<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[It's Mama Sharkey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Itsmamasharkey]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:36:25 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Chuck Roast Tacos]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a mom, I am constantly seeking out easy and quick meals that are both delicious and filling. Minimal prep work is much appreciated! We went to a friend's house for Memorial Day Weekend and they made chuck roast tacos and they were SO good so I had to ask for the recipe (thanks Joey!). I made some tweaks based on what we had at home and now this recipe will be on repeat in the Sharkey home! Chuck Roast Tacos Ingredients • ~3lbs chuck roast • 2 packets of taco seasoning (we use Siete brand)...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/chuck-roast-tacos</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2878d22d2809110fe9c4fc</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:46:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_ae5ad176daf846ddbe644f1bc07b8829~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sourdough Honey Cinnamon Graham Crackers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The perfect snack and best part is it's refined sugar free and just sweetened with honey! It's the perfect blend between a graham cracker and cinnamon toast crunch! They are delicious and my toddler loves them, which is a definite win! Better than store-bought and made with good ingredients! Sourdough Honey Cinnamon Graham Crackers Ingredients • 120 g whole wheat flour • 95 g all-purpose flour • 3 g baking soda (½ tsp) • 3 g salt (½ tsp) • 4 g cinnamon (1½ tsp) • 57 g cold butter, cubed • 113...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/sourdough-honey-cinnamon-graham-crackers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a22145c367ed35011d6b046</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:19:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_0b8b84f314f247abb231e67135782992~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tzatziki Dip ]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're a dip person, this should be a staple in your house! Great with any Greek/Mediterranean food and so good to dip fries into! My toddler son loves  to dip his steak in it and eats it by the spoonful! Tzatziki Dip Ingredients 1 cup greek yogurt 1 persian cucumber, grated + drained 1 garlic clove, grated 1 Tbsp chopped fresh dill 1 tsp salt 1 Tbsp olive oil 1/2 lemon, squeezed Instructions Grate cucumber and drain/squeeze out the water with a paper towel or cheese cloth. Add all of the...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/tzatziki-dip</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e7eaeb87a5c2e7c1376d95</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:30:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_2d4dea3cc5404bb983178394112406da~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gluten-Free Lactation Bars]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is for my breastfeeding mamas! But honestly, they are amazing even if you aren't breastfeeding, you can just omit the brewer's yeast. My friend made these for me when I was postpartum and I loved them so much and had to get the recipe from her, so thank you to my friend Taylor! These bars are so easy to make but also packed with tons of nutrients to help support postpartum recovery and breastfeeding. They are a great quick snack or dessert to have on hand! GF Lactation Bars Ingredients...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/gluten-free-lactation-bars</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dff53547c3def1fff0d715</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Motherhood]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:52:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_e64694628cc34b008be85737507c662a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I Chose to Be a Stay-at-Home Mom (And What It Really Looks Like)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Before I Became a Mom Before I became a mother, I always assumed I would work at least part-time. After spending so much time, money, and effort becoming a physical therapist, a big part of my identity was tied to my career—growing professionally and helping my husband, West, grow his business. Life felt very structured. It was a step-by-step approach: set goals, reach them, and then move on to the next thing. When Everything Changed Then I became a mom—and everything shifted. My priorities...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/why-i-chose-to-be-a-stay-at-home-mom-and-what-it-really-looks-like</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c9beb4af19906fa17b1885</guid><category><![CDATA[Motherhood]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:00:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_4a23aa5900ab4fe58515f2126d385ad8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Butter Chicken Recipe]]></title><description><![CDATA[I'm always wanting to make easy and quick recipes for dinner that are flavorful and toddler (and husband) approved! And this one is a keeper! It's been added to our dinner rotation and also makes for great leftovers. It comes together in less than 30 min and is a one pan dish so minimal cleanup! I like to serve with jasmine rice and sourdough naan. Butter Chicken Ingredients 1 tablespoon avocado oil 1 tablespoon butter 1/2  medium onion, diced 1 teaspoon fresh ginger , finely minced 3 cloves...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/butter-chicken-recipe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c9c19aaf19906fa17b1dd6</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 22:04:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_5084101898bd4abeb012ebdbef140976~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our Potty Training Experience: What Worked, What Didn’t, and Encouragement for Moms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Potty training can feel overwhelming, especially as a stay-at-home mom juggling so many moving parts. I hope our experience encourages you and gives you a simple, realistic picture of what this stage can look like. Our Potty Training Story We officially potty trained Noah a couple of weeks before his second birthday. I was pregnant at the time, and one of my personal goals was to have him potty trained about two months before our second baby arrived. I knew I didn’t want to be in the middle...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/our-potty-training-experience-what-worked-what-didn-t-and-encouragement-for-moms</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c1adb669ed8cb882ab8642</guid><category><![CDATA[Motherhood]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:40:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_199b79a4824f45558551e5dc36ff2ec9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamburger Helper]]></title><description><![CDATA[My mom used to make Hamburger Helper from the box and I loved it when I was younger! Honestly the ingredients are probably trash so finding a way to make hamburger helper without all of the seed oils, dyes, and additives was a huge win! This recipe comes together in 30 min and one pan. We love a "quick to cook and quick to clean up" meal! Hamburger Helper Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 bell pepper (optional), chopped 1/2 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp salt 1 tsp italian...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/hamburger-helper</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697a849b4c1c36a19b75d8d1</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 23:25:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_5404786144e1402a86ab3edd844484e2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicken Divan]]></title><description><![CDATA[This was a comfort food growing up, so this recipe is thanks to my mama! It was such a staple and this warm casserole dish always hit the spot. It is also extremely easy to make which is a huge win! Chicken Divan Ingredients 3-4 cups broccoli florets chopped and steamed 1 lb of cooked chicken breast or thighs (shredded) 1 cup mayo 2 tsp curry powder 3 Tbsp lemon juice 2 cans of cream of mushroom soup 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Panko or bread crumbs for topping Instructions Chop broccoli...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/chicken-divan-recipe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696ff08a8067b29f7ce64081</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:31:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_f3b131cf0442497cbacd249ab537f1e6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supernatural and Pain-Free Birth Story: Garrison's Makes His Debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[I'm so excited to share my supernatural and pain-free birth story. I have another post that talks about the back story of my labor/delivery preparation (reference here ). It is definitely a must read to understand how God truly came through in all the details and answered my specific prayers and declarations that I prayed for my labor and delivery. I love to talk about all the details so I apologize in advance if some of this post is TMI but I'm the type of person who wants to know all  the...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/supernatural-and-pain-free-birth-story-garrison-s-makes-his-debut</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691e46f24380ae0a5088a8df</guid><category><![CDATA[Motherhood]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:50:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_fa6823028a0d4b648fe080b86116825c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supernatural and Pain-Free Birth Story: Backstory ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sitting here a little over two years after my first birth story, I couldn't be more excited to share my second birth story. This birth was so incredibly different than my first and was such a redemptive story demonstrating God's goodness, faithfulness, and comfort during what is typically a nerve-wracking moment. Just a short back story: if you haven't read my first birth story, you can find that in this blog post here . I don't want to say that it was "traumatic" but I will admit that I...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/supernatural-and-pain-free-birth-story-backstory</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691a476312da97798881a544</guid><category><![CDATA[Motherhood]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 23:03:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_b7f5b51be7b94b73a74878bd3e15f22b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[James 4]]></title><description><![CDATA[This chapter James' warning us against worldliness. You desire and do not have, so you murder. You covet and cannot obtain, so you fight...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/james-4</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67bf0b8636fa379462603154</guid><category><![CDATA[Bible]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:47:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_a3be8c9afa2d47e2bdba6990be7bb65e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_640,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[James 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[James 3 is about the power of our tongue and he continues to discuss more about living out our faith and seeking Heavenly wisdom. James...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/james-3</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67bb8ea9fdd5bd9cb1a35630</guid><category><![CDATA[Bible]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 19:48:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_0685712f37e14e2480f21acc033a7d9b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_516,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[James 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[This chapter is about not showing partiality to certain people/groups of people and the importance of a living  faith, one that is backed...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/james-2</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67b9c125efd67e3d7e31cf14</guid><category><![CDATA[Bible]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:17:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_788f3566560d4ea3b1458f04e5f8a51f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_653,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[James 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[This chapter of James is about how to go through trials by seeking wisdom and establishing perseverance and our faith and reliance on...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/james-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67b5d1ca936f54c025a0b8b7</guid><category><![CDATA[Bible]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:00:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_5ceb7c16dd1a457c885c8088535d9933~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_563,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lemon Rosemary Chicken]]></title><description><![CDATA[Easy peasy, LEMON squeezy!   Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 65 min  Total time: ~1 hr 15 min Serving size: ~2-4   Ingredients: 1.5-2 lbs...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/lemon-rosemary-chicken</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67a79ccbe193b689b98bcc81</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 18:12:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_ca6f37c06e2f49a4a041e8ff4b675f5d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chuck Roast]]></title><description><![CDATA[So simple, season and pop in the oven and go about your day for a few hours! Also makes for great leftovers!   Prep time: 3 min Cook...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/chuck-roast</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67a797f7ec623894cc94e781</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 17:58:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_709a1551bfda4d20baed9b3d950c249c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ground Beef Bowls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Perfect for lunch or dinner and makes for great leftovers that can be reheated quickly! Prep time: 5 min Cook time: 10 min Total time: 15...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/ground-beef-bowls</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6797c1b366e76ecb19f34671</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 17:40:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_47c03a977f8649458b77afc1ca048996~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Macy's Take on a Sourdough Bread Recipe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients:  600g bread flour  100g whole wheat flour 500g water  140g starter 1:2:2 hydration  14g salt    Prep starter + autolyse: ...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/macy-s-take-on-a-sourdough-bread-recipe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66b6909a59ba4d1c0283e4c3</guid><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 09 Aug 2024 21:57:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_b575a4db3afa4b058646eb068c8b5049~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What WAS In My Hospital Bag: Hindsight on the Necessary &#38; Unnecessary ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now that I’m on the other side of pregnancy, I wanted to share what I packed in my hospital bag vs what I actually used/needed. Unfortunately with Noah coming so early, I didn’t get a chance to pack my bags fully prior to leaving for the birthing center so that was a bit stressful but it all worked out! Especially since my labor and delivery was so quick, I didn’t need a whole lot. I delivered at a birthing center so there might be some slight variation in what they provide vs what a hospital...]]></description><link>https://macy606.wixsite.com/itsmamasharkey/post/what-s-in-my-hospital-bag</link><guid isPermaLink="false">653fecdc796b05f9595e3bcf</guid><category><![CDATA[Motherhood]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2023 22:56:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c39d95_41342890b7034c23a70bb231c83b15bb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>macy606</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>