Oct 4

The Tractor Parade 2010

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Every years towards the end of September there is a parade to kick-off the Pioneer Harvest Fiesta. It isn’t too far from our house, so I loaded up the stroller and  the kids and I walked to the parade this year.

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Agnes liked the walk, but she was a little nervous once the parade got started.

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My hubby got there too, he had to work late, so he met us there.

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There were local mascots.

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The Trolley

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and our favorite neighbor too.

There were great floats,

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but mostly there were tractors.

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lots and lots of tractors.

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The boys loved the parade, and I have to say it is one of my favorites too.

Oct 3

Oh My October!

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Oh my goodness, this is one crazy month!

Towards the end of September, I started filling out the calendar for October, and haven’t stopped yet. This October is looking like one super crazy-busy month. So far I’ve counted only 2 Tuesday’s and 2 Thursday’s that we have absolutely nothing scheduled… Most days there are 2-3 activities to get to, and with both boys in school, the constant running is non-stop.

I also have a cookie catering gig this month, 2 birthday’s and our anniversary too. I need another cup of coffee when I look at the calendar.It is going to be a crazy month.

Do you have any tips to share when you are facing an extra-busy schedule?

Oct 1

October’s Monthly Menu

Yay! October is finally here! I love love love October. This month is extra busy too, so I have a lot of easy meals planned to help me out in the kitchen. Here is what I’ve got planned for October’s monthly dinner menu.

  • 10/1/2010: Sausage, Biscuits & Gravy, and Monkey Bread
  • 10/2/2010: Chicken Chow Mien, Rice, Chow Mien Noodles, and Sugar Dumplings
  • 10/3/2010: Pot Roast & Potatoes
  • 10/4/2010: Angus Burgers, Hamburgers, and Fries
  • 10/5/2010: Chicken Fajitas, Tortilla Chips, Cheese Dip, Salsa, and Re-fried Beans
  • 10/6/2010: Salmon Cakes, Corn, and Fried Okra
  • 10/7/2010: Dinner Out!
  • 10/8/2010: Cream Cheese Sweet Rolls, Toast & Jellies, Scrambled Eggs, and Bacon
  • 10/9/2010: Beans & Cornbread, Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
  • 10/10/2010: Beef Stew and Homemade Bread
  • 10/11/2010: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Salsa, and Cheese Dip
  • 10/12/2010: Grilled Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes, Green Beans, and Homemade Bread
  • 10/13/2010: Nacho Bar
  • 10/14/2010: Dinner Out!
  • 10/15/2010: Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Breakfast Potatoes, Toast & Jellies, and Waffles
  • 10/16/2010: Chili, Saltines, and Brownies
  • 10/17/2010: Chicken & Noodles and Mashed Potatoes
  • 10/18/2010: Pulled Pork Tacos, Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Salsa, and Cheese Dip
  • 10/19/2010: Grilled Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Scalloped Pineapple
  • 10/20/2010: BBQ Pork Sandwiches, Potato Chips, and Watergate Salad
  • 10/21/2010: Dinner Out!
  • 10/22/2010: Pancakes, Bacon, Toast and Jellies
  • 10/23/2010: Salmon Cakes, Corn, and Fried Okra
  • 10/24/2010: Turkey, Green Bean Casserole, and Mashed Potatoes
  • 10/25/2010: Angus Burgers, Hamburgers, and Fries
  • 10/26/2010: Turkey, Corn Casserole, Scalloped Potatoes, and Hominy
  • 10/27/2010: Turkey Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Homemade Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Icing
  • 10/28/2010: Dinner Out!
  • 10/29/2010: Steak, Hominy, Steak Fries, and Chocolate Bundt Cake
  • 10/30/2010: Chicken Chow Mien, Rice, Chow Mien Noodles, and Sugar Dumplings
  • 10/31/2010: Chili, Saltines, and Brownies

Happy October everyone! I’m off to make some shopping lists and get to cooking.