Tag Archives: Everyday Life

St.Patty’s Day Corned Beef and Cabbage. Served with boiled potatoes and carrots. Along with Colcannon, Soda bread with Irish butter.

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Sandra

  *******   DON”T FORGET THE DIPPING SAUCE !   Made in a Crock Pot very early A.M and then placed in Roaster covered with foil for the oven on 250 until dinner. Mmm…there was also German Chocolate Cake, Ice … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Goulash and Homemade bread served with a cold crisp salad Yum!

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Sandra

* So simple and cheap. I think this is one of the those old time recipes from your childhood that feels like HOME.   Homemade bread and a tossed salad makes this a perfect filling meal.   Mom’s and Granny-Granny’s … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Burger, corn on cob, french fries and onion rings. BBQ Day with family and friends.

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Sandra

    I’m sorry but I wasn’t able to take many photos. I had to continue to make more corn and burgers etc.  Swiss cheese Sharp cheddar American cheese bacon Lettuce Tomato Onion Grilled onions Pepperchini peppers Fries corn on … Continue reading →

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Fish Sandwiches and fries or chips for dinner.

Posted on June 28, 2025 by Sandra

    I am so tired and in a lot of pain. I worked so hard today. I try to plan my meals for the week. Alright, I said TRY. Today should have been a dish I have served for … Continue reading →

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Sweet and Sour Chicken

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Sandra

. Served with… White or Brown Rice or even mashed potatoes. There is even a family member that likes it in a bowl with no starch at all. That’s fine with me.   Make it your own for YOUR family. … Continue reading →

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Breakfast for dinner. Cheese Omelettes or your choice of eggs

Posted on May 26, 2019 by Sandra

This is scrambled eggs with my mushroom mix ( mushrooms, zucchini, onions sauteed and placed in freezer for times like this) But I think that this mix is without the zuck. Served with strawberries, and an Asiago bagel.     … Continue reading →

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Pretty Morning photo

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Sandra
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Lower Carb Flat Iron Steaks, baked sweet potato and green beans with bacon. Split between THREE people.

Posted on January 26, 2016 by Sandra

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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McDonalds Filet of Fish and Fries… Yum

Posted on January 23, 2016 by Sandra

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

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Sandra

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

Posted on January 17, 2016 by Sandra

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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Making Olga Bread

Posted on January 9, 2016 by Sandra

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

Posted on December 28, 2015 by Sandra

         

Posted in Bread / Rolls, Dinner Ideas, Everyday Life Ramblings, Freezer Food, Frugal recipes, Ham, Holiday, Life, Lunch, Lunch Ideas, One Pot/ Slow Cooker/ Crockpot/ Roaster, Pork, product review, Rambling, Soup, Stews and Soups, What's for Dinner? | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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

Posted on December 27, 2015 by Sandra

  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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My FoodSaver Day (but it is dying)

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Sandra

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

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Sandra

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

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Sandra

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

Posted on October 20, 2015 by Sandra

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

Posted on October 16, 2015 by Sandra

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

Posted on October 4, 2015 by Sandra

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 !

Posted on October 3, 2015 by Sandra

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

Posted on October 3, 2015 by Sandra

  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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Pizza Hut tonight and disappointed.

Posted on July 19, 2015 by Sandra

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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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?

Posted on July 19, 2015 by Sandra

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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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.

Posted on July 16, 2015 by Sandra

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

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Sandra

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.

Posted on May 28, 2015 by Sandra

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?

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Sandra

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

Posted on May 24, 2015 by Sandra

  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.

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Sandra

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

Posted on May 10, 2015 by Sandra

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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I Still Love my FoodSaver ( please last a little longer)……… Many Cuts of meat inside

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Sandra

More “food sucker-up-ing”. My FoodSaver is dying but it has lasted so long after giving me signs that it is “going”.   (NO I do NOT get paid)   I started with the other whole pork loin and moved onto … Continue reading →

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I love my FoodSaver….

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Sandra

“He” loves the big meat sales, so he stocked up for the winter ( and the next two also). I started out easy with a whole pork loin and saved the roast for tonight’s dinner.   “He” came home with… … Continue reading →

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Not much out of the garden today…

Posted on September 7, 2014 by Sandra

but enough for a yummy salad or pasta.

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I sent “him” to the store for one gallon of milk, and one loaf of bread.

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Sandra

This is what he came home with……along with TWO Digiorno pizzas for dinner ( them not me). He opened the “puffy ones” right away for his lunch sandwich. I won’t eat any of this, ok maybe a hand full of … Continue reading →

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“So what, I don’t care …… it doesn’t involve me”

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Sandra

I am so sick of that kind of attitude. That is why things get so out of control.

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Taco Bell’s Enchirito. Ok, it’s as close as I could get.

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Sandra

Here you go… grab a fork. This is on the monthly menu, if not there would be sad faces. No black olives, I’m the only one that will eat them. I will copy the recipe after I have add my … Continue reading →

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I try to find something positive in everything……

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Sandra

But What happens when there is someone who “sucks the life and fun out of everything?” Right now I want to throw my hands up in the air and say ” I give up, you won, you suck the life … Continue reading →

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Super Moon

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Sandra

It was so pretty but I didn’t get the photos until this morning LOL.   It is so pretty isn’t it?  So calming.

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Product review…. two of my new favorites. NO, I don’t get paid to review.

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Sandra

           

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I tried a new nail polish and love it and will never buy anything else.

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Sandra

( NO… I have not been paid or even contacted by this company, it is just my own personal opinion)   Sally Hansen “Insta Dry” and Sally Hansen “Double Duty”. I can’t sit long enough for the nail polish to … Continue reading →

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Ramblings of a Bumble. Who’s ready to shed pounds with me?

Posted on July 19, 2014 by Sandra

I am just so sick and tired of being sick and tired. I need to shed some pounds so I have been putting together a couple lists to plan it all out. I will have the complete week of foods … Continue reading →

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He was charged $ 8.50 for this. Two Tiny Tenders ( the biscuit is bigger)

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Sandra

  There are times when “he” asks someone to get him a fast meal while he is in his office working. there are many days that he is in there 12 hours without stopping at all. This is his meal … Continue reading →

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Still looking for a good Water Cooler and Water Delivery Company

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Sandra

Do you get water delivered to your home or office? What kind of water or cooler do you drink from? I need your opinions. I need to get two coolers and I don’t want to sign a contract with a company … Continue reading →

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Crap……… the fridge in garage broke.

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Sandra

I love having a spare fridge especially at the holidays. It is so easy to put the left overs in there without having to stack and smash.  Don’ t laugh, you’ve done it too.   I have a side by … Continue reading →

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My new LG Stove, Dishwasher and Microwave…..Yippeeeeeeee! Now I need a fridge.

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Sandra

( I have NOT been paid or even contacted by this company to review their product. THIS IS MY OPINION ONLY ) LG Aren’t they pretty? Now I need to find a fridge to replace the LG I have now. … Continue reading →

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Large Box of thin pork chops. Time to put my FoodSaver to work today.

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Sandra

  These were supposed to be nice pork chops… they turned out to be super thin and tiny. Oh well good to throw on the grill for large parties along with the other meats. I love my FoodSaver. I bought … Continue reading →

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I lost my whole garden *sob*

Posted on August 12, 2012 by Sandra

UPDATE…. Too much water was the culprit. Still trying to save the garden, nothing to harvest that can be saved. Still trying and will until the season is over. I can’t believe I lost the whole garden. Next year will … Continue reading →

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We know how important sunblock is, so why did I go out without it?

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Sandra

I’ll tell you why……   because I was stupid. I was out washing rocks for 7 1/2 hours and I am severely burned. I deserve the pain, it was a dumb mistake. I was wearing a baseball cap and thought … Continue reading →

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Mmmm BBQ Country Ribs, Funny Rice and Corn.

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Sandra

  Ooey- Gooey BBQ sauce, extra buttered corn, funny rice and a tossed salad with homemade dressing. Talk about Carb overload (smile). Actually, I  was so hungry that I didn’t care about calories or anything. I have been working outside … Continue reading →

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Super Moon Tonight, I can’t wait !

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Sandra

I will update with photos if it doesn’t storm. LOL I am looking forward to it. Can you imagine…. 14% bigger? How cool is that ? UPDATE… I took photos from 9 PM all the way past midnight. I guess … Continue reading →

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Do you know what kind of flower these are?

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Sandra

I really like these tiny flowers and would love to get more. The only problem with them is that the bunnies love them too. Here is before the bunnies found them…… .   and now after. I have one single … Continue reading →

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A Cold Day and a Pot Roast. Can you smell it ?

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Sandra

I made a pot roast because the weather was yucky and I was busy. There is something so wonderful about throwing something in a pot and letting it cook. I’m glad I cut the meat this thick, it was perfect … Continue reading →

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Sunset today

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Sandra

Isn’t this pretty? I was relaxing having coffee while they ate dinner. It was so pretty and calm. It is so nice to be able to walk around with my coffee cup and listen to “silence”.  

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Does this mean that winter if over?

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Sandra

.   I’m not sure but i think that these little cuties are Robins looking for a place to make a nest. How do I know? 10 nests last year LOL. As the babies took their first flight, I was … Continue reading →

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Pancakes for breakfast

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Sandra

We have company so I thought I would make pancakes and bacon for breakfast. I used Bisquick this morning and the turned out great. I normally make them from scratch but I was making them in batches so this was easier. … Continue reading →

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Isn’t this bird beautiful ?

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Sandra

My husband said that this is a Red Tailed Hawk. Isn’t it so pretty? ( Sorry about the watermark but I”m sure you read my post about it… people stealing) I think it looks like an Eagle. But whatever it … Continue reading →

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Sausage and Sauerkraut served with mashed taters. Hey, it’s a New Years Day meal for luck, and “his” families tradition.

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Sandra

  I have a couple crock-pots and I love them. This one is HUGE. It is a Kenmore and I have to say it is wonderful ! I am able to make a recipe on the stove top and transfer … Continue reading →

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My Diet Plan

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Sandra

I lost a large amount of weight many years ago and kept it off. I quit smoking years ago and also went threw menopause…. Holy Crap….. I blew up like a balloon. I could breathe better when I was smoking … Continue reading →

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Christmas Ham Dinner

Posted on December 25, 2011 by Sandra

Don’t you love holiday meals? The loud tv, the loud talking, the smells of dinner cooking. The arguments togetherness of family and friends. ( smile ). I made potato salad (yesterday) , Cole slaw, baked beans , dinner rolls, mashed potatoes … Continue reading →

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Mom’s Recipe Boxes and Books

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Sandra

( I had a HUGE post and now its gone. all the auto saves are empty too. That’s it…. I’m not happy. Oh well, I try again but it won’t be the same.)   Here is a couple pictures of my … Continue reading →

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I have a kitchen Aid mixer but I needed something for the all fast, really quick mixing.

Posted on November 13, 2011 by Sandra

  I couldn’t pass this up. I always need to either mix two different things for the same meal or recipes. Or it is so quick that this works wonders. It is great for the jobs that are bigger than … Continue reading →

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Freezing meat for the freezer.

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Sandra

I have decided that I needed to get organized for the winter. The freezers are a total mess. My husband came home with four “family pack”s of pork chops because he couldn’t walk away with out them. I take used … Continue reading →

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Good Morning Everyone !

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Sandra

When I was growing up we never saw sunrises or sunsets. The sky was either blue, grey, or black.  I am enjoying every single day with this beauty. I hope I’m not boring you, it just takes my breath away … Continue reading →

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Mmmm…..Sketti with Garlic Bread and Salad

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Sandra

Yes, I washed my hands since meeting the “puppy”.   Garlic Bread on the side along with a salad…. Yummy !   Ok… Pass the Cheese Please !!!   Let us start with about 2 pounds of ground beef that … Continue reading →

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Rambling like Always, and Last Night’s Dinner of Steak Thingies”.

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Sandra

Where should I start? How about right here with some pretty photos of the sunrise?  I agree…. here they come.   I feel so privileged to be able to see the sunrises and sunsets. What a way to start the day. … Continue reading →

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*Whispering*…. Good Morning , Time to Start the Day!

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Sandra

  Wake up all you sleepyheads !!  Time to start the day !! Look how pretty the sun rise it. As I sit outside at 6:30 A.M, it is so calm but the cars are on their way to work. … Continue reading →

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Why do I always change a recipe?

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Sandra

I made a cucumber salad that was terrific. The problem is…. I changed it without trying the original way. Why do I always do that? Do you do that?  There has to be someone out there just like me. Back … Continue reading →

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Morning Sky…

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Sandra

Just wanted to start your day off with pretty pictures…… Good Morning Everyone !   Here are a few more   Isn’t it pretty?  I wish you could see the real thing. It is 3D, and it looks like its … Continue reading →

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AeroGarden Update and Morning Pictures To Start Your Day.

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Sandra

Good Morning Everyone! I hope you don’t mind me starting your day with a pretty picture. Some of these look like a “night time” picture, but it’s not.   All the pictures were taken this morning.   Peek a boo…. here … Continue reading →

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A Picture is Proof…….

Posted on July 9, 2011 by Sandra

Proof as to why my “natural” planter is getting smaller by the day. It is also so nice and ” fluffy and bushy”. What do you think she is up to?  Look close …… UPDATE…. No one can see her. She is … Continue reading →

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Oh So Good Oatmeal cookies

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Sandra

Who is ready for a snack?   Let me get you something to drink with your cookies. Would you like milk, coffee or tea? I’ll just bring it all, how’s that?     OK… who couldn’t wait?   Tea is … Continue reading →

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Shish ka bob W/ Homemade Teriyaki Sauce and Brown Rice

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Sandra

What do you do when you look for Teriyaki sauce in the fridge and it’s gone? I’ll answer that…. you make some. Recipe is posted below. Tonight is Shishkabob so I will have photos for you later, it is marinading. I … Continue reading →

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His Second Day Making Dinner.

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Sandra

 Hot Dogs served with those salads. I didn’t get a picture because it was so fast. I was re heating some homemade baked beans from the freezer and he walked in the kitchen holding the platter of cooked hot dogs. … Continue reading →

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Tuna Noodle Salad

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Sandra

 I will come back and post this recipe along with measurements later. You will find this salad, and two others in another post about “his brainy idea’.  You can find it here . Tuna Noodle Salad  Please try to let … Continue reading →

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Potato Salad

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Sandra

This and two other salads came from this post about “his brainy idea”. You will find it here. Potato Salad . *laugh* These were HUGE potatoes. I only used four and they barely fit in the dutch oven pan. . … Continue reading →

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Taco Salad

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Sandra

I promise to post Measurements later today. Mom taught me like this…… “put a handful into the pot, sprinkle some salt in..” etc etc.” This salad ( and two others) came from a post about “His brainy idea” You can find … Continue reading →

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Well… It was His Idea and I’m Holding Him To It. With Potato Salad, Tuna Noodle salad, Taco Salad on the Side.

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Sandra

  The weather is going to be very warm for five days. He stated that he has a “great idea” (this can’t be good). This is how the conversation went. Him….. I have a great idea. Me……. (gasp) what is your … Continue reading →

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I Must Have a Trick Mirror

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Sandra

I must have a trick mirror.   Good Morning Have you every walked by your bathroom mirror and got scared to death because you thought someone else was in the room with you? It happened to me this morning. There … Continue reading →

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Roasting Red Peppers

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Sandra

I forgot to take the photo when I first placed them on the rack to cook. Here is the photos that follow that step. You can either place them right on your rack with a pan on the next shelf … Continue reading →

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This is their Favorite Fish.

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Sandra

*smacks head….. save work, save work, save work. *  Here I go again and it took forever. Ok now forever but…. ( sniff, sniff) This meal isn’t as boring as it looks, actually it has very good flavor . Served with … Continue reading →

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Cake Doughnuts

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Sandra

These were so easy to throw together. Very Sticky Dough….. Rolling out would be some adjusting of the recipe….. I’m TOO LAZY !  Oops, I mean I like the doughnut holes better. *wink* Make a pot of coffee before you … Continue reading →

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Asian Style Orange Chicken, Roasted Under a Brick

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Sandra

Yes,  you read that right, and I did it. You walk into a lawn and garden shop and buy a brick. If you do the same…. don’t try to explain, they still don’t understand. We all had some laughs though. … Continue reading →

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Cinnamon French Toast

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Sandra

What a beautiful morning. I had a loaf of bread that was going to get stale so I decided to make Cinnamon French Toast for the freezer. No, not FOR the freezer, oh forget it, you know what I mean. ( … Continue reading →

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What a Beautiful Morning !

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Sandra

I thought I would start your day with a pretty picture. I hope it starts your day with a smile.

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My new gadget pan for Pineapple Upside Down Cake.

Posted on December 26, 2010 by Sandra
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Blueberry Crumble Muffins

Posted on January 19, 2010 by Sandra

               

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The LG dishwasher photo

Posted on November 19, 2009 by Sandra

            Ok so I didn’t get rid of the finger prints from the installer….      

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Bread Right Out of the Oven

Posted on April 5, 2009 by Sandra

Hurry, go grab the butter and I’ll meet you right back here. * smile * more… more… more…. . If it ends up being a “funny shape”, will it still taste good?…. Let me answer that.. YEP! *slurp* it may … Continue reading →

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Rye Burger Buns

Posted on April 2, 2009 by Sandra

I love Rye Buns and have tried so many recipes for these over the years. I wish I could find the “perfect ” one. I want one that is fluffy and dark. Do you have one to share with me? Rye Buns Recipe  April … Continue reading →

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Homemade pizza night

Posted on March 25, 2009 by Sandra

I make all the dough balls and everyone makes their own pizza. Choice of topping green pepper onions ( red and white ) zucchini mushrooms banana peppers tomatoes artichoke hearts spinach pineapple ground beef pepperoni sausage ham bacon mozzarella cheese … Continue reading →

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I like when I make up a recipe and turns out “edible”. Apple Stuffed Pork Roast with Apple topping. Served with Mashed potatoes and green beans. Yummy

Posted on March 10, 2009 by Sandra

      here are the photos Start with a boneless pork loin or a pork chop Now flatten it out with a hammer or a soup can or your husband sledge hammer. Let’s not use last one. Now pound … Continue reading →

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Homemade Sugar Free Bread and Butter Pickles.

Posted on October 30, 2006 by Sandra

Yummy !!  Now everyone can have sweet pickles. Very easy too ! A grilled cheese sandwich, with pickles, and chips… now I’m getting hungry.    

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I want to fill the yard with “HIs” favorite plant……

Posted on July 16, 2003 by Sandra

This is “His” favorite   I have been babying this thing for him since we moved in here.  It better grow *wink*.  It was just a twig and the leaves were being eaten by a very ugly bug. Keep your … Continue reading →

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