Back From Day Camp

gifts-and-day-camp-004.JPGgifts-and-day-camp-009.JPG

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 lovedย  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 ofย  ๐Ÿ™‚

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 ๐Ÿ˜‰

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 ๐Ÿ™‚

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!

Gardening at Nico’s

When I say that I am a gardening novice, I really, truly am. This Summer I’ve decided to start small, and hopefully grow into a gardener, even if I don’t happen to have a green thumb. I set my sites on 4 hanging baskets, a small Hosta garden, and a teeny tiny Veggie/Melon garden.

yard-work-001.JPGyard-work-002.JPGyard-work-003.JPG

Only one and maybe half of a hanging basket are thriving. The other two have gone on to potted plant Heaven… I’m going to replant them with Inpatients, because it seems to be the only flower that I can grow (which is kinda funny). The Hosta are doing well, and the leftover Pansy that I over-purchased for the hanging baskets are doing great too. The veggie garden is another story…

 

yard-work-004.JPGyard-work-005.JPG

I haven’t planted it yet… I’m still pulling weeds. Everyday Thade asks when can we plant our veggies, and I tell him just as soon as Mommy has gotten rid of all of the weeds. It is a slow going process and my thumbs are killing me ๐Ÿ˜‰ I hope I’m not too late in the season, I swear we had frost last month ๐Ÿ™‚

 

How are your Summer Gardening Projects going?

Ice Cream at Your Door

Yesterday Dylan was finally down for his afternoon nap, and I was making the mad dash to get all of my afternoon chores accomplished. Thade was in the living room and he said that he could hear pretty music, I quickly realized that the pretty music was the Ice Cream Truck ๐Ÿ™‚ Thade and I ran to the front door and the Ice Cream Truck was parked right behind my car, so I picked him up and we headed outside.

yard-work-006.JPGyard-work-007.JPGyard-work-008.JPG

Thade was thrilled with the unexpected treat ๐Ÿ™‚ I had to pick up a Bomb Pop for James and me too. I took a little break from the chores, and enjoyed the ice cream.

Do youย  have a favorite Ice Cream Truck Treat?