Friday Things
1. This sweet pea is going to be 13 months old on Monday; she’s looking so much older lately! And her hair is growing like crazy, so I finally rocked some pigtails in her hair :)
2. My inlaws got the boys big wheels for when they go over to their house; Dominic is still a little small for it, but they both LOVE THEM!
3. I’ve finally managed to shed three babies’ worth of baby weight, so I went to the mall (solo!) after dropping Joseph off at school earlier this week to get a few new things and after an hour and a half was reminded that I actually hate shopping lol. Gah, online shopping forever and ever, amen. Hauling tons of stuff into a dressing room, trying everything on… it’s EXHAUSTING. I never liked it when I was younger (my mom could never believe it), and I think I probably like it even less now, ha!
4. Are you watching the Kentucky Derby this weekend? I love the pomp and circumstance, but ahhhhh I always get so nervous for the horses :(
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5. Love this >> Let Your Kids Get Dirty
6. Sunday is Cinco de Mayo! Are you celebrating with Mexican food and margaritas? If you’re looking for menu ideas, check out my 18 Recipes to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo. (p.s. the margarita cupcakes are legendary!)
7. Interesting article on how things are shifting on Instagram. If you’re on Instagram, what types of content do you connect with the most?
8. Question: What’s your all-time favorite recipe on BEB??
9. Ahhhhh Game of Thrones on Sunday was insane. I usually multitask while we watch TV in the evening, folding laundry, working, catching up on email, etc. HOWEVER… I literally could not do a single other thing once the battle scene started. I was totally riveted and couldn’t focus on anything else.
10. TGIF! I hope you have a cozy weekend!
Your chocolate pb cookies!!
Love to see everyone growing and doing well. I am sad that you don’t like shopping, online is fine but think about all the people who are losing jobs and malls closing because of online shopping. Malls pay taxes and employ a variety of people, people who maintain the building and grass, the food courts etc. Amazon does not pay its fair share of taxes and gets so many tax breaks and concessions. Sorry, to be political but I just worry about losing those jobs for people who need them and the experience of shopping. Wishing you and your beautiful family all the best, have a great Mother’s Day!
Linda
My husband and I are obsessed with your Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, except we hold the chips and instead top it with your Homemade Magic Shell (little bit of chocolate on top for him, lots for me!). Favorite summer treat!
Hmmm, Irish Car Bomb cupcakes (although I know you had to change this to a more PC name – I can’t remember it) are probably my favorite BEB recipe (and my book club’s favorite too!). Margarita cupcakes are another favorite. Anyone else see a trend?
Favorite recipe(s)
THE BEST MEAT SAUCE. EVER It’s now the ONLY recipe I use to make a meat sauce.
CHEESY BAKED TORTELLINI With the store bought tortellini it’s like making a reconstructed lasagna!
Your children are adorable. I’m guessing your oldest son looks like his dad. Your middle son and daughter look like you.
Thank you for all the nice stories and recipes you share.
I look at your photos and it brings back memories of when my girls were that age.
You are right it does go super fast, so hang on as long as you can!
My favorite BEB recipe? Have to list a few! Fontina Bacon Wrapped Dates; Homemade Bailey’s Irish Cream; Pecan Pie Bars; and my most recent fave Garlic Herb and Parmesan Roasted Potatoes.
My two favorites are the cheesy corn casserole and the oreo balls!
Isabel is such a doll! She’s really growing into herself and I love the weekly pictures. The boys are just too cute on their wheels….lol about Dominic ….he will grow into it. I too hate to shop and I usually come home empty handed and depressed as all get out because of lack of choices I want. No plans for Cinco – might go out to eat but don’t know yet. Have a great weekend!
I love so many of your recipes, but your hot corn dip has become a family favorite, and I’ve shared the recipe countless times!
Michelle my favorite BEB recipe is your snicker doodle bars! Hands down my goto recipe!
Xo
Dawn
All your recipes are great—can’t pick a favorite. Love the pigtails and the photos of your adorable family.
I love your website including your family stories & pictures, your product recommendations, and your delicious recipes.
I love a couple of your recipes that have not been mentioned:
My go-to appetizer from your website is the spinach artichoke dip. Recently I have been making the Dark Chocolate Chip (Chunks) & Walnut Banana Bread. Love that recipe and I like to keep a loaf of that bread in the freezer for last minute occasions. Although I haven’t made them for a while, I loved the chocolate chip cookie bars. Finally I always use your recent recipe for meatloaf – very tasty. The recipe is similar to what I’ve used but I never used soda cracker crumbs and I think that made a difference.
I love shopping in stores and do a little too much if that!
I love your Friday posts and catching up with your family!
My favorite BEB recipes are the Mashed Potatoes and the Chocolate Crinkle Sprinkle Cookies. Also very fond of the Pepperoni Bites (making them for a potluck at work next week) and the Antipasto Squares ☺️
Have a great weekend!