I got some free samples a couple weeks ago and really like them. They were samples of True Lemon, True Lime, and True Orange. If you go here you can sign up for a sample of each flavor.
One of the things that I really like about these samples is that they come in little packets (like the Crystal Light to go packs), but they have no artificial sweeteners and give just a hint of flavoring to your water. There are also recipes on the website where you can use the "crystallized" lemon, etc in your cooking and baking (like a lemon pound cake, yum).
So click the link and try it - you've got nothing to lose as it is free and you may find something great just in time for summer and the hot weather.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Grandparents
A couple weeks ago we were in Michigan and had lunch with Heather's parents and Gramma. We were in Michigan for a couple reasons: to pick up Jase after he spent a week with his grandparents, to visit some really great family friends for the weekend (upcoming post), and to visit one of the sister missionaries that taught Heather.
So, here are some cute pics from our lunch at Cracker Barrel (mmmm, one of our favorites when traveling).
It is always great seeing family, especially since we live father away and can't just go for a short drive to visit.
So, here are some cute pics from our lunch at Cracker Barrel (mmmm, one of our favorites when traveling).
It is always great seeing family, especially since we live father away and can't just go for a short drive to visit.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
How many of me?
I received a link to this website this morning from a friend and played around with it a bit this morning. What it does is statistically calculate how many people in the US have your name (first, last, and both). Here are the stats for my family:
Joseph: 9 J H in the US and Joseph is ranked #10th for first names
Heather: 2 H H in the US and Heather is #104th
Jase: there are no other Jase's and Jase isn't even in the database (which they say means it is relatively uncommon)
Meghan: there are no other M H and Meghan is #800
So how many of you are there in the US?
Joseph: 9 J H in the US and Joseph is ranked #10th for first names
Heather: 2 H H in the US and Heather is #104th
Jase: there are no other Jase's and Jase isn't even in the database (which they say means it is relatively uncommon)
Meghan: there are no other M H and Meghan is #800
So how many of you are there in the US?
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Movies
I've seen some pretty funny (and good) movies over the last couple months. Here are my reviews of them:
Wild Hogs: absolutely hilarious; I have not seen a movie this funny in years; we woke the kids up from laughing so loud.
Stardust: an ok movie; not a favorite at first, but it is growing on me each time I see it.
Bridge to Terabithia: loved it, although not as much as the book that I read and loved as a kid, but still great
Miss Potter: I saw this one months ago and then just
recently saw it again; it has sad parts, but I think it 
ends on a happy and content note.
No Reservations: I liked this movie, although not as much as Chocolat.
The Bourne Ultimatum and Rush Hour 3 were good, but not as enjoyable as the first 2 in each series.
What is the best movie you've seen in the last couple months? Anything I should watch?
Wild Hogs: absolutely hilarious; I have not seen a movie this funny in years; we woke the kids up from laughing so loud.Stardust: an ok movie; not a favorite at first, but it is growing on me each time I see it.
Bridge to Terabithia: loved it, although not as much as the book that I read and loved as a kid, but still great
Miss Potter: I saw this one months ago and then just
recently saw it again; it has sad parts, but I think it 
ends on a happy and content note.No Reservations: I liked this movie, although not as much as Chocolat.
The Bourne Ultimatum and Rush Hour 3 were good, but not as enjoyable as the first 2 in each series.
What is the best movie you've seen in the last couple months? Anything I should watch?
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Lets catch up with...
Pictures form the last couple months:
Jase and Meghan get along so well 99% of the time (she smiles and laughs at her brother constantly)
Jase decided to "label" himself in case he gets lost...
Meghan can sleep anywhere, but in her crib for a nap..
Jase decided to color on the wall with crayons, so we had him work at cleaning it up (he decided it wasn't fun and wouldn't do it again).
Jase and Meghan get along so well 99% of the time (she smiles and laughs at her brother constantly)
Jase decided to "label" himself in case he gets lost...
Meghan can sleep anywhere, but in her crib for a nap..
Jase decided to color on the wall with crayons, so we had him work at cleaning it up (he decided it wasn't fun and wouldn't do it again).
Friday, February 22, 2008
Happy "Wicked" Birthday!
On Thursday Heather turned 30 and Joseph surprised her with a day in the windy city (without kids) and what a wonderful day it was. We started the day by going here as a family. Then we dropped the kids off at some friends houses (who so graciously accepted watching our children for us) and headed to Chicago. On the way to Chicago we stopped here for lunch (and Heather got her free birthday burger, the banzai burger, and a dreamy orange smoothie). Then we went to the Art Institute of Chicago for a couple of hours. One of Heather's favorite restaurants is Bennigan's, so we had to stop in there for an appetizer and dessert, before going to see Wicked!
I love seeing musicals and plays. In fact the first date Heather and Joseph went on was to see Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk at The Wharton Center at Michigan State University (Go Spartans!). Heather has seen several shows, including The Phantom of the Opera (2x), Les Miserables, Riverdance, Madame Butterfly, 42nd Street, Macbeth, A Mid Summers Nights Tale, Peter Pan, and several others. She has always loved being swept away for a couple hours into a different culture/era. We had a wonderful day and Heather had a wonderful birthday.
What is your favorite musical/play that you have seen, and what would you see if you could see anything?
We have some cute pics of the kids to post, but I (Heather) am too lazy to download them right now, so check back soon (I'll do it this weekend for sure).
I love seeing musicals and plays. In fact the first date Heather and Joseph went on was to see Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk at The Wharton Center at Michigan State University (Go Spartans!). Heather has seen several shows, including The Phantom of the Opera (2x), Les Miserables, Riverdance, Madame Butterfly, 42nd Street, Macbeth, A Mid Summers Nights Tale, Peter Pan, and several others. She has always loved being swept away for a couple hours into a different culture/era. We had a wonderful day and Heather had a wonderful birthday.What is your favorite musical/play that you have seen, and what would you see if you could see anything?
We have some cute pics of the kids to post, but I (Heather) am too lazy to download them right now, so check back soon (I'll do it this weekend for sure).
Thursday, February 7, 2008
New found love
Some of you may not know that I love baking, anything really, cookies, cakes, breads, but not really pies (actually the pie crusts are what I don't like making).
Anyway, I have discovered over the last few weeks that I really enjoy watching a couple cooking shows on pbs, that are part of Martha Stewart. I first discovered the 2 - 30min shows while nursing Meghan on a Saturday afternoon. Then a couple weeks later I saw them again. This last Saturday I watched them purely do to not being able to take a nap (and boy did I want a nap). First, I got Meghan to nap in her crib (which is difficult - she sleeps great at night, but won't nap there). Then, Joe got Jase ready for his nap. then we both decided to take a nap too (stayed up too late watching movies when the kiddos get up by 7a). Within 5 minutes of falling asleep, my cell phone rang and I jumped up to get int in the living room, so that it didn't wake up Meghan (and it didn't, thank goodness). Then, I just back to sleep again when the phone rang again (this time I turned it off). When I finally got to sleep for the third time, Meghan woke up (she did sleep almost 1.5 hrs in her crib which is great for her napping there). So, I relaxed in the recliner while nursing her and thought about sleeping, but decided to see if there was anything good on to watch. I stumbled across my 2 shows again, Everyday Food and Everyday Baking. One of the best things about these shows are that the recipes are simple and quick to make (most are completed in 30 minutes). I also like Food Network, but since we have only basic cable, we frequent their website often, but it isn't the same as having the show.
The episode of Everyday Food was on the best burgers (#405) and hosting a burger bar party (a perfect idea for a glummy winter Saturday) and included these really yummy looking and sounding tandoori chicken burger.
The episode of Everyday Baking was on chocolate (#105, my favorite). And the next episode is on cakes, yummy, whick will air Feb. 16 at 2:30 on WFYI.
Are there any food websites or shows that you absolutely love watching and making the recipes? Please share!
Anyway, I have discovered over the last few weeks that I really enjoy watching a couple cooking shows on pbs, that are part of Martha Stewart. I first discovered the 2 - 30min shows while nursing Meghan on a Saturday afternoon. Then a couple weeks later I saw them again. This last Saturday I watched them purely do to not being able to take a nap (and boy did I want a nap). First, I got Meghan to nap in her crib (which is difficult - she sleeps great at night, but won't nap there). Then, Joe got Jase ready for his nap. then we both decided to take a nap too (stayed up too late watching movies when the kiddos get up by 7a). Within 5 minutes of falling asleep, my cell phone rang and I jumped up to get int in the living room, so that it didn't wake up Meghan (and it didn't, thank goodness). Then, I just back to sleep again when the phone rang again (this time I turned it off). When I finally got to sleep for the third time, Meghan woke up (she did sleep almost 1.5 hrs in her crib which is great for her napping there). So, I relaxed in the recliner while nursing her and thought about sleeping, but decided to see if there was anything good on to watch. I stumbled across my 2 shows again, Everyday Food and Everyday Baking. One of the best things about these shows are that the recipes are simple and quick to make (most are completed in 30 minutes). I also like Food Network, but since we have only basic cable, we frequent their website often, but it isn't the same as having the show.
The episode of Everyday Food was on the best burgers (#405) and hosting a burger bar party (a perfect idea for a glummy winter Saturday) and included these really yummy looking and sounding tandoori chicken burger.
The episode of Everyday Baking was on chocolate (#105, my favorite). And the next episode is on cakes, yummy, whick will air Feb. 16 at 2:30 on WFYI.
Are there any food websites or shows that you absolutely love watching and making the recipes? Please share!
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