A quiz

1.	What time is it	4:38 p.m.
2.	What's your full name?	Leslie Anne Latino
3.	What are you most afraid of	lizards, spiders, and fire
4.	What's the most recent movie you've seen	New Movie: The Rocketeer Any movie: My Girl 2
5.	Where were you born?	Hammond, LA
6.	Favorite food	Mashed Potatoes
7.	What's your natural hair color	red
8..	Ever been skinny dipping	yes
9.	Love someone so much it made you cry?	I'm not sure on that one...maybe
10.	Ever been in a car accident ?	yes
11.	Croutons or bacon bits	depends where I am but most likely croutons
12.	Ever been on a ship	Yes and I'm going again next week with Mi Madre for her birthday!
13.	Favorite Flower	roses or tulips, I think
14.	Favorite day of the week	Sunday
15.	Favorite sport to watch	Football...What a crazy question to ask a southern girl
16.	Warner Brothers or Disney	Disney
17.	Favorite restaurant	I don't know that I have a favorite. Depends on what kind of food mood I'm in
18.	Favorite drink	Crystal Light Peach Tea
19.	Favorite ice cream	Cookies and Cream
20.	What color is your bedroom carpet	cream sorta kinda
21.	Who will respond to this e-mail the quickest?	This is not an e-mail it is a blog silly survey person
22.	Who will be the last to respond?	see above
23.	Who is the person that you are most curious to see their responses	see above above
24.	How many times did you fail your driver's test	Never...really???
25.	Last person you went to dinner with	Matt or Su...not sure
26.	Favorite TV Show	what's TV???
27.	What do you want to do before you die	Plenty of things...
28.	Before this one, from whom you get your last e-mail	IDK...this is silly!
29.	Which came first, the chicken or the egg?	God :)
30.	Park or Zoo	Zoo!
31.	Have you been overseas?	Just on a cruise
32.	What do you do when you are bored	Play around on the computer, read, take naps :)
33.	What are your favorite colors	orange and purple but not together
34..	How many people are you sending this e-mail to?	SEE ABOVE :)
35.	Your usual Bedtime	It used to be early but things change...:)
36.	How many tattoos do you have .	None, thankyouverymuch
37.	How many pets do you have	None...Just don't have time right now
38.	Time you finished this survey	4:45 p.m.

You gotta start somewhere

I feel like these words have been my famous last words over the last 2 months or so...

"You gotta start somewhere"

I feel like this applies in every area of life. Or maybe I should say, the Lord has shown me that this applies in every area of my life.

In relationships...you gotta start somewhere.

In learning something new...you gotta start somewhere.

In taking a trip...you gotta start somewhere.

In making a life changing decision...you gotta start somewhere.

In everything...you gotta start somewhere.

Turkey Pot Pie

So.......Last week I baked a turkey and I was super proud of myself. It was a milestone for me. I was pumped and then I realized that I had a TON of turkey and I had no idea what to do with it. Mom suggested a pot pie so I got a recipe from one of the girls at work and it was TERRIFIC (according to M-Squared). Here's the recipe:

Turkey/Chicken Pot Pie

(Makes 2 pies)

1 stick of margarine

8 tablespoons of flour

1 teaspoon salt

pepper

4 boiled eggs (I used 6)

boiled/baked turkey, chopped

4 cups chicken stock

Ready made pie crust (I got two deep dish frozen already made crusts and then a box of refrigerated pie crusts to put over the top.)

1. Melt butter in stock on low to medium.

2. Add salt and pepper.

3. Slowly add flour a small amount at a time. Stir constantly until thick. (I turned the heat up to thicken it)

4. Put turkey (or chicken) in the bottom of the dish.

5. Add chopped eggs on top.

6. Pour flour mixture on top.

7. Place pie crust on top.

8. Bake at 350 for 20-30 minutes until crust is brown.

I added corn and peas to mine as well. It was AMAZING, at least in my opinion!

Until next time-

Les

Things I love...

Jesus...

Landau Scrubs...

Tagalong Girl Scout Cookies...

My momma...

Vacations...

My job...

Tagalong Girl Scout Cookie Ice Cream...

Cooking...

Friends...

Growing in Christ....

Fellowship...

Hanging out with M-squared...

Clean Sheets...

My Daddy...

iPhone apps...

Baking...

Naps...

New revelations...

Life...

Until next time-

Les

What will be said...

A recent sermon challenged me to think about the things I would want to have said about me once my days on this earth were over. He gave a list of 8 main words that he wanted to have said about him...I am not an 8 word kind of girl but here is what I've been thinking...

Leslie Anne Latino

loved deeply...

gave generously...

trusted the Lord in all things...

was a blessing to those around her...

made a difference in the lives of those she was surrounded by (friends, family, strangers, patients)...

honored the Lord...

maintained purity...

sacrificed for the Kingdom of God...

honored her parents...

worshipped freely and in spirit and truth...

was faithful to her calling...

was a daughter of the King...

Just some thoughts.

Until next time-

Les

Pictures...In completely random order!

These pictures are completely random but here they are!!! We took these on our Valentine's!

The Kingdom of Heaven

During the sermon on Sunday I was reminded by the Lord that I need to be looking for him everywhere. Here are some places I've seen him just in the last few days....

In a conversation with an old friend from home...
In a sweet session with a precious patient of mine...
In the sickness of another person which opened a door for me. Crazy, I know, but God uses all things...
In the encouragement of my sweet boyfriend when I so didn't deserve it...
In the conversation with my sweet friend, Jill...I'm so proud of her spiritual growth...
In the excitement of my dear friends...
In the face of my sweet O-man! (He's really Mandy and Jeff's)
In the excitement of my first turkey cooking adventure...

Seriously, God is everywhere. I'm grateful He has allowed me a page in His story...

Until next time-
Les

Valentine's Day aka Valentine's Eve Eve

Well, hello sweet friends!!! I intended for this blog to have TONS of pictures but for some reason, I'm having issues with the pictures. I'm sure it's a user error!

Here is a quick rundown of my Valentine's.

Matt and I had decided that Friday, February 12th would be our Valentine's because he had to work on Saturday and Sundays are typically just busy by nature. It worked out well because we both got off of work early because of the snow. Matt came over to my apt. about 1:00 and he, Su, and I went to play in the snow. I threw snowballs at him and he let me. He made a snow angel and we built a small and cute snowman with a cooked carrot nose and peanut butter M&M's eyes and mouth. After our snow extravaganza, we came inside and hung out, drinking tea and playing with iPhone apps! I know, look out!!! About 5:00, he started cooking dinner which consisted of a greek chicken dish with orzo pasta with sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese. OH MY! It was so good! I "made" dessert which was girl scout cookies and king cake. I know, I know...I went all out for my man! Then we watched the movies "Fireproof" and "My Girl". It was so nice because neither of us had anywhere to be early on Saturday so we could just hang out Friday night and enjoy each other. It was a blessing.

Oh yeah, we exchanged gifts too. Matt gave me a journal (which he didn't let me keep. That's a story for another day), a card, a poem and SOME REESE PEANUT BUTTER HEARTS!!!!!!!!!!

It was a great day. As we both reflected on the day, we both had the same response..."God is so good to us"

Until next time-
Les

Oh My!

Here is a picture of the sweet treat I received on Saturday!




Until next time-
Les

Amazing Video....

This video blew me away...Check it out!

Cardboard Testimonies

Until next time-

Les

Awards!!! OH MY!!

Today, I got my first (and second) blog award!!! I'm so excited, you would think it was Christmas. Recently, a couple of "speechies" (Rachel and Ashley) that I have never met began following my blog. I've been so blessed by them-it's almost ridiculous!

About this award...apparently there are some rules. I'm supposed to give props to 7 blogs that I love to read and I'm supposed to provide you with 7 amazingly awesome random facts about myself....Brace yourselves!!!

Props #1

My girl Ashley...http://heartsetonhim.blogspot.com/...Ashley and I met when I was in graduate school. We became instant friends. She is super encouraging to me. Our friendship has changed a great deal since I've moved but I still adore her. Her blog is always eye opening and makes me think about life in general! Love you so much Ash!!!

Props #2

Rachel....http://the-pugh-family.blogspot.com/....One of the fellow "speechies" who gave me my first (or second) blog award! This girl is pretty amazing. I enjoy reading her blog and seeing a woman who is so deeply in love with her creator and so deeply in love with her husband as well. It makes me look forward to what could be for me some day. It's pretty cool how the Lord can draw us "speechies" together.

Props #3

Lindsey...http://lindseyandpaulfisher.blogspot.com/...Another "speechie"...Lindsey taught me everything I know :). Lindsey was my supervisor at HealthSouth in the summer of '08. I've been blessed by her blog because it's all about her precious sweet baby. I love to get her updates and see how excited she and Paul are about their baby girl!

Props #4

Ashley...http://amorganslp.blogspot.com/...The 3rd and final "speechie" of the night. SLP's sure can blog. Oh my!!! Nothing like a woman who can be open, honest, real and so encouraging. Enjoy reading her blog each and every time I see an update!!

Props #5

Mandy Moody...http://thatmoodyfamily.blogspot.com/...One of my best friends here in Montgomery. She does not blog much but it's because she is such a good mom to Ollie and wife to Jeff. Mandy constantly lifts me up. I love her because she is completely honest all of the time and that rocks my socks!!

Props #6

Jessika...http://wheregraceoverflows.blogspot.com/...Jessika is married to a guy that I met when I was in Monroe for graduate school...OH MY! I just remembered that she is a "speechie" too!!!!!!! Jessika is precious. She loves her God and her husband A LOT! I love her encouraging and funny words. Always makes me smile.

Props #7

Daphne...http://apollosgal.blogspot.com/...I met Daphne when I was interning at Trace Crossings Elementary school. She recently adopted a son from Ethiopia and her blog is all about BEN! I love reading of the adventures they have and seeing her love for him through her words. It's awesome!!!

Now for the super duper amazing fun part!!!

Random thought #1 about me...Kinda heavy, but it's the first thing that popped into my head. I've never kissed a guy before (besides my Daddy) and I'm blessed to say that I will save that first kiss for the man I marry. Thank you, Lord for protecting me.

Random thought #2 about me...I was 19 before I ever flew in an airplane. My first trip was to California all by myself!!!

Random thought #3 about me...I prefer baths to showers. I usually take a bath every night and lean over the tub in the morning to wash my hair. The house I grew up in only had a bathtub and no shower so I guess that's where it started from...who knows!

Random thought #4 about me...I love jewelry...It makes me excited. It doesn't have to be fancy jewelry but putting jewelry on just makes me feel better. I like to wear jewelry with my scrubs.

Random thought #5 about me...I'd love to visit my Compassion child in Thailand one day.

Random thought #6 about me...I hate pickles and mustard.

Random thought #7 about me...I love movies but it seems that any time someone asks me about a particular movie, I haven't seen it. Funny to me...

***This post has been fun. I am super duper pumped about my Blog awards. I feel so....special!!!!

Until next time-

Les

Just for fun

1. What time did you get up this morning?	7:00
2. Diamonds or pearls?	both
3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema?	To Save a Life
4. What is your favorite TV show?	IDK...no cable
5. What do you usually have for breakfast	Bagel with PB
6. What is your middle name?	Anne
7. What food do you dislike?	Brussel Sprouts
8. What is your favorite CD at moment?	Big Daddy Weave
9. What kind of car do you drive?	2001 Grand Prix
11. What characteristic do you despise?	Rude :)
12. Favorite item of clothing?	jean
13. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go?	Thailand
14. Favorite brand of clothing?	Old Navy
15. Where would you retire to?	Almost Anywhere
16.What was your most memorable birthday?	I love them all!
17. Favorite sport to watch?	Football
18. Furthest place you are sending this?	N/A :)
19. Person you expect to send it back first?	N/A x 2 :)
20. When is your birthday?	August 29th
21. Are you a morning person or a night person?	Morning, usually
22. What is your shoe size?	8 1/2 to 9
23. Pets?	None
24. Any new and exciting news you'd like to share with us?	So much good stuff!
25. What did you want to be when u grew up?	Pharmacist
26. How are you today?	Amazing
27. What is your favorite candy?	Peanut Butter M&M's or Twix
28. What is your favorite flower?	Roses or maybe...tulips :)
29. What is a day on the calendar you are looking forward to?	March 26th
30.. What are you listening to right now?	my noisy neighbors
31. What was the last thing you ate?	Peanut Butter M&M's
32. Do you wish on stars?	uh...how about no
33. If you were a crayon, what color would you be?	Purple or Orange
34. How is the weather right now?	Cold and windy!!!
35. The first person you spoke to on the phone today	Mom
36. Favorite soft drink?	The only soft drink I like is Sprite
37. Favorite restaurant?	I like so many! I can't choose.
38. Real hair color?	Red!
39. What was your favorite toy as a child?	Barbie car
40. Summer or winter?	winter
41. Hugs or kisses	Hugs for now
42. Chocolate or Vanilla?	Depends on the day
43. Coffee or tea?	Tea always
44. Do you want your friends to email you back	N/A x 3 :)
45. When was the last time you cried?	Recently
46. What is under your bed?	nothing
47. What did you do last night?	went to sleep at 7:45
48. What are you afraid of?	Lizards
49. Salty or sweet?	Depends on the day
50. How many keys on your key ring?	I have no idea...who cares!
51. How many years at your current job?	1 year, 1 month
52. Favorite day of the week?	Sunday
53. How many towns have you lived in?	7
54. Do you make friends easily?	Yes
55. How many people will you send this to	N/A x 4
56. How many will respond?	N/a x 5

Until next time-

Les