Christmas Feast 2010

Family gatherings with the Cottrill clan is always joyous. We make sure that big holidays like Thanksgiving, Easter, and Christmas is celebrated at Dad's home.  Dad was a little tipsy   and he was cracking jokes while we were eating so everyone were LOL!

Jen cooked  most of the food this time since Chris  did  the Thanksgiving feast.

I can't really volunteer to cook for the whole clan since  my   cooking skills is limited  when it comes to American foods.  All I can make is  the famous lumpia hehehe.  My daughter helped me making these. 

Cookies made by my SIL Chris, Michelle also brought a plate of the cookies she made for each family.

The cake  was also made by Chris.

I may prepare some food tomorrow for  the new year's eve, you're invited hehehe.  Advance happy new year guys, I wish you all the good luck in the world for the coming year!

Feature Food Of The We

Always remember....

that a little bit of this

and a little dash of that

makes a sumptuous life..

so Spice Up Your Life

The Moment of Truth

Here's the moment of truth to the sugar cookies that  my daughter  made.  When it comes to cookies and other sweets, the sweet tooth in the family is the ultimate judge whether it's good or not.

He was taking a nap when we made this so when he woke he exclaimed "Whoa, where did these cookies come from?"  At first I was hesitate to tell them but then I created a diversion and told him to try it out.

And the verdict "It's really good Mom!"  He puckered up when I told him that his sister and I and Dad made the cookies.  He immediately said "I want to help making out cookies too!"

So Mommy gave him a hug and said that he can help next time we make some.

These cookies were gone by now, the burrito boy loved it that he eat and eat till it's gone.

We will be out to my FIL's house the whole day today, thanks for visiting.

Merry Christmas Everyone!  

Always  remember....

that a little bit of this

and a little dash of that

makes a sumptuous life...

so Spice Up Your Life.

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Sugar Cookies

 I thought that I would have more time for blogging since  the students at our home are on vacation but I was wrong.  We are busy with stuff everyday.   We made some sugar cookies last Saturday when we came home from Pittsburgh.

 My SIl lent us some  cookie cutters, thanks Chris.  I am not fond of sugar cookies but it is fun to make especially for ,our burrito so we made some  just for fun.

 The male burrito was sleeping when we were making the cookies so when he woke up, he did his part, tasting!  I'll share the rest of the photos  next time.  

Just remember....

that a little bit of this

and a little dash of that

makes a sumptuous life...

so Spice Up Your Life.

Musical Horse

 My FIL had this musical horse in his  bedroom that we occupied when we were still  living at his home but he did not know about it.  So the other day, I brought it down and put it in his  end table in the living room.

 I think that it is a  pretty Christmas decor, don't you think?

Unfortunately,  the music doesn't work anymore but  I still find it pretty.

Wicked Fresh

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Toms of Maine. All opinions are 100% mine.

Have you ever tried some products from Tom's Of Maine?  I have been reading  good reviews about this company but   did not have a chance to use their product until  recently.  I was given a bar of soap from the online  purchase I made and I like it.  My two  children even like it as the scent is not that strong and they said that it feels good on their skin.  I agree with them as I like using it.   I told my husband that I found  a new replacement for the brand of a soap that we are using.

I would like to try their  other products such as toothpaste and dental floss, hey also make  deodorant and  mouthwash.  The cool mountain mint  mouthwash can help stop bad breath without  a burning sensation.  Tom's of Maine has been  producing these products for forty years and supporting people is one of their main commitment that is why  this holiday, they are sponsoring a contest to give back to their  customers.  You may check out  That's Wicked Fresh contest page to join and have a chance to win cool prizes.  You may  like them in Facebook or follow them on twitter  to stay updated with their  products and programs.

Fried Chicken

I made some chicken wings for dinner tonight. We ate it with rice and coleslaw. I wasn't able to take picture of it. My kids were hungry so I let them eat right away while our baby Sophie was still sleeping.   

Below is the fried chicken I made the  other week with battered  carrots and  green pepper.  I did not know that carrots tasted so good when you battered and fried it.

Just remember....

that a little bit of this

and a little dash of that

makes a sumptuous life...

so Spice Up Your Life.

Romantic Gesture

Most women would agree if I say that flowers from a man you love is a very romantic gesture. am I right? How often do you receive flowers from your husband, boyfriend, or admirer? If your husband love to give you a bouquet of flowers, try to mention that ProFlowers.com bouquet page has great deals for the holidays.  It is always sweet to receive flowers isn't it?

Fish, Chicken, Cole Slaw, and more.

 We bought a family meal at Long John Silver's the other day.  The combo meal includes fish, chicken, hush puppies, fries, and coleslaw.  

Rylie used to love coleslaw but now she isn't fond of it anymore.  I love coleslaw, I can eat   most of the time. I love the coleslaw at LJS but not the ones at Mcdo  errr KFC..

Feature Food Of The We

Always remember....

that a little bit of this

and a little dash of that

makes a sumptuous life..

so Spice Up Your Life

Happy Holidays

Howdy everyone!? I just came home from my daughter's Christmas party so now I feel relieved. I was stressed out about it since last night that I wasn't able to sleep. It's hard when you have to go to a thing where you don't have any idea what to do, but I survived lol. I guess there's always first time for everything, at least next time, I'll know what to do.

Holiday always gives me stress, stress from shopping and so many stuff. Wish I could stay one week on a holiday lodges somewhere just to relax and enjoy the festivities without any worries.  Happy holidays everyone!

Art Inside the Potato

I made some fried potatoes at my  FIL's home the other day and the first piece of potato that I sliced  has this art inside.

Isn't nature very good in making art?

So tell me folks, is this a Chinese writing or  some kind of  symbol?   Sorry for some weird thinking out here folks hehehe.