Monthly Archives: January 2012

J’s Nursery: Part I

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Cupcakes

I feel like a bit of a ticking time bomb these days. I remember this happening when I got down to the last few weeks with A, where they kept telling me it could be anytime (which you always think … Continue reading →

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37 Weeks…

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Cupcakes

and not a picture to show for it! I was going to take a picture, but that would involve me getting up from the couch during A’s nap and right now I am relishing this sitting down time. It’s exciting … Continue reading →

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French Dip Croissants with Homemade Au Jus

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Cupcakes

I found this recipe on Pinterest. I was particularly excited about this recipe because it comes with a recipe for homemade au jus sauce. I stopped getting the canned au jus when I read on the package that it has … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day Craft

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Cupcakes

I found this super cute Valentine’s Day craft idea on Pinterest. We didn’t have the exact materials for the craft, so as usual we improvised. Here is how we created our heart! Materials: Pink construction paper White cardstock Red paint … Continue reading →

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Baby J Preparations

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Cupcakes

We have been busy getting things prepped around here for Baby J. My parents took the mattresses out of the nursery for us, I am beginning to complete the process of decorating the room, and my husband has been busy … Continue reading →

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Birthday Celebration!

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Cupcakes

There is not much more that all the boys love than a birthday right now. A birthday means presents, cake, ice cream, balloons, and being able to get together and play! We had a great time celebrating my Dad’s birthday! … Continue reading →

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Chicken Stew and Spinach Salad

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Cupcakes

I found this recipe while cleaning out our junk drawer, it came with my dutch oven I got for Christmas last year. What I really like about it is that you slide the chicken breasts in and essentially poach them … Continue reading →

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Happy 60th Birthday Dad/Papa!

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Cupcakes

From all of us! And from A who loves his Papa because he: flies helicopters with him in the house… plays outside… and is why A calls himself a fixer guy, thinks a power washer is awesome, and wants a … Continue reading →

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A Complete Meal- Salmon in Foil and Sweet Pea Risotto

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Cupcakes

So for New Year’s Eve I made this tasty meal: It’s two recipes: baked salmon in foil and sweet pea risotto. What makes this meal really work well is when you put the salmon in the oven it takes about … Continue reading →

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Instagram Picture a Day

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Cupcakes

My picture New Year’s Resolution was to capture a picture a day, especially since our year is going to be filled with exciting new additions and family trips! So if you would like to follow our picture a day adventures … Continue reading →

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