Well folks today is wrapping up the Month of Thanks! I loved doing this...it made me stop and think about what I am truly thankful for. I gotta tell you a few times I typed up what I was thankful for and by the next day I was wondering...am I really thankful for that?! At the moment that I typed it up I was truly thankful for it...so I guess it all ends up working out.
Day 30:
Today I am truly thankful for Deep, my kids, my Gram, and my parents. I am not sure if I have done a thankful post for my gram...if not this is it! My Gram is an amazing woman. She is always there for me (us) in any way we need. She loves us unconditionally! She has amazing faith, and she lets the faith shine right through her! My Gram is an Angel on earth! I love her with all that I have and all that I am! She helped raise me so I see her as a Motherly figure. I feel very blessed to have such an amazing woman in my life!
Deep, my kids, and my parents I have already shared why I am thankful for them...just thought it needed said again! =)
Ebates
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Amazing Snapfish.com deal!!!
Incredibly fabulous deal! I order from snapfish often so I am excited for this deal!!! $30 to use at snapfish for half the price!!! =) I'm making lots of photo gifts for Christmas so this is PERFECT!!!
https://share.livingsocial.com/deals/176731?ref=conf-jp&rpi=38170534
https://share.livingsocial.com/deals/176731?ref=conf-jp&rpi=38170534
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Day 29 of Thanks...
Day 29:
I am thankful that I have had the opportunity to live in several places/states. We have met so many nice people, and our kids have had the chance to change schools. It has made them much more confident in situations where they are around new people. I feel blessed to have had all the opportunities we have been given! I thank God for all the amazing places, people, and opportunities we have been given! =)
I am thankful that I have had the opportunity to live in several places/states. We have met so many nice people, and our kids have had the chance to change schools. It has made them much more confident in situations where they are around new people. I feel blessed to have had all the opportunities we have been given! I thank God for all the amazing places, people, and opportunities we have been given! =)
Monday, November 28, 2011
Day 28 of Thanks...
Day 27:
Today I am thankful for Days off school! The kids stayed home today and just hung out. We didn't do much. It was a nice day to just relax! I loved it!
Today I am thankful for Days off school! The kids stayed home today and just hung out. We didn't do much. It was a nice day to just relax! I loved it!
Menu Plan Monday 11/28
So our past few weeks have been hectic. We have eaten out a few more times that I'm proud to admit! So I took a few meals that we didn't use and carried them over to this menu plan. I'm hopeful that in the next few weeks we can slow down long enough to prepare and eat a healthy dinner together!
Monday- crockpot chicken and dumplins, veggie
Tuesday- slow cooker beef stew, biscuits
Wednesday- chicken patties sandwiches, chicken parm, veggie
Thursday- white chicken enchiladas- found this on www.pinterest.com
Friday- Deep dish pizza casserole
Saturday- Italian dressing chicken & potatoes in the crock pot
Sunday- chili and sunshine muffins
Monday- crockpot chicken and dumplins, veggie
Tuesday- slow cooker beef stew, biscuits
Wednesday- chicken patties sandwiches, chicken parm, veggie
Thursday- white chicken enchiladas- found this on www.pinterest.com
Friday- Deep dish pizza casserole
Saturday- Italian dressing chicken & potatoes in the crock pot
Sunday- chili and sunshine muffins
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Kamdyn, Diya, & Max parent teacher conference
I had the 3 older kids Parent/Teacher conference on Nov. 17.
Let me start off by saying that I have AMAZING children! They are respectful, loving, and just overall awesome kids!!!
Kamdyn's teachers sang her praises. She is a great kid. She is always on task, a total rule follower, and a great student. The only issue was she has become very quiet this year. They would like to see her be more social in class. I spoke with her homeroom teacher first. She said to tell Kamdyn to stay on the straight and narrow. That it will get her far in life. Next I spoke with her social studies teacher. She said Kamdyn is quiet. I shared with her that Kamdyn is intimidated by her. She said because I am loud?!? She told me to tell Kam that "her bark is much bigger than her bite," and that she "was raised in a family of 5 kids. She had to be loud to get heard." Her science teacher also spoke highly of Kamdyn. Kamdyn's only B was in this class. Kamdyn struggles to hear this teacher. She is very quiet. Overall a great P/T conference for Kam!
Diya's teacher is a hoot!!! She is so lively, and so incredibly loving! She shared that Diya is a social butterfly. She does well socially! Her reading has improved from approaching grade level to at grade level. She loves to write! The comment on the report card from the teacher's comments area came straight from Diya's mouth- That her favorite part of school is writing. She loves that she can write about anything that she wants to. She would like to stretch out her wording a bit better. =) Diya's teachers shared a few other things...cute stories with me. She is very loved by her teacher and classmates! Again overall a great P/T conference for Diya!
Max's conference was great! I really enjoyed talking to his teacher! She told me that Max is just so funny. She said she bets our house is so fun and lively! She shared with me that Max is always telling her funny stories. She said she laughs so hard at him. She said that the boys in the class have taken to "hard taps/almost slaps" to get others attention. She said Max has been guilty a few times. All the teacher has to do is give him the stink eye then he stops and resumes his work. She said that his Kindergarten screening tests were good. He should have tested at 10 on an alphabet recognition and he scored a 20. On the phonics portion he scored a 6 due to his speech. Max is on an IEP for his speech. He gets speech class 1 time a week. She said in the last 3 weeks the teacher has seen a great improvement in his speech. So we are hopeful that he is doing well. Again another great P/T conference. =)
I am so thrilled with my awesome kids!
Let me start off by saying that I have AMAZING children! They are respectful, loving, and just overall awesome kids!!!
Kamdyn's teachers sang her praises. She is a great kid. She is always on task, a total rule follower, and a great student. The only issue was she has become very quiet this year. They would like to see her be more social in class. I spoke with her homeroom teacher first. She said to tell Kamdyn to stay on the straight and narrow. That it will get her far in life. Next I spoke with her social studies teacher. She said Kamdyn is quiet. I shared with her that Kamdyn is intimidated by her. She said because I am loud?!? She told me to tell Kam that "her bark is much bigger than her bite," and that she "was raised in a family of 5 kids. She had to be loud to get heard." Her science teacher also spoke highly of Kamdyn. Kamdyn's only B was in this class. Kamdyn struggles to hear this teacher. She is very quiet. Overall a great P/T conference for Kam!
Diya's teacher is a hoot!!! She is so lively, and so incredibly loving! She shared that Diya is a social butterfly. She does well socially! Her reading has improved from approaching grade level to at grade level. She loves to write! The comment on the report card from the teacher's comments area came straight from Diya's mouth- That her favorite part of school is writing. She loves that she can write about anything that she wants to. She would like to stretch out her wording a bit better. =) Diya's teachers shared a few other things...cute stories with me. She is very loved by her teacher and classmates! Again overall a great P/T conference for Diya!
Max's conference was great! I really enjoyed talking to his teacher! She told me that Max is just so funny. She said she bets our house is so fun and lively! She shared with me that Max is always telling her funny stories. She said she laughs so hard at him. She said that the boys in the class have taken to "hard taps/almost slaps" to get others attention. She said Max has been guilty a few times. All the teacher has to do is give him the stink eye then he stops and resumes his work. She said that his Kindergarten screening tests were good. He should have tested at 10 on an alphabet recognition and he scored a 20. On the phonics portion he scored a 6 due to his speech. Max is on an IEP for his speech. He gets speech class 1 time a week. She said in the last 3 weeks the teacher has seen a great improvement in his speech. So we are hopeful that he is doing well. Again another great P/T conference. =)
I am so thrilled with my awesome kids!
Day 27 of Thanks...
I'm so glad to be home!!!!! While our trip to Ohio was fun, I was so ready to get home...to my house...where my life is centered! I love living here! =)
Day 27:
Today I am so thankful for my life in another state! I only have to worry about keeping my kids, my husband, and myself in a healthy/happy state. I get to choose which other relationships to nurture, keep going, and invest in! I don't have to deal with family drama up close and personal on a daily basis! Also Michigan beat Ohio State yesterday! GO BLUE!!! =)
Day 27:
Today I am so thankful for my life in another state! I only have to worry about keeping my kids, my husband, and myself in a healthy/happy state. I get to choose which other relationships to nurture, keep going, and invest in! I don't have to deal with family drama up close and personal on a daily basis! Also Michigan beat Ohio State yesterday! GO BLUE!!! =)
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Day 26 of Thanks...
Today we came home from our trip to Ohio. We had a nice visit with our family & friend! We had an interesting Thanksgiving! =) It was great though!
Day 26:
I am thankful to have been born into such a supporting family. No matter what we stick by each other through thick or thin. =) I feel very blessed!
Day 26:
I am thankful to have been born into such a supporting family. No matter what we stick by each other through thick or thin. =) I feel very blessed!
Day 25 of Thanks....
Today is BLACK FRIDAY!!!
Day 25:
Today I am thankful that God always provides for us! I feel very blessed to have such a loving God!
Day 25:
Today I am thankful that God always provides for us! I feel very blessed to have such a loving God!
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Day 24 of Thanks...
Today is Thanksgiving!! Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends & family! I hope you have a beautiful day filled with yummy food, happiness, and love!!!
Day 24:
Today I am very thankful (after all it is THANKSgiving!) for my kids, Deep, my parents, my Grandmas, my family, and my friends....and a little thankful for pumpkin crunch! =)
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving folks! =)
Day 24:
Today I am very thankful (after all it is THANKSgiving!) for my kids, Deep, my parents, my Grandmas, my family, and my friends....and a little thankful for pumpkin crunch! =)
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving folks! =)
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Day 23 of Thanks...
Today is my birthday!!! I am 32 years young today. =)
Day 23:
Today I am very thankful for my parents! Knowing that my birthday was in these 30 days I wanted to save my mom & dad for today. They have always been there for me. They nurtured me and always showed me the best choices my whole life. I am so thankful to have both of my parents with me. My dad fought a very aggressive last year, and I am so thankful that his surgery went well. He is currently cancer free! Praise God!!
My parents have always been a great support for me. They have helped me when I am down, and picked me up when I've needed it.
My parents are great grandparents to my kids. My kids absolutely adore their Meme & Paw!
I love you Mom & Dad! Thanks for being my parents! I love you both very very much!!! Happy Keli's Birthday (delivery day) to you Mom...since you did all the hard work! ;) I love you!
Day 23:
Today I am very thankful for my parents! Knowing that my birthday was in these 30 days I wanted to save my mom & dad for today. They have always been there for me. They nurtured me and always showed me the best choices my whole life. I am so thankful to have both of my parents with me. My dad fought a very aggressive last year, and I am so thankful that his surgery went well. He is currently cancer free! Praise God!!
My parents have always been a great support for me. They have helped me when I am down, and picked me up when I've needed it.
My parents are great grandparents to my kids. My kids absolutely adore their Meme & Paw!
I love you Mom & Dad! Thanks for being my parents! I love you both very very much!!! Happy Keli's Birthday (delivery day) to you Mom...since you did all the hard work! ;) I love you!
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
nomorerack.com
Wow I just found this site called No More Rack . com, for the month of November they are having "insanity deals." If you get lucky enough to get one of these deals they are amazing. Like an iPad for $43! AMAZING!! Check it out!!!
Day 22 of Thanks...
Day 22:
Today I am absolutely thankful for my oldest "kiddo" Khiley. Khiley is actually my cousin, and I got custody of her in 2007. She lived with us for about 3 years. Last year in December Khiley married a wonderful man named Walt. Yesterday afternoon at 4:10 Khiley gave birth to a BEAUTIFUL baby boy named Hunter Edward Taylor. He was born via emergency cesarean section. He weighed a whopping 8 lbs 4 oz & was 22 inches long. I am so proud of Khiley. She did a fabulous job yesterday! I am so thrilled to be a "KiKi" (my name for grandma LOL) to sweet little Hunter! I also got quite acquainted with Hunter's MawMaw, Belinda (Walt's Mother), yesterday. She is such a blessing to Khiley, Walt, & Hunter. Thank you Belinda!!! <3
God has blessed Khiley & Walt...and the rest of us with a sweet baby boy! So today I am absolutely, amazingly thrilled to say that I am so very thankful for Khiley, Walt, Belinda, and of course Mr. Hunter!!! I love you all!
Today I am absolutely thankful for my oldest "kiddo" Khiley. Khiley is actually my cousin, and I got custody of her in 2007. She lived with us for about 3 years. Last year in December Khiley married a wonderful man named Walt. Yesterday afternoon at 4:10 Khiley gave birth to a BEAUTIFUL baby boy named Hunter Edward Taylor. He was born via emergency cesarean section. He weighed a whopping 8 lbs 4 oz & was 22 inches long. I am so proud of Khiley. She did a fabulous job yesterday! I am so thrilled to be a "KiKi" (my name for grandma LOL) to sweet little Hunter! I also got quite acquainted with Hunter's MawMaw, Belinda (Walt's Mother), yesterday. She is such a blessing to Khiley, Walt, & Hunter. Thank you Belinda!!! <3
God has blessed Khiley & Walt...and the rest of us with a sweet baby boy! So today I am absolutely, amazingly thrilled to say that I am so very thankful for Khiley, Walt, Belinda, and of course Mr. Hunter!!! I love you all!
Monday, November 21, 2011
Menu Plan Monday 11/21/11
So this week is THANKSGIVING! WOW it seemed to come along fast this year! We will be spending time with family so I don't plan to cook Thurs & Fri dinners.
Ok now on to my menu...
Monday- Applebee's Tomato Basil Soup, baguette bread, grilled sandwiches (grilled cheese, grilled chicken & cheese)
Tuesday- Roast in crockpot, carrots, potatoes, celery- cooked with roast, bread
Wed- Crockpot Pizza soup, grilled sandwiches
Thurs- THANKSGIVING
Friday- leftovers
Saturday- either we will eat out or have a quick dinner of kids favorites (hot dogs, mac n' cheese, grilled cheese, etc.)
Ok now on to my menu...
Monday- Applebee's Tomato Basil Soup, baguette bread, grilled sandwiches (grilled cheese, grilled chicken & cheese)
Tuesday- Roast in crockpot, carrots, potatoes, celery- cooked with roast, bread
Wed- Crockpot Pizza soup, grilled sandwiches
Thurs- THANKSGIVING
Friday- leftovers
Saturday- either we will eat out or have a quick dinner of kids favorites (hot dogs, mac n' cheese, grilled cheese, etc.)
Day 21 of Thanks..
Day 21:
Today is my very best friend's birthday! She is such a blessing in my life. She tells me the truth when I need to hear it, and she listens to me complain when I feel the need. She has been a true blessing in my life in the last 2 years. God has shown me what a true friend is. Missi is one of the most beautiful, amazing, friendly, giving, and kind-hearted friends that anyone could ever have! She has done so much for me I don't even know how to begin to thank her. She has a beautiful family, and I feel so privileged to be a part of that family. She has an awesome hubby & fabulous kids! They complete her. So many people think that they will be friends forever with their "high school friends." Most of the time those friendships fade away....well I am blessed having my high school best friend still be my best friend today. I love you Missi! I hope you have an AMAZING BIRTHDAY!!! XOXO
Today is my very best friend's birthday! She is such a blessing in my life. She tells me the truth when I need to hear it, and she listens to me complain when I feel the need. She has been a true blessing in my life in the last 2 years. God has shown me what a true friend is. Missi is one of the most beautiful, amazing, friendly, giving, and kind-hearted friends that anyone could ever have! She has done so much for me I don't even know how to begin to thank her. She has a beautiful family, and I feel so privileged to be a part of that family. She has an awesome hubby & fabulous kids! They complete her. So many people think that they will be friends forever with their "high school friends." Most of the time those friendships fade away....well I am blessed having my high school best friend still be my best friend today. I love you Missi! I hope you have an AMAZING BIRTHDAY!!! XOXO
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Day 20 of Thanks...
WOW November is 2/3 of the way over! Only 10 more days left. My birthday is only 3 days away, and Thanksgiving is only 4 days away! My family has started making plans for Thanksgiving. I am taking pumpkin crunch...see recipe in my blog. I posted it a few days ago....and ranch mashed potatoes. YUM! I'm also getting excited for Black Friday. I haven't seen a bunch of stuff that I NEED to go get. I guess I will decide after I get a good look at the ads. Anyway...
Day 20:
Today I am thankful that Deep is my husband & my kids' daddy! He is the best daddy any kid could ask for. He provides for us, he helps me with the kids...changing diapers doesn't scare him!, he helps around the house...I could go on and on. I truly feel blessed in life because I am truly married to the VERY BEST MAN for me! =) God knew what he was doing when he brought the 2 of us together! Thanks Deep for being such an amazing man. Yes this is the second time I have put Deep for being what I am thankful for. He deserves it! Honestly, I could probably think of a reason to use him for all 30 days. I am truly blessed!
Day 20:
Today I am thankful that Deep is my husband & my kids' daddy! He is the best daddy any kid could ask for. He provides for us, he helps me with the kids...changing diapers doesn't scare him!, he helps around the house...I could go on and on. I truly feel blessed in life because I am truly married to the VERY BEST MAN for me! =) God knew what he was doing when he brought the 2 of us together! Thanks Deep for being such an amazing man. Yes this is the second time I have put Deep for being what I am thankful for. He deserves it! Honestly, I could probably think of a reason to use him for all 30 days. I am truly blessed!
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Day 19 of Thanks...
Day 19:
Today I am thankful for Mr. Max! Max is such a lovebug! He is my first born boy...after having 2 girls it was amazing to add a boy to our family. He is such a handsome, funny, amazing, keep-me-on-my-toes, (again) FUNNY boy! His teacher told me that he is so hilarious. She said that he is always telling her a story that makes her laugh. He loves sports, Legos, computer games, tv, spending cuddle time with his Dad & I, eating, and playing outside. He is doing great in school, and he is an awesome brother! We love our little guy, Max!
Today I am thankful for Mr. Max! Max is such a lovebug! He is my first born boy...after having 2 girls it was amazing to add a boy to our family. He is such a handsome, funny, amazing, keep-me-on-my-toes, (again) FUNNY boy! His teacher told me that he is so hilarious. She said that he is always telling her a story that makes her laugh. He loves sports, Legos, computer games, tv, spending cuddle time with his Dad & I, eating, and playing outside. He is doing great in school, and he is an awesome brother! We love our little guy, Max!
Friday, November 18, 2011
Day 18 of Thanks...
Day 18:
Today I am thankful for NAP TIME!! I am not feeling my best today, and it is so nice to have about 2 hours that I can just relax and snuggle with my boys. I even got to take a little nap with them.
Today I am thankful for NAP TIME!! I am not feeling my best today, and it is so nice to have about 2 hours that I can just relax and snuggle with my boys. I even got to take a little nap with them.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Day 17 of Thanks!
Only a week until Thanksgiving! WOW! This month is just flying by...thankfully!
Day 17:
Today I am thankful for family! I have a fun, crazy, & exciting family! There is NEVER a dull moment when our family is together. Every time we visit most of our family gets together...it's great! I feel so blessed to have the family I have.
Day 17:
Today I am thankful for family! I have a fun, crazy, & exciting family! There is NEVER a dull moment when our family is together. Every time we visit most of our family gets together...it's great! I feel so blessed to have the family I have.
Day 16 of Thanks!
This is going to be a silly day....I just know that it is! I have all my 3 boys home with me today. Kohen doesn't have school today, and Max is home sick.
Day 16:
Today I am thankful for footie jammies! I ADORE footie jammies for my kids! There is nothing cuter than seeing my kids all snuggled up in their footies! When the weather I (secretly) long for fall's cold nights to see my kids in footies! I just can't get enough of it!
Day 16:
Today I am thankful for footie jammies! I ADORE footie jammies for my kids! There is nothing cuter than seeing my kids all snuggled up in their footies! When the weather I (secretly) long for fall's cold nights to see my kids in footies! I just can't get enough of it!
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Day 15 of Thanks
November is half over! Goodness it's flying by! My birthday is 8 days away, and Thanksgiving is 9 days away! We will be going to Ohio for Turkey Day.
Day 15:
Today I am thankful for Devas. My little guy is sick, and he wants to be cuddled constantly. So today I am spending my day relaxing & cuddling with my Lil' Guy! Devas is a smart, busy, observasnt, sweet, and funny little guy! He is a great little brother...he loves all the attention! He is busy learning all of the exciting things that most 13 month old boys are learning.
Day 15:
Today I am thankful for Devas. My little guy is sick, and he wants to be cuddled constantly. So today I am spending my day relaxing & cuddling with my Lil' Guy! Devas is a smart, busy, observasnt, sweet, and funny little guy! He is a great little brother...he loves all the attention! He is busy learning all of the exciting things that most 13 month old boys are learning.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Day 14 of Thanks!
Day 14:
Today I am thankful for Kamdyn. She is such a blessing in our lives. She is a determined, smart, beautiful young lady. She is incredibly dependable, and always seeing the positive side of life. She reminds me to be thankful for today! She is also a pretty good big sister!
Today I am thankful for Kamdyn. She is such a blessing in our lives. She is a determined, smart, beautiful young lady. She is incredibly dependable, and always seeing the positive side of life. She reminds me to be thankful for today! She is also a pretty good big sister!
Menu Plan Monday- 11/14/11
This week is going to be busy! Kamdyn has her first basketball game this week. She's very excited! The kids have parent/teacher conferences this week. We are all starting to gear up for Thanksgiving & then Christmas! I love this time of the year!!! I think next week I am going to start using recipes from pinterest...the recipes on there always look so yummy! Anyway...on to my menu plan:
Monday- meatball subs, (sub bread, pizza sauce, frozen meatballs, cheese), veggie
Tuesday- BLT, fresh cut french fries, veggie
Wednesday- beef tacos with variety of taco toppings
Thursday- Crock pot cream cheese chicken pasta, garlic bread, broccoli
Friday- Deep dish pizza casserole
Saturday- chili, sunshine muffins
Sunday- slow cooker beef stew, biscuits
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Day 13 of Thanks-
Day 13:
Today I am thankful for church! As we are getting ready for church this morning I am reminded why I am so thankful for our church (Holy Family in Novi & St. Jude in Fort Wayne.) Every Sunday we have all this hussle-bussle getting ready and getting to church. Then once we arrive a calm feeling takes over. We are there to hear the word of the Lord, and have it speak to us. We often feel like the homilies are directed right at us, and are exactly what we need to hear at that very moment. I feel very blessed to have such amazing churches to raise our kids in. They all enjoy religious ed, and now Kamdyn is even playing a winter sport through CYO at our church. Also Deep is a member of the KofC. Our family has been able to integrate into this church, and it is such a positive part of our life!
Today I am thankful for church! As we are getting ready for church this morning I am reminded why I am so thankful for our church (Holy Family in Novi & St. Jude in Fort Wayne.) Every Sunday we have all this hussle-bussle getting ready and getting to church. Then once we arrive a calm feeling takes over. We are there to hear the word of the Lord, and have it speak to us. We often feel like the homilies are directed right at us, and are exactly what we need to hear at that very moment. I feel very blessed to have such amazing churches to raise our kids in. They all enjoy religious ed, and now Kamdyn is even playing a winter sport through CYO at our church. Also Deep is a member of the KofC. Our family has been able to integrate into this church, and it is such a positive part of our life!
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Day 12 of Thanks!
Day 12:
Today I am so incredibly thankful for prayer! I am thankful to have a God that is always "there for me!" He listens to me in my times of need, joy, begging & pleading, sadness, etc. I always feel supported by Him!
Today I am so incredibly thankful for prayer! I am thankful to have a God that is always "there for me!" He listens to me in my times of need, joy, begging & pleading, sadness, etc. I always feel supported by Him!
Friday, November 11, 2011
Pumpkin crunch recipe
I came across this recipe about 8 years ago, and it is a HUGE hit in our family! I get requests to make it again and for the recipe each time I make it.
Pumpkin crunch
15 oz can pumpkin
1 lg can evaporated milk
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
3 eggs
1 box yellow cake mix
1 cup chopped pecans
2 sticks butter- cut into thin pats
8 oz cool whip- thawed
8 oz cream cheese-softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
Mix pumpkin, evaporated milk, sugar, cinnamon, and eggs together. Pour in 9X13 baking dish/pan. Evenly sprinkle cake mix over pumpkin mixture, and then evenly sprinkle pecans over cake mix. Top with butter.
Bake @ 350 for 1 hour. cool completely.
mix cool whip, cream cheese, powdered sugar together and spread over pumpkin bake as frosting.
YUM!!!
Pumpkin crunch
15 oz can pumpkin
1 lg can evaporated milk
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
3 eggs
1 box yellow cake mix
1 cup chopped pecans
2 sticks butter- cut into thin pats
8 oz cool whip- thawed
8 oz cream cheese-softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
Mix pumpkin, evaporated milk, sugar, cinnamon, and eggs together. Pour in 9X13 baking dish/pan. Evenly sprinkle cake mix over pumpkin mixture, and then evenly sprinkle pecans over cake mix. Top with butter.
Bake @ 350 for 1 hour. cool completely.
mix cool whip, cream cheese, powdered sugar together and spread over pumpkin bake as frosting.
YUM!!!
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Day 11 of Thanks-
Day 11:
Today is Veteran's Day. So for today (actually every day) I am incredibly thankful for our country's veterans! "Freedom isn't free"...is a phrase I keep reading on facebook today. How true is this statement?!? May God Bless and protect each of you! Especially thanks to my dad, and my uncles for serving for our country!
Today is Veteran's Day. So for today (actually every day) I am incredibly thankful for our country's veterans! "Freedom isn't free"...is a phrase I keep reading on facebook today. How true is this statement?!? May God Bless and protect each of you! Especially thanks to my dad, and my uncles for serving for our country!
Day 10 of Thanks...
We are officially 1/3 of the way through November now! My birthday is coming up soon...OY...another year older! Anyway...
Day 10:
Today I am thankful for my little guy, Kohen! We are so blessed to have this little guy in our life. He is growing into this amazingly sweet little boy. He is our comic relief when days are rough. He sees the world & shares it in a way that is refreshing to my life.
Day 10:
Today I am thankful for my little guy, Kohen! We are so blessed to have this little guy in our life. He is growing into this amazingly sweet little boy. He is our comic relief when days are rough. He sees the world & shares it in a way that is refreshing to my life.
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Day 9 of Thanks!
Day 9:
Today I am thankful for rain! It is raining here today. It's a cold & dreary rainy day, and I am thankful for it! It is nice to sit inside my warm house relaxing for a bit with my 2 little boys cuddled up with me! =)
Today I am thankful for rain! It is raining here today. It's a cold & dreary rainy day, and I am thankful for it! It is nice to sit inside my warm house relaxing for a bit with my 2 little boys cuddled up with me! =)
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Day 8 of Thanks!
Today is November 8th....that means that nearly 1/3 of the month of November is already over! WOW!
Day 8:
Today I am thankful for Diya! She is such a sweetheart. We feel truly blessed to have her in our lives! She is such an amazing big sister! We love Diya!
Day 8:
Today I am thankful for Diya! She is such a sweetheart. We feel truly blessed to have her in our lives! She is such an amazing big sister! We love Diya!
Monday, November 7, 2011
Menu Plan Monday
This is our first week back to MPM. I've been running astray for a bit. We are back to budgeting, and cooking at home. Again as I've said before...turning our life around. I'm more hopeful this time though.
Now on to our menu...
Monday- slow cooker beef stroganoff, mashed potatoes, biscuits, veggie
Tuesday- POTATO SOUP W/ SAUSAGE, BISCUITS, veggie (I omit the green beans from the soup recipe)
Wednesday- roast, veggies, biscuits (this was a roast recipe I made up 2 weeks ago. It was the most amazing roast I have ever made! I will try to post the recipe soon)
Thursday- Laura's Unbelivable chicken pasta, garlic bread (this pasta is AMAZING!!! Our family LOVES this dinner!)
Friday- homemade pizza
Saturday- chicken parm, veggie, garlic bread
Sunday- Slow cooker beef stew, biscuits, veggie (can't seem to find this recipe, I will work on that
Day 7 of thanks
Day 7:
Today I am thankful for being a DONA trained doula. I have 1 more birth to attend before I can apply for my certification through DONA. I LOVE my job! Being a doula is AMAZING! I love the childbirth process, and knowing that I get to support women through this process is absolutely amazing to me!
Today I am thankful for being a DONA trained doula. I have 1 more birth to attend before I can apply for my certification through DONA. I LOVE my job! Being a doula is AMAZING! I love the childbirth process, and knowing that I get to support women through this process is absolutely amazing to me!
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Day 6 of thanks-
Day 6:
Today I am thankful for photos! I love being able to look back on "old memories."
Today I am thankful for photos! I love being able to look back on "old memories."
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Day 5 of Thanks
Day 5:
Today I am thankful for Grandparents! Both of my grandfathers passed away when I was younger, but I feel truly blessed to have my grandmothers here to be a part of my adult & my kids life. Remember to think about & be as close as possible with your grandparents. Deep lost his grandmother in July & he lost his grandfather yesterday. So I am reminded by this just how special grandparents are.
Today I am thankful for Grandparents! Both of my grandfathers passed away when I was younger, but I feel truly blessed to have my grandmothers here to be a part of my adult & my kids life. Remember to think about & be as close as possible with your grandparents. Deep lost his grandmother in July & he lost his grandfather yesterday. So I am reminded by this just how special grandparents are.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Day 1- MyJobChart.com
WOAH! As I was browsing through pintrest today I found a template for a chore chart for the kids. It was no longer available to print so I went on a search for a template, and I ran across this awesome site....(I feel like I should insert a big drumroll here!)
WOWSA! What an amazing idea! You set it up for your family, and each child gets a log in with a password of their own. You assign each child chores, and they get points. You then set up rewards that they can spend their points on. My kids rewards are family game night, gift certificate to store of choice, shopping day with mom & dad, dinner out, or donate to a few specific charities.
I am going to totally brag....since getting home they have done nearly all their chores and alone reading time WITH NO FIGHTING!!! YAY!!!
WOWSA! What an amazing idea! You set it up for your family, and each child gets a log in with a password of their own. You assign each child chores, and they get points. You then set up rewards that they can spend their points on. My kids rewards are family game night, gift certificate to store of choice, shopping day with mom & dad, dinner out, or donate to a few specific charities.
I am going to totally brag....since getting home they have done nearly all their chores and alone reading time WITH NO FIGHTING!!! YAY!!!
Kohen funny
So Kohen watches Chuggington on Disney a lot. He loves the characters and talks about them quite often. Last night he was talking about Action Chugger...except he calls him "Ass Chugger." LOL I really love this stage in the little kids life! =)
Kohen's Parent/Teacher conference
I had Kohen's preschool parent/teacher conference yesterday. I love his preschool. His teachers are so incredible!
I met with Mrs. Kathy & Mrs. Theresa. They started off telling me that Kohen is the youngest student at their preschool. They said that he is so cute and such a cuddly little guy. They both talked about how much they enjoy having him in class. The said that he is right on target in all areas. They said that socially they are working to teach him to share/not take toys from others. He isn't being a bully, but (for instance) if another child is doing a puzzle and the pieces are laying on the floor Kohen will go nab a few pieces. Kind of like he sees them as "fair game." His fine motor skills are what we need to work on at home just to develop them a bit more. At circle time Kohen has a short attention span. They keep him sat next to a teacher each day because as he looses attention in the lesson, he remembers a story that he wants to share with the class & teachers. So the teacher he is sitting with reminds him that they are in circle time, and that he can share the story with them after circle time. So basically they redirect his little mind back to the lesson. The teachers have the kids do a self drawing. Kohen's is a bunch of scribbles. They assured me that was good as many 2 year olds won't draw anything.
The teachers asked how Max is doing in Kindergarten. I shared the K stories with them. They asked if Max would like to pop in and say hi during drop off/pick up next Tues when he is out of school.
Very good P/T conference! I am a pleased Momma!
I met with Mrs. Kathy & Mrs. Theresa. They started off telling me that Kohen is the youngest student at their preschool. They said that he is so cute and such a cuddly little guy. They both talked about how much they enjoy having him in class. The said that he is right on target in all areas. They said that socially they are working to teach him to share/not take toys from others. He isn't being a bully, but (for instance) if another child is doing a puzzle and the pieces are laying on the floor Kohen will go nab a few pieces. Kind of like he sees them as "fair game." His fine motor skills are what we need to work on at home just to develop them a bit more. At circle time Kohen has a short attention span. They keep him sat next to a teacher each day because as he looses attention in the lesson, he remembers a story that he wants to share with the class & teachers. So the teacher he is sitting with reminds him that they are in circle time, and that he can share the story with them after circle time. So basically they redirect his little mind back to the lesson. The teachers have the kids do a self drawing. Kohen's is a bunch of scribbles. They assured me that was good as many 2 year olds won't draw anything.
The teachers asked how Max is doing in Kindergarten. I shared the K stories with them. They asked if Max would like to pop in and say hi during drop off/pick up next Tues when he is out of school.
Very good P/T conference! I am a pleased Momma!
Day 4 of Thanks!
So I've made it to day 4! YAY!
Today, I am truly thankful for my friends. I've been truly blessed with a small handful of friends that truly are God's way of giving me siblings (from anotha' motha' LOL!) They listen to me, pick me up and dust me off when I've fallen, and support me through all of my crazy endeavors! So friends, THANK YOU! I love you all very much, and I am glad that God blessed me with you!
Today, I am truly thankful for my friends. I've been truly blessed with a small handful of friends that truly are God's way of giving me siblings (from anotha' motha' LOL!) They listen to me, pick me up and dust me off when I've fallen, and support me through all of my crazy endeavors! So friends, THANK YOU! I love you all very much, and I am glad that God blessed me with you!
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Haircuts for Kamdyn & Diya
Yesterday I took Kamdyn & Diya for a haircut. Kamdyn has grown out her hair for about a year and a half so that she can donate her hair to Locks of Love. She had to wait until after cheer was done for the year because they have to pull up their hair in high pony tails or french braids for games/competition. Diya had her hair cut a few months ago, and she was in need of a good trim, and again I wanted to wait until she had finished cheer.
Here are their photos-
Diya before-
Diya after-
Kamdyn before-
Braiding her hair to cut-
Making the first cut-
Kamdyn's hair donation to Locks of Love-
Kamdyn after-
Diya looks so cute with this hair style! Having it short makes it much easier to take of! Kamdyn's new 'do looks very cute with a little flower in her hair. It is the first time she has ever had bangs. I was upset when I saw he had cut her bangs, but we will roll with it. She was OK with the haircut last night, but this morning before school she cried. She was very scared that kids would tell her she's ugly. It broke my heart. I've been praying that she has a good day at school, and kids are nice to her. Her hair grows rather quickly...thankfully!
Here are their photos-
Diya before-
Diya after-
Kamdyn before-
Braiding her hair to cut-
Making the first cut-
Kamdyn's hair donation to Locks of Love-
Kamdyn after-
Diya looks so cute with this hair style! Having it short makes it much easier to take of! Kamdyn's new 'do looks very cute with a little flower in her hair. It is the first time she has ever had bangs. I was upset when I saw he had cut her bangs, but we will roll with it. She was OK with the haircut last night, but this morning before school she cried. She was very scared that kids would tell her she's ugly. It broke my heart. I've been praying that she has a good day at school, and kids are nice to her. Her hair grows rather quickly...thankfully!
Day 3 of Thanks!
Day 3: Today I am thankful for living in Michigan. Living here has been so incredibly good for our life! My kids have an amazing school that they attend. We love the area we live.
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
November is a month of THANKS!
So since it's November, I'm going to post something every day from now until Thanksgiving that I am truly thankful for! =)
Day 1: I am thankful for my hubby! I feel truly blessed to have the honor of having you walk beside me through this life!
I challenge you to also share something each day that you are thankful for! =)
Day 1: I am thankful for my hubby! I feel truly blessed to have the honor of having you walk beside me through this life!
I challenge you to also share something each day that you are thankful for! =)
End of 2011 already?!?
Ok so as I am wrapped up in taking care of my family I completely lose track of everything else. I keep meaning to blog. However, by the time I get to it I have completely forgotten again!
So for a good update on us...
We are still in Michigan! YAY stayed put for 2 years! Kamdyn is in 4th grade, Diya is in 2nd grade, Max is in K, and Kohen goes to preschool Tues & Thurs half days. All kids are doing fab at school. Kamdyn gets real grades this year. So far she gets mostly all A's!
Kamdyn & Diya just finished up their first year of cheer with the Commerce Chargers. I will post videos of their competition. For the most part they loved cheering. They are glad the season is over. Diya is getting ready to start gymnastics and Kamdyn is doing basketball through CYO at our church. Kamdyn hurt her knee at her last regular season game. She strained (possible grade 1 tear) of her MCL. She was on crutches for about a week, and in a brace indefinitely (at this point.) She didn't get to cheer at the playoff games due to the injury. She is on the mend though...THANK GOD!
Max is your typical little boy. He's super active, mouthy, ornery, and oh so loveable! He's much more physical than the girls..who tend to be a bit more verbal. I was a bit nervous that socially he would be intimidated. I asked his teacher how he was doing socially. She burst out in laughter. She told me that he has deemed himself the "master of his table!" She said he does very well academically and socially. *whew* At school he is on an IEP for speech. He gets speech therapy 1 day a week. He is definitely making improvements. He comes home from school with stories every day.
Kohen has really blossomed in the past few months. He talks NON-stop! He loved preschool for the first week or so. Then the next month he would cry when we dropped him off. Finally last week we had a breakthrough! He now loves preschool again! I have his parent/teacher conference this Thursday. I will try to update on how he is doing after that. Kohen was a pirate for Halloween. We had a costume for him and I was telling him about it. He told me "NO! Ko-man wants to be a pirate! Mom, pirates say arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrgggggggggggghhhhhhhhhhh!!" It was very cute! He did fabulous trick-or-treating last night. He was the cutest little pirate. He said "Trick-or-Treat arghhh” to each person.
Devas just turned 1! He is walking and repeating sounds. He holds his own in our crazy family! Devas has 6 teeth. He was a pumpkin for Halloween. He even went trick-or-treating at a few houses.
Deep is doing great! His job is going well. We had an opportunity for a quick minute to move to upstate NY. We are not leaving MI currently though. We are OK with this, and we hoping to buy a house in the next few months! YAY...big step for our family!!! Deep is doing his masters at University of Michigan. He is doing GREAT! We are all so proud of him.
I finally finished my doula classes! I have 1 more birth to complete before I can apply for certification! I have also been taking photography classes, and I am looking to start my own photography business.
OK good general update on us...stay tuned. Hopefully I will do better keeping up!
So for a good update on us...
We are still in Michigan! YAY stayed put for 2 years! Kamdyn is in 4th grade, Diya is in 2nd grade, Max is in K, and Kohen goes to preschool Tues & Thurs half days. All kids are doing fab at school. Kamdyn gets real grades this year. So far she gets mostly all A's!
Kamdyn & Diya just finished up their first year of cheer with the Commerce Chargers. I will post videos of their competition. For the most part they loved cheering. They are glad the season is over. Diya is getting ready to start gymnastics and Kamdyn is doing basketball through CYO at our church. Kamdyn hurt her knee at her last regular season game. She strained (possible grade 1 tear) of her MCL. She was on crutches for about a week, and in a brace indefinitely (at this point.) She didn't get to cheer at the playoff games due to the injury. She is on the mend though...THANK GOD!
Max is your typical little boy. He's super active, mouthy, ornery, and oh so loveable! He's much more physical than the girls..who tend to be a bit more verbal. I was a bit nervous that socially he would be intimidated. I asked his teacher how he was doing socially. She burst out in laughter. She told me that he has deemed himself the "master of his table!" She said he does very well academically and socially. *whew* At school he is on an IEP for speech. He gets speech therapy 1 day a week. He is definitely making improvements. He comes home from school with stories every day.
Kohen has really blossomed in the past few months. He talks NON-stop! He loved preschool for the first week or so. Then the next month he would cry when we dropped him off. Finally last week we had a breakthrough! He now loves preschool again! I have his parent/teacher conference this Thursday. I will try to update on how he is doing after that. Kohen was a pirate for Halloween. We had a costume for him and I was telling him about it. He told me "NO! Ko-man wants to be a pirate! Mom, pirates say arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrgggggggggggghhhhhhhhhhh!!" It was very cute! He did fabulous trick-or-treating last night. He was the cutest little pirate. He said "Trick-or-Treat arghhh” to each person.
Devas just turned 1! He is walking and repeating sounds. He holds his own in our crazy family! Devas has 6 teeth. He was a pumpkin for Halloween. He even went trick-or-treating at a few houses.
Deep is doing great! His job is going well. We had an opportunity for a quick minute to move to upstate NY. We are not leaving MI currently though. We are OK with this, and we hoping to buy a house in the next few months! YAY...big step for our family!!! Deep is doing his masters at University of Michigan. He is doing GREAT! We are all so proud of him.
I finally finished my doula classes! I have 1 more birth to complete before I can apply for certification! I have also been taking photography classes, and I am looking to start my own photography business.
OK good general update on us...stay tuned. Hopefully I will do better keeping up!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)