2013 was very busy in many ways, but at the same time, I'm hard pressed to say what exactly kept me busy. Such is life! I have finished some projects and planned others, but so far this year I seem to be concentrating on cooking and cleaning. I have a friend who, in my humble opinion, is much less competent at cooking. Yet he has catered an event for a community gathering! So I have been inspired to do a bit of experimental and bulk cooking. So far I have:
- made lamb in the slow cooker (I don't much like lamb so I'm trying to find a way to cook it that we will all eat. otherwise I only cook it when I'm planning to fast.)
- made barley in the rice cooker
- made vegetarian tacos with red lentils and bought taco seasoning
- Made and froze a bulk batch of meatballs
- made and froze a batch of twice-baked potatoes
Tomorrow I will make a batch of cabbage rolls. The lamb was a bit overcooked because I started it too soon but I was able to enjoy it. The taco lentils were a surprising success, the red lentils gave a nice color. And I now have a few after-school lunch options for the kids!
Finally, let me just list a few goals.
For myself:
- eat more fruit or vegetables and drink more water
- make a personal fit pattern for myself that fits excellently
- sew stuffed animals for the craft market
- experiment with macrame again
For my kids:
- get them to take responsibility for household tasks
- help them to keep a balance of study, other interests, helping others, and rest
For my community:
- get more members in my girls' crafting club and raise enough funds to buy a hot plate (for melting chocolate and wax)
- keep my Sunday school class interested and learning at the same time(not easy!)
- Get involved in Town Council especially regarding the Diamond Festival (don't complain if you're not willing to help fix it!)
Reach high!
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