... in case you have never heard of this show, it comes on the "Noggin" network a couple times a day. I had that network on a few days ago when Jacob was fussy and I was trying to get some housework done, and then this show came on. I heard silence. I stopped, and watched with him, and lo and behold - he now has a FAVORITE show! It is kind of funny that my 10 month old has a show he loves, but I do have to come to terms with the fact he is going to be a toddler soon *sigh*.

Anyway, this show is so great. I have been able to get housework done, and he is super quiet while either in his walker watching it, or in his high chair eating his favorite snack, Gerber Banana Puffs. The show is kinda funky, but hey, if it worked for Jakey, it may work for your little guy!

THIS SHOW GETS TWO THUMBS UP FROM THIS MOMMA!

Tuesdays at the Table

The rules are simple: If you would like to post, do so on your own blog, and then mention the original poster, Andrea at "My Chihuahua Bites" - in your post. Then go to her blog and sign the post with the link to your recipe. That way, there is a collection going... make sense? :)

Here is my recipe for today! This is the best recipe that I have found so far to make one of my favorites - FRIED CHICKEN!

**Southern Fried Chicken**

INGREDIENTS
30 saltine crackers
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons dry potato flakes
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 egg
1/4 cup vegetable oil
6 chicken thighs or drumsticks (or both)

DIRECTIONS

Place crackers in a large resealable plastic bag; seal bag and crush crackers until they are coarse crumbs. Add flour, potato flakes, seasoned salt, and pepper to bag and mix well.

Beat egg in a shallow dish or bowl; heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
One by one, dredge chicken pieces in egg beat, then place in bag with crumb mixture, seal bag and shake to coat.

Reduce heat to medium and cook coated chicken in skillet for 15 to 20 minutes, turning frequently, until golden brown and juices run clear.

Friend Makin' Monday

Hi there! This is something that I saw on another blog (Kasey over at "All That is Good" to be exact), so I thought, what the hey! I will give it a shot...

We are to list 4 things we love, and one thing we dislike, for each category.
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SMELL - likes!
1) Cookies baking
2) My husband's cologne
3) Clean sheets
4) Fresh cut grass

**Dislike: Boiled eggs. That smell is HORRENDOUS!
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TOUCH - likes!
1) My down comforter
2) Rubbing the hubby's back
3) Hugging my kids
4) Petting my dogs

**Dislike: Reaching inside a turkey or chicken. Still hate it. EWWW!
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SOUND - likes!
1) My youngest son's laughter
2) My oldest son playing the piano
3) Music. Mostly every kind.
4) My pastor preaching

**Dislike: That "nails on a chalkboard" type sound. OMGosh that will make me crazy!
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TASTE - likes!
1) Chocolate. 'Nuff said.
2) Creme Brulee
3) My wedding cake. I wish I could have it again.
4) Steak. Medium. Ribeye.

**Dislike: Any green vegetable. Or almost any veggie in general.
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SIGHT - likes!
1) Big Bang Theory. Best. Show. Ever. (right now anyway)
2) Yo Gabba Gabba. It makes the baby happy!
3) A clean house.
4) My family's smiles when I come home from work.

**Dislike: Seeing any of my family upset or crying.
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Bradley's Piano Recital

I doubt I have mentioned on here, but those that know me know that Bradley has been taking piano lessons for a few months now with our Pastor's wife, Sharon. Attached is the video below from his performance. It is self explanitory - I was absolutely blown away. I cried. It's one thing hearing a song on a little keyboard that you have at home to practice on, but this was the first time I have heard him play this song, in it's entirety - on a REAL piano. Hans videotaped while I watched. And cried.


Here he is... I am such a proud mommy right now...

-Kim

Wild Wednesday

Today is Wednesday, and in the grand scehme of things and how my work schedule operates, this is like my "Sunday". My oldest is turning nine years old in just 11 days, so I still have to finalize his birthday plans. We are having it at a local bowling alley, and today I ordered the cake! It is going to be a Tampa Bay Rays cake - one of his favorite teams. I would have ordered a Florida Marlins cake, but they didn't offer that at the Publix I went to. I also went by the bowling alley and finalized the plans there. All that is left is getting the final count of kids, and getting the favor bags together. Not too bad!

Also while I was at Publix, I had a $10 off coupon for Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal - something I tried a sample of a few days ago. During that one "test trial", I swear my teeth were already beginning to whiten in just that 30 minute window, so I thought that I would go ahead and give this a try. Being a "Southerner" (and a MOM!), I drink lots of sweet tea and coffee and well, it shows. I am eager to have some sparkly teeth again! :)

Hans is at work right now until 5:30pm and he has a cold, so that's no fun for him. Bradley is also at school until 2:30pm, and Jakers is napping right now... I guess I should probably hop off here and do my wifely/motherly duties! Like finishing the never-ending cycle of laundry in my house...

Before I "sign off", here is a picture I just took of Mr. Jakers sleeping amongst all his toys... Ta ta!

-Kim

Tuesdays at the Table

So, while surfing around Blogger (yes, I have already become addicted, it is an issue I am dealing with...) - I came across this cool blog called "My Chihuahua Bites" by a woman named Andrea and each day she has a theme for her posts. Well, I thought to myself, self - maybe you can incorporate this into your blog! Hers is very interactive and well, that is what I would like as well! So here goes....

The rules are simple: If you would like to post, do so on your own blog, and then mention hers in your post. Then go to her blog and sign the post with the link to your recipe. That way, there is a collection going... make sense?

Here is my recipe for today. I make this about once a month, and it is by far my husband's favorite recipe that I make.

Chicken, Garlic, and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
1/2 cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, rehydrated in water
1/8 cup grated Parmesan/Romano cheese blend

Directions:
In a large pot with boiling salted water cook bow-tie pasta until al dente. Drain.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a large saucepan. Add garlic cloves and cook until garlic browns. Add the cream of chicken soup and milk, stirring until smooth. Stir in the dried parsley, salt, and ground fresh pepper. Let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Add bite size chicken pieces and hydrated sun dried tomatoes. Simmer for 6 to 8 minutes. Mix in grated Parmesan/Romano cheese.
Toss cooked and drained pasta with chicken sauce. Serve warm.

Jacob eating a snack...

I am in love with this picture! This is our youngest eating Gerber Banana Puffs this morning... I know I am pretty biased, but OMGosh isn't he just adorable? :)