Yes, Myra said her first word. And what was it? Mama? Daddy? Oh, no! Her favorite thing in the world -Kitty.
Friday, May 8, 2009
First Word
Yes, Myra said her first word. And what was it? Mama? Daddy? Oh, no! Her favorite thing in the world -
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
A word of caution
...for those who were looking forward to some 5 minute chocolate cake. Be sure that your mug is large enough, or you may end up with a large mess in your microwave. 
It was still yummmmmmy.
It was still yummmmmmy.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Photo Shoot
Oma sent the kids some ridiculously adorable outfits that she made, so naturally, we had a photo shoot this morning. Myra is a much better model, since she can sit still, but we got some fun action shots of Logan. Enjoy!
This one is my favorite. Logan did NOT want to come inside!
This one is my favorite. Logan did NOT want to come inside! These outfits and some information about their construction is also featured on my sewing blog here.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Offline
Logan and Myra go low-tech.
Yesterday the modem died. Yes, it was tragic. We were offline for 23 hours. I lost a crop of grapes on Farmtown. I couldn't blog or post to Facebook. There were no tweets on my Twitter.I played in the yard with my kids, laughed a lot and got more sewing done than most of last week.
Hmm. Food for thought.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
My fitness tip
I've been inspired by Bertie's blog, and wanted to share with all of you my favorite diet and fitness tip. It is...
Chocolate cake.
I love sweets, especially cake. I can't seem to stop eating them. So, I've found a way to have my cake and eat it, too. Usually, when I crave cake, I bake a cake. Then, after I've satisfied my craving, there is still all of this cake around that I am now obligated to eat, or pawn off on some other unsuspecting soul. Not good for the waistline. Also, it takes a while to make a cake, so by the time I'm done, I've probably also eaten some "appetizers" (not to mention half of the batter), or I've just gotten lazy and gone to the store to buy cake. Still, with the inevitable pile of leftovers.
Then, a few weeks ago on my favorite forum, one of the wonderful ladies posted a recipe for a cake that was one serving and you make in the microwave in a mug. Hallelujah!! My prayers have been answered! Now, while I generally frown on baking in the microwave, I tried it out, and while pretty good, it was more of a steamed pudding then a cake. I've been playing with the recipe since then and have found a recipe that is yummy, chocolate-y and has the texture of actual cake. Best of all, it only takes three dishes (mug, tablespoon, whisk) and is ready in 5 minutes!
Microwave chocolate cake
4 T flour
4 T sugar
2 T cocoa
pinch baking powder
few grains salt
1 egg
3 T milk
3 T oil
small splash vanilla
3 T chocolate chips
3 T pecan pieces
Mix together the dry ingredients in your microwave safe mug (You can use the whisk). Whisk in your egg until completely combined, then add the oil and milk and whisk together. Then whisk some more. You want to beat it a bit to incorporate some air. Add the vanilla and whisk. Sprinkle the chips and pecans on top and fold them in once or just pat them into the batter. If you mix them in too well, they'll all end up at the bottom. Of course, the chips and pecans are optional, but they're really good!
Pop that mug in the microwave and cook at 1000 W for 3 minutes. (That is 90% power on my microwave.) It puffs up significantly. Don't be alarmed. Now let it cool for a few minutes. It comes out of the microwave really hot!
Get a big glass of skim milk and enjoy!
Chocolate cake.
I love sweets, especially cake. I can't seem to stop eating them. So, I've found a way to have my cake and eat it, too. Usually, when I crave cake, I bake a cake. Then, after I've satisfied my craving, there is still all of this cake around that I am now obligated to eat, or pawn off on some other unsuspecting soul. Not good for the waistline. Also, it takes a while to make a cake, so by the time I'm done, I've probably also eaten some "appetizers" (not to mention half of the batter), or I've just gotten lazy and gone to the store to buy cake. Still, with the inevitable pile of leftovers.
Then, a few weeks ago on my favorite forum, one of the wonderful ladies posted a recipe for a cake that was one serving and you make in the microwave in a mug. Hallelujah!! My prayers have been answered! Now, while I generally frown on baking in the microwave, I tried it out, and while pretty good, it was more of a steamed pudding then a cake. I've been playing with the recipe since then and have found a recipe that is yummy, chocolate-y and has the texture of actual cake. Best of all, it only takes three dishes (mug, tablespoon, whisk) and is ready in 5 minutes!
Microwave chocolate cake
4 T flour
4 T sugar
2 T cocoa
pinch baking powder
few grains salt
1 egg
3 T milk
3 T oil
small splash vanilla
3 T chocolate chips
3 T pecan pieces
Mix together the dry ingredients in your microwave safe mug (You can use the whisk). Whisk in your egg until completely combined, then add the oil and milk and whisk together. Then whisk some more. You want to beat it a bit to incorporate some air. Add the vanilla and whisk. Sprinkle the chips and pecans on top and fold them in once or just pat them into the batter. If you mix them in too well, they'll all end up at the bottom. Of course, the chips and pecans are optional, but they're really good!
Pop that mug in the microwave and cook at 1000 W for 3 minutes. (That is 90% power on my microwave.) It puffs up significantly. Don't be alarmed. Now let it cool for a few minutes. It comes out of the microwave really hot!
Get a big glass of skim milk and enjoy!
Thursday, April 23, 2009
What is wrong with this picture?
If you're wondering, this is Logan's toy box. Well, one of them - the kid has way too many toys. I was tidying his room in preparation for nap time today and glanced in. All seems in order, right? Toy camel, peg pounder thingy, baby doctor kit, toy truck, PVC pipe, Elmo doll... PVC pipe???
Who knows? I think he swiped it from my sewing room when I was making my dressform. I just hope we don't end up a made for TV movie where all the neighbors say, "He was such a nice boy..."
And just in case you haven't had enough cuteness in your day today - Myra is posing just for you.
Who knows? I think he swiped it from my sewing room when I was making my dressform. I just hope we don't end up a made for TV movie where all the neighbors say, "He was such a nice boy..."And just in case you haven't had enough cuteness in your day today - Myra is posing just for you.Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Developmental Leaps
Apparently, when Myra decides to do something she does it ALL the way. On Sunday, she decided it was time to be mobile, so she's crawling, 
pulling to stand, 
cruising a little, and can walk holding on. She's also taking big girl baths in the regular tub now and she and Logan both love it! Logan tries to get in with her and has to be forcibly retrained from stripping down and hopping in. I don't think she's quite ready for his level of play, though...
Of course, she's also ready for big girl literary endeavors...
She thinks Edward is a hottie - see that big grin!
pulling to stand, cruising a little, and can walk holding on. She's also taking big girl baths in the regular tub now and she and Logan both love it! Logan tries to get in with her and has to be forcibly retrained from stripping down and hopping in. I don't think she's quite ready for his level of play, though...Of course, she's also ready for big girl literary endeavors...She thinks Edward is a hottie - see that big grin!
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