BLESS YOUR HEART
Here it is Monday again, a brand new week is ahead of us. Do you have any plans? I looked at my schedule, and it is pretty pitiful. No “real” plans, just several things that need to be done eventually. I will be starting back up with my exercise routine on Monday, my instructor (drill sergeant) has been away for a couple of weeks. I need to start making plans for a Fundraising Workshop that I will be doing for the GFWC Virginia Conference in August, and Sandy and I need to start making and planning the decorations for Vacation Bible School at the end of July. A small pain of panic set in when I read in the church bulletin that bible school was only 3 weeks away! WHAT!!!! We haven’t even started planning.
In an effort to free up my afternoons, I have been trying to write more of my blog in the mornings, instead of sitting and surfing on the computer. Another time saver would be to already have my supper/dinner menu planned out and most of the prep work done ahead. Crock Pot meals would be wonderful, but I can never find any that I really like, that are healthy. SO, I am asking you gurls to give me your best recipe to try. I learned a long time ago that recipes from word of mouth are the very best. I love cookbooks, but their recipes do not always taste the best. The pictures in a cookbook will make my mouth water, but in reality they are sometimes bland. You can tell from my clothing that I am not into bland. Haha
Sorry for the foggy photo. This humidity is playing havoc with my camera lens. I clean it off, and before it can take all the pictures, it is fogged up again. Today’s outfit is my run around town and go grocery shopping outfit. Shorts and a t-shirt, pretty simple, huh? This is what I was wearing the day I filmed my makeup routine, and skincare routine. If you have not already watched my makeup routine video, go here for the application, and go here for the written description and product links.
I can just see my mother cringing, she will think I have on too many necklaces. Lol! I only have on THREE. They are all three by Plunder Designs, the short one is called the Ada. I got this in my start up kit, but this is the first time I have worn it. I normally like the longer necklace styles, but I just thought I needed something extra this time. I like that it fills in the “void,” and the saying on the plate says, “Bless Your ❤️.” Us southern girls use this term a lot, and each time it has a different meaning. For example:
In the most loving term, such as “You are the sweetest thing, Bless your heart!”
In the what were you thinking term, “Did you really think those pants went with that top? “Bless your heart!”
In the I am so sorry for your loss term, “I really hate that your goldfish got eaten by your cat.” “Bless your heart.”
In the way that says you are as dumb as a rock, “Did you really think it was a good idea to not wear sunscreen while you were fishing?” “Bless your heart.”
You just have to listen for the subtle tone changes, and sarcasm. Haha The rest of these necklaces are some that are special purchases. They are only available till they sell out. Don’t make me have to say, “You missed out on those two necklaces? Bless your heart.” I think that would fall under term number 4. LOL!!! These necklaces are the Stevie, and the Trudy. The v-neck t-shirt is one that I picked up at the GAP, but you can buy one of those anywhere. Except maybe at a gas station, but you know what I mean.
The from behind shot.
These shorts are a pair I picked up at TJ Maxx. I think (I couldn’t read the label very well) that they are by Kenji. You would think they would want their label to be made in a way that you could read it. I liked the color and the print immediately. Joe even gave them a thumbs up! Woohoo!!!
Printed Shorts: Lily Pulitzer | Michael Kors | Exact Shorts
Beckley decided to join me for the last few photos. He sure looks motley! But he is mine, and I think he is gorgeous. He unfortunately has an allergy that takes a toil on his skin and hair. “Bless His Heart.”
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Love your Blog, you make me life everyday! Being from the South, I two say “bless your heart” in all those examples you gave! Living in Flordia now for 21 years people love to imitate me and my Southernisims…..I love it! Thanks for starting my morning out with a chuckle.
*Laugh everyday(guess I should have proof read)
Wish I could wear shorts that length. It is hard to accept this 60 year thing! You look great in them!
Pork chops or chicken with mushroom soup. Cook in crock pot. Serve over rice. I love the shorts. Wish I had legs like yours…..I wear my shorts at the knees. Could we have some pictures w/out the purses. I love your jewlry poses. Still my favorite blog. Your fashion style is awesome.
No Brainer Chicken:
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 bottle Catalina salad dressing
Place chicken in crock pot, cover with dressing, slap the lid on and leave for work. Serve over rice, with a salad and you have dinner. Adjust amounts to you family. I use 6 chicken breasts and 1 bottle dressing. Always use frozen chicken because I never think to plan ahead and thaw!
I’ve made this before and the hardest part is finding the Catalina dressing!
Good morning ! Here’s what I am making this week when my Houston bunch are coming up for the weekend.
Take one BIG family pack of drumsticks and season rather heavily with a spicy Cajun/Creole spice. (I usually have Tony Chachere’s on hand) and coarse ground black pepper.
Put on a hot grill just long enough to make grill marks on the chicken – about 3 minutes per side (turn once).
Remove from grill and put into a crockpot. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup Teriyaki sauce over the drumsticks.
Cook about 2 – 3 hours on LOW while you are outside with the kids, having fun! They will be fall-apart delicious. You are on your own for side dishes. Mine are super simple when the grandkids are here – basically, they want mac & cheese, and lots of it. and fresh strawberries or cantaloupe.
Cute, cute, cute! What a comfy and cool outfit which you show off perfectly! Bless your heart! How in the world do you have the energy to do all that you do? Do you sleep at all? I think of you as the energizer bunny! With your active lifestyle, crockpot is the only way to go. Wish I had a recipe off the top of my head. I’m more of a throw everything in and plug it in kind of gal. I’ve even made meat loaf in the crock pot. If I come up with a “real” recipe that’s good I’ll email it. Hope the rest of your fans are more helpful. In the meantime, have a wonderful Monday and do your best to keep cool! Seriously, bless your heart for the gem that you are.
Love your blog and style! I adore your dog. We have alto in common.
Great outfit! You have inspired me to rethink my look for the day since the humidity is supposed to return to Kentucky! Recipes to come! Have a blessed day!
Looking forward to the recipes!
I love the print and color of those shorts! Btw, you have great legs 🙂
Much appreciated, Angie!
Crock Pot Pork Roast:
1 pork roast (3-4 lbs)
1 can diced tomatoes (I used the ones with Italian seasonings by S & W)
1 can green beans (drained)
1/3 cup white wine (I use Chardonnay)
1 Chicken bouillon cube (dissolved in 1/2 cup water in the microwave)
1 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions:
Place uncooked roast in crock pot (I have even done it when the roast was frozen solid). Pour the rest of the ingredients over the roast & cover. Set crock pot on low & leave to cook for 8 hrs. The pork will be fork tender. Serve over white rice.
I hope this is the kind of recipe you had in mind ?
YES! This is perfect. We don’t eat hardly any red meat, and pork only sparingly, but every once in a while doesn’t hurt you. Thanks for taking the time and effort to write this down for me.
I totally understand the problem of having no real plans but still having a lot to do and not a lot of time to do it. You look ready to tackle anything.
Rena
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