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Back from Holiday

October 11, 2017

Hello, dear readers! I just returned from a family holiday. This year we wanted to take advantage of the fall foliage in Vermont and then visit the ocean in Maine. Lots of outdoorsy activities.  I'll likely write about this adventure in the near future. More posts coming your way soon!

Warm regards,
Shauna

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by Shauna Solomon Linden & Lavender is all about baking in the here and now. The recipes that you’ll find are those that have are seasonal or perfect for a party or fill that late afternoon chocolate urge. I also write short posts on motherhood, all of the wonderful things that your can read and building a safe and sustainable community. Thank you for visiting! I'm glad you're here!

by Shauna Solomon

Linden & Lavender is all about baking in the here and now. The recipes that you’ll find are those that have are seasonal or perfect for a party or fill that late afternoon chocolate urge. I also write short posts on motherhood, all of the wonderful things that your can read and building a safe and sustainable community. Thank you for visiting! I'm glad you're here!

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Happy (early) Mother’s Day to all you out there (and a big shoutout to my own mom)!! I’m taking tomorrow off from social media and possibly some more time after that so I can focus on my family. All the best and lots love!
This morning, with the kids out of the house, I unrolled my yoga mat and began a prenatal yoga class designed to prepare for birth. With friends and family so excited, it is hard to relax with so many questions and advice regarding how to get an overdue baby out. But, on my mat (which was relegated to the corner for a month) I was able to calm my mind and body. It was wonderful to acknowledge that though I feel ungraceful at this stage, the breath can still provide grace and support. It’s strange how we sometimes forget to do the things that are most important for our health, don’t you think?
My Bakery Style Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk recipe is finally finished! The recipe is up on my blog along with some other musings and links. Happy Thursday folks!
My little helper.
Many pregnancy nutrition guides are highly recommending a gluten free diet and sugar free diet particularly in the months closer to the baby’s due date. I’ve read that delivery is often easier due to less inflammation of the body. While I’m certainly not a nutrition expert or a model citizen for nutrition (obviously!) I have tried to greatly reduce the gluten and sugar in my diet as my due date approaches. But still, cravings exist! I tried these Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies with Walnuts by @theroastedroot and they satisfy a sweet tooth. Their texture is different from traditional recipes and they are certainly a lot more filling. Just one small cookie is all you need!
For several weeks I’ve been hoping to plant seeds so the plants could get an early start. I finally did it this weekend with the help of my daughters. What a relief! Another thing to cross of the to do list! Plus, it helped that we were in the sunshine for most of the morning and afternoon. Do you plant seeds inside before the last frost? Oh, and for those who were wondering, I’m still pregnant! Hope you all had a nice weekend. • • • • • #ofsimplethings #aquietstyle #mystoryoflight #cherisheverymoment #quietinthewild #momentslikethese #chasinglight #naturallight #theimperfect #patienceandpractice #seeksimplicity #lindenandlavender #slowliving #calm_collected #cherishandrelish_may #aseasonalshift #wanderlust_earth #nature_good  #enjoyeveryseason #nestandflourish #curatedlife #behomefree #seeds #zinniaseeds #ontariogardening #pregnantbelly #enceinte #pregnantstyle
When everyone on Instagram seems to be enjoying pink blooms of peonies and roses your only choice is to join along through photos in gorgeous gardening books! Shoots from my peonies have finally broken the earth as of this week. My garden is looking a bit less like a leaf graveyard thanks to the help of my mom who arrived earlier in the week. My girls and I have prepped all our seed trays and will plant the seeds today. But before that I am enjoying a cannoli and a cup of raspberry tea. I wish I could say that I baked the cannoli’s myself, but the truth is, I have never tried! I leave this to the experts at Pasta Genova, a lovely Italian shop the always has fresh focaccia, pasta, figs and sandwiches. A local gem in Kingston.
Blueberry Scones for afternoon tea (also known as Friday after school snack). Recipe from #sallysbakingchallenge and it worked perfectly! I used frozen blueberries because that’s what’s in season 😉 and baked them a bit longer than the suggested time. Scones are always best the day they are made but I also freeze leftovers and then reheat in the oven so they get their texture back.
Happy May!. Our growing season here is so short but May marks the time that gardens can start being prepared because the last frost usually occurs around the 20th of the month. The last week has been a mad rush to get everything done before the baby arrives (laundry, food prep, childcare organization, etc., etc.)and then me, exhausted and being forced to take a time out. Today, instead of mindless scrolling while I wait for my energy to return, I brewed myself a pot of pregnancy tea and started reading a book on wildflowers. This is not an ad but I want to share the gem that is called @wildflowersfarm. They make the most beautiful teas and I’m just aching to visit their farm this summer.
Good morning! At 37 weeks of pregnancy, my phone app told me that my baby had reached the size of a tray of madeleines. Naturally, I had to bake some, but I think the sizing is off! More importantly though, I have started to prepare meals and freeze them as well as organize the house and ask for help. I’m determined to rest at home with my baby during the fourth trimester rather than work or entertain. #37weekspregnant

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