tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77225460591024533682024-02-18T23:11:34.791-08:00Mr. + Mrs. GAnd yet another newlywed blog. Full of fun things we do, the recipes we make (and fail at), and mostly, a documentation of our love, and the new life Carlos and I have started together.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger232125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-69319232332153410902017-10-20T23:26:00.002-07:002017-10-20T23:26:56.712-07:00Cotopaxi: AKA LIFE <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-33902334172942552582016-02-07T23:00:00.002-08:002016-02-08T08:24:20.270-08:00Kenai's Birth Story: Feb 1st 2016<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Being pregnant with Kenai was so easy! Side note, for anyone wondering what Kenai means, it's Inuit for black bear--he's our lovable little bear đ I</span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; white-space: pre-wrap;">never had morning sickness, and I even worked out the last week I was pregnant! We went to the doctor around mid January and I was dilated at a 4! The doctor said I could pop at any moment! Once we heard that, we got ready as fast as we could--I went and got a pedicure, Carlos cleaned the cars, and we packed our bags to get ready for the possible appearance of little Kenai! But he had other plansâŠ</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Because I was getting induced, my mom was able to plan and got to Memphis on Sunday. It was so nice to have her one day early--we went to the outlet mall and went to McCallisters (which became momâs favorite restaurant). My feet got soo swollen though! Mom got me a wheelchair, and I got pushed around like a little chubby--and the wheelchair at the outlets was TINY! I barely fit in it! I donât know how the people from MS fit in there! We stayed up SO late just talking and catching up--because my mom got in at around 2 pm, we were able to go to church in the morning. Carlos was SO ready for little Kenai to come, and we were joking about skipping church the third hour because I wasnât âfeeling goodâ. I made my mom a little sign when we picked her up, and it was just so good to have her in Memphis! </span></div>
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We are completely in LOVE with these photos we were able to get! </div>
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As of today, I am 13 weeks, 3 days. Almost done with my first trimester! </div>
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On our first doctor's appointment, we were able to see the little bean. It was completely surreal. You know when you picture a completely loving moment between husband and wife--ours was NOT like that. I was pretty freaked out, and Carlos could tell on my face. Our ultrasound tech was super nice, but she could tell that I was NOT comfortable. </div>
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We were able to hear the heartbeat on the second ultrasound, and it is completely incredible that I'm growing someone! All we hope is that he/she is healthy and strong. :) </div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">ALL of the gummy candies (seriously, my desk is FULL of gummy bears, worms, sour gummies, any type of gummy I can get my hands on!) </li>
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<li>I'm one of those lucky ones that hasn't felt sick one bit since getting preggo--sorry. #notsorry in fact, because I was expecting sickness, I took 5 different pregnancy tests just to make sure it was true! I still can't believe it! </li>
<li>I've been getting a little bit of back pain, but I think I'll take it over anything else! </li>
<li>Weight gain: none. Because I haven't felt sick, I've been able to continue my regular workout routine, and I haven't felt too much bloating.</li>
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<li style="text-align: left;">We will be finding out sex ASAP! I want to know so I can start buying ALL OF THE BABY things! I've only been able to buy grays and yellows so far. #sadface</li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><b> </b>Since we live in Mississippi, but work/go to school in Tennessee, we have the luxury choosing what state Baby G will be born in: hands down, TN. </li>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-61583366426090273672014-11-10T12:32:00.001-08:002014-11-10T12:32:40.626-08:00Life Updates: November EditionIt's weird that this place is slowly becoming 'home'. <br />
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But then we get assaulted by fog in the morning, and the only places we eat are fried chicken joints, I remember that this place is unapologetically my temporary home. <br />
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Here's just a few things we've done this past month. *and side note: HOLY HANNAH! HOW IS IT NOVEMBER ALREADY?!?! WHEN DID THIS HAPPEN? <br />
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+Blanket scarves are SO in...the blogging world. Your hubby just thinks you are crazy that you think wrapping a plaid blanket around you is cute. <br />
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What I see: <br />
<em>So cute. So trendy. Must. Have.</em><br />
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What the hubby sees: <br />
<em>Are you seriously wrapping yourself in a blanket?!?!</em><br />
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+We are too old for Halloween. We need kidlets to fully enjoy it. <br />
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+Our Halloween night consisted of Chinese takeout and What Lies Beneath. #oldschool<br />
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+Uncle Lou's sweet and spicy love...Do not miss this. Even if you are scared of sketchy neighborhoods. You'll be rewarded. <br />
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+I crave fried pickles <em>every time</em> we go out to eat. Gus' are still my favorite so far. <br />
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+I AM SO ready for Christmas break. 3 weeks of vacation? Yes. Please! <br />
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+Brand new movie theaters are the best! But movies are expensive in MS. We had to resort to a matinee<em>--the horror!</em> <br />
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+GO watch Interstellar. Right. Now. This is one of the best films that I've ever seen. It's so different. It's refreshing. It makes you think. Also, I laughed, I cried, and I nearly peed myself. It's <em>that </em>good. #spacetravel<br />
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+T Mobile doesn't suck. It's nice to not have to worry about data usage...#verizonhadmescared<br />
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+Happy Fall Ya'll (I am trying to embrace my surroundings) <br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Buy it </span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/transaction/235216284"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">here</span></a><span style="font-size: xx-small;">.</span> <br />
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+We got called to be family historian consultants. I am already sick of hearing my own voice. And it's only been a week. Also, Carlos volunteered us to speak on Sunday. #thanksbutnothanks<br />
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+"Outside of Utah wards" are so different. I literally feel like there's a church activity EVERY DAY. Maybe that's because we actually go to them. <br />
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+Working at home rocks. You should try it sometime. <br />
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+I miss having a Hobby Lobby 30 seconds away from me. I make due by at least an 1 hour of Etsy a week. <br />
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+Downtown Memphis has it's charm. But WHATABOUT the Trolleys?!?! They are still down...<br />
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+Sorry Thanksgiving, but I NEED Christmas décor to go up NOW. <br />
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+ALL the baked goods. <br />
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+Yes, I got myself a donut pan. It was something I convinced myself that I <em>absolutely, would-die-if-I-didn't-have-it. </em>I'm still not convinced though. There's something about frying a piece of dough that speaks to me. #fatkidprobs<br />
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+Carlos survived his second week of midterms. #herestofinals <br />
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+We bought Calvin and Hobbes their very own dog-friendly Thanksgiving dinner. Yeah, we are those kind of dog people. <br />
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+Sunsets here are gorg. <br />
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I'm counting down the days/hours/minutes/seconds until Christmas. AAAHHH can't wait! Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-59038005344471538012014-10-09T12:24:00.001-07:002014-10-09T12:24:53.833-07:00October: Latest Happenings Phew! What a crazy couple of months! <br />
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We have been officially living in the South for over a month, and sometimes, it still doesn't feel real. There's been lots of growing pains, new cuisines tried, and experiences that I'll never forget. <br />
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So what's been up? <br />
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+It was my birthday. Hello being old. AND helllloooo to a new (and first) MK purse<br />
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+We went to Nashville. LOVE that city, even though I don't particularly fancy country music (BUT I DO fancy Blake Shelton...) <br />
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+Fall TV started up. Need I say more? We're obsessed with new shows (Gotham, Flash, The Voice...etc). <br />
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+We got called to be "Family History Consultants"...#atleastwearen'tinnursery <br />
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+Ran my second 5K 2 min faster than my first. Next goal..under 30 min. #yeahi'mfat<br />
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+Calvin, Hobbes & Carlos ran their first 5k! <br />
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+I'm trying to convince hubby to sign up for a half marathon. It can't be all that bad? #germantownhalfmarathon2015<br />
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+Conference weekend happened. #LDSconf I feel so refreshed and rejuvenated. <br />
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+Made the switch to T Mobile. Sorry Verizon, you sucked. Stayed with the iPhone 5c. NOT going to be paying a grand for the iPhone Plus. #toopoor <br />
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+Waiting and hoping for fall weather. It's still 80 degrees up in here, and me no likey. <br />
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+Just made the BEST ever chicken tacos. GET IN MY BELLY!!! <br />
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+Seriously contemplating fabric wall paper for the apartment. Am I crazy?<br />
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I am SOOOO excited for this next couple of months. #theholidaysarestarting We've got tons on our plate, and it's going to be a wild ride! <br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-38583540680724593592014-09-22T13:29:00.002-07:002014-09-22T13:29:11.741-07:00That One Time...One time, a boy fell in love with a girl. They lived a perfectly normal existence in the comfort of the girl's hometown for almost two years. <br />
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It's been just over a month since we've moved from comfortable, sleepy draper, to crazy, loving Memphis. <em>And here's the best part, we don't even LIVE in Memphis! </em>Technically, we live in Horn Lake, MS. It's been a whirlwind of a month, and I just want to document a little piece of the craziness that's been going on in our lives. <br />
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<strong>Insanity</strong><br />
This whole move has been insane. Insane because I've never lived outside of Utah. Insane because we don't have family nearby. Insane because we are truly on our own. Insane because it's a 23 hour trip from Utah (if you drive). My fam bam was able to take the road trip with us (all 5 of us, including two cars, a Uhaul, and 2 dogs in tow). <br />
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Insane because Elan came home while I was in TN. Insane because I was able to procure the funds to actually go back home to Utah and see my family for a little bit! (I didn't get to see my lil sis because she's in Jerusalem!) <br />
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We've been truly blessed here. Sometimes I can't even believe how much Heavenly Father loves us. I just don't <em>get it! </em><br />
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Since I LOVE bullet point lists so much, I thought I'd give you a glimpse of the good, the bad, and the ugggly. <br />
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<em>Things I Hate About Memphis</em><br />
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<li>Verizon service absolutely sucks</li>
<li>The drivers are 100% certifiably CRAZY </li>
<li>The humidity </li>
<li>The bugs (they cause a ruckus at night!) </li>
<li>The apartment complex (we get rando notes in the middle of the night from management, and the gym 6 different remotes for their tvs--only ONE works #getittogether) </li>
<li>Narrow roads (I blew up a tire because I got too close to a curb) </li>
<li>The stake center is 45 min away (yeah, yeah #utahmormon) </li>
<li>The high prices to fly outta this place! </li>
<li>The neighbors above us </li>
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<em>Things I Kind-of-Sort-of-Like About Memphis</em> <br />
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<li>Our ward (our ward is phenomenal) </li>
<li>New friends (we've got a great group of 3 couples that are rockin') </li>
<li>BBQ (in this order: Rendezvous, Memphis BBQ Company, BBQ Shop, Central)</li>
<li>Shelby Park </li>
<li>Registering your car is as simple as having a Driver's license, proof of residency, and the title of the car</li>
<li>Gas is CHEAP! </li>
<li>T mobile rocks here--and t mobile is CHEAP! </li>
<li>They have a "Life is Good" store</li>
<li>Temp agencies rock </li>
<li>Our apt is HUGE (and we are paying about $30 more than we did in Draper--SCORE!) </li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-40828214879988440552014-08-30T13:36:00.000-07:002014-09-22T13:36:44.909-07:00Ooey Gooey Cupcakes of WONDER AKA Brownie Batter Chocolate CupcakesWow. I'm a girl that isn't in love with all things chocolate. Sure, I love anything chocolate-dipped, but I don't go crazy for uber chocolate. <br />
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These cupcakes are a little labor intensive, but extremely delicious. Like so good, I wanted to eat them all in one sitting, and the hubby made me take them to our home teachers so we would get rid of them. Sadface.<br />
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1 (18.25 oz) box devilâs food cake mix (I used the cheapo, Western Family brand)<br />
1 (3.9 oz) pkg instant chocolate fudge pudding mix (I used the cheapo, Western Family brand)<br />
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1 cup vegetable oil<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">In this recipe, there was a frosting...it didn't tickle my fancy. It might tickle yours...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: white;">5 sticks butter, softened</span><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><span style="background-color: white;">8 oz powdered sugar</span><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><span style="background-color: white;">1.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder (Hersheyâs Special Dark Cocoa)</span><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><span style="background-color: white;">a pinch of table salt</span><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><span style="background-color: white;">1.5 cups light corn syrup</span><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><span style="background-color: white;">2 tsp vanilla extract</span><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><span style="background-color: white;">16 oz milk chocolate chips</span></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /></span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-11779998609988938462014-03-04T08:05:00.000-08:002014-03-04T08:06:54.837-08:00Obsessed with Monograms<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I'm totally obsessed with monograms. I mean, how cool and preppy do they make everything look? I went a little crazy and made some of these, just for inspiration. </div>
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What do you think about monograms? Overrated? </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is super professional. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I feel like this could be on a wine label. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A little grungy/professional?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This one reminds me of preppy football players, like the ones in the 1950s. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Clean, beautiful. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This looks like a firm. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This should go on a clean pressed oxford shirt. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Appropriate for a resume. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A little over the top. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beautiful. But do you think this counts as a monogram?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This one looks like it's Neltje plus Granny. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sooo preppy. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">One of my faves. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">What a beaut. </td></tr>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-88020244195784101402014-02-21T09:25:00.002-08:002014-02-21T09:25:19.760-08:00Caramel Corn That Makes You Go CRAAAAZYI love this caramel corn so much, I ate a whole bowl of it yesterday, and I didn't even realize it. This is so good and so easy. The hardest part?<br />
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Having to wait for it to cool down.<br />
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This recipe is awesome because you become a domestic goddess, <i>you are making your own caramel. </i>Read that again, You. Are. Making. Your. Own. Caramel. Enough said.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b>Baked Caramel Corn: </b></span><br />
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<li>1 cup butter</li>
<li>2 cups brown sugar</li>
<li>1/2 cup corn syrup (light)</li>
<li>1 teaspoon salt</li>
<li>1/2 teaspoon baking soda</li>
<li>6 quarts popped popcorn (24 cups)</li>
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Pop your popcorn and set it aside.</div>
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Preheat oven at 250' F</div>
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In a saucepan on the stove top, carefully melt butter so it does not burn. After butter is melted add brown sugar, corn syrup, salt.</div>
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Bring to a boil stirring constantly. Let boil without stirring for 5 minutes.</div>
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Remove from heat and stir in baking soda.</div>
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Pour over popcorn, already popped and in a pan.</div>
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Bake at 250 F for 45 min, stirring every 15minutes.</div>
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Remove from pan & break apart immediately.</div>
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Cool on parchment paper.</div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Original recipe<a href="http://afancifultwist.typepad.com/a_fanciful_twist/2012/10/caramel-corn-1.html"> here</a></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-2548933302184074172014-02-11T10:35:00.002-08:002014-02-11T10:35:34.651-08:00Fool Proof Bread Recipe (I GUARANTEE IT)Making bread is something I've always wanted to be pro at. I mean, how cool do you sound if you say "Oh yeah, I make my own bread." Which basically translates into "I'm FREAKING Martha Stewart, don't mess, k?"<br />
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Last year, Hubby bought me my very own bread maker, because I pretty much thought that in order to be a good wife, I needed to know how to make bread. There were a lot of highs and lows when making bread. I mean, it's <i>such </i>an investment--3 HOURS. And if it doesn't turn out, well, sorry. You just wasted 3 hours of your life...waiting.<br />
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So, I present to you, a fool proof version of white bread. Trust me guys, this one's tried and tested. I made one Sunday night, and yesterday night--both with fantastic results. The bread is SO good, that it's hard to just not eat it with honey and butter. We made sandwiches with this bread. I HIGHLY recommend purchasing a bread cutter, or you end up with squished bread (#yeahme).<br />
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1 cup warm water<br />
2 Tablespoons white sugar<br />
1 package (.25 oz) yeast<br />
1/4 cup vegetable oil<br />
3 cups flour<br />
1 teaspoon salt<br />
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Put in bread maker. (It works well in express settings too!) Press start.<br />
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Enjoy.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-4259871904529606122014-02-06T08:09:00.002-08:002014-02-06T08:09:35.316-08:00When the Going Gets Tough...Make 10 MINUTE CINNAMON ROLL PANCAKESLately, I've been having a rough time. It's kind of hard to describe. Nothing's <i>wrong </i>per say, but I just feel in a funk.<br />
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I saw this recipe from <a href="http://www.recipegirl.com/2011/03/01/cinnamon-roll-pancakes/">Recipe Girl</a> for these gooey, ooooooey, amazing pancakes. Once I saw them, I KNEW I had to make them.<br />
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However, I only had about 20 min before the hubbs came back. Yes, I wanted to eat them before he came home (sometimes I'm selfish like that).<br />
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I scurried around the kitchen, and made some dang good pancakes that only took about 10 minutes. Which, when you are in a pinch, it's perfect! The recipe was halved, since I was the only one eating, and it can easily be doubled for two.<br />
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<span style="color: #6fa8dc; font-size: large;">10 Minute Cinnamon Roll Pancakes (for 1)</span><br />
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Cinnamon Filling:<br />
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<li>2 Tablespoons butter (melted) </li>
<li>1/3 cup packed brown sugar</li>
<li>1/4 Tablespoon ground cinnamon </li>
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Cream Cheese Glaze: </div>
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<li>2 Tablespoons butter</li>
<li>1 oz of cream cheese (room temp) </li>
<li>1/2 cup powdered sugar</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract</li>
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Pancakes: </div>
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<li>Krusteaz pancake mix (just add water). Yes, I cheated, and it was soooo good. </li>
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Stir together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter. Mix until smooth. Scoop filling into small zip baggie. </div>
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Heat up the butter until it is melted. Whisk in the cream cheese until smooth. Then mix powdered sugar and add in vanilla extract. Set aside. </div>
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and spray with nonstick spray. Use a 1/3 cup to measure pancake batter to the pan. Use the bottom of the scoop to spread the pancake batter on the pan. </div>
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Then snip the corner of the cinnamon filling bag and squeeze the filling into the open corner. Once the pancake begins to form bubbles, add the filling. (It doesn't have to be in a fancy swirl!) Cook the pancake for 2-3 min. Then gently flip over and cook for another 2-3 min. </div>
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Serve pancakes topped with cream cheese glaze. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-69447748310562549642014-02-05T09:59:00.000-08:002014-02-05T09:59:45.234-08:00An an Effort to Expand My HorizonsIn an effort to become cool, I've been taking coding classes, take a look at what I can do!<br />
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<a href="http://www.codecademy.com/codebits/MAHuzR">Code It Forward</a><br />
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#codemaniacAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-4083266569441617272014-01-24T14:11:00.001-08:002014-01-24T14:11:58.780-08:00P'nut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Barz (So fast to make & so fast to disappear) OMG guys.<br />
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So right now, I've been doing the Atkin's diet. It's been extremely successful, and the pounds are dropping. :) !!!!<br />
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Even my sweet tooth has gotten relatively calm--which is amazing.<br />
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However, work was having a bbq today--and they asked for treats...my philosophy in life is to MAKE all treats that I take to functions (not to poop out and just buy a pack of cookies--where's the fun in that?). My reasoning is that if I have a good arsenal of treats by the time my kiddos go to school--I can be that awesome mom that has the BEST treats. Silly, I know. I have found many delicious recipes, at the expense of mine and Carlos' waistline :)<br />
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These things were SO EASY to make. I made them after a 10 hour day of work, 3 hours of class, a parking ticket, and working out! So don't say you can't do it!<br />
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Mmmm. A lovely sugar coated measuring spoon.<br />
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And yes, that's a container of DIET Mt. Dew. It often is the only thing that keeps me going. (also Pandora playing Crazy Love station--nothing like Michael Buble to serenade you in the ol' kitchen)<br />
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Ready to go in the oven!<br />
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Hellllllllo oooey gooey deliviousness.<br />
Can you believe I didn't eat a whole bar? Or a whole sheet of em?<br />
Honest to goodness. All I did was savor a tiny bite--and I even spit it out (I know it's crazy).<br />
<br />
I took these to work...and there was nothing left. I didn't even get to sneak one...which is probably good. They were a hit!<br />
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<b>Here's the recipe. </b><br />
Modified from <a href="http://www.averiecooks.com/2013/03/peanut-butter-chocolate-chunk-cookie-bars.html">here</a>.<br />
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Makes 1 9 X 18 pan and a small 8 X 8 pan *so a lot!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients: </span><br />
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<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">1 cup butter, melted (2 sticks)</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">2 eggs</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">1/2 cup granulated sugar</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">2 Tablespoons vanilla extract</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">1 cup creamy peanut butter (like Jif)</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">2 1/2 cups all purpose flour</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">1 teaspoon baking soda</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">1/2 pinch salt</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">6 squares of melting chocolate (3 for topping, 3 crushed) </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">1 cup chocolate chips </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1. Heat up oven to 350 F. Spray both pans good with cooking spray (so they don't stick) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2. Melt the butter in a big bowl. Add the sugar (brown and white), vanilla, peanut butter, baking soda, salt, and eggs. Then add the chocolate chips and the chunks of melting chocolate. THEN add the flour. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">3. Bake for 18-20 min. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">4. Let the bars cool for at least 30 min. (This is the hardest part!!!) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5. Melt 3 squares of melting chocolate and drizzle on top of the bars. Wait 20 min to cool. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6. Slice and serve! </span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-55128224911678462432014-01-13T09:53:00.001-08:002014-01-13T09:53:22.080-08:00True<img alt="Then you would know the true colours" src="http://d24w6bsrhbeh9d.cloudfront.net/photo/adN1ERZ_460s_v1.jpg" />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-38052172218334112932014-01-12T21:37:00.002-08:002014-01-12T21:37:27.523-08:00That One Time Hulu Sucked...and the Bachelor Came on a Week LaterHulu has been good to us...<br />
<br />
We've been able to skate by with just Hulu and Netflix.<br />
<br />
HOWEVER...<br />
just as El Bachelor aired, ABC switched up their contract dealio, and people with HuluPlus gotta wait ONE WHOLE week to watch it!<br />
<br />
I know, first world problems...<br />
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However, one friend told me about Aereo...<br />
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It's $8/month and you can <i>record live tv. </i>You read that right!<br />
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Take a look, you'll be glad you did!<br />
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#firstworldproblems<br />
#loveitUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-49493124777306959832014-01-07T13:59:00.002-08:002014-01-07T13:59:19.900-08:002014 Resolutions...or Life Changes If You WillHappy New Year!<br />
<br />
What a whirlwind year it's been.<br />
<br />
Good bye 2013, and hello 2014.<br />
<br />
As the new year is ushered in, I've been contemplating the <strike>resolutions goals</strike> lifestyle changes? that I've been wanting to make. Of course I <i>want to lose weight, </i>I want to be smarter, I want to be more accomplished--I'm sure everyone does!<br />
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Here are my concrete goals that I've made (and stuck with for the past <strike>7</strike> 6 days (New Year's day counts as a holiday--and not a time to start resolutions)<br />
<img src="http://www.zanebenefits.com/hs-fs/hub/149308/file-407153179-png/2014_updated_health_reform_timeline.png" /><br />
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<b>Physical: </b><br />
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<ul>
<li>Drink 8 glasses of water a day. </li>
<li>Do two weeks of the Atkin's Diet</li>
<li>Gym 3x a week with the hubbs</li>
<li>1 hour long daily walks with Hobbes</li>
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<b>Spiritual: </b></div>
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<ul>
<li>Start and complete PMG by the end of the year (by myself) </li>
<li>Read the whole BOM by the end of the year (by myself) </li>
<li>Read manuals <i>before </i>class</li>
<li>Comment at least once in Relief Society/Sunday School</li>
</ul>
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<b>Hobby: </b></div>
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<ul>
<li>Crochet a scarf before the end of February </li>
<li>Start taking classes to get my black belt in Ju Jitsu</li>
<li>Post on this here blog at least once a week</li>
</ul>
<b>Mental: </b></div>
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<ul>
<li> Graduate </li>
</ul>
<b>Marriagical: </b></div>
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<ul>
<li>Be a better wife by uplifting Carlos </li>
</ul>
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Ready, set, GO! </div>
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*<span style="font-size: xx-small;">I"ll be following up each month to see how I'm doing! </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-68312468561708474472014-01-04T14:43:00.000-08:002014-01-07T14:43:25.631-08:00Waterlogged--The APP You Need to Keep Track of WaterSo nobody reads this.<br />
#factoflife<br />
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However, I will still shout my love of this new app that I just found. It's not your Candy Crush that will consume you and make you spend money, it's an app that will help you make good choices!<br />
<br />
Behold...<a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/waterlogged-drink-more-water/id352199775?mt=8">Waterlogged.</a><br />
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This is an easy to use app that does what it says--it helps you track how much water you drink! </div>
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It's free, and it's also very pretty. </div>
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All you've gotta do it go download it from the app store. Your health with thank you. </div>
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I've been using this app for about a week, and I'm in love. I've even gotten my Mom to download it--novel! </div>
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Now I'm off to finish my last 2 oz of water! </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-28894443439459469312013-11-04T14:06:00.001-08:002013-11-04T14:06:38.880-08:00Slowing Down & Smelling the Roses<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/IcrbM1l_BoI" width="560"></iframe><br />
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<br />
I just kind of love this song. And once you watch the music video, it gives it a whole new meaning. Right now, I feel like I'm kind of in a funk. I talked about it with my darling hubby the other night. He was getting frustrated with the fact that I kept asking him about if he was doing something.<br />
<br />
I know that I am a typical nagger. I guess it's part of being a wife? :) But he told me,<br />
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"You keep looking forward to the next step. When you are done with your MBA, when you are done with your job now. Are you so busy looking forward that you are missing now?" </blockquote>
I didn't really register that was happening to me until someone actually told me. Of course, I don't really think that there is anything wrong with having goals and wanting to accomplish something, but there is something to be said about enjoying the <i>moment. </i><br />
<br />
I definitely was better at enjoying the moments last year. I mean, we had to document all of our firsts! Our first Halloween together, our first Thanksgiving, our first Christmas...you get the idea. But now, I am all about looking forward to starting again.<br />
<br />
However, I do need to slow down and enjoy life. But How?!<br />
<br />
<br />
<ul>
<li>Well, my little Hobbes chewed up my computer chord, and that has been helping.</li>
<li>I should probably stop making so many lists. I am a woman of lists, but that can get in the way of enjoying life. (dang it. I made a list...)</li>
<li>Focus on the big picture. So many times, I get caught up in the fact that something isn't going the way I need it to, I need to take a step back. </li>
<li>Smile, even if it's not going my way. I'm a brat--I'll acknowledge it. And I absolutely hate when things don't go my way. I need to JGOI (just get over myself) </li>
</ul>
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I think that November is the perfect month to start doing this.<br />
#thanksgiving<br />
#thankful<br />
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This is a little reminder that I put up in my lil' cubicle:<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-41196280635854424702013-10-03T09:17:00.004-07:002013-10-03T09:17:45.711-07:00Life...Life has been crazy lately.<br />
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I didn't even post about our amazing 1 year anniversary trip! Well, we went to FL and then a cruise. It was just what we needed. It was the perfect end of summer getaway, and a great way to celebrate being married for a year. I can't believe we've been married so long--it hardly seems like we've been married long!<br />
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<b>Carlos gradumatated. </b><br />
<img src="https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/522414_10201782623508324_1994057874_n.jpg" /><br />
So proud of him! #byualum<br />
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<b>We got Hobbes. </b><br />
<img height="239" src="https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/970513_10151879663819924_668708810_n.jpg" width="320" /><img height="238" src="https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/v/1081954_10151831209791970_773475731_n.jpg?oh=af04e96bd5bf89d0b5d09ef20b17372e&oe=524F67A7" width="320" /><br />
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He's a red heeler/mini Australian shepherd mix. He is a cutie! We love him so much! It's been weird to have a lil' dog, mostly because we didn't really have one growing up. Luckily Carlos is a resident pup-expert, so we have it all covered!<br />
<br />
<b>We interviewed at Cornbelly's. </b><br />
Carlos was a poor lil' graduate with no job for just a couple of weeks, so we decided to go to Cornbelly's to see if we could get a job there (extra money!), we got the job, but right as we started training, Carlos....<br />
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<b>Got a Real Kid JOB!</b><br />
After a couple of hits and misses (as it always goes when job searching) Carlos got an awesome opportunity to work in a lab! He pretty much does what he studied for his major! #microbiology I'm so proud of him, and we will be able to save up so he can take the OAT (for optometry school) and interviews for schools that accept him.<br />
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<b>I Turned 24. </b><br />
I feel real old. It was a fun day full of family and friends. Here's to 24 being a wonderful year!<br />
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<b>We Joined A Kickboxing Club</b><br />
I finally made Carlos join a kickboxing club. It is awesome. Seriously, the workouts are intense, and I am pooped after I go. I'm trying to do a 60 day challenge, but my knee got tweaked and I was out for a week. #notfun<br />
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<b>We Will Be Skiing This Year</b><br />
Yes. Carlos got me passes to Sundance this year. He is going to learn to ski, and we are gonna have a blast! Yahoo!<br />
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Seriously, life is good here in the Grandela Household. I couldn't ask for more. #blessings<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-33892551379524174092013-10-02T13:45:00.000-07:002013-10-02T13:45:32.136-07:00A Review of Every Single Candy Corn Flavor 2013Guys. Guys.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">GUYS. </span><br />
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Seriously. I am freaking obsessed with CANDY CORN. I can't say it enough. #candycorn #cornmadeofcandy #oktoberfest<br />
<br />
There are lit'raly a million flavors of candy corn on the market. Trust me, I've been a lookin'!<br />
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And since I'm such a peach, I've tried em all, and I'll give you the low-down on each.<br />
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<b>Starburst candy corn.</b> When I first saw this, I thought, <i>this could not be. </i>I'm a big fan of the Starburst jelly beans--so I thought--this is insanity! However, it didn't disappoint. At first bite, it was really weird--and tart! I could only eat like 3 in one sitting, but it was a fun change.<br />
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<b>Brach's Pumpkin Spice candy corn</b>. With the craze of the pumpkin spice, you can't go wrote with these candy corns! :) When you first bit the candy corn, it's a whole lot of spice and when you are done with it, it's a whole lotta pumpkin. It's a great way to curb your crave for pumpkin spice. However, the taste might remind you of a candle. . .<br />
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<b>Brach's Indian Corn. </b>Eh. I'll eat this one, but my heart doesn't jump for joy when I see it. It's an okay flavor, but maybe because I am into the crazy flavors. </div>
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<b>Brach's Carmel candy corn. </b>This was a very flavorful candy corn--I think they should have named it Dulce De Leche candy corn--to give it that exotic flair! I liked it, but I'll definitely pick other flavors over it. </div>
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<b>Brach's S'mores candy corn.</b> If you want to go the chocolate route, this is the candy corn for you. I thought it was going to be sick, but it was surprisingly different. The tip of the candy corn actually tasted like graham crackers! Weird!<br />
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<img src="http://www.zacharyconfections.com/images/products/halloween/02-255.jpg" /></div>
<b>Zachary Apple Cider candy corn.</b> This was one of the pricier candy corns I picked up. But one of my favorites. It has this "melt in your mouth" quality that I can't put down. I had to put these in another room, because I could easily eat a whole container in one sitting.<br />
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Brach's Carmel Apple candy corn. This. is. my. <i>favorite </i>candy corn flavor of ALL time! Seriously. You can't get better than this flavor. This year, I've had a hard time finding it, I've hit up Wal-mart, Harmon's, and Walgreeens. I still haven't indulged in this amazing flavor this year--but it is the best of the candy corn flavors--I know it!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Brach's Original Candy Corn </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">$1.49 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Starburst Flavored Candy Corn </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">$2.50 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Apple Cider Candy Corn </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">$3.63</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Total Spent on Candy Corn</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">$16.92 (and counting) </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Trying every flavor of candy corn? </span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Priceless. </span></i></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-75273430837148816672013-05-28T17:00:00.000-07:002013-05-29T10:04:07.708-07:00"Is this a circus or something?! It makes me cringe every time they open their mouths."..Bachelorette 2013Guys.<br />
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<strike>It's Bachelorette season. If you are like me, and you love watching love unfold on national television, let's get started. </strike><br />
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Watching people make complete fools of themselves on national tv, while doing <i>ridiculous </i>things, The Bachelorette is for you.<br />
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Des(iree)--the bachelorette. She tells us of her rags to riches stories, as she sprawls out on a (california?) king bed. But goodness gracias, this chica is <i>Boring. </i>With a capital B. Instead of hearing her rant about how she wanted to share her life with someone, I was more concerned about what kind of candy they had put in those cute lil' apothecary jars on her bedside. Because, every morning, I get up & I need me a piece of candy. <br />
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Hubby joined in on the bachelor fun--and he was appalled at the caliber of men they picked this year. <b>"Is this a circus or something?! It makes me cringe every time they open their mouths."</b><br />
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Within 30 seconds of the show starting, Des was already in tears. What a baby.<br />
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And that car? Sure it's a Bentley and everything...but let's get real. I was afraid she was going to crash if she started crying about something. Then I thought how awkward it would be to be those camera guys that were taking those shots of her in the car...they must have looked like stalkers...<br />
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Now to the Rose Ceremony/Party/Where the Freaks arrive:<br />
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Brad (wishybone): Wishbone was cute, but weird.<br />
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Brandon: Anyone else thinks he looks like Casey (from Emily's season?) The resemblance is striking.<br />
<img alt="Kasey" height="320" src="http://images.thehollywoodgossip.com/iu/t_full/v1364525750/kasey.jpg" width="213" /><img alt="Brandon Andreen" src="http://thebachelorette2013.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Brandon-Andreen.jpg" /><br />
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Kasey (#thehashtag): #canyoubemybestfriend #legit<br />
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Ben(mylittlekidwillwintheshowforme): how could you not win with that adorabs lil' kidlet?<br />
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Brian (mybestfriendswedding):<br />
<img src="https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRdyuWyl9v8KoeQ7pMlUO7uoH-VpUh0Ux7LVt9C5plICTHLnSOY" /><img alt="Brian Jarosinski" src="http://thebachelorette2013.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Brian-Jarosinski.jpg" /><br />
Doesn't he look like Rupert Everette (My Best Friends Wedding)?<br />
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Brooks(The Hair, THE HAIR): He seemed nice...<br />
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Briden (can't be eliminated first because he is a war veteran) : is that some sick Utah joke where two names are combined? (Brian and Aiden?) gag me.<br />
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Dan(SURVIVOR?)<br />
<img alt="Dan Cox" src="http://thebachelorette2013.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Dan-Cox1.jpg" /><img src="https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTCPlutE3pD25l9I0auBaaGeUFbCn91VdWWm0Lr9BUr5Av76vqv" /><br />
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Diogo: Who told that poor soul it was a good idea to wear a 100+ lb suit of armor?<br />
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Drew (nicen'nervous): He seemed nice, but a little TOO nervous.<br />
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James: (Squidward): he looks like TOO perfect.<br />
<img alt="James Case" src="http://thebachelorette2013.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/James-Case1.jpg" /><img src="https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTK_4IUtJdazMLN0gJhT009trPuUae3jUZmLkONZ3lcWQ7wXpc2aw" /><br />
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Jonathan (WHATTHECREEPER?!) What a creep. I wonder what kind of lawyer he is...cause he looked like he was on drugs.<br />
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Juan Pablo (Iwantmore): Uay for Juan pablo, seemed like a genuinely interesting guy...<br />
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Larry (pessimist101): I guess with a name like Larry, you can't help but being depressed.<br />
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Michael G: (apennyforyourthoughts): He seemed nice, a little fratboyish, but kewl<br />
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Nick (nowyouseemhimnowyoudont): Ah....he completed the ultimate magic trick, not getting a rose.<br />
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Zack K.: (moviestarquality): Loved him, except for the Converses. You don't have to wear lame shoes to stand out honey.<br />
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Zak W. (theshirtlesswonder): I'll be the first to admit, he's got a rockin' bod. But unfortunately, has the Michael Phelps syndrome (akin to Butter Face).<br />
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I was more excited for the previews of the Bachelorette than the actual choosing of her men.<br />
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Would this season just be great if she ran off with Chris? I mean, he's single and everything.<br />
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#tatafornow #bachelorette2013<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-35794951012782088502013-05-17T07:00:00.001-07:002013-05-17T07:12:27.089-07:00Guilty pleasures<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9Xs__izf4xmrWYAxU0AQaYdnY8xvIHPf1Lj83_erl6-tbV64NDZMZKYRxkTEv3tGBW87IqLc_nZnwJppx9Gk2RkESX1UlWSF73lPlvnIJd5zy0jnpddN6svUWXi104bGsy-MDD6YqcVQ/s640/blogger-image--159727011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9Xs__izf4xmrWYAxU0AQaYdnY8xvIHPf1Lj83_erl6-tbV64NDZMZKYRxkTEv3tGBW87IqLc_nZnwJppx9Gk2RkESX1UlWSF73lPlvnIJd5zy0jnpddN6svUWXi104bGsy-MDD6YqcVQ/s640/blogger-image--159727011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdA3ctvMUEYq7Jskms86Im7d_mry0zT8fxdLvBnpwm1YtcHbR4yyiQgJDJd520cU6rxdJ5vN5SP1XF5JuwV9XXas1Xb8qk6nb8I9vAZ0ZfkHYY4QiZpihNdmEAcmNlhfdmLOBhPYoIXDk/s640/blogger-image--1769977355.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdA3ctvMUEYq7Jskms86Im7d_mry0zT8fxdLvBnpwm1YtcHbR4yyiQgJDJd520cU6rxdJ5vN5SP1XF5JuwV9XXas1Xb8qk6nb8I9vAZ0ZfkHYY4QiZpihNdmEAcmNlhfdmLOBhPYoIXDk/s640/blogger-image--1769977355.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaNGjNsPJPUZeOEMvbbvQ6hN6JlbLuUrGjfaG5UmT5LIIIeUFFXP0NB_22zgKcwqh26cpg3bhJ5vlju99PNCxpiyupWhyphenhyphenCSCA9bPr0V0pt-SLUJdq-3GbpSrCeZ1uuJP4h4BPsCH19Aq0/s640/blogger-image--636489577.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">These are some things I've been lovin on lately. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Polka dot pants?! Oh yes! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaNGjNsPJPUZeOEMvbbvQ6hN6JlbLuUrGjfaG5UmT5LIIIeUFFXP0NB_22zgKcwqh26cpg3bhJ5vlju99PNCxpiyupWhyphenhyphenCSCA9bPr0V0pt-SLUJdq-3GbpSrCeZ1uuJP4h4BPsCH19Aq0/s640/blogger-image--636489577.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV2Bcgui_T4JFHMLsQpZEgx-2TJgTToUKaBjR5L8NpDscpuPwpqXN8c-9USUH5DR1OOj1JUa4-_Dh67o3PNg6p3_RpiVBHOB42Zi213mqF71aENKxq6Gd_Ch1K6MCzDTppyha2lTbfCrc/s640/blogger-image--747278687.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV2Bcgui_T4JFHMLsQpZEgx-2TJgTToUKaBjR5L8NpDscpuPwpqXN8c-9USUH5DR1OOj1JUa4-_Dh67o3PNg6p3_RpiVBHOB42Zi213mqF71aENKxq6Gd_Ch1K6MCzDTppyha2lTbfCrc/s640/blogger-image--747278687.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Popcorn and my fizzy drink is always a winner.</div><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaNGjNsPJPUZeOEMvbbvQ6hN6JlbLuUrGjfaG5UmT5LIIIeUFFXP0NB_22zgKcwqh26cpg3bhJ5vlju99PNCxpiyupWhyphenhyphenCSCA9bPr0V0pt-SLUJdq-3GbpSrCeZ1uuJP4h4BPsCH19Aq0/s640/blogger-image--636489577.jpg"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I don't even know what happened with these cookies. Sad face.</div><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdA3ctvMUEYq7Jskms86Im7d_mry0zT8fxdLvBnpwm1YtcHbR4yyiQgJDJd520cU6rxdJ5vN5SP1XF5JuwV9XXas1Xb8qk6nb8I9vAZ0ZfkHYY4QiZpihNdmEAcmNlhfdmLOBhPYoIXDk/s640/blogger-image--1769977355.jpg"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">You can never, ever go wrong with little Caesars. Ever. </div><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9Xs__izf4xmrWYAxU0AQaYdnY8xvIHPf1Lj83_erl6-tbV64NDZMZKYRxkTEv3tGBW87IqLc_nZnwJppx9Gk2RkESX1UlWSF73lPlvnIJd5zy0jnpddN6svUWXi104bGsy-MDD6YqcVQ/s640/blogger-image--159727011.jpg"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">So happy it's Friday. </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-50788826998296232172013-05-09T14:14:00.001-07:002013-05-09T14:14:29.362-07:00Easy Lemon Dream BarsOh mmmm geee you guys.<br />
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I just found the perfect recipe for lemon bars. Like the kind where-you-can-eat-a-whole-pan-and-not-even-feel-guilty-because-they-are-way-better-than-the-Krusteaz-brand-and-just-as-fast.<br />
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Try saying that in one breathe.<br />
But really.<br />
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These are absolutely <i>divine. </i><br />
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And you will never have to purchase Krusteaz again, because these are about 1 million times better, and just as easy.<br />
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<img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMssDLrPLbfRq6hQ5emsueg9GjbzSTqhFTbcWWWSr6aQOTCLb3F104CmzvlDgkqbAQyLuBtCs8p6Bx_HuRsroTh2_C0r5w6ZTTUl9Auhl1-bwJR72FWO8xECJIbNfhpMTLwFifvsONOPg/s500-no/kruzteaz.jpg" /><br />
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Are you ready?<br />
Are you sure?<br />
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Here you go.<br />
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Try not to gain 30 pounds with this recipe.<br />
Original recipe from<a href="http://www.cooks.com/rec/view/0,1613,134188-247196,00.html"> here.<span id="goog_1696946219"></span><span id="goog_1696946220"></span> </a><br />
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Crust:<br />
1 1/2 cups flour<br />
1/2 cup powdered sugar<br />
1/2 fresh (or not) lemon juice<br />
2 tablespoons flour<br />
(optional: 2-3 teaspoons grated lemon peel)<br />
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Filling<br />
4 eggs<br />
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar<br />
1/2 (or more) lemon juice<br />
2 tablespoons flour<br />
(optional: 2-3 teaspoons grated lemon peel)<br />
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Preheat oven to 350.<br />
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Mix up all crust ingredients.<br />
Then mix it up to the pan.<br />
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Bake for 20 min.<br />
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While waiting, beat together filling ingredients. (Try not to drink the mixture, since there's raw egg in it)<br />
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Put it in pan and bake for 15-20 min.<br />
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Let cool & then sprinkle with powdered sugar.<br />
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Eat until you burst. :)<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797962195016670595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7722546059102453368.post-24506576192095484032013-05-08T08:13:00.001-07:002013-05-08T08:20:35.244-07:00As of late...As of late:<div>Job moved to draper (we might be moving to draper)</div><div>Hubby is working full time</div><div>We went to Virginia to see Angelina get her endowment</div><div>Loved the dc temple</div><div>Insanity sessions</div><div>Failure to blog</div><div>Craft sessions</div><div>Baking disasters & success</div><div>Easter</div><div>Started a new semester of MBA: marketing</div><div>I am in love with marketing</div><div>We end our nights at 11 because hubby gets up at 515 am, and I go to the gym at 6</div><div><div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPb_DjepeFWZf1n01_VcRz4bmhu1ytPp_kc0TBF3CvHdkTVhTp7Fkh2vghNztvKWz5apeo2C5ceN-bEM7QjI-lo4PfJR1l9TPbqDd7ptZUW5Mkj8F_S7sqxD0dI_icKz-ATNK-2XaAzaQ/s640/blogger-image--673035345.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Poor Hubby thought he would have more time....he has unfortunately been so mistaken.<br />
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Because, 5 out of the 7 days, he has to get to work before 6 am. And then he works 2 overnights.<br />
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Not to mention he is taking 6 credits--but 4 classes--since BOTH his classes have labs.<br />
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And he got called as 1st councilor in the Elders Quorum presidency!<br />
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Hubby is <i>busssssssssy. </i><br />
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I see him, but not as often as I'd like--but at least we have our weekends.<br />
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My schedule is crazy too--but I've gotten used to it.<br />
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I work full-time (and usually 10+ hours since there's so much to do), class at night twice a week, and as many gym classes that I can fit in :)<br />
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But we are gearing up for our AWESOME vacation in July! Where all our hard work will pay off! :)<br />
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We work hard, and play hard here.<br />
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