tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20176990767786049502024-03-19T04:16:58.392-05:00Nenny Birds NestCRAFTING, COOKING AND LIVING LIFE WITH MY 2 LITTLE BIRDIESJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.comBlogger216125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-45943478155147095202013-04-23T08:52:00.000-05:002013-04-23T08:52:14.221-05:00Cuban Chicken Salad<ul id="zlrecipe-ingredients-list"><div class="ingredient-label" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-0">
Cuban Chicken Salad</div>
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from <a href="http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/cuban-chicken-salad/">the Happy Hisewife</a></div>
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Salad Ingredients</div>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-1" itemprop="ingredients">1 head romaine lettuce</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-2" itemprop="ingredients">1 can black beans</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-3" itemprop="ingredients">1 can mexicorn</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-4" itemprop="ingredients">1 bunch green onions</li>
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-6" itemprop="ingredients">2 tablespoons lime juice</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-7" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 cup cilantro</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-8" itemprop="ingredients">1 1/2 teaspoon sugar</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-9" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 teaspoon minced garlic</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-10" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 teaspoon <a class="kLink" href="http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/cuban-chicken-salad/#" id="KonaLink1" style="position: static; text-decoration: underline !important;"><span style="color: #8c6239; font-family: "Century Gothic", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 400; position: static;"><span class="kLink" style="color: rgb(140, 98, 57) !important; font-family: "Century Gothic", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 400; position: relative;">chili </span><span class="kLink" style="color: rgb(140, 98, 57) !important; font-family: "Century Gothic", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 400; position: relative;">powder</span></span></a></li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-11" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 teaspoon salt</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-12" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 teaspoon pepper</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-13" itemprop="ingredients">1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil</li>
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<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-1" itemprop="recipeInstructions">In a bowl combine the black beans, corn, and onions. </li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-2" itemprop="recipeInstructions">On a bed of lettuce spoon the black bean mixture then top with chicken.</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-3" itemprop="recipeInstructions">To make the dressing combine all the ingredients in a food processor or blender.</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-4" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Top the salad with the dressing and serve.</li>
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-32055373241741586432012-04-29T12:41:00.000-05:002012-04-29T18:26:13.246-05:00Weekly Meal PlanningMonday- Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and peas<br />
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Tuesday- <a href="http://allrecipes.com/recipe/baked-potato-soup/">Baked Potato Soup</a><br />
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Wednesday- <a href="http://nennybirdsnest.blogspot.com/2010/06/orecchiette-with-sausage-and-roasted.html">Orecchiette with Sausage and Roasted Peppers</a> <br />
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Thursday- <a href="http://life-as-a-lofthouse.blogspot.com/2010/09/baked-sweet-and-sour-chicken-with-fried.html">Baked sweet & sour chicken</a> over rice with green beans<br />
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Friday- Pizza and fresh fruit<br />
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Saturday- Cinco De Mayo/Taco Bar<br />
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Sunday-Breakfast for dinner/ Egg Casserole<br />
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Treat of the week-<br />
No-Bake Cereal Bars (From my Aunt PJ)<br />
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Ingredients:<br />
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1 ½ cups peanut butter<br />
1 cup corn syrup<br />
1 cup sugar<br />
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1 cup butterscotch
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Place cereal in large heatproof bowl; set aside. In a
saucepan combine the peanut butter, corn syrup and sugar. Cook over medium heat
until sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Pour over cereal until well
coated. Spread into a greased 13 x 9 pan. In microwave or heavy saucepan melt
chocolate and butterscotch chips stir until smooth and spread over bars.Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-29679638650251812632012-04-28T23:27:00.002-05:002012-04-29T08:41:03.306-05:00If I had a million dollarsDid you miss me? I'm back and ready to blog!<br />
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One of my favorite songs is "If I had a Million Dollars" by the Barenaked Ladies. Fun to sit back and think of all the things I would or could do with a million dollars. Here is what's on my list<br />
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Been wanting to work on our bedroom, thinking turquoise, yellow and grey is the way to go. <br />
This is from Bed, Bath and Beyond- love all the cute pillows!<br />
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I have been drooling over this shower curtain forever from Anthropologie but $118 for a shower curtain? <br />
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Of course I would have to get these hand towels from Anthro too<br />
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Thinking about getting an oilcloth tablecloth for the kitchen- LOVE the bright colors and you don't have to change the tablecloth after every little spill. Etsy has really cute patterns- kind of liking #3. from the etsy shop Baby's Indulgence</div>
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Been hinting to the hubs that this David Yurman ring would look awesome on my hand</div>
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<u>My running list of wants:</u></div>
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a date night with the hubs- something fun like a concert or show</div>
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memberships to the Zoo & Botanical Gardens- great for summer with the girls!</div>
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dream of taking my girls to Chicago- for American Girl </div>
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new glasses</div>
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an iPad</div>
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sleeping bags & sleeping pads/air mattress for the family (for camping)</div>
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Coleman Xtreme cooler (camping)</div>
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Ok back to reality. Must go read this book.</div>
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Is it considered the Gimmies when you make a wish/dreaming of list?</div>
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and would like a million dollars.</div>
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or a shopping spree</div>
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Either one would work</div>
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Good to be back blog world. Good to be back!</div>
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<br /></div>Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-67220065260823676162012-04-28T22:46:00.000-05:002012-04-28T22:46:07.072-05:00It IS easy being green!<h2>
Kermit the Frog said "it isn't easy being green" well here are a few easy ways to go green in your everyday life</h2>
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<strong><u>Stop receiving unwanted mail</u>
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Free service to opt out of catalogs, coupons, credit card offers, phone books, circulars and more.<br />
go to:<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.catalogchoice.org/"><strong>Catalog Choice</strong></a><br />
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<strong><u>Don't buy bottled water</u></strong><br />
I used to buy bottles of water by the case but my husband and I decided to stop so I bought everyone in the family a cool new water bottle (Sigg's are great!) Easy huh? Need a flavor boost? Add some cut up lemons, limes or even strawberries to you water. <br />
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<strong><u>Give up paper towels or limit your use</u></strong><br />
This was easier than I thought! I went to the dollar store and bought 2 buckets and a bunch or cloth dish rags and towels. I put one bucket next to my washing machine so I can throw clean towels in- easy & convenient and the other bucket I keep under my sink- instead of grabbing a paper towel to dry my hands or wipe up a mess I grab a cloth one. <br />
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<u>Get the kids involved</u></strong>
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-reusable water bottle, sandwich box and snack containers for school lunch<br />
-my kids love art, we have taught them to use both side of the paper and to make recycling easy we have a container next to the desk for recycling<br />
-plant an herb or vegetable garden with your kids. Great reminder of where our food comes from<br />
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<u><strong>Meatless Monday</strong></u><br />
REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT. The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization estimates the meat industry generates nearly one-fifth of the man-made greenhouse gas emissions that are accelerating climate change worldwide (far more than transportation). And annual worldwide demand for meat continues to grow. Reining in meat consumption once a week can help slow this trend.<br />
MINIMIZE WATER USAGE. The water needs of livestock are tremendous, far above those of vegetables or grains. An estimated <a href="http://www.vl-irrigation.org/cms/fileadmin/content/irrig/general/kreith_1991_water_inputs_in_ca_food_production-excerpt.pdf" target="_blank">1,800 to 2,500 gallons of water go into a single pound of beef</a>. Soy tofu produced in California requires 220 gallons of water per pound.<br />
(Source meatlessmonday.com)<br />
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Green Cleaning
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<strong>Wood Floors</strong><br />
<b>Vinegar:</b> Whip up a solution of 1/4 cup white vinegar and 30 ounces of warm water. Put in a recycled spray bottle, then spray on a cotton rag or towel until lightly damp. Then mop your floors, scrubbing away any grime. <br />
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<strong>Porcelain and Tile</strong><br />
<b>Baking Soda and Water:</b> Dust surfaces with baking soda, then scrub with a moist sponge or cloth. If you have tougher grime, sprinkle on some kosher salt, and work up some elbow grease. <br />
<b>Lemon Juice or Vinegar:</b> Got stains, mildew or grease streaks? Spray or douse with lemon juice or vinegar. Let sit a few minutes, then scrub with a stiff brush. <br />
<b>Disinfectant:</b> Instead of bleach, make your own disinfectant by mixing 2 cups of water, 3 tablespoons of liquid soap and 20 to 30 drops of tea tree oil. It's easy!<br />
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<strong>Kitchen Counters</strong><br />
<b>Baking Soda and Water:</b> Reclaim counters by sprinkling with baking soda, then scrubbing with a damp cloth or sponge. If you have stains, knead the baking soda and water into a paste and let set for a while before you remove. This method also works great for stainless steel sinks, cutting boards, containers, refrigerators, oven tops and more.<br />
<b>Kosher Salt and Water:</b> If you need a tougher abrasive sprinkle on kosher salt, and scrub with a wet cloth or sponge. <br />
<b>Natural Disinfectant:</b> To knock out germs without strong products, mix 2 cups of water, 3 tablespoons of liquid soap and 20 to 30 drops of tea tree oil. Spray or rub on counter tops and other kitchen surfaces. <br />
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<strong>Windows & Mirrors</strong><br />
<b>White Vinegar, Water and Newspaper:</b> Mix 2 tablespoons of white vinegar with a gallon of water, and dispense into a used spray bottle. Squirt on, then scrub with newspaper, not paper towels, which cause streaking. <br />
If you're out of vinegar or don't like its smell, you can substitute undiluted <b>lemon juice or club soda</b>.<br />
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<strong>Carpets & rugs</strong><br />
<strong>Club Soda:</strong> You've probably heard the old adage that club soda works well on carpet stains. But you have to attack the mess right away. Lift off any solids, then liberally pour on club soda. Blot with an old rag. The soda's carbonation brings the spill to the surface, and the salts in the soda thwart staining. <br />
<b>Cornmeal:</b> For big spills, dump cornmeal on the mess, wait 5 to 15 minutes, and vacuum up the gunk.<br />
<b>Spot Cleaner:</b> Make your own by mixing: 1/4 cup liquid soap or detergent in a blender, with 1/3 cup water. Mix until foamy. Spray on, then rinse with vinegar. <br />
<b>To Deodorize:</b> Sprinkle baking soda or cornstarch on the carpet or rug, using about 1 cup per medium-sized room. Vacuum after 30 minutes. <br />
<strong>Clogged Drains</strong><br />
<b>Baking Soda and Boiling Water</b>: Pour 1/2 cup of baking soda into the problem drain, followed by 2 cups of boiling water. If that isn't doing it for you, chase the baking soda with a 1/2 cup of vinegar and cover tightly, allowing the vigorous fizzing of the chemical reaction to break up the gunk. Then flush that with one gallon of boiling water. <br />
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<strong>Silver</strong><br />
<b>Aluminum Foil, Boiling Water, Baking Soda and Salt: </b> Keep your sterling shined with this seemingly magic method. Line your sink or a bucket with aluminum foil and drop in tarnished silver. Pour in boiling water, a cup of baking soda and a dash of salt. Let sit for a few minutes. The tarnish will transfer from the silver to the foil. <br />
<b>Toothpaste:</b> If you can't immerse your items or are otherwise inclined to polish by hand, rub tarnished silver with toothpaste and a soft cloth. Rinse with warm water and dry. Instead of toothpaste you can substitute a concoction made of 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water.<br />
<i>Copper</i><br />
<b>Ketchup:</b> To keep your copper pots, pans and accents looking bright and shiny, try rubbing with ketchup<br />
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What are some of your favorite ways to go green?<br />
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Great blogs:<br />
<a href="http://www.keeperofthehome.org/">Keeper of the Home</a><br />
<a href="http://simplehomemade.net/">Simple Homemade</a><br />
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Sources:<br />
<a href="http://www.thedailygreen.com/">The Daily Green</a><br />
<a href="http://simplemom.net/tips-to-go-green-at-home/">Simple Mom</a>Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-37705456692799665942011-11-26T23:12:00.000-06:002011-11-26T23:12:41.506-06:00Advent ConspiracyHave you heard about Advent Conspiracy?<br />
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The concept behind Advent Conspiracy is simple...<br />
<strong>WORSHIP FULLY</strong><br />
It starts with Jesus. It ends with Jesus. This is the holistic approach God had in mind for Christmas. It’s a season where we are called to put down our burdens and lift a song up to our God. It’s a season where love wins, peace reigns, and a king is celebrated with each breath. It’s the party of the year. Entering the story of advent means entering this season with an overwhelming passion to worship Jesus to the fullest.<br />
<strong>SPEND LESS</strong><br />
Before you think we’re getting all Scrooge on you, let us explain what we mean. We like gifts. Our kids really like gifts. But consider this: America spends an average of $450 billion a year every Christmas. How often have you spent money on Christmas presents for no other reason than obligation? How many times have you received a gift out of that same obligation? Thanks, but no thanks, right? We’re asking people to consider buying ONE LESS GIFT this Christmas. Just one. Sounds insignificant, yet many who have taken this small sacrifice have experienced something nothing less than a miracle: They have been more available to celebrate Christ during the advent season.<br />
<strong>GIVE MORE</strong><br />
God’s gift to us was a relationship built on love. So it’s no wonder why we’re drawn to the idea that Christmas should be a time to love our friends and family in the most memorable ways possible. Time is the real gift Christmas offers us, and no matter how hard we look, it can’t be found at the mall. Time to make a gift that turns into the next family heirloom. Time to write mom a letter. Time to take the kids sledding. Time to bake really good cookies and sing really bad Christmas carols. Time to make love visible through relational giving. Sounds a lot better than getting a sweater two sizes too big, right?<br />
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***more to come on this***<br />
<strong>LOVE ALL</strong><br />
When Jesus loved, He loved in ways never imagined. Though rich, he became poor to love the poor, the forgotten, the overlooked and the sick. He played to the margins. By spending less at Christmas we have the opportunity to join Him in giving resources to those who need help the most. When Advent Conspiracy first began four churches challenged this simple concept to its congregations. The result raised more than a half million dollars to aid those in need. One less gift. One unbelievable present in the name of Christ. <br />
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Need more information? Check out the web-site:<br />
<a href="http://ac.wcrossing.org/">Advent Conspiracy</a> <br />
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My family is really excited about this! We took the first step and instead of shopping on Black Friday we spent the day as a family. We watched the Macy's parade that I DVR'd the day before, we had lunch in the park, we went to the Worship Fully event at out church and ended the day making pizza at home together.<br />
Awesome day!Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-44129789794033143752011-11-21T14:14:00.000-06:002011-11-21T14:14:04.461-06:00Family Christmas Scripture Traditions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdse8SzKZIxdPBgWuQIsst2l2h4w-Z5bp-woCQG4025L-tvs-q1VE8hV_8Db8mffNzH2B69zliiVCJ4PLnYyWtHw4fSftm1MRJj2aXqmFdFIoepYot_yQotgOmBoAezXidOAbVuMEMtzkl/s1600/ch-angel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdse8SzKZIxdPBgWuQIsst2l2h4w-Z5bp-woCQG4025L-tvs-q1VE8hV_8Db8mffNzH2B69zliiVCJ4PLnYyWtHw4fSftm1MRJj2aXqmFdFIoepYot_yQotgOmBoAezXidOAbVuMEMtzkl/s200/ch-angel.jpg" width="198" /></a></div>Beginning on the first day of December, read one scripture a day with your family. Consider using your family’s talents by adding special musical numbers and singing together. When Christmas arrives you will find you have begun a new family tradition that will increase your knowledge of the Savior. Continue your scripture reading time together each day throughout the year to further strengthen the bonds of your family.<br />
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Day, Event, Reference, Jesus Christ<br />
1 Jarius’ Daughter raised, Luke 8:41-56, Was compassionate<br />
2 Sinful woman forgiven, Luke 7:36-50, Was forgiving<br />
3 Nobleman’s son healed, John 4:46-53, Had power to heal<br />
4 Temple cleansed, John 2:13-17, Was reverent and opposed to evil<br />
5 Storm calmed, Mark 4:35-41, Had power over elements<br />
6 Children blessed, Mark 10:13-16, Loved children<br />
7 Savior dined with Mary & Martha Luke, 10:38-42, Made people happy<br />
8 Savior suffered in Garden of Gethsemane, Luke 22:41-45, Was Submissive<br />
9 Apostles’ feet washed, John 13:3-17, Was humble<br />
10 Apostles chosen, Luke 6:12-13, Was prayerful<br />
11 Christ’s wisdom advanced, Luke 2:51-52, Obeyed parents<br />
12 Christ baptized, Matthew 3:13-17, Obeyed God’s law<br />
13 Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5:2-16, Gave counsel<br />
14 Christ in the temple, Luke 2:42-49, Taught when twelve years old<br />
15 The Lord’s prayer, Matthew 6:9-13, Taught proper way to pray<br />
16 Parable of the Sower, Luke 8:5-16,Taught with stories<br />
17 Parable of the Lost Sheep, Luke 15:4-7, Helped sinners<br />
18 Story of the Good Samaritan, Luke 10:29-36, Was kind<br />
19 Promised the Comforter, John 14:26-27, Promised the Holy Ghost<br />
20 Fishes and loaves shared, Matthew 14:15-21, Performed miracles<br />
21 Story of Lazarus, John 11:40-44, Raised the dead<br />
22 Mary’s visitation, Luke 1:26-33, Is the Son of the Highest<br />
23 Christ’s Birth, Luke 2:1-11, Fulfilled prophesy<br />
24 Shepherds visited & Wisemen brought gifts, Matthew 2:9-13 & Luke 2:12-16, Was worshipped as Savior<br />
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Thanks <a href="http://go.tipjunkie.com/ch/396/printable.tipjunkie.com/christmas-scripture-tradition/">Tip Junkie</a> for the awesome idea!Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-75368917337225647492011-11-14T18:29:00.000-06:002011-11-14T18:29:22.013-06:00Thanksgiving Crafts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I am going to make a simpler one using what we have:<br />
popcorn kernels and glue for the letters</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">old jar filled with kernels </div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">cardstock</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">a pencil instead of a wooden dowel</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">will post pictures of our version</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-23639148749895282002011-11-12T11:46:00.000-06:002011-11-14T19:54:52.669-06:00Advent CalendarThe word advent originated from a Latin word meaning 'arrival'. With an advent calendar, you countdown each day until Christmas in a special way. Instead of small toys or candy we have decided to make a list of fun to do this Christmas Season as a family. <br />
Here is our list of 25 things we are going to do- not in any order<br />
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- make Christmas cookies<br />
- drive around Webster and look at Christmas lights<br />
- read the book "Good Gave Us Christmas"<br />
- make red & green bead bracelets<br />
- Pizza with Santa- thanks Kristen!!<br />
- make homemade ornaments, maybe these:<br />
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- afternoon with Santa, a St. Louis Police Wives Event<br />
- drive through Tilles and look at the Christmas lights<br />
- family movie night- make pizza and watch a Christmas movie<br />
- make Christmas cards to send to friends and family<br />
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- hot cocoa and candy canes after school<br />
- set up Nativity and talk about the true meaning of Christmas<br />
- wrap teacher's gifts and make cards for them<br />
- family game night- Christmas Bingo<br />
- take the girls shopping to buy a gift for each other and pick out a toy to donate to Toys for Tots<br />
- decorate Christmas tree and listen to Christmas music<br />
- Christmas Eve- new jammies and reading of 'Twas the night before Christmas<br />
- caroling with Girl Scouts<br />
- Christmas Express (drive to KC) Christmas music, fun treat & a new book<br />
- St. Nicholas Day- the girls are getting their own bible and another small gift<br />
- special Christmas craft, think this is cute:<br />
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- take treats to neighbors and police station<br />
- celebrate Christmas in St. Louis<br />
- go to the library and check out some Christmas books<br />
- read the story about the birth of Jesus <br />
- color gift tags with kids, these are cute:<br />
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<strong>Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake</strong><br />
A yummy way to start Thanksgiving Day! Thanks <a href="http://www.pauladeen.com/recipes/view2/pumpkin_gooey_butter_cake">Paula Deen</a>!<br />
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Cake:<br />
1 18 1/4-ounce package yellow cake mix<br />
1 egg<br />
8 tablespoons butter, melted<br />
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Filling:<br />
1 15-ounce can of pumpkin<br />
1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened<br />
3 eggs<br />
1 teaspoon vanilla<br />
8 tablespoons butter, melted<br />
1 16-ounce box powdered sugar<br />
1 teaspoon cinnamon<br />
1 teaspoon nutmeg<br />
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Directions:<br />
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.<br />
To make the cake, combine all of the ingredients and mix well. Pat the mixture into a lightly greased 13x9-inch baking pan. <br />
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Prepare filling:<br />
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and pumpkin until smooth. Add the eggs, vanilla, and butter and beat together. <br />
Next, add the powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and mix well. <br />
Spread pumpkin mixture over cake batter and bake for 40 to 50 minutes. Make sure not to over bake as the center should be a little gooey.<br />
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<strong>Corn Casserole</strong><br />
this is from a family friend, Betty Shornick- it is really good!!<br />
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2 packages shoe peg corn (12 oz)- defrosted<br />
1 package cream cheese (8 oz)<br />
1 stick butter<br />
1 red bell pepper, chopped<br />
1Tbs milk<br />
salt & pepper to taste<br />
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Melt butter and cream cheese together. Mix in corn and bell pepper. Add milk and salt & pepper taste.<br />
Tips:<br />
-have butter and cream cheese at room temp<br />
-can make ahead and heat in oven at 375 degrees until warm<br />
-this make a great side dish for holiday meals, it can be doubled easily!<br />
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<strong>Corn Souffle </strong><br />
This recipe is so yummy! It comes from my Aunt Roxie<br />
Enjoy!<br />
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1 can cream style corm<br />
1 can whole kernel corn<br />
2 beaten eggs<br />
8 oz plain yogurt<br />
1 stick butter<br />
1 box Jiffy corn bread mix<br />
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Directions:<br />
Melt butter, add cans of corn, yogurt and eggs.<br />
Fold in corn bread mix until blended.<br />
Bake @ 350 for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown<br />
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<strong>Cranberry Sauce</strong><br />
Traditional Thanksgiving Cranberry Sauce- so easy to make! I always make it the day before<br />
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Ingredients<br />
1 cup white sugar<br />
1 cup orange juice<br />
1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries<br />
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Directions<br />
1.In a medium saucepan over medium heat, dissolve the sugar in the orange juice. Stir in the cranberries, and cook until they start to pop (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat, and transfer to a bowl. Cranberry sauce will thicken as it cools.<br />
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<strong>Grandma Peggy’s Sweet Potato Casserole</strong><br />
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Sweet potatoes<br />
1 stick butter<br />
brown sugar (approx. 1 cup)<br />
large marshmallows<br />
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Boil sweet potatoes until fork tender. Cool. In a saucepan, heat butter and brown sugar.<br />
Peel and rice cooked potatoes.<br />
Stir in the carmel mixture. Add more butter or brown sugar to taste. Add salt is desired. Put in casserole; top with marshmallows; bake at 350 degrees until heated and marshmallows are lightly browned.<br />
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<strong>Grandma Ople's Apple Pie</strong><br />
no I don't have a Grandma Ople, I found this on <a href="http://allrecipes.com/recipe/apple-pie-by-grandma-ople/detail.aspx">allrecipes.com</a><br />
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Ingredients<br />
1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie<br />
1/2 cup unsalted butter<br />
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour<br />
1/4 cup water<br />
1/2 cup white sugar<br />
1/2 cup packed brown sugar<br />
8 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and sliced<br />
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Directions<br />
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Melt the butter in a saucepan. Stir in flour to form a paste. Add water, white sugar and brown sugar, and bring to a boil. Reduce temperature and let simmer.<br />
2. Place the bottom crust in your pan. Fill with apples, mounded slightly. Cover with a lattice work crust. Gently pour the sugar and butter liquid over the crust. Pour slowly so that it does not run off.<br />
3. Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Continue baking for 35 to 45 minutes, until apples are soft.<br />
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<strong>Chocolate Pecan Pie</strong><br />
another yummy recipe from <a href="http://allrecipes.com/recipe/chocolate-pecan-pie-iii/detail.aspx">allrecipes.com</a><br />
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Ingredients<br />
1/2 cup margarine, melted<br />
1 cup light corn syrup<br />
1 cup white sugar<br />
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder<br />
1 teaspoon vanilla extract<br />
1/4 teaspoon salt<br />
4 eggs<br />
1 cup chopped pecans<br />
1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie (I just use store bought)<br />
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Directions<br />
1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).<br />
2. In a heavy saucepan combine melted margarine, corn syrup, white sugar and cocoa. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves. Add vanilla, salt and eggs, stirring well. Stir in 1/2 cup pecans. Mix well.<br />
3. Pour filling into unbaked pastry shell and top with remaining 1/2 cup pecans. Bake at 325 degrees F(165 degrees C) for 55 minutes. Let cool and serve.<br />
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Pumpkin Pie<br />
thanks again <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/pumpkin-pie-recipe/index.html">Paula Deen</a><br />
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Ingredients<br />
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened<br />
2 cups canned pumpkin, mashed<br />
1 cup sugar<br />
1/4 teaspoon salt<br />
1 egg plus 2 egg yolks, slightly beaten<br />
1 cup half-and-half<br />
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) melted butter<br />
1 teaspoon vanilla extract<br />
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon<br />
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, optional<br />
1 piece pre-made pie dough<br />
Whipped cream, for topping<br />
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Directions<br />
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.<br />
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Place 1 piece of pre-made pie dough down into a (9-inch) pie pan and press down along the bottom and all sides. Pinch and crimp the edges together to make a pretty pattern. Put the pie shell back into the freezer for 1 hour to firm up. Fit a piece of aluminum foil to cover the inside of the shell completely. Fill the shell up to the edges with pie weights or dried beans (about 2 pounds) and place it in the oven. Bake for 10 minutes, remove the foil and pie weights and bake for another 10 minutes or until the crust is dried out and beginning to color.<br />
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For the filling, in a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer. Add the pumpkin and beat until combined. Add the sugar and salt, and beat until combined. Add the eggs mixed with the yolks, half-and-half, and melted butter, and beat until combined. Finally, add the vanilla, cinnamon, and ginger, if using, and beat until incorporated.<br />
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Pour the filling into the warm prepared pie crust and bake for 50 minutes, or until the center is set. Place the pie on a wire rack and cool to room temperature. Cut into slices and top each piece with a generous amount of whipped cream.</div>Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-40750241063561991342011-09-13T17:53:00.000-05:002011-09-14T16:57:53.195-05:00Recipe LinksHere are a few of my favorite weight watchers recipe site, check them out:<br /><br /><a href="http://saksfamily.no-ip.com/crockpot.html#_Toc46057866"><strong>Low Fat Crockpot Recipes</strong></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.anitasrecipes.com/"><strong>Anita's Tried and True Recipes</strong></a><br /><br /><a href="http://http://www.skinnytaste.com/"><strong>Skinny Taste</strong></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.laaloosh.com/"><strong>Laa Loosh</strong></a><br /><br /><strong><a href="http://www.momswhothink.com/healthy-recipes/healthy-recipes.html">Moms Who Think</a></strong>Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-82326880614463820872011-09-13T17:49:00.001-05:002011-09-13T17:49:48.210-05:00Catalina Chicken1 Small bottle of Fat-free Catalina dressing<br />1 bag of frozen chicken breasts<br />1 cup of chopped onions<br />1 cup chopped red bell peppers<br />Salt and pepper to taste<br />Set on low for 8-9 hours 0r High for 5-6<br /><br />serve with roasted potatoes and veggiesJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-51963073118732998962011-09-13T17:44:00.000-05:002011-09-13T17:46:58.127-05:00Slow Cooker Double Onion Beef Sandwiches(9 Points)<br />Makes 8 sandwiches<br /><br />3 large cloves garlic, finely chopped<br />1 tbs. Worcestershire sauce<br />1/2 tsp. coarsely ground pepper<br />3 lb. fresh beef brisket (not corned beef)<br />1 med. onion, thinly sliced<br />1 pkg. (1 .3 oz.) onion soup mix<br />1/2 cup water<br />8 individual French rolls or crusty rolls<br /><br />Mix garlic, Worcestershire sauce and pepper; rub on both sides of beef. Cut beef into half or thirds to fit slow cooker. Place sliced onion into bottom of 3 /2-6 qt. slow cooker. Top with beef pieces; sprinkle with soup mix (dry). Add water. Cover and cook on low 8-10 hrs. or until beef is tender. Remove beef; cut across grain into this slices. Skim fat from juices in slow cooker. Cut breads horizontally in half. Fill bread with beef. Drizzle with juices.<br /><br />Per serving: cal 410, fat 14g, sat fat 5g, chol 95mg, sod 680mg, carb 31g,fiber 3g, prot 42g<br />Points: 9Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-88131082435671863822011-09-13T17:36:00.000-05:002011-09-13T17:42:14.887-05:00Low fat Chicken & Rice SkilletRecipe by: <a href="http://www.anitasrecipes.com/Recipe/chicken-and-rice-skillet">Anita's Tried & True Recipes</a><br />5.5 Points Per Serving (old points system)<br /> <br />1/2 tsp olive oil<br />2 c ground chicken breast, skinless -- cooked<br />1/2 c onions -- chopped<br />1/2 c red and green bell peppers -- chopped<br />1 c frozen green peas -- thawed<br />10 3/4 ozs low-fat cream of mushroom soup (I use cream LF cream of chicken<br />1 3/4 c water<br />1 c long-grain white rice<br />2 tsps salt<br /> <br />In a saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken, onions, and bell peppers. Cook until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.Stir in peas, cream of mushroom soup, water, rice, and salt. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until rice is done.<br />Makes 6 servingsJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-66158164021793150842011-09-13T17:33:00.000-05:002011-09-13T18:00:07.543-05:00Monday Menu Planningon Tuesday...<br /><br />Monday- Whole wheat penne pasta with tomato sauce<br /><br />Tuesday- Taco Night<br /><br />Wednesday- Slow Cooker Double Onion Beef Sandwiches**<br /><br />Thursday- Low-Fat Chicken & Rice Skillet**<br /><br />Friday- BBQ Chicken pizza (on wheat crust & LF cheese)<br /><br />Saturday-Catalina Chicken**<br /><br />** indicates recipe is available on this blog, check under weight watchersJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-66868797302939738372011-09-10T21:14:00.000-05:002011-09-10T21:53:49.928-05:00We will never forget<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifvxH01xHdNgOg5VBNQzUWVhNE59HkMAIzSbAlGOZS0uEFPablraa-8FX1rIdbR3DCYWT7NzSXGBP80zDWhvkMDg4PUqOckEda_HV0yGOLgceVm-NdmqCK8jASN91kQqqCxrxNJpVPqD-y/s1600/911.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 191px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifvxH01xHdNgOg5VBNQzUWVhNE59HkMAIzSbAlGOZS0uEFPablraa-8FX1rIdbR3DCYWT7NzSXGBP80zDWhvkMDg4PUqOckEda_HV0yGOLgceVm-NdmqCK8jASN91kQqqCxrxNJpVPqD-y/s200/911.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650919910576034210" /></a><br /><br /><br />“Time is passing. Yet, for the United States of America, there will be no forgetting September the 11th. We will remember every rescuer who died in honor. We will remember every family that lives in grief. We will remember the fire and ash, the last phone calls, the funerals of the children. ” by President George W. Bush<br /><br />9/11 by the Numbers (from <a href="http://nymag.com/news/articles/wtc/1year/numbers.htm"><strong>New York Magazine</strong></a>)<br />Death, destruction, charity, salvation, war, money, real estate, spouses, babies, and other September 11 statistics. <br /><br />The initial numbers are indelible: 8:46 a.m. and 9:02 a.m. Time the burning towers stood: 56 minutes and 102 minutes. Time they took to fall: 12 seconds. From there, they ripple out.<br /><br /><br />•Total number killed in attacks (official figure as of 9/5/02): 2,819 <br /><br />•Number of firefighters and paramedics killed: 343<br /><br />•Number of NYPD officers: 23<br /><br />•Number of Port Authority police officers: 37 <br /><br />•Number of WTC companies that lost people: 60 <br /><br />•Number of employees who died in Tower One: 1,402 <br /><br />•Number of employees who died in Tower Two: 614 <br /><br />•Number of employees lost at Cantor Fitzgerald: 658 <br /><br />•Number of U.S. troops killed in Operation Enduring Freedom: 22 <br /><br />•Number of nations whose citizens were killed in attacks: 115 <br /><br />•Ratio of men to women who died: 3:1 <br /><br />•Age of the greatest number who died: between 35 and 39 <br /><br />•Bodies found "intact": 289 <br /><br />•Body parts found: 19,858 <br /><br />•Number of families who got no remains: 1,717 <br /><br />•Estimated units of blood donated to the New York Blood Center: 36,000 <br /><br />•Total units of donated blood actually used: 258 <br /><br />•Number of people who lost a spouse or partner in the attacks: 1,609 <br /><br />•Estimated number of children who lost a parent: 3,051 <br /><br />•Percentage of Americans who knew someone hurt or killed in the attacks: 20 <br /><br />•FDNY retirements, January–July 2001: 274 <br /><br />•FDNY retirements, January–July 2002: 661 <br /><br />•Number of firefighters on leave for respiratory problems by January 2002: 300 <br /><br />•Number of funerals attended by Rudy Giuliani in 2001: 200 <br /><br />•Number of FDNY vehicles destroyed: 98 <br /><br />•Tons of debris removed from site: 1,506,124 <br /><br />•Days fires continued to burn after the attack: 99 <br /><br />•Jobs lost in New York owing to the attacks: 146,100 <br /><br />•Days the New York Stock Exchange was closed: 6 <br /><br />•Point drop in the Dow Jones industrial average when the NYSE reopened: 684.81 <br /><br />•Days after 9/11 that the U.S. began bombing Afghanistan: 26 <br /><br />•Total number of hate crimes reported to the Council on American-Islamic Relations nationwide since 9/11: 1,714 <br /><br />•Economic loss to New York in month following the attacks: $105 billion <br /><br />•Estimated cost of cleanup: $600 million <br /><br />•Total FEMA money spent on the emergency: $970 million <br /><br />•Estimated amount donated to 9/11 charities: $1.4 billion <br /><br />•Estimated amount of insurance paid worldwide related to 9/11: $40.2 billion <br /><br />•Estimated amount of money needed to overhaul lower-Manhattan subways: $7.5 billion <br /><br />•Amount of money recently granted by U.S. government to overhaul lower-Manhattan subways: $4.55 billion <br /><br />•Estimated amount of money raised for funds dedicated to NYPD and FDNY families: $500 million <br /><br />•Percentage of total charity money raised going to FDNY and NYPD families: 25 <br /><br />•Average benefit already received by each FDNY and NYPD widow: $1 million <br /><br />•Percentage increase in law-school applications from 2001 to 2002: 17.9 <br /><br />•Percentage increase in Peace Corps applications from 2001 to 2002: 40 <br /><br />•Percentage increase in CIA applications from 2001 to 2002: 50 <br /><br />•Number of songs Clear Channel Radio considered "inappropriate" to play after 9/11: 150 <br /><br />•Number of mentions of 9/11 at the Oscars: 26 <br /><br />•Apartments in lower Manhattan eligible for asbestos cleanup: 30,000 <br /><br />•Number of apartments whose residents have requested cleanup and testing: 4,110 <br /><br />•Number of Americans who changed their 2001 holiday-travel plans from plane to train or car: 1.4 million <br /><br />•Estimated number of New Yorkers suffering from post-traumatic-stress disorder as a result of 9/11: 422,000 <br /><br /><br />September 9, 2001 in many ways feels like it was just yesterday and at the same time so long ago. I was at home because Tuesday was my day off of work, I turned on the Today Show and watched as the events unfolded. Sadness, helplessness, fear- the uncertainty of all that was happening. <br /><br />That evening I sat with my friends Ann and Nayla glued to the TV. I spent much of the afternoon and evening on the phone trying to get in touch with a friend who had been visiting New York. The wave of relief that they were ok.<br /><br />I proudly hung my American flag in my window in my apartment. I made red, white and blue ribbons for everyone at work to wear. I raised money for the red cross by making ribbons and asking for donations. I donated money to the 9/11 telethon. I felt I had do to something, anything.<br /><br />My husband was going through the Police Academy at the time. Can you imagine sitting in the academy on the day? Training to be a first responder while watching the events of 9/11 unfold. 60 police officers died that day.<br /><br />So tomorrow on September 11 hug and kiss your family and thank your first respondersJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-52170099804911632152011-06-16T09:30:00.000-05:002011-06-16T09:41:50.360-05:00Handprint Art<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSbrTBUlMBtGIpYj7XmsOaHzIqKh7BGTRSUZnT8CLsFwnljSwLV2L41AKLZ3PnF1eMPxkiaQ0NkbhvaB6wWqU8z2-bM2s_crGCgSMBuuqxf8OsGSwsMa7mNEVSvEnXrthR4-4MDZq3jH_7/s1600/but.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSbrTBUlMBtGIpYj7XmsOaHzIqKh7BGTRSUZnT8CLsFwnljSwLV2L41AKLZ3PnF1eMPxkiaQ0NkbhvaB6wWqU8z2-bM2s_crGCgSMBuuqxf8OsGSwsMa7mNEVSvEnXrthR4-4MDZq3jH_7/s200/but.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618826104196682594" /></a><br />from <a href="http://ourdailyobsessions.blogspot.com/2011/05/craft-mothers-day-card.html"><strong>our daily obsession</strong></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdN23b-p9oUsuYm1wsvN9aJsGMh2fsfogOPCPQu-8NUrCtJ5oL6zaGzhUT-eH38xwLd-SRXs-75Bhal4vIgmUnaN7zp4YRltimuJXJWFMdjwLZEKOMP8RpwIw7-aRpEyNbKOxyAVkkY0Ur/s1600/flo.bmp"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdN23b-p9oUsuYm1wsvN9aJsGMh2fsfogOPCPQu-8NUrCtJ5oL6zaGzhUT-eH38xwLd-SRXs-75Bhal4vIgmUnaN7zp4YRltimuJXJWFMdjwLZEKOMP8RpwIw7-aRpEyNbKOxyAVkkY0Ur/s200/flo.bmp" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618825580665699602" /></a><br />from <a href="http://www.skiptomylou.org/2009/05/06/a-sweet-little-mothers-day-gift/"><strong>Skip to My Lou</strong></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5-AyIMihauID6MoHyTLkwrxqyTQTJHOFmHEeXc108eOcR_8kU-CquSnPAFom5Wm0nRHSIoyreNuFIcxGEjonuBsxt1F0ir4ciRzwxj_YYGsAPIve0odjB6QWCxcB3tcdMFjQ3MJ5-eg6n/s1600/ele.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 196px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5-AyIMihauID6MoHyTLkwrxqyTQTJHOFmHEeXc108eOcR_8kU-CquSnPAFom5Wm0nRHSIoyreNuFIcxGEjonuBsxt1F0ir4ciRzwxj_YYGsAPIve0odjB6QWCxcB3tcdMFjQ3MJ5-eg6n/s200/ele.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618825194166647362" /></a><br />from <strong><a href="http://craftsandartforchildren.blogspot.com/2010/11/jungle-safari-birthday-party.html"><strong>Crafts-N-Things for children</strong></a></strong>Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-57576162809901875022011-06-14T14:39:00.000-05:002011-06-14T14:42:17.312-05:00Crockpot Barbecue Chicken<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3p6EuHBR46GHtBBP6O8f7w3lP4ApLjcbqQPsWUaNo3qtMOgi8lM5mQkBmDbNUzfJnWcHWiJBHABxOWqkoWCuaBdKh1-Pa0hHCjJlaCVfJDXyh3kWxkin7H3yxFsNOCB0xTL2Dp_nTodVA/s1600/bbq+ch"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3p6EuHBR46GHtBBP6O8f7w3lP4ApLjcbqQPsWUaNo3qtMOgi8lM5mQkBmDbNUzfJnWcHWiJBHABxOWqkoWCuaBdKh1-Pa0hHCjJlaCVfJDXyh3kWxkin7H3yxFsNOCB0xTL2Dp_nTodVA/s200/bbq+ch" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618162609107312706" /></a><br />from <a href="http://smashedpeasandcarrots.blogspot.com/2011/01/crockpot-barbecue-chicken-and-oven.html"><strong>Smashed Peas and Carrots</strong></a><br /><br />1.5 lbs chicken breasts (or about 4 nice-sized ones)<br />1 18 oz bottle of barbecue sauce (I like to use Sweet Baby Ray's!)<br />1/2 cup brown sugar<br />3/4 cup Italian dressing<br />2 Tbsp worcestershire sauce<br /><br /><br />This one's easy! Place the chicken in your crockpot. In a bowl mix the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, Italian dressing and Worcestershire sauce together. Pour over chicken and set on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4. Once the chicken is fork tender go ahead and shred it up. All done!!Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-70265572610324463082011-06-14T14:34:00.000-05:002011-06-14T14:44:20.720-05:00Menu plan for the weekMonday- <a href="http://nennybirdsnest.blogspot.com/2011/03/chicken-corn-chowder.html"><strong>Chicken Corn Chowder</strong></a><br /><br />Tuesday- <a href="http://nennybirdsnest.blogspot.com/2010/06/orecchiette-with-sausage-and-roasted.html"><strong>Orecchiette with Sausage and Roasted Peppers</strong> </a><br /><br />Wednesday- <a href="http://nennybirdsnest.blogspot.com/2011/06/crockpot-barbecue-chicken.html"><strong>BBQ Chicken Sandwiches</strong></a><br /><br />Thursday- Grilled Chicken, rice and green beans<br /><br />Friday- Pizza Night<br /><br />**click on the bold and it will take you to the recipe!**Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-58672859101575152382011-06-11T17:45:00.000-05:002011-06-14T14:34:33.295-05:00summer fun<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghpgbM_GwNTsVXe-xkAltwOaFwzWS7NVWbAt4U11BaJpFxGo17nN4ti4aEb0KeRvIT8DFW0P1rrFWtOjnIMvk2hNy-1onMnsGiUfcci0V6nDm6dXFJSgUAUYAYG9n8ZGRngySDzcdCU6Ub/s1600/June+2011+027.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghpgbM_GwNTsVXe-xkAltwOaFwzWS7NVWbAt4U11BaJpFxGo17nN4ti4aEb0KeRvIT8DFW0P1rrFWtOjnIMvk2hNy-1onMnsGiUfcci0V6nDm6dXFJSgUAUYAYG9n8ZGRngySDzcdCU6Ub/s200/June+2011+027.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617097524096894770" /></a><br /><br />The girls and I have come up with a list of things we want to do this summer, they love to know what we have planned for the week so wrote all our ideas on index cards, jazzed up a bulletin board and our summer scheduled was created<br /><br />Here are some of the things on our list:<br />**click on the bold and it will lead you to the link**<br />-go to the pool<br />-paint me pottery<br />-have a tea party (with the cups we painted)<br />-go camping<br />-go to camp grandma (girls go to KC and mom & dad get a break- awesome!)<br />-make friendship bracelets<br />-<strong><a href="http://2littlehooligans.blogspot.com/2011/06/how-to-make-homemade-ice-cream-in.html">make ice cream in a bag</a></strong><br />-make root beer floats<br />-go to the library<br />-<a href="http://www.wehrenberg.com/presenting.aspx?pId=238"><strong>free summer movie series</strong></a> (Weherenberg theaters)<br />-play with shaving cream (bought this at the $ store and it was a BIG hit!)<br />-play with water balloons<br />-make bookmarks<br />-make a surprise for Daddy for Father's Day<br />-Play putt putt golf<br />-<a href="http://creativejuicesdecor.blogspot.com/2010/12/rock-candy-scientific-kids-favorite.html"><strong>make rock candy</strong></a><br />-have a pink party <br />-<a href="http://simplesong.typepad.com/home/2010/06/pudding-cups-bakerella.html"><strong>make chocolate bowls</strong></a><br />-<strong><a href="http://crafts.kaboose.com/gods-eyes.html">make a craft with yarn</a></strong><br />-<a href="http://aggiemania.blogspot.com/2010/07/patriotic-craft.html"><strong>make craft stick flags</strong></a><br />-<a href="http://melaniescrafts.blogspot.com/2010/06/smores-on-stick.html"><strong>make a 4th of July treat</strong></a><br />-<a href="http://www.skiptomylou.org/2009/05/06/a-sweet-little-mothers-day-gift/"><strong>make handprint flowers</strong></a><br />-<a href="http://pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com/2009/07/color-my-driveway-cornstarch-sidewalk.html"><strong>make sidewalk paint</strong></a><br />-make paper flowers<br />-tie dye t-shirtsJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-63582672791551283952011-06-06T16:58:00.000-05:002011-06-06T17:04:22.712-05:00Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmQn9DDScRnS1XCQ9U3-bb3SmPXwqW81RqNIPh0o6YAPBr9p3UvicgHmLdSWp3aUe42TJriySuHr4xaVDjmaucEQT1RDBlT44pGbO_Ygc5Bv0bO17ea9i9Er2T1VEaCYxWBqNtrpoTOAFY/s1600/ice-cream-cone-cupcakes-recipe.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 157px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmQn9DDScRnS1XCQ9U3-bb3SmPXwqW81RqNIPh0o6YAPBr9p3UvicgHmLdSWp3aUe42TJriySuHr4xaVDjmaucEQT1RDBlT44pGbO_Ygc5Bv0bO17ea9i9Er2T1VEaCYxWBqNtrpoTOAFY/s200/ice-cream-cone-cupcakes-recipe.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615230933285598386" /></a><br /><br /><br />PREPARATION:<br />1.Preheat oven to 350°F.<br />2.Prepare cake mix according to package directions.<br />3.Spoon 1/4 cup batter into each ice cream cone.<br />4.Stand cones in muffin pan cups. Bake about 20 minutes or until toothpicks inserted into centers come out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.<br />5.Frost cupcakes and decorate as desired. <br /><br />Note<br />These cupcakes are best served the day they are prepared. Store them loosely covered.Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-48704114669625228612011-06-06T14:19:00.000-05:002011-06-06T14:22:51.411-05:00BBQ Beef Sandiwchesfrom <a href="http://www.ohsweetbasil.com/2011/03/bbq-beef-sandwiches.html">Sweet Basil</a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP5Raxp7omNBkLfG6ndlT17_PqXmv-x7OrNYPqs6kQNPtTM6d7-I5W3DFs4WvSK5PPX23-_92oUoS9FZWPjrSHNjVHt5yDIEDPk_TP2_emuaEw0uQ8YnHR_QQ2DtWCJ5Z7-S2CGmkjt8-W/s1600/bbq.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP5Raxp7omNBkLfG6ndlT17_PqXmv-x7OrNYPqs6kQNPtTM6d7-I5W3DFs4WvSK5PPX23-_92oUoS9FZWPjrSHNjVHt5yDIEDPk_TP2_emuaEw0uQ8YnHR_QQ2DtWCJ5Z7-S2CGmkjt8-W/s200/bbq.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615188928852826370" /></a><br /><br />1 Beef Roast<br />1 1/4 Cup Root Beer<br />16 Oz Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce<br />1 ts garlic powder<br /><br />Cook on low in a crock pot for 6 hours, shred the meat and cook an additional 1-2 hours. Serve on buns.Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-36035430872438151492011-06-01T20:37:00.000-05:002011-06-01T20:45:52.263-05:00BROWNED BUTTER BROWN SUGAR COOKIES WITH LEMON BUTTERCREAMfrom <a href="http://www.heathersdish.com/1/browned-butter-brown-sugar-cookies-with-lemon-buttercream/">HeathersDish</a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGm8mryArqhfa1ZDmAa6Tdpw-JkjdWgXQIxWYufZprFB1bIHOju9XUsADXA4unMxDipF8XdA_7S74hLCVBuDeuHGn1s3Rg7h9gm2BlRbXMEZW6QZljdZnO-fZIn9eVfVAToXZDYlm4r_7p/s1600/lemon.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 133px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGm8mryArqhfa1ZDmAa6Tdpw-JkjdWgXQIxWYufZprFB1bIHOju9XUsADXA4unMxDipF8XdA_7S74hLCVBuDeuHGn1s3Rg7h9gm2BlRbXMEZW6QZljdZnO-fZIn9eVfVAToXZDYlm4r_7p/s200/lemon.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613430576139026786" /></a><br /><br />1 1/2 cups flour <br />1/4 tsp baking powder <br />1/4 tsp baking soda <br />1/4 tsp salt <br />1/2 cup butter sliced thinly + 4 Tbsp at room temperature <br />2/3 cup brown sugar <br />1 egg <br />1 tsp vanilla <br />1 cup powdered sugar <br />zest and juice from 1 lemon <br /><br />Preheat oven to 350. In a small skillet over medium low heat brown the butter by adding it to the pan and let it bubble, stirring constantly. As you start to see some brown in the color take note; it won’t take long to finish from there. Pour immediately into a cold bowl to stop cooking. Cream together the browned butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla. Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. If you’re at a higher altitude then refrigerate for about 30 minutes. Roll into 1 tsp balls and bake at 350 for 8-10 minutes until the edges are just slightly brown. Let cool completely before adding the frosting.<br /><br />For the frosting beat together the 4 Tbsp of softened butter with the 1 cup of powdered sugar. Add the lemon zest and half of the juice. If the icing is spreadable, stop there; if it needs more liquid add just a touch of the lemon juice. Spread on the cooled cookies and enjoy!Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-45640170432264137672011-06-01T20:24:00.000-05:002011-06-01T20:46:27.527-05:00Pasta with Asparagus and Pecorinofrom <a href="http://betsylife.com/?p=4209&preview=true">BetsyLife</a> recipe inspired from Cooking Light<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiygfQnYYntUSd-5HohfBtck8pAlHWSPQ0LqBeJ7jfBI_T6qywyXZSPRaaMh3jo6aiz5FQtM8CICidMlklvPP0SLXQTH4swu_SJdvTYM-gOTomDtyIMyLkEjIHZcHOS488zHTvOCGc8Y0Qr/s1600/pasta3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiygfQnYYntUSd-5HohfBtck8pAlHWSPQ0LqBeJ7jfBI_T6qywyXZSPRaaMh3jo6aiz5FQtM8CICidMlklvPP0SLXQTH4swu_SJdvTYM-gOTomDtyIMyLkEjIHZcHOS488zHTvOCGc8Y0Qr/s200/pasta3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613427835234616978" /></a><br /><br /><br />•8 ounces uncooked penne pasta<br />•1 tablespoon kosher salt<br />•2 tablespoons olive oil<br />•2 1/2 cups (1-inch) slices asparagus (about 1 pound)<br />•1 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth (substitute vegetable stock for vegetarian option) <br />•1 tablespoon grated lemon rind<br />•1 garlic clove, minced<br />•1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh pecorino Romano cheese<br />•1/2 teaspoon kosher salt<br />•1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper<br />•2 tablespoons shaved fresh pecorino Romano cheese<br /><br />1. Cook pasta in boiling water with 1 tablespoon kosher salt according to package directions, omitting additional fat. Drain.<br />2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan, swirling to coat. Add asparagus to pan; cook 3 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from pan; keep warm. Add broth, lemon rind, and garlic to pan; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup (about 6 minutes). Return asparagus to pan. Add pasta, grated cheese, salt, and pepper; toss well. Place about 1 1/4 cups pasta mixture in each of 4 shallow bowls; top each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons shaved cheese.Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2017699076778604950.post-23170489618413794852011-05-19T14:14:00.000-05:002011-05-19T14:19:12.892-05:0050 Summer Crafts for kids<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiixyPaSBzJIrltp3TYSW6yLscIl11RvrDeQRXs2xdQkChZanPy_FG-jKtM8nFpAm2KjgDRxQtPqz9TuTnjPCrt1alR3_hbYlv-AyVokQoy9whm5rvgmC3UcQtKOWnoevLAD1KJcuyitYs/s1600/50+crafts.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 112px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiixyPaSBzJIrltp3TYSW6yLscIl11RvrDeQRXs2xdQkChZanPy_FG-jKtM8nFpAm2KjgDRxQtPqz9TuTnjPCrt1alR3_hbYlv-AyVokQoy9whm5rvgmC3UcQtKOWnoevLAD1KJcuyitYs/s200/50+crafts.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608507896149797106" /></a><br /><br />from <a href="http://thelongthread.com/?p=7880">The Long Thread</a><br /><br />50 great ideas for keeping the kiddos busy this summer<br /><br />Click <a href="http://thelongthread.com/?p=7880">HERE</a> to check out the linkJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04057429233698560862noreply@blogger.com0