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October 23, 2013

Chocolate Lasagna dessert



This recipe is so yummy!!!! Click here to try it ♥ Tina

October 22, 2013

October 21, 2013

On your birthday...


October 20, 2013

Happy Birthday!!!


October 19, 2013

October 18, 2013

creamy Italian Pasta Salad:


Here is the recipe for the creamy Italian Pasta Salad:


1 LB Penne Pasta- cooked and drained

3 large chicken breasts shredded (I like to use a rotisserie chicken)

1/2 Cup Italian dressing

2 1/2 Cups of mayonnaise (I use Helmans)

1/2 Cup of sour cream

1/2 Cup finely diced onions

1 Cup diced tomatoes or cherry tomatoes cut in half

1 1/2 Cups of shredded Parmesan or Romano cheese

1 Tablespoon dill weed

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

2 Tablespoons fresh or dried parsley

After draining the cooked pasta, rinse with cold water until the pasta is cooled. Pat the water off of the pasta with paper towels and toss the Italian dressing with the pasta in a large mixing bowl.



Next, add the mayonnaise and the sour cream to the pasta and toss well. Next, add the dill, salt, pepper and parsley and mix well. After adding the seasonings, add the chicken, onions and cheese (save some cheese to sprinkle on the top) and mix thoroughly. Lastly, add the tomatoes and gently fold them into the salad until they are lightly coated with the creamy mix.



Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Happy Birthday to you!!


October 17, 2013

You Rock!!!


Happy Birthday -- butterflies


October 16, 2013

Red Velvet Brownie with White chocolate icing


Red Velvet Brownie with White chocolate icing

1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/4 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 ounces white chocolate
1 -2 tablespoon milk
Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350. Spray 8 x 8 pan with Baker's Joy or lightly grease and flour it.
2. In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder, food coloring and 1 teaspoon of the vanilla to form a paste. Set aside.

Got any leftover pumpkins?

 
The Halloween rush is over... Got any leftover pumpkins? How about some ideas for what to do with them instead of throwing them away? Let's start with the seeds...
Microwave Pumpkin Seeds
When short on time, microwave pumpkin seeds. In a microwave safe ceramic/glass dish, mix 1 cup of pumpkin seeds and up to 1 Tbsp. of vegetable oil. Toast in microwave for 2 minutes. Remove from microwave and s
tir. Continue to toast in increments of 1 minute, stirring in between, until desired crispness. Add salt to taste.

Storing Pumpkin Seeds ~ If pumpkin seeds are not consumed within 1-2 days, refrigerate in an air tight container. When refrigerated, expect the seeds to last for one to two months at peak freshness.


Pepitas
Ingredients:
- Pumpkin or squash seeds
- Olive or canola oil
- Salt
- Chili powder, garlic powder or other seasoning (optional)

Scoop the seeds and pulp from the seed cavity and rinse off the pulp. Drain.
For each cup of seeds, add 1 tablespoon of olive or canola oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix until seed are all coated. Add, if you wish, chili powder, garlic powder or other seasoning. Spread on a baking sheet and bake 30 - 40 minutes at 350, stirring occasionally. If you have only a small amount to roast or want to avoid using oil, sprinkle seeds with salt and toast in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until lightly browned. Be watchful to prevent burning.
Serve as a snack or add to salad or soup for added crunch.
enjoy!!

Happy Birthday!!! Hearts and Bricks!!

This is a set of cards from a card swap that I was in.  Aren't they cute. 
We are talking about starting a new group up in November.  Let me know if you want more information or want to be one of the lucky ones in the group!!

October 15, 2013

October 14, 2013

October 13, 2013

Choo-Choo


October 12, 2013

Happy Birthday! Left-Overs

This card was made using left-overs from a scrapbook kit.

October 11, 2013

October 10, 2013

October 9, 2013

October 8, 2013

Wolves

Wolves are not man killers and would be more inclined to run away from a human rather than blindly attack one, get your information correct and stop putting more false crap on wolves. Its people like you that are the reason wolves often have such a nasty reputation. (I don't know who I'm speaking to).

You're a blast!


October 7, 2013

Love


thank you so much


October 6, 2013

wish BIG --

This one is for the boys.  I love cards that are emossed. 

October 5, 2013

You make me happy...

Love the fall colors.

October 4, 2013

this is what I am talking about!!!!!


recipe for the creamy Italian Pasta Salad

Here is the recipe for the creamy Italian Pasta Salad:


1 LB Penne Pasta- cooked and drained

3 large chicken breasts shredded (I like to use a rotisserie chicken)

1/2 Cup Italian dressing

2 1/2 Cups of mayonnaise (I use Helmans)

1/2 Cup of sour cream

1/2 Cup finely diced onions

1 Cup diced tomatoes or cherry tomatoes cut in half

1 1/2 Cups of shredded Parmesan or Romano cheese

1 Tablespoon dill weed

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

2 Tablespoons fresh or dried parsley

After draining the cooked pasta, rinse with cold water until the pasta is cooled. Pat the water off of the pasta with paper towels and toss the Italian dressing with the pasta in a large mixing bowl.



Next, add the mayonnaise and the sour cream to the pasta and toss well. Next, add the dill, salt, pepper and parsley and mix well. After adding the seasonings, add the chicken, onions and cheese (save some cheese to sprinkle on the top) and mix thoroughly. Lastly, add the tomatoes and gently fold them into the salad until they are lightly coated with the creamy mix.



Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Dare To Dream...


October 3, 2013

"Celebrate the 25th anniversary"

For two weeks only Join Stampin' UP for $25, you get over $26 in product.

Who wouldn't want to earn some extra cash or save on your own supplies, email for details ... Join in on the Fun Here!

happy birthday!!! Robots and stars.

This is a set of cards from a card swap that I was in. Aren't they cute.
We are talking about starting a new group up in November. Let me know if you want more information or want to be one of the lucky ones in the group!!


thank you so much <> paper pumpkin


October 2, 2013

Name Your car day...

Today is name your car day!!  Does your car already have a name?? If not today is the day for you to get that name picked out.  We have names for ours. Hubby's is the snack shack because he always has snacks in there. Mine changes all the time. 

Fresh Pumpkin Pie Recipe



1 unbaked 9-inch deep dish pie shell

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

2 eggs

1 3/4 cups cooked pumpkin

1 1/2 cups (12 ounces) evaporated milk


Combine the sugar, salt, spices in a small bowl. Beat the eggs lightly in a larger bowl and stir in the cooked pumpkin and sugar/spice mixture. Gradually stir in the evaporated milk. Pour into the pie shell.


Bake in a preheated 425 degree oven for 15 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 350 degrees and bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for about 3 hours. Chill, but do not freeze.



Birthday Wishes -- wild wild horses


October 1, 2013

Happy Birthday. -- framelit style.

Here is my first card using the new card framelit card makers. Cute huh!!!

early detection is key...


 ~ Tina

With Sympathy


Chicken Noodles

2 or 3 cups cooked chicken, bite size pieces

1 bag noodles

1 can cream of mushroom and chicken soup

1 can cream of mushroom soup

1/2 cup milk

1/4 cup cheddar cheese



Prepare noodles according to package. Mix soups, milk, and cheese and bring to a boil. Reduce to heat and cook 5 - 10 minutes. Combine sauce, noodles, and chicken in casserole dish. Serve.

wish BIG


September 30, 2013

HELLO to you

HELLO to you all!!! Happy Monday! 
This is the project that I made from the "My Paper Pumpkin" kit.

September 29, 2013

For all you DIYers out there!

Do you love making fun letters for your kiddos rooms? or your front door? I am going to make one for my front door! 
 ~ Tina

September 28, 2013

{Question of the day}

If they were going to make a movie of your life, who would you want to play the main character and what would you want the theme or focus of the movie to be?

So many choices...  but I think it would be one of these two!!

OR
The story would be about a Mom trying to do it all  ♥ Tina

September 27, 2013

{Hostess with the Mostess} Cake POPs




































Party girls everywhere....latest in party trends, CAKE POPS! And how cute is this display? Who's made cake pops for their most recent party?
 ~ Tina

September 26, 2013

Special Seasoning Popcorn Recipe

Ingredients:

4 T celery salt

4 T dried parsley flakes

6 t garlic powder

6 t salt

6 t ground savory

2 t dried marjoram

2 t dried thyme

1 t pepper

1 t turmeric

1 t ground sage

Directions:

Combine all in a small bowl. Store in glass or plastic container with a tight fitting lid. Stir or shake occasionally before use to redistribute ingredients. Simply sprinkle on top of freshly popped popcorn and enjoy!




September 18, 2013

Cream Cheese Cookies



1 egg

1 cube butter

8 oz cream cheese

1 yellow cake mix



Mix thoroughly and place spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet. Sprinkle with red or green sugar sprinkles and bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes or until very lightly browned. That's it. Enjoy! I love anything with creame cheese!!



September 15, 2013

{Survivor} Cancer Awareness Month is almost here.

Breast  Order now to have a touching gift for a survivor in your family or group of friends. Message me for specifics regarding this locket or view our full selection of items at my eCommerce site at top of this page. ~ Tina

September 13, 2013

Facial Cleansing Cloths

 are great to have around the house and PERFECT for those people who love to head to the gym. Sweating causes oil and oil causes break outs. Make sure you wash your face after you hit the gym and Mary Kay made it very easy for your to do! All you have to do is pull a facial cloth out. The cleansers and vitamins are already in the cloth for you.

This exclusive, botanical-enriched formula gently removes dirt, oil and makeup, leaving your skin feeling clean and soft.
•Freshen, cleanse, exfoliate and tone in one step.
•Clinically tested for skin irritant and allergy.
•Oil- and fragrance-free.
•Hypoallergenic.
•Non-comedogenic (will not clog pores).


Photo: Facial Cleansing Cloths are great to have around the house and PERFECT for those people who love to head to the gym.  Sweating causes oil and oil causes break outs.  Make sure you wash your face after you hit the gym and Mary Kay made it very easy for your to do!  All you have to do is pull a facial cloth out.  The cleansers and vitamins are already in the cloth for you.  

This exclusive, botanical-enriched formula gently removes dirt, oil and makeup, leaving your skin feeling clean and soft.
 •Freshen, cleanse, exfoliate and tone in one step.
 •Clinically tested for skin irritancy and allergy.
 •Oil- and fragrance-free.
 •Hypoallergenic.
 •Non-comedogenic (will not clog pores).

September 11, 2013

September 3, 2013

August 31, 2013

September is the second busiest wedding month! Whant month did you get married?

 

September is the second busiest wedding month according to TheKnot.com. Chances are you know a bride who may be struggling to find cute, unique, memorable bridesmaid gifts. Tell her to look no further. I love how this bride to be used our Plumeria Flower charm to designate her flower girls!

 ~ Tina

July 22, 2013

Goal for this week...

At least 3 times a week and workout at home 2 times. 
I hope that i can do it ♥ Tina

July 21, 2013

today is the day I make myself proud!!!

Don't you ever get sick of feeling like crap???
Well I am totally done!  I'm ready to start my life over!
So it begins......
♥ Tina

July 15, 2013

carte postale


June 1, 2013

May 31, 2013

usa



~ Tina