Check out these gravity defying houses! You’ve got to see the pictures! The people who designed them definitely do not lack imagination or creativity. I would enjoy getting to take a tour inside all of the houses just to see what they look like on the inside, but I can’t imagine living in them!
I imagine most people have seen promotional pens that have company names on them. Well, I used my imagination and wondered what it would be like if bloggers put the name of their blog on those type of pens and passed them out in their local area. That might be a good idea for a few bloggers. It’s not something I would do, but I can see a possibility of it working for some blogs.
My mother had a hard time getting around the last couple of years of her life. I wish she could have had a walk in tub. They are safe and comfortable, and that would have made things so much easier for her. My dream would have been to have one for her with whirlpool massage. Now that would be an awesome tub!
#1. Name one cookbook, cooking website or food blog that you frequently use.
I use allrecipes.com when I’m hunting for a specific recipe. I like the email subscriptions I have from Fun, Crafts and Recipes, Mom Cooks, and My Wooden Spoon. I’m sure there are more good food blogs that I don’t know about. (or have forgotten about)
#2. Do you watch any cooking shows on tv? Which ones?
I used to, but I haven’t watched any in a long time. I like Sara Moulton and Emeril’s shows, and there are some others I can’t think of right now. One of my favorite cooking shows that was on years ago was called The Frugal Gourmet.
#3. Are you in a cooking rut? Name a food or dish that you’d like to find a recipe for.
Yes, I am, and I need to get out of it!! I printed out the recipes below to make this week and next.
#4. Share a recipe created by somebody else that you haven’t tried but would like to.
There are several:
Fried Rice With Eggs (chicken)
Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole
Can you tell we like chicken? 🙂
Well, since I can’t go to Italy for the Anti-Wrinkle Pizza, I decided I would look for a higher fiber pizza crust recipe and this is what I found:
There’s actually a pizza called the “Anti-wrinkle Pizza,” and it can be found in Italy. There are mixed feelings about it as some locals like the traditional recipe, but this pizza offers three times the fiber, is loaded with antioxidants, and is popular with some well known locals. I would definitely like to try it! However, I don’t think I will be going to Italy anytime soon. Let me know if you know of a place in Texas that has it. 🙂
The more articles I read on GMO seeds, the more concerned I am. Our food supply is affected without most people’s knowledge of what is happening. How the DNA of the food grown from GMO seeds interacts with human DNA is yet to be seen. Researchers are questioning and researching the safety of such food. It is very concerning what huge companies can do and how they can have a negative impact on the world situation, all for their own benefit.
My post, Something’s Wrong Here, reveals how many countries in Europe are very concerned about foods containing GMO products. They seem to be more informed than we are.
My first post about GMO foods, Organic Info, contains information about Jeff Cox’s book, The Organic Food Shopper’s Guide, which opened my eyes to the dangers of GMO foods. He has facts about GMO foods that are a little scary.
If you would like to understand more about GMO seeds and how they affect the world then I highly suggest reading these two posts from Lofty Matters. It won’t take up much of your time, but these two posts will give you a great summary of the situation:
1. What is one food that is grown, produced or made near where you live.
Peaches are grown in the north central Texas area and are so juicy & yummy! I can’t wait to get some.
2. What is one food from another location that you haven’t had anything like anywhere else.
When we were in Hawaii several years ago, we went to a luau. That was really fun and we ate food that was different from what we have here.
3. What is your favorite food from somewhere else?
My mother-in-law has places close to her where people can go and pick fresh strawberries. They are so fresh and flavorful. I wish we could do that here in Texas!
4. Share a family, ethnic or international recipe.
Peggy’s Singapore Curried Chicken
This is a recipe from a friend that I really want to try. Sounds delicious!
This is a great recipe for a special occasion!
Ingredients for Curried Chicken:
Ingredients for Singapore Curry:
Cook chicken in water and salt until tender. Cool, debone, and cut into small pieces.
To make the sauce, melt margarine, add onions and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Mix in salt, flour, and curry powder. Add to margarine and stir until smooth. Add liquids and cook, stirring constantly until thickened. Add chicken and cook about 5 minutes.
Serve 1 cup rice per serving, topped by curried chicken mixture. Add sliced bananas, pineapple, coconut, peanuts, onion rings, and tomatoes.
Makes 8 servings.
Glutathione, which occurs naturally in some foods, helps in keeping down weight, according to studies done at the University of Michigan. Now that I’m older and gain weight easier, I’m looking for healthy ideas…but not boring or tasteless ones! Here are some foods which are rich in glutathione and are definitely not boring or tasteless:
Being organized is a good feeling! It feels great to be able to get something when it’s needed without having to hunt for it.
There are all sorts of great organizing products in stores now for organizing the kitchen, etc. Having everything needed to do a job, and having it organized, eliminates the frustration of not being able to complete a task because of not having a needed item. The office area of a home is an area where organization really comes in handy. Having the right office supplies at hand makes the job easier.
What better time to work on organization than during the summer. If there are unused items to get rid of to make more space, it’s the perfect time for a garage sale! There’s always room for improvement in the area of organization, so whether it’s a room or maybe just a desktop, now is a great time to get better organized!
Trying to lose weight? Many consider fiber one of the best weight loss tools. Not only does fiber fill up the tummy by absorbing many times its weight in water so that a person feels satisfied after eating, but it lowers cholesterol by soaking up the fat in our bodies.
Here are a few ideas to get added fiber in our diets: