Menu Planning On Monday: Week of February 3rd

Menu planning has always been one of the things that I always avoid. My husband is a busy guy, and he usually leaves all the menu planning to me. It’s hard sometimes, because I don’t want to make things that he doesn’t enjoy eating. We tend to get in the same pattern of eating similar things week after week. That’s why I enjoy participating in Menu Plan Monday. It’s a great way to share your meals with others, and get some new ideas as well! My family enjoys a lot of chicken, so I am always looking for new, healthy ways to make it. I have some great recipes on Menu Plan Monday. And the bonus? Menu planning saves you money in the long run, because you are not constantly running to the store. Time and gas are both saved, and you have more time to spend with your family. So please take a moment to read my menu plan for the week of February 3rd.

Menu Planning on Monday.  Save time and money.

 

Sunday~ Crockpot spare ribs with the fixings, made by my MIL.

Monday~Tacos.

Tuesday~Waffles and bacon.

Wednesday~ Leftovers or possibly chicken cordon bleu.

Thursday~Beef Barbeque Bake

Friday~Frozen pizza

Saturday~Steaks, salad, some kind of potato, and corn

To get more ideas for your weekly meal plan, please click on the Menu Plan Monday graphic above. Leave a comment below, and let me know what’s being served on your table. And, perhaps, get some new ideas from all the wonderful blogs listed in the current and past week’s Menu Plan Monday linky.

 

So, what’s cooking in your home this week?

The Simple Woman’s Daybook~February 3rd

daybook first sun febThe Simple Woman’s daybook is one of my favorite blog memes to do. I always get lots of comments, visits, and encouragement when I write it. My daybook always combines little parts of my everyday life. Sometimes I feel like my life takes on such a hectic pace. Blogging about my week helps me to see what my week is like, and maybe figure out how to slow things down a bit. So I hope that you enjoy this post. And join in with the Simple Woman’s daybook as well.

 

Do you have a simple life? Do you want others to share in it?

 

FOR TODAY February 3, 2013

 

Outside my window… It is starting to snow. So much for the groundhog’s prediction!

I am thinking… That I am ready for baseball season to start. Believe it or not, we start practice at the end of this month, and I am looking forward to it.  Hopefully the weather will cooperate. And I am also thinking that I really don’t want to go shopping for a new car, but we really can’t wait much longer.

I am thankful… I am thankful that my new job allows me to be home on the weekends with my family!  I am also thankful that Nana is getting stronger everyday!  Also thankful for 2 boys that are doing extremely well in school!

In the kitchen… This will be my third week in a row of planning and making meals. Come back tomorrow to see my Menu Plan Monday post.

I am wearing… Still in my pj’s. My youngest is sick, so I am staying home with him while DH and DS#1 go to church.

I am creating… An organized house, at least I hope to. I managed to clean out 3 cabinets in the kitchen that were absolute disasters, and boy did I feel like I accomplished something.

I am going… To tackle my to-do list, and not just talk about it. I also want to work on more blog posts, including reading and writing more Simple Woman’s daybooks.

I am wondering... If Spring will make an early appearance this year. Considering there is an inch of snow on the ground, I am not too sure.  The groundhog says so, but I don’t think I believe him.

I am reading… Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks. And yes, it’s because I want to see the movie next weekend.

I am hoping… That things will slow down before baseball season starts back up.

I am looking forward to… Just being with my family. And making our home a haven.  I am starting to look forward to vacation in June, and hopefully a road trip in July.

I am learning…That life is short, you have to make the most of it before it’s too late.

Around the house… Just trying to keep things presentable. Making sure I am making the beds daily, and that the sink is empty. It really makes a big difference. And doing at least one load of laundry a day. I am also trying to keep up with ironing.

I am pondering… About several things.  In a previous daybook post, I talked about making a change.  I did make that change.  Here’s the catch: it has made this harder financially on our family.  I feel guilty because the hours really work well for me, physically & emotionally.  I am happy at work now, something I haven’t in a long while.  But like I said, it’s made it harder on my hubby because I don’t make as much as I used to.  So while I love my new position and new hours, I would be selfish to keep doing it if it is making it harder on him.

A favorite quote for today… “Can we play????” Wait, didn’t I say that in my last post?

One of my favorite things… Days off with hubby, cuddling on the couch and just relaxing together

A few plans for the rest of the week:

  • Monday~Work, than housework
  • Tuesday~Work
  • Wednesday~Working, picking Johnny up from Science Olympiad, and getting Johnny to confirmation classes.
  • Thursday~Working, housework, visiting my MIL for her birthday.
  • Friday~Working, than taking the car for inspection.
  • Saturday ~Sleeping in a bit, picking Johnny up from Science Olympiad practice, than stuff around the house.
  • Sunday~Baseball camp for Hubby and oldest, than Church, then relaxing at MIL’s.

A peek into my day…

daybook dinner graphic


For more Daybooks, please visit: The Simple Woman’s Daybook

Simple Woman’s Daybook~November 18th

FOR TODAY November 18, 2012

 

Outside my window… It’s a sunny right now, but very cold.  I am so ready for Spring right now.

I am thinking… That I can’t believe that Thanksgiving is this week.  Where has the year gone?  I have a lot to be thankful for.

I am thankful… Gee, where to start? I am thankful for my husband and kids.  I am thankful that we all survived Hurricane Sandy, with minimal discomfort. I am thankful that I have a roof over my head, food in our cabinets, and heat in our home.

In the kitchen… I am completely unmotivated in the kitchen right now. I did make a step forward by actually doing a meal plan this week.  Stop in tomorrow to see what it is!

I am wearing… I am wearing dress pants and a sweater for church today.

I am creating… A holiday ready home. I am trying to get in the Christmas spirit, and will begin decorating this week.

I am going… To enjoy the next two days off with my hubby and boys and try not to stress over work. I am also going to fully enjoy hubby’s vacation and his undivided attention!

I am wondering... If I will survive the holiday rush at work.  The craziness is starting already, and this post has new meaning!

I am reading…Nothing Right Now

I am hoping… That the changes I am planning will make a difference in how I see a situation.

I am looking forward to… Our trip to NYC on December 8th.  We have never been there before, so I am really looking forward to this new experience.

I am learning…That blogging is really great at this time of the year!

Around the house… Just trying to keep things presentable. Making sure I am making the beds daily, and that the sink is empty. It really makes a big difference. And doing at least one load of laundry a day.

I am pondering… Lots of things, all they are as discombobulated. Mostly trying to figure out how to make a change.

A favorite quote for today… “Mom where is my……<insert any imaginable item>?”

One of my favorite things… Days off with hubby, cuddling on the couch and just relaxing together

A few plans for the rest of the week:

  • Monday~Putting up the Christmas tree and other decorations. Pie fundraiser pick up in the evening.
  • Tuesday~Working, than Jeremy’s school conference. Maybe seeing Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 2 with hubby.
  • Wednesday~Working, then relaxing.
  • Thursday~Enjoying Thanksgiving with my family.
  • Friday~Working 5am-1pm, then going home to crash.
  • Saturday ~Working, then home to crash.
  • Sunday~Church, and watching football.

A peek into my day…

 


For more Daybooks, please visit: The Simple Woman’s Daybook

What I Learned This Week~March 27th

*I learned that I am so completely happy that baseball season is back. As much as I hate the bipolar weather, the constant running around, and the never-ending laundry train, I love watching my son playing and having fun.  I love watching my husband coach and bring out the best in every kid.  And I really love time spent with friends.

*I learned that moving from FT to PT was the best decision I could have made. I am much more content, and more bearable to live with.

*I learned that menu planning is a good thing. However, it is not good for accumulating gas points because you are not running to the store several times a week for forgotten items.  Thankfully, this week our store has several good coupons, and going more than once a week is not bad for the bank account and terrific for the gas points.

*I learned that I am very excited that it is staying light out later at night. It really does make a day seem more relaxing when it’s not spent in the dark.

*I learned that working on the weekend ranks right up there with cleaning the toilet with a toothbrush. Thankfully, it is less now that I cut down my hours.

*I learned that the game Apples To Apples can cause you to have to run to the ladies room several times an hour because you are laughing hysterically. And the new Sour Apples To Apples is just as fun as the original.  And I am so happy that I am home on Sundays to play it with my family!

I learned a few things along the way this week, some new, some the same old same old. How about you? Join in the fun to see what others are doing and to make new blog friends. For more WILTW, please visit Julie at From Inmates to Playdates!

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