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Oh yeah I did that

I will get straight to the point... Im not much of a cook. It may have been my last name but names can fool you.
I leave most of the cooking responsibilities to the hubs. He is an awesome cook and really enjoys doing it.
However, there is the rare occasion when I try out a new recipe and really hit a home run.
Last night I tried a new recipe for Stuffed Pasta Shells. I used the base recipe off recipes.com and took it from there adding my own flavor:) It was sooo good I will have to say!
Here is a peek at my leftovers.

Want to try it yourself? Here is the recipe. It is really easy, quick and tasty.

Ingredients

• 32 jumbo pasta shells
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• salt and pepper to taste
• 3 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce

I added 1 lb. ground Turkey and 2 cans of sliced mushrooms:) Mmm... Mmm... Good:)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil, gently place pasta shells in boiling water; bring water back to boil. Cook until noodles are just tender; drain well.
3. Squeeze spinach dry. Combine spinach, ricotta, 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, fennel, basil and garlic in a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper; mix well.
4. Spread 1/2 cup marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Fill each pasta shell with the spinach cheese mixture. Arrange the shells, filling side up in the baking dish. Spoon remaining marinara sauce over the shells. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top of the shells.
6. Cover the pan loosely with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven until heated through; about 30 minutes.

Pets in the office?

I'm a lover of all things four legged and fury, but should they grace us with their presence in the work place? whats your take on Pets at work?
I have worked in two separate offices where a pet or two came to the office daily. It doesn't bother me because I am a pet lover.
(The cat just walked across my laptop) Ha!
But what if you are the person who is really allergic to cats or frantically afraid of dogs. Do you miss out on the opportunity of your dreams all because of Fiddo? What if the dog barks constantly always interrupting your thoughts? What if the cat always wants to sit in your lap? the list could go on.

I feel like Dogs and Cats do have the ability to lighten the mood or bring on casual conversation between new employees. Also, the benefits of a four legged friend may out way the odor coming from the litter box. Studies show that pets lower stress and having them around can boost productivity. This can also be used as a recruitment tool for companies that allow pets to play.

Would you love to work at a place that had pets or allowed you to bring yours to work every day?
I know I would like to bring one of my sweet angels to work a couple days a week maybe not every day though:)

All the best,
ChitChatChic

Jesse

Its a 50/50 chance in the game of life.

I never imagined how much I would love being a mom. I've totally changed my way of living for this tiny human and have never looked back. Yes, Im tired or sometimes grumpy but the very moment her face lights up and smiles all worries disappear:)
Before I met Ella and experienced hands on what being a mom would feel like I was the type that wanted a child but didnt know when. Also, I wanted "child" singular, meaning only one.
I am now questioning the singular "uno" child scenario. I want Ella to have at least one sibling. I know how much I love my sister and brother and I want Ella to have the same experiences and memories as I did.
I want to try for a boy but I would be more than happy with two girls, or maybe three:) Ha!
My husband of course wants a boy more than anything in the world. He is a major sports fan and wants a football player to rough up.

So here's to a house full of crazy, wild, loving, smart children:) If that is God's plan.

Here is a plan that I won't be considering. HeHe.

All the best,
ChitChatChic
Jesse

I miss my family

As I've gotten older and moved further away from my family I miss them more! This past week I was able to go home for an entire week. I should really say my family wanted me to come home so they could see the newest addition. Ella was way more popular than me:) But I love showing her off and getting to see her with my mom and dad (and everyone else). It's like I get to see me as a little girl in their eyes. I can tell the love they have for her is so different -- they are softies for her little self. 
We also got to see almost all of my other family members. Some of this weeks events...Cracker Barrel with Gammy and Popaw, Championship game for Isaac, late night talk with Donna and Eli, Dinner with Nana, Afternoon visit with Rita, Quality time with Papaw (my dad), loving on aunt Sam, Welcoming cousin Lillianne into the world, Pumpkin Patch with Yaya (my mom), the list could go on with the fun stuff we did with the fam. Awww I love my sweet family:)
Here recently I've really needed all of the support and love from my family since being out of work and having a new baby. It is these major moments in my life that make me a better person. I'm ready for whatever is around the corner and it helps knowing I have a wonderful support system cheering for me along the way.
Yay for family, new beginnings and babies (my pretty baby that is)!
Have a wonderful week and make sure to cheer on someone you love:)

A Tuesday Trend I wont be following...

Do you like your leather couch or leather jacket? Want to experience leather on your feet? Well now you can. Leather socks are the latest fashion trend.
WTH? I know.
I cant imagine wearing leather socks. I think my feet would sweat! And I can barely get a nice shirt to the cleaners more or less my socks.
Would you wear leather socks?

All the best.
ChitChatChic
Jesse

Destined to be a star

I think I'm destined to be a stage mom. Ha!
Ella is the cutest little baby ever. I know I would think the same even if she was not so pretty but the honest truth is she is really a cutie pie.
So, the research has begun. How do you get in the biz. Showbiz that is. My baby is destined to be a star with this face. The current Gerber baby better watch out:)
Thanks to John's sister we are ahead of the game. She has set us up with an industry contact in Nashville. Also, we have found out that babies can't "work" until at least 4-6 months.

Our thoughts are that if she gets something great and the money will go towards college tuition and if she doesn't she is still the cutest little gal in our eyes:)

What are your thoughts on babies getting into the biz?

Here are some pictures of our cutie pa tootie:)

all the best,
chit chat chic