For a kid-friendly version I decided to omit the walnuts in this batch but I am sure it is extra yummy with the walnuts. Enjoy!
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Whole Wheat Bread Pudding
So since Lakelan insists on being up and at um by 6:00am sharp I decided to share with everyone a yummy recipe he and I made the other day. It uses honey instead of sugar and lots of yummy spices and apple pieces, sure to be a hit on a blustery day!
For a kid-friendly version I decided to omit the walnuts in this batch but I am sure it is extra yummy with the walnuts. Enjoy!
For a kid-friendly version I decided to omit the walnuts in this batch but I am sure it is extra yummy with the walnuts. Enjoy!
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Dinosaurs!
This weekend was an extra special weekend. Saturday night we had the pleasure of seeing Walking With the Dinosaurs.
The adventure started on Thursday when Kaden was told that we were going to see the dinosaurs. Kaden has a bit of a dinosaur obsession and can frequently out fact the best of them when it comes to these interesting big guys. Well, maybe we should have told him on Saturday because the only thing we heard for three days was about dinosaurs. His poor teachers can probably pursue new careers in paleontology at this point ;).
So our adventure began with a train ride into Dallas. This the boys LOVED! Lakelan seemed a bit confused about our mode of transportation because everytime he heard the train whistle, he ran to the window to look for the train. No matter how much we tried to explain to him that we were riding the train he still looked for that "hidden" train every time the whistle blew.
When the show started the boys were very excited! It was amazing how agile and smooth those dinosaurs were. As the night progressed and the dinosaurs began to get larger and louder, Kaden became a bit uneasy but overall they were both very engaged and excited. These pictures do little justice but you get the idea.
By the end of the night we were all POOPED!
Thanks Nana for a wonderful day!
The adventure started on Thursday when Kaden was told that we were going to see the dinosaurs. Kaden has a bit of a dinosaur obsession and can frequently out fact the best of them when it comes to these interesting big guys. Well, maybe we should have told him on Saturday because the only thing we heard for three days was about dinosaurs. His poor teachers can probably pursue new careers in paleontology at this point ;).
So our adventure began with a train ride into Dallas. This the boys LOVED! Lakelan seemed a bit confused about our mode of transportation because everytime he heard the train whistle, he ran to the window to look for the train. No matter how much we tried to explain to him that we were riding the train he still looked for that "hidden" train every time the whistle blew.
When the show started the boys were very excited! It was amazing how agile and smooth those dinosaurs were. As the night progressed and the dinosaurs began to get larger and louder, Kaden became a bit uneasy but overall they were both very engaged and excited. These pictures do little justice but you get the idea.
By the end of the night we were all POOPED!
Thanks Nana for a wonderful day!
Sunday, October 18, 2009
The season has officially begun!
This Saturday we started the season off with the pumpkin patch. The boys had so much fun riding the tractor, climbing the three storie treehouse, and of course picking their big pumpkin.
By the end of the day this is how we all felt!
I also found out that stores can be over-rated as I attended my first garage sales!
By the end of the day this is how we all felt!
I also found out that stores can be over-rated as I attended my first garage sales!
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
New additions coming soon!
So after much research (in part thanks to Aunt Judy and Uncle Jerry) we have decided to increase the Riggs family a bit. It took a little bit to get the hubby in my corner, but after a little begging and pleading he finally agreed. We have decided to purchase a few egg laying hens for the boys. We made some wonderful friends while on a bike ride who shared with us their experiences with their hens. They stated that they are very low maintenance, require little space(though we will probably let them roam the back yard), and create the most wonderfully rich eggs they have ever consumed. This officially sold me on the idea.
I know what you all are thinking, oh Jessica and her animals. The fish, the rabbit, the gecko and now the hens. Though I love animals this ventures main purpose is to teach the boys to respect the food that is brought to the table and the importance of good, whole foods. They will also teach them a bit of responsibility. The boys will be in charge of feeding, watering, and collecting the eggs. The other reason I feel this will be a good venture is that it will be great for our composed bin, especially since we are a little short on leaf debrie.
So we have decided to take on this task at Easter time. The weather will be perfect for chicks and it will give Nathan time to build a hen house. We are lucky, in that since we have new construction around us, good quality scrap wood is easy to find and best of all it is free. We can even find siding and roofing materials. This will keep Nathan busy in the garage for the winter as well (he is always looking for something to build).
I would love it if anyone has any tips or stories to share reguarding their own experiences or facts that will help us transition smoothly.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Ahhhh fall!
There are few things that I love more than fall! Cooking, baking, comfy sweaters, crafting....it does not get much better than that. The riggs family has been pretty busy since the temperature has begun falling!
Cooking.....
Cleaning.....
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