So true right! First off I really love John Lennon and this quote runs through my head on the regular. I don’t know about you but for me life tends to get busy and it feels like it’s just rolling on and I’m looking to the future and not living in the present.
One of the things I loved about lockdown during covid was how easy it was to be present in my life and just enjoy the day to day happenings. We spent so much time as a family just being together playing games, working on house projects, making yummy food and playing outside. I loved not rushing around all the time. I knew that time was a gift with my family and I told myself that when things opened up again I would do a better job balancing my life.
Summer 2020
Balance takes effort and intention. 2022 was busy and my effort and intention for balance was tested for sure. I think that I have to recenter and calibrate every so often to make sure I am focused on the things that matter most to me.
Last spring I became really busy in my Real Estate business and my kids ate fast food way to much. I found myself scheduling showings after school and during the dinner time hours. My youngest started begging me to “make real food”. I love to cook but “making real food” takes planning and time. Is it worth it? For sure! Everyone is happier when I set aside the time between school pick up through dinner for family.
I am going to start sharing some of my fav recipes for meals. One of my kid’s favorite sandwiches is the Monte Christo. Simple and delicious for a weeknight. My recipe is modified Bailey style! Click link below for a preview of the sandwich.
https://fb.watch/iaKV4nUCvY/The Monte Cristo
All you need to do is act like you are making french toast. Whisk together eggs, a splash of milk or cream and a generous dash of nutmeg. Layer french bread, dijon mustard, a slice of baby Swiss cheese, a couple slices of black forest ham, a slice of cheddar cheese and another piece of french bread on top. Heat your pan on med/low and add butter. Holding your sandwich together dip the top and then the bottom in the milk and egg mixture making sure its covered completely. Add to the pan and put the lid on. Be patient…you want to cook these slowly so all the cheese is perfectly melted and the outside is golden. Serve with a small bowl of hot maple Syrup and enjoy!
KIERSTA BAILEY 