Busy Week!

Hi There
As usual things have been busy round these parts, this last week we have had a few visitors- Uncle Mike, Dewi & Murray over from Oz. Uncle Paul, Aunty Janice & Riki down from Te Puke. And Lisa-poor student came for Lunch ;)

Gabe had his "Going to a Wedding" Haircut :)

 

Also this weekend my little sister Kim got Married! Kim & Simon were married at the Mission in Napier, and it was a wonderful day. The Bridal party looked amazing, and the reception was filled with lots of laughter, yummy food and lots of good wine..this was followed by dancing and alot of chatting. Even Gabe was dancing! Somehow I lost my shoes so it was a long walk home,and at least this time when I left the Mission I hadn't lost Gabe, and we weren't covered in Red Wine (Remember that one Carl & Casey!!)
This week we are looking forward to a low key week, catching up on work and things round the house. There is not much sewing going on here as my machine is in getting fixed (I think its protesting at being overworked!)
We are thinking of running away for a little holiday before I start back at Massey...where to go???
Have a fun week
Nell xxxxx

We are still Here!!

Hey There!

We are in fact still here, things have been busy and I have not had access to a computer( I now have my one back), just the iPad so blogging sorta went out the window!

Fizz Checking out the New Computer

Over the past few months we have both been busy Gabe is working like crazy and I have been doing quite a few shows and custom orders!  (as well as finally making us our own quilts)

Gabe's PACMAN Quilt!

There has been no travel happening here lately apart from trips to Wellington, Greytown and Napier. And yes we are getting itchy feet. VERY itchy. We are thinking and planning something this year so stay tuned you may be getting a visit from us!
Fizz is doing well, and we are very happy to announce she has her FINAL chemo this week. It has been a long stretch but we are almost there. She has experienced alot of fur loss, but is also beginning to feel alot better and has been catching quite a few birds (and eating them), the odd cicada and even a fly! We cannot wait for when we don't have to take her to the Vets every week! The Vets and Nurses are sad that they will miss out on their weekly cuddles from Fizz, but are also very pleased that she is sooooo much better!
Last week we had a very fun Superbowl party and I made a few YUMMY things, one of the new dishes I made was "Hot Bean Dip", it was so easy to make and everyone loved it...So next time you have a crowd to feed give it a go! Its SOOOOO EASY!

Hot Bean Dip

Hot Bean Dip

1 can of re-fried beans

1 Jar of Salsa (any flavor you like)

Mix the 2 together and mix in chopped chillies or Jalapenos (what ever you can handle- we have about 3 tablespoons and it’s spicy!)

Top with grated cheese and pop in a 180 degree oven for approx 15min until cheese is melted

Top the Bean dip with any of the following (Whatever you like- We like the works!)

Chopped Avocado

Chopped Tomatoes

Chopped Jalapenos

Chopped Olives

Chopped Capsicum

Chopped Spring Onions

Sour Cream

Serve with a big bowl of Corn chips

Any way better go and do some sewing!
I will be back!
Nell