Wednesday, October 12, 2011

South of the Border

For any die-hard Chamblee Life fans, I apologize for my lack of blogging lately.  I feel like life is just so busy these days that I hardly have time to sit down, much less blog.  From what I hear though, that doesn't really change for at least the next eighteen years or so.  I guess I'd better find a way to make it work!

A couple of weeks ago, J & I escaped the chaos for a few days of relaxation in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.  It was so beautiful, & just what we needed to slow down & relax for a bit.  We took tons of pictures, but I've tried to select a few of the best & will let them do most of the talking.

The waves on the beach at our resort were insanely huge, & since the shore is lined with lots of jagged rocks, there is no swimming allowed.  We knew that before going, so it was fine, & we enjoyed just walking on the shore & taking in the beauty when we weren't sitting by the pool.
Views from our balcony:
The resort at night
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Cacti!  I realize it's a bit ridiculous to be impressed by each cactus when in Mexico.  There are lots!  But they were all just so unique & pretty in their own way.
Amidst all the relaxation, we made time for some silliness as well.
See what I mean?  The cacti are just cool!
This picture of me made me laugh at myself.  When will the inner cheerleader ever die?
Thank you, honey, for an amazing vacation!  And a huge thanks to my parents for taking care of our kids while we were away.  They had a great time with you!

Saturday, October 1, 2011

Thursday, September 29, 2011

Jake's Jabberings

When I picked the kids up from school today, Jake asked if I would turn the DVD player on for him.  I replied that we were only driving a few minutes to get to the frozen yogurt shop where we were meeting Daddy, so we didn't need to watch a movie right then.  "Besides," I said, "I want to hear all about your day!"  His retort?  "Um, check my folder."
Little stinker.

Yummy to My Tummy: Lemon Icebox Pie

*This is Justin's favorite pie.  His mom shared the recipe with me when we got married, & it's always a crowd pleaser!  My two kitchen assistants helped me whip one up for Daddy last week.

Lemon Icebox Pie

1 sleeve of graham crackers
6 T butter, melted
1/4 C sugar

1 can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 C fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 tsp grated lemon rind  
2 egg yolks

Place graham crackers in a plastic bag, seal & crush with a rolling pin or the flat side of a meat tenderizer.
Mix cracker crumbs, butter & sugar.  Press into a greased pie plate.  Bake for eight minutes at 350 degrees.  Cool completely.
Combine condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon rind & egg yolks.
Pour into cooled graham crust.  Cover & refrigerate several hours.  Top with cool whip & serve.

Friday, September 23, 2011

Lazy Day

Papa & Nana came for a visit on Labor Day, & we all enjoyed having a lazy day spent outside.  It was one of the first days with cooler weather, & we spent it at the park, in the back yard & eating meals on the porch.

Goofy grin from my big girl
 
Jake is always jumping off of something.  It'll be a wonder if that kid survives his childhood without several broken limbs.
This one captures Jake perfectly - crazy man!
Me & my littlest sweetie
Silly boy trying to hide from the camera
Hanging out with Nana
Ta-da!  Mal lives her life as if she's center stage in some grand production.
I just loved their determined expressions in this one.
Hooray for lazy days!