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May 2008 - Posts

Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Friday, May 30, 2008 7:01 AM by Capricorn 1
The courage of life is often a less dramatic spectacle than the courage of a final moment, but it is no less than a magnificent mixture of triumph and tragedy. People do what they must - in spite of personal consequences, in spite of obstacles Read More
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Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Thursday, May 29, 2008 6:59 AM by Capricorn 1
If there were ever a time to dare, to make a difference, to embark on something worth doing, it is now. Not for any grand cause, necessarily, but for something that tugs at your heart, something that's your aspiration, something that's your dream. Read More
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Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Wednesday, May 28, 2008 7:55 AM by Capricorn 1
I have not ceased being fearful, but I have ceased to let fear control me. I have accepted fear as a part of life - specifically the fear of change, the fear of the unknown; and I have gone ahead despite the pounding in my heart that says: Read More
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Beef Stroganoff

posted Tuesday, May 27, 2008 7:40 PM by Capricorn 1
I scaled this down to serve 2......I know I've been asked to do this for some time, but with a house full; it didn't fit.  Now that I'm cooking to way less, I'm sharing these single serve recipes for single serve residents.  One for now...one Read More
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Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Tuesday, May 27, 2008 7:53 AM by Capricorn 1
People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.~ Elizabeth Kubler-Ross ~ Read More
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The Sound of Silence..........

posted Tuesday, May 27, 2008 12:01 AM by Capricorn 1
All their bags are packed, they're ready to go, the hustle and bustle of getting grown young adults ready to venture out on their own is Exhausting   .......... Noisy........Busy.........Disorganized      And Read More
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Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Monday, May 26, 2008 9:51 PM by Capricorn 1
Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong. There are always difficulties arising which tempt you to believe that your critics are right. To map out a course of action and follow it to an end requires Read More
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Memorial Day!!! the unofficial start of Summer!

posted Friday, May 23, 2008 5:54 PM by Capricorn 1
Ahhhhhhhhhhh..............Memorial Day weekend... a Holiday weekend for Cookouts, Parades, a 3-day weekend from work.  Time to break out the swimwear....open the pool... try on last year's summer clothes....wash up the patio furniture.....dust off Read More
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Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Friday, May 23, 2008 8:23 AM by Capricorn 1
"Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours."~ Mark 11:24 ~ Read More
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Bourbon BBQ sauce

posted Thursday, May 22, 2008 10:06 AM by Capricorn 1
If you prefer to make your own BBQ sauce....here it is!  Enjoy!  Cheryl Bourbon Barbeque Sauce: 1/2 cup steak sauce 1/2 cup bourbon or good dark beer 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon regular or grainy Read More
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BBQ ribs

posted Thursday, May 22, 2008 9:59 AM by Capricorn 1
C'mon!!!  You can't start your Holiday without my recipe for flawless, delicious, tender and juicy baby back ribs!!!  You can follow this recipe for great BBQ chicken too!!!!!! Enjoy!  Cheryl 2 racks baby back ribs (about 2 -4 pounds) Read More
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Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Thursday, May 22, 2008 8:20 AM by Capricorn 1
"Seek always for the answers within. Be not influenced by those around you - by their thoughts or their words."~ Eileen Caddy ~ Read More
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Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Wednesday, May 21, 2008 8:19 AM by Capricorn 1
"What you love, you empower And what you fear, you empower And what you empower, you attract."~ Author Unknown ~   Read More
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Italian Chicken and Rice

posted Tuesday, May 20, 2008 2:07 PM by Capricorn 1
For my friends who are on a gluten free diet.......Enjoy!   Cheryl 12 oz. Chicken breast, cut into chunks.½ cup chopped onion1 cup chicken broth, add more as desired1 can diced tomatoes1 ½ cups instant rice1 can French cut green beans1/8 Read More
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Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Tuesday, May 20, 2008 8:16 AM by Capricorn 1
"Truth is that which does not contaminate you, but empowers you. Therefore, there are degrees of truth, but, generically,  truth is that which can do no harm. It cannot harm."~ Gary Zukav from "Seat Of The Soul" ~ Read More
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One less

posted Monday, May 19, 2008 8:41 AM by Capricorn 1
This weekend, Ashley moved out of the house and in with her friend in her apartment.  After the last load was packed and ready to move, this little girl (yes, she's 19, but emotionally  to me she's a little girl) came to my room and sat with Read More
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Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Monday, May 19, 2008 8:15 AM by Capricorn 1
"Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved."~ Helen Keller ~ Read More
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Wee Words of Wisdom

posted Sunday, May 18, 2008 5:11 PM by Capricorn 1
"Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence. True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to the appellation."George Read More
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Rocky Road/Brownie Pudding Pie

posted Sunday, May 18, 2008 3:00 PM by Capricorn 1
To my dear friend Trinity Connection...........here's the dessert!  Enjoy!!! Cheryl 2 cups shortbread cookie crumbs2 tablespoons sugar Pinch salt, plus 1/4 teaspoon 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus 1 tablespoon cut into pieces Read More
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Mushroom Turkey Burger

posted Saturday, May 17, 2008 9:57 PM by Capricorn 1
2 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed, torn into pieces 8 ounces white mushrooms, wiped clean 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound lean ground turkey breast 1 large egg, Read More
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Crabmeat Burgers

posted Saturday, May 17, 2008 9:35 PM by Capricorn 1
These are quick and easy....I wouldn't recommend grilling them as the burger can fall apart easily. Enjoy!!!  Cheryl 1 pound crabmeat (I prefer lump crabmeat, but you can use processed crabmeat)1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs Read More
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Waldorf Salad

posted Saturday, May 17, 2008 9:29 PM by Capricorn 1
I LOVE THIS SALAD All year 'round..but it tastes so much better, for some reason during the Memorial Day Holiday.  Enjoy!!!  Cheryl 2 green apples (NOT Granny Smith even though they are my favorite) 1 Red Delicious apple 3 tablespoons Read More
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Helpful household hints

posted Wednesday, May 14, 2008 6:34 PM by Capricorn 1
I need your help!!!!! I have rust stains on brand new colored (not chlorine safe) towels (how they got there is a WHOLE other story for another day).  I need some household hints to get the rust out of the towels. Can you use the same Read More
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The saga continues

posted Tuesday, May 13, 2008 9:44 PM by Capricorn 1
After my older children decided it was time to move on and get their own places, they decided it was time they should go through my cabinets, cupboards et al, and divvy up my belongings.  Brandon and Amber are taking the living room furntiture, Read More
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My Empty Nest

posted Tuesday, May 13, 2008 9:43 PM by Capricorn 1
This has been a week...and it's only Tuesday! The older ones announced to me this morning that they are all moving out to their own places.  The twins have decided to move in with their boyfriends and my grandsons to begin their own lives.  Read More
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Omega 13

posted Monday, May 12, 2008 7:43 PM by Capricorn 1
I love the movies.  I pick up favorite sayings from the movies I watch. For example, in Rush Hour, "Do you understand the words that are coming out of my mouth?" Star Trek, "Beam me up, Scotty." Galaxy Quest, I use the Omega 13.  A force so Read More
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An Invitation........

posted Friday, May 09, 2008 3:11 PM by Capricorn 1
You are cordially invited to share in A Mother’s Day Dinner   The Menu for this Very Special Occasion will be:   Appetizers Stuffed mushrooms Sesame chicken with hot mustard sauce Crudités Assorted fruit salad   Entrée Beef Read More
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To All Mothers everywhere!

posted Friday, May 09, 2008 8:26 AM by Capricorn 1
We will always need our Moms.  No matter how old we are, or where we are in life; Mom will always be needed. She is the one who loves us, no matter who we are, how bad we've been, or what we've done.  She is our one-person cheering section Read More
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To Mom, with Lots of Love!

posted Friday, May 09, 2008 8:25 AM by Capricorn 1
Happy Mother's Day, Mom! This isn't our first Mother's Day apart, but it doesn't stop me from wishing you the Best of Everything on your Special day! So, as I do every year, I wanted to Thank you for all you do and for everything you did to make me the Read More
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Roast Beef and gravy

posted Wednesday, May 07, 2008 8:54 AM by Capricorn 1
You can vary beef roasts according to your tastes and preferences.  Whatever is affordable to your budget, by all means go ahead and use. And ALWAYS cook your meat fat side up to keep it moist and tender!  Enjoy!!!  Cheryl 1 (3 to 3 1/2-pound) Read More
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Basic Quiche

posted Wednesday, May 07, 2008 8:28 AM by Capricorn 1
This weekend is Mother's Day and here's a simple, quick quiche recipe to make Mom for either breakfast or brunch.  What a great way to say "I love you" then a home-cooked meal. Enjoy!   Cheryl   cooked bulk sausage, crumpled bacon, Read More
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Mashed Potatoes with chives & garlic

posted Monday, May 05, 2008 5:12 PM by Capricorn 1
  Enjoy!!!  Cheryl  If you don't prefer yukon, you can use all-purpose potatoes, and if garlic isn't your thing, just delete from your recipe. And if heavy cream makes your stomach churn, use buttermilk.  6 to 8 Read More
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Chocolate Brownie Cake

posted Monday, May 05, 2008 5:11 PM by Capricorn 1
Emeril knows how to make a chocolate cake.  From his "The Essence of Emeril cookbook"...for those choco-holics!   Enjoy!!! Cheryl   1/2 pound butter, softened at room temperature 2 cups sugar 2 eggs 2 cups all-purpose Read More
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Buttermilk pancakes

posted Monday, May 05, 2008 5:10 PM by Capricorn 1
 I bought buttermilk this weekend so I went wild with making pancakes, cakes, biscuits, potatoes, and all.  Enjoy!   Cheryl 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking  powder 2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups buttermilk, Read More
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Buttermilk biscuits

posted Monday, May 05, 2008 5:05 PM by Capricorn 1
I made these yesterday for supper........YUM!!!!   And they're just as good in the morning with butter and jam!!!   Enjoy!   Cheryl  If you can't eat wheat flour, you certainly can substitute rice or potato flour.  Read More
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Just a Mom???

posted Monday, May 05, 2008 5:04 PM by Capricorn 1
To All Moms, everywhere!  Enjoy your day!   Cheryl   JUST A MOM?    A woman, renewing her driver's license at the County Clerk's office, was asked by the woman recorder to state Read More
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National Nurses Week!

posted Monday, May 05, 2008 5:04 PM by Capricorn 1
This week marks National Nurses Week; honoring the dedicated men and women who care for us during our most vunerable. So to my fellow RN's; LPN/LVN's..........Thank you for your caring, compassion, and warmth.  For your selfless acts of kindness.  Read More
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