Well, unfortunately we did not make it down to New Orleans for Mardi Gras.  Both of our vehicles have been having issues, and I haven’t been feeling well (tummy issues), so we opted not to go.  Friday, I was feeling better, so Allie and I had a “mommy/daughter” date and went to our local Mardi Gras parade.  She had soooo much fun, I really wish Christopher had wanted to go, but he insisted he didn’t want to, so I didn’t push.  Allie and I rarely get to do anything together, so I was glad we got a chance to do that.  She ran into one of her classmates, and they had the best time catching beads and watching the parade together.

Saturday, my tummy troubles started back up, so that day was pretty much shot, Steven was off, so I managed to get a nap in there, but would have been nice to get out and do something with the kids and take advantage of his day off.  So yeah, it was pretty much a mellow day, oh wait except for the fact I had to take my 2 year old to the ER because she swallowed either a small rubber ball or a Mardi Gras bead.  They took an X-ray and found it in her stomach, says she will pass it eventually and to keep a watch for it.  They also said to follow up with her regular ped today, and I have already done that, and they say if we don’t “find” it by Friday to call them back and they will do another X-ray.  I know, fun huh?

Sunday morning, I got a phone call from the grandmother of the little girl that we saw at the parade, and she invited Allie over for a playdate.  They offered to pick her up after church, and invited her to have lunch with them and play all afternoon.  This was her first real playdate, and I was so happy for her.  The only thing was, when they came to pick her up, the little girl’s brother recognized Christopher, and they seemed so excited to see each other, when they left, Christopher got upset because he couldn’t go too.

So a few hours later, I called to see if I could bring Christopher over to hang out with “his” friend, and she said absolutely.  So we both went over there, and then we all went to McD’s playground afterwards.  We had an awesome time.  Christopher and his new friend really hit it off.  I love seeing him interact with other children.  He still has some personal space issues, but has really made progress socially.

Later that evening my tummy troubles came back.  I think I may be having gall bladder issues, not sure, either that, or an ulcer.  I’m taking Prilosec to see if that will help.  Calling the doc today as well.  With all the stress I’ve been dealing with here lately, I wouldn’t be surprised if it was an ulcer.

So that’s how my weekend went….how was yours???

Thanks for stopping by My Mama Drama!

Just wanted to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving!! Here’s a hilarious commercial that I thought I would share. I’m sure most of you have seen it, for those who haven’t…Enjoy!!

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Here’s a few pictures of the kids dressed up for Halloween, they had a blast!  I know it’s been a while, I promise to update more later.  But until then…Enjoy!!

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Hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday today.  I’d love to here what everyone has planned for the day, or if you are already out and about, come back and tell me what you did!

My brother and his wife invited us over to their house for a cookout, which was a relief to me, because that way I didn’t have to worry about cooking or getting the house ready for company.  I know that sounds bad, but hey, I’m a mom of four small children, dang it!  I need a break! Anyway, my brother’s kids are grown and out of the house, so they don’t have to worry about cleaning after children under the age of 6, if you know what I mean?  We were told to just bring ourselves and couple bags of chips and dip.  And I said, “Hey, that’ll work for me!”  The kids want to go swimming afterwards and later this evening, was thinking of taking the them to our annual fireworks display on the river, so it should be a busy day!

Hope it’s not too late to mention.  I posted a great article on my weight loss blog day before yesterday about how to eat the safe and healthy way when you are cooking out.  So you should hop on over there and check it out!

Ok…I’m off to bathe some rugrats….Have a Great Day!!!

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Can I hear a big….YESSSSSS!!!!  Guess you can say I’m kinda ready for the kids to go back to school.  Good thing is, they are ready too.  Christopher was sick the week before, and only went one day, so it’s like he has been out for 2 weeks.  I’m just ready to get my routine back on track.  All of the kids have been also sick with a really bad stomach virus.  When one would get over it, then the next one would get it, and the babies had it at the same time, so that was real fun.  Finally, everyone is well.

Thanksgiving was good.  I cooked for me, Steven, my dad and my brother.  It wasn’t quite the same without my mama (and never will be), but it was still good.   We are still eating leftovers, and I will probably have to throw out some stuff tomorrow.  I hate doing it, but I think we are done.

With the holidays coming up, I thought that I would share some of my recipes and my mama’s great recipes. Here’s a great recipe that has always been a hit at parties during the holidays. It’s a good alternative to your regular rotel dip with velveeta. Instead you use cream cheese and sausage. Here it is:

Sausage Rotel Dip Recipe

• 1 lb bulk sausage
• 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese
• 1 can Rotel tomatoes and green chilies with juice (do not drain)

1. Brown sausage in skillet; drain excess grease.
2. Add softened cream cheese.
3. Add Rotel (with juice) and mix well.
4. Pour into small casserole dish and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until nice and bubbly.
5. Serve hot with Fritos Scoops or Tostitos.
6. Recipe can also be doubled using 2lbs of sausage, 4 – 8oz cream cheese, and 2 cans of Rotel tomatoes using a large casserole dish.