Chester the Dog

I've never been one to tolerate kiddie music in the car.
But, this album is an exception. The artist's name is Dre Towey.
Her daughter is a friend of my son, Miles. Which, is how I discovered her music.
The Bozos can't get enough of it!

Back in Jackson Hole

Where we stayed. It was amazing.

A great picture of my nephew, Nick IV, while I was giving him a bath.

Max reading Nick a book.

My niece, Penny, in her new cowgirl boots.

Some more great photos from a walk out to the Snake River at my brother's place.




My sister, Olivia, looking like a model.



Lots of fun at a playground...







Max, Penny & my sister, Elizabeth.

Mile & Penny taking a bath.


The four grand kids. I love this.

Halloween

left, daddy. right, max.

left, miles. right, mommy.

Max, marching in his school parade.







I really wish this picture wasn't blurry.
But, by far, my most favorite trick-or-treater of the evening.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

I know that for most people Brussels Sprouts are not a favorite.
Growing up we always had them every Thanksgiving. My mother used to just simply boil them, butter them & serve. I actually always liked them. I wouldn't say loved them, but I didn't hate them either.
But, I actually love these.
A friend taught me how to prepare them this way & now we make them quite often every Fall. DH even likes them.

Lately, I've been finding them sold at the store still attached to the stalk. They are fresher this way...plus, you can see what you're getting, which is nice.

Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees.
Remove all the Brussels sprouts from the stalk, or take them out of the package if you have one.

Cut the ends off & peel away any dark green outer leaves. Or any leaves that are dirty, or bruised.
Rinse clean.

Spray a cookie sheet, or casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray. This helps to make clean up easier.

Toss with a generous amount of olive oil, salt & pepper.

Pour into the baking dish & cook for about 45 minutes. Toss them frequently, so that they brown evenly.

This is what they look like when they are done. And, no, they are not burnt. You want them this way. The outside should be caramelized & the inside will have the texture of mashed potatoes.
YUM.

Peanut Butter, Bacon and Honey Sandwich

A friend of my MIL gave us this cookbook recently. She knows that my kids love to cook & it's full of cute, kid-friendly recipes.

DH made this one over the weekend.
It may sound a bit wierd. But, if you like sweet & salty mixed up, then you'll love this sandwich.

You'll need a few slices of bacon & some bread.
DH toasted his, but you don't have to.

Spread on some peanut butter & place the bacon on top.

Drizzle on some honey,

slice,

and eat.