Friday, November 03, 2006
Strength
Thursday, June 22, 2006
Dreams are Reachable
Dreams give you purpose - something to strive for. You continuously grow, reaching for this goal. Sometimes the goal comes easily. For many, the goal seems out of reach. This is how I feel right now - my dreams are unreachable. But, from experience, I know that if I work at them, little by little, dreams are reachable! I read that -- if you write down your dream, break it up into attainable pieces, and look at the parts instead of the whole thing -- as you cross off the parts accomplished, you can see that this dream can be realized.
Nothing has come easily to me. I've had to work hard for everything I have received in my life. I'm not complaining. This has made me a stronger person. For example, I paid my way through college. Yes, I didn't get top grades, but okay grades. But yet, I appreciate what it took for me to get that degree, and it wasn't just studying. I always envied girls in my house that had brand new clothes and nice cars. I wore t-shirts and jeans, and drove a beater car. I had to work instead of party. Since I worked so hard to get through school, I know I accomplished something great!
You can also realize your dreams! It may take a lot of work and time, but, in the end, it is so worth it! Dream Big! Reach for the Stars!
Money Savings Tip
Before you use a coupon, check to see what quantity is really cheaper. Sometimes it pays to use the coupon for the smaller item.
Recipes
I need your help! I'm looking for easy broccoli recipes. I have an over abundance of broccoli in my garden this year. Please help me out and post your recipe.
Thursday, June 08, 2006
Since my mom's birthday just past, I thought it was appropriate to pass on one of my famous quotes that my nieces and nephews will remember me saying long after I'm gone. (Gives you an idea of how many times I've said this one.)
The Bible says "Honor thy mother and father" period. It does not say only if you
can go out with your friends, only if they give you money, ... It says period.
Easy Recipe
Chocolate Covered Frozen Bananas
Cut up Bananas into chunks. Freeze for at least one half hour. Melt milk chocolate chips in microwave. I just melt what I need to cover bananas. You can always melt more. Dip banana chunks in hot chocolate and eat (or put on tray covered with wax paper). So good and easy!
Money Saving Tip
This is one way to save money that I learned from my dog. Use re-usable plastic containers to store left-overs. (How did my dog teach me this? She figured out how to open my kitchen drawers and ate all my plastic wrap, tin foil, and plastic bags.)
Time Saving Tip
Okay - this is your turn. Please post one of your time saving tips. I would love to hear from everyone that reads my blog!
Thursday, June 01, 2006
Dill Dip
1 Tbs seasoned salt
1 tsp dill weed
OR 1 Tbs Pampered Chef Dill Seasoning
1 cup mayo
1 cup sour cream
Great with fresh veggies!
Money Savings Tip
Bring your own coffee, tea, or pop to work. Think about how much you spend each day on these items, and figure out how much you would save a week, a month, a year! It really adds up.
Time Savings Tip
Wardrobe Hunt! This is one thing that I plan to do this week. Invite a friend over and go through all your clothes.
1. Find out what goes together.
2. Organize closet and drawers, keeping these items together.
3. Give away anything that is out of fashion or no longer fits.
4. Make a list of pieces that you need to complete wardrobe.
5. Remember, jewelry can change and enhance any outfit!
This will eliminate wasted time trying to find something to wear, like I am doing every morning.
Sunday, May 28, 2006
Easy Recipe
Chipped Beef Cheese Ball
Money Savings Tip
Time Savings Tip
Monday, May 15, 2006
Breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit.
1 large onion, sliced
1 bouillon cube per pound
Thursday, May 11, 2006
For those graduating from high school, I am so excited that you are going to my Alma Mater - University of Illinois - Champaign-Urbana. Go Illini! I am very proud of you, and finally I get to have some of that Papa Del's Pizza again. Yeah!!
We all have choices in our life, and there are consequences to each choice we make. If we make good choices, good things will happen. If we make poor choices, well... So, be careful on what you choose. Something might look good for the moment - it may be easier, more fun, or whatever, but the long time consequences will outweigh what made it look good. God will forgive us always, but He will not take away the consequences. You may not experience these consequences until years later, but they will come. So, think before you act!
Prayer of the Day
I know that God will help me, but help me until You help me.
Sometimes we get impatient and we want things right now. We need to learn that all things work out for our best, but it may not be exactly what we thought was our best. Only God knows what is best for us. If we give Him our problems, He will take care of them in His time.
Easy Recipe
Parmesan Chicken
Chicken Breasts - Doesn't matter how many
Mayonnaise
Parmesan Cheese
Garlic Powder
Spread mayonnaise over chicken breast so that the skin is thoroughly covered. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Bake in 350 degree oven for about 30 minutes or until done.
Time Saver
When loading dishwasher, put all like kind silverware in same slot. This makes putting away the silverware so much easier.
Money Tip
Libraries are a wonderful place for books and videos or CDs. Check out your local library today.
Monday, May 08, 2006
Thought of the day
One of my favorite prayers is the Serenity prayer.
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
the courage to change the things I can,
and knowledge to know the difference.
We cannot change others, just ourselves. It's harder to look at ourselves than others. It takes courage to change ourselves. We need to ask God for help everyday in figuring out what's ours and what's someone else's.
Easy Recipe
Crock Pot "Cheap" Roast
1 can of mushroom soup
1 pkg of onion soup mix
3 lb round steak - cut in portion sizes.
Cook in crockpot on low for 8-10 hours. Gravy is delicious on mashed potatoes.
Money Saving Tip
At the end of each day, empty change from your pockets, purse, car, or whatever into a jar. Do not use! Put into savings account at the end of each month. You will be surprised at how much you accumulated during that month.
Friday, May 05, 2006
I'm hooked on blogs. I search for blogs on simplicity, saving money, frugality, making money, and recipes. They have given me helpful information. They are from other people, like me, who want a more fulfilled life. Soon, I will learn how to add my favorites to my blog. I just added the search bar!
Easy Recipe
BBQ Meatball Appetizer
1 pkg of frozen Italian meatballs
1 sm bottle of BBQ Sauce - I prefer a sweet BBQ sauce
Put in crockpot and heat until thoroughly heated. Usually takes a couple of hours.
Thought of the day
There is never a winter harsh enough to withhold the promise of spring.
Author Unknown
Money Savings Tip
Use vinegar and water to wash windows. I usually pour about 1-2 cups in a gallon of hot water, use a rag to apply, and wipe off with paper towels (less lint). Windows come out sparkling clean.
Thursday, May 04, 2006
My first blog. This is dedicated to my children - I was blessed with many wonderful nieces and nephews. One of them recently said that God didn't give me any children because He knew I would be too busy with them. I am very blessed - I love them as my own.
Life sometimes gets too complicated. I am looking for a way to simplify my life, get out of debt, go to the basics of life. With this Blog, I hope to share my experiences, knowledge, recipes, gardening tips, "get out of debt" plans, etc. So, I'm off ....
The Jabez Prayer
And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, " Oh, that You would bless me indeed and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!" So God granted him what he requested.
1 Chronicles 4:10
Now for the recipe (very easy to make)
Cranberry Brisket
1 can of cranberry sauce
1 envelope of onion soup mix
Put in crock pot and let cook all day. When done, thicken gravy with cornstarch, and serve with mashed potatoes. So, so good
And a bit on getting out of debt
There are many ways to make money. I've tried out several home businesses, and have found one that I love - selling jewelry! If you have any questions, please e-mail me at auntjanetjwlr@sbcglobal.net.