Let Why Lead has taken a bit slower of a pace for the last few months for one main, happy reason: We're expecting! Baby #3 will arrive in March. I'm feeling great now that I'm in the second trimester. I'm extremely lucky not to get much morning sickness, but I was pretty well wiped out for the …
Knowing a Child
It feels like I know them. I know which boy prefers soy milk to regular. I know at about what time my oldest will need help on the toilet. I know how many gogurts they can eat in a row and what time of day they're most likely to fight. You too, right? You know how much your little one loathes the …
Back Soon!
I'm off enjoying a visit from my parents, who live in Utah. Family is good for the soul! I hope you're soaking up your October. I think I'm convinced it is the best month of the year! …
Tips for Making Caramel Apples
I've made caramel apples quite a bit in the last few years, even hosted a caramel apple party or two. But my plan to bring you gorgeous photos and a foolproof, from-scratch recipe failed in a big way. First of all, do you know how long it takes to make caramel? I've only ever made caramel apples …
Roasted Brown Sugar Applesauce
"Apple Week" is turning into "Apple Two Weeks!" Such is my life right now, and that's okay. Hopefully you agree! I love homemade applesauce and am not afraid to make it taste more like a dessert than a healthy snack. (Thank you, brown sugar!) Roasting the apples in the oven adds extra depth to the …
Erica’s Guide to Apple Varieties
I used to be so clueless when picking apples at the grocery store, but over the years I've grown to know our tastes better and have become less hesitant to ask my produce guys about different varieties. Particularly if you shop occasionally at a fine foods grocery store, they'll be happy to tell you …
