We now have a couple branches in our club, so we've decided to have a blog for each branch to post activites and events. For example, my group's Happy Hour is tomorrow, so all the details would be posted on our Orem Branch Blog. We're going to make these blogs private so we can have the freemdom to post personal details. There are two links down on the right hand side of this page. Click on the branch you belong to for your club details. In order to continue to view this, I will need your email address so I can invite you to your branch's blog. Send an email with your name, branch, and how you found out about our club to dancingkaryn@yahoo.com.
Thanks ladies!
~Karyn
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Happy Hump Day!
Woo! You made it to Wednesday!
Happy Mom Goal:
As mothers, our methods for finding time off may differ, but the results are usually the same - happier moms and thus happier families. ~Debra Sansing Woods
So today, I'd like you to take a bit of a break. Obviously as mothers, we can't completely take the day off, but find some time during your day when you can just relax and not worry about a thing. It's necessary in order for you to be the best mom you can be!
Happy Kid Goal:
Get out some old pictures of you as a kid (at your child's current age if possible.) Show your kids the pictures and talk about how you were once a kid too! They'll love it, and if they are anything like my 3 year old, they'll have a TON of questions after. It's a great thing to share!
Happy Husband Goal:
I know we did a food one yesterday, but everyone knows "the way to a man's heart is through his stomach!" Tonight when your mister sits down to relax and wind down, have a special yummy drink or smoothie made up for the two of you. It's a nice treat, and it'll give you guys a few minutes to talk about....whatever!
(When I do this, I look in my fridge and freezer and use whatever I've got. Just throw some juice, ice cream, fruit, ice, anything really, into your blender, and you've got a yummy drink!)
Happy House Goal:
In our house, we are trying really hard to have a good supply of food storage. It's very important to have a supply of food in case there's ever a life threatening emergency and we can't get food from a store for whatever reason. This is something that usually takes a while to build up and it can take a lot of work, so don't worry, we aren't trying to do it all today. But focus on doing one thing for your food storage today. Start one if you haven't already. If you have, get a little organizing done, or take inventory of what you have and what you still need. (some good basics are: flour, oil, rice, water, beans, canned goods, etc;)
Dinner Tonight
Barbeque Chicken Pizza
12 regular Rhode's rolls, thawed and risen
6 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
1/2 chopped onion
1 cup of your favorite barbeque sauce
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1 small tomato, diced
1 can pineapple tidbits, drained
1 cup grated mozerella cheese
Cook chicken & onion in 1/2 cup bbq sauce until chicken is no longer pink. Set aside. Combine rolls into a ball. Roll into a 13-inch circle. Place on a 12-inch sprayed pizza pan. Bake @350 for 10 minutes.
Spread with remaining 1/2 cup bbq sauce. Top with chicken and onion mixture, peppers, tomato, & pineapple. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake @350 for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Serves 8 slices.
My family loves this! I sometimes leave out the tomato, but it's great both ways! (Oh, I also use a little more cheese!)
Today's Pep Talk!
Today, I'd like to remind you about the importance of friends. Yes, friends. I've heard so many women say that they don't have friends, but it really can be anyone: sisters, sisters-in-law, cousins, fellow church members, heck - my mom is probably my best friend that I talk to the most! But we mothers need someone we can talk to about the things on our minds; and heaven knows we have a lot in there! A friend can offer the support that we need when a child is giving us a hard time, reassurance when we're feeling discouraged, or a laugh when we need it most. Remember that there are other women out there who care about you, and who get what you're going through. It's okay to reach out to them for support! If someone came to you in need of advice, help, ideas, or even just a listening ear, you'd help them wouldn't you? I'm pretty sure all you amazing women would! So today, remember all the women who are there for you and are your greatest friends. And, reach out to another mother who may need you to be there for them! We can all help each other to be better and happier moms! That's what this is all about~
Happy Mom Goal:
You deserve a break today! I read a cool quote in a book today that I'd like to share:
As mothers, our methods for finding time off may differ, but the results are usually the same - happier moms and thus happier families. ~Debra Sansing Woods
So today, I'd like you to take a bit of a break. Obviously as mothers, we can't completely take the day off, but find some time during your day when you can just relax and not worry about a thing. It's necessary in order for you to be the best mom you can be!
Happy Kid Goal:
Get out some old pictures of you as a kid (at your child's current age if possible.) Show your kids the pictures and talk about how you were once a kid too! They'll love it, and if they are anything like my 3 year old, they'll have a TON of questions after. It's a great thing to share!
Happy Husband Goal:
I know we did a food one yesterday, but everyone knows "the way to a man's heart is through his stomach!" Tonight when your mister sits down to relax and wind down, have a special yummy drink or smoothie made up for the two of you. It's a nice treat, and it'll give you guys a few minutes to talk about....whatever!(When I do this, I look in my fridge and freezer and use whatever I've got. Just throw some juice, ice cream, fruit, ice, anything really, into your blender, and you've got a yummy drink!)
Happy House Goal:
In our house, we are trying really hard to have a good supply of food storage. It's very important to have a supply of food in case there's ever a life threatening emergency and we can't get food from a store for whatever reason. This is something that usually takes a while to build up and it can take a lot of work, so don't worry, we aren't trying to do it all today. But focus on doing one thing for your food storage today. Start one if you haven't already. If you have, get a little organizing done, or take inventory of what you have and what you still need. (some good basics are: flour, oil, rice, water, beans, canned goods, etc;)Dinner Tonight
Barbeque Chicken Pizza12 regular Rhode's rolls, thawed and risen
6 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
1/2 chopped onion
1 cup of your favorite barbeque sauce
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1 small tomato, diced
1 can pineapple tidbits, drained
1 cup grated mozerella cheese
Cook chicken & onion in 1/2 cup bbq sauce until chicken is no longer pink. Set aside. Combine rolls into a ball. Roll into a 13-inch circle. Place on a 12-inch sprayed pizza pan. Bake @350 for 10 minutes.
Spread with remaining 1/2 cup bbq sauce. Top with chicken and onion mixture, peppers, tomato, & pineapple. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake @350 for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Serves 8 slices.
My family loves this! I sometimes leave out the tomato, but it's great both ways! (Oh, I also use a little more cheese!)
Today's Pep Talk!
Today, I'd like to remind you about the importance of friends. Yes, friends. I've heard so many women say that they don't have friends, but it really can be anyone: sisters, sisters-in-law, cousins, fellow church members, heck - my mom is probably my best friend that I talk to the most! But we mothers need someone we can talk to about the things on our minds; and heaven knows we have a lot in there! A friend can offer the support that we need when a child is giving us a hard time, reassurance when we're feeling discouraged, or a laugh when we need it most. Remember that there are other women out there who care about you, and who get what you're going through. It's okay to reach out to them for support! If someone came to you in need of advice, help, ideas, or even just a listening ear, you'd help them wouldn't you? I'm pretty sure all you amazing women would! So today, remember all the women who are there for you and are your greatest friends. And, reach out to another mother who may need you to be there for them! We can all help each other to be better and happier moms! That's what this is all about~
Monday, May 4, 2009
Tuesday Goals
Good Morning! Here are your goals, and have an awesome day!
Happy Mom Goal:
Wear something a little "sexy" today! You can decide what that may be for you. Just because you're Mom, doesn't mean you always have to look like one!
Happy Kid Goal:
Playtime with Playdough! Don't have any? Make some!
Playtime with Playdough! Don't have any? Make some! Here's an awesome edible recipe:
Equal parts: peanut butter, honey, and powdered milk. You can also add a little flour for a firmer consistency.
Happy House Goal:
Organize your craft supplies. If you have tons (like me) pick just one type of craft supplies. (i.e. scrapbook stuff, fabric, paints & brushes, etc;)
Happy Husband Goal:
Tonight, make your hubby's favorite meal for dinner, complete with is fave drink and dessert! (This also takes care of today's dinner idea.)
Today's Pep Talk
I'm sure we've all felt this way! (although I'm sure I don't look quite this calm when I'm doing that much!) The look on her face, however, reminded me to take a moment to organize my time as a wife, mother, homemaker, daughter, friend, etc; etc;....... We CAN get it all done. We CAN "wow" people every day. You ARE amazing! Take it one step at a time. My mom has had me repeat the following phrase out loud a few times: "I CAN DO HARD THINGS!" And it's true. We as women are designed to accomplish difficult things. Just remember today that you can do it all, just not all at once!
It's a new week!
Mondays can be depressing. Cheer up! Let's get to our goals!
Happy Mom Goal:
If your kids take a nap, take one too! If not, lie down for a bit while your kids are watching a movie or at school. 15 minutes does wonders!Happy Kid Goal:
Fingerpaint with your child. They'll love it. After they're dry, frame the pictures and hang them in yours or your child's room. Happy Husband Goal:
A quick phone call to your husband while he's a work will brighten both of your day! If he's super busy, send him a text to have him call you on his lunch break. It's nice to have a little chat with each other during the day.
Happy House Goal:
Is your laundry room clean? I don't just mean dirty laundry. Is there clutter that you stashed there sometime? Maybe a ton of dust on top of the dryer? Take the laundry out of the picture, and straighten up all the other stuff that's accumulated in there. You'll be much happier after it's done. If your laundry room is already clean.....way to go! You get a break today.
Dinner Tonight:
Super Nachos!
1 pound hamburger
dash of each of the following spices: garlic powder, chili powder, salt & pepper, dried minced onions
1 can refried beans
1 diced tomato
1 can diced chilis
1 pint sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
some shredded lettuce
tortilla or pita chips
Brown your hamburger in a pan with all the spices listed above. In a pan, spread out the refried beans and layer the cooked hamburger on top of that. Top with cheese and bake @350 degrees for 5 minutes.
Put out bowls of all the toppings and allow your family to put whatever they want on their chips. It's easy, it's fun, and my kids love it!
Today's Pep Talk
I know it's a Monday, and if you're like me, you're sad to see the weekend go. But, now you get to start brand-new and have an awesome week. Don't worry about the week as a whole, just take it one day at a time. Before you know it, it'll be over and it'll be another weekend! To make your day really good, spend some time with your children. Don't spend so much time on your house, your computer, your errands etc; Chill out and have a little fun with those amazing kids of yours. You'll both enjoy your day a lot more!
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Sunday
Hey amazing ladies!
Sunday, for our family, is a day of rest. It's all about family and togetherness on this day, so I don't focus at all on a chore for my house or anything. So for our Happy Mom's Club, I've decided that every Sunday we will have the same goal: to bring our own families closer together. You get to decide how - every family has their own way of doing things.
I'll leave it up to you wonderful moms to figure out an awesome way to help make your family feel a spirit of togetherness.
I will, however, include a recipe idea just in case you want it!
Dinner Tonight:
Round Steak Over Rice
2 pounds round steak sliced about 1/4 inch thick
2 Tbsp. oil
2 Tbsp. dried minced onion
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 cup corn starch
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 oz. can mushrooms
2 beef bouillon cubes
dash pepper
2 1/2 cups water to make a paste with corn starch to thicken. Simmer for 30 min. and serve over rice.
(Sorry, I couldn't find any good pictures of this!)
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Just For Laughs
I have a treat for you all. I found this on my dear friend Leslie's blog, and I HAD to share it with you. Enjoy!
THE NEXT SURVIVOR SERIES
Six married men will be dropped on an island with one car and 3 kids each for six weeks.
Each kid will play two sports and either take music or dance classes.
There is no fast food.
Each man must take care of his 3 kids;
keep his assigned house clean, correct all homework,and complete science projects ,
cook, do laundry, and pay a list of 'pretend' bills with not enough money.
In addition, each man will have to budget in money for groceries each week.
Each man must remember the birthdays of all their friends and relatives , and send cards out on time--no emailing.
Each man must also take each child to a doctor's appointment , a dentist appointmentand a haircut appointment
He must make one unscheduled and inconvenient visit per child to the Urgent Care.
He must also make cookies or cupcakesfor a social function.
Each man will be responsible for decorating his own assigned house, planting flowers outside and keeping it presentable at all times.
The men will only have access to television when the kids are asleep and all chores are done.
The men must shave their legs,
wear makeup daily,
adorn himself with jewellery,
wear uncomfortable yet stylish shoes,
keep fingernails polished and eyebrows groomed
During one of the six weeks, the men will have to endure severe abdominal cramps, back aches, and have extreme, unexplained mood swings but never once complain or slow down from other duties.
They must attend weekly school meetings, church, and find time at least once to spend the afternoon at the park or a similar setting.
They will need to read a book to the kids each night and in the morning,
feed them, dress them, brush their teeth and comb their hair by 7:00 am.
A test will be given at the end of the six weeks,
and each father will be required to know all of the following information:
each child's birthday,
height,
weight,
shoe size,
clothes size
and doctor's name.
Also the child's weight at birth,
length,
time of birth,
and length of labour,
each child's favourite color,
middle name,
favourite snack,
favourite song,
favourite drink,
favourite toy,
biggest fear and what they want to be when they grow up.
The kids vote them off the island based on performance.
The last man wins only if...
he still has enough energy to be intimate with his spouse at a moment's notice.
If the last man does win, he can play the game over and over and over again for the next 18-25 years eventually earning the right
To be called Mother!
Six married men will be dropped on an island with one car and 3 kids each for six weeks.
Each kid will play two sports and either take music or dance classes.
There is no fast food.
Each man must take care of his 3 kids;
keep his assigned house clean, correct all homework,and complete science projects ,
cook, do laundry, and pay a list of 'pretend' bills with not enough money.
In addition, each man will have to budget in money for groceries each week.
Each man must remember the birthdays of all their friends and relatives , and send cards out on time--no emailing.
Each man must also take each child to a doctor's appointment , a dentist appointmentand a haircut appointment
He must make one unscheduled and inconvenient visit per child to the Urgent Care.
He must also make cookies or cupcakesfor a social function.
Each man will be responsible for decorating his own assigned house, planting flowers outside and keeping it presentable at all times.
The men will only have access to television when the kids are asleep and all chores are done.
The men must shave their legs,
wear makeup daily,
adorn himself with jewellery,
wear uncomfortable yet stylish shoes,
keep fingernails polished and eyebrows groomed
During one of the six weeks, the men will have to endure severe abdominal cramps, back aches, and have extreme, unexplained mood swings but never once complain or slow down from other duties.
They must attend weekly school meetings, church, and find time at least once to spend the afternoon at the park or a similar setting.
They will need to read a book to the kids each night and in the morning,
feed them, dress them, brush their teeth and comb their hair by 7:00 am.
A test will be given at the end of the six weeks,
and each father will be required to know all of the following information:
each child's birthday,
height,
weight,
shoe size,
clothes size
and doctor's name.
Also the child's weight at birth,
length,
time of birth,
and length of labour,
each child's favourite color,
middle name,
favourite snack,
favourite song,
favourite drink,
favourite toy,
biggest fear and what they want to be when they grow up.
The kids vote them off the island based on performance.
The last man wins only if...
he still has enough energy to be intimate with his spouse at a moment's notice.
If the last man does win, he can play the game over and over and over again for the next 18-25 years eventually earning the right
To be called Mother!
Friday, May 1, 2009
Day 4, no pics
Hello ladies. Today I'm not taking the time to put up pictures with our goals. What can I say, it's just one of those days!
Best Chicken Salad EVER!
Happy Mom Goal:
Read a book for 20 minutes today. Unless, of course you hate to read. (Though I haven't ever met a mom who hated a reading break from reality!)
Happy Kid Goal:
Teach your child a new song today. I did this and remembered a bunch of cute little songs that I knew as a little girl. It was kinda fun!
Happy Husband Goal:
Date Night! Plan something fun to do with your favorite guy. It doesn't mean you have to spend a ton of money or anything. Heck, put the kids to bed early and play cards or something simple I like that - I guarantee you'll have fun!
Happy House Goal:
Baseboards. Who doesn't hate these? But, get out your favorite spray cleaner and a rag, and wipe down the baseboards in ONE room. (Only one.....I'm not trying to kill you!)
Dinner Tonight:
Best Chicken Salad EVER!(I hated chicken salad my whole life until I tasted this incredible recipe from Chelsea!)
2 cans of Tyson canned chicken (for a fresher taste, you can cook and shred your own chicken.)
1 small package of slivered almonds, toasted
1 small bunch of red seedless grapes, sliced in half
chopped celery (you decide how much you want in there)
1/2 bottle of Kraft coleslaw dressing (this is what makes it taste so good!)
Mash up the chicken with a fork while slowly adding in the rest of the ingredients.
Serve on croissants/bread to make sandwiches OR stir into your favorite type of cooked pasta to make a yummy chicken and pasta salad.
Today's Pep Talk:
Man, yesterday was so crazy that I probably need today's pep talk more than any of you other amazing ladies! Well, it's a weekend, and that means one thing: take a little bit of a break! No doctor appointments to get to, for most of you no work for you or your hubby, etc; I always breathe a sigh of relief after Friday's over: I've made it through another week! I'm still alive! Yeah! But I also use the weekend as a time for "review and re-do." I review the past week and look at all I've accomplished, and areas where maybe I could've handled things a little differently, and if there's anything I want to change, I have a re-do next week. No sense in fussing about what I messed up on, as long as I get a re-do! Right? So today, let go of anything you might be kicking yourself for, or feeling bad about. There's always tomorrow, and no one expects you to be perfect except yourself. In everyone else's eyes, you probably already are perfect.
One last thing. I was reminded of a quote today that I just love and I wanted to share it with you all because it made me think of you.
"Doing the impossible is kind of fun!"
-Walt Disney
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