I’m still here! As much as I love posting, I look forward to the day that Lucy’s arrival creates a noticed absence on the blog! I’m due on Wednesday, but three of my friends (also due next week) have already had their babies. Seeing pictures of those new babies makes me excited (and a little bit jealous). It doesn’t help that I found my first stretch mark on my stomach last night. But all in good time. She’ll get here exactly when she needs to.
And considering recent events in Colorado Springs, it’s a blessing she’s stayed safe inside. We’ve experienced yet another horrific forest fire, which has already destroyed almost 400 homes. My sister and her family were evacuated on Tuesday. Thankfully, their house still stands but the fire is far from contained. The city has been cloaked in smoke. Not good for anyone’s lungs but especially a newborn baby.
I’ve been spending time with my family and friends, and I’ve been organizing every inch of my house. Not only did I make these soft and chewy peach cookies yesterday, but I put the finishing touches on Lucy’s nursery. So after a long week, a little dose of sweetness is bound to do everyone good.
I adore this letter pressed card. Too pretty to store in a box.
Baby book (completed and ready), a sweet picture of my mom, and two gifts made with love.
Someone’s new favorite place to nap.
Rocker and changing table (painted by my mom) and a precious quilt made by Ryan’s cousin.
Peach Cookies
2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
12 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled
1 egg plus 1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract OR 1/2 teaspoon raspberry extract (such a good addition!)
1 cup peaches, chopped (don’t use ripe peaches as they’ll be too soggy)
Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a mixing bowl, cream together sugar and melted butter (about 2 minutes). Add eggs and stir until combined. Pour dry ingredients into wet ingredients and stir until a cookie dough begins to form. Fold in fresh peaches. Allow batter to chill for 15-30 minutes in freezer.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove batter from freezer and firm into large, 2-3 tablespoon sized balls of dough. Arrange peach cookie dough on prepared cookie sheets. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes (cookies should look slightly undercooked). Allow to cool completely on cookie sheets before removing (and enjoying!)
Lucy’s nursery is just tooo sweet! I hope the fires get better so no one has to breathe any more smoke 🙁
*fingers crossed for baby time*!
“Fold in fresh pizza” – hmm, is someone having a craving? 🙂
Oh my goodness, how hilarious! Talk about a slip 🙂 I probably should get pizza for lunch!
I have enjoyed my peeks into sweet Lucy’s nursery! Now I’m anxious to see her in it! What? You don’t think you can blog with a newborn??!! = )
Those cookies look scrumptious!
I do so hope that your area gets some of the rain that seems to be headed that way. Keep safe!
Best,
Bonnie
I just *adore* that there are so many handmade gifts for baby Lucy! I cannot wait for you to see her in person and kiss her little baby face. Before I had Taylor that was what I wanted the most. I wanted to see what she looked like and watch her do everything. Sleep, look around, play, you name it. I am so excited for you! She is so lucky to have such a sweet mama and daddy that already love her more than anyone can ever imagine. Sending love your way my sweet friend. xo
What a BEAUTIFUL nursery! Lucy will have so much fun poking around at all those treasures, especially all the touches made with love by friends and family! I especially adore the knitted items 🙂 Many blessings to you during these last few days!
Glad your sister’s house is ok and hope that the fire is out soon …
The room looks amazing!! It is so fun that at any minute baby Lucy could come. I’m thinking of you 🙂
I’m so glad to hear you and your family are safe!
Your peach cookies look like a delicious treat to enjoy while you wait to meet Lucy!
We were able to put an old wooden screen door on our baby’s nursery, which keeps our cat from sleeping in the crib. Works nicely! So excited for you, you’ll have so much fun!
I didn’t realize you had a whole group of friends all having babies! Perfect instant playgroup. 🙂 These cookies sound perfect for the new stone fruit–especially since our backyard plums are just ripe. Maybe a plum version is in my future!
I especially love the photo of your kitty asleep in the crib! So cute.
Lucy’s nursery is SO precious! Looks like Cricket is keeping her spot warm, though. Haha. These peach cookies are perfect, Monet! So soft, chewy and full of juicy peaches. I love ’em!
The nursery is just as sweet and beautiful as I thought it would be! I’ve been reading about the fires and hope that everything in the end is well and good in your family. I have never tried peaches in a cookie but it sounds like something I’d really enjoy. Have a great weekend and by great I mean welcoming Lucy to the world ; )
What a sweet nursery! I know it’s hard to wait, knowing it could happen any time now. Wishing you an easy delivery and a healthy happy baby. 🙂
Sweetness all around!!! xoxox
This nursery looks all kinds of sweet, beautiful job 😀
And these cookies are way too delicious!
Cheers
CCU
Monet, if these lovely peach cookies are anything as delicious as your raspberry cream cookies were, then I will have to bake them on Monday and think about you while I make them – keeping my fingers crossed that all will be well with you and Lucy and her impending arrival!
Sending you the biggest hug from afar!
Take good care my dear friend!
Monet,
I’m so glad that your Sister’s house and family are OK. The nursery is perfect, just missing one important item, Lucy. I’m sure that it won’t be empty much longer.
I’ll have to make these cookies, when Scott is home recuperating from surgery.
Lucy will love that room as much as the cat does! What a fantastic set of photos. Thank you so much for sharing!
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Summer is all about the peaches. But I miss the ones I used to get in Georgia. The ones in CA aren’t as good!
Hi Monet,
Lucy’s nursery is so adorable! I love the rocking chair, and the changing table, in fact, everything in her nursery!
The peach cookies looks fabulous!
I’m glad to hear that your sister and her family are OK.
Take care, and am looking forward to hear the welcoming news of Lucy’s arrival!
Oh my goodness – that set of drawers is amazing! What a gorgeous looking nursery and great looking cookies! All the best for baby time!
I’m so excited for you guys. I can’t wait to see Lucy!!! Lovely cookies and nursery Monet 🙂
I’m sorry to hear about the wildfires, although so relieved that your sister’s place has been spared. Lucy’s nursery is adorable – just like she will be!
Great looking nursery. I love the kitty picture! We’re all so exited for you, and although we don’t want to be without your blog posts, we’re all eagerly wanting to come here and find – nothing new! Because we’ll know the exciting day has finally arrived. Nice recipe, good post – thanks.
What a cute room! I am so excited for you!!
And these cookies? What a winner! I love the combination of ingredients
Yum! And the nursery looks great!
These cookies look incredible! I can’t believe your due date is this week it seems to have gone so quickly! the nursery is beautiful all it needs now is your gorgeous little daughter! hope you and your family stay safe!
The nursery is gorgeous, Monet! Everything is made with love and care. The little dress in the last picture is just precious. The one with the cat sleeping in the crib totally made me laugh. And now you have me craving fruity cookies with ice cream! Yum.
Looks great (the cookies AND the nursery) – best of luck 😉
Hello! I’ve just found your website.
Today I baked these and also your strawberry cookies (I made some strawberry jam with the remaining strawberry puree and toped them with it)).
They were not nearly as beautiful as yours (I’m not a great baker… or cook LOL), but they were certainly delicious.
Here are mines (the small ones are bite-sized peanut butter cookies.)
http://instagram.com/p/cxq427NfJ8/
Regards from Brazil. 😀