Saturday, April 10, 2010

My Blog Party Post

My name is Theresa and I am a Christian wife and homeschooling mom. I am a former public school teacher. I like to visit other blogs and share ideas for being a more Godly wife, mother and woman. I have met a great bunch of women through blogging and look forward to meeting more. I am including a great, quick and easy recipe for a party.

Taco Dip
Ingredients:
1 lb. ground beef (browned, and drained)+ seasoning
1 16 ounce container of sour cream
1 16 ounce package of shredded Mexican cheese
1 jar of salsa (I love Trader Joe's peach salsa)
tortilla chips (I love Trader Joes's unsalted white corn tortilla chips)
Directions:
1. Brown the beef. Drain off the fat. Return to skillet and add taco seasoning (I add my own to avoid MSG)
2. In a 9X13 pan, spread the beef evenly on the bottom.
3. Layer the remaining ingredients; salsa, sour cream and cheese.
4. Bake in a 350 degree oven for about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted.
5. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy.

Oh and did I mention...there are prizes involved with the blog party! There are so many great ones, I would love to win any. The following are my top three picks:
1. US6 necklace from Kristen's Custom Creations
2. US 8 necklace from Lisa Laverty at Elemental Memories
3. US28 necklace from Jessica Fuqua- Ind. Guy and Eva Advisor

Do you see a theme? Well, yes I am in search of a new necklace. You see, a couple of months ago I lost my favorite necklace. It was a white gold chain with a charm of a little girl and a little boy. It was a present from my children. First I had just the little girl and then when my son was born, my husband had a little boy added to it. I wore it every day. I know the day I lost it. I was grocery shopping and took off my scarf and heard something fall. I checked my earrings (since I am always losing them) and saw that they were still there, so kept shopping. Later that night I realized my necklace was gone. I was so upset. I called both of the stores that I was at, but no one turned it in. I thought my husband would be upset and was hesitant to tell him. He wasn't upset and actually took a flashlight and went back to the one store. No one turned it in and he couldn't find it either. I kept saying I hope a mom or grandmother finds it because they will be more likely to turn it in (gold is worth a lot right now). My husband said "Well, maybe the person who finds it needs food on their table." How's that for putting things in perspective? So as much as I miss my necklace, I do not want to ask for another one right now because gold is so expensive. I do have a white gold sapphire cross that my husband gave me before we were married, but I don't have a chain to wear it on. However, since jewelry is being offered as a giveaway I would be a thrilled recipient.

20 comments:

  1. I'm here for the party! I'm amazed at the number of parents I meet that homeschool.

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  2. Hi, stopping by from the UBP. Yum, your taco dip looks delish ~ I wish we had a Trader Joe's. Anyway, I pray you have a blessed weekend.

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  3. I love the look of your blog! I came across your blog through the blog party! I am also a Christian and home school mom. It's great to "meet" you!

    Have a blessed weekend!

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  4. Hi Theresa! I am a fellow Jesus follower! I so admire your dedication to homeschooling. I have several friends who homeschool and I know it takes an enormous commitment!

    I am a mom to two, a boy (10) and a teen girl (13). Being a mom of a teen keeps me humble! ;0)

    Stopping by from the Party!

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  5. Stopping by from the UBP Party. I also homeschool my children and it's great to come across other homeschooling bloggers.. Many blessings <><

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  6. Welcome to the party! I'm looking forward to reading your blog more.

    Amy

    http://www.thefritzes.net/

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  7. I love the recipe.
    Love your blog and really enjoyed my visit.
    I think this is my 3rd year. Not sure but really enjoy meeting new bloggers.
    Great prizes this year! I hope you win one..or two.
    I was late too but fashionable late for the UBP 2010.

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  8. Well hello there!

    I came by from the UBP, but I see now that you're in the 5:16 gals...how nice to meet you again! :)

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  9. awwww...I'm so sorry you lost your necklace. I hope you win one!

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  10. Yummy, taco dip!

    I hope you win the necklace. It's great to meet another Christian blogger.

    I have a book giveaway at my blog, available through my website. Please visit at http://www.juliearduini.com.

    Have a great week in Him!
    Julie

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  11. Stopped by from the blog party...I am a Christian home school mom of six.
    Nice to meet you,
    Janette
    www.janettessage.blogspot.com

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  12. Hi Theresa!

    I am visiting from UBP, you have got a very lovely blog, very refreshing. If you have time come by and say hi www.livingwordacdamey.blogspot.com

    Blessings Sister,
    Amy

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  13. How awesome to be homeschooling. I wasn't created to homeschool so my prayer is that my children will be salt in their classrooms! So sorry to hear about your mom necklace. Lets hope it was a little kid who gave it to their mom or someone they love. Not easy to lose something so precious! Glad your DH wasn't upset and was able to put a positive spin on it.

    Visiting from the UBP '10.

    ~Mimi @ Woven by Words
    http://wovenbywords.blogspot.com/2010/04/ultimate-blog-party-5-minutes-for-mom.html

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  14. Your blog is really pretty!

    My favorite Hymn of all times is And Can it Be! I saw it on your list too.

    Just stopping by from the party! Have a great day and feel free to stop and see me @ http://missionalmamassoul.blogspot.com/

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  15. Hi, Theresa! Thanks for stopping by from the UBP. It's been a good party! The Taco dip recipe sounds yummy too!

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  16. Hi Theresa! Thanks for visiting my blog with the UBP! Your verse at the top of your blog is one I just read the other day & was challenged by - I definitely want to be a wise woman who builds my home with the love of Christ! Nice to meet you!

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  17. Thanks for coming over to my blog with the UBP! It is nice to meet another teacher turned SAHM.

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  18. Thanks for stopping by my blog earlier!! Your recipe looks yummy ~ I should try it!! =) I'm looking forward to exploring your blog a little more!! Hope you have a great weekend! =)

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  19. Hi from another Christian homeschooling momma (and fellow former school teacher)! I'm going to bookmark you and come back after the hubbub of the UBP is over. I hope you can stop in to visit me (#225), too: http://tinahollenbeck.blogspot.com/2010/04/2010-ultimate-blog-party.html.

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  20. Hi Theresa,
    Thank you so much for stopping by during the blog party. I am catching up on all the commenters today. I hope your weekend was great!

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Thank you for visiting. Please let me know you stopped by so I can be sure to come visit you. ~Theresa