The Chatter

 
So we ended up cancelling our end of summer vacation to the beach due to unexpected difficulties on the beach end!  My son was really bummed because he was really looking forward to the sun, sand and boogey boarding the ocean waves. Even more than that he was looking forward to visiting a family friend […]

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I went on the most wonderful adventure this weekend.  Not only was it my first “on my own trip” since I have been sick, it was my day to meet some special friends.  These special people are my online friends at Sunshine Rewards.
 
First, my day started with meeting and visiting one of my special friends. […]

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I am a caterer by trade and I love/hate to bake. It truly is a love/hate relationship because I get such a high from making really awesome desserts and cakes but sometimes I get so bogged down in the details I have to force myself to finish certain projects!
I am self taught and love to […]

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Today is going to be a 3 Hs day……..Hot, Humid and Hazy. 
 I really don’t enjoy thinking about what we are going eat on these days. Cooking seems out of the question but we have to eat. 
Here is something I make for the occasion  that is light and easy for this type of day.
First, I start by checking out […]

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I noticed in the forum of one of my favorite places to visit…  Sunshine Rewards… was someone asking how to freeze blueberries. 
It reminded me of what is going on right now in New Hampshire. It’s strawberry and blueberry season!
 
I live around many farms.  Unfortunately because of my illness I am unable to go and pick […]

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Quick, easy, healthy and inexpensive, especially if you have your own garden!  My kids love this, I love the fact that it is so healthy and preservative free!  It is much better than the store bought version!
Tomatoes
Peppers (any color)
Red Onion
Cucumber
Garlic
Lime (for juice)
Cilantro
Salt
Dice all ingredients and combine.  Squeeze the fresh lime and add cilantro and salt […]

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Impress your guests at your next party, it makes for a pretty presentation.  Serve it in a glass or clear plastic pitcher.  It may sound strange, but it is actually delicious!
1/2 Gallon Lemon-Aid, it can be store bought, frozen or homemade.
2 Pints Fresh Strawberries
12 Fresh Basil Leaves
Prepare the Lemon-Aid in the serving pitcher.  Slice the […]

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My kids are beyond the first birthday, however, I would like to share the idea of a Smash Cake with all of you.  Some people have heard of this, others have not.  In my house, between our family and friends half have, half not.  However, all love it, when it is all said and done!
For […]

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Growing up my parents were kind of strict about eating healthy.  We would always have a balanced meal.  On hot summer days we sometimes got a break.  Our dinner would be a Big Red float and boy did it taste good.
I never knew that Big Red was a regional thing.  We could buy it in […]

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Ice Box cake is a favorite in my house and at all of my parties.  It is so simple and yet people rave over it.  So, if you need a quick and easy dessert idea, this is worth a try.  Chances are you probally have all the ingredients. 
Ingredients:
Chocolate and Vanilla Instant Pudding
Gallon of Milk
Box of Original […]

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