We're back..

And now there's three of us! Or four if the cat counts (Kev not pictured because someone needed to capture this sweetness). And we also changed the blog name, because Kevin will hopefully be posting on here, too.

We've had a heck of a journey over the last few months. As God continues to grow us and guide us, we hope to share some of that story with you. So stay tuned!

Adrienne

For Fun 02

Making: hand stitched embroidery hoops
Cooking: hard boiled eggs. I don't know if that's classified as cooking, but I just can't get enough
Drinking: all the sno cones I can get my hands on
Reading: blogs, always blogs
Wanting: to get my garden all cleaned up
Looking: at weekend get-away destinations for me and Kev
Playing: lots and lots of country tunes on YouTube
Wasting: time lounging in bed
Wishing: for more energy. Will I ever get it back?
Enjoying: alone time on my week off work
Waiting: on insurance companies to get back to me
Liking: all the fresh local peaches and nectarines on my table
Wondering: will baby be born with brown or blonde hair? or any hair?
Loving: spending time with girlfriends
Hoping: that Oklahoma doesn't reach any triple digit days anytime soon
Marveling: at the way God maps out our courses
Needing: pool time
Smelling: a lavender candle from my sweet sister-in-law
Wearing: leggings, leggings, leggings, and biker shorts
Following: lots of female farmers on Instagram. I hope I can join along side them one day
Noticing: my ever-growing midsection
Knowing: and accepting my limits
Thinking: how the next 8 weeks are going to fly by
Feeling: expectant, and not just for baby
Bookmarking: fall outfits. C'mere, skinny jeans
Opening: a box of cheddar Nut Thins (I promptly ate them in 20 minutes)
Giggling: looking through old pictures on my phone

The Livin's Easy

Well, shoot. I got a hankering to make a little post, so here I am.
It is officially summer. I am officially a quarter of a century old. This baby is officially occupying a majority of my abdominal region and just won't quit it.
Summer is a lot different as an adult. And by different, I obviously just mean no three month summer breaks from work. I remember when life was so hard as a kid, and now every year older I get, I realize life was just so sweet before high-school ended. Don't get me wrong, I love getting older and all the growth that comes with that. I wouldn't go back. But oh, to live without responsibility for just 1 more year...or even just like, 1 week would do.
This is my last childless summer, so I am savoring the time to (mostly) myself, enjoying the last couple months before my schedule will no long be wide open: blueberry picking*, yard work, day trips with dear friends, outdoor movies, solo pool time, impromptu outings with Kevin, going to Target by myself... You know, the finer things in life.
I hear children make things much more fun, getting to explore the world through their perspective. I know that comes with its share of trials, but we are trying to welcome it the best we can.

I'm confident every summer will just keep getting sweeter and sweeter from here on out.

*I cannot recommend Thunderbird Berry Farm enough. I have been twice this month for blueberries, and I plan to go back in July for their raspberries and blackberries. You just can't beat $ 3.00 a pound!

Well Hello!

Finally dusting off the pages of this 'ol blog for now. As you can tell, blogging is not my forte, but reading blogs is definitely a talent of mine.

Right before my last post in October, my oldest brother got married in Florida. I'm not sure why I haven't shared those photos, but maybe I'll get around to it one day. Our whole family minus our sister Down Under was all able to make the long trek down (and by long, I mean a nonstop 24 hours in a van with 7 people long). It was nothing short of a blast the entire time. I mean, our hotel was on.the.beach. It was beautiful. And it was so fun getting to celebrate that special day with Michael and family.

Favorite Foods from Pinterest

Another stunning Oklahoma sunset.

So, Pinterest. Some days it's a just a lazy way to pass time, other days I'll scour it to find DIY Christmas crafts, birthday gifts, or meals to make with the food I have on hand. There's a fine balance in there somewhere. I haven't found it yet.

Out of my 2,000 + pins, I have only attempted a handful. Some succeeded, others... not so much. These recipes below, though, have won a gold star from my taste buds. I think you'll enjoy them, too.

• Julia Child's Eggplant Pizzas - Okay, it took me three times to figure out how to properly cook the eggplant, but I was determined. It could have been that I was too hungry to wait for the cook-time. Third time's a charm, though. These babies are so yummy and a great alternative to pizza.
• Quinoa and Sweet Potato Chili - YOU GUYS. This chili is so good.  And incredibly filling. I love the texture of quinoa. It plays nicely with the black beans and sweet potatoes. I followed this recipe to a T, but I imagine it'd be good however you decided to season it.
• Taco Soup - Good 'ol taco soup. It was a big hit with Kevin, so I feel like that's a success in and of itself. This is perfect for those chilly days. It's extra yummy with tortilla chips sprinkled in, and the flavor is even better the next day.
• Avocado and Grilled Corn Salad with Cilantro Vinaigrette - I have saved the best for last. This is hands-down one of my most favorite things to eat. Mandy made this for a Pinterest party we had a while ago, and I was instantly in love. I cannot accurately describe just how good this is, so you must try it yourself.

What are some of your favorite Pinterest recipes? Or maybe crafts? I love a good DIY.

Happy Monday!