Mika was craving a light soup type of meal and thank goodness that I had some Trader Joe's Tomato soup laying around. So I whipped it up and made some grilled cheese sandwiches to go with it. A yummy simple meal.
It is workers appreciation week and we got a meal from El pollo loco. Yummy but a bit dry to my liking. I still appreciate it. Thanks Hamptons for this free meal!
I didn't take much photos of our ward Halloween party, so I just took a photo of our table that we were sharing with the Naeata family. And it looked amazing good, with goodies. I say we had the better table tonight. Stay warm and have a blessed week.
Now this came to us by surprise in hearing that my independent and shy niece has a boyfriend. He had a thing for her and now she is into him. I hope all goes well for these two while they are serving our country. Be safe and hope to meet him one day. Luv ya Dira!
Every Wednesday, Henry would bring food from the food bank and this week be brought a ton of bananas. So I thought that it would be a nice treat to give small banana bread to my youth girls and to some of the Relief Society sisters. So I will be giving it to them this coming Sunday after the primary program. I hope they like it since I don't bake much. Well its the thought that counts, right?
Ana writing down what she found for the scavenger hunt
Alice and Brigette posing by the witch painting a master piece
Finé, Ana and Ofa chilling while looking for the next scavenger hunt clue
Ofa, Finé and Ana found the witch on the boat
Mika with the kids on the witching bridge
Brigette and Alice being silly
Tonight we had a youth activity at the Garner village for Halloween. Even though it was a bit nerve racking for me because I don't celebrate this Holiday, but I mustered up the courage to go along with it since I am part of the leadership in our youth program and Mika is in the Bishopric. It is important that we both support our youth programs the best we can and to fellowship our less active youth. We had a fun time doing a scavenger hunt that was provided by Garden Village, we split into 4 teams to make it more challenging. Everyone that was there took photos of the things that they needed to find, which made it more interesting and fun for the kids. Once the festivities were over, Mika and I had the privilege to provide a ride for 2 sisters and their friend, who are staying at a homeless shelter. Before we dropped them of, we went to McDonald's for dinner and this was a memorable moment for me and Mika. These girls never had a Big Mac or Spicy Chicken sandwich. So when they tried it, they were blown away of the yummy flavors and taste of it. Mika told them that they were missing out on trying different burgers at McDonald's and that we were glad they tried it for once. This was a wonderful experience for me to let myself go in the moment of being there for those who may need it. I thank and praise the Lord for times like this.
Putting this together for dinner was easy. Make some rice and fry from Italian sausages with veggies and you are good to go.
When you want spam and eggs but lazy to make rice with it, just make a sandwich with it. A yummy quick meal.
Growing up and living in 38 US States, I have tried many different and similar types of treats, and this one in particular is my favorite, Manner hazelnut wafer cookies. I was living in Hawaii at the time when I first saw this treat. It was yummy and not too sweet. Now that I am older I still enjoy eating this cookie but not as often. Try this cookie out if you want something lightly sweet.
So yesterday as I was doing my typical daily routine of cleaning, a thought came to my mind or should I say names. These names of 3 sisters in my ward came to me as if its important. So I prayed in my mind while I was cleaning, in asking the Lord why did he place these sisters names in my head? Nothing came back to me after I said a prayer and so I continue on with my cleaning. Then suddenly after 40 minutes of no response from the Lord, a thought of cookies and treats popped into my mind. That's when I knew the Lord wanted me to pay them a visit. Even though I don't know these sisters personally, God knew them and wanted me to fellowship. Once I was done cleaning my humble little home, I got got my keys and went to the store to get some goodies for these sisters. While walking around the store, I prayed to God and ask, what kind of treats should I get them? No thought or inspiration came to me. Then I went to the candy else at Walmart to see if anything comes to my mind. Next thing I knew it, an image of a goodie bag came to my mind and I knew what the Lord wanted me to put together. I got everything that I needed at Walmart and the Dollar tree and went home to put it together. It was simple and cute of a goodie bag for the 3 sisters. I put small candy bars, cookies, cheese crackers, a scented candle and a thoughtful note. My note was heartfelt and of caring nature. I wanted to let them know how much they are appreciated and thought of by many in the ward and by the Lord. Even if I don't make an impact on their lives, I know the Lord will. Hope they like it. Now I am off to drop it off at their homes.
Okay now this meal is one of the usual dish I would make whenever I don't feel like cooking anything new. Thanks to my Dad for always bringing Kalua pork from Hawaii whenever he visits. I still had a few packs in my freezer whenever I have one of these kind of lazy days.
I had a few sweet potatoes left and Italian sausages in my refrigerator, so I made a quick meal for tonight.
Enjoy every fun moments she shares overseas in Germany. Dira is doing fantastic but adjusting to the food and people. She is a trooper and strong women, I know she will be ok cause God is with her. Stay well and safe Dira. Luv ya!
Mango shave iced sweet treat
It was a full moon tonight
Our Young Women's Presidency leaders wanted to have a dinner together, where we can get to know each other and find a common ground on how we want to build this presidency and our girls for the coming year. It was a nice outing and I am glad to work along side these amazing ladies. This year will be fun and exciting. Oh yeah the place where we ate at was a Korean restaurant in West Valley called Myung Ga. It was yummy but I wish there was more options that wasn't spicy. Overall, it was a nice experience.
(We got her a few of her favorite treats and "The Office" sweater, since she like the office show)
I want to wish my niece Anzehla and happy 22nd birthday! You have grown to become and amazing women and I hope that Bobby spoils you on this wonderful day. Oh yeah see you later on tonight at his parents house for your little birthday dinner.

Bishop Otuafi wanted to put a spiritual challenge for our youth during October General Conference and he came up with a cool idea. Have the kids pose a question for themselves during GC and write down what inspired them and what they think God's plan is for them. Our youth leader and the Bishopric will drop off notebooks and pens to the youth at their homes and come next week during youth activity on Tuesday to share what inspired them. And a great turn out with the kids during Tuesday's activity. The bishop had them sit on one side and every time one of the kids answered his question, he would have them move to another part of the room, until majority of them were sitting on the other side of the room. His overall message was to have the youth continue to share their thoughts and spiritual inspiration to help others both members and non-members to learn and come unto Christ. It was awesome to see them participate. I hope that the Lord bless these kids to do all that is right and good for them, their family and friends.
Okay I tried my best to make sweet treats or any yummy looking food lately. So when I was craving toffee, I saw this version on YouTube and had to try it. I went to the store and bought all the ingredients.
- 1 cupSalted Butter (or unsalted)
- 1 cupDark Brown Sugar (or packed light)
- 40Salted Saltine Crackers (about 1 sleeve)
- 270 gramsSemi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (or milk)
- addAdditional Toppings (like nuts, candy or sprinkles, optional)
- Bake crackers and toffee for 5 minutes, add chocolate, rest for 3 minutes, smooth and let cool for 15 minutes. Put into refrigerator for 2 hours and break into big pieces and serve.
- This first batch was a bit too sweet so I made a second batch and that was way better. Now I have a sweet treat I can make whenever I'm craving toffee.
