tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12895372707659848592024-03-05T11:50:56.630-08:00What I Didn't Do TodayHow I entertain myself while the family's away. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02105912870597406434noreply@blogger.comBlogger67125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1289537270765984859.post-8613283664906936252013-06-11T14:08:00.001-07:002013-06-11T14:08:16.941-07:00Trendspin - Neon <br />
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Neon is tough for a lady over 40. Not my favorite trend of the season but I bought in with a couple of things. Pink shorts in <a href="http://whatididntdo.blogspot.com/2013/05/what-i-wore-wednesday-neon-at-40.html" target="_blank">previous post</a>, this Forever 21 cardi, and a few bangles from Jcrew. I do like a challenge and thinking outside the box. I channeled my friends on the west and east coasts who do get those glorious beach days where you can wear weathered chinos and a light sweater to the beach. Really doesn't happen in the south or Gulf side. This is my inner coastal girl and yes, she is sweating as she writes this because the humidity is 89%!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02105912870597406434noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1289537270765984859.post-38634542597789528972013-06-10T11:51:00.000-07:002013-06-10T11:51:34.618-07:00Crafty - Etched Glass CarafeRecently at a school party, a divine southern mom brought her partyware from home. I was inspired by her water carafes, which we used for water at each table, adding an elegant touch. While setting up for the party, another mom said she had received a water carafe etched with their initials as a wedding gift. Crafty lightbulb went off! I set off to find inexpensive water carafe to practice on - found one at Savers. Deal!<br />
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I got my etching supplies at Michaels. I chose the Martha Stewart line but there were several to choose from and I may try others to see if results vary. The self adhesive stencils were the best of what they had to offer, but my impression right off was that they were not large enough in scale. Again, this is my first/test run.<br />
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The process is really simple. Clean your glass or ceramic object with soap and water, then swab with alcohol. Apply adhesive stencil. Wearing protective gloves, paint on the etching cream evenly and thickly. Wait 15 minutes, rinse cream off. Remove stencils. Done. </div>
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What I learned from my trial run that will make for a better result next time? First, bigger stencils. Second, for a monogram like the one I attempted, I would do the center letter first and alone. When that is finished, I would apply the two side letters. Looking at the results, I wanted the letters closer together. I should also have consulted my friend, E, who owns <a href="http://www.byinvitationonlylr.com/section.asp?secID=2" target="_blank">By Invitation Only</a>. E is a master of fonts and monograms, on the placement of the letters. I think the smaller letters should be centered vertically to the large center letter. E, would you agree?<br />
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My finished product, is not bad considering! I will definitely use it - can double as a flower vase, how handy!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02105912870597406434noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1289537270765984859.post-61125217091640637352013-06-04T18:47:00.002-07:002013-06-04T18:52:01.867-07:00Mint ChocolateLinking up with a new party Trend Spin compliments of <a href="http://www.walkinginmemphisinhighheels.com/" target="_blank">Walking in Memphis in High Heels</a> and <a href="http://thefashioncanvas.com/" target="_blank">The Fashion Canvas.</a> They started the party with a trend and you add your look using it. This week was mint. Hmmm. Pondering something new to do with mint, ice cream came to mind. My favorite flavor since my first trip to Baskin Robbins with my grandmother back in the 70s. <br />
So with a little help from my favorite under-10 stylist, my Mint Chocolate Chip summer look.<br />
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<a href="http://www.dsw.com/shoe/steve+madden+heaven+pastel+patent+flat?prodId=dsw12prod4180412&productRef=SEARCH" target="_blank">Steve Madden</a> flats, Old Navy Shorts (old version),<a href="http://www.forever21.com/Product/Main.aspx?br=f21" target="_blank"> Forever 21</a> mint sweater and bangles<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02105912870597406434noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1289537270765984859.post-73114899719785329072013-06-01T07:22:00.005-07:002013-06-01T07:22:58.296-07:00DIY - Tiered dessert plate<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
This is an easy DIY project that can be done to suit your taste and budget. I wanted a very basic version of the tiered dessert dish. I found my materials at Target and glue at Ace Hardware.</div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">I bought a large glass dinner plate, a glass candle stick, a smaller glass salad plate and a multi purpose heavy duty glue. I used this E6000 because our art teacher used it for a variety of projects including ceramic and canvas so I figured it would be versatile. It was a pretty day so I chose to do this outside. The package says this glue </span><span style="text-align: center;">is smelly and not recommended if you are in a non ventilated area or pregnant. </span><br />
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I am a fly-by-the-seat of the pants crafter. I rarely measure things. So here I eyeballed the center, applied a ring of glue to the candle stick, lightly pressed it down to allow the glue to cure, then placed it and shifted slightly to "center". After it dried some, I used acetone fingernail polish remover to clean up around the edges.</div>
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And the finished product in use for Memorial Day pool party!</div>
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This would be fun to play with using thrifted or dollar store finds. Pretty china plates with a candlestick base or small vase. Or painting on a plain glass or solid ceramic plate. The options are endless. Have fun.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02105912870597406434noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1289537270765984859.post-36244660950976023272013-05-28T11:26:00.001-07:002013-05-28T11:26:30.345-07:00Thrifty findsI found these fun Matisse boots on a thrift hunt. Thrifting is kind of a treasure hunt for clothes horses like me. You might find something amazing, but most times you just find a whole lot of nada. Anyway the real leather and the pattern stitched into the sides, plus a $5 price tag qualified these as treasure!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02105912870597406434noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1289537270765984859.post-29559818044406467842013-05-18T13:28:00.001-07:002013-05-18T13:28:19.298-07:00Rainy Day Blues and Cows I drove my son to his fourth grade class field trip on a rainy day this week. We visited an interesting event called Pizza Ranch. Turns out it's an informative lesson on agriculture, farming, and pizza. I wore the boots because of the rain and was really glad I did when we arrived at the arena-full-of-dirt. My sandal-wearing, fellow friend-mom cringed and then plowed ahead (snicker, snicker). First stop of the day a dairy cow milking demonstration. When Ms. Lilly Cow came into the arena all the moms present winced for her. Those udders were all too obviously ready to be milked. Then they brought out the PUMP. Umm Hmm. If you've done it then you know what I'm talking about. That cow-mom breast pump - well, it has four suckers not two but that's about the only difference, I can tell ya. Ms. Lilly carried on typing email and answering her cell phone...on no, wait she was chewing cud!! Again similarity painfully obvious! Big props to Ms. Lilly - she pumps 10 months out of the year, every year. During her 2 month dry spell she has a baby. The good news she eats and drinks non-stop and never has to worry about her weight! Thankfully they took us to a building with a real floor to eat the pizza - and it was Domino's!?!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02105912870597406434noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1289537270765984859.post-87992702921005274822013-05-16T06:13:00.001-07:002013-05-16T06:14:20.400-07:00Crafty - ClockI have had no less than four crafty DIY projects on hold for the past couple of weeks. As I accumulated ideas and the supplies to create, I stacked then neatly in my dining room. Where they gather dust. Today, I started a few and finished one. I am pleased with the result and thought I would share. Katherine, we are going to have that craft day SOOOON!<br />
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DIY - Fun Clock<br />
I bought this plate from Target's $1 aisle. The colors said summer and I planned on hanging it on the wall in our new ourdoor space. Everytime I looked at the plate, I thought "Fiesta Time". Then it hit me - make it a clock. So I did. Michael's sells a clock kit for $7.99 +$1 for plate = not bad!<br />
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I chaired the event for our school for the first time this year. It was a smaller party for 200 people, but undeniably a lot of love and hard work by parent volunteers made it special. The amount of love and volunteer hours that go into the <i>larger</i> affairs for these huge charities is amazing. I have a greater appreciation for the people behind the scenes who don't get paid but put in weeks of work to find a cure, provide treatment for kids, put art in the community and more. <br />
Getting dressed. We didn't have any black tie gala's so I had plenty to choose from in my closet which meant minimal shopping. Did pick up some new shoes and an awesome Manolo Blahnik pair at a resale shop. Score! Even with the basics in place, getting myself together and getting out the door with four kids to wrangle is soooo much fun, I tell ya! Makeup ends up on kids, the dog, the floor, clothes scattered, high heels tottered around in by the kids discarded through the house, and husband asking "why is it taking so long"! Its "what I didn't do" every time!<br />
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Last week I made it through 3 sessions of toning exercises! I also got 3 cardio sessions in leaving my feeling that it was a successful fitness week. Will my scale agree? Now I'm adding 10 minutes and a second Pinterest find to my toning routine from last week. This will bring my home exercise session to 20 minutes if done back to back. This one requires a set of hand weights and optional exercise ball. I'm not going to use the ball this week because I think the routine will be challenging enough without it!<br />
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And lest anyone think I'm just living my life getting dressed everyday and worrying about alternative synonyms for "pop" here's a glimpse into my real life. Real as it gets.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Pinterest boards in hopes of being inspired by the beautiful bodies (and not so much by the beautiful cupcakes). Today i'm creating my own challenge. I will pick one pin from my board to try for a week. I will add cardio to my daily routine in some form even if I have to jog around my own house (i have stairs too!) I will note any improvement on blog as my witness. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">starting today with this pin from self magazine. claims that these 7 moves will tighten me up everywhere and help lose 2 lbs a week. here we go....</span></div>
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Excuse the poor photo quality. The last two weeks have been a blur. Ha! This meal was so good it was worth sharing. Its definitely an adaptable menu from casual to a more formal changing out the sliders for a pork entree and adding rolls and a side salad. The pork was perfect - thanks Paula Deen!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.pauladeen.com/recipes/recipe_view/fig_balsamic_pork_tenderloin_sliders/" target="_blank">Paula Deen's Fig Pork Tenderloin Sliders</a> adapted with blue cheese butter; Bacon Wrapped Asparagus;Deviled Eggs </td></tr>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d3625; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">Servings: <span class="noformat" itemprop="recipeYield" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: inherit; float: none; font-style: normal; font: italic normal normal 13px/13px Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 8px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; width: 350px;">6</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #59452a; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d3625; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">Prep Time: 5 min</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #59452a; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d3625; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">Cook Time: 30 min</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #59452a;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #59452a; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 21px; line-height: 39px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d3625; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">Difficulty: <em style="color: #c45400; font-style: normal; padding-right: 8px;">Easy</em></span></span></div>
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #59452a; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 21px; line-height: 39px;">Ingredients <em style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #59452a; cursor: pointer; font: normal normal normal 15px/19px Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="ingrediented" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #e4701e; float: none; font: italic normal normal 13px/13px Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 8px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; width: 350px;"></span></em></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #59452a; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d3625; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">1 cup <a href="http://www.pauladeenstore.com/Product/detail/Paula-Deen-i-i-Set-of-2-Fig-Balsamic-Grilling-Sauce/193653" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #ff7000; cursor: pointer; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Paula Deen Fig Balsamic Grilling Sauce</a></span></div>
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Brush Tenderloin with Paula Deen Collection Fig Balsamic Grilling Sauce and roast in a 350º oven for 28-30 minutes or internal temperature reaches 160º F, or place on the grill for 8 minutes per side. Brush again with Fig Balsamic Grilling Sauce and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.</div>
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In a small mixing bowl, stir together blue cheese and butter.</div>
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To assemble: Slice tenderloin into 1/4” slices. Spread the bottom of a slider bun or roll with the blue cheese butter, top with two slices of tenderloin and finish with a dollop of fig jam. Place top of bun on the slider and secure with a decorative pick.</div>
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<a href="http://www.food.com/recipe/bacon-wrapped-asparagus-167834" target="_blank">Roasted Asparagus with Bacon</a><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">1 lb fresh asparagus</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;"><br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial;" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">8 -10 slices bacon</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;"><br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial;" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">Directions:</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial;" /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">Wash and trim asparagus spears.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial;" /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">Cut bacon strips in half crosswise.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial;" /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">Wrap one-half strip bacon around each asparagus spear, leaving tip and end exposed.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial;" /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">Lay on a cookie sheet with sides.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial;" /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">Bake in a preheated 400 degree Fahrenheit oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until bacon is cooked.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial;" /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">Serve warm or at room temperature.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial;" /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">**Note: You may want to cook the bacon in the oven for 10 minutes first, to avoid over cooking asparagus.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">Dad's Deviled Eggs</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;">6 eggs hard boiled</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; line-height: 15px;">1/4 cup mayonnaise<br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px;" />1 teaspoon white vinegar<br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px;" />1 teaspoon yellow mustard<br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px;" />1/8 teaspoon salt<br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px;" />Freshly ground black pepper<br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px;" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; line-height: 15px;">Peel the eggs and slice in half lengthwise, remove yolks, place in bowl, and place the whites on a serving plate. Mash the yolks into a fine crumble using a fork. Add mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper, and mix well. Spoon yolk mixture into egg white halves. Chill until ready to serve.<br style="outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px;" /></span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I used 1/4 cup basalmic vinegar, a 1/4 cup Wegman's basting oil with garlic and herbs, and 1/4 cup Braswells Fig Preserves. Whisk together and brush over pork. I made an additional batch to pour over the pork after it cooked.</td></tr>
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Wheat Belly plan continues. Bought the cookbook which is a little disappointing because at least 1/3 of it is restating the theory from the first book and listing the ingredients and descriptions. Kind of useful, but still wish it was all recipes. Of course I had to try a dessert first. Its the hardest thing to give up for me. I have learned to appreciate 85%cocoa chocolate, but there are times you just want a cookie or cake. Especially when the house if FULL of girl scout cookies!</div>
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First trial run from the book, Vanilla Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting and Cheeseburger Soup. I could not get a great shot of the soup; it looks rather unappetizing but it is really yummy.</div>
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Cheeseburger Soup:<br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 18px;">4 c. chicken broth 1/2 tsp sea salt</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 1/2 head cauliflower, cut into florets 1/4 tsp paprika</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil 1/8 tsp ground black pepper</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 1 small onion, chopped 1 tbsp coconut flour</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 1/2 lb ground beef 1/2 c shredded sharp Cheddar cheese</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 1 tbsp minced fresh parsley</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Combine 31/4 c of broth and cauliflower into large saucepan; cover and bring to boil. Reduce heat and cook 15-20min, or until cauliflower is tender.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Meanwhile, add butter or oil to medium pan over medium-high heat. Cook the onion, stirring until golden. Crumble in ground beef and cook thoroughly. Stir in parsley, salt, paprika and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Transfer the cauliflower and broth to a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Return to the saucepan. In a small bowl, whisk the coconut flour with the remaining 1/4 c of broth until smooth. Gradually add the coconut flour mixture to the cauliflower mixture and return to heat, whisking constantly for about 3 min, or until slightly thickened. Whisk in cheese just until it melts. Remove from heat and stir in the reserved meat mixture. Serve.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 cups almond meal 1/3 cup xylitol (I used powdered splenda)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 cup coconut flour 2 tblsp buttermilk</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 cup ground flaxseed 1 tblsp vanilla</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 tsp baking powder</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/2 tsp baking soda Frosting</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/2 tsp sea salt 1 square semisweet baking chocolate</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 eggs separated 4 oz cream cheese, softened</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 cup coconut oil, melted 1/4 tsp stevia powder (splenda)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Preheat oven to 350. Place 10 liners in muffin pan. Whisk almond meal, coconut flour, flaxseed, and dry ingredients together. In another bowl whisk egg yolks, oil, splenda, buttermilk, and vanilla. In large bowl, beat, with electric mixer, egg whites until stiff. Gold egg whites into egg yolk mixture. Add to flour mixture. Stir. Divied among paper liners.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Bake for 20 minutes or toothpick comes out clean. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">For frosting. Melt chocolate in saucepan, with electic mixer beat cream cheese until smooth. Add chocolate and splenda and beat on low til smooth. Spread over Cooled cupcakes.</span><br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02105912870597406434noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1289537270765984859.post-72390938316299582502013-03-26T15:59:00.003-07:002013-03-26T15:59:40.777-07:00Vacation Hats<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Beach vacations are meant to be carefree. I take that seriously, little or no makeup, little or no jewelry. Easy light clothes that pack well and lots of bathing suits. The other item, besides sunglasses, that are a must are my hats. I love a fun hat! I think I've referred to that in a previous post. These are my two favorites from Cayman. A straw fedora with black and white band from Tulips in Little Rock and my old and trusty straw cowboy hat. </div>
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On the road kicking off Spring Break family trip. Feeling the sunshine in DIY denim vest, Target wedges and new necklace from Tulips in Little Rock. </div>
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A week or so ago I passed a jewelry tree in Anthropologie and it grabbed me. My dresser is awash with jewelry accessories that get left there as I dress and undress. I have some nice hanging storage in the closet, but find that the things I see are the ones I wear. Well, the Anthro tree was almost $100 which seemed an extravagance. Moved on. Then in Target this weekend, I happened upon a similiar tree with a sweet bird perched on top. At $20 it was a score and I'm so happy with it. Point is there are options. Sometimes its the investment piece and sometimes its the less expensive version. Pick what you love and can't live without or wait...<br />
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My tree, quite lovely and practical. Love it. Happy Day Light Savings!</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02105912870597406434noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1289537270765984859.post-8365775024548037572013-03-05T04:48:00.004-08:002013-03-05T04:48:55.451-08:00Maxi with a Maxi<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Get it? Yes, one of those "days" when something dark on bottom is a safe bet and preferably nothing restricting either. The black maxi skirt seemed a good bet paired with new clearance top from Target and chambray shirt. Mixed metal accessories and Cowboy boots because you never know when you may need to kick some A, even in a skirt. Sidenote - these are the most comfortable cowboy boots ever. thanks to the EVA innersole. No tired feet in these kickers.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=386243022">Old Navy Chambray</a>,<a href="http://www.target.com/c/sweaters-clothing-women/-/N-5xtbx#navigation=true&viewType=medium&sortBy=newest&minPrice=from&maxPrice=to&isleaf=true&navigationPath=5xtbx&parentCategoryId=9975766&facetedValue=/-/N-5xtbxZ55xrq&RatingFacet=0&categoryId=4646"> Target Sweater</a>, Black maxi <a href="http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/karen-kane-skirt-flared-maxi?ID=788127&CategoryID=131&LinkType=#fn=DRESS_LENGTH%3DLong%26sp%3D1%26spc%3D12%26ruleId%3D2%26slotId%3D11">similiar</a> , <a href="http://www.zappos.com/ariat-womens-boots~a?zfcTest=mm%3A0#!/ariat-women-black-boots/CK_XARCz1wE6AqMVQgEDUgLFBcABAeICBhgBAgoHCA.zso">Ariat boots</a></td></tr>
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I do love to entertain friends and family. And I probably don't do it enough because it seems overwhelming unless I've put weeks into planning an "occasion." But it doesn't have to be so. Sometimes the simplest evenings are the most fun. The last three weekends I have been entertained by friends in their homes. Relaxed, casual, laughter, no one looking for dust bunnies in the corners, or white-gloving the buffet! I left my girlfriends homes with a warm heart and full belly. I jumped in Saturday night, a bit unprepared due to hectic week, to host my aunt, uncle, cousins and parents. Going into my "What I Didn't Do" mode, I cleaned the downstairs but not the upstairs. Vacuumed but didn't mop. Made a lovely centerpiece. Bought cooked chickens from the store, made a nice salad and simple pasta. Voila. Done. Sit back, open the wine and enjoy. Or something close to it anyway...there are still the dishes to wash!</div>
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Took a picture of the centerpiece the next day with natural light. This was relatively inexpensive to assemble using "Manager Special" discounted flowers from the grocery store and produce that will be recycled into edibles after the party. In fact I had to retrieve an apple from my arrangement for the salad that night!</div>
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I went to Raleigh-Durham this weekend for a catch-up with my college roommates. We all met at Washington University in St. Louis a "few" years ago. Ha! Anne and Tania live in Durham and Raleigh, I live in Little Rock, Kelleen lives in Phoenix, and Josie lives in Los Angeles. We span the country and we haven't all been together in 7 years.<br />
I don't travel alone often so there were some comical moments in the airport - taking off a bracelet and having it bust into 20 pieces, thinking I was connecting through one city only to find out it was a completely different connection (almost missed my flight!). The highlight was this yummy brunch in Baltimore. No complaints about this airport food! <br />
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Arriving Thursday night we went straight to late dinner and drinks at <a href="http://www.angusbarn.com/index2.htm">Angus Barn</a> in Raleigh . This premier steak restaurant is somewhat of a landmark having been established in 1960 at this location and remaining largely unchanged. We had a selection of bar food bites and "one or two" drinks in their Wild Turkey Lounge! The next day we took a tour around Raleigh including the train station, contemporary art museum and <a href="http://www.thecuratory.com/">Raleigh</a> denim workshop. <a href="http://www.thecuratory.com/">Raleigh</a> is high end denim hand sewn in this workshop. You can walk in and watch the designers and seamstresses (don't know the male alternative) at work in a very vintage environment. The shop is cool and funky with a ceiling covered in paper airplanes. Available locally, Raleigh only retailed through <a href="http://www.barneys.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-BNY-Site/default/Search-Show?q=Raleigh+Denim&gclid=CL-S-K2K07UCFQP0nAodIjMAkw">Barney's </a>until opening their own storefront in New York City. Right now you can also find some sweet deals on their denim at <a href="http://www.barneyswarehouse.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-BNYWS-Site/default/Search-Show?q=raleigh">BarneysWarehouse.com </a> We continued checking out other shops in Raleigh. I was surprised to discover <a href="http://www.benetton.com/us/">Benetton</a> is alive and well! Probably haven't shopped in one since Wash U. Got a couple of cute purchases and spring styling inspirations there which I'll show in another post.</div>
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Dinner that night at a swell Tapas restaurant, <a href="http://mateotapas.com/">Mateo Tapas</a> in Durham. The food was amazing and this is clearly a hot spot because it was packed! <br />
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Our local hosts husbands' joined us for dinner. Billy and Todd were kind enough to take over the kid duties for the weekend and allow us girls to have a nice long visit.<br />
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Brunch Saturday morning at Durham's <a href="http://guglhupf.com/">Guglhupf</a>, followed by a quick tour of Duke's campus. I hadn't been on the campus since 1989 when I toured as a high school applicant! Despite the rain, or perhaps enhanced by it, the campus quad and buildings are just gorgeous. We checked out Billy's office and the bookstore, only feeling slightly older than the rest of the campus tour groups!! </div>
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More shopping in Durham commenced. Absolutely loved the high end consignment store <a href="http://www.fifisconsignment.com/index.html">Fifi's</a> which has a location in both Raleigh and Durham. Another great store in Durham was <a href="http://magpienc.com/">Magpie's</a> where I picked up great gifts. And of course a stop at the local pub, <a href="http://thefederal.net/">Federal</a> for mid-afternoon refreshments! While there I was reminded of the industry that put Durham on the map-tobacco! I, of course, associate <a href="http://www.townofestill.sc.gov/bulldurhamcenter/Pages/tobaccostory.aspx">Bull Durham</a> with baseball via the movie starring Kevin Costner, and was reeducated on the<a href="http://nchistory.web.unc.edu/durham%E2%80%99s-tobacco-district-a-smoky-contribution/"> historical facts</a> tying this famous name to baseball. During this trip I realized I have an affinity for a nice basic bathroom sign. "Women" clear, to the point, no need for questions. This after mistaking a rooster for a chicken at Angus Barn and hiding out in a stall for a few painful moments!<br />
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A great big hug to my great friends Anne and Tania for hosting the weekend, to Billy for giving up his home for the weekend so we could crash their house, all the family who helped with kiddos and to my girlfriends for valuing this old friendship enough to keep it going for 20 years. Love you.<br />
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