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Hanky Panky at the office
No matter where your place of employment, we've all had run-ins with unhealthy working relationships. I found these quick thoughts on safe-guarding ones personal life from ones professional relationships intriguing.
In my life, I've found a similar standard to be helpful in keeping my mind from where I don't want it to go and making sure that my body does what my mind commands. However, I've not articulated it like this before. I'd love to hear what you think about them.
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No matter where your place of employment, we've all had run-ins with unhealthy working relationships. I found these quick thoughts on safe-guarding ones personal life from ones professional relationships intriguing.
In my life, I've found a similar standard to be helpful in keeping my mind from where I don't want it to go and making sure that my body does what my mind commands. However, I've not articulated it like this before. I'd love to hear what you think about them.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/gretchen-rubin/5-tips-to-avoid-having-an_b_64139.html | COMMENTS (0)
When life gives you lemonsMeet my favorite kitchen gadget of the week. I've tried almost every kind of citrus juicer and have come to the conclusion that this one is the best. Sometimes known as a Mexican lemon-lime juicer, it makes sense that my mother-in-law, who is from Mexico, introduced me to it as she taught me the fine art of carne asada.
Guacamole, lemonade, key lime pie and lemon bars are just a few of the fabulous foods whose prep time can be reduced by half. Maybe I was just the last one to get the memo, but I am so proud to finally have one in my kitchen.
Mexican lemon-lime juicers can be found in any local kitchen shop or even Wal-Mart and Target. The price won't make you pucker at only $6-$15.
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Thinking Straight
I've had moments during a "heated conversation" with my husband, or a passionate discussion with a co-worker when my thought are all jumbled and I just don't feel like I can think straight. My logic begins to confuse me, and I'm not sure what we were talking about in the first place. Fortunate for me, this insightful article puts the pointer on the most common thinking errors that we can make, some ideas about where they come from and, best of all, thoughts on how to crawl out of that hole in you logic!
http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifehack/7-stupid-thinking-errors-you-probably-make.html | COMMENTS (0)
I've had moments during a "heated conversation" with my husband, or a passionate discussion with a co-worker when my thought are all jumbled and I just don't feel like I can think straight. My logic begins to confuse me, and I'm not sure what we were talking about in the first place. Fortunate for me, this insightful article puts the pointer on the most common thinking errors that we can make, some ideas about where they come from and, best of all, thoughts on how to crawl out of that hole in you logic!
http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifehack/7-stupid-thinking-errors-you-probably-make.html | COMMENTS (0)
September means Soup!
The recipe that inspires even men to ask if it is time to start making soup again...
Mexican Chicken Chowder
2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, bite-sized pieces
2 cans whole kernel corn, drained
2 cans cream of potato soup
1 can diced green chilies
1 envelope taco seasoning mix
2 Tbls. chopped cilantro
Mix together in a large soup pot and then add:
3 cans chicken broth
Bring to a simmer and then add:
8 oz sour cream
8 oz Mexican Velveeta cheese, cubed
Heat until melted and fully incorporated, stirring constantly
Garnish with a avocado and tortilla chips. Enjoy!
Many thanks to Jenny Anglin for sharing this recipe with me years ago. It has served many MANY tummies well since then.
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The recipe that inspires even men to ask if it is time to start making soup again...
Mexican Chicken Chowder
2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, bite-sized pieces
2 cans whole kernel corn, drained
2 cans cream of potato soup
1 can diced green chilies
1 envelope taco seasoning mix
2 Tbls. chopped cilantro
Mix together in a large soup pot and then add:
3 cans chicken broth
Bring to a simmer and then add:
8 oz sour cream
8 oz Mexican Velveeta cheese, cubed
Heat until melted and fully incorporated, stirring constantly
Garnish with a avocado and tortilla chips. Enjoy!
Many thanks to Jenny Anglin for sharing this recipe with me years ago. It has served many MANY tummies well since then.
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Need a new hair style? This baby girl models the latest!
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Need a new hair style? This baby girl models the latest!
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