Friday, January 13, 2012
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Tuesday, Tuesday
This will be a random post, but I did want to share with you a new recipe for Chicken Tamale Casserole I tried last week. I believe it comes from Cooking Light, and we really enjoyed it. I actually bought and baked chicken breasts the night before, and just baked 2 extra to be used in this casserole. doing so made the total time for this recipe probably 30 minutes. Perfect for a 'school night' when I don't have much time to cook after getting home from work. I would definitely make this again! I served seasoned black beans with some frozen corn mixed in on the side.
In other news, I'm shooting for workout #2 of the new year this afternoon. I'm sure I shouldn't be proud of 2 workouts in 2 weeks, but it is actually an improvement. We go skiing (pray for snow) in early February, so I have more motivation to try and prepare my poor, out of shape body. I'm sad to think about leaving Sullivan for a whole week, but it will be very nice to relax and have some adult time. I shouldn't be already excited about returning from our trip to see Sullivan, but I admit, it's on my mind. I'm hoping once I get there and get settled in, I'll be able to just enjoy each day without constantly looking ahead.
I missed my typical Sullivan's 26 month post, but I did want to share a few of the adorable things he says these days. This morning in the car it was, "Have a good day! I Lub you!". Melts my heart every time! He got a little scared of the fireworks New Years Eve, and since then often tells us or the animals or his toys, "It's ok. Fireworks not scary" or he'll ask "You doing ok Mommy?". I love listening to him jabber on! Language and communication are wonderful!
I'm staring down a huge project at work that is about to take up my days, nights, and weekends, so I may drop off the Earth for a bit.
In other news, I'm shooting for workout #2 of the new year this afternoon. I'm sure I shouldn't be proud of 2 workouts in 2 weeks, but it is actually an improvement. We go skiing (pray for snow) in early February, so I have more motivation to try and prepare my poor, out of shape body. I'm sad to think about leaving Sullivan for a whole week, but it will be very nice to relax and have some adult time. I shouldn't be already excited about returning from our trip to see Sullivan, but I admit, it's on my mind. I'm hoping once I get there and get settled in, I'll be able to just enjoy each day without constantly looking ahead.
I missed my typical Sullivan's 26 month post, but I did want to share a few of the adorable things he says these days. This morning in the car it was, "Have a good day! I Lub you!". Melts my heart every time! He got a little scared of the fireworks New Years Eve, and since then often tells us or the animals or his toys, "It's ok. Fireworks not scary" or he'll ask "You doing ok Mommy?". I love listening to him jabber on! Language and communication are wonderful!
I'm staring down a huge project at work that is about to take up my days, nights, and weekends, so I may drop off the Earth for a bit.
Tuesday, January 03, 2012
2012
A new year is upon us! I had grand intentions of ringing in the New Year, at least with the East Coasters, but just couldn't make it. I was in bed by 10:30, but did get to hear, what seemed to be, a never-ending stream of fireworks in our neighborhood. We had some family and friends over to celebrate, and I got to try some new recipes on them! I don't know why, but Pinterest has gotten me to try so many new recipes this year! I get so tired of making the same ole stuff, so I'm grateful for the motivation. I made bacon wrapped chicken bites and french bread topped with goat cheese, filet, caramelized onions, and yocona sauce. I got the idea for the yocona bruschetta? from this recipe: http://pinterest.com/pin/148618856422915727/
I also made Korean beef tacos for dinner last week. Daniel always orders these at a local taco shop, so I thought I would give it a try. They were wonderful! A definite keeper in our dinner rotation. I believe the only modifications I made to the recipe were using the ground ginger in a jar rather than freshly grated and using regular rice vinegar rather than seasoned. This recipe definitely had some heat to it, but was amazingly good. The cabbage 'salad' topping was a must!
I hate making resolutions, but there is something about the end of the holidays and the start of a fresh year that just make me want to start fresh as well. I have many hopes for the coming year! I definitely want to be healthier and exercise more. I also have a huge goal for our family to save a rather large amount of money. I'm tired of seeing our money go to junk or food or junk food! I want to get outside more. I want to do a much better job with my garden this year. I want to take more weekend trips with my family. There are so many sites that are driving distance and inexpensive. I want to volunteer more. I want to be nicer to my husband and show my appreciation for all he does. This list could probably go on and on, I'm just glad to start this new year with a positive outlook. Here's to a wonderful 2012!
I also made Korean beef tacos for dinner last week. Daniel always orders these at a local taco shop, so I thought I would give it a try. They were wonderful! A definite keeper in our dinner rotation. I believe the only modifications I made to the recipe were using the ground ginger in a jar rather than freshly grated and using regular rice vinegar rather than seasoned. This recipe definitely had some heat to it, but was amazingly good. The cabbage 'salad' topping was a must!
I hate making resolutions, but there is something about the end of the holidays and the start of a fresh year that just make me want to start fresh as well. I have many hopes for the coming year! I definitely want to be healthier and exercise more. I also have a huge goal for our family to save a rather large amount of money. I'm tired of seeing our money go to junk or food or junk food! I want to get outside more. I want to do a much better job with my garden this year. I want to take more weekend trips with my family. There are so many sites that are driving distance and inexpensive. I want to volunteer more. I want to be nicer to my husband and show my appreciation for all he does. This list could probably go on and on, I'm just glad to start this new year with a positive outlook. Here's to a wonderful 2012!
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