Another Way To Recycle

If you know Kiddo, you know he is ALWAYS eating or drinking something.  He has a habit though, of not always finishing what he pours, and would wind up putting it in the fridge.  I'm glad he did that instead of pouring it down the drain, but it was usually in the door where it was easily knocked over. 

One day I was making YUMMY Macaroni Salad and used up the last of the mayonnaise.  "What can I do with these plastic jars?  I thought to myself, "I hate throwing them away!"  (light bulb going off)  I know....we can use these for our drinks and then just put the lid back on 'em and stick 'em back in the fridge.  Now we won't have to wear sweet tea upon opening the refrigerator door!

IT'S A GIVEAWAY

Renee over at "GLOW ACADEMY" is having an AUTUMN BLOG GIVEAWAY from now until Tuesday, September 20th.  You will have the chance to win your choice of either of these two "Handmade by Renee" clutches, which come with a pair of matching earrings, also handmade by Renee.

 

The official rules are as follows:

1.  You must be a follower of "GLOW ACADEMY" to participate in the giveaway.

2.  You must leave a comment on THIS POST  stating that you have become a follower.

3.  If you would like additional entries in the giveaway, simply blog about it, post the link within your post, then leave a comment back on THIS POST with a link-back to your giveaway post.
4.  The last day to enter is Tuesday, September 20th. Winners will be chosen at random on Friday, September 23rd.

GOOD LUCK!

Happy Labor Day

It Figures!

I tried making a loaf of bread using a bottled mix. I guess this is what I get for trying to make beer batter bread on a Sunday!

It exploded all over me and the counter.  

LOL!

Meet My Bible

Renee over at "GLOW ACADEMY" asked me if I would participate with her today in "MEET MY BIBLE" I have posted this in the past, so some of you may have already seen this.

I would like you to 
Meet My Bible..................................

How old is your Bible? My Bible is 29 years old now.

Why did you chose this Bible? I didn't choose mine, it was a gift.

Do you highlight/mark passages in your Bible? Yes, I do highlight/mark in my Bible.
If so, what is your system for marking passages? I highlight each passage I have read or highlight passages that I feel have touched my heart in some way. It is my goal to have my entire Bible highlighted.  But you know, I have found that a system works best if you actually remember to bring your Bible with you to church!  lol

Do you have notebooks to record things? No, I don't. Our pastor provides us with an outline of his sermon so I use that or paper I bring with me, but I think that's a really great idea.
Where is your favorite spot to read your Bible? Outside on my front porch, when the weather permits.  I love to sit and look at the beautiful mountains while drinking a hot copy of coffee, listening to the birds serenade me, while talking to my precious Lord!!  There is NOTHING like it!
Are there any special thoughts about your Bible you want to share? My Bible was a gift from my sisters; Dawn, Victoria, Barbara, and Cathy when I was 17. It is all the more precious to me now because our sister Victoria has passed away.

At that point in my life, I was going to become a Salvation Army officer but then realized that it was not God's calling for me, but everyone else's. I knew that there were other ways that I could serve our Heavenly Father.

I know that everything in our lives happens for a reason. Looking back now, I realize it was God's calling for me to become a wife to my DH and a mother to my three beautiful children. He knew that later on I would need to stay home full-time with Kiddo.

GOD IS GOOD...............ALL THE TIME!!!!!!

Compost Bin And A Walkway

Last year, my AWESOME brother-in-law, CF, gave us a bunch of pallets to use for the chicken run. We have a bunch left over, piled up by the shed.  I was looking on-line for different uses for these pallets, when and I found two really great ideas.

The first one I found is for a compost bin.  (http://ducktruckcomposting.com)  I have been wanting one for some time now, but they can be quite expensive.  It is going to be so easy to put together!  WOO HOO!


The second one is a walkway I found on the Funky Junk Interiors blog.  Isn't it so pretty? This one is on a slope, but I think it will be just as nice in my front yard, leading up to the front door.

So, what would you make if you had extra pallets lying around?

Good Morning!

"Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days!" Psalm 90:14

Sending you a hot cup of coffee and prayers for a wonderful day! 

The Tomato

“I planted, but God was causing the growth!”

1 Corinthians 3:6

Tomato so juicy
so firm and so round
I can hardly believe
you came from the ground

Filled with vitamins
light and Love
my pallat delights again
in my mouth you I shove

upon the white bread
sprinkled with salt & pepper
layered with lettuce
and it tastes even better

Bright red and meaty
that's how I like it
not tainted with toxins
that leave me decrepit

No wicked witch
with a poison apple
I've made the switch
and chose to go natural

Corporations can make
their "ugly" tomato
but when I bake
I'll go from farm to table
Author Unknown

Fall Yummies - - AGAIN!

Good morning, everyone! Two years ago this week, I posted this very entry. Since then, every year around this time, I get requests for this one again, so here it is, for your eating pleasure!

"Bon Appetit"

I just love fall and all that goes with it. The cool crisp air, the colors, the smells, the activities.....EVERYTHING! But I think what I love the most about the cool weather season is the food....soup in particular.  The crockpots come out in full force and the aroma of my house during the day while dinner is cooking itself is AMAZING!

I have been making taco soup now for over a year and everyone that eats it LOVES it and doesn't go away hungry. I normally make it in on the stove, but today I used my best friend (my crockpot) to make it!

For this recipe you will need:

1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
1 large onion, chopped
2 cans diced tomatoes (I used 1 large can)
2 cans navy beans, drained (I used one navy and 1 black)
1 can pinto beans, drained (or you can substitute for another
navy or black bean)
1 can corn, drained
1 can chicken broth
1 pkg Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix
1 pkg taco seasoning (I use the store brand)

Brown meat and onion, drain. Add your diced tomatoes, all of the beans, corn, and chicken broth and stir.

Add the Hidden Valley Ranch dressing packet, stir

Add the taco seasoning packet, stir

Cover and cook on low for approximately 3-4 hours. I put mine on this morning about 11:00. My house smells amazing and if Skippy is going to be late for dinner, it's no problem.....I'll just turn it to warm!

ENJOY!

Scripture Pic

This picture of My Skippy Man and Kiddo was taken about ten years ago and it is one of my all time favorites. I thought this scripture was just perfect for it! 

 

Are you setting the right example?  Remember......your children are watching you!