Fermented Chicken Feed
I have been reading some of the most interesting articles on feeding chickens. They are discussing the benefits of feeding chickens fermented feed. This is actually taking your layer crumbles,...
View ArticleTime for Joy
The last few weeks there has been much cause for celebration and joy. I have spent some quality time on my knees saying thanks to God for his blessings. Now I need to be patient and get through this...
View ArticleGone but Not Forgotten
The challenge this week is remembering to make a joyful noise for the blessings God provides. After 4 months, I have a job. It is only part time, but it is working with the County Recorder’s office....
View ArticleCrisp Cucumber Salsa
This just sounds like a phenomenal summer snack. Might even be a perfect dish for the family get-together. This would be incredible with all the fresh veggies and herbs from the garden. Ingredients...
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Handling criticism: If it’s untrue, disregard it. If it’s unfair, keep from irritation. If it’s ignorant, smile. If it’s justified, learn from it. ~ Unknown
View ArticleDisposable Animals
Every day my heart breaks a little more. As much as I love Facebook, I made the mistake of liking several local animal rescues and I am friends with many people who I met through years of animal...
View ArticleMexican Black Bean and Hominy Salad
This recipe was in Weight Watcher’s weekly handout. It looks incredibly yummy and I think most of these ingredients are in my cupboard. The focus for this week was power foods. You know, the stuff...
View ArticleEasy Box Cake Alternative
Ingredients 1 box cake mix 1 can diet soda (12 oz) Instructions Bake according to the box mix directions. Topping Ingredients 1 pkg light cream cheese 1 container cool whip (any size you want) 1/4 c...
View ArticleHot, hot, hot
Summer has decided to arrive. BLAH! I’m ready for it to be over now, two or three days of this is plenty for a year or two. The critters are wilting and so am I, but at least I get … Continue reading →
View ArticleChocolate Cinnamon Quesadillas
This little weight watcher‘s snack will take less than 10 minutes to prepare and helps satiate the cravings. Ingredients 2 T grated or chopped semisweet chocolate 1 T granulated sugar 1/2 tsp ground...
View ArticleOven-Baked Zucchini Fries
Ingredients 3 zucchini (1 lb.) 1/4 c Grated Parmesan Cheese 1 packet Shake & Bake Coating Mix 1 small egg Instructions Pre-heat oven to 450ºF Cut zucchini crosswise in half, then cut each piece...
View ArticleLessons from Ruth
A few weeks ago our office added a new employee who will be working with me in the Record’s Center. Working with new people can be a real challenge because there is always a question about how these...
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The best thing to give to your enemy is forgiveness; to an opponent, tolerance; to a friend, your heart; to your child, a good example; to a father, deference; to your mother, conduct that will make...
View ArticleQuick Garlic Chicken
Working full time and trying to maintain positive weight choices while doing all the necessary work around the farm/home can get a little overwhelming. It would be wonderful to come in and cook every...
View ArticleCoconut Ice Cream Cake
Birthdays should be an event, age doesn’t matter, what matters is celebrating another year and the opportunity to reflect on accomplishments and disappointments. Identify opportunities to improve and...
View ArticleEver Bearing
After work this evening I changed clothes, grabbed Dudley’s leash and drove back into Bryan for a leisurely stroll around our favorite park. Last night at Weight Watchers my weight was not where I...
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Tonight’s dinner consisted of popping handfuls of raspberries. It was drizzling while picking/eating so technically they were washed. After “dinner” I grabbed eggs from the coop for tomorrow’s...
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The Roots of Violence: Wealth without Work Pleasure without Conscience Knowledge without Character Commerce without Morality Science without Humanity Worship without Sacrafice Politics without...
View ArticleKale Chips
Everyone is talking about the health benefits of kale. I like it in smoothies, but my favorite way to use it is in soups. However, I have a horrible craving regularly for something with crunch and...
View ArticleWorking Through
It occurred to me a few weeks ago that one of the reasons I had not been riding more was boredom. Hat and I both prefer challenges, changes, and activity while riding – well to some extent. I would...
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