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Browsing Archive: July, 2011

Weekly ~Menu~ July 31- August 4

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, July 30, 2011, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Sunday(31):
B~ pancakes, fruits, bacon
L~ sausages, mac & cheese
D~ Pinto beans & rice, cornbread, salad

Monday(1):
B~ eggs, toast & applebutter, hot tea
L~ bean burritos, sour cream & guacamole, salad
D~ frito pie, salad

Tuesday(2):
B~ oatmeal, bananas, hard boiled eggs
L~ baked potatoes topped with leftover chili pie mix, or southwest chicken salad w/cilantro-lime dressing
D~ ravioli, bread, salad

Wednesday(3):
B~ pancakes, fruit
L~ chicken salad, fruit salad
D~ garlic chicken w/ angel hair pasta with asp...
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Baked Chocolate Chip French Toast

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 26, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 

 Baked Chocolate Chip French Toast

1 loaf bread( I use my homemade Amish Bread)
8 eggs
cinnamon
chocolate chips

1. Layer the bottom of a greased 13x9 pan with bread.
2. Beat eggs and cinnamon together; and pour half of the mixture on top.
3. Add another layer of bread.
4. Pour the rest of the eggs on top. Spread with the back of a spoon to cover all breads with egg mixture.
5. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight. Or bake immediately.
6. Bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes, until eggs are cooked...
Continue reading ...
 

Area Cleaning ~ Living room/Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 25, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
5 Minutes a day will Bless your Family!

 Living Room/Family Room
Monday~ vacuum under couch and chair cushions
Tuesday~ detail dust and clean ceiling fan and light switches
Wednesday~ clean baseboards
Thursday~ detail dust
Friday~ detail vacuum, around baseboards and moving furniture

 When you are finished add "Beauty"! A candle, fresh cut flowers from your garden, or a Bath & Body Works Wallflower. 
 
Continue reading ...
 

Menu Plan~ July 24-30

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 22, 2011, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ french toast
~ pancakes
~ eggs and bacon and toast
~ oatmeal
~ banana chocolate chip muffins
~ fruits

Lunches:
~ leftovers from dinners
~ tuna
~ egg salad
~ turkey or ham sandwiches on homemade breads
~ turkey and cheese wraps
~ grilled cheese on homemade bread

Dinners:
S(24)~ meatloaf, mashed red potatoes, roasted squash & zucchini (from garden!)
M(25)~ Spaghetti, salad, bread 

T(26)~ grilled chicken, sweet potatoes, garden veggies, salad
W(27)~ meatloaf sandwiches, baked potatoes, salad
T(28)~ S...
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My Daily Schedule~ Summer

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 15, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 

My Daily Schedule

This is not exact , but this is what my normal day looks like. *Revised for 2011*

MOMS SCHEDULE:Summer schedule*


*The schedule is basically the same for school days, but morning routines are an hour earlier and earlier dinner and bedtime*

6:00 - wake, contacts, shower, dress

6:20- bible reading, devotional, coffee/tea

7:00/8- make breakfast~ Read Psalm and a Proverbs while kids eat

7:30- treadmill (right now I'm doing Couch to 5k iPhone app)

8:00- Table chores/Prep for dinner/ crock...


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Weekly Menu~ July17-23

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 15, 2011, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
breakfasts: eggs, oatmeal, pancakes, french toast, fruits

lunches: egg salad, tuna salad, turkey, roast beef, ham, fruits, veggies, chips & salsa

Dinners:
S(17)~ Turkey burgers, chips & salsa, pasta salad, salad
M(18)~ Penne & meat sauce, bread, salad
T(19)~ roast, mashed red potatoes, carrots, cornbread, salad
W(20)~ chicken and bean burritos
T(21)~ tacos, salad, chips & salsa
F(22)~ BBQ chicken, baked potatoes, beans, salad
S(23)~ Pizza, salad

Desserts/Snacks:
~popcorn, protein popsicles, yogurt, frui...
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Thankful Thursday~ My Family

Posted by Holly Nelson on Thursday, July 14, 2011, In : Thankful Thursday 

Ps128:3 Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house; your sons
will be like olive shoots around your table.
Now this is what I am most thankful for this Thursday! My happy family.

And this is an honest picture of all of us. This was taken on a very hot afternoon. One of my dearest friends came in town. I had not seen her in almost 9 years!!! The boys were all doing their "country boy" things, running around everywhere. My husband had come home to work on our broken down van. But, ...
Continue reading ...
 

Southwestern Couscous Salad

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, July 13, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 

 1 box of couscous, cooked as directed
1/4 C fresh cilantro, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can whole kernel corn, drained 
1 zucchini, peeled and chopped
a few dashed of ancho chili(or regular chili powder) powder

1. Make couscous as directed on box.
2. Chopped all veggies.
3. Put all veggie ingredients in a bowl.
4. When Couscous is done, fluff with a fork. Then add to bowl of veggies.
5. Mix and serve! 
* I served my salad with Nachos.  
 ver...

Continue reading ...
 

Daily Chores/Routines

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 12, 2011, In : Tip of the Week 
I have added my routine of Daily Chores. I hope this helps you understand how I can get it all done. I have changed it up a bit since I started this website. Hopefully this example will help you make your own Routine of Daily Chores.

Daily Chores

Monday~ Cleaning Laundry Day
Tuesday~ Kitchen/Baking Day
Wednesday~ Office Day
Thursday~ Town Day
Friday~ Gardening Day
Saturday~ Family Fun Day
Sunday~ The Lord's Day 
 


  ~ Blessings~ 


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Making your House a Home

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 11, 2011, In : Tip of the Week 

 Making your house a home:                             

"She senses that her gain is good;her lamp does not go out at night." Proverbs 31:18

1.  "Mess causes stress". Declutter your house 15 minutes a day. If it really needs it; work 45 minutes, then take a 15 minute break to drink water.

2. Dark rooms are depressing. "Open the House", by opening windows every morning. Allow natural light to come in the house.

3. Keep your daily cleaning routines, but be flexible. If you didn't get it done, don't...


Continue reading ...
 

A Tour of our Dirty Van

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, July 6, 2011, In : It's a Boy's Life! 
A friend of mine asked to see pictures of my van. So I thought I would share with you!

WARNING!! This van is very dirty! I cannot keep dirt and dust out of it! 

You know we dirt bike at a track almost every weekend. 
 What can I say?! Dirt bike tracks are...well, DIRTY!



Hubby was working on our van last night. The computer went out. Not cheap!


 View from very front of van
~ in front of baby seat: basket with towels and extra clothes
~ Under that row: 2 folded blanket for spur-of-the-moment picnics a...

Continue reading ...
 

God's Miracle~ Hours from Death

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 5, 2011, In : It's a BOYS Life! 

 Jack started violently screaming and throwing up Thursday. As a mom of 6 kids for 14 years, I had never seen such a thing in my life. I had never seen such agony. And when I saw blood in his diaper I knew it was intestinal.

  We spent hours in LeBonheur ER. I was persistent that he was not just dehydrated from a virus. Not that I think I know it all! And I really know nothing at all about medical issues. 

 I'm just a momma. Momma's just know! And this momma knew. His IV's kept blowing because ...

Continue reading ...
 

Weekly Menu~ July 3-9

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 5, 2011, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ eggs, oatmeal, french toast, pancakes

Lunches:
~ tuna, egg salad, PB&J
~ veggies and fruits
~ applesauce

Dinners:
S(3)~ BBQ potluck
M(4)~ sandwiches, and sides
T(5)~ Ravioli, salad
W(6)~ Shrimp Tacos
T(7)~ Chicken strips, sweet potatoes, salad
F(8)~ hot dogs, homemade chips, veggie tray, fruits
S(9)~ eggs/leftovers

Snacks/Desserts:
~ hard boiled eggs
~ popcorn
~ yogurt
~ yogurt and fruit
~ protein Popsicle
~ PB toast
~ PB and apples
~ oatmeal
~ skinny mochas
~ caramel frappachino
 

Continue reading ...
 
 
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Browsing Archive: July, 2011

Weekly ~Menu~ July 31- August 4

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, July 30, 2011, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Sunday(31):
B~ pancakes, fruits, bacon
L~ sausages, mac & cheese
D~ Pinto beans & rice, cornbread, salad

Monday(1):
B~ eggs, toast & applebutter, hot tea
L~ bean burritos, sour cream & guacamole, salad
D~ frito pie, salad

Tuesday(2):
B~ oatmeal, bananas, hard boiled eggs
L~ baked potatoes topped with leftover chili pie mix, or southwest chicken salad w/cilantro-lime dressing
D~ ravioli, bread, salad

Wednesday(3):
B~ pancakes, fruit
L~ chicken salad, fruit salad
D~ garlic chicken w/ angel hair pasta with asp...
Continue reading ...
 

Baked Chocolate Chip French Toast

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 26, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 

 Baked Chocolate Chip French Toast

1 loaf bread( I use my homemade Amish Bread)
8 eggs
cinnamon
chocolate chips

1. Layer the bottom of a greased 13x9 pan with bread.
2. Beat eggs and cinnamon together; and pour half of the mixture on top.
3. Add another layer of bread.
4. Pour the rest of the eggs on top. Spread with the back of a spoon to cover all breads with egg mixture.
5. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight. Or bake immediately.
6. Bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes, until eggs are cooked...
Continue reading ...
 

Area Cleaning ~ Living room/Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 25, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
5 Minutes a day will Bless your Family!

 Living Room/Family Room
Monday~ vacuum under couch and chair cushions
Tuesday~ detail dust and clean ceiling fan and light switches
Wednesday~ clean baseboards
Thursday~ detail dust
Friday~ detail vacuum, around baseboards and moving furniture

 When you are finished add "Beauty"! A candle, fresh cut flowers from your garden, or a Bath & Body Works Wallflower. 
 
Continue reading ...
 

Menu Plan~ July 24-30

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 22, 2011, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ french toast
~ pancakes
~ eggs and bacon and toast
~ oatmeal
~ banana chocolate chip muffins
~ fruits

Lunches:
~ leftovers from dinners
~ tuna
~ egg salad
~ turkey or ham sandwiches on homemade breads
~ turkey and cheese wraps
~ grilled cheese on homemade bread

Dinners:
S(24)~ meatloaf, mashed red potatoes, roasted squash & zucchini (from garden!)
M(25)~ Spaghetti, salad, bread 

T(26)~ grilled chicken, sweet potatoes, garden veggies, salad
W(27)~ meatloaf sandwiches, baked potatoes, salad
T(28)~ S...
Continue reading ...
 

My Daily Schedule~ Summer

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 15, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 

My Daily Schedule

This is not exact , but this is what my normal day looks like. *Revised for 2011*

MOMS SCHEDULE:Summer schedule*


*The schedule is basically the same for school days, but morning routines are an hour earlier and earlier dinner and bedtime*

6:00 - wake, contacts, shower, dress

6:20- bible reading, devotional, coffee/tea

7:00/8- make breakfast~ Read Psalm and a Proverbs while kids eat

7:30- treadmill (right now I'm doing Couch to 5k iPhone app)

8:00- Table chores/Prep for dinner/ crock...


Continue reading ...
 

Weekly Menu~ July17-23

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 15, 2011, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
breakfasts: eggs, oatmeal, pancakes, french toast, fruits

lunches: egg salad, tuna salad, turkey, roast beef, ham, fruits, veggies, chips & salsa

Dinners:
S(17)~ Turkey burgers, chips & salsa, pasta salad, salad
M(18)~ Penne & meat sauce, bread, salad
T(19)~ roast, mashed red potatoes, carrots, cornbread, salad
W(20)~ chicken and bean burritos
T(21)~ tacos, salad, chips & salsa
F(22)~ BBQ chicken, baked potatoes, beans, salad
S(23)~ Pizza, salad

Desserts/Snacks:
~popcorn, protein popsicles, yogurt, frui...
Continue reading ...
 

Thankful Thursday~ My Family

Posted by Holly Nelson on Thursday, July 14, 2011, In : Thankful Thursday 

Ps128:3 Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house; your sons
will be like olive shoots around your table.
Now this is what I am most thankful for this Thursday! My happy family.

And this is an honest picture of all of us. This was taken on a very hot afternoon. One of my dearest friends came in town. I had not seen her in almost 9 years!!! The boys were all doing their "country boy" things, running around everywhere. My husband had come home to work on our broken down van. But, ...
Continue reading ...
 

Southwestern Couscous Salad

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, July 13, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week 

 1 box of couscous, cooked as directed
1/4 C fresh cilantro, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can whole kernel corn, drained 
1 zucchini, peeled and chopped
a few dashed of ancho chili(or regular chili powder) powder

1. Make couscous as directed on box.
2. Chopped all veggies.
3. Put all veggie ingredients in a bowl.
4. When Couscous is done, fluff with a fork. Then add to bowl of veggies.
5. Mix and serve! 
* I served my salad with Nachos.  
 ver...

Continue reading ...
 

Daily Chores/Routines

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 12, 2011, In : Tip of the Week 
I have added my routine of Daily Chores. I hope this helps you understand how I can get it all done. I have changed it up a bit since I started this website. Hopefully this example will help you make your own Routine of Daily Chores.

Daily Chores

Monday~ Cleaning Laundry Day
Tuesday~ Kitchen/Baking Day
Wednesday~ Office Day
Thursday~ Town Day
Friday~ Gardening Day
Saturday~ Family Fun Day
Sunday~ The Lord's Day 
 


  ~ Blessings~ 


Continue reading ...
 

Making your House a Home

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 11, 2011, In : Tip of the Week 

 Making your house a home:                             

"She senses that her gain is good;her lamp does not go out at night." Proverbs 31:18

1.  "Mess causes stress". Declutter your house 15 minutes a day. If it really needs it; work 45 minutes, then take a 15 minute break to drink water.

2. Dark rooms are depressing. "Open the House", by opening windows every morning. Allow natural light to come in the house.

3. Keep your daily cleaning routines, but be flexible. If you didn't get it done, don't...


Continue reading ...
 

A Tour of our Dirty Van

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, July 6, 2011, In : It's a Boy's Life! 
A friend of mine asked to see pictures of my van. So I thought I would share with you!

WARNING!! This van is very dirty! I cannot keep dirt and dust out of it! 

You know we dirt bike at a track almost every weekend. 
 What can I say?! Dirt bike tracks are...well, DIRTY!



Hubby was working on our van last night. The computer went out. Not cheap!


 View from very front of van
~ in front of baby seat: basket with towels and extra clothes
~ Under that row: 2 folded blanket for spur-of-the-moment picnics a...

Continue reading ...
 

God's Miracle~ Hours from Death

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 5, 2011, In : It's a BOYS Life! 

 Jack started violently screaming and throwing up Thursday. As a mom of 6 kids for 14 years, I had never seen such a thing in my life. I had never seen such agony. And when I saw blood in his diaper I knew it was intestinal.

  We spent hours in LeBonheur ER. I was persistent that he was not just dehydrated from a virus. Not that I think I know it all! And I really know nothing at all about medical issues. 

 I'm just a momma. Momma's just know! And this momma knew. His IV's kept blowing because ...

Continue reading ...
 

Weekly Menu~ July 3-9

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 5, 2011, In : Weekly Menu Plan 
Breakfasts:
~ eggs, oatmeal, french toast, pancakes

Lunches:
~ tuna, egg salad, PB&J
~ veggies and fruits
~ applesauce

Dinners:
S(3)~ BBQ potluck
M(4)~ sandwiches, and sides
T(5)~ Ravioli, salad
W(6)~ Shrimp Tacos
T(7)~ Chicken strips, sweet potatoes, salad
F(8)~ hot dogs, homemade chips, veggie tray, fruits
S(9)~ eggs/leftovers

Snacks/Desserts:
~ hard boiled eggs
~ popcorn
~ yogurt
~ yogurt and fruit
~ protein Popsicle
~ PB toast
~ PB and apples
~ oatmeal
~ skinny mochas
~ caramel frappachino
 

Continue reading ...
 
 

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Holly Nelson Mom to 6 Sons // Saved by Grace // Lover of Chocolate, Laughter, Love, Nature, Camping, Simplicity,and Family
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