The past few weeks in our household have been pretty rough. We went from a stomach bug that lasted about 8 hours for Chris and me and about 5 days for poor Charlie to a nasty head cold with lots of boogers for Isaac and me. We've left the house to grocery shop and take a few walks, but have done little else.
I have been menu planning and cooking and we've found some really great meals. Unfortunately, I just haven't been up to posting. I've mentioned before that I've been dealing with depression and after observing myself for the past few months, I've realized that my depression (and anger, irritability, over-eating, sleeping as much as possible and more) is linked to my menstrual cycle.
I went to see my doctor and we discussed the possibility that I could be dealing with PMDD. The treatment for PMDD is usually anti-depressants. I've been down that road before and opted to try something else first to see if it works. Birth control can sometimes help, so for the meantime, I am back on birth control. Month One is almost down. It can take three months to be completely effective, so we'll see how it goes. Last week was my rough week and apart from some lingering phlegm from my head cold, I'm back to my normal self this week!
Monday
L: Leftovers
D: Smoky Pork with Quinoa Pilaf (new family favorite)
Tuesday
L: PB&J, Grapes, Chips
D: Saucy Parmesan Chicken, Egg Noodles, Broccoli
Wednesday
L: Beans & Cheese Quesadillas (from freezer)
D: Spinach Cheese Lasagna
Thursday
L: Leftover Lasagna
D: Modified Turkey Tetrazzini
Friday
L: English Muffin Pizzas
D: Baked Potatoes
Saturday
L: Kraft Spiral Mac&Cheese with Turkey & Broccoli
D: Whiskey Steak Tips, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Minty Peas
Sunday
L: Leftovers
D: Pork Chops with Orange Sauce, Couscous, Herbed Green Beans
I will also be making an orange version of this Lemon Fluff Dessert that we first made last summer. I can't wait to try it!
