A few years back I developed anxiety. It raged day and night for weeks, then would disappear, only to reappear again a few weeks later. It was originally triggered by some health stuff that scared me, but then it continued without cause, even once that was resolved. **Anxiety is a real dick. Am I right?… Continue reading Irish Soda Bread
Category: snacks
Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies
So my mom finally wrote down her chocolate chip cookie recipe. If you remember, she's not great at measurements. She doesn't understand that baking is science. In fact, she scoffed when I told her. In her defense, the cookies always turn out perfect. I figured her baking skills are genetic, so my version of these… Continue reading Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies
Simple Homemade Granola
Guys. I have been so good at budgeting this month. Yes, I only it's only a few days in the month, but still. I went 3 days without spending any money at all. NONE. No fancy pillows, no donuts, no coffee, NOTHING. That streak was broken Saturday when I went to make dinner for a… Continue reading Simple Homemade Granola
Chicken Tacos and Vacation
I've been a little frazzled lately. Things in my life have been hectic, so I haven't been able to blog. I'm hoping in the coming weeks that will change. Part of the problem was that I went on a luxurious vacation in Arizona with one of my girlfriends. It was full of delicious food, yoga,… Continue reading Chicken Tacos and Vacation
Sugar Cookies and Christmastime
The Christmas season is usually one of my favorite times of the year. It's not too cold out yet, and there is usually a light layer of fluffy white snow, covering all the ugly, brown plants. I love the cozy nights indoors, drinking hot chocolate, and watching Elf. It's basically an introvert's dream - I'm pretty much… Continue reading Sugar Cookies and Christmastime