- shareyoursoles.com (donate gently-used shoes to needy people)
Recycling:
Christmas Cards--I can't stand the thought of throwing away those beautiful Christmas cards, so I don't. You can make gift tags for the following year. I use a drinking glass to trace a circle over the part of the card that I think is really pretty. Then I cut out the circle, insert a tiny whole at the top of the circle, and string some pretty ribbon through to attach to a gift.
When my kids were younger (and actually enjoyed sitting and doing crafts with thier mom), we would use popsicle sticks and Christmas cards to make tree ornaments, which they gave as presents to family. You need popsicle sticks, ornament string, glue and cards. Glue four popsicle sticks together into the shape of a square, kind of like you were making a picture frame. Once dry, lay the sticks over the part of the card that your child desires to place in the popsicle "frame." Glue the sticks to the card. Cut away the part of the card sticking out from around the popsicle "frame." Punch a tiny whole in the top of the card and insert string for hanging. Hang it on the Christmas tree. I still have the ones my kids made for me (again, when they were young and fun--hee!).
Recipes I Have Found To be Really Good:
- Reduced calorie whoopie pies (gobs)--These are more of a cookie-type of gob, not cakey
1 box (1lb 2.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
3 eggs
1/2 C veggie oil
1/4 C cocoa powder
1 1/4 C vanilla frosting
1 1/4 C Cool Whip
1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Coat baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
2. In large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, oil and cocoa powder. Beat on low for 30 seconds or until combined. Beat on medium speed for 2 more minutes; batter will be very thick. Drop batter by level tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets 2 in. apart, for a total of approx. 40 cookies. Bake at 350 for 10 minutes, rotating baking sheets halfway through. Use metal spatula to quickly transfer cookies to racks and allow to cool.
3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together vanilla frosting and Cool Whip. Spread a heaping tbsp of frosting mixture onto flat side of one cooled cookie, then place the flat side of a second cookie on top. Repeat.
Per Serving: 218 calories, 12 g fat (3 g sat), 2 g protein, 27 g carbs, 1 g fiber, 206 mg sodium, 28 mg cholesterol.
Favorite Quotes/Sayings/Prayers: Nothing can happen to me today that God and I can't handle together--I don't know who said it, but reminds me I am never alone with my problems!
People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care--from The Way of the Shepherd: 7 Ancient Secrets to Managing Productive People by Kevin Leman and William Pentak. I saw this in Guideposts (Jan. 08 edition)
This year the Bible verse John 3:16 falls on March 16 (3-16-08), which is Palm Sunday! For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life (John 3:16).
Dear Lord, the sun is rising to start a brand new day. Walk with me and hold my hand as I journey on my way.
Let my mind be always open and not judge others by what they do. Let me see the best in those I meet and leave the judgement up to you.
Open my ears to listen with compassion and concern. For when my lips are silent, only then am I able to learn.
May the words I utter from my mouth come only from my heart. For words of hate and malice can tear a soul apart.
Let my hands be ever gentle as I journey through my day. May they always offer comfort to those I meet along the way.
But if my feet should stumble, let me fall into Your Hand. Help me to see my failings; help me to understand.
And when the sun begins its slow descent and I lay my head to rest, I'll look back upon your glorious day; I hope I did my best.
Please stay with me till morning comes and the day will start anew, and walk with me again, Dear Lord; I can't make it without you... By Teri Frye
Not sure who wrote this, but it has always made me stop and think:
I knelt to pray but not too long, I had too much to do. I had to hurry and get to work for bills would soon be due.
So! I knelt and said a hurried prayer, and I jumped up off my knees. My Christian duty was now done, my soul could rest at ease...
All day long I had no time to spread a word of cheer; no time to speak of Christ to friends, they'd laugh at me I'd fear. No time, no time, too much to do, that was my constant cry. No time to give to souls in need but at last the time to die.
I went before the Lord. I came. I stood with downcast eyes. For in his hands he held a book; it was the Book of Life. God looked into his book and said, "Your name I cannot find. I once was going to write it down...But never found the time."
Inspirational/Helping Folks and Their Websites:
anewyouworldwide.com--Galasso Vigorito makes inspirational plates with family graces on them; also cups and a few other items. The plates look amazing, and how nice to sit down to a meal with your family while eating off an inspirational plate, which also serves as a reminder to thank God for the food you are about to eat. Reasonably priced, I think. I saw an article about this in Guideposts magazine (Jan. 08 edition), checked out the website, and am looking forward to ordering the plates and mugs some time soon.
globallinks.org: This organization gathers unused surplus medical supplies to distribute to those countries where people are literally dying because of want of medical supplies.
worldofgood.com: Next time you need a great gift go to this website loaded with bags, jewelry, etc. These products are made by artisans in developing countries. Your purchase helps them earn a living wage and invest in their communities.
Exercise
lesliesansone.com--I love the walking videos by Leslie Sansone. They are walking tapes, with a few other very easy steps included. She has quite a few DVDs available. The videos are easy on the joints, easy to follow, and Leslie has a cute sense of humor. Very unintimidating videos. Easy to follow. I usually use 2-5 lb hand weights during some of the video--2 lb when moving more quickly, so as not to put too much stress on joints, and 5 lb when moving more slowly and can control the movements. I also use my arms throughout, even though Leslie does not. It gets my heart rate up more. Website: lesliesansone.com
Too Funny!
Kid Stuff
Helpful Hints:
Once you have washed and dried sheets, fold them and place the sheets in the pillowcase that came with the sheets. That way, the sheet set stays together, and you won't have to search for a matching set of sheets.
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