Joe and I happened to come in to sheep farming and I use the term “Farming” loosely. We bought this property about six years ago and bought these sheep off of craigslist in 2015. That is right, we bought this flock of sheep off of craigslist. Hindsight not the smartest move but three out of…
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Slow Cooked Short Ribs with Buttery Mushroom Sauce
I remember the first time I found Half Baked Harvests blog. I was brand new to cooking and I was going to have some friends over for dinner and The Holland Farmers Market posted one of her recipes for a peach and polenta stacks. This was probably 8 or so years ago and I didn’t…
Ladies and Gentleman Introducing Otto!
Ladies and gentleman, introducing Otto! Sometimes I just look at Otto and can’t believe that we get to be a family of three. Life before him just seems so fuzzy to me and it makes me laugh at how fast a child can integrate themselves into your life. Otto is moving into a new classroom…
Sweet Jalapeno Cheese Ball Appetizer
If a party has appetizers you know I’m there. It’s my favorite section of the menu and it’s my favorite thing to make a meal of. For dinner on Christmas we have all appetizers at my in-laws after the gifts are opened and while I’m normally a hot dish kind of gal I thought I…
My Favorite West Michigan Brunches
It is my personal mission to get all of you to come and visit us in the great lake state of Michigan. Growing up I did not realize what amazing resources we have in our beautiful state. I thought Michigan was so boring and couldn’t wait to venture out to some place exciting like New…
Style Guide: Boyfriend Blazer
I think that this caldwell boyfriend blazer from madewell might be the hero of my fall and winter wardrobe. I have worn in at least ten different ways and I keep on thinking of more and more. (ps I’ve been saving them on my pinterest board) One of my Instagram friends sent me this idea…