Oh mommy, talking sponges and an apology!
Finally found the worlds greatest sponge and talking Mothers Day recipes and gifts.
Hi Friends,
Note of apology before the regularly weekly scheduled newsletter. I heard from some subscribers that Substack (the platform I use to write and send these emails) sent an email to you that looked like it was from me, asking you to subscribe to the paid version. It was confusing and I am SO SORRY! I did not send that email. There is a paid option and I’ve mentioned it before, if you’d like the paid version and can’t swing it right now, totally fine, message me and no questions asked I’ll put you on the paid newsletter (which gets you a special ‘what to make this month’ email and 2 ad free recipes per month.) Regardless, the weekly email will always remain totally free to you, Substack helps newsletter creators like me stay in business by offering options for paid support of our work (and keeps fees for using the platform super low - zero low!) Anyway, that email resulted in a huge flurry of unsubscribes (sad) but you’re still here and I really appreciate that, thank you, and again, sorry if it was confusing, it wasn’t me! Now on to the newsletter…
After 38 years, I think I have finally found the worlds best sponge, the Scrub Mommy, it like, really, actually, works! Why didn’t anyone tell me?
My mother in law also told me the trick to throw it in the dishwasher and I’ve been doing that every few days and it keeps the sponge nice and clean.
The sponge:
dual sided scrubber and sponge
her smile cleans both sides of utensils.
looks super cute - even made Frankie want to help me with dishes!
New on the blog
Everything I Read & Listened to in April - lots of good books, including the best book I’ve read this year, and some duds that others have given rave reviews to.
Meal Plan - The weekly meal plan! As always with printable shopping list.
Slow Cooker Italian Pork - this is one you’re going to want to make ASAP, it’s SOOOOOO good and super easy, you literally put the ingredients in the slow cooker and then set and forget it! EASY!
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas - gotta get mom something? Here’s a fun list to help.
Mother’s Day Recipe Round Up - Mother’s Day is a great day for brunch! In case you’re not sure what to make, I’m sharing a Mother’s Day recipe roundup full of tasty recipes any Mom would enjoy
Love List - In this week’s Love List we’re sharing the BEST new book, Apple+ TV recommendations the yummiest looking Monster Oat Cups and you can help us justify the price tag of a few finds!
Mother Day Recipes
Any mom will tell you that getting anything made for one is just a happy moment in and of itself lol. I’m highlighting a few recipes from this roundup
Weekend reading
Last week I shared that my favorite author Emily Henry, came out with a new books - Happy Place!!! I read it in 2 days, I just enjoyed it so so much. WELL, another author whose work I love (but who only has 1 other book out) just released Meet Me At The Lake, so if you need me, that’s what I’ll be reading!!.
Reader comment
This recipe is one of few that tastes just like the real thing! Thank you, SweetPhi!
~ Lemon Loaf with Frosting (can be made with Gluten Free or AP flour!)
April giveaway winner
For the April giveaway, we asked your favorite pizza toppings are on the post for Meatball Caesar pizza. The winner is Darcy J. (just reply to this email to claim your prize) who commented:
I’m sharing with my son’s family since they love experimenting with recipes and could absolutely help on this one! Our latest favorite: Pineapple and pancetta with fresh basil
Giveaway
For the May giveaway let me know your favorite slow cooker meal on this incredible Slow Cooker Italian pork recipe. The winner will get a $25 Amazon or Starbucks gift card - winners choice!
Are you watching anything good? We’re looking for a good show! Just hit reply and let me know!
~Phi