This goes back to the treat others like you want to be treated. Don't talk about people, don't lie to people or about them, don't say hurtful things -- you know what you would or wouldn't do to yourself. That is how you need to be to others. I know sometimes it is very hard to do but this is one of the 10 commandments.
Other people around you will see how you treat others and will know that you are a good person. If you are constantly blaming others for your inadequacies or talking bad about others, they all know you will do the same to them. Stop it ! ! Don't you remember the Disney movie "Bambi" (one of my favorites) where Bambi's mother told him that if he couldn't say something nice to not say anything at all?? These are good words to live by in all of our lives. It is better to say nothing than to run someone else down for any reason. It is very unnecessary.
We could all stand to learn something from Bambi's mother in this movie -- sweet and nurturing and always looking out for others best interest. This is hard to find in people anymore. People are so cynical anymore about everything and it seems to get worse with every generation. Either that or I'm getting senile -- which I guess is always a possibility but I don't remember people being this hateful when I was in high school (GO Grenadiers ! ! ). You know you always have your rough kids who are mean and hateful but anymore I see a large population leaning this way. It is sad. A lot of people out there need a lot of Jesus in their lives and maybe they would be nicer.
It's Saturday, get out and enjoy the weather wherever you are. I could go for some snow today. Phoenix is going to be in the upper 80's all weekend but I would love some rain or snow : ). This is beautiful weather but here in a few months every one will be wishing for rain or snow in Phoenix when it is over 100 degrees all day and most of the night.
Have a great weekend and enjoy it with others,
Charlene
Watergate Salad
INGREDIENTS:
1 pkg. (4 serving size) JELL-O Pistachio Flavor Instant Pudding & Pie Filling
1 (20 ounce) can DOLE Crushed
Pineapple, in juice, undrained
1 cup JET-PUFFED Miniature Marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans
1 1/2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping
DIRECTIONS:
1. Mix dry pudding mix, pineapple, marshmallows and pecans in large bowl until well blended.
2. Add whipped topping; stir gently until well blended. Cover.
3. Refrigerate 1 hour or until ready to serve.
From Jello's recipes : ) I also add maraschino cherries sometimes to mine. Enjoy!
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Friday, April 29, 2011
“If it is not right do not do it; if it is not true do not say it.” ~ Marcus Aurelius
Some people could learn a lot from this saying : ) along with the 'do unto others'. Why do people feel a need to do or say things that are not true? Or exaggerate the truth to their advantage. Why do people feel the need to have to put people in a position of being less than what they themselves are? I think I have figured this one out -- people don't like seeing in themselves what they don't like and wish they could change so rather than change, they just push the attention off to someone else who is doing or being something that they are not to draw people's attention away from their faults.
I find this is especially true of people who can't take responsibility for their own actions or who fail to make wise choices in their life or business or family. People who find it necessary to degrade other people are no one's friend. If they are talking about others to you, they are talking about you to others when you are not around. You do not need people like this in your life and neither do I. I have chosen to cut all of these types of people from my life and move on. If they can prove that they are changed and will admit the error of their ways, we can move on. Though most people will not do this, some will. Those who will not have their own personal issues that they need to overcome and will always find a scape goat for their failures.
My prayer today is that people will see themselves for who and what they really are and will accept this and move on. My heart tells me that not all will be able to admit their faults and failures. A few days ago, I mentioned a mental diet in one of my posts. It is harder than you think to carry this out. Try to go for seen days with out thinking or saying anything bad about anyone. If you fail and do think or say something bad, you must start over. Try it and see how long you can go on without thinking or saying anything negative about anyone. And most of all, be honest with yourself.
Hope everyone has a great weekend ! !
Charlene
Creme Brulee French Toast
INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons corn syrup
6 French bread
5 eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)
1/4 teaspoon salt
DIRECTIONS:
1. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Mix in brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Pour into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. Remove crusts from bread, and arrange in the baking dish in a single layer. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, half and half, vanilla extract, orange brandy, and salt. Pour over the bread. Cover, and chill at least 8 hours, or overnight.
3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove the dish from the refrigerator, and bring to room temperature.
4. Bake uncovered 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until puffed and lightly browned.
I find this is especially true of people who can't take responsibility for their own actions or who fail to make wise choices in their life or business or family. People who find it necessary to degrade other people are no one's friend. If they are talking about others to you, they are talking about you to others when you are not around. You do not need people like this in your life and neither do I. I have chosen to cut all of these types of people from my life and move on. If they can prove that they are changed and will admit the error of their ways, we can move on. Though most people will not do this, some will. Those who will not have their own personal issues that they need to overcome and will always find a scape goat for their failures.
My prayer today is that people will see themselves for who and what they really are and will accept this and move on. My heart tells me that not all will be able to admit their faults and failures. A few days ago, I mentioned a mental diet in one of my posts. It is harder than you think to carry this out. Try to go for seen days with out thinking or saying anything bad about anyone. If you fail and do think or say something bad, you must start over. Try it and see how long you can go on without thinking or saying anything negative about anyone. And most of all, be honest with yourself.
Hope everyone has a great weekend ! !
Charlene
Creme Brulee French Toast
INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons corn syrup
6 French bread
5 eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)
1/4 teaspoon salt
DIRECTIONS:
1. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Mix in brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Pour into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. Remove crusts from bread, and arrange in the baking dish in a single layer. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, half and half, vanilla extract, orange brandy, and salt. Pour over the bread. Cover, and chill at least 8 hours, or overnight.
3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove the dish from the refrigerator, and bring to room temperature.
4. Bake uncovered 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until puffed and lightly browned.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
"Unless you're willing to have a go, fail miserably, and have another go, success won't happen." ~ Phillip Adams
So here goes another round of trying to get books published and websites full of pictures up for sale. I have some awesome pictures that I have gathered into a folder on my computer for sale and I have 2 completed books that I need to promote. I must get organized again and make another run at it.
I am in the process of starting to read the book The Total Money Makeover and can't really seem to just get started on it. I'm needing a big push today to just get back on track after yesterday. My little puppy is not feeling well. I say puppy but she is 7 years old but she is so tiny and spoiled rotten. : )
I'm off today to try to reach a few other goals that I have and then I'll be back tomorrow to get myself organized. I guess that's why the quote so fits me today. I know I can make it, I just need to get that second wind after failing miserably the first time.
Today, it is "forward" for me -- I must keep going forward.
Happy Thursday -- Almost the weekend !
Charlene
White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
3 tablespoons white sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 (10 ounce) package frozen raspberries
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water 2 cups white chocolate chips
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese,
softened
1/2 cup white sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
DIRECTIONS:
1. In a medium bowl, mix together cookie crumbs, 3 tablespoons sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan.
2. In a saucepan, combine raspberries, 2 tablespoons sugar, cornstarch, and water. Bring to boil, and continue boiling 5 minutes, or until sauce is thick. Strain sauce through a mesh strainer to remove seeds.
3. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, melt white chocolate chips with half-and-half, stirring occasionally until smooth.
4. In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time. Blend in vanilla and melted white chocolate. Pour half of batter over crust. Spoon 3 tablespoons raspberry sauce over batter. Pour remaining cheesecake batter into pan, and again spoon 3 tablespoons raspberry sauce over the top. Swirl batter with the tip of a knife to create a marbled effect.
5. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until filling is set. Cool, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 8 hours before removing from pan. Serve with remaining raspberry sauce.
I am in the process of starting to read the book The Total Money Makeover and can't really seem to just get started on it. I'm needing a big push today to just get back on track after yesterday. My little puppy is not feeling well. I say puppy but she is 7 years old but she is so tiny and spoiled rotten. : )
I'm off today to try to reach a few other goals that I have and then I'll be back tomorrow to get myself organized. I guess that's why the quote so fits me today. I know I can make it, I just need to get that second wind after failing miserably the first time.
Today, it is "forward" for me -- I must keep going forward.
Happy Thursday -- Almost the weekend !
Charlene
White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
3 tablespoons white sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 (10 ounce) package frozen raspberries
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water 2 cups white chocolate chips
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese,
softened
1/2 cup white sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
DIRECTIONS:
1. In a medium bowl, mix together cookie crumbs, 3 tablespoons sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan.
2. In a saucepan, combine raspberries, 2 tablespoons sugar, cornstarch, and water. Bring to boil, and continue boiling 5 minutes, or until sauce is thick. Strain sauce through a mesh strainer to remove seeds.
3. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, melt white chocolate chips with half-and-half, stirring occasionally until smooth.
4. In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time. Blend in vanilla and melted white chocolate. Pour half of batter over crust. Spoon 3 tablespoons raspberry sauce over batter. Pour remaining cheesecake batter into pan, and again spoon 3 tablespoons raspberry sauce over the top. Swirl batter with the tip of a knife to create a marbled effect.
5. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until filling is set. Cool, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 8 hours before removing from pan. Serve with remaining raspberry sauce.
Monday, April 25, 2011
Do what we can, summer will have its flies. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
Summer is here and in Phoenix, that means heat. Time for pools and lemonade by the pool. I love the days of summer where it cools off at night enough so that you can keep the windows open and there is a cool breeze. It's time to dig out the summer clothes and pack away the sweaters and blankets.
In Phoenix, you learn not to heat the house up by cooking inside. Summertime means most everything gets barbecued or baked in a roasting pan outdoors. (Yes you can bake in your roaster outside if you have electrical outlets outside. I just put mine on the patio and plug it in on the table and set the temperature and go about my business until it's done. I bake cake, meat and everything else in the roaster. It's great - try it sometime.
How about barbecue today? Here is an easy sauce for barbecue. If you live in Phoenix or any area that is warm, you can cook this outside on the side burner of your bbq grill.
Enjoy your Monday !
Charlene
Barbecue Sauce
Ingredients
1 Tablespoon Canola Oil
¼ whole Onion, Diced
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 cup Ketchup
¼ cups Packed Brown Sugar
2 Tablespoons (additional) Brown Sugar
4 Tablespoons Distilled Vinegar (less To Taste)
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
⅓ cups Molasses
4 Tablespoons Chipotle Adobo Sauce (the Adobo Sauce Chipotle Peppers Are Packed In)
Dash Of Salt
Instructions
Heat canola oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook for five minutes, stirring, being careful not to burn them.
Reduce heat to low. Add all remaining ingredients and stir. Allow to simmer. Taste after simmering and add whatever ingredient it needs (more spice, more sugar, etc.)
In Phoenix, you learn not to heat the house up by cooking inside. Summertime means most everything gets barbecued or baked in a roasting pan outdoors. (Yes you can bake in your roaster outside if you have electrical outlets outside. I just put mine on the patio and plug it in on the table and set the temperature and go about my business until it's done. I bake cake, meat and everything else in the roaster. It's great - try it sometime.
How about barbecue today? Here is an easy sauce for barbecue. If you live in Phoenix or any area that is warm, you can cook this outside on the side burner of your bbq grill.
Enjoy your Monday !
Charlene
Barbecue Sauce
Ingredients
1 Tablespoon Canola Oil
¼ whole Onion, Diced
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 cup Ketchup
¼ cups Packed Brown Sugar
2 Tablespoons (additional) Brown Sugar
4 Tablespoons Distilled Vinegar (less To Taste)
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
⅓ cups Molasses
4 Tablespoons Chipotle Adobo Sauce (the Adobo Sauce Chipotle Peppers Are Packed In)
Dash Of Salt
Instructions
Heat canola oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook for five minutes, stirring, being careful not to burn them.
Reduce heat to low. Add all remaining ingredients and stir. Allow to simmer. Taste after simmering and add whatever ingredient it needs (more spice, more sugar, etc.)
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