Family
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2022 Summer Bucket List
Summer is Here!!! And it’s time for our Bucket List! The annual #RobertsFamilySummerBucketList is here and we are ready for it!! Years ago when these kids were tiny, we started this tradition of creating a bucket list of all the adventures we want to do around the St. Louis area during the summer. What started as a way to keep us all busy during the summer and a reason to explore more of the city and all that it has to offer, turned into an annual tradition that we all look forward to each year. I read a quote once that said, “We only get 18 summers with our kids. Might…
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Do What You Love…
I walked in on my kids doing what they love the other day… watching some ridiculous YouTube video of someone adding various types of glitter to slime. Meanwhile they have a room full of slime that they never touch! But as we laughed about that together, Avery mentioned how cool that job would be- to literally make videos of slime and put them on YouTube. A decade ago we would’ve rolled our eyes and moved on… but today it’s not so far fetched to make a killing making ridiculous YouTube videos – that one kid that opens birthday presents made millions last year. As parents we are “supposed” to say…
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Last 90 Days- End of 2020 Challenge!
Imagine this… What if we lived out the last 90 days of this year with the mindset we have at the beginning of the year… All of those January 1st things… “I’m going to make this year my best yet.”“I’m FINALLY going to get through that workout program.”“I’m going to drop those last 15 lbs.”“I’m not going to give up on myself.”“I’m going to accomplish ___________.”“I’m going to finish this year a stronger, happier, healthier person.” But what happens? Life gets in the way. I mean, I don’t want to bring it up, but this year has been a total doozy. We’re all exhausted. We’re all just trying to get…
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Healthier Air Fryer Donuts
You had me at “10 Minute Breakfast”! My kiddos will sleep in, lounge on the couch for an hour, and then IMMEDIATELY decide they are STARVING and need to eat RIGHT NOW!!! Quick, healthy breakfasts are totally our jam. However, they default to toaster waffles and would prefer pop-tarts or donuts where I’m more of a “made from scratch” sort of mom. Don’t get me wrong, we indulge every now and then, but if I can whip up a “healthier” version of a lot of things, I will. Donuts are one of our favs in this house too. The greasy, gooey, chocolatey smothered, deep-fried, treats don’t last too long here.…
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Hidden Veggie- No Boil Lasagna
That signature recipe. My mom always told me, “You need to have that one recipe. The one that you can serve for anyone, anytime, and it’s always a hit. Whether your priest is coming over for dinner, you’re taking a meal to a new mom friend, and you want to pass down to your kiddos and grand-kiddos.” I’m pretty sure this might be it. It’s only taken me years to “perfect” it, but after tonight’s dinner, I think it’s safe to say that it’s blog-worthy and something I should share with the world. What made my night tonight is that not only did my husband have seconds, but my children…
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The BEST Banana Bread Recipe
I vowed to use this time at home to bake more with the girls. Their most recent request was for a super gooey, chocolate chip filled banana bread. And where I’ve made good banana breads in the past I was determined to make THE recipe that would wow them and assure that not one crumb would go to waste. This. Is. It. Gooey. Buttery. Full of flavor. And better than any I’ve made before. We hope you enjoy this as much as we have! Let me know what you think! Ingredients: 3 mashed, ripe bananas 1/4 c wildflower honey3 eggs1 cup old fashioned oats4 tbsp butter, softened2 tbsp organic cane…
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It’s Not Just Anxiety, It’s Also Grief
I read an article yesterday that said “the discomfort you’re feeling is grief…” And as if a huge weight has been lifted off of my stressed out, anxious, feeling depressed and exhausted heart… That’s exactly what it is. My phone dinged bright and early Wednesday morning with a reminder that we should be boarding our flight to Punta Cana. I felt that feeling rising up again. Discomfort.Sadness.Anxiety. Grief. The article went on to state we’re the first generation who has feelings about our feelings. We mask our grief to protect others. Not to look guilty or selfish. And we brush it off. When in all reality, we should be allowed…
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Pesto Shrimp Zoodle Bowl
What’s my favorite kind of lunch? One that takes less than 10 minutes, is packed with flavor, and aligns with my fitness and nutrition goals too. This is one of my favorites. Quick. Healthy. Delicious. And minimal ingredients. The added bonus is that at least one of my kids will eat it too! Today’s lunch (and I made a double batch so tomorrow’s meal too) is one of my favorites for a combination of yummy flavors, is a great addition to any weekly meal prep, or can be a simple dinner for two as well. Zoodles make for a delicious alternative to a heavy carbohydrate pasta. Now, don’t get me…
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Empowering or Not, J. Lo & Shakira Brought the HEAT to Super Bowl LIV!
Ladies, come on now, we can do better. I missed the Super Bowl and halftime show last night with us traveling but here’s what I learned from my news feed… J.Lo wasn’t wearing enough clothes.They both looked “like strippers”.It was “horrible”.The whole performance was “degrading to women”.The singing “wasn’t that great”.It was too “over the top”.“I turned it off. Ridiculous.”I even read words like “trashy” and “gross”… ARE. YOU. FREAKING. KIDDING. ME????? Look at us, ladies. Here we are… with things like “lift each other up”. “Fix each others crowns”. “Empower one another”. “Build each other up not tear each other down.” But when a pair of women, who are…
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Easy Loaded Potato Veggie Soup (Kid Approved)
One of the best compliments I think I’ve ever received came from my ten year old after she took a bite… “Mom! This is delicious! You should open a restaurant and call it ‘Mommy’s Soup Kitchen’ and serve soups just like this!” She doesn’t know I secretly would love to open a little cafe with hearty and healthy soups, gourmet sandwiches, and all kinds of coffee and desserts. But that dream exhausts me to the core thinking about it. And I’m much more content whipping up delicious little family friendly recipes with a healthy twist in the comfort of my own kitchen, and sharing them with friends on my blog.…
