Thanksgiving

Happy Turkey Day!! Will and I are incredibly blessed to be spending this special day with his family. We are down in Jacksonville, FL at his grandparent's house. They are wonderful people! I have adopted them as my own grandparents. We are spending the day watching the Macy's Parade, eating yummy food, and of course watching football. This year, I am thankful for all of the special people in my life: family, friends, co-workers, and our church family. I hope that you all take a moment and think about what you are thankful for. Have a wonderful day!

This Week

Halloween was yesterday...we didn't have but one group of Trick-or-Treaters, thug teenagers! We don't have hardly any children in our neighborhood, so we weren't expecting any. Then, the hooligan's from who knows where showed up. We promptly told them we didn't have any candy, and they were on their way. Last night, we had a pizza for dinner from our fave Pizza Joint. Usually we go on Sundays for Trivia, but we missed it this week.
Tuesday: Breakfast for dinner (Brenner, as Will calls it)
Wednesday: Pasta with Marinara sauce
Thursday: Will and I both have meetings
Friday: Prepping for BBQ chicken fundraiser
Saturday: BBQ chicken fundraiser (@ Will's Masonic Lodge)

That's about all we have going on this week. I have some baking to do towards the end of the week. I always enjoy being creative and making/decorating cakes. I am making a hay bale cake for a one year old's harvest themed birthday party. I can't wait to see how it turns out!

Weekend Recap and Meal Plan

Will and I had a lovely weekend spent with friends and family. Friday night we had dinner at San Jose's with our BFFs4L- always a good time!! Saturday night we celebrated Will's brother Andy and his finance Brittany's engagement with a family gathering. I made these delicious cupcakes in the couple's wedding colors, yellow and navy blue. They were the hit of the party!

Meal Plan:
Monday: Will has a meeting
Tuesday: Chicken Noodle Casserole (I made some to take to a friend who just had a baby, so I doubled it to make some for us)
Wednesday: St. John's Connections gathering and pumpkin carving
Thursday: Will has a meeting
Friday: ?
Saturday: ?

Hope you have a great week! It's officially fall and I love it!!

Hodge Podge

The weekend of October 8th, Will and I went to Clemson to the Clemson vs. Boston College game. We had a great time! The weather was perfect and so was the company.

On Sunday, we took Scotch to the pumpkin patch to look at pumpkins. He didn't cooperate very well with taking pictures.

We did not do so great planning meals last week. We were really busy during the week. On Friday, the 14th, my office had their 20th Anniversary Party at the Saluda River Club in Lexington.

On Saturday after the party, I was flat worn out! I slept late. We went to Lowe's to get some home improvement items. We also stopped by Verizon because we were due to upgrade our phones. We both had Blackberry Curves. We knew we wanted to switch to Android devices. I ended up getting the LG Enlighten and Will got the Casio Commando, which is a really manly, tough guy phone. So far, we really like them. I was afraid I would miss my Blackberry. My phone does have a full keyboard that slides out, so I think I will be alright.
This week, things have been getting back to normal. We had our house appraisal early Tuesday morning, so Monday night we were busting our butts to get the house clean and minor repair work done. The appraisal was for our refinance. We have decided to keep our townhouse and rent it out. We will probably start looking for houses around the first of the year. We did our weekly grocery shopping last night, because the weekend was so busy.

Meal Plan:
Monday: Whatever we had at home while we were cleaning/working.
Tuesday: We picked up Chipotle after grocery shopping
Wednesday: Breakfast for dinner
Thursday: Pork chops, rice, and veggie

We are looking forward to my brother-in-law Andy and his fiance Brittany's party on Saturday night. I am baking cupcakes for the occasion. The will be yellow cake with yellow icing with navy blue sixlets on them- their wedding colors.
Hope everyone has a good week!

My Fitness Pal

I'm officially back on the wagon. I have been VERY slack lately on keeping track of my food/calories and going to the gym. As a mater of fact, I haven't done either in about a month. So, Monday I decided to kick it into high gear. I started tracking my food again on My Fitness Pal and went back to the gym yesterday. Will has also gotten back on the wagon. He has been going to the gym early in the morning before work. He is keeping track of his food using the Weight Watchers points. I am so proud of him! I know that we both need to eat and live healthier, and this is the first step.

Meal Plan for this week:
Monday: Leftovers
Tuesday: Baked Chicken, scalloped potatoes, and limas
Wednesday: Visitation at church
Thursday: Will has a meeting, I'm on my own
Friday: My office's 20th anniversary party- oysters and BBQ

Hopefully Will and I will both stick with it. I think the accountability of tracking everything helps me stay on track.

Playing Catch-Up

This week has been kind of a doozy. I have been swamped at work trying to get ready for our big 20th anniversary party next week, along with my regular work. I was out sick on Tuesday (24-hr. bug) , so I have also been playing catch up.

Meal Plan:
Monday night: Buitoni herb chicken tortellini with marinara sauce
Tuesday night: I was still feeling bad, so we just had sandwiches
Wednesday night: Baked chicken and scalloped potatoes
Thursday night: We both have meetings
Friday night: ?
Saturday: Clemson for the football game
Sunday: Trivia at Pizza Joint

Birthday!!!

Today is the big day, the big 3-0! So far, I feel exactly the same as 29. I know it's no overnight thing, but shouldn't I feel a little older? I guess we will wait and see.



I have had a wonderful few days celebrating with friends and family. I have also received some amazing gifts!



Nook Color...this was on the top of my list! I love it! Thanks Mom!



I also had a new camera on my list...my Dad picked this one out, except mine is red! I can't wait to learn how to use it.

 


Barnes & Noble Gift Cards from Will's family...can't wait to download some Nook Books!

Edible Arrangement from my dear husband...made my day at work today!

One of my dear friends gave me some lovely cupcake papers and a beautiful candle holder. I have also received some fabulous birthday cards! I am so blessed!