting and annoying. I’ve in all probability killed or launched through open window not less than 100 of them!
Harry Potter World
In different information, as shortly because the flies appeared, my boys have gotten into Harry Potter! I’ve been ready years for this as a result of Mazen has by no means been all that fascinated by studying the books – till now. Birch is watching the primary film on repeat whereas we’re concurrently studying it to him aloud within the evenings. Mazen is studying it, too.
I informed Mazen years in the past if he learn all seven books I’d e book a visit to Common that very same day. I learn the sequence because it got here out and have but to go to Harry Potter World at Common. And there’s the brand new park opening this summer season, so I believe a visit is in our future!
Additionally new to us: a enjoyable routine / chore chart for Birch! I’m planning to share it and write extra in an upcoming put up.
Minecraft Film
I took the boys to see the Minecraft film final night time so Thomas might watch The Masters in peace and quiet. (We have been so joyful for the winner of the Masters!) The boys and I all cherished the film. It was very nicely executed!
Milk & Honey
I had the prospect to go to the brand new Milk & Honey at Barrack’s Highway for a VIP joyful hour.
My plus one for the night time was Hillary in celebration of her birthday!
We received to style an array of cocktails, together with this Biscoff cookie butter espresso martini! They’ve an $8 joyful hour on weekdays.
The menu is Southern-inspired with shrimp and girts, hen and Biscoff waffles, crispy Brussels, and fluffy biscuits! It’s an amazing spot earlier than an occasion at JPJ, whereas purchasing at Barracks, or for a household dinner.
After Milk & Honey, we went again to my home to look at Survivor with Ellen!
I procured Hillary’s birthday cake whereas it was nonetheless obtainable from Cake Bloom. The Persian Love has raspberry-rose Chantilly cream, almond-cardamom cake, topped with crushed pistachios and rose petals. So good!! Solely obtainable round Valentine’s Day, I believe. We had it with pink blush cider from Albemarle Ciderworks that Ellen introduced!
Sleep Research
I’ve began monitoring my sleep with my Apple Watch and it’s been fascinating. I’m going to share some stats after I acquire extra knowledge, however the nights I’m testing are pure, alcohol consumed, alcohol + CBD, or solely CBD/THC. I’m utilizing the Inexperienced Compass sleep jellies and Unwind jellies in my checks! You may see the merchandise I’m attempting right here with a $10 off code connected.
Hen’s Eye View
Only a small word on how obsessed I’m with my new Grand Highlander! There are new options I’m discovering day-after-day, however this parking digicam is so cool. How on earth does it document this fowl’s eye view that makes backing right into a parking house really easy!?
Kath Eats Actual Meals
I begin virtually each weekday with a inexperienced smoothie that Thomas makes for the 2 of us. Spinach, AG1, vanilla protein, peanut butter. I’ve cherished the convenience and consistency figuring out I’m getting a lot goodness within the AM. You may see our on a regular basis recipe on this put up.
Lunches
Sardine sampler!
I like my sardine salad with chips or crackers. I’ve been making it with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese and just a bit little bit of mayo.
Scrambled Egg Sando
I’m not the largest fan of deli meat, however I really like eggs! Plus fig unfold, cheddar, and arugula.
Botanical
Their crispy cauliflower is among the finest meals on the town!
Dinners
Liked this Blue Apron Harissa Beef Pitas with Tzatziki, Feta & Mint.
“Take out” from Entire Meals – rotisserie hen, mac and cheese, and a selfmade salad.
Blue Apron Spicy Panko & Pistachio-Crusted Cod with Roasted Tomato Farro & Asparagus
CHEESE!
My favourite meals. This cheese from Entire Meals is my all time fave for joyful hour.
Buddies night time at Brazos + Cheese dip! Liked the spicy shrimp taco (a primary for me).
I’ve per week of labor journey arising proper after Easter that I’m enthusiastic about. Heading to Austin, TX for a one night time keep, too!