Brown Eyed Baker

Friday Things #470

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 06:01:00 +0200

Friday Things #470

Happy Friday, friends! I hope you are well and excited for a new Friday Things! 1. Dominic had a very busy couple of weeks! Two weeks ago, he had his “wish” granted through Make-a-Wish. His wish was to meet Sidney Crosby… he (and three other boys) was signed to a one-day contract with the Penguins, […]

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Friday Things #469

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 07:01:00 +0200

Friday Things #469

Happy Friday, friends! Hooray for above-average temperatures this week that allowed us some great outside time after school! 1. Last week, Dominic had his third round of the immunotherapy/low-dose chemo combo that he began right after Christmas. We could do this round in Pittsburgh, and it was so nice to be close to home and […]

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Friday Things #468

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 07:01:00 +0200

Friday Things #468

Happy Friday, friends! We’ve got a few weeks to catch up on, so let’s jump in! 1. Joseph got glasses! Gah, I can’t believe how grown up he looks in them. He was so, so excited to match Dominic with black glasses 🥰 (The shirt he’s wearing was for the 100th day of school… he […]

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Friday Things #467

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 07:01:00 +0200

Friday Things #467

1. This boy turned EIGHT yesterday! I can’t believe how quickly time passes and boy, most days I wish I could redo the years all over again. Just to soak up every minute like it’s impossible to do when you’re in the thick of it. 2. We realized over the summer that Joseph had really […]

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Friday Things #466

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 07:01:00 +0200

Friday Things #466

1. I hope you all had a fabulous holiday season and that it brought you peace, joy, and contentment. The kids enjoyed all of the magic that comes along with Christmas ❤️ 2. I owe you an update on Dominic! The last time we chatted, I told you that Dominic was being switched to a […]

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Friday Things #465

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 07:01:00 +0200

Friday Things #465

Hi friends! I hope you’ve had a great few weeks; we were traveling for Dominic’s treatments the first part of the month, and I wanted to catch you up on all that’s been going on. Here is an update for you: 1️⃣ Long story short, the first day of his treatment caused a lingering cough […]

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Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Him

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 23:44:39 +0200

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Him

A collection of gifts perfect for any guy in your life; everything from gadgets, steaks, socks and everything in between!

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Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Her

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 23:40:45 +0200

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Her

Holiday Gift Guide for Her features a collection of gifts any woman will love; gifts from a variety of categories and a range of price points.

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Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for the Home

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 23:30:00 +0200

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for the Home

Shop our Holiday Gift Guide for the best gift ideas for anyone's home - tech gadgets, cleaning, decor, blankets, and more!

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Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts For Foodies

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 23:25:00 +0200

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts For Foodies

If you’re shopping for a “foodie,” this is the guide for you! This gift guide is a collection of some of my very favorite items and products that deserve a spot in the kitchen of every home cook or food lover. Created with the home chef or foodie in mind, I’m excited to share this […]

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Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers Under $25

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 23:22:47 +0200

Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers Under $25

Fun, creative, and out-of-the-box stocking stuffer ideas for anyone on your shopping list! If you need to fill a stocking (or 2 or 3 or 4) or want a little something extra to finish off a gift this year, here are my go-to stocking stuffers – all under $25! Stocking Stuffer Ideas FOR HIM OR […]

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Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for the Baker

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 23:13:34 +0200

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for the Baker

The ultimate gift guide for the baker in your life features an assortment of practical, fun, and unique items, all specific for anyone who loves to bake. While my Foodie Gift Guide is perfect for anyone who loves food and/or spending time in the kitchen, I created this gift guide with bakers in mind. I […]

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Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Kids

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 23:06:47 +0200

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Kids

A collection of gifts perfect for kids - everything from books, art supplies, clothes, gadgets, and more!

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Friday Things #464

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 07:01:00 +0200

Friday Things #464

1. I hope you all have had a wonderful two weeks! We enjoyed the Thanksgiving holiday with extended family for the first time in three years and it was such a lovely day. The kids had so much fun! We all reveled in nearly a week off from school and schedules and enjoyed relaxing days. […]

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Friday Things #463

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 07:01:00 +0200

Friday Things #463

1. It was an exciting week for the kids! On Tuesday night, the Pittsburgh Penguins held their Hockey Fights Cancer night and Dominic was invited to ride the zamboni after pre-game warmups. It was such a fun experience for him, and he, Joseph, and Isabelle had a great time taking in their very first hockey […]

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Friday Things #462

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 07:01:00 +0200

Friday Things #462

Well, hello there and happy Friday, friends! It’s been a while, hasn’t it? After nearly eight months, our lives have settled back into somewhat of a bit of a predictable routine and I’m so, so happy to say hi to you on a Friday again! (For more about my hiatus, you can read my initial […]

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Dominic Update 5.0

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 04:58:03 +0200

Dominic Update 5.0

Happy October, friends! I hope you have all had a wonderful start to fall and are enjoying the cooler temperatures and beautiful fall days. I’m popping in today with a new Dominic update. Thank you all so much for your emails, the cards and gifts that you’ve sent, and all of the prayers you’ve offered […]

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Dominic Update 4.0

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 03:33:52 +0200

Dominic Update 4.0

Hi everyone! I can’t believe that we are on the cusp of Labor Day and summer coming to a close. The last five to six months have been a total blur and this summer, in particular, has flown by. There’s been hospitals (chemo, stem cell harvest, surgery), clinic appointments, and driving back and forth to […]

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Dominic Update 3.0

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 03:22:24 +0200

Dominic Update 3.0

Hello friends! I hope that your summer has been absolutely wonderful ☀️ I’m popping in today to provide an update on Dominic; so many of you have written and asked how he is doing, and how the surgery went, and I thank you for your patience! First, a Thank You The outpouring of beautiful cards, […]

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Dominic Update 2.0

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 04:36:35 +0200

Dominic Update 2.0

Hi friends, I hope you all have been well and that you are kicking off summer in the best way possible! So many of you have reached out to ask how Dominic is doing and while I share a quick picture on Instagram stories occasionally, I wanted to pop in quickly to give you an […]

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