Monday, November 16, 2009
Today I am Thankful for......
Pinching Your Pennies. I have saved SO MUCH MONEY by planning my grocery shopping trips and my back-to-school and holiday shopping with the help of PYP!
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Today I am thankful....
My Religion. I am proud to be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I am grateful that we live in a country where we are allowed to worship how, where or what we may.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Today I am thankful for.....
The seasons. I count myself lucky to live where I do and to be able to enjoy the 4 seasons!
Now --- BRING ON THE SNOW!!!!
Now --- BRING ON THE SNOW!!!!
Friday, November 13, 2009
Frugal Tips for the Holidays...
For the past couple of years I have been using Pinching Your Pennies' online forum to help me with my Christmas shopping. It really is Better Than Black Friday Without The Lines!!!
The Fireman and I never seem to have enough money during the holiday season. It seems there is always a car repair, medical bill, or some other annoying thing there to eat away at the budget.
I am always on the look out for great gifts and I do try to put a lot of thought into what I am getting. I love to give gifts and I wish I could do more, but if wishes were raindrops we would be fish.... (hehehe)
Anyway, what are some of your budget savvy Christmas ideas?
I found a great blog post to share...... But please give me more ideas!!!
The Fireman and I never seem to have enough money during the holiday season. It seems there is always a car repair, medical bill, or some other annoying thing there to eat away at the budget.
I am always on the look out for great gifts and I do try to put a lot of thought into what I am getting. I love to give gifts and I wish I could do more, but if wishes were raindrops we would be fish.... (hehehe)
Anyway, what are some of your budget savvy Christmas ideas?
I found a great blog post to share...... But please give me more ideas!!!
Today I am thankful for......
A nice warm home.... Especially when I know that there are many people living on the streets.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
FREE Toys!! Perfect for the holidays!!!
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Take a picture of your little one playing with a toy, and email the picture to emily@ebeanstalk.com. It's just that easy.
Be 1 of 10 lucky winners to win a $50 gift certificate at ebeanstalk this holiday. Entries will be chosen on their cuteness-level.
Privacy ensured! Entrants will not be spammed. Do not send your address for privacy purposes - just email and the FIRST name of your child.
For everyone: All blog readers will receive a 10% discount at ebeanstalk of any purchase. Enter the code ebeanstalk100 at the cart!
Egg Harbor Bread
I made this bread on Tuesday. It was so yummy! It was pretty easy - even though there are 5 risings. This makes a great sandwich bread! I think this is my new go to bread recipe! Thanks Norah!!!
Egg Harbor Bread
Bernard Clayton's New Complete Book of Breads
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon salt
2 1/2 cups hot water (120-130 degrees)
2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
5 to 6 cups bread flour, approximately
2 packages dry yeast
1 egg, beaten, mixed with 1 tablespoon milk
2 medium loaf pans, greased
In a bowl dissolve sugar and salt in the hot water. Stir in the butter and set aside.
Measure 3 cups flour into the mixer bowl and add the yeast. Blend. Slowly pour in the liquid, using the mixer flat beater. Beat for 2 minutes.
Add flour 1/2 cup at a time. Attach the dough hook and add the flour to form a soft mass.
Add flour if necessary to make a soft, elastic ball that will form around the revolving dough hook and, at the same time, clean the sides of the bowl. Knead for 10 minutes.
The dough has 5 risings before it is made into loaves-the first time for 30 minutes, and 15 minutes each for the remaining 4.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and set aside until dough doubles in volume, about 30 minutes.
Turn back the plastic cover and punch down the dough with extended fingers. Turn the dough over. Replace the plastic wrap and set aside for 15 minutes.
At 15 minute intervals, punch down the dough 3 more times.
Turn the dough from the bowl and allow it to rest for 4 or 5 minutes before dividing into 2 pieces.
Shape each piece into a ball. Flatten with the palm into an oblong roughly the length of the loaf pan. Fold lengthwise, pinch the seam together, tuck in the ends, and drop into the prepared pans. Press down with the hand to force the dough into the corners.
Cover the pans with greased wax or parchment paper and put aside until almost triple in volume. The dough should rise 1 1/2 inches to 2 inches above the rim of the tin in about 50 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees about 15 minutes before baking.
Brush the loaves with the egg-milk wash, and place the pans on the middle or lower shelf of the oven. Bake until the loaves are a golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes, and test done when rapped on the bottom crust with a forefinger. For a deeper overall brown, remove from the pans and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
Remove from oven and allow to cool on a metal rack before slicing.
Egg Harbor Bread
Bernard Clayton's New Complete Book of Breads
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon salt
2 1/2 cups hot water (120-130 degrees)
2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
5 to 6 cups bread flour, approximately
2 packages dry yeast
1 egg, beaten, mixed with 1 tablespoon milk
2 medium loaf pans, greased
In a bowl dissolve sugar and salt in the hot water. Stir in the butter and set aside.
Measure 3 cups flour into the mixer bowl and add the yeast. Blend. Slowly pour in the liquid, using the mixer flat beater. Beat for 2 minutes.
Add flour 1/2 cup at a time. Attach the dough hook and add the flour to form a soft mass.
Add flour if necessary to make a soft, elastic ball that will form around the revolving dough hook and, at the same time, clean the sides of the bowl. Knead for 10 minutes.
The dough has 5 risings before it is made into loaves-the first time for 30 minutes, and 15 minutes each for the remaining 4.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and set aside until dough doubles in volume, about 30 minutes.
Turn back the plastic cover and punch down the dough with extended fingers. Turn the dough over. Replace the plastic wrap and set aside for 15 minutes.
At 15 minute intervals, punch down the dough 3 more times.
Turn the dough from the bowl and allow it to rest for 4 or 5 minutes before dividing into 2 pieces.
Shape each piece into a ball. Flatten with the palm into an oblong roughly the length of the loaf pan. Fold lengthwise, pinch the seam together, tuck in the ends, and drop into the prepared pans. Press down with the hand to force the dough into the corners.
Cover the pans with greased wax or parchment paper and put aside until almost triple in volume. The dough should rise 1 1/2 inches to 2 inches above the rim of the tin in about 50 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees about 15 minutes before baking.
Brush the loaves with the egg-milk wash, and place the pans on the middle or lower shelf of the oven. Bake until the loaves are a golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes, and test done when rapped on the bottom crust with a forefinger. For a deeper overall brown, remove from the pans and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
Remove from oven and allow to cool on a metal rack before slicing.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Today I am thankful for.....
My great kids. I have so much fun playing with them and teaching them. I love watching them try new things and experience new adventures.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Seeing Is Believing
Last year we did this and it was so fun! My kids were excited to the pictures of Santa actually in our living room on Christmas Eve.
This is great for kids of all ages!
This is great for kids of all ages!
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