I can't believe I am pregnant again. It is kind of unreal. Jason and I have talked about having one more tiny, but I just never fully saw it happening. I am so excited about it, and I have always been excited about it. I just can't believe I am pregnant again. I wish you got an E-mail stating to come pick up your bundle of joy, at Storks R Us. With a 9 month warning, of course. I am so uncomfortable atm. I am hoping this will cease at 3 months. Most pregnancies do. But with Kyler I was sick the entire time. I didn't start getting sick though, until 2 1/2-3 months.  And seriously puked until the day I delivered. Do you know how much it sucks to craaaaaave a food, get it.. have it smell the smallest bit off, or taste different, IN ANY WAY... (: X) bam. Its over.

 Yesterday I wanted pancakes before I even woke up. I had woken up before Kyler, but I could not make myself get out of bed. I was silently waiting with my eyes shut for him to pounch right in my door. All I can think about: Pancakes. "Seriously having pancake bfast before going on our walk today." 15 minutes later, right on time... "Mooooommmeeeyyy, I'm wake!!" I get up and instantly start our breakfast, pretty stoked. I am not feeling as horrible today, I have a little pep in my step. Pancakes made, Kyler's bacon and cheerio's (Kyler will not eat pancakes) -made. We sit down, one bite... mhmmm, two bites.. *green face* .... I do a little fork pushing....
Oh noo.. bafroom here I come.
 I had wanted them so bad. It was hours before I could eat again, and I am sure it was something potato.

I have to eat the second I wake up, to keep the nausea away. But.. I am going to puke what ever it is I first eat, everyday. Its gonna happen.

So, I have created the perfect puke food:

Cresent rolls meet FRUIT ROLL UP, meet light glaze.

1.) Buy crescent rolls, and fruit roll up. 
2.) Roll the fruit roll up into the cresent rolls, concealing all fruit rolls up.
3.) Bake. As directed.

Let cool, these guys stay pretty hot for awhile.

I have some of these in a sandwich bag ready for the morning. I will eat them the second I wake up. If I see them again, it won't be near as upsetting as getting rid of say, a bfast burrito. :X

Jason's Set.

When Jason went to Iraq, I made him this set to keep with him in his pocket. He keep it with him the whole time. 

The dark silver stone is Onyx: used for protecting yourself against others negativity. A protection Stone.
My David's stone, which is actually very close to my heart. David was a man after God's own heart. Even though he was not a saint, and never.. ever acted like one. God still loved him most. I use it to remind myself, even though I am no saint, I am still loved. Right before Jason left we had a discussion about what we believed. I told him the story of David, and I wanted him to keep his stone with him. The locket is the Lord's prayer, pretty self explanatory. And last, the pretty baby blue stone. Blue Lace Agate. This is my favorite piece of his set. For one, the Agate family is tied to friendship and love. Second, this particular Blue Lace is a symbol of bravery, strength, longevity, healing, and protection. Blue Lace is also used for distressing, and relaxation. Chakra followers place Blue Lace on their forehead when meditating, and many even would place on a desk or workstation. You are supposed to gaze into it when you feel overwhelmed, or during a stressful situation.
 I am not one to say that following healing stones is any sort of answer. I am not saying any magical powers will begin to happen once "activated." I am just saying these types of stones have been around longer than any structure built on earth. The past has had hopes in these stones, through all religions. I like to have them around me. Wether it is a mental state of mind, or just pretty rocks.. I like em. :)


 It is better to believe in something, than nothing at all.

Ramen, Sweet and Sour Chicken, and Pineapples

AWESOME. So cheap, and so good. I litterally used Chicken Ramen, sauteed some frozen chicken strips in Sweet and Sour sauce, and loaded it down with Pineapples. You could add anything else you like. I just have some serious love for pineapples right now. Today was a little hectic. House Goods came and delivered Jason's belongings. It was cool to see everything, but the Army has lost his computer. Of all things.. his P.C. Pretty sure it is sitting pretty in someone's house right now. Jason is upset, but stoked he gets to build a new one with the money he will get from claiming it. But I was stuck moving all his junk around. It was all SO heavy, and the boy does not know how to pack. But I promise he will argue his case. I finally lugged the last equipment bag earlier, then I set up his router. Pretty stoked to have his TV, and PS3 too. Kyler has been watching movies on his laptop for weeks now. It feels a little less naked with his stuff here. Still no furniture, but in due time. Trying to remain positive.. because this situation blows. I miss him, and I miss having faces to talk to. Other than a 3 year olds. :P

Anywho, over and out for now. I may be uploading some things I found later. ^_^

Awesome sauce:

Simmer veggies in chicken broth on low all night.

Wisk flour with half and half, season... cheeseify.... baconate? Possibilities are endless. I chose Mozzarella, and Cheddar. I plan to eat with a Spinach salad and wheat toast.

 

 

  I have not been feeling well this week. Today is literally the first day I have been able get off the floor before 6pm. I haven't been able to eat, and nausea wazoo. So when I would get hungry, fast food seemed to be the solution.  :X  Cheese tater tots and chocolate shakes.. 3 days in a row... I can't take it. I have decided to stop eating fast food entirely. I can't do it.. and I want to take a different approach to this pregnancy than my last. With Kyler I stayed sick, and was hardly active. I was confined to a few foods. Mostly fruit, McDonalds, and caned green beans, I didn't eat properly at all. I was over stressed and over worked.
  So this time it will all be different. I am going to work out, and eat right. Working out will be limited the further along I get, but I can always walk. Everyday.  :D

Crispy yogurt chicken bites

Attempting tonight:
 (After I hunt Panko)

Crispy yogurt chicken bites

Yogurt - Part 2.

A tangy take on good ol' chicken fingers.

Ingredients (serves 4):
10 strips chicken fillet
4 tbsp mango yogurt
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
5 tbsp tempura flour
1 egg, beaten
5 tbsp panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
4 tbsp olive oil
1 small mango, skinned and cut into bite-sized pieces

Method:
1. Marinate the chicken fillets with 2 tbsp of mango yogurt, salt and pepper. Set aside for 15 minutes.
2. Coat the fillets with tempura flour, dip into the egg and coat with panko.
3. Heat the oil and pan-fry the chicken on low heat until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
4. Serve with the remaining mango yogurt and chopped mango on the side.

Tips:
For a stronger flavour, add pureed mango to the marinade.





Recipe source: Simply Her magazine (Feb 2008)

I found this here:

 http://bloggersrecipe.blogspot.com/2008/08/crispy-yogurt-chicken-bites.html

 

Ohhhh, Baby Minerich.

So far, you are turning out just like your brother. YOU ARE SUCKING THE LIFE OUT OF ME. I can't eat, all I want to do is sleep. I have my first appointment coming up soon. To find out exactly when it is that I will be meeting you. I am getting more and more excited about you as the days pass. Your papa is all giggles as well. Just wait until you meet that guy. :)

Rainy Tuesday.

    So, I have had this blog about a year and a half. I stopped showing it love once I got a Tumblr. (Jammerjunkie.Tumblr.com  :D) Even before then I kept my brain spatters a secret. Blog has been on private since it began, with over 50 posts. Maybe I will publicate it? It's mostly sappy feelings from when Jason was in Iraq, I was living in my mothers house, and all my friends moved away from me. Maybe I will leave it be, and start all over with you, dear Blog. Your reason of existence: I'M FREAKING PREGNANT. D:

   With Kyler I kept a journal, and wrote what I felt/did every day. Seems my journalism has stepped solely to the virtual world. I am okay with that, I see so many awesome recipes, and idea out there.. this will be my place. With this pregnancy I hope to stay a little more healthy than my last fetus allowed me. With Kyler, I was unable to eat -anything. Seriously. I lost weight my first trimester because I was so sick. I was working a full time job, on my feet, and going through a lot of drama at the time. I feel this pregnancy will be a lot more mentally sound; therefore, I hope the ride will be easier.

   I wish you well dear Blogger. <3