Life & Love in a Small Town

"Homemade" Gourmet Chips

2011-08-23T12:40:00.000-05:00

Gourmet Chips

1 bag of Kettle Cooked Potato Chips
Honey
1 pkg of Feta Cheese
Cracked Black Pepper - the fresher the better

Set oven to 375*

Spray a sheet pan with PAM or grease

On a sheet pan spread out your chips - whole or half bag, doesn't matter.
Drizzle the whole thing with honey.
Break up your cheese and sprinkle on top - use a little or use a lot, I prefer a lot.

Bake about 5-8 minutes or when cheese starts to look "melty".

Take out and grind your pepper over the top.

Bask in the glow of awesomeness. And then try to feed it to your husband, he may turn up his nose at first - but he'll come around!

Menu from Monday

2011-08-23T12:35:00.000-05:00

Monday
Tator Tot Casserole (from here)
Peaches and Cream
Biscuits

Tuesday
BLTs
Homemade Chips

Wednesday
Chicken & Waffles - quick version
Fruit

Thursday
French Dip Sandwiches
Green Beans

Friday
Ordering Pizza - didn't get to last week.

Menu Monday

2011-08-15T13:19:00.000-05:00

Menu of the Week of August 15

~~Chicken~~
~~Beef~~
~~Pork~~
Fish
Turkey
Meatless
Leftovers
~~Breakfast~~

Monday
BBQ Chicken
Cheese-y Rice
Greenbeans
Biscuits

Tuesday
Pork Loin
Mashed Potatoes
Peas
Rolls

Wednesday
Sausage
Pancakes

Thursday
Brisket
Cornbread
Roasted Carrots

Friday
Order Pizza (?)
I want to try the new wood-grilled pizza place

Menu on Tuesday

2011-08-02T11:47:00.001-05:00

Menu for the Week of August 1

Monday
Beef Stroganoff
Green Beans
Biscuits

Tuesday
Grilled Tilapia & "Chips"
Cornbread
Mixed Veggies

Wednesday
Chicken Pasta Salad with Curry Cream Sauce
Toast

Thursday
Pork Loin
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Peas
Rolls

Friday
Lasagna with Bechemel
Breadsticks
Salad

Saturday
Burgers
Fries or Chips
Cold Veggies or Corn on the Cob

-OR-

Strawberry/Blueberry Poppyseed Chicken Salad

Tuesday Quickie

2011-07-19T16:18:00.000-05:00

Sweet -n- Salty

1 bag of buttered popcorn - popped
4 squares of white chocolate
1 pkg snack size M&Ms.

Sift out kernels of popcorn.
Melt chocolate - add popcorn.
Stir.
Add M&Ms.

Pour onto lightly greased cookie sheet.
Cool.

Break apart and enjoy!

Menu Monday

2011-07-19T16:16:00.000-05:00

Menu for the Week of July 18
b.e.e.f w.e.e.k

~~chicken~~
~~beef~~
pork
fish
turkey
meatless
breakfast
soup/sandwich
~~leftovers~~

Monday
Stew
Biscuits

Tuesday
Beef Stroganoff
Corn

Wednesday
Hot Chicken Salad

Thursday
Burgers - grilled
Fries

Friday
Brisket
Cheesy Potatoes
Green Beans
Rolls

Saturday
Spaghetti
Garlic Bread

Crack

2011-06-29T11:11:00.000-05:00

The Recipe

1 package of saltine crackers -- spread single layer on cookie sheet (I used all but 4)

1 stick of butter

1/2 c packed brown sugar --- melt butter over med. high heat. add sugar and stir to combine - take off heat when bubbly.

2 - 3 T cream ---- add to mix.

Pour the carmel over the crackers - spread evenly.

1/2 pkg of chocolate chips ----- sprinkle over carmel. let melt (add to warm oven if necessary, be careful they go fast DON'T let singe). spread a thin layer to cover.

Sprinkle with sea salt and chopped pecans.

Or eat plan.

It won't matter - this stuff is like crack - and it goes FAST!

Menu Monday

2011-06-28T11:49:00.000-05:00

Menu for the Week of June 27

Monday
Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry
Rice

Tuesday
Grab a Sandwich - we have a visitation

Wednesday
Corndogs - homemade
Chips or Fries

Thursday
Roast
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Green Beans
Biscuits

Friday
Fish n Chips
Slaw

Saturday
Maple Pecan Pork Chops
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Peas

Sunday
Mom's House

NEW . NEW . NEW

2011-06-25T11:51:00.000-05:00

I started a new blog -

Yes, I know I can't keep up with this one.

The new one is a random one -

it's just writing.

Stories of our life here.

A peek into our lives.

No photos - no links, just writing.

I write to let steam out - as a release ... as a way to relax - sometime.

I thought this would be a good way to share.

So, if you want - check it out.

lifepaperstyle.blogspot.com

Menu Monday

2011-06-13T11:13:00.000-05:00

Menu for the Week of June 13

Monday

BBQ Pork

Cornbread

Green Beans

Tuesday

Chicken Tacos

Corn

Wednesday

Corn Dogs

Chips

Thursday

Brisket

Corn Casserole

Biscuits

Friday

Roast Chicken

Cheesy Rice Casserole

Broccoli

Saturday

Lasagna

Breadsticks

Salad

More Before and After

2011-06-10T10:34:00.000-05:00

Just updated the House Before & After page.

A few more rooms are "done". Of course there are still small things I'd like to tweak if we stay here - but it's done for now and ready for selling.

2011-06-09T11:06:00.000-05:00

Hello!

I'm back!

Anyone??

{chirp.chirp}

Yes, I've been a terrible blogger as of late. Like, as of the last 3 months. But I'm really going to try again.
Honest.
Promise.

So - what has been going on with us?

Well, I'm glad you asked.

Rhys is now 8 months. He's crawling - pulling up - and walking holding on to things. He's at SUCH an active stage right now!

We've put our house up for sale. We are nearly done with all the updates and renovations - so we thought now would be a good time to get the word out.

This house would be perfect for a retired couple or a single person or a young couple. But my poor husband is MISERABLE in town. He hates being in town and it's been a challenge to our marriage. I figured that it's better so start looking for a new place than make Landon suffer anymore. The poor man doesn't even want to come home from work - and he hates going outside. You can see where this would pose a problem.

I've gone more before and after pictures to post on here - will do so soon.

Landon and I just had our 3rd Anniversary on Tuesday. Three years - but it seems like a lifetime - in a good way. We've actually been together for 9 years, so maybe that's way it feels so long. As Landon put it - I think I could handle a couple more years.

We're getting ready for a major garage sale - so if you're looking ...

Anyway - that's the (in a nutshell) update.

Forgotten

2011-04-09T09:36:00.000-05:00

Well - here we go again, again ... again.

How many times is this now?

I gave up blogging for awhile now. I found I have so many other things to do and take care of. But I missed it. No more schedules - no more this day is this and that.

Just writing.

And some photos.

And some freedom.

Menu Monday

2011-03-15T08:54:00.000-05:00

Menu for the Week of March 14

Monday
Chicken Enchiladas
Corn

Tuesday
Grocery Shopping - Out

Wednesday
Breakfast for Supper
Pancakes
Eggs
Sausage

Thursday
St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Appetizer
Latkes

Main
Stew
Soda Bread
Cabbage

Dessert - undecided

Friday
Country Ribs
Green Beans
Rolls
Cheese-y Potatoes

20 Weeks

2011-03-10T11:52:00.000-06:00

20 Weeks

This week you couldn't have gotten any cuter! You love your Daddy and Mommy so much. When Daddy comes home your face lights up and you can't quit smiling - I think it melts your Daddy's heart each time.

You have started holding your hands out for people - but so far it's only to Uncle Kendall. We have to push back from the table because your little hands are grabbing for everything. You LOVE going outside and are happy as a clam riding around in Mommy's MOBY wrap. You found that PawPaw is pretty great and have been laughing out loud more and more.

You learned a new "trick" this week. Mommy was drinking from a glass and you had to "help" her hold it. When she was done you opened your little mouth and wanted some too. You use your tongue like a cat to get the water, but you can drink it up and go crazy doing so. If there are other people in the room you look to see if people are watching then you attack the cup.

You found your head this week and use your little right hand to rub your hair. I think you figured it out when Mom showed you your reflection with a hat on and your little hand slowly went up to feel for it. I can't wait to see what the next week brings.

19 Weeks

2011-03-10T11:48:00.002-06:00

19 Weeks

You have discovered your feet! They are the most wonderful things in the world. Unfortunatly, now you can't let go of them and you hang on while changing, during bath time, nap time - all the time!

You've had an ear infection for about a week and we started treating it with antibiotics - you aren't doing well on them, They have given you a bad tummy and extremely sore bottom - but you're riding it out like a champ. Mommy's never seen such a wonderful baby!

You want to be involved in evyerthing now - you have to be right there when Mom is cooking supper and you want to set with us at the table now.

You've started cereal. I was trying to feed it to you for awhile but you weren't having it. This week you started eating it and now you're like a little bird - mouth open and waiting. I'm not sure you've got the whole concept down as a lot of it gets on you instead of in you.

You're little hands are everywhere - especailly in your mouth as you chew on them to teeth. The cutest is when you fold them in "prayer" position and hold them in front of you - you just look perfect. It's amazing how much I love you more each day.

This week was Mommy's birthday - one year ago her and Daddy announced to the world you were coming - and here you are. What a wonderful birthday gift!

Menu Monday

2011-02-21T18:18:00.000-06:00

Week of February 21

Monday
Hamburger Stroganoff
Peas
Biscuits

Tuesday
Chicken Pot Pie
Applesauce

Wednesday
Pork Gravy & Potatoes
Rolls
Green Beans

Thursday
Manicotti
Breadsticks
Salad

Friday
Chicken Tortilla Soup

Saturday
Brisket
Parmesan Potatoes
Broccoli
Rolls

Rhys Weekly

2011-02-17T09:02:00.000-06:00

18 Weeks

** 2 Weeks Late

You've developed quite a personality this past week. You like to make lots of tractor sounds and be "going and doing". You still LOVE to jump and your new exersaucer is saving Mom and Dad's arms. You are starting to explore the world around you more, even if it is a short distance and have started noticing things like your hands and feet. You've been bringing your hands together and to your mouth but it's a bit of a bumpy ride.

You still love your swing and are starting to enjoy Johnny Jump Up more, now that you can fit in it a little better without blankets. You still tend to sleep a lot but that will be changing soon, I can tell. You're favorite time is first thing in the morning - you pop up and are ready to go! Mom and Dad aren't so ready. Sunday mornings must be your favorite because Mom and Dad have to go, go, go.

Mommy loves your bubbly and loving little personality.

Life

2011-02-09T17:12:00.000-06:00

Sorry for the lack of posts --
littlest has an ear infection and is teething so we are taking each day slow --
with him in my arms most of the time.

4 Months

2011-02-03T20:53:00.000-06:00

Rhys was 4 months old at the end of January. It feels like only yesterday I was in the hospital waiting to meet him. People said it would go fast - I didn't know it would be this fast. I take every oppertiunity to hold him and cuddle him.

4 Months

Weight: 14.8

Length: 24.5

Age: 4 months - weighed at

Size: 3-6 months and 6-9 months

Shoes: Size 2

Favorite toy: Musical Sea Horse and Activity Center and Mom and Dad's arms

Favorite activity: Bath Time and making new sounds and LOTS of jumping

Favorite pastime: Swinging in his swing and Playing with his gym

New Activities: Grabbing things with his hands, Finding his toes, Playing with your hands, Feeling your face, Making all kinds of new sounds

Eating: 4 to 6 ounces

Extras: Teething (started at 3 months), Likes to be exactly where you are at all times

Monthly

2011-02-03T10:24:00.000-06:00

Rhys Weekly

2011-02-03T09:43:00.000-06:00

17 Weeks

** Post is 1 week old

The changes for Rhys this past week:

He likes to stick his little head out - stretching his neck far - when he wants to "go" or be nosey and check something out. He now brings his little hands together whenever something is held in front of him and grabs for it - slowly. He now has to sit up while drinking his bottle so he can see what's going on around him. Feeding him has become quite a challenge because he fights it. He has rolled from his tummy to back (12 Weeks) and is working on rolling from back to tummy.

He has to watch every move you make and usually cries if you leave the room. Sometime he'll cry if he thinks you aren't there. He has quit sleeping through the night but it might be because of teeth.

Rhys Weekly

2011-02-01T21:36:00.000-06:00

16 Weeks

** This post is from 2 weeks ago

This past week Rhys has been bringing his hands together and grabbing things. He especially likes toys over his head where he can grab at them. He's been doing lots of jabbering and more oooo, oooo, oooo's. He wakes up talking - a lot like his Mom. Now when he grips your thumbs he sets up and then pushes up on his little legs. He can't quite hold his own bottle yet, but he sure is trying! He is rolling over regularly from tummy to back and still doesn't enjoy tummy time that much. He is Mommy's boy during the day but has eyes only for Daddy when he gets home from work. He has discovered his toes but he's not too interested yet. Rhys still loves his bath - after we're through bathing him we lay him on his tummy with his little buns sticking up and he splashes around enjoying himself to the fullest.

We started eating some cereal - eating being a very liberal word - he gets it in his mouth and then spits it out. So far he's not a big fan.

We still aren't sleeping through the night but that might be because he's a co-sleeper. Something we will soon be working on transferring out of - if Mom can handle it.

Menu on Tuesday

2011-02-01T11:24:00.000-06:00

No menu this week -
Why?

We're in a "blizzard". Well, that's what they are calling it but I'm sure the people up North would laugh. We're expecting 20 inches - a lot for around here.

People are going crazy.

Wal-Mart may be empty.

Quick everyone grab a shovel and run for your life.

Meanwhile - we are staying at Mom and Dads in case the electricity goes out. Our house is cold and they have a fireplace and I do not want to be snowed in with a baby in case something should happen.

If it's snowing where you are or you're in MO ... enjoy this "thunder snow".

Month of Meals

2011-02-01T10:10:00.000-06:00

28 Meals

February

..
Chicken
1. Chicken Noodle Soup
2. Chicken Pot Pie - using leftovers
3. Chicken Pasta Salad
4. Chicken Fried Chicken
5. Chicken Salsa - crock pot
6. Chicken Curry
7. Chicken Enchiladas

Beef
1. Hamburger Gravy
2. Steak
3. Tacos/Nachos
4. Chili
5. Spaghetti with Meatsauce
6. Sloppy Joes
7. Brisket
8. Chipped Beef on Toast

Pork
1. Pork Loin
2. BBQ Pork - using leftovers
3. Pork Gravy and Potatoes - using leftovers
4. Ham and Cheese Melts
5. Apricot Porkchops
6. Sausage and Biscuits

Random
1. Manicotti - meatless
2. Fried Fish
3. Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
4. Dixie Stampede Soup and Biscuits - meatless
5. Chicken Strips and Fries
6. Roast with Carrots
7. Quiche