Grandma Doris

I miss my Grandma.  

I want to call her...

To tell her that I'm so overwhelmed at the thought of Annika starting Kindergarten tomorrow...

To have her tell me that it will be great...that Annika will do great...but that she can't believe she's going to Kindergarten either.

To hear what she has been keeping busy with...

And how her church friends are.

To have her remind me how wonderful my husband is...and how blessed I am to have him in my life...

To hear stories about what she used to do for Grandpa...

To remind me only to use the seasonings in my food that Ryan likes.

So I can tell her what I've been sewing...

And how my garden is doing.

To hear her say that she loves me...that she can't wait to see me...but that I shouldn't come up unless the weather is really good.  

I miss her so much...my heart breaks.  

She used to have this wonderful desert at her house.  Chocolate cake.  Marshmallows.  Chocolate Frosting.  I'm not sure what the real recipe is...or what she called it.  But I was craving the comfort of Grandma Doris so badly yesterday I had to recreate something similar.  

Too bad my recipe only made 6.  I may need more before the week is over.  :)

So here's to you Grandma Doris....

Thank you for being an amazing Woman of God, Grandma and friend.  

I love you!

Keep watching for this wonderful recipe...it's coming!  

What's for Dinner? Week 3

With Annika's birthday, there was no menu last week.  It was a "use up what's here" week.  Cleaning out the fridge and pantry to make room for the groceries I would need for her party.

This week, with school starting up, we're back in the game.

Monday:  Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Tuesday:  Taco Pasta Shells
Wednesday:  Meatball Subs
Thursday:  Steak and Baked Potatoes (its the first day of school and this is Annika's favorite!)
Friday:  Fish and Baked Rice Pilaf
Saturday:  ?
Sunday:  ?

Okay, so I'm almost back up and running.  I'll fill in those two when I figure them out.  :)

What are you serving this week?

Happy Birthday, Annika!

My little girl turned 6 this weekend...what!?!?!?!?!?!  

Can't believe it myself.  Where did the time go??  As far as I'm concerned we should still be here.

August 13, 2005 - 3 lbs 14 oz -
and already planning to do things her own way  :)

Okay, not "at the hospital" here, but...you get my drift.

What a beautiful, young lady she is becoming.  I pray she continues to grow in the Lord...to love Him more each day...to serve Him and serve others...to stand up for what she believes in...and so much more...

Love you little lady!! 

What's for Dinner? Week 2

After an amazing weekend with girlfriends, Monday was a struggle to get back into.  But I managed to pull together an almost complete menu for the coming week.

Monday:  Brats and Lemon Basil Pasta
Tuesday:  Crock Pot Roast and Mashed Potatoes
Wednesday:  Leftovers
Thursday:  Chicken Sandwiches
Friday:  ??  (this is the "almost complete" portion)
Saturday:  take out (we have a day packed full of "to-dos"
Sunday:  Breakfast for Supper - I'm thinking breakfast burritos

What's for Dinner?

I used to have a major organizing problem...as in...I spent way too much time organizing.  Some may argue there's no such thing as too much organization...oh, you have no idea!

Then a couple things happened.  The first is known as "Annika"...the second "Henry".

Now, I'm kind of on the opposite end of the spectrum (not necessarily because I want to be).  I just can't keep up...it never ends.  It will end...but not for another...(quick math)...15 years.  

In an attempt to keep somewhat sane...and save on groceries...and not eat out all the time...I plan my suppers.  I haven't done great with it this summer, but I'm getting back on track.  I need to...my bank account needs it...my brain needs it...I think my Husband needs it too.  

This week's a little unusual in that I get to go spend a weekend away with my girlfriends (I can't wait!!!).  But it makes for a short week in planning.  

Here it is:

Sunday - Orange Chicken (not a huge success...it was a little overpowering in the vinegar department) 

Monday - Grilled Chicken (based on this tuorial)

Tuesday - Pork Quesadillas with Sweet Corn Salad

Wednesday - Slow Cooker meatballs with pasta

Thursday - Pecan Crusted Chicken Salad

Friday - Off to my weekend away!  Ryan doesn't have an organizational issue...so he won't be doing any planning.  :)