Life Lately
Happy Super Bowl Sunday, friends!
What’s on your agenda today for the big game?
Although I will admit that I’m not a huge footbal fan myself, lots of people in my life are, which makes me enjoy getting excited with them. Go Team!
With the busy-ness of life lately, I just didn’t have it in me to prepare a big Super Bowl spread, but you know had my back? Hello Fresh.
They have started something new recently that I have found really helpful. In addition to the regular weekly menu, they’ve offered fun options for holidays and events.

On this week’s menu, I opted in for a Game Day Buffalo Chicken Dip with Toasted Baguette, Tortilla Chips, Carrots, Cucumbers & Ranch.
It got delivered right to the house, with all of the ingredients needed to prepare a fun football spread, and I didn’t have to do any of the planning or shopping.
That’s a win for me right now, with how hectic life is.

My husband and I usually like to stay in and cook Valentine’s Dinner for two together each year.
Lucky for us, Hello Fresh also offered this wonderful “Lovely Night In” dinner package. It comes with beef tenderloin, truffle mashed potatoes, asparagus, and even a ricotta appetizer and two mini cheesecakes for dessert.
All we need to add is a bottle of wine and it’s the perfect romantic dinner for us to enjoy cooking together, without me having to plan and shop.

For New Year’s Eve, I added this amazing charcuterie board, which was well-worth the money.
If, like me, you need a helping had right now to get dinner on the table, plus some help with the “extras” in life, you can give Hello Fresh a try with THIS code, which will give you a nice discount.
And if you DO have time to make your own football feast, and need some last-minute ideas, here is a roundup of my favorite game-day goodies.

Baby Evie
Less time cooking and shopping, makes more room in my life for the important things…. like this girl right here.


I mean, just look at her. She’s beautiful. But also, notice anything missing?
The feeding tube is GONE, and we’re hoping it stays gone. Right now, she’s eating well enough and gaining weight without it.
She’s up to a whole 9 pounds now. Warrior Princess.

Uncle Matthew and I went to help Evie’s mama out one day this week when her daddy had to go out of town for work.


Uncle Mattie was teaching Evie how to take a good nap apparently. 😂
All Smiles
This beauty graced us with her first smiles this week. My heart literally melted down.



You guys, this girl.
When Evelynn Irene was just 5 days old in November, doctors informed her parents that she likely would not see, hear, walk, talk, eat on her own, breath on her own, or even interact with people. Ever.
And here she is– a seeing, hearing, eating, breathing, smiling miracle.
Only time will tell what other hurdles Evie has ahead of her, but she is already a true example of God’s mercy and grace.
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13
The Weekly Features!
It’s not too late for you to whip up some sweet treats for your sweet peeps. 💕
All of these goodies look AMAZING, and can be made today, friends. Seriously, your people will be so happy if you offer them any one (or more!) of these Valentine delights.

- Red Velvet Pancakes from Miz Helen’s Country Cottage
- How to Make Lofthouse Sugar Cookies from Fat Dad Foodie
- Strawberry Frappuccino from A Magical Mess
- Sugar Free Valentine Cookies from Randa Nutrition
- Strawberry Cookies from Cincy Shopper
All features have been pinned to the Sundays on Silverado Pinterest Board! I invite you to follow this board for loads of inspiration.
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Thank you so much for hosting the party.
Your granddaughter looks adorable!!!
Thanks, Kippi!
I love seeing the beautiful pictures of Baby Evie! I am so glad to see she is thriving! Thank you for hosting this wonderful party, Niky!
So many fun links to dive into this week, Niky! I love all the features you chose and all the updates on Evie! Seeing her sweet smiles and in a big girl car seat just melts my heart. God is so good and she will always be a constant reminder of that. Thanks so much for hosting. I hope your week is a special one, CoCo
Thanks so much for joining us again, CoCo, and for your sweet words. 🙂
So glad that the feeding tube is gone. Very nice.
Thanks for hosting this great party and I hope that you have a wonderful week.
Thanks so much, Patrick. I appreciate you stopping by. 🙂
Evie is a miracle. God is so awesome! Look at all of these beautiful photos of this precious little girl smiling.
Great party! Thanks for taking the time to host. Have a great week.
Thanks for hosting the party, Niky! LOVE the Evie updates!! She is truly a testimony to our Sovereign loving Savior!
Oh, what a blessing Evie is! An answer to prayers, for sure. Praying for her continued health. Enjoy this wonderful time in your life –
omgosh- your granddaughter is truly amazing. May she continue to grow an prosper. In my prayers. Have a wonderful Valentines & TY for hosting as always. XO- MaryJo
Evie is so precious Niky! Those smiles… What a gift. Always in my prayers!
Thanks so much for hosting each week. I’m wishing you and yours the happiest Valentine’s Day this year!
We love seeing your miracle! Go Evie!
Glad to hear Evie is doing well!
Evie is so sweet and she is a miracle!
I am so delighted that Evie is gaining weight and thriving. She looks healthy and happy!
Happy Valentine’s Day,
Kippi
Hi Niky,
I love your photos of that precious Grandbaby, she is sure growing. Thanks so much for featuring my Red Velvet Pancakes with Sweet Cheese Glaze, I really appreciate it! Hope you have a great week and thanks so much for the party!
Miz Helen
Thank you for the update on Evie! What wonderful news!
Shelley
Thank you for the party Niky, and I’m going to check out Hello Fresh for my daughter who is a busy career mom. Baby Evie is indeed a miracle, she looks so healthy now, continued prayers for your family! Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️
I appreciate your updates on Evie. We have friends who are in a battle for the life and health of their baby son.
We know all too well how horrifying it is to worry for the health of such a precious little one. I will pray for your friends, Michele. 💕
Sweet Evie is definitely a complete miracle. Have a great weekend Niky, and thanks so much for hosting!
Oh my goodness, I didn’t even realize today was the Super Bowl! I must have had my head buried in the snow or something! And Baby Evie is just such a special little miracle, isn’t she? Thank you for sharing her progress with us and her beautiful baby smile!
Shelbee
Haha, your sons and husband most not be big football fans either? If I didn’t have football lovers in my life, I would only be in it for the Puppy Bowl! 😂
Niky, I just love to see God in action! It is such a joy to see how Evie has improved and getting better every day 🙂 Thank you for sharing such sweet pictures of her, and for hosting.
Rachelle
Niky,
I can only imagine the joy and gratitude you feel when you look at that sweet baby…I noticed the feeding tube was gone right away! How wonderful!! Continued prayers for everyone!!
Thanks so much for hosting this wonderful party each and every week!! I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into it along with visiting all the links and choosing Features!!! Thank You!! Stay safe, healthy and happy!! Happy Valentine’s Day!!
Hugs,
Deb
Thanks so much for hosting! I’m linking up with #4 GRANDBABY LOVE and #5 WHY DO JEANS HAVE RIVETS? I’d like to invite you to drop by and linkup at some of my parties.