HAPPY HOMEMAKER & MENU PLAN MONDAY week 36 of 2021

Be sure to join us for Happy Homemaker Monday and link up
with our host, Sandra at Diary of a Stay at Home Mom

There are so many things going on in this world right now. I’m praying for Afghanistan and an end to senseless violence, COVID and for all those in Hurricane Ida’s path, especially those that decided to stay. Our family that lives in a small town between New Orleans and Baton Rouge decided last minute to evacuate and spent 14 hours making a “7” hour trip to Houston. So at least they are safe. Extremely tired, but safe.

I had an appointment with my doctor last week about all the problems I’m having keeping everything regulated. The endocrinologist is looking at worst case scenario of removing my pancreas, but I AM NOT THERE YET!!! There are too many complications with that scenario. My regular doctor is setting me up with a Chronic Care Manager and we’re going to try a 3 month change of medication and lifestyle to see if we can get anywhere close to normal.

Can you believe it’s almost September? My favorite month and season are on the horizon! 😀 YAY!!!!! I’m just going to jump in to Happy Homemaker Monday.

I really can’t complain about the temperatures. We’ve been having wonderful breezes and cooler temperatures making for a lovely August. I just wish the air quality was better.

Hot water and baby food squeeze

THIS WEEK’S TO DO LIST, PROJECTS & APPOINTMENTS
  • LAUNDRY & CLEANING The repairman came last Thursday to install the new part on the “new” washer. Unfortunately the “new” part turned out to be a “used” part in a new box 🙁 Evidently someone returned the part as new. I’m so frustrated! We’ve now been sent to the “EXCHANGE” team who will call me by Wednesday afternoon to let me know when/if to expect a new machine. I also need to vacuum.
  • GROCERIES & ERRANDS I have 2 appointments Tuesday and hubby has one on Wednesday.
  • PAPERWORK & PHONE CALLS I’ll be keeping my phone with me at all times. Whirpool said they will call ONLY once! If I miss the call I have to call back and be expected to wait on hold for hours! I already spent almost 2 hours just this past week waiting to deal with this! I have some other things I need to get handled this week if possible.
  • RECIPE RESEARCH & MENU PLANNING I have menus done for the next 2 weeks, but will start researching for the fall months.

WHAT’S ON THE DVR/TV
  • NETFLIX Sweet Girl. The Defeated, Outer Banks, Virgin River, Blood Red Sky
  • APPLE TV tried SEE, but just couldn’t get into it after the second episode
  • PRIME TOP Gun
  • DISNEY+ Turner & Hooch
  • CABLE Buddy VS Duff, Clash of the Cones, Chesapeake Shores, The Chase, Beat Bobby Flay, Night Court reruns, Big Bang reruns, NASCAR, DC Legends, Guys Grocery Games
  • STARZ Hatfields & McCoys

I’m still working on Magnolia Inn by Anne Marie Meyer

We tried to take a hike on Saturday, but the closer we got to our destination, the worse the smoke got so we turned around and headed home a different route to do some antiquing instead. Along the way we found this guy who used to have just a dinosaur on the corner had increased his metal art pieces significantly! The orange hue from the smoke only enhances the work on these #MetalArt pieces.


I was proofreading my post when I realized I put up next week’s menu. I was going to delete it all and start again and then just decided to do 2 weeks worth instead 😀 Even if I can’t eat it all, I like preparing it for my family!

MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
DINNER week of 8/30/21
CHICKEN RAGU over PASTA & SALAD
ROASTED CHICKEN TOMATILLO CHILE VERDE
CHICKEN CEASAR SALAD with MEYER LEMON CEASAR DRESSING
C.O.R.N. CLEAN OUT REFRIGERATOR NIGHT
STUFFED SHELLS AND SALAD
CAFETERIA CHICKEN & GRAVY
COMPANY CHICKEN & SCALLOPED POTATOES
DESSERT
CARROT CAKE BARS
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
DINNER week of 9/6/21
CHICKEN ENCHILADA STACKS & SALAD
ENCHILADA MEATBALLS, RE-FRIED BEANS & SPANISH RICE
BEEF CHILI & BLACK PEPPER BUTTERMILK BISCUITS with GARLIC CHEDDAR BUTTER
C.O.R.N. CLEAN OUT REFRIGERATOR NIGHT
TUSCAN VEGGIE STEW & CHEESY SCALLION SODA BREAD
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU BALLS
BUTTERMILK GRILLED CHICKEN & PARMESAN PASTA PEAS
DESSERT
CHOPPED NUT BARS

  • PAN SEARED BLACKENED ROCK FISH
  • CHICKEN & WILD RICE CASSEROLE
Sandra

My friend, I’m so sorry you are dealing with health issues. I’m praying everything is figured out without having to do surgery.

You always have the best road trips, love seeing all your photos. I’m sorry I’m so late coming around this week, it’s been crazy here, as always. Have a wonderful weekend!

QuiltLady

Thank you my dear. Every day is a challenge, but yet one I welcome 😀 Also one of the main reasons we’re returning to Texas. Health care is soooooo much better. Hope you’re having a great holiday weekend.

Carrie@northwoods scrapbook

Hi Sweetie!
Sorry I’m so late this week. I’m so sorry you’re continuing to have healthy frustrations on that level. Praying you won’t need surgery too!
You guys always find the coolest things out touring around. The smoke here has still been awful at times too. Love your inspirations and amazing attitude always Lady. Have a blessed holiday weekend! xo

QuiltLady

Thank you sweetie. I’m staying as positive as I can though I’m VERY frustrated. We do try to find fun new things and are always on the lookout 😀 I hope your holiday weekend is wonderful, relaxing and blessed.

Sherry

Have you started watching Sweet Girl yet? That is one that I have been wanting to watch. Chesapeake Shores too. Your food pictures have my mouth watering! Have a great week.

Jean

Sorry your hike didn’t go as planned but wow, that metal art is amazing! Hope you find some answers for your health issues and get back to feeling better soon. Seems I’ve been doing corn on the cob wrong all this time. Hmm. Hope you have a wonderful week!

QuiltLady

So, I’m curious – how have you been doing corn?

I’m taking my health day by day. COVID is playing havoc with getting in to see the Chronic Care Manager 🙁

Hope your week is progressing smoothly 🙂

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