I was totally shocked when I realized that it has been 6 months since I have last posted anything on my blog 😦
I have been completely wrapped up in my crazy, busy life of raising four children (1 teen, 1 tween & 2 babies), being an efficient secretary to my husband and his business ventures and his wife. Even though being busy should not be an excuse for making time to do what I love, which is cooking and blogging, there just aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done. I am currently attempting to make some minor adjustments in my life so that I can have a bit of me time, which is time I like to spend on here. This makes me smile!
Just to catch everyone up to speed
~ Bailey will be making some major adjustments this upcoming school year. She is moving from a private Christian school to a public school and entering into the IB program. I am praying that the culture shock isn’t too rough on her. Bailey has been working for her Aunt and Uncle at their business throughout this summer, and is planning on staying there through high school. She is active in 2 rodeo circuits as well as the NBHA, and loves every minute of it. Bailey has been blessed with a horse who is as perfectly matched to her as she is to him. His name is Blaze.
~Emily will be homeschooled full-time this year. I am both excited and nervous about this. I know that everything happens for a reason and this is what we are supposed to be doing at this time. She is also active in 2 rodeo circuits and well as the NBHA (National Barrel Horse Assoc.) Emily is a cowgirl at heart and I just adore her spirit. She loves to work cattle and in her spare time she loves to design hair and nails.
~ Gracie will be three years old the end of this month. It is so hard to believe that three years have gone by so quickly. She has definitely made the transition from baby to toddler to little girl. She is most excited about her 3rd birthday party. For the past two months she has talked to me everyday about her, “Horse party, with purple balloons and cupcakes!” I hope we are able to live up to her dream party (pictures and details to come). We are hopeful that Gracie will ride in her first rodeo before the end of this year. I am anxious to let you know how that goes.
~ Richard a.k.a. Bubba is not only our baby but also our only boy. Therefore he is spoiled rotten, down to the core. He has each and every one of us wrapped around his little finger(s) like all of them. He will be turning two in November and I cannot fathom where the time has gone. It is like the days are long and the years are short. Any how he is healthy and happy and surrounded by girls…
So, now that we are all caught up on life I would like to share with you one of Bailey’s favorite salad’s. Let me know what you think about it, or what changes you make to it. I love hearing from you.
Rachel
Green Bean Salad
1 lb. fresh green beans (washed & trimmed)
1 small red onion slice thin
8 oz. cooked and crumbled bacon (or use bacon pieces already cooked)
8 oz. crumbled Feta Cheese
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2-3 Tablesoons white wine vinegar (or white balsamic vinegar)
1 Tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried dill (optional, depending on taste)
1-2 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Blanche green beans (place in pot of boiling water for 1-2 minutes, drain and transfer to a bowl of iced water) you want the beans to be crisp and keep their vibrant color.
Wisk together the oil, vinegar, herbs and seasonings
In a large bowl toss the beans, dressing, Feta, and bacon.
This salad is served as made or chilled.
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