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Food

Little tidbits to help you eat healthier, the simple way.

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Family

Some thoughts from a mama learning on the job.

4 Things to Do to Prepare for Postpartum

I struggled postpartum with my first baby, but things went so much smoother the second time. It’s not just “luck” or an “easy baby” – there really are ways to set yourself up for success as you prepare for postpartum.

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Faith

Always striving to pray without ceasing.

Preparing for a Peaceful & Holy Advent

This Advent, opt out of the chaos of the world’s Christmas season and enter into the Church’s eager anticipation of the coming of Christ. Here’s some simple ways to better prepare for a peaceful, holy Advent.

5 Quick Ways to Pray as a Busy Mom

Finding time with God is essential for Christians, but it can be a challenge as a parent of small children! Here are my five favorite ways to pray as a busy mom.

Simnel Cake (Optional Sourdough & Fresh Milled Flour)

Have you ever had a simnel cake? This moist & delicious light fruitcake is filled with various dried fruits, bright orange zest, fragrant spices, and layers of marzipan and is a traditional treat for Mothering Sunday and Easter in the United Kingdom but is also perfect for any springtime brunch.

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I’m Alyssa

A woman smiling in her kitchen, wearing an apron and holding a whisk

I’m so glad you’re here! As a wife, mama, and follower of Christ, I love cooking nutritious food from scratch. Here we celebrate the good, the true, and the beautiful in food, family, and faith. Follow me for easy, real food recipes for the practical home cook on a budget and some occasional musings about homemaking and liturgical living.

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