WHAT’S SOMETHING YOU SAW OR DID RECENTLY THAT MADE YOU SMILE?
Andrea The flowers blooming on the cherry trees. Amanda H. A picture of Emily’s dog, Sanford, at the dog park smiling. Esther My son told his siblings he “adores them.” It was so sweet! Mari That my plants are thriving! Katie
Maggie My dog, Cha-Cha,
Stephanie Coming home to my elderly dog and seeing him wagging his diaper booty in excitement! Tom Got to meet my dog’s best friend from doggy day care! Loni My son brought me a slightly smushed but pretty flower he picked himself. It’s the little things! Aimee When my daughter thanked me for letting her go to London for spring break.
greeting me when I get home from work with a little tap dance! Ashlyn Went to an outdoor roller
skating “rink.” Amanda D.
Went to a friend’s house for game night and had lots of homemade Puerto Rican and Haitian food. Julia The way my nephew says “whoa” in total amazement every time he sees something new. Bella New home decor from Hobby Lobby and finally putting everything up.
Baby snuggles and giggles with my best friend’s baby! Becky
Seeing my kid earn his second varsity letter in wrestling as a sophomore!
G inger P ork S tir -F ry Inspired by TasteOfHome.com Looking for a healthy stir-fry that has all of the delicious flavors and none of the heavy ingredients? This one might be perfect for you!
ingredients • 1 tbsp cornstarch • 1 cup orange juice • 2 tbsp soy sauce
BRAIN BREAK
• 1 small onion, sliced • 1/4 lb fresh snow peas • 1/2 sweet red pepper, julienned • Cooked rice • Green onion, chopped (optional) • Sesame seeds (optional)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1/4 tsp ground ginger • 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into thin strips • 2 tbsp canola oil
directions 1. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch, orange juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger until smooth; set aside. 2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, stir-fry pork in oil until lightly browned, about 4–5 minutes. Remove pork and add onion, peas, and red pepper. Cook until crisp-tender, about 3–5 minutes. 3. Stir in orange juice mixture and pork. Bring to a boil, and then cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve over rice. Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds, if desired.
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