We've got crabs!

Not really! ha We had so much fun today! We didnt get to go to the petting zoo because we spent the morning finishing up a ball tournament that got rained out this past week, so we got a late start. We did visit the Louisiana Boardwalk and ate lunch at Joe's Crab Shack! It was great!

Spring=Baseball!

Sister, proudly supporting her Baseball sister shirt!

So proud of Kullen. Not only is he handsome (to me, of course!) but he just shines! His personality is awesome! He is always joking, laughing and just living to the fullest! I hope he stays this way forever!

Slowcooking Friday!

I have had alot of you ask about some slowcooker recipes. I am going to show you a few of my favorites.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Slowcooker edition

2  turkey bacon strips, cooked and crumbles
1 tsp minced garlic
1 package ranch dressing mix (use half for less "punch")
1 10.75 oz can condensed cream of chicken soup (98% fat free)
1 cup fat-free sour cream
16 oz. chicken breasts, frozen or defrosted/raw
8 oz. rigatoni, cooked

Combine the first five ingredients. Place frozen or defrosted/raw chicken in slowcooker sprayed with nonstick cooking spray and pour sauce over the top (do NOT include water like the can mentions). Cook on high for 3.5 hours. Shred chicken with two forks. Cook pasta per package instructions on stove. Serve chicken over pasta.

This isnt really a freezer meal, but one of my low fat fav's so I thought I would share!

Next up,

Freezer meals!

Beef Pepperoncini Sandwiches (my version on a French Dip)■2 lb Chuck Roast
■16 oz Jar Peperoncinis
■1 Good Seasons Italain Seasoning Packet

Add all three ingredients into a Gallon Size Freezer Bag and put in freezer.  When you are ready to cook this, put all ingredients into crockpot and let cook for 8 hours on low.  Once the meat is cooked, shred it and serve on rolls or hogies with swiss or provolone cheese. YUM!

Brown Sugar Chicken ■Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, I did 4
■1 cup Brown Sugar
■1/4 cup Sprite (I will add this once I add everything to the crockpot)
■2/3 cup Vinegar
■3 cloves smashed and chopped garlic
■2 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
■1 Teaspoon Black Pepper

Add all ingredients to Gallon Size Freezer Bag, except for the Sprite.  When you are ready to cook this, put all ingredients into a crockpot, add the sprite and let cook for 3-4 hours on high.

Honey Garlic Chicken ■Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breats, I used 4
 ■3 Garlic Cloves, smashed and chopped
 ■1 Teaspoon Dried Basil (I used Fresh)
 ■1/2 cup  Soy Sauce
 ■1/2 cup Ketchup
 ■1/3 cup Honey

Add all ingredients to Gallon Size Freezer Bag.  When you are ready to cook this, put all ingredients into a crockpot and let cook for 3-4 hours on high.

BBQ Chicken
■Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breats, I used 4
■Chopped Green Pepper
■Chopped White Onion
■BBQ Sauce, I used Sweet Baby Rays (but use whatever you have in your stockpile)

Combine all ingredients in a Gallon Size Freezer Bag. When you are ready to cook this, put all ingredients into a crockpot and cook for 3-4 hours on high.

Veggies in a Bag
■Chopped Onion
■Chopped Banana Squash
■Chopped Red Potatoes
■Chopped Green Pepper
■Garlic
■Fresh Basil

*Please note that I did not create these meals. These were all inspired from different blogs and Pinterest over time. I will start making sure I keep track of where I get recipes so I can credit the creator!


I did make this one up...it is not that healthy but it is cheap, quick and easy. (Not much to it)
My family loves it.

Mandi's hodge podge
2 packages link Sausage (we use the Great Value brand from Walmart)( skiced or 3inch pieces)
1/2 Onion cubed
1 bell pepper sliced
1/2 zucchini cubed
1/2 sqaush cubed

Put all above in freezer bag and freeze. On the day you cook it, put in crock pot and add 1 cup of water. Cook 6 to 8 hours on low. When you get ready to serve, drain water, add Worcestershire sauce to taste. We usually season with Webber's Garlic and herb as well.


Happy Friday Ya'll!

It's my FRIDAY!

Hey! So, its my Friday! We have lots planned for our weekend! Adam and I will be celebrating our 1st Anniversary! We plan to celebrate with lots of family time! We will be going to Shreveport to the Louisiana Boardwalk.

for more info go here...http://louisianaboardwalk.com/

We are also going to take the kids to Gator's & Friends, nearby.

                                 check out this wild adventure here...http://gatorsandfriends.com/

Im hoping for beautiful weather! We have gotten so much rain in the past couple of days! We sure needed it though. After the Summer we had last year, nobody should complain!

Hope everyone has a great weekend!

{GO CARDS!} #10 Momma loves you!

Headed to Kullen's first Baseball tournament of the 2012 (9&10) year!

Its here, she is officially 4!

Four years ago today, I was blessed with a 6lb 7oz tiny baby girl.

Happy Birthday REAGAN! Let your little light shine always! Your momma loves you!

I have this little angel. For me she left her wings.

She has no idea how much happiness she truly brings.

She brightens up my days with her smiles and her laughs.

She helps me to remember all the blessings that I have.

Her face, it is so perfect, she's sweet and soft and pure.

... Sometimes she can be willful and sometimes she is demure.
She tries her very hardest to please and do what's right.
She gives the greatest hugs from morning until night.

Every person that has known her sees this light within her soul
I know that in this whole great world, she has a special role.
She's helpful and considerate to everyone she knows
This light in her shines brighter as my angel grows.

When she sees someone is sad, it opens up her heart.
She wants to do all that she can; she wants to do her part.
She'll squeeze away the sorrow and make me forget about my pain.
She shows me where the sun is when we're hiding from the rain.

I know that God must love me, He showed me with His Grace
I knew just how completely when I saw my angel's face.
And in that very moment when she came into my world,
I knew that she was so much more than just my baby girl.

She would be my sunshine, with a sweetness that won't end.
And when she grows up one day she would be my closest friend.
She would be the reason I would always try my best.
For my little angel baby girl would be my greatest test.

When God entrusts to you an angel, who has left her wings for you.
Encircle her with love with everything you do.
Let her know God made her, and that He trusts you with her care.
Be sure to make time for special moments with her to share.

And when at night she finally says her prayers and goes to sleep
I Thank Him for my angel, and ask for him to always keep
A watchful eye and hand to protect her from this world.
Protect my little angel; protect my baby girl.

Reagan's 4th Birthday Party-Cinderella Theme

We had Reagan's Cinderella themed birthday party this past Sunday. Who would have thought after months of planning that I would pick the one day that it comes a flood! Seriously, it rained alot! We had a few guest cancel but overall I deemed the party a success. A real life "Cinderella" came and surprised Reagan. The look on her face was priceless. She didnt know what to think! She warmed up to her and really enjoyed her party. Thanks Britt! You made a perfect princess. Reagan got alot of nice gifts. A big thank you to everyone who took part in this special time. Its not every day a girl turns 4, right? Here are a few pictures:

Cinderella reading to the kids!

 This was a Pinterest project :) Thought it was a nice touch.

Aww :)

Cinderella helped Princess Reagan open gifts!

This is the table. I think it turned out perfectly!

Inspired.

Ok so, I am not very good at this blogging business..Ill be honest..I have been blogging since 2007 and my blog still is plain jane and not very interesting. For starters, I hardly ever post. I'm going to have to kick myself in the hiney and get in the groove. I have been also inspired to find my own style...blog style... :) I've been reading a few blogs lately and they are fantastic. So ladies, you have inspired me. Go ahead, pat yourselves on the back! I'm going to kick this blog into high gear! You may get tired of seeing a gagillion post about my kids, but eh, I mean thats ok right. Better to blog, than not at all, right?

Q&A time!

Speak my mind!! And let me tell you bloglovies, it feels great!

Ive been thinking about the future lately...my future, my kids, my friends, the world...you get it, right?

Honestly, a V8...shallow right..on the serious end, a tummy tuck.

Puney..I have been so sick lately! Go away germs. Its just that time of the year!

Bold, loyal, caring

Listen to music...it is my therapy...different tunes for different moods!

When people try to keep up with the Jones...it doesnt take alot to be happy folks!

My strength!!!! I have came through some really rough times...

When I feel like it!!!!!!!!!!

Whoa-- id say;
Please make sure my children are taken care of and I love them, and tell my husband I love him dearly and TO love again, and tell family and friends I love them...AND Im coming home MOMMA!!!