Friday, December 30, 2011

2011 Goals Recap!!

I promise I didn't fall off of the face of the earth. I just slacked and then stopped blogging. But I am here to go over the 2011 goals and promise hope to be blogging come the new year!
  1. Go to 3 Concerts and/or take a couple day trips Done! Saw Sugarland, Zac Brown and NKOTB
  2. Be more fashionable - don't just dress for comfort Done! Got my fashion sense back
  3. Be a helpful, caring friend, wife, sister and family member Done! Really kept my promise here
  4. Donate my time / money to causes I believe in Done! I plan on continuing on with this one
  5. Eat better and make healthier choices Was doing good until I got pregnant, then the healthier choices were not my top priority!
  6. Use Cookbooks on hand to create better meals Done! I made a lot of great meals this year!
  7. Be a better Blogger Fail! I could have done a lot better.
  8. Less Internet when home or with family (including on phone& iPad) Done! Another one that I plan on continuing on with
  9. Look into college options for a BA Fail! I started to look and got side tracked.
  10. Read more - strive for 3 books a month I read 32 books this year. Not 36 but darn close!
  11. Be more organized Done! Wahoo!
  12. Finish 30 while 30 list I am giving myself a pass on this. I did well but did not finish it.
  13. Lucky #13... do a 5K (yikes!) FAIL!
I am working on my 2012 resolutions and goals and hope to have them ready for January 1st.

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 

Monday, October 31, 2011

My Completed Crochet Projects

 These labors of love are finally finished and were given as a Baby Shower gift to my friend Danielle. Danielle is due 12/9/11 with a baby boy to be named Nate. I wanted to make a Granny Square blanket since it is a new technique I learned at Rumpelstiltskin's in the past couple of months.


The hat and diaper cover combo was something Danielle was looking for since she is having a December baby. This little set was not to hard, once I got a hang of the pattern. The trim of the hat is made with a cut up feather boa that managed to get all over my house!


I am really happy with the way both gifts came out. I plan on making a few more. The idea of opening an Etsy shop has been lingering in my head for a while now. I think I may give it a shot.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Hello There, Slacker!

I had a rough September! And by 'rough' I mean fun, busy, enjoyable and blog-less September! I am slacking on my blog and some of my goals. But hey- can't always get everything done at once!
Here is the September Goals Recap:
1. Read 3 books FAIL! I only read 1 and I hated it. Started a second and couldn't even get into it.
2. Make the Baby Registry DONE! Wahoo!
3. Make 3 new recipes I honestly have no clue if I did this or not. I cooked often but I don't know how many were new recipes.
4. Make a baby blanket Done! I love it, pics to come next week
5. Finish scrapbook Done! I will be posting pics next week for this also
6. Sign up for coffee hour Yup! I hosted in September and October already!
7. Dress less frumpy! Get out of the comfty clothes Pass! I purchased some new clothes and have been trying hard. I feel more like me!

Now for the October Goals:
1. Read 2 books
2. Check out some information for nursery schools
3. 2 new recipes

That's it! LOL Maybe I can complete these!

Friday, September 9, 2011

September Goals!

Alrighty! It is time to get back on track, here are my September 2011 Goals:

1. Read 3 books
2. Make the Baby Registry
3. Make 3 new recipes
4. Make a baby blanket
5. Finish scrapbook
6. Sign up for coffee hour
7. Dress less frumpy! Get out of the comfty clothes!

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Confessions of a Bad Blogger.

I admit it, I have not been a great blogger since finding out I am pregnant. I think it is a mixture of Summer fun and pregnancy excitement that has lead me away from reading other blogs and writing on mine.
I don't want to even think about the fact that I have gotten almost no goals or projects done this summer. I did manage to donate a lot of clothes, shoes, books and food when we cleaned out the closets and pantry.
I promise that I am going to do my best to be a better blogger and really get things back on the ball over here!

Now if you please excuse me- I have about 30 blogs and 12 weeks of post reading to do!

Friday, August 19, 2011

SHARK WEEK!

Do you watch "Shark Week" on the Discovery Channel? July 31-August 6, 2011 was Shark Week. I loved it! I have watched in the past in bits in pieces but this year I was glued to my TV or DVR every night.

Andy Samberg of SNL and the big screen was featured as this years lead in and outs of commercials with his own "shark" encounters. The clips are fun and he did a great job. Can I just say there is something about the "Geeks" that are making me smile and laugh lately.

So if you missed seeing close encounters with Sharks from the safety of your couch go to YouTube or Discovery Channel and look for those clips. The one that freaked me out the most was the "Jaws Comes Home" episode featuring the Cape Cod area. Amazingly they have a growing number of sharks hanging out in that area because of the increase of the seal population. Also some of the more grotesque episodes were re-enactments of people who have been bitten or killed by sharks. Makes you think twice about what is lurking out there!

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

August Goals



Baby blocks seem very suitable for this month. It is me taking 'baby steps' back into my monthly goals. Below are my August 2011 goals:

1. Read 3 books!
2. Bring 3-4 lunches to work from home a week
3. 4 Dinners at home a week
4. Clean up the pantry
5. Ebay 2 items!

Nice slow start to getting into the groove again.

Monday, July 25, 2011

I'm Obsessed!

I'm obsessed with a few things lately.

1. Organizing and cleaning up my home. I have this urge to have a garage sale and liquidate a bunch of things.

2. Get back into making monthly goals! I have missed doing this. I need to check out my 2011 Goals list too and see how that is going. (I am nervous!)


3. The TV show Auction Hunters! I love it! You would be surprised by some of the things that they find!


4. Hot foods. It has been 95+ out all weekend and I just wanted hot foods. Soup, Shepard's Pie, Pizza, chili, etc... I am calling it a craving! 

Monday, July 11, 2011

Expecting... big things in the future!

First off let me apologize for my lack of blogging in June and also thus far into July. I have to admit my mind has been elsewhere and I have no real excuse... except for being 9 weeks Pregnant!
Whew... got that out in the open.

I think I want this shirt!
Any how. I promise to be a better blogger. I have missed blogging and need to get up to date on whats going on in my life! I have finally caught up on reading my favorite blogs!

Monday, June 27, 2011

Friend Making Monday!

If you’ve taken part in FMM then you know the rules. If you’re new, please take a moment to answer this week’s question on your own blog then add your link in the comments section here at: All the Weigh so we can all see your FMM questions and answers. Please invite your blog readers to add their links here too so everyone has to opportunity to be seen. The idea is to connect with other awesome bloggers so take a moment to post your own FMM post and comment on a couple of other posts. Now it’s time for this week’s topic!
FMM: What’s in Your Fridge?


List a few common items that can always be found in your fridge.
Iced Tea, beer, butter, 2 or more types of salad dressing and mustard, pickles, and frozen homemade sauce.

What kind of milk do you drink?
2%

Do you prefer fresh or frozen vegetables?
Ahh tough question. I like fresh if I am making them as a 'star side dish', but for every night quick side then I do a frozen.

What do you currently have to drink in the fridge?
Milk, iced tea, water and beer

How often do you clean out your refrigerator?
Bi-weekly. I make sure nothing is getting pushed to the back and ignored.

What’s the healthiest thing in it right now?
Salad ingredients

What’s the most unhealthy thing in it right now?
cookies in the freezer. LOL

What do you wish you had in it that you don’t have now?
Eggs! We were out this morning!

How often do you shop for groceries?
At least once a week. Sometimes twice if I need to go to 2 separate stores

What’s the weirdest thing in your fridge right now?
Royal icing for a batch of cookies!

Friday, June 17, 2011

30 while 30 and My 31st Birthday

3 days ago I turned 31. I spent the evening with my Husband and friends. We had dinner and lots of laughs. It was perfect. Last weekend we spent dinner with my family and my mom made us a delicious home cooked meal. Greg bought me a Watch  that I posted on an earlier blog post this year. It is beautiful. I also got a few Barnes & Noble and Starbucks gift cards! I Love it!

Being that 30 was a really hard year because of moving and sickness, I decided to make the most of 31 and enjoy all I can of it. I made the 30 While 30  list in September so technically I have a few months to finish up what I have left on the list. Below is the original list and what I have been able to accomplish. I am considering a "31" list but like I said I want to have an easy year. I am still going to keep posting monthly goals and my list. I love making goals!

If you have started reading recently Thank You! If you have been reading since 2008 THANK YOU! I love the comments and ideas I get from other bloggers out there. What a fabulous community of support we have here.

1. Knit/Crochet Gloves 
2. Hat 
3. Black & White Cookies 
4. Roast whole Chicken or Turkey 
5. Baby Blanket 
6. Scarf 
7. French Onion Soup 
8. Apple Pie 
9. "Filled Cupcakes" 
10. Homemade bread 
11. Honeymoon Scrapbook 
12. Apron 
13. Jack O'lantern 
14. Christmas gifts (in jar) 
15. Inspiration Board 
16. Sangria
17. Ina's Ginger Cookies
18. Pasta Fagioli 
19. iPod Case
20. Cake balls/pops 
21. Baked Apples
22. Pizza 
23. Kabobs
24. Tie Dye Cake
25. Scrapbook paper Artwork
26. Headband / Clip
27. Chicken Soup 
28. Banana Bread
29. White Chocolate Blueberries 
30. Table runner

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Friend Making Monday!

Shhhhh! I know it is Tuesday! Yesterday was a busy day for me!
If you’ve taken part in FMM then you know the rules. If you’re new, please take a moment to answer this week’s question on your own blog then add your link in the comments section  HERE  so everyone has to opportunity to be seen.  The idea is to connect with other awesome bloggers so take a moment to post your own FMM post and comment on a couple of other posts. Now it’s time for this week’s topic!

FMM: Why Do You Blog?
I started blogging not knowing if I was ever going to make it public. My first post states just that. I did the blog for me as a way to collect my ideas and thoughts. Then I started reading more blogs and getting ideas for what I wanted to put into my blog. 
This blog is a little bit of everything that goes on in my life. It is lovely to have other people reading it and seeing what is important, funny and just the mundane that is my life. 

Thanks for stopping by! 

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

May Goals recap and June Goals

May Goals Recap:

1. Read 3 books 10th Circle, Belly Laughs, Something Blue, Room
2. Gym 8 days NOPE! 
3. Donate some clothes and books Donated a few items.
4. Complete 2 orders of cookies Done! They look great! 
5. Use pantry and freezer items Done! Used a lot of items up and made some great dishes
6. 3 Crochet or Knit items Done! 3 hats and 1.5 blankets
7. Complete 2 items off of my 30 While 30 List (see below) Made 3 
8. 10 or more blog post for May Done! 


1. Knit/Crochet Gloves 
2. Hat 
3. Black & White Cookies 
4. Roast whole Chicken or Turkey 
5. Baby Blanket 
6. Scarf 
7. French Onion Soup 
8. Apple Pie 
9. "Filled Cupcakes" 
10. Homemade bread 
11. Honeymoon Scrapbook 
12. Apron 
13. Jack O'lantern 
14. Christmas gifts (in jar) 
15. Inspiration Board 
16. Sangria
17. Ina's Ginger Cookies
18. Pasta Fagioli 
19. iPod Case
20. Cake balls/pops 
21. Baked Apples
22. Pizza 
23. Kabobs
24. Tie Dye Cake
25. Scrapbook paper Artwork
26. Headband / Clip
27. Chicken Soup 
28. Banana Bread
29. White Chocolate Blueberries 
30. Table runner
 All in all I got a lot of stuff done. I wish I would have made it to the gyn for the full 8 times but I only got in half that. 

JUNE Goals:

1. Take care of medical testing
2. Save a little money, tighten up on spending
3. Read 2 books
4. Relax

Yup that is it. Making it nice and easy on myself. Have a great month everyone! 

Monday, May 30, 2011

Friend Making Monday!

Come join in and add your link HERE so everyone has to opportunity to be seen.  The idea is to connect with other awesome bloggers so take a moment to post your own FMM post and comment on a couple of other posts. Now it's time for this week's topic! 
FMM: ABC's of Me
Here's how it works...you'll choose topics about yourself, your likes, dislikes, etc.  according to each letter in the alphabet, and share a little with us.


A) I use ATMs I do not like to carry much cash on me, but I do not use credit cards usually. I have my ATM/ Debit card and a couple of other credit cards and that's all. I rather find a bank to use the ATM. I will not use random ones in clubs/bars/gas stations etc.
B) Baking is one of my favorite creative activities. I also like crocheting and scrapbooking.
C) I DO NOT like Chinese food from buffets or counter service places. I don't mind it made from home or at a nice sit down restaurant. If it is one of the other 2 I know my stomach is going to hate me.
D) I drive a lot. My hubby usually does not drive. Road trips, daily errands- I love it.
E) I am a Entertainment news junkie. I watch the celebrity news shows in the evening and check out blogs and tweets to see whats going on.
F) My family is pretty big but all I have contact with is my mom's side. I am the oldest of the 7 1st cousins. My Grandma had 7 siblings and there are a lot of kids, grand kids and siblings from that. I love Family parties and BBQ's.
G) Greg is my hubby! He and I have been together since 2002. We are married 2 1/2 years and have a Pug. Greg is a graphic designer. We have a blast together.
H) High school was a lot of fun for me. I had a lot of friends and participated in many activities like, softball, student government, year book, orchestra and musical productions.
I) Lack of iron almost ended my life last year. That is what it all came down to. Being anemic was just the start of it. I will never ignore symptoms in my body again.
J) I drive a Jeep for a year now and I love it! I have had a few different cars since I started driving and this one is hands down my favorite.
K) My name is Kimberly Patricia. The Kimberly part was a favorite name of my Mom. I was almost named Tabathia (after the show Bewitched). Patricia was my Grandmothers sister who passed away before I was born.
L) Some of the 'social media' outlets I love: twitter, facebook, flickr and blogs.
M) Mornings are pretty simple for me. I lay out my clothes and jewelry for work the night before, that way in the morning I do not have to look for anything. I pick up Starbucks and have a yogurt or something small for breakfast.
N) Nights are early for me especially during the work week. I like to be in bed by 10:30pm the latest.
O) I was an only child / grandchild until I was almost 18. It was fantastic. Then my mom had 2 more daughters in the coming years. I love them so much. But I am glad that I was an only child for so long.
P) One of my favorite snacks are Rold Gold mini pretzels! Love them!
Q) Can't name a quarter back. I am barely able to name a few football players! I am not a fan. My dad never watched football, my husband rarely does and I never got into it.
R) To relax give me a book, Starbucks and a comfty chair. Or a car with a full tank of gas on a nice day. Another way nice long HOT shower.
S) My maiden name started with the letter "S". I knew 100% I wanted to be married but was scared to change my last name. I loved the way it sounded and it meant a lot to me. I knew I was going to change it but was reluctant to.
T) There are a ton of places I want to travel to. I want to see America. Every state! I want to travel to England, France, Spain, Italy ... etc.. I want to see it all.
U) I am a member of the United Methodist Church.  
V) Varicose veins... I got them. LOL They run in my family.
W) I write a lot of notes down. I keep list on my phone, in my wallet and in a note book. I write on my calendar and like to write hand written notes to people. I joined a Pen Pal group and now have 9 people to write to.
X) I like to see Xrays! I always want to see the ones of my teeth at the dentist or any I have done on other parts of my body. I find it interesting. (that is all I can think of for X)
Y) I use Yelp! I check into places and write mini reviews sometimes. I love being coming the 'Dutchess" of an establishment. It is a little addicting. Ha!
Z) Z-pacs are the best thing for me when I have a nasty cold. They seem to clear me right up!

Saturday, May 28, 2011

Kim in the Kitchen


I love French Onion Soup. If it is a choice at a restaurant, I am going to try it! I have never made it myself, but made it a part of my 30 while 30 list and planned on giving it a shot this year. After seeing a simple recipe from Smitten Kitchen, I knew I had to try it soon. This was a GREAT soup! 

1.5 lbs of onions
Before the bread and cheese was added

Hot from the oven!


Here is the recipe right from Smitten Kitchen:

Onion Soup [Soupe à l’Oignon]
Adapted from 
Mastering the Art of French Cooking
1 1/2 pounds (680 grams or 24 ounces or about 5 cups) thinly sliced yellow onions
3 tablespoons (42 grams or 1 1/2 ounces) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
1 teaspoon (5 grams) table salt, plus additional to taste
1/4 teaspoon (1 gram) granulated sugar (helps the onions to brown)
3 tablespoons (24 grams or 7/8 ounce) all-purpose flour
2 quarts (8 cups or 1.9 liters) beef or other brown stock*
1/2 cup (118 ml) dry white wine or dry white vermouth
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons (45 ml) cognac or brandy (optional)

To finish [Gratinée] (Optional)
1 tablespoon grated raw onion
1 to 2 cups (to taste) grated Swiss (I often use Gruyere) or a mixture of Swiss and Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
12 to 16 1-inch thick rounds French bread, toasted until hard

Melt the butter and oil together in the bottom of a 4- to 5-quart saucepan or Dutch oven over moderately low heat. Add the onions, toss to coat them in oil and cover the pot. Reduce the heat to real low and let them slowly steep for 15 minutes. They don’t need your attention; you can even go check your email.
After 15 minutes, uncover the pot, raise the heat slightly and stir in the salt and sugar. Cook onions, stirring frequently, for 30 to 40 minutes until they have turned an even, deep golden brown. Don’t skimp on this step, as it will build the complex and intense flavor base that will carry the rest of the soup. Plus, from here on out, it will be a cinch.

After the onions are fully caramelized, sprinkle them with flour and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the wine in full, then stock, a little at a time, stirring between additions. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and simmer partially covered for 30 to 40 more minutes, skimming if needed. Correct seasonings if needed but go easy on the salt as the cheese will add a bit more saltiness and I often accidentally overdo it. Stir in the cognac, if using. I think you should.
Set aside until needed. I find that homemade onion soup is so deeply fragrant and flavor-rich that it can stand alone, but that doesn’t mean we don’t enjoy the graitinéed top once in a while. Here’s how to pull it off:

Preheat oven to 325. Arrange six ovenproof soup bowls or crocks on a large, foil-lined baking sheet. Bring the soup back to a boil and divide among six bowls. To each bowl, add 1/2 teaspoon grated raw onion and a tablespoon of grated cheese. Stir to combine. Dab your croutons with a tiny bit of butter and float a few on top of your soup bowls, attempting to cover it. Mound grated cheese on top of it; how much you use will be up to you. [Julia Child, in another era, felt that 1/2 cup of grated cheese could be divided among 6 bowls. I can assure you that if you'd like your gooey bubbling cheese lid to be anything like what you get at your local French restaurant, you are looking to use more, such as a generous 1/4 cup.]
Bake soups on tray for 20 minutes, then preheat broiler. Finish for a minute or two under the broiler to brown the top lightly. Grab pot holders, and serve immediately.
* Porcini or mushroom stock are a robust vegetarian substitution.

Monday, May 23, 2011

I'm Obsessed~

I am obsessed with a few things lately:
Essie's new Summer 2011 line. I really want to pick up Braziliant (bottom right)

Having my hair colored more. This is Haley Hasselhoff . I think she is very pretty and my hair only has highlights not full blonde. But we will see..
My 31st Birthday next month and what I want to accomplish in the coming year.

Omg.. I have no idea why but I am loving this show. 

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Kim's Cookies!

What have I been up to? Baking of course! I have been reluctant about saying I would like to start a business or to consider taking things further than just making cookies for family or friend events. But the more I learn the more I want to share what I can do. I have decided to start moving into the promoting of my business and think about moving forward in this field. As of today you can find me on Facebook and on Twitter at @KimsCookiesNY.  Please come check out my new Fan page and follow me on Twitter! Below are a couple sets of cookies I have made this month so far.

Mini Cookies for a Baby Shower




80 Communion Favors baged and tagged
All cookies had edible sugar rosettes

13th Birthday Funky Platter

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Jaclyn Rose's 1st Holy Communion

This weekend was my sister Jaclyn's Communion. We had a family party in the backyard at my parents home. I made 5 different quiche, all the favors (which there will be a blog post about later this week), vegetable dip and a salad. Mom made a lot of brunch style food and my husband made muffins, they were a hit! Good job babe! The weather was not the best but we had a tent to combat the dampness. My Uncle provided the music and neighbors chip in to let us use their patio furniture. It was a really nice time and Jackie had a blast hanging with all her cousins for the day.

Monday, May 16, 2011

Friend Makin' Monday!

Friend Makin' Mondays: What Makes You Awesome?

It's Monday, and if you read my blog, you know what that means! It's time for Friend Makin' Mondays.  And this week, I want to talk about what we love about ourselves.  We all have our own set of strengths and weaknesses that make us unique, and I think it's time for us to celebrate those things, and find out what makes you Awesome!! 
Come join in and add your link HERE so everyone has to opportunity to be seen.  The idea is to connect with other awesome bloggers so take a moment to post your own FMM post and comment on a couple of other posts. Now it's time for this week's topic! 

What makes you awesome? List at least five qualities/hobbies/habits make you cool and unique?

1. I am crafty! I love making things and take classes to further what I learn. I scrapbook, crochet and knit. 

2. I am a good cook and great baker!! Cookies, cakes, soups, Crock Pot meals, meats, veggies, etc... I can follow recipes and try things in the kitchen. 

3. I am a very positive person. I try my best to keep my spirits up and be a positive influence on others.  I have read The Secret many times and do my best to live a positive and happy life.

4. I am a giving person. I give my time and energy to people and causes I believe in. I make list of goals and things that I want to accomplish and I try to inspire others with that. 

5. I know how to entertain myself and have a good time. I can do things on my own. I have no problem doing things alone. I think it has something to do with being an only child until I was 18. 

Monday, May 9, 2011

Friend Making Monday!


If you've taken part in FMM then you know the rules. If you're new, please take a moment to answer this week's question on your own blog then add your link in the comments section here at: All the Weigh so we can all see your FMM questions and answers. By linking back on Kenlie's blog, everyone will have an opportunity to be equally heard. Join in! It is fun!

FMM: If you could meet someone famous today, who would it be? And why?

I had to pick 2. I have been in a cooking and baking mode lately and these two people are really inspiring me in the kitchen.
 First is Bakerella she is an amazing and talented baking artist. She makes things that you can make at home. She is known for her Cake Pops and has a "how to" book out. I have tried making cake pops once and have plans to try again this weekend.


Secondly is Michael Symon. Chef Symon is a Food Network star. He host a couple of his own shows on Food Network and Cooking Channel; Food Feuds, Cook like an Iron Chef and is featured as an Iron Chef on Iron Chef America. Symon is a restaurant owner of multiple establishments in Ohio. I had the pleasure of eating at Lolita in September when I visited Cleveland. Symon also has a book out which my husband and I are looking forward to cooking our way through.



Road Trip!

In April Greg and I took a road trip to Tennessee. We planned this trip around a Sugarland concert in Nashville and the premise of seeing my In Laws new home in North Carolina.
Below are a some photos from the trip!

I love seeing "State" signs pop up when driving. After 12 hours of driving seeing that we have finally made it to our destination state I was thrilled! The drive was beautiful and easy. With stops for food and gas it took us almost 15 hours. We hit no traffic and had beautiful weather. Plus you can not beat the gas prices as you go south! We paid 30-40 cents cheaper per gallon down south!

Ahh, BBQ at the Neely's (from Food Network) restaurant in Nashville. This is the meal we shared: pulled pork, brisket, ribs, wings, coleslaw, baked beans, mac n cheese and sweet tea! It was inexpensive and delicious. No sighting of the Neely's ;-)

The next day we drove a few more hours South-East to Memphis. We toured the Graceland area but did not go inside Elvis's home. There was plenty to see around the area of memorabilia, his 2 planes and lots of gift shops. We signed our names to the Graceland fence near the horses (don't worry there are millions of names on it already). We past Sun Record shop, then made our way to Beale Street.


 Beale Street was fun for a Friday Afternoon. There was a lot of people around sight seeing  drinking and eating. Including Greg and I. We ate a place called Pig On Beale. More BBQ and some big beers. We walked up and down Beale and over to a fair at the end of the block. There is no car traffic permitted on Beale Street, you are able to walk freely up and down it. There is one intersection to cross over. But there are plenty of police to make sure every one is safe.

Finally on Saturday after a day of sight seeing, eating, drinking and shopping in Downtown Nashville we went to the concert. There were 2 opening acts. This is Little Big Town. We love them. Such a fun and talented band. This is our second time seeing Sugarland with Little Big Town.
 Ahhhh, Sugarland- My feel good music. Any time I listen to Sugarland I just feel good. I left this concert feeling like a million bucks! Such great music and wonderful performers. LOVE them!

Sunday we drove from Tennessee to North Carolina to visit with my In laws. We did some sight seeing, shopping and eating there. We left loving the area and just planned another trip for July to visit with them again. Wahoo! Another road trip for a concert and sight seeing. Next up is Zac Brown Band in Charlotte!

Monday, May 2, 2011

May Goals

1. Read 3 books
2. Gym 8 days
3. Donate some clothes and books
4. Complete 2 orders of cookies
5. Use pantry and freezer items
6. 3 Crochet or Knit items
7. Complete 2 items off of my 30 While 30 List (see below)
8. 10 or more blog post for May


1. Knit/Crochet Gloves 
2. Hat 
3. Black & White Cookies 
4. Roast whole Chicken or Turkey 
5. Baby Blanket 
6. Scarf 
7. French Onion Soup 
8. Apple Pie 
9. "Filled Cupcakes" 
10. Homemade bread 
11. Honeymoon Scrapbook 
12. Apron 
13. Jack O'lantern 
14. Christmas gifts (in jar) 
15. Inspiration Board 
16. Sangria
17. Ina's Ginger Cookies
18. Pasta Fagioli 
19. iPod Case
20. Cake balls/pops 
21. Baked Apples
22. Pizza 
23. Kabobs
24. Tie Dye Cake
25. Scrapbook paper Artwork
26. Headband / Clip
27. Chicken Soup 
28. Banana Bread
29. White Chocolate Blueberries 
30. Table runner