Dec 1

Snacks in a Hurry

I got a little Christmas Shopping done this morning while Thade was at school. When Dylan and I went to pick up Thade, I heard the teacher say that there were lots of handouts today. There were three book orders due back on Wednesday, and then I spotted the snack list for December in Thade’s backpack. I looked over it, and I’m bringing snacks for December 3rd.

What the heck am I going to bring… It has to be healthy, and it has to be what I’ve got on hand too. I picked up Carrots and Celery the last time that we went to the store, so I can make veggie sticks for the kiddos, but there needs to be something else. I think I’m going to make a batch of Oatmeal muffins, and make them mini for the kiddos. I think I’ve got an extra Apple Juice in the pantry, so I hope I’m good to go!

Dec 1

This is My Kind Of Shopping

I’m not a Black Friday Shopper at all, I’m a Cyber Monday Girl. All I need is a Big Cup of Coffee, my Laptop, and I’m good to go! I just love shopping from home, there are no crowds, and it is nice and toasty in my house. I hope to knock out my Christmas shopping list today!

So which shopper are you… Do you like to shop the deals on Black Friday, or do you wait for the Cyber Monday bargains.

Nov 30

December Dinner Menu

The year is drawing to a close, and the weather is getting awfully cold. Winter is definitely on its way, and I’ve got lots of warm Winter dishes to help keep the cold away. Here is my dinner menu plan for December:

  • 12/1/08: Chicken Fajitas, Re-fried Beans, Tortilla Chips, and Cheese Dip
  • 12/2/08: Steak and Hominy
  • 12/3/08: Spaghetti, Black Olives, and Garlic Bread
  • 12/4/08: Popcorn Shrimp and Fries
  • 12/5/08: Grilled Chicken, Rice-a-Roni, and Corn
  • 12/6/08: Lasagna and Garlic Bread
  • 12/7/08: Chili and Brownies
  • 12/8/08: Angus Burgers, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, and Fries
  • 12/9/08: Salmon Cakes, Corn, and Rice
  • 12/10/08: Dorito Casserole, Re-fried Beans, and Tortilla Chips
  • 12/11/08: Beef with Rice-a-Roni, and Hominy
  • 12/12/08: Chicken Rings, Fries, and Macaroni & Cheese
  • 12/13/08: Chili and Brownies
  • 12/14/08: Spaghetti, Black Olives, and Garlic Bread
  • 12/15/08: Bean & Cheese Quesadillas, Tortilla Chips, and Cheese Dip
  • 12/16/08: Chicken Chow Mien and Rice Noodles
  • 12/17/08: Grilled Chicken, Broccoli & Rice Casserole, and Corn
  • 12/18/08: Steak and Steak Fries
  • 12/19/08: Popcorn Shrimp and Fries
  • 12/20/08: Beef Stew and Homemade Bread
  • 12/21/08: Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, and Green Bean Casserole
  • 12/22/08: Angus Burgers, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, and Fries
  • 12/23/08: Spaghetti, Black Olives, and Garlic Bread
  • 12/24/08: Christmas Eve: Chicken Rings and Fries. We’ll be baking cookies for Santa too!
  • 15/25/08: Merry Christmas!!! Chili, Turkey Noodle Soup, Homemade Rolls, Veggie Tray, and Chocolate Bundt Cake
  • 12/26/08: Salmon Cakes, Corn, and Rice
  • 12/27/08: Lasagna and Garlic Bread
  • 12/28/08: Pot Roast and Potatoes
  • 12/29/08: Nacho Night
  • 12/30/08: Grilled Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, and Hominy
  • 12/31/08: New Year’s Eve! Good-bye 2008! Chili and Brownies

This is one busy month, but I know it is going to be a fun one too!

Nov 30

The First Snow

It is snowing here today, and Thade is thrilled. He loves the snow.

We have just a little snow, but I think it totally counts as the first snow of the season.

Tonight we are going to the Holiday Parade at 6:00 p.m., and it looks like it is going to be really really cold. This is one of my favorite parades. All of the Floats have Christmas Lights and many of the businesses and area Churches will be serving Hot Chocolate to keep everybody warm. Thade can’t wait to see Santa, and I can’t wait to get a few pictures of the merriment.

Nov 29

Thanksgiving Pictures

Thanksgiving week was filled with lots of yummy treats from the kitchen.

There was plenty of dessert for all.

The kiddos were anxious for everyone to visit on Thanksgiving, but the kitties napped in the sunshine all day.

Thanksgiving was filled with tasty food, big hugs, and lots of fun! After dinner we all played a round of Apples to Apples, and everyone had a great time. The kiddos had fun too, and way too many homemade goodies.