Hey everyone! I feel like it's been a while since i've done a daily dish! So, where do I begin!?! I wanted to share a few of my latest happenings behind the scenes of Dashing Dish, but also some of my current favorites!

When it comes to HAPPENINGS, I have pretty busy since the release of my new books in the new year! Busy in a good way though! From interviews, to speaking, and book signings (where I have met some amazing people), it has been a whirlwind and so much fun! The best part about my book release the past few months to has been seeing my cookbook and devotional book in stores...and hearing stories, seeing pictures, and hearing how you guys enjoy them! Nothing blesses my heart more!!!

If you follow me on Instagram you know that I have been doing something called Fan Fave Friday, where I share a picture from one of you guys when you tag photos from recipes you create! It's been surprisingly hard to pick just one! You guys take awesome pics of the food! So fun!

In February I had the opportunity to be on The Harvest Show to discuss my new devotional! It was a blessing, and I had the opportunity to meet such a wonderful team of people!

Also in the month of February, my older sister threw a Valentines Day theme book signing party with some friends!

In March I flew out to San Antonio, where I did a cooking segment on The Difference Show with Matt and Kendal Hagee. So fun!

We also celebrated my dad's birthday! People always say I get my 'young face' from my dad...how great does he look!?! He just returned from a missions trip to Ethiopia- he's one of my greatest hero's! :)

The weather was a bit on the warm side for March here in Michigan (yeah), which calls for frozen yogurt for sure!

I welcomed spring around our home by adding some spring flare to our decor!

I also started to take regular walks again, which is always one of the GREATEST treats when the weather finally warms up! It is a time I look forward to most, because I feel like I have nothing else to think about/do but listen to worship music and just think about the Lord! He downloads so much into me when I walk, and I think it's because I don't have any other distractions! I treasure this time with Him!

In March I also had a book signing in my home town, Ann Arbor Michigan. It was so much fun meeting so many of you and hearing your stories! I love how the internet can connect us, but meeting you guys face to face is the absolute best!

At the end of March I went to visit my beautiful childhood best friend, who lives in Virginia to celebrate her first baby! She is having a little girl, and I couldn't be more excited for her... I just wish we lived closer!

How beautiful is this momma-to-be!?! I just love her!

The beginning of April marks an especially cheering version of myself every year, because I know spring is officially here (or at least on it's way here in Michigan!) Spring has always been my favorite season. Seriously, something about it has always been so amazing to me, and so representative of how the Lord brings things that seem lifeless back to life!

Spring always brings with it the celebration of Jesus's resurrection on Easter! How fitting is it that it that Easter falls in the beginning of spring. Jesus represents new birth and new life..and a fresh start which pairs so perfectly with the new season!

We celebrated Easter with family. We went to visit my sisters church (she lives about an hour away), then went back to her house and spent the day with my family!

April 8th marked an amazing day for my sisters and I when we had the opportunity to minister at the Brave Women's Conference together! God's poured out His love and presence in a mighty way in each and every woman there, including the three of us! It was a night I will never forget!

I shared my testimony and about finding your identity and value in Christ to the young adult women's group at Freedom Center. What an amazing night this was! God did some amazing things in the area of restoration and healing women's hearts.

I have also had the opportunity to speak at a few different MOPS groups this month, which has truly brought on a huge passion that I didn't even know was there until recently! I have always known that I had a desire to help busy mom's with cooking and eating healthy here at Dashing Dish, which is why most of my recipes are kid friendly, and made with a few simple ingredients that are easy to find and inexpensive. However, meeting so many precious women that are caring for little ones really opened my eyes to see what a huge impact mom's can have on their children's self worth and identity, especially when they are young! I also feel like God has been putting a desire on my heart to help mom's meal plan and get their kids involved with cooking and learning nutrition. What a powerful impact that could make on the next generation coming up!

And last but not least, I wanted to share about one of the most impactful dreams I have had to date. Normally, I would never share a dream on social media/Dashing Dish, but this dream was one that I knew was not just for me, but rather to minister to others. You can read more about the dream here if you'd like! It brings tears to my eyes just to think about it! Surely it will be something I will remember forever!

As far as FAVORITES go, here are a few things that I am currently enjoying!

Another favorite has been these amazing books/resources written by my friend Jen from Unveiled Wife. Her and her husband are doing amazing things in the Kingdom for promoting healthy marriages Gods way!

My journal from my sweet friend Dayna has been an every day favorite of mine. I use it for journaling. Ilove it because it has scripture at the top of each page, and the cover alone has reminded me of the truth so many times!

As far as music goes, I have been loving this remix of Brit Nicole's album! I have been listening to it when I'm working out, and I love every song! It has a great beat for getting you motivated!

My sister Sarah surprised me with some of her favorite all natural cleaning and food products...The best part!?! It was just because!!! What a fun package this was to open!!! I have been loving the Branch Basics cleaning supplies!

As far as meals go, well I am always in the mood for one of my protein shakes for breakfast. For lunch lately, I have been loving my Clean Eating Creamy Egg Salad. It is quick, easy to make, and super filling and delicious!

For dinner I have been making a variety of things, but one of my favorites has been my 15 Minute Peanut Chicken & Broccoli recipe!

For snacks I have been enjoying my No Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars. They are the perfect pick-me-up mid-day, and they cure that sweet/salty craving that often strikes around 3 pm! ;)

And for dessert, lately I have been making my Clean Eating Chocolate cake from my cookbook!

Or my 3 Ingredient Strawberry Slushie!

Other FAVES are my sweet husband who supports me, prays for me, and is by my side through everything (he even comes to MOPS groups with me! ;) Now how is that for support!?!) He has also been pulling double shifts working on his client graphic design work, along with working long hours on the new Dashing Dish site and iPhone App! I couldn't be more thankful for this creative genius God placed in my life! And this brings me to another fave- the new site!!! It is coming together, and I am beyond excited!!!

And of course my little sweet pea Zoey- the most faithful giver of joy daily! :)