Weekend Moments: Good Food, Good Company, Never Enough Time

Weekend Moments: Good Food, Good Company, Never Enough Time
Some weekends feel like they slip right through your fingers, and this one was no exception. It was full, busy, delicious, and over far too quickly — but the food and the company made every minute worth it.
We kicked things off with a Costco run, which is basically a family sport at this point. After weaving through the aisles and stocking up on the essentials (and a few not‑so‑essentials), my wonderful husband took me out to breakfast at Twisted Kilt. Nothing like a good meal you didn’t have to cook to start the weekend on the right foot.
Saturday was all about comfort and family time. I made Creole‑buttered chicken with mashed potatoes — the kind of meal that fills the house with warmth and makes everyone wander into the kitchen asking, “Is it ready yet?” We spent the day hanging out with family, laughing, catching up, and just enjoying being together. I even finally cut a few inches off my hair, which felt like hitting a reset button I didn’t know I needed.
Then Sunday rolled in with football energy. My sister came over so we could watch the Seahawks defeat the Rams (always a good day when that happens). And because no game day is complete without something amazing simmering on the stove, we made braised short rib rigatoni — rich, cozy, and perfect for a chilly evening.
By the time the weekend wrapped up, I found myself wishing for just one more day. But even though weekends are always too short, this one was packed with the best things: good food, good people, and those small, ordinary moments that end up being the ones you remember.