Being a Southern girl, I love comfort food especially when I am feeling badly. It takes me back to when I was little and sick, and my mom making this dish to make me feel better. The only difference is she would do this from scratch and I just don't have the energy or the inclination. This is quick
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It was my birthday this week and I have been in a funk, depressed, and moody and no one really understands why. Birthdays are occasions for presents, friends, and usually a few candles to blow out. Everyone around me has tried to cheer me up with lunch dates, surprise parties and lots of chocolate c
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Whoever thought of this great new gadget must have been sitting next to me at the diner, whenever I angrily rip open one of those sugar packets. Either I tear it and sugar flies everywhere, or I can't get the darn things open at all. Even worse than those packets, are those huge glass jars with th
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Dog days of summer call for cool treats that refresh you without a lot of work! These little "popsicles" are very easy to make ahead in quantity. Just pop into the freezer and enjoy whenever you wish! I have made the recipe substitution-friendly for those of you who have special dietary needs. Jus
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Just purchase a package of Pork Chops and a couple cans of beef broth ( reg or low sodium- whichever you prefer) and in the morining place the chops and broth in a crock pot along with whatever spices or BBQ sauce you like and put on low and when you get home you have pork chops that are not only
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Story Time Felts are made by a company that believes in a hands on approach to learning. Their slogan is "Story Time is Together Time." Their catalog contains felt dolls and clothing, story pieces, calandar and job charts, as well as educational thematic backgrounds with coordinating pieces; like
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I am one of the least handy people in the world and yet even I could install the FootFlush, so I know that you can too. But why would you want to? FootFlush is a silly looking device that attaches to your toilet and when you step on it, your toilet flushes. It looks like a white, plastic foot and
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Ever wake up, pull on your jogging shoes and think about just not running that day? Chances are not, since running is hard with a cane or crutches, or everyday pain. So chances are most of that sugary motivational stuff out there is simply not for you. Here are some more practical things most of us
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I really enjoy scrapbooking. I think it is a new hobby, that creates a great memento for myself, or a perfect present for someone else. I started scrapbooking when I was stuck housebound, due to a recent hospital visit. I like that it is something I can do at my own pace, and I can be as elaborate o
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(This funny list was written by the members of our message boards It made me laugh, and I wanted to share it with all of you) Any conversation can suddenly turn into a round of "Charades". A "good hair day" is when you realize you have some left. You make a grocery list so you wont forget anything
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"The difference in winning and losing is most often... not quitting." - Walt Disney Don't Quit Spoonies!!! -Christine
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