Wellness Wednesday: Nooming Right Along

Yesterday, I was scanning Facebook and I ran across Noom....again.  I've seen it about a dozen times on my feed.  I guess their paid ad worked because I finally clicked on it, opened it up, and decided to give it a try. I'm on day 2 and so far, so good.  Being a Weight WatcherContinue reading "Wellness Wednesday: Nooming Right Along"

My Dad turns 60

Growing up, and even in the recent past, my mom has told me, "You are just like your Dad...." Man, what a compliment. My Dad is one of my heroes.  It's no secret that I adore him.  I'm proud of his accomplishments throughout his career, but I'm even more proud of the man he isContinue reading "My Dad turns 60"

Mommy Review Monday: Member’s Mark 14 Inch Non-Stick Fry Pan

I love my Member’s Mark 14 Inch Non-Stick Fry Pan. I bought my first one about 10 years ago from Sam's Club. In the last year or two it hasn't been sitting evenly on my stove-top. I believe, between Garen and I, one of us probably washed it before it was completely cool, causing itContinue reading "Mommy Review Monday: Member’s Mark 14 Inch Non-Stick Fry Pan"

Hippity Hop-pity, Easter’s on It’s Way: Easter Bunny Garden with Peeps

My Mom always sang us the "Here Comes Peter Cotton Tail" song around this time. And, between her and Grammy, we were sure to have plenty of candy, including Peeps! I honestly don't think you can have Easter without these sugary, marshmallowy, packages of cuteness. Yesterday, I needed to make a run for some labelsContinue reading "Hippity Hop-pity, Easter’s on It’s Way: Easter Bunny Garden with Peeps"

Mommy Review Monday: Ceramic “Non-stick” Instant Pot Bowl

After the first two times cooking in the Instant Pot, Garen, who usually cleans the kitchen after I cook, suggested that we look for a "non-stick" version.  Sooooo....I went to Amazon.  Where else? Here's what we found and purchased:  Genuine Instate Pot Ceramic Non-Stick Interior Coated Inner Cooking Pot- 8 Quart. Positives: It is lightweight. Continue reading "Mommy Review Monday: Ceramic “Non-stick” Instant Pot Bowl"

Glazed Brown Sugar & Bacon Pork Loin via Instant Pot

I'm still learning to use my Instant Pot.  And still loving it.  Last weekend I had the opportunity to have my parents over for Anna's birthday lunch.  I made the mistake of not planning very well and couldn't find the recipe I wanted for the pork loin I planned to make that morning. So, inContinue reading "Glazed Brown Sugar & Bacon Pork Loin via Instant Pot"

Photo Friday: A girl and her doll

We got Anna her first American Doll for her birthday. She loves it. Garen got this photo of us "doing hair." I love it. So real. So special. Here's another great one that Garen took. Happy Photo Friday!

Dashboard Randomness: Sunrises and Bluebonnets

Today I had a golf tournament for one of the regional associations I'm part of in San Antonio. Usually, when I go to San Antonio I will drive down the night before but I have been on the go so much lately I decided to just wake up early and drive this morning. And, boy,Continue reading "Dashboard Randomness: Sunrises and Bluebonnets"

Mommy Review Monday: Care.com for Finding Childcare

I have excellent babysitters/nannies that help us out.  And, with four kids and both of us traveling for work, boy, do we need it?!?  When I tell people that we have great sitters they typically ask me how I found them.  It's hard to find good help from word-of-mouth.  If you hear about someone who'sContinue reading "Mommy Review Monday: Care.com for Finding Childcare"