Today I did some more spring cleaning. I love the feeling of optimum organization. Although my cupboards are usually pretty organized, I went through all of them (again) and made sure they were nice and tidy. Next I plan to attack the family room with a vengeance.

My husband leaves for New Orleans tomorrow and will be gone over Valentine's Day. Last night he surprised me with a gift! Now, you have to know my husband; he is not of the mushy nature. One year for Valentine's, while we were attending college, he gave me a small box and a chocolate candy bar. I was so excited about the small box. What could it be? A bracelet? Earrings? I anxiously opened the box and was surprised to find my own copy of Word Perfect Software. I do have to say that I used that gift frequently during those years of college and it was what he thought I really needed! (he was right)

This year a small package arrived via UPS and Todd said that I could open it because it was 'for me.' I was bewildered because I hadn't mentioned that I wanted anything. I cautiously opened the package to find a technical device (shocker!) that looked like an MP3 player. (not something I really cared to own) Todd informed me that it is a hand-held video camera. At first I was like, um, what do I do with that? But then I realized that I will be able to add videos easily to my blog! So, now I am excited about that and I can carry it in my purse to capture all those moments that you wish you had a video camera for...... stay tuned for the coming videos!!! Thank you Nerd!

More Spring cleaning! I tackled my Laundry Room today, Yikes! One more thing to check off my list of To Do's. (Of course, this room needs an overhaul on a regular basis since my dogs' kennels are kept in there)

Today I took advantage of clearance sales at Target! Yeah me! 50% off! So I picked up a new table, chairs, and bench. Now that is Saving Green!

This spring-like weather has inspired me to do a little spring cleaning. I usually mop my oak floors three or four times a year (and spot clean in-between). The guy that installed the floor told me to only do it 2 times or less a year but I can't get by on that. Sweeping only gets you so far.... I am glad to only do it 4 times a year because it is such a huge job. Moving all the furniture and rugs, sweeping, and mopping takes over half of my day. (three rooms, entry and hallway) But, it looks and smells so nice for a day at least!

I have been experimenting with the recipes from the Biggest Loser Family Cookbook and came up with my own variation of a healthy version of a taco/nacho meal. It is kind of fondue style since you just put the pan in the middle of the table and give everyone a spoon to serve the mixture into their 'scoops' tortilla chips. My family loved it and it was so fun! The pictured mixture is missing the black beans, only because I didn't have any on hand but they are a must because they add so many vital nutrients!