On The Menu This Week

Well, spring is officially here

although it doesn't quite feel like it yet

as we still have a lot of snow on the ground.

My menu this week incorporates

some spring veggies

like spinach & asparagus.

I can't wait until I can pick my own though!

Monday

Turkey Chili 

(double batch - one for the freezer)

Cornbread Muffins

(double batch - one for the freezer)

Parslied Carrots

Spinach Salad

Brownie Sundae

Tuesday

Chicken & Rice Bake

Minted Peas

Cauliflower & Cheese Sauce

Vanilla Ice Cream w/Sliced Strawberries

Wednesday

Spaghetti & Meat Sauce

(double batch - one for the freezer)

Garlic Bread

Cesar Salad

Coconut Fun Chippers

Thursday

Smothered Swiss Steak

(Freezer Meal)

Perogies

Garlic Green Beans

Steamed Asparagus with Lemon Butter

Brownies

Friday

Pizza & Movie Night

Cesar Salad

Fruit Platter & Strawberry Dip

Saturday

Crockpot Cheesy Spaghetti

(double batch - one for the freezer)

Broccoli w/cheese sauce

Tossed Salad

Easter Cupcakes

Sunday

Roasted Turkey

Mashed Potatoes

Stuffing

Gravy

Parmesan Cheese Baked Asparagus

Glazed Carrots

Tossed Salad

Lemon Meringue Pie

What's on your menu this week?

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~Finding the amazing in the simple~

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Alana

The Simple Woman's Daybook

For today...

Sunday, March 25, 2018

Looking out my window...

I am thinking...

Of spring and spring projects.

I am thankful for...

Safe traveling for family over winter roads

the past few months.

One of my favorite things...

Sunshine!

I am creating...

Easter cards.

I am wearing...

Jeans & a blue sweatshirt,

I am hearing...

The radio.

I am reading...

"Helen of Sparta" by Amalia Carosella

I am learning...

To not base life on feelings.

Around the house...

Touches of spring are appearing.

In my kitchen...

Monday: Turkey Chili

Tuesday: Chicken & Rice Bake

Wednesday: Spaghetti & Meat Sauce

Thursday: Smothered Swiss Steak

Friday: Pizza Night

Saturday: Crockpot Cheesy Spaghetti

Sunday: Easter Dinner

In my garden...

Pondering these words...

"Easter says you can put truth in a grave,

but it won't stay there."

~Clarence W. Hall~

A few plans for the rest of the week...

Monday: Early work meeting, work, Horticultural Society Meeting

Tuesday: Work

Wednesday: House Work, Errands & Dentist

Thursday: Work

Friday: Good Friday Service

Saturday: Prep for Sunday Guests

Sunday: Easter Sunday

A moment from my day...

Hubby adding grow lights into my indoor greenhouse.

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~Finding the amazing in the simple~

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Alana

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Weekend Ramblings

This past weekend hubby & I went for a weekend ramble.

We love to get out and explore new trails

and take photos as we ramble along.

It is so relaxing just to get outside

and explore.

This time we explored the

Elizabeth Hall Wetlands.

The river bottom is one of our favorite places to go

but we have never explored

the opposite side before.

The Elizabeth Hall Wetlands is a nature reserve

with viewing areas and blinds to watch the wildlife.

It was still pretty frozen over

except in one little corner.

I was surprised to see so many ducks,

a sure sign spring is closer than it seems.

Not many people seem to have been through this area

and it was neat to see so many animal tracks in the snow.

We are looking forward to going back

and exploring this once the snow is gone.

Do you have favorite places you like to explore?

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~Finding the amazing in the simple~

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Alana

Early Spring Wreath & Evening Work

What a winter we have been having.

It has been hard to get into spring mode

while everything is still buried under a few feet of snow.

It is very unusual for us for this time of year.

With the snow, cold weather and short days

I have to admit that all I want to do

when I get home from work is be a couch potato.

But, I want to be more productive

so I am trying to do a small evening project each evening.

Did I mention I am a morning person?

This evening project is a challenge for me

but when I get it accomplished

I feel awesome!

This evening's project was to make a wreath

for my back door.

I wanted something that said "early spring".

I am not ready to do florals yet

with all the snow.

It just doesn't feel right.

I did, however, fall in love

with the pussy willows

and light shades of green

while I was browsing at Michaels.

I was very pleased with the finished look

and it feels just right

for the season we are currently in.

How about you?

Are you ready for spring?

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~Finding the amazing in the simple~

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Alana

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 Life and Linda for Dishing It & Digging It Link Party
 Dwelling-The Heart of Your Home for Amaze Me Monday
 Between Naps on the Porch for Metamorphosis Monday
The Dedicated House for Make It Pretty Monday

Back Door Christmas Welcome

We live in a small town

where friends & family

always come through the back door.

Our back door says "Welcome home!"

after a long day away at work.

Or

"Welcome! We are so glad you came!"

to our friends.

I love coming around the corner

and seeing our cozy little nook

at the back door.

It has a way of warming the heart

before you're even in the door.

Do you decorate at your back door?

~Finding the amazing in the simple~

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Alana

On The Menu This Week

Planning my weekly menu ahead of time

is a life saver in so many ways -

it not only saves us money but not eating out as often

but we also eat healthier.

Here's what's on the menu for this week.

Monday

Chicken & Peppers

Rice

Asian Salad

Tuesday

Oven Fried Chicken

(double batch)

Mashed Potatoes

Gravy

Oven Baked Zucchini

Tossed Salad

Wednesday

 Crockpot Salisbury Steak

(double batch)

Perogies

Garlic Green Beans

Turnip

Thursday

Porcupine Meatballs

(freezer meal)

Rice

Peas & Carrots

Tossed Salad

Friday

Pizza & Movie Night

Saturday

Roast Chicken

Mashed Potatoes

Gravy

Broccoli w/Cheese Sauce

Corn

Sunday

Christmas Eve Dinner @ Parents

Do you plan your meals ahead of time?

~Finding the amazing in the simple~

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Alana

The Simple Woman's Daybook

For today...

Sunday, December 17, 2017

Looking out my window... 

I am thinking...

Of Christmas plans.

I am thankful for...

Restful Sundays

One of my favorite things...

The smell of baking coming from the kitchen.

I am creating...

An album of our family events for my parents.

I am wearing...

Black leggings & a purple plaid flannel shirt.

I am hearing...

The wind blowing around outside,

the dishwasher running,

and Christmas music.

I am reading...

"The Physician" by Noah Gordon

I am still hoping...

To go to the mountains before the new year.

I am learning...

That I do best when I stick to my schedule.

Around the house...

It is looking cozy.

In my kitchen...

Monday: Chicken Stir-Fry

Tuesday: Oven Fried Chicken

Wednesday: Salisbury Steak

Thursday: Porcupine Meatballs

Friday: Pizza Night

Saturday: Roast Chicken

Sunday: Christmas Eve Supper @ Parents

In my garden...

Pondering these words...

"Every time you choose to do the easy thing, instead of the right thing,

you are shaping your identity,

becoming the type of person who does what's easy,

rather than what's right."

~from "The Miracle Morning" by Hal Elord

A few plans for the rest of the week...

Work, Work on scrapbooking album

Housework & Christmas baking,

shopping & Date Night

A moment from my day...



~Finding the amazing in the simple~

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Alana

I am joining...

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