Oh how I love these boys....

I asked for an updated photo of the boys....this is what Ashley sent me.   Dylan, on the left, is 17 and Colton, on the right, is 15. 

Storms...

It currently looks like about 8pm outside....darkness and rain.  And LOUD thunder and a little lightening.  And lights flickering.  Ahhhh, spring in Texas.  Least all the roofers are not out with their cards and flyers today! 

Be safe out there...

XOXO,
PK

Update on Ashley.....

Many have asked how my sweet girl Ashley is doing....  This picture says it all.  It's from a year or so ago, but that smile is still in place.  Greg is so good to her and she's happy.  They have a GIANT house in Allen and love it.  Spend time in the mud every chance they get and chase Dylan and Colton around.    It's been a tough year for this girl, as she said goodbye to her Mom in January, but as always, she's getting thru it.  She's had more than her share of tragedy over the years.  Love her move than I can ever express and so happy to be part of her life.    XOXO, Mom 2

One more for today...

Update on my weight loss journey....  Although I kick the scales often, you really can see that I've dropped a pound or two, or 80...  :-)  This is December 2014 on the left (surgery was January 2015), middle was sometime in mid 2015 (before my hospital stay) and the black and white stripped shirt is from this past Friday night.  Still a ways to go, but never going back to where I was.  Sorry, I get smaller, but the photo gets larger....  :-)

XOXO,
PK

It's been a YEAR!

Good grief....it's been a YEAR since I posted.  I'll get back to this, I promise!  Would love to see Jeannine, Megan and others start blogging again. 

Spent the weekend in Tulsa at a SeneGence Seminar and had a great time.  Met lots of new friends!   And I've never seen so much cheetah print and blue clothing in one room.  7,500+ attendees strong...  Already planning next years trip! 

Lucy is my Crown Princess (rank) and such a sweet girl.  She left the DFW Metroplex to live out her dream in Nashville, Tennessee...  Such a beautiful voice.    She's on spotify!  And this is her web site....   http://www.lucyscholl.com  Someday I'll get to say "I met her when...."  XOXO my beautiful friend! 

I fly out Monday for Nashville....  We are having a Loan Processor Summit.    Fly back on Friday the 11th.  Can't wait to meet all the Processors that I communicate with often!    Maybe.I.can.see.Lucy!

I've also found a new passion.....  Kickboxing!  Above is a picture of the facility that I go too.  It's literally as the end of our neighborhood.  Burpees, Round houses, V-Ups, bicycle, mountain climbers,  planks, jogging, squats, you name it, we do it.  And I LOVE IT!!!!!! 

Time to go watch a little tv with the Mr.  XOXO to all!

PK

Family Reunion TIme!

Tomorrow is the Fenter Reunion in Point....  This means it's time to bust out a great recipe, because all those ladies who will be attending are awesome cooks!  I am taking deviled eggs, strawberry shortcake  and potato salad.  Not just ANY potato salad....  I'm trying this recipe:

Potato Bacon and Corn Salad

2 lbs small red potatoes (do not peel or cut)
Kosher salt
Pepper
6 slices of bacon (fry or bake and chop into small pieces)
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 ear sweet corn (cut kernels off the cob)
1/2 small red onion (cut into think strips)
2 cups baby arugula
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Boil potatoes, bring to a rapid boil.  Add 2 tsp Kosher salt, reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until knife does thru easily.   Drain, rinse with cold water and slice in half or quarters depending on size.  Set aside

In a large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, mustard and 1/4 tsp each of salt and pepper.  Add potatoes to this mixture and toss.

Just before serving, toss in bacon, corn, arugula and parsley.  Enjoy!

I think it sounds awesome and will be something different to add to the dinner, which is sure to be great.  I'll let you know how it turns out.

Happy Friday all,
XOXO,
PK

Heartwarming...

It is very heartwarming to see Emory band together as a community to dig out of the rubble from the recent tornado.  Was sad to hear that the guy who was killed in the truck that the tornado picked up and tossed like a hot wheel was from Emory.  A tornado hits the town he is from, he is in Canton and is killed there.  Such a sad story.  The former military guy that was with him as he took his last breath was so sad on the news. Brought tears to my eyes.  Although I've not lived there for many many years, Emory still holds a special place in my heart.  Let's hope that tonight's possible storms spare the area.  They do not need anymore rain or bad weather.

Sorry to be so quick....tired tonight!

XOXO,
PK

P.S.  Check out mirrormirroronthewallfenter.blogspot.com for my famous Banana Pudding Recipe.