Today's reading -
Jeremiah 28-29
Psalms 78:56-72
Proverbs 30-31
Acts 11
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Pumpkin
Spice Latte
1 serving
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon canned pumpkin
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla (not a typo!)
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup
strong brewed coffee
Combine
milk, pumpkin, and sugar in saucepan. Cook on medium heat, stirring until
steaming. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and spice. Transfer to a blender
and process until foamy. Pour into a large mug and add coffee. Top with fresh
whipped cream and a
sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. Enjoy!
sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. Enjoy!
Mr. H. is the
coffee drink maker in this house, but his aversion to all things pumpkin, had
me on my own for this concoction. I used a recipe that claimed to be just
like Starbucks. Now, I've never had a pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks,
so I can't really compare. But, it sure was good and it certainly took less
time and money than going to Starbucks! :-)
Monday, September 27, 2010
Menu Plan Monday
Supper Menus
September 27th-October 2nd
Monday
out for supper
Tuesday
schezwan stir fry veggies, white rice
Wednesday
soft tacos, refried beans, spanish rice, tortilla chips and salsa
Thursday
snack supper for Aggie game (chips and dips, piggies in blankets, pizza rolls, mozerrella sticks, stuffed jalapenos, potato skins)
Friday
out for supper
Saturday
homemade pizza
September 27th-October 2nd
Monday
out for supper
Tuesday
schezwan stir fry veggies, white rice
Wednesday
soft tacos, refried beans, spanish rice, tortilla chips and salsa
Thursday
snack supper for Aggie game (chips and dips, piggies in blankets, pizza rolls, mozerrella sticks, stuffed jalapenos, potato skins)
Friday
out for supper
Saturday
homemade pizza
Sunday, September 26, 2010
The chickens are 2 months old!
And as usual, Loretta felt the need to make the day memorable!
While I was bent over and busy taking pictures of the other chickens,
she decided to roost on my head!
I think my scream might have stressed out the chickens just a bit! ;-)
Dolly 2 months old
Loretta 2 months old
Tammy 2 months old
Patsy 2 months old
Two to three more months and
then hopefully it will be egg laying time!
Sunday Songs
~There's a Rainbow in the Cloud~
As I journey here mid the toil and tears,
There's a rainbow in the cloud;
He will safely lead, I must have no fear,
There's a rainbow in the cloud.
Refrain
There's a rainbow that is shining
There's a rainbow in the cloud.
When life's race is one, and the victory won.
There's a rainbow in the cloud.
When the way seems dark and the night grows long,
There's a rainbow in the cloud;
When my way grows drear and no friend seems near,
There's a rainbow in the cloud.
Refrain
After storm and rain, fields of golden grain.
There's a rainbow in the cloud;
Winter's cold and pain, summer's harvest gain,
There's a rainbow in the cloud.
Refrain
When the storms all pass, comes a brighter day.
There's a rainbow in the cloud;
In that city fair there's a crown to wear,
There's a rainbow in the cloud.
Refrain
1973
words and music by Alton Howard
It doesn't matter who leads the singing when we sing this song. I always hear Giggle's dad's voice.
It doesn't matter who leads the singing when we sing this song. I always hear Giggle's dad's voice.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Back to soccer!
My girl
and my boy play soccer.
Mr. H. is coaching both and he plays, too!
How do I survive soccer season? ;-)
I take a deep breath!
I cook lots of warm, hearty meals for my players.
(With second helpings and desserts planned for!)
I try to never get behind on washing towels.
(Soccer players take a lot of showers!)
I wash the jerseys, fill the thermoses, step over numerous pairs of cleats and shin guards...
And I love every minute of it! I'm their biggest fan!
Friday, September 24, 2010
Thursday, September 23, 2010
The Etsy Shop
and it was a doozy!
54 jars of cookie mix...
for a "country harvest theme" couples bridal shower
m&m cookie mix in the color theme of the shower
cowboy cookie mix
and triple chip cookie mix
54 jars!
My dining room looked like a packing plant for a few days!
It was a lot of work and pretty much no profit this time,
but I learned A LOT!
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
~fall place settings~
napkin holders
and chargers
in a pretty leaf pattern
I'm able to use my everyday dishes to set the table,
but still create a fall feel to the place settings. :-)
The first day of fall!
"Delicious autumn!
My very soul is wedded to it,
and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth
seeking the successive autumns."
~George Eliot
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Monday, September 20, 2010
Menu Plan Monday
Supper Menus
September 20th-25th
Monday
philly cheesesteak sandwiches, potato chips, pasta salad, brownies
Tuesday
Mexican Lasagna, tortilla chips, guacamole
tortellini, garlic bread, caesar salad
Friday
Heather's Peppers, hamburgers, homemade french fries, baked beans, Chocolate Covered Strawberries Cake
tba
Sunday, September 19, 2010
The seasons are changing...
"We are in for a spell of perfect weather now,
every day luminous,
every night brimmed with stars.
Picnics at noon,
supper by the applewood fire at night,
a walk in the cool moonlight before bed."
~Gladys Taber
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Friday, September 17, 2010
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Monday, September 13, 2010
Menu Plan Monday
Supper Menus
September 13th-18th
Monday
out for supper
Tuesday
schzewan stir fry vegetables, rice
Wednesday
angel hair pasta with marinara, salad, garlic bread
Thursday
baked potatoes with toppings
Friday
smoked ribs, potato salad, baked beans
Saturday
out for supper
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Saturday, September 11, 2010
September 11th
"This is a day when all Americans from every walk of life unite in our resolve for justice and peace. America has stood down enemies before, and we will do so this time. None of us will ever forget this day, yet we go forward to defend freedom and all that is good and just in our world."
from President George W. Bush's Address to the Nation
delivered September 11, 2001
Oval Office Washington, D.C.
NEVER forget.
Friday, September 10, 2010
~from a sweet friend~
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
~Fall Nesting 2010~
With nearly a 100 percent chance of rain in the forecast, I decided it sounded like a good day to do a little fall nesting! And, I could join in The Inspired Room's 3rd Annual Fall Nesting Party. This year I'm nesting in a new-t0-me home. Such fun to decide were to put things!
I started the morning with some fall flavored coffee of course. :-)
~Dunkin' Donuts Cinnamon Spice~
I finished up my ~Autumn Wreath~ candle last year.
So I purchased Yankee Candle's fragrance of the month for September,
~Autumn Leaves~.
With the rain on the roof, my new candle burning,
and plenty of coffee in my cup,
I emptied the hutch of it's summertime contents.
I replaced the Phaltzgraf dishes and ice cream parfait glasses...
...with the wonderful colors of autumn.
I got out all my favorite fall cookbooks.
Each one is filled with yummy, hearty,
tummy warming recipes.
And, I went to the closet to retrieve some fall decorations.
But I left the Halloween
and Thanksgiving boxes stored away for a little while longer.
I took everything off the butlers pantry
and gave myself a clean slate to work with.
Using what I had,
I wanted to create a homey autumn look.
And I loved the way it turned out!
This will definitely be a spot in the house
that I will really enjoy decorating seasonally. :-)
Lastly, I put some fall leaves
on the bookshelves and fireplace mantle
in the library.
There's still plenty more to do,
but I thought today was a great start
for getting our home warm and cozy for fall!
Please head over to The Inspired Room
for much more autumn inspiration and Fall Nesting.
I've visited several sites so far, and have gotten many, many neat ideas!
Thanks so much for visiting me. :-)
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