Can't Be Me

Catching grave robbers is no easy task when they happen to be twin 4 year old boys. We go to 3 different cemetery’s over Memorial Weekend. This is a great tradition Misty has started for her children. Sunday afternoon started out really well as we parked the cars and headed over with flowers. The girls [...]

Can’t Be Me self proclaimed Food Snob. I love to eat…Having said that I want all the calories that are plastered onto my hips to taste good. Don’t try to feed me a TV Dinner! I’ll share my recipes with FREE eRecipe Book  just because you are willing to follow my blog.

  I really need to start some kind of legislation that forbids parents to take our grandchildren out of the state. I’ll even go a little further and say it can’t be over 100 miles from us (grandparents). Not to much to ask is it? Since that isn’t possible we went to them.  Being Christmas [...]

  I can’t tell you how many homeless people I have seen and the thought always came to me “don’t they have any family and how did they get this way”? Now it is my 45-year-old brother. And yes he does have a family, three sisters and two brothers. Our mother passed away at the [...]

This is a question that I hear all the time. Do we spoil our children? Have we created the Entitlement Generation? Yes and Yes. Why would we ever want them to struggle even the slightest little bit? As children we had it sooooooooooo hard. I don’t know about you but my walk to school was [...]

So I get a motorcycle for my 50th birthday in June. I don’t know what’s wrong with me, most would be happy with a party in their honor. Just had to be different. First thing I do is start a class. That was a nightmare. I swear one of the ladies that taught the class [...]

As I looked through my recipes for a good Chicken Tortilla Soup, I found that I had about 5 of them. It is a standard rule that if you give 5 different people the same recipe, it will turn out 5 different ways. Never fails. So I took 5 different recipes, took the part I [...]

Today I honor my mother. She passed away over 9 years ago at just 64 years old. She raised 6 children. I was the oldest of those children. She worked hard to make sure we were taken care of physically, spiritually and morally. As I get older I’m even more impressed with what she did. [...]

  Thanksgiving just a few days away and pie is one of those things that will be on the menu. I come from a family that is all about homemade. I’m sure it started that way mostly out of necessity. There wasn’t money for a box mix or to buy pre-made. For me that has [...]

Just in time for Thanksgiving. Here is a must have for dinner. This is one of those recipes you will want to look at the recipe and do according to your own taste. Some like it sweet and some don’t. Remember a recipe is only a suggestion. I love doing the deep dish. This was [...]

I have been thinking of Jessie so much. It is his birthday today. Why do I worry about it being his birthday? I keep picturing him in his cell all alone. Knowing that no matter what he has done if my mother were alive she would go see him. It is a sad day when: 1. [...]

I never thought I would get to the point that I couldn’t see to put my make up on. Oh believe me I’ve tried. Let’s just say it is less than pretty. In fact down right scary.  Now you can really see why I need to get my permanent make up done again. My eyeliner [...]

I’m sure this is a mid-life thing because I don’t remember doing it when I was younger. And I have found out that I’m not the only one who does this. I’ll even go out of town for a week and first thing check all the obituaries while I was gone. Now that is sad. [...]

I love Dennis and can’t imagine life without him. But now having said that; he has OCD. For those of you that are not familiar with this it is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. For him it means he is really clean. Now when I say really clean let me emphasize CLEAN! I call him “My Little [...]

This one is short and sweet. I’m so smart I just have to share. While sitting in my office I noticed how dirty my windows were. I love looking out the windows. What I don’t love is when they are so dirty that even me without OCD get disgusted with the dirt. So here is [...]

Calories in Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Who cares? This is my favorite candy. There are just some things that are worth it. But just in case I was a little concerned I looked up what an “unbiased” web site would think. The Food Browser gave a nutrition grade. Along with a calorie count. 5 pieces = [...]

This is a recipe from my mother in law. One of my husbands favorites. Pecan Pie  Preheat oven 325°. Beat together: 3 eggs 1/3 tsp. salt 2/3 cup sugar ½ cup light corn syrup ½ cup dark corn syrup 1/3 cup melted butter Fold in: 1 cup pecan halves Put pecan mixture in unbaked 9” [...]

You either love or hate Rhubarb. I love this stuff. As a child we would go to grandma and grandpa’s garden. Get to that row of rhubarb, pick the best looking piece, sit there with a salt shaker and eat the whole thing. Better than that was when mom would make this into Rhubarb Pie [...]

This the all around favorite of the family. I found this recipe years ago and then set about tweaking it. The easy part of this is that I make from the microwave. Vanilla Cream Pie  3/4 cups sugar 1/3 cup flour 1/4 tsp. salt dry ingredients Stir these together in a large microwave safe bowl. [...]

Never Fail Pie Crust Click above on Never Fail Pie Crust to see first segment. SORRY THE STATION REMODELED THEIR BLOG AND I CAN’T FIND THE SEGMENT. On Dec. 22, 2011 I went on Fresh Living with hosts Debbie Worthen, Ron Bird and co-host Dave Gunderson from Z104. I was a nervous wreck for two [...]

I’ve done so many diets only to find out that when I’m done I really don’t like the food I’ve been eating and resort back to the “good old stuff”. Don’t get me wrong. There are lots of healthy food I really like. But eating low fat, low calorie and no carbs just doesn’t cut [...]

Fresh Living asked people to send in recipes that they use for Christmas. Great idea since I love to cook. First off I think about my mothers Never Fail Pie Crust Recipe. Immediately I start sending in my pie recipes. On my 4th recipe I found myself apologizing and saying “sorry I got carried away with the recipes. OPP’s”. [...]

Click here to open the gallery. I’m telling you what, we are hooked on cruises. It just seems to be a great way to see many beautiful places without changing hotel rooms. We have done them with and without grandchildren.So far we have taken all of our 12 grandchildren but 3. Still trying to talk [...]

I hate to complain buttttttttttttttt, when will these hot flashes ever be over? I have been going through this for at least 5 years. Pretty sad when I’m looking forward to running outside naked in freezing temperatures. You hear about these when in your youth and to be honest, didn’t really get it. One of [...]

Click on above picture for story Going around the house preparing for the Super Bowl Party last night I get a text from my sister that reads “Josh Powell just killed his kids and him”. At first I thought this was some kind of sick joke. My thoughts were that it was coming from his [...]

Will my journal be interesting in 100 years from now? I don’t know but I’m sure the journals I read from 100 years ago they may have thought the same thing. I read some of those things today. It is the little details of not just that they fixed dinner but what they fixed dinner [...]

Some people can be so rude. Like taking up two parking places. Have you noticed that it is usually at a place where it is hard to find a parking spot? So thinking people are rude for taking up 2 spots just what do you think I had on my mind when I see a [...]

I’m quite sure I could have Mexican food everyday. I don’t know what is in that stuff to make it so addictive. A few weeks ago I get home from church only to realize that I haven’t given dinner much thought. I started looking through recipes and found this one. Or should I say one [...]

18 Year Old Birthday Blues for Josh on his 18th Birthday Click on above title to see this one. It is great. Now this is my kind of grandma and grandpa. I’m not sure if Josh was really embarrassed but I’ll bet even if he is now, when he gets older he will watch this [...]

My mother made the best sugar cookies. Being Valentine’s Day is a great time for me to make these for my grandchildren. But then everyday and other holidays are always good to make these wonderful soft sugar cookies. Mom’s Soft Sugar Cookies 1 cup soft butter Start out with soften or room temperature butter. I [...]

Yes, I could really put on the look of health if you only looked at my morning meal. A protein shake. Now the protein shake needs certain things in order to satisfy me. Sunday morning I realized that there were no banana’s for my protein shake. This is one of the main ingredients At least [...]

Before we got married my husband said to me, “I have been told that I need to warn you before we get married that I’m clean”. Me: That’s all right. I don’t mind clean. Dennis: No I mean really clean. I like everything to be spotless. Me: Does that mean that you expect me to [...]

Yes have seen the Protein Shake I have in the mornings. I’m sure you remember how my friend Margaret saved me a few days ago by bringing me my bananas for this picture of health. Now let’s take this one step further……. So check this out! I’m somewhat on the cheap side. The only time [...]

I used to scrapbook tradition. You know with the paper, cute scissors, stickers, etc. I’m pretty sure I could never go back to that even though I have invested thousands of dollars in this. I do have grandchildren that will be able to use it so all is not a lose. As you see the [...]

Well you just assume everyone has common sense. At least you want them to. But maybe things I do could use a little common sense. This isn’t one of them though. I have picture and will explain. Well I gave it away by the title. You might not see it and I apologize for the [...]

I’m the one always taking pictures of everyone. When I get the chance to scrapbook pictures seem to be a very important Item. Almost every time I do there is someone that claims they don’t want a picture taken of them. Hair messed up No makeup They think they are too fat Zits or blemishes [...]

Here is one you can make ahead and do sooooooooo many things with. I love this and it is so easy. My daughter, Misty gave me this recipe. It has easily turned into one of my favorites. Pulled Pork I get a roast from Costco or Sam’s Club. Cut it in half and it fits [...]

I love a sweet/hot food. I don’t know what it is about it but it just hits the taste buds. This is one that is quick and easy. Especially if you have made ahead my pulled pork recipe. Shredded Sweet Pork Calzone Spread out pizza dough on cookie sheet. Mix together is separate bowl sweet [...]

They have what they call the St. George Parade of Homes. Not only do I go but I drag Dennis with me. He claims that he hates it. It is only an act though. Dennis yellow shirt see I didn’t hurt him He is always the last one out of each home because he lingers and [...]

  No More Help With Midlife From Now On It Will Be Can’t Be Me. Just Like It Was Supposed To Be. This is the last time it changes. Here is the story behind it. I hired a company to help me with my blog. In trying to get it self hosted this company claimed [...]

I love guacamole and maybe I should take the word “Easy” off this recipe. Especially when there is a finger to sacrifice. Dicing the avocado’s, the knife slipped. Need I say more? I’ll give you exhibit A I refused to think it would need anything more than a band aide. I might have been a [...]

This is my life today. Part of the problem is that I hate paying taxes. Don’t get me wrong I know there are legitimate things in the government that I should pay for. What I don’t like paying for is all the wasted government things. I could list them all but it would take up [...]

I’m posting this recipe because I know my friend Lesa is making my Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies. You almost need the frosting recipe too. Lesa you need to let me know how good they turn out. Can’t wait to hear. So many things you can use this Creamy Chocolate Frosting like lots of cakes and cookies. I’ll [...]

Now it is time to give one of those safety tips. Might be a little late for me. Tip #1. When using sharp knifes always make sure they’re not aiming at any body part! Here is an update from the other day. I went to the surgeon today. My intentions were to find out what [...]

Click here to open the gallery. The years have gone by so quickly. I remember when our children were children. Hard to believe that not only have our children grown but that we have grandchildren. As we raise them we never stop to think that one day when they get married and have a family [...]

So Here is the update on my cut finger. This is the small bag I was using to protect my finger.  Wait until you see the new one. Wednesday I went in to have surgery on it because the doc said I cut the nerve and he was pretty sure the tendon. As we all [...]

I’m getting pretty excited about this little project I’ve been working on for you. What is this gong to cost you. NOTHING! Better than that you don’t have to look at anything to buy to get this either. Does it get any better than that? Forgive these pictures, remember I’m working with one good hand [...]

Around the family, friends and town this bread is famous. My mother and step-dad loved to cook and bake. We as devoted children only wanted to make that job easier for them. For Christmas one year we got them a Bread Maker. You know the one that mixes and bakes all in the same machine. [...]

In Wal Mart yesterday and you just can’t help but notice when a guy starts scratching his crotch! It isn’t like they even try to hide it. Almost like they’re saying “Hey Look At Me, I’m Pretty Proud Of This”. I don’t care where I’m at you see it so many times in a day [...]

I love biscuits and sausage gravy. This is one of those recipes that goes right into comfort food. I don’ t alter recipes to be fat free or calorie reduced. If you haven’t noticed since they have started this fat free and reduced or low calorie craze there are not lots of skinny people running [...]

What can I say? It’s the weekend. Biscuits and Sausage Gravy or as some would say, Milk Gravy will be my breakfast. Throw out the fat free milk and make this one with Real Butter and Whole Milk. Maybe I better just say I’m sorry because this won’t have exact amounts but you will be [...]

It was time to get away in St. George, Utah again. I love to go here especially when it’s cold in Salt Lake. I’m a big fan of City Deals, Groupons, etc. While on City Deals I encountered one that looked pretty good. I figured if I can get a $20.00 gift certificate for $10.00. I [...]

Here’s one of those salads that I have about once a week. An inspiration from several of my favorite Mexican places. Sweet Pork Salad Start out with Sweet Shredded Pork. This I usually have to pull out of the freezer, thaw out and warm. This is so easy when you already have the pork cooked. 1 [...]

Really who doesn’t like Mexican Food? I think I could have it everyday of my life and not get sick of it. My sister Bev told me she came up with a good dip. So as with most recipes I asked her what she did and then kind of went off from that. This is [...]

Click here to open the gallery. Make sure you see the slide show with her new Car Lashes I wasn’t looking for a new car when I got Dolly. I’m not trying to sound spoiled. When your husband says he wants to buy you a new car you should just be jumping up and down with [...]

I have finally had to put all post on hold until I get this recipe book done. Here’s the problem. It would be so easy except for the fact that I promised all of you pictures with step by step instructions. It seems that there isn’t a program that lets me do this the way [...]

I have those times that Mom is really on my mind. For the last few weeks especially I have really miss my mother. Mom passed away almost 10 years ago. Sometimes I’m surprised at what makes me think about her and then at other times it makes sense that I would. For the last few [...]

I have watched a single mother and her 6 children go through some horrible things for about 20 years now. Crimes so horrible that in order to protect them, I wouldn’t be able to give names at this time. Finally, the person causing all this affliction is serving a prison sentence. Hopefully for the rest [...]

As I looked out the window this morning I just wanted to cry with all the rain outside. You see, I’m pretty much a fair weather girl. My hopes got a little higher as I watched the weather report that claims we are going to be in 80 degree temperatures by Saturday. Well let’s just [...]

Now as we all know my husband just loves the BUDGET. Especially when it pertains to me. At least that’s what I tell him. In fact the big joke around our house comes from conversations like this: Dennis: “We” need to go on a budget. “We” should have more money in savings. It doesn’t matter [...]

The Mormon Faith has come up a lot for the next Presidential Election. To tell the truth I’m a little surprised. I thought there were enough of us now that everyone would know we are not strange creatures that walk around with horns on our heads. I’m from the Mormon Faith at least as most [...]

So how many of you remember video by some of the best grandparents in the world that sang Happy 18th Birthday Josh. This video went viral with over 4 million viewers. Well guess what I have met this wonderful woman on facebook. Just messaging with her on facebook has let me know I want to make [...]

How many of you have fond memories of picking asparagus along the ditch banks? Here’s the thing. When I was younger I didn’t even like asparagus. What I did like was going with my mom. She always made this fun. Kind of like an adventure and so exciting when we would find the young springs [...]

Now isn’t this an interesting question? How many of you have really thought about is organic healthy?   Is Organic Healthy? I’m going to be honest with you. Not totally sold on this. I have a few issues on it. I have a few issues with many of the environmental issues. I’ve been around a [...]

I know painting with kids is probably not the smartest thing I could have done. But sometimes there is just no other option. Besides, at some point they will need to know how to go about do a DYI. Okay 3 year old twins might be a little young… I knew I was in trouble [...]

So here is the story I told you I’d give about Dennis and my mother’s China Hutch from the post Painting with Kids Day 1. As a reminder, my husband, Dennis is OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder). He just can’t handle anything old in the house. Even it is was fixed up and looked like new. Now [...]

For a quick recap on the previous day. We cleaned and took hardware off all while having twin 3 years old’s and a 7 year old “helping”. Misty wanted to paint rather than stain. This makes the job so much easier because now all we had to do was apply the primer. I used the [...]

I just love the Steak Salad w/Blue Cheese Vinaigrette at Outback. I was really disappointed when I went the last time and they no longer had it on the menu. They did offer to make it even though it wasn’t on the menu but I just have to wonder how long before the cooks don’t [...]

I am forever trying to come up with new things for Sunday Dinner. Growing up the was “the meal” of the week. We’d go to church and then come home to a delicious meal that Mom would prepare. I had picked up some chicken breast on a wonderful sale. While in Costco I noticed they [...]

Give it up! How many are addicts of Pinterest? I love the Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup at Cafe Zupas. My daughter sent me a recipe for the Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup from a blog that she follows Utah Deal Diva. As it used to be I would either have to print this out or somehow try to remember through [...]

When I say “This is not Good” , you’re not going to relate that to twins being quiet. Of course not. I mean is there ever quiet with twins? Especially twin boys? Yes, but it usually means. “This is not good”! Can anyone tell me what is wrong with this picture? Let me give you [...]

BUT IT IS… What would Disneyland be without grandkids? Can you think of a better way to see the happiest place on earth? Going with Darrell, Misty and the kids proved to be so much fun. We have been here with most of our grandkids. The worst part of it is when they are so [...]

BUT IT IS… I guess cruise and snorkel just go together. We seem to be able to find a place to snorkel just about every time we go on a cruise. Dennis wants to try scuba diving but I just don’t think I can do that. It took me long enough to want to snorkel. [...]

BUT IT IS… Funny how life changes. When I was in school one of the last things I wanted to study was history. Now I just can’t get enough of it. Almost anything to do with history fascinates me. I get consumed in how people used to live. Now this is one of those times [...]