Hailey’s Whole Bowl (2026)

13/10/2020

Buffalo Chicken Bacon Ranch and Potato Casserole - what else do you need to know?!
A base of potatoes and cauliflower, layered with chicken tossed in buffalo sauce, topped with bacon, baked until warm and then drizzled with ranch. So. good.
This is another Cook Once Eat All Week meal. I’ve decided I love this cookbook so much because I choose a week and then 3 meals are decided!! Reducing decision fatigue is always a win for me.
Also, this book is redeeming casseroles for me! Are you team casserole?

08/10/2020

I feel like a lot of us have a heightened sense of anxiety around illness this fall for really fair reasons. So sharing what we’re doing to support our little person as she starts mother’s day out and faces seasonal junk and allergies and all the things.

Grace has had a massive case of the toddler-never-ending-runny-nose. We talked to the pediatrician’s office () and the chiropractor (.amanda.murray) and they agree that her body is fighting whatever it is well (no fever, no cough, no labored breathing, no digestive issues, no ear drainage, no behavioral change, etc) so we’re gonna let her fight it with some added support.

- Elderberry Syrup
- Vitamin D
- Briar Rose
- Probiotic
- Chest Rub
- Roller with thieves, lemon, and oregano on the spine and feet
- Not pictured: humidifier during naps and bedtime and chiropractic adjustments

What are you doing to support your and your kiddos’ immune systems??

07/10/2020

2 of our favorites from the last two weeks of meal prepped meals were the gyro salad (pic 1) and the honey mustard sheet pan (pic 2)! Last week’s meals were all about brisket, potatoes, and peppers and this week it is potatoes, cabbage, and pulled pork.
Who else is meal prepping?? Any breakfast prep suggestions?

26/09/2020

This girl - bold, independent, and opinionated AND cautious, social, and adaptable. Some days I feel like we’re opposites and other days I see so much of myself in her natural tendencies.

I love her to pieces and pray she contributes to a world that’s a little kinder and a little softer.

Oh, and ptl for friends who are always packing 📷

22/09/2020

Confetti Chicken Casserole - you cant go wrong with chicken, bacon, and cheese. It doesn’t hurt that it was super easy and part of a week long meal prep focused plan from the cookbook Cook Once Eat All Week!
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Do you meal prep? Any resources you use to make it easier?
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This cookbook is far and away my favorite!

16/09/2020

5 days down • 5 days to go

5 days into isolation after treatment with radioactive iodine - I am technically safe to be around adults but not kiddos quite yet. So still 2 days until Grace and Brian come home. I miss them with every fiber of my being and get teary just typing that. Our house feels empty. I have a whole new appreciation for the warmth and joy they bring to this place. While I have enjoyed some peace and quiet, I miss the chatter and banter and Cedarmont Kids music (kinda, iykyk) and Moana and screeching and giggles.

AND 5 days until I get to do something I set out to do when I said yes to coaching. It was the first big goal I had for myself and it’s coming to fruition at the most perfect time. Believing this to be the Lord’s timing for sure!

On Monday, I start 9 weeks of a brand new program all about regaining CONTROL of your health and nutrition.

Control - something I’ve had to relinquish and lay at the feet of the cross daily for the past 6 weeks. I pray every day I will never lose sight of that perspective and forever choose to hand him my burdens, deepest desires, and sinful longing for control over every aspect of my life. But He chose me for this so I laugh and say YES.

This is the tension we live in. I believe my days were written for me AND I have choices. I choose how I steward this body. I choose to prioritize my health and mindfully decide what goes on my place. I choose to move my body as an act of worship. I choose to control what I can, and give the rest to Him.

Eek! I can’t wait for Monday to start! This program is still in production, but we can say YES to this journey together!

How does Monday sound?! You with me??

11/08/2020

Cancer. Words I never thought I’d hear, but 2 weeks ago I did. Thyroid Cancer - papillary carcinoma to be exact.

Slow spreading, not aggressive, and very treatable. Still scary and unexpected and humbling.

I find the most comfort knowing that the God of the universe is not surprised by this. He wrote my days and prepared me specifically for these. Tangible evidence of those truths is everywhere - particularly as we searched for wisdom and care providers. And He’s built a support system around us that is unmatched and unwavering and leaves me teary with gratitude.

Now we pray it hasn’t spread, for wisdom as we make decisions about immediate and long term treatment, and for a smooth and uneventful thyroidectomy on Thursday.

I hope to share as much as I can as we walk through this. I pray that by sharing I will provide comfort to anyone who might walk through unexpected physical illness or help you to understand how you can best love someone in your life who will. Most importantly, I want to honor the Lord in it all. Whatever the next month or so brings, He is good and gracious and in control and I’ll point to Him in each victory and every challenge. His power is made perfect in my weakness so I’ll claim it with confidence.

And my husband - dang is he a gift. Perfectly walking the line between letting me feel deep grief and making me laugh, letting me say it sucks and reminding me that God is taking care of me, letting me pretend I can handle it all and pointing out things I should delegate to him or our people. He’s been steady and comforting and gentle and full of truth and I’m just so thankful.

Oh and Grace - she’s just over here cutting molars and wanting all the snuggles. I’ll count it as joy 😊

06/08/2020

BBQ COBB W/ JALAPEÑO RANCH from for a dinner salad! Let’s be honest, dinner salads are all about the toppings and this guy has plenty.
The other great thing about a cobb is how prep-able it is. I made everything ahead of time and threw it all together at dinner time. Even if you don’t make the whole salad - you need to go check out the recipe for the dressing. I added some dried dill and parsley as well and it’s a keeper.
https://fedandfit.com/bbq-chicken-cobb-jalapeno-ranch/

05/08/2020

BARBACOA TACOS from were SO yummy and incredibly easy. I utilized my chuck roast, produce I already had, and simple spices for this win. And we have leftovers for lunch 🙌🏼
I have pretty much stopped using my crock pot and rely heavily on my instant pot, even for slow cooking. That sauté function alone is worth the purchase!

29/07/2020

CARIBBEAN SHRIMP TACOS from are always a hit! I take a shortcut and buy mango pineapple salsa which means all you need to make this is 15 minutes!
TIP: chipotle chili powder (a primary spice in this recipe) is just a blend of spices (as is all chili powders). I really recommend finding a brand that you like and sticking with it! This recipe can get SUPER spicy depending on your chili powder, so make sure you know what you’re working with before diving in!

28/07/2020

MUSHROOM RAGU from the cookbook for a delicious . There might not be meat, but this dish is far from light. So flavorful, so hearty, and super rich.
I’ve loved committing to this. I’ve definitely noticed a difference in how I feel on Tuesday’s and it’s a great way to start the week. Kind of considering adding a few more meatless meals throughout the week. Any suggestions?

21/07/2020

ALICE PASTA (because .mamma brought it to us at this time last year when Grace was days old and we thought it was literal manna from heaven) is a fave around here! It’s a creamy and delicious and in total takes about 25 minutes.
If you’re lucky enough to have fresh, summer tomatoes like we are this is a perfect recipe to use them in! I had a couple that I didn’t get to quickly enough, so last week I threw them in the fridge knowing they’d be great here.
The recipe is from and calls for spelt flour - I subbed GF 1-1 flour. I used as the recipe calls for, cashew milk for the rest of the milk, and pasta. Oh, and a generous dose of fresh black pepper is a must!Turns out so yummy every time!

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