Semi Homemade - Charro Beans
Those who know me know I'm not much of a cook :) Well that was before I became a single mom! Now, I love to cook! I love to figure out shortcuts and ways to blend spices and tastes. I love making things feel fresh and that I worked for hours in the kitchen! I actually learned that from my Pop-Pop many years ago! In honor of him, H.T. Sexton, I'm going to share one of my favorites that you can have with BBQ or mexican food. Charro Beans!
Add diced onion in your pot and splash some extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) as they beging to sauté. I also dash some spice to the onions. You can use season salt or Nature's Seasoning.
The Photo above is what I use. You'll need a can of pinto beans, fresh onion, fresh cilantro Pace Mild Chunky Salsa and optional green bell pepper. Next you dice the onion, when I buy the large can of beans I will use the whole onion. If I buy the small I use 1/2 of onion.
Add diced onion in your pot and splash some extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) as they beging to sauté. I also dash some spice to the onions. You can use season salt or Nature's Seasoning. Circus is Coming
The Circus is Coming to Town
What's the big deal in planning a carnival for a 4 year old birthday party. Everything especially if you are me! Ideas have been running crazy through my mind for the last 5 months. I also wanted to make sure that I would be able to help other moms take short cuts that I wish I would of thought about. So here is the approach I took and I hope it helps you.10-12 Weeks Out:
- Picked a Date -- I like before nap time for younger kids so that's my rule of thumb planning this party.
- Entertainment -- Especially clowns in smaller towns the more advance date you can give the bette. I found a local advertising book and asked friends for referrals.
- Venue -- I picked a venue that I could use both in and outdoors. I wanted to maximize the space in every aspect. However, I needed a backup plan in case the weather wasn't in my favor.
6-8 Weeks Out:
- Make a Guest List
- Invitations and Thank You's: Where to order? What to order or to print? I found my circus invitations and thank you cards on Etsy. I based all colors and finished theme around the invites.
Stay Tuned for part 2 of the circus!
Decorating with Fabric
Once Addison turned four, I wanted her room to transform from baby to toddler. I fell in love with the Fabler line from Ikea. I purchased the bedding and fabric to use as the base of her room.
So let's talk about fabric decorations. I purchased different size canvas and red polka dot tissue paper. I put the tissue paper on the canvas first with Modge Podge. After that dried I cut the fabric to wrap around the canvas. Once I found how I wanted it to look, I tucked it and stapled to the back.
It's that simple!! I hope you have fun with your projects.
So let's talk about fabric decorations. I purchased different size canvas and red polka dot tissue paper. I put the tissue paper on the canvas first with Modge Podge. After that dried I cut the fabric to wrap around the canvas. Once I found how I wanted it to look, I tucked it and stapled to the back.
It's that simple!! I hope you have fun with your projects.
Undercover Boss Fun
What a busy month!! I'm not sure how many of you watched Mr. Rooter Plumbing on "Undercover Boss" but how exciting was it to see my company featured.
This was a great success with over 10 million viewers who watched the show. I have never been more proud to work for The Dwyer Group and for a wonderful CEO and Chairwomen, Dina Dwyer-Owens. I told Dina she would be America's next sweetheart, and I believe she was just that! Our company has a strong foundation built around the Code of Values and we were able to show America that great companies still exist. I love what I do and who I do it for. Live RICH (Respect, Integrity, Customer Focused and Having Fun in the Process)!
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| Whitney Wyatt, Mr. Rooter Plumbing Mascot, and Fawn Barlow Waco, TX |
The Christmas Pile
After months of planning all the perfect gifts and planning the perfect lunch with the family, it seems to me as long as you are truly happy you will not feel depressed. When everything is opened and everyone is gone is when I was fulfilled. The meaning of Christmas sunk in for me this year. I am blessed and I am loved.
This was one of the best Christmas's I've ever had. Addison was so overwhelmed with her presents and so happy. For a brief moment she looked up from opening one of her many presents and says "Merry Christmas". It was so sweet and pure.
A few years ago when Addison and I started living on our own, my mom and I started the tradition of having her spend the night on Christmas eve and being with us for Christmas morning. I love this because we get to experience the love of our lives in pure joy.
Spending the day with my family and cooking for them the way our grandparents used to do to listening to the girls laughing and playing and of course bickering. The fun part is we like each other its not a must we love it we have grown closer over the past few years. Christmas eve night, we looked at Christmas lights and sang carols and opened the famous, 1 present, jammie's!! Yep that mom;)
Christmas morning one of my favorite is to empty the gifts around the tree and making piles for all too see. Then once we have it opened the gifts all that's left is one huge pile of bows and wrapping paper. And for some, those little things are overlooked but for me putting on the bows and picking out the best paper is fun. Even if it ends up in a big pile!
Now that Addison is with her other family I get to be the little girl and play with her toys!! Until next time. Have yourself a Merry Christmas even if the day is over.
This was one of the best Christmas's I've ever had. Addison was so overwhelmed with her presents and so happy. For a brief moment she looked up from opening one of her many presents and says "Merry Christmas". It was so sweet and pure.
A few years ago when Addison and I started living on our own, my mom and I started the tradition of having her spend the night on Christmas eve and being with us for Christmas morning. I love this because we get to experience the love of our lives in pure joy.
Spending the day with my family and cooking for them the way our grandparents used to do to listening to the girls laughing and playing and of course bickering. The fun part is we like each other its not a must we love it we have grown closer over the past few years. Christmas eve night, we looked at Christmas lights and sang carols and opened the famous, 1 present, jammie's!! Yep that mom;)
Christmas morning one of my favorite is to empty the gifts around the tree and making piles for all too see. Then once we have it opened the gifts all that's left is one huge pile of bows and wrapping paper. And for some, those little things are overlooked but for me putting on the bows and picking out the best paper is fun. Even if it ends up in a big pile!
Now that Addison is with her other family I get to be the little girl and play with her toys!! Until next time. Have yourself a Merry Christmas even if the day is over.
Hot Pad Project
I found this tile at Lowe's for 1.25 and decided to make a hotpad for pots and pans. I found easy instructions on this emagazine : http://www.myhomelifemag.com . I hope you enjoy fun and creative ideas as much as I do!
Perfect Time for Wrapping
Addison is with her dad this weekend so I thought this could be a perfect time to paint her IKEA doll bed. I love the Pottery Barn bed however it's quite expensive. I found this $20 bed and painted it in glossy white. I think she is going to love it! I sure do! Now..to figure out where in the world to hide it!
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