March 17, 2009

New pics! New Recipe!

Hey, just wanted to share a new pic from this weekend. :) I feel like I just haven’t been taking a whole lot of pics of us lately, so I’ve been trying to take one on Sunday afternoons before night church recently. Yes, I know, you probably recognize this background from the last pic. ;) But it’s the only room in the house that has even remotely decent lighting.. :p

{ new recipe! } red beans & rice

I also wanted to share a new recipe!! This is my newest go-to meal when I need something quick, easy, filling and delicious. Red beans & rice is the definition of comfort food to me, because the first time I had it, my bestie friend Stewy made it for me when we stayed with him in Atlanta after having Lasik. The surgery was pretty rough for me, so here’s what my day was like: Didn’t eat anything all day, had the surgery, went back to Stewy’s house, pitched an ever-loving FIT because I did not want to put my eye drops in (stung too bad to open my eyes), took this amazingly wonderful sleeping pill that knocked me out, slept for 6 hours, woke up at 11 pm and ate 2 huge helpings of red beans & rice. That was in December. I’ve probably made it once a week since then.

This is Stewy. He made me red beans & rice. It was goooood. Stewy got the recipe from his friend who made it for him when he was visiting him in New Orleans. It’s authentic. He was down there cheering for Auburn in the 2004 season Sugar Bowl. BTW, if you guys don’t hear from me in a while it’s because Stewy has killed me for calling him Stewy in public.

So! Did ya’ll like last week’s giveaway?? Are you ready for another one?? :) Who here has heard of Project 365? (raise your hand) Who here likes to digital scrapbook? (raise your hand) Who here would LOVE to win a *gorgeous* digital scrapbooking kit made by the lovely and talented Crystal Wilkerson – famous designer at twopeasinabucket.com?? (raise your hand!!! :D) Even if you haven’t really started digital scrapbooking yet, Crystal’s kits make it *super* easy. I think these are great kits for beginners, because she includes templates and all you have to do is drag in your pictures, add your journaling, add a few of her beautiful embellishments and POOF! You have your FIRST digital scrapbooking page ever!! :)

These are Crystal’s January, February and March kits. { Click to enlarge } You may recognize some of the elements from Crystal’s March kit from my blog! Seriously, her March kit is one of *the* most versatile digital scrapbooking kits I have *ever* seen. I think it is a must-have for anyone- whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting to be curious about digital scrapbooking! And that’s why I want you to have it! I’m teaming up with Crystal and we’re going to be giving away one kit from her Project 365 collection once a month here at kevinandamanda.com! Since it’s already March, we’re going to play catch up and have THREE winners this time!! One will win January’s kit, one will win February’s kit, and one will win March’s kit! To be entered to win one of Crystal’s Project 365 Digital Scrapbooking kits, all you have to do is leave a comment on this post. One entry per person, please! The winners will be chosen by their comment numbers, which will be picked by Random.org’s number generator. Contest will run until 11:59 pm CST on Wednesday, March 18th, 2009. But that’s not all! Want to win April’s kit?? Head on over to Crystal’s new blog and leave a comment to win the April 2009 Project 365 kit! April’s kit won’t be given away over here so don’t be shy! Go on over there and introduce yourself to Crystal. ;) And stay tuned! May’s kit will be next! ;)

Thanks for looking!!!

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117 Comments

1 Becca H. March 17, 2009 at 3:41 am: Love your latest fonts! And I love digital scrapbooking! Thanks for this contest! :)
2 Brittany March 17, 2009 at 3:45 am: I love the kits! Thanks so much for sharing!!
3 Sherri Canterbury March 17, 2009 at 3:45 am: Amanda, this recipe looks AMAZING! I can’t wait to try it! :o)
4 Dee March 17, 2009 at 4:01 am: I love all your crafts, ideas and recipes……but my personal favorite is Howie and Miley – Hannah and I would love to see some new pictures!! Thanks……
5 Cathy March 17, 2009 at 4:16 am: Oh these kits are gorgeous… thanks for the opportunity to win one. And my advice… don’t tell “Stewy” about the blog post just yet… we need you around a while longer!
6 Purpley March 17, 2009 at 4:22 am: I love digital scrapbooking too! :]]]
7 Julie March 17, 2009 at 5:09 am: The kits are awesome, as is everything on your site. Thanks!
8 Joann March 17, 2009 at 5:34 am: I just can’t say enough about your site
you are awesome!
blessings,
9 Elizabeth March 17, 2009 at 5:42 am: Thanks for the opportunity to get a kit…
10 Tracy March 17, 2009 at 5:51 am: I haven’t started digital scrapbooking – yet… I am not sure how to do it & would love this kit to help get me started with the thousands of digital pictures I need to get in an album & get journaled. I love the paper craft of scrapbooking, but don’t have the time to get all my pictures into albums.

Thanks!
11 Tina March 17, 2009 at 6:20 am: I love your posts – digital scrapping and recipes in the same place! I’m a total newbie at digital scrapping, (and pretty much in the kitchen, too!) so I totally appreciate everything you write. Thank you!
12 Glynis March 17, 2009 at 6:25 am: I’m totally trying that recipe…my kids may even eat it ;)! Thanks for a great blog, Amanda!
13 Diane Davies March 17, 2009 at 6:51 am: Love the colors in the digi kits. I haven’t done any digi scrapping and if I do I’m sure I’d do hybrid because I need texture and dimension on my page. If I won this kit I just might try. : )
14 Reba March 17, 2009 at 7:00 am: I’m so excited! I will just have to try the beans and rice meal tonight!

Thanks for the chance to win… really love reading your blog! Making a rag quilt is still on my to-do list! :-)
15 Linda March 17, 2009 at 7:05 am: I am totally new at digital scrapbooking, but would love to try it! Thanks for all the neat ideas!
16 katie m March 17, 2009 at 7:07 am: Pick me! Pick me! :)
Ha. I’d definitely use this. Thanks for the contest.
17 Cara March 17, 2009 at 7:23 am: oooh! I definately wanted to make one of these!
18 becki March 17, 2009 at 7:23 am: found you from crystal’s blog. am looking forward to seeing what you have and maybe finally get started again on scrapbooking!! fingers crossed.
19 Monica March 17, 2009 at 7:25 am: Love the photo of you and Kevin, and did you take the picture of Stewy? I love the tone… how’d you do that? Did you use an action? Love the color. BTW… scrapbooking Kits, WAY WAY CUTE!
20 jen@ourdailybigtop March 17, 2009 at 7:30 am: What a great kit – this would be an easy way to get started on digital scrapbooking. Thanks!
21 Candice S. March 17, 2009 at 7:33 am: I just love your blog! You’re always so informative! And when you have something to give away, that just makes it even more fun!!!

I had to raise my hand on all:

I am actually totally committed to my Project 365; and I love it!!! I am so glad I decided to do it. My project 365 can be found here: http://www.candi1973project365.blogspot.com

And then of course I love digital scrapping. I am new at the whole digi scene, but I am learning fast and I loooove it! Amd I would LOOOOOOOVE, LOOOOOVE, LOOOVE to win one of Crystal’s kits!! They’re fabulous! I love them all, but I agree, I think the March kit rocks!!

Lastly, thank you for sharing that recipe, looks yummy and I am going to give it a go! I am not really great in the kitchen, but think I can handle this! :-)

Thank you for all you do.

Candi
22 Marey March 17, 2009 at 7:50 am: I love your blog and visit it quite often. Your fonts are awesome :) Your new blog header & colors here look wonderful!!!
23 Casie March 17, 2009 at 7:58 am: That recipe looks great. I think I will try it this week. The recipe looks similar to a Jambalya I make.
Take a box of Zateran’s Jambalya mix (in the rice isle)add a link of sausage sliced into thin circles (I use turkey smoked sausage to cut the fat a little). I chop up 1/2 onion. Add a can of diced tomatoes, a can of kidney beans, and a can of corn. Follow the directions on the box and I just dump all the extras in at the begining and let to all come to a boil. It is delicious.
24 Peg Boyd March 17, 2009 at 8:03 am: Wow, I love your fonts and your website, I covet your scraproom! Just all around *great*. I have done limited digital so I hope I win this kit :)
25 Christy March 17, 2009 at 8:08 am: I love your idea of giving away free kits. I hope I win. :) Your site is always soooo inspiring. I’m redesigning my website and using yours as inspiration. Thanks!
26 Courtney L March 17, 2009 at 8:08 am: I’ve been eyeballing those kits, oh how I would love to win one! Thanks for the great blog.
27 Susan March 17, 2009 at 8:09 am: Oh I love red beans and rice, it is actually one of two ways I will eat beans. (Otherwise I can’t even stomach them!) Can’t wait to try this recipe!
28 lori March 17, 2009 at 8:09 am: yeah- love these kits and the contest!Thanks-lori
29 Kasandra March 17, 2009 at 8:13 am: Absolutely LOVE your site! You inspire me!!!! Can hardly wait to try digital scrapbooking!!!
30 Renae Reis March 17, 2009 at 8:17 am: Maybe if I look at your blog multiple times a day some of your creativity will rub off on me! Until then i’ll just have to hope to win the 365 kit so I can have a little help in that department!! Great stuff!
31 Nicoleigh March 17, 2009 at 8:18 am: The kids look fabulous! How fun they would be. I don’t scrapbook too much, but I know I would find a use for them. Or, maybe I would even start doing some digital scrapbooking. Thanks!
32 Mel March 17, 2009 at 8:24 am: I’m loving all the new changes and additions to the blog…it’s great to have a spring “makeover!” Thanks for the chance to win!
33 Becky March 17, 2009 at 8:24 am: I’ve never tried digital scrap booking B4 but hope I win so I can try it. I will have to try the new recipe. Anything with smoked sausage has to be good. My favorite dish is smoked sausage, served with a side of fried apples and separate side of lima beans. YUMMM ;) Great pics. By the way congrats on making the cover of Creating Keepsakes magazine. Amerie is sure to be a super model in the future. She is a beauty. Happy St. Patty’s Day !!!
34 Pam March 17, 2009 at 8:25 am: I love to digital scrap and would love to win one of the fabulous kits! I am going have to try and make that recipe for my hubby. I am not a huge fan of beans but I know he would love it! Thanks for sharing.
35 Misty March 17, 2009 at 8:42 am: I found your blog randomly one day while looking for cute fonts and I fell in love! You do such a cute job and I love everything you post. I look forward to this contest, thanks!
36 Liza March 17, 2009 at 8:49 am: Me me me!! I’ve been taking at least 1 picture a day for Project 365 since January 1st this year. I saw this kit and have wanted it since. Fingers are crossed!!
37 Kristin O March 17, 2009 at 8:50 am: I am going to try digital scrapbooking (my software comes tomorrow!) and would love to win one of these kits! Thanks for a chance!
38 Brooke - in Oregon March 17, 2009 at 8:58 am: I am enjoying P365, I am a bit behind on my layouts but not my picture taking! :) LOVE LOVE LOVE Crystal’s style and found her blog by searching google and finding you! :)
39 Ashlee March 17, 2009 at 9:12 am: I love everything about your website!! The recipe looks fantastic, too!
40 Heather S March 17, 2009 at 9:33 am: Count me in! :)
41 Rebecca March 17, 2009 at 9:33 am: Your new blog design looks great!
42 Crystal March 17, 2009 at 9:38 am: I love all scrapbooking! I have “fiddled” with some digital scrapbooking and have learned to love it as well. At first I was like “Eh. Digital scrapbooking doesn’t have the personal touch.” But it does!! I did some for my mom, husband’s grandmother, and my son for Christmas thru snapfish. They love them!!! Good luck everyone!!! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!!!
43 Jenn March 17, 2009 at 9:43 am: Well, I haven’t really gotten into digital scrapbooking, but this looks like a great way to start.
Love your blog, love the recipes, love you guys!!
44 Lindsay~ Passenger Seat Kind of Girl March 17, 2009 at 9:49 am: I’m so scared to start digital scrapbooking! It’s intimidating me and I’m not sure why! Maybe the WIN of a really cool kit would do the trick..and get me hooked!

Lindsay
http://passengerseatkindofgirl.blogspot.com/
45 Jennifer U March 17, 2009 at 9:54 am: I’ve loved your blog layouts and now that you’ve shared Crystal’s blog I’m even more excited. The March kit is fantastic and I can’t wait to see April’s!

How nice of you two to be giving away her kits. I can’t wait!

Thanks again!
46 rachel in Cali. March 17, 2009 at 10:00 am: OMG! Hadn’t even thought about doing a digital 365! Maybe that’s because I’ve never made a digital page! LOL! Gotta start somewhere. :0)
Thanks for such a fun giveaway!
rachel
47 Judi Llively March 17, 2009 at 10:06 am: I’d love to win a digital scrapbooking kit. Maybe it would make me get off my fanny and get it done.
48 Diana March 17, 2009 at 10:11 am: I am soooo new to all of this stuff but I love it! I totally want to learn how to do digital scrapbooking. I can’t wait! Hope I win! Thanks!
-diana
49 Marta March 17, 2009 at 10:21 am: Fabulous as usual!
50 Rebecca March 17, 2009 at 10:28 am: Loved your last giveaway…I can’t wait to see how my illustration turns out! Next time you are in Atlanta…you better send me an email!
51 Claudia March 17, 2009 at 10:31 am: LOVE the kits! Thanks for the opportunity to win one :)
52 Demetria March 17, 2009 at 10:36 am: That red beans and rice looks very nice… thanks for the gift opportunity!
53 Carolyn March 17, 2009 at 10:41 am: Stewy, huh? I hope he loves you a LOT now that he’s famous for being “Stewy”! =0) You made me smile.
54 Amy March 17, 2009 at 10:43 am: Love this! I want to get into digital scrapbooking, but just a little scared. Maybe this will be the push!
55 Becky S March 17, 2009 at 10:46 am: I looove the kits! The recipe sounds awesome too, I’ll have to try it soon. Thanks Amanda!
56 Pat March 17, 2009 at 10:48 am: Love your fonts.recipes and give aways.Will certainly have to try digital scrapbooking now too.Thanks for the opportunity to win.
57 Olga March 17, 2009 at 11:19 am: Happy St. Patty’s Day… I’m so excited about the new contest. I’ve never done digital scrapbooking and would love try it out! Good luck everyone!
58 Stephanie March 17, 2009 at 12:12 pm: Amanda-I love your website. Ran across it one day and now I’m HOOKED. I visit every day just to see what’s going on. Love your recipes, scrapbooking ideas, pics…everything. LOVE IT!
59 terri d March 17, 2009 at 12:27 pm: What cute digi kits. I worked with Crystal at our LSS and she was a talented sweet girl that I’m so happy to see is doing so well…. we miss our lss and all those who we would regularly see. Hi there to Crystal and glad to see she’s teaming up with amanda and kevin.
60 Cindi March 17, 2009 at 12:28 pm: Love Crystal’s kits! So well designed and versatile! I was going to pick up one today at 2peas, but I think I’ll wait for the drawing now ;)
61 Renee March 17, 2009 at 12:38 pm: How exciting!! I’ve been curious about digital scrapbooking and am so excited about getting the chance to win one!! Thanks, Amanda!!
62 Mindy Hunsaker March 17, 2009 at 12:39 pm: Thanks for all your fun ideas and your recipes. I would love to win a kit and start scrapbooking digital!!
63 Joscelyn Reuter March 17, 2009 at 1:12 pm: PICK ME! PICK ME!! :)

I would love to start digital scrapbooking! I am such a fan of your page, keep it comin!
64 Jennifer March 17, 2009 at 1:21 pm: I am getting this digital thing figured out. Love your website and your yummy recipes.
65 belle007 March 17, 2009 at 2:19 pm: Found your blog through Crystal’s blog, which I found from the digiscrap 101 blog!
66 Judi Vrieling March 17, 2009 at 2:25 pm: I have yet to digital scrapbook – everytime I see a layout done I think I want to try it, but haven’t yet gotten over my fear of the unknown. Would love to try though – thanks for the chance to win.

Judi
67 Paula March 17, 2009 at 2:31 pm: I love the new look of your site. thanks for the chance to win one of Crystals kits. I enjoy your recipes.
68 Erica March 17, 2009 at 2:33 pm: Love your site, fonts, and especially your scrapbook room! We are in the middle of making mine! I’m so excited and can’t wait for it to be finished!!! Fun contest, I would love any of them, the are too cute! :)
69 sohobutterfly March 17, 2009 at 2:59 pm: Ooooooooooh, how I would LOVE to win this giveaway! Wooooooooooot!! Thanks for thinking of us, Mandy!! :o)
70 Joy Gross March 17, 2009 at 3:31 pm: wooohooo a chance to win something how fun.. pick me pick me… *grin*
71 Patty D. March 17, 2009 at 3:43 pm: What a fun giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win!!
72 Aimee March 17, 2009 at 4:07 pm: Pick me! Pick me! I’d love to win!
73 Aimee March 17, 2009 at 6:17 pm: I love the pictures you take. Which lens do you use for the portraits in your scrap room? They are so crisp and just look awesome! Anyway, love all you do. :)
74 Karen Johnston March 17, 2009 at 6:39 pm: I absoulutely love your website! Thanks for all the extra work you do to keep new and exciting things coming! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the fabulous recipes and the super cute recipe scrapbook pages! Keep up the good work!
75 Shayna March 17, 2009 at 7:57 pm: Amanda, I love red beans and rice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I had it for the very first time when I went to New Orleans 33 years ago. My hubby and I have it all of the time. It’s one of our favorite comfort foods…..along with mac and cheese :) BTW, we also have 2 Bostons. Their names are Jack and Jill.

Thank you for everything: fonts, recipes, pics, etc. I really enjoy your site.
76 Michele March 17, 2009 at 8:20 pm: Wow! How amazing!! pick me! Pick me!! =0)
77 Jodie Smith March 17, 2009 at 8:48 pm: Love your blog..I’ve actually used alot of your receipes…thanks for the awesome giveaway!
78 Peggy Whisenhunt March 17, 2009 at 9:45 pm: How exciting it would be to win either month. Really enjoy your website, keep up the good work. Peggywhiz
79 kimBinAK March 17, 2009 at 9:47 pm: Hi Kevin and Amanda :) I was over at Crystal’s blog and found your site through her post. I’ve never visited here before, but it looks like a fun and creative site and I can’t wait to explore!

Thanks and hugs from Alaska – kimB
80 Sarah L. March 17, 2009 at 10:03 pm: I just have to say – your site is AMAZING! I’ve had it bookmarked for years and I come back here time and time again!

Thanks for the eye candy with your beautiful work and the inspiration!
81 Hayley March 17, 2009 at 10:04 pm: Most helpful site I’ve seen yet!
82 Amber March 17, 2009 at 10:32 pm: I am in LOVE with this site! You are very creative!
83 Mary March 17, 2009 at 11:16 pm: I love trying out your recipes, and the colours in those kits are gorgeous!
84 donna March 18, 2009 at 12:21 am: hello amanda, boy , you really have been working hard on all your things . i just love looking at all you have done with your pictures and just everything,. i save the day at the beach with miley an harley, hope i spell them right .i must say i am in love with those pretty boston.i got me a nother one and its a giel this time, and i would to learn how to take pics like you do but that would take me forever, and your new front is wonderful. i love coming an see all the new things you having going on, i tell all my friends about you your husband and of couse miley an harel, thanks agin keep up the good work, donna meredith.
85 Lisa March 18, 2009 at 2:04 am: I just downloaded some of your fonts! I am in love!! :D
86 Elaine March 18, 2009 at 7:14 am: Always love seeing what you are doing!
Really need more photos of Miley an Howie!
87 Kay March 18, 2009 at 7:26 am: Hands up for Project 365. Would looooove to win the March kit. :D
88 Teri March 18, 2009 at 7:52 am: Just starting digital scrapbooking and love this site.
Not only do I get terrific fonts, ideas and see great papers I could make but FOOD too! Definitely going to try this new one! I’m glad I found you!!
89 Beverly March 18, 2009 at 8:12 am: Being new to digital scrapbooking, your site is a great resource. Thanks!
90 Bonnie March 18, 2009 at 8:22 am: Always been a fan Amanda! Big Fan! You have come such a long way. I have been following you since the beginning!!

Bonnie
91 Carrie March 18, 2009 at 9:08 am: I have not tried the digital scrapbooking before so I would love to try it. I HOPE HOPE HOPE I win one!
92 Katherine March 18, 2009 at 9:31 am: Wow, Amanda, love the bits ‘n’ pieces you used from Crystal’s kit – isn’t it amazing!? Would love to win one (hint hint! LOL).
93 meanmomdigitalproductions March 18, 2009 at 10:08 am: i found out about cyrstal from two peas in abucket site. I found you threw crystal. love the 365 kit.I’d love to win a new kit.
You can find me at http://meanmomdigitalproductions.blogspot.com
94 Darline March 18, 2009 at 10:51 am: Pick me Pick me Oh how I would LOVE to win the 365 days!!! Because my husband has cut me out on buying DSB thing because he loses his job in July so winning will be the only way I will get a 365 day DSB Template.
95 Carly March 18, 2009 at 11:46 am: I love your site! Thanks so much for everything you share!
96 Marsha March 18, 2009 at 12:04 pm: Hi,
I’m Marsha & just started dabbling in Digi Stuff. I linked here from Krystal’s new blog. Your site has been bookmarked on my computer for a while-LOVE your fonts! I even have Chickie Shannon’s from here, which is how I found Krystal’s new blog-small internet world, huh?
97 Sarah March 18, 2009 at 12:56 pm: Great ideas! How do you like your Lasik now that you’ve had it done for a while? I am looking at doing it too! Gerat ideas and recipes!
98 carrie March 18, 2009 at 2:14 pm: Thanks for the chance to win!
99 Robin March 18, 2009 at 2:45 pm: I am bookmarking your blog!Found you through Crystal’s site. Off to explore more. Thanks for the contest!
100 KelliClark March 18, 2009 at 2:59 pm: Your blog looks great! Thanks so much for holding the drawing!