Spring Break

Spring Break is upon us, and holy moly the house is so loud. Also, all of the groceries have disappeared. Better take care of that tomorrow.

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This time around the weather has been amazing. We’ve been able to spend some much needed time outdoors. I would love to start working on the yard, but I’m worried that we’ll see another cold snap in Kansas.

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Miss Lula is pretty pumped that everyone is home, more snuggles for her!

I’m off to clean up from dinner, and attempt to wash some more dishes. I’m still playing catch-up from the flu, and there is no end in sight to the housework ahead of me.

The Last Two Weeks

The last two weeks have been non-stop. I haven’t felt too fantastic, and the day to day has been wearing on me a bit. I’m still not caught up around the house, but I figure the mess wasn’t made in a day, it isn’t going to be perfect in a day either. Ugh, maybe I just need another cup of coffee.

Here’s what we’ve been up to over the last two weeks.

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Agnes is still on her accessories kick. I’ve been making her lots of little headbands, and I’m also crocheting a new blanket for Thade.

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Someone should have warned me that Middle School comes with projects, like every single day, every single week. Thade needed a snowman for a presentation, and this week it is Greek Foods for Social Studies. And poster board for math…

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He has been learning to sew in Home Ec. , so he helped out a lot with the snowman project.

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The snowman turned out pretty well, and Thade wrote a good essay about him too.

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Dylan was in the Spelling Bee. He was so excited.

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He made it all the way to round six. He got stumped on “stomach” , but that one stumps me too.

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James and the boys surprised Agnes and I with flowers for Valentine’s Day! Agnes was absolutely thrilled.

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The flowers were such a sweet surprise.

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Speaking of Agnes, she lost another tooth!

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The kids had a day out of school, and my mom came up for a visit. Thade also had a friend over for the day. The boys broke out all of the nerf guns and had a huge battle downstairs.

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She brought along some birthday gifts for me too.

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I grabbed my favorite snack for my birthday cake. And a large Dr Pepper for good measure.

We’ve also had visits from Grandma, Aunt Jill, and the twins too. I forgot to get pictures, cause I was too busy snuggling my baby nieces.

Time to relax a bit…

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I need a little break for a bit.

Monthly Dinner Menu: February

Hello February, and hello leap-day, one of my very favorite days. I’ve got my dinner menu planned for the month. This menu is what I’m making for my family, I’m still sticking with my veggies. Thirteen months vegetarian, so far.

So here is what I’ll be cooking in February:

  • 2/1/2016: BBQ Wings, Roasted Veggies, and Mac & Cheese
  • 2/2/2016: Tostadas, Tortilla Chips, and Salsa
  • 2/3/2016: Chili, Saltines, and Cornbread
  • 2/4/2016: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Salsa
  • 2/5/2016: Take-out!
  • 2/6/2016: Bacon, Toast, Cinnamon Rolls, and Breakfast Potatoes
  • 2/7/2016: BBQ Wings, Veggies & Hummus, Chips & Dip, Chex Mix, and Cookies
  • 2/8/2016: Panko Chicken Sandwiches and Tater Tots
  • 2/9/2016: Chicken Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Salsa
  • 2/10/2016: Panko Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, and Haluski
  • 2/11/2016: Beef Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Salsa
  • 2/12/2016: Take-out!
  • 2/13/2016: Steaks, Pasta with Veggies, and Baked Potatoes
  • 2/14/2016: Pot Roast with Potatoes, and Dinner Rolls
  • 2/15/2016: Popcorn Chicken and Fries
  • 2/16/2016: Tostadas, Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Salsa
  • 2/17/2016: Salmon Cakes, Rice, and Roasted Veggies
  • 2/18/2016: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Salsa
  • 2/19/2016: Take-out!
  • 2/20/2016: Pancakes and Bacon
  • 2/21/2016: Steaks and Baked Potatoes
  • 2/22/2016: Panko Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, and Corn
  • 2/23/2016: Chicken Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Salsa
  • 2/24/2016: BBQ Wings, Baked Ziti, Mashed Potatoes, and Dinner Rolls
  • 2/25/2016: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Salsa
  • 2/26/2016: Take-out!
  • 2/27/2016: Steaks and Steak Fries
  • 2/28/2016: Fried Chicken, Baked Ziti, Mashed Potatoes, Dinner Rolls, and Pie
  • 2/29/2016: Chicken Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, and Dinner Rolls

January was pretty nice in the weather department. I might keep a bit more on hand, just in case we see lots of snow and ice in February. I’m off to check on my cake, and get back to it.

 

 

 

 

This Week:

This week I’ve bummed around the house, doing a bit of cleaning, washing dishes and laundry, and working on the kid’s bedrooms. There has been endless cooking, and baking going on in the kitchen.

On a happier note, I got to babysit my darling nieces, and spend some much time with my Sister (in law)

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I finished up one knitting project, and started one more. I also started another crocheted blanket for Thade.

Speaking of Thade…

The big kid celebrated his 12th birthday on Friday!

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I can’t believe that my oldest kiddo is almost a teenager. It is crazy!!!

February is almost here. I’ve got a menu to plan, and shopping lists to make. The kids just wandered back downstairs, and are asking for snacks. Better get back to it.

 

Today I Took A Break

Today the kids went back to school, and I took a much needed break. I went to the store first, since we were out of everything, and then I came home and took a break. I’m planning on taking it easy tomorrow too, and then finally getting back to it on Thursday.

This morning it was tough getting everyone out of the house. The freezing cold weather has arrived, and not one of us wanted to get out in it. The boys wern’t happy about going to school at all, but Agnes was a little happy about it.

I’m hoping that we can call it an early evening. I’ve got a yucky migraine on the way, and I think it is time to crash out for a bit.