Archive for February, 2009

Budget Friendly Meals

With our thoughts being on the economy, every penny is being counted. I have been paying special attention to the cost of our meals. Here is one that I think is both budget and figure friendly.
 
 
Stewed Veggies Over Noodles

 Bag of frozen veggies. Your pick  of the blend, around $1
1 Onion, about 25¢
2 Potatoes, about 50¢
1 can [...]

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Check it out!

Hey everyone, I wanted to turn your attention to a fairly new blog. My husbands blog to be exact. He has just begun but I am sure that he will have much to say in the coming days. His subjects will range from music and movies to electronics and books. He has a vast amount [...]

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Mix It Up Monday:Enjoying The Simple Things

Things have been fairly slow lately. I find it very easy to get stressed out and have been dedicated to keeping calm and enjoying the day to day. Here are some of the items that have brought me entertainment as well as some peace.
Books:
I finished ‘A Member Of The Family’ by Ceasar Milan and ‘The [...]

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5 Things I Do To Save Money And The Planet

I love to find ways to save money and in doing so also save the planet. Here are a list of some of the things I do around the house to be more budget friendly and eco friendly
1. Use clothe napkins. I love our multi-color, vibrant cloth napkins that never seem to get stain from [...]

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Mix It Up Monday: 48 Stupid Questions

1. WERE YOU NAMED AFTER ANYONE?
Nope, although there is at least one or two people who think that I was given my middle name after them. My middle name is Rose.
2. WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU CRIED?
It’s been a while. Don’t really want to relive it.
3. DO YOU LIKE YOUR HANDWRITING?
 My handwriting varies, depending [...]

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! I hope you are feeling extra loved today. I know that there are mixed feelings regarding today. Some view this day as a chance to show friends and family you care others see  it as a Hallmark holiday, nothing more nothing less. I know of a few people who view it [...]

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What’s in the garden?

I am so anxious for spring. We have had some really nice days this week and it has only made my winter blues that much worse. I can’t wait to get out into my garden and start planting.
This year I am trying to grow my vegetables from seeds. My previous gardening experience has been with [...]

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Last weeks Mix It Up Monday

I tried to find a new video to replace that video thats not playing but it doesn’t look like I am going to be able to . If you get a chance to check out the video I highly recommend it.

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Mix It Up Monday: Music Video

I came across this music video by Simple Plan today and I thought I would share it with you.  I find it very moving. I lost my mother to cancer almost 5 years ago. There aren’t many things you can say to someone who has felt loss but it feels reassuring [...]

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Last Weeks Mix It Up Monday: Word Of The Day

Hi everyone, I am back from my week long sabbatical. I had a friend come up for a visit, but I am back now. Since I missed last weeks edition of Mix It Up Monday I am doing one today and one tomorrow. I hope you enjoy.
Today I am doing a word of the day. [...]

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