Ina

There are two main shows that I watch when breastfeeding Isaac: The Big Bang Theory and Barefoot Contessa. Lately I have been watching more of Barefoot Contessa, starring Ina Garten. I think of her as my rich, down to earth, chef friend. I love cooking and she gives me lots of inspiration. Tonight I wanted to make something a little special since Jake was coming home, so I decided to take on Saffron Risotto with Butternut Squash. It seemed like a great idea until I looked closer at the recipe and realized it was an "intermediate" dish that requires more watching and guesswork than I'm use to. But low and behold- SUCCESS!!! I served it with roasted asparagus, tomatoes and pine nuts (Tuscan-Style Roasted Asparagus), and a caesar salad (had to have one normal thing). It was all very yummy and Jake was pleased (he's always thankful for my cooking). I really like to figure out meals, so it's fun when one comes together.

Isaac was melting (tired, crying) during dinner, so he hung out in his room. During dessert (Moose Tracks!) Isaac joined us at the table and chewed on his goggles and pacifier. He loves his pacifier, but not for "pacifying." He simply loves to chew on it. He has been a little fussier lately and I'm thinking his top two teeth may make an appearance soon.

A couple more pictures of Isaac from today. He's enjoying his ant in the first picture and checking out the trees in the second.