Jan 26, 2016
Natural fragrances
Just saw this on my FB page thought I would share this here it is from Brightside I love their page
Debbs Yarden
Of course I live in Quebec and we are in winter now, so as far as working in my Yardens is impossible !
I will be posting more in this Blog soon .
Jan 23, 2016
Grilled Cheese Rolls
- 6 slices very soft, fresh white bread (crusts removed)
- 6 slices American cheese (such as Kraft singles)
- butter for “toasting”
- homemade marinara/spaghetti sauce (or your favorite store bought brand)
Jan 18, 2016
Butternut Squash and Spinach Lasagna Rolls | Skinnytaste (re-post)
This recipe is from a blogger I often check out love her stuff (Skinnytaste)
Lasagna rolls stuffed with spinach and cheese, then topped with a creamy
butternut parmesan sauce and baked in the oven with even more cheese –
trust me, you want these in your life!
Last year I fell in love with creamy butternut squash as a pasta sauce and have had this on my mind ever since. Now that the Fall is here it was the perfect time to play around with this idea.
They turned out as good as I could have imagined, even my teen daughter
who is pretty picky loved these! And, they are meatless so they're
perfect for meatless mondays. Use gluten free noodles to make them
gluten free or whole wheat for added whole grain. Enjoy!
Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe (re-post)
Sep 14, 2014
Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe
http://www.allfood.recipes/twice-baked-potatoes-recipe/
Ingredients:- 4 large baking potatoes
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 8 green onions (divided)
Step 1: Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees. Place potatoes onto a baking sheet. Place into the oven and bake for 1 hour. While potatoes are baking, place bacon slices into a large deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat (turning once) until the bacon is crispy. Drain on paper towels. When the bacon has cooled crumble it into small pieces. Set aside.
Step 2: When potatoes are done remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes slice the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh (leaving about ¼” of the flesh still inside) into a large bowl. Save the skins. Add sour cream, milk, butter, salt, pepper, ½ cup of cheese, ½ of the green onions to the scooped out potato. Mix with a hand mixer until well blended and creamy. Spoon the mixture into the potatoes skins. Top each with remaining cheese, green onions, and bacon.
Step 3: Place back into the oven and bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees.
(Makes 8 Servings)
Jan 16, 2016
Jordan&Tyler
These two boys are my grandsons my daughters kids , I have 4 more grand kids .from my stepchildren .Someday if I can get them all together I will post them also .Hopefully soon ☺
Jan 15, 2016
Random decor pictures
Whether you like a cottage type home or minimalist,contemporary, traditional . If it is to structured to perfect in my opinion it cannot be comfy .Comfy is what we all what in the end. a place you can relax and not feel like you are living in a showroom.
These are some pictures I found on Pinterest and Google images !
Jan 14, 2016
Simplify Your life !
I got this article in my emails this morning from Mother Earth Living,funny how sometimes timing is spot on !
By Jessica Kellner
January/February 2016
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| http://www.motherearthliving.com/ |
A Guide to Simplifying Life
Feeling overwhelmed, whether by clutter or too many commitments, is detrimental to our well-being. Try this collection of ideas to create a home and life with time and space to breathe, relax and enjoy.By Jessica Kellner
January/February 2016
Feeling overwhelmed, whether by clutter or too many commitments, diminishes our ability to focus on what matters in our lives.
Photo by iStock
As ironic as it may seem, simplifying our lives can sometimes feel overwhelming. Perhaps you have a basement or garage so jam-packed with stuff, you can’t muster up the energy to go through it. Or maybe you are rushing so much between work appointments, family obligations, kids’ activities and more that you don’t have time to even think about simplifying. Maybe you’re not rushed every day, but you find you’re spending time on things that aren’t your true passion and need to consider a life adjustment.
No matter your individual situation, by stopping to evaluate how we spend our time, we can pull back on activities that don’t give us much in the way of a return, and free up more time to spend on the things we love. We have only one life; we owe it to ourselves to pursue our passions.
The 10 tips to follow are from the blog Zen Habits by Leo Babauta. Babauta—a writer, runner and father of six—created the blog (named one of the top 50 websites in the world by TIME magazine) to try to find simplicity in the chaos of daily life. Over the past decade, he has transformed his life to become healthier and calmer and pursue what he loves. He shares information to help readers do the same. Visit Zen Habitats to read much more.
• 8 Spaces to Declutter with Smart Organization Hacks
1. Make a short list. Take out a sheet of paper and fold it into a small square, or use an index card. Now make a short list of the four or five most important things in your life. What’s most important to you? What do you value most? What four to five things do you most want to do in your life? Simplifying starts with these priorities, as you are trying to make room in your life so you have more time for these things.
2. Drop one commitment. Think about all the things in your life you’re committed to doing, and try to find one that takes up time but doesn’t give you much value. Perhaps you’re on a team, or coaching something, or on a board or committee, or whatever—something you do each day or week or month that you don’t really want to do. Now take action today to drop that commitment. Call someone or send an email telling the appropriate person or people that you just don’t have the time. You will feel relief. I’d recommend eventually dropping all commitments that don’t contribute to your short list (from item No. 1), but for today, just drop one commitment.
No matter your individual situation, by stopping to evaluate how we spend our time, we can pull back on activities that don’t give us much in the way of a return, and free up more time to spend on the things we love. We have only one life; we owe it to ourselves to pursue our passions.
The 10 tips to follow are from the blog Zen Habits by Leo Babauta. Babauta—a writer, runner and father of six—created the blog (named one of the top 50 websites in the world by TIME magazine) to try to find simplicity in the chaos of daily life. Over the past decade, he has transformed his life to become healthier and calmer and pursue what he loves. He shares information to help readers do the same. Visit Zen Habitats to read much more.
Organization Tips
• Boost Productivity: The Fine Art of Limiting Yourself to the Essential• 8 Spaces to Declutter with Smart Organization Hacks
10 Simplifying Tips from Leo Babauta
These are what I consider the 10 most important steps we can take to live a simpler life. Choose one and do it today. Tomorrow, choose another. If you do these 10 things, you’ll have made great strides with little effort.1. Make a short list. Take out a sheet of paper and fold it into a small square, or use an index card. Now make a short list of the four or five most important things in your life. What’s most important to you? What do you value most? What four to five things do you most want to do in your life? Simplifying starts with these priorities, as you are trying to make room in your life so you have more time for these things.
2. Drop one commitment. Think about all the things in your life you’re committed to doing, and try to find one that takes up time but doesn’t give you much value. Perhaps you’re on a team, or coaching something, or on a board or committee, or whatever—something you do each day or week or month that you don’t really want to do. Now take action today to drop that commitment. Call someone or send an email telling the appropriate person or people that you just don’t have the time. You will feel relief. I’d recommend eventually dropping all commitments that don’t contribute to your short list (from item No. 1), but for today, just drop one commitment.
Simplify Your life !
I got this article in my emails this morning from Mother Earth Living,funny how sometimes timing is spot on !
By Jessica Kellner
January/February 2016
|
| http://www.motherearthliving.com/ |
A Guide to Simplifying Life
Feeling overwhelmed, whether by clutter or too many commitments, is detrimental to our well-being. Try this collection of ideas to create a home and life with time and space to breathe, relax and enjoy.By Jessica Kellner
January/February 2016
Feeling overwhelmed, whether by clutter or too many commitments, diminishes our ability to focus on what matters in our lives.
Photo by iStock
As
ironic as it may seem, simplifying our lives can sometimes feel
overwhelming. Perhaps you have a basement or garage so jam-packed with
stuff, you can’t muster up the energy to go through it. Or maybe you are
rushing so much between work appointments, family obligations, kids’
activities and more that you don’t have time to even think about
simplifying. Maybe you’re not rushed every day, but you find you’re
spending time on things that aren’t your true passion and need to
consider a life adjustment.
No matter your individual situation, by stopping to evaluate how we spend our time, we can pull back on activities that don’t give us much in the way of a return, and free up more time to spend on the things we love. We have only one life; we owe it to ourselves to pursue our passions.
The 10 tips to follow are from the blog Zen Habits by Leo Babauta. Babauta—a writer, runner and father of six—created the blog (named one of the top 50 websites in the world by TIME magazine) to try to find simplicity in the chaos of daily life. Over the past decade, he has transformed his life to become healthier and calmer and pursue what he loves. He shares information to help readers do the same. Visit Zen Habitats to read much more.
No matter your individual situation, by stopping to evaluate how we spend our time, we can pull back on activities that don’t give us much in the way of a return, and free up more time to spend on the things we love. We have only one life; we owe it to ourselves to pursue our passions.
The 10 tips to follow are from the blog Zen Habits by Leo Babauta. Babauta—a writer, runner and father of six—created the blog (named one of the top 50 websites in the world by TIME magazine) to try to find simplicity in the chaos of daily life. Over the past decade, he has transformed his life to become healthier and calmer and pursue what he loves. He shares information to help readers do the same. Visit Zen Habitats to read much more.
Organization Tips
Jan 13, 2016
Body & Soul: How to Create Floral Waters and Colognes (Re-Post)
From Herb Companion newsletterTry These Floral Waters and Colognes:
• Eau de Cologne
• Rosewater
• Quick and Easy Rosewater
• Lavender Water Voile
• Summer Garden Cologne
• Hungary Water Cologne
Creating your own lightly scented waters and colognes is as easy as picking your favorite flower. Scented waters are some of the oldest toiletries created to stimulate, please and entertain our sense of smell. Ancient Egyptians used scented oils to perfume their bodies and lift their spirits. In the 10th century, the practice of oil distillation was perfected and the perfume industry took shape.
Scented oils are simple to create. You can distill your scent, capturing the essential oils from fresh flower petals on your stovetop. Or you can mix your favorite essential oils with water to create a light and delicate scent. Use these scented products alone as a perfume or as an addition to your favorite bath or beauty recipe. Fresh rosewater makes a wonderful addition to a favorite cream and lavender water can be splashed all over your body after bathing to relax your spirit and refresh your body.
Always use fresh, organic blooms when making scented waters and colognes. Your flowers should be free of pesticides and chemicals. If you do not have any flowers in your garden, check with a local grower. Pick your flowers in the morning, about two to three hours after sunrise for best results. Blossoms that have been in the hot afternoon sun may not be as fragrant. Use only fresh petals and remove all leaves and stems. Wash your petals gently right before using. Here are a few simple recipes and techniques to get you started. Enjoy!
Read more: http://www.herbcompanion.com/body-care/body-and-soul-how-to-create-floral-waters-and-colones.aspx#ixzz1Vtst3AHA
Body & Soul: How to Create Floral Waters and Colognes (Re-Post)
From Herb Companion newsletterTry These Floral Waters and Colognes:
• Eau de Cologne
• Rosewater
• Quick and Easy Rosewater
• Lavender Water Voile
• Summer Garden Cologne
• Hungary Water Cologne
Creating your own lightly scented waters and colognes is as easy as picking your favorite flower. Scented waters are some of the oldest toiletries created to stimulate, please and entertain our sense of smell. Ancient Egyptians used scented oils to perfume their bodies and lift their spirits. In the 10th century, the practice of oil distillation was perfected and the perfume industry took shape.
How to soothe your stomach troubles with medicinal thyme
Here are six reasons to make like the Spartans and get some thyme into your diet.
1. Thyme is antibacterial: Thyme contains an essential oil called thymol, which can be used as a surface antibacterial agent. It's also a great natural addition to your first-aid kit as an antiseptic and digestive aid.
2. This herb is high in antioxidants: Thyme contains some of the highest levels of natural flavonoids and polyphenols, beating out other herbs like oregano, marjoram and basil. Try adding some fresh thyme to your salad, steak or smoothie to boost antioxidants and keep your skin looking youthful.
3. It could help prevent food poisoning: Thyme has the ability to help preserve meat against bacterial overgrowth, drastically reducing the chances of decomposition and thus illness when you eat it.
4. Kill pesky parasites with thyme: Many herbs can kill parasites, and thyme is no exception! Adding thyme and other herbs to dishes is a great trick for when you are travelling abroad to prevent coming back with a nasty bug.
5. It's an astringent and an analgesic: This means that thyme has the ability to prevent the production of excess mucous, bile or stomach acid, as well as to relieve pain. This can come in handy if you deal with increased acid production in your stomach and suffer from heartburn as a result.
6. Thyme can kill certain tumor cells: Recent studies have shown that active components of thyme can kill tumor cells that have otherwise been resistant to chemotherapy. The studies are still in animal trials, but they have shown promising results.
Thyme for kale salad
Kale grows so fast this time of year that the bunches sold at the farmers market are triple the size you would get in the winter. Kale is one of the world's richest sources of vitamin K, which works with calcium to build strong bones. As for thyme, there are more than 60 varieties of this herb. At the farmers' market this week, Vikki’s Veggies had a wonderful English thyme that complements kale beautifully.
Ingredients:
1 onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely sliced
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/8 tsp sea salt
8 cups kale, stems removed
1 yellow pepper, julienned
1/2 cup fresh thyme, stems removed
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
Dressing:
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp maple syrup
to taste sea salt
Directions:
1. Saute onions, garlic, olive oil and sea salt for 3-4 minutes on medium heat until onions soften.
2. Meanwhile in a large pot, steam kale for 3 minutes until just soft. Drain well and place back into pot.
3. Place onion medley, pepper, thyme, and basil into the kale pot.
4. In a separate bowl, mix dressing ingredients well and pour into kale pot.
5. Mix until all ingredients are coated well and serve.
Makes 10 servings
Nutritionist Julie Daniluk hosts Healthy Gourmet, a reality cooking show that looks at the ongoing battle between taste and nutrition. Her soon-to-be-published first book, Meals That Heal Inflammation, advises on allergy-free foods that both taste great and assist the body in the healing process.
For more amazing recipes visit Chatelaine.com's recipe section.
How to soothe your stomach troubles with medicinal thyme
Here are six reasons to make like the Spartans and get some thyme into your diet.
Jan 9, 2016
Coffee Time
Yep Its a good time for a cup of java !
I have been working all afternoon on my PC .
Love working from home .
I work when I want as long as I want and wear what I want .
Have a great week end everyone
I have been working all afternoon on my PC .
Love working from home .
I work when I want as long as I want and wear what I want .Have a great week end everyone
Coffee Time
Yep Its a good time for a cup of java !
I have been working all afternoon on my PC .
Love working from home .
I work when I want as long as I want and wear what I want .
Have a great week end everyone
I have been working all afternoon on my PC .
Love working from home .
I work when I want as long as I want and wear what I want .Have a great week end everyone
Sitting around watching Flips on TV
I love watching decorating shows mostly Flips I secretly would love to do them but I know I do not have the patience for it so their another career to forget Haha! Two years ago My BF and I started renos on the family home we inherited. Ouff!!! still at it .so much to do so much money and time .
My single most important advice is do not live in the house when you renovate from top to bottom as we did it was not our plan to but something got in our way of that plan ! It made us make fast decisions and which it is not as we we hoped for.
Here are some pictures I took as we were going on with the renos
And now some afters !
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