Since my last, “life update,” where I shared what life was like at 30 days sober, I thought it might be fun [yes, recovery can be fun] to share periodic updates with you all regarding my sobriety. Today marks 75 days sober. Before you hoot, holler, and cheer, let me tell you … [Read more...]
Simple BBQ Eats + Summer Life Update
Hi again, in what feels like it’s been forever since I last shared the latest and greatest [yes, I consider Mother’s Day in rehab to be great in its own right]. Fast forward to now, and I’m just returning from my THIRD stint in treatment [Sanford House in Grand Rapids, Michigan] … [Read more...]
Happy Half-Birthday Michael Stanson
I’m in shock as I’m typing this post. So much shock [and denial] that I’m on my second individual bag of Cool Ranch Doritos and am debating a third. When seasoned parents tell you, the days are long, but the years are short, nothing could be further from the truth in a baby’s … [Read more...]
Postpartum Update + We Have a Roller
It feels like just yesterday Michael Stanson was born. I can’t believe as I’m writing this post, I have a 4-month-old who is rolling over, sleeping a decent amount [let’s be real: whoever came up with the saying sleeps like a baby never had a baby], and smiles more than I could … [Read more...]
5 More Weeks of REAL Dinner Menus
Feeling like you are in a weeknight dinner menu slump? Look no further than these real dinner menus approved by Mom, Dad, and 3 particular eaters in the Serbinski house.I’m back again with round 2 of my real dinner menus. Why do I call them REAL? They are flexible. They … [Read more...]
