With school nearly out, a lot of people are thinking about where to go on vacation. Some will be checking out hotels on the east coast, some on the west coast, and a lot of checking will be done in between. Some will check out vegas hotels, and some will check out hotels in other countries.  Wherever people go, it’s always good to check out hotel prices and get the best!

We went on a weekend trip to Austin and just returned home, so this is a little late. I hope everyone had a nice, safe Memorial Day today and remembered those who are honored by this day.   My prayers are with those who are defending our country!

Version #1:  Laughing Cow Alfredo Sauce for 2

• 3 wedges of Laughing Cow Light Creamy Garlic & Herb

• 1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk

• 1 Tablespoon reduced fat parmesan cheese

• 1/2 Tablespoon Molly McButter Natural Butter

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Mix all the ingredients over low heat
until everything is melted and smooth, probably about 20
minutes. Stir frequently.  Serve over hot cooked pasta.

Version #2:  Laughing Cow Alfredo Sauce for 4

• 3 wedges of Laughing Cow Light Cream Swiss Original Flavor

• 1 wedge of Laughing Cow Light Creamy Garlic & Herb

• 3/4 cup fat-free milk

• 1 1/2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream

• 1 1/2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Mix all of the ingredients together over low heat until everything is melted and smooth.  Stir frequently.

These are recipes from Weight Watchers.

#1. What’s your favorite white beverage? If you don’t have one, what’s your favorite beverage with something white in it?

I don’t really have a favorite because I’m mostly a tea drinker. White tea is OK, but not my favorite. I’ve had a Vanilla Bean Blended Creme Frappuccino from Starbucks a couple of times that was really good. My favorite beverage with something white in it would have to be a float with vanilla ice cream.
#2. What’s your favorite white gravy, sauce, condiment, dressing or topping?

Alfredo Sauce is so yummy, but we rarely have it because of the high fat content. I fix a low-fat version that’s OK.
#3. What’s your favorite white item from the refrigerated section?

Plain, organic yogurt which I sweeten with Stevia, then add vanilla flavoring & fresh fruit…yummy!
#4. Share a recipe for something white.

Wash green grapes, take off the vine, dip individual grapes in melted white chocolate bark, and then freeze. Store in the freezer until ready to eat. Refreshing during the hot days of summer!

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As we age, we tend to get unwanted wrinkles, some of us more so than others. I think we notice our own wrinkles a lot more than other people do. If a person has a nice smile, most people will notice the smile first. Still, wrinkles are a concern to people, and they might use something like the top wrinkle cream in order to minimize their wrinkles. Just remember that a friendly smile is one of the best assets you have!

No-bake cookies are great for summer when we don’t want to use the oven!

• 2 cups milk chocolate chips (12 ounces)
• 1 T. shortening
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds

In double boiler over simmering water, melt the chocolate chips and shortening.  Stir until smooth.  Remove from heat and stir in raisins and almonds.  Drop by tablespoon onto wax paper.  Chill until ready to serve.

Yield: 2 dozen