So hungry

My little doll! I cannot believe I captured this instant. I told her to smile and she usually is too busy to stop and smile, so I didn't expect such a good shot!
Showing me around! Hopefully we can make it back and visit the petting zoo and jumpy castles when the whole world isn't there.
My two favorite people!
Her little cluster of favorites. She loves pumpkins!

I am obviously aware that this is a really silly thing to be blogging about, but it's the honest truth- I am so hungry all the time. I went from never wanting to smell food, talk about food, hear people discuss food to wanting to eat all the time. I don't remember being this hungry when I was pregnant with Coranelle. I am trying to eat healthy snacks and take care of myself, but I'm not perfect.

I also somehow gained about 7 pounds in just over 2 weeks. That seems a bit fast! But, I know it was because I was sick and then didn't really eat or drink for about 9 weeks. My body is making up for it- I guess. I just hope the weight gain slows a bit, or I'll get too big to chase my kid around!

Since I have my appetite back, I have started doing some meal planning. I am enjoying browsing through cook books and cooking again. The grocery shopping with a mini toddler- well, that's not so fun, but we get through it. Here's what I've made thus far:
Famous Mork burritos (2 batches)
Loaded baked potatoes
Huevos rancheros
Chicken fried rice
Pasta bean and sausage ziti
Spinach and cheese omelets
Warm fajita salad
Potato and bean chowder
Grilled egg sandwiches
Beer cheese bread
Mexican gumbo
Ham and cheese calzones

Whew! That's a lot of cooking! And a lot of eggs and potatoes- not sure why, but my body seemed to want them. If you have fun recipe suggestions, feel free to let me know! Or, if you have good ideas for snacks to keep me going, I'd appreciate those too!

In news unrelated to food, Ryan was a busy guy this weekend replacing the shocks and struts on our 4-runner. He's quite the handy man and also put a 3 inch lift on our car, and thus we officially have an off road vehicle! And, a pretty cool mom car, I might add. We also took a trip to the pumpkin patch (along with the rest of the world) and got some fun pictures. (Posted above). This coming weekend, my dad, Christina and Kyle arrive for a visit and we're looking forward to spending some time with them.

The lifted 4 runner!
The two Mork off roading vehicles. I think ours might be a little more "family friendly" than "Clifford"- or Josh's. I think this was taken before the lift... but I am not sure- which is sad and funny at the same time. You see, I didn't really want the lift, so you'd think I'd be able to tell the difference on the car I drive every day.

That's all for now. I hope you are all enjoying your fall!