Hailey @ 6 Months Old

Half a year down for our little one.  This just gets more fun as each month goes by, even with a sick baby.  All we’ve been doing is exchanging random illnesses since February.  I think Mom and Dad have had … Continue reading

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The Family Fang

The Family Fang was a bookclub pick that I surprisingly enjoyed.  It offers a new perspective on art and is so outlandish that I was thoroughly entertained.

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Hailey @ 5 Months Old

Five months down.  Here’s the latest on Hay-Bug: It is so fun to think about all of Hailey’s mundane firsts and superlatives: the coldest day she’s ever experienced, her first fire drill, her first time getting kicked out of a … Continue reading

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Double Cross

I read James Patterson’s Double Cross since I have this obsession with crime/serial killer books.  But I’ve gotta say, I would much rather read something with a little more flair in the writing.  Any recommendations on good crime reads?  I … Continue reading

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Hailey @ 4 Months Old

We are just loving this baby more and more each day.  She is still the same happy, laid-back little girl.  She is looking older and feeling bigger to us.  She is rolling front to back and back to front here … Continue reading

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Hailey’s Baptism

Thank you to our families and to Hailey’s Godparents for making Hailey’s baptism weekend a joyful celebration!  Hailey was an angel for the ceremony in her baptismal gown sewn by Grandma.  The the fountain contained a splash of water from … Continue reading

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Baby Giraffe

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All worn out from folding laundry.

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Hailey, helping Dad fold some laundry.

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The Litigators

Just finished listening to The Litigators by John Grisham.  I enjoyed a classic John Grisham read.  The main character was a really likeable guy, and sometimes it is just fun to read about nice characters.

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Christmas Eve 2012

Hailey’s first Christmas Eve started out with a Hart family tradition – last minute shopping.  Hailey and Daddy spent the day at the malls, picking out a few more gifts. Later that night, we went to the Christmas Eve service … Continue reading

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Happy Kratomas!

Kratomas: It’s like Christmas, but celebrated with the Kratohwil’s a couple of days early.  And Kratomas is a crazy fun time.  Grandma Ce Ce and Gramps spoiled Hailey for her first Christmas, Dan prepared an awesome meal, and fun was … Continue reading

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Poblano Chicken

4 to 5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup flour (for dredging) 4 or 5 poblano chiles (Anaheim chiles may be substituted) 1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch square pieces 6 ounces heavy cream (or half-and-half) 1 cup shredded Monterey … Continue reading

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Chicken Marsala

This is by far one of my favorite recipies! 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour for coating1/2 tsp Salt1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper2 large Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breasts, halved, (or 4 normal sized breasts) pounded 1/4 inch thick4 Tbsp Butter, dividedExtra Virgin … Continue reading

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Cilantro Lime Chicken Stir Fry

3 half breasts of chicken 1 bunch cilantro (about 1/2 cup) 2 jalapenos, sliced 3 garlic cloves green bell pepper 1 large red onion coarse sea salt lime juice soy sauce diced carrots (like you would put on a salad) … Continue reading

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Monroeville Steak Seasoning

My take on Montreal Steak Seasoning 2 Tablespoons coarse salt (kosher or sea) 1 Tablespoon paprika 4 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (or cayenne pepper) 4 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper (coarse) 2 teaspoons ground coriander 2 teaspoons dehydrated onion … Continue reading

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Lemon Chicken Scaloppini

Chicken 2 1/2 pounds chicken breast (pounded thin) 2 ounces olive oil 8 ounces sliced mushrooms 2 lemons (halved) 4 ounces heavy whipping cream 4 artichokes 4 teaspoons parsley 12 ounces lemon sauce 20 ounces angel hair pasta 8 tablespoons … Continue reading

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Pork Medallions with Cherry Sauce

1 lbs pork tenderloin, sliced into 1/2-inch thick medallions 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoons olive oil 1/4 cup chopped shallots 1 cup chicken broth 2-1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 4oz  cherry flavored Craisins 1/4 … Continue reading

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Hailey @ 3 Months Old

Happy three months to Hailey! Things don’t seem entirely different than they did a month ago with the exception that I have gone back to work. More on that in another post, if I ever get to it. We have … Continue reading

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B Dubs with the girls

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