2. April 2010 by admin.

So I have been incognito on the blogosphere for a while. I’ve been pretty anxious lately as I’m nearing my due date for our first child on April 24^th.  This week, I took a “mental health” week where I didn’t follow any type of schedule so I could sort out the questions swirling around my brain. Questions like:

*What will motherhood be like?

* Will a new addition to the family put a strain on my marriage?

*How do I ensure our child gets all he needs for his development (physical, spiritual, etc.)?

Thankfully, husband and I started going through a book called “Becoming Babywise” which I feel God led me to read in preparation for this new season. It’s answering a lot of questions and putting things in perspective for me.  

During my mental health week, I’ve done many things: moped around the house, decluttered, napped, organized the baby’s room, started to freezer cook meals for those first few weeks after delivery, and set up the portable crib. I didn’t focus on any writing and skipped the gym all week. (I may go to the gym or for a walk this weekend.) 

Today, I feel calmer and more focused. I’m learning not to overwhelm myself. By breaking up bigger tasks into tiny ones, I’ll get more accomplished. I’m also learning the value of rest.

Till next time.

-Preslaysa

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26. February 2010 by admin.

Check out my latest article recently published by The Dabbling Mum. It offers great tips on starting a craft business. Just follow this link:  http://thedabblingmum.com/business/bizideas/craftbusiness.htm

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4. February 2010 by admin.

I was raised on restaurants and TV dinners so I’m not a big fan of cooking. But I do love the crock pot. This month, I intend to not eat out this month (except for when I’ll be traveling next weekend). I mindlessly turn into the Chick Fil A drive thru whenever my stomach starts rumbling. So I’ve started planning my meals in advance and using the crock pot.

If you don’t have a crock pot, I HIGHLY SUGGEST that you purchase one. All you do is dump the ingredients in the pot, turn it on, and walk away. A few hours later, you’ll have a great tasting dinner ready to eat! I have chicken drumsticks simmering in the pot as I’m writing this post.

To get you started, here’s a recipe for chili.

Crock Pot Chili (serves 6-8)

1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 can crushed tomatoes ( the approx 14 oz size )
1 cup mild or medium salsa
2 cans chili beans
1 can black beans *** for thicker chili, drain two cans of beans ***
1 can great northern beans
1 can red beans

Crumble & brown beef in large skillet.
Dump all beans, tomatoes, salsa, and beef in crock pot.
Set crock pot on low for at least 4 hours to let flavors meld some.

Serve with grated cheddar cheese and brown rice.

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