Today Sarah turns 5. I'm 35 weeks on Friday. It hit me yesterday that is is completely feasible that today could be "the day" and my daughters could share a birthday. I don't want them to. Jonnie is out of the country for work, and I don't have the leave time to support her coming this early, but it is a total possibility...
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Thursday, August 4, 2016
First day of School Printables.
That time of year again. First day of school pictures are upon us. In looking for first day of school signs, I have round up 4 different ones (and a post on another blog who rounded a few up). I thought would be easier to share in a blog than making a facebook post with each individual site.
Last year, Jonathan was looking for first day of school signs, at the 11th hour as per our usual. He stumbled across Jones Creek Creations and these Chalkboard signs (insert proud mommy picture).
I thought they were adorable and was totally prepared to use them again. So I approached Dr. Google. Then it hit me, there are so many options for back to school signs.
The first ones I found were at Yellow Bliss Road and her Chalkboard First Day of School signs.
This blogger has shared new signs this year with Interview sheets.
Here in Oviedo, I have Sarah signed up for Pre-K at Noah's school. It is definitely fun for the both of them and something they are both looking forward to. They loved attending the same school in Texas, and when Noah transitioned to Kindergarten, Sarah was lost. Long story short, last night I signed Sarah up for a lunch account and when I did so, I found a link on My School Bucks for First Day of School signs. These include the school year...
I cannot wait to see the smiling faces (parents included) over the next month as our mini-mes head back to school!
Last year, Jonathan was looking for first day of school signs, at the 11th hour as per our usual. He stumbled across Jones Creek Creations and these Chalkboard signs (insert proud mommy picture).
Noah first day of Kindergarten 2015/16
The first ones I found were at Yellow Bliss Road and her Chalkboard First Day of School signs.
This blogger has shared new signs this year with Interview sheets.
Here in Oviedo, I have Sarah signed up for Pre-K at Noah's school. It is definitely fun for the both of them and something they are both looking forward to. They loved attending the same school in Texas, and when Noah transitioned to Kindergarten, Sarah was lost. Long story short, last night I signed Sarah up for a lunch account and when I did so, I found a link on My School Bucks for First Day of School signs. These include the school year...
I cannot wait to see the smiling faces (parents included) over the next month as our mini-mes head back to school!
Friday, January 1, 2016
New Year!
Normally a new year means excitement for what is to come for me... This year has me BLUE. As we got home last night Jonathan joked that since we are staying in today, he should spend it packing his bags. He took a job a few months back in Florida and while we hoped the house would sell quickly(but knew it was realistically a bad time of year), it hasn't. Which means the kids and I are here WAITING for the house to sell while he has "moved" to Florida. So Sunday, when the holidays are done, and the kids are getting ready to go back to school, Jonnie will be leaving to go to work and I don't know when he will be back to visit. It is such a transition for our family. We miss him terribly. I hate when he leaves, but I normally have an end date for when he will be back. A time, I can make a countdown for the kids to look forward to. This time, I do not.
The worst part is, over the last week and a half, our house has been full of love and family. My in-laws came to visit as well so its been nice having everyone here. Sunday evening, we drive to the airport with a carload of 6, and leave just the 3 of us. It is hard enough for me, but seeing how it will affect the kids, hurts me too. I'm scared of their reaction, as well as my own.
In typical Hilliary fashion, once the realization hit me. I became a moody mess. I don't want to be around anyone, I want to be alone... I don't want to hang out or do anything that anyone else wants to do, I just want to be blah (picture Sadness from Inside Out). I hate my coping mechanisms because I hate that people take it personally. I hate that people think it is them I'm upset with (I mean really, if you did nothing to me, why would I be upset with you). It is really nothing personal, it is just me being sad, and moody because I'm about to feel abandoned. I don't like it, but its my truth. I hope this house sells quickly now that the market should start picking up, we need to be together, not apart.
The worst part is, over the last week and a half, our house has been full of love and family. My in-laws came to visit as well so its been nice having everyone here. Sunday evening, we drive to the airport with a carload of 6, and leave just the 3 of us. It is hard enough for me, but seeing how it will affect the kids, hurts me too. I'm scared of their reaction, as well as my own.
In typical Hilliary fashion, once the realization hit me. I became a moody mess. I don't want to be around anyone, I want to be alone... I don't want to hang out or do anything that anyone else wants to do, I just want to be blah (picture Sadness from Inside Out). I hate my coping mechanisms because I hate that people take it personally. I hate that people think it is them I'm upset with (I mean really, if you did nothing to me, why would I be upset with you). It is really nothing personal, it is just me being sad, and moody because I'm about to feel abandoned. I don't like it, but its my truth. I hope this house sells quickly now that the market should start picking up, we need to be together, not apart.
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Out with the Old...
So I obviously did not keep up my daily blog. I did not even make it weekly or monthly for that matter. I found several topics I started, but never finished... That is fine, I am going to start more often though. I logged on here to get my fudge recipe and then realized that I can use this site for so much more. So I'm planning a remodel and revisit. I am going to start blogging about my Wildtree business and the products we offer. As well, I'm going to start reviewing places we have been and things we have tried. For example, in the last month we have been on 2 Carnival cruises that I would love to share my opinion on and it will be coming. Just need to finish my Teacher certification CPE hours and renew my certification first.
So much to come so exciting.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Revamp for 2014
So I have decided that I am going to start blogging daily. It may be weird sometimes as I search for topics, but it is going to happen. Today will be easy enough because it is the first post I'll share what has been going on.
I am in the process of building a stuffed animal "cage" for Noah's toys. I will post a step-by-step blog detailing the build process for those interested. As well, I am debating a business venture to generate some income, more to come as that progresses. And I am picking up the coupons again in order to save us some money (I can refer you to someone who teaches a class and runs a private group that I use). I will be finishing the furniture for Noah's "big boy room" and painting the room in the coming weeks. I am organizing the house and preparing myself for big lifestyle changes that I will talk about also.
2014 is the year my life will change. I have high hopes and expectations for myself and my family. I am going to be more vigilant with my household duties to prevent the stresses that frustrate me so.
For now, I need to log off and pack the kids lunches and get them up and ready for school today.
I am in the process of building a stuffed animal "cage" for Noah's toys. I will post a step-by-step blog detailing the build process for those interested. As well, I am debating a business venture to generate some income, more to come as that progresses. And I am picking up the coupons again in order to save us some money (I can refer you to someone who teaches a class and runs a private group that I use). I will be finishing the furniture for Noah's "big boy room" and painting the room in the coming weeks. I am organizing the house and preparing myself for big lifestyle changes that I will talk about also.
2014 is the year my life will change. I have high hopes and expectations for myself and my family. I am going to be more vigilant with my household duties to prevent the stresses that frustrate me so.
For now, I need to log off and pack the kids lunches and get them up and ready for school today.
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Kale Chips
Kale completely surprised me in that it tasted very much like broccoli, therefore I found these
very enjoyable.
Kale
Olive Oil
Salt
Preheat oven to 275. Remove leaves from stems and wash. Drizzle leaves with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Toss until all leaves are coated. Spread on baking pan and bake for 15 minutes. Flip leaves and bake for another 15 minutes or until completely crispy.
very enjoyable.
Kale
Olive Oil
Salt
Preheat oven to 275. Remove leaves from stems and wash. Drizzle leaves with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Toss until all leaves are coated. Spread on baking pan and bake for 15 minutes. Flip leaves and bake for another 15 minutes or until completely crispy.
Easy Thai Chicken
This recipe is an adapted version of a recipe found here: http://www.successrice.com/en-us/recipes/3321/easythaichickenandrice.aspx
1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut in small pieces
garlic powder (optional)
onion powder (optional)
black pepper (optional)
1 cup coconut milk
1Tbsp Thai red curry
2 tsp brown sugar packed firmly
1 tsp lime juice
1/4 tsp salt
1 bag frozen Asian style vegetables (16 oz), thawed
1/2 cup peanuts (optional)
Combine coconut milk, curry, brown sugar, lime juice, and salt. Set aside.
Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper lightly on cut up chicken and mix together.
Saute chicken until cooked through. Mix in vegetables and add curry sauce. Cook until thoroughly heated.
Serve over rice and top with the peanuts.
1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut in small pieces
garlic powder (optional)
onion powder (optional)
black pepper (optional)
1 cup coconut milk
1Tbsp Thai red curry
2 tsp brown sugar packed firmly
1 tsp lime juice
1/4 tsp salt
1 bag frozen Asian style vegetables (16 oz), thawed
1/2 cup peanuts (optional)
Combine coconut milk, curry, brown sugar, lime juice, and salt. Set aside.
Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper lightly on cut up chicken and mix together.
Saute chicken until cooked through. Mix in vegetables and add curry sauce. Cook until thoroughly heated.
Serve over rice and top with the peanuts.
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