January 12, 2010
Okay, I know a few people have an aversion to brussel sprouts. But, this recipe is really good. Honestly, I had never in my life tried brussel sprouts until my friend Janie brought these to a ladies Christmas dinner. I have to say , they tasted nothing like everyone "warned" me about. Try this recipe, you will not be dissappointed!!
Janie's Brussel Spouts
1 pkg frozen Brussels sprouts (steam in microwave according to instructions and then cut sprouts in half)
Simmer together:
1 can chicken broth
1/2 stick butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
Black pepper
Salt
Pour in sprouts and simmer for a few minutes.
Janie N, Cordova, Tn
Posted by Holly Nelson. Posted In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week
January 11, 2010
Jan 11-15M~ sweep step and porch/ clear away clutter
T~ clean and dust tables, chairs
W~ clean ceiling fans
T~ organize coat closet
F~ sweep, vacuum, mop/ add a candle for a decorative sweet, smelling touch!
(Walmarts "warm apple pie" smells great!!!)
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your home everyday!
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Posted by Holly Nelson. Posted In : Area Cleaning for the Week
January 8, 2010
I know I have already posted my menu plan for the month but I will still post my menu plan with more details for breakfasts and lunches. Breakfasts: (served with milk, OJ, hot tea, fruit)
S(10) ~ Cinnamon rolls
M(11)~ eggs, toast
T(12) ~ pancakes
W(13)~ apple cinnamon oatmeal
T(14)~ PB toast
F(15)~ pancakes
S(16)~ cereal/ eggs
Lunches :
~ egg salad, tuna, turkey club, PB, leftovers, Ramen
~ goldfish, chips
~ yogurt
~ orange, apple ~ homemade cookies
Dinners:(most served with Salad)
S(10)~ roast, ... Continue reading...
Posted by Holly Nelson. Posted In : Weekly Menu Plan
January 8, 2010
This year our budget has changed. It was $150.00 for a week for our family of 7. In April we will have a new baby and we will have a family of 8! I cannot wait. But that does mean our groceries will increase. If I'm not able to breast feed then I will have to buy formula. Anyone have a great formula they liked that was cheap? I'm preparing. Back to the budget issue. Our plan this year is to spend $400.00 or much less a month in groceries. I'm challenging myself to plan meals better to get the... Continue reading...
Posted by Holly Nelson. Posted In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday
January 7, 2010
Snow dusts our ground this morning. I love snow and wanted lots of snow to play in with the kids. I looked out of the window with anticipation, but it was only a dusting. My country roads seem fine, when usually they aren't in snow. I was up having my prayer time and reading this morning at 5:30 when my cell phone rang. My first thought was , "why in the world is my mom calling this early!". But it was the school board saying the kids were out of school. Yoo-Hoo!!! We get to play!! But wait,... Continue reading...
Posted by Holly Nelson. Posted In : It's a BOYS Life!
January 6, 2010
I ate A LOT to get this big!!
(6 months/1 week)
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Posted by Holly Nelson. Posted In : Just Because I said....
January 5, 2010
Have you checked out my organizers, yet? I think everyone should have one! This completely helped me keep up with everything, in one place. There are special sections for each area of my life. I will be adding my new ideas everyday.
I have been thinking a little about this year. What I want to change, do different, not do at all. And , of course, I've been thinking about a new little guy coming in April! I have a lot to prepare. I need to get my meals frozen, birthdays planned ahead, garde... Continue reading...
Posted by Holly Nelson. Posted In : Tip of the Week
January 5, 2010
This is so yummy! You have to try this at least once!! I so wish I had the picture for this!! Mexican Chicken Ring2 tubes crescents3 chicken breasts, cooked & chopped (or 2-3 C leftover chicken)1 can green chilies2 limes1/2 C mayo (maybe a little more)1 C mont. jack cheese, shredded1/2 tomato, chopped1 small can chopped black olives1. Preheat oven 375 degrees. Move rack to second to the bottom shelf. Grease round pizza stone or cookie sheet.2. Lay the crescents out in a circle. Fat part on ins... Continue reading...
Posted by Holly Nelson. Posted In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week
January 4, 2010
Happy New Year!
It's the new year, are you ready to get your life organized? Start organizing your home and home routines with Area Cleaning. Take 15-30 minutes out of your day to keep up in these areas. After doing these chores, you will soon see there will be NO need for spring cleaning!! Yeah, no more extra cleaning. Or even a weekend or two to devote to it! Also, have your children help or do these chores, if they have a similar areas of their own.15 minutes is all it takes to bless your ... Continue reading...
Posted by Holly Nelson. Posted In : Area Cleaning for the Week
January 1, 2010
I read about a few lady bloggers that planned on not grocery shopping for the month, except for essentials. They are going to plan meals from the freezer and pantry. If my oven had not stopped working a few months ago , I could have been able to freeze breakfast items and this would have been great for me. But I also do not have a few essentials to get started. But I am going to start planning meals for the MONTH. I'll tell you why. It is easier to stock up on a few items to use differently t... Continue reading...
Posted by Holly Nelson. Posted In : Monthly Meal Plan
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About Me
"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.
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