So obviously I have had a wonderful birthday because it has taken me until now to write about it.
First gotta give a shout out to mom and dad for having me! Then a big thank you to me for staying alive and living this wonderful life! Then who would I be without all my crazy friends and family (they are crazy too, even my in laws!)
We had a wonderful dinner for 16 at Seasons. The same week an article was published about how Seasons is expensive, but so worth it for that special occasion. And it was.
I started the month off with some good cocktails at the bar (which is a rare occasion with two little ones). Then my sisters and mama and I went to the spa to be pampered with Aveda products for 3 hours!
Finally it was time to bake and get the house ready for all the out-of-towners coming in to have a birthday weekend!
The old Burque Crew goes way back to when I was underage and drinking! Jumping off roofs, water fights, BBQ's, shoulders to cry on, Halloween Parties, Thanksgiving in Angel Fire, NY, Taos, Phoenix, Denver, Bend, Ft. Collins...the list goes on. My friends like to laugh, party, and make memories!
My birthday was no exception! Late night at Monte Vista, hiking, breakfast, Apples to Apples, wine, Dave cooking dinner, and partying for my birthday (although I made an early exit that night if you know what I mean! Too much Crown, but from what I remember a freaking great time!
Then my brothers from other mothers showed up for the Seasons dinner too!
The icing was topped off when the Larkins, our homies from our Bend years decided to come and visit and party with us for my 30th.
The Larkins stayed with us for a week, so we were busy hanging out with our good friends, and then recovering from all of this too!!! Which is why I haven't blogged
in a few! I have been busy getting back to the gym, planning menus, baking, and hanging with the kiddos. Then my mother in law came to stay and visit for a day! So it has been busy in the house.
Starting to get motivated to garden! And make baby announcements for Baby Girl. I am also trying to find some photog jobs for the Larkins when they come out in June.
My hubby is recovering from a broken wrist. Its been four weeks. At least he still feels good enough to party and take care of his drunk wifey!
I am looking forward to my bath! And a few more spa days :)
I have some great menus from the last few to post soon!
Friday, March 26, 2010
Monday, March 8, 2010
What a Week!!!
Whoa, last week flew by!!! It started on Monday night with a delicious carne avada at our friends, and ended with Elias bumping his head. So both of my men were hurt. Which meant more mothering and loving than cooking this last week.
I love being able to make David smile and help him deal with the pain of a broken wrist. And my hito, well I would rather him not be hurt, but, I am so glad I can calm him. Plus I took Lucia for her 9 month check up. She was supposed to get shots, but since she doesn't do all those vaccines in her little body, I really didn't need to take her, and she ended up getting sick (or teething)! Dirty Doctors Office.
Thank goodness our veggie/fruit box from our CSA was still delicious!
Monday-Carne Avada, Calabacitas, Frijoles
Tuesday-Mexican Leftovers!!!
Wednesday-EggBake with hashed browns, spinach, cooking greens, eggs, sharp cheddar, red bells, and onions
Thursday-Spinach and Mixed Green Salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado and Chicken
Friday-Brown Rice, Bok Choy, Carrots and Salmon with soy sauce
Saturday-BBQ at Nicoles
Sunday-Wheat Pasta with Zuchini, Eggplant, tomatoes, and mozzerella
I made a big batch of carrot muffins, with apples and zuchini and wheat germ. they will make a good breakfast snack for us this week and next week when our friends come to town!!
I love being able to make David smile and help him deal with the pain of a broken wrist. And my hito, well I would rather him not be hurt, but, I am so glad I can calm him. Plus I took Lucia for her 9 month check up. She was supposed to get shots, but since she doesn't do all those vaccines in her little body, I really didn't need to take her, and she ended up getting sick (or teething)! Dirty Doctors Office.
Thank goodness our veggie/fruit box from our CSA was still delicious!
Monday-Carne Avada, Calabacitas, Frijoles
Tuesday-Mexican Leftovers!!!
Wednesday-EggBake with hashed browns, spinach, cooking greens, eggs, sharp cheddar, red bells, and onions
Thursday-Spinach and Mixed Green Salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado and Chicken
Friday-Brown Rice, Bok Choy, Carrots and Salmon with soy sauce
Saturday-BBQ at Nicoles
Sunday-Wheat Pasta with Zuchini, Eggplant, tomatoes, and mozzerella
I made a big batch of carrot muffins, with apples and zuchini and wheat germ. they will make a good breakfast snack for us this week and next week when our friends come to town!!
Sunday, February 28, 2010
a fast week
This week flew by. I went to the gym almost everyday (6) and tried to shed some pounds but was still disappointed with the scale. So i am seeking a protein meal replacement shake that is safe while breastfeeding.
I worked at Monte Vista on Saturday, a great young reggae band from my old High School played and partied their with their fans. Good Times, good times.
I also hung out with an old buddy from HS. I have been drinking a bit, getting ready for the homies to come into town. I wonder what we will be cooking or where we will be. I know we had a ski trip in mind, but thats outta the question because Dave broke his wrist snowboarding. So maybe just friends food and more good times.
I am thinking I am gonna make abig casserole and salad while they are here. Plus Dave wants to cook really good New Mexican food for our Oregon friends. I can't wait to see the babies and kiddos!
So this week, we made food based on the CSA box that we get at the pickup store (or the Farm). The fruit we got this week was delicious! And good for our bodies.
Monday_Veggie Rigatoni with eggplant, zuchini, red peppers and mozzerella.
Tuesday_Lightly Breaded Chicken with sauted brocoli, peppers, eggplant.
Wed_Slow Cooked Pinto Beans, Spanish Whole Wheat Rice with cumin, garlic, onions, celery, tomatoes, red bells. topped with sharp cheese and avocado. YUMMM...
Thursday_Leftovers
Friday_Pork Chops with Mashed Papas and Corn
Saturday_Red Chile with Tofu, Fried Potatoes, Eggs, Refried Beans
Sunday_Whole Wheat Strawberry Pancakes with Honey, Peanut Butter and Greek Yogurt.
This past week I made some trail mixes and oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip cookies. I also made some dips for the delicious carrots and cucumbers that picked up. I need to go pick up some t shirts for my friends kids...or spend it at the spa. Birthday month is starting!!!
I worked at Monte Vista on Saturday, a great young reggae band from my old High School played and partied their with their fans. Good Times, good times.
I also hung out with an old buddy from HS. I have been drinking a bit, getting ready for the homies to come into town. I wonder what we will be cooking or where we will be. I know we had a ski trip in mind, but thats outta the question because Dave broke his wrist snowboarding. So maybe just friends food and more good times.
I am thinking I am gonna make abig casserole and salad while they are here. Plus Dave wants to cook really good New Mexican food for our Oregon friends. I can't wait to see the babies and kiddos!
So this week, we made food based on the CSA box that we get at the pickup store (or the Farm). The fruit we got this week was delicious! And good for our bodies.
Monday_Veggie Rigatoni with eggplant, zuchini, red peppers and mozzerella.
Tuesday_Lightly Breaded Chicken with sauted brocoli, peppers, eggplant.
Wed_Slow Cooked Pinto Beans, Spanish Whole Wheat Rice with cumin, garlic, onions, celery, tomatoes, red bells. topped with sharp cheese and avocado. YUMMM...
Thursday_Leftovers
Friday_Pork Chops with Mashed Papas and Corn
Saturday_Red Chile with Tofu, Fried Potatoes, Eggs, Refried Beans
Sunday_Whole Wheat Strawberry Pancakes with Honey, Peanut Butter and Greek Yogurt.
This past week I made some trail mixes and oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip cookies. I also made some dips for the delicious carrots and cucumbers that picked up. I need to go pick up some t shirts for my friends kids...or spend it at the spa. Birthday month is starting!!!
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
menu's
So Thirty is quickly approaching. I am trying to get some party details worked out and then I am gonna get the house ready for my homies who are coming from NM, CO, AZ, and OR! I thank God for my friends because they are all unique and awesome! I can't wait to meet the new additions to our clans!!!
So I have been calling some restuarants to have a cocktail party and dinner. I have also been trying to get some flowers and maybe a cake too. But mostly I have been at the gym everyday. It is good for the kiddos too! I try to go when other kids will be in the Child Watch while I work out. I am meeting other moms and dads too! But mostly I listen to Michael Franti and workout.
I have decided to start writing about the Menu at the end of the week once we make the actual meals. I am doing this because my hinny is a great chef and so sometimes we might feel like something easier or different, and he will just whip up something tasty! Plus, we are shopping for our produce through a CSA and they choose your "basket" every week; which means that we have to plan our meals around what we are getting from their greenhouses and co-ops.
We are also getting our garden ready in the back yard. I wish I could have some chickens.
Tell your friends about me!
So I have been calling some restuarants to have a cocktail party and dinner. I have also been trying to get some flowers and maybe a cake too. But mostly I have been at the gym everyday. It is good for the kiddos too! I try to go when other kids will be in the Child Watch while I work out. I am meeting other moms and dads too! But mostly I listen to Michael Franti and workout.
I have decided to start writing about the Menu at the end of the week once we make the actual meals. I am doing this because my hinny is a great chef and so sometimes we might feel like something easier or different, and he will just whip up something tasty! Plus, we are shopping for our produce through a CSA and they choose your "basket" every week; which means that we have to plan our meals around what we are getting from their greenhouses and co-ops.
We are also getting our garden ready in the back yard. I wish I could have some chickens.
Tell your friends about me!
Monday, February 15, 2010
menu Monday
Menu Monday!
DAVE PLANNED the menu this week. Today has already been a crazy day because last week I worked 40 hours! Holy Crap. was that exhausting. I worked at the flower shop. I got to see a lot of pretty designs from lots of professionals, young and old. One of the ladies made my moms bouquet, and i got one awesome one for me from another artist. I am going to get my check this week and pick up another arrangement for my sister. I noticed it getting a little catty towards the end of the week, which just made me the peacemaker because i am a lover of mankind, even if you are a terrible driver!
Thsnk Goodness I am back home with my precious children.
MONDAY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP AND SALAD
TUESDAY GREEN PIZZA
WEDNESDAY CHICKEN SALAD WITH HOMEMADE BALSALMIC DRESSING
THURSDAY BBQ RIBS AND COLLARD GREENS
FRIDAY VEGGIE STIRFRY WITH SWEET ORANGE SAUCE
SATURDAY EGGBAKE
Maybe I will bake some Coconut Pumpkin Bread this week. Its a great healthy breakfast bread and tastes delicious. I try to use all organic and healthy products with low sugar but full flavor! I am always changing recipes and writing down new ones. I love talking food and cooking for others!
DAVE PLANNED the menu this week. Today has already been a crazy day because last week I worked 40 hours! Holy Crap. was that exhausting. I worked at the flower shop. I got to see a lot of pretty designs from lots of professionals, young and old. One of the ladies made my moms bouquet, and i got one awesome one for me from another artist. I am going to get my check this week and pick up another arrangement for my sister. I noticed it getting a little catty towards the end of the week, which just made me the peacemaker because i am a lover of mankind, even if you are a terrible driver!
Thsnk Goodness I am back home with my precious children.
MONDAY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP AND SALAD
TUESDAY GREEN PIZZA
WEDNESDAY CHICKEN SALAD WITH HOMEMADE BALSALMIC DRESSING
THURSDAY BBQ RIBS AND COLLARD GREENS
FRIDAY VEGGIE STIRFRY WITH SWEET ORANGE SAUCE
SATURDAY EGGBAKE
Maybe I will bake some Coconut Pumpkin Bread this week. Its a great healthy breakfast bread and tastes delicious. I try to use all organic and healthy products with low sugar but full flavor! I am always changing recipes and writing down new ones. I love talking food and cooking for others!
Friday, February 12, 2010
Working Mom
How crazy it is to get two babies ready in the morning and then go to work. I am struggling with that for the week, but its okay because we are blessed and I normally stay at home with our babies.
Elias seems to have grown up since Thursday (when I started the job). And Lucia nurses all night long now.
I ordered some flowers for my dad for Valentine's Day. They are so pretty. Tulips, roses (reds, creams and peaches) and lilies. It is a huge arrangement. I am gonna have Yoli make me one too! I asked Dave to get me some flowers from the shop and he said i was silly and should get them myself. So today I am ordering a beautiful bunch from a local shop that makes great stuff.
Support Local!!!
Love Each Other!!!
Elias seems to have grown up since Thursday (when I started the job). And Lucia nurses all night long now.
I ordered some flowers for my dad for Valentine's Day. They are so pretty. Tulips, roses (reds, creams and peaches) and lilies. It is a huge arrangement. I am gonna have Yoli make me one too! I asked Dave to get me some flowers from the shop and he said i was silly and should get them myself. So today I am ordering a beautiful bunch from a local shop that makes great stuff.
Support Local!!!
Love Each Other!!!
Monday, February 8, 2010
mankind
So...hmm whats for dinner? This week Los Poblanos sent us a bunch of fruit and salad veggies, so that what we will be having with our CSA Box. I really like the concept of a CSA, plus Farmer Monte puts out a weekly newsletter on sustainable living.
This week the Swans will be having...
MONDAY-FALL VEGETABLE GRATIN, HOMEMADE BREAD, DINNER SALAD
WITH CARROTS, CUCUS, ARUGULA
TUESDAY-CHICK PEAS, GINGER, AND SPINACH CURRY
WEDNESDAY-RED CHILE, SPANISH RICE WITH AVOCADOS AND TOMATOES, FRIJOLES
THURSDAY-LOADED VEGGIE SALAD WITH CHICKEN AND GODDESS DRESSING
FRIDAY-GREEN PIZZA WITH TOMATO SAUCE (we had this last week, but its so good)
This week I am baking sugar cookies for Valentines Day. I will be baking these again in March when all my friends come to Burque to celebrate my thirtieth. WOOHOO!
I will also be making some banana bread with wheat germ, craisins, and walnuts).
I have to get some party planning done for this party in my spare time. You know from going to gym, to making meals, changing clothes and diapers....etc...
I can't wait!!!
Peace and Love,
A lover of Mankind...
This week the Swans will be having...
MONDAY-FALL VEGETABLE GRATIN, HOMEMADE BREAD, DINNER SALAD
WITH CARROTS, CUCUS, ARUGULA
TUESDAY-CHICK PEAS, GINGER, AND SPINACH CURRY
WEDNESDAY-RED CHILE, SPANISH RICE WITH AVOCADOS AND TOMATOES, FRIJOLES
THURSDAY-LOADED VEGGIE SALAD WITH CHICKEN AND GODDESS DRESSING
FRIDAY-GREEN PIZZA WITH TOMATO SAUCE (we had this last week, but its so good)
This week I am baking sugar cookies for Valentines Day. I will be baking these again in March when all my friends come to Burque to celebrate my thirtieth. WOOHOO!
I will also be making some banana bread with wheat germ, craisins, and walnuts).
I have to get some party planning done for this party in my spare time. You know from going to gym, to making meals, changing clothes and diapers....etc...
I can't wait!!!
Peace and Love,
A lover of Mankind...
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