Woof Wednesday

Ralph is my very best friend in the whole world. She is getting old, and I am trying very hard not to take her love for granted. I have spent a very lucky 12+ years with this girl!

Meal Plan Monday #38

We are trying to do a better job of eating vegetables. The easiest solution we have found is to start dinner with a salad. We have really been enjoying spinach salads lately. We use baby spinach, a can of mandarin oranges that has been drained, a handful of dried cranberries, and a handful of nuts (pecans or almonds). Then we dress it with Brianna's Poppy Seed dressing. This salad is really versatile, and can be made into a seasonal salad by replacing the canned/dried fruits with ones that are in season. We've enjoyed the salad with peaches or nectarines, strawberries, or pears. I still like the dried cranberries in the pear version. Raisins or dried cherries can be used, too.

Sunday: Broiled Salmon with Rice and Caesar Salad

Monday: Oven Sandwiches with Sliced Avocado and Chips

Tuesday: Chicken Green Curry with Rice

Wednesday: Seared Tuna Steaks with Rice and Spinach Salad

Thursday: Fried Rice and Salad

Friday: Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Snap Shot Saturday

When summer comes, I plan to paint this room, but it's ready for guests anytime.

Woof Wednesday

Ralph jumped in the laundry basket with the sheets. She's never done that before.

Meal Plan Monday #37

Three day weekend! Who doesn't love a three day weekend? We had fun with friends for my birthday, and we get an extra day to do fun stuff together!

Sunday: Oven Sandwiches with Chips

Monday: Ba-chan's Sausage Casserole with Spinach Salad

Tuesday: Sausage, Onions, Peppers, and Potatoes

Wednesday: Grilled Chicken with Creamy Pasta with Broccoli (based on this recipe) and Caesar Salad

Thursday: Fish Tacos with Cabbage and Avocado and Refried Beans

Friday: Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Lib's Birthday Bash!

Darren got me the CrockPot Triple Dipper for my birthday, and I am so excited to be able to use it to celebrate with our friends! Here's a rundown of the food:

Dips:
Spicy Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Cheesy Bean Dip
Buffalo Chicken Dip

Dippers:
Carrots & Celery
Tortilla Chips
Assorted Crackers
Toast Points

Drinks:
Whiskey Sours
Wine
Soda

Dessert:
Caramel Cake

Snap Shot Saturday

Welcome to my tropical paradise, I mean, my guest bathroom.

Woof Wednesday

Snoozing on the sofa with her tongue barely peeking out. So sweet!

Meal Plan Monday #36

Sunday: Ham and Chipotle Cheddar Quiche

Monday: Ham Steak with Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, and Cornbread

Tuesday: Take-out Pizza and Spinach Salad with Cranberries and Mandarin Oranges (Lib's Birthday!)

Wednesday: Baked Beans and Hamburger with Sweet Potato Fries and Cornbread

Thursday: Seared Steak with Salad and Loaded Mashed Potatoes (Valentine's Day!)

Friday: Date Night! Lib's Pick!

Saturday: Lib's Birthday Party!

Snap Shot Saturday

Woof Wednesday

Meal Plan Monday #35

We don't have any special plans this week - dinners as usual!

Sunday: TJ's Tarte with Caesar Salad

Monday: Fish Tacos with Guacamole

Tuesday: Thai Green Curry with Rice Stick

Wednesday: Beef Stew and Pretzel Rolls

Thursday: Ham Steak with Lima Beans, Biscuits, and Sweet Potatoes

Friday: Date Night! Darren's Pick!

Snap Shot Saturday