Here’s what this past week looked like- My Everyday Life Week 39
WE HAVE A TEENAGER NOW!!! Cooper turned 13 yesterday!!!
This week Cooper went on his outdoor ed trip for 7th graders!!! This is how I write his name on a bagged lunch. Casey was also gone- in Florida for work.
I had the house all to myself for a few days!
Sending a pic before he left. I missed my guys!
We are now in OCTOBER! I am going to try to do #theydrawtober — drawing some food-related prompts all month to practice my drawing skills.
Coming next month- Intentions for the Week workbook! It’s the calendar system I’ve been using for over a year in a book!
New Recipe: Zucchini Rice Gratin!
We almost always have leftover rice in the fridge because my child LOVES RICE and it’s a very adaptable ingredient to have in my meal prep repetoire.
If you take some tomatoes from a friend and some zucchini that didn’t make its way into fritters, you can easily prepare a Zucchini Rice Gratin with the addition of eggs and cheese.
When I served up a bowl, it reminded me of arancini (fried balls of risotto with cheese) but not fried and waaaaay less time-consuming. If you’re a fan of crispy rice and roasted vegetables, this makes an amazing side dish served with your protein of choice (I’d do sausage) or a main dish paired with a salad. Either way, it’s a reminder that rice is one of the ultimate kitchen shapeshifters. No wonder it’s always a staple in the Benjamin household.
We are into Autumn already as of September 22nd! WEEEEEEEEE! It’s my favorite season. I spent some time this week writing down my Autumn Bucket List 2021 in my Currently Workbook (2022 version coming soon!).
Here are some of my intentions for the season!
I am going to be gathering some seeds too!
Here’s my Autumn Bucket List from last year!
I really do enjoy putting together these vignettes. It helps me be more intentional about time. It has become a nice ritual to collect items that catch my eye during the season and place them in the frame.
If you would like to join in on making an Autumn Bucket List, you can download one from my shop here!
Post a picture and tag @shutterbean and @thehandwritingclub
I’d love to see what you’re up to this Autumn.
If you need some Autumn food inspiration, check out my favorite autumn recipes!
I’d love to hear from you. What are you looking forward to this season? Leave a comment!
