I was looking at my stats and noticed that I have visitors from Germany and Russia. While most were from the US, I still want to thank all of you for taking a look at my post.
If you ever need to convert any type of measurement, The best site that I have found is
Covert-me.
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Develop Useful Hobbies
Instead of spending so many hours watching the TV - why not work on a hobby?
There are so many things that can be done such as crafts, repairs, building things that can actually be resold in order to bring extra money into your home.
My grandmother was 61 when I was born. There is not a day that I don't remember her crocheting. She was very good and often sold some of the items that she made.
Knitting has made a come back in the last couple of years, not only is it good to know, but also can bring additional income into your home.
Jewelry makers, candle makers, bakers, are usually always at craft shows selling their creations.
There are the people that make wreaths and floral designers.
One of the more interesting ideas that I saw at the home show last year, was a local honey bee farmer selling his honey.
Farmers markets are a way to sell your fresh produce if you can garden.
Hunting and Fishing can provide food for your family. Just make sure you have the necessary licenses.
Repairs are another option - my mother was a seamstress. Every month or more often if needed I was sent down the block to a man who sharpened knives and scissors. He would sharpen her scissors for a couple of bucks and had a steady stream of business.
These are only some of the options, be sure not to violate any of your local zoning laws. These are suggestions to help increase the money coming into your home, not to cost you more in fines.
There are so many things that can be done such as crafts, repairs, building things that can actually be resold in order to bring extra money into your home.
My grandmother was 61 when I was born. There is not a day that I don't remember her crocheting. She was very good and often sold some of the items that she made.
Knitting has made a come back in the last couple of years, not only is it good to know, but also can bring additional income into your home.
Jewelry makers, candle makers, bakers, are usually always at craft shows selling their creations.
There are the people that make wreaths and floral designers.
One of the more interesting ideas that I saw at the home show last year, was a local honey bee farmer selling his honey.
Farmers markets are a way to sell your fresh produce if you can garden.
Hunting and Fishing can provide food for your family. Just make sure you have the necessary licenses.
Repairs are another option - my mother was a seamstress. Every month or more often if needed I was sent down the block to a man who sharpened knives and scissors. He would sharpen her scissors for a couple of bucks and had a steady stream of business.
These are only some of the options, be sure not to violate any of your local zoning laws. These are suggestions to help increase the money coming into your home, not to cost you more in fines.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Do Your Kids Know Their Basics?
It always amazes me how some 12-14 year olds would not be able to get home if they needed to. My youngest son is 12 and in some ways is eons beyond his peers. Here are some simple things every child should know:
Name and how to spell it
Your Name and how to spell it
Address
10 digit phone number
How to read road signs
How and Where to look for place markers
This may sound silly to some, but it's surprising the lack of common sense things kids know today.
It's amazing that some cannot even state that the Sun rises in the East and sets in the West. Every child should know how to read a map and a compass. Not the electronic versions either!
Name and how to spell it
Your Name and how to spell it
Address
10 digit phone number
How to read road signs
How and Where to look for place markers
This may sound silly to some, but it's surprising the lack of common sense things kids know today.
It's amazing that some cannot even state that the Sun rises in the East and sets in the West. Every child should know how to read a map and a compass. Not the electronic versions either!
Reducing Temptation to Eat Out
One of the easiest ways to avoid temptation and save money is to stop eating out. In addition to menu planning and fixing lunch the night before from your left overs is to use copy cat recipe's.
The best sites that I found for resteraunt copy cat recipes are:
cdkitchen.com
copycat-recipes.net
copykat.com
Another one is top secret recipes, however they sometimes charge for the recipes.
The best sites that I found for resteraunt copy cat recipes are:
cdkitchen.com
copycat-recipes.net
copykat.com
Another one is top secret recipes, however they sometimes charge for the recipes.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Happy Halloween!
Did you ever wonder how it all started?
It turns out that Halloween dates back to the ancient Celtic (Irish, Scottish, Welsh) festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in) marked this day as the end of summer and the end of the harvest season. The following day, November 1 marked their New Year and the start of the long dreaded winter in Ireland, Scotland, Isle of Man, and Wales.
In addition, the Celts thought that the presence of otherworldy spirits made it easier for the Druids to make predictions about the future. To commemorate the even the Druids built huge sacred bonfires where people gathered to burn crops and make animal sacrifices to the Celtic Gods to ward off bad spirits. During the Celebrations, people often wore costumes, typically consisting of animal heads and skins and attempted to tell each other's fortunes.
For more on the History of Halloween, click here.
It turns out that Halloween dates back to the ancient Celtic (Irish, Scottish, Welsh) festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in) marked this day as the end of summer and the end of the harvest season. The following day, November 1 marked their New Year and the start of the long dreaded winter in Ireland, Scotland, Isle of Man, and Wales.
In addition, the Celts thought that the presence of otherworldy spirits made it easier for the Druids to make predictions about the future. To commemorate the even the Druids built huge sacred bonfires where people gathered to burn crops and make animal sacrifices to the Celtic Gods to ward off bad spirits. During the Celebrations, people often wore costumes, typically consisting of animal heads and skins and attempted to tell each other's fortunes.
For more on the History of Halloween, click here.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Majors
Whether you going back to school or just now attending it is important for you to which direction you are headed. The most common major in colleges today is in business. It is also the one that I would least recommend. In reality, business majors are a dime a dozen - meaning there are way too many. Most business majors come out of college straddled with debt and end up starting out making minimum wage or close to it.
Currently there is a severe shortage of Science, Math, and Health related majors. Some of these majors may require a Master's degree to excel in the field, but they pay very well. My son is currently majoring in Electrical Engineering and my daughter in Mechanical Engineering. They will never have to worry about employment, because of the shortage of engineers. If they cannot find employment with a private company, they can easily become self employed.
While fine arts degrees are nice, they are basically pre-unemployment degrees. Let's get real, Prince William may have a degree in Art History, but most people do not have his resources. Most of us live in the real world, where the purpose of going to school is to obtain employment.
Now for the disclaimer. I started off as a Geology major. When I found out the company that I worked for paid for business degrees, I switched my major - BIG MISTAKE. I should have gone back to school full time and earned my geology degree. A mistake I can rectify! Currently I am shopping for Master's Degrees at this time which with only a few undergraduate courses I can qualify for. After all, as long as you have a pulse, you are capable of learning.
Good luck!
Currently there is a severe shortage of Science, Math, and Health related majors. Some of these majors may require a Master's degree to excel in the field, but they pay very well. My son is currently majoring in Electrical Engineering and my daughter in Mechanical Engineering. They will never have to worry about employment, because of the shortage of engineers. If they cannot find employment with a private company, they can easily become self employed.
While fine arts degrees are nice, they are basically pre-unemployment degrees. Let's get real, Prince William may have a degree in Art History, but most people do not have his resources. Most of us live in the real world, where the purpose of going to school is to obtain employment.
Now for the disclaimer. I started off as a Geology major. When I found out the company that I worked for paid for business degrees, I switched my major - BIG MISTAKE. I should have gone back to school full time and earned my geology degree. A mistake I can rectify! Currently I am shopping for Master's Degrees at this time which with only a few undergraduate courses I can qualify for. After all, as long as you have a pulse, you are capable of learning.
Good luck!
So What Are You Eating for Dinner?
I have to say I found the following story amusing.
Man Allegedly Beat Woman with Frozen Armadillo
Published : Tuesday, 18 Oct 2011, 12:26 PM CDT
DALLAS - A man used a frozen armadillo to attack a 57-year old Pleasant Grove woman, Dallas police said.
The incident happened on Sept. 29 in an apartment complex parking lot.
According to investigators, the altercation occurred when the suspect was selling the carcass to the victim, who planned to eat the animal.
The pair apparently began arguing over the price of the item when the man twice threw the armadillo at the woman.
The animal first struck the woman in the leg and then in her chest.
She was reportedly bruised by the attack.
Detectives have been unable to find the man, who could face assault charges.
The incident happened on Sept. 29 in an apartment complex parking lot.
According to investigators, the altercation occurred when the suspect was selling the carcass to the victim, who planned to eat the animal.
The pair apparently began arguing over the price of the item when the man twice threw the armadillo at the woman.
The animal first struck the woman in the leg and then in her chest.
She was reportedly bruised by the attack.
Detectives have been unable to find the man, who could face assault charges.
During the depression it was not uncommon for this to occur. I had found recipes for this in some of the older cookbooks that I had inherited. Just thought I would share a a recipe for you:
Since my cookbooks are in storage, I will share a recipe from Discuss Cooking.
Possum Stew
Yes, I am aware that not everyone eats possum and the old joke about roadkill is truly lame. One should remember that not everyone gets their coffee at Starbucks or their meat at the local grocery. So if possum is not to your liking, just roll over and play dead until next month.
Ingredients:
1 big possum
½ cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium yellow onions, sliced
4 carrots, cut in thick slices
2 cups fresh or frozen corn
3 strips of thick-cut bacon diced
½ cup tomato juice
1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 Habanero peppers diced (wear gloves)
¼ cup white vinegar
10-12 drops Tabasco
salt and pepper to taste
6 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced
Preparation
1. Rub possum with salt and pepper.
2. Brown possum in olive oil in a large skillet.
3. Transfer possum to large dutch oven or stock pot.
4. Fill oven/pot 2/3 full with water.
5. Add vinegar, onions, carrots, corn, and habanero peppers.
6. Bring to boil and add bacon.
7. Cover tightly, reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
8. Bring to boil and add potatoes, garlic, Tabasco, tomatoes and juice.
9. Cover tightly, reduce heat and simmer for another hour.
10. Make a no lump paste of cornstarch and warm water.
11. Add enough paste to stew until thickened to wanted consistency.
12. Add salt and pepper to taste and simmer 15 more minutes
Ingredients:
1 big possum
½ cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium yellow onions, sliced
4 carrots, cut in thick slices
2 cups fresh or frozen corn
3 strips of thick-cut bacon diced
½ cup tomato juice
1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 Habanero peppers diced (wear gloves)
¼ cup white vinegar
10-12 drops Tabasco
salt and pepper to taste
6 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced
Preparation
1. Rub possum with salt and pepper.
2. Brown possum in olive oil in a large skillet.
3. Transfer possum to large dutch oven or stock pot.
4. Fill oven/pot 2/3 full with water.
5. Add vinegar, onions, carrots, corn, and habanero peppers.
6. Bring to boil and add bacon.
7. Cover tightly, reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
8. Bring to boil and add potatoes, garlic, Tabasco, tomatoes and juice.
9. Cover tightly, reduce heat and simmer for another hour.
10. Make a no lump paste of cornstarch and warm water.
11. Add enough paste to stew until thickened to wanted consistency.
12. Add salt and pepper to taste and simmer 15 more minutes
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