Sunday, January 30, 2011

We're bringing '80's back


with skinny jeans (cute rhinestones on the back), headbands, side ponytails, the half tucked in shirt, and bedazzled pumps!

How to make the perfect cupcake party: step 7




Looking the part with deliciously yummy cupcake flavored lip gloss!

Saturday, January 29, 2011

How to make the perfect cupcake party: step 6


Just because these glitter stickers look good enough to eat!

Friday, January 28, 2011

How to make the perfect cupcake party: step 5


And just if you were wondering, the only type of "bubbly" at this cupcake extravaganza will be the kind that comes with a wand and leaves you with sticky fingers!

Thursday, January 27, 2011

How to make the perfect cupcake party: step 4


Having the right equipment and being prepared just because "boo boos" happen.

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Teddy Bear Day!



Yesterday at it was "teddy bear day" at preschool and all the kids were asked to bring their favorite one! They told "teddy bear" stories, baked yummy "teddy bear" cookies, made "teddy bear" crafts, and went on a "teddy bear" adventure!

How to make the perfect cupcake party: step 3

Finding the right bag!





Tuesday, January 25, 2011

How to reinvent your wardrobe without breaking your budget

Do you have closets full of clothes but somehow never have anything to wear??? Well, I have the solution for you (and it is absolutely NOT buying another stitch), but reinventing the things you already have. This blockbuster ("The Lucky Shopping Manual"~Kim France & Andrea Linett) and it's sequel ("The Lucky Guide To Mastering Any Style"~Kim France & Andrea Linett) will help you do just that!!

How to make the perfect cupcake party: step 2


Accessorize, accessorize, accessorize!




Monday, January 24, 2011

Taco Skillet Pie

This recipe I founded today in Parents Magazine while waiting for my girls at dance, so great and easy I thought I would share.


Ingredients:
1 pound lean ground beef
1 can (19 ounces) black beans with liquid
1 can (14.5 ounces) petite-cut zesty jalapeno tomatoes
1 package (1.25 ounces) mild taco seasoning
1 pouch (6.5 ounces) cornbread mix
2 large eggs
1/3 cup low fat milk
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup Mexican-blend cheese mix

Directions:
1. Heat oven to 425 degrees F. In large ovenproof skillet, cook beef over medium heat until browned. Drain fat if necessary. Stir in black beans, tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Bring mixture to boil over high heat. Cook 1 minute.
2. Prepare cornbread according to package directions using eggs, milk, and oil in the amount shown in the ingredients list. Spoon cornbread onto hot taco mixture. Bake 15 minutes. Sprinkle top with cheese and continue baking 5 minutes or until cornbread is golden brown. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

How to make the perfect cupcake party: step 1




It all begins with the right outfit.

Saturday, January 22, 2011

Meet Henry









Tonight we went up to J&K's to bring some yummy casseroles to stock up their freezer (actually we just told them that so we could hold and oogle over baby Henry)...isn't he just the cutest baby boy ever???

Paigey's "piered" ears







3 1/2 years ago we let Piper pierce her ears on her 4th birthday, and ever since Paigey has wanted "piered" ears as well. So being the big four year old day next week, we decided to take her to the mall to pick out earrings and have it finally done. She absolutely LOVES them and especially LOVES being just like her big sis!!

Friday, January 21, 2011

Is there anyone out there


that is anticipating the release of this movie as much as me??

Saturday, January 15, 2011

My Karate Kids








Today we spent the afternoon at a local karate club for a birthday party of one of the boys in Piper's class. Younger siblings were also able to participate, making the party even funner (as Paigey enjoyed it much more than her older sister did). She also made a point of how great the instructor was; I think the comment was "I want to marry Mr. M when I grow up"!!I guess the apple doesn't fall from the tree, as I enjoyed watching his karate moves too!!

Friday, January 14, 2011

Welcome



to this wonderful world Hendrick Theodore and congrats J&K!!

Sunday, January 9, 2011

Snow Day






This beautiful Sunday morning we awoke to 4 inches of fresh fallen snow, and if you are not from these parts, this is a real rare occurrence. It only took the girls a total of 30 seconds to compile their snow clothes (over their jammies) and head outside!!

It is so fun expecting a baby...







...when it's your friends that are having it!!
Today we spent the afternoon at J & K's helping them prepare the nursery for their special delivery (scheduled to be born later this week). We cannot wait to share their joy when this little baby boy is born!!