Insta Friday

I'm linking up with Jeannett for Insta Friday this week.  I'm devonl9 if you want to follow

Hot chocolate!

Our Elf arrived.  Skippy Chippy stayed at the North Pole this year.  Meet Snowflake

Little Patches with Christmas bedding :)

 

My handmade stockings.  Love them

The most beautiful two-toned tree in Newport Beach

Drive Thru Nativity

If you live in Orange County this is a great event!  It takes place at Mount of Olives Lutheran Church in Mission Viejo(24772 Chrisanta Drive). You can drive through in your car and listen to the message on the radio or you can walk through and view the actors and animals up close.  My family has been in the nativity twice and we had a great time.  It was wonderful to remember the true meaning of Christmas during this busy time of the year.  I encourage you to check it out this year.  You will not be disappointed!

My daughter as an angel on the hill

My family "acting" in the marketplace

What I Wore Wednesday

Today I'm linking up with Lindsey at The Pleated Poppy. 

 

Excuse the messy office.  Those papers are still on the ground!  Someone needs a talking to...

 

Boots- Sonoma at Kohls

Sweater socks- made by me :)

leggings- Mossimo at Target

Dress- Kohls (old)

Jacket and scarf- Old Navy

 

I shop at cheaper stores.  And I usually only buy it if it's on sale or I have a coupon.  My mom taught me well...and she is still the best shopper I know.  I just can't justify spending a lot on clothes- except for a few favorite jeans and tops that I HAD to have.

 

Happy Hump Day

xo Devon  

 

 

Yum!

I made this delicious dinner tonight. I will post the recipe because you will WANT to make this. It's kid friendly!!

For our Tummies on Tuesday

If you haven't done so already- It's time to get out that crockpot! 
On Black Friday, Target was selling small crockpots for $8!  Just big enough for 2 chicken breasts and some ingredients.  I love my crockpot so much.  It helps me stay organized during the busy sports season (which is all year around here) and I always have a healthy dinner ready. 
Enjoy this little recipe.  Serve it with some rice and veggies.

1 to 1.5 lbs chicken tenderloins
1 cup brown sugar
2/3 cup vinegar
1/4 cup lemon lime soda (diet is OK)
2-3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper


Mix all ingredients in slow cooker and refrigerate 1 day prior. Cook on low 4-6 hours or until done. Voila!

xo Devon

Selling Mania

I have been posting like crazy on Ebay and Craigslist!  Mostly because I don't like too much stuff around...but the money is nice too ;)   I'm selling Rainbow Magic books (because we have close to 70), some toys and other goodies.  I'm looking forward to seeing how the auctions end.

Years ago, George and I sold ceiling fans on Ebay.  We stored them in our downstairs bathtub, stacked to the ceiling and shipped them all over the U.S.  It was a nice little side business but the fans were so expensive to ship and sometimes items were broken during shipping.  Funny thing is, I sell on Ebay but I rarely purchase.  Not sure why that is...
Hope you are enjoying your Monday!
xo Devon

Santa's arrival in Mission Viejo

What: Santa will be arriving to bring in the holiday spirit.
When: November 25. 3-6pm. With Santa arriving at 6pm.
Where: Mission Viejo Civic Center

http://www.mvactivities.com/events_full.htm