Cheesy Chicken over Penne

Let me first start with this… I normally make this recipe with broccoli instead of peas and corn. But since I didn’t have broccoli and no time to go to the grocery store, I needed to improvise. Adam said it still turned out very tasty.

3 or 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast

2 cans of cheddar cheese condensed soup

1 cup frozen peas

1 cup frozen corn

your choose of seasonings (i used garlic slat, pepper, rosemary, and parsley)

whole wheat penne (or any other pasta you desire)

~Rinse chicken breasts and remove any extra fatty pieces, pat dry. Pour in both cans of soup. Season both sides of chicken and then place on top of cheddar soup. Toss in your veggies. Cook 6-8 hours on low. Boil your pasta when it’s dinnertime and serve your chicken and cheesy sauce over it.

Side note: When I make this with broccoli, I would normally add it half way through cooking. Or I’ll steam it while my pasta is boiling.

What’s for dinner tonight?

Star Wars Birthday Party

I’m absolutely amazed with the technology there is today, children still love a movie from the late 70’s. This year the boys decided they wanted a Star Wars themed friends birthday party. It truly is a classic!

Normally we would have their party at the house, but it has gotten to be to much with all the kids and if it’s raining everyone having to be inside. And then course I’m playing hostess and not actually enjoying my children’s birthday party. Not fun! This year we decided to have their party at Laguna's Awesome Party Palace. The staff was wonderful, great with the kids, set-up everything, served the kids, and even cleaned up. It was by far the BEST decision ever!!

Birthday Invites:Darth Vader Cupcakes Birthday Boy #1, Mason AdamBirthday Boy #2, Cody BrandonBounce Time

  Best Friends Party Time

Happy Birthday Bubba

I’ll never forget the day, June 7th 2003. We (adam and i) were on our way to a wedding when I got the call. I was given news that would forever change our lives. “This is Kaiser calling for Brianne Taylor, we would like to inform you that your test results came back positive. You are pregnant.” GASP!

Mason Adam,                                                                                                           I didn’t know what life meant until I held you in my arms for the first time. I didn’t know such a little person could have such a big heart. Before you were born I thought I knew what love felt like, I thought I knew what love meant. That all changed when I looked into your eyes for the very first time. I never realized how much love I could experience for one person. You have forever changed me.

You are my first born, something so unique that can never be taken away. There will always be a special place in my heart just for you. You are the perfection behind my mistakes. You are the reason why I have become the person I am today. You are my shining star. Your unconditional love has taught me lessons I would have never learned if God hadn’t blessed me with you.

I know at times I push you hard and at times I forget you are still only a child. I only do this because I see big things in you and want you to succeed in every single thing you do. Your future is only as big as you dream, so please dream big; dreams do become reality. And if there is ever a time you get scared, just remember, I will be there 100% of the way cheering you on. It’s the least I can do for all that you’ve done for me. I will forever be grateful of you. I love you more then life itself.

Happy 6th Birthday Mason Adam!!!

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Whole Chicken, Asparagus, & Red Potatoes

For tonight's dinner I switched things up a little. I normally stuff my chicken (and turkey) with apples, but my girlfriend Allison told me she stuffs hers with oranges. So oranges it is! And now if Adam complains I’ll blame it on her. :)

1 4lb chicken

1 can chicken broth (i like to use low sodium)

2 oranges, peeled and separated

red potatoes (however many you want), washed and pierced

1 bundle of asparagus, ends cut at diagonal

3 bay leaves

2 cloves of garlic

your choose of seasonings (i used italian, grinded garlic sea salt, and paprika)

~Discard the insides, then rinse and pat dry. Stuff one peeled and separated orange into body cavity, along with garlic. Rub chicken with your seasons. Pour broth into crock-pot along with other orange and bay leaves. Place your chicken on oranges. Toss in red potatoes and asparagus. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.

What do you think?

Dr. Seuss on Budget Cuts

I am Sam,
Sam-I-Am,

Do you like budget cuts with a slam?

I do not like budget cuts with a slam,
I do not like them Sam-I-Am,

Would you, could you forego a raise?
Would you, could you work for praise?
I would not, could not forego a raise,
My creditors want money, they don't accept praise,

I do not like budget cuts with a slam,
I do not like them Sam-I-Am,

Would you, could you suggest a position to cut?
Would you, could you - we want YOUR in-put!
I would not, could not cut a soul,
That is not the way to plug this hole,

I do not like budget cuts with a slam,
I do not like them Sam-I-Am,

Would you, could you take a cut in pay?
Would you, could you work a little longer each day?
I would not, could not take a cut in pay, I already work 25 hours each day!

I do not like budget cuts with a slam,
I do not like them Sam-I-Am,

Would you, could you work for free?
We're short 102 million dollars you see, I would not, I could not work for free, I'm broke and tired, please let me be,

I do not like budget cuts with a slam,
I do not like them Sam-I-Am!

~Author Unknown