Such a Good Day

Do you ever have one of those days where everyone in your house is smiling most of the day? That's exactly what happened in my house yesterday. We told the boys we were going to have a toned down Christmas since K still hasn't found a new job, so they thought it was going to be pretty bare bones. I guess we surprised them because when Z saw the tree he made the comment that he thought this was gong to be a "smaller Christmas". K and I found good deals and paid cash for everything, so to us it was a toned down day.

Z met me as my bedroom door opened at 4 o'clock. He was so excited! Did I mention he is taller than me and almost 13 years old and he still loves the surprise of Christmas? I am so thankful for that kid! We got the Cinnamon Rolls ready and waited for the little boys to wake up. Finally about 6 o'clock he couldn't stand it anymore and asked his daddy if he could wake up his brothers.

There were smiles and a few surprised looks. Not so many things that they got tired of opening, but enough to keep them busy building Lego sets for a few days!

I hope everyone else had a great day too!

Until next time,

Merry Christmas

From our family to yours we wish you all a wonderful family filled Christmas and an amazing new year!

Menu Plan for the Week 12-19-10

I cannot believe it has been two weeks since I posted anything. Sorry 'bout that! It seems that the last two weeks before winter break at school are crazy for me! I was trying to get kids tested, learn a Christmas program, finish apron orders, and keep my family clean and fed. So I guess you could say I've been busy!

Now we are all on break for 3 weeks. I think I may just be as happy about that as the boys! We will be enjoying sleeping in, making treats, watching movies, and a quick visit to see my grandma.

I hope everyone has a wonderful week!

Here is what we have planned to eat for this week:

Breakfasts: Cereal, Oatmeal, Biscuits, Muffins, Pancakes, French Toast, Waffles, Fruit

Lunches: Ham or PB & J Sandwiches, Meat and Crackers, Leftovers, Fruit or Veggies, String Cheese, Hard Boiled Eggs, Granola Bars, Fruit Leather, Homemade Chewy Bars

Dinners:

Sunday- Roasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, Rolls

Monday- PW's Chicken Pot Pie

Tuesday- Hamburgers, Onion Strings, Veggie Tray

Wednesday-Lasagna, Salad, Buttered Bread

Thursday- Tacos, Refried Beans, Spanish Rice

Friday- Pizza, Salad

Saturday- Christmas Dinner~ Ham Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Deviled Eggs, Cranberry Jelly, Rolls, Apple Pie, Pumpkin Pie, Fudge

Find more menu planning inspiration at Organizing Junkie.


Until next time,

Menu Plan for the Week 12-5-10

This is going to be a busy week! Seems like I have something to do every night. We have the boys' Christmas Programs on Tuesday night, so it will be a quick dinner before we head off to that event. I will also be saying goodbye to my friend at her services this week. I hope I can keep it together.

My mind is busy with things I need to accomplish. I think I need to make a list to keep it all together!

I hope everyone has a wonderful week!

Here is what we have planned to eat for this week:

Breakfasts: Cereal, Oatmeal, Biscuits, Muffins, Pancakes, French Toast, Waffles, Fruit

Lunches: Ham or PB & J Sandwiches, Meat and Crackers, Leftovers, Fruit or Veggies, String Cheese, Hard Boiled Eggs, Granola Bars, Fruit Leather, Homemade Chewy Bars

Dinners:

Sunday- Chicken and Dumplings (It turned out so good, it will be back in the rotation again!)

Monday- Sloppy Joe's, Corn, Buttered Bread

Tuesday- Grilled Cheese and Soup

Wednesday-Beef Roast, Potatoes, Carrots, Rolls

Thursday- Spinach Ravioli, Salad, Buttered Bread

Friday- Pizza, Salad

Saturday- PW's Marlboro Man Sandwich, Onion Strings (Such a yummy dinner!!)

Find more menu planning inspiration at Organizing Junkie.


Until next time,