Weekend + Family + New House = Perfection

 We had a wonderful weekend; nothing could have made it better.  Here is a summary of my weekend in pictures.

Both of our parents were together in Columbia.  On Saturday night, I made this lasagna recipe that my dear high school friend had just put on her blog.  It was lights-out amazing.  It was so great, I don't even have a post-cooking picture because it disappeared instantly.  If you need a new lasagna recipe, this comes highly recommended by the 8 people that scarfed it down enjoyed it. I doubled it and am so glad that I did - it was that delish.  Thanks for sharing Kate!

the most wonderful lasagna ever

And dessert for Friday night - this cake was my own creation.  Recipe to come soon (hopefully tomorrow).

Tiramisu Pound Cake

On Saturday we set out to do some yard work; little did I know how much we would accomplish!  Both my moms LOVE gardening and were eager to start planning and sharing ideas.  Bryan's parents, my parents, and 2 of our sisters worked hard on Saturday pruning the heck out of our yard.  It looks so much better!

many hands made for a huge pile of yard debris!

Saturday night's dessert - I copied the recipe straight from one of my favorite blogs, Everyday Occasions.  This is her Meyer Lemon Cheesecake with Easy Fresh Raspberry Sauce.  It was divine, and one of those recipes that turned out just like her pictures.  It's a keeper for sure!

Meyer Lemon Cheesecake from Everyday Occasions

We had to snap an Easter family pic.  I love everyone's bright colors and the beautiful azaleas in the background.

 

me and my sis

More blog inspiration to elevate our meals and tasty treats to new heights.  Bryan's mom had coconut cake already made, but this cleaver icing idea came is again from Everyday Occasions.  Bryan's sister is the artist who made these cute little guys.

cute as can be coconut cakes!