Happy Hour Chatter

Last Sunday, while working on the computer, I heard a crash, a loud bang then the pitter patter of feet coming from the basement.  As time went on, I heard rustling in the furnace vent work.   I KNEW no one had broken in the house (certainly no one small enough to be in the vent work).  Boris (the cat)was sitting on my lap, so what ever could it be? Only one answer…..a SQUIRREL!!  I promptly dialed hubster on his cell phone and relayed the bad news.   Of course, he was busy in the field and couldn’t  (wouldn’t) come home to save lil ole me from the big bad squirrel (which sounded like a freakin heard of elephants on the rampage, I might add!).   Nope, he waits until sundown to come home and declare war on the critter.  ( showdown at sundown! How Ironic! ) Anywho, he gathers up the gun, loads himself down with ammo (that ammunition for you city folk!) and proclaims, “If I’m not back up in an ho...

ProArgi-9. Never heard of it, right? Me either, until a good friend (Brad) started talking to me about its health benefits to the cardiovascular system – heart and veins. What exactly is ProArgi-9? Good Question. ProArgi-9 contains L-arginine, which is a vital amino acid that plays a role in a number of physiological functions in the body, but is best known for its cardiovascular benefits. In the body, L-arginine is converted to nitric oxide, which relaxes the blood vessels and regulates blood vessel tone and flexibility. This, in turn, reduces stress on the heart, improves circulation, and lowers blood pressure. It also contains: Citrulline - The amino acid citrulline is metabolized to yield more l-arginine, which in turn provides additional nitric oxide. Citrulline helps to optimize blood flow throughout the body and promote healthy energy levels. Folic Acid, Vitamins B6 and B12 - These ingredients work together to naturally decrease homocysteine levels. Red wine ext...

So….two weeks ago…hubs says “you know, there is a stand on south main street selling big cabbages…you should pick one up to make pigs in a blanket, cuz the leaves will make good blankets.”  I’m like, “ok…yeah…that sounds really good!” Last week I stopped and picked one up….freakin huge!!  Thought “yeah..this will work out great!” and was all excited about it. Last night – after our supper of French toast and bacon, I commence to making pigs in a blanket.  (This is around 9pm!). I always cut around the core to loosen the leaves, then place cabbage in hot water to steam the leaves off and soften them up. Didn’t have a pan big enough.   Thought, “OK…I’ll just put a roaster full of water on the two front/back waters,  get the water nice and hot and put the cabbage in there…that should do the trick.” I got everything set up…...

Hello peeps!  It’s been a little while since I’ve posted something, so thought I’d better get to it.   Every once in a while I run across something on someone else’s blog and it kind of touches the heart.  I found this awhile ago and have meant to post it prior to this.  Today is kind of a blue day in my world (even though the sun is shining and its warm for October!), so it kind of touched me when I re-read it.  I hope you enjoy it. How To Make A Beautiful Life. – Author Unknown Love yourself. Make peace with who you are and where you are at this moment in time. Listen to your heart. If you can't hear what it's saying in this noisy world, MAKE TIME for yourself. Enjoy your own company. Let your mind wander among the stars. Try. Take chances. Make mistakes. Life can be messy and confusing at times, but it's also full of surprises. The next rock in your path might be a stepping-stone. Be happy. When you don't ...