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Friday, October 28, 2011
There's my brains.....
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I need "brains"
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Kids Reference Site
Interesting kids reference site to check out:
"All of your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them." - ºoº Walt Disney ºoº
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
R2D2 candy tin
From the Technabob blog:
Another must have.
R2-D2 Mint Candies: Altoid-Droid
Posted: 24 Oct 2011 07:46 PM PDT
So why is it that every time I think that all possible ideas for new Star Wars merchandise have been 100% exhausted, someone comes out with yet another product which nobody ever thought about. Case in point, these R2-D2 mints.
Now this particular R2 unit seems to have flipped his lid, but that's only so you can get at the minty goodness inside, and not because he has a bad motivator unit. It's hard to tell from the picture, but each mint is also shaped like a little R2-D2 too. It's too bad that there's no matching C-3PO candy tin, because they'd look pretty good standing alongside each other on your desk. Oh well, one droid is better than no droids, I suppose.
On the other hand, they will be offering Stormtrooper,Darth Vader and Death Star mints, which freshen your breath with the full power of the Dark Side of the Force.
The R2-D2 mint candy tin is available for pre-order over at Play.com for £3.49 (~$6 USD)
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins - Dine, Dish, Delish
From EatwellwithJanel blog:
This looks yummy.
EatWellWithJanel
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins - Dine, Dish, Delish
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Chicken, Black Bean w/Salsa Soup
So I could have named this recipe a number of things.
Chicken Taco SoupChicken, Salsa and Double Bean SoupTex-Mex Chicken SoupClear out the Pantry Chicken Soup
And in the end I settled on Chicken, Black Bean with Salsa Soup.
(Which definitely hurts the feelings of the red
beans…they feel totally left out.)
beans…they feel totally left out.)Chicken, Black Bean with Salsa Soup
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts, diced ($2.56)
- 1 Tbsp canola or vegetable oil ($.05)
- 2 Tbsp homemade taco seasoning ($.10)
- 2 cups cooked black beans ($.40)
- 2 cups cooked red beans ($.40)
- 2 cups homemade chicken broth (free)
- (About 2-3 cups water…depending on how thick you like your soup)
- 2 cups frozen corn ($.88)
- 1 cup store bought salsa ($.50) On sale for $1
- Salt
- Couple pinchfuls of cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced for garnish ($1)
Directions
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, saute the diced chicken breast in the oil with the taco seasoning
- Once the chicken has cooked through, add the cooked black beans, the cooked red beans, the broth and water. Stir in the frozen corn, no need to thaw, as well as the salsa. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium low and let simmer for 15-20 minutes. (Time it so that the cooking scents are at the best when your spouse walks in the door from work!) Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and top with a pinchful of shredded cheese and a slice or two of fresh avocado.
- Serve Chicken, Black Bean with Salsa Soup with Cheese and Avocado Slices.
Cost $6.14 (6 adult servings!)
Read more: http://www.5dollardinners.com/2010/10/black-bean-salsa-soup.html#ixzz1bfK06OeS
Pumpkin pie toast
This sounds so delish!
From the $5 dollar dinner mom blog:
I so wish I'd doubled this recipe while I was making it. Tripled, or quadrupled even!
These were so delicious…perfect for the fall season.
It's really simple…you just add some pumpkin and spices to the egg-milk mixture.
Then make French toast as you would.
Le photos…
The eggs, milk, pumpkin and spices.
Whisked.
It will be thick.
Don't fret.
They will cook just fine.
Cook in skillet or on griddle.
Greased.
Well greased.
Grease in between batches too.
The flipped side.
With the leftovers, I cut them into "french toast sticks" and froze them. They freeze beautifully and the kids got to enjoy them for lunch a few days later!
Pumpkin Pie French Toast
Yield – 4 servings
Preparation Time – 5 minutes
Cooking Time – 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 14 slices whole wheat sandwich bread ($1.50)
- 3 eggs ($.30)
- 1/2 cup milk ($.05)
- 3/4 cup canned pumpkin ($.75ish)
- 1 tsp homemade pumpkin pie spice ($.05)
- Butter and syrup for serving ($.50)
- Fresh fruit or smoothie as side ($1)
Directions
- Set out the bread for dipping.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin and pie spice
- Dip each side of the bread and cook on a hot, greased griddle or skillet. Flip after 1 – 2 minutes.
- Once all are cooked, serve with butter and maple. And a side of fresh fruit.
- If freezing, let cool completely to reduce freezer burn.
- Enjoy this perfect fall "breakfast for dinner"!
Cost $4.15
Read more: http://www.5dollardinners.com/2011/10/erins-pumpkin-pie-french-toast-5-dinner-challenge.html#ixzz1behNb600
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Homemade pumpkin spice mix
Going to use this in the near future for French Toast Recipe.
Love this blog:
As promised, my homemade pumpkin pie spice.
You'll notice that it's very similar to the apple pie spice…just adds ginger and a bit more cinnamon.
And just like I said the other day, "why buy a jar of spice that you only need 1-2 teaspoons of when you can mix up your own with what you've got already?!"
Over time, you accumulate all the spices you need to make up your own mixes!
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice
Yield – almost 3 Tablespoons
Preparation Time – 5 minutes
Cooking Time – 0 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp nutmeg
Directions
- Place all ingredients in small, sealable container and mix together. Use as directed in recipes that call for apple pie spice.
- Store in a dry place, up to 6 months.
Read more: http://www.5dollardinners.com/2011/10/erins-homemade-pumpkin-pie-spice.html#ixzz1befg5hzA
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JJ Heller - What Love Really Means (Official Music Video)
This song makes me cry. I wish I loved this unconditionally. Thank you Lord for loving me for me. I need to hug my kids and not be so judgmental, they learn by example...me.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Cake Recipes from Hungry Girl
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Friday, October 14, 2011
LTM 22. The Art of Listening
22. The Art of Listening
Being a good listener is one of the most important skills to master if you
want to build meaningful relationships or advance your career. When you
listen intentionally, you demonstrate your interest in what is being said
and your respect for the individual saying it. Thoughtful listening is a
magnetic force that draws people to you, building trust and rapport along
the way.
Have you ever talked to someone and noticed that he or she wasn’t really
listening to you? How did it make you feel? Unimportant? Disrespected?
Ignored? Remember those feelings and work diligently to ensure that
people never feel the same way when conversing with you.
I always value the lessons I learn from my role models. My dad’s
expertise in this area has been a shining example. He is the best listener I
know. Everyone who meets him forms an instant bond with him, and I’m
convinced the Number 1 reason for this immediate connection is his
heartfelt and sincere interest in others, demonstrated through attentive
listening.
Ten Valuable Tips
1. Make eye contact. The first step in being an intentional listener is
to make eye contact with people while they are talking. Direct eye
contact demonstrates genuine interest in the person and the
conversation.
2. Be present. I must admit that sometimes my wife accuses me of
not being present when she is talking, even though I am looking at
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her. Perhaps I have that ―The lights are on, but no one is home‖
look. When listening, try not to let your mind wander; instead,
focus your attention on the person and what’s being said. Be
aware that people do notice when you are not paying attention.
3. Don’t send signals of your impatience. When you are listening,
don’t give any clues that you are ready to respond. Don’t point
your finger, open your mouth, or fidget. When I see that people
are waiting on ―pins and needles‖ to respond, I have a sense they
are more concerned with how they are going to respond than with
listening to what I have to say.
4. Don’t interrupt. One of the most prevalent problems in our
society is not allowing people to finish a thought without
interrupting them. If you start talking at the same time someone
else is trying to finish his or her thought, stop and say, ―I’m sorry,
please continue.” Then let them finish before responding. Even if
what you have to say is important or it’s an answer to the question
they raised, show them your respect by letting them finish.
5. Use the two-second rule. Even though you may feel the urge to
present your viewpoint, allowing whatever pops into your head to
pop out of your mouth is disrespectful to the speaker. During all
of your conversations, wait two seconds after the person stops
speaking before you respond. Often people are just pausing to
gather their thoughts before continuing the conversation. This is
especially important during phone conversations because you
can’t make eye contact or see facial expressions. If you find
yourself talking at the same time someone else is talking, remind
yourself to use the two-second rule.
6. Show a sincere interest. This is one area where my dad stands
out from most people. When he listens he really cares about what
is being said, even if it’s a subject that doesn’t concern him. This
is his way of demonstrating that what people say is important and
that he values them as individuals.
7. Listen for the message within the message. Another one of my
dad’s skills is to listen for the subtle message hidden in the
conversation. Dad says that most people are looking for
encouragement, answers, or insights to the subjects they discuss.
By listening intently he is able to grasp the topic, allowing him to
engage and connect on a deeper level.
8. Don’t change the subject. When you are engaged in a
conversation, don’t change the subject unless the discussion is
finished. This behavior is obvious in small group settings,
business meetings, and social encounters. If you change the
subject prematurely, you demonstrate a lack of interest in the
discussion and indicate that you think what you have to say is
more important.
9. Respond by asking questions. Asking questions during a
conversation shows a sincere interest in the topic. My dad
believes that most people operate at the feeling level rather than
the thinking level. His favorite question is to ask people how they
feel about the subject they have raised.
10. Don’t start a side conversation. When you are part of a group
discussion, never start a second conversation with someone near
you. Even if the speaker isn’t including you when sharing eye
contact with others in the group, don’t allow the speaker’s lack of
courtesy to prevent you from being a good listener.
LTM Challenge
My guess is that, if you are like me, you believe you know the right thing
to do and you think you’re a decent listener. Can you get better? Will you
commit to showing you care about people by incorporating these ten tips
into your daily routine? Listening is one of those areas where we can
always improve.
Being a good listener requires an intentional effort
and a sincere interest in other people.
It is a skill worth mastering.
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