Gift Ideas: Los Angeles Zoo Membership

A few weeks ago hubby bought a one year family membership to the Los Angeles Zoo for $99, a great deal and a great Christmas gift idea! So, on the Friday after Thanksgiving we decided to skip the shopping and head out to the Zoo for some fresh air, well except when we visited the flamingos, boy are they stinky!

Happy Birthday Daddy!

Today is my dad's birthday and I want to wish him a   

Very Happy Birthday!

A little girl needs her daddy
To love her with manly charm,
To soothe her when she’s hurt,
And keep her safe from harm.

 A girl needs her dad To show her a man who’s good,
To help her make right choices,
As only a father could.

 A woman needs her father Just to be aware,
He’ll always be there for her
To sustain her and to care.

 You’ve been all these things, Dad. I hope that you can see
How much I treasure you;
You mean everything to me.

Little Helper Tower: Construction

I just wanted to give you guys a little update on the Little Helper Tower project I mentioned a couple posts ago. My Dad and I (with a little help from JD) started working on it the weekend before last and sure enough about two days later my dad had finished the whole project on his own. He really did an amazing job and I can't get over all the amazing details; from the fancy legs, to the perfectly sanded corners and all for about $30 bucks! Now all that's left to do is choose a color to paint it,  although JD has already begun using it around the house and telling everyone his Abu made it for him!

Thanksgiving Recipes: Maple Dill Carrots

Thanksgiving is only a couple days away and I'm super excited to be hosting at our new home for the very first time! The menu is finalized and I'm even throwing in some special request like this very simple but delicious maple and dill carrots side dish. Enjoy!

Maple Dill Carrots

Ingredients:

4 cups baby carrots

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons brown sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:
Place carrots in a skillet and pour in just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat; simmer until water has evaporated and the carrots are tender. Stir in butter, brown sugar, dill, salt, and pepper.