"Explorer Spirit…Servant Heart…"
Nov 6th, 2009 by leigharev2
Ama flew down for three days for a visit! We had fun shopping, looking at houses, and carving pumpkins.
Ama bought these hats that the boys are modeling…
early evening at the Fountains…
Goofing off at a furniture store…
While mom and I did the creative carving, the boys were on goop patrol…
Batman and Two-Face…
Nov 6th, 2009 by leigharev2
Our homeschool network met up for a delightful matinee, titled, "Once Upon a Time". Many of the kids in the community were in the play, and some of the kids in our group got to see their friends perform.
Part of our group…
We all had a nice picnic lunch at a local park after…
A and R with two of their good buddies (C and N)
Nov 6th, 2009 by leigharev2
…this is what mine packs when traveling…(musician)
Nov 6th, 2009 by leigharev2
This art lesson focused on the kids pating attention to the outline and edges of an item they were to draw. They choose their stuffed animals to draw.
This is a drawing ‘R’ made of his koala bear ‘Aurora’, on a surfboard, by a news stand, with a "news flying thing that shouts out the news"…
Aurora, the koala, and Doby, the dog…
This is a drawing ‘A’ made of Doby on an airplane, about to land in water…
This is another ‘A’ drawing of Doby jumping out of an airplane, with a parachute, over a volcano…
Nov 6th, 2009 by leigharev2
We are currently living in a two bedroom apartment, and space is tight. I found this idea in ‘Family Fun’ magazine. These are especially helpful if the kids are working on the same worksheets. The boys love them, and, I think, appreciate their own personal space, even if temporary….
You can find directions for this at: homemade workstation
Oct 25th, 2009 by leigharev2
Since this recipe was requested, I thought I’d type it up for others to enjoy as well. This comes from the volume – cooking cookbook, Fix, Freeze, and Feast by Kati Neville and Lindsay Tkacsik.
Makes 3 entrees, 4 servings each
1 tray (6 -8 pounds, or 12 chops) pork loin chops, boneless or bone – in
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2T. honey
3t. dried oregano
3t. minced garlic (about 9 cloves)
3 one gallon freezer bags
1. Rinse and divide chops evenly among freezer bags.
2. Whisk togethermustard, vinegar, lemon juice, oil, and honey in a medium bowl. Divid the marinade evenly over the chops, into each bag measure 1t. oregano and 1t. garlic.
3. Seal and Freeze.
To cook one entree:
Prepare on an outdoor grill or under a broiler.
1. Completely thaw one entree in the refrigerator.
For outdoor cooking:
1. Prepare a medium fire in a gas or charcoal grill.
2. Cook chops, turning occasionally, until the thermometer in the thickest part reads 160 degrees. Baste the chops as desired. Do not baste final five minutes of cooking. Discard remainin marinade.
For indoor cooking:
Arrange chops on a greased broiler pan. Broil chops under high heat 5 inches from heat, turning frequently for 15 -18 minutes, until thermometer reads 160 degrees.Baste the chops as desired. Do not baste the last five minutes of cooking. Discard remaining marinade.
Oct 20th, 2009 by leigharev2
Let me introduce you to our awesome friends, the Savells. Eric and Crystal were literally the very first people we befriended upon our move to Roseville. Sure, we had some online friends who became friends in real life shortly thereafter, but Eric and Crystal were the first strangers who became friends.
It happened the evening we arrived in Roseville. After driving about 15 hours with a big UHaul, and dealing with a flat tire on the van, we were too late to take possession on our apartment and needed to find alternate accomodations for the night. We went to Starbucks so David could plug into the WiFi and find a hotel. I stayed outside with the boys so they could run the sidewalk a little, after being cooped up in the van all day. David and I were beyond exhausted and varied in shades of gray.
Crystal and Eric were sitting outside with their two dogs. They smiled and started conversation. I told them that we had just moved to Roseville. Crystal saw my cross and asked if we had found a church yet. I told them that we moved to Roseville specifically to check out Bayside. They both got big grins on their faces and said they went to Bayside and were active in the Middle School ministry. They invited us to join them for service the next week and we did.
I told Crsytal that God had tapped them to be our “Welcoming Commitee.” God is so good.
We all just clicked and have built a delightful friendship from there. Crystal attends Body and Soul classes with me, and we run together. David and Eric meet many Saturday mornings to connect. Crystal also watches our cat when we are traveling. They have been to our place for dinner and worship, and we have been to theirs.
This last Saturday, Eric and Crystal invited us to attend service with them, then go to their house for dinner. They also invited their friends, Tammy and Lee. It was such a fun night. Tammy had just done worship at our church and was full of adrenaline and the Spirit. Her excitement was contagious. She has also recently joined Body and Soul as well, and I am enjoying getting to know her.
Eric and Crystal…
Tammy and Lee…
David and the boys, sitting on the most comfy chair EVER! We are getting one of these when we get our house.
Tammy’s husband, Lee, bought her the biggest marshmallows as a congratulations for her singing that night. (Bayside services have about 2500(?) people per service…) You should have seen the boys eyes when they saw the marshmallows!
Good buddies and sisters in Christ…
‘A’ helping Crystal with dinner…
Eric and da boys…
The marshmallows sparked conversation of the possibility of s’mores. So…
…burning the marshmallows. That’s right. That’s how it’s done!
Sugar shock in 5…4….3…2….1…
Oct 20th, 2009 by leigharev2
When we lived in North Bend, I was used to seeing body parts of birds, mice, shrews, and voles laying on the kitchen floor or doorstep. Now, in Roseville, Chelan has become pretty adept and catching lizards. I think the success rate of me saving them in time is about 50%. A few weeks ago, I joked with my friends in Bible Study that I would need therapy if Chelan (our cat) ever brought in a snake.
Well, my nightmare came true…
David, my hero, played Jeff Corwin and took the snake outside with a pair of my salad tongs…
The poor little guy did have a few puncture wounds, but I am sure he will be OK. I am pleased to say that I think I handled myself better than I thought I would have. I only shattered one of David’s eardrums…:)
Oct 18th, 2009 by leigharev2
Mon: Mustard Oregano Chops, Hashbrowns, crockpot applasauce
Tue: Goat Cheese and Roasted Corn Tortillas, Black Beans, Polenta
Wed: Ginger Beef, Rice, Bok Choy
Thu: Thai Coconut Curried Chicken with Potatoes and Rice
Fri: Chicken Enchiladas, Green Salad
Sat: Leftovers or Eat Out
Sun: Leftovers or Eat Out
Bakery Challenge: CocoCranNut Muffins
Oct 15th, 2009 by leigharev2
I just returned from a delightful evening with Bible Study/Homeschool friends. Lori graciously opened her home for the Mexican-themed potluck and Tina managed logistics. We have some very talented chefs in our group! YUMMY!!
Such a fun night. I love you all!
Heather, Katie, Ginger, Tina, Kelly, Leslie
Colleen and Megan
Carrie, Brenda, Nancy, Julie, Nanacy, Marisa
Heather, Katie, Jodi, Betsy, Lori
The whole gang…special thanks to Lori’s mom for taking the picture.
OK, we did sushi…then Mexican…what’s next? 🙂