I have sooo much blogging to catch up on and the truth is....that will probably never happen. But I do not want to quit blogging completely so I'll give you guys (my 4-5 readers, hee hee!) a quick update.
I blogged not too long ago about the hubby quitting his job so that he could concentrate on school his last two semesters. Well....that didn't exactly happen. He was about 3 days out from his last day of work when he was offered a promotion. He decided to take the promotion, so he is now Detective-Sergeant Phillips! His hours have changed to a modified day-shift so he is able to work, leave for school, then come back and finish his workday. It has been SO NICE having him home every night. And he has been so much happier now that he gets a full night of sleep. The only bad thing is that he actually has less time for school work now because his workload has increased dramatically. But....as usual, he has been able to get it all done and has been making good grades. That man never ceases to amaze me! I could not be more proud of him for stepping up to this challenge!
We had a great Thanksgiving followed by an even greater win against OSU!! And the SOONERS are going to play in the Big XII championship this weekend! My parents, sister, brother-in-law and a couple of friends are all going down to Dallas for the game. Hubby has a 15 page paper due Tuesday so we decided to stay home and watch the game. Aren't I the sweetest wife to give up watching the game live in the new Dallas Cowboys stadium??
Well that's all I have time for today, but I do want to leave you with a couple of my favorite Holiday recipes! Not only are they delicious but they happen to be very easy!
Cranberry Salad
What You'll Need
1 small can crushed pineapple
1 small box black cherry jell-o
1 orange
1 apple
1 cup sugar
1 bag chopped pecans
1 bag cranberries
What You'll Do
Chop apples, orange and cranberries very finely. Add pineapple with juice. Pour sugar over fruit and let sit for 1 hour. Strain juice, reserving 1 cup. Boil 1 cup of water with 1 cup of strained juice. Add jell-o and stir until dissolved. Pour over fruit and stir in pecans. Refrigerate over night.
Caramel Pie
What You'll Need
2 cans sweetened condensed milk
1 graham cracker crust
1 tub of cool whip, thawed
What You'll Do
Remove labels from cans of sweetened condensed milk and place cans in stock pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Boil cans for 4 hrs, adding water periodically to make sure cans are covered. Carefully open cans and pour into graham cracker crust. Refrigerate over night. Top with cool whip before serving.
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December 1, 2010
October 8, 2010
OU/TX
I know I'm a little late as usual, but I wanted to share some pictures from last weekend when we crossed the Red River for the OU/TX game.
Josh had to stay behind for some work and school stuff so Rocky and I rode down to Dallas with my parents on Thursday then Josh met up with us Friday night. Rocky did so good in the truck. He loves getting in the car and going places. He tries to get in the car any chance he gets, so I knew he would be good.
We stayed with my sister and brother-in-law on Thursday night and celebrated my sister's birthday. I can't believe my little sister is 25! She is all grown up and married and I am just so proud of her!
Friday us girls went shopping while my dad, Billy, and the dogs went mountain biking and hiking.
Then we checked into our hotel and got ready for the night. This was Rocky and Brinkley's first time to stay in a hotel. It was so cute to watch them run around checking things out. They even jumped on the bed like typical kids.
Of course Rocky and Brinkley had to represent their team too!
Some of our friends stayed at the same hotel, so we all met up for some tailgating and then went to dinner.
We headed out Saturday morning for the Texas State Fair. It was sooo crowded with people decked out in their crimson and burnt orange. None of our family had tickets to the game. We just went in the fair for the festivities and watched the game on one of the big screens they had set up. And, I'm sure you've heard by now but......THE SOONERS WON!!!
We came back to the hotel after the game to celebrate the victory with some more tailgating!
We left bright and early Sunday morning. We had to get back to Oklahoma for a VERY important birthday!
Our sweet niece turned 10! That's right, the big one oh!!
The first birthday party I went to of hers, she was just turning 6! My how time flies!
Well, that's it my friends! We had such a great time with our family and friends as usual. But after we got back, we had some big decisions to make. After lots of thought and prayer, we decided that Josh should resign from his job. He is in his final two semesters of school and working 40+ hours while going to school full-time has just become too much to handle. I know if he really needed to, he could have kept doing it. But the fact is, he doesn't need to. We have figured out a way for him to quit and concentrate more on his schoolwork and that is what will make us most happy right now, so that is what we are doing. He already has a part-time job at a golf course (in fact he is working there all weekend), so things are looking good!
Other than that, we've just been hanging around the house getting some things done. I have the house all decorated for fall. I'm just loving sitting in the house with the windows open, my maple butter scentsy burning and enjoying my fall decor! I'll do a post of some pics of the fall decor soon. In the meantime....take care ya'll!
Josh had to stay behind for some work and school stuff so Rocky and I rode down to Dallas with my parents on Thursday then Josh met up with us Friday night. Rocky did so good in the truck. He loves getting in the car and going places. He tries to get in the car any chance he gets, so I knew he would be good.
We stayed with my sister and brother-in-law on Thursday night and celebrated my sister's birthday. I can't believe my little sister is 25! She is all grown up and married and I am just so proud of her!
Friday us girls went shopping while my dad, Billy, and the dogs went mountain biking and hiking.
Then we checked into our hotel and got ready for the night. This was Rocky and Brinkley's first time to stay in a hotel. It was so cute to watch them run around checking things out. They even jumped on the bed like typical kids.
Of course Rocky and Brinkley had to represent their team too!
Some of our friends stayed at the same hotel, so we all met up for some tailgating and then went to dinner.
We headed out Saturday morning for the Texas State Fair. It was sooo crowded with people decked out in their crimson and burnt orange. None of our family had tickets to the game. We just went in the fair for the festivities and watched the game on one of the big screens they had set up. And, I'm sure you've heard by now but......THE SOONERS WON!!!We came back to the hotel after the game to celebrate the victory with some more tailgating!
We left bright and early Sunday morning. We had to get back to Oklahoma for a VERY important birthday!
Our sweet niece turned 10! That's right, the big one oh!!
The first birthday party I went to of hers, she was just turning 6! My how time flies!
Well, that's it my friends! We had such a great time with our family and friends as usual. But after we got back, we had some big decisions to make. After lots of thought and prayer, we decided that Josh should resign from his job. He is in his final two semesters of school and working 40+ hours while going to school full-time has just become too much to handle. I know if he really needed to, he could have kept doing it. But the fact is, he doesn't need to. We have figured out a way for him to quit and concentrate more on his schoolwork and that is what will make us most happy right now, so that is what we are doing. He already has a part-time job at a golf course (in fact he is working there all weekend), so things are looking good!
Other than that, we've just been hanging around the house getting some things done. I have the house all decorated for fall. I'm just loving sitting in the house with the windows open, my maple butter scentsy burning and enjoying my fall decor! I'll do a post of some pics of the fall decor soon. In the meantime....take care ya'll!
September 6, 2010
Weekend Wrap-Up
Our weekend started out with Rocky's first sleepover! Lesha and Billy came to stay with us Friday night and brought their little love Brinkley. Brinkley's and Rocky's personalities could not be more different. Rocky is super laid back and loves nothing more than sitting in someone's lap. Brinkley on the other hand is full of life, and LOVES to run and play. They usually play pretty good together, Rocky just gets tired a little faster than Brinkley.
We've been thinking really hard lately about getting Rocky a baby brother/sister. So, this weekend was a good test run.....and the verdict is- no new puppy! It was hard to feed them at the same time. The barking was a little out of hand...one would bark and then the other, it was like they each wanted to have the last bark. Ha! And...Rocky did not handle his momma giving attention to another dog very well. Rocky spent a lot of time on the rug by the front door pouting while I played with Brinkley. It made me so sad to see him so upset. I have one VERY SPOILED dog on my hands...but that's okay cause that's how I like it.
I think Rocky had fun for the most part though! I just don't think he wants it to be permanent. Ha ha! (please ignore the hair issues and no make-up, I had just gotten home from a run)
Saturday we kicked football season off in Norman at the OU vs. Utah State game! We met up with my friend Shawna and her bf Shane for some tailgaiting before the game!
We had a blast and the Sooners got their 800th win!! This is the view from our seats this year.
I'm tellin ya.....it doesn't get much better than this. I LOVE SOONER FOOTBALL!!
We've been thinking really hard lately about getting Rocky a baby brother/sister. So, this weekend was a good test run.....and the verdict is- no new puppy! It was hard to feed them at the same time. The barking was a little out of hand...one would bark and then the other, it was like they each wanted to have the last bark. Ha! And...Rocky did not handle his momma giving attention to another dog very well. Rocky spent a lot of time on the rug by the front door pouting while I played with Brinkley. It made me so sad to see him so upset. I have one VERY SPOILED dog on my hands...but that's okay cause that's how I like it.
I think Rocky had fun for the most part though! I just don't think he wants it to be permanent. Ha ha! (please ignore the hair issues and no make-up, I had just gotten home from a run)
Aren't these two little sweeties cute?!
Saturday we kicked football season off in Norman at the OU vs. Utah State game! We met up with my friend Shawna and her bf Shane for some tailgaiting before the game!
We had a blast and the Sooners got their 800th win!! This is the view from our seats this year.
I'm tellin ya.....it doesn't get much better than this. I LOVE SOONER FOOTBALL!!
August 15, 2010
Back In Time
This weekend was one of the best we've had in a long time. It was relaxing but not boring....just the right amount of things to do. We started the weekend a little early and went out with a couple of friends Thursday night. We met one of Josh's co-workers, Justin and his fiance Shalon for a night out. This was the first time for us to hang out with the two of them, and I have to say.....I see a long friendship ahead! We were having so much fun that we didn't get home until early Friday morning! Ha ha....haven't done that in FOREVER! I was a trooper though - I made it to work the next day!
We spent Friday night at home with take-out Chinese and a movie - Dear John. I had already seen it in the theater but Josh hadn't seen it yet and it was definitely worth watching again! I am in love with Channing Tatum!! His character, John, reminds me soooo much of my Josh!
Josh went and worked a few hours at the Winter Creek Golf & Country Club Saturday morning and I went on a jog. After I got through running, I walked down to the Farmers Market to look around. They had lots of good looking veggies....I'll have to remember to bring my wallet next time! When Josh got home from the golf course, he made us some PB & J's for lunch and we headed to Norman to get groceries....at least that was the plan! We ended up getting side tracked at Mathis Brothers Furniture and went home with a new coffee table, end table and sofa table! They are just beautiful - I'll have to post some pics soon. After leaving the furniture store, we decided to stop by Cheddars for some appetizers and adult beverages! By the time we got done there, we decided to skip the grocery shopping completely, which was the only thing we had actually planned on doing that day. Ha ha, I love random days like that though!
We had planned on going to a new church for a second visit this morning but we ended up getting a slow start. We promised ourselves that we will be going back next weekend though. I think we may have finally found our church home but it will take a few more visits to be sure. Josh ended up playing golf this afternoon and I met my mom, dad, Me-Me, Grandma and Cathy (also ended up running into Jennifer & Patrick) in Chickasha to see the Chickasha Community Theater's production of Once Upon A Mattress. It was really neat because this was the first time for the community theater to perform in the old Washita Theater since they refurbished it! I have so many memories of going to see movies in this theater when I was in Jr. High. Lots of my girlfriends had their first dates and maybe even first kisses in this theater (I was a late bloomer and way too shy for boys! hee hee!). The play was really good and the theater looked awesome!
The rest of the evening was spent finishing up laundry and cooking a HUGE supper. We had chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn on the cob, rolls and iced sweet tea! What better way to end the weekend?! Too bad Josh has to start his work week tonight...the weekends are just never long enough, right?
We spent Friday night at home with take-out Chinese and a movie - Dear John. I had already seen it in the theater but Josh hadn't seen it yet and it was definitely worth watching again! I am in love with Channing Tatum!! His character, John, reminds me soooo much of my Josh!
Josh went and worked a few hours at the Winter Creek Golf & Country Club Saturday morning and I went on a jog. After I got through running, I walked down to the Farmers Market to look around. They had lots of good looking veggies....I'll have to remember to bring my wallet next time! When Josh got home from the golf course, he made us some PB & J's for lunch and we headed to Norman to get groceries....at least that was the plan! We ended up getting side tracked at Mathis Brothers Furniture and went home with a new coffee table, end table and sofa table! They are just beautiful - I'll have to post some pics soon. After leaving the furniture store, we decided to stop by Cheddars for some appetizers and adult beverages! By the time we got done there, we decided to skip the grocery shopping completely, which was the only thing we had actually planned on doing that day. Ha ha, I love random days like that though!
We had planned on going to a new church for a second visit this morning but we ended up getting a slow start. We promised ourselves that we will be going back next weekend though. I think we may have finally found our church home but it will take a few more visits to be sure. Josh ended up playing golf this afternoon and I met my mom, dad, Me-Me, Grandma and Cathy (also ended up running into Jennifer & Patrick) in Chickasha to see the Chickasha Community Theater's production of Once Upon A Mattress. It was really neat because this was the first time for the community theater to perform in the old Washita Theater since they refurbished it! I have so many memories of going to see movies in this theater when I was in Jr. High. Lots of my girlfriends had their first dates and maybe even first kisses in this theater (I was a late bloomer and way too shy for boys! hee hee!). The play was really good and the theater looked awesome!
The rest of the evening was spent finishing up laundry and cooking a HUGE supper. We had chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn on the cob, rolls and iced sweet tea! What better way to end the weekend?! Too bad Josh has to start his work week tonight...the weekends are just never long enough, right?
August 14, 2010
Keeping Me Young
So this post is a little late but....better late than never right? Last weekend, we had our niece Allison over for a sleepover and then took her to White Water!
We started the night off right, with a movie and popcorn!
We watched Diary of a Wimpy Kid. It was really a funny movie! This little boy is a really good little actor too.
We woke up bright and early the next morning and Uncle Josh went and got us some doughnuts! Then we were off to White Water! Allison is a little dare devil.....I swear nothing scares that girl! As soon as we got there, the first thing she wanted to do was The Mega Wedgie!
I think her favorite part was the Wave Pool. We spent HOURS in that thing!
I think we had 13 kids in our group.....10 boys and 3 girls! Whewwww! My Aunt reserved one of the private cabanas. It was so nice to have our own little area and not have to worry about our chairs being taken.
We did lunch brown bag style.....we had sandwiches, chips, fruit and lots of water! When you've been swimming in the heat, it's easy to build up a pretty big appetite that's for sure, haha! This is my sweet cousin, Ethan. He and Allison buddied up and had a lot of fun together!
After we left the park we had to swing by Orange Leaf for some yummy frozen yogurt before taking Miss Allison back home. She had never been there before. By the size of her yogurt and the look on her face when she was eating it....I think she's a FAN!. We had SUCH a good time! I love Allison to death and always enjoy spending time with her. Plus, she helps keep Josh and I young!
We started the night off right, with a movie and popcorn!
We watched Diary of a Wimpy Kid. It was really a funny movie! This little boy is a really good little actor too.
We woke up bright and early the next morning and Uncle Josh went and got us some doughnuts! Then we were off to White Water! Allison is a little dare devil.....I swear nothing scares that girl! As soon as we got there, the first thing she wanted to do was The Mega Wedgie!
I think her favorite part was the Wave Pool. We spent HOURS in that thing!
I think we had 13 kids in our group.....10 boys and 3 girls! Whewwww! My Aunt reserved one of the private cabanas. It was so nice to have our own little area and not have to worry about our chairs being taken.
We did lunch brown bag style.....we had sandwiches, chips, fruit and lots of water! When you've been swimming in the heat, it's easy to build up a pretty big appetite that's for sure, haha! This is my sweet cousin, Ethan. He and Allison buddied up and had a lot of fun together!
After we left the park we had to swing by Orange Leaf for some yummy frozen yogurt before taking Miss Allison back home. She had never been there before. By the size of her yogurt and the look on her face when she was eating it....I think she's a FAN!. We had SUCH a good time! I love Allison to death and always enjoy spending time with her. Plus, she helps keep Josh and I young!
August 1, 2010
Normalcy
This week Josh worked a day-shift schedule so that he could go to some training. It was soooo nice having having him home when I got off work each day! I got a glimpse of what our life would be like if he had a normal 9-5 job. It was so great! We ate dinner together each night and watched some movies. He goes back to his regular schedule tonight and I am NOT looking forward to it. I got used to going to bed with him each night and waking up with him beside me in the mornings.
This week is the last week of his summer semester and then he only has 2 more semesters left before he graduates! I can't wait for that day to come. Maybe then he'll have an opportunity to work better hours. And maybe then we can think about starting a family of our own!
This week is the last week of his summer semester and then he only has 2 more semesters left before he graduates! I can't wait for that day to come. Maybe then he'll have an opportunity to work better hours. And maybe then we can think about starting a family of our own!
July 3, 2010
Independence
This Independence Day weekend, the Vietnam Memorial Wall was in Norman. Josh and I stopped by on our way to dinner Friday night. It was very emotional.....I don't really have a lot of words to describe it so I thought I'd just share some pictures.
Just two years ago Josh was in Iraq. I was reminded on Friday just how lucky I am to have him home safe with me.
Please continue prayers for soldiers over seas, for families who are separated, for generations of families who have loved ones lost to war, and most of all for our COUNTRY.Shower Time!
I had the pleasure of helping host a shower for my brother-in-law (Patrick) and future sister-in-law/best friend (Jennifer) recently! I don't know about you guys, but I LOVE showers!
She got so many great gifts!
Jennifer and I are both lucky to be part of the Phillips family.
They are awesome!
Jennifer and Patrick make such a great couple!
I can't wait to see what God has in store for these two!
I think the food table turned out great!
One of the hostess has recently gone into the cake making business. She did such a great job on the cake.....I mean, how cute is this cake?!
Bride with her hostess.
One of the hostess has recently gone into the cake making business. She did such a great job on the cake.....I mean, how cute is this cake?!
Bride with her hostess.
She got so many great gifts!
Jennifer and I are both lucky to be part of the Phillips family.
They are awesome!
Jennifer and Patrick make such a great couple!
I can't wait to see what God has in store for these two!
Josh's mom (Patti), sister (Lindsey) and niece (Allison) came into town for the shower. It was so great to be able to spend some time with them. We had a cookout at our house and Josh's grandpa (Jim) and his wife Helen joined us! We had such a great time eating some yummy food, visiting and playing with Allison.
Patti Ann
Grandpa Jim
My handsome hubby
Card playin'!
And...we even snuck in some shopping with Allison!
I really hope I have a daughter one day to shop with....so MUCH FUN!
Grandpa Jim
My handsome hubby
Card playin'!
And...we even snuck in some shopping with Allison!I really hope I have a daughter one day to shop with....so MUCH FUN!
July 1, 2010
3 Years!
Yesterday marked 3 years since Josh and I got married. I really can't believe it's been that long. Most days I feel like we are still newlyweds. But, we have definitely learned a lot about each other over the past 3 years. People change and I just pray that we continue to grow together and support one another. So far, we have done just that!
Josh,
You are my everything. You are the one to pick me up when I am down, the one to calm me down when I am too excited, the one to hold my hand when I am scared, the one to make me laugh when I am sad. You are there for me in good times, and bad. You are one of the few constant things I can count on in this crazy world we live in and it makes me SO HAPPY to know that I will be able to count on you FOREVER. You are such a genuine person, it shows in everything that you do. Words can't express how much I admire you and how proud I am of you. You have been everything I need in a husband and a friend, but you don't stop there. You always strive for more. I can honestly say that being your wife has made me a better person. You have changed my life in a way that I can not even explain. Thank you for being you and loving me the way only you know how!
Love Always,
Chelsea
On another note.....yesterday also marked the end of an era. We said goodbye to 'ole red. Josh and I have been through a lot with this truck. It was really kind of sad to let it go. It is kind of funny to think about getting attached to a truck, but we had so many great memories in this truck that it is understandable I guess. We did replace it with a beautiful new shiny white truck though, and I look forward to making many new memories in it!
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