Fall Photo Shoot

We took these about a week ago....some of the out takes for the new blog picture :)

Fun with Friends

Our friend Lauren (one of our "old" youth) came back from college a few weeks ago and she was able to come hang out with us one afternoon!
We love Ms. Lauren and had so much fun with her!!!

We had a family birthday party for Anna 2 weeks ago, sorry I'm so late getting the pictures on here, but here's a slideshow!!!

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

I Love Donuts

We gave Jack donuts for the first time a few weeks ago and you guessed it he absolutely LOVED them!!!
Here are some pictures of his first donut experience :)

Bible Quiz Bowl

We had a bible quiz bowl last month at church, I forgot I didn't post the pictures!
Jody was the MC and Emma was a contestant! She was the only girl in her age group. She was so nervous she looked like she was going to cry the entire time, but she did awesome! Takes a lot of guts answering questions in front of a crowd of people!!!

Make a Smilebox slideshow

Spikey Jack

I snapped these pictures after bathtime a few days ago! I like to spike his hair up after every bath, but usually by the next morning it's flat again :(

What is so fascinating...

About cords? Jack is fascinated with cords, my hair dryer, the cords to our lamps, the laptop cords, pretty much any cord! He has a corner in the living room where all his toys are, but as soon as you put him down he makes a break for one of our end tables, (under which is an electrical outlet)! He loves to pull himself up and stand next to the table, We deter him from this obviously since he could easily pull it over on top of himself!

Don't worry I was right next to him when he was pulling up and standing by the end table! Maybe he'll be an electician when he grows up?

The many faces of the Livingston kiddos...

Had to share these of our silly ladies:)

Wordless Wednesday...We love bananas!!!

Tasty Tuesday

Taffy Apple Pizza
(One of my absolute favorites :)

Ingredients
*1 package (18 oz) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
*1 block cream cheese (8oz), softened
*1/2 cup packed brown sugar
*1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
*1/2 tsp vanilla
*2 medium Granny Smith apples
*1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
*1/2 cup peanuts, chopped

1. Preheat over to 350. Shape cookie dough into a 14 inch circle about 1/4 in thick, bake 16-18 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from oven, cool completely.

2. Combine cream cheese, brown sugar, peanut butter and vanilla, mix well. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over cookie.

3. Peel, core and thinly slice apples, arrange evenly over cream cheese mixture.

4. Microwave ice cream topping on high 30-45 seconds or until warm; drizzle evenly over apples. Chop peanuts, sprinkle over apples. Cut into wedges.

Yield: 16 servings

So many of us have been affected by cancer in some way or other...

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Support the fight against breast cancer by attending my Help Whip Cancer® Cooking Show Fundraiser.

It’s a casual, fun and inspiring way to learn how to make cooking and entertaining easier, all while supporting a great cause!

We’ll raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer education and early detection programs. A contribution of up to 25% of my Show’s sales will be made to the American Cancer Society®.

Please let me know if you’re coming. And bring a friend, too!

If you cannot attend, orders may be called into me or emailed to me before the show!
Click here for more information!

Show Date: Thu, Oct 29, 2009
Show Time: 6:00 PM
Host: Sarah Livingston Phone: (919) 368-4757
E-mail: Sarahchef@yahoo.com
Location: 7333 Stony Hill Road WAKE FOREST, NC 27587

This is what happened...

When Anna wanted to feed Jack :)

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Wordless Wednesday...I Love my Biggest Sister

Tasty Tuesday

Pronto Pasta & Sausage Skillet

Ingredients

*1 medium onion

*1 medium green bell pepper

*3 links hot italian sausage (12 oz)

*2 garlic cloves, pressed

*1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

*3 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta

*3 1/2 cups water

*1 jar (26oz) spaghetti/marinara sauce

*1/4 tsp salt

*1/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper

*2 oz cream cheese, softened

*1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

*1 oz Parmesan cheese, grated (1/4 cup), divided

*1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Dice onion and bell pepper. Remove casings from sausage, cut in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/2-in. Nuggets. Place sausage into skillet, cook over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until golden brown.



2. Add onion and bell pepper to skillet; cook an additional 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add pressed garlic and pepper flakes; cook 10-20 seconds or until fragrant. Stir in pasta, water, sauce, salt and black pepper. Bring to a simmer; cover and cook 14-16 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.



3. Remove skillet from heat. Stir in cream cheese until incorporated. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover and let stand 2-3 minutes or until cheeses are melted. Garnish with chopped parsley.



Yield: 6 servings

Happy 4th Birthday Anna Virginia :)

Four years ago our second baby girl was born! She is such a funny little girl and brings us so much laughter :) So laid back and has such a kind heart, always willing to give whatever she has.

We love you Anna Virginia!!!

Just hangin' out :)

More fun at the park...