British Columbia Visit

Brandon and I got back from our "foodie" British Columbia trip last night.  We spent 8 nights in wonderful Vancouver and Whistler.  Brandon had been working on this surprise trip for some time.  His work schedule is CRAZY and VERY unpredictable right now with travel to and from Japan.  He took the plunge and booked the tickets before anyone at work could tell him otherwise.  I have such an AMAZING husband, and I feel so blessed to have spent such a wonderful time with him all to myself.  I am going to post pictures as a day-by-day post.  This is just a warning now that the posts will be picture heavy (in regards to food).  I know I might be a bit nerdy, but I just couldn't resist taking pictures of all the wonderful food!!!

Matching Aprons

Grandma Haight made us matching aprons!  Adi and I are ready to bake!!!

BC here we come!

I am very excited to say that Brandon surprised me with 4 star foodie vacation for 8 nights in Vancouver and Whistler, British Columbia.  Our meal itinerary is looking very tasty.  I have to say I am probably the most excited about eating at Lumiere.  I am a big fan of Daniel Boulud and have always wanted to eat at one of his restaurants!  Expect pictures soon.

Happy Labor Day

It was a GREAT long weekend with Aunt Kiki visiting. It was a pretty relaxing weekend, and we were able to do some fun things I have been looking forward to. We went to a small town, New Harmony, that was quaint and full of charm. Bran and I will definitely be going back to stay for the evening and enjoy some tasty food. We shopped, baked, and enjoyed the beautiful weather. THANKS so much for visiting Aunt Kiki!!!

Like my jewlery?

"Oh no, Fisher Price does not make stackable rings. They make beautiful bracelets for me to strut my stuff in." She has been wearing everything she can get around her wrists and head as bracelets and necklaces. My favorite is when she sports Cooper's harness as a necklace (I'll have to catch a picture of that one).

Super Carrot Cookies

I am determined to get Adi to eat more veggies, so what better way then to put them in a cookie! I made these this morning, and there are a lot of ingredients. They are pretty good. I am thinking of putting some green apples in here next time!

Super Carrot Cookies

1/3 cup canola oil

2/3 cup light brown sugar

1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoons baking soda

1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 egg

2 Tablespoons maple syrup

1 cup grated carrots

1/2 cup pecans, chopped and toasted

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips

1 cup white whole wheat flour

1 1/2 cups rolled oats

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the oil, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, vanilla, and egg, mixing until smooth. Add syrup. Stir in the carrots, cranberries, chocolate chips, pecans, flour, mixing gently until well combined. Add the oats last, making sure they are thoroughly distributed throughout the bowl.

Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough into prepared sheets, leaving about 1 1/2-inches between them. Bake the cookies until they're just barely set on top - about 12 to 15 minutes.

Adapted from King Arthur Flour

Looks like a cookie

Smells like a cookie













I think there is something healthy in here???













Soooo good!!

















Sweet and happy little customer!

Break from the heat

It has been RIDICULOUSLY hot and humid here. We haven't been able to go outside at all. Especially with Adi being so sensitive to getting diaper rash. I ran to just a few places on Friday, and I think from getting Adi in and out of the hot car - we had diaper rash by the evening. Today was a little big cooler so I pulled her water table into the shade and I let her loose. By the time we were finished she was grassy, muddy, and ready for a nap! :)
(By the way - she has a bow on because I am sick of people caller her a boy! She has one little sweet curl on the back of her head - aka: rat tail as dad has dubbed it. She was called a boy twice at the store today. It is even when she has dresses on - HELLO PEOPLE)




Too much SOBE - I'm water logged (jk - she only drinks water)