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It is that time of year!!!  Masters Week is next week so I won't be around for the next few weeks.  Last Sunday was my last day off until April 16.  Most of the running around is done so now it is down to long hours at work.  It is fun though - tons of fun corporate clients in town.

Hope to get to the tournament on Sunday!

See ya after my hiatus!

chicken spaghetti/mac n cheese carbonara

It is about time I shared these recipes.  They are both fantastic!

I have to warn you - this is a special occasion dish.  The cheese alone was probably $50 and it CAN NOT be good for you.  Unless you need comfort food, which we do now and everyone does at some point right?  So, mac n cheese carbonara was not something I could pass up.  And, it was well worth it!!

I did add some diced ham for a larger protein presence.  The pancetta was amazing all by itself though.  I served it with an arugula salad - one of my favorites.  Just toss some arugula in olive oil, kosher salt, pepper, feta cheese and pine nuts.  So simple and tasty!

This is another yummy one that is much more economical and better for you!!  Chicken spaghetti from The Pioneer Woman.  The Bowens got some of this when we went to see little Tensley.  Yum!!

ENJOY!

avett brothers

One of my favorite bands was in town on Sunday - The Avett Brothers!!!  They have been here many times in the past (and in much smaller venues) but it was all before I moved here. 

If you don't know the Avett Brothers, you may recognize them from the Grammys.  They performed with Mumford and Sons (another fave of mine, from across the pond) and Bob Dylan. 

 They did not disappoint!  Very energetic and commanding.  The long-haired Asian cellist was hysterical. 

 Even when the two brothers did a duet, the entire audience was entranced.  They were so humble and you can tell they love what they do!

The opener was Langhorne Slim.  He was pretty cool too.  Brad LOVED him!

Here is a video of my favorite newish song of theirs - Head Full of Doubt.  They performed this at the Grammys.  LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!!

If they are in a town near you, GO!

happy birthday martha!

As I mentioned earlier, we went to Frog Hollow Tavern for Martha's bday before heading to Thomson to visit Levi and Walker.

The girls!  Such a fun dinner!

brad's cars

We parked at Brad's building for the Avett Brothers concert on Sunday.  He choose the spot directly across from his work car!  When he goes out to appraise property, this is what he drives - a navy Crown Vic.  When he goes in the 'hood, everyone scatters like roaches thinking he is a cop.  Ha!

brad holds tensley

On Sunday, we went to meet Tensley Grace!!  This is the first baby Brad has ever held.  Doesn't he look so calm and comfortable?  Ha.

Tensley is beautiful and has a wonderful family!!  Am looking forward to watching her grow up!

lately

Things are still crazy in the Shingler household.  Here's what we've been up to...

Last Friday, we celebrated Martha's birthday with Natalie and two other couples from Louisville at Frog Hollow Tavern.  I do have pictures and will get them up soon.

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After dinner, we headed to Thomson to watch UGA lose (barely) with my brother and his great friend, Walker.  Walker's wife, Melissa, is due this summer with baby #1 so she was sleeping.  :(

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Sunday, we had a Mexican date with Mike and Blake.  These two were just back from their honeymoon and missing it still.  I hear ya!

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Granny is home!  We spent a lot of time with her in the hospital and she went home Monday.  We saw her Tuesday and she looked great.  We will both take some time with her this weekend.  She still needs your thoughts and prayers!

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This weekend we will also go visit Tensley Bowen.  Sunday night, we are heading to see the Avett Brothers!!!!!  I am SO excited.  These guys put on a great live show and I can't believe they are going to be in lil ol' Augusta!!  Dinner planned with friends beforehand too.