As a youngster, my mom would buy butter braids from time to time and bake them for a special treat on Saturday or Sunday mornings. I have such fond memories of waking up to the sweet smell of apple and then getting to gobble down the braid with my brothers! When I found a recipe showing …
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Every Moment
Since becoming a mom, I’ve struggled to find a consistent time each day to spend with the Lord. Mornings had always been my favorite time of day to have quiet time, ensuring that any day that started with my Creator would keep my perspective clear and my attitude grateful. My days start off much differently …
Moments Mommy Captured: 2/24/2013
Welcome to a late night edition of Moments Mommy Captured! Better late than never, yeah? Here’s what happened with the Kuipers this week… This little smirk is becoming more frequent around our house…he can be pretty mischievous! We had a few lazy mornings in our pajamas recovering from his ear infection. Baylen is starting to …
Ordinary Attire & Comfy Boots
When it comes to clothes these days, I’m all about comfort. In my mind, comfy naturally translates to sweatpants, but I try my best to pull myself together a little bit more than that most days, even if it only lasts for a few hours. The problem is I’m starting to get a bit limited …
Bath Paint for Kids
Happy Thursday! I fully intended on having the twins’ nursery ready to reveal today, but as many of you mommies know, when there are household catastrophes like melted red crayons in your dryer and dishwasher, those clean-ups take preference. Here’s to hoping I’ll be able to get back to the nursery soon! In an effort …
Jump In the Moment
I love how the simplest outings have the ability to bring overwhelming joy. This morning Baylen and I went on a date to an indoor playground here in Woodbury called Lookout Ridge. I’ve been trying to plan special little things like this for the two of us to do, knowing that I won’t have as …
Creamy White Chicken Chili
While we were making our transition from Chicago to Minneapolis last Fall, Jake moved up here first and spent some time living with friends while Baylen and I stayed back, waiting for our house to sell in Illinois. Our friends were incredibly gracious to Jake and shared many meals with him. All it took was …
Supernatural Rest
As I near the finish line of this pregnancy, my body is craving rest. If you’ve been pregnant before you know that the third trimester doesn’t exactly lend itself to getting a good night’s sleep. The many treks to the bathroom, heartburn, leg cramps, and the fact that you can’t get comfortable when you’re in …
Moments Mommy Captured: 2/17/2013
Hello! Hello! A few highlights from our week… Crepes and coffee from Brix. An indoor picnic. Followed by climbing on the table. Keeping busy with activities like transferring post-its from the wall to the window. Baylen officially dropped his morning nap this week, meaning we get to hang out most of the day now, except …
DIY: Fabric Wall Flowers
Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re in a relationship or single today, you are SO DEEPLY LOVED! I’m spending my Valentine’s Day afternoon crafting up some love for the twins’ nursery! Believe it or not, they will be here in just 5 weeks, maybe even sooner! We are working on final touches for their room, and …