Right here’s a little bit of life recently!
Gatsby’s Homicide Thriller Celebration
The spotlight of this previous weekend was doing a homicide thriller occasion! Our buddy group loves a motive to dress up, and this was such an amazing occasion idea. We watched the film a number of weeks in the past to arrange.
Jay Gatsby Himself!
I hadn’t carried out a homicide thriller earlier than, however that is the one we did (after voting on the theme!) All the things within the package is deliberate out for you in order that even the hosts can take part. Because of Chava and Ivy for organizing! The decorations had 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 companion in crime.
We had such a enjoyable night time!
We began the occasion at 4:30 so it might finish at an affordable time and a few of us could possibly be on the soccer discipline by 9am the subsequent day.
Shoo Fly, Don’t Trouble Me!
We had one thing die within the partitions of our home final month. There was a nasty odor for a number of weeks, fortunately throughout a time once we may have the home windows open and air flowing out. (Final week it was again to freezing temps, so we had been fortunate once we had the odor we may 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 by way of 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 desirous about 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 instructed Mazen years in the past if he learn all seven books I’d guide a visit to Common that very same day. I learn the collection because it got here out and have but to go to Harry Potter World at Common. And there may be the brand new park opening this summer season, so I feel 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 publish.
Minecraft Film
I took the boys to see the Minecraft film final night time so Thomas may watch The Masters in peace and quiet. (We had been so blissful for the winner of the Masters!) The boys and I all liked the film. It was very properly carried out!
Milk & Honey
I had the possibility to go to the brand new Milk & Honey at Barrack’s Street for a VIP blissful hour.
My plus one for the night time was Hillary in celebration of her birthday!
We bought to style an array of cocktails, together with this Biscoff cookie butter espresso martini! They’ve an $8 blissful hour on weekdays.
The menu is Southern-inspired with shrimp and girts, rooster 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 observe Survivor with Ellen!
I procured Hillary’s birthday cake whereas it was nonetheless accessible from Cake Bloom. The Persian Love has raspberry-rose Chantilly cream, almond-cardamom cake, topped with crushed pistachios and rose petals. So good!! Solely accessible round Valentine’s Day, I feel. 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 gather 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 exams! You may see the merchandise I’m making an attempt right here with a $10 off code hooked up.
Fowl’s Eye View
Only a small be aware on how obsessed I’m with my new Grand Highlander! There are new options I’m discovering every single day, however this parking digital camera is so cool. How on earth does it file this chook’s eye view that makes backing right into a parking area 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 liked the convenience and consistency realizing I’m getting a lot goodness within the AM. You may see our on a regular basis recipe on this publish.
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 like eggs! Plus fig unfold, cheddar, and arugula.
Botanical
Their crispy cauliflower is likely one of the finest meals on the town!
Dinners
Cherished this Blue Apron Harissa Beef Pitas with Tzatziki, Feta & Mint.
“Take out” from Entire Meals – rotisserie rooster, mac and cheese, and a do-it-yourself 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 blissful hour.
Associates night time at Brazos + Cheese dip! Cherished the spicy shrimp taco (a primary for me).
I’ve per week of labor journey developing proper after Easter that I’m enthusiastic about. Heading to Austin, TX for a one night time keep, too!
