B is for Bulk Foods #atozchallenge

I don’t buy a lot of bulk Foods , but when I find a deal I try to take advantage of it.
Several of the local grocery stores have bulk food bins and I have found that I can save a fair amount of money if I plan ahead.   Staple products for the pantry are usually a better deal in bulk. I have purchased whole wheat flour, rice flour, brown rice as well as wild rice in bulk saving about half what I would have paid buying prepackaged. 
Bulk food can also be purchased at Wholesale Club stores such as Costco but you need to watch and know  your prices and have a budget before you go.
Finally, my new  favorite bulk food buying option. Zaycon Foods, is located in Spokane , Washington but ships to events all over the country. We have purchased lean ground beef and boneless skinless chicken breast. During the Summer and early fall they also offer a variety of fruit in bulk.

Monday Menu Plan April 2nd- April 7th

Monday:  Chili Mac ( super easy meal that my boys can make)

Tuesday:  Chicken Salad (not sure if it will be on sandwiches or on lettuce)

Wednesday:  Pizza  (Papa Murphy’s most likely as Wednesdays are our co-op day and take it out of both Mommy and Daddy)

Thursday:  Roasted turkey dinner  (I scored an extra turkey after the holidays and have been saving it for a mid week surprise)

Friday: BBQ burgers (hopefully the weather will improves little)

Saturday:  I don’t have a clue!  (hey honesty is a good policy)

I am thankful for the weekly link up to keep me on track with my menu plans.

A is for Anything Goes #atozchallenge

Here at the Spot really ANYTHING Goes. So many groups online ask what’s your niche? and I want to scream I DON”T HAVE a niche!!!
I like to review products, I love cooking and sharing recipes, I share crafts and scrapbooking on occasion, I love books,I love coupons,  I love working with Collective Bias on projects, so what is my niche? I really don’t have one, sorry this blog is an anything goes kind of blog.
Now with that in mind, I love sharing my honest opinion about things and love promoting products that will help Moms. I also love social media and love sharing my thoughts, opinions, and favorite pages on Facebook and twitter.
So there it is the basics on the Spot.

Scripture Sunday : Passover

As we enter into the Passover and Easter holiday I reflect on the meaning of Passover. While I was raised in a Christian home, I have had a fascination with the Jewish Holy Days.  Several year ago I met Joan Lipis the author of Celebrate Jesus a wonderful book that helped open my eyes to Christ in all the High Holy Days of the Jewish faith. As I study my Bible lesson for the week, I came across several verses, however one verse really stood out for me heading into the holiday season.

Ye are all the children of light, and the children of the day; we are not of the night, nor of darkness.

I Thessalonians 5:5

and

Rejoice evermore

I Thessalonians 5:16

Jesus is the light of the world and we are children of that wonderful light. Now because of his sacrifice for use we can rejoice for ever in his resurrection.

Menu Monday

As I recover use of my arm and begin retraining the muscles in my shoulder and arm I am continual looking for easy menus. This coming week is our first week back to homeschool co-op following Spring Break so I have a couple extra things on the calendar this week meaning it will be super easy meals this week.
Monday: Annie’s Organic Rising Crust Pizza
Tuesday: Chili Mac
Wednesday: BBQ burgers and tator tots
Thursday: Soup and sandwiches
Friday: black bean chicken burritos
One way to keep Mommy on the mend is to make it easier to fix dinner.

Be sure to check out all the other awesome menus at Menu Plan Monday

Sunday Scripture: March 25th

I am going to start a weekly post title Sunday Scripture , it won’t be totally random,  although it will likely come from our weekly Bible Lesson and I may or may not add my own commentary to go along with it.

Here we go!

He is the Rock, his work is perfect

Deuteronomy 32: 4 a

As I am working toward a full recovery of my shoulder and arm I am focusing on God as my Rock and my focus is becoming clearer. I know that I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me, and I am created in God’s image. I am so grateful for the knowledge that a relationship with Christ has given me.

Wordless Wednesday recycling

 

a preview of an upcoming review.. This made me happy today!