Hi, I'm Rachel.

A few years ago I could barely boil water.

True story.

Determined to be a kick ass wife, I developed a love for football and learned to cook in my tiny Jersey City kitchen. I spend my days working in Manhattan, my nights and weekends chasing after a rambunctious toddler, and the hours in between cooking with my husband and feeding my TV habit...oh, and I blog about it all! 

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Friday
Apr132012

Five Things Friday

Happy Friday the 13th to you!

You know we just had one of these in January? (Thanks to my husband for remembering that one).

Are you superstitious? I'm not really. I always kind of wonder if I should be but in general, I don't really pay attention to it.

This week flew by for me, especially since I had a short week. I'm psyched that the weekend is already upon us! And since it's Friday, that means it's time for my five things!

 

A-mazing animals

My aunt and uncle own horses, dogs, cats goats...going to their house is always fun and always an adventure! I snapped some photos on Easter Sunday, including this incredible one of a stray cat who wandered into their barn and gave birth to five kittens! Ah the cuteness! She offered a kitten to me (once they are a little older, of course), but I declined. I'm still not over the last kitten situation.

 

Spring blooms

I can't get enough. Trying to soak up as much as possible since blooms are so fleeting this time of year.

 

Tim Tebow

I know this isn't new news...but he's just so adorable! He's on Good Morning America today and I'm thrilled that football has a hero who is (despite whether or not you agree with his religious beliefs) simply a good, kind-hearted person. And if you don't believe me, read this article.

 

Closet detox

I spent most of the day Monday weeding out a big bag of clothing to be donated and reorganizing my closet so that I can find what I'm looking for (and simply see what I even have in general). Only half of this closet is mine. Can you tell which half? Closet space is definitely limited in our loft, but thanks to my mom for helping us make the most of this one.

 

My favorite breakfast spot

I adore 92Y in Tribeca for breakfast. In fact, I wish my budget would allow me to eat there every morning. I often stop in for scrambled eggs with fontina cheese, some dry 7-grain toast and a large coffee. It's incredibly inexpensive (under $6), deliciously fresh, and wonderfully convenient as there aren't a whole lot of options in that area.

So there you have it. Five things I'm digging this week. Hope you all have a great weekend!

What are your five things this week?

What are your weekend plans?

Reader Comments (6)

I did a closet detox when we moved a few months ago but kind of feel like I need to do it again. There are so many things that I just never wear and take up valuable space.

April 13, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterLauren at Keep It Sweet

We have friends coming tomorrow for a visit so I've been getting ready for them and trying to contain my excitement!

This is *hopefully* my last weekend filled with homework - so I'm going to buckle down and try to get it all done! I love Tebow too - I wish he was playing for the 'skins!

April 13, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterLaura @ LauraLivesLife

Rachel, are you allowed to like Tebow now that he plays for the Jets?!?! Just kidding :)

April 13, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterCrystal Jones

Hahahaha! As long as they aren't playing the Giants, I'm an equal opportunity NY team lover :)

April 13, 2012 | Registered CommenterRachel

OMG look at those kittens!!! If I lived anywhere near there I would have zero ability to say no.

April 14, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterErin

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