Okay family and friends, here's another "Not Me" post that you can laugh at me about and then secretly admit to yourself that sometimes, you might do the same things...
On Tuesday when we got back from Florida, I washed a load of laundry from our trip. However it was NOT me that left that load of laundry in the washing machine until Wednesday morning where I had to rewash it twice because I was too tired and lazy to throw the laundry in the dryer on Tuesday night. I'm super mom! I am never too tired or lazy to do laundry.
It is most certainly not me who allowed my two year old son to pick up the m&m candies off the floor and eat them after I had dropped them making candy cookies for the kids. Good Heavens! Think of all the germs...I'm a much better mommy than that.
Finally, it was definitely not me who called the Kidney Foundation on Friday and made an appointment to have them come and pick up things I was donating that day and then forgot to put the items out on the porch where they left a nice "sorry we missed you"note. I would never be so thoughtless and forgetful.
So what about you? What have you "not" done this week? Remember, to read more "Not Me, Monday" posts from blogs all over the world, go to www.mycharmingkids.net.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Florida
Whew! I'm finally back from our Florida vacation and things should be settling down now. As you know, J.J. and I went on a week cruise at the end of May. When we came back, I was home for two weeks and then I went off to Florida for a family reunion with my dad, mom, and the kids (hubby had to work). I can't believe next Thursday will be the first day of July. Time sure does fly by.
The family reunion was really nice. It was in Port St. Lucie. My Grandaddy, Nana, brother, sister-in-law, aunts, uncles, and several cousins were all there. I really enjoyed the visit except for the part when my 86 year old Nana got very ill and ended up having to have emergency surgery. However, she is doing much better but please keep her in your prayers.
The last two days of our trip we stayed in Orlando at a beautiful resort where we had a two bedroom suite the size of a large apartment. The kids had a great time in the pool there and Jay and Binky even participated in slide races that they had at the pool. They didn't win but they had a lot of fun. Our last night in Florida was spent at Dowtown Disney where we ate at the T-Rex Cafe (SO MUCH FUN!) and ate a pie pan filled with 8 scoops of ice cream along with syrup toppings, nuts, sprinkles, and way too much whip cream! (Papa was in all his glory.)
We had a lot of fun and I feel so blessed to be able to be apart of such an amazing family!!!
The family reunion was really nice. It was in Port St. Lucie. My Grandaddy, Nana, brother, sister-in-law, aunts, uncles, and several cousins were all there. I really enjoyed the visit except for the part when my 86 year old Nana got very ill and ended up having to have emergency surgery. However, she is doing much better but please keep her in your prayers.
Along with visiting Port St. Lucie, we also spent a few days at Daytona Beach where we saw jellyfish, dolphins, crabs, and stingrays that were swimming in the water along with us. The girls spent most of their time in the ocean boogie boarding. They had a blast. My mom (who has always been afraid of the water) also jumped in and spent some time catching waves on the board.
The last two days of our trip we stayed in Orlando at a beautiful resort where we had a two bedroom suite the size of a large apartment. The kids had a great time in the pool there and Jay and Binky even participated in slide races that they had at the pool. They didn't win but they had a lot of fun. Our last night in Florida was spent at Dowtown Disney where we ate at the T-Rex Cafe (SO MUCH FUN!) and ate a pie pan filled with 8 scoops of ice cream along with syrup toppings, nuts, sprinkles, and way too much whip cream! (Papa was in all his glory.)
We had a lot of fun and I feel so blessed to be able to be apart of such an amazing family!!!
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Toadally Yummy Tuesday
This is one of my family's very favorite "light" recipes. I take this soup, put it on top of baked tostito chips, add fat free shredded cheddar cheese, and fat free sour cream and it is SUPER yummy! The soup also freezes really well.
(Point values are for the soup only. This does not include the toppings listed above.)
Taco Soup
Points:4
Ingredients:
1 lb of cooked ground beef (5% or 7% fat)
1 medium onion
15 oz can dark red kidney beans
15 oz can black beans
15 oz can chili beans
15 oz can yellow corn
15 oz can tomato sauce
6 oz can diced green chiles
15 oz can stewed tomatoes
1 package of Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix
1 package of Taco Seasoning
1 1/2 cups of water
Instructions:
Brown beef and onion, drain fat. Add all other ingredients, do not drain liquid. Stir well and simmer about 15 minutes. Add toppings if you wish!
(Point values are for the soup only. This does not include the toppings listed above.)
Taco Soup
Points:4
Ingredients:
1 lb of cooked ground beef (5% or 7% fat)
1 medium onion
15 oz can dark red kidney beans
15 oz can black beans
15 oz can chili beans
15 oz can yellow corn
15 oz can tomato sauce
6 oz can diced green chiles
15 oz can stewed tomatoes
1 package of Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix
1 package of Taco Seasoning
1 1/2 cups of water
Instructions:
Brown beef and onion, drain fat. Add all other ingredients, do not drain liquid. Stir well and simmer about 15 minutes. Add toppings if you wish!
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Plans
Sorry I didn't post a Not Me!Monday! or a Toadally Awesome Recipe on Tuesday. I am falling behind, I know. I have been so busy getting ready for my graduation party on Friday, Graduation on Saturday, and family coming into town, that I haven't had time to sit down at a computer and blog. However for my few loyal fans, I have found the time now!
So I have kind of been in a funk the past couple of days. Life is changing so much and I have so much on my mind that I am having a hard time being positive. You would think with college coming to an end and mere days away from a seven day Carribean Cruise, I would be jumping for joy but I'm not. Don't get me wrong, I am SUPER excited to be ending this chapter in my life and starting a new one, but I guess I am just feeling overwhelmed.
I have been worried about getting a job for next fall. My family is depending on me financially and I have put too much of a strain on us already. I have been praying and trying to trust and believe and put my faith in God knowing his timing is perfect, but sometimes I wonder....WHAT'S TAKING HIM SO LONG???
I know this is just a test he's given me. I need to wait and be patient and give over control to Him of my life. I know that is what He is wanting me to do. He just wants me to hand over the reins so he can take care of things. It's just so hard for me. I hate feeling out of control. I like controlling my surroundings. Not being in control makes me scared and I deal with a lot of fear when it comes to not being in control.
So for right now I am learning. I am trusting. I am believing that His timing is pure perfection and He has great things in store for me. Wonderful things beyond my wildest imagination.
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11
So I have kind of been in a funk the past couple of days. Life is changing so much and I have so much on my mind that I am having a hard time being positive. You would think with college coming to an end and mere days away from a seven day Carribean Cruise, I would be jumping for joy but I'm not. Don't get me wrong, I am SUPER excited to be ending this chapter in my life and starting a new one, but I guess I am just feeling overwhelmed.
I have been worried about getting a job for next fall. My family is depending on me financially and I have put too much of a strain on us already. I have been praying and trying to trust and believe and put my faith in God knowing his timing is perfect, but sometimes I wonder....WHAT'S TAKING HIM SO LONG???
I know this is just a test he's given me. I need to wait and be patient and give over control to Him of my life. I know that is what He is wanting me to do. He just wants me to hand over the reins so he can take care of things. It's just so hard for me. I hate feeling out of control. I like controlling my surroundings. Not being in control makes me scared and I deal with a lot of fear when it comes to not being in control.
So for right now I am learning. I am trusting. I am believing that His timing is pure perfection and He has great things in store for me. Wonderful things beyond my wildest imagination.
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Toadally Yummy Tuesday
This recipe is straight off Weight Watchers website. I love chinese food but most chinese food is really high in points and sodium, so this was a nice find for me.
I do add chicken breast to the recipe to give it more of a main meal feel, so of course the number of points will go up based on how much chicken breast, shrimp, or beef you add.
My husband liked this recipe as well as my little tadpoles so it is picky eater friendly. Let me know how it turns out if you try it. Enjoy!
Easy Fried Rice
POINTS: 3 (without meat added)
INSTRUCTIONS
2 spray(s) cooking spray
2 large egg(s), lightly beaten
1 cup(s) carrot(s), shredded
1 cup(s) scallion(s), sliced, divided
3 cup(s) cooked white rice
1/2 cup(s) frozen green peas, thawed
1/4 cup(s) low-sodium soy sauce, or to taste
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; warm pan over medium-high heat. Add eggs; tilt pan so that eggs cover bottom.
When eggs start to set, break them up into pieces with a heat-proof spatula or wooden spoon. Cook until eggs are cooked through, about 1 minute more; remove eggs them from skillet and set aside.
Off heat, recoat same skillet with cooking spray; set over medium-high heat. Add carrots and all but 2 tablespoons scallions; sauté until carrots are crisp-tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Stir in cooked rice, peas and soy sauce; cook until heated through, stirring once or twice, about 1 minute. Gently stir in cooked egg and remaining scallions; heat through. Yields about 3/4 cups per serving.
I do add chicken breast to the recipe to give it more of a main meal feel, so of course the number of points will go up based on how much chicken breast, shrimp, or beef you add.
My husband liked this recipe as well as my little tadpoles so it is picky eater friendly. Let me know how it turns out if you try it. Enjoy!
Easy Fried Rice
POINTS: 3 (without meat added)
INSTRUCTIONS
2 spray(s) cooking spray
2 large egg(s), lightly beaten
1 cup(s) carrot(s), shredded
1 cup(s) scallion(s), sliced, divided
3 cup(s) cooked white rice
1/2 cup(s) frozen green peas, thawed
1/4 cup(s) low-sodium soy sauce, or to taste
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; warm pan over medium-high heat. Add eggs; tilt pan so that eggs cover bottom.
When eggs start to set, break them up into pieces with a heat-proof spatula or wooden spoon. Cook until eggs are cooked through, about 1 minute more; remove eggs them from skillet and set aside.
Off heat, recoat same skillet with cooking spray; set over medium-high heat. Add carrots and all but 2 tablespoons scallions; sauté until carrots are crisp-tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Stir in cooked rice, peas and soy sauce; cook until heated through, stirring once or twice, about 1 minute. Gently stir in cooked egg and remaining scallions; heat through. Yields about 3/4 cups per serving.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Not Me! Monday!
Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.
So this one is going to be pretty short because truth be told, I was a pretty perfect person this week! :)
So yesterday when my dryer decided to quit drying on me, I absolutely did not put a pullup on my two and a half year old son to go to church in because I absolutely did not wait until the last minute to wash all of his underwear. NOT ME! There are ALWAYS clean clothes in my little tadpoles drawers.
So this one is going to be pretty short because truth be told, I was a pretty perfect person this week! :)
So yesterday when my dryer decided to quit drying on me, I absolutely did not put a pullup on my two and a half year old son to go to church in because I absolutely did not wait until the last minute to wash all of his underwear. NOT ME! There are ALWAYS clean clothes in my little tadpoles drawers.
This week I also most certainly did not forget that I was the mom in charge of the snacks for my middle tadpoles soccer game, and had to go to the store at 9:00 the night before to buy snacks. I never forget my duties as a soccer mom.
Lastly, I would never look at my middle tadpoles socks and realize that she had on two different colors and choose to ignore it. I would be a good mom, care what people think, and make her march right up the stairs to get two matching socks on. I would never let her out of the house looking like that!
So please share...what have you not done this week?
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