They were a little sad not to get dessert tonight. They have been spoiled with goodies on this love fest!
Little do they know there will be a BIG change after Valentine's Day, Sherri is planning a fitness challenge!
1 week ago
Monday, February 8, 2010
14 DAYS OF LOVE - DAY 8
was a delicious family candlelight dinner....
They were a little sad not to get dessert tonight.
They have been spoiled with goodies on this love fest!
Little do they know there will be a BIG change after Valentine's Day, Sherri is planning a fitness challenge!
They were a little sad not to get dessert tonight. They have been spoiled with goodies on this love fest!
Little do they know there will be a BIG change after Valentine's Day, Sherri is planning a fitness challenge!
MY SEWING MACHINE IS 16 YEARS OLD
and has never been oiled.
I need to get some oil asap because it is so incredibly loud it's a little scary and I have projects I want to do.
I have this trinket keeper project at the top of my list!
We have a few road trips planned for this summer and these will come in handy to help with car organization...
Here is the awesome tutorial if you'd like to make some for you too.
The possibilities are endless! LOVE projects like that!!
I need to get some oil asap because it is so incredibly loud it's a little scary and I have projects I want to do.
I have this trinket keeper project at the top of my list!
We have a few road trips planned for this summer and these will come in handy to help with car organization...
Here is the awesome tutorial if you'd like to make some for you too.The possibilities are endless! LOVE projects like that!!
LOVE DARE - DAY 18
Love seeks to understand.
Think back to the days you were courting. Didn't you study the one your heart was yearning for?
If the amount of time you studied your spouse before marriage were equal to a high school diploma, then you should continue to learn about your mate until you gain a 'college degree', a 'master's degree' and ultimately a 'doctorate degree'. It's a lifelong journey that draws your heart ever closer to your mate.
The challenge for day 18 is to prepare a special dinner at home, just for the two of you. The dinner can be as nice as you prefer. Focus this time on getting to know your spouse better, perhaps in areas you've rarely talked about. Determine to make it an enjoyable evening for you and your mate.
Think back to the days you were courting. Didn't you study the one your heart was yearning for?
If the amount of time you studied your spouse before marriage were equal to a high school diploma, then you should continue to learn about your mate until you gain a 'college degree', a 'master's degree' and ultimately a 'doctorate degree'. It's a lifelong journey that draws your heart ever closer to your mate.
The challenge for day 18 is to prepare a special dinner at home, just for the two of you. The dinner can be as nice as you prefer. Focus this time on getting to know your spouse better, perhaps in areas you've rarely talked about. Determine to make it an enjoyable evening for you and your mate.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
I HAD MY FIRST TASTE OF THAI CHICKEN
soup with coconut milk and galangal.
We made a few changes to the recipe (due to allergic reactions from muah) and it was delicious, different and did I say, DELICIOUS!
4 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup Thai fish sauce (we left that out so I wouldn't die from throat closure)
2 inch section of galangal (we couldn't find it at our supermarket so we used ginger)
Juice of 1 lime
2 crushed wild lime leaves (we couldn't find it at our supermarket so we used lime zest)
1/4 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups cabbage
1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
1 bunch roughly chopped cilantro leaves
2 - 10 to taste small red chilies, slightly crushed (I have an ultra wimpy mouth so we used Thai Kitchen Sweet Red Chili Sauce and we put in 1 tsp into each bowl)
Bring chicken stock, lime, zest and ginger to a boil and simmer 20 minutes. Strain and discard all items from broth.
Add chicken breast, coconut milk and cabbage and return to a boil. Lower heat until chicken is cooked through (about 5 minutes). Garnish with cilantro leaves and chili sauce.
If you try this recipe, let me know what you think!
We made a few changes to the recipe (due to allergic reactions from muah) and it was delicious, different and did I say, DELICIOUS!
4 cups chicken stock1/4 cup Thai fish sauce (we left that out so I wouldn't die from throat closure)
2 inch section of galangal (we couldn't find it at our supermarket so we used ginger)
Juice of 1 lime
2 crushed wild lime leaves (we couldn't find it at our supermarket so we used lime zest)
1/4 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups cabbage
1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
1 bunch roughly chopped cilantro leaves
2 - 10 to taste small red chilies, slightly crushed (I have an ultra wimpy mouth so we used Thai Kitchen Sweet Red Chili Sauce and we put in 1 tsp into each bowl)
Bring chicken stock, lime, zest and ginger to a boil and simmer 20 minutes. Strain and discard all items from broth.
Add chicken breast, coconut milk and cabbage and return to a boil. Lower heat until chicken is cooked through (about 5 minutes). Garnish with cilantro leaves and chili sauce.
If you try this recipe, let me know what you think!
14 DAYS OF LOVE - DAY 7
We made Valentine's Day cards for the Grandma's and Grandpa's and Great Grandma Young....
Landon's card was inspired by this Silly Eagle Book post....
Are you doing a Valentines countdown?
I'd love to see your ideas and what you're doing if you are!
Landon's card was inspired by this Silly Eagle Book post....The kids had a fun art time today!
Are you doing a Valentines countdown?
I'd love to see your ideas and what you're doing if you are!
LOVE DARE - DAY 17
Love promotes intimacy.
Some of your spouse's secrets need correcting and other secrets just need to be accepted. Loving your spouse and family well should be your life's work.
The challenge for day 17 is to determine to guard your mate's secrets (unless they are dangerous to them or you) and to pray for them. Talk with your spouse and resolve to demonstrate love in spite of these issues.
The same with your family. Really listen to them when they share personal thoughts and struggles with you. Make them feel safe.
Some of your spouse's secrets need correcting and other secrets just need to be accepted. Loving your spouse and family well should be your life's work.
The challenge for day 17 is to determine to guard your mate's secrets (unless they are dangerous to them or you) and to pray for them. Talk with your spouse and resolve to demonstrate love in spite of these issues.
The same with your family. Really listen to them when they share personal thoughts and struggles with you. Make them feel safe.
Saturday, February 6, 2010
PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY MUFFINS
This recipe is super easy, delicious and man clan approved and devoured....
1 3/4 cup flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1 TBSP baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup chunky peanut butter
1 egg
2 TBSP melted butter
1 tsp vanilla
fruit jam
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
In a medium bowl combine all dry ingredients. Make a well and pour in all wet ingredients (except jam) and mix until moist.
Fill muffin cups half way with batter. Spoon teaspoon of jam on top and cover with remaining batter to cover jam.
Bake for 20 minutes and cool for 5 minutes. Remove from pan to continue cooling. They taste great warm but be careful because the jam is HOT.
They are mmmmmm, mmmmm good.....
1 3/4 cup flour1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1 TBSP baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup chunky peanut butter
1 egg
2 TBSP melted butter
1 tsp vanilla
fruit jam
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
In a medium bowl combine all dry ingredients. Make a well and pour in all wet ingredients (except jam) and mix until moist.
Fill muffin cups half way with batter. Spoon teaspoon of jam on top and cover with remaining batter to cover jam.
Bake for 20 minutes and cool for 5 minutes. Remove from pan to continue cooling. They taste great warm but be careful because the jam is HOT.
They are mmmmmm, mmmmm good.....
I'VE NEVER HAD A CONCRETE
spring cleaning regimen, but this year I have it as one of my goals and have decided to start.
I know it's not spring yet, but it just sounded like a great idea today.
Keeping in mind my main goal of 'simple and balance', I've enlisted the man clan and we're doing one room at a time here and there for the next month...
We've only been in the house for 6 months and it surprised me how much we were able to purge and give away.
We did the older boys' room today, taking EVERYTHING out of the drawers and closet, wiping out little dusties, purging, donating and returning things neatly to their place.
It feels GREAT to have things in order and know exactly what you have!
My thought was if we took room by room for the next month, come a wonderful sunny springy day, we'll just need to wash the windows and wipe the walls.
What is your favorite spring cleaning tip?
I know it's not spring yet, but it just sounded like a great idea today.
Keeping in mind my main goal of 'simple and balance', I've enlisted the man clan and we're doing one room at a time here and there for the next month...
We've only been in the house for 6 months and it surprised me how much we were able to purge and give away.We did the older boys' room today, taking EVERYTHING out of the drawers and closet, wiping out little dusties, purging, donating and returning things neatly to their place.
It feels GREAT to have things in order and know exactly what you have!
My thought was if we took room by room for the next month, come a wonderful sunny springy day, we'll just need to wash the windows and wipe the walls.
What is your favorite spring cleaning tip?
I WENT ON A PHOTO
walk this morning to the oh so romantic Deepwood Estates with my sister and cousin, while we were lucky enough to have a rainy weather break....
14 DAYS OF LOVE - DAY 6
LOVE DARE - DAY 16
Love intercedes.
You cannot change your spouse. But like a farmer, you can nurture the soil of your mate's heart, keep the weeds out of your marriage and then depend on God for the results.
The challenge for day 16 is to begin praying today for your spouse's heart. Pray for three specific areas where you desire for God to work in your spouse's life and in your marriage.
You cannot change your spouse. But like a farmer, you can nurture the soil of your mate's heart, keep the weeds out of your marriage and then depend on God for the results.
The challenge for day 16 is to begin praying today for your spouse's heart. Pray for three specific areas where you desire for God to work in your spouse's life and in your marriage.
Friday, February 5, 2010
ICE CREAM FRIDAY
kept the love vibe with Valentines Floats....
Vanilla ice cream, strawberry soda, whipped cream and heart sprinkles.
Vanilla ice cream, strawberry soda, whipped cream and heart sprinkles.Delicious and man clan approved.....
CELEBRATE THE BOY....
I'm so excited to have stumbled upon a fabulous idea for February on Made by Rae and Made.
For the month of February their blogs will be full of boys, boys, boys!
Boy ideas, tutorials, clothing, crafts, etc...
As the mother of my man clan, I'm always looking for something new and fun for them.
I'm so excited and will be checking in with them all month for ideas. Loads and loads of ideas!!
For the month of February their blogs will be full of boys, boys, boys!
Boy ideas, tutorials, clothing, crafts, etc...
As the mother of my man clan, I'm always looking for something new and fun for them.
I'm so excited and will be checking in with them all month for ideas. Loads and loads of ideas!!
FOR SKYWATCH FRIDAY
Blue skies on the Oregon coast.....
If you would like to participate in SkyWatch Friday, post a photo you have taken, click here and follow the easy instructions.
If you would like to participate in SkyWatch Friday, post a photo you have taken, click here and follow the easy instructions.
14 DAYS OF LOVE - DAY 5
LOVE DARE - DAY 15
Love is honorable.
To honor someone means to give them respect and high esteem, to treat them as being special and of great worth.
Honor is a noble word.
Love is also holy. Your spouse should be sacred to you, a person to be honored, praised and defended.
The challenge for day 15 is to choose a way to show honor and respect to your spouse that is above your normal routine. It may be holding the door for her. It might be putting his clothes away for him. It may be the way you listen and speak in your communication. Show your mate that he or she is highly esteemed in your eyes.
To honor someone means to give them respect and high esteem, to treat them as being special and of great worth.
Honor is a noble word.
Love is also holy. Your spouse should be sacred to you, a person to be honored, praised and defended.
The challenge for day 15 is to choose a way to show honor and respect to your spouse that is above your normal routine. It may be holding the door for her. It might be putting his clothes away for him. It may be the way you listen and speak in your communication. Show your mate that he or she is highly esteemed in your eyes.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
14 DAYS OF LOVE - DAY 4
We had a brownie bar with heart shaped brownies, homemade marionberry preserves, whipped cream and loads of valentines candy...
It was a hit with my man clan and their creations were eaten as fast as they were made!
It was a hit with my man clan and their creations were eaten as fast as they were made!LOVE DARE - DAY 14
Love takes delight.
You should not just follow your heart, you should lead it. You choose what you treasure.
The challenge for day 14 is to purposefully neglect an activity you would normally do so you can spend quality time with your spouse. Do something he or she would love to do or a project they'd really like to work on. Just be together.
You should not just follow your heart, you should lead it. You choose what you treasure.
The challenge for day 14 is to purposefully neglect an activity you would normally do so you can spend quality time with your spouse. Do something he or she would love to do or a project they'd really like to work on. Just be together.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
14 DAYS OF LOVE - DAY 3
Even though tonight was an ordinary dinner, it was still made and served with love....
And with a spaghetti filled belly, we'll be going to bed with smiles on our faces after hearing 3 Reasons I Love You from every family member....
And with a spaghetti filled belly, we'll be going to bed with smiles on our faces after hearing 3 Reasons I Love You from every family member....
I LIKE TO THINK THAT I AM
a positive, happy person.
I try really hard to see and focus on the positive in others.
I try to be a "happiness projector"....
I heard myself talking today about me and my inner self woke up and put the brakes on.
I would NEVER say the things to someone else that I was saying about myself.
I have things I can't change and I have things I want to change but I know I need to be positive and be a happiness projector about me too.
Today I had an epiphany....
I try really hard to see and focus on the positive in others.
I try to be a "happiness projector"....
I heard myself talking today about me and my inner self woke up and put the brakes on.
I would NEVER say the things to someone else that I was saying about myself.
I have things I can't change and I have things I want to change but I know I need to be positive and be a happiness projector about me too.
Today I had an epiphany....
I DON'T LIKE WAKING
up without my better half...
I can't wait for the convention to be over.
Try not to get anymore road rash, love.
Be safe and continue having fun.
We miss you...
I can't wait for the convention to be over. Try not to get anymore road rash, love.
Be safe and continue having fun.
We miss you...
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE
this father daughter photo....
My father has been scanning old negatives and this is a new to me photo!
It's a framer!
My father has been scanning old negatives and this is a new to me photo!It's a framer!
FREEBIE
Spread the love with these cards that are a free download (click here) from 74 Lime Lane....
LOVE DARE - DAY 13
Love fights fair.
Your marriage is too valuable to allow it to self-destruct - your love for your spouse is more important than whatever you're fighting about.
Love is not a fight but it's always worth fighting for.
Challenge for day 13 is to talk with your spouse about establishing healthy rules of engagement. If your mate is not ready, then write out your own personal rules to "fight" by. Resolve to abide by them when the next disagreement occurs.
Your marriage is too valuable to allow it to self-destruct - your love for your spouse is more important than whatever you're fighting about.
Love is not a fight but it's always worth fighting for.
Challenge for day 13 is to talk with your spouse about establishing healthy rules of engagement. If your mate is not ready, then write out your own personal rules to "fight" by. Resolve to abide by them when the next disagreement occurs.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
14 DAYS OF LOVE - DAY 2
had delicious bite-size hugs and kisses and hearts....
They were so cute and yummy.
They were so cute and yummy.A perfect end to an evening....
14 DAYS OF LOVE
My man clan and I went on a date to the movies.....
They loved it and what I saw of it was cute - the weeest of the wee ones is still too young for the movie theater.
We'll try again when he's three....
They loved it and what I saw of it was cute - the weeest of the wee ones is still too young for the movie theater.We'll try again when he's three....
LOVE DARE - DAY 12
Love lets the other win.
Some things are worth standing up for and protecting. Our priorities, morals, obedience to God, etc.. but too often is debating over the piddling things, like the color of a wall, choice of restaurant, etc...
Are you willing to bend to demonstrate love to your spouse or are you refusing to give in because of pride?
The wise and loving thing to do is to start approaching your disagreements with a willingness to not always insist on your own way.
Challenge for day 12 is to demonstrate love by willingly choosing to give in to an area of disagreement between you and your spouse. Tell them you are putting their preference first.
Some things are worth standing up for and protecting. Our priorities, morals, obedience to God, etc.. but too often is debating over the piddling things, like the color of a wall, choice of restaurant, etc...
Are you willing to bend to demonstrate love to your spouse or are you refusing to give in because of pride?
The wise and loving thing to do is to start approaching your disagreements with a willingness to not always insist on your own way.
Challenge for day 12 is to demonstrate love by willingly choosing to give in to an area of disagreement between you and your spouse. Tell them you are putting their preference first.
Monday, February 1, 2010
14 DAYS OF LOVE - DAY 1
starts off with a strawberry, marshmallow creme and oreo goodie....
My brother Steve gave me this recipe and I knew my man clan would love it.....
Strawberries
Jar of marshmallow creme
Oreos
Crush Oreos, spread marshmallow fluff on strawberries, dip in Oreo crumbs and eat!
My brother Steve gave me this recipe and I knew my man clan would love it.....Strawberries
Jar of marshmallow creme
Oreos
Crush Oreos, spread marshmallow fluff on strawberries, dip in Oreo crumbs and eat!
GIVEAWAY WINNER!!
Courtesy of random.org we have a winner!
Congratulations Christina - let's talk about what letter and color you'd like for your wall!
Congratulations Christina - let's talk about what letter and color you'd like for your wall!
LOVE DARE - DAY 11
Love cherishes.
When you show love to your spouse, you are showing love to yourself as well. When you mistreat your spouse, you are also mistreating yourself.
You should cherish your spouse as a priceless gift. Speak highly of them. Nourish and cherish the love of your life.
Challenge for Day 11 is what need does your spouse have that you could meet today? Can you run an errand? Give a back rub or foot massage? Is there housework you could help with? Choose a gesture that says, "I cherish you" and do it with a smile.
When you show love to your spouse, you are showing love to yourself as well. When you mistreat your spouse, you are also mistreating yourself.
You should cherish your spouse as a priceless gift. Speak highly of them. Nourish and cherish the love of your life.
Challenge for Day 11 is what need does your spouse have that you could meet today? Can you run an errand? Give a back rub or foot massage? Is there housework you could help with? Choose a gesture that says, "I cherish you" and do it with a smile.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
GIRLS WEEKEND DAY 3
We woke up to a sunny, beautiful day so we hit the beach before we headed home.....
GIRLS WEEKEND DAY 1
We decided we were going to do Secret Sister presents for one another and we may have done Thursday night, all 3 days and the reveal within a 12 hour period....
Kim made these cute bags for us.....
Stephanie was my secret sister and she made me a heart scarf and bracelet, and bought me Count of Monte Cristo, gum, a notebook and lip balm......
We went and got a pedicure....
and came back to the beach house for a feast of our favorite things dinner.
Kim made these cute bags for us.....
Stephanie was my secret sister and she made me a heart scarf and bracelet, and bought me Count of Monte Cristo, gum, a notebook and lip balm......
We went and got a pedicure....
and came back to the beach house for a feast of our favorite things dinner.It was yummmmmmmmmy......
We went to the movie in our pajamas and saw When in Rome...
And may have gotten really silly in the theater while waiting for the movie to start.....
We went to the movie in our pajamas and saw When in Rome...
And may have gotten really silly in the theater while waiting for the movie to start.....LOVE DARE - DAY 10
Love is unconditional.
Love is not determined by the one being loved but rather by the one choosing to love.
Do something out of the ordinary today for your spouse, something that proves (to you and to them) that your love is based on your choice and nothing else. Wash your spouse's car. Clean the kitchen. Buy or make their favorite dessert. Fold the laundry. Demonstrate love to them for the sheer joy of being their partner in marriage.
Love is not determined by the one being loved but rather by the one choosing to love.
Do something out of the ordinary today for your spouse, something that proves (to you and to them) that your love is based on your choice and nothing else. Wash your spouse's car. Clean the kitchen. Buy or make their favorite dessert. Fold the laundry. Demonstrate love to them for the sheer joy of being their partner in marriage.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
LOVE DARE - DAY 9
Love makes good impressions.
You have so many opportunities to greet your family on a daily basis. Coming through the door, meeting at lunch, on the phone, saying goodnight, etc... Adding warmth and enthusiasm gives you a chance to touch their heart in a subtle, unspoken way.
Love is a choice. So choose to change your greeting. Choose to love.
Challenge for Day 9 is to think of a specific way you'd like to greet your spouse and family today. Do it with a smile and with enthusiasm. Then determine to change your greeting to reflect your love for them.
You have so many opportunities to greet your family on a daily basis. Coming through the door, meeting at lunch, on the phone, saying goodnight, etc... Adding warmth and enthusiasm gives you a chance to touch their heart in a subtle, unspoken way.
Love is a choice. So choose to change your greeting. Choose to love.
Challenge for Day 9 is to think of a specific way you'd like to greet your spouse and family today. Do it with a smile and with enthusiasm. Then determine to change your greeting to reflect your love for them.
Friday, January 29, 2010
LOVE DARE - DAY 8
Love is not jealous.
Because love is not selfish and puts others first, it refuses to let jealousy in.
Celebrate successes of your spouse rather than resenting them. Let successes draw you closer together and give you greater opportunities to show genuine love.
Challenge for Day 8 is to determine to become your spouse's biggest fan and to reject any thoughts of jealousy. to help you set your heart on your spouse and focus on their achievements, take yesterday's list of negative attributes and discreetly burn it. Then share with your spouse how glad you are about a success he or she recently enjoyed.
Because love is not selfish and puts others first, it refuses to let jealousy in.
Celebrate successes of your spouse rather than resenting them. Let successes draw you closer together and give you greater opportunities to show genuine love.
Challenge for Day 8 is to determine to become your spouse's biggest fan and to reject any thoughts of jealousy. to help you set your heart on your spouse and focus on their achievements, take yesterday's list of negative attributes and discreetly burn it. Then share with your spouse how glad you are about a success he or she recently enjoyed.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
I'M OFF FOR A GIRLS WEEKEND TO
recharge with this (sister-in-law, cousin, sister) fabulous, fun bunch.
I'm prepared to have my cheeks hurting from laughter....
I won't have internet but I"ll be back Sunday evening to draw a winner for the giveaway.
Meanwhile, if you've been following the Love Dare, the daily challenges will still post while I'm gone.
Have a great weekend!
I'm prepared to have my cheeks hurting from laughter....
I won't have internet but I"ll be back Sunday evening to draw a winner for the giveaway.Meanwhile, if you've been following the Love Dare, the daily challenges will still post while I'm gone.
Have a great weekend!
KIM HAS SOME FUN AND SILLY
apps on her iphone that we played with while we were waiting for the movie to start.....
LOVE DARE - DAY 7
Love believes in the best!
Challenge for Day 7 is to get two sheets of paper. On the first one, spend a few minutes writing out positive things about your spouse. Then do the same with negative things on the second sheet. Place both sheets in a secret place for another day. There is a different purpose and plan for each. At some point during the remainder of the day, pick a positive attribute from the first list and thank your spouse for having this characteristic.
Challenge for Day 7 is to get two sheets of paper. On the first one, spend a few minutes writing out positive things about your spouse. Then do the same with negative things on the second sheet. Place both sheets in a secret place for another day. There is a different purpose and plan for each. At some point during the remainder of the day, pick a positive attribute from the first list and thank your spouse for having this characteristic.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
I SAW MY FIRST
silent film tonight, IT....
We even had an awesome organ player...
It was a really cute movie and I had so much fun! I'm ready for another.....
We even had an awesome organ player...
It was a really cute movie and I had so much fun! I'm ready for another.....14 DAYS OF LOVE IS WHAT
I have planned for my man clan starting Feb 1.
My cousins and I have come up with some really fun ideas for our families.
I can't believe February is only 5 days away!
The past few years I have done a 14 Days of Love for my husband, leaving little treats here and there with cute and corny sayings for the two weeks prior to Valentines Day, but this year it's going to be a family affair with lots of love goodies for everyone.....
I have loads of recipes that will be in heart shapes, movies, garlands and other crafts, candlelight family dinners, etc...planned.
I thought I'd share the idea so that if you want to do a 14 day countdown too, you'd have plenty of time to plan because I think it's going to be SO fun and something even my teenagers will look forward to every day!
My cousins and I have come up with some really fun ideas for our families.
I can't believe February is only 5 days away!
The past few years I have done a 14 Days of Love for my husband, leaving little treats here and there with cute and corny sayings for the two weeks prior to Valentines Day, but this year it's going to be a family affair with lots of love goodies for everyone.....
I have loads of recipes that will be in heart shapes, movies, garlands and other crafts, candlelight family dinners, etc...planned.
I thought I'd share the idea so that if you want to do a 14 day countdown too, you'd have plenty of time to plan because I think it's going to be SO fun and something even my teenagers will look forward to every day!
IT'S A SAD DAY IN OREGON
for small businesses. Unfortunately ANOTHER tax increase was passed....
It's not easy being self employed and getting more and more difficult.....
It's not easy being self employed and getting more and more difficult.....
MY HEART GOES PITTER-PATTER
when I see these cabinets but I need one that fits my teeny frugal budget.
I'd love a shallow one just like this...
I can be patient....
I'd love a shallow one just like this...
I can be patient....
I'M IN LOVE
with these Squeeze Me Mittens by Oeuf.
They are an adult pair of mittens with a child's mitten sewn on.....
Now that I'm learning to knit, I might be seeing a project for next winter....
They are an adult pair of mittens with a child's mitten sewn on.....
Now that I'm learning to knit, I might be seeing a project for next winter....
LOVE DARE - DAY 6
Love is not irritable.
Are you a calming breeze or a storm waiting to happen?
Key reasons people are irritable: Stress, Selfishness, Lust, Bitterness, Greed and Pride
Life is a marathon, not a sprint. Balance, prioritize and pace yourself.
Challenge for Day 6 is to choose today to react to tough circumstances in your family in loving ways instead of with irritation. Begin by making a list of areas where you need to add margin to your schedule. Then list any wrong motivations that you need to release from your life.
Are you a calming breeze or a storm waiting to happen?
Key reasons people are irritable: Stress, Selfishness, Lust, Bitterness, Greed and Pride
Life is a marathon, not a sprint. Balance, prioritize and pace yourself.
Some people are like lemons: when life squeezes them, they pour out a sour response. Some are more like peaches: when the pressure is on, the result is still sweet.
Challenge for Day 6 is to choose today to react to tough circumstances in your family in loving ways instead of with irritation. Begin by making a list of areas where you need to add margin to your schedule. Then list any wrong motivations that you need to release from your life.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
WHEN I FIRST HEARD ABOUT
cake mix cookies from my mother-in-law and then Marge, I wasn't expecting much deliciousness.
Then I tried them...
So delicious and so easy, my 2-14 year old man clan can make them....
Then I tried them...
So delicious and so easy, my 2-14 year old man clan can make them....Chocolate Carmel Cookies
1 box chocolate cake mix
2 eggs
1/3 cup oil
Caramel pieces
Combine first three ingredients. Mix will be a little dry but just keep working it in until all combined. Take a TBSP or so of dough and roll in a ball. Put a piece of caramel in the center and cover completely with dough.
Bake at 350 for 9 minutes.
Warning - Oooey-gooey center is really hot, so restrain yourself for a few minutes or you'll burn your tongue!
FOR RUBY TUESDAY...
If you would like to participate in Ruby Tuesday, post a photo you have taken with red. A little or a lot it's up to you. Click here and follow the easy instructions.
LOVE DARE - DAY 5
Love is not rude.
~Guard the Golden Rule - treat your spouse and family members the same way you want to be treated.
~No double standards - be as considerate to your spouse as you are to strangers and coworkers.
~Honor requests - consider what your spouse already asked you to do or not to do. If in doubt, then ask.
Challenge for Day 5 is to ask your spouse to tell you three things that cause him or her to be uncomfortable or irritated with you. You must do so without attacking them or justifying your behavior. This is from their perspective only.
~Guard the Golden Rule - treat your spouse and family members the same way you want to be treated.
~No double standards - be as considerate to your spouse as you are to strangers and coworkers.
~Honor requests - consider what your spouse already asked you to do or not to do. If in doubt, then ask.
Challenge for Day 5 is to ask your spouse to tell you three things that cause him or her to be uncomfortable or irritated with you. You must do so without attacking them or justifying your behavior. This is from their perspective only.
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