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  • I tried! Happy Easter to you and yours! We RELAXED all day and it was glorious!💗🐇 . Earlier today I realized this is our last holiday in our house. Moments like this are bittersweet. We love having so much within walking distance and friends in the neighborhood for the kiddos. Now we need to gear up for new friends and memories! First up will be Gabby's bday in June!🎉
  • It's always easy to turn to mimosas for brunch, but this Sangarita is a favorite for us. White sangria mixed with a refreshing grapefruit margarita. Perfection! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ 2 cups Moscato of choice- white or pink 1/2 cup tequila 1/4 cup triple sec 1/2 cup Grapefruit Juice 1 grapefruit , thinly sliced 1 lime , thinly sliced 1/2 cup Fresca Garnish: salt and sugar rim , lime wedge 🥂 #DashOfEvans #yumo #bhgfood #buzzfeast #cookathome #homemadegoodness #grandrapidsblogger #michiganblogger #todayfood #todayfoodclub #eeeeeats #brunch #tequila #cocktailtime #athomebartender
  • Since it's #BlackMaternalHealthWeek , I thought I would share my story for Gabriella. I cannot believe she will be 8 in June! . When we moved to Michigan, I quickly picked an OB. My options were limited and I figured "what can go wrong?!" . Big mistake. During the pregnancy, I saw a rotation of 4-5 doctors, all who rushed me through my appointments. . June 20th, 2011, I woke up knowing I was in labor. As women, we know our bodies. I quickly lined up family to watch the twins and went into the doctor's office. . Guess what? They were ALL taking a lunch break. 😳At this point, contractions were starting and I knew I needed to get to the hospital. I tested positive for Group B Strep and knew I needed to get those meds before everything escalated. . At the hospital, they checked me and TOLD ME, I wasn't in labor. To walk around for 1 hour to see if things get moving. . My water broke during that walk. I was TOLD no, you're overreacting. . I was sent home with a prescription for Ambien. Yes, a sleep medication 1 day over my due date. While I was in labor. I was smart enough to never fill that. . My doctor was still MIA. . I didn't find my voice to say "this isn't right!". The way they made me feel was small. Stupid. Young. (I was 27!!) Plus they didn't see a wedding ring on my finger. . In our apartment, I started going into active labor. My dr kept telling me not to come to the hospital. At 6:15, I finally found my voice. . 7:01, we screeched into the ER. Ricky threw the keys to our van to someone and they rushed me up to the labor & delivery. I legit was scared to get out of the van...I knew I only had minutes left. . I was asked "why didn't you get your group B meds?" "Why didn't you come in?" Gabby was born at 7:11. . I keep that prescription in a safe place on my desk. It reminds me of why it's important for me to use my voice. A lot of things could have gone wrong that day...I was fortunate. . Not all women are. #IBelieveBlackWomen
  • This Overnight Breakfast casserole is quickly becoming my most popular recipe! Why is it different? The crunchy English muffins! Make this for Easter morning🐇🐰 ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Ingredients 6 English Muffins , halved and cut into cubes 16 oz roll of Breakfast Sausage , original or spicy 12 large eggs 2 cups Colby Jack cheese 1/2 cup red or green pepper , diced •1/2 cup onion , chopped •1/4 cup butter , melted •2 cups milk •Salt , to taste •1/2 teaspoon pepper •1/2 teaspoon ground mustard Optional: parsley to top Instructions Spray a 9x13 pan with cooking spray. Sprinkle in English muffins and drizzle with melted butter. Set aside. In a pan, brown sausage. Drain grease. Sprinkle sausage over English muffins in pan. Add peppers and onion. Sprinkle with cheese. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, ground mustard, salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture over casserole. Cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, preheat oven to 350º. Bake until golden brown, 55-60 minutes. A knife should come out clean from center. #DashOfEvans #yumo #bhgfood #buzzfeast #cookathome #homemadegoodness #grandrapidsblogger #michiganblogger #todayfood #todayfoodclub #eeeeeats
  • Here in West Michigan, there's been rumors for years, but it's FINALLY HAPPENING: @buddyspizzadet in Grand Rapids! Opening today, you'll find your favorite #DetroitStylePizza, plus the Antipasto Salad (😍😍) and other drool-worthy items. We love the chicken tenders, too! . Happy Hour runs from 2-6pm and did you know Buddy's has their own brews? Made by @griffinclaw, they offer a wheat and IPA, plus other favorites. . Do you like Detroit Style pizza? What's your go-to Buddy's pizza? We are all for the Detroiter...look at Liam gobbling it up! . #GrandRapids #DetroitPizza #westmichigan #grandrapidsblogger #BuddysPizzaGR
  • Now reading: One Day in December by Josie Silver. Have you read this? Anything I should add to my library list? . #GetLit #DashReads #bookstagram #BookWorm #OneDayInDecember