Running through the T

I feel a little guilty writing this because I know my husband can do it so much more justice. But recently we had a once in a lifetime opportunity for any Vol fan. We got to run through the T before a football game in Neyland Stadium. As fundraisers for the athletic program, Seth's great aunt and uncle have had the opportunity to participate in pre-game festivities before. When they were offered the chance again this year and couldn't go, they asked us to take their place. Of course!!!

 Before the game we got to spend some time on the field. I was a little nervous about tripping in front of 100,000 people on the field. But everything was wonderful!

Can you spot us? I have turned the corner and Seth is slow trotting, taking it all in and about to round the corner. It's definitely an adrenaline rush and so hard to put into words. It's still hard to believe that we actually got to participate in such a long-standing UT tradition that so few people get to do. Thank you so much Dwight and Ann for allowing us the amazing opportunity!

Rocky Top Wreath

So I realize it's been Football Time in Tennessee for nearly 3 weeks now. But I am just getting around to sharing my UT wreath. Very similar to one of my Christmas wreaths found here. Stocked up on everything to make this at an after Christmas sale last winter. Still in search of some orange and white checkered or gingham ribbon. Now let's go get a W at the swamp this weekend! GO VOLS!

 

Fabric and Feather Boutonneires

Some of you may remember the fabric flower bouquet I recently completed (if you call May recently). I finally finished the boutonnieres to match! The flowers are the same process and the feather and burlap were inspired from some wedding crafts she did herself. I think they turned out quite nicely!

 All of them together!

 Close up! I hope she likes them :)

Knoxy Bear's Birthday!

Tomorrow is my sweet baby Knox's second birthday! Since tomorrow is a Monday we celebrated today, or all weekend rather!

 Seth thinks this piece of cake was a bit too big!

 Knox didn't seem to think so...

 Must have been good. He cleaned the plate!

It's safe to say that Knox had a pretty great birthday already! Looking forward to many more to come!

Peach Trifle Recipe

This past weekend Seth and I made our annual trip to the river with his dad's side of the family. It is such a fun tradition always filled with time on the water, games and great food. Seth's grandmother, Mimi, is well-known amongst our friends for her delicious salsa. It really is the world's greatest! This weekend she made a Peach Trifle. And to no surprise, it was incredible. So incredible that the first day I got back (today) I had to stop on the side of the road for fresh peaches to make this yummy dessert!

I plan on taking this dish to work tomorrow so excuse my lackluster presentation. Normally I would strive to have it look something like this photo below but my trifle dish doesn't transport very well. And frankly, I've come to realize my extra work on presentation rarely alters the taste!

You can use strawberries too. Don't wait to try this out for yourself! It is so easy and peaches are perfect right now.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cold milk
• 2 packages (1 ounce each) instant sugar-free white chocolate pudding mix
• 1 prepared angel food cake (cut into cubes)
• 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries (or can double up on peaches)
• 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
• 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed

Directions:
Mix pudding and milk until thick.  Spread half of angel food cake cubes in a dish. Top with half of peaches (and strawberries) and spread with half pudding mix. Layer all three again. Top with whipped topping. Enjoy!

My first year at the river 5 years ago!

 All 7 grandkids skiing together... the 10th year!