I know it’s Tuesday, but this is what this weeks menu is looking like:
Monday – breakfast for supper
Tuesday – Mexican roll-ups
Wednesday – shrimp scampi
Thursday – taco saladFriday – steak, cauliflower salad
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Happy Birthday to me!
Last Friday was my birthday. Woo hoo! My husband & I took the day off from our jobs. We were having a BBQ at his parent’s house Friday night to celebrate his brother’s 40th birthday - & kind of my birthday, along with his brother’s girlfriend. The day was pretty nice; it was quite humid – but not unbearable. We actually played badminton for a while which was pretty fun – let me add that I kind of suck at it. : )
I need to mention that I am not a fan of BBQ. Smoked & BBQ’d food doesn’t really agree with me (just ask Ryan, Angie, Layne, or my mom). BBQ for me guarantees a gut bomb later! So needless to say BBQ would not have been my choice for a birthday supper – but then again no one asked me. Just to add fuel to the fire my husband decided he should probably try experimenting & making his own BBQ sauces. So on my b-day I also had a sink full of disgusting ketchup smelling bowls. (Have I ever mentioned how much I hate ketchup?? If you ever want to make me gag give me a bowl of ketchup – or could make me clean dog crap or dog yak. Trust me, I get the heaves every time!!)
It was nice to spend time with everyone though. And lucky for me, one of sisters-in-law made a great salad with corn, avocado, tomato, & cilantro. It was awesome – and it was the only thing that I really ate.
April was really cute. She was so excited about my birthday. And when my mom took her shopping she picked out this really beautiful statuette for me of a man, woman, & child.
Maybe next year will be better……: )
I need to mention that I am not a fan of BBQ. Smoked & BBQ’d food doesn’t really agree with me (just ask Ryan, Angie, Layne, or my mom). BBQ for me guarantees a gut bomb later! So needless to say BBQ would not have been my choice for a birthday supper – but then again no one asked me. Just to add fuel to the fire my husband decided he should probably try experimenting & making his own BBQ sauces. So on my b-day I also had a sink full of disgusting ketchup smelling bowls. (Have I ever mentioned how much I hate ketchup?? If you ever want to make me gag give me a bowl of ketchup – or could make me clean dog crap or dog yak. Trust me, I get the heaves every time!!)
It was nice to spend time with everyone though. And lucky for me, one of sisters-in-law made a great salad with corn, avocado, tomato, & cilantro. It was awesome – and it was the only thing that I really ate.
April was really cute. She was so excited about my birthday. And when my mom took her shopping she picked out this really beautiful statuette for me of a man, woman, & child.
Maybe next year will be better……: )
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Most Recent Embarassing Moment
First I must warn you that this post is a big yucky & graphic. Consider yourself warned & proceed with caution…..
Right now it is “that" time of the month. Which for me is notoriously heavy & laden with clots. (See pretty gross.) Anyway, where I work we have “shared” bathrooms – we are a very small office. So I go in & use the restroom & the TOILET WON”T FLUSH!!! I didn’t have a bm (thank heavens) but it looks like someone had a miscarriage in the toilet cause there is so much blood…. Oh mercy……..Of course something like this WOULD happen to me.
Right now it is “that" time of the month. Which for me is notoriously heavy & laden with clots. (See pretty gross.) Anyway, where I work we have “shared” bathrooms – we are a very small office. So I go in & use the restroom & the TOILET WON”T FLUSH!!! I didn’t have a bm (thank heavens) but it looks like someone had a miscarriage in the toilet cause there is so much blood…. Oh mercy……..Of course something like this WOULD happen to me.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Setting Goals
I have decided that I need to write my goals down so they are on visible and I am giving some ownership to them. Here they are in random order.
1. Work on being more patient. This goal is so important because I often find myself freaking out about things that are really trivial and in the big scheme of things really probably don’t even matter.
2. I want to be fit and healthy. There are several “little” goals within this one.
a. I want to run a relay.
b. I want to have defined abs and arms. These are trouble spots for me and I am determined that one day I will LOVE my abs and arms!
c. I want to be a healthy weight and feel good about myself.
3. I want to get an associates degree in “General Studies”. But first I need to come up with money to take a class this fall. : ) It would put me one step closer….
4. Be more spontaneous. This goal will probably be the hardest for me. I am not spontaneous at all. It stresses me out when plans change at the last minute. I actually turn down lunches with friends (when I have no plans) because I didn’t plan on going with them for lunch.
5. Write in a notebook day; subject doesn’t necessarily matter. Whether it be a paragraph or several pages; just to practice.
1. Work on being more patient. This goal is so important because I often find myself freaking out about things that are really trivial and in the big scheme of things really probably don’t even matter.
2. I want to be fit and healthy. There are several “little” goals within this one.
a. I want to run a relay.
b. I want to have defined abs and arms. These are trouble spots for me and I am determined that one day I will LOVE my abs and arms!
c. I want to be a healthy weight and feel good about myself.
3. I want to get an associates degree in “General Studies”. But first I need to come up with money to take a class this fall. : ) It would put me one step closer….
4. Be more spontaneous. This goal will probably be the hardest for me. I am not spontaneous at all. It stresses me out when plans change at the last minute. I actually turn down lunches with friends (when I have no plans) because I didn’t plan on going with them for lunch.
5. Write in a notebook day; subject doesn’t necessarily matter. Whether it be a paragraph or several pages; just to practice.
Monday, June 22, 2009
Menu Monday
Monday – hot dogs, pineapple & mandarin oranges
Tuesday – hamburgers, corn
Wednesday – spaghetti & meatballs
Thursday – Quesadillas, refried beans
Friday – cookout at my in-laws
Tuesday – hamburgers, corn
Wednesday – spaghetti & meatballs
Thursday – Quesadillas, refried beans
Friday – cookout at my in-laws
I realize that most of these foods don't look particularly nutritious, but it's the portion control & little changes that make them "not so bad" for a person. Such as not eating buns with the dogs & burgers, =using multi-grain pasta, & whole wheat tortillas.
On a side note, everything in the summer is subject to change. Mostly because there are days here that are so hot & humid that a person seriously may not want to really eat anything. So this is our “tentative” meal plan. : )
Today I weighed myself and was down to 132!!! 12 more pounds till I’m at goal weight! BUT I’m so tired today that I’m not as happy as I should be. Today I’m the “I just want to lay in a ball & cry” kind of tired. I was exhausted yesterday also but was unable to actually sleep. Then I laid awaked what seemed like most of the night.
My eyes hurt & I feel kind of like I’m hung-over – but without having had any of the fun. : )
Hopefully I’ll get a good night’s sleep tonight.
My eyes hurt & I feel kind of like I’m hung-over – but without having had any of the fun. : )
Hopefully I’ll get a good night’s sleep tonight.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Holy Smokes How Did That Happen???
06/15/09 HY VEE 1610 $30.79
06/15/09 HY VEE 1610 $40.36
06/12/09 HY VEE 1610 $50.99
06/12/09 HY VEE 1610 $60.79
I checked our bank statement online last night and saw the above purchases totaling $182.93 and about passed out. I don’t remember us ever spending that hardly in an entire month, let alone in a matter of 3 days!!
I attribute it to not having a menu made out. It’s hard to make a menu when nothing sounds good. So last week we made a lot of spontaneous recipes which required trips to the store. Of course if I didn’t have a list to follow either, so I’d up things that looked good. And in all fairness I did get $20 cash back on 2 of the transactions.
After seeing that I told Layne that we HAVE to make up menus together to avoid having this happen again. Tonight we are making Vietnamese Pork Rolls - mainly because we have all the ingredients & the recipe looks pretty easy.
I talk a lot about menu planning & I really do have good intentions. I guess I need inspiration & ideas. I don't know if any of you read Miriam's comment last week on Menu Planning. But she gave a great website to check out. It's www.supercook.com. I have dabbled in it a little bit & think it could be very useful if a person kept it updated with the ingredients they have on hand. I'm going to put my info in this weekend and use it to plan my menu for next week.
06/15/09 HY VEE 1610 $40.36
06/12/09 HY VEE 1610 $50.99
06/12/09 HY VEE 1610 $60.79
I checked our bank statement online last night and saw the above purchases totaling $182.93 and about passed out. I don’t remember us ever spending that hardly in an entire month, let alone in a matter of 3 days!!
I attribute it to not having a menu made out. It’s hard to make a menu when nothing sounds good. So last week we made a lot of spontaneous recipes which required trips to the store. Of course if I didn’t have a list to follow either, so I’d up things that looked good. And in all fairness I did get $20 cash back on 2 of the transactions.
After seeing that I told Layne that we HAVE to make up menus together to avoid having this happen again. Tonight we are making Vietnamese Pork Rolls - mainly because we have all the ingredients & the recipe looks pretty easy.
I talk a lot about menu planning & I really do have good intentions. I guess I need inspiration & ideas. I don't know if any of you read Miriam's comment last week on Menu Planning. But she gave a great website to check out. It's www.supercook.com. I have dabbled in it a little bit & think it could be very useful if a person kept it updated with the ingredients they have on hand. I'm going to put my info in this weekend and use it to plan my menu for next week.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Weekend Notes
This weekend was actually very productive. We painted our spare room, which is going to be April’s room shortly. We do still need to do a few things to it such as replace the ceiling fan, etc. I did ALL the laundry that we had – which is tons since Layne & I go through about 2 outfits each every day (work clothes & exercise clothes). All the dishes are done & put away.
Now is the hard part though. The room we are moving April to was our catch-all room. If something didn’t really have a place that’s where it went. We also had our computers in there, along with our digital camera & movie camera. It was also home to about 100 books that I have. We will go through these things & organize them & put them in April’s current room, which will be our office area.
But until we get the rooms done we have stuff everywhere – in our dining room, hallway by the bathroom, etc. It’s a big cluttered mess & it’s driving me nuts! I have been a pack rat for as long as I can remember. It’s very hard for me to part with “stuff” cause I think I’m going to need it someday or because someone special gave it to me. I need to work on that & just get rid of things that I haven’t needed in the last 6-12 months. Some things I acquire because I think someday I’ll do this or April would like to do this someday. I need to get over that mentality & just pitch things. I think getting rid of the stuff would probably actually be somewhat therapeutic.
Now is the hard part though. The room we are moving April to was our catch-all room. If something didn’t really have a place that’s where it went. We also had our computers in there, along with our digital camera & movie camera. It was also home to about 100 books that I have. We will go through these things & organize them & put them in April’s current room, which will be our office area.
But until we get the rooms done we have stuff everywhere – in our dining room, hallway by the bathroom, etc. It’s a big cluttered mess & it’s driving me nuts! I have been a pack rat for as long as I can remember. It’s very hard for me to part with “stuff” cause I think I’m going to need it someday or because someone special gave it to me. I need to work on that & just get rid of things that I haven’t needed in the last 6-12 months. Some things I acquire because I think someday I’ll do this or April would like to do this someday. I need to get over that mentality & just pitch things. I think getting rid of the stuff would probably actually be somewhat therapeutic.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Shrimp Salsa/Salad
1 pound shrimp
2 avocados
1 jalapeno
cilantro
1 lime
1 Tbsp olive oil
tortilla chips
Make sure shrimp are cooked. Remove tails. (I usually buy the salad shrimp because they are cheaper and ready for dicing!) Dice shrimp and place in a medium size bowl. Chop avocado and add to shrimp. Remove seeds from jalapeno and dice it, add to shrimp mixture. Add juice of 1 lime, some rough chopped cilantro, and about a Tbsp of olive oil. Toss mixture. Serve with tortilla chips or eat plain. It’s very good and makes a light meal.
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2 avocados
1 jalapeno
cilantro
1 lime
1 Tbsp olive oil
tortilla chips
Make sure shrimp are cooked. Remove tails. (I usually buy the salad shrimp because they are cheaper and ready for dicing!) Dice shrimp and place in a medium size bowl. Chop avocado and add to shrimp. Remove seeds from jalapeno and dice it, add to shrimp mixture. Add juice of 1 lime, some rough chopped cilantro, and about a Tbsp of olive oil. Toss mixture. Serve with tortilla chips or eat plain. It’s very good and makes a light meal.
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Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Pictures & Update on Weight Loss
A few weeks ago Miriam suggested that I post a current picture of me. So here it is!!
The picture on the left is me at 158 pounds. The picture on the right is from this past weekend & my weight was 134.
I am 14 pounds away from the goal the doctor suggested. It is getting harder to get the weight off, but that just makes me all the more determined to get it off!
Menu planning
This weekend I felt like all I did was eat. I didn’t eat large amounts of any certain thing, and didn’t really eat any “banned” foods – except maybe a bite to try something. So now that I haven’t been able to make up a menu plan for week because nothing sounds remotely good!
Of course when I walk in the door from work the first words I hear are “what’s for supper?” And any suggestions I give are met with “that doesn’t even sound good”. What’s a girl to do??? Part of me wants to tell him that the evenings he gets home before me he should make supper. But then I know I’ll be eating something gross like “Chicken A La King” from a can. YUCK!
I think that I need a new routine for planning menus. I have been trying to make menus using what I have on hand, which is fine. But it seems that we always have the same meats, etc on hand so our menu gets very routine.
What I am going to try to do is plan my menu, and then shop or see what I have on hand to fit the menu instead of planning the menu to fit what I have already.
I need some inspiration!!! How do you go about planning your menu???
Of course when I walk in the door from work the first words I hear are “what’s for supper?” And any suggestions I give are met with “that doesn’t even sound good”. What’s a girl to do??? Part of me wants to tell him that the evenings he gets home before me he should make supper. But then I know I’ll be eating something gross like “Chicken A La King” from a can. YUCK!
I think that I need a new routine for planning menus. I have been trying to make menus using what I have on hand, which is fine. But it seems that we always have the same meats, etc on hand so our menu gets very routine.
What I am going to try to do is plan my menu, and then shop or see what I have on hand to fit the menu instead of planning the menu to fit what I have already.
I need some inspiration!!! How do you go about planning your menu???
Simple Home Remedies
Someone forwarded these to me in an email. I thought they were rather amusing. Enjoy!
AMAZING SIMPLE HOME REMEDIES:
1. AVOID CUTTING YOURSELF WHEN SLICING VEGETABLES BY GETTING SOMEONE ELSE TO HOLD THE VEGETABLES WHILE YOU CHOP.
2. AVOID ARGUMENTS WITH THE FEMALES ABOUT LIFTING THE TOILET SEAT BY USING THE SINK.
3. FOR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SUFFERERS ~ SIMPLY CUT YOURSELF AND BLEED FOR A FEW MINUTES, THUS REDUCING THE PRESSURE ON YOUR VEINS. REMEMBER TO USE A TIMER.
4. A MOUSE TRAP PLACED ON TOP OF YOUR ALARM CLOCK WILL PREVENT YOU FROM ROLLING OVER AND GOING BACK TO SLEEP AFTER YOU HIT THE SNOOZEBUTTON.
5. IF YOU HAVE A BAD COUGH, TAKE A LARGE DOSE OF LAXATIVES. THEN YOU'LL BE AFRAID TO COUGH.
6. YOU ONLY NEED TWO TOOLS IN LIFE - WD-40 AND DUCT TAPE. IF IT DOESN'T MOVE AND SHOULD, USE THE WD-40. IF IT SHOULDN'T MOVE AND DOES, USE THE DUCT TAPE.
7. IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM.
AMAZING SIMPLE HOME REMEDIES:
1. AVOID CUTTING YOURSELF WHEN SLICING VEGETABLES BY GETTING SOMEONE ELSE TO HOLD THE VEGETABLES WHILE YOU CHOP.
2. AVOID ARGUMENTS WITH THE FEMALES ABOUT LIFTING THE TOILET SEAT BY USING THE SINK.
3. FOR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SUFFERERS ~ SIMPLY CUT YOURSELF AND BLEED FOR A FEW MINUTES, THUS REDUCING THE PRESSURE ON YOUR VEINS. REMEMBER TO USE A TIMER.
4. A MOUSE TRAP PLACED ON TOP OF YOUR ALARM CLOCK WILL PREVENT YOU FROM ROLLING OVER AND GOING BACK TO SLEEP AFTER YOU HIT THE SNOOZEBUTTON.
5. IF YOU HAVE A BAD COUGH, TAKE A LARGE DOSE OF LAXATIVES. THEN YOU'LL BE AFRAID TO COUGH.
6. YOU ONLY NEED TWO TOOLS IN LIFE - WD-40 AND DUCT TAPE. IF IT DOESN'T MOVE AND SHOULD, USE THE WD-40. IF IT SHOULDN'T MOVE AND DOES, USE THE DUCT TAPE.
7. IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM.
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Grocery Shopping Success!
( I admit the picture isn't that great. But my 7-year old daughter took it - so I figure it's pretty good considering.....)Last night I made a trip to Wal-Mart to pick up a few things. I was pretty happy with my trip. Here’s what I got:
1 – pkg Kashi blueberry waffles
1 – pkg Bagel-fuls
1 – 100 calorie pack of cookies
1 – pkg Nabisco graham crackers
1 – pkg of Triscuit crackers
1 – pkg Ritz Bits
1 – pkg turkey bacon
1 – Blue Bunny ice cream snack
1 – pkg Yo-plus cherry yogurt
2 – pkg. Crystal Light
1 – 12 pack string cheese
1 – jar of Mayo
2 – 4-packs of Fiber One yogurt
2 – single serving cups of Mac & Cheese
2 – single serving cups of Shells & Cheese
1 – 3-pack anti-itch Aveeno bath salts
1 – Coffemate creamer
1 – Kraft BBQ Sauce
1 – French’s mustard
1 – box of Kleenex
1 – pkg paper plates
1 – 4-pack Cottonelle tissue
1 – gallon milk
2 – 2-liters of Coke
2 – 2-liters of Diet Coke
1 – 18 lb. bag of Purina Dog Food
Total before coupons: $65.39
Total after coupons: $39.48 (!!!)
How awesome is that??? Several items I ended up getting for free or next to nothing. The big purchase was the dog food, even with a coupon I spent about $10 of the total purchase on that. Darn dogs anyway!! ; )
Monday, June 1, 2009
Hair Or Lack Of
Okay, I think I am losing my hair. I’m not joking. Every morning in the shower I end up with almost a HANDFUL of hair in the drain. I do have new growth that is coming in – so it’s not like I have bald patches.
I have to be honest – this scares me. A lot. More than it should to be honest. I mean it is just hair. It’s kind of funny how hair, something that grows constantly, becomes a part of US. Our hair is a symbol of us, it represents us & causes us to make judgment of others.
It’s just hair…. It’s just hair….It’s just hair….
Maybe I should get some bandanas just in case…
I have to be honest – this scares me. A lot. More than it should to be honest. I mean it is just hair. It’s kind of funny how hair, something that grows constantly, becomes a part of US. Our hair is a symbol of us, it represents us & causes us to make judgment of others.
It’s just hair…. It’s just hair….It’s just hair….
Maybe I should get some bandanas just in case…
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