Family time
Family time this weekend was spent relaxing, cooking and hanging around the house. My two older girls who live nearby went in separate directions spending time with friends and family. Those of us who reside in the house had our own little version of family time. We took walks, fell asleep on the couch, got groceries and did a little cooking. Sumaya made her banana bread again and mixed in extra chocolate chips. We watched our usual shows which means allot more talking and laughing than actual viewing!
Fattima and family
Meanwhile Fattima spent time with some family friends and then had fun with the precious boys. She cooked a meal, played games and spent the night. The next day everyone had breakfast with the grandparents and then it was time for her to return home.
Saleeha, friends and family
Saleeha went to Seattle, ate Filipino fried chicken and visited special friends. She met up with her brother and then came back ready for another work week. She has been trying a lot of Filipino food lately and I am hoping that some recipes will follow.
Our house
At home we settled in for some cooking, little D wanted to have something different and suggested she might try a recipe from the blog. She hasn’t done that much cooking in the past but has been showing interest lately. She made Roz bizilla which is rice, ground beef, spices and peas. She did a great job!
https://lynzrealcooking.com/reflections/middle-eastern-rice/roz-bizilla-rice-with-peas/
Sunday came and she mentioned making a dessert! Again it was superb!
https://lynzrealcooking.com/recipes-2/desserts-2/elegant-desserts/mocha-cookie-mousse/
I made Chicken divan and mashed potatoes, it felt good to finally just wander out to the kitchen and cook without relying on everyone. The kids have been surprised lately when they come upstairs expecting to cook and see that food is already prepared and ready to go!!
https://lynzrealcooking.com/recipes-2/main-dish/chicken-dishes/chicken-divan/
Grama time and the special event
It was a relaxing weekend and will be a very special week, full of Grama time and support for the adorable family.
Family
You sound relaxed and content which makes me happy. That you are cooking is such a wonderful sign. And how excited you must all be as that baby looks very ready to make an entrance at any time. I really enjoyed this leisurely look at your weekend and I love that fact that you had plenty of family time and laughter xxx
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Thanks so much Fiona! Yes it will be this week, I am always a bit guarded not knowing who reads here xxx I will post more over this week. love xoxo
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I gained weight reading this post! The food looks and sound delicious, and the boys look so cute. I’m glad you had such a lovely week-end!
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Thanks so much Deborah! This week means the birth of my granddaughter!
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Oh my how exciting!!! That went by fast. I hope all goes well with Mom and baby!
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Thanks so much!
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What wonderful family photos and it sounds like ya’ll had a wonderful weekend together! xoxoxo
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It was nice and relaxing! xoxo
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It sounds like it was! Wonderful!
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xoxoxo
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xoxoxo
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I’m so happy to read, that you had such a delightful weekend, dear Lynn 🙂
All the food looks so good and it is great, that you are able to create in the kitchen again.
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Thanks so much Irene xo
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Glad you had such a marvelous time with family, cooking, laughing, etc… These are things we NEED in life to relax us and help us appreciate the joys of living.
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Yes so very true
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Lynn what a wonderful weekend you had with family, I am so happy to see you cooking again and everything looks delicious. You have such an amazing family, the photo’s are gorgeous.
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Thanks so very much! xo
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what wonderful family times! such blessings!!!
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So many blessings!
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Another one to LOVE-Lynn! xoxoxo b-2
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Thanks xoxoxo
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Such fun eating and relaxing and some activities outside as well. I’m surprised no one reached down from the sky and stole that chocolate cake before someone was able to take that picture. You snooze you lose. Stay well.
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hahaha you are so funny! Thanks Joseph!
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🙂
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What a wonderful post! So much family joy and those gorgeous leaves!!!
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Thanks Elaine xo
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It’s also a healing time, Lynn, and that is good for everyone.
Leslie
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yes so true
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❤
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Ah, family time. When it’s good, there’s nothing like it!
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yes very true xo
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What a great post! Bet you can’t wait for the new baby. Best wishes from the Midwest!
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Hi, so glad to see you dear xoxo
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It’s so lovely to hear about family adventures, see the photos, and drool over the cooking. I want a second helping of everything! Thanks for sharing, Lynn. ❤
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Thanks dear Diana xoxo
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The food ALL looked so delicious! The vibrant color of the leaves took my breath away! And such wonderful pictures of your family Lyn, all filled with love! So very special!
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Thanks dear xoxo
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A wonderful family life and so much togetherness. I love to feel how much you seem to enjoy and treasure this all!
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Thanks so much, it really is hard to believe!!! xoxo
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I can imagine. And how wonderful that it is your reality 💖
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xoxo
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I always love your family photos and to see, in your words, what joy it brings you.
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Thanks Peter
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I know you have had it so hard Sis, but thank God you are so Blessed now.💜💜💜💜
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Thanks so very much dear Willow! On Wednesday our new little one should be here! I will be there helping and watching the boys. Love sis!
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🥀🥀 Have fun xxxx💜💜
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Thanks!
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I’m so glad you got to relax with the fam and enjoy some cooking time! Wow, she’s ready to pop, isn’t she? I’m sure we’ll see LOTS of photos, can’t wait!
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First, I think I gained 5 lbs. looking at the photos of all that delicious food!! Next, how blessed you are to live so close to family! Sweet post!
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Thanks so much xx
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A delicious weekend…I’m looking that chicken recipe up right now…(K)
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Thanks K xx
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Oh Lynn, I loved reading this post. Isn’t family amazing. I love that you are having these special times and enjoying them. Hugs x
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Family is amazing xx
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You seem more content, Lynn. I’m so glad you’re able to be with your family.
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Thanks so much xo
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What a beautiful mommy to be….nothing like the pictures of right before the birth….I love it….and send some kids our way, I will be happy to buy whatever they feel like cooking….lol so happy to hear you sounding wonderfully happy and enjoying life again…and cooking one of your favorite things to do…sending you big hugs and then another hug after that….love you sister….xxxkat
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Thanks so much sweet sister xoxo
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