Welome to Monday

Oh, Monday, you have to be the speediest of days.  I mean you come faster than any other day of the week.  I had a fun, eventful weekend....... a high school graduation, a beautiful wedding and I met up with a new friend and got to spend a couple of hours learning about her and chatting.  And best of all our summer officially begins because both of my girls are officially done with their school years!!!  But I did also do a few intentional things this week.  Here is what I managed to get done.

I hope you are making some progress.  Only another week and a half.  Don't worry if you didn't hit every day, I think you can still maximize what's left and call it a success

Today I wanted to share the new recipe I tried.  It was actually one of my emeals recipes but I changed it up a bit.  If you missed the post on emeals, you can read it here.  Their recipe called for shrimp cooked in cumin.  Well only half of us like shrimp so I knew we would need a little change.  When I read the recipe it had the feeling of something you would get at Moe's Southwestern or Chipotle....so i took it that route.  The key to the recipe was this guy.

Birds Eye Protein Blend Southwest Style.  I found it at Kroger in the freezer section.

A delicious blend of whole grains, black beans, corn, lentils, red bell peppers, and sauce. Perfectly cooks in the bag!

So I took 3 large, boneless, skinless chicken breast and cut them into 2 inch pieces.  I then sprinkled them generously with a package of taco seasoning.  I heated olive oil in a skillet and cooked the chicken breast until done.

Then I microwaved the Birds Eye packages according to the directions.  It took 3 packages for our family of 6.

I then spooned the Birds Eye protein blend into 6 bowls and topped with the cooked chicken.  Each person then topped their bowl to their pleasing with Mexican cheese, sour cream, and salsa..  I am sure you could make them more elaborate by adding diced avocado or green onions.

These bowls were absolutely delicious.....so much so that I didn't snap a picture.

Chips and salsa would also make a great side with this.

Short simple, quick recipe that turned out great......you might want to give it a try.

Summary of all  you need to put this together:
3 chicken breasts
3 bags of Birds Eye Southwest Style Protein Blend
Taco Seasoning
Mexican Cheese
Sour Cream
Salsa
Any other desired toppings
Chips on the side if desired

Have a great week girls, don't forget we are back on Wednesday with the 40's representative in our Through the generations series.


Oh and  in the mean time check out LOFT.  They are having 40% off regular price and 50% off sale with FREE SHIPPING no minimum.  Sale ends Tuesday so don't delay!

Wedding Season

So we are entering the season of weddings.  Do you have one or two to attend this summer?  If not maybe you can crash one ;).  I mean the cake alone is worth it right?

Here are a couple of great dresses that would be fun for an upcoming wedding


This is a stretch lace dress that comes in coral.


Isn't this a gorgeous floral dress


And this is a cute pink leopard maxi.

And if you are shopping off the registry or just looking for something to add to a gift card.

Personalized soaps from Pottery Barn.

Or this Pioneer Woman Salad set

Or this cute salt and pepper cellar


Anthropology has the prettiest cloth napkins.

Have a great weekend, girls.  If you don't need any of these for a wedding, treat yourself!

Here are a few sales for the weekend:
Kate Spade up to 75% off Ends Friday

J.Jill has 30% off of select styles

Loft has already kicked off their Memorial Day sale.

Belk is offering 25% off regular and sale.

If you are a big make-up person Sephora now let's you pay $10 and get free 2-day shipping for a year.

Through the Generations - Installment 2 The Thirties

Thanks for coming back to hear from another remarkable young lady as we march through the decades gaining insights from each of these women

If you missed the first installment please check out
Erika - The Twenties

Now today a real treat for our thirties decade - Lindsay Jenson

Lindsay Jenson is 34 years old. Wife for 9.5 years. Mother to three boys (5y, 4y, 1y). Jesus lover. Could spend hours in the yard tending to plants. Former ballerina. Music makes her happy.

And now let's her from Lindsay in her words........

Who has been a big influence in your life?

My husband, Rob. He and I are complete opposites in every way, but he has made me a better person because of his love for the Lord. His generous nature made me more generous. His caring demeanor helped me learn to be more compassionate. He shows me the other side to everything.

If you could invite any 3 people to dinner who would they be and why?

My husband, Rob. My friend, Melissa. My brother-in-law, Derek.

These three are all very outgoing and would keep a conversation going for hours. And the conversation would be all over the place, with serious topics and funny banter. I could sit back, listen and laugh the whole time.

When you meet someone for the first time, what do you hope they will think of you?

That I am genuine, kind and welcoming. I want to provide the happy part of someone’s day.

What is your biggest challenge right now?

It’s not a challenge, but something I diligently work on… grow relationships. If I didn’t focus on it, life would overcome and it wouldn’t happen. I want to grow my relationship with my children and leave memories. I want to grow my relationships with friends to know I am always there, no matter the time since we last talked or the distance between us.

What is the one thing (besides your phone) that you usually take with you when you leave home?

My purse. It has many things inside: wallet, keys, pen, chapstick, extra paper to write notes, and a hair tie. And I have to save room so I can also cram whatever else everyone needs… “Mom, can you carry this?”

What is one of the best books you have ever read?

I am not much of a book reader, so I only remember the last few that I have read, but the last book I read was ‘Magnolia Story.’ I love the Gaines and their story and I thought I already knew everything about them, but this book went deeper and kept a smile on my face.

Now, if we talk about the BEST book, that is hands down, the Bible. The book is old, but relevant. It is a wealth of knowledge. You can read it over and over and learn something new each time.

What has been the key to success in maintaining lasting girlfriend relationships?

Make time.

What advice do you wish you could give to the women who are younger than you?

Don’t worry about what others are doing. Be yourself. Be happy with who you are and show it. It’s what you feel on the inside that matters most. Surround yourself with good people.

What dream are you still dreaming?

I’m living the dream! I have a husband who spoils me and three kids that love me. I’ll take whatever life throws at me as long as they are by my side.

 Thanks so much for joining us, Lindsay.  I am in awe of you having energy to work in the yard and raise 3 little boys!  I'm pretty sure I spent my thirties trying to nap whenever possible.  And just so you know, you are nailing your first meeting goal.  I felt we had been friends forever the first time I met you.  I so appreciate you and your sweet spirit.

Intentional May - Update plus a winner!!!!

Hope you had a great weekend.  Here's what I managed to accomplish last week.

Hands down Wednesday was my favorite day.  There are so many Psalms I love and I really should treat myself with one more often.  But this is my absolute favorite.

If you have a moment, read thru it and see if it doesn't lift your heart:

Psalm 91

1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High
    will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.[a]
2 I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress,
    my God, in whom I trust.”

3 Surely he will save you
    from the fowler’s snare
    and from the deadly pestilence.
4 He will cover you with his feathers,
    and under his wings you will find refuge;
    his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.
5 You will not fear the terror of night,
    nor the arrow that flies by day,
6 nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness,
    nor the plague that destroys at midday.
7 A thousand may fall at your side,
    ten thousand at your right hand,
    but it will not come near you.
8 You will only observe with your eyes
    and see the punishment of the wicked.

9 If you say, “The Lord is my refuge,”
    and you make the Most High your dwelling,
10 no harm will overtake you,
    no disaster will come near your tent.
11 For he will command his angels concerning you
    to guard you in all your ways;
12 they will lift you up in their hands,
    so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.
13 You will tread on the lion and the cobra;
    you will trample the great lion and the serpent.

14 “Because he[b] loves me,” says the Lord, “I will rescue him;
    I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name.
15 He will call on me, and I will answer him;
    I will be with him in trouble,
    I will deliver him and honor him.
16 With long life I will satisfy him
    and show him my salvation.”

I love verse 11!

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Go have a great week, intentionally.  And remember to join me back her on Wednesday when we will hear from our 30's representative in the Through the Generation series.