• Read about a 7 Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise abroad the Carnival Triumph. So much fun!
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    Carnival Triumph {7 Day Eastern Caribbean}

    June 26, 2009 - By 

    Back in March of 2008, Rob and I ventured out for our 6th cruise. It was very different from the previous 5 because we didn’t feel pressured to do everything or stick to a serious schedule. We just did what we wanted to and enjoyed it. We stayed up late most nights dancing the night away or singing along in the piano bar. Most cruises we push ourselves so hard during the day and we’re usually so exhausted it’s nearly impossible to stay up late. Something else that was different is that we left our house early Saturday, the day…

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    Christmas Eve 2008

    December 30, 2008 - By 

    Every Christmas Eve, I let the boys open one present each. Drew always knows what it is, but never says it out loud until he opens it. It’s always a Christmas-y set of pajamas. This year these pajamas proved to be quite a conundrum for me. I was happy to find Alex’s PJs early in my shopping adventures. I could never find Drew any PJs, so I ended up pullin’ my self out of bed very early on Christmas Eve morning to head out and find some for him. I went back to Target, where they had some cute ones…

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    Table Decorations

    December 29, 2008 - By 

    After making the Gingerbread house, I had the boys go out in the yard and look for some pine cones. I painted them. Then pulled out some glittery thingys and some glue. The boys decorated them and we placed them on the table wear the food was going to be on Christmas Day. Making fancy pine cones for Christmas Day table decorations. This was before all the food got put on the table. We had 2 tables FULL of food! Good times! Family, food, and lots of fun.

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    Christmas Gingerbread House

    December 28, 2008 - By 

    The few days that Drew had off before Christmas we enjoyed some of our traditions that we try to make time for every year. One of which is making a Gingerbread House. Last year, we didn’t get to it. This year I stepped back and tried to let the kids do as much as possible. Enjoy the pictures:

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    More Christmas

    December 28, 2008 - By 

    Rob got: Movies Books a new polo shirt and khaki pants some children books that were his when he was growing up a few other things, but they don’t come to mind right now.

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    Christmas 2008

    December 27, 2008 - By 

    So Christmas was good. Lots of family, fun, and food! And just so I can look back and remember, here’s what I got: A fondue set with some chocolate chips so I can use it soon! Nice warm house shoes from Old Navy New robe and PJ’s Some wall hangings, I’ll take pictures soon! A hoodie from Old Navy. Some cute jewelry from the 10 year old. I got one of my pictures printed, matted, and framed, which I’m very proud of. A new camera strap with a cushy, soft neck so it doesn’t irritate my neck and look how…

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    Christmas Decor – Part 4

    December 25, 2008 - By 

    This will be my final Christmas Decor entry. If you missed the 1st 3 entries, click below: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Russian nesting Santas, a gift from my Granny. I just noticed I didn’t take the smallest one out, because there should be 5! Lennox monogramed train. I just noticed the 2nd half is turned the wrong way! LOL Millenium Collector’s edition Santa (Stays out year round) Santa, gift from my Granny Santa, gift from student When I got this apple hanger for the kitchen, I wanted to find some cute stuff to hang on them for Christmas.…

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    Lunch

    Chicken Pizza-ola Sandwich

    December 24, 2008 - By 

    I have been absolutely lovin’ Subway’s Chicken Pizza-ola Sandwich lately. However, I haven’t been loving spending $7 a pop, so I decided to see if I could make one at home. It turned out marvelously and what I love is that I spend less money and I can easily alter how it’s made. Servings: 4 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 2 tbsp Olive oil 4 hoagies split 2 chicken breasts 10-14 pieces of pepperoni pizza sauce 1 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella garlic powder Optional: black olives banana peppers Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350. 2.…

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    Christmas Decor – Part 3

    December 24, 2008 - By 

    This edition of my Christmas Decor showcases my Auburn decorations. This is an Auburn candy cane, which I keep hanging on the microwave stand year round! I guess I should put it on the Christmas tree, but I just never moved him from his normal spot! This was given to us by a coworker of Rob’s who’s son is into glass working. I love it! My Millenium Auburn Santa that Rob gave me and I absolutely LOVE it! I keep it out year round. Although last year he got put away. 🙁 The first year I was in Auburn, Rob…

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    Christmas Decor – Part 2

    December 19, 2008 - By 

    I just can’t seem to get into a groove of writing like I’d hoped. We’ve been busy buying for Christmas, planning the menu, etc! Oh the joys of CHRISTMAS! Anyway, I’m going to continue from my Part 1 post about decorations. A few years ago Rob’s parents added to my Clown collection with this adorable stocking holder. Up until last year we didn’t even have a mantel to put him on, so he sat up on the entertainment center with nothing hanging on him. We used to hang our stockings on our bannister seen here. I was so excited last…

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    Christmas Decor – Part 1

    December 12, 2008 - By 

    So the other day, I talked about pulling out all the Christmas stuff and this year I really had time to reflect as I carefully unwrapped each item. I figured I’d start by talking about the things from my Paternal Grandparents. I’m sure I’ve talked about it before, but for anyone who’s new here, I’ll say it again. My Paternal Grandparents raised me. They were granted custody of me when I was about 3 or so. My weekends were split between home, mom, and dad. But…that’s a whole ‘nother blog or two. We’ll just leave it at the understatement that…

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    Last night

    December 9, 2008 - By 

    Last night I had a photo job at Lambda Chi during their Christmas party. Yes, compute that in your head…me…at a frat party! I will have to say it was GREAT! I had a blast. Yah, getting paid to take pictures is fun, but listening to the music (which rocked by the way), watching them dance and get a little crazy just made the night even greater. It totally brought back memories and it just made me smile. The attire for the night was crazy Christmas stuff, from Santa suits, to Rudolph, to red and green PJ’s and elf hats.…

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    Thinking of Christmas

    December 5, 2008 - By 

    I’m still in awe that it’s the Christmas season. A couple days ago Rob pulled down all the Christmas stuff. It’s amazing how our stuff seems to multiply every year. So today I did some cleaning and put out all the Christmas stuff out. It’s always a walk down memory lane as I unwrap all my stuff. I plan to taking a camera tour of all the Christmas stuff and tell the memories I have of each thing. Tomorrow we’re going to the Christmas tree farm to cut down a tree and bring it home and decorate it. Every year…

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    Recipes

    Homemade Pizza Dough {Bread Machine}

    December 3, 2008 - By 

    Servings: 6 Prep Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 130 minutes Ingredients: 8 oz. water 3/4 tsp salt 2 tsp olive oil 2 1/2 cups of flour 2 tsp sugar 2 tsp active dry yeast Directions: Place ingredients in bread machine in order listed. Remember not to get your yeast wet in the process. Put on Dough setting and press start. After dough is done making, roll out, and finish making pizza.   Homemade Pizza Dough {Bread Machine}   Print Prep time 5 mins Cook time 1 hour 30 mins Total time 1 hour 35 mins   Author: Lysha @ A…

  • Turkey Treats are fun for the kids to make while you're slaving in the kitchen. Just make one, give them the needed ingredients, and let them create!
    Dessert

    Turkey Treats

    November 26, 2008 - By 

    Today after hours of slaving in the kitchen for tomorrow, I took a break to help the boys make these cute turkeys to share with everyone at Turkey Day tomorrow. Here are the ingredients, some of which we didn’t end up using. I would have taken step by step picture to show how we did it, but I was trying to keep the boys from wearing half the chocolate icing. 🙂

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    Roasted Potatoes

    November 24, 2008 - By 

    Servings: 4 Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Ready In: 50 minutes Ingredients 3 potatoes 1/3 cup Olive oil 2 tbs Dried Onion 1/3 cup All season salt 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp “Slap Your Momma” 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 5 finally chopped jalapeños (optional) Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400°. 2. Chop potatoes in to square bite size pieces. 3. Place in bowl. 4. Pour in rest of ingredients and stir until spices are spread evenly. 5. Spread potatoes on pan. 6. Place in oven for 40 minutes. Flip potatoes after about 20 minutes.

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    Soccer Tourney 2008::Atlanta, GA

    November 22, 2008 - By 

    Last night we came up to my in-laws near Atlanta. We visited with them and had dinner. We spent the night and got up this morning and drove to Tucker, Ga for the Triumph Cup Tournament. Drew had a rough day and it was pretty cold. After the game this evening we went to Northlake Mall for a quick snack and then back to the hotel. We had delivery from Golden Sun and watched football. One game tomorrow before lunch and we’re headed home. I need to get busy editing from the last photo session I did and get that…

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    Life

    November 19, 2008 - By 

    So yah, I haven’t been on here regularly….really in over a year. Life has had its major ups and down the last year and half. I’ve always believed that God only gives you what you can handle but sometimes I wonder! I’m not going to rehash everything, but I’m sure as I start writing more, more will come out. It’s not that I’m wanting to hide anything, just don’t want to bore you with details. What I will say is that in May I was laid off right before getting out for summer. Alabama has a serious problem with their…

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    I’ve been Tagged.

    November 3, 2008 - By 

    I was tagged by Deanna. Six Random Things About Me: 1. I like Facebook more than Myspace now. 2. I’m eating peanut butter cookies and milk right now. 3. My 4 yo had his last soccer game tonight. 4. My Granny turns 80 next week. 5. I love milk. 6. I feel like I should elaborate more on these, but oh well. 🙂 Those interested to do this, go for it, and let me know.

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    Favs of Fall

    October 27, 2008 - By 

    I was looking on flickr at a couple Fall groups, which made me think of all the things I love about fall. I decided to start a list. Feel free to comment and add something about fall that you love, too 🙂 1. Candy Corn – not my fav candy, but I often buy them just so I can put them in a clear container for decoration. I guess I like the way they look more than the way they taste. 2. Fall Colors – orange, red, yellow, and brown 3. Cooler weather – It seems that in Alabama we…