What's Up Wednesday in January 2026

It's the last Wednesday of the month and time to link up with Shay and Sheaffer for What's Up Wednesday. 

What We're Eating:

Saturday: We moved our date night to Saturday and tried out Cedar's Steakhouse at Foxwoods (We don't gamble but love the casino's restaurants plus it's a huge indoor complex to walk around in in winter). 

Sunday: Bolognese sauce with pasta, garlic bread, & salad


Monday: Caprese Tuscan chicken with wild rice & acorn squash w/salad

Tuesday:Pulled pork sandwiches with chips and salad.

Wednesday: Sweet chili ground turkey with rice noodles and pea pods

 Thursday: Fish casserole for my husband I then I'll make homemade chicken fingers with broccoli & potatoes for the boys.


Friday: Slow cooker garlic beef bites with green beans and salad

 


What I'm Reminiscing About: I was thinking about this blizzard the other day (I thought it had been in January but it was February of 2013) when we woke up to find that ALL the roads in CT were closed since even the plow trucks couldn't keep up. 



we had to break out the heavy equipment as plow trucks weren't enough


What I'm Loving: It's been a pretty quiet month at home and while I am not normally one to LOVE snow we had one really pretty snowstorm on the 19th that brought perfect snow hiking weather with it and I just love how pretty all the photos we took look. These types of pictures really help remind me that winter isn't all bad.

 


What We've Been Up To: Snow removal because the storm on the 19th wasn't the only one we got!, we went to the movies, played games, worked on puzzles, enjoyed some snowy walks... that's about it. 
 
 


 



A big storm on the 27th left 20 or so inches behind

 
What I'm Dreading: Tax season; I find it so much harder now that most of the year end/tax forms aren't automatically mailed directly to me. 
 
What I'm Working On: I scrapbooked our end of the year photos and had lots of fun playing with some new card making techniques this month.
 

 


 
What I'm Excited About: Evan and I booked some flights to head down south to see my sisters and parents. 
 
What I'm Watching/Reading: The latest season of Emily in Paris (Netflix), Latest season of The Pitt (HBO), Knives Out: Wake Up Dead Man (Netflix), My Lotto Dream Home (Hulu), All's Fair (Hulu), Regretting You (Paramount+), Task (HBO), Play Dirty (Prime), Avatar: Fire & Ash (at the movies!), People We Meet on Vacation (Netflix)
 

I read a dozen or so great books this month:
 

What I'm Listening to: I've listened to lots of fabulous audiobooks this month. 

What I'm Wearing: Lots and lots of sweaters and layers. 
 







 



 


What I'm Doing This Weekend: Nothing much; my husband has MSHA (mine safety) training this weekend so I'm debating about trying out a Zumba class at the gym. 

What I'm Looking Forward to Next Month: Valentine's day! I just love an excuse to spoil my guys. 
 
What Else is New: My brother has been living with us this month, we hardly see him except on weekends but it's been fun visiting with him more than usual. 
 

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Comments

  1. NatashaJanuary 28, 2026 at 6:11 AM

    I’ve been for a couple of winter forest walks this month and they are definitely gorgeous! It does help me enjoy winter more if I get outside.

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    1. Joanne January 28, 2026 at 7:02 AM

      It definitely helps me too; but sometimes I have to work really hard to get myself out there!

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  2. MarilynJanuary 28, 2026 at 6:15 AM

    That is so much snow! Your winter pictures are beautiful though! Stay warm and enjoy your day!

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  3. Lyssy in the CityJanuary 28, 2026 at 6:47 AM

    I used to dread tax season when I was a CPA, but it's nice only having to do one return now. I love all the snowy pictures!

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  4. Maria RineerJanuary 28, 2026 at 8:11 AM

    Your snow pictures are so pretty! You guys got SO MUCH snow! Enjoyed the throwback pics. Your month looks nice and cozy!

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    1. Joanne January 28, 2026 at 9:38 AM

      Yep, we definitely got a lot of snow. Seems like it's one of those winters that snow it just going to keep piling on top of snow. We haven't had one like that in a long time.

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  5. Sunshine and BooksJanuary 28, 2026 at 8:30 AM

    Joanne, those pictures of your first snowy hike are gorgeous! I guess we can put up with the freezing temps for pictures like that. How fun to have your brother living with you for a bit. ICan't wait to hear about your books this month! I hope you enjoy your Zumba class.

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  6. Dara @ Not In JerseyJanuary 28, 2026 at 8:36 AM

    Wait, you're playing triominoes? I had that game! The snow pictures definitely make snow look great. I love your outfits too. Looks like you read some good books - looking forward to your reviews!

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    1. Joanne January 28, 2026 at 9:37 AM

      Yep, my mother in law bought it a couple of years ago and we all just love it!

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  7. HollyJanuary 28, 2026 at 8:43 AM

    So fun that your brother is staying with you! Also how close are you to Foxwoods? I am guessing pretty close-lucky girl!

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    1. Joanne January 28, 2026 at 9:40 AM

      About 45 minutes. So not that far-- it's perfect for winter date nights since it's so large all indoors. I enjoy just walking around and getting some exercise in!

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  8. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!January 28, 2026 at 8:46 AM

    Oh my at this point in (my) life, that much snow would definitely keep me in! It is beautiful, but my snow days are over!

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    1. Joanne January 28, 2026 at 9:40 AM

      I can't say I go far and it makes grocery shopping a nightmare. Pushing a cart through the slush and snow is just awful.

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  9. GinaJanuary 28, 2026 at 9:32 AM

    Your clothing outfits are always so cute and the food pics have me drooling. What beautiful snowy scenes - I am a summer girlie, tho...

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    1. Joanne January 28, 2026 at 9:41 AM

      Aw, thank you! I am definitely a summer girl too but I try to at least tolerate winter.. but often fail. I'd love to live somewhere where I can wear flip flops year round.

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    2. Kim January 28, 2026 at 9:55 AM

      I'm not thrilled about tax season either. The accountant takes care of all the details, but there's still a lot for me to do. I think your food looks great though! Yum!!

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