tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22798781297317768622024-03-05T02:15:50.312-06:00Crumbs in my CoffeeBecause I rarely have one without the other.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279878129731776862.post-32439325295941220642013-11-06T17:45:00.000-06:002013-11-06T17:45:39.376-06:00A Month in Pictures: October<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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This cooler weather does not make me feel like exercising. It makes me crave heavy rich foods. And my menu planning for the week is pure evidence of that. </div>
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1. <a href="http://www.cinnamonspiceandeverythingnice.com/french-toast-roll-ups/" target="_blank"> French Toast Roll-Ups</a>. I'm all about breakfast for supper, and this seems like a fun twist on classic french toast. I think I'm going to use Greek Cream Cheese for the stuffing along with some fruit. <br />
2. <a href="http://www.howsweeteats.com/2010/11/homemade-french-bread-pizzas/" target="_blank">French Bread Pizza</a>. Pepperoni for the kids and Chicken Pesto for Ryan and I.<br />
3. <a href="http://www.justapinch.com/recipes/oven-baked-meatball-sandwiches.html" target="_blank">Oven Baked Meatball Subs</a><br />
4. Manicotti. My sister in law gave me a great recipe for manicotti when Ryan and I first got married, and its pretty much my go to for classic manicotti.<br />
5. <a href="http://iowagirleats.com/2012/01/08/spaghetti-and-meatball-soup/" target="_blank">Spaghetti and Meatball Soup</a>. This is delicious. And if you can pull off a lie to the kids that those "stringy things" are overcooked noodles and <i>not</i> zucchini, they'll eat it like champs!! {even if they think you are a terrible cook for overdone noodles}<br />
6. Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes. Straight up, no cooked sauce meatloaf. Just the way I like it!<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279878129731776862.post-68717525125771300612013-10-20T18:51:00.000-05:002013-10-20T18:52:07.905-05:00Sunday Evening Menu PlanningIt was one of those weekends where I just wasn't sure if we were going to make it out without a major illness. I was battling being sick the last half of the week and Saturday Henry joined in. I think *fingers crossed* he's okay now...although he and Annika are getting along better than normal [maybe I should be worried.]<br />
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Otherwise the kids and I enjoyed a quiet weekend. It was such a perfect fall weekend. The corn is being combined, the air is chilly and damp. And my belly is full chai tea. :) Fall is officially here!!<br />
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<i>Sunday:</i> Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas. I based it off <a href="http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2011/01/sour-cream-enchiladas/" target="_blank">this</a> recipe from The Pioneer Woman. I added shredded chicken and used greek yogurt instead of sour cream.<br />
<i>Monday: </i>Steak 'n Shake copy cat burgers - loosely based on <a href="http://www.jamhands.net/2011/01/steak-n-sheak-frisco-melts-copycat.html" target="_blank">this</a> recipe by Jam Hands<br />
<i>Tuesday: </i>Chicken Alfredo using <a href="http://pinchofyum.com/creamy-cauliflower-sauce" target="_blank">this</a> Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce from Pinch of Yum<br />
<i>Wednesday: </i>Leftovers<br />
<i>Thursday [kids choice]: </i><a href="http://wearychef.com/twisted-pizza-breadsticks/" target="_blank">Twisted Pizza Sticks</a><br />
<i>Friday:</i> We have pictures for the church directory, so I think we'll head out for supper when we are done with pictures. <br />
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I've been doing the SheReadsTruth study on James, which also happens to be the subject of the bible study I picked up recently by Beth Moore. Do you think God has something he wants me to pick up on in the book of James perhaps? <br />
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Have a great week!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279878129731776862.post-38234013439814642972013-10-18T10:19:00.000-05:002013-10-18T10:19:40.854-05:00Pumpkin Breakfast QuinoaI promised this recipe a long time ago, and here it finally is.<br />
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This is a great week day breakfast when you prepare it ahead of time. Split the quinoa between pint size jars and put them in the fridge for a grab and go breakfast. This is chock full of protein and while I'm usually hungry again by 10 AM, this kept me full long past lunchtime.</div>
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Pumpkin Breakfast Quinoa</div>
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1 c. quinoa</div>
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2 c. water</div>
1/4 tsp. salt<br />
1/2 cup pumpkin puree<br />
1/4 c. packed brown sugar<br />
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon<br />
1/4 tsp. ground ginger<br />
1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg<br />
4 Tbsp. plain greek yogurt<br />
4 Tbsp. dried cranberries<br />
4 Tbsp. chopped walnuts<br />
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Prepare quinoa with water and salt as directed. <br />
While still warm, stir in pumpkin, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. <br />
Top each serving with 1 tablespoon each yogurt, pecans and cranberries.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279878129731776862.post-88867349389785271752013-10-15T07:44:00.000-05:002013-10-15T07:44:45.989-05:00My Life in a MenuFirst quarter is coming to a close...<br />
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Ryan is home from Montana...<br />
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And I am back in menu planning mode. This grocery is bill is getting out of hand! </div>
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So this week is about working to use up what's in the freezer and fridge before heading back out to the store. </div>
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Monday: Baked Potato Bar</div>
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Tuesday: Soup and Grilled Cheese (using <a href="http://www.kingarthurflour.com/recipes/potato-bread-recipe" target="_blank">this potato bread recipe</a>)</div>
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Wednesday: Fish and rice (Potato crusted filets for Ryan and I and fish sticks for the kids)</div>
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Thursday: Leftovers</div>
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Friday: Chicken Parmesan Meatballs from <a href="http://www.skinnymom.com/2013/09/28/skinny-chicken-parm-meatballs/" target="_blank">SkinnyMom</a></div>
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How can it be that this little man has now completed his first day of Kindergarten? The day started with Henry's observation of all the crying moms leaving the building. <br />
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Henry: "Mom, why are all those other moms crying?" <br />
Me: "This is a hard day for us moms. Leaving our kids at Kindergarten for the first time...its a big deal."<br />
Henry: "Well that's dumb. You guys aren't even the ones going to Kindergarten."<br />
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Annika was thrilled to be the big dog in the building. The bus couldn't come soon enough.</div>
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Annika: "It was awesome...Mrs. Stamper is so funny...I played with Gabbi all day...We get to have random grandparents days...I asked Mrs. Stamper if one was coming soon and she said maybe...Lunch was gross, but its okay because tomorrow its spaghetti which I love and Friday is pizza but Thursday is chicken fajita so I can I bring a lunch?"</div>
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Our experience will be quite different with these two. While I know every detail of Annika's day {down to which pencil she used during journal time}, I'm not even sure Henry was actually in the building for the whole day! I guess I'm going to have to send out some spies to see what he's up to during the day. </div>
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I really had no idea what I was in for when I was holding that miniature person 8 years ago. NONE! She came into this world a fighter...and she hasn't stopped since. <br />
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She is sweet and sassy all at once. Intelligent, inquisitive...beyond her years in wisdom. And in a split second all of 8 years old again. <br />
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I may not remember the details of the last 8 years, but I do know that my Annika is one amazing young lady. And I cannot wait to see all that God has in store for her.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1. What is your favorite color? Green<br /> 2. What is your favorite toy? Lego friends<br /> 3. What is your favorite fruit? Pineapple<br /> 4. What is your favorite tv show? Sam & Cat<br /> 5. What is your favorite thing to eat for lunch? Bologna sandwich<br /> 6. What is your favorite outfit? Shorts and a t-shirt<br /> 7. What is your favorite game? Monopoly<br /> 8. What is your favorite snack? Crackers<br /> 9. What is your favorite animal? Snowball<br /> 10. What is your favorite song? I'm Going To Get You</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">11. What is your favorite book? June B. Jones<br /> 12. Who is your best friend? Jorja<br /> 13. What is your favorite cereal? Craves<br /> 14. What is your favorite thing to do outside? Jump on the trampoline and ride my bike<br /> 15. What is your favorite drink? Water<br /> 16. What is your favorite holiday? Valentines Day<br /> 17. What do you like to take to bed with you at night? A book</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: inherit;"> 19. What do you want for dinner on your birthday? Happy Joes </span><br />
<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: inherit;"> 20. What do you want to be when you grow up? A chef</span><br />
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{Monday, 5 AM} "This is going to be a great week! I had a great weekend, I've got a good attitude...gonna get lots done."</div>
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{Monday, 11 AM} "This is ridiculous!! I cannot sit in this room any longer. How can we talk about the same thing over and over? Are we seriously rehashing this? Its only 11!?!?!?!?! This week can not end soon enough."</div>
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{Thursday} "Thank goodness it is Thursday. I can do this...last day...then I'm home for 3 days with the kiddos. Oh wait...I'm going to need to breathe tonight. Better figure out something to do to keep the kids busy. I can't deal with fussing and whining tonight."</div>
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Brush tops of pizza bites lightly with olive oil and sprinkle tops with italian seasoning and parmesan. Bake for 20-25 minutes until biscuits are lightly browned. Serve with warmed pizza sauce and enjoy!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279878129731776862.post-56359610491601052912013-07-30T19:43:00.000-05:002013-07-30T19:43:06.314-05:00House UpdateWell the work continues...but we are even <br />
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Mom and Dad came up for a weekend and Dad spent the weekend outside with Ryan building our deck.<br />
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And just to be fair {to myself} I helped set the posts! Until I got such a bad sunburn that I was sick the following day. This resulted in Brady coming to help finish setting posts. So thanks to him and my dad for relieving me of outdoor work duty. <br />
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Seriously...I was not created for hard labor.<br />
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The kids even made their own little creations out of the scraps. I was gifted a table and a wall shelf out of the deal.<br />
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Today the front sidewalk was poured.<br />
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And the kids got in on the action as well.<br />
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Easter - this is the "when is it my turn to go look for eggs? and why are bugging me what that camera again?" face.</div>
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Henry's Easter program at church. I can't remember what song this was, but he was making sure we saw each action.</div>
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Our big spring event?? Henry graduated from preschool!!! He was very nervous being up there in front of all the parents, but was so proud to bring back his diploma.<br />
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The first thing he said was, "I graduated!! That means I can go work for Daddy now!" Let's hope he still feels that way when he's told he has to get a job. </div>
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And lastly...soccer. I think Annika found her athletic niche. I'm sure its all my athletic influence. </div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279878129731776862.post-74952500082428250002013-04-22T20:24:00.000-05:002013-04-22T20:24:08.522-05:00S'mores Cupcakes Can I just share something that I completely fell in love with??<br />
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Honestly what's not to love. It's a s'more in cupcake form. Uhhhh...yes please! It made tax day completely do-able. </div>
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A graham cracker crumb base with chocolate pieces melted on top. Rich and moist chocolate cake topped with graham cracker crumbs. And marshmallow frosting. Toasted marshmallow frosting. </div>
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This is the kind of cupcake you make for someone who needs a pick me up. Like those people who do your taxes. They need these.</div>
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Tracy's softball bars. Tracy always made these for weekend softball tournaments. They may have been the only reason I agreed to go with my best friend to all those things. They are one of my all-time favorite bars. Perfect combination of sweet with just a touch of salt from the pretzels. </div>
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Cream butter, brown sugar, flour, salt and soda. Mix in oatmeal. {The mixture should hold together pretty well...not be crumbly. If it is, keep mixing!}</div>
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Monday: meatloaf with potatoes and/or roasted butternut squash<br />
Tuesday: chalupas {based on <a href="http://pinchofyum.com/crockpot-chalupas" target="_blank">this</a> recipe with subs for what's not already in my pantry}<br />
Wednesday: out for supper...someone has a birthday and she's hoping her family will agree to sushi<br />
Thursday: spaghetti<br />
Friday: pizza<br />
Saturday: we re going to try to get out of town, so we'll see where we are when mealtime rolls around<br />
Sunday: roast chicken<br />
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Have a great week!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279878129731776862.post-46335752663404453372013-03-18T05:00:00.000-05:002013-03-18T05:00:06.429-05:00Oatmeal Chocolate Chip CookiesAs is typical for our weekends, the kids were <i>bored</i> and wanted to do some baking. Plus we promised Grandma Elaine we would drop some cookies off for her. <br />
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Knowing I had two extra tubs of oatmeal, that was the focus for the day's baking. And this one called for whole wheat flour, so we thought we'd try it out. Whole wheat flour + oatmeal makes it healthy, right?? <br />
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This are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Exactly how I like my cookies to be. I don't like "milk dunkers"...as Ryan calls crispy cookies. I LOVE the addition of the molasses. It adds a little depth without a super strong taste.</div>
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Test</span></i><br /><span style="background: white;">5. What is your favorite thing to eat for lunch?<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><i><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #45818e;">Brats</span></i><br /><span style="background: white;">6. What is your favorite outfit?<span class="apple-converted-space"> <span style="color: #45818e;"><i>I can't choose one</i></span></span></span><br /><span style="background: white;">7. What is your favorite game?<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><i><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #45818e;">Water
skiing on the Wii</span></i><br /><span style="background: white;">8. What is your favorite snack?<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><i><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #45818e;">Apples
with peanut butter</span></i><br /><span style="background: white;">9. What is your favorite animal?<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><i><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #45818e;">My
dog, Maggie Brynsaas</span></i><br /><span style="background: white;">10. What is your favorite song?<span class="apple-converted-space"> <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Creepin and Springsteen and Lee Brice</span></i></span></span><br /><span style="background: white;">11. What is your favorite book?</span> <i><span style="color: #45818e;">I don’t have a favorite</span></i><br /><span style="background: white;">12. Who is your best friend?<span class="apple-converted-space"> <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Olivia</span></i></span></span><br /><span style="background: white;">13. What is your favorite cereal?<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><i><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #45818e;">Cereal
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<span style="background: white;">16. What is your favorite holiday?<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><br /><span style="background: white;">14. What is your favorite thing to do outside?<span class="apple-converted-space"> <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Play tag</span></i></span></span> <br /><span style="background: white;">15. What is your favorite drink?<span class="apple-converted-space"> <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Milk</span></i></span></span><br /><span style="background: white;">16. What is your favorite holiday?<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><i><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #45818e;">Every
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Annika has been asking for Bubble-Up Enchilada Casserole, so we'll try to throw that in there this week too. There are a ton of recipes for this on the internet, but <a href="http://mybakingheart.com/2011/11/04/bubble-up-enchilada-casserole/" target="_blank">this</a> is the one we generally use.</div>
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We are back in the house!!!! That's the biggest accomplishment we've had since my last post. I don't have any good pictures though. Things are kind of half done all over...so I'll wait til its more put together to show you pictures. <br />
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Yesterday I made a double batch of <a href="http://backtothecuttingboard.com/dessert/no-bake-chewy-granola-bars/" target="_blank">No bake, chewy granola bars</a>. These were different than the recipe I normally use in that they didn't have any peanut butter in them and they used more honey than normal. While the honey is a little overpowering for my likes, the kids really enjoyed them.</div>
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One "Renovation Realities" moment - multiple blisters - the sorest body this girl has felt in years - and two days later....<br />
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When Ryan initially pulled off the paneling in the room, he uncovered two doors that were hidden in the walls. Apparently when they initially sheet rocked the room, they just covered over these doors. </div>
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So we salvaged them and I have a few ideas pinned for how to use them. :) {Ryan has a love/hate relationship with Pinterest}</div>
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Ryan's uncle Karl came over on Saturday to put the stairs into the basement.</div>
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These doors are off of the family room and lead to the bathroom and bedroom. Right off of where Henry is standing is the door to the storage room. </div>
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Here is the storage room looking into the utility room. {Which is on the other side of the stairs}<br />
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And the biggest change came today when they knocked through what was once our office into our living room. The pictures really do nothing to the feeling you get walking in through the garage. <br />
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Its hard to tell from the picture, but the office demo also revealed a bead board ceiling that is in really good shape. Hopefully we will be able to incorporate it into the room and keep it. <br />
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I was already ready to move back in, but now I am truly excited to have this new living space. Its going to feel like a completely different house. And like Ryan said, its finally "our house" and not his parents or grandparents. So exciting!!!!<br />
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You can see there has been a lack of menu planning on the website...and its been missing in our lives as well. I've decided to put it on hold while we are out of our house...Its just something I can't keep up with right now. And by golly...I'm okay with it. {Honestly its driving me kind of bonkers...but...its temporary}<br />
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But that doesn't mean my kitchen hasn't been getting a workout. Or Kristi's kitchen rather...<br />
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<a href="http://www.skinnytaste.com/2009/04/baked-chicken-parmesan.html" target="_blank">Baked Chicken Parmesan:</a> A classic lightened up. Enough said.<br />
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<a href="http://www.katheats.com/spoiled" target="_blank">Overnight Oats:</a> Pumpking style! So delicious. I'll be honest...it looks nasty...there is no other way to explain it. But the flavors are fall in a jar...yum. Katheats as a lot of other overnight oats that I'm dying to try. (I left out the clusters and the sunbutter)<br />
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<a href="http://www.mogwaisoup.com/2009/08/enchilada-lasagna.html" target="_blank">Enchilada Lasagna:</a> This was one the entire family enjoyed. It came together pretty quickly, and the leftovers were just as good. </div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2279878129731776862.post-65386872762519497082012-10-11T20:39:00.001-05:002012-10-11T20:39:24.262-05:00House Update: Week 11We are 11 weeks in to this project, and I finally feel like its real. That probably sounds ridiculous...but there is finally enough progress that I can envision how things will look when they are completed. So...here's what things look like right now.<br />
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Basement floors are in!! On the far wall you can see the window (this is centered in the bedroom).</div>
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And today they got the garage wrapped! The door from the garage to the house is in (just forgot to take pictures). And tomorrow the are hoping to build the basement stairs. Yay!!! </div>
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{Here's a look back at what we started with...its come a long way!}</div>
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