This is one of my favorite quotes of all time. Seems good for a Friday!
Nothing is more practical than finding God, that is, than falling in love in a quite absolute, final way. What you are in love with, what seizes your imagination, will affect everything. It will decide what will get you out of bed in the morning, what you will do with your evenings, how you spend your weekends, what you read, who you know, what breaks your heart, and what amazes you with joy and gratitude.
Fall in love; stay in love, and it will decide everything.
--Pedro Arrupe, S.J.
Wishing everyone a great weekend! XO
Friday, July 22, 2011
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me: put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
--Philippians 4:6-9
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me: put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
--Philippians 4:6-9
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
A few things I am currently loving...
my favorite perfume--Lucky by Liz Clairborne
favorite new show--Criminal Minds reruns
LOVE messy braids and ponytails
favorite afternoon treat!
Happy Wednesday !
Today is going to be 100+ degrees and the humidity is beyond miserable. Wish I could be at the pool! xoxo, M
Monday, July 11, 2011
Lake weekend !!
This past weekend I went to the lake with my mom, her sisters, Lu and a few of my girl cousins. My Aunt B has a fantastic place right on the lake with a pool, swim dock, tons of tube-thingys, and a boat. We had so much fun--the outlets were to.die.for. I am not usually a huge outlet person, but we did a good job supporting the local economy! I got tons of new work clothes (hello, big girl job starting next week!) and some fun summer stuff too. Lu got a pair of skinny cargo pants, which is a trend I don't quite understand, but they are cute...ish.
THE BEST PART OF THE TRIP: I tried a new pasta recipe that I have been drooling over.
Disclaimer*: I have no clue where I found this...I think it was on someone else's blog? Anyway, it is delicious. Before you try it out, I have a few tips. They are at the very bottom.
Here it is:
Ingredients
2 (9-oz.) packages refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups baby heirloom tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
Salt and pepper
Preparation
1. Prepare tortellini according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, process olive oil and next 5 ingredients in a blender until smooth. Toss olive oil mixture with hot cooked tortellini, tomatoes, and next 3 ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
TIPS! (from a former Williams-Sonoma employee, I might add)
-I used frozen tortellini and canned corn. It was exactly taste-wise the same and much cheaper.
-The grocery stores at the lake are not super sophisticated, and they did not have fresh basil. Regular basil in a jar was fine.
-I added a bit extra olive oil (maybe 1/4 a cup) and an extra teaspoon of lemon juice. I ALWAYS add extra garlic and pepper.
-I don't love Worcestershire sauce and my little cousins probably wouldn't have either, so I skipped it.
-The dish is supposed to be served hot, but I made it on Saturday morning before our shopping trip and put it in the fridge for like 3 hours. When we got home, we ate it cold and I thought it was better than when it was hot. Just my opinion. My cousins heated it up and liked it better that way. I think it can be served hot or cold!
-I served it along with turkey sandwiches on dollar rolls with swiss and mustard. It was a good combination lunch! To make the pasta more of an entree, you could always add meat tortellini, serve it with a salad or add chicken.
Enjoy--I will be making this pasta again this weekend for a friend's BBQ!
xoxo Muff
THE BEST PART OF THE TRIP: I tried a new pasta recipe that I have been drooling over.
Disclaimer*: I have no clue where I found this...I think it was on someone else's blog? Anyway, it is delicious. Before you try it out, I have a few tips. They are at the very bottom.
Here it is:
Ingredients
2 (9-oz.) packages refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups baby heirloom tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
Salt and pepper
Preparation
1. Prepare tortellini according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, process olive oil and next 5 ingredients in a blender until smooth. Toss olive oil mixture with hot cooked tortellini, tomatoes, and next 3 ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
TIPS! (from a former Williams-Sonoma employee, I might add)
-I used frozen tortellini and canned corn. It was exactly taste-wise the same and much cheaper.
-The grocery stores at the lake are not super sophisticated, and they did not have fresh basil. Regular basil in a jar was fine.
-I added a bit extra olive oil (maybe 1/4 a cup) and an extra teaspoon of lemon juice. I ALWAYS add extra garlic and pepper.
-I don't love Worcestershire sauce and my little cousins probably wouldn't have either, so I skipped it.
-The dish is supposed to be served hot, but I made it on Saturday morning before our shopping trip and put it in the fridge for like 3 hours. When we got home, we ate it cold and I thought it was better than when it was hot. Just my opinion. My cousins heated it up and liked it better that way. I think it can be served hot or cold!
-I served it along with turkey sandwiches on dollar rolls with swiss and mustard. It was a good combination lunch! To make the pasta more of an entree, you could always add meat tortellini, serve it with a salad or add chicken.
Enjoy--I will be making this pasta again this weekend for a friend's BBQ!
xoxo Muff
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Tiney is getting married!
This Saturday is my best friend, Tinabells' wedding! I am beyond excited and so happy for her. TAE, her groom and soon-to-be hubby, is such a doll and I could not be more honored to share in the festivities! This is the first "adult" wedding I am in and I cannot wait! Please say a prayer for fabulous weather!
Much love, Muffy
Much love, Muffy
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Muffy, MSW!
I graduated on May 2oth with my Master's in Social Work! It was such a good day. I have two classes to take over the summer to be completely finished, but I walked a few weeks ago at graduation to appease my parents...and me, it turned out! It meant a lot to be hooded and have my whole family there. Afterward, we went to my favorite bar, where my mother snapped this picture of me with my siblings and Chels!
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