Spending day with the husband.

Saturdays have a way of feeling a little slower and sweeter, especially when I get to spend the whole day with my husband. We started our morning early at 6:30 AM, catching up on the news from the night before. It was a calm and peaceful way to ease into the day.

By mid morning, we headed to a celebration of life memorial at 10 AM. Robbie’s son Erick had passed away. Though I did not know Erick personally, it was easy to see how deeply he was loved by everyone in attendance. Moments like these remind us of the importance of family and community.

Afterward, Mr.C. and I stopped at our favorite local Mexican restaurant-Esperanza. Their food never disappoints, and this time we both tried something new. I chose the enchiladas, and they were just as delicious as expected. On the way home mr. C filled up my Jeep with gas-Just one of the many small, thoughtful ways he takes care of me. I appreciate him so much for that

Enchiladas were great!

Luther had the chicken flautas. Luther said his food was tasty. 

Once we got home, we changed into comfy clothes. I then called my stepdad to see if I could come out for a visit. He lives about 20 minutes away in Bray, Oklahoma on the drive back, I found a new spot-Mara’s Snackery. I grabbed a ham and cheese sandwich on sourdough bread, plain chips, and a sprite lemonade with real lemon slices. Oh my, it was delicious! I’m already planning to go back to try the salad bar.

                                          Mara’s Snackery

The salad bar looked good.  They have bought a huge salad bar that looks great. It will have so much more variety. 

The rest of the day we just stayed home, visiting and relaxing together. It was a good Saturday spent with my husband. 

 

New parents Kirsten and Bryson

Welcome to our world sweet baby. RIGGSLEE MARIE💗💗💗

8 lbs 8 oz 21 inches

Born at 7:42pm

RIGGSLEE is so perfect.  She is going to be so loved by everyone.  

God blessed Kirsten and Bryson with a healthy-beautiful baby girl. 

So excited to enjoy holding baby girl. 

We are so happy to have you at home. RIGGSLEE is my great niece. Just seems impossible that baby girl Kirsten has grown up and started her own family.  Riggslee Aunt Sissy can’t wait to watch you grow up! 

 

A relaxing Labor Day at home

Labor Day is often thought of as “unofficial end of summer,” but it’s much more than that. First, celebrated in 1894, the holiday was created to honor American workers and their contributions to their strength, prosperity and well-being of our country.These days, many people celebrate with family, gatherings, cookouts, or just taking it easy on the long weekend.

This year on Labor Day was a quiet and relaxing one at home. We started the morning with a simple but hearty breakfast of eggs, sausage and toast. After eating, we cleaned up the kitchen before Mr. C settled in to watch TV. While he enjoyed his shows, I took some time to write a letter to my granddaughter Kendall, which is always a special way to connect across the miles.

Later in the day, I worked on a journal for swap-bot swap. Is a two month journal project. I wanted to get a few more daily entries written so I wouldn’t fall too far behind. I also watched several videos on junk journals today. 

I also pulled out my suitcase, just in case I get approval from work for vacation at the end of this month. I’m going to go see Trevor and his family in Watford city North Dakota. This is something I’m really looking forward to. I just hope the airline tickets are still reasonably priced if I get the time off.  

Dinner was Mexican food. It wasn’t exactly what I was wanting, but it was still tasty. I ended the evening a little later than normal, staying up till 10 PM. I was watching YouTube videos. 

The day  might not have been full of fireworks or praise, but it was a restful holiday, which feels perfectly fitting for Labor Day. Sometimes slowing down is the best way to honor the spirit of the day. Hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend! 

Food Compilation for August

                 A Tasty Look Back at August 

August was a month full of flavor around our table from comforting pasta dishes to smoky backyard favorites. Our meals carried a little bit of everything. We kick things off with the wedding cake from Kara and Dylan‘s wedding. We had Mexican food with bold spices, then turn to classic spaghetti and cheesy ravioli for cozy homemade comfort. Of course, summer wouldn’t be complete without fire up the grill, hot links and ribs made their way on our plates, bringing that smoky, tender goodness we all crave this time of the year and to finish things off sweetly gooey some more brownies, hit the spot, reminded us of summer nights and campfire traditions.

 

Wedding Cake from Kara and Dylan’s wedding 

By the time I made it to the food table there wasn’t much food left. So I put the beans on the bread and it took me back to my childhood. There is just something about having BBQ food at weddings. 

Fried ham and fried eggs for breakfast.

Baked beans with smoked sausage and hamburger meat. It’s a great one-pot meal.

Eating at our favorite Mexican restaurant.

We shared a cheeseburger and onion rings from Sonic

Love street tacos 

The chips and dip are always a big hit 

Egg rolls are always so good.

Grilled hamburgers and steak at Brody’s. He definitely has become a grill master on his new grill.

Home made enchiladas for 5he win.

 Geese ravioli for the win. Yummy and easy to make

S’more brownies

Hot links are the best

Spaghetti 

Great comfort food beans,fried potatoes with onions, smoke sausage andcornbread with jalapeños in it..

Looking back, Augustus Mills were a mix of comfort, tradition, and just plain deliciousness. It’s always fun to see how the months menu tells its own story, one of family, flavors, and the little moments of joy gathered around the table.

I can’t wait to see what dishes September brings!

A Saturday well spent

                          Movies, Bridal Shower, & Shopping 

Some Saturdays feel extra full, and August 30th was  definitely one of those days. Mr. C. and I started our morning slow, which is always a treat on the weekend. We woke up around 6:30 AM and curled up with a couple of movies. First was Culprit, which turned out to a really good movie. Then we watched The Hungting Ground, it was filled with drama and some disturbing scenes.  By the time the credits rolled, it was already time for me to get ready for the day ahead.

The main event for the morning was Kaitlyn’s bridal shower in Elgin at her fiancé mom‘s home. It started at noon so I grabbed the card I had prepared with $25 for her honeymoon fund and headed out. I’ll be bringing a separate gift for Ethan and Kaitlyn‘s wedding itself. 

When I arrived, I was struck by how beautiful everything was decorated. Right at the entryway was a table set up with a cute, welcome, sign, and fun games, guessing the candy in a jar, leaving a date, night ideal, And offering advice for the soon to be newlyweds. My ideal was a creative one-and immersive art experience at mix-tape at Factory Obscura in Oklahoma City. Above the table, balloons spelled out bride, which added such a cheerful touch.

This is where Kaitlyn will be opening her gifts. The stunning balloon, arch, with boots filled with silk flowers in shades of peach, yellow, red and greens. It was clear the theme was “ Flowers of many colors,” and it gave the whole space, a lovely and joyful atmosphere.

And then there was the food-Wow! The buffet was overflowing with delicious options: Two different vegetable tries with dips, fresh fruit (Grapes, blueberries, strawberries, and apple slices) with fruit dip, Pasta salad, chicken, salad, sandwiches, ham, and cheese, sliders, crackers, and cheese and chips. 

The desserts were just as tempting; Decorated gourmet cookies, homemade wedding cookies, chocolate-Dipped strawberries, and cupcakes. Sweet tea and lemonade, rounded it all out perfectly.

After the shower wrapped up, I headed home where Whitney met me at 2 PM for our afternoon shopping adventures. Our first Stop was basket market in Oklahoma City. Whitney has a love for Christmas decor, while I was on the hunt for fall items for my porch. She enjoyed browsing the holiday treasures, while I snagged several gift boxes, a Christmas ornament, and a set of assorted pumpkins for my porch decor this year.

From there, we made our way to a couple of thrift stores. I’ve always loved thrifting-It feels like a little treasure hunt. At one store, I found a pretty full arrangement that will work perfectly with the porch set up I’ve been imagining.

Dinner was at Bubba‘s 33, Which has a little bit of everything; Pizzas, pasta, burgers, and more. I went with a Philly cheesesteak sandwich, which was absolutely delicious. While Whitney ordered the Monte Cristo sandwich-And let me just say it looked and tasted amazing. We both loved it so much that we ended up buying matching Bubba 33 T-shirts before we left!

The loaded cheese fries were very tasty!

Our next stop is Burlington, where I picked up some new shower items. I couldn’t resist the pineapple scented line, and I also grab some cherry, scented items along with two  deodorant’s. 

From there, we treated ourselves to smoothie king, I tried the lemonade- strawberry twist, smoothie, which was so refreshing-perfect for this season since I’ve been really enjoying Strawberry-Lemonade flavors lately.

By the time we pulled back into the driveway, it was 8 PM- a long but fun filled Saturday. Looking back, it amazes me how much we packed into the day. From celebrating Kate at her beautiful shower to shopping, thrifting,eating, and laughing with Whitney, it was the kind of Saturday that left me tired but happy. Sometimes, the best days are the ones where you just keep moving from one joy to the next.

As I think back on it now, I’m grateful-For family milestones, for friends to shop and laugh with, and for simple pleasures like a good sandwich or a perfect fall decoration. Life is busy, but days like this remind me that joy often comes in little pieces scattered throughout the day. All we have to do is notice them.