A year ago I sat in the hospital for my third morning. It was quiet, no one was around. I looked at the monitor, it was showing the same situation. I was having what I knew were small contractions, but I didn’t want to tell anyone. I will never forget the quiet, and I will never forget hearing God’s voice so clear. He told me he was going to take you and I would deliver you. However, everything would be okay. I knew it would be okay, I trust God’s promises.

Family dinner has always been close to my heart. This is why I developed "DishItGirl." I was cooking for family and friends.

There are so many milestones within the first year. Almost too many to keep track of. It can be both overwhelming and exciting for any new parent.

Date syrup is a great natural sugar alternative in these yummy, easy-to-make granola bars.

After a long stretch of dealing with postpartum depression, death in the family, and sickness I was craving joy. Are things suddenly perfect and in order? No, far from it.

Around Christmas things were dark. I struggled through extreme anxiety and this heaviness. At first, I thought that this was something all new moms felt.

Like many first-time moms, I had visions of her making a face at peas. While loving avocado and happily gobbling up her pears. I had a long list of recipes ready to try.

Italy meets Japan in this super-nutritious - and super tasty - pesto variation!

At the end of that post I said I was looking forward to telling you how things were getting better. In some ways, they are, but I also realized something really important.

While we were in the NICU I would often think, this situation is not ideal for anyone. However, I wonder if God knew we needed this time.

All of the prayers put forth were felt everyday as she overcame each obstacle. Each week she made new strides.

The littlest dish is the newest addition to my kitchen. I have had thoughts about writing about my experience since it began.

Flax seeds are a low-carb, high-nutrition substitute that can take a dish from good to great!

For your next summer barbecue or gathering, introduce a new twist on an old classic and make your spread stand out with this tasty miso-based coleslaw.

As the sunshine gets warmer, dining ‘al fresco’ will become more of a daily practice. Soon it will be time for Mother’s Day brunch and other Spring celebrations.

The most important part is through all of this remember you are doing something wonderful just by having people get together. Opening up your home is opening up your heart.

This past month, I was able to spend some time out of my own kitchen. Part of cooking is learning from new experiences and being inspired

This month's favorite things includes a little bit of fall flair. October is here and fall fun is in full swing. Pumpkin spice is everywhere and farms are full of people apple picking.

While everyone was focused on New York Fashion Week, Bon Appetit Magazine was showcasing a different kind of talent. Bon Appetit Magazine celebrated it’s annual “Best New Restaurants” list.

I love it when I see family and friends starting a business, especially when it involves handmade jewelry. Lucia Pitti is the owner and creator behind “CandyStax” where she makes custom bracelets.