interview

I had my interview Monday with Ward County Social Services. I think it went very well and my experience was helpful in answering questions. The women who interviewed me seemed nice and it helps that my sister-in-law, mother-in-law and former boss all have ties there and could recommend me. They said they would most likely make a decision at the end of the week. Fingers crossed.

Bottle blonde

Born a blonde...grown to brown. The story of my hair. My last highlight and lowlight was a week before our wedding and with the expenses of our home and such I have put off having it colored. I finally broke down and made an appointment for Thursday mostly because I have an important interview Monday and I don't want my 3" roots showing. Someday I will give up the blonde look; but for now, I can not fathom the thought of...gasp...brown hair. So tomorrow I will hand over another Benjamin and keep living an illusion.

If you are unaware...Barbie turns 50 on March 9th. I grew up playing with Barbie and my Grandma Anne had a knack for having a new outfit for Barbie just about every week when I was really into them. Original Barbies in the box are collectors items and I think I may just purchase the 50th Anniversary doll. At $50.00 she is sure to be worth something in another 50 years for my children.

I have an interview Monday with Ward County Social Services. yay!

Don had a crappy night's sleep and we know nothing til they read the study.

Freedom!!!

We have officially payed off every cent of our credit card debt today! And I plan to not have any ever again!!!

Apnea?

I have been telling Don for years now that his breathing pauses while he sleeps. He had to take his Department of Transportation physical last week and failed due to his admitted sleep issues. So now he finally went in and did a sleep study last night. I will soon find out how it went and if I possibly have to listen to a CPAP machine the rest of my life.

More later...

Top 3

The latest three foods I have had and I love, love, love are....



Pioneer Woman's Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Pioneer Woman's Apple Dumplings

Betty Crocker Warm Delights Molten Caramel Cake

Bobo

My dogs love Bobo as well.

(Excuse my awful picture taking abilities.)

Spicy Garlic Wing Sauce

I love this sauce at Buffalo Wild Wings and made it at home this evening.

1 Cup of Frank's Red Hot cayenne pepper sauce
1/3 Cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon course ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 egg yolk
2 teaspoons water
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic, if desired

In a medium saucepan, heat Frank's, egg yolk, vegetable oil on low heat, whisk to combine. Then add sugar, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce. Heat through. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water, then add to sauce until desired consistency is reached. Minced garlic may be added at this time if desired. Toss on cooked chicken wings or use as a condiment.

Love it

My old hair straightener was frying my hair and needed to go. So Friday it's replacement arrived in the mail. I have found it is my new best friend and worth every penny. One swipe per strand and it's stick straight.

Career

As some of you may know, jobs in my career field are few and far between in Minot. After another couple of months of waiting for something to open, one has come along. I applied for this same job in November and made it to 12 on the list. I am hoping that with some re-wording on my application I can make it into the top 10 (they are given interviews). I will be sending in my app tomorrow. Wish me luck!!