Lemon Pasta with Ricotta and Peas / Food + Drink

I’m still very much into this simple and delicious vegetarian pasta recipe. Peas are one of Wesleigh’s favorite veggies so we include them in many of our meals. Having this easy recipe on hand has been a real winner for dinner in our home – it’s light enough to serve during the warm summer months, but hearty enough to keep everyone satisfied.

Paige Lauren Adult Child and Mini / For the Kiddos

These are some of Wesleigh’s favorite masks to wear. They are available in a few sizes which is helpful for children’s faces to ensure a proper fit. Fortunately, Wesleigh gladly wears a mask and the masks come in a variety of cute patterns and colors to fit your childs personality crafted of super soft, breathable, organic dyed material. 

Graybarn, This Boutique Family Owned Property is Pivoting During COVID 19 via AD Pro / Home

Referred to as a haven of refuge, Graybarn is one of our special go-to restaurants here in Norwalk. Since its origin as a stagecoach stop in the 17th century, its rich history has led it to its current state as a restaurant, inn and mercantile shop, all which maintain its former charm and historical aesthetic. AD Pro explores with its family owners, The Glazer’s, how Graybarn is marketing their rooms as pied-a-terre’s for weary NYC residents as well as adding distance-friendly work out options, to keep the business running during COVID-19.

Brinker & Eliza Say My Name Necklace / Style

If I didn’t make it clear earlier, I really cherish personalized items. I think they make wonderful heirlooms and am so excited to eventually gift this Brinker & Eliza initialed necklace to Wesleigh. I personalized it with her initials after all! Mine is in SKU Peony, but its available in nautical, orange and purple. They also have these adorable barrettes in watermelon and sage.

Only Child Stereotypes via Goop / Wellness

“There is an intensity for the child in an only-child family. Which goes to this idea of dilution. Because there is no dilution, the attention is trained on one kid. And everything gets amplified. Which is something that the parents need to be mindful of.” Lauren Sandler, an award-winning journalist based in Brooklyn dives into the discomfort of only-child stereotypes and cultural assumptions about single-child families. As an only child myself, who, at present, feels entirely fulfilled with one child, I really enjoyed reading this article. 

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Although I enjoy cooking, especially with Wes, I seem to never have the right tools or ingredients on hand when I find an interesting recipe. Fortunately, this time around, I had pretty much everything needed to whip up this hearty dinner. Now that Wes and I have been preparing most of our meals together, I think it’s time to invest in some proper kitchen tools. More on that later..

Ingredients

1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted

1 pound penne (we used angel hair)

1 tablespoon kosher salt (for pasta water)

2 medium cloves garlic (smashed)

1/3 cup fresh parsley

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried

1 1/2 cups peas

15 ounce ricotta cheese

1 tablespoon lemon zest

2-3 tablespoons lemon juice (to taste)

1/4 cup oil

2 teaspoons kosher salt

3/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

In a skillet, toast the pine nuts over medium heat. Stir them constantly and watch them carefully so they don’t burn. Once the pine nuts are golden, remove to a plate and set aside. 

Fill the skillet with water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and add the pasta until it is cooked al dente.

When ready, drain the pasta and return to the same pot. Drizzle with olive oil and stir.

To make the ricotta pea sauce, blend add garlic and parsley, oregano and thyme until the parsley and garlic are finely chopped.

Add 1 1/2 cups peas, the ricotta, the lemon zest and juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 teaspoons kosher salt (see note), and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture comes together but still has some texture to it, it shouldn’t be completely smooth. 

Add the ricotta mixture to the pasta and stir. Add in remaining cup of peas.

Add 1/2 cup grated Parmesan and a few drizzles of olive oil.

Top each serving with some toasted pine nuts. 

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AERIN Woven Entertaining Pieces / Home

Williams Sonoma partnered with lifestyle expert Aerin Lauder to create this beautiful collection of handwoven rattan serving pieces. I love how her effortless and sophisticated signature style translates into these fresh and functional pieces. Bonus, they’re currently on sale!

Delta Children Double-Sided Easel / For the Kiddos 

A terrific station for the littles to get creative. With two sides (one chalkboard and one magnetic, dry-erase whiteboard and a pull down paper roll), the options for your child are endless. The fabric bins below provide a simple storage solution for crayons, markers, paper, paint, etc.

Moms Need Sleep Too / Wellness

It took far too long for us to get Wesleigh onto a good sleep schedule. We were never strict about sleep training and there was an extended period earlier this year, shortly before she turned 2yo, that we really paid for it. I went months without sleeping through the night, it was not pretty and I was running on fumes. This week, The Everymom published, “Moms Need Sleep Too: Tips and Products to Help You Get More Rest” with helpful bedtime routine suggestions and product recommendations to get 8 hours of sleep each night. 

Saie Mascara / Beauty

Although I can’t say the same for my diet (I have a huge sweet tooth), when it comes to what I put on my skin, I make sure that the beauty products we use are clean. There are tons of recently launched clean beauty brands out there and one that I’ve kept my eye on is Saie. Their mascara is made with beeswax and shae butter that conditions and brightens your lashes, perfect for everyday.

Slow Roasted Tomato Pasta / Food + Drink

I’ve been in a pasta mood lately which seems odd considering the heat wave we’ve experienced in CT but that’s beside the point. This pasta dish is next up on my list to make, it requires few ingredients (a requirement here at ‘what’s Wes whipping up’) and its highly recommended by my friend Kat which equals a win in my book. 

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