Something about Friday posts just leave me just wanting to randomly chat about life, so that’s what I’m going to do. Why fight the urge, right? It’s Friday, I don’t have much fight left in me at this point of the week! So to add a little structure, let’s go with what’s been happening lately…
Lately I’ve been eating… A lot of great meals, but this brown sugar and bourbon salmon over this one pot kale and quinoa pilaf might be the best of late.
I even used the leftovers the next morning because putting an egg on anything turns it into my kind of breakfast.
Lately I’ve been exercising… not enough. I really need to organize my weeks to fit in a few more intense workouts just to get the blood flowing. In the meantime though, I’ve really been enjoying videos from Yoga by Candace. I’ve been doing a 15-20 minute one each day (still in the evenings sometime with David too!) and it’s giving me the itch to do more.
(obviously a flashback pic… but has anyone seen my yoga mat? I mean, really, how does one lose a yoga mat?!)
Lately I’ve been impressed with… some of the really cute crafts Hailey brings home from school. I particularly liked this Thanksgiving plate one. Adorable, right?!
Lately I’ve been wearing… this draped cardigan from stitchfix (<- affiliate link). Sure it may swallow me up a little bit, but it’s amazingly comfortable and cozy. I’m fighting the urge to throw it on over everything.
Lately I’ve been wondering… if I can actually run (/walk/wog) a 5k. Girls on the Run has their end of season 5k coming up on December 13 at 9:15am. Local friends, it’s at Catawaba College in Salisbury and is open to EVERYONE. I volunteered at the race a couple years ago and it is totally inspiring to see all the young girls and their families out there. However, the race is open to ANYONE, so I’m considering signing up and going with my double stroller. Hmm… anyone else doing this race?
Lately I’ve been laughing at… Hailey. The things that come out of her mouth are pure gold. I don’t even mind the incessant WHY questions, the hallmark of the third year of life, but some plain stump me. I mean, how am I supposed to respond to questions like…
Mom, what do ghosts eat?
Mom, why are pumpkins pumpkins?
Mom, why? (Why what Hailey?) No mom, WHY? (Why what?!)
Lately I’ve been giddy about… the holiday season. We will be seeing a lot of family soon, followed by the arrival of Christmas music, getting our tree and that warm, snuggly feeling of, well, Christmas time. I’m forcing myself to say no to more things so I can keep a slow pace through the season. I really want to soak up all its glory and remember tiny tidbits like how Hailey looks for reindeer every time we drive by the woods.
What about you?
What’s been up in your world lately?
What do you love most about this time of year?
Lindsey @ Simply Lindsey says
That salmon looks sooo good! I pinned the recipe to try soon!
During this time of year, I love the anticipation of everything about the holidays! I can’t wait to eat the food, drive around looking at Christmas lights, and doing our family traditions. 🙂
Brynn says
Lately I’ve been working on getting back into a workout routine as well. It’s tough with the kiddos but a little planning always helps!
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says
I need to try that one pot kale + quinoa! The less dishes, the better 🙂
And I love that cardigan! I’m all for drape-y sweaters these days 🙂
Amy says
Do the 5k – the excitement and momentum of the event make it super easy to run/walk. Our local event was last week and I had a fun time. Plus, you have two future girls on the run!
Amy says
Do the 5k – the excitement and momentum of the event make it super easy to run/walk. Our local event was last week and I had a fun time. Plus, you have two future girls on the run!
Joanna @Makingmine says
I just started prenatal yoga, and I’m loving it. I haven’t done much yoga in my life, but I love that I get some time to focus on my body and my growing baby!
Just looking at your yoga photo makes me more relaxed haha
Erica { EricaDHouse.com } says
Lol, what do ghosts eat is an EXCELLENT question!
Kate says
I thought the same thing! She’s a smart one!
Marnie @ SuperSmartMama says
I love the lighter Friday posts that are just about whatever is randomly going on in our lives. Your salmon dish looks delish. And I love the cardigan/wrap from StitchFix. It doesn’t swallow you up at all.
Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says
I love that she looks for reindeer when you go by the woods! That is so cute!
And I love 3 year old questions. I feel like I still ask those sorts of questions, 21 years later.
Heather says
Kids are so funny – I love watching the way their minds work and listening to the funny things they come up with.
My favorite part about this time of year is all of the good food and gatherings and I love decorating for Christmas – the lights are my absolute favorite part of this time of year.
Jen says
Lately I’ve been…trying to stay focused and work when my baby is sleeping! We started nap training this week (my child does not nap unless she’s in the car or bounced to sleep on me, well, until this week, anyway) and I actually have some chunks of free time, so I’m doing my best to stay focused!
I have to check out the link for the yoga, I, too, have really been craving more yoga time. I’ve been doing some sun salutations in the morning, but I’d like to do more, and more often!
Monica says
I really love your sweater! It is so beautiful and looks really cozy.
I can’t wait for the “why” stage! Okay, I can, because time already is flying by, but it is one of the stages that I’m excited about.
I’m getting so giddy about all the holidays coming up! Seeing it all through new eyes now that I have a daughter, and she’s getting to the age to really enjoy things more, it is all so exciting and shiny!
Kelli H (Made in Sonoma) says
What kids say cracks me up. You should make a long list of the things she says in a note on your phone or somewhere and do a whole blog posts of What Hailey Says.
Parita @ myinnershakti says
H’s questions made me LOL! What a fun age! And I honestly can’t wait until the end of December. My company is giving all of its employees 12 days off between Christmas and New Years!!
Laura @FitMamaLove says
What a sweet picture of Hailey! I love putting an egg on top of leftovers–works with just about everything. 🙂 Happy Friday!
Katie says
I love that sweater! My mom’s recipe for salmon is 1/2 maple syrup (the good stuff) and 1/2 soy sauce. Its super delicious. I highly recommend it!
Brittany Greer says
Love that last pic of Haley! And those questions…too sweet. Life lately for me has mostly been run-work-home to make dinner and sit on the couch-bed-repeat. I’m doing my first half marathon on Dec. 13th on Kiawah. Getting so excited for that, then it’s time for a Christmas cruise with Greg’s family!
Kimberly @ Healthy Strides says
I promise I didn’t laugh when I read what ghosts eat because entertaining the questions of a toddler can only be so amusing. Why? Because I don’t have all the answers.
Sarah says
Lately I’ve been eating all the baked goods. I know this is a bad sign of what’s to come once Christmas cookies are everywhere!
Julie says
LOVE that sweater!! Yes, you should def do the 5k. Even if you ended up walking some of it, so what? I bet Hailey would get a kick out of watching all the young girls running, too.
Lauren @ Fun, Fit, and Fabulous! says
That kale and quinoa salad is making me hungry. I too have a new oversided cardigan that I just want to wear with EVERYTHING. It’s just so cute and comfy, I can’t resist! I love yours!
Matt says
That breakfast looks #awesome.
christina says
omg hailey is wearing boots. i love it.