This recipe is the sauce that accompanies the Mexican Meatloaf I wrote about the first of the month. This sauce is so versatile though that it can be used with pork, chicken or vegetables in a variety of preparations. I…
One Cup Will Do. . . More Harm to the Environment?
Back in May, DH and I purchased a Keurig Single Cup Home Coffee Brewing System. The concept is fabulous and convenient. It is nice to have so much variety in flavors and intensities of coffee from which to choose. The…
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Gather some linky love by joining our weekly blog hop. It ends tonight at 11:59 PM EST so get your links with thumbnails in now and visit the other blogs on the linky. Visit our Blog Hop page for the…
Keurig Special Edition Ultimate Home Brewing System Review
Back in May while at Sam’s Club, DH and I spotted a sample kiosk for a Keurig coffee brewing system. I was in serious need of some mid-afternoon caffeine so I was thrilled to try a cup. They were sampling…
Fire Department Allows a Man's House to Burn Down over $75
‘No pay, no spray’ case: Firefighters ‘threatened’ A rural Tennessee fire chief says Obion County firefighters are being unduly demonized for letting a man’s home burn because he hadn’t paid a $75 municipal fee. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/39535911/from/toolbar Over the weekend we saw…
My Experience Selling Clothes or Shoes on Ebay
I have been trying to sell some clothing that either has never fit or no longer fits me on Ebay with little success. I’m not sure what I’m doing wrong. There are so many options out there that I feel…
Albondigon En Salsa Chipotle – Mexican Meatloaf
Here is the recipe for the meatloaf and the sauce. Some of the measurements aren’t precise, but I usually work it out til it tastes good :P. Albondigon en Salsa de Chipotle Mexican Meatloaf in Chipotle Sauce 1 lb. ground…
Open Giveaways at Born2Impress 9/30 – 10/22
Jen at Born2Impress is running a series of giveaways great for mommys and the households they run. Some are ending soon so make sure to go check out the great variety of items she has reviewed and is now having…
Thoughts on Goats
As a stay-at-home mom without a secular job I’m always trying to find ways to contribute to the household that will enrich instead of burden our existence as a family. My DH has often hinted that he would someday like…
Is The Pendulum About To Swing Back?
Before the Industrial Revolution the majority of families lived on farms and produced their own foods. They had their own cows, goats, sheep, pigs and chicken. They grew their own vegetable gardens. They had orchards. There was no such thing…
FREAKING OUT Over A Fly
OMG my 21 month old is literally freaking out over a fly in the house. Every time the thing even gets near her she loses it and starts crying and screaming, “BUG, BUG!” I think she thinks that it’s going…
Making the Most of Your Herb Garden
Eating fresh herbs from your garden is wonderful when they are in season. The bounty can be almost too much for a single family to eat at any one time. It is such a shame to see the plant with…
Weight Loss Scams
Have you ever been tempted or fallen prey to one of the many weight loss scams on the internet? I have. When you are overweight, your clothes don’t fit, and you can’t move around like before it can lead to…
Losing Eyelashes? What to do…
I noticed recently that my eyelashes have not been as full or long as usual. Being a stay at home mom I only where makeup a couple of times a week so the span between applications can be several days. …
Hot Fun in the Summertime
It is sweltering hot outside. Through the windows it looks nice, but it feels like walking into a sauna when u open the door. I had to check on the garden and the girls have been outside to play in…
Always Read the Fine Print
This morning I was faced with an ad for making money at home. As a mother of 2 with no income personally this intrigued me. What mother wouldn’t love to stay home and take care of her kids and still…
She Called 9-1-1
Well either my child is a genius or her little fingers were just in the right place at the wrong time. My brother in law’s family was over for a visit and their oldest daughter tagged along while her husband…
Avatar Movie Review: Have You Been Na'Ti
Yesterday afternoon my husband and I went to see Avatar in 3D. Personally, I am rather hesitant to spend the extra 3 or 4 dollars for the 3D version, but DH was insistent that he wanted to see it in…
Wii Fit Yoga Poses Are Awesome
I just posted an article for Top Choice Fitness Articles that was inspired by my experience with the Wii Fit. Never before had I tried Yoga postures so they were foreign and rather scary to me. The ones that Nintendo…
Brighten Up Broccoli
Broccoli – the infamous relative of cabbage – hated by children and adults alike. The vegetable famous for looking like a little tree doesn’t have to be yucky or boring to eat. Yes, it is easy to boil, steam or…
Cold Weather In, Fresh Veggies Out???
Does winter mean we have to forgo the pleasure of eating fresh vegetables? If you live in the Midwest US like I do getting those fresh veggies from your garden ended a couple of months ago (unless you have shelter…
