Mmmm.  Turkey, stuffing, and jicama….what?  jicama (pronounced HICK-eh-ma)?  That’s not a Thanksgiving vegetable!  Maybe not, but why not try something a little different among your tradational favorites?  Click here for some ideas for your Thanksgiving menu!

Posted: October 26th, 2009 under Show Notes.
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This bath smells delicious and makes your skin radient.  So says Woman’s World magazine.  Here’s the recipe.  1 c. rolled oats, 1/2 c. baking soda, 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon, 1 T. vanilla extract.  

Blend ingredients until smooth (it will have a flour like texture).  Pour under warm running water while drawing a bath.  Relax and enjoy but don’t eat it.

Posted: October 26th, 2009 under Show Notes.
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“What? You want to stop by in 15 minutes?  Ah…sure, I guess that’s fine. “   How in the world will you get the house clean that fast?  It’s impossible!  Not really, not if you fake clean!  Click here to find out how.

Posted: October 26th, 2009 under Busy Moms, Home.
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If you were the only Chrisitan on earth, would Christianity survive?  It’s a powerful question that has challenged me my whole life.  If you’d like to find some helpful hints on how to share your faith in Jesus Christ, click into this:  Ways to share your faith.

Here’s another:  5 clicks to sharing your faith.

Posted: October 24th, 2009 under Faith.
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I know.  You’re out of ideas for dinner.  You’re out of ingredients and you won’t get to the grocery store until tomorrow.  Well, if you have a can of coke and some chicken, you’re in luck.  Just season your chicken with salt and pepper, throw it in the crockpot and pour a can of Coke over it (it must be regular Coke, not diet and not faux Coke.)  Turn the crockpot on low for 8 hours or high for 3.  Delicious!

Posted: October 23rd, 2009 under Busy Moms, Recipes.
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When a man in Blaine, MN  collapsed on the ice rink, 20 people stood around him without a clue as to how to help.  They found a defibrillator machine but no one felt confident enough to use it…until a doctor was found.  But what if someone’s life…saved or lost…is all up to you?  Would you be ready?  The new defibrillator machines are designed with you in mind.  No experience necessary!  Click here to learn more.

Posted: October 23rd, 2009 under Health.
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Love coffee creamer but not the cost?  Here is a home-made recipe for Amaretto coffee creamer.

Amaretto
1 can sweetened condensed milk (also available in low fat)
1 1/2 cups nonfat milk
Add 1/2 tsp cinnamon and 1 tsp almond extract

Posted: October 22nd, 2009 under Recipes.
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The Minnesota Health Department has become the latest state to set up a toll-free nurse line for those who think they have the flu.  If you have questions about possible flu symptoms you can call the Minnesota FluLine at 1-866-259-4655 for information and treatment options.

Posted: October 21st, 2009 under Health.
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Fall days are best when the house is filled with the smell of something yummy simmering a crock pot.  How about chicken and corn chili?  Here are some great slow cooker recipes for you!

Posted: October 21st, 2009 under Recipes.
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My 16 year old daughter wrote a letter to my husband and me in honor of our 20th wedding anniversary today.   Here’s what it said:

It’s your 20th wedding anniversary!  To help you celebrate 20 years in one day, I am enrolling you in my brand new 3R’s program (and I don’t mean reduce, reuse and recycle).  The steps are:  1.  Reminice   2. Replenish  3. Remap

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Posted: October 21st, 2009 under Parenting, Show Notes.
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