Family time
We had a relaxing weekend with crisp Fall air, a few leaves on the ground and an empty house. The girls accepted Alicia’s invitation to attend a play in Seattle. Foof and B took them there and back while I spent time at home with the two boys. It was great fun!
Saturday at our house
I spent the morning finishing up outdoor work in anticipation of winter. Saleeha popped over in the afternoon, took me to get groceries, a coffee and later took us all out for dinner. The boys sat across from us, laughing and exchanging insults but actually appeared to have a great time together.
Meanwhile the kids in Seattle ate donuts, went to a pumpkin patch and finally arrived at the play that evening! You can see from the photos below that some people made it through the corn maze before others!
Sunday morning arrived, Yusuf and Alicia took everyone to brunch and then the kids started on the trip back.
Sunday at our house we cooked and I had a new helper in the kitchen, my youngest.
We made big turkey meatballs, Marinara sauce and put that all together into delicious meatball subs.
https://lynzrealcooking.com/recipes-2/main-dish/sandwiches/meatballs-subs/
We also made rice and Apricot chicken
https://lynzrealcooking.com/recipes-2/main-dish/chicken-dishes/apricot-chicken-with-peppers/
The kids got home, we ate and then listened to the fun they had with big brother and sister-in-law.
I had to finish my post with this picture of Clementine! It appears she is all ready for Halloween!
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So lovely Lynn. I enjoyed your post. xxx
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Thank you dear lynne xoxo
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Lovely post, Lynn 🙂
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Thanks sis xo
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It’s fun seeing you posting cooking ideas and recipes again.
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Thanks Bernadette, I am trying. Yesterday I actually cooked with my sweet babies help! xo
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Yummy, and Clementine looks adorable. Maybe not so much after a muddy walk!
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oh yeah then she is a mess haha
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Wow the youngest looks like you. I love the fall and go pumpkin crazy every Halloween and Thanksgiving. Corn mazes are fun. I miss the fall colors back east they are candy for the eyes
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They sure are candy for the eyes! Thanks Joseph
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You’re welcome 🙂
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So wonderful!!!
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Thanks!
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Great to see your young son cooking. What a delight!
Leslie
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HE is soooo sweet!
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He become really good at it too.
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Clementine looks almost like a ghost dog with all those Halloween decorations around her!
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haha that is so true!
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Busy and fun for everyone! xoxoxo b-2
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yes for sure xoxo
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Family, fun and great food too! Lovely post, Lynz!
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Thanks Bette xo
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That weekend sounds like the perfect family weekend. I love you how you are cooking and eating together! Thank you for sharing, Lynn!
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Thanks so much dear Erika xoxo
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😊😊
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Looks like a wonderful weekend! ❤
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It really was Antonia!
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The pictures were lovely. How awesome to have your youngest son cooking with you Lyn!
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yes it was so much fun blue xo
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Everyone is so happy 🙂 Who could ask for anything more.
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yes so very true xoxo
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Looks like it was a good week-end all around. Clementine is adorable with her arm over the sofa back! 🙂
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Yusuf sent me this picture and I had to share it
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I love your fireplace décor! Everyone looks happy, what more could you ask for? (K)
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Thanks K! That is at Yusuf and Alicia’s home. I think it looks great!
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It does!
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I always notice the smiles, Lynn, and always great food (apricot chicken – yum). And that’s one giant pumpkin patch! 😀
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Isn’t that a huge pumpkin patch! The kids had great fun and it was so much fun to hear all about it!
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You all look so happy and wonderful 🙂 Holiday season is evident… And loved the picture of Clementine!
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Thanks so much dear xo
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The family unit back in fashion.. Something our nation has been lacking..
This post is why family is most important for happiness and well being..
In these photos it shows that you are passing this on to your kids..
I don’t think there is a greater legacy to achieve.. You are an amazing cook and writer but you are an even better Mom..
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Looking forward to more family week and weekend posts..
I’m going to click that apricot chicken link, it looks so good !
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Thanks so much dear Pan! Sometimes it is hard to keep the family unit strong and together but I agree it is so important. We have struggled through the years but so glad we are all still together and trying our best no matter what comes our way! xoxoxo
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With all your history thru the years, hard has never stopped you.. It seems to spur you on to achieve past survival mode towards the goal of what family and living means to you and for your children.. Your faith and strong spirit makes you special and unique..
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You are so very kind and so very special! Those words mean so much to me! Many times I feel like a failure but have to just keep going! What you have written makes me feel I am still on the right track! Thank you so very much dear Pan! My day has started off with a huge blessing! xoxo
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I’m happy you take those words to heart.. I write what I feel or don’t write at all.. 💛
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xoxoxoxoxo
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Great photos, Lynn. It’s finally fall!
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oh yes Fall! I love it
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How fun!! Great pictures! You had a wonderful weekend!
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oh yes it was so nice PJ. The kids got together which I really love seeing! They had fun and we had fun at home. xo
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It really does sound wonderful! I’m sure you were all smiles and happiness. 🙂 xoxox
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I was xoxo😊😊
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Meatball subs!! How fabulous!! Going to have to give that one a try! 😁
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Thanks Paula! Hope you are well xo
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Dearest Lynn – next time you’re in Seattle – let me know! Chris and I would love to come and just give you a HUG!!! ❤ 🙂
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I would love that!!!!
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What fun…I love all the pictures and what a beautiful dog, she is so white….xxkat
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And a good time was had by all. A lovely post dear Lynz. Blessed with a busy and thriving family. Photos are terrific. Thank you.
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Thanks dear xo
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Fun times!
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