Aren't they the cutest little cupcakes you have ever seen???? And the napkins? Oh, the cute napkins in green and pink to match our theme! I love it!
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Christmas in July preview...and other cuteness!
Aren't they the cutest little cupcakes you have ever seen???? And the napkins? Oh, the cute napkins in green and pink to match our theme! I love it!
Friday, April 4, 2008
T.G.I.F and hopefully NOT raining!
Here is the recipe for those of you interested:
Ingredients
4 Chicken cutlets
3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 large avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, and chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
1 medium red onion, cut into thin strips - I don't like raw onions, so I omitted them!
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and sliced
3 Tbsp. lime juice
1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges
Instructions1. Preheat grill pan over high heat. Coat chicken with 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Add to grill pan; cook 2 to 3 minutes each side or until no pink remains. 2. Meanwhile, in large bowl combine avocados, tomato, onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season to tast wth salt and pepper. Serve with chicken. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
Brad made a little piece of chicken for Turner - here is a picture of him waiting patiently until we tell him "GO GET IT!" He will not eat it until he gets those 3 precious little words! Isn't he a cutie???
Okay, so who else saw New Kids on the Block this morning on the TODAY show???? I am SO SO SO excited about them getting back together. Y'all seriously have no idea - I can remember wearing a acid-washed jean jacket in KINDERGARTEN that was full of NKOTB buttons! I cried my eyes out when my mom wouldn't let me go to their concert that was at Murphy Center, and I for sure had a NKOTB sleeping bag and a Joey barbie doll! I just can't wait to get with my best friend from kindergarten, Diane, and squeal about this! Read HERE for more information.
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
My babies.
1. My cat, Evelyn Gertrude "Gertie" (you will start to notice a trend - I give all my animals first AND middle names) - she was MY first pet. A friend from a nearby town had some relatives that had a huge farm with all of these kittens running around. I loved playing with them, and one day I asked if I could have one. Of course, they obliged, and I took this unique cat home with me! I call her "Momma Gertie," and she is truly the best cat ever. When Brad and I first started dating, he told me didn't like cats. Ugh oh. You wanna know something? I have often heard Brad telling Gertie how much he loves her now! I knew she would win him over! I really don't understand why people don't like cats - they are seriously the most affectionate animals, plus they take care of themselves! So, here's Momma Gertie:
I know it seems like we run a zoo, but each of these animals have a special place in my heart. I only hope that my children will love and appreciate animals as much as I do! I think it's very important that we take care of the animals in our world, and I'm a HUGE advocate for shelter dogs and cats and rescued animals since each of mine is essentially a rescued pet!
Now, tell me about your babies!
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
When unexpected things happen...
So naturally I freaked out when Brad and I decided to officially start our Total Money Makeover as our New Year's Resolution, and SEVERAL unexpected things happened. Here's how everything panned out...
We bought our Dave Ramsey book and started talking about our hopes about our plan.
The next day, my car was hit somewhere between Wal-Mart, McAlister's, and a Junior League meeting. And no one was there to take the blame....it wasn't a bad hit, but someone most likely backed into (someone with a trailer hitch!).
Brad and I were a little disheartened when we learned that we would have to pay a $500 deductible OR pay the $250 for the part, plus labor (around $90 per hour).
Next morning we wake up to a freezing cold house. I go to see what the thermostat is on, and the thermostat is completely off, and it's not coming back on. A call to "Heater Danny," and we learn that the compressor (please don't ask what a compressor does because I have no idea) is BAD. Although the compressor is under warranty (cue the angels), we still have to pay for labor - which is an ALL DAY job and will most likely cost us $500 or more (Debbie Downer music).
Well, so this may set us a little behind on our start date for the plan, but it's all the more motivation to set up an EMERGENCY fund! In two days, we are already needing close to $1,000!!!!
Does it end here???
Don't think so!
Our precious dog, Turner, who is a lab mix has had several skin problems - along with others. Well, Turner has recently had the skin issue pop up again. We took him to the vet this morning and were told that the problem has gotten worse, and he is going to need to go through a series of dips and treatments to the tune of $172!!!! We will have to have him dipped every other week, which will cost around $70 for each dip! Turner is my baby, and I just want him to get better!
So, the lesson for the week is to NOT GIVE UP. Although Brad and I are discouraged at this set-back, we WILL get through this. I think my fabulous numbers-loving husband has actually figured out a way for us to take care of everything and still start our plan on February 1!!!! We wanted to start this week, but we'll deal! Anyways, I'm trying not to freak out, and I'm doing A LOT of praying :)
Have any of you gone through things like this before??
Blessings!