Five on Friday // 2014

Well happy First Friday and weekend to come of the year :)

Hope everyone had an amazing New Years and Christmas Season

its weird to think that Christmas is over? Is it just me or did that 

just go by way to quickly?

 I am not going to lie, I am kind of at a lost with what

 to talk about for my 5 on Friday so please allow me to Ramble on........

New Years Eve- we did a whole lot of nothing...Steak dinner, movies,
watching fireworks and I actually didn't even have a sip of alcohol [weird I know]

 

Laundry- I hate Laundry, that's when I wish I had a maid. F**k Laundry 

Bath and Body works- Okay have you guys seen the deals! there is something
about a sale that makes my little heart flutter, but the semi-annual sale.. no words.

 

Hair Cut- Rilynn had her first Hair cut ..... because yes I jacked up her bangs

by cutting them to "try" to help her have them out of her eyes, whoops.

she did awesome for her first time, && a little frightened as you can tell.

Bloggers- I came across lex's Blog at He and I and let me tell you I could not stop

reading her Fun, Colorful, Full of life blog I fell in love with it and not to mention

her adorable little one. If  I was you I would check it out! you will not be disappointed! 

Healthy Eating 1 // Chicken Caprese

Yes its true I am one of those people 

the ones that always strive to have the 

"lose weight, get healthy" New Years Resolution 

&& I do plan on sticking to this....finally the 3rd year in 

a row.... don't judge me I have a thing for anything frosted. 

its just so damn delicious! &&A thing for 

Martinis which also doesn't help, considering 

both things make my ass grow. 

So to help me on my wonderful Resolution 

I need to find easy quick and not to difficult reciepes to follow. 

Like this one that I found from // Gimme some Oven // <-- love the name 

so clever! It makes me giggle. when I say it :) Its the little things in life people.

{Chicken Caprese}

Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to uniform thickness
• 1/2 cup good-quality balsamic vinegar
• 2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup fresh mozzarella, torn into small pieces
• 1 cup lightly-packed fresh basil, torn

Method:

To Make The Chicken:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. (You will know that it is ready when the oil is shimmering, or it sizzles when you place a drop of water in the oil.) Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear. Remove chicken and set aside. 

To Make The Balsamic Reduction:

Heat balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes until reduced by half. Remove and set aside. 

To Assemble The Dish:

Plate the chicken, then top with sliced tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. Drizzle with the balsamic reduction. Serve warm.

 

 

New Years Resolutions

I look at New Year Resolutions a little different,

I look at them as if a reminder of who I want to be 

and what I have already been focusing on over the past years.

*Spiritual Goals*

--I would like to strengthen my walk with God 

&& Go to church more times then not.--

*Physical Goals*

-- To be more aware && Mindful of the 

things I am eating, and also to not rely 

on a Number I want to reach but to be pleased with 

the effort I put in. --

*Family Goals*

--I plan on making every weekend 

dedicated to family time, && doing my "chores"

during the week, to be able to make this happen--

*Home Goals*

--Organize every knook and cranny in my home

&& finish our back Yard--

*Blogging Goal*

--To dedicate myself more to blogging,

because its something that genuinely makes me happy-- 

&& my goal for all of you 

is that you have a Blessed and Positive Year to

come with many Joys and Blessings.

 

Food for Thought

Apple Pie Muddy Buddies

 Happy Friday Everyone!!!

For my Five on Friday I bring you a piece of Deliciousness

with only 5 Ingredents and is very very easy!!

I hope everyone is Enjoying the Christmas Season 

&& Have a fabulous Weekend!

 Ingredients:

1. 7-8 cups Cinnamon Apple Chex cereal
2. 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips or CandyQuick 
3. 1 cup Butter
4. 1 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
5. 2 tsp apple pie spice

Directions:

1. Melt white chocolate chips and butter in a double boiler or microwave, stir until well combined. 
2. Pour half of the melted white chocolate and 1 tsp of apple pie spice onto the cereal, mix then pour the remaining chocolate and apple pie spice. Continue stirring until Chex cereal is evenly coated.
3. Coat cereal with powdered sugar. I start with 1 cup of powdered sugar and slowly add another 1/2 cup if desired.
4. Spread onto a wax paper lined baking sheet, allow cereal to set. 
5. Enjoy! 

Friday, Friday, Friday

one: The Xperince days Giveaway is still going on! Check it out here!

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two: We are having a yardsale!!! It is getting to be the end of the year 

       and I am just so sick at looking at shit that I dont need or care for! 

       and plus I have to make room for after Christmas right, and maybe make 

       a little cash on the side.

three: Christmas Shopping! my goal is to be done with Christmas gifts this

          weekend! Rilynn, Ryan, and family all of it...... lets see how I do 

four: I am going to try out a new Caramel White Hot Cocoa receipe! 

 

five: I really want to go to the movies and see the second Hunger Games movie!

Insta-November

This Month was all about Family! && Christmas... We decided to put up our Christmas decorations

in the middle of the month , since Thanksgiving was so late this year. && we did our 

Christmas photos! You'll see more of that later!!! Overall this was a busy yet calm month! 

&& I even got most of my Christmas shopping done! How was your November? 

Remember I am doing my very first Giveaway for the next 2 weeks with xperincedays.com

Check that out HERE.