A KID'S LETTER TO HER MOMMY.

Dear Readers:

You may have read my post of November 26th, "Let us be thankful as we celebrate Thanksgiving",where I reposted my then 5-year old granddaughter's concern about those in need.  Now she is 7, and she decided on her own to write a letter to her mommy.  

 

RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - OLD FASHION DATE AND NUT BREAD

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Getting ready for Holiday baking?  Here's a recipe that will fit right in with those Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations.    Old Fashion Date and Nut Bread.  

Just a note:  I will not be posting a recipe next week - I'll be celebrating Thanksgiving with my family.  I want to take this opportunity to wish you a warm and wonderful Thanksgiving.    

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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - CREAM WAFER

 Dear Readers:

Here's a 'neat' little wafer to serve anytime - with ice cream, a fruit compote, or with a cup of tea or coffee.  A nice little something to keep on hand during the Holidays.  It is called a Cream Wafer and it too uses pastry flour.  Once again I have included the link about different flours so you can read all about the difference between flours.    

The difference between cake flour, all purpose flour and bread flour. Which do you need, and why?

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HESITATE TO BUY FOODS THAT ARE MARKED "SELL BY" OR "USE BY"? YOU SHOULDN'T.

Dear Readers:

How often have you avoided that particular can or boxed food product because it was close to the 'use by' or 'sell by' date?  I know that I have.  I don't know about you, but my nickles have to stretch as far as they can.  In the last two years, both my husband and I have laid off of our jobs, and when the new jobs became available, they were at half the salary we earned in our former positions.  So keeping to a tight budget has been a necessity.  

Today, during my web surfing, I came across two web pages that offer information about all those 'mysterious' dates you find on food products.  They are the Sharp Shopper Grocery Outlet and Grocery Clearance Center.  Not only do they offer this information, but they offer these goods to customers in their area.  Wish I had one in my area.   

Here are the web links to these pages, a link to a pdf article about product dating, and an article about expired foods.

• Sharp Shopper Grocery Outlet - http://www.sharpshopper.net/index.html
• Grocery Clearance Center - http://groceryclearancecenter.com/
•  Product Dating Information - http://www.sharpshopper.net/Documents/Product_Dating.pdf 
• Article - "Discount Supermarkets Offer Huge Savings by Selling Expired Food"  

RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - MUFFINS - PLAIN OR FANCY

Dear Readers:

This week's recipe is:

1. Easy to prepare
2. Can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
3. Can be served as a dessert or a side.  

Have you guessed what it is?   Muffins.  The recipe will be the basic muffin recipe that can be dressed up or down depending on what you want to serve them with.  Oh, yes, this recipe calls for pastry flour (I just use regular flour), and if you are interested in the different types of flour, here is an article you will want to read:

The difference between cake flour, all purpose flour and bread flour. Which do you need, and why?

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DOG'S DIARY vs CAT'S DIARY

EXCERPTS FROM A DOG'S DIARY

Day Number 181

• 8:00 am - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE! 
•  9:30 am - OH BOY! A CAR RIDE! MY FAVORITE! 
•  9:40 am - OH BOY! A WALK! MY FAVORITE! 
• 10:30 am - OH BOY! A CAR RIDE! MY FAVORITE! 
• 11:30 am - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE! 
• 12:00 noon - OH BOY! THE KIDS! MY FAVORITE! 
•  1:00 pm OH BOY! THE YARD! MY FAVORITE! 
•  4:00 pm - OH BOY! THE KIDS! MY FAVORITE! 
•  5:00 PM - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE! 
•  5:30 PM - OH BOY! BED! MY FAVORITE!

Day Number 182

• 8:00 am - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE! 
•  9:30 am - OH BOY! A CAR RIDE! MY FAVORITE! 
•  9:40 am - OH BOY! A WALK! MY FAVORITE! 
• 10:30 am - OH BOY! A CAR RIDE! MY FAVORITE! 
• 11:30 am - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE! 
• 12:00 noon - OH BOY! THE KIDS! MY FAVORITE! 
• 1:00 pm OH BOY! THE YARD! MY FAVORITE! 
• 1:30 pm - ooooooo.   bath.   bummer. 
• 4:00 pm - OH BOY! THE KIDS! MY FAVORITE! 
• 5:00 PM - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE! 
• 5:30 PM - OH BOY! BED! MY FAVORITE  

EXCERPTS FROM A CAT'S DIARY 

DAY 752 - My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while I am forced to eat dry cereal. The only thing that keeps me going is the hope of escape, and the mild satisfaction I get from ruining the occasional piece of furniture...Tomorrow I may eat another house plant. 

DAY 761 - Today my attempt to kill my captors by weaving around their feet while they were walking almost succeeded, must try this at the top of the stairs. In an attempt to disgust and repulse these vile oppressors, I once again induced myself to vomit on their favorite chair...must try this on their bed. 

DAY 765 - Decapitated a mouse and brought them the headless body in attempt to make them aware of what I am capable of, and to try to strike fear into their hearts. They only cooed and condescended about what a good little cat I was... Not working according to plan. 

DAY 768 - I am finally aware of how sadistic they are. For no good reason I was chosen for the water torture. This time however it included a burning foamy chemical called "shampoo." What sick minds could invent such a liquid? My only consolation is the piece of thumb still LODGED between my teeth. 

DAY 771 - There was some sort of gathering of their accomplices. I was placed in solitary throughout the event, however, I could hear the noise and smell the foul odor of the glass tubes they call "beer." More importantly I overheard that my confinement was due to MY power of "allergies." Must learn what this is and how to use it to my advantage. 

DAY 774 - I am convinced the other captives are flunkies and maybe snitches. The dog is routinely released and seems more than happy to return. He is obviously a half-wit. The bird on the other hand has got to be an informant, and he speaks with them regularly. I am certain he reports my activities. Due to his current placement in the metal room his safety is assured. But I can wait; it is only a matter of time...

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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - EASY DROP DANISH

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Don't you love to make something easy and that tastes good too!  As I was digging around my recipe box this week, I found this old recipe that I cut off of a Bisquick box.  It was so old, that the 3 x 5 card I glued it to had turned yellow.  So, this week we are making Easy Drop Danish.   

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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - HOMEMADE TOMATO SOUP

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Cooler weather and that means soup.  This week we are making from scratch - Tomato Soup.  This recipe can be adapted for those who are vegetarian and vegan. 

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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - RAISIN SAUCE

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The Holidays will soon be upon us.  This week's recipe is one that you can use to make that baked ham you are planning on serving over the holidays to be a little special by adding Raisin Sauce over the top of the ham.  

  

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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - LEMON SAUCE

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Fall and all the yummy spicy recipes for dessert.  Rather than make an icing for some, why not make a Lemon Sauce.  This week a 'from scratch' easy to do Lemon Sauce recipe.

   
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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - SUGARED ALMONDS

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Here is a recipe just in time for the Holidays, which are right around the corner.   It is one that is using one of my favorite nuts - Almonds.  Easy to do and store - Sugared Almonds.

   

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THIS IS WHY I LOVE TENNESSEE! FENCING COACH TO THE RESCUE!

Foiled again! Tennessee fencing coach stops robbery

Published October 01, 2013                 FoxNews.com

 

A Tennessee fencing teacher put his sword to good use, foiling a robbery he stumbled upon during a trip to the local shopping center. 

Franco Scaramuzza was pulling into the shopping center's parking lot when he saw two men attack a couple with pepper spray and take a purse, WSMV.com reported. 

"The first thing that went through my head is somebody should do something, and that's when I got really upset and disappointed with myself, because I realized I had the opportunity to do something. And I didn't want to be a hypocrite who just tweeted about it," Scaramuzza told the station. 

The instructor grabbed his épée, jumped out of the car and charged the suspects. 

According to WSMV.com, Scaramuzza had just finished practice, so he was still wearing his full fencing attire. 

"I charged toward them, holding my épée up high, and, you know, yelling at them," he said. "I kept yelling throughout the entire thing. They completely panicked and dropped everything they stole and really took off."

Police showed up and caught suspects Michael Butt and Zachary Johnson, who are charged with robbery, WSMV.com reported.  They remain in jail on $50,000 bond each.

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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - SCALLOPED SWEET POTATOES AND APPLES

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Now that fall is officially here - it's time for sweet potato dishes.  Here's one that easy to prepare and uses all of those fall type foods.  This week we are making Scalloped Sweet Potatoes and Apples.

 
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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - MISSOURI STEW

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When I was growing up, my grandmother would make a dish called "Missouri".  I am sure there are similar dishes to this with as many different names as there are recipes.  What is great about this recipe, you can add your own personal touches.  This week we are making Missouri Stew.

 

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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - PIE CRUST PINWHEELS

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This week's recipe is strictly for the kids (both big and little).  It is what I call comfort food, which means, it probably not good for you, but it tastes good.  This week we are making Pie Crust Pinwheels.   

 

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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - APPLE CRUNCH OR APPLE CANDY PIE

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Time for apples to come in, so this week is a recipe using that versatile fruit - Apple Crunch or Apple Candy Pie.   The hardest part of making this recipe is peeling and coring the apples.  Great with ice cream!

 

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WINE HELPS DEPRESSION?

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When on occasion I decide to have an adult beverage, my choice more often than not is usually wine.   I was delighted to read several years ago that wine, in moderation, actually has a health benefit to your heart.  Now, today, I read an article that wine has been found to help lower the risk of depression among those who do not have a history of depression or who drink to escape their problems.  To quote from the article:

"In our study population, the average intake of alcohol was low, and the pattern of consumption was typically Mediterranean, with alcohol coming preferentially from wine, consumed during meals and without episodes of binge drinking,"

To read the whole article click on the link provided below:

Read more: http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/08/30/does-wine-drinking-protect-against-depression/?intcmp=obnetwork#ixzz2dmgqEsVG

HAVE THYROID ISSUES??? READ MY STORY

Dear Readers:

I was diagnosed as being hypothyroid about 35 years ago.  I was going along pretty well until about 15 years ago.  I noticed that many of the symptoms of hypothyroidism returned, slow pulse, high blood pressure, severe ridges in the nails, low body temperature, just to name a few.  I started hunting for a doctor who would treat me and my symptoms, even though at that time my TSH was within normal range.  Every physican I came in contact with kept telling me that my blood work was normal, and that something else must be wrong, but they couldn't find anything. 

So, I began to educate my self about the condition, and about four years ago, I 'brow beated' my then current physican to switch me from the synthetic thyroid medication to the natural (Armour) thyroid medication.  With much dragging of feet on the doctor's part, the change was made.  However, after the initial change to 90 mg of Armour, the majority of the symptoms were still not disappearing. The blow came when the doctor lowered the dosage to 60 mgs based on the lab results.  I did more research and then I came back a few weeks later and told the doctor that I was not feeling well on the new dosage.  I pleaded with him to treat me and my symptoms and not test. Then I showed him an article where the new ranges recommended for TSH by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists were 0.3 to 3.04.  The lab used by the doctor's office was still using the old ranges of 0.5 to 5.0,  However, the doctor would not budge, saying the lab was correct. 

Needless to say, that doctor is no longer my physician.  I am now under the care of someone who is working on getting all of my symptoms under control and I am feeling much better.  Oh yes, I take 90 mg of Armour in the morning and 60 mg in the evening.  I am finally starting to feel human.

This long story is a result of an article I read today.  I have provided the link for you below.  What I particularly like about the article is the last sentence in the last paragraph, which is made by a DOCTOR...“Find a doctor who treats the person, not just the lab tests,” says Miller. “If you’re feeling better at a certain dosage—that should carry just as much weight as the lab results.”

All I can say is AMEN!

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/08/29/1-signs-your-thyroid-isnt-working-right/?intcmp=obnetwork

RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - POT ROAST WITH A TWIST

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There are times when nothing satisfies an appetite like a pot roast.  Whether you cook it in the oven or in a crockpot, it makes the whole house smell wonderful.  That said, this week's recipe is Pot Roast with a Twist.

   

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RECIPE FOR THE WEEK - VIENNESE CHICKEN

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Sorry vegetarians and vegans, this weeks recipe is not for you.  I have many chicken recipes and this one is a simple one.  You can use a whole chicken, or buy just chicken breasts (boneless) and cut them into medallions.  This recipe will serve 6 and it is called Viennese Chicken. 

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