tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76347247035844002072024-02-19T10:09:31.964-07:00Journey of HealthBarbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.comBlogger162125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-37395604782486857282012-06-24T23:08:00.000-07:002012-06-24T23:08:24.139-07:00Menu Planning MondayIt has been so long since I have posted a menu. I miss it. Last week, Katie and I planned and cooked four meals and it was so much fun. I love that in summer the kids have more time to help. I will be posting some of our successes on my food blog. This week we have an exciting guest coming to our home for dinner. Orson's mission President from when he served in Ireland has been working in Phoenix and we finally were able to catch him on a free night. We are beyond excited. So, this week we are back to the menu plan. <br />
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Monday: Crispy pork chops (will post recipe if we love it)<br />
Tuesday: <a href="http://www.ourbestbites.com/2010/05/cilantro-lime-vinaigrette-grilled-fish-tacos/">Fish tacos</a><br />
Wednesday: <a href="http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2010/05/grilled-island-chicken-2.html">Grilled island chicken</a><br />
Thursday: pork roast with <a href="http://www.lynnskitchenadventures.com/2012/04/strawberry-brownie-trifle.html">strawberry brownie trifle</a> for dessert<br />
Friday: bbq ribs<br />
Saturday: date night<br />
Sunday: breakfast for dinner<br />
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I am posting on <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/category/menu-plan-monday">organizing junkie</a> where you can find hundreds of menu ideas.Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-31547808940775082602012-02-05T21:36:00.003-07:002012-02-05T21:48:08.019-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />We made it through the birthday week, but I have not been feeling well. Now I have come down with the congestion and cough that my girls had. It sure makes for not wanting to spend time in the kitchen. That means I didn't make very many of my scheduled meals. So, luckily I had made a big crock pot of chicken that took us through a couple of days. Someone was nice enough to leave my some chicken tortilla soup on Saturday. I'm hoping to feel better really soon. <br /><br />Monday: chicken tacos<br />Tuesday: <a href="http://nextgenerationcooks.blogspot.com/search/label/squash">spaghetti squash</a> and meatballs<br />Wednesday: grilled mahi mahi<br />Thursday: leftovers<br />Friday: turkey burgers<br />Saturday: date night<br />Sunday:<a href="http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2011/10/mediterranean-pork-with-couscous-slow-cooker.html">pork roast</a><br /><br /></div>Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.<p></p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-69613755486588110432012-01-30T06:55:00.003-07:002012-01-30T07:11:34.515-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />This week has felt really long. We are having a big birthday in our home this week. Rachael is turning sweet 16. It is hard to believe we will have our third driver. I have to say with 6:45 a.m. school, I am looking forward to it. We started celebrating last night and it will continue through tomorrow. We like to stretch things out around here. We are having quite the warm winter, so we haven't had the chance to enjoy many soups. We are supposed to hit 80 this week. So, we've already been hitting the grill.<br /><br />Monday:Outback Steakhouse (Rachael's birthday dinner)<br />Tuesday:<a href="http://www.lynnskitchenadventures.com/2008/05/fajita-seasoning.html">chicken fajitas</a><br />Wednesday:basil pesto tilapia (Costco)<br />Thursday: <a href="http://thesistersdish.blogspot.com/2011/09/chicken-teriyaki-rice-bowls.html">chicken teriaki rice bowls</a><br />Friday: leftovers<br />Saturday:date night<br />Sunday:<a href="http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2011/10/mediterranean-pork-with-couscous-slow-cooker.html">pork roast</a><br /><br /></div>Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.<p></p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-39747916928780830372012-01-22T20:54:00.003-07:002012-01-22T21:16:40.932-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />We had the most delicious pork roast tonight. After putting the roast in the crock pot I added Worcestershire and chicken broth. I put a simple seasoning of Celtic sea salt and Mrs. Dash as well as some minced garlic. Then, I sprinkled a little brown sugar over the top of the roast. I cooked it for 8 hours. Can I just say that the gravy was the most delicious I have ever had? Oh yeah! I make a simple rue with butter and flour, then add the drippings. I could almost drink it. Not really. However, I am looking forward to having some leftovers. <div><div><br /></div><div>Monday: Grilled chicken (leftover from Saturday)</div><div>Tuesday: pork roast (leftover from Sunday)</div><div>Wednesday: mahi mahi</div><div>Thursday: pesto shrimp</div><div>Friday: take out before regional auditions for Rachael</div><div>Saturday: date night </div><div>Sunday:<a href="http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2010/03/cpks-bbq-chicken-pizza/"> homemade pizzas</a> before Rachael's family birthday party</div></div><br /><br /></div>Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.<p></p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-38139476852991201732012-01-15T23:15:00.003-07:002012-01-16T00:11:49.481-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />I love three day weekends. However, this just reminds us that tax season is beginning. That means several months of not having Orson home for dinner. This lifestyle is what led me to not cook very often when my kids were little. Now that they are older, and I treasure dinner time, it is crucial for me to continue to cook, even though Orson eats at work.</p><div><br /></div><div>Monday:<a href="http://nextgenerationcooks.blogspot.com/2012/01/zucchini-bake.html"> zucchini bake</a></div><div>Tuesday: <a href="http://nextgenerationcooks.blogspot.com/2010/06/spaghetti-squash.html">spaghetti squash</a> with italian chicken</div><div>Wednesday: leftovers</div><div>Thursday: fajitas</div><div><span style="text-align: center; ">Friday: grilled mahi mahi</span></div><div>Saturday: date night</div><div>Sunday: BBQ steak and chicken</div><div><br /></div>Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.<p></p></div>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-35169691416282867802012-01-08T21:56:00.003-07:002012-01-08T22:16:18.650-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />It was so great to be back in the menu mode. It sure made the week run more smooth. I was able to exercise 5 days this week. I started running again. I am hoping I can run a full mile by the end of the month. As we get away from the holidays, the junk is dwindling. I also made breakfast all week for the family. I know that sounds crazy, but I have just never been one to do that. I feel great being able to do that. It was different to be home all week. Of course, I was still super busy. <div>This week we will be cleaning out the freezer. This will help with the budget. </div><div><br /></div><div>Monday: pollo asado</div><div>Tuesday: basil pesto tilapia</div><div>Wednesday: chicken florentine</div><div>Thursday: fish tacos</div><div>Friday: ground turkey with bell peppers</div><div>Saturday: date night<br />Sunday: pork chops</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.<p></p></div>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-57791204798342954812012-01-01T21:11:00.003-07:002012-01-02T10:31:45.091-07:00Renewal<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Well, it has been a hectic few months for me. I have not been taking care of myself the way I would like. My meal planning has gone by the wayside and I have missed it so much. My journey of health has been completely neglected. I am ready for a new start. My job came to an end last week and I am planning on taking the month off to get things organized and get back on track. The first thing I need to do is get some healthy meals planned and then get back to exercising. I have a big goal for this year, but for now I just need to start running again. </p><div><br /></div><div>Here is the plan for this week:</div><div><br /></div><div>Monday: grilled mahi mahi</div><div>Tuesday: fish tacos (with leftover mahi)</div><div>Wednesday: spaghetti squash with chicken meatballs</div><div>Thursday: grilled chicken</div><div>Friday: turkey burgers</div><div>Saturday: date night</div><div>Sunday: pork roast</div><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.<p></p></div>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-67539881941091576322011-10-16T22:45:00.003-07:002011-10-17T09:58:22.315-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />October break is over and it's time to start the second quarter of school and head into the holiday season. We spent some time in Utah enjoying real fall weather. We came home to 100 degrees. I know winter will be great, but a smattering of fall would make me so happy. As the days get more and more crowded with activities, it will be necessary to utilize the crock pot more and make food that will make more than one meal.<br /><br />Monday: shrimp tacos<br />Tuesday: spaghetti and meatballs<br />Wednesday: roasted chicken<br />Thursday: turkey chili<br />Friday: <a href="http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/salmon-cake-sandwiches/">salmon burgers</a><br />Saturday: date night<br />Sunday: turkey breast with mashed potatoes<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p></div>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-16435615436536672582011-10-01T22:33:00.002-07:002011-10-02T20:01:09.541-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />It's not often that I miss posting my menu, but the last month or so I have not been too consistent. So, when I got a call from my sister last Monday it was a wake up call. She was worried because I had not posted my menu. So, I didn't want to disappoint. Of course I am headed to her house this weekend for October break and I cannot wait.<br /><br />Monday: ground turkey tacos<br />Tuesday: leftover pork roast and potatoes<br />Wednesday: <a href="http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/crock-pot-recipe-salsa-chicken/">Crock pot salsa chicken</a><br />Thursday: pecan crusted tilapia (frozen from Costco)<br />Friday: on the road to Utah<br />Saturday: Utah<br />Sunday: dinner with the Millers<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p></div>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-20126525905482262172011-09-18T23:13:00.003-07:002011-09-18T23:25:51.614-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br />So, for the last two weeks I have not done my menu plan. Therefore, we have eaten out a lot and eaten a lot of the same things over and over. It's time to get back to it.<br /><br />Monday:mahi mahi<br />Tuesday: chicken tacos<br />Wednesday: spinach ravioli<br />Thursday: leftovers<br />Friday: date night<br />Saturday:salad buffet at Relief Society broadcast<br />Sunday: breakfast for dinner<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p></div>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-31331596691813315772011-08-28T22:30:00.003-07:002011-08-28T22:48:49.961-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a>
<br />My back was starting to feel a lot better until Friday. By the end of the day I was in a lot of pain again. So, still not back to exercising. Having the simple menu really helped last week. I am going to hopefully try a few new recipes this week.
<br />The heat has been so unbearable. We are going to check into a local resort on Friday and spend the weekend since it has a water park.
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<br />Monday: fetuccini alfredo with chicken (lower fat version)
<br />Tuesday: Boston blue chicken and apple salad
<br />Wednesday: chicken pesto pasta
<br />Thursday: leftovers
<br />Friday: dinner at the resort
<br />Saturday: date night
<br />Sunday: BBQ
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<br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p></div>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-72517554917453415212011-08-21T22:04:00.003-07:002011-08-22T07:15:24.913-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a>
<br />Well, the week went fairly well. I started exercising on Monday, and by Wednesday, my back was hurting something fierce, so I was down for the next 3 days. I'm not sure when I will get back to running, but I hope it's soon. I got an app on my ipod that takes you from the couch to a 5k in 8 weeks, running just 3 times a week. Now, I have run several 5k's before, but it's been a while and I've put some weight back on, and I am pretty slow.
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<br />I was so excited that my family liked the <a href="http://www.chefbrad.com/grain/free-recipes_view.php?recipeid=162&rcatid=23">white quinoa meat loaf</a>. It was a gamble, but it paid off. It's actually the only recipe I stuck to. But, that's okay, we sometimes have weeks like that. However, we always manage to find food somehow.
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<br />I've really been looking around for healthier meals. I got a few cooking light magazines and a new book by Rocco Dispirito where he takes really fattening meals and makes them much more healthy. I am going to try a few this week.
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<br />Monday: cheese ravioli with pesto and pine nuts
<br />Tuesday: chicken fajitas
<br />Wednesday: lemon pepper shrimp
<br />Thursday: leftovers
<br />Friday: turkey burgers
<br />Saturday:date night
<br />Sunday:BBQ
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<br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p></div>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-44012347460526126192011-08-14T16:08:00.000-07:002011-08-14T22:22:41.050-07:00Menu Planning Monday<div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a>
<br />It was great to get back to my menu plan. I really enjoyed cooking and eating all the dinners I had planned. The kids even liked all of them. Amazing. School started on Wednesday and now we are back in full swing. The routines are a little rusty, but they should come back soon. I have really gone away from my healthy eating and I am not feeling so good. I much prefer to put good food in my body (not too much of it!). It makes me feel better inside and out. I am wanting to get back in shape to prepare for my annual Thanksgiving 5k. Then, I have set a goal for myself to run a half marathon next year. So, I am going to start posting my exercise routines again on this blog along with how my eating went during the day. This will help me be accountable to myself. If you are out there reading, I'd love some encouragement. </p><p>
<br />Monday: <a href="http://www.foodonthetable.com/recipes/211062-baked-shrimp-scampi">baked shrimp scampi
<br /></a>Tuesday: <a href="http://www.chefbrad.com/grain/free-recipes_view.php?recipeid=162&rcatid=23">white quinoa meat loaf
<br /></a>Wednesday:<a href="http://www.foodonthetable.com/recipes/197131-basil-chicken-and-vegetables"> basil chicken and vegetables</a>
<br />Thursday: <a href="http://onceamonthmom.com/whole-foods-bbq-chicken-pizza/">bbq chicken pizza
<br /></a>Friday: leftovers
<br />Saturday: date night
<br />Sunday: <a href="http://onceamonthmom.com/grilled-cilantro-lime-chicken/">grilled cilantro lime chicken</a>
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<br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p></div>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-34442442278630328532011-08-07T22:06:00.003-07:002011-08-07T22:27:13.044-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a>
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<br />These past few weeks have been so hectic. We finally got my son off to the MTC. He will spend 8 weeks there before heading to Mexico City for the next 2 years. Also, school starts on Wednesday, so we are preparing to get back to our routines.
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<br />Monday:leftover pork roast and mashed potatoes
<br />Tuesday: <a href="http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2011/07/skillet-summer-vegetable-lasagna.html">skillet vegetable lasagna </a>(back to school dinner)
<br />Wednesday:<a href="http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2011/08/one-pot-southwest-chicken-and-rice.html">One pot southwest chicken and rice
<br /></a>Thursday: homamade pizza
<br />Friday: <a href="http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2011/07/slawed-turkey-burgers.html">turkey burgers with romaine slaw
<br /></a>Saturday: date night
<br />Sunday: bbq chicken
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<br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-57240074506008083692011-07-18T01:27:00.000-07:002011-07-18T01:27:00.241-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br />This week my family is coming to town. My sister and her 5 kids as well as my parents and Grandma. Prior to their arrival, we are eating out of the freezer. Once they get here, I will plan, but plans may change.<br /><br />Monday: spinach lasagna (from freezer)<br />Tuesday: ham and broccoli<br />Wednesday: turkey and potatoes<br />Thursday: chicken tacos<br />Friday: pizza<br />Saturday: dinner out<br />Sunday: bbq<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-39084374683184373752011-07-11T01:15:00.001-07:002011-07-11T01:15:00.259-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; width: 300px; height: 150px; text-align: center; display: block;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br />The summer is just flying by. The kids go back to school in one month. It's too fast. It's been good to have really simple meals, even though we are often repeating. The heat is such a sapper of energy that it is hard to spend too much time in the kitchen. There are only 3 weeks left until my son leaves for the next 2 years. So, the days are getting busy as we have so much left to do. <br /><br />Monday:steak fajitas<br />Tuesday: grilled shrimp (moved from last week)<br />Wednesday: <a href="http://picky-palate.com/">BBQ chicken salad w/cilantro ranch dressing</a><br />Thursday:leftovers<br />Friday: <a href="http://www.thesisterscafe.com/2008/06/salmon-cakes-with-lemon-aioli">salmon cakes w/lemon aioli</a><br />Saturday: date night<br />Sunday: Dinner at Chef Brad's<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-62795607849792307862011-07-04T01:02:00.001-07:002011-07-04T01:02:00.352-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br />Happy Independence Day! We are still on our trip. We don't miss being around 120 degree heat, but we will have to go back. We had great fun at the beach and plan on going back today. It seems weird to plan for the week while I am on vacation, but I know it needs to be done so life can run smoothly when we get home. <br /><br />Monday:dinner at the beach<br />Tuesday:takeout on our way home<br />Wednesday: chicken tacos<br />Thursday: spinach ravioli<br />Friday: burgers and hot dogs<br />Saturday: date night<br />Sunday: grilled shrimp<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-83829758137571172322011-06-27T01:04:00.000-07:002011-06-27T01:04:00.129-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br />The girls are home from EFY. It sure was different having them gone. This week we get to leave the scorching 113 degree heat and head to the beach in Southern California. It will be the longest 4 days of my life. But, it should make for an easy menu.<br /><br />Monday: chicken fajitas<br />Tuesday:spaghetti and meatballs<br />Wednesday:ground turkey and bell peppers<br />Thursday:leftovers<br />Friday:California<br />Saturday:beach<br />Sunday:California<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-37112334230679652802011-06-20T01:21:00.000-07:002011-06-20T01:21:00.584-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br />After spending a weekend in San Francisco, this week felt even hotter to me here. Oh well, in a couple of weeks we will try to head to Southern California to the beach. I changed my menu yesterday because I had not asked my hubby what he wanted for dinner. We had roast and roasted potatoes. This week we will be celebrating our 22nd wedding anniversary. I can't believe I am old enough to be married that long. It's been an amazing adventure. I am truly blessed.<br /><br />Monday: Leftover roast from Father's Day<br />Tuesday: grilled mahi mahi<br />Wednesday: spinach ravioli (from Costco)<br />Thursday: Anniversary dinner out<br />Friday: chicken burgers<br />Saturday: take kids out<br />Sunday: crockpot chicken<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-59241039164444018552011-06-13T01:02:00.001-07:002011-06-13T01:02:00.184-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Hubby and I returned late last night from an early anniversary trip to San Francisco. It was perfect because we went to San Francisco on our honeymoon, and then ended up living there for six years after graduating from college. We had not be back for 12 years, so it was high time. In 10 days we will celebrate 22 years of marriage, but we could only get away last week. Grandma came into town yesterday and rescued the kids by making them a fantastic dinner of pork chops. We had some fine dining ourselves in the city. <br /><br />As I am planning this menu, I haven't been to the store and I don't really know what we have, but I will wing it and figure it out as we go.<br /><br />Monday:leftover pork chops from Grandmas great meal<br />Tuesday:crockpot chicken<br />Wednesday: chicken tacos<br />Thursday: Spaghetti and meatballs<br />Friday: turkey burgers and hot dogs<br />Saturday: date night<br />Sunday:Grilled mahi mahi<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-56030865504353284392011-06-06T01:25:00.001-07:002011-06-06T01:25:01.492-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br />What a crazy week we had. We ate way to much on Memorial Day with some of our family visiting. My dad, husband, son and I got to go golfing Monday morning. I probably haven't golfed in 10 years, but it was so fun. I even birdied the final hole. Very exciting. We also took the family to see Kung Foo Panda II. Pretty funny!<br /><br />Tuesday, our son went through the<a href="http://lds.org/church/temples?lang=eng"> temple </a>in preparation for his <a href="http://lds.org/service/missionary-service?lang=eng">mission</a>. That was definitely my happiest day so far as a parent. After we tried out a new restaurant called "La Parilla Suiza". It touts the food of Mexico City, which is where my son will be serving our church for 2 years. Super yummy!<br /><br />Wednesday was my birthday. 21 again (x 2). I had lunch and dinner out with my honey. Lucky girl.<br /><br />Thursday our 3 older kids left on a pioneer trek.<br /><br />My point to all this is that I did not cook a meal until Sunday when we celebrated my sons 19th birthday. He wanted anything that we could have mashed potatoes and gravy with, so we had pork roast. It is my go to crock pot meal because I cannot eat beef. My kids barely know what beef looks like except for the occasional steak that gets grilled.<br /><br />This week will be slightly better except for the fact that my husband and I are taking a little trip. I will write about it next week. I am planning meals for the kids, but what happens when mom and dad are away is sometimes kept secret.<br /><br />Monday: pulled pork sandwiches (from leftover pork roast)<br />Tuesday: ground turkey quesadillas<br />Wednesday:<a href="http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2011/05/skillet-chicken-parmesan.html">skillet chicken parmesan<br /></a>Thursday:take out before we head to the airport<br />Friday: spinach ravioli (from costco)<br />Saturday: pizza night<br />Sunday: kiddos looking for family to feed them. (We will be home late)<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-79245495053006548632011-05-30T01:37:00.002-07:002011-06-05T18:59:48.336-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br />School is finally out and the short summer has begun. The kids will be going back on August 10. Today we have the holiday and on Thursday my 3 older kids are going on a pioneer trek with our church youth group. Plus we have 2 birthdays this week, so I'm thinking the menu will be unusual.<br /><br />Monday: leftovers<br />Tuesday: tacos<br />Wednesday: my birthday dinner<br />Thursday: spaghetti and meatballs<br />Friday: turkey burgers and hot dogs<br />Saturday: date night<br />Sunday: Nathan's birthday dinner<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-65347450060998946772011-05-23T01:01:00.000-07:002011-05-23T01:01:00.759-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br />This week went horribly wrong. On Tuesday I rolled my ankle. The damage was pretty bad and I have been on crutches ever since. I am hoping to be cleared to walk tomorrow. Thank goodness for the meal plan. However, we didn't really stick to it, but were still able to have meals thanks to my kids and it's nice to have 2 teenage drivers who can go to the store for me. So, some of the items are going to be moved to this week. This is our last week of school and I am so ready for the summer break.<br /><br />Monday: leftovers<br />Tuesday: <a href="http://www.lynnskitchenadventures.com/2010/06/crockpot-chicken-tacos.html">crockpot chicken tacos<br /></a>Wednesday: <a href="http://www.thesisterscafe.com/2008/05/grilled-shrimp-bruschetta-salad.html">grilled shrimp brushetta salad<br /></a>Thursday: <a href="http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Chicken-Pesto-Pizza-2">chicken pesto pizza<br /></a>Friday: 1st day of summer surprise<br />Saturday: out for Ally's birthday (my sister)<br />Sunday: BBQ (our easy Sunday go to meal)<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-50370920905077864732011-05-16T01:09:00.001-07:002011-05-16T01:09:00.549-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Today my 10 year old noticed something about our menu. She said that every Monday we had some kind of taco or Mexican dish. She is so observant. On Sunday, I try to cook enough to use for Monday's meal. This is just one way to make life a little simpler. Over the last few weeks I have been scheduling leftovers for Thursday nights. So on Tuesday and Wednesday I make more than we need so we have extra. Right now this is what works for my family. What tricks do you use to get through your week?<br /><br />Monday: chicken and steak fajitas<br />Tuesday: <a href="http://www.thesisterscafe.com/2011/05/ceasar-chicken-wraps.html">chicken caesar wraps<br /></a>Wednesday: <a href="http://www.thesisterscafe.com/2008/05/grilled-shrimp-bruschetta-salad.html">Grilled shrimp brushetta salad<br /></a>Thursday: leftovers<br />Friday: <a href="http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Chicken-Pesto-Pizza-2">chicken pesto pizza<br /></a>Saturday: date night<br />Sunday: <a href="http://www.lynnskitchenadventures.com/2010/06/crockpot-chicken-tacos.html">crockpot chicken tacos</a><br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7634724703584400207.post-61273152684717482462011-05-09T03:39:00.001-07:002011-05-09T03:39:00.659-07:00Menu Planning Monday<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s1600-h/mpm-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427842685013310146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgK3jfjmxr2Q8e6X9uhSHnvbDVOgTR26ZqxxpOoW_b7fkYTTEbfSpDq5RMk0XNu_ehcbPzbOQ3bUPyAi3KafcJebf7co2boa9Q85ui-naMObhYvtON1ur0aqL_-nVAVIyBZQ7tHLllo0/s320/mpm-1.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br />I hope you had a wonderful mother's day. We had a delicious BBQ of chicken and steak and I was treated to one of my favorites, crab legs. My son got a temp job at edible arrangements and brought me a beautiful fruit boquet. <br /><br />Things are starting to speed up as we hit the last couple weeks of school. The temperature has also heated up so that means the oven goes on hiatus for a while. The grill and crock pot are my best friends during the summer months.<br /><br />Monday: chicken and steak fajitas<br />Tuesday: <a href="http://www.yourhomebasedmom.com/bbq-chicken-salad/">bbq chicken salad</a><br />Wednesday: <a href="http://www.yourhomebasedmom.com/herbed-shrimp/">herbed shrimp</a><br />Thursday: leftovers<br />Friday: turkey burgers and hot dogs<br />Saturday: date night<br />Sunday: crock pot portk roast<br /><br />Don't forget to check out <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">organizing junkie </a>for hundreds of menu ideas.</p>Barbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00787363529992779916noreply@blogger.com0