Sentimental Saturday

Emily and I spent our day with mom, helping her clean and organize her things in her apartment. Each box that we opened contained wonderful treasures that told stories of her past. In her closet...six shoe boxes full of vintage scarves. Most were in excellent condition. She kept her favorites in her dresser drawer, and sent several home with us. (Watch for some in my Etsy Shop) This one adds a touch of spring to her gray sweater, doesn't it?!

Emily, Mom, Ken and I went to the St.Olaf Church Rummage Sale. We had to make two trips to the car with all the goodies we found for Emily's apartment. We enjoyed lunch prepared by the church ladies...barbecues and homemade pie.
After lunch and back to work. I'd say one of the highlights was this bed jacket. My mom received it when she was in the hospital having a baby. It was from my dad's sister, Aunty Vivian. The note on the box read 1951. It is still in perfect condition. We had a good day...three generations together...sharing precious memories.

Finally Friday...

...the end of another crazy week. Emily and I made the 4 hour trip to spend time visiting and helping my mom, as she just got out of the hospital a couple of days ago. We surprised her with some DQ ice cream and chatted about half an hour. Then she was ready for bed. Mom's place is small so we are in a motel. Plus , Emily will appreciate the place to spread out her books and study. Finals are just a week away!

Things in my House Thursday XVII

My new cookbook holder! I love to look at recipes and I love my cookbook collection...especially the cookbooks with pictures. When we were in Omaha during Easter Break I found this awesome cookbook holder at Harry and Davids. The price was so reasonable.

Here it is supporting my 'Everyday with Rachel Ray' Magazine.

I think Callie likes it too.

Whatcha Workin on Wednesday?

Cheerleading tryouts! We have a new advisor at CHS...a young, new teacher. And why did she ask me to judge tryouts? Because I was her mother's cheerleader advisor...yes, you read that right. I was her mother's cheerleader advisor. It was fun to be a part of the process again.
Neither of our girls were cheerleaders, they were already busy with dance, swimming, cross country, track, peer ministry, SADD, National Honor Society, Teen Court, life guarding & teaching swim lessons at the YMCA.
This picture was taken Emily's senior year during the State Boys BB Tournament. The team had made it to the championship game. The fans were sooo excited. This was one of the best cheerleading squads we've had at CHS for a while. Some of these girls had been Emily's friends since elementary school. Amy's best friend from HS was a cheerleader too. I have so many fond memories of these years when our girls were in high school!

To Market...To Market...

Since I teach Foods classes at CHS, I stop at the supermarket nearly every morning. I park in this lot that is adjacent to the hospital's lot. This is my daily reminder of how much I appreciate my good health. About 2 1/2 years ago I was there, in that hospital, attached to an IV pole, for 10 days. Every morning, I woke at my usual time...and I'd walk laps around the unit. See the window up by the Avera St. Lukes sign? That is the 5th floor window where I stood to look down...on this parking lot...watching people scurry into the store as a part of their routine. And I actually missed it...the hustle and bustle of the early morning supermarket. And what did I buy? Yesterday...

Easy Macaroni and Cheese

1/2 lb. elbow macaroni

8 oz. process cheese spread (look for the lower fat option)

1/2 c. green pepper, chopped

1/4 c. onion finely chopped

1 tsp. butter

1 c. evaporated fat-free milk

1/4 tsp. pepper

1/2 c. dry bread crumbs

1 tsp. butter

Cook macaroni, drain and set aside. Cut cheese into cubes and set aside. In a saucepan, saute green pepper and onion over medium low heat in 1 tsp. butter about 2 minutes. Stir in evaporated milk and cheese cubes. Cook, stirring constantly until cheese is melted and mixture is well blended. Stir in the pepper. Combine cheese mixture with cooked macaroni in a greased casserole dish. Mix gently. Pour melted butter over breadcrumbs and sprinkle over casserole. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Today's Game: NDSU 14 - UND 0

The College Life

We hadn't visited DD2 here since last October...and yes, we did see lots of water on both sides of the interstate just north of Fargo. So, we did the Art History Assignment by visiting the Art Museum downtown...this was a piece in 3D...glasses provided!

This was the weekend that NDSU had three home Lacrosse games. It is tough for me to get any action pictures, cause the guys are fast and all over the place! It is only the 2nd time that I have been to a game, and I enjoyed visiting Emily and watching Jake play.

The Basket Case Update: I must clarify that not all these baskets were at my house. At least half of them were at my mother-in-laws. As far as I know, Ellen has not stopped by to look at them yet, so I will leave the basket post there for a few more days. Anyone else interested?!