Monthly Archives: September 2019

Holy Crud…. Nebraska is NOTHING like the show on tv

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Sandra

    It is full of nothing but Luxury subdivisions, apartments, townhouses etc. ( You might one or two farms if you are at the bordering states but it is NOTHING like that TV show) Talk about the”night life”……… this … Continue reading →

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My fingers are going to fall off. I’m old, I don’t wear (or lose) my glasses, I can’t type very well etc etc etc.

Posted on September 19, 2019 by Sandra

I’m trying so hard to get the recipes into this blog and there WILL be mistakes. (lol) I can’t copy and paste here, and I don’t know why. Who am I kidding, even if someone explained it to me I … Continue reading →

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Breakfast this morning is homemade ham and cheese biscuit. Yum (also have with egg)

Posted on September 18, 2019 by Sandra

Less than a minute in the mircrowave and you have a “run out the door with breakfast in your hand breakfast” (smile)   (I also have a post about sausage egg and cheese biscuit too)     All wrapped up … Continue reading →

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Domino’s Pizza for three people (maybe four), everyone else either ate earlier or will eat later.

Posted on September 16, 2019 by Sandra

Ummmm Wow? That is all I can say.   the crust around this one was HOLLOW nothing inside but air. The one below was RAW                   This one was RAW DOUGH…..I mean … Continue reading →

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Former NFL player accused of faking hate crime by spray-painting racist slurs and MAGA graffiti at his business………… (whyyyy?)

Posted on September 15, 2019 by Sandra

Oh Nooo why make such racist remarks? This world has too much hate already. Instead of dividing….. bring the world together. This crap has to stop now before it gets worse. Please tell me why he would do this. What … Continue reading →

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How to change the batteries in your ADT Security System

Posted on September 14, 2019 by Sandra

(Call you alarm company for directions) Yes, it was a day to FORGET. Read on only if you have a sense of humor.   #1… Do NOT take this seriously. #2…Hug and kiss your spouse and tell him/her that you … Continue reading →

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Time to stock up on bagels for those that are always late for work. Okay, or for those wanting a snack.

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Sandra

Top is Blueberry Then Asiago cheese Then Cinnamon and Raisin Then Plain      

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Today is Friday the 13th….

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Sandra

  My lucky Day!!   .I’ve been typing up recipes like crazy… thanks for being patient.  I will put them on here as soon as they make my changes to the blog(soon).   .  

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Will someone have the guts to answer this?

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Sandra

  Now I am told that I can’t mention Amazon Will someone tell me why? NO ONE will answer me the “why” but they sure will tell me not to. They have also told me not to post about Walmart … Continue reading →

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Yes they are dark….. She “tried” and that’s all that matters. Right?

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Sandra

  She loves the idea of cooking…. I”m not going to tell her that is ugly. She is trying so hard.              

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Sorry….. that was a mistake

Posted on September 10, 2019 by Sandra

  It was an accident.

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Homemade sausage, egg and cheese biscuit sandwiches for the freezer

Posted on September 9, 2019 by Sandra

  Less than a minute you have breakfast to run out the door. The next time I am going to make the egg thicker          

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Okay who wants Brownies? Caramel and salt Brownies….

Posted on September 8, 2019 by Sandra

      I made these for a very special person this morning.                 broke another OXO measuring cup this morning. I will probably order more from Amazon or Walmart if they have … Continue reading →

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This McDonald’s is different from all the others we have stopped at across the U.S… Worst food EVER, that is why I refuse and I used to be the biggest fan

Posted on September 7, 2019 by Sandra

Look at this food. I refuse to eat at this McDonalds because of how awful the food is. I was the biggest fan of McDonalds for DECADES. Not this one. Even contacting them doesn’t do any good.   As soon … Continue reading →

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When are YOU going to be sick and tired of people TELLING YOU how to live your life?

Posted on September 7, 2019 by Sandra

      And WHY is it OKAY for them to do it?   Want to know why I am saying this? I watched one person yell at another person for her opinion.It is an “opinion” and everyone has a … Continue reading →

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The BEST and the Easiest Chicken Fajitas EVER……… Served with homemade salsa and homemade chips

Posted on September 7, 2019 by Sandra

    Come back tomorrow for the rest of the photos and leave a message if you want the recipe. Right now friend needs me.                   And of course the tortillas are … Continue reading →

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Someone is Late for work. Cinnamon Raisin Bagel with cream cheese

Posted on September 6, 2019 by Sandra

  This person is ALWAYS late even though the clocks and alarms are set 20 mins ahead. Shhhhh that is OUR secret                          

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Dinner for Two…………. Steak and Baked Potato served along with Tomato & Avocado Salad

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Sandra

  I must say that throwing this dinner together turned out wonderfully. It was so quite here and just the two of us. My steak was cooked perfectly and the company was great.               … Continue reading →

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Thirsty Thursday…….. Strawberry Lemonade

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Sandra

        Since I have so many strawberries and a ton of basil, I thought I would try this again this year. We made it last year during our big picnic. This year I am going to make … Continue reading →

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Nothin Fancy Lunch. Turkey on Wheat with mayo (with or without maters) and FAYGO Red Pop (you’re singing it aren’t you?)

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Sandra

  And served on my very best China     Funyuns or chips help yourself                    

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I’ve had the feeling of coming down with a cold or Allergies. But it is in my chest now…

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Sandra

It is now time for the old fashioned remedy from when I was growing up 50-60’s .. Hot Toddy or just “liquor, lemon juice and honey”. Two spoons every couple hours. It killed all the germs in your thoat and … Continue reading →

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This should be interesting. I will be baking today with someone that is “learning”. Wish me luck….. Vintage Walnut Cake 1960

Posted on September 4, 2019 by Sandra

  Please leave a comment and tell her how pretty the cake is. I want to encourage her, NOT discourage her.     I will update when I can.   (Update) Oh myyyyy …….what a day and its still early … Continue reading →

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Dinner for little hands (big hands too) Burgers on the grill for fast and simple Birthday get together. Nothing fancy

Posted on September 4, 2019 by Sandra

(Hey… real food from real photos. NOT the ones that are staged and the ones that professionals are doing the cooking and taking the photos. Real life and Real FUN)   Feed the kids first. The adults can eat later … Continue reading →

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Waffles this morning for breakfast. Served with bacon or sausage. Juice, Milk or coffee. NOW GET GOING !

Posted on September 4, 2019 by Sandra

    Yes, special request for “crispy”.   This one is sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar      

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Only Three for dinner tonight instead of the crowd.

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Sandra

  One Chef Salad One “Camping Salad” One dark green salad All served with dinner rolls and choice of salad dressing Sugar Free Jell-O for dessert                             … Continue reading →

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Someone is late for work…. (shock, shock)

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Sandra

 

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Say a prayer for those impacted by Hurricane Dorian

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Sandra

Donate where you feel the money will actually go for help.   Watch out for scammers and don’t take the word of celebs…… do your OWN research.

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Lunch……You have your choice… Honey ham or Black forest.

Posted on September 2, 2019 by Sandra

  Spicy brown mustard or yellow. Served with cheese puffs, chips, pretzels or Funyons . Milk or soda (adults coffee, water or ??)     This is ham         I had 1/2 turkey sandwich with chips and … Continue reading →

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Breakfast this morning was…Whole Wheat French toast and bacon. (I made extra for the freezer too) And Jimmy Dean snack size sausage sandwiches for others.

Posted on September 2, 2019 by Sandra

              This is breakfast for Two along with milk and Oj. These fit perfectly in their hands and along with picking at mom’s plate of food… this is perfect.   these are the right … Continue reading →

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I refilled my garlic bowl because I will be cooking like crazy in the next couple months. Birthdays, Anniversaries, ETC

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Sandra

  I actually have TWO bowls               rabbit… rabbit

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Labor Day Cocktail

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Sandra

Filthy Martini (might make just dirty or one of each) lol ice 2 oz Vodka 1/2 oz dry vermouth 2 oz green olive juice 3 green olives, for garnish Directions Place ice into a cocktail shaker and pour in all … Continue reading →

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Whole Sirloin to cut into steaks for the freezer. Time to get ready for the winter and stock freezer…. UPDATED photos

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Sandra

  UPDATE…. all cut and packaged up. They are in the freezer and happy……..photos below   I have paper towel stuck to the top. I didn’t want to freeze my hands. It will take a couple days in the fridge … Continue reading →

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Corn in FoodSaver bags ready for the freezer

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Sandra

      “He thought it was so funny to hide these in the bowl of cleaned corn waiting to be put in FoodSaver bags. He said that these are “baby corn” for Asian dishes. I wish it was that … Continue reading →

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My breakfast this morning…. Tylenol 8 hour Muscle Aches & Pain

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Sandra

  Coffee and ……….>>>>>>              My back is killing me so I’m not going to do a lot of standing or bending. I hate feeling like a baby. I’m too tough for this crap, I refuse to … Continue reading →

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