Emerson loves helping her Gaga in the kitchen! We made blueberry and bran muffins last weekend while we were in Spirit Lake. She’s especially talented at stirring the batter and arranging the muffin cups (REarranging the muffin cups)....
Hugs for Dad
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Night Glow
This weekend Lake Red Rock is hosting their second annual Balloon Fest, so of course we had to check it out tonight. We watched in amazement as each balloon was laid flat on the ground, pumped with hot air and sprung to life! What a vibrant way to spend a beautiful Saturday night! Hopefully next year we can stay later in the evening to see them in the sky!...
Hide-and-Shriek
Emerson and Abigail were so thoughtful to provide 4th of July entertainment yesterday! The adults enjoyed watching their little game of Hide-and-Shriek as much if not more than they enjoyed playing it. Emme will never be satisfied with hiding alone in the curtains again after having such a blast with Abby! Thanks for spending the holiday with us, Smiths!...
Fantastic Father’s Day
My amazing kitchen assistant and I whipped up some waffles for Father’s Day brunch last Sunday. I was feeling under the weather but luckily Emerson was able to help me measure ingredients and stir the batter — they couldn’t have been more delicious (recipe below)! We spent most of the hot day inside napping and relaxing… if only every day were a holiday! Check out the sweet mug E painted for Nic at daycare! Wonderful Waffle Batter 2 c flour 1 tbsp sugar 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 c powdered buttermilk 2 eggs 1/4 tsp vanilla 1/2 c sour cream 1/4 c vegetable oil 1-1/4 c seltzer...