First things first, check out the newest design feature on the blog!
Now, after my most current blog post (which will be displayed in its entirety), you will be able to see previews of the five most recent posts I published.
I know that with my three-times-a-day blogging schedule, it’s really easy to miss posts and not even realize it, so I’m hoping this little preview system will help you catch up on posts that may have slipped through the cracks.
I owe the biggest thanks in the world to Savvy Julie for setting this feature up on my blog. It took her like 2.5 seconds to do because she’s a computer wiz and basically rocks at life. If you’re in the market for some blog assistance, I highly recommend her services.
Play Time
I have a feeling that evening play time with Sadie in our backyard will become a staple. This dog loves to sprint her little heart out, and with three acres of running space right outside, Sadie has more than enough room to run!
The ball in the above picture has officially been banned from inside our house. Sadie brought it inside after our afternoon fetch session and dropped it on the clean carpet and it left quite a mark. I will now be buying carpet cleaner ASAP and Sadie will no longer be carrying the Chuck-It ball around indoors.
Check out Sadie’s spit wad in the above picture. Nearly every picture I snapped of her outside had a string of doggy drool in it…
That one is a loogie in motion!
Weee!
I think it’s safe to say that none of these pictures will make it into a frame.
Dinner
Dinner tonight was super simple. In fact, it cooked itself while play time was goin’ on out back.
I chopped up a head of cauliflower to make roasted curried cauliflower which I served alongside salmon seasoned with McCormick lemon herb seasoning.
(If you’re intimidated by cooking salmon, don’t be! Check out this post: How to Cook Salmon. It’s easy peasy!)
Dinner was enjoyed with a cup of Mighty Leaf sunburst green iced tea. About a month ago, I was sent samples of the iced tea to brew and try, but the tea bags have been hiding out in storage. I was so happy to finally have the chance to sip up the good stuff! It was very refreshing and the perfect summer beverage.
Seriously guys, I’m waaay too excited to be back in a real kitchen. Hooray for healthy dinners again! 
Off to watch Bachelor Pad!
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hahaha that’s a huuuuge spit wad!!!
LOVE curried cauliflower. Now you have me excited for the real stuff – my husband and I are going out for Indian tonight. Mmm!
julie! you titled this “spit” pics!!! is it split?
i didnt even notice the first time i read over it.
i love the new design and the house/kitchen already looks great. congrats! must feel so good!
haha i meant spit, actually! b/c of sadie’s spit wads.
hahaha oooof my bad. didnt even put that together. too funny.
Love the new feature! Now it’s that much easier for me to catch up on my fav blog! Will you post pictures of the new digs soon?
yes! as soon as we get some furniture in this bad boy i hope to post some pics!
I’m so glad you have your family back together again! I am in the same situation. My boyfriend and I are moving from NYC; however, he’s still there finishing up our lease and I moved to DC to start my new job at the beginning of August.
Our Westie has been staying with my mom for the past month and will continue to stay there until we get settled in our new city. I can’t wait until he puts his muddy, filthy toys on my white carpets!
I’m such a jellybelly but am so happy you two have your pup back!
i feel your pain! it will be so wonderful when you guys are reunited!
ahhh spit!
i’m cooking your pumpkin oatmeal tomorrow for b-fast and will obviously link back to your blog!
-Nicole
i hope you like it!
I just made your peanut butter granola for the first time..I now have the Nutella granola in the oven and I can’t wait to try it… Thanks for the recipes…
haha Charlie has a ball ike that and it is NOT allowed in the house!!!
that salmon looks flavorful and delicious!
Love the new feature! it was a green tea day for me as well. I just got hooked on Bigelow’s green tea with peach!
awwww I love all of the pupper pictures!!
And the salmon looks wonderful, too!
Ahh Sadie is adorable I have been trying to find a good recipe for cauliflower! i will definitely try yours…and link back of course
The salmon looks delicious! Where did you purchase it from?
publix!
That salmon looks so good. Cooking salmon does scare me. I’ll have to give it another go!
Yay for vegetables!! haha That cauliflower sounds so so good.
Glad your girl is having fun running around outside– 3 acres is enough for any hyper-active doggie to tire themselves out in!
How cool, I am loving the new feature on your blog! I can’t wait until I have access to a kitchen again (I am living in a dorm with limited kitchen access) because then I can make your oatmeal
Haha Sadie is so cute… even with the spit wads!
I’m glad you have a kitchen again. It must feel SO GOOD!
Oooo, that’s neat!
I need to work on my blog so bad but just don’t understand so much of it’s technology lingo…. ugh. Maybe someday!
I’m definitely going to look at how to cook salmon! I’m not the best at cooking meats or fish (well… I never try) and I need more fish in my diet!
Gosh I would hateee not having access to a kitchen!! I get all out of whack when I can’t cook wholesome meals!
Haha those pictures made me laugh. She’s too cute! I had salmon tonight too! I am actually intimidated to make it (luckily I didn’t have to tonight), but I know I should attempt myself soon
Check out the smiley face on the right hand-side! Cute xx
I’m glad you’re able to cook healthy dinners and meals again…you must be psyched!
I love the new blog set up. I was away for the weekend with no internet and I was able to catch up on my blog reading in no time!
i’m so glad!
I am in love with Sadie, she is quite the gal and I love reading about her. I actually just lost my golden retriever that I got for my 13th birthday (I’m 19 almost 20) and seeing you and your husbands love for Sadie warms my heart. I love the new blog set up too!
Hahah – awww Sadie! She’s just too cute
Yay for cooking in the new house!!!
Okay come make me supper that looks awesome!
I’m watching Bachelor Pad right now – unreasonably excited!
My dog is a major drool factory too… When we’re at the park she’ll come running back to me and the drool has flicked back all over her face.
Still a cutie though!
Heheh “Wee!” Made me chuckle out loud! Too cute with all of these Sadie pictures.
I’d also like to add that I love your new sneak-peak of recent posts! Great addition
Julie,
So happy for you that you’re back in your kitchen and reunited with your little fam! I could sense your frustration with the dining situation at the hotel, so I was wondering if you had any tips as to how to get through not having any control over what you’re being served? I have been living in my own apartment (with a kitchen) for years now, but have gone abroad to conduct some research. I am living in an international hostel for research scholars in a country with rich, heavy cuisine, and I am struggling with feeling very out of control with my food choices. When i don’t eat healthfully, I feel so “blah,” but fresh fruit and vegetables are just not a regular option here. Words of wisdom? Thanks!
oh that is so hard! is there a market nearby that you can go to for fruits/veggies to eat as snacks?
Love the new design feature to your blog- I have actually been trying to do the exact same thing on my blog with no luck. Will defo get in touch with Julie!
Last night we caught April on the bed. There was a little wet spot on the comforter. Matt claims that it was NOT by her head. To be sure, we washed the comforter.
It was probably drool. Why are there always drool spots every where? Silly puppies!
what an adorable dog! Even if she does have a lot of saliva hahaha. that salmon and cauliflour dish look AMAZING too!
Yay for a real kitchen! That salmon looks awesome!
I’ve come to realize that she pretty much rocks. I can’t even begin to think about everything I need to update on my blog. Perhaps in a year after Nursing School.
We have indoor toys and outside toys for just that reason. And no toys allowed on the bed! Looks like a great dinner!
Horray for a real kitchen!! The fish looks great
I love all Sadie pictures! My dog has a ball that is strictly for outdoor purposes as well, but she also has an indoor ball. It works well and she doesn’t usually fight leaving the ball outside because she knows she has one waiting inside.
I just read the ‘How to Cook Salmon’ post…so excited to try it! Now if only I can convince the fiance that fish is yummy and amazing. Or maybe I’ll just tell him its chicken. He probably won’t notice the smell or difference in texture, right?
So I was watching Bachelor Pad with my dad last night (I’m crashing at his place because I still don’t have power post-hurricane), and his reaction to me wanting to go to bed: “BUT DON’T YOU WANT TO SEE WHAT MELISSA SAYS TO THIS GUY AFTER HE BRUSHES HIS TEETH?!”
Incredible.
I had to miss bachelor pad because we have zero power. I made me cry…. almost!
soooooo many things to comment on this post!! First of all, I love the new layout of the blog! I noticed it right away. I might have to use Saavy Julie! 2nd, wow that salmon looks amazing. I am craving salmon at 9am hehehe. And 3rd….our Frenchie has those exact mini tennis balls. He carries them around in his mouth and gags on them lol!!!!!
Can I tell you that I think you’re absolutely adorable! I love reading your blog!
wow 3 acres- that is a ton of land! you could do some hiking on your own property!
What kind of camera do you use? Your pictures always look amazing!
thank you! i use a canon S95 for the majority of my pics. for sadie’s action photos i use a nikon D3000.
Love the puppy pics!
For some reason I am not a fan of the condensed post previews. Something about having to click on a link and lose your spot when you go back is somewhat annoying. Of course I could always open in a new tab… The old setup was one of the things I really liked about your blog, though. No worries, I’ll still be reading!