After a string of freakishly warm late February days here in Michigan, I was seeing some signs of Spring and really looking forward to everything that comes with it.  Everything except Spring Forward which is in 2 WEEKS…didn’t we just fall back like 2 days ago?

Our bulbs were starting to grow out of the ground, this for sure means Spring is on the way!  But less than 24 hours after I saw this, we had a snowstorm show up uninvited, to drop 8+ inches on us.  So my view of green grass and spring flowers quickly turned into snow piles and salt.  Needless to say, I put my grumpy pants on to shovel snow.  I guess I can’t complain too much though, considering how mild this winter has been overall #thankselniño.

Despite the winter weather interruption, I’m still really looking forward to spring.  It’s my favorite season!  Not only is my birthday in Spring, but warmer weather also means outdoor projects, grilling, and beer.  Jeremy would grill every meal if he could, no matter the weather.  Proof: here is him “prepping” for a major snowstorm two winters ago.

This week was really busy for the both of us, so Friday night we stayed in with PJ’s, a movie, and homemade pizza.  I am allergic to dairy, and my husband couldn’t give up cheese if his life depended on it, so we usually make two different pizzas.  This is my go to recipe for pizza dough, but I was feeling particularly lazy so I just picked up some premade dough from Whole Foods.

My usual is pepperoni and mushrooms – this started when I was 5 and LOVED the Ninja Turtles.  My favorite, Donatello (don’t judge me) loved this combo in one episode, so so did I!  And it’s stuck with me into adulthood.  Jeremy tends to go a little more sophisticated with a Mellow Mushroom-inspired tomato/basil pizza.  Not surprising, considering he’s the foodie in this house.  He works for the ultimate foodie company in Ann Arbor, Zingerman’s so he’s ALWAYS bringing home something amazing.  If you appreciate REALLY good food, check it out! (He even has his own “Jeremy’s Favorite” page on the website, here!)

I’m so glad we had this weekend to recharge.  March will be here in just a few days, and I can’t wait to decorate for St. Patrick’s Day!

Jeremy and I haven’t ever really celebrated Valentine’s day, except for maybe the year we started dating (which was roughly 150 years ago – or 12, whatever.).  So this year we decided to celebrate by having our niece and nephew for a sleepover!

I love these little peaches.  To be honest, I’ve never been much of a “kid” person.  I was never one of those women who lost their mind over babies, or was super comfortable around small children.  I was always afraid I’d drop a baby if I held it, and just wasn’t super comfortable communicating with kids.  At least, until my nieces and nephews showed up.  They’re some of the smartest, funniest littles on the planet – and I just adore them.  We’re lucky enough to have two nieces and two nephews, but we only had these two this weekend.

We kicked off Saturday with brunch in Ann Arbor, and a trip to the Hands On Museum.  I remember going there when I was little, so it was really fun to see how it’s changed over the years.  I definitely found myself wandering off like a kid a few times, totally distracted by the exhibits.  GUYS, this place is for adults, too!  So much fun 🙂

We wrapped it up with gluten free mini pizzas for dinner & some Amelia Bedelia.  Perfect.

How did you celebrate Valentine’s Day?