Monday, June 27, 2011
Friday, June 24, 2011
Insta-Friday
It's that time again. Upload your cell phone pics that show what you have been up to this week. Then head on over to Life Rearranged to link up.
This week there was only one baby shower. For this one I made Teddy bear cakes. Considering I am a finance person and not a baker, I am pretty happy with it. (which never happens)
Most people use sherbet in punch for showers. If your grandfather is a physicist you use ice cream. There was some technical reason about milk bases and reactions which I won't pretend I understood. I just know my Papa said (in much more scientific terms) if you use ice cream it will look like you want. He was right, and this is my new favorite go to for showers. It is also super yummy.
One of the few of Sydney's happy moments this week. I have new, mad respect for parents with fussy children who do not sleep much. I have been so spoiled for the last 17 months. As much as I hate saying "my baby" and "surgery" in the same sentence, I can't wait for the tubes to make her feel so much better.
Lastly, I am a dork...
A complete dork. Who now clips coupons, and then color codes a spreadsheet to find the lowest possible out of pocket cost for the amount and order of transactions. I am determined not to screw up this couponing thing again.
My best deal so far. I was so excited I took the picture in the car. I couldn't wait to get home. Then I proceeded to send it to my friend on the morning of her birthday. However, I was so excited at getting all of this for $4.64 that I forgot to wish her a happy birthday. I know, I know. Best friend EVER right here.
This week there was only one baby shower. For this one I made Teddy bear cakes. Considering I am a finance person and not a baker, I am pretty happy with it. (which never happens)
Most people use sherbet in punch for showers. If your grandfather is a physicist you use ice cream. There was some technical reason about milk bases and reactions which I won't pretend I understood. I just know my Papa said (in much more scientific terms) if you use ice cream it will look like you want. He was right, and this is my new favorite go to for showers. It is also super yummy.
One of the few of Sydney's happy moments this week. I have new, mad respect for parents with fussy children who do not sleep much. I have been so spoiled for the last 17 months. As much as I hate saying "my baby" and "surgery" in the same sentence, I can't wait for the tubes to make her feel so much better.
Lastly, I am a dork...
A complete dork. Who now clips coupons, and then color codes a spreadsheet to find the lowest possible out of pocket cost for the amount and order of transactions. I am determined not to screw up this couponing thing again.
My best deal so far. I was so excited I took the picture in the car. I couldn't wait to get home. Then I proceeded to send it to my friend on the morning of her birthday. However, I was so excited at getting all of this for $4.64 that I forgot to wish her a happy birthday. I know, I know. Best friend EVER right here.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Thankful
Yesterday we found out this sweet baby had to get tubes in her ears.
Yesterday in the "Jesus Calling" book this was the entry.
"THANK ME for the very things that are troubling you. You are on the brink of rebellion, precariously close to shaking your fist in My face. You are tempted to indulge in just a little complaining about my treatment of you. But once you step over that line, torrents of rage and self-pity can sweep you away. The best protection against this indulgence is thanksgiving. It is impossible to thank Me and curse Me at the same time.
Thanking me for trials will feel awkward and contrived at first. But if you persist, your thankful words, prayed in faith, will eventually make a difference in your heart. Thankfulness awakens you to My presence, which overshadows all your problems."
So today, I am thankful that God provides for my family. I am thankful my sweet baby can go to specialists that can help her. I am thankful that all of our "problems" are nothing compared to others. I am thankful that God is in control. He knows what we need and just when we need it.
Monday, June 20, 2011
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Insta Friday
(Yes I know it is Saturday but it has been a crazy week.)
Monday started off with a surprise baby shower at work. This is the diaper cake.
The edible cake
And the decorations.
This is our new go to for putting in our taco salads...it tastes yummy and only takes 60 seconds in the microwave. Makes this busy momma one happy lady.
I
the krazy coupon lady. $7.99 hair color for $1.99. If you have no idea who the krazy coupon lady is, google now. I won't even mind that you don't finish reading this post.
I saw this onesie online...I am tempted to get one for Sydney. Steve and I got married in Vegas. While she did not "happen" in Vegas I can only imagine how funny the looks would be that I would get.
This week ended with a surprise wedding shower.
Which included another cake...I am so tired from all the showers and baking. So it is a little sad to say I am off to plan and shop for the next surprise baby shower I am throwing this Monday...next weekend is reserved for sleep!
Monday started off with a surprise baby shower at work. This is the diaper cake.
The edible cake
And the decorations.
This is our new go to for putting in our taco salads...it tastes yummy and only takes 60 seconds in the microwave. Makes this busy momma one happy lady.
I
the krazy coupon lady. $7.99 hair color for $1.99. If you have no idea who the krazy coupon lady is, google now. I won't even mind that you don't finish reading this post. 
I saw this onesie online...I am tempted to get one for Sydney. Steve and I got married in Vegas. While she did not "happen" in Vegas I can only imagine how funny the looks would be that I would get.
This week ended with a surprise wedding shower.
Which included another cake...I am so tired from all the showers and baking. So it is a little sad to say I am off to plan and shop for the next surprise baby shower I am throwing this Monday...next weekend is reserved for sleep!
Sunday, June 12, 2011
New Motto
I saw this at 30 Days Handmade and it sure did sum up my weekend! With cardstock I made shower decorations, birthday decorations, and an actual card. This was the first time I have used cardstock for it's original purpose!
Friday, June 10, 2011
Insta-Friday
I never got around to explaining Insta-Friday last week. This is where you upload the pictures you have snapped with your cell phone all week that tell the story of your week. Hopefully this week I will get around to putting the button up, and linking this up with the others.
Vacation truly is exhausting. This was Sydney the day we got back from Missouri. She was out!
I do not know the lady who posted this on Facebook, but I her.
Working on the couponing, and making great progress. I was able to save $9 on three bottles of Nivea body wash.
We are having lots of showers coming up at work. This is one of the diaper cakes.
I got my new makeup this week...no more excuses for not wearing any.
I learned how to make fat free frozen yogurt.
Friday snack time. Get to relax and watch TV.
Vacation truly is exhausting. This was Sydney the day we got back from Missouri. She was out!
I do not know the lady who posted this on Facebook, but I
her. 
Working on the couponing, and making great progress. I was able to save $9 on three bottles of Nivea body wash.
We are having lots of showers coming up at work. This is one of the diaper cakes.
I got my new makeup this week...no more excuses for not wearing any.
I learned how to make fat free frozen yogurt.
Friday snack time. Get to relax and watch TV.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Friday, June 3, 2011
InstaFriday
Every week I tell myself I am going to participate in InstaFriday and every week I don't. I didn't instagram the pictures so they are nothing fancy, but at least I'm finally doing it!
I have started couponing and these were some of my first steals. Sydney was trying to play with them at the same time I was snapping the picture so some items are missing.
The pool at my parents' house...where I fully intend to spend my afternoon.
My grandparents bought Sydney some bubbles to play with at their house, but the big excitement was her first time in grass!
On Tuesday we got to hang out with my nephew...who despite the picture and size similarity is actually six months younger than Sydney.
Steve and I attempted to make the Olive Garden breadsticks last night...they looked ugly but tasted yummy.
Sydney's new hair bow from Aunt Erin. She is super talented and I have no idea how she can make such awesome things!!
I have started couponing and these were some of my first steals. Sydney was trying to play with them at the same time I was snapping the picture so some items are missing.
The pool at my parents' house...where I fully intend to spend my afternoon.
My grandparents bought Sydney some bubbles to play with at their house, but the big excitement was her first time in grass!
On Tuesday we got to hang out with my nephew...who despite the picture and size similarity is actually six months younger than Sydney.
Steve and I attempted to make the Olive Garden breadsticks last night...they looked ugly but tasted yummy.
Sydney's new hair bow from Aunt Erin. She is super talented and I have no idea how she can make such awesome things!!
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