This & That

I know it's been a minute since my last post but not much going on in the Hays house. I had the day off today and spent my morning torchering myself in Hobby Lobby and HomeGoods because I was trying to be good and not spend any money before pay day! Our new Hobby Lobby opened just down the street and I finally got the chance today to take my grand tour. Let me tell you, that place is huge!! When the swinging doors opened I thought I had died and went to heaven! I must have went down every isle from the gardening section to the fabric section; even though I don't garden or sew. Then I went to HomeGoods. If you've never been in one you need to try it. They are very affordable and their stuff is really cute! BUT...you and my husband will be proud...I didn't spend a dime!! Yay me! Oh, don't worry, now that I know what I want it won't take me as long to find it next time! hehe!

I did want to share a recipe with you though. For Valentine's day Andrew and I went to a restaurant called Carvers. We ordered the bruschetta for an appetizer and it was to die for! I'm usually not a fan of tomatoes but this was so good. I tried to re-create it tonight and I didn't do so bad if I must say! You have to try this! Here's what you need:

1 loaf french bread (I used whole wheat so I wouldn't feel bad going back for 2nds!)
a few tbsp goat cheese (if that scares you then by all means use mozzarella!)
1 can diced tomatoes
a few tbsp pesto (we had some store bought pesto in a jar, or you can make it)
fresh basil to taste

Cut the bread into slices then spread your cheese onto the bread. Place in the oven til cheese is melted and bread is toasted.
While your bread is in the oven, heat your tomatoes and pesto in a saucepan until bubbly.
Remove bread from oven and cover with tomato/pesto mixture.
Garnish with fresh basil

It's super easy and of course you can change it up and make it however you like it!

I can definitely say that the married life has taught me to be more adventurous with cooking. I used to never cook or even think about it. The only thought I ever put into eating was, "Do I want Chick-fil-a or Milo's or Zaxby's, etc." Now, don't get me wrong! I still love the fast food! There's nothing like a #5 8ct w/ dt. Dr. Pepper! I like to cook and try new things now. Instead of buying frozen pizza at the store I make my own. I decide what I want on it and voila! It's actually pretty fun and alot more healthier! Plus, we don't have room in our freezer for a big pizza box so I had to improvise! AND I'm all about healthy food that tastes good!! Ugh, now if I could only be this excited about working out! Lord, help me!