February 23, 2011--Today's favorites

I went and did some grocery shopping today. There is a place nearby called Plow Boys that has GREAT prices on fruits and vegetables. So, I took a picture today of my favorite vegetable right now. I am love, love, loving spaghetti squash. Probably mostly because I can make it be whatever I want... pasta, dessert, dinner, you name it. It is super low in calories and great fiber!

Then, on my way home, I stopped to buy some milk, and I saw this little gem in the store. I thought of Jeff. Now, I know it is past the big V day, but I am working on not taking for granted my relationships. So, I picked him up. He is pretty cool. Jeff says I only got him 'cuz he was on sale for 75% off. Whatever... never look a gift horse in the mouth I say. He is a cutie, though. Besides, he says I love you! How can a person resist that?

I also got some apples today... well... some... lets just say 3 different kinds. So many, that the guy in the store said to me... wow... you must really like apples. Yep, I have become somewhat an apple connoiseur. Today's little delights were Braeburns, Golden Delicious and Pacific Rose. I also have some Pink Ladies in the fridge. You can never have too many apples!!!!

February 21, 2011-A pineapple

So, for a few weeks now, I have been working on three quilts. I got two of them done, and now I am trying to finish up this one. It isn't easy to get them all done. It is like having fifteen things on your plate that are unfinished. BUT, I have been hauling the pieces to this one back and forth to work for WEEKS. Now, I just have to put the borders on it, and it will be done. I think that will be some time in March before that happens. But, there is no time constraint on it, so whenever is good!

Did you know that the pineapple is the sign of hospitality?

February 20, 2011-San Diego

Today we went to San Diego. Jeff needed to get some new clothes to marathon in, and last week, I received an email to get a free year at Sea World. Now Sea World is not my favorite place to go. BUT, I really like the tide pools and the bat rays. I like to be able to touch the animals. So, for FREE, I guess I can suck it up and go to Sea World once in a while.

February 18, 2011-Food adventure

Jeff and I had to go to the tax advisor today, and we have been watching a couple of food shows on the travel channel and on the food network. We decided that on our way to and from the tax guy, we would make a couple of visits. So, first we stopped at Norm's. I haven't ever been to Norm's, but I see the ads on the TV all the time for the bigger, better breakfast for $5.99. Can't miss out on a deal!

Then, afterwards, we stopped at Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles. I had the salad. Kinda funny when you think about it because it sure isn't what they are known for! Jeff said the chicken was a little dry, but sometimes it isn't about the food it is about experience!

Also, today, as we were leaving the sunrise was AWESOME. I love sunrises and sunsets, so I took another one today! Down near where we were, there was the academy of motion picture. What a cool building that was. AND, as we were leaving, Jeff saw the Flynt Productions building. I think he was hoping he could get a job... LOL! Just kidding!

February 17, 2011--Sugar, sugar!

Last week or so, I bought 4 boxes of cake mix. They were 75cents a piece, and I couldn't pass up a deal. I tried to buy the kinds that I liked the least. For example, I don't like lemon or orange. So, I bought one of each. I also got Spice cake mix. Not my favorite either. I have learned how to make these new cake pops, and I am really thinking they are cool. So, today, I made these orange flavored ones with orange sprinkles. There really isn't too much danger of me eating them all as I could do without them. Kinda a good move on my part. BUT... I am hoping that the tax guy thinks they are cool because actually that is why I made them. He is really a nice guy and I always feel sorry for him how hard he works and for such late hours. So, I thought I would surprise him with some goodies. He may throw them in the trash, but that is okay. I won't know! I also working on some ideas for a cookie/cake/goodie ministry for church. I haven't figured out all the details because I am still working it out in my head. But, if anyone needs some big sugar rushes, let me know!!! I can hook you UP!

February 15, 2011-- My valentine!

Last night when I got home, I saw these beautiful roses on my dresser! They are sooo very beautiful and I LOVE flowers. Any time of the year, not just Valentine's Day. So, there they were... 3 dozen roses in all their glory. I just had to share them with everyone else. SO, if you didn't get any, I am sharing them with you virtually!

February 13, 2011-- A few treats

Yay! Valentine's Day! Any excuse I have to bake is so much fun for me. As always, though, I get all excited and go overboard. Some really cool things have happened this time, though. I didn't have the urge to eat them all. That is something completely new for me. Usually I will have half of them finished before I can get them to school. Along with baking, I also got to work on my photography which was composition this week. Two in one! Double bonus! I can't wait to give people all their little gifts tomorrow and to give Jeff his tickets to Avenue Q. I love treating my loved ones to little somethin' somethin's!