If I say so myself, I think I have two beautiful little boys!
Baby G just looks so cute propped up on that rocking horse. Big G said the photographer is magic because he made me disappear! I hated to tell him it was actually called photo-shop!
Monday, March 21, 2011
My 2 Blonde Boys!
Here are the birth announcements for baby G and they are so sweet. I wanted a two sided card to give to family and friends. The side with boy boys can be framed, and the other side has the baby's birth information ( I cropped it out for the blog).
Friday, March 18, 2011
Ritz & Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
This is probably one of my favorite "go-to" dinners. It really is the simplest, most delicious casserole! After coming home from work yesterday and knowing I had two hungry boys ( and myself) to feed, this was on the table in less than 30 minutes.
To make prep easy, I start with a store-bought rotisserie chicken. The only other ingrediant I had to buy was sour cream, making the total for this meal about $7.00! * Pull the chicken off the bones and throw into a large mixing bowl.
* Add one can cream of mushroom soup, 3 large dollops of sour cream, and one tbsp poppy seed
* Pour chicken mixture into 9 x 9 baking dish.
*Crush 2 sleeves of Ritz Crackers and sprinkle on top.
* Finish with another tbsp of poppy seeds and 1/2 stick melted butter
* Bake for 30 minutes and ENJOY!
Quick. Easy. Awesome! With it I served a quick tossed salad and King's Hawaiian dinner rolls. You really should give this recipe a try. If you do, let me know what you think!
* Add one can cream of mushroom soup, 3 large dollops of sour cream, and one tbsp poppy seed
* Pour chicken mixture into 9 x 9 baking dish.
*Crush 2 sleeves of Ritz Crackers and sprinkle on top.
* Finish with another tbsp of poppy seeds and 1/2 stick melted butter
* Bake for 30 minutes and ENJOY!
Quick. Easy. Awesome! With it I served a quick tossed salad and King's Hawaiian dinner rolls. You really should give this recipe a try. If you do, let me know what you think!
Thursday, March 17, 2011
So What Wednesday!
Today I am saying SO WHAT IF:
* I have lived in my house for 3 years and have never mopped ALL the floors. I mop what needs to be mopped. Period.
* I never do tummy-time with Baby G. He hates it.
* I am horrible at sending " Thank You" cards. But I'm working on it.
* I like to listen to NPR radio in my car ( just like my dad does). Sometimes I listen to country afterwards just to balance things out a bit!
* Sometimes I eat cereal for dinner b/c I'm too tired to cook.
* I usually don't listen to the advice of others.
* I spent way too much money starting a Mary Kay business, only to realize I hated selling makeup.
* I look for reasons to go to my mom & dad's house. Sometimes I make up a reason ;)
* I usually can't stick to my " One Mt. Dew per day" rule. I CRAVE it!
* I have thrown socks away because I can't find the match. Whatever.
I'm linking up to Life After I Dew for So What Wednesday.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Tidy Tips that work for me!
I have discovered recently that there is so much more to homemaking that just " cleaning ". It took me several years as a wife and momma to recognize this. With the addition of sweet baby G, I have been forced to find more efficient ways of keeping my home neat and tidy ( and my sanity in check!)
Here are a few "tricks" that seem to save me time and work:
* We don't use them often, but paper plates and plastic utensils are great for snacks and sandwiches when the dishwasher is full and I don't have time to empty it. This helps keep my kitchen clean!
* I keep Lysol wipes in both bathrooms, the kitchen, and the laundry room. A quick swipe when I notice dirt or crumbs or smudges prevents having to spend a lot of time on it later.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
New Pediatrician & New Formula
* This is Day 1 of Nutramigen
*Nutramigen smells like Cheese-Nips and feet ( not kidding here, it really does)
* Nutramigen formula is almost $30 a can, and there doesn't seem to be ANY coupons out there
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| Formula #1 Similac Advance |
We switched the baby from our family doc to a new pediatrician, and the first appointment was yesterday. The 50 minutes drive was sooooo worth it! He addressed Baby G's tummy issues and constant cough/congestion.
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| Formula #2 Similac Sensitive |
He ordered a chest xray to rule out pneumonia and physical abnormalities. When it was good, he told us he suspected both issues were related to an allergy issue with his formula. Big G never dealt with these issues, as I nursed him. I'm trying to be patient with this formula roller coaster we're on, but I hate seeing my baby uncomfortable.
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| Formula #3 Enfamil Nutramigen |
* This is Day 1 of Nutramigen
*Nutramigen smells like Cheese-Nips and feet ( not kidding here, it really does)
* Nutramigen formula is almost $30 a can, and there doesn't seem to be ANY coupons out there
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Pokin' holes in pop cans!
My 6 year old, Big G, has recently started being a little destructive. He is normally very meek, but apparently he has these weird temptations. I'm not talking about anything serious, so it is almost comical. However, I don't want him to begin thinking this behavior is okay.
Just to give you an idea of what he has done ( bless his heart, this is soooo unlike him )
* He cut in half the only suction bulb we have for the baby. I bought another that didn't work, so we've had a stuffy baby ever since :(
* He used a thumbtack to poke holes in 3 cans of soda in my classroom. It wasn't unlike I felt the sticky mist of Dr. Pepper that I saw him toss the thumbtack behind a desk.
* He un-stuffed one of my mother's nice feather throw pillows. The living room floor looked like a "down" explosion.
So, based on the advice of an older mom, I have decided that we need to do some "tomato-staking" with Big G before I get too stressed!
The idea is that in order to train your child and correct bad behavior, you have to truly know their heart. Talk with them about why they feel the desire to carry out the action, and show them ways to deal with those desires. The goal is to correct the behavior without spanking or negative punishment. Of course, we have to do these things every now and then. However, there is never a time when I really want to spank him.
Lastly, and probably most important, is the actual "tomato-staking". The name is wacky, but the idea is pretty basic. You have to involve your child in almost every activity you do and watch them constantly, until they are trustworthy enough to be alone. This is the key thing for me. It seems like nearly everytime he is alone, he does something like this. So I guess he doesn't need to be alone very much.....
I will let you know how this goes. Big G is pretty independent and likes to do his own thing alot of times, so taking away his freedom at home will be difficult. Hopefully, it's not a complete bust!
* Scroll to the bottom of the page & click on the DWYH button for more parenting and homemaking links!
Just to give you an idea of what he has done ( bless his heart, this is soooo unlike him )
* He cut in half the only suction bulb we have for the baby. I bought another that didn't work, so we've had a stuffy baby ever since :(
* He used a thumbtack to poke holes in 3 cans of soda in my classroom. It wasn't unlike I felt the sticky mist of Dr. Pepper that I saw him toss the thumbtack behind a desk.
* He un-stuffed one of my mother's nice feather throw pillows. The living room floor looked like a "down" explosion.
So, based on the advice of an older mom, I have decided that we need to do some "tomato-staking" with Big G before I get too stressed!
The idea is that in order to train your child and correct bad behavior, you have to truly know their heart. Talk with them about why they feel the desire to carry out the action, and show them ways to deal with those desires. The goal is to correct the behavior without spanking or negative punishment. Of course, we have to do these things every now and then. However, there is never a time when I really want to spank him.
Lastly, and probably most important, is the actual "tomato-staking". The name is wacky, but the idea is pretty basic. You have to involve your child in almost every activity you do and watch them constantly, until they are trustworthy enough to be alone. This is the key thing for me. It seems like nearly everytime he is alone, he does something like this. So I guess he doesn't need to be alone very much.....
I will let you know how this goes. Big G is pretty independent and likes to do his own thing alot of times, so taking away his freedom at home will be difficult. Hopefully, it's not a complete bust!
* Scroll to the bottom of the page & click on the DWYH button for more parenting and homemaking links!
Monday, March 7, 2011
3 Years Cancer Free
3 years ago I learned the true meaning of the word " bittersweet".
November 26, 2007- we moved into our newly built home.
November 28, 2007- Big G's 3rd birthday party in our new home
December 2007- My 23rd birthday and college graduation.
January 2008-I took a substitute teaching position
Febuary 2008- Got hired for the job.
During all of this wonderful craziness, I ignored the obvious and persistant bleeding I was experiencing everytime I used the restroom. When life slowed down a bit ( end of Feb), I made an appointment with my family doctor. He referred me to a specialist who recommended I have a colonoscopy. On March 3, my family wished me well as I went back for the procedure assuming I would be told I had ulcers or maybe IBS.
On March 6, my husband, parents, and oldest sister took me back to the doctor for the results. As soon as the doctor walked in, he stated that he had carried around my chart all day wondering how to tell me I had a 2.5 cm tumor in my lower colon.
I don't really remember how my family handled the news that day, but I do remember they wouldn't leave the house when we returned. The 30 minute drive home was horrible. The only thing I remember is the intense desire to hold my baby boy. When we got home, he rushed into my arms just as he did everyday. That hug felt so good. Sweet innocense and love all wrapped up in my arms. It felt like everything was perfectly fine at that point.
However, it only took a few seconds for the bitter to wash over me. It hurt beyond belief to even think about this little boy not having a mommy. I was ANGRY more than I was scared. I was so mad that he was going to have to deal with this.
The emotions I felt during that hug seemed like they are burned into my heart. I think about that hug ALOT.
I won't go into detail about my treatment, but I will tell you that I kicked cancer in the butt ( haha ) and I am now three years cancer free!
November 26, 2007- we moved into our newly built home.
November 28, 2007- Big G's 3rd birthday party in our new home
December 2007- My 23rd birthday and college graduation.
January 2008-I took a substitute teaching position
Febuary 2008- Got hired for the job.
During all of this wonderful craziness, I ignored the obvious and persistant bleeding I was experiencing everytime I used the restroom. When life slowed down a bit ( end of Feb), I made an appointment with my family doctor. He referred me to a specialist who recommended I have a colonoscopy. On March 3, my family wished me well as I went back for the procedure assuming I would be told I had ulcers or maybe IBS.
On March 6, my husband, parents, and oldest sister took me back to the doctor for the results. As soon as the doctor walked in, he stated that he had carried around my chart all day wondering how to tell me I had a 2.5 cm tumor in my lower colon.
I don't really remember how my family handled the news that day, but I do remember they wouldn't leave the house when we returned. The 30 minute drive home was horrible. The only thing I remember is the intense desire to hold my baby boy. When we got home, he rushed into my arms just as he did everyday. That hug felt so good. Sweet innocense and love all wrapped up in my arms. It felt like everything was perfectly fine at that point.
However, it only took a few seconds for the bitter to wash over me. It hurt beyond belief to even think about this little boy not having a mommy. I was ANGRY more than I was scared. I was so mad that he was going to have to deal with this.
The emotions I felt during that hug seemed like they are burned into my heart. I think about that hug ALOT.
I won't go into detail about my treatment, but I will tell you that I kicked cancer in the butt ( haha ) and I am now three years cancer free!
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