The What's For Dinner Thread - October'11 (recipe index in OP)

[Glynis]

Lasagna Soup

For the soup:

2 tsp. olive oil
1 1/2 pounds Italian sausage
3 C. chopped onions
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (I omitted this)
2 Tbs. tomato paste
1 28 oz. can fire roasted diced tomatoes
2 bay leaves
6 C. chicken stock
8 oz. mafalda or fusili pasta
1/2 C. finely chopped fresh basil leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cheesy Glop:

8 oz. ricotta
1/2 C. grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. salt
Pinch of ground pepper

2 C. shredded mozzarella cheese

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage, breaking up into bite sized pieces, and brown for about 5 minutes. Add onions and cook until softened, about 6 minutes. Add garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minutes. Add tomato paste and stir well to incorporate. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the tomato paste turns a rusty brown color.

Add diced tomatoes, bay leaves, and chicken stock. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Add uncooked pasta and cook until al dente. Do not over cook or let soup simmer for a long period of time at this point, as the pasta will get mushy. Stir in basil and season to taste with salt and pepper.

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the cheesy glop. In a small bowl, combine the ricotta, Parmesan, salt and pepper.

To serve, place a dollop of the cheesy glop in each soup bowl, sprinkle some of the mozzarella on top and ladle the hot soup over the cheese.

We didn't have any mozzarella, so we just added extra parmesan on top. It was really good. I served this with hot garlic bread, and it was a hit with everyone except Jacob who doesn't like tomatoes.

 

[Goofyluver]

Thank you SO much, Glynis! This is going on the list for while I'm off!

And PIO...I hope you get to sleep soon.

 

[PrincessInOz]

Thanks Jen. I'm going to go back to bed now.

 

[Aimeedyan]

It is my left foot. They are removing some bone and putting two screws in. But it will happen after the new year.. Thanks for thinking about me.

Ouch!

I've had several surgeries - my most recent was a double colon resection almost 2 years ago - and I know it can be nervewracking to lose control. Or at least that's my anxiety about the anesthesia. Thankfully, I respond very well to it and have never had issues and I pray the same for you!

We also got Fran signed up for Medicare today. She applied for disability at the beginning of this year and got accepted in April so her Medicare kicks in in January. I can’t BELIEVE how much money we are going to save! Probably $25,000 on medication and $400 a month on insurance premiums! That medicine I was talking about which is over $1K per dose is only $300 with Medicare!

Awesome! I'm on Cimzia right now and the box of 2 prefilled syringes is $3k per the pharmacy. That's ridiculous!! Thankfully, they have a patient assistance program that pays for mine 100% - such a blessing. I'm so glad y'all got her on the Medicare!!

When does the cat nazi make her visit?

Tonight is our church Christmas production. We have a performance at 4 and one at 7. Please pray/think of me. I am kind of dreading this. I'm noticing as I get older, singing like that (long periods of time) kind of makes me stressed. By the end of the night tonight, I am going to have a headache the size of Montana. I don't know why this is. I put in a fresh pair of contacts this morning so maybe that will help with the headaches a bit.

Good luck tonight!



We went out last night for a movie and saw Hugo. GORGEOUS film, and so so so good. Y'all should all see it.

I'm feeling better than I thought I would. Just slight dull pain if I don't stay on top of it with the Advil. No need for anything stronger which makes me happy! I had plans to drive across the metroplex and meet my BFF for XMas shopping but I decided that since I have a long work day tomorrow, I shouldn't overdo it today. I just wish she lived closer. (we both live in DFW but it takes 1.5 hours without traffic, all freeway, to get to her - we couldn't be more opposite if we tried!)

I haven't started XMas shopping so I may venture out to the - gulp - mall later. There are gifts that I need to be inspired for, KWIM? Otherwise, I'd do it all online.

DH is going to a family thing tonight so he'll be eating there. I'll probably be eating mashed potatoes, oatmeal, ice cream, mac and cheese, or something similar

 

[franandaj]

Janice & Lindsay - Coming from somewhere that has probably never seen snow, EVER, I can't even imagine being happy about it! Lindsay how do you get up that ramp when it is covered in snow? I'm always concerned with accessibility on Fran's behalf, it must be difficult to get around in snow covered terrain.

Good luck tonight on your performance Lindsay!

Jen - Hopefully with the time difference you're done and back home.

Glynis -good for you with the couples time! As you talked about that soup I had no interest, but now that I see the recipe it looks really good. I've been looking for something to use up the Italian sausage in my freezer. I might try that for tomorrow night.

PIO - hope you were able to get back to sleep and get some rest.

Aimee - yeah those patient assistance programs can be a lifesaver! She had that for one of the RA drugs she tried. Glad you are able to keep the pain under control with OTC medication. I know how much some of those pain meds can knock you out. I'm pretty much here alone right now, between the morphine and soma, she's out like a light.

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I slept in today. The cleaning lady took the day off. I'm just sitting in bed DISing from my phone. Soon I'll jump in the shower and feed the kids then transfer to the living room computer. Definitely a lazy day today and I need it.

WFD? Last night I realized that we had some KFC in the freezer so we'll be having "clean out the freezer" dinner. KFC, Costco Mac n Cheese (also in freezer), and Bird's eye Creamed Spinach. I may go shopping for the ingredients for that lasagna soup.

 

[Aimeedyan]

I made these a few weeks ago, inspired by Pinterest, and they were delish.

Almond Joy Brownie Bites
Brownie batter (homemade, from a boxed mix, whatever is your favorite.)
4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
About 4 dozen almonds
Chocolate candy melts or almond bark

Preheat your oven according to brownie recipe directions and generously spray two mini muffin pans with nonstick spray. Fill cups about 1/2 full with brownie batter and bake according to directions. When brownies are done, place pans on a cooling rack and remove brownies once cooled completely.

In a medium bowl, combine coconut and sweetened condensed milk. With clean hands, roll coconut mixture into balls and press onto tops of brownie bites. Press an almond into the top of each. Place brownies in the freezer to harden for about 15 minutes.

Melt almond bark or candy melts according to directions. Remove brownies from freezer and dip the tops in the chocolate. Place dipped brownies on a wax paper lined baking sheet and refrigerate until chocolate is set.

Depending on what brownie recipe you use, you should get about 36-48 brownie bites.



Had this chili this week and it was delicious!! And it has TEQUILA in it!

Crockpot Tequila Lime Turkey Chili
1 slice sandwich bread, torn into pieces
2 Tbs milk
1 lb ground turkey
salt and pepper
2 Tbs vegetable oil
1 large onion, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno, ribs and seeds remove, minced
2 Tbs chili powder
2 Tbs tomato paste
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp minced fresh oregano, or 1/2 tsp dried
1 15-oz can tomato sauce
1 14.5-oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 (15-oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup tequila, plus more as needed
2 Tbs low-sodium soy sauce
1 Tbs honey
1 tsp minced chipotle en adobo
1 tsp grated lime zest
1 Tbs fresh lime juice, plus more for serving
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

For serving (optional):
fresh cilantro
Pepperjack cheese
diced avocado
tortilla chips

Mash the bread and milk into a paste in a large bowl using a fork. Mix in the ground turkey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. (this keeps the turkey moist during the long cooking time)

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. add the onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno, and cook until they are softened, 5-7 minutes. Add the chili powder, tomato paste, garlic, cumin, and oregano and cook an additional 3-5 minutes.

Stir in the turkey and cook, breaking up any large pieces with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the tomato sauce, scraping up any browned bits. Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker.

To the slow cooker, add the diced tomatoes with their juices, beans, 3 tablespoons of the tequila, soy sauce, honey, and chipotles. Cover and cook on low until the turkey is tender, 4 to 6 hours.

Turn off the slow cooker and allow the chili to settle about 5 minutes. Use a large spoon to skim the fat off the surface. Break up any remaining large pieces of turkey with a spoon. Stir in the remaining tequila, lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro. Taste and season with additional salt, pepper, tequila, and lime juice as desired.

 

[dgbg100106]

If you haven't tried the honey lime chicken enchiladas, I'd highly recommend those!

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Do you have a link?

 

[dgbg100106]

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Whew! What a week! Every day I’ve had one of my cleaning people here. The cleaning lady and I have been digging the house out since Saturday when we found out the cat nazi would be coming to do an inspection. We only have 2 areas of the house left to go. We had one bedroom that was one of “those” rooms, you know the one that you put everything in when you don’t know what to do with it. I can’t believe how much stoopid stuff that we had in that room. Now the bed is completely clear, most of the floor is visible and I came home from dropping off the cleaning lady to find two cats asleep on the newly unearthed bed!

We also got Fran signed up for Medicare today. She applied for disability at the beginning of this year and got accepted in April so her Medicare kicks in in January. I can’t BELIEVE how much money we are going to save! Probably $25,000 on medication and $400 a month on insurance premiums! That medicine I was talking about which is over $1K per dose is only $300 with Medicare!

I was going to get KFC for dinner, but I decided I don’t know want to go back out tonight, so instead I’m going to cheat and have some premade Chicken Cordon Bleu, packaged noodles and sauce and frozen green beans. I know not very creative, but after cleaning the house up all week, I’m tired!

Alison,

Sounds like you have had one of those weeks...

I know you are tired but when I clean like that I always feel better....

the difference in cost for the meds and care is a huge improvement, that will make a big difference.

Enjoy your weekend.

 

[franandaj]

So Aimee and Jen, one of you made some Sour Cream Enchiladas or something like that on the last thread, I think. Was that the correct name and are they in the links on the first page? I think I might put those in the dinner rotation this week.

 

[Goofyluver]

We went out last night for a movie and saw Hugo. GORGEOUS film, and so so so good. Y'all should all see it.

I'm feeling better than I thought I would. Just slight dull pain if I don't stay on top of it with the Advil. No need for anything stronger which makes me happy! I had plans to drive across the metroplex and meet my BFF for XMas shopping but I decided that since I have a long work day tomorrow, I shouldn't overdo it today. I just wish she lived closer. (we both live in DFW but it takes 1.5 hours without traffic, all freeway, to get to her - we couldn't be more opposite if we tried!)

I haven't started XMas shopping so I may venture out to the - gulp - mall later. There are gifts that I need to be inspired for, KWIM? Otherwise, I'd do it all online.

DH is going to a family thing tonight so he'll be eating there. I'll probably be eating mashed potatoes, oatmeal, ice cream, mac and cheese, or something similar

The MALL?!?

Glad you're feeling good. Enjoy your soft foods!

I slept in today. The cleaning lady took the day off. I'm just sitting in bed DISing from my phone. Soon I'll jump in the shower and feed the kids then transfer to the living room computer. Definitely a lazy day today and I need it.

WFD? Last night I realized that we had some KFC in the freezer so we'll be having "clean out the freezer" dinner. KFC, Costco Mac n Cheese (also in freezer), and Bird's eye Creamed Spinach. I may go shopping for the ingredients for that lasagna soup.

I love those clean out the fridge/freezer days. Enjoy your lazy day!

Do you have a link?

http://seeaimeecook.blogspot.com/2011/07/honey-lime-enchiladas.html

Enjoy!

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We're home from our errands. Now to hunker down for the weekend.

Tooter is in my lap on top of my computer as we speak. She says it's cuddle time.

We're having the honey chicken lime enchiladas tonight.

Tomorrow is pork loin with scalloped corn casserole (pinterest recipe). Lots of good cooking going on!

all around!

 

[dgbg100106]

Brandy I hope your surgery goes well. I only had a spinal when I had Mr A and almost flipped out. I worried that I would never feel anything again. Yeah I am a great patient, NOT

I am not a bad patient, and honestly, I am more worried about David really than myself.

Now I am scared that I will not wake up or that something will go wrong, I wont feel my foot, or the pain will be worse, or any number of things....

But if anything would ever happen to me, I swear David would go off the deep end.... Any little bump in the road and I have to calm him down.

I can just see him pacing or being upset with the nurses or doctors, if it takes longer than expected... He is just not good at this.

 

[Goofyluver]

So Aimee and Jen, one of you made some Sour Cream Enchiladas or something like that on the last thread, I think. Was that the correct name and are they in the links on the first page? I think I might put those in the dinner rotation this week.

I have my pinterest open so I have the link!

http://seeaimeecook.blogspot.com/2011/09/sour-cream-chicken-enchiladas.html

I am not a bad patient, and honestly, I am more worried about David really than myself.

Now I am scared that I will not wake up or that something will go wrong, I wont feel my foot, or the pain will be worse, or any number of things....

But if anything would ever happen to me, I swear David would go off the deep end.... Any little bump in the road and I have to calm him down.

I can just see him pacing or being upset with the nurses or doctors, if it takes longer than expected... He is just not good at this.

I understand your worries. I was terrified when I had my surgery in August. Funny thing is, I've had surgeries before. This time was worse...I think because I have so much to look forward to with my new wife. If that even makes sense.

UncleR had my Kindle to read during my surgery, plus she ran and got herself a coffee too. Maybe make sure he has some things to entertain himself/keep his mind off of things/calm himself.

Things will be fine.

Or maybe even have someone to sit there with him.

 

[dgbg100106]

http://seeaimeecook.blogspot.com/2011/07/honey-lime-enchiladas.html

Enjoy!

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We're home from our errands. Now to hunker down for the weekend.

Tooter is in my lap on top of my computer as we speak. She says it's cuddle time.

We're having the honey chicken lime enchiladas tonight.

Tomorrow is pork loin with scalloped corn casserole (pinterest recipe). Lots of good cooking going on!

all around!

thanks.....

 

[TigerKat]

Brandi – I’m sure you will be fine. This group here is a powerful one and we’ll all be thinking of and praying for you. Can someone sit with David? That might help him.

Aimee – Glad to hear it went well! I guess some people don’t swell?

Jen – You are very lucky to enjoy what you do and have the added bonus of liking the people you do it with!

I swear I’m going to need a pintervention. I haven’t been there yet today, seeing how long I can go without it.

Alison – That is amazing the amount of $$$ y’all are going to save!

Janice – The oysters were incredible! I swear one day you will try one!

Lindsay – Those pics are beautiful!

Glynis – I have always loved the way you describe your days. Every time it’s just like a perfect scene from a perfect book.

PIO – Hope you were able to get some sleep!

WFD - Grilled steaks, baked potatoes and creamed spinach.

 

[PrincessInOz]

Finally catching up!

Nancy - hope the family issues with SIL work out. She sounds like she's being a PITA at the moment. Have you talked to her about why she's being like this?

Glynis - I wish we had a Festival of Lights here this time of year the way you do in the US. But it is summer....we just have too much summer light.

Becky - I haven't used shutterfly so I can't comment. But I'd be interested to hear how you went with it.

Robin - Glad to see you posting!

Marilyn - Hugs to you too. I hope you get that last tooth sorted out.

Janice - I'm wishing someone would come and clean my house today too. I need to do some cleaning and just don't feel like doing anything just yet.

Emily - You'll feel much better after the root canal. And because the roots are dead, you won't feel a thing during the process. You'll be fine.

Aimee - Glad to read that you're over the removal and that you're recovery is going well.

Brandi - I'll be thinking of you and wishing you the best.

Alison - Hop on a plane! You're more than welcomed for Christmas lunch. I'm glad to see that Fran is on Medicare!

Lindsay - Good luck with the performances. Loved the snow pics!




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Well....I'm almost there for the presents. Just one more teacher to get, which I'll do tomorrow; and DH. I'm going to look for a new watch for him.
All the other presents are wrapped and under the tree. I've also sorted out Santa presents/stocking stuffers for all 3 of us....

And I did get some salmon yesterday. If last year was anything to go by, it will be at least $5 per kilo more expensive in the week before Christmas.

Keep well all.

 

[franandaj]

I am not a bad patient, and honestly, I am more worried about David really than myself.

Now I am scared that I will not wake up or that something will go wrong, I wont feel my foot, or the pain will be worse, or any number of things....

But if anything would ever happen to me, I swear David would go off the deep end.... Any little bump in the road and I have to calm him down.

I can just see him pacing or being upset with the nurses or doctors, if it takes longer than expected... He is just not good at this.

I was very worried when Fran had her first "replacement". The surgery went well, but it took her forever to get out of recovery. The main problem was regulating her pain, so the next two went a lot better since they had a previous time to go off of. Is this an inpatient or outpatient surgery?

It's really not that big a deal, once you change into the hospital gown you lay down on the table. Normally they give you an oral sedative that starts you getting groggy. I know when I went under by the time they stuck me with the IV, I could barely feel it. They tell you to count to 10 and I don't think anyone makes it there! Next thing you know you wake up in a room somewhere and it's all done!

I have my pinterest open so I have the link!

http://seeaimeecook.blogspot.com/2011/09/sour-cream-chicken-enchiladas.html

Thank you! I've just put together my grocery list for this and the Lasagna soup, as well as a Ruben Corned Beef Casserole that I'm going to make later in the week, so I'll be running around getting dinner for the cats, for us and a few other necessities. Then I'm going to sit down and write up my trip to the Candlelight Processional last weekend.

 

[Glynis]

Thank you SO much, Glynis! This is going on the list for while I'm off!

And PIO...I hope you get to sleep soon.

You're welcome! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

 

[Glynis]

L
Glynis – I have always loved the way you describe your days. Every time it’s just like a perfect scene from a perfect book.

That's so funny! I used to plan on having the most perfect holidays, with the perfect family, with children who were always, clean, dressed beautifully, etc. You know, the whole Hallmark version of a holiday. I've learned that no matter what I plan, it never will be "perfect", so I just try to plan things that will go smoothly, and hope for the best. Once I decided that "perfect" was unattainable, we were all much happier, and now, I would have to say that, while my holidays will never be filmed for an after school special, I wouldn't trade them for anything! They are "perfect" for my family!

 

[Nancyg56]

morning everyone, I am off from work today, I have the pre-op appointment with my surgeon today.. I feel green already...
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It is easy to say don't be afraid but it is not really possible. I know that you are going to be alright because we will all be sending those good vibrations things to you I know how David feels though, I have been on that side of the table and it is difficult.

It hasn't yet. I've had an infection in my teeth before and I have a gland in my chin that gets puffy when that happens and it is fine. I am hoping to make it to January when my new FAS kicks in, I am already paid out for this year.

OUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Giiiiirl, you're gonna love those pork chops! Hmmmmm...some things we have on tap for the next week is:


Work today was so much fun! We had a great luncheon (everyone raved about my dip!) and then had lots of laughs! Just one of those days that made me thankful for my job and the people I work with!

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I am going to need to make those chops! I have plenty in the freezer from that pig Buddy bought so I think I am putting them on my list!

I am glad that you had a great day at work, I miss that about working in a group.

Whew! What a week! Every day I’ve had one of my cleaning people here. The cleaning lady and I have been digging the house out since Saturday when we found out the cat nazi would be coming to do an inspection. We only have 2 areas of the house left to go. We had one bedroom that was one of “those” rooms, you know the one that you put everything in when you don’t know what to do with it. I can’t believe how much stoopid stuff that we had in that room. Now the bed is completely clear, most of the floor is visible and I came home from dropping off the cleaning lady to find two cats asleep on the newly unearthed bed!

We also got Fran signed up for Medicare today. She applied for disability at the beginning of this year and got accepted in April so her Medicare kicks in in January. I can’t BELIEVE how much money we are going to save! Probably $25,000 on medication and $400 a month on insurance premiums! That medicine I was talking about which is over $1K per dose is only $300 with Medicare!

No wonder you are tired!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!First, thank goodness Fran is signed up for Medicare!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The costs of prescription drugs are crazy. Buddy wants to retire but we are not sure that it is feasable right now once we consider the costs of insurance. Also, the drug bill is going to skyrocket if we both are in the house together all day

Now, would you share again the Cat Nazi who has you cleaning like a madwoman? I missed that and now this inquiring mind needs to know

Good morning! I hope once I get my last christmas present behing me I can breath. I is amazing how fast time is flying lately.

Tonight is my families christmas party so no cooking for me yeah!

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Have a great time at the party!

i also am with the weather. Buddy is like the voice of doom because the weather patterns are crazy and he is dreading the winter.

Its 2 am in Melbourne. I can't sleep.

We've had the biggest lightning and thunder show I've seen and heard in a while....and one of the thunder claps woke me up about 45 minutes ago.

Those storms are crazy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The storm that massacered us in October was filled with thunder snow. I had only heard that one time in my life and it is weird

I haven't started XMas shopping so I may venture out to the - gulp - mall later. There are gifts that I need to be inspired for, KWIM? Otherwise, I'd do it all online.
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I dod most of mine online. I hate shopping and have really cut back on my gifts. I have to say that I was so excited about one of my gifts that I ordered but saw it at way less yesterday in Costo but then I remembered that I hate shopping

Have fun at the mall btu have an adult beverage before braving the crowds!

But if anything would ever happen to me, I swear David would go off the deep end.... Any little bump in the road and I have to calm him down.
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Buddy is like that. I am not sure when it happened, he was never one of those sensitive men so this is nutty behavior. I have asked Marisa to take me for teh few procedures I have needed in the past few years because I don't want to think about him and me too.

You needn't worry though about something happening to you. We are one powerful group and will be praying if for nothing else to keep your David sane

Brandi – I’m sure you will be fine. This group here is a powerful one and we’ll all be thinking of and praying for you. Can someone sit with David? That might help him.


I swear I’m going to need a pintervention. I haven’t been there yet today, seeing how long I can go without it.

You took the words right out of my mouth!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Now what is this Pinterest I keep reading about? I hear i need an invitation............

Nancy - hope the family issues with SIL work out. She sounds like she's being a PITA at the moment. Have you talked to her about why she's being like this?

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i am so glad you are almost done shopping I am too, thankfully!

I am not going to talk to my sis il. There is no way she will even think about how this affects anyone else. I knew my DMIL 40 years. I was there for everything and I adored her. I am so hurt that I am not even treated like "real" family any more unless it suits her. Marisa is so angry, Donny says he is not surprised at all and Dan is just quietly fuming. My niece is thinking of getting married and I love her so much! I am going to just wait and see what happens but I will in no way do anything that would take the sparkle from Jenny if this is what she decides to do and if I get into a pissin match with sis il there will be more friction than I am willing to have.

I actually know what the issue is, she is in debt up to her elbows and my DMIL changed her will so that there would be enough money to cover the debt, allow for her to buy a bigger and newer home and still have money left. And that was one huge change, believe me! So for some reason she is dawdling over getting this estate taken care of and says it is because she doesn't want to let Meme go. I think that she has a guilty conscience and is looking for reasons to be mad at the people that this change impacted.............my kids.

I have to tell you that she believes in psychics and that kind of thing and I was so mad after reading that will that I just let slip that I was overwhelmed and that I had placed the welfare of my three kids and their families in the hands of their father...............her brother. Now Don was a lot like Buddy in that he carried a grudge but he was one of those men who got even. And not in a nice way. I figured she needed to be a little scared and I think that she is. GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

In the meantime she is spending money like a drunken sailor! First class everywhere she and her DH go. Between the eating and drinking, traveling, calling out of work and shopping every day she is going to go through this money quickly. I am worried about her health, she is a 15 year breast cancer survivor, but she is not. She told me she wants to "have fun".

I think I am still too angry to discuss this with her, and I cannot really with the kids because they are not happy either. Marisa is fed up because of the way she totally discounted Jeff. Donny doesn't care anymore and Daniel is like Switzerland. He said if she screws up he is done. But none are happy that she thought that she was the matriarch of this family. In Buddy's family we all turn to Sharon. In my family............it is me.

 

[Nancyg56]

So one more complainer here

Anyway, I have been eating just not posting too much because my meals are boring! Last night I bought a rotisserie chicken and offered to make hot chicken sandwiches byt my sandwich man wanted them naked

We had out new mantle installed and it is awesome! It is ancient chestnut from a shed that went down. I hate where the carpenter placed it though so we asked him to move it down some, He is not happy but we want it where we asked him to put it. I will take a pic and put it on FB but you won't get to see that it was a hand chiseled beam.

Tonight Donny and Anna are coming over. I did the Flylady's one hour house blessing but it took me about 4 hours and then ran errands so I am not cooking dinner. We are having pizza. And wine. Well I am having wine.

Tomorrow I am going to cook a turkey with something. I want to bottle the last carboy of wine I have made and then watch Christmas movies................I love Christmas movies