#flowertherapy might be right up there with #water #flowertherapy might be right up there with #watertherapy.  Love passing the time in secret wildflower patches. As you do. 🌸
I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ C Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ 
Context: 1/ picture perfect weekend, 2/ threw together a quick meal w udon noodles, steak and broccoli, so good, 3/ the sun reflections on this painting struck me today, looked like a cross 4/ it takes all afternoon but nothing like Sunday Gravy, 5/ six months old, 6/ when he wants some serious zzzz’s, he covers his eye with his ears, the cutest, 7/ breakfast pastries at @coniglios
I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛
Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged photo, but Lola just has ZERO boundaries and Clifford is exceptionally patient. 😂
I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s so good for you), so when I saw that a local patisserie has a smoked salmon croissant available (weekends only), I added it to my list of things to seek out. I popped into @chocolatinenj early on Mother’s Day and was rewarded with this deliciousness. Layers of soft flaky croissant dough, tender smoked salmon, light whipped cream, thinly sliced red and green onion slivers and dotted with capers… it was every bit as amazing as you’d imagine it would be. If you’re local, don’t sleep on this one. 😋
Weekend photos in review, the belated edition. 1/ Weekend photos in review, the belated edition.

1/ hit up a few yard sales and snagged this beautiful pasta dish from Italy with my favorite color for a buck, 2/ and one of these printer trays came home with me too, 3/ pre Mother’s Day celebrations with 30 local moms, 4/ finished the weekend supervising furniture assembly
Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd bir Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd birthday. Unfortunately she’s not here to celebrate because she died suddenly at age 49. I think of her often … every Mother’s Day because we spent most of them together since her husband worked weekends … when I discover a new food adventure (we once did a day long donut crawl) … when I’m sharing a special time with my kids knowing that her then-11 year old is growing up without her. Before she passed, I always appreciated every day, but since then, even more so. You never know what the next day can bring, so relish in the sunshine, surprise rainstorms, making wishes over railroad tracks and all the wonderful randomness life can throw your way. Don’t waste a single second, say yes, live on the outskirts of your comfort zone, laugh often, tell people you love them, give eight second hugs, and squeeze every ounce of joy you can out of life. Do it for the people who can’t. ✨
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Just Call Me Aunt Cate, Part Deux

June 1, 2009 · Narrative

Remember a few weeks ago when I shared some exciting news with you? What I didn’t tell you was how soon the baby was coming. Coming from someone who kept her own pregnancy on the down-low for the whole nine months, this shouldn’t come as any surprise to you. You never know what we’re up to over here.  I like that.

I’m so excited for the newest, littlest arrival in our family and can’t wait to meet her. I’m trying to kick the last dregs of a nasty head cold, so won’t get to meet her until Wednesday, but until then…

Sadie Julienne

Sadie Julienne
8 lbs, 12 oz
20 inches

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  1. Tyanne says

    June 1, 2009 at 9:06 pm

    Congrats….she is so cute.

    Reply
  2. Claire says

    June 1, 2009 at 9:18 pm

    Oh, Cate! You are horrible. :-) She’s precious…a chunk of a baby. I love that…Sophie and Sadie. Great!

    Claires last blog post..Dangerous Layers

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  3. Amanda Nicole says

    June 1, 2009 at 9:29 pm

    I love that name! Congrats to the whole family!

    Amanda Nicoles last blog post..back in it

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  4. Patsy Kreitman says

    June 1, 2009 at 9:35 pm

    What a sweet little face! Congratulations, Aunt Cate!

    Patsy Kreitmans last blog post..Weight Watchers: Noodles in Sesame-Soy Sauce

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  5. ciaochowlinda says

    June 1, 2009 at 9:52 pm

    You are a lucky aunt!

    ciaochowlindas last blog post..More More Morels

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  6. Magda says

    June 1, 2009 at 10:56 pm

    OH GOODNESS!! Congrats to you! Please give sis my best. I assume she won’t be checking her facebook page any time soon!!

    Reply
  7. sharon says

    June 2, 2009 at 1:10 am

    Congrats and what a sweet name :) Hope you feel better soon.

    sharons last blog post..No Steak Today, just Feta and Herb Stuffed Shrimp

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  8. Janet says

    June 2, 2009 at 1:49 am

    Oh I love newborn pics! She’s a doll! Congrats to the family!

    Janets last blog post..Lemon Meringue Pie with homemade crust

    Reply
  9. maris says

    June 2, 2009 at 9:02 am

    Look at you over there, keeping baby secrets! Congrats and hope you feel better soon so you can meet the latest O’.Malley.

    mariss last blog post..An Unlikely Favorite: Almond Butter Blondies

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  10. Cathy says

    June 2, 2009 at 9:05 am

    Congrats! She’s adorable – and love the name!

    Cathys last blog post..Yes, another burger

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  11. Jess says

    June 2, 2009 at 9:47 am

    Congrats! I LOVE me some newborns!!!!!

    Thanks for stoppin’ by and leaving a comment, it makes me feel so special ;)

    Jesss last blog post..More from Jacob’s Birthday

    Reply
  12. Joanne says

    June 2, 2009 at 3:27 pm

    I can’t believe you kept your pregnancy a secret for so long! You must have been so tiny.

    Congrats to your sister and your family, Sadie is so beautiful. I love her name!

    Joannes last blog post..Penne-Wise Pumpkin Pasta (With Trees)

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  13. Cate says

    June 2, 2009 at 4:17 pm

    Thanks Tyanne!

    Joanne – sorry, should have been more clear. I only kept my pregnancy a secret from Sweetnicks readers. Trust me, that was hard enough – no way could I have kept it from anyone else. ;)

    Jess – thanks for dropping by!

    Cathy – I love the name too and glad it’s in the family now. :)

    Maris – thanks, Maris! These darn spring colds!

    Janet – so hard to resist a newborn, isn’t it?

    Sharon – thanks, on all counts!

    Ciao – I *am* a very lucky aunt and love being one!

    Magda – thanks! You live too far away!

    Amanda Nicole – thanks!

    Patsy – I know, right?! Those cheeks!

    Claire – tee hee! But this time, in my defense, she made the call. ;)

    Reply
  14. The Sister In-Law says

    June 2, 2009 at 8:42 pm

    Congrats – she’s beautiful!

    Reply
  15. Sarah Caron says

    June 2, 2009 at 9:26 pm

    She’s so precious. Congratulations to everyone on the newest arrival. She is going to have a great time with her big sister and cousins. :)

    Sarah Carons last blog post..Grilling Up the Perfect Homemade Hamburger

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  16. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

    June 2, 2009 at 11:58 pm

    How totally sweet is she?? I’m going to become a aunt to a brand new baby boy this Friday :) So excited!

    Lori @ RecipeGirls last blog post..Plantain- Wrapped Crab Cakes with Avocado Aioli

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  17. Tavolini says

    June 3, 2009 at 10:13 am

    Congratulations!! Super cute :)

    Reply

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I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ C Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ 
Context: 1/ picture perfect weekend, 2/ threw together a quick meal w udon noodles, steak and broccoli, so good, 3/ the sun reflections on this painting struck me today, looked like a cross 4/ it takes all afternoon but nothing like Sunday Gravy, 5/ six months old, 6/ when he wants some serious zzzz’s, he covers his eye with his ears, the cutest, 7/ breakfast pastries at @coniglios
I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛

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#flowertherapy might be right up there with #water #flowertherapy might be right up there with #watertherapy.  Love passing the time in secret wildflower patches. As you do. 🌸
I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ C Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ 
Context: 1/ picture perfect weekend, 2/ threw together a quick meal w udon noodles, steak and broccoli, so good, 3/ the sun reflections on this painting struck me today, looked like a cross 4/ it takes all afternoon but nothing like Sunday Gravy, 5/ six months old, 6/ when he wants some serious zzzz’s, he covers his eye with his ears, the cutest, 7/ breakfast pastries at @coniglios
I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛
Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged photo, but Lola just has ZERO boundaries and Clifford is exceptionally patient. 😂
I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s so good for you), so when I saw that a local patisserie has a smoked salmon croissant available (weekends only), I added it to my list of things to seek out. I popped into @chocolatinenj early on Mother’s Day and was rewarded with this deliciousness. Layers of soft flaky croissant dough, tender smoked salmon, light whipped cream, thinly sliced red and green onion slivers and dotted with capers… it was every bit as amazing as you’d imagine it would be. If you’re local, don’t sleep on this one. 😋
Weekend photos in review, the belated edition. 1/ Weekend photos in review, the belated edition.

1/ hit up a few yard sales and snagged this beautiful pasta dish from Italy with my favorite color for a buck, 2/ and one of these printer trays came home with me too, 3/ pre Mother’s Day celebrations with 30 local moms, 4/ finished the weekend supervising furniture assembly
Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd bir Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd birthday. Unfortunately she’s not here to celebrate because she died suddenly at age 49. I think of her often … every Mother’s Day because we spent most of them together since her husband worked weekends … when I discover a new food adventure (we once did a day long donut crawl) … when I’m sharing a special time with my kids knowing that her then-11 year old is growing up without her. Before she passed, I always appreciated every day, but since then, even more so. You never know what the next day can bring, so relish in the sunshine, surprise rainstorms, making wishes over railroad tracks and all the wonderful randomness life can throw your way. Don’t waste a single second, say yes, live on the outskirts of your comfort zone, laugh often, tell people you love them, give eight second hugs, and squeeze every ounce of joy you can out of life. Do it for the people who can’t. ✨

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