Snow and more Snow

Newest Wreath

2012-01-27T05:26:00.001-08:00

I love making these

New Shindig

2011-11-10T12:02:00.000-08:00

I am FINALLY posting pictures of my new apartment per request a persistent little sister. Sorry LIV! So out new little place it just that. Little. We love it here though, and are so grateful we found a place that has two bedrooms and that was a SCREAMIN deal. It was a wonderful blessing. Enjoy the awkward angles of the pictures - again, think little.

I know my bedroom looks a little.... well, lacking personality..but our pictures are on the other walls, which I chose not to show you my covered dressers. So picture some dressers on the other wall with some cute family pictures above them.

Well, thats our little abode. Thanks for joining us on the tour! (Yep, I made that fun wreath - and I LOVE it)

Wave to me!

2011-11-10T09:45:00.000-08:00

There is the a sweet Asian gentlemen that waves to me in the morning. It is sweet that he waves, but what really makes me smile is his actual wave. He waves like an excited 6 year old that is just getting off the most exciting ride at the nearest theme park. He is genuine, and sweet, and so excited to see each driver on his walk each morning. Just wanted to note something that makes me smile each day.

YUMMY Corn Chowder

2011-11-06T10:19:00.000-08:00

I thought I better write this one down because I simply made some of it up - But it turned out rather yummy!

CORN CHOWDER
1/2 lb country sausage
1 red pepper - DICED
1 small onion - DICED
SAUTE together Drain if there is excess grease

In large pot:
Sausage mixture
2 Tb butter
1 Can creamed corn
1 Can corn
4 C chicken broth
Boil for 15 minutes then ADD:
2 C milk
5 Small Potatoes cut into bite size pieces

Mix together 2 T Flour and a little water to make a paste. Add to soup and simmer for 30 minutes

The recipes I read before hand called for bacon instead of sausage and celery instead of red bell pepper, but I thought this was VERY yummy.

Little things to remember...

2011-08-24T18:20:00.000-07:00

Cross country drive:
Wyoming
Colorado - Stayed the night in Burlington
Henry was out of bed at 445 am looking for his juice and talking to us as it it were 8am
Kanarado - A small city on the border of Colorado and Kansas - Clever huh
Kansas - Amazing Sunflower farms everywhere! Oil wells. Near and surrounding Kansas City there was road construction which was a bit of a drag, but they had rather funny, but very polite signs regarding the construction. "We know one LANE is such a PAIN!" There was a VERY scary rain and lightening storm as we left Missour the morning after the game.
ROYALS VS YANKEES! Very fun game
Independence MS
Indian
Ohio - HUGE spider webs in the trees in Ohio. JUST KIDDING. It was cotton.
Pennsylvania
Maryland
HOME!
The first three days were great! By the fourth, unfortunately for my sweet husband I started to get a little grumpy. But he was so sweet and patient with me. He did all but about 5 hours of the driving! What a man! Love you honey -

EARTHQUAKE! 4-23-2011

2011-08-24T18:10:00.000-07:00

Well, as so many already are aware, we experienced and earthquake yesterday! It was SCARY! And mild, but nevertheless we(I) was really shaken up. It started as a low rumble, and I asked Josh was that was. He didnt respond as he was waiting and feeling for more. There was more. The rumble got slightly worse and I asked if he thought it was an earthquake - He said "Yes" I then became a little more nervous, asked in a rushed tone where he thought we should be and flew under my kitchen table with Henry. My only thoughts were that it was going to get worse and we needed to be somewhere safe. It turns out that it was a very shallow but wide reaching quake. Thank goodness no one was hurt, and there is very little damage. Noted damage: Some of the spires on the DC Temple have cracked or fallen off, and there is a cathedral in DC with some damage. There are rumors that the Washington Monument has some cracks near the top and is closed until further notice for more inspection. I am just truly grateful we are safe. Sorry for all the worry people experienced in SLC. Our phones were out of service for several hours and the majority of DC was evacuated and the phone and networks were swamped. Here is the little damage we experienced.

Bear Lake with the Girls - Most of em anyway

2011-08-05T20:44:00.000-07:00

I mentioned to my mom that I didn't think I would be able to make it up to Bear Lake over the next few weekends before we leave due to it being just a little crazy as we prepare to leave SLC for VA again. I also mentioned that if by chance she wanted to make a mid-week run I could prolly make that happen. Well we rounded up Jame, Car, myself, Mom, and 3 of the babies, and spent some time up there. It was so much fun to dilly dally along as we did some shopping and eating in Logan. We enjoyed watching the babies play in the pool for a couple hours and visited, and laughed. We drove about 1/2 way around the lake, and enjoyed a morning at raspberry days. I just want my mom to know how much that time meant to me. I loved that mini road trip, and I am so thankful we were able to do that. LOVE YOU!

HENRY, ADDIE, FINN

Aww...Sleeping Babies. What PEACE! :)

My moms neighbor. Just thought it was a pretty picture

Yucky sweet pork burritos. Sorry Cafe Sabor! We wont be back.

This is an amazing home and it belonged to the 3 wives of my Great Great Grandfather Pugmire. I wish I could see it inside-

Such silly things at raspberry days, but we had so much fun.

You prolly cant tell, but Henry has taken his shoe off to have a conversation as if he were on the phone... Silly boy. He does this often.

What?

Day 17 — A habit you wish you didn't have

2011-07-18T05:08:00.000-07:00

NAIL BITING!

Day 16 — A favorite Youtube video

2011-07-18T05:05:00.000-07:00

Cheer leading daddy

Beautiful Bear Lake and My handsome boys

2011-07-05T11:27:00.000-07:00

We enjoyed a wonderful weekend in Bear Lake. Josh was able to get some really beautiful pictures, but here are just a few I got.

Day 15 — Next 3 on “Bucket List”

2011-06-30T17:04:00.000-07:00

This is my SUMMER IN UTAH bucket list
1. Go camping - That entails smores, fishin for the husband, sleeping in a tent, maybe a hike, and enjoying nature! (anybody have a tent we can borrow?! - JK)

2. Manti Pageant

3. Lagoon

Day 14 — Your dream house...

2011-06-26T15:20:00.000-07:00

while this home isnt EXACTLY what I would call my dream home, it's close. The neighborhood? Well, if we end up in UT I would love to be in the Sugarhouse or Salt Lake City area. This home is beautiful, while on the other hand an older fixer uper would be a lot of fun too.

Day 13 — What did you do today??

2011-06-08T14:07:00.000-07:00

Today we visited Grandma and Grandpa Snow's childhood homes. It was a very neat experience. Thanks Grandpa!

Happy Birthday Lovey! 26 years!

2011-06-07T18:55:00.000-07:00

Josh got a BOW TIE birthday cake this year! Happy Birthday sweety! We love you so much and are so blessed to have you as a husband and daddy!

Day 12 — A favorite quote

2011-05-30T11:31:00.000-07:00

It means no worries...for the rest of your days.....

Hi Again - Its been awhile, but I'm still out here

2011-05-21T12:55:00.000-07:00

Hi Universe,
Just wanted to take a moment and let you know we are still out here. It has been a whirlwind month for the Snow family. The last several weeks have been as follows:
April was "FINALS MONTH" - My sweet husband spent a great deal of time studying and preparing for finals while I spent a great deal of time organizing and packing for our big move. Welp - Finals ended and we made out to UT just in time for Jessica's wedding. It was a beautiful day, despite the surprise snow in the morning and she looked beautiful. Josh was sick from the time, it seemed, that we landed right up until the following Wednesday - the day he left for DC with his brother to continue our packing, put our stuff into storage, and make the long drive out here in our car so we had some transportation while we stay in SLC. During his leave, Henry and I visited my parents in St. Charles, ID. It had been almost 2 years since I had been up there and it was just as beautiful as I remember. Cold, and and my allergies were driving me crazy, but it was beautiful. That weekend was Mother's day, and I was grateful I was able to spend it with my wonderful Mother. We made some yummy food and watched some fun movies. We went for a quick ride on a four wheeler and attended church with her and my dad. I did miss my sweet husband as he was driving somewhere in Ohio that day... but we had a Mother's Day Moment before he left and guess what he surprised me with??
a NEW PINK ipod nano!
The face on my old one had broken and fallen off. What a sweet husband. Henry got me the new Adele CD which is now on my new ipod, and I listen to her while im in the car AND while I run. I just want to thank my sweet boys for a wonderful Mother's day Moment. I love them so much!
Well, after we enjoyed Bear Lake I was off to spend a few days with 6 of my nieces and nephews while my sister and her husband enjoyed a business trip in Texas. We had so much fun despite all the worry people had placed in my head. I would be spending two days with 4 kids old enough to be in school all day and 3 babies! The older kids were an amazing help and while they were in school... the babies just played together until their naps. They were so much fun. We had FHE, and made caramel french toast, and we made taffy and went out for pizza... We had a lot of fun.
The day I got home from my adventure with all of those kids so did my sweet husband. And a week and a half later we are still just adjusting and spending a lot of time together. Josh starts work on Monday which I am sure now will be another small adjustment for me, but meh...thats what life's about right?
PS- We have already celebrated 3 birthdays out here.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY:
LINDA! (may 11)
DAD! (may 15)
and..
CARLY (may 16)

Day 11 — A favorite book

2011-05-17T11:09:00.000-07:00

Day 10 — A favorite food & recipe

2011-04-18T11:50:00.000-07:00

I LOVE THIS RECIPE - It is easy, and SO Yummy!

Brown Sugar Spiced Pork Tenderloin*Makes about 2 1/2 pounds of pork tenderloin, enough to serve 8 adults*

Rub Ingredients:

2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 pork tenderloins (2 1/2 lb. total), each tenderloin cut into two chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil

Glaze ingredients:

1 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic (about 6-8 cloves)
1 tablespoon tabasco sauce

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a small bowl, stir together salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, and cinnamon, then coat the pork with the spice rub. Heat the oil in an ovenproof 12-inch heavy skillet that is ovenproof over medium high heat until the oil is hot and rippling. Brown the pork, turning, about 4 minutes total. Leave pork in the skillet. If you don’t have an ovenproof skillet, brown the pork in a skillet and transfer it to a foil-lined baking pan (like a 9X13-inch).

Stir together the brown sugar, garlic, and Tabasco and pat on top of each tenderloin. Roast in the middle of the oven until a thermometer inserted diagonally in center of each tenderloin registers 140, about 25 minutes. Let pork stand in the skillet at room temperature for 10 minutes. The temperature will rise to about 155 while standing. Slice on the diagonal and serve, spooning the sauce from the skillet on top of the pork.

Day 09 — A favorite movie

2011-04-16T17:37:00.000-07:00

i LOVE these movies

Day 08 — A favorite song

2011-04-15T09:04:00.000-07:00

Again, sorry for the delay, but it has taken me some time to find a song I LOVE. I realized this was the one I wanted to post as I turned up for Henry and I to dance to. Its fun to listen to, and has a great message!

LEE BRICE - LOVE LIKE CRAZY

They called him crazy when they started out
Said seventeen's too young to know what loves about
They've been together fifty-eight years now
That’s crazy

He brought home sixty-seven bucks a week
He bought a little 2 bedroom house on Maple Street
Where she blessed him with six more mouths to feed
Yeah that’s crazy

Just ask him how he did it; he'll say pull up a seat
It'll only take a minute, to tell you everything
Be your best friend, tell the truth, and overuse I love you
Go to work, do your best, don't outsmart your common sense
Never let your prayin' knees get lazy
And love like crazy

They called him crazy when he quit his job
Said them home computers, boy they'll never take off
He sold his one man shop to Microsoft
They paid like crazy

Just ask him how he made it
He'll tell you faith and sweat
And the heart of a faithful woman,
Who never let him forget

Be your best friend, tell the truth, and overuse I love you
Go to work, do your best, don't outsmart your common sense
Never let your prayin knees get lazy
And love like crazy

Always treat your woman like a lady
Never get too old to call her baby
Never let your prayin knees get lazy
And love like crazy

They called him crazy when they started out
They've been together fifty-eight years now

Ain't that crazy?oo young to know what loves about
They've been together fifty-eight years now
That’s crazy

He brought home sixty-seven bucks a week
He bought a little 2 bedroom house on Maple Street
Where she blessed him with six more mouths to feed
Yeah that’s crazy

Just ask him how he did it; he'll say pull up a seat
It'll only take a minute, to tell you everything
Be your best friend, tell the truth, and overuse I love you
Go to work, do your best, don't outsmart your common sense
Never let your prayin' knees get lazy
And love like crazy

They called him crazy when he quit his job
Said them home computers, boy they'll never take off
He sold his one man shop to Microsoft
They paid like crazy

Just ask him how he made it
He'll tell you faith and sweat
And the heart of a faithful woman,
Who never let him forget

Be your best friend, tell the truth, and overuse I love you
Go to work, do your best, don't outsmart your common sense
Never let your prayin knees get lazy
And love like crazy

Always treat your woman like a lady
Never get too old to call her baby
Never let your prayin knees get lazy
And love like crazy

They called him crazy when they started out
They've been together fifty-eight years now

Ain't that crazy?

Andes Mint Truffles...

2011-04-13T09:30:00.001-07:00

These baking chips were .87 at Target this week. I am definitely going to have to try this recipe.

Andes Mint Truffles:

(Return to Andes Creme de Menthe Recipes)

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons sweet butter cut into pieces and softened
1 tablespoon milk
2 egg yolks at room temperature
1 cup cocoa powder
1 cup Andes® Crème de Menthe Baking Chips
1 tablespoon Brandy or Rum (optional)

Directions:

Place Andes chips in heavy gauge saucepan. Cover pan and place in a frypan containing about 1 inch of hot, not boiling water set over low heat. Water around saucepan should come up to the ingredients inside the saucepan.

Set timer for 10-15 minutes depending on the amount of ingredients in the saucepan. Allow Andes to melt undisturbed making sure the water bath does not bubble or boil.

When timer goes off, remove cover and stir with wire whisk until smooth. Cool 5 minutes.

Beat egg yolk lightly, add a spoonful of candy mixture to the yolks and stir. Add the yolks to the candy in the pan and whisk. Mixture may become grainy; don't be alarmed. Add milk and brandy and whisk until smooth.

With whisk or hand-held electric mixer, beat in the butter piece by piece until smooth. Cover with plastic wrap pressed gently against the truffles mixture and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.

To form truffles, scoop out by teaspoons, shape into irregular balls, roll in cocoa powder and shake off excess cocoa.

Place on plate or jellyroll pan, cover with plastic wrap and store in refrigerator. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before serving. If desired, place each truffle in paper candy cup.

Yield:

24 Truffles

Favorite ways to save a little moola

2011-04-08T18:01:00.000-07:00

Hip2save.com - Love her blog, love her deals, love her giveaways!
Dealpulp.com - I got a 10.00 credit just for signing up!
Mamapedia.com - 5.00 credit just for signing up!
Groupon - In case we are on the lookout for something new and fun in our area thats a great deal!
Coupons!
coupon.com, smartsource.com, redplum.com, swagbucks.com, couponsuzy.com
SWAGBUCKS! - Currently my FAVORITE way to save a little moola. It's so easy, you simply use it as a search engine. Thats it! The more you use it as your main search engine the more 'swagbucks' you earn and you can cash them in. My good friend Heidi got me into this and I LOVE IT! Swagbucks.com also offers other ways to earn swagbucks. You can do 'tasks' or surveys, or codes, or contests! Well, I have been doing swagbucks for about 6 months and mostly only as a search engine and have earned about 45.00 worth of amazon gift cards.
Check it out!
AMAZON! - I also really love amazon right now. As a mommy I can join amazon mom and get prime (free) shipping on about a million things! My latest saves? Diapers! If you subscribe and save (sign up to have them shipped to you every 1-3 months -this can be cancelled right away-) they take 30% off your price and then you can use gift cards you earned on swagbucks! I get Henry all kinds of little goodies. His plates, and sippy cups, and so much fun stuff! Check it out!

Day 07 — Something I want to buy

2011-04-08T10:31:00.000-07:00

Now this is one I can do.... Here's my little list....
I lost Henry's Camelbak and I want to get him this one! Its cute huh.
I love these.... I know. It's a little outside my box, and of course they would require a whole array of new clothes in my closet, but I found a blog of a girl who wears these some days, and with the right wardrobe they would be so fun to own. http://tandsdaybook.blogspot.com/ She just has some super fun style!

Day 06 — Something I bought recently

2011-04-07T18:22:00.000-07:00

SORRY! I know I am late, but I havent known what to post today and then a friend reminded me of a great deal I snagged recently.
I have a hobby of finding really great deals! Actually, it's more like I seem to run into them fairly often... So here's one of my great finds.

I bought these pants at OLD NAVY for .49 Cheapest pair of jeans I will ever own.

Day 05 — Top 10 pet peeves

2011-04-03T17:33:00.000-07:00

1. Being Late -
2. Being Ignored
3. Being lied to
4. Cold water in the shower at 8pm because the rest of my apartment building is showering too!
5. Terrible drivers - No laughing Honey, Im a great driver.
6. ....
7. ....
8. ....
9. ....
10. ....
I already missed a day trying to come up with ten, so theres my 5. Maybe I'll come up with more later.....

Day 04 — Something I crave

2011-04-01T09:34:00.000-07:00

Now I'm craving both....Thanks a lot Day 4

Day 03 — A favorite photo

2011-03-31T17:47:00.000-07:00

I loved this weekend. I love my husband, and I love this picture

Day 02— An accomplishment I am most proud of in my life and why

2011-03-30T10:03:00.000-07:00

Hmmm... I almost didn't want to write today for the subject I had no interest in. To say that I am PROUD of one of MY accomplishments.... well it seems to be more work to come up with one then I felt good about, with my lack of a degree, and my desire to try and then fail nearly almost ALL of my recent hobbies.... but I can say that I am most proud my family. I am proud to be the mommy to a rambunctious, happy toddler. I am proud to be married to such a determined man. I feel my greatest accomplishment in my life thus far is my family, even if I had all that other stuff. Nuff said.

Day 01 — Something you are OCD about

2011-03-29T10:52:00.000-07:00

Having my toenails painted. Its a must. I am not always great at maintaining a beautiful new coat of paint, but they must be painted! My mom was alway a believer the a girls' gotta have a really great red, which I too am a strong believer of, however I alway think a girls' gotta have a really great purple. I lost my favorite purple when I lent it to a friend, and havent been able to replace it just yet. But until then, I am happy to go on with my favorite reds.

Sleeping baby

2011-03-29T10:49:00.000-07:00

I am certain I have used that title before. However it's my slot to write. I have discovered something about myself while blog surfing. I am a terrible writer! I love to blog, and I LOVE to post sweet pictures of Henry, but when it comes to my blog, I'm not so great. Often times I feel I have nothing grand to contribute to my blog so why write, however I have been inspired by a friends blog and am attempting to blog everyday for the next 28 days. Here are my subjects to make it a little easier to come up with something to say..... (thanks for the idea Cami!)
Day 01 — Something you are OCD about
Day 02— An accomplishment I am most proud of in my life and why
Day 03 — A favorite photo
Day 04 — Something I crave
Day 05 — Top 10 pet peeves
Day 06 — Something I bought recently
Day 07 — Something I want to buy
Day 08 — A favorite song
Day 09 — A favorite movie
Day 10 — A favorite food & recipe
Day 11 — A favorite book
Day 12 — A favorite quote
Day 13 — What did you do today??
Day 14 — Your dream house...
Day 15 — Next 3 on “Bucket List”
Day 16 — A favorite Youtube video
Day 17 — A habit you wish you didn't have
Day 18 — My comfort food
Day 19 — A hobby of mine
Day 20 —Your favorite Christmas tradition
Day 21 — Something I am afraid of
Day 22 — A photo of my family
Day 23 — 20 of my favorite things
Day 24 — A place I love
Day 25 — A child I love
Day 26 — A person I love
Day 27 — An art piece I love
Day 28 — Hopes, dreams and plans for the next 365 days

March 17, 2011 - 4 Years Married, Eternity to go

2011-03-20T20:39:00.000-07:00

I am so grateful for my sweet husband. We celebrated 4 wonderful years of marriage this week and I spent much of the week reminiscing all of the amazing memories we have shared together. I did this for two reasons, 1. of course because March 17th marked 4 incredible years, and 2. because we are moving to SLC for the summer and I have seized this opportunity to ORGANIZE! (more to come regarding our move, and my organizing skills..or LACK THEREOF) I have been able to dig through 4 LARGE boxes filled with amazing pictures, and trinkets and packages. For those that don't know, let me share our story just bit. Josh and I met when he was 17, and I 16 in our high school seminary class. A bit cliche? Well...we did. We were awkwardly paired up for a rousing game of scripture battleship. He teased me for cheating and I him and we became friends instantly. We were both dating other people at the time (as much as you can be "dating" someone in hs) and Josh was preparing to graduate, begin college, and then not long after leave for a mission. However, we were inseparable. We spent a great deal of time emailing, chatting, and visiting on our walks from seminary. Well, my sweet best friend left on his mission to the Philippines with the agreement between us that if I would date, and may or may not be around when he got home. About 3 weeks into his mission I knew I would be here for him when he got home. We wrote, I cried every night for the first year and after 2 long, faithful years he came home to me. We were married 7 1/2 months later and in our four years we have moved across the nation, have completed a bachelors (well he has), have made it halfway through grad school, have an incredibly beautiful son, and are still so much in love.
I was surprised to find that Josh wanted to plan our anniversary evening and I was happy to let him do so. He arranged for a babysitter (Thank you Heidi!) and I met him at school after his evening class ended. We then walked through the city a bit and ended up at Old Ebbit Grill for dinner. For those that dont know Old Ebbit Grill it is Washington DC's OLDEST saloon, and said to be among several Presidents favorite. There was a bagpiper just outside the restaurant, which although it was very loud, we enjoyed it very much. (it dawned on me that we have spent 3 of our 4 anniversaries in DC - Cool huh...) The food was wonderful, the restaurant was an experience and the company could not have been better. Thank you for 4 incredible years baby. I love you forever, with everything that I have and am.

So Blessed!

2011-02-27T13:23:00.000-08:00

I just felt the need to express my gratitude I have for my family and friends! I felt so loved on my birthday with everyones thoughtfulness. I spent the saturday before my birthday with my husband and sweet little boy in Washington DC exploring the American History Museum, and having lunch at Ben's Chili Bowl! I was then dropped off only to be surprised by some friends with a party! It is fun to share a birthday with a close friend and we enjoyed our party the thoughtfulness of our friends! On my actual birthday we visited Mt. Vernon for just a bit in the morning after my sweet husband made me breakfast, enjoyed a relaxing afternoon, and an enjoyable dinner with some shopping afterwards. My sweet husband gave me some sneakers that snap up the side...(I have LOVED this style of shoe for 3 years or more, it was amazing he remembered!) and an adorable mustard yellow shirt, both from one of my FAVORITE stores: H&M. My mom, dad, and sister gave me a Red LeCreuset casserole dish. I had written MONTHS ago how much I LOVED these dishes and would someday collect them in all colors and sizes. I love it! My sisters sent me my Brighton Bracelet. It is engraved "Embrace the Journey," which has been my motto for life lately. I look at this bracelet EVERY time I visit the mall. I have wanted it for probably a year now! I am just so amazed and feel so loved to know that the people around my care so much about me. My mother-in-law bought my coat that I wear every day now, and sent me a gift card to our favorite ice cream place! My dear friend Kate sent me a package with the works! She sent valentines, some adorable art work for my birthday with party favors and confetti, and a cute green and white scarf for St. Patrick's Day which just happens to by my wedding anniversary. I LOVE YOU ALL! Thank you for making my birthday one to remember. I truly am so so so blessed!

Yummy!

2011-02-15T10:16:00.000-08:00

This recipe is from one of my favorite recipe blogs.... It was SOO Yummy! I NEVER cook with pork because I havent had the best experience cooking with it, but this I will definitely do again! The meat was so tender and yummy. SO GOOD!

Brown Sugar Spiced Pork Tenderloin*Makes about 2 1/2 pounds of pork tenderloin, enough to serve 8 adults*

Rub Ingredients:

2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 pork tenderloins (2 1/2 lb. total), each tenderloin cut into two chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil

Glaze ingredients:

1 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic (about 6-8 cloves)
1 tablespoon tabasco sauce

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a small bowl, stir together salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, and cinnamon, then coat the pork with the spice rub. Heat the oil in an ovenproof 12-inch heavy skillet that is ovenproof over medium high heat until the oil is hot and rippling. Brown the pork, turning, about 4 minutes total. Leave pork in the skillet. If you don’t have an ovenproof skillet, brown the pork in a skillet and transfer it to a foil-lined baking pan (like a 9X13-inch).

Stir together the brown sugar, garlic, and Tabasco and pat on top of each tenderloin. Roast in the middle of the oven until a thermometer inserted diagonally in center of each tenderloin registers 140, about 25 minutes. Let pork stand in the skillet at room temperature for 10 minutes. The temperature will rise to about 155 while standing. Slice on the diagonal and serve, spooning the sauce from the skillet on top of the pork.

Happy 2/14

2011-02-14T08:22:00.001-08:00

Happy Valentines Day to the Universe and of course the LOVE of my life. Thank you for being an amazing father, husband and best friend.

Anyone who lives near me knows that today is BEAUTIFUL outside! Can we say SPRING?! It is a wonderful 52(ish) degrees outside and Henry and I have already spent some of the morning playing on the playground coatless. In long sleeves of course but still.... Enjoy this amazing weather and fun holiday! I know we will be!

-C

February 10, 2011

2011-02-10T10:04:00.001-08:00

Happy 8 Years baby. Can you believe it? Love you!

Exploding Crust?

2011-01-26T19:20:00.001-08:00

You cant tell, but underneath that exploding crust is a yummy chicken pot pie. I thought some might find this funny. I tried the bisquick recipe for chicken pot pie crust, doubled the recipe because what it made the first time just didnt seem like enough and...VOILA! Uh... I'll remember this for next time. It was very good though.

Did you know that.....

2011-01-16T15:42:00.001-08:00

My husband has a love for taking pictures. I am so excited for this hobby of his. He enjoys capturing beautiful places, and I am grateful he has taken more interest in this hobby more recently. Enjoy his new photo journal blog called Fuzzy Memories. Goodluck sweethart!

Another Amazing Recipe! Rated - EASY!

2011-01-11T09:45:00.000-08:00

I LOVED these meatballs and will use this recipe again soon!

Lion House Sweet and Sour Meatballs
(I served this with some yummy fried rice)

Meatballs

1 to 1-1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
3/4 cup oats
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Mix ingredients and form into 12 2-inch balls. Place in casserole dish, cover with sauce (recipe follows) and bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Sweet and Sour Sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
1 tsp mustard
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Combine on low heat in saucepan until sugar dissolved.

Hello World -

2011-01-08T05:05:00.001-08:00

Well, it has only taken me something like 10 days to get back into my normal routine. We did have a really wonderful Christmas vacation though and LOVED seeing our families. It was great to see Henry with all of his cousins. We are also enjoying the new year very much. We did stay up until 12:00am this year! The first in a while simply because I was preggo and working one year and nursing a baby that would be up all night anyway another. Well we finally stayed up! Josh and I were lucky enough to be able to buy a WII with all of our Christmas money and a few games. We competed all night together. It was so much fun. The WII is one of those things I never cared to own, but having it is so much fun. I love my sweet family and am so grateful every day for them. Happy New Year!

Wrapping Up 2010

2011-01-01T11:29:00.000-08:00

Wow! Time flies huh?! We enjoyed a great year! So many great things happened! Lets recap shall we?

January

I got really big into card making!

Henry cut his first 2 teeth!

February

I celebrated turning 24!

February 10, 2010 marked 7 great years for Josh and I!

March

I began making my own baby food for Henry and loved it! I will do it for every child!

We visited New York and Philidelphia for our anniversary

3 Year wedding anniversary. I love you baby!

Henry Crawls!

Law school Competitions left and right it seemed. Okay, maybe just a couple, but still!

April

Kate Bingham gets married! Congrats girly! We got to go for the wedding. We visited from 4/22-5/1

We visited the incredible Cherry Blossom Festival in DC

MAY

MOVE- AGAIN!

We visited the amazing Great Falls National Park

June

Josh's Birthday - Happy 25! Nats game!

Henry walks!

JULY -

Not a busy month for us. We swam a lot....! :)

August

Henry turns 1!

Uncle Ryan Visits

We were able to go to the beautiful Shendandoah National park.

Sept

October

Henry and I visited my mom and aunt in North Carolina. We had so much fun!

Henry was a Dragon for halloween

November-

Thanksgiving with friends hosted by Adam and Eve Fowles

Dec-

SLC! 12/18-12/29 (Pictures to come!)

Thanks to my family for all the great times! I am so looking forward to 2011~

Here are a few things to go on my bucket list for 2011 - Wish me luck!

-The beach! How have we not been yet?

-Visit Aunty Jen again. That truly was so much fun!

-Mt Vernon

-Herndon Zoo

-.....Well, baby is screaming, but watch for this list to grow!

Snowy Christmas

2010-12-18T08:20:00.001-08:00

We may have a Christmas tradition after all! Oh Im sure we have more then that but recognizing them is the true task. It is D day and we fly out in just a few hours. Destination? SLC, UT! We will be with all of our family this year for Christmas just as we always have been. The difference is in getting there. We are so excited though! Josh and I celebrate Christmas with just the three of us before we leave though. This is the tradition I was talking about. We made a beautiful turkey dinner last night, opened gifts, played with our son and watched him play with his new gifts. (Videos to come) We watched a Christmas movie and enjoyed hot chocolate. It was truly a perfect night. My husband, as he usually does, spoiled me with a beautiful gift and help with dinner and Henry and a stocking full of my favorites! We got Henry just a toy or two, which he seems to really enjoy, and Jake, Kaley and Jordan all got him gifts. It is only 12/18 and Henry has already been able to open several gifts! He is a very loved little boy. Hooray for Christmas traditions!

Pumpkin crafty

2010-11-14T17:29:00.001-08:00

Thank you Tristan for this fun fun activity!

Amazing Friends

2010-11-11T06:32:00.000-08:00

I have such sweet friends. You know who you are. I love you guys! Thank you so much for all you have done for me! I will be forever grateful I have such good friends in my life.

Dear Universe

2010-11-10T19:05:00.001-08:00

I just read an email from my most previous ward announcing the very unexpected death of Forrest Mooey. I didnt know him well, except that we were ward missionaries together, and he is a recently graduated attorney. His wife gave birth to their second little girl while I was in the ward, and they have a 3 year old. I am heartbroken for their loss. It seems as if death has been on my mind a lot lately. I seem more and more nervous about losing someone close to me. Maybe it has something to do with being a mother and feeling to need to protect my my son and family before anything else. I dont know how I would react to such a loss. I am so devastated for this family. I am certain many tears will be shed for this family and their loss. They will certainly be in our prayers as they grieve and as we grieve for their loss with them. If I have anything to tell the universe tonight it is that I am so grateful for every moment we have to be together as a family, and If anything ever happened to any one of them I would want to remember that each day I was given with them was a gift. An incredible gift.

Wishlist.

2010-11-10T10:21:00.000-08:00

Arent these Le Creuset Pots incredible? I am lucky enough to have flat cherry red pan and a royal blue casserole dish in the brand but I LOVE these pots. I want one in each of these colors....the turquoise caribbean, the yellow, and lime green! I want some sauce pans, and casserole dishes. Lucky they run about 200.00 huh. Who needs em eh? But they sure are beautiful.

HALLOWEEN 2011

2010-10-31T14:43:00.000-07:00

I have simply decided that if I dont plan NOW we will yet again do nothing (aside from the ward's celebration) for Halloween next year. This is my list for "MUSTS!"

Carmel Apples

Carve Pumpkins

Visit a farm (Apple picking, Pumpkin picking, Animals, Trees, A RED BARN (a must within a must))

Costumes....Thats a long stretch for Josh and I but I can dream eh? Maybe Salt'N'Peppa? Maybe Sonny and Cher? Maybe...Not...

Candy Corn - Okay, been there done that. Again, and again....

Tricker treating! Henry will be old enough dont ya think??

Kids Halloween Costume contest. Nuff said.

Wish me luck!

New watch hobby!

2010-10-14T18:30:00.001-07:00

Hi!

I have picked up a rather fun new hobby. I LOVE making watches! I keep waiting for my thrill to die out a little, but I am having so much fun!! Check out my new blog! watchmesparkle2.blogspot.com

My crazy life

2010-09-23T06:19:00.000-07:00

When Josh and I moved out here a little over a year ago I was a full time stay at home mommy. I still am, but I have picked up a lot of..."hobbies" along the way. Mostly to give me something to do, and a little money to help with 1/284374th of the bills. Here goes:

-Nanny: Jake and Kaley Monday - Thursday (Drop em off and pick em up from school. Monday is their short day so we hang out a little longer then)

-Crepes! Every other week I help out at a crepes stand at our local farmers market

-Jazzy: 3 days a week I babysit at a local workout studio for just an hour in exchange for free classes and a little moola

-Thursdays: I may be babysitting a little girl from 9-12

-With the help of a friend who took me very serious a year ago when I mentioned that I really wanted to be apart of the spouses association, she passed it along, and I am now currently the President for the J. Rueban Clark Law Society Spouses Association. Woot Woot!

-My own little business. Its a secret. Dont tell :)

I have really enjoyed all of these new activities in my life, but I do really miss hanging out with my friends. What happened to our weeklys girls??! Can we please do something?!

Until next time.... It may be awhile! Apparently I have gotten a little busy :)

New recipe -

2010-09-07T15:37:00.000-07:00

I hope my friend doesnt mind that I am borrowing....Okay STEALING this amazing recipe off her family blog, which by the way, I am now a follower. (wink) I was very pleased with this recipe. It reminded me greatly of cafe rio, and it simply couldnt get any more...simple. Enjoy!

Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas

If you go to food blogs, you've probably seen this one. Everyone who tries it wants to post it, because it is so good( and their pictures look a lot better than mine!). I think it originated on The Sister's Cafe blog (see sidebar) , but I've seen it on a couple of others, too. It's just a great combination of flavors, and pretty easy to make.

Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas

Two whole (or four halves) boneless, skinless Chicken breasts, cooked and shredded

Put breasts in sauce to marinate:

1/3 cup honey

1/4 cup fresh lime juice

1 T. chili powder

1/2 tsp. garlic powder (or can use fresh garlic- that's what I did)

Mix ingredients together and let the meat soak in the delicious sauce for at least 30 minutes.

Other ingredients:

2 cans green enchilada sauce (I used bottled)

Flour tortillas

Grated Cheese (Mexican mix, cheddar, Mozzarella- whatever you like)

One of the bloggers suggested adding 1 cup sour cream. I think I'll try it next time.

Spray a 13 x 9 pan with cooking spray and pour in enough green enchilada sauce to cover bottom.

Fill tortillas with cheese and chicken mix. Roll up enchiladas and nestle together in the pan. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with more cheese. Bake at 350 for about 30 minutes, turning on broiler at the end to brown the top. It's yummy! Oh, and the recipe said you could use pork instead of the chicken.

Under construction

2010-09-02T14:40:00.000-07:00

My blog is under construction. Until I find a back ground and header that I love you may have to suffer through my complete lack of decision making skills. Let me know what you think as you like, love or hate them! I will not change the name however. I find that I try to remind myself on a daily basis to

"Embrace the Journey"

My sweet husband will never have so many chunks of time off as he does while he is in school. Life moves along at a pleasurable pace, and I am embracing this time in my life. At least trying.

Worst....

2010-09-02T14:33:00.000-07:00

Grilled cheese sandwich ever! I love a good grilled cheese sandwich. I think I ate at least...yes, at least, so possibly more,.... at least one grilled cheese sandwich every day that I was in the hospital with me kidney infection during month 4 of pregnancy AND every day that I was in the hospital after I had Henry. Grilled cheese and cantaloupe. Well, after a rather exhausting day of entertaining a 7 year old and a 10 year old I did not have it in me to cook. Anything. Josh chose 5 Guys for dinner which was fine with me and what sounded really good was a small bacon cheese burger with A1 sauce and what I chose was a grilled cheese sandwich. I chose this for two reasons.

1. Thats always safe. Anyone can pull of a great grilled cheese. FALSE

2. It was much less expensive.

Well, the magic of the 5 Guys grilled cheese is to turn a hamburger bun inside out and throw on 3...maybe 4 pieces of American chz, burn the bread and call it good. EW. The cheese wasnt even melted.

I was a little disappointed and my husband will probably roll his eyes at this blog as I am still stewing over it days later. Meh...whaddya do.

National Harbor

2010-08-09T03:30:00.000-07:00

Hi! Yesterday we had the opportunity to visit the National Harbor because Josh's brother is in town and staying there. It is so beautiful! I can't believe we havent been before yesterday. We were a little limited in what we could do because it was the Sabbath, but I am sure we will be out there again. They have a PEEPS store. An entire store for Peeps! Also they were projecting a movie right above the water on a screen. They call it "sunday night's movie on the potomac" I think that is so cool. People just bring lawn chairs and hang out until its dark enough to see the movie! There is an incredible monument called "The Awakening" at National Harbor, and I would love to go back and get some pictures. Its in the sand and I put Henry down with bare feet to walk with me and he hated the sand. In due time I think.....

Anyway, something to remember when we have visitors....National Harbor.

Inspiration

2010-08-08T10:57:00.000-07:00

I have been inspired to give my blog a makeover by two different sources. A friend changed hers just a few days ago to these adorable letter blocks! Also, I have had to tap into my creative side to create my sisters blog so she would get started on one. Enjoy the new look! I hope I do :)

August 5, 2010

2010-08-05T18:40:00.001-07:00

My sweet little Henry turns one today. I dont know whether or not to be sad or happy. Of course I am both. I think no one truly knows how fast time flies until they have a child. I cannot believe the amount of growth that takes place in such a short amount of time! Today has however been just as long as today one year ago it seems! HAHA! We have done a lot of fun things today and stayed very busy. I have written already a little bit about the blessings Henry has brought into our lives on his blog, I just wanted to end the day by telling the Universe, and my Heavenly Father thank you for placing so much trust in me. Thank you for sending my family this incredible little spirit. Thank you.

New recipes I love

2010-07-26T17:40:00.000-07:00

Hi,

So... you know those days when you cant think of anything to make for dinner...I mean nothing is crossing your mind? Well, I have those days often and thought I better start making note of my favorites lately. I have been trying hard this last week or so to have something edible for my sweet hubby when he gets home at night... so this is where we are:

Mdtrn pizza pitas - Betty Crocker Cook book

Italian Sausage Lasagna: Allrecipes.com

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Italian Sausage Lasagna

By: Becky Harrington

"'I received this recipe from a friend,' writes Becky Harrington of Grandin, North Dakota. 'It's the best lasagna I've had!'"

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45 Min

Cook Time:
40 Min

Ready In:
1 Hr 25 Min

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Ingredients

2 Italian sausage links, casings removed
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup tomato paste
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 egg, beaten
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
4 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Crumble sausage into a small skillet. Add onion and garlic; cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Drain. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes. Combine the egg, ricotta and parsley.
Spread 1/4 cup sauce in an 8-in. x 4-in. x 2-in. loaf dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Trim noodles to fit dish. Layer a third of the noodle pieces over sauce; top with a third of the remaining sauce, a third of the ricotta mixture and 3 tablespoons mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers twice.
Cover; bake at 375 degrees F for 30 minutes or until browned. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting.

Eve's Yummy French bread: Ask her for it, cause you'll love how easy it is.

Chicken Enchiladas: add what you like :)

Potato Salad

Meat loaf

Baked French Toast: Okay, so more like a dessert, but so great!

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Ingredients
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/2 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 (1 pound) loaf unsliced white bread, with crust trimmed
5 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
Combine light corn syrup, butter and sugar in saucepan; simmer until syrup-like. Pour mixture over the bottom of a 9"x 13" pan.
Slice bread into 12-16 slices; place over the syrup. Layer as needed.
Beat together the eggs, milk, vanilla, and salt. Pour over bread. Cover with saran wrap. Refrigerate overnight.
Bake in a preheated oven 350 degree F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.
Cut into squares. Invert and serve.

Banana Bread: Betty Crocker cook book

Teriyaki Chicken and rice - Allrecipes.com

Cajun Chicken Pasta - Heidi, Thank you!

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Cajun-Chicken-Pasta/Detail.aspx

Things I did differently:

Used regular spaghetti instead of linguine (the skinnier noodles means more flavor, less noodle)
Cut up the chicken (use less chicken, makes it cheaper)
Fried the chicken in olive oil (less fat)
Used about 2/3 a pepper of each of the pepper and 2 green onions (Jake and I like that balance of veggies better)
Didn't use lemon pepper (because I didn't have any)
Didn't use salt (because I forgot it)
Didn't measure the spices exactly, just kind of put in what looked good (because I'm lazy)
Sprinkled extra cajun season while mixing in the other spices (for extra flavor)
Didn't use parmesan cheese (because I forgot to get it out)

So there ya go. Good luck recreating that one! Ha! It's still pretty good if you make the recipe as is. I've tried that before too and found it delicious.

Heidi

Anyway...There are a few new recipes that are christen approved and christen "CAN DO"
Pass any other great recipes my way, I'm always looking!

Thoughts a year later

2010-07-16T17:54:00.001-07:00

Well, my little boy's one year birthday is just around the corner and it seems to be high on my list of constant thoughts. I can't believe I have been a mommy for a year. I can't how much our little boy has blessed our lives. I can't believe how much growth and progress I get to witness with him. He is such a big boy. Walking! And Talking! - You know... blah blah da da...Hi! All the fun baby talk. He is so handsome. Just like his daddy, and I am proud to be his mommy. I am blessed to have a good friend who was able to take some really really really adorable pictures of Henry. They are his one year pictures, so this is just a sneak peak... You have to wait for the rest. Enjoy!

-Christen

Sleeping baby

2010-07-06T10:01:00.000-07:00

Hi,
I have a few minutes before I need to go grab 2 loads from the dryers downstairs, and probably less until little Henry wakes up. Just thought I'd check in with the world out there. For lunch today I am eating tortilla chips and water. I should probably make myself a sandwich and peel a carrot...maybe later. If time permits eh? I found out that a friend of mine from college is preggo! Congrats Alison! I am so excited for her. Someone mentioned recently that blogging and journaling is great for prosperity's sake, not that I wasnt aware, but I am going to try harder to be a little more on top of this all. Here are a few pictures of friends and things we have done lately. Enjoy!

2010-06-28T08:26:00.000-07:00

22. Finding a really really great deal!

23. Dinner with friends

24. Skype

25. Flavored blasted goldfish

26. walking henry!

More Home Sweet Home...

2010-06-15T19:25:00.001-07:00

Again...a little sad that you can see our cute family picture. Thats our lovely "couch"
The view from our balcony... at night we can just watch a million fireflys...it's so amazing!
My home grown basil...WOOT WOOT -
My little kitchen where Henry visits me while I make all kinds of yummy stuff....

New Home Sweet Home

2010-06-15T19:20:00.001-07:00

I promised some pictures of our new little apartment for a friend! Enjoy the tour of our little home.
Henry's Little Nook - -
"Living room.."
Our little dining area...we really are trying harder to eat at the table rather then use it for...anything really. Mostly Junk. I am bummed because above our table is a really beautiful picture of the Savior. Try to imagine it...

Happy Birthday Sweet Husband

2010-06-10T07:50:00.000-07:00

We celebrated Josh's 25 Birthday this week. On saturday we enjoyed a Nationals Baseball game. On Monday, his actual birthday, Henry and I went into the city and took him lunch. When He got home we had 5 Guys for dinner and ate yummy birthday cake. I hope you had a good birthday sweethart! We love you so much!!!

Well yesterday morning I woke up feeling very ill... I knew right away that I had mastitis....again. For the 5th time. On top of that I have been fighting an ear infection for 2 1/2 weeks.... I decided it was finally time to go to the doctor. Yes, Im kinda stubborn, and dont enjoy spending my money at the Doctors... But I am so glad I went. I spent most the day in bed yesterday, and received a pleasant surprise. After Henry woke from his afternoon nap I grabbed him and put him in bed with me. I had done next to nothing yesterday, and watched Henry terrorize my apartment, as I just felt so terrible... Well, we are laying in my bed when Josh pokes his head in. at 4pm! He left work early! What a great husband! He got me some tylenol and took Henry shopping for a couple hours. I am glad to report that I am having a much better day today thanks to my sweet husband for helping me find a way to get some rest yesterday.

Grumpy moment?

2010-05-12T19:11:00.000-07:00

I try hard to steer away from adding grumpy moments on my blog...but ya gotta hear this one...
I went to the dentist today (Grumpy #1)
The assistant comes in to chit chat with me like she usually does. I have recently been to the dentist several times trying to fix my poor little mouth...Yes, I do my part to add to the problem, but I like to mostly blame it on genetics. My grandma had dentures by the time she was...17 I think. Thanks Grandma!
The assistant asks about my little boy, and proceeds to tell me about her son (now 11) and her ex-hubby. She tells me all about how every man cheats. They just do. She used horrible language. I then told her I was happy with my husband and confident that he would never cheat and that not every man cheats....
(Crappy conversation with the assistant while waiting for the dentist...Grumpy #2)
Well, I am mostly trying to avoid her conversing with me as much as possible and then she excitedly asks "Are you pregnant?!" (GRUMPY #3)...Uh...WHAT?! Okay, yes, I think I ate my way around Utah, and did come home with a little extra baggage, and yes, I was sitting totally upright in the dentist chair in pants that were probably a little tight around my waist and showing all the wrong curves, but come on.... I politely tell her that I am not preggo, and then guess what she does....YEP, she goes on to tell me where I can find an 8 Pound HULA HOOP to help loose the weight. Yep, HER WORDS!!! (GRUMPY #4) What?! Who is this woman?! What if I am totally and completely happy with my physical appearance?! Maybe I wouldnt be bothered then huh... Whatever.
Marcus was good today and we were able to spend about an hour outside. I really enjoyed it.
I know I'm a weenie, but Im still slightly, a little bit, not comfortable sleeping alone, or sleeping in total darkness...yes, I said it. I am scared of the dark. Why? You could ask one of my sisters dumb boyfriends growing up. I wont bore you with that story. I bring it up because it's almost 11pm - way past my bed time - and my sweet husband is picking some friends up from an airport that is an hour away... He wont me home until close to 1am I guess....so.... what should I do? Maybe a movie will help me fall asleep.... I'll let you know. Have a really great night dear world.
-C

Good Morning

2010-05-12T06:44:00.000-07:00

20. My husband. I love him.
21. Pictures!
ENJOY!

Kate and Brent's Wedding Day - Doesnt she look amazing!?

Sweet baby Ty, I wish I got more pictures with all of my nieces and nephews!

My sweet Henry and I

Henry had a rough schedule in SLC, but he was a trooper! He did crash like this though pretty often.... Shoes and all

Posing with Grandma Julia in his cool new baby legs that Aunty Jamee gave him. LOVE YOU!
All in all, traveling is a lot of fun, but a lot of work too. Its difficult to make sure everyone has their fair share of Henry, and harder to want to see so many people and places. My favorites? I just loved being with family.
I visited Noodles & Co. It made me miss everyone so so so much!! That restaurant was my baby and those people were my second family. I went to lunch with Yaz and Staci, a couple of my favorite managers. It was so much fun to catch up. They are some of my favorite friends.
I finally got my mom a new hair blow dryer for Mother's day. I have wanted to get her one for a LONG time! Let me tell you about her sad little blow dryer. She has been using, for as long as I can remember, a little gray, travel size blow dryer. The back of it...you know the cover for in front of the hot coils?? That was broken, chipped, and taped on. the front? Oh, its pretty much gone too.... I wouldnt let anyone under the age of 14 operate that little blow dryer for fear of it burning them... I'm just teasing mom! She was just in desperate need for a new dryer....HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!
I got to spend a little time with Josh's mom on my last day in SLC. That was fun. We spent some time shopping. She bought Henry this adorable little summer outfit... Give him another month, and He will fit into it perfectly, and then I think i'll have his picture taken in it. I am excited because by then he might have 4...FOUR teeth on top! So cute!!
Anyway, I enjoyed all my time with family and friends. I love and miss you all! Until next time!

100 Things that make me happy

2010-05-04T12:18:00.000-07:00

1. My sweet husband.
2. My handsome little boy (who has been sleeping now for 2 hours in the afternoon.... I dont remember the last time that has happened!)
3. The Gospel - I am so grateful to be apart of this incredible work
4. Water
5. ORANGE - Mostly anything ORANGE
6. My car
7. Airplanes
8. Payday
10. Bread
11. Music
12. the Library
13. Bathtime
14. Bedtime
15. Excersizing
16. The wind
17. My ward
18. FAMILY
19. My friends - You know who you are! LOVE YA!.................
Have to run. More happy to come!

To move or not to move....

2010-04-18T20:08:00.000-07:00

That is the grand question! We are at that time in our lease where we need to figure out what we are going to do when it is up. I have exactly 3 days now to get it figured out. Let me share my quick dilema...and any comments or opinions appreciated! (Although, I am leaning heavily one way... lets see if you can guess...)
Our nine month lease is up on May 31, 2010. We live in a one bedroom apartment.
CURRENT APT:
We can renew for 3 more months in a one bedroom, and then because Henry will be one we will need to move to a 2 bedroom. Thats 400.00 more in rent.
Great location
Great view
Swimming Pool
WASHER AND DRYER!
One of my greatest friends is within walkie talkie distance...
I love our ward!
POSSIBLE NEW APT:
Outside of my ward boundaries
No walking friends...
Within walking distance of the Dunn Loring Metro. 5 MINUTES!
Pool!
7 Parks!
Awesome View outside our window
I lose having a washer and dryer, but their is one in the building.
1 bed and a den for the same price that I pay here, AND I can sign a one year lease with Henry!
Well............what do you think?? I'll let you know how the saga ends! Wish me luck!

UPDATE!

2010-04-09T08:27:00.000-07:00

I have some very exciting news! I just found out and had to put it out there for you all to read!
Remember last Tuesday Josh had an interview with the Attorney General - Public Safety division? And remember how he had been offered a position with the Attorney General - Civil Division? AND remember how he really wanted the Public Safety job but would take the civil one??.... WELL! Today he was offered a position with the Public Safety Division! I just want to tell him how proud of him I am! He works so hard, and I dont give him enough credit. He's is a great student, and an amazing Dad. Henry lights up every night when I tell him it's time to go pick up daddy. (Josh thinks that I make that up, but I dont)
Congratulations Baby! I am so proud of you! I love you.

a bumble bee and a beetle

2010-04-07T08:04:00.000-07:00

I think they had a baby! And that baby had a baby, and that baby had a LOT of babies! EW. They are everywhere! These large gross BumbleBee Beetles! If one of them comes into my little home, I'm not kidding, I am going to have to go to the mall until Josh gets home from school. I do not like bugs, flies, crickets...or anything similar.

And the world keeps turning....

2010-04-06T08:01:00.000-07:00

We visited the Cherry Blossom festival at the Jefferson Memorial this last weekend. It was beautiful! You know those places you can go where you just feel calm, and peace, and you could just sit with your eyes closed for hours? Thats how the Jefferson Memorial would be if there werent SO MANY PEOPLE! I forget sometimes that we live in such a tourist-y place.... It was beautiful though.
Other places that are like that for me are:
-The Temple...obviously
-The waterfall in the Pilippines that we hiked to... I dont remember its name, but it was incredible. Id go back to the Philippines just for that hike and waterfall again. We had to hike through rice paddies, and down a mountain, and up a mountain... Josh showed me this amazing flower that the Philippinas call "Shy Shy" If you touch it, the petals pull in. Isnt that incredible!
-Old Towne Alexandria's waterfront
-Utah's Mountains
.....More to come I'm sure. Those are just the ones Ive been most recently thinking about.
I have started working out doing Jazzercize! WOOT WOOT! Alright, Its kinda for old ladies, but I really enjoy it, and there's free babysitting! It doesnt get much better then that...oh wait! The class is free too! Wish me luck! I'm hoping to get in shape, eat better, and STAY in shape!
Easter fell on conference weekend this year. I love when things like that happen. Like when Christmas falls on a Sunday. I didnt get as much out of conference as I would have liked due to 1. Having a curious, mischievious little boy, and 2. I was planning and preparing for a dinner with 10 people.... naughty, I know. It was great though to spend the holiday evening with friends though, because when you are so far away from home, friends are family. And everyone, EVERYONE needs family around an special days.
Until my next random entry.... Adios!

Candy in salad?

2010-04-02T08:58:00.000-07:00

MMmmmmm...
I was made aware of this really great salad at bunko last month, I thought I'd share..

Mixed Greens
Candied Pecans (recipe on allrecipes.com)
Blue cheese crumbles
Grated parmesan cheese

Dressing: Pesto... I added a little ranch to make a pesto ranch, similar to a dressing that we had at noodles & co a long time ago. SO YUMMY!
You should really really really! try this salad.

ENJOY

Ya win some, ya lose some

2010-03-29T06:22:00.000-07:00

Is it morning already? We seemed to have a rough night last. Poor Henry. I woke up to him grunting around is his crib around 11:45 last night to find his swimming in vommit. Yes, everywhere. His poor head was covered and everything in his crib needed to be washed. He smelled terrible and looked at me as if to say sweetly "mommy, my tummy hurts" It explains why I couldn't get him to eat any solids last night.
We took off his clothes, threw him in the tub, and he sat there, so tired, and not sure why he was in the water sooo late. I knew that Henry would not be able to sleep in his crib because his mattress was soaked, so we pulled the air mattress out by daddy, waking him up in the process...sorry daddy! Henry quickly fell back to sleep, but we woke up this morning to find that he still is so sick to him tummy. Whats a mommy to do??
We found out last night that Josh did not make it on to the moot board. I think he's a little disappointed. He worked so hard this last week, and I think would have really enjoyed that work. I think he may be frustrated that during his second round the judges told him that they really liked some of the vocabulary he used, and in his third and final round he was told that the same vocabulary shouldn't have been used. How is that fair? He should get a redo, but I'm a little biased.
I havent told you yet, however, the good news! Josh has been offered 2 different jobs. One working this summer for the attorney general in the civil department. He has yet to accept it because has an interview with the public safety department on tuesday. The other position is working in the fall or spring semester for the federal defender. He is really excited about this position. Apparently he has had several big cases go before the supreme court.... Im not entirely sure what that means. Only that it is a really great thing, and my husband is happy. Thats all that matters.
Well, I'm back to visiting Marcus this week. Its been nice to be off, but we have missed him too. Wish me luck!
-Until next time....

The world of law school competition

2010-03-28T13:29:00.000-07:00

Good Evening to the world of fellow bloggers,
This weekend has been a little grueling for the small Snow family.
Law school has different aspects of it, few of which I am actually aware. I am, however, aware of the grueling competitions that take place the first year of law school. These are in place to set up for eventful 2nd and 3rd years, and something that is supposed to look really great on a graduating student's resume. My sweet husband has been actively involved in these competitions. Several weeks ago it was the Law Journal competition, which he isn't supposed to hear back from until July. Most recently, well, currently he is waiting to hear back from the Moot Court competition. He competed wednesday evening, found out friday evening that he made it on to the second round and saturday evening after competing earlier that day found out he made it on to the third round. He competed early this morning, again doing his oral argument in front of a panel of student judges. We are both a little on edge now waiting to find out if he has made it onto the moot court board. WOOT WOOT! I'll let you know when I know.
However busy that sounds we have been battling a yucky virus at home. I was terribly ill on Thursday night, and passed it on to both of my boys. Josh came home early from school on friday to rest, and poor Henry has had terrible diarreah. Josh was so ill Friday evening that he called over some friends in our ward for a blessing. Combined with the blessing, and some really great tips from my mom Josh was able to get some sleep, a little, but some, and compete Saturday morning. Anyway, we are feeling better but are trying to be very restful today.
I know it seems that long entries drag on and on and on, but I wanted to open a little piece of our world to you out there.
Hope all is well! Pease on earth!

Breakfast Casserole...

2010-03-27T15:14:00.000-07:00

Michelle! I am so sorry I didnt post this sooner -

I recently had a few friends over and made a yummy breakfast casserole. Super easy! Enjoy:

1LB Sausage
4 Potatoes
1 Onion
(Any veggies you want to add... Red Bells, Green Bells....)

Egg Mixture:
4-6 Eggs
2/3 C. Milk

Fry or boil cubed potatoes until tender
(I fried the potatoes with a little butter and the onion)
Cook and drain sausage
Put sausaga, potatoes, and veggies in a greased casserole dish and pour egg mixture on top.

Cook at 375 for about 45 minutes.
ENJOY!

More rambling thoughts of a law school mommy

2010-03-23T19:10:00.001-07:00

A woman in my ward that I play bunko with was telling me about a book called One L about a man and his experiance as a first year law student at Harvard. I was planning on getting this book from the library and was amazed to find that this incredibly generous woman MAILED me her own copy. I havent made it into the book very far, and from what I have gathered his experiance thus far is very similar to Josh's. I have decided to tell you a little more about my experiance as One L Wife and Mommy. Josh and I spent months trying to decide where we should go to law school. I will probably refer to his law school career as if it my own often times because much of the time I feel as if I am in it just as much as he is. We considered Vegas, a new school, but it came with a very generous scholarship. We considered the University of Utah. That's where family was, and it was something we'd be comfortable with. We considered George Washington and obviously eventually decided upon it. It was an opportunity we simply could not pass up, and we are still very thankful Josh has been blessed to study at such a great school. So...we uprooted our little family and moved across the county. It's been a little rocky, but not nearly as much as it could of been I think. I was thankful I would have my sweet little Henry to keep me busy. All in all, it was an adjustment to not only move across the country but to do it with a 3 week old baby. I almost immediatly felt though that I could do more good here. I would have the opportunity to become more involved in my ward, my calling, and my home. Since then I have had moments where I did feel like I would be more useful working....... Its hard sometimes to see the progress you make in your own home, with your children, and your household. It was easy to see my contribution when I was bringing home a paycheck, and helping provide for a family. It was easy to see that I was making a difference when my restaurant would increse in sales. But becoming a mommy wasnt like that right away and often times its still hard to see. But I know somewhere deep down inside me that I am doing the very more important thing that I can be doing. I spend every waking moment with my son. Talking to him, feeding him, bathing him, making sure he eats well, and sleeps well. I want him to always be comfortable and happy, and although it doesnt always feel like important work, and I so so so grateful Heavenly Father has entrusted one of his most precious children to me, and I hope that I wont let him down.
Wow....much rambling tonight. Time for bed....
Goodnight world!

These are a few of my FAVORITE things..

2010-03-04T11:49:00.000-08:00

64. SUNNY weather!

65. email

66. my SWEET husband

67. Henry! - My son is crawling, and I am terrified!

68. Hulu - Because I dont get TV

69. Librarys

70. Making BABY FOOD! I feel so mommy like. I figured that I spent 4.50 on fresh fruits and veggies, and made enough food for Henry that will last.... at least a month. Look at me, so domestic! Who'da thunk??

We made Peas, Peaches with Banana, Avacado, Squash, and Carrots! YUM! Henry is going to love eating! - We hope!

71. Reading

72. Bathtime

73. Making Cards

74. New recipes

75. Baking - Although dangerous in my home, I do love making treats

76. Neices and Nephews - One little nephew is in the hospital, Please everyone, Please say a prayer for him and his mommy

77. Birthday cards. Thank you to all my sweet family for sending me birthday cards and wishes! I love and miss you all.

I watched the season premier of this new show called....hmmmm... I dont remember what is was called, but its about family. There is a crazy sister who divorced her husband and moved home with her two teenage kids, theres another sister is a lawyer with a little girl, and theres a couple crazy brothers, but what I really loved was at the very end this crazy family got together to go to a nephews baseballs game. I think it just made me miss my big crazy family. I want Henry to have lots of family around him and I want him to be good friends with all of his cousins. Someday I'm sure, but until then, I love and miss all my family!

78. Spring Break! I have loved having Josh home and here we come NEW YORK!

79. Nap Time - Can ya blame me?

A new card...

2010-03-04T11:44:00.000-08:00

So....I have had a LITTLE free time....Dont worry, I didnt get carried away...It was just a LITTLE free time....

Happy February 10

2010-02-10T17:57:00.000-08:00

7 Years ago today I met my sweet husband (or To-Be)
We were awkardly paired up in seminary to play battleship because neither of us had a friend in the class, and we instantly clicked. It's funny because when I went in earlier that day to request a change in my schedule I could have requested another seminary class, one I knew I would have friends in, yet I decided that I would be put right where I should be. I am grateful everyday I chose to do so. I love my sweet husband and am so thankful for him. He makes me laugh every day, and is a fantastic husband and father. I love you baby! Happy February 10!

Dear World

2010-02-10T07:15:00.000-08:00

BBBbbbbrrrrrrrrrr.................................
We have had a record week in Washington DC area. We were warned about an incoming storm last wednesday and thursday. It snowed friday night to saturday night! I woke up about 4:30am Saturday morning to feed Henry and had noticed we lost power. I am lucky to say that a friend came to the rescue and let us stay with her family the majority of the day. We trudged over in the knee high snow and just about moved it. Josh had a rather large assignment due the following day and was quickly losing juice in his computer. He was able to work on his memo for several hours and finish while at our friends apartment. I believe we recieved 26 inches of snow! Cars were buried and near impossible to uncover, and once unburied people have become territorial over their parking spots....can you blame em? Our power was out for almost 18 hours! Thank goodness for great friends!
Before the storm hit I ran to Safeway to grab a few things to get us through the weekend. To my surprise, so did the rest of the city. There were zero baskets or carts available and lines to a cashier out the door. Sheesh! Now I know right?
Church was cancelled for a 2nd week in a row, and Josh hasn't been to school in almost a week! Another storm is in the works. We are forcasted to get about 16 more inches of snow and winds about 50mph. Crazy crazy weather. The snow is beautiful though. The trees, those that havent broken under the weight of the snow, look majestic. We have decided though to baricade ourselves at home to save our fingers and toes from frostbite! Wish us luck!

Up Late...

2010-01-25T19:26:00.000-08:00

So, I'm up late which makes for a bad combination for tomorrow. Luckily, I dont have much planned for tomorrow. So......I made chicken fingers from the bisquick recipie, and we've decided...not a winner. They turned out a little bready, and ya just kept waiting for the waffle....Goofy, i know.

I wanted to show the kind of card I have been working on lately. Its been my latest favorite artsy thing to do.... Kinda cute huh. Thanks to some super crafty girls in my ward!

Team...

2010-01-21T11:45:00.000-08:00

53. I think I am team Jacob. I had never truly decided, and I still havent seen New Moon, but there is something sacred about having the person you end up with be truly your best friend first.
54. I am still terrible at basketball
55. I love my boys. I love everything about being a mom.
56. I wish I could take a class, or learn a new skill. (Sigh) but how do you do such a thing when you are stretching every single tiny little penny?? Anyone? Anyone?
57. Henry sits up on his own and is eating peas now! did I already tell you?
58. I want to finish my cosmetology stuff. its only 1500 hours here, and i almost have 1000. I could be done by the end of the summer...
59. I love rice. I could eat it every night
60. Kate Bingham is getting married!!!! April 24th is the big day!
61. I love my new friends here. I am so thankful I have them.
62. I miss my friends in SLC! It seems like its the first time since I graduated high school that I have time for friends, and I miss that I am not there with them now.
63. My wrist hurts. Better run!

January 12, 2010

2010-01-12T19:39:00.001-08:00

#? I love the smell of celery. Weird? Its okay, I still love it.
.... I love Kate Bingham. She's cute, and I'm so excited for her upcoming adventures.
.....I love my mom. She always calls to check up on me. Thanks Mom!
.....I like to play basketball, and have proven to be a terrible player. Sorry girls!
.....I love a good deal. 4 boxes of cereal this week for 1.56. Yay!

Hello long lost friend.....

2010-01-09T07:08:00.000-08:00

It feels like it's been a month! or Longer! We survived the holidays. Just barely. We did have fun though. Lots and lots of fun. We flew into SLC on December 21 and before we knew it was December 30th and we were flying home again. Why you ask? Besides it just being the holidays, the Pugmire clan packed on so so so much more fun stuff. Let me tell you all about our 9 adventurous days in SLC.
21 - Flew in about 8:30pm. Henry didnt do so well, and by the time we landed I had such a bad headache that I got off the plane to find myself bent over a toilet throwing up. We went over to my mom's house for 15 minutes just to say hi, and were back at Josh's parents house to get some sleep.
22- Carly's kids had a big Christmas program up in Ogden. That was so much fun!
23- Loads of Christmas shopping!
24 - Christmas Eve!
25 - Christmas day..... All sounds normal about now eh?
26 - My sister has a C-Section and gives birth to TWINS! Welcome Addison and Ty! Olivia went through the Temple that day.
27 - 2 Wards to visit and baby Finnly was blessed
28 - Jessica's 23rd Birthday!
29 - Olivia gets married!
30 - Kaycee's birthday and We leave....

38....

2009-12-10T10:08:00.001-08:00

38. I think my friend Eve's brain is so fast. I think my head would spin. Love ya Eve!
39. I have been making cards, did I already tell you? Its a lot of fun.
40. Everyone has been asking me what my Christmas traditions with my family are...and it's sad to say that we dont have many. Does anyone have any great ideas?
41. My sweet husband is taking finals this week and next. Will everyone PLEASE say a prayer for him. He is under so much stress.
42. I love my mom. She wasnt on my grateful paper when she was here, but I want her to know how much I love her and miss her. She is a great mom, and so so much fun to be around. Thank you for taking such a huge detour in your vacation to come see me! LOVE YOU!
43. SLC UTAH, here we come! Less then 2 Weeks!
44. I have got to get up and get started on my huge list of STUFF! Starting with my banana bread.
45. And Laundry
46. And Grocery Shopping
47. and Christmas Cards!
48. Are you tired of my list yet....All right, I'm going. Wish us luck. Until next time.....

Yummy rolls

2009-12-07T15:23:00.000-08:00

Hi Ya'll
I promised my Aunt Jenna ; ) that I would post my recipe for my rolls yesterday so I am late...Sorry!
I also just want to send a shout out to her that I love her lots and I am so grateful she took the weekend to drive up with my mom and sister for a visit. Love you all lots!

2 to 2 1/4 C Flour
1 envelope rapid rise yeast
2 TBSP Sugar
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 C Milk
1/4 C Water
2 TBSP Butter

Combine:
3/4 C Flour
Undissolved Yeast
sugar
salt
In another Bowl combine:
Milk
Water
Butter
Heat Mixture in microwave unit very warm, Add to flour mixture. Beat for 2 minutes at medium speed. Add 1/4 C flour, continue to beat adding remaining flour. Knead on lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic (8-10 minutes)
Let rest for 10 minutes.
Divde dough into 12 equal pieces. shape into balls. Place in greased 8-inch round pan. Cover. Let rise about 30 minutes. (I turn the oven on to 170, and they rise in half the time)
Bake at 375 for 20 minutes or until golden on top.
YUM!

Sweet Husband

2009-11-23T05:27:00.000-08:00

I wanted to share a sweet thing that Josh did for me this weekend. I picked Josh up from the metro after studying at school on saturday, and he informed me he wanted to go to the mall. Hm......I asked why, and wondered what he was looking for or needed, thats usually the purpose of his desire to go to the mall. He just said he wanted to go wander around. Once we got to the mall he took Henry from my arms, handed me 10.00 and said to go shopping. To find myself something I wanted and buy it. He was taking Henry to wander L.L. Bean and I had thirty minutes. What a sweet husband! I ended up returning to L.L. Bean with nothing to show for my thrity minute shopping spree as it is difficult for me to spend money, especially on myself. Thats when Josh took the liberty to help me find something. :) I ended up with 2 cute pair of flats for only 10.00! I love Josh so much! It was sweet of him to take me shopping. I just want him to know how much I love him. He is truly a great husband and I am so lucky to have him.

Stuffed Peppers

2009-11-18T14:32:00.000-08:00

Thanks for this great recipe EMILY!

Cut off tops of pepper, clean out and sprinkle with salt.

Cook 1LB ground beef with 1/3C onions. Season with salt and pepper.
Add 2-3 fresh tomatoes cut in small pieces
Add 1/2 Cup UNCOOKED rice
Add 1/2 Cup water
Add 1 tsp Worcestershire

Cover and simmer until rice is tender
Stir in 6 oz cheese - Cheddar ( we really like mozzerella too)
Stuff pepper and bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
ENJOY!

Twenty-Nine...

2009-11-06T14:23:00.000-08:00

29. I am going strong! I quit chewing my nails a couple of weeks ago cold turkey!! This is something I have only accomplished once in my 23 years and I'm hoping I dont fall back into bad habits.
30. My pinky is my favorite long nail
31. I started couponing...just today! I got 4 cans of frosting for free! and Kix, the big box for 1.25, and so many other great deals! I think i'm onto something....
32 I am 1/2 way through To Kill A Mockingbird for my book club...yeah!
33. My mom, sister, and aunt will be here in less then a month!
34. I'm going to SLC next month for Christmas!! YAY!
35. Finnley Christian Lashbrook Berg arrived yesterday! Henry now has 11 cousins on the pugmire side, and 2 on the way! Welcome little Finn! We will see you soon!
36. I am a ward missionary, did I tell you?
37. Shout out to my brother Jamal...Thanks for the awesome pumpkin cobbler recipe! my friends loved it!

Pumpkin Cobbler

2009-10-24T10:44:00.000-07:00

I havent tried this recipe YET, but I plan on making it just as soon as Josh polishes off his pumpkin chocolate chip cookies that I just made. My brother swears that this recipe is a crowd pleaser and I am super excited to try it. I'll let you know how it turns out! Or if you get to it before I do, let me know what you thought!
Pumpkin Cobbler
3 eggs, beaten
1 ½ t. cinnamon
15 oz can pumpkin
1 T. vanilla
12 oz. can evaporated milk
1 C. sugar
1/8 t. salt
1 t. ginger
1 t. nutmeg
Mix together & pour into ungreased 9x13 cake pan.
Sprinkle 1 box yellow cake mix on top of pumpkin mixture. Sprinkle 1 C. chopped nuts on top of cake mix. Drizzle ¾ cup melted butter & 1 C. Sprite or 7-Up over top. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes. Test with knife for doneness. Makes 15-18 servings.

My sweet boys at Gettysburg Pennsylvania - October 21, 2009

2009-10-23T08:10:00.000-07:00

21.....

2009-10-23T08:03:00.000-07:00

21. I like to cook
22. I seem to have a hard time getting started some mornings...like today..... I just want to be lazy
23. As soon as I get up, I need to grocery shop, and make bread
24. I found an incredibly cute suit for Henry, regulary 50.00 for 15.00!! You are going to love it!
25. I have quit chewing my nails. Well, I had to start with just one nail. I haven't chewed my pinky for almost a week! And I have started going cold turkey on all my nails today. I am commited though! I'm going to surprise my mom in December. She'll be so proud of me.
26. I think I am going to start couponing....wish me luck.
27. Halloween is next week!!! I can't wait!
28. Henry's immunizations are coming up....I'm very nervous

Yummy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

2009-10-23T07:51:00.001-07:00

These are fantastic!
1 C Pumpkin
1 C Sugar
1/2 C Vegetable oil
1 Egg

Mix ingrediants above, in seperate bowl mix the following:

2 C Flour
2 Tsp baking powder
2 Tsp Cinnamon
1/2 Tsp Salt

Dissolve 1 Tsp Baking soda in 1 Tsp Milk

Combine all three mixtures, add 1 T Vanilla and 2 C Chocolate Chips

Bake at 350 for about 11-12 minutes

2009-10-15T17:01:00.000-07:00

2009-10-15T16:56:00.000-07:00

Sweet Friends

2009-10-15T12:59:00.000-07:00

21. I have great friends. And I know I have said it before, but I am gratful Heavenly Father has blessed me with friends that I have so much in common with. Get this, there are two girls here (Eve, and Michelle) that I see most often. Their babies are 2 and 4 weeks older then sweet Henry. They are all from Utah, and both of their husbands went to Bingham. Michelle and I even have the same birthday!
I have fun hanging out with them. Also, Heidi, she's cute, and preggo...soon she'll join the mommy club and it will be fun to watch and help someone with a newborn baby!
Yay!
Thank you Eve for the sweet cards! (She secretly left them on my kitchen counter as she was leaving my apartment)
22. I am very proud of myself for eating so much salad this week!

a walk down memory lane...

2009-10-14T19:39:00.000-07:00

It doesnt seem so long ago that I was working like crazy as a general manager at Noodles & Company. I loved my job...most days. I miss my staff and hope they are all doin well. ROCK ON NOODLES!

2009-10-14T19:33:00.000-07:00

More of my random...

2009-10-14T19:18:00.000-07:00

12. I like to read cookbooks while I feed Henry late at night
13. I wish Henry would stick to sleeping 5 hours instead of teasing me with that one week, and the next go back down to 3
14. I have bad money anxiety...wish I didn't....
15. I really like that Asian salad...read below
16. I love going on my Wesnesday adventures, even if it's hard to get out the door in the morning, I'm always glad that I did.
17. I am grateful my husband was driven with school at such a young age, and I appreciate all the hard work he does there so that he can provide for his family, and have a career he enjoys.
18. Candy corn is my weakness right now. I wish I could stop!
19. I am excited to go home for Christmas to show my family how much my sweet Henry has grown, but a tiny part of my wishes we were having our own little, just the three of us, Christmas.
20. Livie is getting married! YAY!

Asian Salad

2009-10-14T12:32:00.000-07:00

So, I was invited over to Emily's house this week (She is in my ward) to play while we mostly watched her little Jonah play. She made this salad that I just thought was amazing, which was amazing, because I'm not much of a salad eater. I'd thought I'd share her recipe. Hope she doesnt mind!

This recipe is a "add however much you want of what you like the most!" kind of recipe, so I'm just going to tell you how much I added for mine.

Lettuce (Just iceberg is great)
Shredded napa cabbage
Chicken - 2 tenderloins grilled or boiled, and then cubed, I like it cut really really little
Toasted almond slivers
(@ 325 for 15 minutes to toast)
Green onions - I used 3 stems

Dressing:
4T sugar
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tsp salt
4 T rice vinegar

Bring to a boil, cool, and add 1/2 cup of vegetable oil - whisk together. VERY YUMMY!!!

Thanks Emily!

I Miss..

2009-10-12T04:38:00.000-07:00

6. I miss my family.
7. I miss all my nieces and nephews
8. I miss hanging out with my mom on thursdays after her class
9. I miss work and the people I worked with
10. I already miss snoasis, which I realize is silly for a couple of reasons, but I truly am scared about the humid summers here. I guess I have a while before I really need to worry about that...
11. I miss having a temple so close by, and wish we would have gone more often

So it seems I have lots to do today. I should go. I love you all! and miss ya like crazy! I hope everyone has a great monday, and a great week!

Tidbit Copycat

2009-10-09T06:11:00.000-07:00

My sister is on a quest of a 1000 tidbits. I enjoy reading her random thoughts, and seem to think of my own all day long. So, if she doesnt mind, i'd like to copycat her tidbit idea.

1. I love my family
2. Josh is my very best friend. I am gratful I am married to my very best friend.
3. I love when Henry smiles in his sleep, and I swear he sleep talks! How cute is that?!
4. The new episode of the office made me cry.
5. I heart my purple sparkely shoes, and will be sad to part with them when they are all worn out. I was sad to get rid of my rain boots too....sad memory.

Until my next batch of random thoughts!
(Thanks Jamee :) )

Rough Day...

2009-10-08T20:01:00.000-07:00

Good evening, It's so LATE! I cant believe I'm up still. I am amazed that I have a few friends who stay up this late with their brand new babies. I just have a minute or two left in me before I crash, But, shout out to a friend....I promised I'd get this recipe up :)
Im not even sure what I call this dish so I've named it:

Eve's Birthday Lunch with the Girls

1 1/2 - 2 cups boiled (or grilled) chicken breast and pulled so that it's shredded
4 oz Cream Cheese
2 oz Butter
Diced Celery - Depends on how much crunch you like :)
1/2 Tsp Pepper

Biscuits
Chicken Gravy

Soften cream cheese and butter
Combine chicken, cream cheese, butter, celery, and pepper.
Roll out biscuits and put a spoonful of mixture in the middle of the biscuits. Make sure you close the dough really tight. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Top with Gravy

I like to serve with a salad, stuffing, or mashed potatoes. :) N'joy!

Ps - This recipe really is about making to your taste. If you like cream cheese, add a little more.... :)

2 Funny stories to remember:
Henry pee'd all over dad tonight at Target - I'm so proud of him :) Just teasing

After unlocking my side of the car tonight Josh climbed in on his side and started the car with his own key, so I didnt notice that after buckling Henry in, that my keys were still in the keyhole on the outside of my side of the car....needless to say that I didnt notice them until were on the road and heard this funny clanking on the side of the car!! OOPS!

Snow and more Snow

Newest Wreath

New Shindig

Wave to me!

YUMMY Corn Chowder

Little things to remember...

EARTHQUAKE! 4-23-2011

Bear Lake with the Girls - Most of em anyway

Day 17 — A habit you wish you didn't have

Day 16 — A favorite Youtube video

Beautiful Bear Lake and My handsome boys

Day 15 — Next 3 on “Bucket List”

Day 14 — Your dream house...

Day 13 — What did you do today??

Happy Birthday Lovey! 26 years!

Day 12 — A favorite quote

Hi Again - Its been awhile, but I'm still out here

Day 11 — A favorite book

Day 10 — A favorite food & recipe

Day 09 — A favorite movie

Day 08 — A favorite song

Andes Mint Truffles...

These baking chips were .87 at Target this week. I am definitely going to have to try this recipe.

Andes Mint Truffles:

Ingredients:

Directions:

Yield:

Favorite ways to save a little moola

Day 07 — Something I want to buy

Day 06 — Something I bought recently

Day 05 — Top 10 pet peeves

Day 04 — Something I crave

Day 03 — A favorite photo

Day 02— An accomplishment I am most proud of in my life and why

Day 01 — Something you are OCD about

Sleeping baby

March 17, 2011 - 4 Years Married, Eternity to go

So Blessed!

Yummy!

Happy 2/14

February 10, 2011

Exploding Crust?

Did you know that.....

Another Amazing Recipe! Rated - EASY!

Lion House Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Hello World -

Wrapping Up 2010

Snowy Christmas

Pumpkin crafty

Amazing Friends

Dear Universe

Wishlist.

HALLOWEEN 2011

New watch hobby!

My crazy life

New recipe -

Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas

Under construction

Worst....

National Harbor

Inspiration

August 5, 2010

New recipes I love

Italian Sausage Lasagna

Prep Time:45 Min

Cook Time:40 Min

Ready In:1 Hr 25 Min

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Skiers' French Toast

What to Drink?

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Thoughts a year later

Sleeping baby

More Home Sweet Home...

New Home Sweet Home

Happy Birthday Sweet Husband

Prep Time:
45 Min

Cook Time:
40 Min

Ready In:
1 Hr 25 Min