Fashion Friday.

You know when you have those internal debates with your self.  Well I did over this post.  I couldn't decide if I should post this or not.  It is a trivial thing.  Not a big debate post.  Anyway,  I couldn't decide because.  My pictures are not the greatest.  I don't profess to be a great photographer.  I couldn't decide because I am not a fashion blogger.  Although, I love clothes.  Like it is a disease.  I love new things.  I love putting outfits together.  I love to get dressed up.  I don't have an abundance of money or clothes.  I think it fun to mix and match what I have. 

With all that said, I wanted to share one trend I enjoy right now is the maxi skirt or dress.  I like to joke that it is like wearing pajamas.  And have nicknamed my maxi skirts "pajama skirt".  Seriously, it is like lounging around in a comfortable pair of pajamas all day.  Instead of actually looking lazy wear actual pajamas all day, you look cute and dressed up.

 

Here is me on two different days.   All ready for the day in my pajama skirt and looking good doing it.  So there's my fashion like post for you for the day. 

 

6th grade rocket launch

The 6th grade had their annual rocket launch last week.  The day was very windy and not the best condition for launching off a bunch of light weight rockets.  Amber didn't seem to mind one bit.

The kids all get to buy a rocket, build it and decorate, if they want.  Joel and Amber worked on the rocket together.  It wasn't the prettiest thing, but it was fun.

Most of the kids rockets ended up blowing 2 blocks to the South because of the windy conditions.

Getting ready to launch!

Amber's first launch landed on the school property.  The parachute tore a bit.  Then she decided she was just going to launch it again.  Hoping for it to explode.  But it didn't.  It blow 2 blocks to the South, which was the fate of many rockets.  I tried walking around to recover it for her, but never did see it.  Although I did see many other rockets.  All and all a good time was had. 

What's for dinner in April?

My meal planning post seemed to be a popular one.  I thought I could show you what my plan is for this month.  Maybe to give you some ideas or help you to see my meal planning process.

This month we have some meals that rolled over from March.  I also have leftover ham to use up.  And I am kind of hoping to clean out my big freezer this month and let it defrost.  Then the big freezer can get a good wash down.  So this is where my plan starts.  Use up the freezer food.  Use up the Easter ham in a different way, so the kids don't get tired of the same leftovers.  Also, make the dinners we skipped making last month.  Showing you my meals as divided by my protein categories.  For April I need 22 dinners.

Beef/Pork:

Ham & Mushroom Pasta (leftover ham)
Grilled Steak
Pulled Pork
Pork Tacos

Chicken/Seafood:

Enchilada Lasagna (using ground turkey)
Teriyaki Chicken
Coconut Chicken
Spicy Honey Chicken

Pasta:

Pesto Pasta
Mushroom Ragu
Chicken Parmesan
Baked Ziti

Soup/Salad:

Pasta Salad
Tortellini Soup  (using ground turkey)
Thai Chicken Noodle Soup
Potato Soup

Meatless:

German Pancakes
Beans & Rice
Mini Veggie Pizzas
Quiche

Free:

Ham Fried Rice (leftover ham)
Chef Salad (leftover ham)

The Spring Break Fun

We are one of the uncool families who does nothing for Spring Break.  I am one who believes you don't have to be going and busy all of the time.  We sort of hung out at home and relaxed. 

Monday:  I decided to do our little family Easter Egg Hunt after FHE.  We had a nice little Easter story, thanks to Joel.  Then headed to the backyard to find all the eggs.  It was nice to spread the Easter candy and festivals through out the week.

Wednesday:  Joel took half a day off from work and took us all to lunch and the Zoo.  It was such a perfect day weather wise.  Also, so great to have a day with the whole family.

Of course we had a great time seeing all the animals.

Luke's favorite was the owls and eagles.  We enjoyed all the new exhibits at the zoo.  On the way home we got our favorite after zoo snack, Nielson's frozen custard.  So good!

Friday:  The kids and I walked to the library and back home.  I haven't mentioned, but we (Joel, Me and Tori) get to go on a Stake Youth Pioneer Trek this summer.  We have been trying to spend lots of time walking and on our feet.  I am hoping I am not the Ma to slow her family down.

After the library and I cleaned up a bit.  The kids dyed their hard boiled eggs.  I just observed and help where needed.  Friday night, Joel and I got to go out on a date.  And I tried Pho for the first time.  Fun stuff!

Saturday:  We had a Hobbit watching party with a small group of friends.  We had bbq steaks with sides.  And the highlight was Caramel Cake.  Tori and I also watched YW Conference broadcast.

Sunday:  Easter Sunday, we all got to wear our new Easter clothes.  Of course we did the baskets and stuff, not pictured.  I made the girls skirts using this pattern.  They were actually quite simple and didn't take much time.  The girls all got to pick their fabric and a shirt to match their skirt.  Luke got a new shirt and new pants.  I really should get on board with making him something new for Easter too.

Today it was back to school.  Sad to see our relaxing weekend come to an end.