I often find that chicken in the crock pot can become too dry, but was quite pleased with the texture and flavor of this dish.  I used chicken thighs because they have more fat than chicken breasts in an effort to achieve moist and flavorful meat.  We really enjoyed this meal which is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients:  
1 1/2 to 2 lbs. Boneless skinless chicken thighs* 
16 oz. bottle Italian dressing (whatever variety you prefer)
8 oz. sour cream

Put chicken in the slow cooker, pour dressing over.  Cook on high for 4-6 hours.  During the last hour, stir in the sour cream.  Serve over your favorite pasta, pouring extra sauce over the noodles.  

*I use frozen chicken thighs and they cook up nicely in the crock pot.  

I read a very good post today at Clover Lane about technology and kids and rules that work for her family regarding technology.  Sarah is a mother of six children from one year old to 19 years old and speaks from experience.  I always love reading her parenting advice.  She resonates old fashioned values and lots of love.  Enjoy the article.    

There are some good deals at Target this week, plus huge savings off Easter merchandise.  

Buy a big 12 pack of Charmin and get a free 3 or 4 pack of Puffs (3 pack is 600 tissues - the big boxes).  Charmin was $12.99 minus $1.00 Charmin and $0.50 Puffs printable coupons from coupons.com.  The puffs will ring up as free at the register when you purchase both products.  You end up with both products for $11.49.  

Seventh Generation dish soap is on sale for $2.66 - $1.00 coupon = $1.66.  You can print the coupon twice and get two bottles for this price.  

If you spend $20 on laundry products (detergent, softeners, stain treaters) you can use a $5 off Target coupon from the Target AD in Sunday's paper.  You can also text for the coupon.  (There are signs in the store in the laundry aisle with texting instructions.)  Combine this with manufacturer's coupons for a great deal.  I have some free detergent coupons and was able to combine the free detergent coupons with the Target $5 off coupon.  (Detergent not pictured as I had already put it away.)

Easter merchandise is 70 to 90% off in my store and there is a lot of stuff left.  
I stocked up on Easter egg dye kits for $0.20 to $0.50 cents each and Easter grass for $0.05 cents a bag.  The hubby loves Peeps so got a few packs for him at $0.59 each.  My two year old already has a very worn and loved bunny cup from a previous year and was excited to see his bunny cup in the store.  So we bought a new bunny cup for $0.29.  

Last year I bought four Easter egg dye kits for $0.25 cents each and saved them for Easter this year.  They worked just fine and the boys loved all of the decorating options.  

I am going to share two weeks of menus today since I am forever behind on this venture.  Enjoy!

Sunday:  Easy Oven Roasted Chicken with Garlic, Red Potatoes, Sugar Snap Peas
Monday:  Leftovers
Tuesday:  Hamburgers with onions, Salad
Wednesday:  Vidalia Chicken Salad, Cream cheese celery, strawberries, apple slices
Thursday:  Slow Cooker Butter Bean Soup (still working on this recipe)
Friday:  Roasted Brussell Sprouts, Rice, Panko Crusted Swai (made with my Panko Crusted Tilapia recipe)
Saturday:  Dinner out after the Spring Game


Sunday:  Tacos

Monday:  Beef and Noodles adapted from my Slow Cooker Beef and Mushroom recipe, I put beef round steak, Lipton Beefy Onion Soup Mix, Red wine, and 8 oz. fresh sliced mushrooms in crockpot for about 8 hours, then during last 15 minutes or so added a cup of water with 1 T. cornstarch dissolved in it.  Served over hot cooked egg noodles with green beans.  

Tuesday: Cuban Black Beans with Rice, avacado, tomatoes, cilantro and limes
Wednesday:  Broccoli, chicken, and quinoa casserole
Thursday:  Leftovers, homemade bread
Friday:  Vegetarian pizza and salad
Saturday:  Family Easter potluck
Sunday: Another family Easter potluck
I took everything cookies to both potlucks with the addition of Easter M & M's in them.  I used less chocolate chips since I added M & M's.

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My six year old loves science, math, and engineering.  He chose engineering club this semester as his after school club and loved to tell me about all of the enriching activities they did.  So when I saw The Magic School Bus Engineering Lab, I knew it would be right up his ally.  Plus the boys love watching The Magic School Bus to see what Ms. Frizzle will do next to bring science to life.  

The lid comes off the top of the bus to reveal neatly organized supply trays.  Everything fits neatly inside the box and can be stored away for next time.  

The boys have really enjoyed learning with The Magic School Bus Engineering Lab. So far they have designed a car and made a balloon jet with their Dad.  Since I have an interest in cooking, I decided to make a solar oven with the boys.  

We set our solar oven outside in the afternoon sun.  Our experiment was a yummy one.  

We decided that next time we will leave the chocolate out of the solar oven because it melted too much.  

I highly recommend The Magic School Bus Engineering Lab.  It is a great way to bring learning to life.  It is organized and easy for parents to follow.  The instruction cards do a nice job of explaining the science behind each experiment too.  

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This is our favorite way to enjoy brussel sprouts.  My husband and six year old gobble up every last bite.  

This is so easy.  

Trim brussel sprouts, then slice in half.  Discard any outer leaves that fall off when trimming and slicing.  Toss with olive oil, salt and pepper.  Bake in a 400 degree F oven for 20-25 minutes until tender and lightly browned.  

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Hallelujah!  He is Risen!  My sister shared this amazing version of Hallelujah with me last night.  Enjoy your family today on this Easter Sunday, but when you have a quiet moment watch this video.  Your heart will be filled with emotion and gratitude for our Lord and Savior.  Watch the Easter Hallelujah Video.


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I am so excited to share this with you...I was featured on the Hershey's Bunny Trail for my Easter Egg Brownie Nests Post.  I was really really hoping to get selected and happened to look a couple of days ago and there I was.  Check out all of the fabulous Easter ideas on the Hershey's Bunny Trail.  

Disclosure:  I received no compensation for this post, just wanted to share.