baked pumpkin oatmeal

I was hoping it would be a hit for the kids, I even added chocolate chips. Only 1 out of 3 liked it. Peyton
tried a little bit and said " its good, I like it!"

3 cups quick cooking oats
1/2 cup of brown sugar
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 canned pumpkin
1/4 cup brown sugar (for the top)

In a large bowl mix together all ingredients except the 1/4 cup brown sugar for the top.


Spread into a greased 9x13 pan.

Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar on top.

Bake for 350 for 20 minutes. 

chocolate wasted....

Peyton is 5 and a chocolate lover!!!!! For Peyton's birthday we spent the afternoon at a local sprinkler park in Collierville, TN. The was weather perfect for running in and out of the water.

Let the party begin a chocaholic's dream!!!!

Payton's Birthday picks -
     Cake: triple chocolate fudge with milk chocolate frosting, chocolate sprinkles and cherry's on top.
     (made by Peyton and Daddy)
     Pizza: Snappy Tomatoes and DON'T forget the garlic-butter dipping sauce.

      Ice cream: chocolate and chocolate fudge swirl.

Peyton received many wonderful gifts for her birthday, the one that seems to be her favorite is her Bible, Robert and I decided that when the kids turn 5, they get there very own Bible, and Peyton was looking forward to her birthday for her Bible. Peyton looks through her bible most every day.

Peyton's favorites at age 5.
     Movie: all the Tinker Bells
     Book: My Sister and I
     Object: Kitty

Begin Peyton's parents is a joy! Peyton is always wanting to help cook or clean. Peyton gives the most kisses and tells you she loves all you all the time. Peyton gives such wonderful compliments to everyone,  she even told a complete stranger in Wal-Mart that she was beautiful!

bbq + justin bebier

= Emma's 6th birthday!!!!

Emma's birthday wishes-
chocolate and vanilla cake that said "Emma loves Justin Beiber"
BBQ (pulled pork sandwich) cooked by daddy
Ice cream picks- super man and neopolitan

Emma had a great 6th birthday, she got all kinds of Justin Beiber gifts, but the gift that seemed to of got the biggest "thank you" was a pack of gum from her sister.

Emma favorites at age 6:
     T.V. show - My Babysitter is a Vampire
     Musician - Justin Beiber
     Book - My Sister and I 

Being Emma's parents is such so much fun! We love to watch her grow and to talk with her. She is so loving, giving, and has the best out look on life.  To Emma, the glass is always full.  Emma is a great leader and helper to her sister and brother.

Mother Teresa -

" People are unreasonable and self-centered. Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you ulterior motives. Be kind anyway. If you are honest, people my cheat you. Be honest anyway. If you find happiness, people may be jealous. Be happy anyway. The good you do today may be forgotten tomorrow. Do good anyway. Give the world the best you have, and it may never be enough. Give your best anyway. For you see, in the end it is between you and HIM. It was never between you and them anyway."

I love this!!!!

STAT to the ER

we should of got a picture the next day when it was bruised.

April 29th Peyton was taken to the ER for a busted mouth.  Peyton has been our only child to go to the ER and this was her 2nd time. First time when she was four months old she had croup. This time Peyton was playing in the living room and had a baby blanket wrapped around her head, spinning around. I just walked out of the kitchen, and as the words, "be careful",  were coming out of my mouth, she feel right in to the wrought iron coffee table.

I scooped her up and ran to the sink with  blood coming from her mouth and nose. I had Emma get the phone and call Robert.  I knew he was on his way home. While waiting on Robert, Peyton calmed down, she didn't cry long.   As soon as Robert got home we went to the ER.  While at the ER, Peyton was very brave for the nurses and doctor. The doctor said she would be fine in a few days, that her tongue and her lips (which you could see through), would heal. Peyton's nose wasn't broken and none of her teeth where knocked loose. When the doctor told Peyton she wouldn't need a shoot, Peyton sat up, clapped and asked when she would be getting her milk shake, our typical Peyton. So, off to Sonic we went!!!

moody moody moody

Hayden woke up from his nap in a grumpy mood and put himself in corner, I tried to get him out but he stayed there for about 30mins, so I took pictures.

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strawberry muffins

I love to cook, I love feeding my family. So I thought I would start posting recipes. New recipes and family favorites.

Strawberry Muffins...
   
     Ingredients

• 21/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar 
• 3 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. salt 
• 2 eggs 
• 1/2 cup oil 
• 1/2 milk 
• 1 tsp. vanilla 
• 1 cup sliced strawberries 

     Preparation 

1. Stir together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt
2. Beat eggs, blend in oil, vanilla and milk 
3. Add liquid to dry ingredients. Stir quickly just until moistened. 
4. Fold in strawberries. 
5. Spoon into well greased 21/2 inced muffin tins. 
6. Bake at 400 f for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Remove to wire rack. Serve warm. 

Yummy!!!!!

Hayden enjoying a bed time snack...