Showing posts with label Menu Monday. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Menu Monday. Show all posts

Monday, April 1, 2019

Menu Plan Monday ~ 4/1/19



Every Monday I take time to plan out our menu and grocery list.  Here's what we're having for dinner this week:
Monday:  Kielbasa, au gratin potatoes
Tuesday:  Spaghetti with meatballs, garlic bread sticks
Wednesday:  Chicken, macaroni salad
Thursday:   Pork Chops, buttered noodles
Friday:   Ham Pot Pie, Crescent Rolls
Saturday:    Pizza
Sunday:     Church Potluck

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What are you eating this week?


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Colletta

Monday, March 4, 2019

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 3/4/19

 
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The weather outside is::::


Will winter ever be over!?!?
 


On my breakfast plate:


Slim Fast

As I look around the house::::

Laundry is done and the weekend was very productive on the home front :)





On today's to do list::::

Watch Damon
Read Thru the Word
Menu/Grocery List
Supper
Blog

Happening this week::::
 
Monday.... Devotions, Babysit Damon, menu/grocery list,
Tuesday...  Devotions, Groceries, exercise, Schedule, crochet,
Wednesday... Devotions, Babysit Damon, Dentist, Prayer Meeting,
Thursday... Devotions, Exercise, Bills, crochet, laundry
Friday...  Devotions, Babysit Damon, Family Dinner
Saturday...  Devotions, Exercise, Laundry, Bowling, SET CLOCKS FORWARD!!!
Sunday...  Church, Devotions

Currently reading::::





When passivity and false niceness don't bring the abundant life Jesus promised, some Christian women try even harder to hide behind a fragile façade of pleasant perfection. Paul Coughlin and Jennifer Degler give women the empowering message that they have options far beyond simply acting nice or being mean--if they will emulate the real Jesus Christ and face their fears of conflict, rejection, and criticism. Brimming with enlightening information, thought-provoking questionnaires, real-life stories, and biblically based teaching from both the male author of the pioneering No More Christian Nice Guy and a female clinical psychologist, this book will motivate women to allow God to transform them into authentic, powerful women of loving faith.




 On the TV::::

Masked Singer Finale
Magnum PI
The Voice


Rocky Marathon

Listening to:



This week I featured "Forever On Your Side" by NEEDTOBREATHE.

On the menu this week::::

Monday -  Fish, Homemade mac-n-cheese
Tuesday - Chicken, fried potatoes
Wednesday -  Pizza
Thursday - Weiner Winks, French Fries
Friday - Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes
Saturday - Breakfast, Cheese Ravioli w/sauce, Garlic Bread
Sunday - Dinner at Church


What I am creating at the moment::::





I'm taking a break from Laken's Afghan and working on finishing up this baby blanket.  I only have a little over 2 rounds left to go.  The pattern is the Beautiful Shells pattern and can be found on Ravelry.




Picture From the Camera




Kona getting warmed up.  She loves the heater!
 





Devotion/Inspiration







Colletta 

Monday, February 11, 2019

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 2/11/19

 
 
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The weather outside is::::



The begining of the week was rather mild but then the winds blew the cold air back in.  We're supposed to get 3-5 inches of snow today, so we'll see.
 


On my breakfast plate:

Frosted Shredded Wheat
  
As I look around the house::::
 
Things look pretty good today!

On today's to do list::::

Watch Damon
Read Thru the Word
Menu/Grocery List
Supper
Blog

Happening this week::::
 
Monday.... Babysit Damon, menu/grocery list, RTW
Tuesday...  groceries, exercise, Schedule, crochet, RTW, Ladies Meeting at Church
Wednesday... Babysit Damon, Prayer Meeting, RTW
Thursday... Exercise, crochet, RTW, laundry, bedding, floors
Friday...  Weigh-in, Babysit Damon, RTW, Family Dinner, Follow-up dr. appt.
Saturday...  Exercise, Laundry, crochet, RTW, DATE NIGHT!!!
Sunday...  Church, RTW

Currently reading::::


Last week I reviewed "A Respectable Actress" by Dorothy Love.
Click on the cover to read my review!

https://collettaskitchensink.blogspot.com/2019/02/book-review-respectable-actress-by.html

This week I'm reading "Chameleon" by Jillian Kent.


How much can you really know about someone?Lady Victoria Grayson has always considered herself a keen observer of human behavior. After battling a chronic childhood illness that kept her homebound for years, she journeys to London determined to have the adventure of a lifetime.

Jaded by his wartime profession as a spy, Lord Witt understands, more than most, that everyone is not always who they pretend to be. He meets Victoria after the Regent requests an investigation into the activities of her physician brother, Lord Ravensmoore.

Witt and Victoria become increasingly entangled in a plot targeting the lords of Parliament. Victoria is forced to question how well she knows those close to her while challenging Witt’s cynical nature and doubts about God. Together they must confront their pasts in order to solve a mystery that could devastate their future.


 On the TV::::

Masked Singer (love/hate)
NCIS
FBI
Magnum PI

A Dog's Way Home at the theater!

Listening to:



This week I featured Freedom Hymn by Austin French.

On the menu this week::::

Monday -  Port Chops, Mashed Potatoes
Tuesday - Fish, Shells and Cheese
Wednesday - Turkey with gravy, biscuits
Thursday - Spaghetti w/ meatballs, garlic bread
Friday -  Chicken and Rice
Saturday - Breakfast, Pizza
Sunday - Dinner at Church


What I am creating at the moment::::


I am about a week behind on my crochet-a-longs  :( 
Hoping to get caught up this week.  Maybe...







Picture From the Camera


 Kona and Lilah sunning themselves while they had the chance!

Devotion/Inspiration

You can also see my Scripture Memory Verse for the week HERE!



Colletta 

Monday, March 5, 2018

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 3/5/18

 
 
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The weather outside is::::

It was SO windy a few days ago.  I actually had a dream that there was a tornado!  The temps haven't been too bad, hovering around 35*F.  We're supposed to get some snow over the next few days though.
 


On my breakfast plate:

Granola Bar
  
As I look around the house::::
 
~We're down to three boxes left to sort through and put away!  So exciting.  I can't stand the clutter.

~Trim is going up!

On today's to do list::::

Babysit
Read Thru the Word
Supper
Menu/Grocery List
Exercise
 
Happening this week::::
 
Monday.... See above.
Tuesday...  Babysit Damon, groceries, exercise, RTW
Wednesday... Laundry, Schedule, Prayer Meeting, RTW
Thursday... Babysit Damon, RTW
Friday...  Weigh-in, RTW, Family Dinner, Bills
Saturday...  Laundry, RTW, Date Night, Spring Clocks Forward!
Sunday...  Church, RTW

Currently reading::::

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I loved Dani Pettrey's Alaskan Courage series.  This is the first book of her new series Chesapeake Valor and takes place in Gettysburg.  As a Pennsylvania girl, I am finding it fascinating!
 
On the TV::::

Coco

GAC Top 20 Countdown

THE VOICE!

Listening to:

You've GOT to watch this video!



On the menu this week::::

Monday - Ham Pot Pie, Green Beans, Apples
Tuesday - Steak, Fried Potatoes, Corn, Peaches
Wednesday - Potato Soup, Grilled Cheese
Thursday - Chicken, Augratin Potatoes, Broccoli, Oranges
Friday -  Pizza
Saturday - Breakfast
Sunday - Dinner at Church


What I am creating at the moment::::

For some reason, my camera won't load the pictures I've taken onto my computer :(

This week, I worked on the Ravelry BAMCAL 2018 February Block from Helen Shrimpton called Star Crossed.

I like how the pattern looks, I just wish I would have placed my colors a tiny bit differently.

Sorry for not having a picture!

Picture From the Camera

 Nothing new this week due to camera malfunctions.
 

Bible Verse/Devotional


 
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Monday, February 26, 2018

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 2/26/18

 
 
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The weather outside is::::

A beautiful, sunny 55*F today.  No snow in sight :)
 


On my breakfast plate:

Toast and Chocolate Milk
  
As I look around the house::::
 
~The girls are both in school!  Laken is finally better and back to her normal self.

~Stuff.  We were working on unpacking the few remaining boxes and things got taken out of boxes and are just laying on the coffee table, floor, etc.  Ughh...

~Laundry.  I put it off on Saturday and now I have to play catch-up.

On today's to do list::::

Babysit
Read Thru the Word
Laundry
Supper
Menu/Grocery List
Exercise
 
Happening this week::::
 
Monday.... See above.
Tuesday...  Babysit Damon, groceries, exercise, RTW
Wednesday... Laundry, Schedule, Prayer Meeting, RTW
Thursday... Babysit Damon, RTW, Senior Parent Meeting
Friday...  Weigh-in, RTW, Family Dinner
Saturday...  Laundry, RTW, Movie Night
Sunday...  Church, RTW

Currently reading::::

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I started reading The Pelican Bride by Beth White.  It is set in Louisiana in the early 1700's.  It has been a really long time since I've read a book in this time period.  I really can't even remember what it would have been.  So far, it is very interesting.

Side note, my puppy Kona decided to get the book off my bedside table and chew it.  Luckily, she only got the bottom corner and it is still able to be read.
 
On the TV::::

Daddy's Home Two
Wonder
Moana
Olympics

Listening to:




 
On the menu this week::::

Monday - Cheeseburgers, French Fries, Broccoli, Apples
Tuesday - Steak, Fried Potatoes, Corn, Peaches
Wednesday - Chicken, Augratins, peas, pears
Thursday - Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, green beans, fruit cocktail, dessert
Friday -  Pizza
Saturday - Breakfast
Sunday - Dinner at Church


What I am creating at the moment::::

Maybellene by Polly Plum is the February BAMCAL on Ravelry.


Another great pattern by Polly Plum!

Picture From the Camera

 Nothing new this week.
 

Bible Verse/Devotional

 
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Monday, February 19, 2018

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 2/19/18

 


 
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Laken is officially sick with Influenza A. 
Please keep her in your prayers as we fight against this fever.

The weather outside is::::

Last Thursday it was 60*F and then on Saturday it snowed, snowed, snowed.  There was nothing and then within a few short hours, we had 5 inches of snow.
 


On my breakfast plate:

Chocolate Chip Granola Bar
  
As I look around the house::::
 
~The girls!  No school today :)

~Laundry.  I put it off on Saturday and not I have to play catch-up.

On today's to do list::::

Read Thru the Word
Laundry
Supper
Menu/Grocery List
Exercise
 
Happening this week::::
 
Monday.... See above.
Tuesday...  Babysit Damon, groceries, exercise, RTW
Wednesday... Laundry, Schedule, Prayer Meeting, RTW
Thursday... Babysit Damon, RTW, Bills
Friday...  Weigh-in, RTW, Family Dinner
Saturday...  Laundry, RTW, Movie Night
Sunday...  Church, RTW

Currently reading::::

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I'm still reading 7 Brides for 7 Texans.  I've enjoyed reading half of the brothers' stories so far.  I should have it read and reviewed for Thursday.
 
On the TV::::

NCIS - binge watching to try to get caught up to the current season

Forever My Girl

Olympics

Listening to:




 
On the menu this week::::

Monday - Pork Chops, Buttered Noodles, green beans, peaches
Tuesday - Ham, Fried Potatoes, peas, oranges
Wednesday - Chili, Grilled Cheese
Thursday - Chicken and Rice, Cole Slaw, Pears, Texas Sheet Cake
Friday -  Pizza
Saturday - Breakfast
Sunday - Dinner at Church


What I am creating at the moment::::

This is the Moogly 2018 Block #3 called Clown Car by Polly Plum.




I love Polly Plum Patterns!


Picture From the Camera

 


 


Bible Verse/Devotional




 
 
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Monday, February 12, 2018

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 2/12/18

 
 
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The weather outside is::::

Ice, ice, Baby!

It is so icy everywhere.  The driveway is treacherous but starting to slowly melt.
 


On my breakfast plate:

Chocolate Chip Granola Bar
  
As I look around the house::::
 
~We brought more boxes to the house to be gone through.  They are mostly the girls' things and board games.  Hopefully, they won't take long to purge.

~Laundry, laundry and more laundry.

~Pictures that I need to decide where to hang.


On today's to do list::::

Watch Damon
Read Thru the Word
Pick the girls up from school
Supper
Menu/Grocery List
Exercise
 
Happening this week::::
 
Monday.... See above.
Tuesday...  Babysit Damon, groceries, Dentist, exercise, RTW
Wednesday... Yearly Bloodwork and Mammogram, Laundry, Prayer Meeting, RTW
Thursday... Babysit Damon, schedule, RTW, Moogly CAL
Friday...  Weigh-in, RTW, Family Dinner
Saturday...  Laundry, RTW, Game Night
Sunday...  Church, RTW

Currently reading::::

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I went from being ahead on my Goodreads Challenge to being 2 books behind schedule!  I just haven't had time to read.  I really should start setting aside 30 minutes before bedtime to read like I used to.  Lately, I've just been going straight to bed.

This book was given to me by a friend who really enjoyed it.  I love the premise of the book so hopefully, I'll get to read some this week.
 
On the TV::::

NCIS - binge watching to try to get caught up to the current season


Listening to:




 
On the menu this week::::

Monday - Pork Chops, Buttered potatoes, broccoli, peaches
Tuesday - Ravioli, Garlic Bread, green beans, pears
Wednesday - Steak, Noodles, peas, oranges
Thursday - Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Apple Cobbler
Friday -  Pizza
Saturday - Breakfast
Sunday - Dinner at Church


What I am creating at the moment::::

This is the Moogly 2018 Block #2 called Gretchen Afghan Square by July Yeager.



I think this is the first Julie Yeager pattern I've made.  I really enjoyed making this square.  The pattern was great to read and I love how it turned out.


Picture From the Camera

 
 


Bible Verse/Devotional



 
 
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Monday, January 29, 2018

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 1/29/18

 
 
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The weather outside is::::

It has been staying around 40*F but has been rainy off and on.  Which...creates lots of mud!
 


On my breakfast plate:

Chocolate Chip Granola Bar
  
As I look around the house::::
 
~I see laundry that needs finishing.
~I see that we finally got some gravel for in the driveway.
~I still see muddy paw prints.  As quick as I clean them up, there are more!
I see a soon to be 11-year old!


On today's to do list::::

Read Thru the Word
Work 8am-2:30pm
Pick the girls up from school
Supper
 
Happening this week::::
 
Monday.... See above.
Tuesday...  Babysit Damon, Menu and grocery list, groceries, exercise, RTW
Wednesday... Work 8am-2:30pm, laundry, Prayer Meeting, RTW
Thursday... Babysit Damon, schedule, RTW, Moogly CAL
Friday...  Laken's Birthday, Weigh-in, Work 8am-2:30pm, RTW, Family Dinner
Saturday...  Laundry, RTW, Game Night
Sunday...  Church, RTW

Currently reading::::

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I haven't had much time to read this past week.  I've been busy trying to adjust to a new schedule and have been so tired come bedtime, that I don't even need to read to relax.  I climb in bed and am out like a light!

I've barley got started on "For Love of Eli" but have really enjoyed the Quilts of Love series in the past.
 
On the TV::::

BBC's Sherlock Holmes
Safe Haven
No Reservations

Listening to:



I was so excited to see Lanco's album at Wal-Mart when I was there a few days ago.  I absolutely love "Greatest Love Story" and couldn't wait to hear the rest of the CD!  This is one of my favorites from the CD.
 
On the menu this week::::

Monday - BBQ Ribs, Mac-N-Cheese, peas, pears
Tuesday - Ham Bundles, corn, peaches
Wednesday - Chicken, Alfredo Noodles, broccoli, oranges
Thursday - Kielbasa, Cheesy Potatoes, green beans, apples
Friday -  Pizza
Saturday - Breakfast
Sunday - Dinner at Church


What I am creating at the moment::::

This is the first block of the Moogly CAL 2018.


It is called Flower Burst by Jessie at Home.  The pattern was great to read and make!

Picture From the Camera

 

I thought I'd show you my little blogging area of the Family Room.  The desk was my MIL's that I inherited when she passed away so it is special to me.  Behind my laptop is one of our wedding announcements that my aunt framed as a gift for our wedding nearly 18 years ago.  (How can it be that long ago???)  The rest is my just my "stuff".


Bible Verse/Devotional


 
 
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Monday, January 22, 2018

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 1/22/18

 
 
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The weather outside is::::

We had a beautiful weekend weather-wise.  It makes me long for Spring!
 


On my breakfast plate:

Chocolate Chip Granola Bar
  
As I look around the house::::
 
I see a new TV hanging in the Family Room!
I see that the girls' rooms are really starting to come together!
I see that boxes are dwindling slowly but surely!


On today's to do list::::

Read Thru the Word
Work 8am-2:30pm
Pick the girls up from school
Supper
 
Happening this week::::
 
Monday.... See above.
Tuesday...  Babysit Damon, Menu and grocery list, groceries, exercise, RTW
Wednesday... Work 8am-2:30pm, laundry, Prayer Meeting, RTW
Thursday... Babysit Damon, schedule, Bills, RTW
Friday...  Weigh-in, Work 8am-2:30pm, RTW
Saturday...  Laundry, RTW, Date Night
Sunday...  Church, RTW

Currently reading::::

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I'm still ahead of schedule on my Goodreads Challenge!

This is another book that I unpacked from a box in storage.  I'm excited to get started :)
 
On the TV::::

Zumbo's Just Desserts on Netflix
The Dark Tower
Dunkird
The Mountain Between

Listening to:



 
On the menu this week::::

Monday - Steak, Au Gratin Potatoes, peas, pears
Tuesday - Pork Chops, noodles, broccoli, peaches
Wednesday - Chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, oranges
Thursday - Soup, grilled cheese sandwiches
Friday -  Pizza
Saturday - Breakfast
Sunday - Dinner at Church


What I am creating at the moment::::

This is another Ravelry BAMCAL square but it is from the 2017 squares.

The square is called Moon Blossom by Karen Smith.

 
I love how the flowers stand out in the middle :)

Picture From the Camera

 

Laken received a set of Hot Curlers for Christmas so we played "Beauty Salon" and did her hair.  It turned out really cute!  She's as bad as her big sister at keeping her eyes open when the camera flashes!

Bible Verse/Devotional

 
 
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Monday, January 15, 2018

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 1/15/18

 
 
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The weather outside is::::

This weather has been absolutely crazy!

First we had negative temperatures.  Then we had 60*F and rain.  Then, we had sleet and snow.

I'm ready for Spring!
 


On my breakfast plate:

Special K Chocolate Peanut Butter Bar
  
As I look around the house::::
 
I see mud being tracked in from the dogs.
I see boxes that still need to be sorted.
I see my afghans on the couch.
I see my things about me :)


On today's to do list::::

Read Thru the Word
Work 8am-2:30pm
Pick the girls up from school
Supper
 
Happening this week::::
 
Monday.... See above.
Tuesday...  Menu and grocery list, groceries, laundry, exercise, RTW
Wednesday... Work 8am-2:30pm, Prayer Meeting, RTW
Thursday... Off, laundry, schedule, RTW
Friday...  Weigh-in, Work 8am-2:30pm, RTW
Saturday...  Laundry, RTW, Family Movie Night
Sunday...  Church, RTW

Currently reading::::

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I'm ahead of schedule on my Goodreads Challenge!  So far, so good :)

I was unpacking my boxes of books and got so excited to see that I had this book already.  I didn't remember having it but I've read the first 2 books of the series while this one was packed away.  It went straight to the top of the TBR list!
 
On the TV::::

Kids Baking Championship
Pirates of the Carribean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
King Kong
King Arthur

Listening to:



 
On the menu this week::::

Monday - Ham, Fried Potatoes, Corn, Oranges
Tuesday - Vegetable Soup
Wednesday - Smothered Chicken, Noodles, Peas, Pears
Thursday - Chili, Cornbread, Peaches
Friday -  Pizza
Saturday - Breakfast
Sunday - Dinner at Church


What I am creating at the moment::::

I decided to join in the Ravelry group BAMCAL 2018 to use up some stash yarn.
 
This square is the square that was voted on by the members for January called Sunrise Beach by Jen Tyler.  This picture shows as the pattern is written (plus a few of my mistakes along the way).  I still need to add a few rounds to get it up to 12 inches but I haven't decided what color to use.  I'm thinking cream and then use cream to join the squares as well.
 


I'm not going to sugar coat it.  This pattern was a bit difficult to read and took some concentration.  I'm so happy with the result though!  It is so pretty :)

Picture From the Camera

 

I made Kaylee some curtains for her bedroom using the pictured Solar System fabric.  I had enough left over to make a throw pillow for her bed.  After many tries to take a picture without her blinking this is the result!  hehe  (Don't tell her I put this on the blog.  She doesn't know :)

Bible Verse/Devotional



 
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