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What’s for dinner? French Dip sandwiches that were sliced too thin, and french fries

  I smashed the buns down before taking the photo and that’s why the buns look “icky”. They were thick and perfect until I got a hold of them (laugh).   Instead of a “second  fry” on the french fries….I … Continue reading

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Oh No…. More Blue Bunny Ice Cream. “Peanut Butter Party”, “Banana Split”, “Vanilla Bean” and “Butter Pecan”

  Look out scale LOL       The photos were taken upside down because when he brought them home, they were a little too soft. I needed to get them in the freezer right away. Then I got the … Continue reading

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Update on weight loss……. Still losing even after neck surgery.

I am going to keep going even though I am losing slowly. About two weeks ago I gained 4 pounds because of drinking so many smoothies to aide my sore throat. Once I started walking around without feeling like I … Continue reading

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Thoughts on Thursday……….

      BUT RESPECT !!!!  

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What a way to start the day….. How pretty!

  So pretty and quite     Look closely, you may be able to see little green men.       .

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What’s for dinner? 3- Homemade pizza made to please everyone

First pizza……….. pepperoni, Canadian bacon, regular bacon, onions, green peppers, raw zucchini, pineapple. (and a special request“don’t let mushrooms touch my slice”.)   Second pizza……cooked mushrooms with onions, cooked zucchini with onions, marinated artichoke hearts, green peppers, raw onions, pineapple. … Continue reading

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Brunch for one person, smoothie for mid morning snack for another, and just a dry bagel for another.

            Look how big these bagels are. They are too big for me but I will gladly split one with you. Your choice of cinnamon raisin, blueberry, onion, or cheese. With butter or cream cheese … Continue reading

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Breakfast was pretty simple because they were running late.

    Homemade sausage and biscuit sandwiches, banana and beverage.   Made with Jimmy Dean Regular, and Jimmy Dean HOT sausage.          

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Product review…….My new FAVORITE ice cream by Blue Bunny…. “Peanut Butter Party”

  “Peanut Butter Party”     Here’s the brand….click here —– >    Blue Bunny Ice Cream   Yes…. that container is very EMPTY.   I ate it last night while watching TV. I had to change the sheets because … Continue reading

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Product Review…. Egglettes

You can read the ORIGINAL post about ordering Egglettes click  —>   read here   PLEASE READ ABOVE POST FIRST and read reviews from other buyers.                         Filled to … Continue reading

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What’s for dinner tonight? Large Salads with your choice of toppings. Chicken, ham, turkey, cheese, green onions, bacon, tomato etc etc.

  I tried the    Egglettes   and used a few of the eggs to top the salads. Read my other “egglettes” posts and read the reviews online to make your own decision. I had many toppings and everyone can make their … Continue reading

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What’s for breakfast? Well for those getting up late… It will be french toast and Jimmy Dean sausage. Or eggs and bagels or toast.

    Cheater french toast and Jimmy dean sausage. All I had was sandwich bread but they like that best. Choice of white or wheat…. name it.   Fine… and for those two that don’t like sweet breakfasts……. eggs and … Continue reading

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What’s for dinner tonight? Pork Chops, potatoes, apples and onions, and homemade creamed corn. Served with a tossed salad.

    When someone goes above and beyond to make dinner for you…….. it is so important to just say “thank you, it was great”. Sure, not every meal is good but when someone does something nice….. fake it with … Continue reading

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Very busy morning so “he” decided to have a quick breakfast. Asiago Bagel and Yoplait strawberry yogurt.

I’m not crazy about this idea but okay…. I hate it when I am not making “real meals”. If you look closely, you will see that I am using my good china.   OOPS… forgot to change the time zone … Continue reading

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A new recipe for Beef and Broccoli. A lot fewer ingredients so I wasn’t sure how it would turn out. It was actually very good.

I love a meal that you can throw together in one pan and walk away from it. This was supposed to be a crock pot recipe but I DO NOT like putting meat into a crockpot without browning it first. … Continue reading

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Rut-Roh…….. It’s Time for a battery. They installed it about 1-1/2 hours after call. LOVE AAA

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Taco Salad ready for the lettuce and chips….. Yummy !!!

I’m getting ready for lots of hungry people.         .

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Murder charge filed after nurses seen on camera laughing as Veteran gasps for breath ( Please read this story,and I posted another one too. It is at the bottom of the post. What a handsome man, RIP.)

  If you need to see more photos please go here and read this article. I do not have the whole story or photos etc. Please click and read this. Why can’t more be done to protect the elderly? How … Continue reading

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I was interested in trying an “Air Fryer”. I was shopping for a couple to compare, now they are BOTH on BACK ORDER.

    . That’s it, I’m not going to try to order anymore. *LOL*  I get all the way to check out and then they say out of stock. I will wait until I read more reviews.   Update 2-23 … Continue reading

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Thoughts for Thursday…. Why do TV channels and shows feel the need to put a “color” into the title? Or groups with only ONE race..

. Black entertainment Blackish etc How are we all going to be ONE if the separation continues? Who will be the bully telling the little white boy that he can’t join the camping trip because he is Caucasian  or Hispanic … Continue reading

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What in the world happened to my special K?

This was not the same. The flakes are different, the taste is different, it was GROSS !! Kellogg’s Home page   Kellogg’s Special K I grabbed the box ( glancing at the word “Original”) NO IT ISN’T…… I want my … Continue reading

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Pink Salmon on brown rice served with steamed broccoli. Served with a cold tossed salad and we will call it “dinner”.

  I didn’t want to try this but at the last minute I did. I normally use another glaze but I’m so glad I tried this FAST and easy glaze.   I made extra glaze for those that want a … Continue reading

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What is the world coming to? I am so glad that I don’t know anyone that would act like this.

(Please read both stories)   ‘Despicable’ woman who posted abusive note on ambulance windscreen is fined   Ross McGuinness , Yahoo News UK•February 20, 2018   https://www.yahoo.com/news/pictured-woman-26-charged-public-order-offence-abusive-note-posted-ambulance-084541422.html   A woman who verbally abused paramedics and then left a note on … Continue reading

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Banana Muffins

I make these so often and I’m sure that you are getting bored with them. You see, I have fresh naners at all times because “he” likes to have one after breakfast, and we like them in smoothies or homemade … Continue reading

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What’s for breakfast? Mmm Breakfast of Champs. Okay it is a breakfast for someone skipping lunch.

“He” will be in meetings all morning and maybe into lunch so here is something to keep him full. Eggs, hash browns, crispy bacon, and whole wheat toast. It’s also a good breakfast for those that need to stuff themselves … Continue reading

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Upset on Monday… getting ready for my flight to go back home and watching the news. (story about actors and black panther)

. . Check this out…..   I am drinking coffee,waiting for flight and watching the news. This is what I heard and when I looked around, other people were very upset with this too.This is what we heard…. “Stars/Actors making … Continue reading

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Meatloaf, mashed taters, peas, salad, and rolls

    Meatloaf Smashed taters with or without a sprinkle of browned butter on top peas small tossed salad with choice of dressing Crescent rolls Jello milk water coffee or tea     Ok….. all mixed up and ready for … Continue reading

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School may ban kids best friends… ( What ???)

  Ban large Soda no Dodge Ball No lawn darts/Jarts ban inside smoking ( and most out door smoking too certain states) ban smoking in a car with someone under the age of 18 ( not all states) Ban boys … Continue reading

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EVERYONE should be proud of your heritage/ race, religion etc. Please stop the hate.

.   I am PROUD of who I am, and I hope you are too. Don’t ever let anyone tell you that they are “BETTER than you” or that you are ” NOTHING”. WE are ALL playing our part in … Continue reading

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Pancakes with crispy bacon and a banana.

  Served with choices for beverages. coffee milk orange juice Take your beverage and take a seat at the table.   Oops was I supposed to stage the photos so that they look too good or fake? Nope, not going … Continue reading

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A product review. “Idahoan steakhouse cheesy hashbrown potatoes” for a fast tasty side dish in a hurry. Ask me, I know !

We grilled country ribs and corn on the cobb and then the doorbell rang so out comes the products that can be whipped up to feed extra “drop ins”.     Okay the photo is blurry because i didn’t put … Continue reading

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Mmmmm Mid Morning Snack time . A Smoothie made with Yoplait Strawberry banana yogurt, and all kinds of yummies.

    Look at these. So yummy but this one had way too many seeds. It was a little bit “crunchy” LOL. If anyone dares to complain, they will get one of two answers. Either this one…” make your own … Continue reading

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What’s for Dinner? Sketti ( okay, Spaghetti), tossed salad with vinaigrette and Crescent rolls.

We already celebrated our Valentines Day so now it’s time to have a nice casual dinner with those you love. A house full of Love today !!! There’s nothing like spending Valentines Day with all of those that you love. … Continue reading

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T-bone steak, baked potato (with or without butter and sour cream, shrimp, salad, rolls. Mmmm

  A table for only 4 tonight. Everyone enjoyed themselves and cleaned their plates. I know that after my surgery I will not be able to do the cooking and eating like normal so I may as well fill up … Continue reading

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I couldn’t have survived this surgery without my Ninja Blender.

. I lived on smoothies for about two days but I’m still making them daily because I CRAVE them now. I can’t find the one that I have but there are many to choose from   —— > Ninja Mega … Continue reading

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Product Review “Egglettes “…….Update on my Egglettes order (Feb 1 ) Just like all reviews said…. this is what I got this morning.

  Update 2-26…. watch for my review real soon !! (and read below) Came today scroll to bottom after delivery.  I Placed the order on Feb 1,2018 (?)   This email came today: Your order ######### is on backorder. Your … Continue reading

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Uniformed officer asked to leave Outback because he was armed…. read below

  (All I have to say is…….. I hope that “so called customer” that was afraid that the officer was going to shoot her never has an emergency and needs to call the police. Don’t forget, she needed to be … Continue reading

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Thoughts for Thursday……. “Thugs” come in all colors.

    . Thug   noun noun: thug; plural noun: thugs; noun: Thug 1. a violent person, especially a criminal. synonyms: ruffian, hooligan, vandal, hoodlum, gangster, villain, criminal; More informaltough, bruiser, hardman, goon, heavy, enforcer, hired gun, hood “one of … Continue reading

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Thoughts on Thursday……. Why did a 7-yr old think it was okay to attack his teacher?

.     . And why didn’t the parents raise him to “know better”?  You hit kick and punch an adult? What happened to respecting your elders and respecting authority? Now a days even the young are taught to REBEL. … Continue reading

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McDonald’s for lunch. They made it very clear that this was something that “they needed right NOW”. LOL

    I was having a smoothie because I need the protein to heal from surgery. I would love to stick my hand in one of the bag and start scarfing. I will get my fill when I feel better. … Continue reading

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Teen pleads guilty in death of boy found in stolen car

  Rest in Peace baby boy!!   https://nypost.com/2018/02/05/teen-pleads-guilty-in-death-of-boy-found-in-stolen-car/   Teen pleads guilty in death of boy found in stolen car By Associated Press February 5, 2018 | 7:17pm Byron McBride, Dwan Wakefield and D’Allen WashingtonAP JACKSON, Miss. — A Mississippi teen … Continue reading

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Could they afford it? Both Fry containers wouldn’t equal ONE full container.

They little ones decided to write to McDonald’s about this order. They were so happy to order and pay for the food ( hand them the money of course). .   .

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Tacos, homemade tortilla chips with guacamole and salsa. Top with cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, onions, or jalapeno

    Here you go…… grab and go The condiment plate photos were some of my worst so I can’t post them. They looked like a bunch of very blurry colors like dark green, red yellow etc. It was kinda … Continue reading

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Product review…… May I introduce you to my Bestest Buddy…. “EZ Reacher pro plus”

  We have been using these for years. I don’t know what happened but I broke one. It still worked but it couldn’t pick up anything with weight.   I have one ….for the kitchen ….for the pantry ….for the … Continue reading

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Okay I ordered the Egglettes yesterday…… I will review them for you.

    .     I have many more items to review and you will get my HONEST opinion.   Update….. 2/4………… Oh CRAP, just heard that there are people waiting MONTHS for their egglettes to arrive.  I will go … Continue reading

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What’s for breakfast on a cold winters day? Cream of Wheat Hot Cereal, and whole wheat toast.

  I didn’t take a photo of the box but I’m sure you know what I’m talking about don’t you? Plus I was told not to take photos of products ( I don’t know why and I ha ve asked). … Continue reading

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Should I get a ” Reheatza”? Do you have one? Do you like it?

.     Help me decide if I want one.         ..

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What’s for breakfast? Pancakes with ham, and a banana. Coffee, milk, juice or tea

    Pancakes with ham, banana and beverage.      

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Thoughts on Thursday….. Why do the “younger adults” laugh and make fun of the “older”?

. We witnessed this today. I spoke up and said “that’s not very nice” and she turned in my direction and said ” shut up, you’re next”. Okay you young PUNK….. make my freaking day, I DARE you!! She knew … Continue reading

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A toddler took a cupcake. He died after the baseball bat came out. Please go read…..

. RIP little angel…….         A toddler took a cupcake. He died after the baseball bat came out, police say Miami Herald 16 hours ago   It was Oct. 21, 2017, and 3-year-old Kejuan Mason wasn’t breathing … Continue reading

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Baking biscuits for breakfast sandwiches

  I had to use the oven downstairs in the “rec room” because I was making cinnamon rolls upstairs LOL.      

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Pizza Hut pizzas …. I’m not saying word, okay yes I am. TWO pizzas thrown away.

Cores of tomatoes and green peppers that should have been in the trash, burnt toppings etc. Would you eat this? I even tried serving salad with homemade dressing. NOPE….. They are NOT eating it.       .

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Pad Thai ( seeee the surgery was a success that I felt well enough to cook this. Stupid mistake!!

  When you surgeon tells you that you should not lift for six weeks and no housekeeping etc……. LISTEN to him. They gave me a piece of paper with ALL the resristions and who the heck do I think I … Continue reading

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Feeling pretty good after surgery but eating things that high in protein and will soothe throat.

Yoplait is going to be a new best friend I can see it now. Breakfast, lunch, snacks…… ANYTIME !  

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Need a smoothie. I’m not hungry but I know that I need to have something.

I feel pretty good after surgery and these are my new “cravings”.    

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“But I only borrowed one of your yogurts”. LOL I said “don’t worry there is plenty, but you don’t have to borrow it…..keep it I really don’t want it back now”.

  They know that if they dirty a dish, they wash it while I’m not recovering.That is why they are using the good china lol. Hey, paper plates come in handy (not often).   Look how huge this bagel is. … Continue reading

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Thank you to all the people that spent hours trying to contact me about NOT being able to post.

. . WE have tried so long asking for help but NO ONE has helped. WE DO NOT have any idea why you can’t comment and/or log in.           .

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Oh Nooooooo My Foodsaver finally died after about 15-20 years.

. UPDATE….I  bought a new one and NO i did NOT get one for free. I will update with photos etc. I will post a photos then comment.   . .I don’t remember when I got it but it was … Continue reading

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HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!

. May you all have a happy and healthy New Year !       Proud to say that my weight stayed the same as yesterday even eating like a pig but worked very hard too lol.   .

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. . you will find the address in the advertise tab. We would love to hear from you.           .

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Very pleased with AM weigh in……

. .I’m still losing but not done yet. I wish I would have had people interested, we could have been each other’s support system. I am going to love starting the new year with a solid “losing” program. And by … Continue reading

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Merry Christmas Everyone!!

. . . May your day be filled with Love, Laughter and Joy!       .

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Christmas Cookies – Cream Cheese Sprint Cookies

This has been an EVERY year cookie for many years. I like to let all the little ones decorate these and even use the cookie press. They  get to take them all home when they are done. this has been … Continue reading

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Please give me your honest opinion. I’m thinking about Ninja Coffee Bar

. Do you have a Ninja Coffee Bar? Is it really worth it? I really wanted to get one but the reviews are all over the place. And why don’t they ALL come with with a milk steamer? I am … Continue reading

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I Updated my post about injuries

. I give up !!

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Why can’t we enjoy Thanksgiving thru the New Year without injuries?

(3-22 Last update…… feel better than I did at 20 yrs old. Read all the way to the bottom for a REAL doctors diagnosis.)     My husband had to use a Web doctor for a sinus infection ( I … Continue reading

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Today is the day to give Thanks

. Happy Thanksgiving to ALL of you !!

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Weight loss menu for me……… day one coming soon.

  . I will do it in time for the holidays !!   Update….. I am losing but I also have an injury that resulted in going to a doctor in the AM and was sent to Urgent Care in … Continue reading

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And so it begins ! Four holiday meals prep starts today.

. . Thanksgiving shopping, schedule, prep and prepare. Christmas Eve shopping, schedule, prep and prepare. Christmas Dinner shopping, schedule, prep, and prepare. New Years Eve shopping, schedule, prep, and prepare. New Years Day shopping, schedule, prep and prepare.   Stay … Continue reading

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Well it is that time of year again….. Time to lose weight before the holiday parties.

. .   I tried so many plans and they were only interested in me buying their food. Nope, not gonna do it. I want real food not powder. My yearly plan is made and ready to go ( as … Continue reading

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Wow thanks Apple…. you saved me lots of money

. . . I wanted the ” X” but that’s okay… I will keep the one I have.   . .  

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“Trunk or Treat” seems like the lazy way to “Trick or Treat”.

Parents are taking away all the fun from the kids. Then again the kids can’t take their faces out of their phones long enough to “walk”. Thank God we had the fun and the experiences that made us who we … Continue reading

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Hello I have missed you but……..Oh My God, I was in a state with “POD PEOPLE”.

I’m back again and let me tell you something….   I was in a state where the football fans only love the team if they win. If not … they walk out at halftime.   The coach will talk badly … Continue reading

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Cat got your tongue ??

. .   I CAN see you…….why not talk? What is on your mind? Are you having a good day? Did something happen to make you mad? Is a co worker getting on your last nerve? Kids driving you crazy? … Continue reading

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Democrat says he will boycott moment of silence for Las Vegas shooting

   ( How is that going to help? Don’t disrespect the victims and their families)  Please stop this CRAP…. we are ONE !!! I don’t care if about your political party, we need to stand together.     Democrat says … Continue reading

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I’m back …..

    …..I will post later. Wow….looks like you had an interesting time while I was gone. I wasn’t expecting that.                   .

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Plain and Simple…. That is MY Flag, don’t disrespect it.

. That is MY Flag, don’t disrespect it.   You can get another platform if you were really serious about your objections. It is MY Flag and you don’t have a right to USE it for your platform. MY Flag … Continue reading

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PROTECT and STAND WITH BLUE …………

.PROTECT and STAND WITH BLUE ………… . If you don’t, the next time you need help call a thug. (But of course we know that he/she would never put them self in harms way to help you.)   And you … Continue reading

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Ticked off on Tuesday………How dare anyone allow an elderly person to be physically hurt.

      Stand up and fight for them, or you’re just as bad as the person beating them up. Read the article about the 80 year old man beaten up on a bus by a female BULLY It is … Continue reading

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May We Never Forget.

9-11 So many people died on that day, and we should always remember them. And lets not let the hate of that day grow.

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I will catch a lot of “drama” for this but I DON’T CARE.

. .(You have the right to speak your mind……and so do I ! )   .Real Americans stand for OUR National Anthem. If you don’t like the OUR Flag…….Go live under another one !   (THAT Flag gave YOU the … Continue reading

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Happy 4th of July Everyone!

Have fun and stay safe.   God Bless America !

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New camping stove and pork chops for dinner

We bought a new portable camping stove for camping outside the travel trailer. Sometimes you just want to stay out in the fresh air. This is the stove that we bought. It has a grill on the right and a … Continue reading

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Happy Fathers Day Dad, May you Rest in Peace!

You lived with us for 20 years, my heart has a hole in it since you went to heaven. I know you will always be with me and watching over me because you told me so. I will never forget … Continue reading

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So embarrassed… KFC with friends. I will cook the next time they visit.

He waited 45 mins after ordering   drove 25 mins home table set along with guests The buckets were wrong. Another drive 20-30 mins back with the chicken but I put the slaw in the fridge and the biscuits are … Continue reading

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Happy Donuts Day !

Look how huge this cinnamon roll is. Compare it to the plain donut below. HUGE ! This thing is as big as a dinner plate ( shown on a dinner plate). He loves these once in a while. I just … Continue reading

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My Opinion…. Memorial Day has lost its true meaning. ( Not in our home)

      To all that lost their life protecting US (even the ones that don’t deserve it)………………………….. We honor you, and your families. We will NEVER forget!   WE don’t believe in Celebrating those brave soldiers that died…. we … Continue reading

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This Mom was sent a note from school about the snack she packed for HER child. Raisins are NOT acceptable. Good thing they aren’t dealing with me.

     A story from here if you want to read it……..https://www.popsugar.com/moms/Kindergarten-Sent-Mom-Note-Packing-Raisins-43575264     NO ONE will ever tell me what I can and can’t pack for MY child /children to eat. When you pay for their food, and pay … Continue reading

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Whoa, woke up sooo late.

Here is a plate of whole wheat bagels with strawberry cream cheese on one plate and blueberry on the other. Grab one or two and Gooooooo !!   Holy crud, I didn’t even go to bed that late.   Oh … Continue reading

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One of his favorite dishes. A large Botana.

Not feeling great so I’m not eating. It is only him tonight so I will make one of his favorites since he is also working during dinner. He complains about the tomatoes being the first thing to drop on his … Continue reading

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Breakfast today is only French toast and sausage.

Nothing fancy     Choice of whole wheat or white. Sausage patties or nothing LOL           .

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Jimmy Dean Ham and Cheese Croissants.These are great for the days that we all sleep in late, or when someone is lazy.

      . . Served with hash browns, you have a fast breakfast. Did I mention that I was in a hurry today? These were perfect for everyone.         .     .

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Rump Roast with roasted veggies. Served with a tossed salad and crescent rolls.

The veggies are carrots, zucchini, yellow squash, white and red onions, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash.   Served with Au Jus on the side for dipping or the homemade steak/roast/beef sauce.               Homemade roast/steak … Continue reading

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We woke up late so the breakfast is fast and easy.

Eggs, homemade toast, and with or without bacon. (Yes this person likes HARD yolks)     Other choices were….. cold cereal whole grain ( 100% whole wheat)  bagel with Philadelphia flavored cream cheeses or plain if you choose. (Took photos … Continue reading

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Shrimp Pad Thai for dinner

    One person….. NO pasta One person ….NO nuts One person…. extra nuts One…………….. NO Cilantro One person….extra sauce and extra Lime   Do I take instructions like a restaurant? Heck No……That is why everything is in little bowls … Continue reading

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Panny Cakes with Sausage. It’s time for breakfast.

  I made enough for an army but that’s okay, they freeze well and it is so nice to grab a bag out of the freezer and NUKE.

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Ticked off on Tuesday……………Don’t be weak, stand up for your neighborhood.

I over heard a table of young people stating how “they will soon run their neighborhood”. They also were talking about how adults are too afraid to do anything to them or say anything to them. Then they laughed.   … Continue reading

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What the hell kind of world is it when a parent teaches their child that “hard work” is wrong ?

    Search for the article about a so called mother telling the school that HER child will not be doing homework because it interferes with “fun”. This lady should be embarrassed.   She is teaching her daughter to collect … Continue reading

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When a few of them call you into another room so they can “show you something”….

.     I looks like they were hungry and needed a snack LOL.   .       Did they really think that I was going to fall for it ? ( big smile, I knew what they were up … Continue reading

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What do you do on Easter morning when your almost NEW 22 Qt Roaster dies???

. .You go into the storage room and get your OLD 18 qt.   NOT EVEN TWO YEARS OLD. ( I questioned it at Christmas and St Patty’s day)   here getting ready to put it in early AM   … Continue reading

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My Easter Dinner will be……

      . Whole ham baked beans green bean casserole Sweet potatoes potato salad ( to eat with sandwiches) pineapple stuffing Mashed potatoes with homemade gravy from ham. Granny Granny’s Marshmallow salad Carrot salad Crescent rolls   nibble plates … Continue reading

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Oh noooooooooo !

    http://www.cbsnews.com/news/dead-bat-salad-recall-organic-marketside-spring-mix-cdc/   Update…. as of 4-11 ……now a LIVE scorpion was found in another brand of bagged salad OR spinach ( depending on which story you read)           .    

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Have Bananas…. Will make muffins.

I make muffins at least once a month. Since we always have bananas, we will always have muffins. “He” likes them for his mid morning snack with his coffee. Most of the time I use Splenda instead of sugar.   … Continue reading

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We had a late lunch so it’s a light dinner. I’m still full so I’m not eating.

      Mmmm Mmmm Good…..Mmmm Mmm Good,  That’s what Campbells soup is….. Mmmm Mmmm Good!  (How many of you were singing with me?)           He wanted something light so grilled cheese and soup for two. … Continue reading

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Woke up late…. threw together something to get them out the door. French toast, sausage patties, orange juice, banana and coffee.

  Wheat or White…. here it comes. No complaining or you make your own…Hurry you’re going to be late !!!     Smile     .

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What do you do when you’re feeling “blue” ?

      I reach for something BLUE. Yummy in my tummy!           .

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Guys wanted something to eat in the garage. Smoked polish sausages with Chips or Doritos. (Gasp, am I going to get in trouble showing the brand?)

      Will this work out okay? Keep your fingers crossed.       I was asked to “burn” the first four. The others were just browned.                 .

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I haven’t had anyone contact me and explain to me about NOT showing photos of products so I don’t know if I should continue blogging.

      When I started my blog years ago I never heard of HIDING the products names by turning it around or covering the name. I will think about it.   I just don’t know what to do.   … Continue reading

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Second breakfast. ( The First breakfast was coffee, and a banana before starting work at 4 AM)

Eggs, hash brown patties, bacon, choice of wheat toast or wheat bagels with cream cheese.   I was so busy making the food that I didn’t have time to take pictures of all of it. Sorry.   I’m not sure … Continue reading

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Had friends over for Fast Food and Fun… The Domino’s Pizza was great.

Two had small salad with their pizza and one didn’t. All I had on hand was bagged salad so that is what they had. They grabbed a handful and threw it in the bowl. Your choice of about 15 dressings … Continue reading

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How embarrassing to have ordered “Carry Out” for friends, and look what ONE of the Fast Food places (Burger King) gave three of them for their order..

. Let me start by saying that “I will only tell you like it is”. I have contacted them and waiting to hear from them. I will Update when/if that happens, I promise. (3-22 they have never answered )   … Continue reading

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Sandwiches for the afternoon munchies.

Turkey sandwiches …… One with mustard and pretzels…………..One with Hellman’s Real mayo, and white cheddar popcorn…. and the last one is with Miracle whip and sour cream and onion chips. All served with a tiny apple, a homemade chocolate chip … Continue reading

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Lazy dinner tonight…….Nibble Night. BBQ Wings, Sweet and Spicy Wings, and sides.

BBQ sticky wings Sweet and spicy wings Loaded potato slices cheese only potato slices Corn on the cob 3 bean salad sour cream for potatoes and other condiments cornbread jello with real whipped cream             … Continue reading

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Ticked off on Tuesday………Why do people feel that they are “entitled” to certain things without working for it?

They “demand” things without working for it or even asking for it. There were many times in my life that I worked two jobs and went to school.  NO ONE supported me after the age of 16. NO ONE but … Continue reading

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Well …… I hate to say it, but I will NO longer use the Walmart “shop online and pick up” service.

I still can’t believe the crap they put in my order. I threw away so much and I will show you the pictures. We are so upset about this. Yes, we could have shopped for the items ourselves but isn’t … Continue reading

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Ticked off on Tuesday….. A normal human being would NEVER stand by and watch someone get Bullied and do nothing.

    It doesn’t matter if you agree with the conversation or not…… A normal human would never allow someone to FORCE their opinion on someone else and watch them get bullied.   When did Adults start acting this way? … Continue reading

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I am so sick and tired of buying 22 qt Roasters, and having them die, or coating flake off, or temp never reaching desired temp.

Some of these roaster problems were after just ONE use. Yes I am very careful and I have been cooking for almost 60 years. I know how to take care of items, I think they are poorly put together. I … Continue reading

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St. Patrick’s Day…. Corned Beef and Cabbage served along with Colcannon for those that requested.

    When I bought the corned beef, I bought two flat and one point.     I am going to cook it all in the roaster since I am cooking three along with the potatoes, carrots and cabbage. That … Continue reading

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It’s lunch time, only two choices today, I’m busy (smile).

Chicken salad or bologna. I haven’t been this busy in a long time so it has to be something fast if I am making it. Chicken Salad sandwich on a toasted ciabatta roll. Topped with lettuce and two slices of … Continue reading

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Oops, the toasted rolls for sandwiches got a little umm toasted.

  Okay, these turned out better and I kept an eye on all of them until they were done. (smile)  

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Okay, it is time of the year to buy new makeup. I replace everything 4 times a year.

      So Many questions….. Should I try something new? IF so…. what is out there? Do I stick with my Oldies but Goodies ?( the ones I have used for decades) Do I try new products that have … Continue reading

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National Pancake Day

  Big breakfast this morning.   Small cans of Tomato juice, orange banana strawberry juice, or pink grapefruit juice. Grab and go. Ice cold milk for anyone wanting that too. Of course pots and pots of coffee. Tea and hot … Continue reading

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Early morning coffee thinking………….Have you ever made a great recipe but you can’t give it to anyone because it looks so awful??

    I have so many of them and it really bothers me that just one look, most would say ” how gross” or ” I would never make that recipe”.  Oh well…. those that are brave enough to try … Continue reading

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Crispy Cod, with roasted broccoli, baked potato with sour cream, and tossed salad.

One person wanted naked fish (without breading), so I made that in a separate oven .   Two with tartar sauce, Two with lemon, and one with malt vinegar.         (potatoes were cooked out on the deck … Continue reading

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I hate Bullies….. Why is ANYONE allowing these people to Bully???

    It has to stop NOW, don’t allow it !!

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Baby Back Ribs, homemade rice pilaf, corn on the cob, three bean salad, and pound cake for dessert.

I need to apologize for the crappy photos. The meat fell off the bone which made a terrible looking plate. Who am I kidding, all my photos look awful. That just means that they aren’t staged and spending time with … Continue reading

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Mmmm, “he” loves his donuts with coffee but he only gets to have them about every couple months or so.

  These donuts will last him over a week. He has his real breakfast everyday about 5 A.M. Then around 9 A.M he is ready for a morning snack. He will fill his ex large mug with fresh hot coffee … Continue reading

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Anyone else laughing?

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Pad Thai served with egg rolls

  I love fast dinners, and this is one of them   I normally make my own sauce but I needed something really fast for two batches of “eaters”.   Okay this batch is on the platter and ready to … Continue reading

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Mmm, Homemade Pizza for a quick dinner.

    I took this out to show them, and to ask if they wanted more pepperoni or added toppings. They started digging in LOL       .

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Glazed Pork Steak, Fried potatoes, and Fried Cabbage.

Things like this are requested. Only two ate dinner tonight, so I’m fine with it. I wanted to use a head of cabbage that I had in the fridge anyway. I didn’t eat dinner.             … Continue reading

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Ticked Off Tuesday…..

      Please do us both a favor….. Do NOT try to change MY OPINION. I respect you for YOUR opinion, please respect me for mine.     .

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Time to make the lunches… Hot ham and cheese sandwiches

    Mmmm … your choice of cheddar, provolone or Swiss. Served with mayo, lettuce, and tomato. And along side we have either pretzels, or Jalapeno Potato chips. Yes, there will be plenty of cold drinks.         … Continue reading

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Okay, it’s time for breakfast. Today we will have Waffles and bacon.

    Belgian waffles with bacon. Now add butter and warm maple syrup……… Mmm   This is the one that I have  Cuisinart Double Belgian Waffle Maker.   If anything goes wrong with this one… I will defiantly buy another … Continue reading

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Another FoodSaver day

  Today I am freezing a small “Meat Package” from the butcher, only 65 Pounds. Plus I picked up a case of Cod, a 10 lb roll of Ground Beef, and a case of Riblets. The Riblets will always be … Continue reading

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Dinner is Stew with Homemade Bread slathered with Butter. Diet? What diet? Nope, not today.

    I love my bread machine and try to use it at least ONCE a week.      

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I am so disappointed in OUR Subway lunch today.

    I ALWAYS try to find something good in a bad situation but I can’t today.   This was my lunch today, a Steak and cheese sub. The first photo is what I got, but the photo under mine … Continue reading

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Ticked off Tuesday

We went to the doctor’s office the other day and proceeded down the long hall to the waiting room. There were about 20 people sitting in there. Every single person had their face stuck in their phone. How freaking RUDE. … Continue reading

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Awww they wanted junk food. they bought this meal with her allowance money and couldn’t eat.

    This was a BIG MAC                           This burger was MISSING THE BURGER. Awww, they wanted “junk food”. (and used allowance money)

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What’s for lunch? A Quick and easy one….. Grilled Cheese Sammy with chips

  Fast lunch for all…….. A couple of them wanted just swiss cheese A couple wanted cheddar cheese One wanted mixed cheeses (Colby Swiss and Cheddar) A couple wanted their sandwich on white bread (along with Tomato soup from the … Continue reading

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Someone please help me with this question…….. Why have I been told not to show photos of products in my posts?

  Why have I been told NOT to show photos of products in my blog?   Now I am afraid to blog because of not knowing if I can get into trouble.  Yes, even if they are my own photos. … Continue reading

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Johnsonville Brats and sweet potato fries….

It is “dinner while watching a movie night” whi ch means that dinner will be something to be held in your hand or nibbles. I must say that these turned out great. We have made them a million times but … Continue reading

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Making Nanner Muffins

  I’d call this a ” freezer fill up day”. Muffins, breakfast casseroles, cooked bacon, sausage patties, omelette fillings etc. I like the idea of having assorted breakfast foods for anyone to microwave for a descent breakfast like french toast, … Continue reading

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Lazy fast dinner. Chicken dinner salad

Has anyone noticed that Tyson has stopped selling the “white meat chicken fillets” ?  We used to love those on our salads. Choice of toppings: cheese, bacon pieces, carrots, green onions, chopped white onion, grape tomatoes, avocado slices, chopped cucumber, … Continue reading

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What’s for dinner? KFC….. my night off ! Now let someone else cook tonight LOL. House full of people.

Two buckets 4 potatoes 4 gravy 3 Cole slaw 2 biscuits dessert Oh and I’m still not doing the dishes either. (smile)                      

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Look what he came home with just to “thank you for taking care of me”.

He was feeling yucky for a couple weeks and I did what I’m supposed to do and took care of him, the house, the family etc. No big deal. He came home with this today. I think that was so … Continue reading

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Dyson V8 Absolute Review

Dyson   Santa brought me a new Dyson V8 Absolute . How do I know it was Santa? Because my husband knows better than to buy me anything that has to do with house work LOL.   I always thought that … Continue reading

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Dyson V8………. Dyson I LOVE YOU !!

Dyson www.dyson.com   Keep watching for my REVIEW on this vacuum ( my new best friend).   I will tell you all about it.    

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Santa is bringing me a Dyson V8 Absolute……..

          Keep watching for my review. I will be trying every single attachment on many surfaces. I am so happy with Santa !   Update… 1-8….. HURRY SANTA !         .

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Happy New Year !

    .. .   I want to wish you all the very best 2017.   May it be filled with good health and love. Please go out and do ONE single act of kindness to a stranger.   ( … Continue reading

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Are you ready to lose weight for Holidays? Lets do it together okay?

    Let me know when you’re ready.        

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I will receive my Simply Fit board soon….. ( I should update the title too, it told me 3 days ago that it shipped but still only label created)

. .Stay tuned for review.  As always… I am honest.   Here are the details so far ……..   If you pay them an additional $3.95 ……..you will get 3-5  Business Day Guaranteed Delivery..But please listen to me right now…. Mine shipped … Continue reading

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Holy Crud….. There is gritty Sand in the Libby’s Pumpkin. I Made 4X recipe of cookies for special day, and wasted all of them.

      LIBBY’s What happened ??   I quadrupled this recipe (Made the recipe four times not really quadrupled)….. oh man, they are all boxed up pretty and ready to go… what a waste. I will have to look … Continue reading

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Look what he came home with….This cool flashlight/trouble light

    While traveling he gets me the neatest things.     You can swivel the hook at the top     You can stand it up     the front light ( first press of the button) is a … Continue reading

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Have you heard about ” White light smile” ? I want to try it but I can’t find any information.

  Please let me know if you have used it, or know someone that has used it. I really want to try it but I have received messages that state that it doesn’t work.       .

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Roasted Tomatoes with Garlic

    I need to roast these because there is 5 times more than this outside waiting to be picked.  

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Brats, Corn, Baked beans, Potato salad, Cold three bean salad, and Chips

    . Everyone help yourself, the plates and silverware are over there ——>      

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Burgers, Baked beans, Corn on cob, Chips, tossed salad, cold beet salad, and Jello

( I must say that these younger adults were very respectful and they cleaned up their own mess LOL )   Choice of cheese…. sharp cheddar, Swiss, American, or Colby These just came out of the garden and much more … Continue reading

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Crock-Pot overnight oatmeal recipe. Trying out one of my new crock-pots.

Update to add photo of the crock-pot that I used. 4 QT  Oval   So I decided to try something new. Oatmeal in one of my new crock-pots that “he” brought home. The original recipe turned out like water so … Continue reading

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Pretty Morning photo

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OK….. look what we are trying.

A friend sent a case of this to us. I have heard so many people talking about this wine. It is time to see what the buzz is all about. I think that they call it something like Two buck … Continue reading

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Lg Chicken Dinner Salad for the Hot Days of Summer

I already cut the chicken into strips so that is why it looks so funny. This one was served with Hidden Valley Buffalo Ranch. They have new flavors and we bought two of them ( along with “original” of course)’ He … Continue reading

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A repairman made me so mad today. I’m such an easy going person but ……..

He was working in the basement on the hot water tank ( I was up on main floor. I walked into the bathroom for a minute and when I came out, he was in the kitchen where I was working … Continue reading

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Sketti night

tossed salad. homemade garlic bread stix. I call them cheater stix. ( next time I make them I will post photo)

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Pork Chops with an onion glaze, scalloped potatoes, three bean salad, dinner rolls…and I call it “tonight’s dinner”.

  The strangest thing happened when I put a pork chop on the plate. It Popped real loud and kinda blew up. I have never ever seen that before.         Scalloped potatoes ready for the oven. The … Continue reading

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I don’t understand, help will you ?

Many years ago when I was young ( just after dinosaurs), when we were sick we would use the thermometer that had mercury in them. Everyone stopped using them because the mercury was dangerous. Fast forward to 2016…. We now … Continue reading

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Look what he brought home today. OXO goodies !

I love this brand. I use them through out the day, every day.   OXO Products click on the link above to check out their products.   I started taking the tags off and washing them by hand and that … Continue reading

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Look what he came home with today. TWO Crock-Pots !!!

I never know what he will bring home.   I will let you know all the meals I make with them and how I like them. I have two others and roasters but it is nice to have small ones … Continue reading

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So pretty, this makes me smile and makes me take a minute to feel good inside.

    How  can you have a bad day when it starts out like this?     please link back… don’t steal

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Deep fried shrimp, deep fried cauliflower, baked sweet potatoes, baked idaho with sour cream and chives, roasted corn salad, tossed salads, green beans, etc etc

I was so busy that I didn’t get all of the photos. All I could do is reach over the couch and take these from the guys watching tv that were still eating. Sweet potato eaters already ate, and left … Continue reading

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I’m a Grandma again ( they have feathers)

  oops baby woke up and caught me taking her picture.     Momma is trying to take a nap and baby is leaning up against her. Aren’t they cute? I hope they come back to the same nest like … Continue reading

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Look what the wild critters did… I could cry, this was my Thai pepper plant.

It was ready to start producing peppers too, look at all the flowers and they had doubled in the few days from photo one to the ” critter dinner meal”.   I choose to look at it like this….Well, at … Continue reading

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Chicken wings, loaded potato slices, spicy roasted corn salad, corn bread mini loaves, Cole slaw

         

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Roasted Corn Salad….. Yummy !

I combined a few of my favorite recipes.  

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I have been buying dozens of corn to freeze for the winter. Please hang on “FoodSaver”. Don’t die on me yet.

Don’t forget to keep some of the raw corn in the fridge for dinner when guests stop over. ( happens ALL THE TIME HERE) BBQ outside for a fast dinner.           I love my FoodSaver. Update…. … Continue reading

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There was a request for me to make an Apricot cake for a special occasion, so of course I will.

      Filling…..         Crust………..   (I am such a sloppy cook and baker, I had to show the photos… smile) I don’t have people cleaning up FOR me and they aren’t great photos…. because I … Continue reading

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Grilling day for someone special. Too bad the lobster was old. Insert a frown here.

(The Lobster was disgusting. 8 of them wasted, no one ate them. ) I should tell you where we got them because the so called butcher kept saying ” I have been a butcher for 10 years and I KNOW … Continue reading

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Needed to make my Apricot cake for a special request and look what happened when I opened the apricots. How upsetting.

  All of the bags were like this…. off to the store I went. It is a good thing that we get up early and the store is close. I will need 6 bags for this cake today. Most of … Continue reading

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Outdoor Meal night…..Bar-B Q week… Burgers with cheese or bacon or both, corn, chips etc

  I had a tummy ache so I made sure the teens were fed and out the door for their dance.   Hot dogs Burgers Corn chips Cantaloupe Watermellon jello  

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BBQ week…. today’s plan is Hot dogs, corn, chips and jello for kids……

It has been so much fun with all the kids here. People sleeping everywhere LOL The adults stayed until about midnight or so. Not late at all.     4 packs of hot dogs 2 doz corn from the farm … Continue reading

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Ribs ( that fell off the bones), potato salad made with sweet potatoes…….

No that isn’t the trash plate…… they really fell off the bone. Don’t say a word please…. I feel awful. I wonder what they tasted like, they were gone in a heart beat LOL I kept filling the “roasting pan” … Continue reading

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How many chances should you give them? What is wrong with this state? McDonald’s disappointed YET AGAIN !

  You cannot pull the fish off the bun because it is stuck with the cheese. The bun ripped right in half.     Poor baby wanted feeesh and fwench fwies.  (smile)   McDonald’s

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BBQ day….. Drop in guests…. Hot dogs, corn, beans, chips, ice cream cones.

Real time meals….. It is hard to feed people and take beautiful photos without a photographer standing by. There are 9 hungry people waiting to eat here so I DO have priorities. After all…. REAL food, ugly photos, both sides … Continue reading

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Time to make pancakes for the freezer. You can pop them in the microwave for a fast breakfast.

I like to make sure that real food is available so everyone can eat. You can pop them in the microwave for a fast breakfast. Bacon and ham are also in there cooked and ready to reheat.   There is … Continue reading

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Future Spicy BBQ Pork Sandwiches….. YUM !

      Holy Moly these were umm”spicy”.   I will pack it up in individual bags and freeze for a quick meal.                 Cooling down so I can pack it up in … Continue reading

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My new baby, they were going to throw it away. With a lot of love, I think they will like it here.

      I have other photos but I can’t find them. Maybe I will find my way threw my jungle and take more photos today.     update 2 found these photos of my other babies that i also … Continue reading

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Mmm, Liverwurst sandwich with chips.( Except they gave him Braunschweiger thinking I wouldn’t know the difference.)

  I know, I know…. you aren’t getting into this sandwich. I just LOVE it but please don’t call braunschweiger the same as liverwurst. I have this once every couple years because I burn myself out when I do buy … Continue reading

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UP2 Fitbit armband told me that I was IDLE for 10 hours when we spent 3 days building a deck. Really??

 Cutting wood  Staining wood….. and building the deck !!!  The other days said 4 hours idle…….and 5 hours idle. I have NEVER been idle LOL unless sleeping. I was on my feet for 14-16 hours EVERYDAY we were building.( not even … Continue reading

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Sorry I have been slacking lately………..

            Family emergencies but I’m back and will be working very hard to get about 60 drafts posted.     .

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Oh Great….. A Voluntary Atkins recall…. Look at all of my recall boxes

https://www.atkins.com/newsroom/2016/atkins-nutritionals-inc-issues-voluntary-recall-of-certain-products-after-sunflower-seed-supplier-expands-recall-due-to-listeria-concerns     This is so upsetting. But they said that I will get a free coupon for a box. No one has gotten sick and it is ” Voluntary”…… but when in doubt…. throw it out.   Link below … Continue reading

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Memorial Day Flag Etiquette

Many people are spending Memorial Day weekend traveling, barbecuing and spending time with friends and family, but it’s important to remember what Memorial Day is really all about. Memorial Day is a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who … Continue reading

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Baked Crispy Cod, Baked sweet potato and green beans. Yum!

I don’t know why, but lately I have been craving fish. ( Oh please get that thought out of your head because I am so old, I would make the “news”)   Nice crispy topping, lemon slices on the side, … Continue reading

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Oh my gosh… OUR NEW “SLEEP NUMBER” BED came today !

    The side of the delivery truck LOL . These guys are polite, professional, and neat and clean.  I made sure that they had goodie bags of “home made” goodies when they left.   Flex top Split. We didn’t … Continue reading

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Please teach your children the difference between confidence and being Cocky.

People are confusing the two. No one likes a bully.

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Hey McDonald’s…… Thanks for the Egg shells……… AGAIN

    I had to spit most of it out into the wrapper and thought that was it. Then I tasted a small amount of blood, ran my tongue on my gum and ……………..   I had to spit the … Continue reading

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Danger of some laminate wood flooring was underestimated, report says

This story was on CNN this morning, I’m so worried because we have a full basememnt that we were going to put this in. We will have office, bedroom, full bar, family room, 1/2 kitchen, storage, furnace room etc. Now … Continue reading

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Ah Crud….. I forgot to change the time on my camera

Ok I fixed it but about 2 weeks the time is wrong…. darn it.

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Panny Cakes and Sausage links…. Who’s ready for breakfast ?

oozing with butter and sugar free syrup. Yes, sugar free for diabetics and those on diets. But don’t stress too much, there is also Mrs. Butterworth’s for those that want it, along with Smuckers flavored strawberry syrup and blueberry. HA … Continue reading

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This Lush Product is Sprouting Plants in People’s Bathrooms

. . This Lush Product is Sprouting Plants in People’s Bathrooms by Lauren Hubbard, Contributor, March 20, 2016, 1:29:25 PM It’s the first day of spring, so it seems appropriate that Lush is bringing a some unexpected May-flowers to its … Continue reading

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Happy St. Patty’s Day………Corned Beef and Cabbage………My corned beef was too tender and fell apart towards the end of the night.

Way too busy to take a lot of photos sorry. We had such a good time but super busy.   Day before …………..And Day Of.   make Cole slaw…………………………….. (check) Get the large roaster from box and clean………………………..(check) I love … Continue reading

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What the heck is this? This was in the McDonalds fries they had for lunch while waiting for Corned Beef and Cabbage.

  She had to have something before leaving.    

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Something happened today that has changed our lives forever…. How many tears can I cry?

    Pray for us please !       .

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I feel guilty for “scolding” my Roomba…..

I chase him around and tell him to “come back out from under the bed”.  He is going back and forth under the bed like he is saying.. “you can’t get me, you can’t get me”. He knows I am trying to … Continue reading

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Meatloaf, Alfredo broccoli noodles served along with and fresh broccoli. Of course the daily tossed salad and dinner roll.

           

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Baked Chicken Breast, baked sweet potato and green beans. Served with a tossed salad and dinner roll.

     

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Bad day and very disappointed with an office supply company. They have received hundreds from me in the past and won’t get a penny from this day on.

My money will go to one of their competitors.  You wouldn’t believe how they treat their employees. I am shocked.   Please go and buy something from Office Depot. Don’t go to the other one, I wish I could tell … Continue reading

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Patty Melt Sandwiches… Mmmmmm

 

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Another FoodSaver day………… Large roll of Ground Beef

I cut these large enough or small enough for most meals. There are days I need to use two or three of them or just one.   Have I told you how much I LOVE my FoodSaver? Do you have … Continue reading

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Another FoodSaver day……. Whole pork loin

I will be prepping my fresh veggies for the fridge and cutting meat and poultry for the freezer. Busy day today.   Right out of the freezer   That is little pieces of ice laying next to it. My hand … Continue reading

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I LOVE BREAD and have bread EVERYDAY too ! Oh, and I am losing almost every day .

YES, ounces count. As long as they continue to go DOWN and I continue to eat like a normal person. ( Big smile here because it is working for me.NO NOT WEIGHT WATCHERS).

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Another FoodSaver day…… Cutting a Whole Sirloin Tip for the freezer

Cutting and freezing a Whole sirloin tip. Three beautiful roasts or use one for Kibbee or ka-bobs. Mmmmmm   I couldn’t do it if is wasn’t for my trusty FoodSaver FoodSaver               I am … Continue reading

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Going to make this tomorrow… Slow Cooker Marmalade Pork Tenderloin, We love this !

I would have made it tonight but I am out of one of the ingredients.   UPDATE…. oops looked in the freezer and my pork loin is missing. LOL …..Ok so I will make this sometime this week ( smile … Continue reading

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Breakfast today……… Eggs, Rye Toast or Wheat, and small cup of Blueberries and Strawberries

As I make them I put them on this plate and everyone takes what they want.  

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What’s for Dinner?…… Sliced Flat Iron Steak, Seasoned Rice, Tossed Salad and Dinner Rolls (yep still losing weight)

    I like to slice it all up and pile it on a platter like this along with the Beef and Garlic flavored rice. The Steak has anywhere from Rare to Well done , dig in. Both steaks were cooked … Continue reading

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Went to Walmart to buy yogurt…….

        There was a person filling the shelf with yogurt EXPIRING TOMORROW !! Not taking it away… PUTTING IT ON THE SHELF. asked him to get more…. he came out with some expiring in TWO days.   … Continue reading

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Does anyone have a floating floor ? You know what I mean right?

We are finishing the lower level and want this for the floor. Do you have it ? Do you like it ?   I am leaving towards it but have questions. I really want the panels that have the padding. … Continue reading

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Breakfast today is …… 100 % Whole Wheat French Toast with Ham. Served with a dish of Blueberries

Please pass the sugar free syrup please….     Some were more hungry than others.          

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I guess dinner is still with him…… this is his breakfast.

   

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Fish Friday …..But WARNING the photos look awful

I started dinner so late the photos were taken while I was throwing it on the table LOL Nothing fancy here just baked served with half sweet potato and beets for some and no potato and green beans for others. … Continue reading

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Lunch Sammie for today is …. Tuna Salad

Tuna Salad on White or Whole Wheat with lettuce. Add your own crunch.     -One with Swiss -One with Chex mix -Two with pretzels -One with no crunchy stuff on the side -One with no lettuce     …. … Continue reading

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The Breakfast meal for this morning is…….Whole Grain French Toast with Crispy Bacon

Ok not everyone wants whole grain. Too bad, take it or leave it. This is not a restaurant.  ( wink ) Everyday there is something different for meals and I try not to have the same thing two days in … Continue reading

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Isn’t that pretty ? The sky is on fire. Ooooo……Ahhh

I love sunsets and sunrises. They just make me smile and when I’m happy, the house is happy.    

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Left over night… Stew and store bought Crescent Rolls.

    Warning ………LEFT OVER NIGHT !!   IT MIGHT LOOK LIKE DOD FOOD ,  BUT IT WAS GOOOOOD !   Boy it was good. I love the stews and soups and sauces the next day ( or out of the … Continue reading

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AeroGarden …. the babies are really growing

AeroGarden         I am prepared with extra water etc. Watch me grow…and grow…and grow.. LOL  

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Lower Carb Breakfast Biscuit and Egg Sandwich with Bacon and Cheese. Served with Strawberries

Sorry about the photo… someone used the camera and it was on the wrong setting.  ( Yeah sure blame someone else)       I had to make the egg super thin and well done. A family member really dislikes … Continue reading

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Losing weight is the best feeling ever but………

        It is a bugger when you need to find something in your closet that fits. 3 pairs brand new pants……. 8 shirts……….6 casual shirts……………3 sweater/coats   ALL TOO BIG ! Most never worn and some with … Continue reading

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Chicken of the Week Recipe…….Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

Battery died so no photo   CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE   4-5  chicken breasts bone in 1 lg or 2 small pkgs. frozen broccoli 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 can cream of mushroom soup … Continue reading

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Aero Garden …. My babies are starting to come up

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Breakfast today…. Scrambled eggs with broccoli and cheese. Served along with 100% percent Whole Wheat Toast

Pass the sugar free jelly please

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My second pair of Sketchers came….. they were worn. Tags are off and scuffed.

Sketchers   I have other “new” pairs of these shoes that were just purchased so I know what is in the box,  and how they come.   This was thrown together and they weren’t even in the box when I … Continue reading

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Happy Valentine’s Day !

      I had a very busy day, but wanted to wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day !  

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I have been posting about the meals that I make almost everyday, but Life has more than just food……

There will be days of tears, smiles, crankiness, illness, hugs, winks, and more. And in order for me to be who I am I will include bits of pieces here and there. Let me know what you think ok?   … Continue reading

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He came home with these “just for nuttin”……….He does this all the time.

It could be roses or wild flowers or just about anything.  

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I love grilling and broiling and bbqing in Feb.

  Grilled Chicken pieces with mashed cauliflower and green beans. And along side is a crisp salad and a slice of whole wheat bread with butter.   For those that love white meat… here is a breast……..       … Continue reading

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We had a big dinner last night and weight loss this morning.

              I’m happy. Go look what we had.             .

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Steak and HUGE Lobster Tail with a cold crispy salad. Served with a dinner roll and mashed cauliflower. YUMMY !

           

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Hey Oprah…. I love bread too. And I eat bread every single day too. And I am losing too. NO, not on weight watchers

Oh and I don’t have a private chef Oh and I don’t have a personal trainer Oh and I can’t the expensive foods that you can buy. Oh and I don’t have to count either. Oh and I don’t have … Continue reading

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Smothered Pork Chops with mashed cauliflower with sour cream and chives, served with a cold crisp salad and dinner roll with butter.

  now grab your personal salad, dressing and dinner roll. Yum              

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Freezing SIX heads of Cauliflower for the freezer with my trusty FoodSaver.

  They had a great sale on Dole Cauliflower so we bought SIX heads. I will use the FoodSaver and put them in the freezer. If you have a FoodSaver, you can understand how exciting this is. If you don’t … Continue reading

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Mashed Cauliflower

  Now add sour cream butter and chives. season with salt and pepper and you have a yummy simple low carb side dish.  

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Aero Gardens Day ONE. It is that time of year. I love these machines and they will stay on for MONTHS.

  I will grow…… Basil Chives Sage Thyme Oregano Parsley ( curly and Italian) Mint   Cherry Toms Plum Toms Green peppers Red peppers Carrots Lettuce Zucchini Cabbage cucumbers Cantaloupe Assorted hot peppers (5) and so much more     … Continue reading

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Half time show was awful….everyone that was here was disappointed. Ages were 17-86yrs old

how sad.  

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Which bag of wings would you buy ?

  The bigger ones were cheaper and got double in the bag. Why am I surprised ?

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Breaded Zucchini Slices For Super Bowl, Game Day, or ANY DAY.

the spice mix was oregano, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, cayenne pepper and salt  

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Homemade Mozzarella Nuggets for the Super Bowl or any ANY NIGHT.

A mixture of Progresso ( Progresso Panko Crumbs  ) Panko regular and Panko Italian seasoned crumbs. I used both becaue the plain was lacking for the cheese sticks and Italian was too much if used alone. So I mixed them together … Continue reading

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Making waffles with the “Elite Gourmet” Waffle Maker, Sandwich grill, and sandwich maker.

  I make hand held pies and stuffed sandwiches with this but this is the first time to make waffles.       I wasn’t kidding about the bad photos lol   Here we go along with ham. Mmmmmm   … Continue reading

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Look what he came home with today ? They are Sketchers walking shoes. Plus there is another pair being shipped. He wuvs me.

Sketchers has now become my favorite.  ( in case you want to buy a pair… Sketchers  )         And don’t forget about the cute little footies  

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Spaghetti Dinner with a crisp salad and garlic bread…. Look, it’s a huge platter so help yourself.

   

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A flat iron steak with grilled green pepper for two. Oops FOUR

A flat iron steak with grilled green pepper for FOUR, baked sweet potato oozing with butter, tender crisp fresh green beans, cold and crispy tossed salad with cucumber and grape tomatoes. And served with homemade salad dressing. Because we had … Continue reading

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What’s for dinner? A low carb dinner.Burger Patties wrapped in lettuce leaf with tomato and onion. Don’t forget the Low carb ketchup. On the side is broccoli casserole.

    Burger Patties wrapped in lettuce leaf with tomato and onion. Don’t forget the Low carb ketchup. On the side is broccoli casserole.        

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Please answer this question for me. Why are people telling me NOT to show photos of the products I use ?

 .   I really don’t understand, Please explain it to me. Should I stop showing photos of my meals or the products? Someone please explain. Update……Okay, why won’t someone speak up and explain?     For NEW posts  scroll down … Continue reading

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Fish and Chips served along side is a cold crispy salad. Well it “should have been a Great dinner” like all our other fish frys.

I WILL NEVER use this recipe again… What a waste of ingredients, along with NO TASTE…….. I LOVE MY RECIPE that I have used for about 40 years. WHY did I try this ??   A few family members like … Continue reading

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Apricot glazed Pork Roast. Roasted sweet potatoes and roasted zucchini.

    Glazed Pork Roast with roasted garlic.Roasted zucchini and sweet potatoes. Served with a cold crisp salad and choice of dressing.    

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Friday Fish… Tastes like Lobster ( well almost)

  Baked Fish, served along with Broccoli and Cauliflower mix. Served with nice hot butter ( not strained)         A couple good sized salads and a couple small salads. Some with tom and cucumber and some without. Some … Continue reading

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Lower Carb Flat Iron Steaks, baked sweet potato and green beans with bacon. Split between THREE people.

Served along side is a crisp salad with onion, cucumber, grape tomatoes, and real bacon bits ( mine without please) . Salad dressing tonight…. Ranch     UPDATE…  and a loss next morning.        

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Marinated Orange -Thyme Pork Chops, served with zucchini, and sweet potato patties

                Place in a Ziploc bag and let it sit for about 1-3 hours .Over night would be better, but we know how there are days when time is a problem.     … Continue reading

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McDonalds Filet of Fish and Fries… Yum

My cheat night from my diet plan.     Three meals were really good….. One was pretty bad ( cold and only 1/2 fries). I gave mine up because I wasn’t hungry.          

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This filling was made from left over chicken and it will be made into Pot Pie Filling and Chicken Soup with Rice or Noodles.

  I will update this after I have made the pot pie or soup. Right now it will go in the freezer until ready to use.        

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Nice hot breakfast of Pancakes and ham….. Mmm

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What’s for dinner? Large Chicken Salads with your choice of dressing.

This is what I do when I am so busy and need a fast dinner.with your choice of toppings.     I have the toppings in bowls…..you top your own salad….. ( most of the salads have one chicken breasts, but others … Continue reading

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Remember the SECOND Countertop Oven that I bought? I’ve used it probably 10 times and guess what?

The numbers are already off the dial. I even made sure I didn’t use any chemicals and used a nice soft cloth. Yes I bought the same brand because I thought it was just a “fluke” that mine broke so … Continue reading

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Lower Carb Burger with swiss cheese, served with cauliflower and Vettetti Pro sweet potato cakes.

Sweet Potato cakes were made with my new Veggetti Pro ( NOT sponsored)     I don’t have a lot of photos because I was making different patties for different people. one…………. rare one……….. med well one……… with green peppers … Continue reading

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Sweet potato Cakes with onions….Yummy. I Starting to play with my Veggetti Pro .

      (This is NOT a sponsored post I bought this).           These can be made ahead and I am going to show you how……. keep reading         When you get done … Continue reading

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The doctor will judge you now. ( isn’t this the truth…. my EX doctor was a jerk and I don’t have a problem talking about it)

.What he now understands is…….. “My money is good anywhere”. WHOLE,  complete family left that office.   Hey EX- Doctor…. you work for me… I don’t take this crap from anyone… bye bye now !     .Story was on C N … Continue reading

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Lower Carb Banana Muffins

  Hot out of the oven and mean HOT out of the oven. couldn’t eat yet, will let it cool.                                         … Continue reading

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What’s for breakfast? His favorite Breakfast …….Nice HOT Cream of Wheat with wheat toast on a cold morning.

  Update…. forgot to show the brand I use because we have used it since we were young and we still use it. Had to update the photo when I realized there wasn’t a photo. “He” loves this cereal on … Continue reading

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I will need about FIVE lights for different rooms PLUS entryway PLUS 4 room basement, PLUS outside 8. What do you think about this one?

found this at LampsPlus… have about 8 more in my basket LOL Why do I have champagne taste on a beer budget ? I need ceiling lights, ceiling fans, pantry light, utility light, outside house light (8),  basement lighting ( … Continue reading

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Mmmmm Poor Man’s Lobster, baked sweet potato, and tossed salad. YUMMY !!!

It’s so nice to be able to open the freezer and have a wonderful fish dinner. I love my foodsaver  (FoodSaver) AND my freezers LOL.                     4 sweet potatoes and 3 … Continue reading

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Veggetti Pro Recipes, My new purchase. Wrong… “he” is the one that came home with it. I told you that he always comes home with a small something.

  Come back to see what I’ve made… just got it today so I haven’t made anything.      

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FoodSaver and a 10 lb case of Fish…. Look out freezer, here it comes !

  In case you want info…. NO I AM NOT PAID for this post FoodSaver

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Weight loss still on target. Losing almost every single day but only small amount which is what I wanted.

yes, there have been days that I gain a HALF pound or a pound but it comes off. Probably water.

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Lower Carb BBQ Chicken for dinner tonight….come back for photos

yum   with baked sweet pot or russet small salad with topping…. (they started devouring before I could grab the camera) roasted zucchini or with onions or cauliflower  ( I will decide later LOL)…… Zuke and onions it is !! 1 breast … Continue reading

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I am starting a “Chicken of the week recipe”. I might post more than one but at least one.

I will

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Thick Hot Stew on a cold yucky day. Served with bread of your choice.

     

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Calories, Cups, oz, points ….. it is ALL COUNTING and getting to a certain number…….

nope….not me

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Homemade “Three Cheese Olga”, served with a small “Greek Salad”.

Cooking for the Midnight crew.   Olga’s Three Cheese on homemade Olga bread with NO tomatoes for this person. Served with a greek salad with homemade greek dressing.        

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Pork Chops, Brown Rice and Green Beans. Along with a crisp salad….. Mmmmm

      Season the pork with your favorite spices. These two had a mixture of bbq seasoning garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. The others were just salt and pepper.     Homemade rice pilaf…Mmmmm     Two different … Continue reading

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Making Olga Bread

This is my own twist on so many yucky recipes out there floating around that CLAIM to be authentic. I’m sure you know the ones that I’m talking about…. they claim to have worked there for many years etc. …….Then … Continue reading

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So pretty !

     

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Making Breakfast Foods for the freezer… Pancakes, French toast, egg muffins, biscuit sandwiches.

  final count   Pancakes 18 bags ……. ( 9 regular 9 blueberry) french toast 16 bags Egg muffins 18 bags Biscuit sandwiches ( egg bacon cheese)….10 sandwiches   bacon………………….. large ziplock sausage patties………… Quart  zip lock       … Continue reading

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I have a family member that LOVES pizza rolls. We thought we would bring these home to try the NEW flavor.

  They had already exploded before they were even placed in the oven.                 He had a few friends over and look what happened to their munchies.        

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Roasted Whole Chicken , broccoli, cauliflower, or Brussel sprouts. Served with baked sweet potato.

      Oops…….. the skin broke but VERY JUICY!!!!!           I want everyone to eat veggies so I will make a variety.       Broccoli  and cauliflower     Brussel sprouts and cauliflower.  

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Why do people need the internet to tell them how to act, what to say and what is funny?

Have they really stopped thinking for themselves? Were they NOT raised with rules and guidelines? I will add more soon, I have to catch up with so many posts. I hope you are all well.

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New Years Eve Nibbles

I wish I would have gotten more photos but doing all the cooking, dishes, tidying the house, and waiting for the “early birds” to come…. I wasn’t thinking of the camera LOL.     Shrimp Cocktail with homemade cocktail sauce … Continue reading

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Happy New Year, 2016 is going to be a GREAT year!

So far wonderful year ( and more weight loss). It is so busy here, I will add many posts soon.

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New Years Day for Luck. Sausage and Sauerkraut, Blackeyed Peas

    I used this brand this year. It was great.

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Homemade Bean soup made from the ham bone for Christmas. Served with store bought rolls for a fast dinner.

         

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Turkey baster update….. “Mainstays”…….I LOVE THIS ONE, It didn’t break or crack !!!!!

  This is AFTER USING it like crazy …… YIPPEE….. we have a winner !!! Thank Goodness I was getting so mad. I used them constantly so lets see what happens the next time.             … Continue reading

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Diet plan still working

will update soon.

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Where are they? Why aren’t they outside playing? Wait… NO footprints in the snow either, what are they doing?

Where are the children? Late Christmas Eve and no footprints in the snow….. Christmas day………..still no site of ANY kids…….. Day after Christmas and still no prints in the snow and NO CHILDREN Playing….. There are hundreds of houses and … Continue reading

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Merry Christmas Everyone !!

Love your family today instead of fighting with them LOL.   Don’t forget that it isn’t the gifts that are wrapped in paper and bows…….. it’s what’s in the heart.    

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Mini Cheesecakes

   

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Update on my weight loss

The scale keeps going down every day .Yes,  there have been a few days that I have gained a tiny bit but it does come off the next day. I don’t think that I have ever had a day that … Continue reading

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Cranberry Bark for Christmas Trays

 

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Kifli’s …. another family recipe that he was raised with…… in the 1950’s and the 1960’s

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He came home with these today. Aren’t they cute?

He came home with some Christmas shirts a couple weeks ago, I’ll post the photos when I find them. I made him put one on so I could take a photo. They only go to his ankle but almost to … Continue reading

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Christmas Cookies…… Thumb Print Cookies from the 1960’s from Granny Granny

 

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Cookies…. Spritz cookies for cookie trays. There’s nothing like a buttery cookie to make you smile.

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I need to start the cookie trays….. Sugar Free Molasses Cookies , Everyone should be able to eat Cookies… Yummy

I make about 8 dozen of these. Then I make full sugar for the trays. I LOVE my kitchen Aid but I think a “baring” is going. It sounds really sick. Like it is grinding. I have used it weekly since … Continue reading

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Update on my turkey baster from Oct 10. I tried them …………

. I am so sad. I use turkey basters for many many meals. I’m just so sad that I can’t find one that will last more than one single meals. I had a turkey baster for about 35 YEARS and … Continue reading

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Weight loss for a New Years Resolution.

Even though I am losing almost daily, I want to really lose faster. I’m not sure what I will do, but I might stick with what is working so far. I have time to decide.

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Day after Thanksgiving and I did gain. 0.2 pounds and I am so proud of myself.

I ate like a hog so it could have been worse. I ate…. Turkey Stuffing two different family reipes that I made every year) real mashed potatoes with homemade gravy cauliflower with lots of butter Real green bean casserole cranberry … Continue reading

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Happy Thanksgiving Everyone.

The menu was HUGE !! We worked for days and I didn’t get many photos. I did manage to get a few of the plates that were sitting on the table. Hard to get to the other end of the … Continue reading

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Trying out the Oster Roaster….. Mmmmmm Turkey.

    From Above looking into the top     Well I was happy with it but something happened that it didn’t brown. The light kept blinking so I may have gotten a defective one. Oster Roaster   Well I … Continue reading

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Sonic Buffalo wings………..they were swimming……. they didn’t eat them. Four orders were thrown away.

  they bought them on the way here. They traveled a distance and never looked inside.

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Pumpkin Pie and small Ramekins for those that don’t want the crust.

  4 pies 8 Ramekins    

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Apple pie

     

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Shish-Ka-Bob, Homemade Rice Pilaf…….. Mmmmmm

 

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Broiled Chicken Breasts, Steamed Cauliflower, and Brown Rice

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This is what he came home with today

  Just in time for my four pies. LOL     I really like these OXO measuring cups. I had a three piece set but they ended up with cracks in the bottom and I had to throw them away. They … Continue reading

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Shrimp, Spinach and Whole Wheat Pasta. I always make things up as I go.

            Don’t forget to use the shrimp sells to make shrimp stock for the freezer              

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Atkins snack bars, meal replacement bars, and candy treats for the whole family.

Everything from breakfast bars, lunch bars or a treat. We do NOT eat these daily but they come in handy for an emergency. Late meeting, stuck in traffic, not feeling well, or other. You will find them in purses, back … Continue reading

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Swiss steak, mashed taters and peas…… yep, still losing weight.

Neither one of those plates are mine, I always take a photo of the first one served ( or when I get a second to grab the camera.    

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I have to agree…. I don’t take away your Hanukkah, I don’t take away your Kwanza… Don’t try to take away MY CHRISTMAS !

  Yep, you can try….. but you’ll never do it.   It is ” Merry Christmas” in this house and it always will be.   You can take away 20 ounce soft drinks and take away the smoking areas…. You … Continue reading

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Nice HOT Chili…..Mmmm

     

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Lower Carb Blueberry muffin

           

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Weight loss is still going well. But I have been the same number for 4 days now.

I guess that I can’t complain because I am losing daily, but I want the scale to move. I have set my mind on this and I WILL do this. I just don’t like the  1/4  or  1/2  pound at … Continue reading

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Dinner tonight Steak and homemade steak sauce, sketti squash, corn for some, mushrooms and onions for others….along with a salad

The clear plates make it look ugly and the char marks aren’t as pretty as they were in “real life”. Doesn’t matter, they were great.   Sauteed Mushrooms for three people and two were disgusted. One person was working.   … Continue reading

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How to make Sketti Squash (Spaghetti Squash)

  Please be careful when cutting these in half. What I do is make small stabs so I have a dotted line. Then I take a knife and saw back and forth until it goes threw. DO NOT try to … Continue reading

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Low Carb Pizza. Yum

This one was “loaded”. I made a veggie only but forgot photos   Everyone had a tossed salad also.   I used my “bestest friend” for this job. I whipped up this pizza dough in SECONDS. Here are a few of the toppings … Continue reading

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A breakfast meal….. a little on the strange side, but it isn’t her strangest craving.

A breakfast Omelet filled with brussel sprouts, broccoli,cauliflower, and swiss cheese. Served along with a slice of Wheat toast.   I know what you’re thinking but it doesn’t bother her.

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Broiled Chicken Breasts and Thighs, Baked Sweet potatoes and broccoli

  Have I told you about the blue plates? Because I have clear dishes, I needed something that would show the food instead of looking like I make everyone eat off of the table. after the photo I will put … Continue reading

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Cutting a whole Chuck Roll. Using my FoodSaver and freezing.

        FoodSaver In case you are interested in these wonderful machines.  NO I WAS NOT PAID FOR THIS POST.  

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United States Postal Service….. is ticking me off. Threw a package from front of porch to my door and broke my items inside box.

This has happened so many times.  Have many photos   I hate this state. Unfriendly people, crappy repair companies, delivery services damage goods (more than 20 times), crappy doctors and hospitals , If you are wearing clothing that supports another … Continue reading

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One breakfast down…. only four more to go today.

  Yes she likes the bacon burnt and had already starting eating the egg whites around the yolks. She leaves the toast whole to put jelly on the whole slice and THEN cut in half. I just let it goooooooooo. … Continue reading

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Another Roaster.This is number FOUR.

  Yes, I said NUMBER FOUR!!!!!   I will try this one on Thanksgiving this year, but I’m still looking for a larger one. I will let you know how it worked out.           This is … Continue reading

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My FoodSaver Day (but it is dying)

  My FoodSaver and cutting meat Day ( 2 Whole Sirloin Tip, 1 Chuck Roll, 1 whole Bottom round, 1whole brisket etc   It will take a couple days to cut, bag, label and freeze all these pieces.     … Continue reading

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My toaster oven broke and I almost cried. We just bought another one. Yes same kind because I loved it but yes worried this one will die so soon too.

I need to go look up when I bought the first one. Update…. nov 20 2013 Please don’t die so soon…. I wuv this oven.    

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Semi- Homemade Gyros with curly fries, and a crisp Greek Salad. All homemade except for the Low Carb tortillas……yum

    All homemade except for the Low Carb tortillas……yum     The ” SEMI” part of the title is because I bought the meat from the butcher and I had to cook it. They threw it together and I … Continue reading

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Freezer French Toast for a fast and easy breakfast.

I think I made 20 servings of Wheat and 10 servings of white.   Put on a plate and pop in the microwave. Serve with the bacon that is also bagged up in the freezer ( smile ).  

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Homemade Sausage made into a stir fry…. (okay I was rushing for a fast easy dinner). Served with sweet potatoes instead of rice

  (okay I was rushing for a fast easy dinner). Served with sweet potatoes instead of rice   I didn’t serve with rice for everyone because a couple of us are watching our carbs. I served just mine with Brussels … Continue reading

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I set mini goals that are very easy to achieve. I crossed another one this morning.

. . . I am my own cheerleader……… I’m so proud of ME !

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Burgers and fries for dinner…. Jell-O and Pudding for dessert. Yum !

Burger with swiss cheese, Homemade Low Carb Ketchup, lettuce, tomato, and onion. All On one large wheat Pita cut in half ( makes two burgers) I ran out of sweet potatoes so I had to use a russet potato for … Continue reading

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—-> Your opinion is needed in the “poll”. <----

I need to prove something please go answer. All opinions matter.

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The scale is still going down daily. Its not many pounds PER day, but it is going down daily !!!

And I’m still eating good food and full. I am so proud of myself.  I have my OWN program since the others were not for me.

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Lower Carb Fish and Chips… Mmmm

        Here it is right out of the freezer. Have I mentioned how much I love my dying foodsaver? I have had them ever since they first came out. FoodSaver (NO I did not get paid for … Continue reading

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Roasted chicken with baked sweet potato and green beans. Slurp ! oops sorry

                                 

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My husband has many viruses, this new one is called ” I only did it because YOU…..

……..were in the way” ………..were busy” ………….said this or that” ………..told me that was_____” …………. told me that it was going to rain today” ………….wanted me to do blah blah blah”  ( just happened and no I never told him … Continue reading

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Do you have a “Laundry Jar” ?

I do BUT………… Those cheap buggers have only given me about $10.00 in TWENTY SOMETHING YEARS !! I even tell them that it would only be polite for them to at least leave a darn quarter in their pockets. Nope. … Continue reading

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Scale still going down, slowly but every day.

I am so proud of myself. So far everyday except for one day that I gained 1/2 pound. It was gone next day.

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Low Carb Baby Back Ribs with Homemade Low Carb BBQsauce

.I love my freezers…. a variety of goodies.   served with fried cabbage and a nice cold crispy salad

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Breakfast Egg Muffins

  I have been doing this WAY BEFORE they became popular. I would say about 40 years or even more.       Cooking the ham green pepper onion spice. I later added more ham so I had to add … Continue reading

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Mmmm Lower Carb-“Orange Ice Cream-y frozen dessert”. (yes, I made it up and proud of it LOL)

I didn’t get a photo of it in a dish because I served it into individual dishes to freeze. I’ll add a photo in a few. The photo is on the bottom, scroll down.           I … Continue reading

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Low(er) Carb Hamburger Steak, Fiesta beans, small tossed salad. Oh and homemade lower carb ketchup.

This is the first can of “ready made” anything that I have opened in months. I just needed this for a fast dinner. And because we were in such a hurry, I only got photos while on their plates.   … Continue reading

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Okay, I feel much better this morning. I lost weight again. The one gain ( 1/2 pound) really threw me.

Now back to losing everyday. The small loss is just as important as the big loss, it all means DOWN.

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One pan and simple. Baked Pork Chops with Sauerkraut and broccoli.

Served with a mashed sweet potato with butter and heavy cream. ( and a loss next morning). Oh and Lower carb strawberry shortcake with whipped cream.   I was worried about gaining 1/2 pound so Dinner was going to be … Continue reading

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I am using my FoodSaver on my tortillas . Then I will be putting them into the freezer. Six bags ready to go.

White and Yellow Corn Tortillas         FoodSaver Click above in case you are interested. NO I have NOT been paid

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Cutting and Freezing Strip Steaks with FoodSaver. It’s almost dying .

I cross my fingers every time I need to us this. I really don’t know what I am going to do when she dies.                 some of the bags have two and some … Continue reading

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Started my own diet plan and so far losing daily…..

I needed a plan that was right FOR ME, and its working. I’m so proud of myself.   So far 2 weeks and three days……………   Update… crap, gained for the first time 1/2 pound. Three weeks tomorrow.

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Homemade Low Carb Ketchup…

I have been making my own sauces for about 14 years now. I love knowing what is going into my food. This is the final product. I’m so glad I trusted myself enough to know that it needed “extra this and that” and … Continue reading

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Dinner was soooo good ! Strip Steak, baked sweet potato, green beans, small salad and homemade steak sauce dip.

And it was all low(er) carb. Yummy ! They look like they are “over cooked” but actually I think two were “under cooked” and mine was perfect.   From FoodSaver Bag to table. They were so juicy. They were rare, … Continue reading

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Gifts from Sears and Kmart………..Hundreds of dollars not cheap but LOOK….

If something seems too good to be true…….. It is !   I have the ad somewhere and I am keeping it. What a bunch of horse crap….. ( well, now I know) These photos are from the day they … Continue reading

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Low Carb Ham and Cheese Quesadilla ….. Yummy !

          Just a little sour cream on the side and you have “lunch”.

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Baked Cod / Poor Man’s Lobster Low(er) Carb Mac and Cheese and Cauliflower. Yum !

I will come back with carb count after I get more posts up.   I have said it a million times with MY recipes… “ Taste as you go because MY LIKES might not be YOUR LIKES.”   I have … Continue reading

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I had to pick these because the squirrels have decided that they like us. I think that the bunnies told them.

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Braised Beef with Roasted Sweet potatoes, onions, celery and carrots. Nice meal for a yucky day.

This ends up to be so tender that I got laughed at for setting the tables with knives. Ha Ha so funny huh?           I used my Lodge Pot on the stove.   Brown the roast … Continue reading

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Lower Carb Blueberry Muffins…… So nice for a mid morning snack with coffee

                                               

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Sugar free Spiced nuts. All baked and packaged up in my Lock n Lock container….. yum

  Time to get busy….. I have so many different kinds of nuts. That way everyone will be happy LOL.   .   . . My Lock n Lock container will keep them fresh. I made up about 15 tiny … Continue reading

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Pork Roast with sugar free glaze, baked tater and corn. Served with a tossed salad and we will call it dinner.

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My FoodSaver is Ready. This is a Whole Pork Loin . Going to cut it into thick chops, pork roasts and use the end pieces for “ground Pork” or in case I make a stir fry.

. . .         I love my FoodSaver since the first one I bought many years ago when they came out with the first one. FoodSaver   Guess what’s for dinner ? Yep Pork Roast. Lets season … Continue reading

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Lg Dinner Salad ( chicken )

YUMMY !!        

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Low Carb Breakfast Biscuit Sandwich with a few strawberrries

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Why can’t I find soft plastic turkey basters ? Do you remember them?

This is “hard” plastic and the seam ALWAYS cracks and it leaks everywhere. I have to buy them about three times a year. I’m gonna cry if I can’t find ones that don’t leak. My husband came home with these … Continue reading

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Roasted Chicken with Roasted Cauliflower and Sweet potatoes. A low carb meal for ALL !

Different parts for all. Legs, thighs, and breasts.          

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After a big rain . He sees me peeking but it doesn’t bother him at all.

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FoodSaver hasn’t died yet. I am using it like crazy, right now is TEN pounds of “Feeesh”. (Fish)

I can’t believe that it’s hanging on so long after giving me clues that it’s dying on me. My FoodSaver is one item that I will NEVER be without. I have two large freezers ( one “stand up” and one … Continue reading

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Baby Back Ribs, loaded sweet potato slices, and cauliflower . Dinner is ready !

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Homemade Sausage is done and going in the freezer. Thank you FoodSaver and KitchenAid !!!

  Gather all you items, wash, dry and take in the other room to use large counter. I can’t wait for breakfast sausage again.           KitchenAid                     … Continue reading

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We go through Jell-O like it is water. Fast and Affordable. Served with Low Carb Topping…. Yum!

  I like to put the Jell-O in individual serving size dishes for a “fast grab”. Then Put on a cookie sheet to make sure that if it spills, it won’t make a mess in the refrigerator. When cooled and … Continue reading

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Look who is going to grow a tree in the spring LOL

     

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Holy Crap…. I looked out the window and look what wanted in. This one was about 5 inches long. I have a million but not this big.

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Why did we bother? Busy morning or not, I should have cooked.

One thumbs up for a griddle sandwich and the other three were thumbs down. What a waste of money but our fault.        

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I guess there was a good sale on hams…….

He is so dangerous when he goes to the store.  ( he does find great deals but don’t tell him I said so)    

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Blood super moon….. I fell asleep when it turned red but I have beginning and end LOL

this was the 27th and 28th. now I have to wait until 2033…. yeah ok. I will be the first one to cross my fingers LOL.  

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Pork Roast , roasted potatoes and green beans. A little glaze on the side that I used from the top and we have dinner

When I cut a large whole pork loin I use the ends for either roasts, cubes, strip or even grinding. This was a nice roast.                            

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Another Whole Pork Loin for the freezer. My foodsaver is my best friend but its dying.

  Pork loin chops Pork Roasts Pork for stir fry’s pork for Pork steaks…..etc etc etc Bottom photo all bagged up with foodsaver ready for the freezer                          FoodSaver … Continue reading

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Where in the world are these coming from? It is daily that they are everywhere.

           

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I’m hiding and you can’t see me.

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Shrimp Pad Thai with Scallops……I love the smiles when I make this.

                             

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This should last a few days. Maxwell House is my best friend.

This may look like a lot but actually it won’t last that long. Yes we drink a lot of coffee. Thank you Maxwell House, you have been there for me. ( laugh ) I make stacks of these FILLED filters at … Continue reading

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Blueberry Muffins… Just because others may say that they have a recipe that is the “best”, doesn’t make it a fact LOL.

I tripled the recipe and wasted so many ingredients. I was a total baking fool today. Oatmeal Cookies, chocolate chip cookies (with new chips will have a separate post) and muffins,  and freezer foods etc. Good God, you should have seen the dishes … Continue reading

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The SECOND HISENSE TV we have had to replace within TWO years. Oh and one repaired twice !!

Have to buy different brand

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We call this Pork and Pasta.

. .I normally serve this with Homemade garlic bread but it was a last minute dinner idea.   .

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I love the rain and a good storm so much… but “he” stares at the radar waiting to go to the basement” LOL

I love Love Love Love the rain ! I love the thunder…I love the lightening….. I love the sound of the drops on the ground. I want to walk in the rain but he insists that its dangerous. Oh good … Continue reading

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Little Baby Apple Pies

                That is Burnt sugar on top of the pie. Oops gave it ONE minute too long LOL.

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Tips and Tricks ….. Traveling and forgot phone charger

    If you travel for business or while on vacation and you forget your phone or laptop charger, just ask the front desk. They have so many items like this behind the desk that people have forgotten when they … Continue reading

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Should I try NutriSystem, Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, or what?

What worked for you?    

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Started my “eating right program to lose weight”. ( I don’t want to use the word DIET LOL ).

Three days but only one pound.   update….. 4 pounds one week.   Going to try something else.

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Make your own…. beauty bar like tv. Fast and Easy for gifts or extra money.

  Before making your own products, learn about oils and dangers etc. BE SMART and Make money. EBAY cheap for everything you will need from molds, oils, tubes, bottles, jars, bags ETC. Watch for many more recipes for body products. … Continue reading

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Blue Moon tonight ( not really blue)

Don’t forget to look at it because next one Jan 2018   Each month has a full moon but every three years you get a month that has two. More details tonight or tomorrow with lots of photos  

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Almost ready to start Weight loss program. A few more summer celebrations and then I will be ready.

Who will be following?

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Burger King Whopper Jr with cheese …. or is it?

pretty photo was from bk dot com     I’m so sad, but it was hot. We have been so very busy and we needed something to eat right “now” so this is what we ended up getting.     … Continue reading

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Tomorrow I will try to do one good deed for someone.

  (update….. I did something for someone and there might be a smile on their face in a day or two)   I am going to make cookies so I will send some of them to someone having a bad … Continue reading

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A blog started out to be a way for someone to type their feelings, now you are told what you can say.

    How is this happening?   If I am made at a company or service , I should be able to voice my opinion.

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Sorry that I keep changing the “look” of this blog, but it seems so hard to read. What do you think?

I will stop sooner of later, be patient with me okay?

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My new Sketchers shoes, I love these things. They had a sale buy one and get second half price. Okey dokey

   

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Salads for dinner. Pick your toppings from the platters and make your salad. Grab the dinner rolls and call it dinner.

Dressings were blue cheese buffalo sauce Ranch vinegar   Imitation crab, eggs, swiss cheese, green onions, tomatoes ( artichokes and olives on one of these but I can’t see them )     Chicken, cucumber, tomato, green onion cheddar ( bacon bits, … Continue reading

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Tomorrow is National Ice Cream Day but I can’t wait until then.

This is the second ice cream maker that I had to buy. I have a family member that loved it every night before bed. Only one small scoop but I was happy to do it.   My trusty Cuisinart Ice … Continue reading

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Pizza Hut tonight and disappointed.

The pizza was made and before throwing it in the box, they threw a handful of spinach on top and handed it to us. Really? You can see how I just moved all this to one side, it was going … Continue reading

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I could use your help.

Will you Please leave me a comment with the “time that you are reading this” ? I know it sounds strange, but it could help me. ( oh, don’t ask LOL)

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Why is it that every time there is a promotion at McDonalds, they are out of the stickers the next day and never get more?

We have a weekly special occasion that takes place twice or three times a week here at our house and then at other homes. Everyone gets their orders and brings it back here or at the other homes.     … Continue reading

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Bad lighting in the photo, but yummy lunch for Two. Veggie platter with two dips.

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Loaded Nachos ( kinda) with homemade chips

missing from the photos… avocados, green onions ( under the extra lettuce that “he” likes        

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I will try to review a new gadget or food or company for you. I am not getting paid, I am doing this on my own to help you out.

Get ready because I have so many kitchen items to tell you about. Along with many family recipe books, papers and cards, I can keep posting forever. I can review new companies, food items, cleaning products etc.  I always try … Continue reading

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An active shooter incident at a U.S. Navy support center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. UPDATE…ITS OVER !! Update… Four Dead including shooter and 3 injured.

I  am trying to get info from many sites so please be patient. I am tired of hitting he “delete” button. So many things are not true that were told on air or in print. I promise to try to get … Continue reading

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Good Morning, here is a picture that will start your day off with a smile.

  I was having my coffee and looked out the window. Soooo Pretty !   Good Morning everyone, Mondays are just another day for me. I don’t hate them because the “Monday Bad things” happen to me on Tues, Wed, … Continue reading

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Finally found my favorite Mezzetta Brand Olives

I have been trying to find this brand and I can’t find them. I love the cocktail onions too. I was so excited I took the photo right in the bag LOL

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Shish-Ka-Bobs, homemade rice pilaf, roasted corn, and grilled “fresh” pineapple

  burp….. scuz me   “He” requested these for dinner a couple days ago, so of course I made them. Enough to feed 9 people. It was a nice time with friends.      

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I am going to start my weight loss program. I will have it all planned out and ready to go before Day 1.

I will have the foods that I will need here in the house. I will have the “plan” planned out. I will know all the meals that I will prepare.     Update…. I have been contacted about those people that … Continue reading

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Have you ever gone to another state and tried a restaurant that people rave about? Then are you disappointed that it wasn’t as good as the bragging/

Yes, me too. I have now tried about 5 different fast food places in the past couple years and they were just “Okay”. How disappointing.  

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Crud, broke my hand mixer. Shewww-weeeey it smells like the motor LOL

Darn it…..here I go again buying another one.

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A Tip for you……….. Bleached spots on your towels and wash cloths.

Be careful about your whitening toothpaste, medicated face creams or wrinkle creams etc. They may contain ingredients that will bleach out your towels

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Let me tell you about “Nosey Nancy” next door. She insists on telling my husband how to shovel snow and cut grass.

She even came over a couple weeks ago and asked him if he wanted her to weed whack while he was cutting. My husband takes pride in his yard and people even stop and ask what company is taking care … Continue reading

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Mmm …. Old Fashioned Pudding Cake.

        Now that I showed you the pretty pictures, let me show you how it really went.   Yep, it fell. I honestly couldn’t remember another time when I was making a cake and it fell. But … Continue reading

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I think he will have to have his computers surgically removed.

I’m not kidding. His face is always in at least two screens. I can’t even have a conversation with him until I say ” are you busy? are you busy, ARE YOU BUSY? ” The funny part is that most … Continue reading

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A day filled with so many thoughts. STOP, I see your curser going to the “x” up in the corner.

I was thinking about family members being mean to each other that causes them not to speak. I was thinking about how I should have done my nails today like I had planned. I was thinking about what I was … Continue reading

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Guess Who needs ceramic rocks for the BBQ at 3 PM on Memorial Day? when he was asked a million times for 3 WEEKS if we need anything?

Oh good Lord, watch me run to the phone. I called all local hardware stores and they were closed at 2 PM and noon.   (wipes brow….. )   He found a bag in the extra large storage room. Ok he calls … Continue reading

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In order to let someone into your heart, you need to make room. But that means “letting go”.

that’s sad

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Memorial Day, A Day To Reflect. A Day To Remember Those Who Gave Their Lives for US.

Please stop for a minute or two today and remember those who keep us safe.

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Meet My new Primo Water Cooler. It even came with expired coupons for water. Look

  UPDATE….. THIRD ONE DIED…..need another brand.     Valid…….. 1/1/2013 ….. thru………. 6/30/2014  Yes I will try to contact the company but so far no luck.   Don’t yell at me for the bad pictures, when I am in … Continue reading

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I think I am going to start looking into “Home Advisor” for my growing repair/remodel list.

I have heard both good and bad so I will make up my own mind. I have a list that I have been keeping for about five years now. Unfortunately my husband is too busy with his own list of repairs/remodels … Continue reading

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Taco Night with Guacamole and Salsa with Homemade Chips

  I love these packets when you only have a few minutes to throw dinner together.       Add a little tomato and its almost there.     Ok now cover it up tight and wait for dinner. Time to … Continue reading

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I’m ready to lose weight AGAIN. I think that I’m going to go with my trusty “Weight Watchers”.

I became a Lifetime Member in about 1989 (?). I never continued to go to the meetings and stay on program because I used the excuse that “life got in the way”. It was so easy to follow and I … Continue reading

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I love my new Roomba!!! I have always had at least two Roombas, one for upstairs and one for downstairs.

Got my new one to replace one that broke. I love , love, love it and it was put to work right away . ( Yes that is a Scooba too but that is another AWFUL STORY). But lets not … Continue reading

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Time for my trusty FoodSaver to go to work.

I’ve been using them since they first came out many many years ago. I will always have one. They have saved us so much money when you can find good deals on things for the freezer. OH CRAP, last roll … Continue reading

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I Bought a IRobot Roomba 880 AND A Scooba 450 and the Scooba has been opened and maybe USED.

UPDATE…… I contacted the seller, she sent me return label and it was shipped back to them yesterday. I will update when and if I get refunded.     You can tell the box has been opened, the plastic around … Continue reading

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Received IRobot Scoomba today, charged it, filled it….. and it doesn’t move

It just dumps all the water on the floor and it doesn’t work. I also bought a Roomba and I expect it to be fine since the box looks brand new and UNOPENED.   will update you.

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When did all of the “Kentucky Derby’s Beautiful Hats” turn into a Costume Party? Style has gone out the window even there.

That is so sad. T shirts, tank tops and flip flops at the Derby. Unbelievable how this could happen. The men in suits, the Ladies in dresses and stylish hats is now something in the past. I guess its gone along with … Continue reading

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Why do I give people so many chances?

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Grilled Ham and Cheese for Lunch

So when you serve it on 100% whole wheat, the handful of nacho chips don’t count right? Right? What is that strange look for? I think it makes sense, and I’m sticking to it. I also believe that analogy when … Continue reading

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Cool, I have an Audrey III . Watch it grow day by day. Okay fine, it’s a flowering Rhubarb plant.

  as the days go by it ends up like this     and even more…   I guess its time to pull the remaining rhubarb LOL.

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Have you ever had a day that people are just so rude? Read about the store we were at a few weeks ago.

. .I am the friendliest person you could ever meet. If I am having a bad day, why in the heck should I take it out on you or anyone around me? I never would. I was at a shopping … Continue reading

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Chili and Spaghetti making day. Someday I need to sit down and write it on paper.

I’ve been making these for about 50 years and I don’t have it on paper. Well yes I do but “a pinch of this”, and “about palm size”,  and “coffee cup of this” , and a “juice glass” of that….  … Continue reading

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Have you ever heard of a place called Sonic?

    When traveling, you take a break and eat junk food. Today we had something called    —– >   Sonic   Which one would you rather have?   Why is it that when I finally get to try something new, … Continue reading

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When someone is nice and brings you breakfast, it is not polite to refuse their kindness. But I will make every excuse NOT to eat this.

nice photo can be found on mcdonalds.com   ——- >  McDonald’s   I honestly walked around the kitchen making this dish or that dish in order to avoid eating this. Update to add photo of what really looks like.

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Cinnamon Roll the size of a dinner plate, pass the coffee please !

  Actually this is for “him”. He goes and gets these one a week or a couple times a month. He absolutely loves these.

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Pineapple Stuffing for Ham Dinner 1/2 finished

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Ham, prepped and ready for my Large Hamilton Beach Roaster ( my baby).

    In the picture below you will see “his” large cinnamon roll ( another post). He loves to go buy these a couple times a month and some times every week. You do notice I have it on the … Continue reading

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Tater Salad or Potato Salad for those that are way too serious today. I have been a cooking fool for a couple days for tomorrow.

                     

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Baked Beans for tomorrow in my Kenmore Slow Cooker/Crockpot

     

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Please donate to “The wounded Warrior Project” They sacrificed for us… Please donate for them!

Please !  woundedwarriorproject     .    org

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Recipe to try…………….Chipotle’s Ancho Chile Marinade

I am going to try this soon.   Chipotle’s Ancho Chile Marinade Ingredients: 1 pkg (2 oz.) dried ancho chiles or dried pepper of choice 1 tsp. black pepper 2 tsp. cumin powder 2 TBS. fresh oregano, chopped 6 cloves … Continue reading

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This is what happens when you have someone else pick out your produce…

Yucky, and now I don’t have any. These were just purchased. .

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Tried to hire someone ( nurse ) to care for VET (cash)….

You would not believe the trouble I am having hiring someone to care for a VET. Cash money. Long story about the nurse that called. UPDATE…. He got very sick but is back home.

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