Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Under Construction!
Just a warning. In the next few days I will be making some changes to the blog. Hopefully I can update it so it is more current.
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Where does the time go?
So, it seems like not so long ago we found out we were headed to San Diego. Now, we are just over 2 months out and I can't believe our time is drawing near. There is so much to do plus I am trying to finish school with the kids. Ya right. I keep finding things I want to do with them.
Anyway, we are all still alive. I'll post some pictures of the Aurora Borealis here soon. I got some good ones.
Anyway, we are all still alive. I'll post some pictures of the Aurora Borealis here soon. I got some good ones.
Friday, January 6, 2012
Slacker!
So, I'm a bit of a slacker. My parents are here for Christmas/New Years and we have been just enjoying the down time!
Some small news - we found out that in May/June - we will be moving to San Diego where Aaron will be stationed at Balboa Navy Medical Center. He will be doing a GI fellowship. 3 years in San Diego. I'm super excited that we will get a break from the snow.
Speaking of snow - enjoy this!
Some small news - we found out that in May/June - we will be moving to San Diego where Aaron will be stationed at Balboa Navy Medical Center. He will be doing a GI fellowship. 3 years in San Diego. I'm super excited that we will get a break from the snow.
Speaking of snow - enjoy this!
Monday, December 19, 2011
White Chicken Chili
I was looking for this post for a friend and realized I haven't put it on here. So, here you go. My award winning White Chicken Chili.
Lots of ingredients, but Delicious!!
1/4 cup Vegetable Oil (I use EVOO)
2 pounds diced, cooked chicken meat
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic
20 ounces chicken broth
1/2 cup salsa
2 cans petite-diced tomatoes
2 (7 oz each) cans diced green chilies
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground coriander seed (I usually make without!)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
4 (15 oz each) cans white beans (juices not drained)
2 cans corn (juices drained)
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
Heat oil and and cook onion and garlic until soft. Stir in broth, salsa, diced tomatoes, chilies and spices. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Add corn, chicken and beans. You can simmer for 5 minutes, but I have found it best to simmer for as long as possible up to an hour. Serve with toppings for people to choose from: cheese, avocado, sour cream, tortilla chips or cornbread. (Cornbread is my Favorite!!)
Lots of ingredients, but Delicious!!
1/4 cup Vegetable Oil (I use EVOO)
2 pounds diced, cooked chicken meat
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic
20 ounces chicken broth
1/2 cup salsa
2 cans petite-diced tomatoes
2 (7 oz each) cans diced green chilies
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground coriander seed (I usually make without!)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
4 (15 oz each) cans white beans (juices not drained)
2 cans corn (juices drained)
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
Heat oil and and cook onion and garlic until soft. Stir in broth, salsa, diced tomatoes, chilies and spices. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Add corn, chicken and beans. You can simmer for 5 minutes, but I have found it best to simmer for as long as possible up to an hour. Serve with toppings for people to choose from: cheese, avocado, sour cream, tortilla chips or cornbread. (Cornbread is my Favorite!!)
Monday, November 21, 2011
Month of Gratitude - Day 21
Okay, caught up. That was a lot. Sorry. Also, today is heavy. Sorry. Needed to do this.
Today, November 21st, Justin {my brother} would have turned 33. He is 1 year and 3 days older than me. He spent his life in a wheel chair making other people smile. I aspire to be like him one day. I don't remember much of life before he died. I was 7 years old and have blocked out life before 10. I guess that is my way of coping, but I remember stories. His favorite color was yellow. He called me Gigi and whenever my mom entered the room, he would say "Hey kid!" Yosh {my little brother Josh} was only 5 when Justin passed away. But the person Justin loved the most is my Dad. The sun rose and set in my Dad. This had to be incredibly hard for my mom, but she was always a trooper!
Justin spent most of his life in a nursing home for children. His physical and mental handicap's never got him down. He was always happy and was the bright spot in every person's eye he came across. Today, I am thankful for my knowledge of the Plan of Salvation and the knowledge that I have that I will once again be able to see him. I find comfort in my belief that he watches over me. I am sure he comforted my kids as I was being the wild child I was and reassured them that I would make the right choice. I think he would be so proud of me today.
I learned to serve at a young age as we would go visit him in his nursing home. I would help feed or play with other children that lived in the nursing home. Some of the stores I have heard are actually quite impressive. I think that serving others is a way that today, I can feel close to him. Even though it has been 24 years since he passed away, I can still feel him. I can't explain it, but I can feel him. I know he watches out for me. {I can} but I can't wait for the day that I get to put my arms around him. I was so young and didn't know what was going on. I don't remember saying goodbye to him. Sometimes, it seems so hard. Especially on days like today!
My Uncle Bret is a musical person and wrote a song for my parents from my brother. Below are some of the words. I honestly can't remember all the words and I don't have a copy, but it is comforting to at least sing the portions of the song that I can remember. I will also put on the bottom of this post a picture of a picture. This is all I have of him. Other than the love for him in my heart!!
Dear Mom and Dad,
I'm writing you this letter to try and help you understand.
I just had a talk with Heavenly Father, He says we'll have to do the best we can.
'Cause Mom and Dad, I'm not going to be like other kids, I won't be able to run and jump and play.
My mind will be as clear as any ones, but when it speaks, my body won't obey.
Mom and Dad, don't be upset. Mom and Dad, try not to forget.
God is up here watching and helping from above, oh Mom and Dad, I give you all my love.
Happy Birthday buddy!! I love you!
Today, November 21st, Justin {my brother} would have turned 33. He is 1 year and 3 days older than me. He spent his life in a wheel chair making other people smile. I aspire to be like him one day. I don't remember much of life before he died. I was 7 years old and have blocked out life before 10. I guess that is my way of coping, but I remember stories. His favorite color was yellow. He called me Gigi and whenever my mom entered the room, he would say "Hey kid!" Yosh {my little brother Josh} was only 5 when Justin passed away. But the person Justin loved the most is my Dad. The sun rose and set in my Dad. This had to be incredibly hard for my mom, but she was always a trooper!
Justin spent most of his life in a nursing home for children. His physical and mental handicap's never got him down. He was always happy and was the bright spot in every person's eye he came across. Today, I am thankful for my knowledge of the Plan of Salvation and the knowledge that I have that I will once again be able to see him. I find comfort in my belief that he watches over me. I am sure he comforted my kids as I was being the wild child I was and reassured them that I would make the right choice. I think he would be so proud of me today.
I learned to serve at a young age as we would go visit him in his nursing home. I would help feed or play with other children that lived in the nursing home. Some of the stores I have heard are actually quite impressive. I think that serving others is a way that today, I can feel close to him. Even though it has been 24 years since he passed away, I can still feel him. I can't explain it, but I can feel him. I know he watches out for me. {I can} but I can't wait for the day that I get to put my arms around him. I was so young and didn't know what was going on. I don't remember saying goodbye to him. Sometimes, it seems so hard. Especially on days like today!
My Uncle Bret is a musical person and wrote a song for my parents from my brother. Below are some of the words. I honestly can't remember all the words and I don't have a copy, but it is comforting to at least sing the portions of the song that I can remember. I will also put on the bottom of this post a picture of a picture. This is all I have of him. Other than the love for him in my heart!!
Dear Mom and Dad,
I'm writing you this letter to try and help you understand.
I just had a talk with Heavenly Father, He says we'll have to do the best we can.
'Cause Mom and Dad, I'm not going to be like other kids, I won't be able to run and jump and play.
My mind will be as clear as any ones, but when it speaks, my body won't obey.
Mom and Dad, don't be upset. Mom and Dad, try not to forget.
God is up here watching and helping from above, oh Mom and Dad, I give you all my love.
Happy Birthday buddy!! I love you!
Month of Gratitude - Day 20
Oh dear. Home from church with the kids today. Justin started throwing up late last night so that means mom and kids stay home from church. Aaron has Bishopric meetings before and after church, so kids can't go with him. Today I am super thankful for Washing Machines and their ability to get out chuncks without me having to pick them off. YUCK!!!
Month of Gratitude - Day 19
Costco!! Need I say more? I love Costco. Carne Asada bake.....bulk veggies/fruit....heavy whipping cream. I know, such random items. Samples...smiles and running into friends. Our membership at Costco pays for itself!! Love you Costco!
Month of Gratitude - Day 18
Today, we took Aaron's car to get the snow tires on. The AWESOME shop that we took the cars too are so good. They could have taken us for more money, but they were very honest and good to work with. They made sure we didn't pay for anything that could be billed to the insurance. ANYTHING!! I am so thankful when we come across good honest people who hold their integrity as highly as I do!!
There are good guys still out there!! We need to make sure we are being the good guys that we want out there!!
There are good guys still out there!! We need to make sure we are being the good guys that we want out there!!
Month of Gratitude - Day 17
Aaron has been sick. He doesn't get sick often, but they cancelled his clinic Tuesday afternoon and all day yesterday. I'm super thankful today for his job and the wonderful people {for the most part} that he works with. That they understand how good of a person Aaron is and his dedication to his job and his patients. He works so hard day in and day out. He is dedicated to his patients and the nurses he works with. Everyone loves Aaron. He is such a good guy. Good job for a good guy! Perfect fit!!
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