So what's been happening? What did you miss? A little of everything.
Life in General
The biggest reason there haven't been any posts? Not even of what I have been up to in the kitchen? DH and I went on a diet *GASP*! I know, I can barely believe it myself. I have been soda-free for 16 days *double GASP* - and it is killing me! (Hi, my name is Jenny and I am a Mountain Dew addict) Because of this diet there haven't been any exciting recipes to share but hopefully I'll come up with something soon. My pants are already a teeny-tiny bit looser (yay!)... but this is hard. Thankfully, when I have a bad craving day like today, DH tries really hard to provide the moral support needed from a diet buddy. At my office some of my coworkers know what I am doing and are also very supportive and full of praise ~ this kind of back up is one of a kind and truly appreciated.
We had the carpet cleaned at the house... they didn't do as good of a job as I expected but it does look somewhat better than before.
I was in a car accident. Long story, not in the mood to tell it but if you ask me about it one-on-one I will share all the details.
Milestones
Aggie turned 10!! Sounds silly to say but I am grateful everyday that I have him in my life. Before becoming his human companion, I had only experienced "shared" dogs, you know, like when your parents get a dog for you and your 3 siblings to "share", get what I mean? He is my little puppy doodles who constantly wants to follow my commands to make me happy, stingy with his kisses, always hungry and willing to eat whatever is offered (or not), a constant visitor at the vet's office for a number of issues, amiable with DH and myself but not with most other humans, old-man cute and most recently a pirate.
 |
| Yes doctor, I'm on the treadmill every day... |
My older sister, also known as Candela and her husband had their 20 year wedding anniversary! I totally spaced it even though I had a reminder in my phone and just realized it the other day as I was going through all the important dates in my calendar - what a doofus! But I think it is an awesome occasion with the proof of their success evidenced in their three kiddos, not many people achieve this milestone anymore so be proud of yourselves and may you be happy together for many more years!
Chains do not hold a marriage together. It is threads, hundreds of tiny threads which sew people together through the years. ~Simone Signoret
 |
| It is really hard to find a picture of just the two lovebirds, so instead here is one with their kiddos as well. Please notice that the youngest child in blue is smiling (a rare thing for him in pics) this is because I bribed him with $1. |
Transitions
My intern Mary finished her internship with us and graduated from her MSW program. I couldn't be happier for her but miss her every day. In the process, she completed a much needed program evaluation on one of my star programs, an invaluable contribution!
After 6 years with AT&T I switched to Verizon. DH made that transition over a year ago because of his phone so it wasn't that bad. My contract was done and my phone was falling apart. Why is this a transition big enough to mention here? Because I went from my beloved Palm to a Droid Pro. Mind you, I started using my first Palm back in December of 2000 and have been a loyal user but with the company being defunct there was no other option (and no, the iPhone was not an option, I don't like Apple products). It hasn't been as hard to adjust as I expected it to be, but the Droid Pro and I are still just getting to know one another. You can still hear me asking a few times a day: babe, why the f@$k is this not working like I want it to.... ah life.
If you have Verizon, we can talk to each other via cell phone without incurring any charges or using minutes! Yay!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your accident, hope you are OK. If you are on a low carb diet, I have lots of yummy suggestions for you so you won't feel deprived.
Love you,
Patty
Jenny!
ReplyDeleteI have a few good recipies if you want them! Good luck on the diet. You are beautiful person regardless, but I understand the struggle. Hope you are okay.
Love,
Erika
Hi Ladies!
ReplyDeleteThanks for both of your comments, they are much appreciated! We are doing low carb and oh my god I never realized how many freaking carbs in a day I eat (tortillas, rice, pasta, bread, soda, and the list goes on...) so I like to say we are on a high protein and veggie diet instead. Any recipes and/or tricks would be much appreciated, welcomed and desired, so send away!
Much love,
Jenny
Hope the diet is going well Jenny!
ReplyDeleteOkay, so this is my favorite new thing. I am not sure if you like cabbage, but I call this my antioxidant slaw because it is so healthy. It makes a lot.
Half head of purple cabbage
2 carrots
1 small purple onion
3 beets
I shred the cabbage on a mandoline, rinse in colander, and sprkinle about 1 tsp salt on the cabbage and toss. Let stand for 2-3 hours until dry.
Peel and shred carrots and beets. The beets bleed, so be careful. Slice the onion (I use 1/2-1 onion depending on how strong it is) on the mandoline.
Add all veggies into a bowl and toss.
To make the dressing, in a separate bowl, I mix olive oil, apple cider vinegar (I can't give good amounts because it depends on how you like your dressing or how much you want), a tablespoon or squirt of brown mustard, celery seeds, pepper, and a teaspoon or two of honey (or splenda), wisk it all up and add it to the slaw and toss. I may add a little more salt if it needs it. It lasts in the fridge for a few days, and I love it, and it is super healthy and a great summer side (or for me, lunch and dinner. :)
Love,
Erika