Darrian

 

My son Josh

Here is a song that Josh wrote me for mothers day. Be advised it is rap and has a parental advisory. There are not a lot of bad words, I think only 1 but you have to have advisory for this. when you get to the site scroll down to the song titled mom and click hi fi.

CHECK THIS OUT!!!!!

This is the coolest site I have found. These guys are stationed in Iraq and are writing songs to pass the time. This site may take awhile to load but be patient. Also this is an ameteur recording but I think it is pretty darn good.

Truly awesome banana bread

 

 

 

Quick breads

Today I made an awesome banana bread. I had tried this recipe yesterday and realized it was a hit when my 8 year old, (who won't eat any type of quick bread), declared this was the best bread he ever had and went on to beg for another piece until we finally all finished the loaf in one evening. Here is the recipe:
1 1/2 Cups all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 Cup sugar
2 well beaten eggs (I use 1/2 Cup eggbeaters)
1/4 Cup melted butter or margarine
2 mashed bananas
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp cinnamon
Spray loaf pan with Pam. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In one bowl whisk together flour, soda, powder, salt, and sugar. Mix in slightly beaten eggs, melted butter, mashed bananas, vanilla, and cinnamon. Stir in nuts if desired. (this is a good way to get a daily dose of Walnuts for fighting heart disease.)
Pour into prepared pan
Bake at 350 for about an hour. Let cool. Take out of pan. Enjoy
This truly was the best banana bread I have ever eaten. I made one today. I love that this recipe has no oil and is very lite in texture.

Good news

The kids will be going to Pearl Harbor Kai for the rest of elementary. Thanks to their principal they were approved for a geogrphical exemption and will be able to stay. They are both happy. This post was in regards to my previous post - Back to School.

Big Brother 7

Everyone who knows me has already heard I am a reality show geek.. It must be inherited since my parents are reality geeks also. Last night was of course the start of the Big Brother 7 season and I was really happy with the line up of people. I would make one switch though. I would of put in Bunky vs Nakomis. I like Bunky better. No offense to Nakomis but I find her a little boring. I love "Chicken George," and find him to be just as funny as ever. The houseguests didn't seem to find him amusing but they will once they get to know him and after boredom sets in. It went pretty well last night with all the fake hugging and kissing. I can't wait for "Evil Will" to start messing around. He seems to be joining up with his best friend "Mike boogie," but one never knows since Will lies about EVERYTHING, and if you don't believe me just ask him. I am so glad that Janelle and Jace put up Danielle and Allison. I love the sovereign 6 from last season and hope they do some real damage this season since they are the biggest block in the house. Maybe they can add Jace to the pack. I don't really like him but the others need some more on their side. I still love James the best. I think he might start working soon with Will and Mike if he didn't learn his lesson from season 6. Anyone else watching BB7? We also watch Rockstar. I love Tommy Lee and of course Dave Navarro. Who doesn't love Dave? They have some good rockers, but I think Chris Daughtry from American Idol should of tried out. He may already have signed with another band. I think he would of been good for "Supernova," since this will be more of a rock band and not heavy metal, but Chris can do both.

Back to school

Here in Hawaii we are on year round modified school calander, so the kids are already to go back to school by July 27th. I have been busy shopping and getting ready. I found out the 2 boys (Jr. and Damian) may have to switch schools since we are out of district. They may change from Pearl Harbor Kai to Nimitz. I talked to the principal and put in the geographical exception so I hope they get to stay. I do have mixed feelings though because Nimitz is also a good school and may even be a little higher ranking then PHK. My boys do love their school though and have gone since Kindergarten. They don't really want to change but would adjust becuse all their friends are going to Nimitz. Of course I would have to drive them if they get accepted at PHK because it is out of district but thats ok with me. Nimitz would be easier though since they have a bus and it will be right across from Darrians preschool. That would mean I could pick them up when I pick up Darrian. As you all can see it is a crazy beginning to the new year. I will keep you all posted. I hope I know soon since the 18th is uniform buying day at PHK. I don't think Nimitz wears uniforms but you never know. Any opinions on thiswould be appreciated. The pros and cons are pretty much even but the question is to switch or not to switch?

Cupcakes

 

Happy 4th of July-a little late

I found this recipe for cupcakes in Womans World magazine and I thought it would be cute to make. I had to use light blue instead of dark blue for the icing up top because I couldn't find the proper color, but all in all it looks like a flag and tasted great. It didn't take everyone long to consume these. 

4th of July

We had a nice picnic at Alisha's house for the 4th. We had all the usual stuff. Hamburgers, hot dogs, pasta salad, watermelon, etc. Later on that night we went to the fireworks where Darrian fell asleep. I don't know how you can fall asleep with all that noise, but he likes to sleep when he likes to sleep.

Alisha and Julia

Julia is all dressed in her 4th of July dress. Red, white, and blue. She looks happy for the holiday. 

Me and Miss Monica

This is on the 4th of July at Alishas house. Alisha is taking our picture after our picnic.

Jr.

He is getting ready to watch the movie. 

New friend

The boys met this kid on the beach and played with him for about 4 hours while waiting for the movie on the beach. 

Sunset on the beach

I didn't get the greatest picture because I was testing out some other things on my camera and this was not the right setting. We went to see Ice Age 2. 

Miss Monica getting ready for a swim

 

Darrian and Dad

He really enjoyed his shaved Ice.