My new haircut

OK so a few weeks ago i told you I got a new haircut and that i was going to post pics of it. Well I finally got around to taking some pictures so here they are.

here is the front view. Granted it doesn't look as good as it did when i came right out of the salon but then again when does it ever right.

This is the right side view

Here is the back view. Normally I have it spiky but it fell.

And finally the left side view. Again its usually spiky in the back but it doest stay up long because of the humidity.

I love this haircut and not because of Kate Goslin but because it is so easy to take care of and its way cooler in the summer. I have such thick hair that its just easier in the summer to have shorter hair. Anyway I hope you like it as much as I do.

A Beautiful Peaceful Sunday

Today is not over yet. Far from it really but I just couldn't wait to blog about what has happened so far today. So the kids and I went to church today without dale because he wasn't feeling well and afterwords we went out to lunch at the Chinese place like we always do at the end of the month. Since we are on a budget we don't eat out as often as we use to so we take the kids some where they like once a month as a treat. Anyway we got to talking and we ended up having a great conversation about everything from how important it is to get a good education and to always keep learning. To thinking of yourself as a sponge and always be willing to learn something new. We also talked about how important it is to look for those quality's in their future mates also, that its not always about the looks. Yes its nice to have and attractive mate but if they are smart and willing to keep learning that will only be a plus for them and for their future children. I asked them how great they thought it would be to have two parents who set great examples like that? Plus we talked about house work and sowing and cooking and laundry, and how its not just important for Elyssa to know these things but DJ also. Plus a ton of other things. It was so nice to talk to them without it being a big fight. I wish we could have more moments like that. The greatest part was that it wasn't just me doing the talking they really pitched in and gave their opinions and asked questions about stuff.

I am really blessed to have two of the most wonderful children. Yes they have their moments when i just want to run away screaming but its moment like today that really make it wonderful. I hope that we can keep up this line of communication even when they become teenagers. I know from being around teenagers during the summer that sometimes its just easier for them to talk to someone who isn't their parent but my hope is that i have taught them well enough to know they can come and talk to me about anything. I really love being a mom.

A Nice Drive in the Country

Today was a beautiful day so I thought it would be a great idea for us to go pick some strawberry's. Well that didn't quite work out the way I planned. I wanted to go this morning before lunch so that it wouldn't be to hot out but when Dale got home from work he wanted to take a couple hours nap first. I was fine with that considering that he worked a 16 hour shift yesterday and then another 8 hours last night. Well he didn't wake up until after 5:30. Still I thought it would be plenty enough time considering that they don't close until 7. Well little did I know that finding the place is harder than you would think. We got lost like four times trying to find the place. We did finally get there only to have to turn around and leave because they were closing in 15 min. Oh well at least we know where it is now so the next time we go to pick strawberry's we wont get lost. Ha ha.

Well after that lovely detour we decided that we really didn't want to go home yet so we drove up highway 76 to see where it lead to since I have only been as far as Elaine's house. Really it is pretty country, anyway as we drove we saw sign that said Port Royal State Park. We had never heard of it so we went only to find out that I had been there with the scouts last year. Anyway we kept driving and ended up in Adams. The kids wanted to stop at the Bell Witch Caves but I said no. That place gives me the heeby geebys. So we kept on driving only to find ourselves right back at exit 19. Although we really didn't accomplice anything today, We still got to see some beautiful country that we had never seen before. It was nice just being able to be out and about with my family. Got to love those kinds of days.

So now I'm done for the day and getting ready for church tomorrow. See you all later.

Ashley's Graduation

Today was a great day. The kids and I got up early and got ready for the day. Then we headed over to Michelle's house to carpool to the Graduation. After the Graduation we all headed back to Michelle's for the after party. That was so much fun. All of Roberts family was there and Michelle's Aunt Danna and Uncle John drove up from Texas on Wednesday to be here. Plus the four of us of course. Well Dale really only stayed for about an hour because he worked a 16 hour shift at work today and needed to get some sleep before heading back to work tonight. Later Annelise and her son showed up. They only stayed for a short time but it was great to see them. The food was awesome. We had ribs, and shrimp and potato salad and tons of other things. I really didn't stick to my diet tonight but that's OK. I'll be back on it tomorrow. After a long and wonderful day and night we are finally home.

Just a few more word about Ashely's Graduation then I'm headed to bed. We have plans to go Strawberry picking tomorrow but we will see how that plays out in the morning.

Wow so Ashley has finally graduated. I can't believe it. She has just grow up so fast. I can't say to much about the graduation because I'm sure Michelle will tell all. But I can say that it was a great ceremony and that Ashley looked beautiful today.

There I said my few words now I'm headed to bed. Goodnight all and Congratulations Ashley.

Elyssa

Elyssa was so cute last night. Ok so she had her second Hapkido class last night and did really well. They did a lot of different kinds of kicks to help you get away from someone who is trying to hurt you and they did a couple of throws to help teach you how to get away from someone who is grabbing you from the front and the back. Anyway she was so cute. When it was her turn to throw the guys (you have to understand that she was the only girl last night, there are usually about 4 girls there including her. But last night it was just her against all these grown men and her brother) she got really excited when she accually threw her brother, all though she didn't really throw a grown man they kinda just flipped over for her, she was still really excited when she did it. I wish I would have remembered to bring my camera. She did really well.

Day Out

Today was another great day. I spent the whole day out with Michelle helping her get all the last minute things she needed for Ashley's Graduation Party on Friday. Its hard to believe she is graduating. I know I have not known her long but it seems like this year has just flown by. Not just with her but with my own kids to. I was just telling Michelle that I can't believe how fast this school year has gone by. It seems like they just started back at school and now they are already done with it. Anyway after all the running around was done we headed back to her house so she could finish cleaning her house because her Aunt Danna and Uncle John are going to be here tonight. Then I helped her find and scan pictures of Ashley so that she could make a DVD of Ashley's life. It has turned out so cute so far. She still has a few more pictures to put in and add some music but it will be so cute when she is finally done. Anyway I'm home now so I'm going to spend some time with Dale and the kids since its his only day off this week.

My day

Well I had a good day today. Not a whole lot to talk about. I started the day off by spending some much needed alone time with my wonderful husband then I got up and cleaned the whole house. I know I know the whole house all by myself. hahahaha. Anyway then I sent out the kids spring pictures to all the family and got the chance to chat a little bit with my Grandma Quon. Then I went over to Michelle's house to finish up the teacher gifts that she and I are making for the teachers this year instead of buying them something like everyone else does. Then I came home around 7 spent some time with the kids then put them to bed. Now that's where I am headed. Got to rest up for a long day out with Michelle tomorrow. Night all.

Happy Memorial Day

We had such a good day today. I first got a visit from a really good friend of mine that I have not seen in almost 5 years. NaeNae and I talk all the time on the phone but we have not had the time or money to see each other even though we only live about 6 hours away from each other. Anyway she was up here visiting her family and stopped by to see us. It was so good to see her. We are planning to see a lot more of each other in the future. So I promised a picture of my new hair do so here it is. I cant wait for it to grow out a little. I have never had it this short.

me and naenae

Then we went to my friend Danielle's house to have a BBQ. We had so much fun. The kids played in the water and Dale and DJ played many games of Redneck horseshoes. They are both pretty good considering they have never played before. Anyway we got to hang out with old friends and made a few new ones. It was a great day.

the kids playing in the water
Dale making new friends

everyone hanging out waiting to eat

playing catch up

Well not much has happened this weekend so I have not been posting. Friday was a quiet day. The kids went to school and Dale worked overtime so I was home alone. I mostly just read and cleaned the house. As for Saturday the kids and I played games and watched movies together while Dale slept because he wasn't feeling well, and today we all just spent some time to ourselves. The kids watched TV in their rooms and I caught up on my lack of sleep this week. So that's pretty much all this weekend has consisted of. Pretty boring. Oh well maybe tomorrow will be a better day.

Elyssa and Hapkido

Ok so Elyssa comes to me this week and tells me "Mom Im really not liking this whole dance thing so can I please stop," and at first I was like um no because I think she really needs to learn to stick things out even when she doesnt like them but then she went to Hapkido class with Dale and DJ tonight and I got to see just how good she really is when she likes doing something. Im telling you she is really good at it and this was only her first class. True yes she has been to see her dad and brother but she has never participated before tonight. Wow I was really amazed at how strong she is, and how fast she picked up the moves. Even John the instructure was amazed at how well she did tonight. So now Im thinking this is what Im going to put her in. Plus she gets to do something with her daddy and brother. How cool is that. Now they are all trying to get me into it but im not really into that kind of thing. Anyway I have had a long day out with Michelle today and I am really tired, so its bed time for me. Oh ya one more thing I got my hair cut today and I will be putting pictures up tomorrow so you can see how cute it is.

Elyssa's on to the 3rd Grade

Elyssa has passed the 2ND grade and moved onto the 3rd grade. She received an award in for excellence in Math, Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, Reading and A's all year. We are so proud of her. She has taken to school so well. I can't believe she is already going into the third grade. It seems like just yesterday she was going into Kindergarden and now she is almost out of Elementary School. So anyway here are a couple of pictures from her award show this morning.

Here is Elyssa's graduating class year. Seems so long away but will get here fast.

This is Elyssa getting her awards

Here is Elyssa with her 2ND grade teacher Mrs. Proctor.

DJ Graduates the 4th Grade

Here is DJ's whole fourth grade graduating class

congrats DJ on proving that doing your best

really does pay off in the end.

here is DJ with his diploma of graduation from Elementary school

Tonight D.J. has joined the ranks of all the other students moving on to middle school. He has passed the 4Th grade. They had such a cute little program for the parents tonight. They even put together a wonderful little video that we as parents get a copy of at the end of the year. Several times I found myself crying. Not only because of how beautiful the program was but at the thought that he is getting so big. He no longer is my little boy but my young man and very soon to be teenager. I know I know not for a couple more years but with how fast it has gone so far I have no doubt that it will happen a lot sooner than any of us wants. I should say that he was not able to get his diploma from his teacher unfortunately because this past Friday she lost her father. Her name is Mrs. Reynolds, so keep her in your prayers, I know we will.

A day all to myself

Now normally I really hate to be home by myself but today wasn't so bad. Dale had to work overtime so that he has a little extra cash when he goes to see his dad this summer so I was left at home by myself. I really enjoyed the quiet today.I got a lot of work done around the house and I love feeling like my old self again. My meds are working wonderfully and I was able to get around the house with very little pain, which is quite a step up from how I have been feeling for the last month. I even got around to doing a little reading and getting dinner pre-prepared.

For some more good news. D.J. is graduating from elementary school tonight. I can't believe how big he really is. I know I have said this a lot this week but I am just amazed at how much he has changed and grown just since we moved here almost 5 years ago. Yes I know it doesn't seem that long ago. It seems like forever ago we moved here and started our lives over in this wonderful state and beautiful town. But its all thanks to the wonderful help we have received from the people of not only this state but also the wonderful people from church who have just brought us in and treated us like family. I just love how connected we all are here. I couldn't have asked for a better ward or church to belong to. I truly believe that without the church and its wonderful members that we would not be doing as well as we are right now. They never had a negative thing to say they just encouraged us to keep pushing forward and that in the end everything would turn out just the way it was suppose to be. I am very thankful for a savior who loves us as much as he does. I understand that he has to test us so that we can prove that we are worthy to rejoin him in the afterlife. I am thankful for the understanding and knowledge that I can have my family with me for eternity despite anything that happens to us here on earth. I cant wait to be together with all my extended family that has already passed on and know that when I get there they will know who I am and I will know them. I guess I sort of just bore my testimony without really trying to but that's how I feel and I'm very proud to say that this is how I feel.

Anyway I am going to go for now cause I need to finish getting dinner ready and get everyone ready to watch my handsome son move onto the next exciting faze in his life. Middle School. Wow hard to believe that hes really ready for this but I know he will do fine.

Peaceful Sunday's

Well a lot of people have been doing this Thankful Thursdays, and while that's great I'm not really a follower so I think i am going to do Peaceful Sunday's instead. So here it goes.

I am really glad that I have such a wonderful set of family and friends. What I mean is I logged onto the computer this afternoon to find two letters in my inbox from my wonderful children. They both have their own email accounts so that they can keep in touch with their friends over the summer and our extended family all year around. Anyway as I read them I began to realize just how much they really do care and listen to what I tell them. Yes I do get mad and yell only to turn around later and apologize for it. I have always thought that after all that they still let in go in one ear and out the other but I was surprised to find out that that is not always the case. They really do listen and hold on to the things that I say to them and they really appreciate all the things I do for them. They let me know this in the letters that they sent. True they didn't say it to me out loud but sometimes I find that when you just write it down it's easier to say what you really want to say without having to be interrupted by everyday things. I really love that they know this and are willing to tell me what they need to say even if it isn't to my face but on my email instead. They really do grow up so fast.

OK on to other things. Today at church I took the girls who are about to turn twelve and let them see just what the young women's program really looks like on Sundays and then let them sit in on a Beehive class (which is what they will be when they first go into the program at twelve) and we talked a lot about how important it is to write in your journal. How it really can help your future generations with things like problems they are having or just reaffirming how important it is to really believe in God plus it really lets them know just what you have gone through in your life and the struggles that you had to overcome to become the person that you are now or where at that point in your life. While I completely agree with that, most of the time I am just to tired at the end of the day to sit down and write so now I am going to start typing it. I am on here before I go to bed most nights anyways so why not. Plus most likely it will all end up typed up and put into a book for my future generations to have so why not get a jump start on it right. At least that's what I think anyway.

Well that is all for today so until tomorrow have a peaceful Sunday.

Yahhh its working

well as i said yesterday i got my med's and started taking them. The Z-pack is working already. I got up this morning with very little pain in my legs and joints. As for the Phetramine I think the Z-pack is counteracting it. I took one yesterday and nothing happened, so i think I'm going to wait until I'm done with the Z-pack before i take it again. Maybe it will work better.

On another note the kids are almost done with school and are very excited about our summer plans. They will get to do a lot this summer with them going to North Carolina to visit their grandparents ( which dale is really excited about also because he hasn't seen his dad in a couple of years) and going to California to visit my side of the extended family ( which I am thrilled about because I haven't seen most of them in a really long time) plus the swimming parties at Michelle's house which we always have a ton of fun at, and whatever else we plan to do. I hope my children will keep these memories with them forever. I know that some of my best childhood memories are of family vacation's that we took. Kids are just in to much of a hurry to grow up. Sometimes I wish they would slow down a little and really soak in their childhood.

Finally got my med's

Well I finally got my med's from my doctor today and started taking the Z pack and the Phetramine. So far not much has happened. I think it might take a few day's to kick in so I'm hoping by the end of the weekend I will be feeling much better and be able to get around easier. I'm hoping anyway.

Need to Vent

OK so I need to vent today. I went to church last night and had a great time but when I got home my house looked like it had been hit by a hurricane. I left my house to my husband and four kids and came home to it destroyed. I hate when you clean your house and leave it looking nice only to come home to ungrateful children who don't care about anyone but themselves and destroy other peoples stuff. I understand that kids are messy but when they are 8 and 10 there is no reason for them to be like slobs and leave their stuff everywhere. I'm not a maid although they seem to think I am and I am not going to keep picking up after children who could care less about their stuff. If they want to destroy it let them but I wont be buying them new stuff when its broken and now more good. Plus how crazy do you have to be to not know that when its raining you come in the house not stand out in the rain so you get sick. Sometimes I think these kids (and I'm not just talking about mine) leave their brains in bed when they get up in the morning.

OK now that my venting is done lets start the day off better. On the down side the kids found out that they will not be having field day at school this year due to the rainy weather. They were completely bummed. They so look forward to it every year and this will be the first time they wont get to go out and play. Instead they will get to do an indoor tug-o-war. Not as much fun but I'm sure the teachers will have tones of fun things for them to do in the classroom. I hope at least. On the up side they only have about 8 days of school left before they get out for the summer. We don't have a ton of plans for the summer but a few. I know for sure that Dale is taking them to North Carolina to spend some time with their grandparents the week that I am at Girls Camp and I am taking them to California to visit some of my extended family at the end of July. Other than that we are just planning to have a great time and do a lot of swimming at Michelle's house along with some nice pool parties. Yahhh I know I cant wait. So that's it for now but I am sure I will be posting again later on today.

Dr's appt. results

So I went to my Dr's appt today to find out what is going on with me. So basically all my tests came back normal except for the inflammation. He still doesn't know what is causing the inflammation so he has put me on an Anti-Inflammatory medication to help control it. Hopefully this will help and I can finally get back to my normal self, whatever that is. As for the whole weight thing he said that all my test came back normal so I should be able to loose the weight if i work out five days a week with a mixture of walking or swimming and free weights plus a strict diet of no carbs, starches, sugars, fatty foods, or fried foods. Basically I can have lean meats such as chicken, fish, or turkey and fresh veggies and salads. Plus drinking lots and lots of water. He also put me on Phetramine to help speed up my metabolism which will help me burn the calories faster. So he basically has me on Steroids and Speed. Yaaaaaah. Anyway he is a great doctor and Dale is even planning on going to see him for his annual physical next month.

Back to School

So most of you don't know that last year Elyssa had a great teacher Mrs. Alverson. Well be became great friends and this year i have helped her out a little with the memory books that she makes for each of her students every year. Well I went up today and we finally finished them. They look so good. Plus I got to eat lunch with Elyssa which is something I really have not had the chance to do a lot this year because her teacher Mrs. Proctor doesn't allow the parents to come up and help out whenever they want. She only lets them help on Fridays and only for an hour. Plus she lets you know when you can come so I only got to help like three times this year. I hope she gets a really good teacher next year so I can help out more. Anyway the end of the school year is just around the corner and field day is Thursday. I cant wait for the summer. I hope its as much fun as last year. I know I'm just rambling now so i will get off here and take Elyssa to dance now. Have a great day to all who read this.

just another day

It was a pretty boring day except for the fact that I had to spend all day in Nashville at Vanderbilt hospital with my friend Danielle. She got 2Nd degree burns on her forearm from hot grease and needed to have it looked at by the burn unit. But first we had to go through the E.R. so she could be sent up to the burn unit. Anyway the whole day was basically a waste of time because they only told her that it was healing up fine and to take ibuprofen and have a nice day. So she went to her regular doc and he told her it was infected and to keep doing what he told her to do in the first place. Anyway I didn't get home until after 7 and I'm tired now. Dale and DJ had Hapkido today and Dale hurt his shoulder when the instructor threw him. I'm sure he will be fine but i don't think he will go to class on Thursday if it still hurts. We shall see.

And this make's two

So most of you know that I have been just a little worried about Elyssa because she is almost nine and hadn't lost any teeth on her own. The one she did loose was taken out by the dentist because it couldn't be saved. Anyway in the last week she has had two of her bottom teeth start to grow in behind her baby teeth and the baby teeth we not even loose yet. This worried me because I was afraid that she would never loose teeth on her own. But the Dentist assured me that it was normal and that if they hadn't fallen out in a couple of weeks to call and make an apt. and he would pull them. Well good news in the last week she has lost both of the baby teeth on her own. She even pulled them out herself without crying or complaining how much it hurt. She is getting so big. Now if I can just get her big brother to loose his teeth without acting like he's dying we will be in good shape. Anyway here is her second tooth and the now big gap she has in the bottom of her teeth. I hope her top ones finally start to fall out now.

Inflammation?

OK sorry its been a couple of days since i last posted on here but i have had a lot to deal with. So I finally heard from my doctor and he tells me hes got good news and bad news which do i want first. I tell him the good new please and he says well the good news is your ankle is broken or fractured but the bad news is I now know why you have been in so much pain. If you remember I was having a lot of problems with the joints in my hips and legs and feet plus my feet kept swelling up really big. Well it turns out that I have whats called Inflammation in my legs? That is when I said what in heavens name is that. So Dr. Shoemaker (oh ya that's my docs name) says well everyone has a normal amount of Inflammation in their bodies but their count is usually right at about 20 and yours is 58. I think at that point I about fainted. So I asked the normal questions anyone would ask, What is causing this and what do we do to fix the problem? Anyway to make a long story short I have another apt. on Wednesday to find out what is causing all these problems and he is going to put me on an Anti-Inflammatory medication to help control the problem. Now my only hope is that this isn't something that i am going to have to worry about for the rest of my life. We shall see, and I will keep you updated. As for the whole weight loss thing I'm still working those kinks out with my doctor and insurance company. Hopefully we will have a solution to my weight loss problem soon, whether it be a program or surgery we shall see.

Now for some better news Happy Mothers Day to all of you Moms out there that might be reading this blog. I hope you had a great day today and got all the good time you wanted with your families. I know I did.

When will it stop

OK sorry it has been a couple of days since i last posted but I have not been in the best of shape. I have been having a lot of trouble with the joints in my legs and feet so I went to the doctor yesterday and he did a bunch of screenings on me. He said most likely the cause of my pain is either due to arthritis or my weight. I hope its just the weight thing because I'm to young to be falling apart already. Plus he is going to help me start a weight loss program through Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville. Which is great but first we need to find out why i cant loose the weight and fix that problem. Anyway I just want the pain to go away. I'm really tired of feeling like I'm 80 when I'm only 30. I hope i know something soon.

Just another rainy day

well just like i thought its another rainy day. I love it when it rains because everything seems to be just a little bit greener. I'm a sucker for spring if you haven't guessed yet.

Well just 6 more weeks until Girls Camp and i cant wait. I want it to be tomorrow but its not. I am so excited but then again i am always excited to go to girls camp. I love watching how the girls really bond with each other and grow not only as individuals but also as sisters. They are really wonderful girls. I will miss those that will not be coming this year and hope that they do well in whatever endeavor they are pursuing this summer, whether its a family vacation or off to collage or something else. Its always a good time of year when Camp comes around.

Got to love thoes rainy days

Today was one of those days when all you need is a good book and some quiet time. It has rained here all day and I have to say I loved it. I got to read while the kids were at school and dale slept. It was very relaxing and on top of it all my joints haven't hurt at all today which is surprising considering the fact that it rained all day but maybe they are just getting use to the weather. Who knows, all I know is that I was nice and comfortable all day today. The only down side is that the rain always makes me just a little bit sleepy, but I guess that's true for everyone. Anyway the kids came home from school and did their chores without complaint and dale woke up to spend time with the family, so i didn't get to finish reading my book, but it hasn't stopped raining and the kids really have not been fighting so all in all it has been a great day. I hope tomorrow is this good too.

Are you prepaired

I just got this off a friends blog and thought all of you might be interested in it as well. Thanks Laura. Your a life saver.

May: Basic Medicines
Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, anti-diarrheal, antacids, cough drops, cold meds, Benadryl (check all exp dates!)

June: First Aid
band aids, butterfly stitches, cotton, cotton swabs, gauze pads, first aid tape, alcohol swabs, moleskin

July: 72 Hour Emergency Kits
Inventory them if you already have them o create one for each member of your family. Check exp dates often and outgrown clothing. This is a good Family Home Evening project.

August: Canning
Rings, lids and jars. Look for bargains at yard sales

September: Cleaning
Bleach, cleanser, dish soap, disinfectant, vinegar, baking soda, laundry detergent

October: Storage
Freezer bags, garbage bags, aluminum foil, plastic containers. Save those PETE containers and use for food and water storage. They are the thick, clear plastic ones with the triangle and arrows on the bottom...the ones that take a 1000 something years to break down.

November: Paper Products
Toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex, journals, writing tablets

December: Oil and Vinegar
Olive and vegetable oil, white and apple cider vinegar.

January: Lighting
Oil, oil lamps, wicks, candles, matches, lighters, batteries, flashlights

February: Toiletries
Shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, razors, soap, feminine products, diapers and wipes

March: Ointments and Creams
Baby oil, Vaseline, burn cream, body moisturizer, chap stick, Cortisone cream, antibiotic cream

April: Essential Baking

salt, baking soda, baking powder, yeast, corn starch, corn syrup, spices, vinegar

I highly recommend checking out this blog for LOTS more info. Most hardships are resolved in 90 days....plain and simple. If you have a 3 month reserve (everyday food and supplies as well as financially), difficult times become a bit easier to handle and you can be more confident in yourself and your ability to care for your family. It can't hurt!

Food Storage without going broke

I pulled this off my friend Michelle's blog and wanted to share with all my other friends. This is an awesome plan for collecting your food storage. I'm going for it!! And will post you on how it goes.
Food Storage for $5 a Week

Week 1: 6 lbs. salt

Week 2: 5 cans cream of chicken soup

Week 3: 20 lbs. sugar

Week 4: 8 cans tomato soup

Week 5: 50 lbs. wheat

Week 6: 6 lbs. macaroni

Week 7: 20 lbs. sugar

Week 8: 8 cans tuna

Week 9: 6 lbs yeast

Week 10: 50 lbs. wheat

Week 11: 8 cans tomato soup

Week 12: 20 lbs. sugar

Week 13: 10 lbs. powdered milk

Week 14: 7 boxes macaroni and cheese

Week 15: 50 lbs. wheat

Week 16: 5 cans cream of chicken soup

Week 17: 1 bottle 500 multi-vitamins

Week 18: 10 lbs. powered milk

Week 19: 5 cans cream of mushroom soup

Week 20: 50 lbs. wheat

Week 21: 8 cans tomato soup

Week 22: 20 lbs. sugar

Week 23: 8 cans tuna

Week 24: 6 lbs. shortening

Week 25: 50 lbs. wheat

Week 26: 5 lbs. honey

Week 27: 10 lbs. powdered milk

Week 28: 20 lbs. sugar

Week 29: 5 lbs. peanut butter

Week 30: 50 lbs. wheat

Week 31: 7 boxes macaroni and cheese

Week 32: 10 lbs. powdered milk

Week 33: 1 bottle 500 aspirin

Week 34: 5 cans cream of chicken soup

Week 35: 50 lbs. wheat

Week 36: 7 boxes macaroni and cheese

Week 37: 6 lbs. salt

Week 38: 20 lbs. sugar

Week 39: 8 cans tomato soup

Week 40: 50 lbs. wheat

Week 41: 5 cans cream of chicken soup

Week 42: 20 lbs. sugar

Week 43: 1 bottle 500 multi-vitamins

Week 44: 8 cans tuna

Week 45: 50 lbs. wheat

Week 46: 6 lbs. macaroni

Week 47: 20 lbs. sugar

Week 48: 5 cans cream of mushroom soup

Week 49: 5 lbs. honey

Week 50: 20 lbs. sugar

Week 51: 8 cans tomato soup

Week 52: 50 lbs.wheat

Some weeks you will have leftover change. Save the change each week to be used for the weeks you may exceed $5 (like wheat or milk).You will end up with:

500 lbs. wheat, 180 lbs. sugar, 40 lbs. powdered milk, 12 lbs. salt, 10 lbs. honey, 5 lbs. peanut butter, 45 cans of tomato soup, 15 cans of cream of mushroom soup, 15 cans of cream of chicken soup, 24 cans of tuna, 21 boxes of macaroni and cheese, 500 1,000 multi-vitamins, 6 lbs. of yeast, 6 lbs. of shortening, 12 lbs. of macaroni. This should be enough to sustain TWO people for ONE year. For every two people in your family add $5.00more and double or triple the amount of the item you are buying that week.