So for the last few weeks we’ve been hearing a lot of bird chirping and singing throughout the house. At first I just thought there were some loud birds hanging around outside the windows but I am pretty sure they are nested up at the top of our chimney. Some mornings they are seriously having a party up there. Bird noises fill up and and echo through the house and I have to say…I’ve been kind of liking it. It makes our home feel a little Nature Channel-ish but also very Disney-movie like. It’s keeping things interesting around here.

On a slightly more serious note, a few things have crossed my mind. Are they going to stay here forever? Will we be able to light a fire when a cold front comes through? I don’t want to kick them out, but one of our favorite things about our new house is the fireplace and feeling all cozy and making s’mores with it lit on a cool night. Does anyone have experience with this situation? I’d love to hear your thoughts. 🙂

Let’s talk soup now.

It’s not a secret that I regularly make soup. I try to make soup once a week because I find it such a convenient and healthy option when it comes to quick lunches or dinners on busy school nights. This Slow Cooker Italian Chicken, Mushroom and Barley Soup was loved by my husband and kids (2 out of 3 kids that is, one cringes when I mention soup 😉 ). It’s packed with hearty vegetables, shredded chicken and barley that will fill you up in the best way possible. If you’re a mushroom lover like I am, then you’ll especially love this one!

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