Monthly Archives: June 2008

Jun 4

A Little Too Late, A Little Too Early

I was finally sound asleep last night, when all of the sudden my hubby woke me up and said that we were under some awful severe weather. Half awake I turned on the TV, and yep there were tornado warnings everywhere. He ran downstairs and cleaned out the Christmas Supply Closet, just in case we needed to get in. I was a little worried the winds picked up, then I heard that there was a tornado on the ground near where my Mom lives, so I had to call her at midnight (sorry). She wasn’t upset about the late call, and she was talking to my brother he was worried too. She said that everything was fine, but they had some serious straight line winds.

We stayed up way too late listening to the winds and waiting for the sirens. Finally we were all back to sleep at 1:00 a.m. Thade slept through the entire storm, but Dylan was wide awake and mad (teething). This morning I was planning on getting up earlier than usual, it is Thade’s second day of Day Camp, and I wanted to have plenty of time to get ready. At 6:45 a.m. Thade runs in and jumps on the bed and screams “wake up Mommy”. He got up as soon as he heard Daddy wake up at 5:45 a.m., and he was dressed and ready to go to camp. He had even made a trip downstairs to see if Nana was here, she is visiting later this evening. Thade really loved Day Camp 😉

My goodness I am one tired Mommy today, and we still have an hour and a half until Day Camp time. I might have to make a little trip to McDonald’s for a Large Iced Coffee this morning, I am in desperate need of energy 😉

Jun 3

Dude Movies

Awhile ago I picked out my favorite chick movies to watch and review, but being the the only girl living in boyland, I get to watch a lot more Dude Movies than Chick Flicks 😉 I thought it would be fun to share and review a few of my favorite Dude Movies. Some are scary, one is funny,and one is Thade’s very favorite 🙂

First off is an awesome suggestion from my brother Rob 🙂 Rob told me that he wanted a movie called Sunshine starring Cillian Murphy for his birthday, so I checked out the trailer online and I couldn’t wait to see this movie. It is a story of 8 Scientists sent to space with the hopes of re-starting our dying Sun, the trailer was absolutely chilling. I ordered one dvd for Rob and one for James too. Early warning this is one scary movie, but it is also an incredibly sad film. It is directed by Danny Boyle who has directed a few of my other favorite movies: Trainspotting and 28 Days Later, and he did an amazing job with Sunshine! I highly recommend this one, if you like your movies on the scary side, but this one is NOT FOR KIDS!!!

Secondly we have one of my favorites that I can watch one thousand times, Shaun of the Dead. This one is a little scary, but a completely hilarious zombie flick. It stars Simon Pegg as the slacker Shaun who is trying to save the world from zombies, and it is really funny, even the zombies are funny. If you watch Shaun of the Dead go on ahead and rent Hot Fuzz (also awesome) and have a Simon Pegg movie night.

Lastly we have Thade’s favorite movie Transformers directed by Michael Bay starring Shia LaBeouf. At first I didn’t know what to think about this one, I didn’t know too much about Transformers, but after seeing the first Decepticon transformation I was sold! This is one high energy, amazingly filmed, seamless CGI movie. Watching the Autobots and Decepticons transform will blow you away, and make you wish that you watched the Transformers animated series in the 80s! I really loved this film, which is good because it is on loop in Thade’s room.

Do you have a favorite Dude Movie to share?

Jun 2

Back From Day Camp

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Well we made it through the first drop off at day camp, and I had a hard time, but not Thade he did great. We were a little early, and Thade got checked in and his name tag on, and he made a buddy right away. He was coloring so I made my escape, but not without a hug… Thade was ready for me to go, and told me that he met this kid that liked Spider-man and it was o.k. for me to leave. Dylan and I walked back to the car, and it was so strange without Thade tagging along too.

I needed to run snacks to James at work, and I was glad to have the errand to run. I was a little sad, but I knew that Thade would have a blast at Day Camp. James thought I was a little silly, I was watching the clock like a hawk just waiting for the pick-up time. I decided to take Dylan to the grocery store, and I was thrilled when my phone rang reminding me to go and get Thade from Camp.

I was a little early (about 10 minutes) so I snapped a quick pic of the Day Camp Site. When Thade (finally) got out for the day, he was all smiles, and had an art project to show off too. He really loved  Day Camp, and he can’t wait for Wednesday! I’m so happy that he had fun, and it looks like a great Summer program for him to be a part of  🙂

Jun 2

First Day of Camp

I woke up extra early, and got ready for the day… Today is Thade’s first day of Tot Lot Day Camp, and I’m one nervous Mommy. I know that he will have fun, and it is only an hour and a half, but I’m so stressed out about it… It is crazy to think just how quickly the time has flown by, and now my little guy is on his way to a big kid event (without Mommy)! Wish me luck, I’m more nervous than Thade 😉

Jun 1

June 2008 Tasty Monthly Menu

O.k. May flew by over here, and I’m so ready to start a new month. I’ve got a few new recipes planned for the month of June, and I hope to add in a few tasty desserts too. Here is what I’ve got planned for dinner during the month of June 🙂

6/1/08: Chicken Noodles and Mashed Potatoes

6/2/08: Angus Burgers and Fries

6/3/08: Chili and Brownies

6/4/08: Taco Bell Night

6/5/08: Pasta, Black Olives, and Garlic Bread

6/6/08: Fish Sticks, Mac & Cheese, Fries

6/7/08: Grilled Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, and Green Bean Casserole

6/8/08: Chicken Chow Mien and Rice Noodles

6/9/08: Grilled Chicken, Jasmine Rice, and Salad

6/10/08: Salmon Cakes, Corn, and Jasmine Rice

6/11/08: Taco Bell Night

6/12/08: Angus Burgers and Fries

6/13/08: Beef Fajitas, Re-fried Beans, Tortilla Chips, and Cheese Dip

6/14/08: Pan Seared Cod, Jasmine Rice, and Salad

6/ 15/08: Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, and Chocolate Bundt Cake

6/16/08: Fish Sticks, Mac & Cheese, Fries

6/17/08: Turkey Leftovers and Tasty Sides

6/18/08: Taco Bell Night

6/19/08: Grilled Chicken, Rice-A-Roni, and Corn

6/20/08: Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice

6/21/08: Angus Burgers and Fries

6/22/08: Turkey Noodles and Mashed Potatoes

6/23/08: Chicken Fajitas, Re-fried Beans, Tortilla Chips, and Cheese Dip

6/24/08: Pan Seared Cod, Jasmine Rice, and Salad

6/25/08: Taco Bell Night

6/26/08: Beef w/ Rice-a-Roni, Green Beans, and Hominy

6/27/08: Pasta, Black Olives, and Garlic Bread

6/28/08: Chicken Chow Mien and Rice Noodles

6/29/08: Pot Roast with Potatoes

6/30/08: Angus Burgers and Fries

I hope that everyone has a great June, and enjoys the warmer Summer weather!