Category Archives: Nico

Mar 23

What the Boy’s Are Saying

I thought I’d interview my boy’s on what they think about the “Not Going Out In March Challenge” so far, and if they think I’ve gone completely bonkers in March.

First up is Thade!

Mom: Thade, what have you liked about the challenge so far?

Thade: Gives a big thumbs up. I’ve been really good about not eating any take-out.

Mom: What have you missed about take-out?

Thade: I don’t know, I didn’t miss anything. Oh wait I miss, Subway, McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Pizza Hut, Gringo’s, and Dairy Queen, and Sonic.

Mom: Which meal or meals have been your favorite this month?

Thade: I liked everyone of them.

Mom: What challenge should we attempt next?

Thade: Eating take-out all month!

You gotta love five year old kiddos… Thade has been a really good sport this month.

Next up is my sweet hubby James

Well I was going to have a James interview for you, but he did an awesome post all about the March Challenge over at his blog. It is definitely worth a read, and James probably deserves a hug or two for being such a good sport this month.

Now for the littlest guy… Dylan

Dylan has probably been the most vocal about the challenge. He runs to his high chair, ready to see just what Mommy has in store for dinner. He always has an mmmm yummy reply, and so far he hasn’t said the words Happy Meal or Taco Bell. Dylan has been a trooper too. I think one of his favorite meals was Breakfast for Dinner, and this week I’ll be making Broccoli Cheese Casserole, his very favorite.

Mar 21

Spring Time Tote

Yay for Spring! Time to dig out all of my super cute shoes from deep inside my closet, and get out the cute Springtime dresses too. To celebrate Spring I’ve made up a little tote to carry just the necessities. I wish I could sew a Springtime diaper bag that could carry it all.

Sending Happy Springtime Wishes to All!

Mar 20

Happy Spring

Spring is finally here, and thank goodness too! We have had a fun day already, the little guys and I went to MOPS this morning, and after the meeting the MOPS mommies and kiddos met up at the park for a picnic. The weather is still just a little chilly, but the kids didn’t seem to mind. Thade and Dylan were both thrilled to get to spend some time playing at the park.

I think it is supposed to rain later today, so that sounds about right for Springtime in Kansas. Rain or shine, I”m just happy that Spring has finally arrived!

Mar 19

Take That Pizza Hut

Saturday night has become homemade Pizza night at our house. I like to make the task easier by using my bread-maker to make the perfect dough for two tasty pizzas.

I usually make one large pepperoni pizza and one medium cheese pizza. This week I decided to try my hand at a Pepperoni lovers pizza. I managed to pile on 60 pepperonis, the boys were thrilled. I also decided to make a Chicken and Black Olive Pizza, which has always been a favorite take-out pizza of ours.

Making the chicken and black olive pizza at home was so tasty, and super simple too. These faux take-out pizzas were delicious, and I didn’t hear one complaint about the pizzas not being from Pizza Hut.

I also sweetened the homemade pizza  appeal by making a Chocolate Bundt Cake while the pizza dough was rising. The boys were pretty happy about that too.

I’m already planning out next Saturday’s pizzas. I’m thinking BBQ Beef Pizza is on the menu along with Canadian Bacon and Black Olives. Well Maybe I had better make 1/2 BBQ and 1/2 Pepperoni, so Thade will be happy.

Mar 19

Enjoying the Weather, Finally

We are finally seeing some warmer temps, and we are getting outside and enjoying some sunshine.

The little guys have a lot of fun taking an afternoon walk, and I got to get a few pictures too. There are just a few trees in bloom, hopefully the rest of the trees will start to bud soon.