Friday Favorites

06 September

I'm currently in the process of switching my blog over to Wordpress, and we're taking our big kids on a surprise trip for a few days..so things will be a little quiet on here next week. But hopefully we'll be back bigger and better. 😉 But first, here's some favorites from this week...

Favorite picture:

I can't get over how big Tessa looks here. If I'm being honest, there are many moments when I just watch her in amazement: that she's walking, talking, healthy, and actually able to wear normal clothes. I don't take any of it for granted, and I thank God each and every day for how He has taken care of her.

Favorite kid quote:

Grace: "I need to go wash my hands because they're all chicken nuggety."

Favorite food:

I got this recipe from my sister-in-law years ago (thanks Teresa!) and it's seriously the easiest and most delicious French toast casserole ever.

I use this bread from Target, which makes it especially good.

Overnight Caramel French Toast:

1 c packed brown sugar

1/2 c butter

1 tbsp light corn syrup

12 slices brioche bread

1/4 c sugar

1 tsp cinnamon, divided

6 eggs

1 1/2 c milk

1 tsp vanilla

In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring brown sugar, butter and corn syrup to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and pour into a greased 9x13 dish. Top with six slices of bread. Combine sugar and 1/2 tsp cinnamon; sprinkle half over the bread. Place remaining bread on top. Sprinkle with remaining cinnamon-sugar; set aside. In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, vanilla and remaining cinnamon. Pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for about 35-40 minutes.

Favorite clothing item: