Let's Eat

If there is one thing the four (or 5 of us if you count the dog) LOVE to do is EAT. One of the good things about being out here in "Merryland" is we've gotten to try out a ton of different chain restaurants that they don't have back home. Even more fun is when we get to try the little hole in the wall restaurants. Today, while out and about, and hungry like always, we drove past a place called "The Dancing Pepper." It claimed to have authentic Tex-Mex, it sparked our curiosity, so we decided to give it a try.

It looked empty from the outside but when we went inside there was a party of 25 women. So it was probably a horrible time to come, considering they only had one waiter. I was overcharged for my meal, the waiter was a little snappy and we never got a refill for our chips, but the food was delicious. I will have to write my disclaimer now and say I have never actually eaten authentic Tex-Mex food. I've only spent one night in Texas, on our way here, and if I remember correctly we had Chick Fil-A that night. I ordered Enchiladas Rancheras with chicken filling. This is my go to Mexican dish, if I like the restaurant's enchiladas, I'll definitely be going back.

So Yummy! 

I devoured my plate and the hubby really enjoyed his food too. The kids shared a quesadillla plate and were so good in the restaurant.  I'm sure we will be going back, even with the not so good service.

Here are some pics of the my Loves just because  :)

Love bug and her Daddy have the same face.

My handsome Bubs 

Lovebug's Recital

Her first time wearing make-up!

Today was my Lovebug's first big dance recital.  We were both so excited ( yes, I am living through my daughter!)  She has been in this dance class since last October, its part ballet and part tap.  She loves it ! She reminds me about 10 times on Tuesdays that she is going to ballet that day.  She was a little under the weather today, but she went out there and did a great job!  We are so proud of her!

Although, it was an exciting and happy day, I couldn't help but feel a little sad.  My Lovebug isn't a baby anymore. I don't know where along the lines she became this independent being, but it makes me long for the days where she spent most of her time in my arms.

From this to...............

.......this beautiful princess.

Anyways, I'll get over it in the morning when she reminds me that she still needs me to make her breakfast :)

Here are her two dances.

Mother's Day

 Today, I miss my Mother just a little bit more than most days.  I wish more than anything I could hear her voice just one more time, or see her beautiful face. Oh how I wish she could have met her grandkids, I know they would have loved her so much.  I love you Mommy!  

 Today, I am also wishing I could be with my Grandma.  And if it weren't a 48hr drive home, I would definitely be there in a heartbeat.  She truly is the inspiration for the kind of Mother I aim to be.  She is loving, caring, stern, and funny.  She is an excellent cook, gardener, seamstress, and is knowledgeable in every topic.  She has stood by me through every bad decision, every scary night, she is the first one I call when something goes wrong or when I have good news.  She is my Best Friend!  

I love this photo, both of us were not ready to take the picture.  Oh and yah I'm pregnant with C here.

And I am seriously trying to be just like her thanks to my new sewing machine.

My Mother's Day gift from the Hubby and kids  :)

I did have a great Mother's Day.  We went out to dinner on Friday to Ruby Tuesday (we wanted to beat the rush).  And best of all I got to sleep in today! Happy Mother's day to all the moms out there!

P.S. Yeah, I totally never finished the 30 Day Challenge, but if you really know me that isn't a big surprise :)