My week loaded backwards so we will start with Friday!
It's hard to believe that it is the "Holiday Season". It feels like this year has just flown by and, as I say every year, I really want to try and enjoy the season; to be intentional with all the things - family time, planning, finances, etc. Trying to make sure that the things we do and commit to are important. (Thus - NO-November!) My guys are busy - which is great - I want them to enjoy these teen years as much as I enjoyed mine (or maybe even more!) even though it means extra planning and running at times!
This week brings a great concert, Halloween, a Pot-Luck at church and a visit from by brother and sister-in-law, Kel and Deb. It should be a great week!
Friday - My guys and their band have a concert tonight. I'm not 100% sure of the dinner plan. I think Darryl is coming from work so it probably needs to be something I can carry to him! So I might just make some chicken tacos.
Saturday - It's Halloween. I know at least one of my guys has concrete plans and I'm guessing they both will by Saturday. I'm planning to make some Chicken and Dumplings for who ever is home.
Sunday - It's Pot-Luck time at church! I'm just taking a taco salad this time.
Monday - I'm still working on Josh's birthday meals HA! He's got three left! Tonight is Spaghetti Carbanara and French Bread.
Tuesday - Dinner at my mom's with my brother and sister-in-law
Wednesday - Youth Group
Thursday - Chicken Alfredo and Garlic Bread (Josh's choice!)
Here’s a look back at our week, which my brother Kel looks forward to every week: 🤣
My brother, Kel, asked me recently if things have ever "slowed" down because I often say, "things should slow down soon.". Well guess what? They have not! I think things just get busier! Some days I think my head is spinning. For real. I really wouldn't trade it though as I know this season is fleeting so I am enjoying it - even on the crazy days. That also means that my menu plan sometimes shifts faster than the sands on the dunes along the Lake Michigan shoreline! You will notice some repeats from last week as the schedule changed a lot!
Friday - There is a game night for Josh and Nate - I know Nate is going for sure. Who ever is home will have pulled pork and mashed potatoes. (All microwave items that keeps it simple!)
Saturday - My mom's for dinner!
Sunday - We are grabbing McDonald's after church before heading to my mother-in-laws for birthday dessert with her for Josh's birthday. She really wanted a chance to see him for his birthday since he turned 18!
Monday - Zuppa Tuscana and Bread. This was on the plan for last Monday and it did not happen!
Tuesday - Chick-Fil-A Nuggets, Cheesy Potatoes, and veggies
Wednesday - Youth Group
Thursday - I think my guys are having band practice before their concert on Friday. So I'm really not sure and probably won't know until Thursday morning.
It was an easy week to plan since it all carried over from last week HA!
The countdown to the big 18 is on! Whew! Josh gave me a list of some of his favorites and requested fruit with most of the meals and veggies with them as well. Yep, he likes to be healthy even though he doesn't really like veggies HA!
Friday - tacos
Saturday - Josh made plans with friends; Meanwhile Darryl, Nate and I are heading to my father-in-laws to help him put things away before winter. (It seems like just yesterday we put all of his summer stuff out!) We will eat with him.
Sunday - Josh's first request - Ham slices, homemade mac and cheese, and roasted veggies
Monday Josh's second request - Zuppa Tuscana Soup, Fruit and Bread
Tuesday - Josh's third request - Cheesy Potatoes, Fruit, and veggies (and I'll add Chick-Fil-Lay nuggets too)
Wednesday - Youth Group
Thursday - Josh's Birthday!!!! His birthday dinner request is . . .. .Chicken and Rice Stir Fry, Fruit, and I'm adding some crescent rolls too.
He's got a few more dinner requests that will carry over to next week!
