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August 20, 2020

Instant Pot Saffron Risotto

Risotto isn’t really something I make at home. I mean, I’ve made it but it’s not a regular thing. Mostly because I have no time to stand around a pot of risotto, stirring constantly for 30+ minutes.

Do you know how easily distracted I am??

I also don’t make it because Cooper has no interest, so standing over a pot for 30 minutes reaaaaaaally doesn’t seem worth it, you know? I spied this Instant Pot Saffron Risotto from Dinner in an Instant by Melissa Clark and was curious because I happened to have all of the ingredients. 

I’m trying to add some things to the mix to

SHAKE

THINGS

UP

in the food department.  Cooking so much for my family during quarantine has taken a toll! 

It tastes like the risotto I used to order as a kid when my Dad took us out to our local Italian restaurant.

It’s creamy. It’s light. It has so much flavor, WOW!  Casey and I enjoyed some together for lunch during the week.

If only my Italian grandma was around to see this miracle.  I’m sure she would have served it with Osso Bucco. 

I think it would be good companion to my chicken piccata, lemon garlic shrimp,   or baked chicken parmesan.

Welcome to the rotation, Instant Pot Saffron Risotto. I can’t wait to make different flavors combos with your base!

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August 17, 2020

Intentions for the Week

Looking to get your head in the game? Tracy from Shutterbean makes a weekly TO DO LIST called her Intentions for the Week. Here's what this week looks like:

 

Intentions for the Week – Week 34 of 2020

Happy Monday, friends!

The weekend flew by real fast. We had time with friends, it rained, I got lost doing artwork this weekend while trying to stay cool. 

It’s hot and muggy here in the Bay Area.

There’s electricity in the air. Lightning and thunderstorms. 90F+ degrees. It’s very confusing. What is happening to California?! 

This is our last week before school starts up again. Hopefully, we can find something fun/adventurous to do as a last hoorah. We’ll see what the weather has in store for us…

This week, I am hopping back on my food journaling. It’s been a few weeks. It’s the best way I have to check in with myself. The best part is that it’s always there waiting for me when I need it.  There are more in the shop!  Get one here! 

OK. Time to write down our Intentions for the Week. Here we go!

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August 16, 2020

My Everyday Life Week 33

Here’s what this past week looked like- My Everyday Life Week 33

Stayed up late to watch the meteor shower with Casey on our deck. It was fun being huddled up together on a blanket watching shooting stars. 

We counted 8 until we called it quits. 

Putting together a reiki chart to follow. 

Blue is my favorite color these days.

Painting session with Neiley on my deck.

My favorite color combo/ a page from my sketchbook.

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August 14, 2020

I LOVE LISTS

I LOVE LISTS 

  1. Cats defying gravity & physics.
  2. Don’t ask/don’t get
  3. Animals practice social distancing too.
  4. What type of fairy would you be? I’m a fairy of the gardens.
  5. Perspective shift: what prisoners think of our world when they are let out
  6. I always wanted leg warmers when I was a kid.
  7. 1960s men’s fashion. So dapper!
  8. I want a big bold closet!
  9. This pen is my jam right now.
  10. I didn’t know that you could freeze tomatoes.
  11. What you need to know if you’re homeschooling this school year.
  12. The irresistible charm of miniature dollhouse food. 
  13. Ballpoint pen portraits always blow my mind.
  14. I can’t imagine what it’s gonna be like to go to the movies again.
  15. Another reason I’m glad I didn’t get into TikTok.
  16. I should do this to a wall in my office.
  17. Homeschool during pandemic weighs heavily on mother’s shoulders.
  18. Edward Gorey designed covers for some classic books.
  19. Cute tops:  one / two / three  / four
  20. You should make simple drop biscuits this weekend! 

If you need to start next week off right, download my Intentions for the Week Printable!

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August 10, 2020

Intentions for the Week

Looking to get your head in the game? Tracy from Shutterbean makes a weekly TO DO LIST called her Intentions for the Week. Here's what this week looks like:

 

Intentions for the Week- Week 33 of 2020

Happy Monday, friends!

We are on the 33rd week of 2020. Crazy, right? This weekend went by fast. We hung at home like we’re supposed to. I took a virtual Reiki workshop and had an art date outside with my friend Neiley. It was definitely a good recharge and energy clearing weekend.  We are in the last few weeks of summer here. Cooper is still functioning without summer camp & school. Hopefully, we will have some free time to do something fun (during this pandemic) before he goes back to school. It’s Sunday night as I type this. Let’s get down our Intentions for the Week!

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August 9, 2020

My Everyday Life Week 32

Here’s what this past week looked like- My Everyday Life Week 32

Energy shifts this week!  This week didn’t feel like every other week THANK GOD.

Spent some time at my brother’s pool in Los Angeles…social distancing.

We had quite a feast of pizza!

Our grandparents taught us to play Rummikub when we were little and we still play it as a family!

Too bad my brother and sister in law don’t follow the rules!  ;P

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August 7, 2020

I LOVE LISTS

I LOVE LISTS

  1. Famous sayings that don’t mean what you think they mean.
  2. People are still recreating Art during quarantine.
  3. Another way someone has been inspired during quarantine.
  4. One day I will have a colorful mural wall. 
  5. Things we did as kids.
  6. Molly made the most amazing dollhouse.
  7. How to have a pizza party right now.
  8. Wishlist:  corduroy dress, flower blanket, crocheted kimono
  9. #6 is my mantra except I spell cleaning correctly.
  10. What movie/TV show have you rediscovered during quarantine? 
  11. How to treat yourself when you can’t go anywhere.
  12. Campsites around SF.
  13. I want a wine window.
  14. Need something to do? Organize your cords.
  15. I am learning how to save seeds this summer.
  16. Home interior photos from the 60s + 70s
  17. Goal- have a backyard hut like Roald Dahl.
  18. Time to look for a vintage tv set!
  19. My mom would always get chocolate chip ice cream when we went here.
  20. How safe is your school’s reopening plan?
  21. Weekend Reading: How to Break Up with Your Phone

If you need to start next week off right, download my Intentions for the Week Printable!

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