What's cooking this week & Grandpa

Last week was the first week in a LONG time that I didn't have all of our meals planned.  This was because I didn't get back from Washington (see post below) until late Monday night.  I had to wing it all week, it felt weird...I didn't care for it.  It is nice getting back into our normal routine.  Life is just easier not having to worry about what is for dinner.  Here is what I am planning for the upcoming week:

Tonight - Sunday Sauce and Big Grandpa's Stuffed Artichokes
Monday - Turkey Chili in the Crock Pot (my own creation, will post if it's good)
Tuesday - Buffalo Chicken Salad Sandwiches w/asparagus and fries
Wednesday - Pork Chops w/ Apples and Thyme w/ potatoes and salad
Thursday - Thai Chicken and Pineapple Stir Fry

In honor of it being Grandpa's birthday today, I am making HIS fathers famous stuffed artichokes!  They are insanely delicious, and I haven't made them in FOREVER (probably because they aren't exactly "light").  Oh well, today is an important day...and I am going for it!  Happy Birthday in heaven Grandpa....I miss you and love you SO much!  I love this old pic from my dancing days!  My grandparents never missed a recital!  :)