- Thanks to my friend Stevie for her cleaning tips (I couldn't find the post to link to it, sorry Stevie!) I hate cleaning out the microwave. It seems like it's always dirty and it takes forever to scrub out. Well Stevie mentioned lemon juice and I'm converted!!! Just boil 1-2 cups water with a few tablespoons of lemon juice added. I microwaved mine for 5 minutes and let it sit for about 10. Then it seriously just wipes right out. Awesome!
- Thanks to my SIL who suggested eating stir fry over ramen noodles instead of rice. I fixed it last night and it was delicious. It's our new preferred method. The stir fry recipe is one of our favorites. Want it? Okay, I'll share.
1 lb meat, cut up (I use chicken because I always have some. You can use whatever you want.)
3 Tbsp soy sauce (more if you want)
1 Tbsp lemon juice
4 tsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp sugar
1/8 tsp ginger
Soak meat in this sauce mixture while you prepare vegetables.
Vegetables:
I've used broccoli, mushrooms, peppers, asparagus, yellow squash, onions, carrots, and bok choy (thanks bountiful baskets!). Use whatever you like. Chop up. Steam first, if desired. Then stir fry in oil until tender-crisp. Remove vegetables from pan, reserve oil. Cook chicken in oil. Add the vegetables back in. Enjoy!
-Okay, question for all you photography friends. I can see that lighting outdoors is a million times better than indoors. But a lot of times, I need to take pictures inside. And I only have an inexpensive point-and-shoot. Is there any hope for my indoor pictures?
- I did my first craft/sewing project since Kadri was born. Yeah! I made a skirt and matching headband. Tutorials found here and here.
- The public library is great. Grant made this cool hat at story-time. You know what else is nice? I can put a bunch of books on hold on their website and then they are just ready to pick up! Easy! Thanks librarians!
- You are still reading? You are a true friend. I would promise that I will keep posting more consistently, but you know how that goes. And my last post about being a scaredy-cat? Thank you so much to those who commented. You made me feel validated! I will still avoid anything remotely scary, but now I can do it without being embarrassed. Thanks! :)
11 comments:
Oh Kristine! It's so good to see a post from you! I was wondering if you guys were alright! :) Your kids are so adorable - and growing up so fast! And thanks for the yummy recipe - I think I'll try it!
Your kids are getting so big and cute! Glad to read to tidbits from late. And I agree the library is great!
Yay! I'm glad to hear you're alive and well :) And I can't believe your baby is one already?!? Crazy! Love ya :)
Welcome back. Cute projects, you did a great job.
Hi Kristine!
So I am not a photographer -- but I do know that when I turn off the flash, it often works better, even indoors! You do have to hold the camera still, and with little kids that can be hard!
For you point and shoot: the best thing you can do is get as much light as possible. Move your kids near a window or just turn on all the lights. Overhead lights give photos a weird coloring, but at least you can see what's going on. If you have enough light, turn off your flash. But beware, a turned off flash can lead to blurry pictures, so take a couple with and without.
So fun to hear from you! Awesome job on Kadris skirt and headband. You are totally awesome in every way.
How fun to get updates! I miss seeing you at the library. I've been going to Iona Library because it's so much closer. Maybe this summer we'll run into each other.
Natalie and Stevie- I will try turning the flash off and bringing in as much light as possible. I'll let you know if I get any better! :)
YEAH! You posted some pictures!! Your kids are growing up WAY too fast. I hope to see you guys this weekend while we are in town. Thanks for everything!
May I just say that Kadri is DARLING!!! I my, she is one cute little girl. I loved your updates. Seriously my dear, I find myself thinking of you so often and wanting to call you, but then I don't. Why? Who knows. You are wonderful.
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