Ashlyn's 1st tennis match

Ashlyn had her first tennis match this past week! It was fun to watch her. She did a good job. As someone that used to play tennis and tries to still play like I did "back in the day", I had several motherly suggestions for her!! : ) I was proud of her and love to watch her on the court!

Thankful Thursday

Things I am thankful for:

it is almost SPRING BREAK!!!!

our comfy bed I did not want to get out of today...

it's the day before Friday

Reece

my sweet husband who cooked my breakfast so I could blog :)

Ashlyn did well at her tennis match and had fun

so many people in my life that make me laugh

Diet Dr. Pepper

great classes at school

Friday nights out with friends

an upcoming weekend without anything "scheduled" Yay!!

Chicken Enchiladas

Hershey Kisses- even though they aren't on my "plan"- a couple can't be THAT bad!

Brownies with Symphony bars in them topped with ice cream-ok, that is BAD, but soooo WORTH it!!

my precious little niece that had her mom bring her back to me last night and give me a kiss-so sweet

Life is good!!!

New Canvas

Yay!! Our free 8 x 10 canvas came in from Canvas People today...I love it!!! Thank you Lesley for sharing the info!

Weekly Menu

Sunday-Grilled Chicken, mushrooms & onions, and veggies

Monday- Pork Loin, brown rice, veggies

Tuesday-Chicken Parmigiana, salad, garlic bread

Wednesday- Santa Fe Chicken (crockpot) and salad

Thursday-Amazing Race night with Estes-Chicken Enchiladas, spanish rice, beans
About 6 chicken breasts ( I grill them) chopped up in small pieces
2 cups sour cream
2 (4 oz.) chopped green chilis
1 cup chopped green onions
1/2 tsp. salt
4 cups shredded cheese
12 flour tortillas
1 can green enchilada sauce
Combine 1st 5 ingredients & 2 cups cheese. Dip tortillas in enchilada sauce. Spread chicken mixture down center of tortilla , roll, place in 9 x 13 dish. Repeat. Top with cheese. Bake at 350 for 20-30 minutes.



Friday-out to eat

Tara and Chad's Baby Shower

This afternoon we celebrated with Tara and Chad at a baby shower for Chase. Patsy Brewer and some fabulous ladies hosted the shower for them. Chad and Tara received so many great things from everyone! It was so fun to watch them open all the gifts enjoying every thing they received. Some of my favorites were all the items monogrammed with his name or initials: bibs, boxers, shorts, and my favorite, the bib that reads: I Love Ashlyn! (she had to have it made!) This is their first baby so they are loving every moment of it! They are going to make such great parents! We can hardly wait for Chase to get here...only a few more months!

Thankful Thursday

A lot on my plate this week, so I looked for daily things to really be thankful for. Here are some things I came up with:

1. Writing TAKS is OVER and the kids worked hard!
2. My sweet husband who has cooked, cleaned, and has taken care of things around the house
3. Sonic Cherry Limeade
4. Sweet parents who were so excited to see me when I stopped by (makes me feel good)
5. My kids that make me smile
6. Lunch time at school today with friends that made me laugh till I cry
7. Lesley-walks with me even when we don't want to
8. This beautiful weather we have had the past few days
9. My 4th grade team- they are so supportive and brought us delicious treats
10. Time with my girlfriends

New Month, New Goals

March is here!! Yay...so many great things happening in March and I'm hoping spring weather will arrive soon! I'm looking forward to the Writing TAKS being OVER, Spring Break, Ashlyn's tennis matches, Emma's Bayou Bash, and Second Baptist Ladies Retreat! This year I am trying to set goals each month as I reflect on the previous month. So here are my goals for this month:
1. Continue my daily Bible reading and spend more time in prayer
2. Memorize one scripture verse each week
3. Clear out one pile from my bedroom
4. Get in better shape: cardio 4-5 times a week/weights 4 times a week
5. Two date nights this month (I'm going to try to pull off more-even if it is a quiet evening at home)
6. Paint Reece's room and organize it
7. Two family fun nights (kids choose what we do)
So there it is written out...I'll keep you updated on how I do! I love to check things off when completed, so hopefully I will do so at the end of this month!!