So my friend Kenzie has one of the funniest kids on the planet and every once in a while she posts something funny that she has said...well Coop has been saying some pretty funny things lately and I keep thinking I need to write them down before I forget, so here's a few funnies from the mouth of Coop...
We are fully potty trained now, but in the beginning there were lots of very thought provoking things that have come out of Coop's mouth, he's sitting on the toilet and all of a sudden his eyes get huge and he says, "mom! my pee is touching my poop!"
We have been sick ALOT lately, but most recently we took Coop to Instacare (we found out on this trip that he has pneumonia) where he had a different doctor than normal and she was a woman so I said to Coop, "was your doctor a girl?" and he said, "no, she was a LADY!"
Friday, April 03, 2009
Saturday, March 07, 2009
Happy Birthday Steve-O!!
Well the old man is getting older...hehehehe!! The hair is becoming more salt than pepper and my love for you is greater everyday!! So for your 35th Birthday I would like to share 35 Things I love about you!!
1. You tell me "I love you" everytime we say good bye on the phone
2. You know how to do the "worm"
3. You have regular dance parties with the boys in the front room,,,white boy can really busta move!!
4. You get giddy when I buy your favorite snacks and pepsi at the store.
5. You cook dinner every night...well almost every night.
6. You always drive.
7. You always fill the cars up with gas.
8. You love to dream big.
9. You love our boys!
10. You are never afraid to show your emotions.
11. You always miss me, even if I'm only gone for a few minutes.
12. You love me no matter what I look like or if I'm still in jammies at 5:00.
13. You can still make me laugh!
14. You love to watch chick movies!
15. You always like what I order at restaurants better than what you order...unless of course you order chicken fried steak.
16. You like to shop as much as I do.
17. You like all the same restaurants as me.
18. You support me when I am losing weight, and encourage me when I want to give up.
19. You are patient with my indecisiveness.
20. You are the one that gets up with the cats 20 times a night to let them in and out.
21. You always make sure that I get what I want.
22. You don't care that I am a horrible housekeeper!
23. You love the gospel.
24. I love it when you sing to the boys, and I love the way they look at you while you are doing it.
25. I love how with each year we grow closer.
26. I love that you are always willing to listen, and then talk.
27. I love that you can finish my sentences.
28. I love that you would never let anyone say something bad about me or be mean to me in any way...you've always got my back!
29. I love that you had the foresight to plant tons of trees in the yard, so we could sit in the shade and enjoy the summer!
30. I love your confidence.
31. I love your determination.
32. I love the way you hug and don't let go.
33. I love that you forgive and forget.
34. I love your soft hands.
35. I love you, your smile, your spirit, your attitude.
Thanks for finally giving in and marrying me!! I love you and I hope that you have a wonderful birthday!!
Thursday, March 05, 2009
Happy Birthday Squishy!!
Happy Birthday Squishy!!
A little apprehensive about the flaming candle, weird considering I really thought he had NO fear!!
A few gifts...the look on his face is like he already knows that it's just clothes!
And finally the cake...why do my kids eat their first piece of cake so daintily? He just stuck his finger in it a couple of times and then that was it!
UP UP and AWAY!!!
A little apprehensive about the flaming candle, weird considering I really thought he had NO fear!!
A few gifts...the look on his face is like he already knows that it's just clothes! 
And finally the cake...why do my kids eat their first piece of cake so daintily? He just stuck his finger in it a couple of times and then that was it!
UP UP and AWAY!!!I never knew that 1 year could fly by so fast!! It was Payton's birthday on Thursday and I just cannot believe it!! He has been such an amazing addition to our family. He has a smile that consumes his face, a giggle that makes everyone else giggle, an inquisitive mind, and a determination like I have never seen!! We love you Payton!!
Monday, March 02, 2009
A few BIG milestones!!
Well, I don't have any pictures to post, but I do have a few milestones to post!! I have to announce this in all caps,
COOPER IS FINALLY POTTY TRAINED!!
We are now 6 days with only 2 accidents...and we have stayed dry every night but one!! I have never been so proud to see my little boy produce a #2 in the toilet! I seriously danced around the house and truly did not stop smiling for the entire day! I cannot believe how hard it was and how rewarding it has been. Thank you Cooper for FINALLY succombing the the #2's!!
And equally as exciting!!! My baby boy Payton is definitely now a walker!! Granted, he may look like Frankenstein. He has been flirting with walking for weeks now, but this last week he has totally started walking. He used to walk just between 2 people, but all of a sudden this last week he will just stand up in the middle of the room and take off. It has been so exciting to see him just waddle across the room, and then through the week see the confidence and the speed increase. He is such an amazing kid, and such a fast learner!
This has been an amazing week for me, I truly am so proud of my 2 little guys and I am so excited to see them growing up before my very eyes!!
Friday, February 20, 2009
PAYTONS FIRST HAIRCUT
Well, my baby is now a BIG BOY!! It's official now that he has had his first haircut!! Why is it that when your baby gets his first haircut he doesn't look like a baby anymore?
He obviously isn't enjoying his first spa experience?
A rare calm moment...
A little manipulation to even out the neck...YIKES!!
This was maybe more painful than routine immunizations!
I am so sorry that we don't have a final picture (there is one to come, Steve is setting up a photo shoot soon to show off our handsome haircut!).
He obviously isn't enjoying his first spa experience?
A rare calm moment...
A little manipulation to even out the neck...YIKES!!
This was maybe more painful than routine immunizations!
I am so sorry that we don't have a final picture (there is one to come, Steve is setting up a photo shoot soon to show off our handsome haircut!).
BED TIME STORIES
The other night I came in to read Coop stories before bed, and I found a stowaway!! They were both tucked under the covers and giggling and it was just too funny!! So the more the merrier!13 pounds down...
Well I am proud to say that I now have lost 13 pounds since January 16th!! My sister and her family have also been trying to lose weight, and we share our frustrations with one another...one of which is DINNER!! Dinner, when you are trying to lose weight, can be the saddest, and most frustrating part of the day. So I've decided to do my part and share what we're having for dinner for the week...nutritional facts included (well some, I only count calories...not fat or sugar or carbs, because guess what you need those things!!). Anyway, here is our menu for the week...
Easy Beef and Broccoli (kraftfoods.com)
What You Need
2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. beef stir-fry strips
2 cups frozen broccoli florets
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup KRAFT CATALINA Dressing
1 Tbsp. grated gingerroot
Make It
COOK rice as directed on package. Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat; cook 3 min. or until evenly browned, stirring frequently.
ADD broccoli, hoisin sauce, dressing and gingerroot; stir. Cover. Cook 5 min. or until heated through.
SERVE over the rice.
1-3/4 Cups serving size, 440 calories
Deep Dish Chicken Pot Pie (kraftfoods.com)
What You Need
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed
2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 refrigerated pie crust (1/2 of 15-oz. pkg.)
Make It
HEAT oven to 375°F. Cook chicken in dressing in large skillet on medium heat 2 min. Add Neufchatel cheese; cook and stir until melted. Add flour; mix well. Add broth and vegetables; simmer 5 min.
POUR mixture into deep dish 10-inch pie plate. Arrange pie crust over filling; flute edges. Cut 4 slits in crust to allow steam to escape.
BAKE 30 min. or until crust is golden brown.
Makes 6 servings
330 calories per serving
Beef Fajitas (kraftfoods.com)
What You Need!
1-1/2 lb. beef sirloin steak, thinly sliced
1/2 cup KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing, divided
2 large green peppers, cut into strips
1 large onion, cut into wedges
16 TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Flour Tortillas, warmed
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 cup BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream
1/2 cup TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Thick 'N Chunky Salsa
Make It!
COMBINE steak and 1/4 cup of the dressing in glass bowl; cover. Refrigerate 1 to 2 hours to marinate, stirring occasionally. Remove steak; discard marinade.
COOK steak in remaining 1/4 cup dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat in 5 to 6 min. or until no longer pink. Remove steak; keep warm.
ADD peppers and onion; cook until tender. Add steak; cook until heated through. Serve in warm tortillas topped with cheese, sour cream and salsa.
2 fajitas/ 430 calories
Chicken Lo Mein (Kraftfoods.com)
What You Need!
1/2 lb. spaghetti, uncooked
1/4 cup KRAFT Asian Toasted Sesame Dressing
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen bell pepper and onion strips, thawed, drained (I 1 fresh bell pepper, and 1 fresh onion)
1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 Tbsp. peanut butter
1/4 cup lite soy sauce
2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
2 Tbsp. chopped PLANTERS COCKTAIL Peanuts
Make It!
COOK spaghetti in large saucepan as directed on package.
MEANWHILE, heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken and garlic; stir-fry 3 min. or until chicken is no longer pink. Add peppers, onions, broth and peanut butter; stir-fry an additional 3 to 4 min. or until chicken is cooked through.
DRAIN spaghetti; return to pan. Add chicken mixture and soy sauce; mix well. Spoon onto serving platter; sprinkle with cilantro and peanuts.
serving size is 2 cups/ 490 calories
Simply Glazed Pork Chop Dinner (kraftfoods.com)
What You Need
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups instant brown rice, uncooked
3 cups small broccoli florets
4 bone-in pork chops (1-1/4 lb.), 1/2 inch thick
1/4 cup KRAFT Light CATALINA Dressing
1/4 cup orange juice
3 Tbsp. maple-flavored or pancake syrup
2 Tbsp. sliced PLANTERS Almonds, toasted
Make It
BRING broth to boil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat; stir in rice. Cover. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 3 min. Add broccoli; stir. Cover; simmer an additional 2 min. Remove from heat; let stand 5 min. or until broth is completely absorbed.
MEANWHILE, heat large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat. Add chops; cook 4 min. on each side or until lightly browned on both sides and cooked through (160°F). Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm.
ADD dressing, orange juice and syrup to skillet. Bring to boil on medium-high heat; cook 3 min. or until sauce is reduced by one half. Serve chops and rice drizzled with the sauce; sprinkle with almonds.
makes 4 servings, 480 calories
Farmhouse Chicken Dinner (kraftfoods.com)
What You Need
1/4 cup flour
1/2 tsp. pepper
4 small bone-in chicken breast halves (1-1/2 lb.), skin removed
1/4 cup KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing
2 cups baby carrots
1 onion, cut into wedges
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
2 cups instant brown rice, uncooked
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
Make It
MIX flour and pepper in shallow dish. Add chicken; turn to evenly coat both sides of each piece with flour mixture. Gently shake off excess flour mixture; set aside. Heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add chicken, meat-side down; cook 5 to 6 min. or until golden brown. Turn chicken; add carrots, onions and 1 cup of the broth. Cover. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 20 min. or until carrots are tender and chicken is cooked through (165°F).
MEANWHILE, cook rice as directed on package. Spoon onto serving platter. Use slotted spoon to remove chicken and vegetables from skillet; place over rice. Cover to keep warm.
ADD Neufchatel cheese and remaining broth to skillet; increase heat to high. Cook until cheese is melted and sauce is well blended, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 3 to 5 min. or until sauce is slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Spoon over chicken and vegetables; sprinkle with parsley.
makes 4 servings, 490 calories
As you can see I LOVE kraftfoods.com!!! They always have the nutritional info which is so handy when you are counting calories AND I have tried very few recipes on their site that I haven't liked. So I hope, for any of you who are trying to lose a few pounds, that this is handy. I suggest going to kraftfoods.com and looking these recipes up (they always have pictures).
Oh and I almost forgot to mention... I have (I hate to admit this) lost 60 + pounds twice, and I have to say that one of the most important things that you MUST do is give yourself one day off a week!! No calorie counting, no guilt, also no over indulgence. I think you have to do this to 1. keep yourself sane, 2. it's important to do this so you don't feel the need to cheat during the week, 3. it's a good chance to start to learn how to use portion control without calculating every calorie you are consuming.
Easy Beef and Broccoli (kraftfoods.com)
What You Need
2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. beef stir-fry strips
2 cups frozen broccoli florets
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup KRAFT CATALINA Dressing
1 Tbsp. grated gingerroot
Make It
COOK rice as directed on package. Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat; cook 3 min. or until evenly browned, stirring frequently.
ADD broccoli, hoisin sauce, dressing and gingerroot; stir. Cover. Cook 5 min. or until heated through.
SERVE over the rice.
1-3/4 Cups serving size, 440 calories
Deep Dish Chicken Pot Pie (kraftfoods.com)
What You Need
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed
2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 refrigerated pie crust (1/2 of 15-oz. pkg.)
Make It
HEAT oven to 375°F. Cook chicken in dressing in large skillet on medium heat 2 min. Add Neufchatel cheese; cook and stir until melted. Add flour; mix well. Add broth and vegetables; simmer 5 min.
POUR mixture into deep dish 10-inch pie plate. Arrange pie crust over filling; flute edges. Cut 4 slits in crust to allow steam to escape.
BAKE 30 min. or until crust is golden brown.
Makes 6 servings
330 calories per serving
Beef Fajitas (kraftfoods.com)
What You Need!
1-1/2 lb. beef sirloin steak, thinly sliced
1/2 cup KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing, divided
2 large green peppers, cut into strips
1 large onion, cut into wedges
16 TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Flour Tortillas, warmed
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 cup BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream
1/2 cup TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Thick 'N Chunky Salsa
Make It!
COMBINE steak and 1/4 cup of the dressing in glass bowl; cover. Refrigerate 1 to 2 hours to marinate, stirring occasionally. Remove steak; discard marinade.
COOK steak in remaining 1/4 cup dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat in 5 to 6 min. or until no longer pink. Remove steak; keep warm.
ADD peppers and onion; cook until tender. Add steak; cook until heated through. Serve in warm tortillas topped with cheese, sour cream and salsa.
2 fajitas/ 430 calories
Chicken Lo Mein (Kraftfoods.com)
What You Need!
1/2 lb. spaghetti, uncooked
1/4 cup KRAFT Asian Toasted Sesame Dressing
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen bell pepper and onion strips, thawed, drained (I 1 fresh bell pepper, and 1 fresh onion)
1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 Tbsp. peanut butter
1/4 cup lite soy sauce
2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
2 Tbsp. chopped PLANTERS COCKTAIL Peanuts
Make It!
COOK spaghetti in large saucepan as directed on package.
MEANWHILE, heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken and garlic; stir-fry 3 min. or until chicken is no longer pink. Add peppers, onions, broth and peanut butter; stir-fry an additional 3 to 4 min. or until chicken is cooked through.
DRAIN spaghetti; return to pan. Add chicken mixture and soy sauce; mix well. Spoon onto serving platter; sprinkle with cilantro and peanuts.
serving size is 2 cups/ 490 calories
Simply Glazed Pork Chop Dinner (kraftfoods.com)
What You Need
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups instant brown rice, uncooked
3 cups small broccoli florets
4 bone-in pork chops (1-1/4 lb.), 1/2 inch thick
1/4 cup KRAFT Light CATALINA Dressing
1/4 cup orange juice
3 Tbsp. maple-flavored or pancake syrup
2 Tbsp. sliced PLANTERS Almonds, toasted
Make It
BRING broth to boil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat; stir in rice. Cover. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 3 min. Add broccoli; stir. Cover; simmer an additional 2 min. Remove from heat; let stand 5 min. or until broth is completely absorbed.
MEANWHILE, heat large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat. Add chops; cook 4 min. on each side or until lightly browned on both sides and cooked through (160°F). Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm.
ADD dressing, orange juice and syrup to skillet. Bring to boil on medium-high heat; cook 3 min. or until sauce is reduced by one half. Serve chops and rice drizzled with the sauce; sprinkle with almonds.
makes 4 servings, 480 calories
Farmhouse Chicken Dinner (kraftfoods.com)
What You Need
1/4 cup flour
1/2 tsp. pepper
4 small bone-in chicken breast halves (1-1/2 lb.), skin removed
1/4 cup KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing
2 cups baby carrots
1 onion, cut into wedges
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
2 cups instant brown rice, uncooked
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
Make It
MIX flour and pepper in shallow dish. Add chicken; turn to evenly coat both sides of each piece with flour mixture. Gently shake off excess flour mixture; set aside. Heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add chicken, meat-side down; cook 5 to 6 min. or until golden brown. Turn chicken; add carrots, onions and 1 cup of the broth. Cover. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 20 min. or until carrots are tender and chicken is cooked through (165°F).
MEANWHILE, cook rice as directed on package. Spoon onto serving platter. Use slotted spoon to remove chicken and vegetables from skillet; place over rice. Cover to keep warm.
ADD Neufchatel cheese and remaining broth to skillet; increase heat to high. Cook until cheese is melted and sauce is well blended, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 3 to 5 min. or until sauce is slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Spoon over chicken and vegetables; sprinkle with parsley.
makes 4 servings, 490 calories
As you can see I LOVE kraftfoods.com!!! They always have the nutritional info which is so handy when you are counting calories AND I have tried very few recipes on their site that I haven't liked. So I hope, for any of you who are trying to lose a few pounds, that this is handy. I suggest going to kraftfoods.com and looking these recipes up (they always have pictures).
Oh and I almost forgot to mention... I have (I hate to admit this) lost 60 + pounds twice, and I have to say that one of the most important things that you MUST do is give yourself one day off a week!! No calorie counting, no guilt, also no over indulgence. I think you have to do this to 1. keep yourself sane, 2. it's important to do this so you don't feel the need to cheat during the week, 3. it's a good chance to start to learn how to use portion control without calculating every calorie you are consuming.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Oh where oh where have all the Clark's gone?
So you know when you get behind on your blog and you have every intention of catching up, but then so much time has gone by that you now don't have time to do the catching up that you wanted to do? Well I have finally conceded to my procrastination and good intentions! Here are all of the pictures that I wanted to post and just couldn't get around to...
Oh remember when there were leaves on the trees and no snow on the ground?.JPG)
OK, this just shows how far behind I really am on posting!!
Me, Yoda?
Mooska Meeska MICKEY MOUSE!!
What a cute little guy!!
Oh yeah, this is definitely where the wild things are!!
Me, Yoda too!!
Pretty blue eyes!!
My little 4-wheelin baby!!
The other day we were on a play date and Cooper started singing the Spiderman song and the little boy that we were playing with said, "That's not how that song goes. It goes Spider pig Spider Pig..." I guess we missed that one!
Sweet toothless baby!! I miss those gummy smiles! We now have 4 teeth with 4 more trying to work their way through...thank heavens for teething tablets!
Coop informed me that he's not allowed to jump on the bed, but I never said that he couldn't jump on the couch...he caught me on a technicality...smarty pants!
This little monkey gets into EVERYTHING!! I am constantly amazed at what he can do, he is so curious and smart!!
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Coop put the finishing touch on the tree...the star
PIZZA FACE!!
And last but not least...last night Cooper came upstairs with a mischevious grin and a blue face. He said he was trying to look like Cookie Monster, I always knew Sesame Street was a bad influence! No worries though it wasn't a permanent marker (thank heavens) and it came off pretty easily! It's hard to discipline when you can't talk because you are laughing to hard!!
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OK, this just shows how far behind I really am on posting!!
Me, Yoda?
Mooska Meeska MICKEY MOUSE!!
What a cute little guy!!
Oh yeah, this is definitely where the wild things are!!
Me, Yoda too!!
Pretty blue eyes!!
My little 4-wheelin baby!!
The other day we were on a play date and Cooper started singing the Spiderman song and the little boy that we were playing with said, "That's not how that song goes. It goes Spider pig Spider Pig..." I guess we missed that one!
Sweet toothless baby!! I miss those gummy smiles! We now have 4 teeth with 4 more trying to work their way through...thank heavens for teething tablets!
Coop informed me that he's not allowed to jump on the bed, but I never said that he couldn't jump on the couch...he caught me on a technicality...smarty pants!
This little monkey gets into EVERYTHING!! I am constantly amazed at what he can do, he is so curious and smart!!.JPG)
Coop put the finishing touch on the tree...the star
PIZZA FACE!!
And last but not least...last night Cooper came upstairs with a mischevious grin and a blue face. He said he was trying to look like Cookie Monster, I always knew Sesame Street was a bad influence! No worries though it wasn't a permanent marker (thank heavens) and it came off pretty easily! It's hard to discipline when you can't talk because you are laughing to hard!!
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