Friday Things #543 1. This boy is eight today… EIGHT! Dominic greets each new day with a huge smile and enthusiasm; he has since he was a toddler and it’s such a joy to witness. He continues to be a ball of boundless energy, has loved learning hockey and baseball this year, loves Transformers and Justice League, building […] READ: Friday Things #543 ..read more

Follower Favorites: September 2024 At the end of each month, I love to take a peek at which items were most popular during that month. I love to share things I’m loving every month (toys and games my kids enjoy, and items we use frequently around the house), as well as seasonal gift guides throughout the year when the holidays approach. (Check out […] READ: Follower Favorites: September 2024 ..read more

Buckeye Brownies These buckeye brownies taste like the always-popular buckeye candies but ratcheted up a notch. A chewy brownie base is topped with a layer of creamy peanut butter fudge and then finished with a peanut butter-chocolate ganache. They will be a forever favorite! Of all the peanut butter desserts that exist, buckeyes have been one of my all-time favorites since […] READ: Buckeye Brownies ..read more

What I’m Loving Right Now: September 2024 It’s time for monthly favorites! Here is everything we’ve used and loved lately… Food Built Bars – I am still loving the chocolate chip cookie dough chunk puff Built bars for an easy snack or quick breakfast. They just came out with a new puff bar flavor – Salted Caramel – it is AH-MAZING!!! Highly, highly […] READ: What I’m Loving Right Now: September 2024 ..read more

The Weekend Dish: 9/28/2024 Happy Saturday to you! If you have been in the path of Hurricane Helene, I am thinking of you and hope you are safe! We’ll be having a low key couple of days here; Joseph is still recovering from his tonsillectomy. Hoping he turns a corner this weekend and starts feeling much better! Wishing you […] READ: The Weekend Dish: 9/28/2024 ..read more

Friday Things #542 1. Dominic and Isabelle had orthodontist consults earlier this week; Dominic is on the “let’s wait and watch and see” plan. Isabelle, meanwhile, needs the works, sweet girl. She’ll be getting an expander next month and once it’s in for a couple of months, she will get a top set of braces like Joseph had […] READ: Friday Things #542 ..read more

The Weekend Dish: 9/21/2024 Happy happy Saturday to you! I hope you had a fabulous week and are enjoying a peaceful couple of days. With Joseph’s tonsils and adenoids having been removed on Wednesday, we’ve pretty much just been on medicine duty here and trying to keep him comfortable. Have a wonderful weekend! On Brown Eyed Baker This Week […] READ: The Weekend Dish: 9/21/2024 ..read more

Friday Things #541 1. Joseph had his tonsils and adenoids removed on Wednesday (and he also got new glasses!)… the procedure went smoothly, no issues. He is very, very uncomfortable, but handling everything okay. We’re staying on top of the med schedule and making sure he stays hydrated and has cold liquids. So very proud of him! 2. […] READ: Friday Things #541 ..read more

The Weekend Dish: 9/14/2024 Happy Saturday! The weather is warm and beautiful here, and while I’m yearning for some cooler days, 82 degrees in mid-September definitely feels more pleasant than 82 in the middle of July. I hope you enjoy a couple of wonderful days this weekend! On Brown Eyed Baker This Week The BEST Rice Krispie Treats – This […] READ: The Weekend Dish: 9/14/2024 ..read more

Friday Things #540 1. Thank you all for offering up prayers, good thoughts, and well wishes for Dominic’s scans last week. I’m thrilled to share that the scans were clear, and he has now been officially cancer-free for one year. We feel so blessed and grateful that he can continue on living his best kid life. 2. And […] READ: Friday Things #540 ..read more