You know I have a thing for quotes, but what I haven't mentioned is that some of my favorites quotes are about writing. I recently discovered a few new quotes to love, through a lovely Etsy shop called Sparrow Nest Script that sells small, beautiful, hand-lettered journals. "A word after a word …
It’s a Girl!
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 …
