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April 18, 2016

People always have struggles with email…and it’s mostly that there’s just too much. I can totally understand this with work email. It can be so overwhelming to feel like you can’t stay on top of 50 emails per day. But, I also know that some certain emails can lift my spirits and do a great […]

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Join me on my quest to find a good salted butter! Today, I’m trying out @danishcreamery today. Pretty good! Not too salty and light and unassuming in flavor. I like it!

My rating: 3.5-4 stars out of 5

#grocerieswithgrace #butterwithgrace #buttertasting #butter

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Join me on my quest to find a good salted butter! Today, I’m trying out @danishcreamery today. Pretty good! Not too salty and light and unassuming in flavor. I like it! My rating: 3.5-4 stars out of 5 #grocerieswithgrace #butterwithgrace #buttertasting #butter

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Five weeks after our international move back to North Carolina, and I’m finally finding perspective. It’s been a whirlwind of wonderful things: new house, new car, eating old favorites and spontaneous time with family. And also many challenges: my dad had a heart attack (and is recovering well, thankfully), my parents’ dog passed away a week after we lived with them, I got bacterial pneumonia, and we’re trudging through a toddler sleep transition.

But, it feels so right being here and being close to many we love. I’m learning that every up and down is teaching and growing me, if I can stick it out and stay transparent. And I can stand confident in who I am and the strength I’ve gained along the way.

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Five weeks after our international move back to North Carolina, and I’m finally finding perspective. It’s been a whirlwind of wonderful things: new house, new car, eating old favorites and spontaneous time with family. And also many challenges: my dad had a heart attack (and is recovering well, thankfully), my parents’ dog passed away a week after we lived with them, I got bacterial pneumonia, and we’re trudging through a toddler sleep transition. But, it feels so right being here and being close to many we love. I’m learning that every up and down is teaching and growing me, if I can stick it out and stay transparent. And I can stand confident in who I am and the strength I’ve gained along the way.

5 months ago

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I’ve finally got another Life in Denmark update on my blog for week 58 (with only 1 week to go!). Check out the link in my profile for what I’m loving, missing and what I’m thinking about as we close our wonderful 14-month chapter in Copenhagen.

6 months ago

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3/16

G with G part 2! (Watch part 1 first for context.)

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G with G part 2! (Watch part 1 first for context.)

7 months ago

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4/16

Another Danish Groceries with Grace and there’s lots of goodies!

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Another Danish Groceries with Grace and there’s lots of goodies!

7 months ago

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5/16

Today, I did something that I’ve wanted to do for years: successfully bake something with yeast. About 10 years ago, I tried pizza dough and it was a disaster (old yeast, I think).

Today, I also made something that I hope to make for many years to come: Danish boller. These little rolls/buns/pillows of yummy bread have been one of my favorite finds here. These were from a recipe for a simple birthday bun with a little cardamom. And I did it, and they turned out delicious!

They just needed simple ingredients and two rises and a little kneading (where I tried to use what I’ve seen of Great British Bake-Off). And it worked! We’ve been enjoying them with salted Danish butter and jam, too. And of course, I greeted my son after daycare with a fresh one.

Although my son will likely lose most of his Danish when we move back to the US, I think we can keep his and our love of bollers with simple bakes throughout the seasons. I’m also so grateful for all the simple pleasures I’ve embraced here and how cooking and baking have been so grounding during so much change.

Love ya and your bread, Denmark. Tusind tak! 🇩🇰

Today, I did something that I’ve wanted to do for years: successfully bake something with yeast. About 10 years ago, I tried pizza dough and it was a disaster (old yeast, I think).

Today, I also made something that I hope to make for many years to come: Danish boller. These little rolls/buns/pillows of yummy bread have been one of my favorite finds here. These were from a recipe for a simple birthday bun with a little cardamom. And I did it, and they turned out delicious!

They just needed simple ingredients and two rises and a little kneading (where I tried to use what I’ve seen of Great British Bake-Off). And it worked! We’ve been enjoying them with salted Danish butter and jam, too. And of course, I greeted my son after daycare with a fresh one.

Although my son will likely lose most of his Danish when we move back to the US, I think we can keep his and our love of bollers with simple bakes throughout the seasons. I’m also so grateful for all the simple pleasures I’ve embraced here and how cooking and baking have been so grounding during so much change.

Love ya and your bread, Denmark. Tusind tak! 🇩🇰

Today, I did something that I’ve wanted to do for years: successfully bake something with yeast. About 10 years ago, I tried pizza dough and it was a disaster (old yeast, I think).

Today, I also made something that I hope to make for many years to come: Danish boller. These little rolls/buns/pillows of yummy bread have been one of my favorite finds here. These were from a recipe for a simple birthday bun with a little cardamom. And I did it, and they turned out delicious!

They just needed simple ingredients and two rises and a little kneading (where I tried to use what I’ve seen of Great British Bake-Off). And it worked! We’ve been enjoying them with salted Danish butter and jam, too. And of course, I greeted my son after daycare with a fresh one.

Although my son will likely lose most of his Danish when we move back to the US, I think we can keep his and our love of bollers with simple bakes throughout the seasons. I’m also so grateful for all the simple pleasures I’ve embraced here and how cooking and baking have been so grounding during so much change.

Love ya and your bread, Denmark. Tusind tak! 🇩🇰

Today, I did something that I’ve wanted to do for years: successfully bake something with yeast. About 10 years ago, I tried pizza dough and it was a disaster (old yeast, I think).

Today, I also made something that I hope to make for many years to come: Danish boller. These little rolls/buns/pillows of yummy bread have been one of my favorite finds here. These were from a recipe for a simple birthday bun with a little cardamom. And I did it, and they turned out delicious!

They just needed simple ingredients and two rises and a little kneading (where I tried to use what I’ve seen of Great British Bake-Off). And it worked! We’ve been enjoying them with salted Danish butter and jam, too. And of course, I greeted my son after daycare with a fresh one.

Although my son will likely lose most of his Danish when we move back to the US, I think we can keep his and our love of bollers with simple bakes throughout the seasons. I’m also so grateful for all the simple pleasures I’ve embraced here and how cooking and baking have been so grounding during so much change.

Love ya and your bread, Denmark. Tusind tak! 🇩🇰

Today, I did something that I’ve wanted to do for years: successfully bake something with yeast. About 10 years ago, I tried pizza dough and it was a disaster (old yeast, I think).

Today, I also made something that I hope to make for many years to come: Danish boller. These little rolls/buns/pillows of yummy bread have been one of my favorite finds here. These were from a recipe for a simple birthday bun with a little cardamom. And I did it, and they turned out delicious!

They just needed simple ingredients and two rises and a little kneading (where I tried to use what I’ve seen of Great British Bake-Off). And it worked! We’ve been enjoying them with salted Danish butter and jam, too. And of course, I greeted my son after daycare with a fresh one.

Although my son will likely lose most of his Danish when we move back to the US, I think we can keep his and our love of bollers with simple bakes throughout the seasons. I’m also so grateful for all the simple pleasures I’ve embraced here and how cooking and baking have been so grounding during so much change.

Love ya and your bread, Denmark. Tusind tak! 🇩🇰

Today, I did something that I’ve wanted to do for years: successfully bake something with yeast. About 10 years ago, I tried pizza dough and it was a disaster (old yeast, I think).

Today, I also made something that I hope to make for many years to come: Danish boller. These little rolls/buns/pillows of yummy bread have been one of my favorite finds here. These were from a recipe for a simple birthday bun with a little cardamom. And I did it, and they turned out delicious!

They just needed simple ingredients and two rises and a little kneading (where I tried to use what I’ve seen of Great British Bake-Off). And it worked! We’ve been enjoying them with salted Danish butter and jam, too. And of course, I greeted my son after daycare with a fresh one.

Although my son will likely lose most of his Danish when we move back to the US, I think we can keep his and our love of bollers with simple bakes throughout the seasons. I’m also so grateful for all the simple pleasures I’ve embraced here and how cooking and baking have been so grounding during so much change.

Love ya and your bread, Denmark. Tusind tak! 🇩🇰

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Today, I did something that I’ve wanted to do for years: successfully bake something with yeast. About 10 years ago, I tried pizza dough and it was a disaster (old yeast, I think). Today, I also made something that I hope to make for many years to come: Danish boller. These little rolls/buns/pillows of yummy bread have been one of my favorite finds here. These were from a recipe for a simple birthday bun with a little cardamom. And I did it, and they turned out delicious! They just needed simple ingredients and two rises and a little kneading (where I tried to use what I’ve seen of Great British Bake-Off). And it worked! We’ve been enjoying them with salted Danish butter and jam, too. And of course, I greeted my son after daycare with a fresh one. Although my son will likely lose most of his Danish when we move back to the US, I think we can keep his and our love of bollers with simple bakes throughout the seasons. I’m also so grateful for all the simple pleasures I’ve embraced here and how cooking and baking have been so grounding during so much change. Love ya and your bread, Denmark. Tusind tak! 🇩🇰

7 months ago

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This week marks one year of living abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark.

One year of learning, resting and growing. One year of problem solving and flexing. One year of all the delicious bread and pastries. One year of tight family times together.

I couldn’t be prouder of my guys, @jasoncflack and James, who have kept me grounded and also challenged me to become a more confident me. Bonus points to little Jamesy for learning Danish first. 😆

Here are some pics from that (thank the Lord) sunny first week here. 🇩🇰

#livingabroad #lifeabroad #movingabroad #movingtodenmark #rockstar

This week marks one year of living abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark.

One year of learning, resting and growing. One year of problem solving and flexing. One year of all the delicious bread and pastries. One year of tight family times together.

I couldn’t be prouder of my guys, @jasoncflack and James, who have kept me grounded and also challenged me to become a more confident me. Bonus points to little Jamesy for learning Danish first. 😆

Here are some pics from that (thank the Lord) sunny first week here. 🇩🇰

#livingabroad #lifeabroad #movingabroad #movingtodenmark #rockstar

This week marks one year of living abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark.

One year of learning, resting and growing. One year of problem solving and flexing. One year of all the delicious bread and pastries. One year of tight family times together.

I couldn’t be prouder of my guys, @jasoncflack and James, who have kept me grounded and also challenged me to become a more confident me. Bonus points to little Jamesy for learning Danish first. 😆

Here are some pics from that (thank the Lord) sunny first week here. 🇩🇰

#livingabroad #lifeabroad #movingabroad #movingtodenmark #rockstar

This week marks one year of living abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark.

One year of learning, resting and growing. One year of problem solving and flexing. One year of all the delicious bread and pastries. One year of tight family times together.

I couldn’t be prouder of my guys, @jasoncflack and James, who have kept me grounded and also challenged me to become a more confident me. Bonus points to little Jamesy for learning Danish first. 😆

Here are some pics from that (thank the Lord) sunny first week here. 🇩🇰

#livingabroad #lifeabroad #movingabroad #movingtodenmark #rockstar

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This week marks one year of living abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark. One year of learning, resting and growing. One year of problem solving and flexing. One year of all the delicious bread and pastries. One year of tight family times together. I couldn’t be prouder of my guys, @jasoncflack and James, who have kept me grounded and also challenged me to become a more confident me. Bonus points to little Jamesy for learning Danish first. 😆 Here are some pics from that (thank the Lord) sunny first week here. 🇩🇰 #livingabroad #lifeabroad #movingabroad #movingtodenmark #rockstar

8 months ago

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7/16

Our week in Bordeaux was just as sweet as a bag of French pastries. So much fun, family and food that blew my mind with its simple yet profound flavors. ☀️

I just always feel at ease in the French culture and at their tables. And this trip was even more special because we visited some distant relatives of my husband.

Vive la France! 🇫🇷

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Our week in Bordeaux was just as sweet as a bag of French pastries. So much fun, family and food that blew my mind with its simple yet profound flavors. ☀️ I just always feel at ease in the French culture and at their tables. And this trip was even more special because we visited some distant relatives of my husband. Vive la France! 🇫🇷

8 months ago

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{New Blog} Let me introduce you to my current home of Copenhagen, Denmark!🇩🇰 Things to note: -The bread and pastries here will rock your world. -There’s so much on water and land to explore! -Don’t talk to strangers. They don’t like that, but they will help you if you ask. -Our sandwiches are the fanciest. -It’s $$$ here, but most things are high quality. -Get ready to be amazed by wonderful design everywhere you turn. Ok, now ready to read my must-see and must-eats of CPH?! New travel blog is up and ready for you (link in profile)! #copenhagen #cph #denmark #cphrecs #cpheats #cphfood #cphguide

9 months ago

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9/16

Groceries with Grace: stroller edition!

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Groceries with Grace: stroller edition!

9 months ago

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10/16

It’s a new Groceries with Grace, but, wait! Where are all the groceries?!

Total cost: $22

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It’s a new Groceries with Grace, but, wait! Where are all the groceries?! Total cost: $22

9 months ago

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11/16

Some 2023 thoughts:

This year, I learned so much about myself and my little family (thank you, @radicalwellness_co for my first go at therapy + our big move for teaching me so much). I feel like a much more confident and calmer person because of it.

This year, I grew closer to @jasoncflack in times where we’ve been each other’s only familiar person in a new place. It’s stretched us in so many ways, but the stretching has made us stronger.

This year, I’ve realized how precious my family and friendship relationships are to me. Also, Marco Polo-ing with my lifelong bffs, @alverson and @annamariegerber, has been a game-changer.

This year, I quit my beloved full-time job to embark on this new international adventure, and while I miss it, I’ve really leaned in to my free time/free space and some creative but challenging freelance, too. It’s also been rewarding to have some full-time mom moments and days.

This year, I’ve learned to move through seasons and treasure the good while getting through and learning from the bad. It’s a skill I’m really working on, as I’m learning that every life season is a little different.

I’m truly looking forward to all the things in 2024, and I hope you are, too.

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Some 2023 thoughts: This year, I learned so much about myself and my little family (thank you, @radicalwellness_co for my first go at therapy + our big move for teaching me so much). I feel like a much more confident and calmer person because of it. This year, I grew closer to @jasoncflack in times where we’ve been each other’s only familiar person in a new place. It’s stretched us in so many ways, but the stretching has made us stronger. This year, I’ve realized how precious my family and friendship relationships are to me. Also, Marco Polo-ing with my lifelong bffs, @alverson and @annamariegerber, has been a game-changer. This year, I quit my beloved full-time job to embark on this new international adventure, and while I miss it, I’ve really leaned in to my free time/free space and some creative but challenging freelance, too. It’s also been rewarding to have some full-time mom moments and days. This year, I’ve learned to move through seasons and treasure the good while getting through and learning from the bad. It’s a skill I’m really working on, as I’m learning that every life season is a little different. I’m truly looking forward to all the things in 2024, and I hope you are, too.

11 months ago

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In an effort to honor my new Danish roots (of 7 months), I’ve concocted these cardamom-rolled snickerdoodles, aka Cardamom-doodles. And it’s all for another year of The Sweetest Season blogger cookie exchange. 🍪 Grab the recipe (link in profile) for a light sugar cookie with a little extra warmth from a favorite Scandinavian spice. 🎄 #newrecipe #holidaybaking #cookie #snickerdoodle #snickerdoodles #cardamom #cardamomcookies #cardamomdoodles #sweetestseasoncookies

12 months ago

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13/16

The days are darker. The sun is a little more shy. But I’m learning to appreciate the colors and textures around me…and having a little fun with it. 🍂

#lifeindenmark #leaves #fallindenmark #cph

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The days are darker. The sun is a little more shy. But I’m learning to appreciate the colors and textures around me…and having a little fun with it. 🍂 #lifeindenmark #leaves #fallindenmark #cph

1 year ago

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We did not make it easy on @hannamirr_ph getting our family photos with a wiggly toddler, but she really captured this season of our family so beautifully! And I love that these feature our rental home yard and local park to remind us of some of our favorite places here in Copenhagen.

❤️ I just love my crew.

We did not make it easy on @hannamirr_ph getting our family photos with a wiggly toddler, but she really captured this season of our family so beautifully! And I love that these feature our rental home yard and local park to remind us of some of our favorite places here in Copenhagen.

❤️ I just love my crew.

We did not make it easy on @hannamirr_ph getting our family photos with a wiggly toddler, but she really captured this season of our family so beautifully! And I love that these feature our rental home yard and local park to remind us of some of our favorite places here in Copenhagen.

❤️ I just love my crew.

We did not make it easy on @hannamirr_ph getting our family photos with a wiggly toddler, but she really captured this season of our family so beautifully! And I love that these feature our rental home yard and local park to remind us of some of our favorite places here in Copenhagen.

❤️ I just love my crew.

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We did not make it easy on @hannamirr_ph getting our family photos with a wiggly toddler, but she really captured this season of our family so beautifully! And I love that these feature our rental home yard and local park to remind us of some of our favorite places here in Copenhagen. ❤️ I just love my crew.

1 year ago

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Groceries with Grace this week: Got some fruit, cookies, tortillas and more!

#netto #grocerieswithgrace #groceryshopping #groceryhaul #groceryunbagging #lifeindenmark #expatindenmark #groceryshoppingindenmark

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Groceries with Grace this week: Got some fruit, cookies, tortillas and more! #netto #grocerieswithgrace #groceryshopping #groceryhaul #groceryunbagging #lifeindenmark #expatindenmark #groceryshoppingindenmark

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