Chicken Florentine… Two Ways

Like many families, there are several meals that were frequently made and constantly requested by all of us growing up. Amongst those, is chicken florentine. Just hearing the name itself brings enough nostalgia for me to smell and taste it as if it were plated right in front of me.  Even if this is a…

Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes are hands down my favorite Thanksgiving side dish! I've been making them dairy free for a few years now and have finally written down the measurements I use to still make them creamy and rich. Now, if you are allergic to dairy I would not suggest using ghee but instead a vegan butter…

Beach Vacation Workouts

If you're like me, vacations are a prime opportunity for exercise. There is free time and it helps kick off the day of eating and cocktails that usually lies ahead! Recently we vacationed in the Outer Banks with my extended family, like we do every few years. A tradition we've held since we were little…

Crab Cakes

{Jessica} I have been making these crab cakes for a while, but I have been hesitant to write up a post on the recipe. The main reason for that is I enjoy the flavor of them and love being able to whip up my own crab cakes, but I have not been able to get…

Mothering Without A Mother

A letter to my pregnant sister. {Jackie}  We lost our mother exactly 9 years ago today, July 24, 2009.  A date, a moment, an emotion, that will forever be etched into my memory.  She was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in December of the year prior while both Jessie and I were in college. My dad,…

Taking a Social Media Break

{Jackie} 8 things I’ve learned from giving up social media for a week. This past Sunday I heard a message in church that really spoke to me. It’s been weighing on my heart for a bit but while sitting there listening to our pastor speak, I really felt the nudge to take a break from…

Peach Crisp

{Jessica} *Warning: I'm terrible at this whole taking pictures while baking or cooking thing. I'm so sorry for the complete lack of photography through out this but I will try to verbally describe each step as best possible.* The summer usually calls for multiple parties, cook outs, or impromptu family dinners. The influence of food…

Buffalo Chicken Burgers

(Jackie)  When I first posted these Buffalo Chicken Burgers to my Instagram stories, I received quite a few responses asking for the recipe. So I am so happy to share these with you! I haven't always loved spicy food.  I used to claim it took away from me tasting the actual food.  But soon after…

Charlotte Farmers Market

{Jessica} I am not sure what it is about a good farmers market, but they make me so happy. As silly as it sounds, the open air, all the fresh produce around, and people who are proud of their products, a good farmers market is one of those places I leave feeling refreshed. Our favorite…

Rep Workout for All Levels

{Jackie} We are all at different points in our workout journey. Some strap on their sneakers everyday; others may only have a small window, a few days a week in which they can break a sweat; and many whom desire to start a consistent workout schedule, don’t know where to even begin. My hope is…