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Browsing Archive: October, 2010

Weekly Menu~ Oct.31- Nov.6

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, October 30, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ oatmeal
~ eggs
~ pancakes
~ waffles
~ muffins

Lunches :
~ ham
~ turkey
~ egg salad
~ leftovers
~ fruits
~ carrots and dip
~ salad

Dinners:
S(31)~ Chili
M(1)~ tacos , chips and dip
T(2)~ bacon wrapped chicken, mashed potatoes, carrots, salad
W(3)~ taco salad
T(4)~ poppyseed chicken, green beans, salad, crescents
F(5)~ Bacon, eggs, grits, biscuits and gravy (Jeff's birthday meal wish!)
S(6)~ loaded baked potato soup

Snacks/Desserts:
~ cupcakes
~ carrots
~ PB sandwiches
~ cheese and crackers
~ apples
~ banana...
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Grocery cart ~ $123.39

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, October 30, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday 
Walmart:

tea bags $2.58
mustard $1.50
formula $14.88
mayo $2.82
baby food $.58
baby food $.58
dish detergent $.97
pizza crusts $1.66
cheese dip $4.34
pizza crusts $1.66
turkey $3.00
ham $3.00
bread $1.00
TP $5.97
gum $.96
bread $1.00
TOTAL $50.22

ALDI :

ramen soup $1.79
moz cheese $3.19
moz cheese $3.19
pizza $2.29
pizza $2.29
tomatoes $1.99
chicken $2.99
apples $1.49
mont jack cheese $2.49
apples $1.49
baggies $1.95
bacon 43.49
lettuce $.99
salad $.99
taco shells $.99
taco shells $.99
bacon $3.49
bacon $3.49
diced tomatoes $.49...
Continue reading ...
 

Halloween Themed Weekly Menu ~ Oct.24-30

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 22, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
The week before Halloween I always make Halloween meals. I'm really not into Halloween. I don't decorate the house at all for it. But, I do like to have a little fun with meal time.

Breakfasts:
~ eggs
~ oatmeal
~ pancakes
~ waffles
~ buttered rice

Lunches:
~ turkey
~ egg salad
~ PB
~ pasta salad
~ leftovers
~ carrots
~ celery
~ grapes
~ apples
~ bananas
~ cheese and crackers


Dinners:(Halloween Themed)
S(24)~ meatballs(monster eyes), baked potato(coffin), green beans (witches fingers), salad, bread
M(25)~ chicken ...
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Grocery Cart ~ $73.25

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 22, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday 
Walmart:

formula $14.88
turkey $4.98
salsa $3.48
cheese dip $4.34
TOTAL $29.83

Aldi:

chicken $5.99
garlic toast $1.64
meatballs $1.99
salad $.99
meatballs $1.99
milk $2.19
eggs $.69
eggs $.69
eggs $.69
bananas $.90
bananas $.87
crescents $1.39
beef hot dogs $1.99
bacon $3.49
potatoes $2.99
green beans $.49
dish detergent $2.49
green beans $.49
corn $.89
rice $1.39
chips $1.69
chips $1.69
chips $1.69
croutons $.95
TOTAL $43.42
 
 

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Menu Oct 17-23

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 15, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ eggs
~ oatmeal
~ banana bread 
~ pancakes

Lunches :
~ turkey
~ pb
~ fruits
~ pasta salad
~ veggies
~ leftovers

Dinners:* We will be In Missouri these days*
S(17)~ Roast, potatoes, veggie, salad*
M(18)~ Tacos*
T(19)~ Spaghetti, salad, bread*
W(20)~ beans and cornbread, ham
T(21)~ elk backstraps, baked potato, salad
F(22)~ breakfast-eggs, toast, buttered rice
S(23)~ soup and grilled cheese

Snacks/Desserts:
~ banana bread
~ brownies
~ choc chip cookies
~ PB on grahams
~ carrots and dip
~ fruit
~ apples and P...
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Grocery Cart $87.84

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 15, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday 
To get my grocery bill lower I concentrated on the basics. I will write about how to buy the essentials and what meals I can make from it in a later post.

Wal-mart:

formula $14.88
crackers $2.98
turkey $4.98
cheese $2.50
yogurt $1.96
creamer $1.67
baby cereal $1.44
TOTAL $32.77

Aldi:

gum $.79
grapes $1.98
mac and cheese $.35
mac and cheese $.35
mac and cheese $.35
salad $.40
cream of mush soup $.69
milk $2.19
bananas $.79
mush soup $.69
peppers $2.19
juice bars $.75
cornmeal $2.29
eggs $.69
elbow mac $1.49
coffee $2.7...
Continue reading ...
 

It's a BOYS Life!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, In : It's a Boy's Life! 

My motto for boys~ "If they aren't dirty, they aren't having fun!".....But this time they were having "fun" in my flower bed!


Another Motto of mine for boys~ "WEAR them out!" before they wear you out!


Pack as many as you can in the pool, then sit back and enjoy the joy they experience.


And if you try to get in to enjoy some time for yourself, they will all come at you like piranhas!


Take them bowling..a.k.a. "wear them out!" I love how Noah is teaching Luke how to do it and it's both of their fir...
Continue reading ...
 

Fall Decorating on a Budget

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 


 I know it is already October and I should have done this early last month. Life has been a little busy...
Soccer...soccer...soccer...I had three in soccer and most of my time was dealing with school, cleaning, cooking, and soccer!

We have really no budgeted amount for decorating. It's not my husbands top priority. And it really should be with a large family. But, for me, I love a decorated home. It seems cozy to me to have a warm,nice and tidy, family, inviting feel when you walk into it. I lo...
Continue reading ...
 

Steamed Carrots~ Baby Food

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 


Steamed Carrots~ Baby Food
1 bag fresh baby or petite carrots
1 1/2 cup water
electric steamer/microwave steamer/stovetop steamer
 
1. Steam carrots until tender
2. Put into blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Add water if needed
3. Pour into ice cube trays or tiny plastic ziploc bowls.
4. Wrap trays and freeze until use.


I steamed my carrots in my microwave steamer because my electric steamer broke. I feel like the microwave takes nutrients out of the food, so I try not to do that often...
Continue reading ...
 

Entrance/Family-Living Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, October 11, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Entrance/Family-Living Room:
M~ remove cobwebs
T~ sweep porch, steps, walkway
W~ clean front door
T~ de-clutter
F~ clean under couch, sofa, chair cushions

* When you are finished add a new candle or fresh flowers

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Menu Oct 10-16

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 8, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ cereal 
~ eggs
~ oatmeal
~ PB toast

Lunches:
~ turkey
~ roast beef
~ pasta salad
~ hard boiled eggs
~ veggies
~ fruits
~ crackers

Dinners:
S(10)~ Beef and Veggie Soup, cornbread
M(11)~ shepherds pie
T(12)~ biscuits and gravy, sausage, eggs
W(13)~ loaded baked potatoes, salad
T(14)~ tuna casserole, salad
F(15)~ stromboli
S(16)~ FALL BREAK IN Missouri ~ bonfire cookout~ hotdogs, chili

Desserts/Snacks:
~ brownies
~ cookies
~ cheese and crackers
~ banana bread
~ veggie
~ fruits
~ popcorn
~ pb toast
 
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Grocery cart $120.86

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 8, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday 
Walmart:

bread $1.48
bread $1.48
bread $.98
hoagies $2.78
donuts $1.64
candy $.56
cereal $2.28
cereal $5.42
cereal $5.42
rotini $1.00
veg-all $1.74
veg all $1.74
veg all $1.74
hot cocoa $2.16
baby cereal $2.32
formula $14.88
seasoning $.53
candy $.56
hummus $2.98
turkey $4.98
TP $5.97
TOTAL $70.84

ALDI:

bananas $1.16
bananas $.92
oatmeal $1.49
milk $2.19
milk $2.19
potatoes $1.99
whole chicken $4.39
grapes $2.98
ground turkey 41.39
bacon $3.49
salad $.99
cake mix $.95
tuna $.52
cheese $1.79
eggs $.89
eggs $.89
green beans $.49
green...
Continue reading ...
 

Apple Pear Buckle in Pictures

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 
Apple Pear Buckle

1-2 can apple pie filling*
1-2 can pears in light syrup*
1 box yellow cake mix
1 stick of  unsalted butter
1 packet Maple and Brown Sugar instant oats
Cinnamon
cooking spray
8 paper towels
 
Spray inside of crock pot. Fill with apple pie filling and pears. (cut up the pears into bite size pieces) Add 1 tsp almond extract. Stir together. Pour the entire box of dry cake mix over the top of the fruity mixture. Do Not stir. The cake mix will absorb the juices from the fruit mixture. Cut s...
Continue reading ...
 

Pear & Cherry Buckle/Apple Pear Buckle

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 
Pear and Cherry Buckle (for the slow cooker)(reader recipe!)
 

 1 can cherry pie filling
1 can pears in light syrup
1 box yellow cake mix
1 stick of  unsalted butter
1/4 cup Almond slices
1 packet Maple and Brown Sugar instant oats
1 tsp Almond extract
cooking spray
8 paper towels
 
Spray inside of crock pot. Fill with cherry pie filling and pears. (cut up the pears into bite size pieces) Add 1 tsp almond extract. Stir together. Pour the entire box of dry cake mix over the top of the fruity mixture. Do N...
Continue reading ...
 

Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, October 4, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is All it Takes to Bless your Family!

Kitchen/Dining Room:
M~ clean top of fridge*
T~ detail clean tables and chairs
W~ clean vent-a-hood (use degreaser)
T~ detail clean out fridge
F~ detail sweep and mop


* Lay a piece of plastic wrap on the cleaned top of the fridge. The next time you need to clean the top, just replace plastic wrap!
 
When you are finished for the week, add fresh flowers or a new candle!

Continue reading ...
 

Menu for Oct 3-9

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 1, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ cereal
~ oatmeal
~ pb toast
~ eggs

Lunches:
~ egg salad, turkey, pb, hot dogs
~ apples, bananas, grapes, cantaloupe
~ pretzels, yogurt, pudding, applesauce

Dinner:
S(3)~ Roast, potatoes, carrots, salad
M(4)~ mushroom chicken over rice (crockpot meal)
T(5)~ Penne pasta, salad, bread
W(6)~ Maple Salmon, green beans, baked potato, salad
T(7)~ Beef & Veggie Soup, cornbread (crockpot meal)
F(8)~ Shepherds Pie, cornbread (left over meal)
S(9)~ Pizza

Desserts/ Snacks:
~ Cherry Pear Buckle(recipe Tuesday...
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Grocery Cart ~ $145.49

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 1, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday 
I haven't been watching my spending lately. We have been dirt biking on the weekend which requires picnic foods. And I have just bought junk. really, no excuses....
I have no pictures this week, either. I have just been so busy. I am a stay at home mom that never gets to stay at home. And I am running out the door in a minute! 

I was still under our budgeted amount of $150.00, which is great for our family of 8. But, I am still disappointed because my goal is still $75- $100. It's just too hard...
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About Me


Holly Nelson "Let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a quiet and gentle sprirt, which is precious in the sight of God." 1 Peter 3:4 - "An excellent wife,who can find? Her worth is far above jewels." Proverbs 31:10 ~~ I am a stay-at-home-mom(SAHM) married to the love of my life, Jeff Nelson. We have six wonderful boys. Ryan(15), Seth(13), Ian(10), Noah(7), Luke(5), and Jack(2). We live in Tennessee on 4 acres. I grew up the first few years of my life on a dairy farm in Missouri and loved country living. I was saved at a young age by the grace of God and shed blood of Jesus during that time of simple country living. That part of my life is very dear to me. God taught me many things as a baby Christian that I can still think about today. Then we moved to Memphis when I was in the 5th grade. I learned to love the city life, too. It was a completely different way of life. My whole family still lives in Missouri, still does a little farming and simple country living. When Jeff, the kids, and I moved from the city to the country, I incorporated my city life with my country background. My mom laughs at me when I cut my grass on my John Deere tractor while drinking my Starbucks Mocha and wearing my fancy sunglasses. And when I am shampooing my carpet in my high-heeled black boots. I just love those boots! But I would love to share about how I got to be the way I am today, The Victoriously Organized Woman! I used to work as a supervisor at bank for years. I had to dress up everyday. After the birth of our second child we decide I should be a SAHM. One of the best decision I've ever made. But I made a bad decision, too. I hardly ever dressed up anymore. I hardly ever wore make-up. After about a year I looked in the mirror and said, "OH MY! Jeff has to come home to this!?!" He is so wonderful he said he liked me that way, "natural". Well , I realized that I didn't. It made me feel bad about myself. I felt disorganized, tired and stressed and a little "rough" looking. I felt I just couldn't get it all done. At this time I was diagnosed with Meniere's Disease. I wasn't able to do certains things. Like mop the floor of my completely hardwood floor home that I was obsessed about keeping clean. The doctor told me I couldn't have salt, caffeine, or stress! "What?! Are you kidding!?" So , then I decided to change my routine,thought pattern, and cooking. I began to get up early, shower and dress, put on make up. Always being ready to leave whenever I needed to. I established routines that helped me eliminate extra cleaning and stresses. I was able to make more time for myself and make more time for my family. And the family had more time for each other. I made more time for God and others. This made me feel better about myself. I am so happy about how this changed my life I want to share it with everyone.

Browsing Archive: October, 2010

Weekly Menu~ Oct.31- Nov.6

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, October 30, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ oatmeal
~ eggs
~ pancakes
~ waffles
~ muffins

Lunches :
~ ham
~ turkey
~ egg salad
~ leftovers
~ fruits
~ carrots and dip
~ salad

Dinners:
S(31)~ Chili
M(1)~ tacos , chips and dip
T(2)~ bacon wrapped chicken, mashed potatoes, carrots, salad
W(3)~ taco salad
T(4)~ poppyseed chicken, green beans, salad, crescents
F(5)~ Bacon, eggs, grits, biscuits and gravy (Jeff's birthday meal wish!)
S(6)~ loaded baked potato soup

Snacks/Desserts:
~ cupcakes
~ carrots
~ PB sandwiches
~ cheese and crackers
~ apples
~ banana...
Continue reading ...
 

Grocery cart ~ $123.39

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, October 30, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday 
Walmart:

tea bags $2.58
mustard $1.50
formula $14.88
mayo $2.82
baby food $.58
baby food $.58
dish detergent $.97
pizza crusts $1.66
cheese dip $4.34
pizza crusts $1.66
turkey $3.00
ham $3.00
bread $1.00
TP $5.97
gum $.96
bread $1.00
TOTAL $50.22

ALDI :

ramen soup $1.79
moz cheese $3.19
moz cheese $3.19
pizza $2.29
pizza $2.29
tomatoes $1.99
chicken $2.99
apples $1.49
mont jack cheese $2.49
apples $1.49
baggies $1.95
bacon 43.49
lettuce $.99
salad $.99
taco shells $.99
taco shells $.99
bacon $3.49
bacon $3.49
diced tomatoes $.49...
Continue reading ...
 

Halloween Themed Weekly Menu ~ Oct.24-30

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 22, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
The week before Halloween I always make Halloween meals. I'm really not into Halloween. I don't decorate the house at all for it. But, I do like to have a little fun with meal time.

Breakfasts:
~ eggs
~ oatmeal
~ pancakes
~ waffles
~ buttered rice

Lunches:
~ turkey
~ egg salad
~ PB
~ pasta salad
~ leftovers
~ carrots
~ celery
~ grapes
~ apples
~ bananas
~ cheese and crackers


Dinners:(Halloween Themed)
S(24)~ meatballs(monster eyes), baked potato(coffin), green beans (witches fingers), salad, bread
M(25)~ chicken ...
Continue reading ...
 

Grocery Cart ~ $73.25

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 22, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday 
Walmart:

formula $14.88
turkey $4.98
salsa $3.48
cheese dip $4.34
TOTAL $29.83

Aldi:

chicken $5.99
garlic toast $1.64
meatballs $1.99
salad $.99
meatballs $1.99
milk $2.19
eggs $.69
eggs $.69
eggs $.69
bananas $.90
bananas $.87
crescents $1.39
beef hot dogs $1.99
bacon $3.49
potatoes $2.99
green beans $.49
dish detergent $2.49
green beans $.49
corn $.89
rice $1.39
chips $1.69
chips $1.69
chips $1.69
croutons $.95
TOTAL $43.42
 
 

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Menu Oct 17-23

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 15, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ eggs
~ oatmeal
~ banana bread 
~ pancakes

Lunches :
~ turkey
~ pb
~ fruits
~ pasta salad
~ veggies
~ leftovers

Dinners:* We will be In Missouri these days*
S(17)~ Roast, potatoes, veggie, salad*
M(18)~ Tacos*
T(19)~ Spaghetti, salad, bread*
W(20)~ beans and cornbread, ham
T(21)~ elk backstraps, baked potato, salad
F(22)~ breakfast-eggs, toast, buttered rice
S(23)~ soup and grilled cheese

Snacks/Desserts:
~ banana bread
~ brownies
~ choc chip cookies
~ PB on grahams
~ carrots and dip
~ fruit
~ apples and P...
Continue reading ...
 

Grocery Cart $87.84

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 15, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday 
To get my grocery bill lower I concentrated on the basics. I will write about how to buy the essentials and what meals I can make from it in a later post.

Wal-mart:

formula $14.88
crackers $2.98
turkey $4.98
cheese $2.50
yogurt $1.96
creamer $1.67
baby cereal $1.44
TOTAL $32.77

Aldi:

gum $.79
grapes $1.98
mac and cheese $.35
mac and cheese $.35
mac and cheese $.35
salad $.40
cream of mush soup $.69
milk $2.19
bananas $.79
mush soup $.69
peppers $2.19
juice bars $.75
cornmeal $2.29
eggs $.69
elbow mac $1.49
coffee $2.7...
Continue reading ...
 

It's a BOYS Life!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, In : It's a Boy's Life! 

My motto for boys~ "If they aren't dirty, they aren't having fun!".....But this time they were having "fun" in my flower bed!


Another Motto of mine for boys~ "WEAR them out!" before they wear you out!


Pack as many as you can in the pool, then sit back and enjoy the joy they experience.


And if you try to get in to enjoy some time for yourself, they will all come at you like piranhas!


Take them bowling..a.k.a. "wear them out!" I love how Noah is teaching Luke how to do it and it's both of their fir...
Continue reading ...
 

Fall Decorating on a Budget

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 


 I know it is already October and I should have done this early last month. Life has been a little busy...
Soccer...soccer...soccer...I had three in soccer and most of my time was dealing with school, cleaning, cooking, and soccer!

We have really no budgeted amount for decorating. It's not my husbands top priority. And it really should be with a large family. But, for me, I love a decorated home. It seems cozy to me to have a warm,nice and tidy, family, inviting feel when you walk into it. I lo...
Continue reading ...
 

Steamed Carrots~ Baby Food

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 


Steamed Carrots~ Baby Food
1 bag fresh baby or petite carrots
1 1/2 cup water
electric steamer/microwave steamer/stovetop steamer
 
1. Steam carrots until tender
2. Put into blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Add water if needed
3. Pour into ice cube trays or tiny plastic ziploc bowls.
4. Wrap trays and freeze until use.


I steamed my carrots in my microwave steamer because my electric steamer broke. I feel like the microwave takes nutrients out of the food, so I try not to do that often...
Continue reading ...
 

Entrance/Family-Living Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, October 11, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Entrance/Family-Living Room:
M~ remove cobwebs
T~ sweep porch, steps, walkway
W~ clean front door
T~ de-clutter
F~ clean under couch, sofa, chair cushions

* When you are finished add a new candle or fresh flowers

Continue reading ...
 

Menu Oct 10-16

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 8, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ cereal 
~ eggs
~ oatmeal
~ PB toast

Lunches:
~ turkey
~ roast beef
~ pasta salad
~ hard boiled eggs
~ veggies
~ fruits
~ crackers

Dinners:
S(10)~ Beef and Veggie Soup, cornbread
M(11)~ shepherds pie
T(12)~ biscuits and gravy, sausage, eggs
W(13)~ loaded baked potatoes, salad
T(14)~ tuna casserole, salad
F(15)~ stromboli
S(16)~ FALL BREAK IN Missouri ~ bonfire cookout~ hotdogs, chili

Desserts/Snacks:
~ brownies
~ cookies
~ cheese and crackers
~ banana bread
~ veggie
~ fruits
~ popcorn
~ pb toast
 
Continue reading ...
 

Grocery cart $120.86

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 8, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday 
Walmart:

bread $1.48
bread $1.48
bread $.98
hoagies $2.78
donuts $1.64
candy $.56
cereal $2.28
cereal $5.42
cereal $5.42
rotini $1.00
veg-all $1.74
veg all $1.74
veg all $1.74
hot cocoa $2.16
baby cereal $2.32
formula $14.88
seasoning $.53
candy $.56
hummus $2.98
turkey $4.98
TP $5.97
TOTAL $70.84

ALDI:

bananas $1.16
bananas $.92
oatmeal $1.49
milk $2.19
milk $2.19
potatoes $1.99
whole chicken $4.39
grapes $2.98
ground turkey 41.39
bacon $3.49
salad $.99
cake mix $.95
tuna $.52
cheese $1.79
eggs $.89
eggs $.89
green beans $.49
green...
Continue reading ...
 

Apple Pear Buckle in Pictures

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 
Apple Pear Buckle

1-2 can apple pie filling*
1-2 can pears in light syrup*
1 box yellow cake mix
1 stick of  unsalted butter
1 packet Maple and Brown Sugar instant oats
Cinnamon
cooking spray
8 paper towels
 
Spray inside of crock pot. Fill with apple pie filling and pears. (cut up the pears into bite size pieces) Add 1 tsp almond extract. Stir together. Pour the entire box of dry cake mix over the top of the fruity mixture. Do Not stir. The cake mix will absorb the juices from the fruit mixture. Cut s...
Continue reading ...
 

Pear & Cherry Buckle/Apple Pear Buckle

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 
Pear and Cherry Buckle (for the slow cooker)(reader recipe!)
 

 1 can cherry pie filling
1 can pears in light syrup
1 box yellow cake mix
1 stick of  unsalted butter
1/4 cup Almond slices
1 packet Maple and Brown Sugar instant oats
1 tsp Almond extract
cooking spray
8 paper towels
 
Spray inside of crock pot. Fill with cherry pie filling and pears. (cut up the pears into bite size pieces) Add 1 tsp almond extract. Stir together. Pour the entire box of dry cake mix over the top of the fruity mixture. Do N...
Continue reading ...
 

Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, October 4, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is All it Takes to Bless your Family!

Kitchen/Dining Room:
M~ clean top of fridge*
T~ detail clean tables and chairs
W~ clean vent-a-hood (use degreaser)
T~ detail clean out fridge
F~ detail sweep and mop


* Lay a piece of plastic wrap on the cleaned top of the fridge. The next time you need to clean the top, just replace plastic wrap!
 
When you are finished for the week, add fresh flowers or a new candle!

Continue reading ...
 

Menu for Oct 3-9

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 1, 2010, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ cereal
~ oatmeal
~ pb toast
~ eggs

Lunches:
~ egg salad, turkey, pb, hot dogs
~ apples, bananas, grapes, cantaloupe
~ pretzels, yogurt, pudding, applesauce

Dinner:
S(3)~ Roast, potatoes, carrots, salad
M(4)~ mushroom chicken over rice (crockpot meal)
T(5)~ Penne pasta, salad, bread
W(6)~ Maple Salmon, green beans, baked potato, salad
T(7)~ Beef & Veggie Soup, cornbread (crockpot meal)
F(8)~ Shepherds Pie, cornbread (left over meal)
S(9)~ Pizza

Desserts/ Snacks:
~ Cherry Pear Buckle(recipe Tuesday...
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Grocery Cart ~ $145.49

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 1, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday 
I haven't been watching my spending lately. We have been dirt biking on the weekend which requires picnic foods. And I have just bought junk. really, no excuses....
I have no pictures this week, either. I have just been so busy. I am a stay at home mom that never gets to stay at home. And I am running out the door in a minute! 

I was still under our budgeted amount of $150.00, which is great for our family of 8. But, I am still disappointed because my goal is still $75- $100. It's just too hard...
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