ANNIVERSARY

Yesterday was mine and Coy's 1st anniversary. The wedding cake and sparkling cider were better than I expected! He was hesitant to taste a year old wedding cake, but Stephanie did a fantastic job! His first day of work is today, so we didn't go out or do anything, but I truly enjoyed just a relaxing time just hanging out together. I'm actually working this whole week as well. We plan on celebrating next Saturday.

 

 Also happening Saturday is a baby shower my mom and sissy are throwing me! I am so excited! On Sunday, we are looking at a house and at some point a house to rent. I'm just ready to finally start looking at houses. Time is flying by for sure. I am 27 weeks and will post on that soon :)

 

 

Memorial Day Breakfast--last minute!

I woke up Monday morning of Memorial Day and completely forgot about breakfast! Even though it's just me and my husband, I wanted to make something different. I normally make biscuits and gravy, bacon, and eggs every Saturday we don't have drill. I mixed it up a bit. 

This was simple for my limited food options!

• 6-8 eggs
• 6-8 pieces of ham
• 1-1/2 cups of milk
• parsley (1-2 TB)
• shredded cheddar cheese
• salt and pepper
• sliced tomato (optional for the topping

1. Spray/grease muffin pan. Line with ham (1-2 slices. I used one slice)
2. Whisk eggs, milk, parsley, and some salt and pepper together.
3. Pour the egg mixture into each muffin spot (about 3/4 of the way)
4. Top with shredded cheese and the tomato slice (optional)
5. Put in the oven at 350 for 15-20 minutes. Voila!

Really you can mix in a veggie (broccoli) or sausage! Happy Monday :)

25 Weeks and Graduation

I just can't believe my last brother graduated high school. It just seems so unbelievable. Why did I tear up? He's my last brother! I have three, but just can't believe he is going to ASU in the fall. Carly will be the only one left at home. My wonderful grandparents came the 21st-28th to see his graduation and to spend time. It was a full Memorial Day weekend, full of graduations and memories.

Kanjam is must when all the siblings are together

This Monday, I'm technically 26 weeks, but I'm facing the same symtoms as last week! Exercise is getting better than when my grandparents were in town. We visited Coy's fam Saturday, and it was so nice to be out on the lake! A countdown for the beach June 28th has commenced! So ready :) 

Swimsuit pics later! I broke it in and it was perfect!

24 Weeks

Many things have progressed! I am now 25 weeks, and I'm posting late because Memorial weekend was so busy!

24 weeks :)
I fell in LOVE with this dress because it fits me in all the right places
Target- Liz Lange $25 (more expensive, but worth it)

Looking back, my tummy has certainly grown, but it's hard to tell a true difference from 20 weeks. 

How Far Along: 24 weeks

Gender: Girl

Total Weight Gain: 17 pounds. I feel like I move so slow! I would LOVE to stay within the 25-30 pound range by the end of this! Trying not to stress about the gain :)

Maternity clothes: I just purchased a pair of white shorts that were life savers this weekend, a beige striped tank, and a swimsuit. I'll post a pic when I'm not working and actually able to relax by the pool! Pea in the Pod is expensive, but ladies, invest! You must! 

Stretch Marks: None, woohoo! I'm still lathering myself up, even this week until the end.

Sleep: Every night about 3-4 times I wake up. It could be her or just bathroom runs. I made a pillow fortress (8+body pillow to be exact) after last week's horrible sleep episode and can sleep wonderfully other than the usual. 

Movement: Yes! It is crazy how much she moves. Sometimes, I wonder if she can ever sleep. Everyone can feel her and soon, I'll record a video of it. It just makes me want to see her more and more!

Cravings: Of course Target bread sticks and pizza will always be the picture. I love the spicy pringle flavors! Don't worry, I eat healthy :)

Symptoms: I would say there is so much movement that it can become uncomfortable and sore. Sometimes, I just want her to stop! No headaches. Figuring out how to sleep soundly was a task and I'm still sorting that. I am slow to move everywhere and sometimes feel down about it, but really try to stay positive by being open about it.

Belly Button In or Out: It's halfway out still. It's like the top only :)

Exercise: My grandparents were in town for a week and I never did. I know, sounds bad, but now that they are headed back, it is time to get on schedule! Walking 2-3 times a week for 2 miles, pushups against the wall, squats, planks, and leg pushes.

Nutrition: Nothing different here! I may have been less nutritious since my grandparents came into town, but I'm gonna crack down now!

Next doctor's appointment: 28 week June 18th-just a check up!

It really wasn't bad last week! It tasted like a soda AND they offered me fruit punch flavor! No one should be afraid of the  Glucose Drink :)

pesto chicken sandwich

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One of David’s daily naps is from 12:00-1:00p and if I want to eat lunch at a table instead of sitting on the floor, it must be done during that hour. Since I started staying home, I try to have healthy options at the house for lunch. Now that the weather has warmed up a bit, it’s either a ceasar salad, or this pesto chicken sandwich.

Frankly, two options for lunch is a big step for me. For the majority of my childhood I had the same thing everyday for lunch. A ham sandwich, cheddar goldfish crackers and a lemonade. I’m sure my mom offered me different options but I just wanted a ham sandwich every day. Oddly enough, I now can’t remember the last time I’ve eaten a ham sandwich. I guess I over did it as a child.

My friend Allyson first made this pesto chicken for me a few years ago. She mixed it with arugula and skipped the bread, and it was just as tasty! I started making this pesto again a few weeks ago and I remembered how easy and flavorful this chicken is!

The recipe: Foster’s Pesto

2 cups firmly packed basil leaves

10 garlic cloves (yes 10)

3/4 cup etra-virgin olive oil

one 2oz jar (1/4 cup) pine nuts

1 cup grated parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

1. Place the basil and garlic cloves in a food processor and pulse a few times for a rough chop.

2. Add olive oil in a steady stream while food processor is on.

3. Add pine nuts, parmesan, salt and pepper and puree about a minute longer

Bake a couple chicken breasts, shred, and toss with pesto.

My favorite way to make this sandwich is to broil the bread to give it a little crunch. I also let some provolone/mozzarella cheese melt on one piece of the bread while it’s in the oven. Once the bread is  crispy, pile a decent amount of pesto chicken on one side, top with a slice of tomato, and then press the melty cheese over top.

This is great to make at the beginning of the week because the flavor really develops after the shredded chicken has been tossed with the pesto.

This would also be fantastic on ravioli or just smothered on bread!

Reblogged from: http://www.thesmallthingsblog.com/2014/05/pesto-chicken-sandwich/

TRIED IT, LOVED IT, DOING IT AGAIN!

Some Daily Fashion

It is so hard to convince myself to get maternity clothes because you only wear them for nine months and I'm not having 5+ kiddos (If it's God's will). Really guys, I would invest in dresses (especially if you are pregnant for most of the summer like me :), tank tops, and maternity pants (shorts, leggings). I have tried to wear my regular clothes as long as I could, but it really is worth it to invest in certain maternity clothes! If you are planning, plan to budget this in! Here's a little look at what I have been wearing!

Work Day: The blazer is actually gray with black stripes, white ruffled
 collar shirt,and black skirt. If you have black business pants with
pointy heels, that would be so cute!

Work Day: Cheetah print Old Navy cardigan, Black tank, Black Target
pants (psssst they're actually pajamma pants! But nobody knows that :)

I HAVE to post what I just ordered! Too excited to wait and then wear it to post! I have been on the lookout for CHEAP kimono jackets for the summer for a while now and I'm sorry, but 25-50 bucks is not cheap to me. Most boutiques will sell these sheer kimono jackets for that price. I just ordered this from here for 13 bucks and I'll post later after it comes!

 Happy Tuesday!

1st Baby Shower

Yesterday was my first baby shower. My sweet teacher friends threw me one before the end of the school year! My hostess' were the 6th grade English teachers. I can't believe I didn't get a picture with them :(

I got to keep the little booties!

My mom and sissy came!

We LOVE our stroller! It would be great for either a boy or girl! 

It has great storage!

A car seat can fit inside the stroller
because the seat reclines

We also received this Baby Einstein rocker from Target

I felt so blessed! Coy is content with everything, but pretty sure he's not as excited as I can be! Now, I can't wait for the baby shower my mom and sissy are throwing me in June!