Good morning! I just sent Mazen off to preschool cute as can be –
Last night I made an early dinner – Chicken and Bean Bake. I didn’t have any fresh herbs so I used lots of dried thyme instead. This recipe is better with fresh herbs and lots of garlic though! But it’s always a hit.
Before I could dig in though, I went to an event hosted by my friend Lauren! She’s been kickin’ butt as a Mary Kay rep for the past 8 years or so, and invited a handful of friends over for a pampering party.
We gave ourselves facials and talked skincare. I was really impressed with how great the products felt on my skin.
I had two small glasses of wine plus some baked brie at the event, so dinner was on the small side when I got home.
This morning I set my alarm for a beautiful sunny run around town. Unfortunately my foot/legs were still quite stiff from soccer, so it was more of a hobble/jog, but still enjoyable and worth getting up for. I listened to Rob Has A Podcast and the latest Survivor talk!!
Breakfast was a big bowl of fruit (strawberries, mango, pineapple, banana) with Fage 2% and Cville Cluster Granola on top.
I just put some black beans in the crockpot for dinner! Recipe to follow…if they turn out!
Melissa says
I’ve never used Mary Kay makeup, but have always been curious about it! I’m also eager to see your black beans recipe, beans are such a quick and easy dinner option!
Amanda says
Mazen looks so happy and confident. You’re doing a great job with him <3
KathEats says
Thank you : )
lisa valinsky says
The idea of a big bowl of fruit sounds delish! I’ve been craving fruit like crazy lately. Where do you typically buy yours, and do you go for sale items, or whatever looks good?
KathEats says
I usually pick 2-3 things per week at Whole Foods, leaning towards things that are on sale or that I know Mazen loves (pineapple)
Linda @ The Fitty says
A hobble/jog is better than no run! Go you, Kath.
cara zimmer says
I’ve been using Mary Kay for about 10 years and love it. I just turned 40, and I like to think that my youthful looks is from using Mary Kay, HA! I used to sell it, but then realized I am NOT a salesperson. 🙂
Your food always looks amazing, and that sweet Mazen, oh my!!
Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says
Mazen is so cute!
Tonya says
I’m loving Mary Kay’s eye makeup remover, the intense moisturizing cream, and the cream to powder foundation I bought recently is TOO fab!
Mary says
What dining room table did you end up getting? I remember you were considering one from RH but then went a different direction bc it was unfinished and would stain easily.
KathEats says
This one from Pottery Barn. Love it!
Leslie says
Kath, I’ve been a reader for years. I comment rarely and always positively, so it is difficult to write today with negative feedback. I want to say that the advertising that shows up when I read on my phone while working is very distracting. Sometimes I find that just by scrolling down to read your post I am inadvertently hovering to long or touching the ad brings me to another site that I had no intentions of clicking on. It is nearly impossible to read without frustration. The number of ads and the content is not a good fit in my opinion.
KathEats says
Thanks for the feedback. I’m working to try to find a balance of mobile and usability and it hasn’t been easy
Ashley says
Yes, I read it on a desktop and the ads pull the pages back up as I’m reading or they pull them down, and the audio automatically starts playing so I always have to remember to keep the volume down!
KathEats says
Argh. Thanks for the info.
Stacie says
Yes, this same thing happens to me while reading on a desktop.
Kath–while the ads are frustrating, know that we as readers know you are working on it. You have a great blog! Keep you the excellent work!
KathEats says
Thanks! I emailed my guy today with lots of questions :/
Karen B. says
I use Chrome with the pop up blocker and have never seen an ad.
Yay!
Catherine says
I’m glad I’m not the only one who listens to the Survivor talks on RHAP 😉
KathEats says
I love podcasts and just realized “I bet there are SURVIVOR ones!” His appears to be the most popular. Would you agree? I love hearing the exit interviews and talks with previous players!
Laura says
I love podcasts, too, and am always on the hunt for great ones. Maybe that could be a post in the future? :))
KathEats says
It’s on my list!
Cassie says
Black beans are the besssssssst!!!
Ashley @ Saving Money in your Twenties says
I can’t wait to hear the recipe! I’ve tried cooking black beans in the crock pot before but they were just kinda… ehhh. I’m sure yours will be amazing! 🙂
Elyse says
Mazen is looking like such a big boy now!
Robin says
Those black beans look purple! I’m sure it’s just a trick of the light, but purple beans would be gorgeous! 🙂
Dana says
Unrelated to this post, but just wanted to say how I enjoy seeing how you spend time with your son – I’m not a Mom yet but it’s been inspiring to me and given me lots of ideas for the future! You make being a Mom look fun.
KathEats says
Thank you! You have lots to look forward to when you become one : )