Taking a couple of weeks off...

from blogging, that is. I start the bulk of my classes next week, and much of this week has been dedicated to getting M ready for his classes.





Here's my guy in his new (class) uniform! The kids thought he looked "really cool". This is for his EMC/First Responder class, part one of two in getting certified as an Emergency Medical Technician, which is a requirement for firefighters around here.






Anyhow, I'll be back soon enough, after we start back up with our "official" homeschooling. See you then!

Menu Plan Monday... a day late...

Somehow I am almost always behind on daily organized posts... sigh. Anyhow, here's my Menu Plan Monday on Tuesday!

Sunday
Lemon-herb roasted chicken, salt potatoes from a favorite cookbook, and the Pioneer Woman's fabulous green beans!

Monday
Ginger-garlic beef and veggie stir fry over soba noodles. It was delicious! We had homemade blackberry cobbler for dessert - my hands are full of scratches, but the flavor was so worth it! I added some finely minced pineapple sage, freshly ground nutmeg, and a dash of cinnamon. YUMMY!

Tuesday
Chicken tortilla soup made with the leftovers from Sunday. My kitchen smells lovely right now as the stock is simmering away on the stove. More cobbler for dessert.

Wednesday
Soft taco night, with homemade pork carnitas, pinto beans (so thankful for my Crockpot!), fresh salsa, cilantro and avocado.

Thursday
A ham-and-cheese fritatta, made with the last of the super delicious ham from a friend's pig. Spinach-mushroom salad on the side.

Friday
Turkey & three Bean Chili, with a crisp green salad on the side, and maybe some homemade cornbread.

Saturday
M will probably grill something. I'm thinking trout!