Finding purpose in life is so important.  I'm so grateful to be a wife and a mother.   I'm so blessed.

Here's my menu for the week:

Monday:  Cheesy Potato Chowder with Turkey Pesto Paninis
Tuesday:  Skillet Macaroni and Cheese with Grilled Ham and Green Peas
Wednesday:  Chili Verde over Rice with Homemade Salsa and Corn Tortillas
Thursday:  Zucchini Frittata and Hash browns
Friday:  Mom's Night Off :)
Saturday:  Pizza Night!
Sunday:  Balsamic Roasted Pork Loin with Garlic Roasted Cauliflower, Homemade Rolls and Spinach Salad

Today was missionary Monday and it was so fun to hear from Keaton.  I had to laugh as he's inherited my 'foodie' side.  I think half of his email was about the french food.  I totally agree, french food is amazing!  Oh, for a real french croissant right now!  I also loved hearing how he's cooking so much.  He's a great cook and I'm sure his future wife is in for some spoiling-haha!

Here's my  menu for the week:
Monday:  Fish Tacos
Tuesday:  Slow Cooker Cheesy Tortellini with Green Salad and Biscuits
Wednesday:  BBQ Chicken Sandwiches with Relish Tray and Chips and Salsa
Thursday:  I'm hosting a Stake Primary Dinner at my house:  Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Italian Sausage Soup with Tortellini,  Salad, Croissants and Apple Crisp
Friday:  Thai Chicken Pizza with Green Salad
Saturday:  Mom's Night Off :)
Sunday:  Dinner with the Larson Family

We had a great holiday weekend over Labor day!  We worked and we played, working on the new house and then having a blast boating on Monday.  I love spending time with my family, there's no one I would rather be with.  We got our first letter from Keaton yesterday since he's been in France.  My prayers were answered that he has a great trainer.  He's happy and loving his service.  His excitement is contagious.  He is in a beautiful, mountain top village called Rodez.  He said everyone looks like a fashion model there.  Haha!  Welcome to France!

Here's my menu for the week:
Monday:  Dinner out with the family
Tuesday:  Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff with egg noodles and Steamed Broccoli
Wednesday:  Barbeque Chicken with Rice and Green Salad
Thursday:   Mini Pizzas with Green Beans
Friday:  Date Night :)
Saturday:  Mini Quiches (I didn't make them last week)
Sunday:  Honey Lime Enchiladas with Southwest Rice and Bean Casserole and Vegetable

I'm finally getting myself put back together after the CRAZIEST summer of my existence!  Being in charge of some HUGE events, sending off a missionary child, moving, selling a house, and some 'not so fun' health challenges have really broadened my shoulders and given me more compassion for my neighbor.  I'm starting to feel normal again, and looking forward to enjoying one of my favorite hobbies again...cooking for my family!  I'm also realizing how incredibly blessed my life is, and how many amazing angels I have looking over me, both seen and unseen.  Life is good.

Here is my menu for the week:
Monday:  Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce with Angelhair Pasta, Sauteed Brussel Sprouts and Favorite Breadsticks
Tuesday:  Bean and Cheese Burritos
Wednesday:  Baked Zucchini Fries with Turkey Burgers
Thursday:  Almond Crusted Tilapia with Meggan's Rice Salad (see recipe below) and Fruit
Friday:  Date Night :)
Saturday:  Mini Quiche Bites, Toast and OJ
Sunday:  Amazing Grilled Chicken, Sweet Dinner Rolls, Twice Baked Potatoes and Green Salad

Santa Rosa Wild Rice Salad- Meggan Felt-Gonzalez

1 box Uncle Ben’s Wild Rice (cooked with seasoning)

Juice of 1 lemon

3 chicken breasts cooked and cubed

4 green onions

1 red bell pepper

3 oz. sugar peas pods

2 med. Avacados

1 c. diced pecans (I use almonds instead)

DRESSING

2 cloves garlic

1 t. Dijon Mustard

½ t. salt

¼ t. sugar

¼ t. pepper

¾ c. rice wine vinegar

¾ c vegetable oil

Broccoli Cheese Quiche
Mango pudding
Morning Glory Muffins

Judson and I returned home last night after a fabulous trip with my mom, sister, brother and their spouses.  We visited my aunt and uncle who are on a mission in Nauvoo.  There was much laughter, not much sleep, and even a few tears.  I came home with a greater appreciation for those who have preceded me and the great sacrifices made to follow God's word.  I'm so grateful.  The house was still standing and Keaton did a great job fulfilling his duty as 'parent' for the week.  It was nice to sleep in my own bed last night, and it's even nice to make a menu and think about cooking my own meals!
Here's my menu for the week:
Monday:  Pesto Grilled Chicken with Risotto, Sauteed Asparagus and Grilled Pineapple
Tuesday:  Turkey Burgers, Fruit and Sweet Potato Fried
Wednesday:  Tasty Burritos
Thursday:  Skillet Creamy Macaroni and Cheese with Green Peas
Friday:  Mom's Night Off :)
Saturday:  Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Chips and Relish Tray
Sunday:  Slow Cooker Smothered Pork Chops with Hashbrowns and Steamed Vegetables

Monday-sweet and sour meatballs and  broccoli and oranges
Tuesday-taco soup and green salad
Wednesday-orange chicken,rice,and egg rolls and green beans
Thursday-soup and grilled cheese
Friday-PIZZA NIGHT!
Saturday-chicken nuggets and peas
Sunday-lasagna and garlic bread and sugar snap peas