a busy mama's diary to inspire

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

BBQ chicken and potatoes

This is a family favorite around here! Grab a 9 X 13 pan...drizzle a little olive oil, then follow these easy peasy steps!
Bake at 425 degrees for about 1.5 to 2 hrs
or til chicken is cooked through and potatoes are easily poked with a fork
ENJOY!!

A special thank you!

This past Sunday was a day I will never forget. Through your support, I (we) were able to raise $825 for clean water for Africa!! Thank you so much!! The water that was provided to me throughout the 13.1 miles tasted all the sweeter, knowing that I was running for this cause. Clean water is a gift I know I take for granted at times. Thank you for supporting me! The race went great and I am hooked! ;)

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

God created us to be creative...in many different ways...I think!! :)

I love to scrapbook, do crafts with my kids, and by myself! Here are a few fun random things I thought I'd share. I can't take credit for all the ideas...like the flowers, but thought they were so fun (and easy!!) I had to share :) If you want directions, leave me a message :)

 These easy flowers placed in a clear vase,
with candies as the vase- filler, make a great gift that will last forever! :)

 
This one's for you KK :) This is one of the pages from
 our Mexico trip in 2009...almost finished with it...finally!!

Permanent Sharpie swimsuit for Barbie.
No more naked Barbies lying around everywhere!

 


Easy way to make your containers more fun! I use mod podge all the time for things! These two are just stickers, with mod podge glue over the stickers! If you use paper letters, grab a paint brush and put the glue on the back, adhere to the container, then let it dry before you apply the layer over the top. Don't be scared, it WILL dry clear! For this "sunscreen" one I found a glitter mod podge! So fun!! Easy peasy, lemon squeezy (as the kids say!)