Super Cute Craft

I thought I would try to make this cute, easy craft for the 4th of July. (Click here). If I don't have time, I thought I'd at least share it with the world. ;) So fun!

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!
Cheers,
Christy

Really great Carnitas!

I simply love Mexican food! When I find an easy, cheap, recipe that everyone likes, it becomes a regular in our house. And, of course, I want to tell the whole world about it!

Here it is.... Carnitas in the Crockpot!
I was skeptical about this recipe at first but it is tasty, tender, and uses a rather inexpensive cut of pork. With 3 kids home for the summer, the crockpot and I have become good friends. I've made it a few times and it is consistently good. It is flavorful but not spicy. After it is done, I shred it and divide out a few portions for the kids and then I add or Pilarcitas (or hot sauce) to the remainder for Brentt and I.

Spread this on some tortillas, top with coleslaw, and enjoy your easy Summer meal. It is great for a build-your-own buffet when company comes too.

http://allrecipes.com/recipe/slow-cooker-carnitas/detail.aspx

I hope you love it as much as we do.
Cheers!
Christy

A good laugh

Max LOVES to eat! He is a big boy and this is his main reason. Thankfully, fruits and veggies are his favorite. (I know... you think I got lucky. But the truth is, he just hasn't gotten to taste too many sweets yet.)

When we sat down for dinner a few nights ago, Max plowed through this ear of corn like one of those cartoon pigs. He was really going at it! I wished I had it on video but by the time I finished taking a few photos, the corn was gone. No kidding! He ate this ear of corn in about a minute. It gave us all a good laugh and he was delighted to entertain us all!

Have a great day!
Cheers,
Christy

Max-Love

I don't have much to say about these pictures. I am so in love with Max. (I think God plans it this way before they hit the terrible 2's)
He is just so sweet, charming, and a little silly. Pictures say a thousand words, right?Thanks for checking in!
Cheers,
Christy

Summertime

Summer time is so sweet but I feel like we've waited forever for it to get here. We all went to Rancho Mirage (Palm Springs) for Memorial Day and got to feel the hot, desert weather. We stayed at the Mission Hills Westin in a suite with a full kitchen. We've stayed here before and it is just gorgeous!Chasing ducks was the highlight of Max's trip.
While we were in Rancho Mirage we swam and loved just hanging out together.

Sam even went golfing for the first time on a real course (twilight rates, of course!) He was so happy to be able to pal around with his Daddy on the golf course.Thanks for checking in. Enjoy the early Summer!
Christy