We are now settled into our new house in Dayton, OH. I use the word “settled” lightly, because a) I still feel like I’m on a strange vacation, b) boxes everywhere, ugh, c) we started painting and won’t be done anytime soon, and d) I just don’t really feel settled yet.

What’s been happening the past few weeks while I’ve been farming out my posts to other bloggers? Quick recap.

I was/am super sad about leaving Georgia. You guys, I did not know I was going to like Georgia. Really didn’t. I waltzed down there in 2010 with my new baby and I was all, “Eh, it’s too hot down here, three years better pass fast cuz I’m out.” And then I practically held on for dear life and had to be pulled out of GA crying like a baby. Those charming Southerners will do it to you every time. I am still missing my people something fierce, but my random crying outbursts have reduced by about half, so that’s progress.

Also, I have to stop myself from saying Ya’ll. It’s etched into my brain forever.

I sort of totally jumped off the GAPS bandwagon. It was unintentional and I really tried to plan for the move, but I broke down on hour 9 of a 12-hour drive alone with the kids. I had no food left, and I ate some (ughh I hate to even type this) Burger King at a rest stop with the kids. Ughh. Then I thought I would get back on the bandwagon the next day, but we didn’t make it out for groceries because my car was stuck behind the moving truck. I will save you all the details, but I will say that my stint back on the Standard American Diet included Dominos Pizza, Mini Oreos, Sesame Honey Cashews from TJ’s (these are a serious weakness, try them and you’ll see), a UDF brownie sundae and some other total junk. Needless to say, I have seen the light and I am moving back toward it (aka all that junk made me feel terrible). I’m trying to find a happy medium.. trying to figure out what my body can truly tolerate.. I’m such a mess, you guys- the will-Natalie-ever-figure-out-how-to-eat saga continues!

I guess that’s the major news. Enough of that. Here’s some fun stuff I found while I was cleaning out my reader last night:

I really want to go to Ojai, like anytime would be great. And I want to stay here.

I’m into chilly treats- pink grapefruit sorbet in grapefruit cups, blueberry frozen yogurt, green smoothie detox pops, chocolate-dipped coconut pops, raspberry chiffon pie. I wants it!

And I’m into kale salads.

I want to do something with all those Instas- anyone used Printic or Stickygram? Or any other recommendations?

Two recipes that are baffling/intriguing- orange coconut omelettes and kale granola (wha?? but also, get in my belly)

salty nuts ice cream. because, yeah.

awesome paleo lunches this year, Michelle!

a vest for Lucy, and one for Elliott, too.

I’m pumped to have a great library again, and Janssen has got my thinking twice about audiobooks. I think I’ll be requesting a lot of these!

Aaaand, thumbprint cookies are killin’ it. These and definitely these.

You guys. That bowl of yogurt is my new obsesh. Yogurt, peaches, honey, toasted pine nuts. So glad I found that random half bag of pine nuts when I was cleaning out the pantry. Gold, I tell ya.

As you know, we’re in the thick of the moving process. While I’m eating random bowls of delicious yogurt and taping boxes shut/ripping them open again, you’ll get to enjoy more guest posts by my food blogging pals. I’m looking forward to getting settled and working on new content.

Until then, some Thursday things.

Corn and Cotija Guacamole. Already amazing, and then he went ahead and added bacon.

Jenni went ahead and did it again with Lemony Carrot Apple Bombs.

Beet lemonade sounds crazy and awful and awesome all the same time.

I have seriously got my eye on Tina’s crispy shallot, bacon and brie burger. Yes and yes.

This ice cream kombucha float seems like the most logical way to drink our booch.

I’ll have a melon gin and tonic in each hand, please.

This is how I hard-boil my eggs, too. Works every time!

Oh, yeah- I’m at MPMK today sharing 16 drool-worthy stone fruit recipes. Go get you some.

Also, I’m a little teeny bit obsessed with Twitter again, so come find me @natalieherr and say hello!

I wish I was eating some fat almond pancake right about now.. so good.

We have got a bang up weekend planned around here- we’re hitting the water park today as a family, then spending Saturday in Savannah/Tybee Island (if it’s good beach weather) and then Sunday. Oh, Sunday. Sunday is my last week leading worship at New City Church, followed by a going-away picnic hosted by our church family. I’m a guaranteed basket case.

And of course we’ll throw in some packing here and there. Maybe.

Friday Things.

Coconut Stuffed Ice Cream. This looks like a dream.

Love this little shop- Candy Kirby Designs

Walnut pork butter? Yeah, it’s a real thing.

What new moms really want. This is spot on.

Cobb Salad in Bacon Bowls. What else can we put in bacon bowls?? (anything/everything)

I’ve been building my playlist for our drive from GA to OH and it’s equal parts awesome and sad. Tell me your favorite songs for going away/driving/leaving your BFFs so I can get those jams ASAP.

Grain-Free Oatmeal Cookies with Marshmallow Filling. Um, what? Amazing. People are so creative.

I don’t even really play ping pong, but I want this shirt.

Have you guys watched that show Camp? I am kind of loving it, and also loving Camp Brand Goods. Take me back to summer camp, I needs it!

Also, Paleo Chicken Pot Pie. Bam.
Enjoy the weekend, dolls!

(photo from yesterday’s post, Grain-Free Peach Cobbler)

Hi, dolls!

It’s Friday, thanks Heavs. My hubby is on his way home and I couldn’t be happier! Only one more week of training and he’s ours for good again. Yes. Just in time to help us pack up and get our rear ends up to Ohio..

Anyways, amidst all the moving business (aka house showings and paperwork and avoiding actually packing anything), I just thought I’d chat it up with you a little bit and share some links that have been on my radar this week. Enjoy!

Cold Avocado Soup. Let’s discuss. Looks good, sounds good.. can’t imagine actually preparing it or putting it in my mouth. I have never been on board with cold soups.. it just seems weird to me. Like eating a smoothie out of a bowl? But again, I really think it sounds good, so maybe I’ll grow up a little and try it.

I definitely need this ghee tutorial. If you follow me on Twitter, maybe you remember when I totally burned a batch a few months back? #gheefail

Have you ever heard of Jaggery? This post was my introduction and now I really want to try it. I love products with traditional preparations.

This super cute shop called Camp Brand Goods is calling my name. I want all the things.

The move is in about a month, and I’m planning on picking up one of these books about moving for the kids. Anyone else have any book recommendations or tips on how to prepare the little ones for moving day?

Wondering if I can pull off one of these turbands. I love the look, but I’m 98% positive that I am not cool enough to wear it.

I loved this post with Pandora workout station recommendations. I would like to officially add “Eye of the Tiger” radio to the list ‘cuz it’s my jam.

And lastly, The Surest Way to Promote God’s Good Plan for Marriage and some sweet words on Teaching Children the Bible (which features my very favorite kid’s bible.)