Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Careful, the Kids Are Watching, an article from Debt-Proof Living
Monday, November 29, 2010
A New Year's Challenge--Read through the Bible in 90 days!
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Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Small 2011 Printable Calendars
Good deal on movies from Amazon.com (Stocking stuffer alert!)
Check out Amazon.com as they are offering The Blind Side DVD for ONLY $3.99.
This item will ship for free with Amazon Prime.
You will also be eligible to recieve a $4 credit for eligible movies and TV shows on Amazon Video On Demand after you order The Blind Side one credit per customer.
There are several other options there for less than $10.
I don't know how long this will last . . .
180s Adjustable Ear Warmers 2-Pack
180s Adjustable Ear Warmers 2-Pack for $10 SHIPPED.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Chocolate Crumb Bars
2 sticks margarine, softened
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
2 cups (12 oz. pkg) semi-sweet chocolate morsels
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Preheat oven to 350. Grease 9x13 baking pan.
Beat margarine until creamy. Beat in flour, sugar and salt until crumbly. With floured fingers, press 2 cups crumb mixture onto bottom of prepared pan; reserve remaining mixture. Bake 10-12 min. or until edges are golden brown.
Combine 1 cup morsels and sweetened condensed milk in heavy-duty saucepan. Warm over low heat, stirring until smooth. Stir in vanilla. Spread over hot crust.
Stir in nuts and remaining morsels into reserved crumb mixture; sprinkle over chocolate filling.
Bake 25-30 minutes or until center is set. Cool in pan on wire rack.
Vista Print Return Address Labels $3.10 shipped!
$3 in free mp3's from Amazon MP3
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Home Made Dog Treats from The Big Red Pot
$10 off $10 at Hallmark
Thanksgiving Freezing Tips
Thanksgiving Freezing Tips
by Leanne Ely, C.N.C.Here is a question I received that I believed warranted answering for everyone--
Hi- I LOVE "Saving Dinner"! My husband loves the food even more :) Here is my question: how feasible is it to freeze any Thanksgiving side-dishes in advance (ie cranberry sauce, casseroles, even stuffing)? Thanks! I am busy with a new baby AND hosting this year!
From, Flybaby Barbara
Hi Barbara!
Great question. You know how I'm all about doing things ahead for the holidays. And I'm all about the freezer, too. Can these two things be compatible and make for an even easier holiday? The answer is... yes and no. Some things just need to be done freshly and some things freeze beautifully, so let's take these things one by one:
1--The Turkey. Yeah, it freezes, but the quality will not be the same. This is one place where I will say make it fresh the day of. I make it the easy, juiciest most delicious way if I do say so myself. And the best part? You don't stuff it and you don't baste it. If you need the recipe (and you do!) go to savingdinner.com for the Thanksgiving Menu-Mailer--it's totally FREE, with recipes, grocery lists, timelines and even decorating hints for your table.
2--Cranberry sauce. Go ahead, knock yourself out! Again, I have a great recipe for it and it freezes beautifully. For the record, I've bought bags of fresh cranberries and frozen them in the bag I bought them in, used them about six months later and they were great too. Or you could save yourself some trouble and buy the canned variety.
3--Stuffing. I can tell you from personal experience that stuffing freezes fairly well. It can dry out a bit, but if you'll thaw it overnight in the fridge, then drizzle a little melted butter and broth over the top, cover it with foil and heat thoroughly through, it will work fine and no one will be the wiser.
4--Gravy. Good gravy, yes! Gravy is a wonderful thing to behold and it freezes fabulously. Here's a secret for you that I have in the Thanksgiving Menu-Mailer--extend your homemade gravy with some storebought stuff. Oh yeah, that's the best cheating secret out there. No one will know (your secret is safe with me!) and you too, will own the Endless Gravy Boat. This is important stuff when you're worried that your father-in-law is going to hog all the gravy!
5--Pies. You can freeze your pies--or you can buy them frozen, LOL. This is one place where I would either have people bring them or buy frozen myself. Having had a Thanksgiving baby myself (my son was born November 21st, 16 years ago!), I remember doing Thanksgiving and having my mom bring the pies.
6--Mashed potatoes. In my book, they are a non-freezable item--quality and texture suffer big time. I would make these fresh in the morning and put them in my crockpot on low all day. BUT, and this is the big BUT; TEST YOUR CROCKPOT FIRST with a pot full of taters (you can make cream of potato soup out of them later) to make SURE your crockpot won't burn them. All crockpots are not created equal and it's through trial and error that we learn our own crockpotty appliance's nuances.
7--Veggies. You can freeze sweet potato casseroles and green bean casseroles too. Those are not my particular favorite Thanksgiving veggies, but if they are mainstays at your table, rest assured, they freeze fairly well. May get a little watery on top, but easily blot-able with a paper towel and a little finesse.
8--Rolls and Butter. By all means, freeze the both of them. They freeze well, thaw well and quality does not suffer.
That about covers it. Hope it helps and Happy Thanksgiving, y'all!
Love, Leanne
PS: Want to WATCH me make Thanksgiving dinner? Check outwww.savingdinner.tv or buy the DVD! And don't forget we have aThanksgiving for the Freezer menu also!!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
East Coast Ladies' Retreat Reflections
It is hard to put on "paper" what the Lord did in my heart at the East Coast Ladies Retreat at Gateway Church. I had the opportunity to have my sister Erica with me for this retreat and that was a special blessing. The laughter, the fellowship, the music, the speakers, the late-night run to the Cheesecake Factory . . . it all adds up to a wonderful time.
I am looking forward to "Southern Grace" in 2011 at Parker's Chapel Church in Greenville, NC.
Monday, November 15, 2010
$12 for $24 worth of activity kits from Travelkiddy.com
Today's Eversave Deal--$12 for $24 worth of activity kits from Travelkiddy.com to keep your kids occupied during your holiday travels (and any other time, for that matter!)
Why You Should Teach Children to Cook
Dear Friends,
As many of you know, I'm a firm believer in mixing together kids and kitchens. Cooking with our children provides opportunity for teaching valuable life skills, quality "talk-time" to learn what's going on with your kids, and it's a great memory maker.
Time in the kitchen with your children teaches time management, organization, math, nutrition and cooperation. It also increases their awareness of healthy eating, menu planning and budgeting. Allowing them to help you in the kitchen might mean your kitchen doesn't stay as neat and clean and it could take longer to make a meal, but years later, it pays off in huge dividends, especially when your children start to choose healthy foods over fast food all on their own--it happens, I promise!
There are countless object lessons you can use with your children while you cook together. For example, one meal might focus on the importance of teamwork and working together for a common goal (or recipe) as a family. Another teaching opportunity can be found in the necessity of completing the steps of a recipe in order. With older children you can compare this to the order of life and the importance of age appropriate curfews, chores, and expectations. Or how about the significance of following directions? Intentionally leave out a few ingredients in a recipe to illustrate the point and discuss this with your child.
Getting kids excited about learning to cook will serve them later on in life when it's time to strike out on their own. Learning to cook will save your grown child a lot of money and help him or her eat a lot better than their peers. Many young adults who were not exposed to the kitchen when younger eat poorly and have no clue what to do in that room with the big appliances.
The act of cooking allows us as parents to share and laugh and bond together. Counselors have counseled many a parent to do some kind of activity while having a conversation so your child doesn't feel like he's "put on the spot". Conversation over cutting boards and sinks of suds can allow you and your child to talk about school, friends, choices, and dreams without the intimidation of a one-on-one sit-down.
Children grow up and leave the nest too soon. These moments together in the kitchen can become cherished memories--don't miss out!
Copyright (C) 2010 www.savingdinner.com Leanne Ely, CNC All rights reserved.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Reilly's Patch Performance
Proud of my kids!
Bento Lunch Boxes, Best Lunch Containers, Eco-friendly Coolers for School, Work
God and the Ushers
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Gifts of Food
There are some really great ideas here!
The holiday season is fast approaching. Thanksgiving in three weeks away. Invitations to family get-togethers, church potlucks, office parties, and the like will start trickling in if they haven’t already. And it’s always fun to have a little something to bring to the hostess or to share with friends and coworkers.
And after the Holy Spirit, food is the Great Comforter.
10 Free Tote Bag Patterns and Tutorials
Totes make great gifts. They are so easy and make great reusable "gift bags!" Here are 10 free Tote bag Patterns and Tutorials from Skip to my Lou!
8 Free Printables for Thanksgiving
8 Free Printables for Thanksgiving
Posted by Amy | Filed under Free Downloads & Printables, Thanksgiving
If you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner, it’s time to start planning. Printing some of these free designs will make your guests say wow!
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Pillsbury Crescent Layer Bars
Thanksgiving Tablescapes ~ Kid Style
Free Flip Flops from Orbit Gum
Orbit has a new fruit-based gum in a variety of tropical flavors. Pick up a Pack of Orbit gum and get a free pair of exclusive flip flops!
Plus, bring the tropical flavor to your phone with the Orbit Mixmaster and Free Ringtones!
40% off the List Price of Any Item – at Borders
Monday, November 8, 2010
Easy and Inexpensive Christmas Crafts
Betty Crocker Gluten-Free Giveaway
Friday, November 5, 2010
A Letter from Your Daughter
A mother passing by her daughter's bedroom was astonished to see the bed was nicely made and everything was picked up. Then she saw an envelope propped up prominently on the center of the bed. It was simply addressed, "Mom."
With the worst premonition, she opened the envelope and read the letter with trembling hands:
Dear Mom,
It is with great regret and sorrow that I'm writing you. I had to elope with my new boyfriend because I wanted to avoid a scene with Dad and you. I've been finding real passion with John and he is so nice
Even with all his piercing, tattoos, beard, and his motorcycle clothes. But it's not only the passion mom, I'm pregnant and John said that he will take care of me and we will be very happy.
He already owns a trailer in the woods and has a stack of firewood for the whole winter. He wants to have many more children with me and that's now one of my dreams too.
John taught me that marijuana doesn't really hurt anyone and we'll be growing it for us and trading it with his friends for all the cocaine and ecstasy we want. In the meantime, we'll pray that science will find a cure for AIDS so John can get better; he sure deserves it!!
Don't worry Mom, I'm 15 years old now and I know how to take care of myself. Some day I'm sure we'll be back to visit so you can get to know your grandchildren.
Your daughter,
Susan
P.S. None of the above is true.
I'm next door. I just wanted to remind you that there are worse things in life than my report card which is in my desk drawer.
Monday, November 1, 2010
Free Veggie Tales Christmas Download at Amazon.com
Amazon.com: The Incredible Singing Christmas Tree: VeggieTales (Veggie Tunes): MP3 Downloads
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