Tuesday, January 17, 2012

2 Feet


After nearly two years of trying, and two devastating losses, we are so happy to share our joyful news! We are praying for a safe arrival in July 2012.

You can read all about this pregnancy, and my pregnancy with David using this link, or click on Pregnancy Journal at the top of the blog.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Wordless Wednesday


This has sat in my office for years. My sister bought it for me when I started this position. I walk by it everyday and never thought much about it. I need to read it everyday as a simple reminder...Don't quit.

Saturday, January 7, 2012

Chickenetti

I'm all about quick and easy, decently healthy foods for dinner. When I lived on my own, I had several recipes that I made in bulk and froze so that I wouldn't have to cook as often. I have all intentions of doing that now, but haven't done it on a regular basis.

Anyway, the other night I went back to one of my recipes and tweaked it for what I had and what Nate and David would like.

Chickenetti

1lb of chicken breasts cooked and cubed (I used the precooked/cubed Tyson chicken)
1 can no sodium cream of chicken
1 can no sodium cream of celery
1 cup water
1 can mushrooms (more or less depending on your taste)
1 box spaghetti
1 medium green pepper, diced
1/2 lb white American cheese, cubed (or sliced - I bought the pre-packaged sliced cheese and used a lb - we love cheese!)
1/4 Parmesan cheese
pepper to taste

1. Cook spaghetti in a lrage pot. Drain and set aside.
2. In the same pot, mix soups, water, mushrooms, pepper, and chicken over low heat.
3. Add spaghetti to pot and add the cheese. Cook until cheese has melted.

1 pot dinner. Yes please!
You can also add 8oz of sour cream. I would have, but didn't have any on hand. If you like salt you can add that as well.
You can also mix everything in a bowl and then put into a 13x9 baking dish with 1 cup bread crumbs on top and bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes.

Sunday, January 1, 2012

Happy New Year!!

Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy New!

I used to make elaborate resolutions every New Year's Eve, only to quit a few days into the new year. Now I don't make specific resolutions. I just try to be the best mom, wife, daughter, sister, and counselor that I can be. I can tell that I'm following through when I see the smiles, get the kisses and hugs, and see the improvements in students.

May 2012 bring each of you joy, happiness, and love.