The day has finally wound down and its 10:30 pm. I’m sitting in bed, watching Knox’s little chest move up and down as he snores lightly in his sleep. I have been meaning to sit down and write my next post for weeks now and I’m thankful for a 30 minute nap today that has given me this tiny burst of evening energy.
Time moves a bit differently these days. Not so much “slow” because the days seem to fly by, but slow as in we take things a tad slower. The little things are appreciated a bit more like Knox’s little gurgles or a 20 minute run outside I got to take with Harvey, our energetic goldendoodle. If I can feed myself and Knox, take a shower and get a few things done around the house I feel accomplished. I don’t have daily “To Do” lists but weekly ones now….and that’s ok because Knox deserves all my attention at the moment.
“Just a splash of vinegar, now add a bit of oil…but can you stand to the side so I can see how much you pour in?!”. This is how cooking has been going lately. I begin the process then most of the time I can’t finish because Knox needs me, so I have to dictate to my husband how to finish making our dinner! Its actually quite entertaining and I bet if anyone were to peak inside our window between 630 and 7 pm they would get a good laugh.
CAN’T “BEET” IT
I love beets, especially golden beets: the sweet yet earthy flavour that is only apparent in these little golden beauties. This is the perfect post-partum recipe because not only am I getting iron-rich beets, beet greens and lentils, but the vitamin-C-packed blood oranges aid in the absorption of iron! Lentils also pack a protein punch and the oil in the gremolata is the perfect amount of healthy fat to keep you full longer. This would be a great salad for anyone, but especially beneficial during pregnancy, right after birth, and during breastfeeding.
Can you blame me for wanting to watch him all day instead of blogging?! Its so funny, but even though he is right beside me, I miss him! Thank goodness for this quick and easy make-ahead salad to get me through the week!
tina jeffers - Congratulations on the new arrival! Lovely post and beautiful photos as always. I can’t wait to try it!