It’s been over a year since my best friend’s little brother had passed away suddenly. He was only 29 years old. Full of life, charismatic, always wearing a smile. He once said to me “You’re like my other older sister” which the most flattering thing he’d ever said to me. Which goes to show whatContinue reading “A Forever Missing Puzzle Piece”
Author Archives: Kay Lalor
The Great Wolf Lodge Getaway
What a much needed get away this past weekend to visit my in laws in Wisconsin. First family vacation for 2021. Last Monday, I sent a group text to my in laws that we were planning on visiting for the weekend. We haven’t seen my husband’s side of the family since last summer due toContinue reading “The Great Wolf Lodge Getaway”
The Brook Project
It’s been a while since I’ve last posted a blog post, I’ve been clearing my mind and making space to make room for his new chapter in my life. I’ve been blessed for experiencing milestones and continue to strive for continuous growth and happiness. The year 2020 had brought a lot of things into perspective,Continue reading “The Brook Project”
Meatball Penne Pasta in Marinara Sauce
If you’re like me, making your picky toddler actually eat is a challenging task in itself. Some days you just want to create a quick side meal for your toddler or if your toddler is being picky from the main meal that you’ve already cooked, luckily this basic dish will be easy and fast toContinue reading “Meatball Penne Pasta in Marinara Sauce”
Best Hills to Sled for Free in St Paul, MN
Living in St. Paul, MN my whole life I know a thing or two about sledding… for free. Although, growing up I had the privilege of having a perfectly steep hill in my backyard at my parent’s place. But since my parent’s have built a deck in their backyard, sledding on their hill would probablyContinue reading “Best Hills to Sled for Free in St Paul, MN”
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Store Launch
Finally, an online store that provides stylish and practical solutions for organizing your home and life! I am thrilled to share this announcement with you. Thrilled To Finally Be Able To Launch My Online Store I have been working hard for the past few months just getting things ready for the new year and preparingContinue reading “Store Launch”
Herbs
A Little Background I had recently called my paternal grandmother on her birthday and ended up taking for almost two hours. She lives in Seattle, Washington and I’m in St Paul, Minnesota so we don’t get to spend much time with each other. She recently turned 71 years old and I was just asking thingsContinue reading “Herbs”
Rice
I have a taste for plain white rice, whether it’d be short-grain white rice (sushi grade) or Jasmine rice (long-grained). Short-grained white rice is the type of rice that many Hmong people, as well as Southeast Asians, eat. For a healthier option, Hmong people have transitioned to eating more Jasmine rice. Hmong people have aContinue reading “Rice”
SPICES
Spices in the Southeast Asian cuisine are used as condiments to add a touch of spice to a dish or cooked in high heat alongside to ingredients. Spices are ultimately used in every Southeast Asian dish imaginable. It’s safe to say that if it’s not spicy, it’s not an authentic Southeast Asian dish. The wordContinue reading “SPICES”