Eric wrapping our nephew’s gifts!
Rudi and his catnip that got stuck on his tooth.
Flashback five years ago to Christmas 2005…
2010:
A lot healthier these days!
This was before a dinner out on Saturday night to an Italian restaurant.
I realized it was a bad choice not wearing an empire waist for that meal!
Then we were back in the kitchen once again with Timmy’s coffee in hand and recipes in the other.
OSGMOM had a couple helpers…and I got to wear my new polka-dot apron from my sis.
I made ultra fudgy brownies with spelt flour.
I let someone lick the spoon when it was all over! :)
Then we got busy on dinner.
Mom made a regular mac ‘n cheese and then I made the vegan mac ‘n cheese.
This time I doubled the sauce recipe and it turned out even better.
It was so good, I revised the original recipe!
Everyone tasted it and said they couldn’t tell it didn’t have cheese in it. :) My mom actually preferred the vegan version and said she will make this from now on. We also agreed that the sauce would be wonderful over broccoli.
We had a big sweets tray for dessert filled with Soft peanut butter cookies, ultra fudgy brownies, ultimate oatmeal raisin cookies, and other goodies.
Hi Pete :) (my brother in law)
Then we opened a few gifts…
Rudi wanted to come home with us.
Sketchie had to put his foot paw down though.
Coming up, the hummus recipe my mom introduced me to that changed everything…
I actually said the words, ‘I’ll never buy store bought again.’
I don’t joke around when it comes to hummus.
You look FAB! Your family is just gorgeous and everything looks so cozy and welcoming. What a wonderful holiday =)
You and Eric look great!
I want to give that kitty a big hug!
Looking forward to the new hummus recipe! I haven’t purchased hummus in ages, I always make my own. But I’m definitely interested in a new take on a favorite of mine!
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How fun! Gotta love family time :)
And you are GORGEOUS!
Wow it really is quite a noticeable transformation. Actually what I noticed the most was how happy you look. Even though you’re smiling in the 2005 pictures, you don’t look truly happy like you do in your recent ones. You look so approachable, confident, and just…glowing! :)
I love seeing the pictures from 5 years ago. Both you and Eric are slimmer and look healthier. It’s amazing how much can change in a short period of time.
You guys really do look much healthier now! I love those staircases in the background of the pictures! They are so fabulous!
Great photos – and as for hummus – ever since I made hummus from scratch a few years ago, I have not been able to buy it again (except when traveling and having no access to a kitchen). It is that good.
It looks like you had so much fun!!!
Looks like a great time! I am curious to see the hummus recipe! I love hummus, but store brand doesn’t do it for me sometimes!
Aww I’ve said it before but I’ll say it again: You and Eric are SUCH a cute couple! Everything looks amazing. I’m glad you had such a great time and I’m very curious to see this hummus recipe. :) Oh, and your polka dot apron is SO SO cute!
I love your vegan mac and cheese recipe its so good! Your photos are gorgeous as well. It looks like you had a good time. I’ll be waiting for that hummus recipe. Hummus = <3
I love your sister’s sequined dress! Also, Eric looks exactly the same as he did five years ago. So funny!
omg how hilarious is Rudi!? Love that cat!!
You look SO much like your sister in the picture from 2005. You’re beautiful in both!! :)
Lots like so much fun! P.S. Your Mom is stunning! :)
Aww you guys make such a beautiful couple! :) And your hair looks lovely curled!
Looks like you had an awesome time! Can’t wait for that hummus recipe! I would happily live off hummus…! :D
You guys look so happy in all the pictures. I love seeing all the happiness and holiday cheer!
Doesn’t it shock you to see old pics of yourself sometimes? I was looking at one last week and couldn’t believe how young I looked (I thought I was SO grown up at the time!). You look fantastic!
Hummus is my all-time favorite food. I can’t wait for your mom’s recipe!
Your mom actually said she preferred the vegan mac and cheese! That is a major vegan victory!
Hi Angela!
Great pictures! You and Eric look fantastic!
I really wan’t to make the vegan mac ‘n cheese to shock my ever skeptical boyfriend, but he is allergic to cashews…do you think anything else could be used? He’s allergic to all nuts except peanuts, pine nuts and almonds…