Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Making up a Bucket list
I had always thought of a bucket list as something big you wrote about the things you wanted to do before you died. It's actually a fun way to think about all the things you want to do any time of your life. I wrote one for the summer of all the things I wanted to do and see during the summer, in writing my list I took the time to really think about the list. I have lots of things I haven't accomplished so my summer bucket list will spill into the fall as well. They weren't huge things either really things I will sit with my daughter and say I wanted to do this or that but didn't ever get to doing it. By having a list I look at it a lot and remind myself of all the goals and things I wanted to attain during the summer.
My Summer Bucket List included things like:
A trip to Sonnenberg Gardens in Canandaigua
A visit to Canandaigua lake and mb a boat tour
Camping
Go on the trails in our neighbor parks
Visit family
Have a craft sale haven't done that one yet
Go to the Drive in movie
Read at least 3 books
Exercise all summer
YoLickity a ice cream place in town
lose a certain amount of weight
Farmers Market
Go to the local posh restaurants to eat cheesecake by the lake
Go to a baseball game
Just things that are fun that I would like to do during the summer, nothing huge just day to day ...weekend to weekend kind of a reminder of things to do but seem more attainable when they are written down and easier to remember. Usually I come up with things I want to do, get busy and things do't get done.
Make up your bucket list and discover all the fun things you want to remember to do whether it's during the summer, fall or during the winter. Can't wait to write up my fall bucket list....
Sunday, July 28, 2013
5 fruits that will last in the refrig
5 Fruits That Should Stay In Your Refrigerator All Summer
In order to keep your family eating healthy during the next few months, here are some fruits you should always have in your refrigerator. With farmer’s markets opening all around, it shouldn’t be hard to get your hands on these tasty fruits! (photo credit here)
1. Watermelon
This juicy fruit is the sweetest thing to eat on a hot summer day! It will melt in your mouth and have you feeling refreshed with every bite. Not only can watermelon be eaten by itself, it can also be made into popsicles (like this Skinny Mom watermelon popsicle recipe), fruit salad, or even salsa! This versatile fruit provides a sweet addition to any snack! (photo credit here)
1. WatermelonThis juicy fruit is the sweetest thing to eat on a hot summer day! It will melt in your mouth and have you feeling refreshed with every bite. Not only can watermelon be eaten by itself, it can also be made into popsicles (like this Skinny Mom watermelon popsicle recipe), fruit salad, or even salsa! This versatile fruit provides a sweet addition to any snack! (photo credit here)
2. PapayasHealthy and tasty, papaya is rich in nutrients and low in calories making it a Skinny Mom favorite! This fruit is filled with flavor and is perfect for the hot weather!
3. BerriesStrawberries and blueberries are the perfect combination for any occasion. From salads to yogurt, these two berries together provide a tasty treat. Not only do they go well together, they also go great with many other ingredients, like in this Skinny Mom recipe for a kid friendly salad! If you want to eat a healthy and fulfilling snack, berries are the answer!
4. PeachesIf you’re looking for a juicy fruit that is filled with succulent flavor, go out and buy peaches! They have a high nutritional value and contain multiple vitamins. This fruit can be used for a variety of different treats but is especially perfect in a smoothie or a protein shake! Add this together with other fruits and juices and you’ll have a great combination.
5. Grapefruit
Grapefruit is a food that has been found to be a definite tummy tightener! Not only is it delicious in taste, but grapefruit also provides weight loss benefits! While fresh fruit is always appealing, grapefruit cups have sparked a lot of interest. They are easy to carry around, won’t go bad, and come in packs! They can be found at grocery stores and are a good alternative to fresh grapefruit. (photo credit here)
Grapefruit is a food that has been found to be a definite tummy tightener! Not only is it delicious in taste, but grapefruit also provides weight loss benefits! While fresh fruit is always appealing, grapefruit cups have sparked a lot of interest. They are easy to carry around, won’t go bad, and come in packs! They can be found at grocery stores and are a good alternative to fresh grapefruit. (photo credit here)
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Roasting /toasting marshmallows what ever you call it ...it's fun
Roasting or toasting marshmallows never seems to stop being a favorite, kids who go camping with their parents still enjoy doing it . But things have changed a lot since I was a kid with marshmallows.. Back then Dad had a fire going and the three of us kids would be all excited "Hurry, go get your stick." Frantically you search through the yard for the perfect one, not to short, not to green you had to find the perfect one. And when you did excitedly you would run toward the area where the fun was about to begin. The fire where Dad had it roaring the heat made your face glow and Mom had the bag of marshmallows and then the fun began.
Everyone's idea of just right is completely different some like them gently browned, while others like to have their marshmallows flaming and have to blow out the fire. Mine had to be just browned but everywhere, had to be even then to take a bite, nah the whole thing fits in your mouth. The oooo eeee goooooeeeee sweet taste of a marshmallow that had a hidden flavor level only known when roasted. After the time of sweet fun was over and time to go in for the night you would think about the fun you had , the whole family and how you could barely wait till the next time you saw Mom with the bag and Dad with a nice fire.
Now that you have your memories of how much fun it was and how good they tasted, go to the store and start a fire so the fun can begin.
How to Roast the Ultimate Marshmallow - YouTube
www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5QvvnETZ7cAug 20, 2008 - Uploaded by HowcastRoasting marshmallows may seem simple. ... Choose a marshmallow and place it at the end of a roasting ...Kids Roasting Marshmallows - YouTube
www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2jercQ57OgMay 25, 2013 - Uploaded by Casi LarkAlora and Wyatt roasting marshmallows on our first campfire of 2013.
Fireflies
Do you remember when you were a kid on warm summer nights just waiting for it to get dark so you could chase the fireflies. Spent hours trying to catch them when they lit up so you could hold the magic in your hand for just a few minutes then let it go and the fun would begin all over .
We used to go to my grandparents on Friday nights and a bunch of us would go up into the apple orchard behind the house and wait for the blinking and the fun to begin. To this day I enjoy the song about fireflies and when the fireflies come out to play I remember playing with them way back when I was little and how much fun we had. The laughter and the giggling of kids playing was awesome! To see the lyrics and author high light..... and sing along then go chase some fireflies:-)
You would not believe your eyes
If ten million fireflies
Lit up the world as I fell asleep
'Cause they'd fill the open air
And leave teardrops everywhere
You'd think me rude
But I would just stand and stare
I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay
Awake when I'm asleep
'Cause everything is never as it seems
'Cause I'd get a thousand hugs
From ten thousand lightning bugs
As they tried to teach me how to dance
A foxtrot above my head
A sock hop beneath my bed
A disco ball is just hanging by a thread
I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay
Awake when I'm asleep
'Cause everything is never as it seems
When I fall asleep
Leave my door open just a crack
(Please take me away from here)
'Cause I feel like such an insomniac
(Please take me away from here)
Why do I tire of counting sheep
(Please take me away from here)
When I'm far too tired to fall asleep
To ten million fireflies
I'm weird 'cause I hate goodbyes
I got misty eyes as they said farewell
But I'll know where several are
If my dreams get real bizarre
'Cause I saved a few and I keep them in a jar
I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay
Awake when I'm asleep
'Cause everything is never as it seems
When I fall asleep
I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay
Awake when I'm asleep
'Cause everything is never as it seems
When I fall asleep
I'd like to make myself believe
That planet earth turns slowly
It's hard to say that I'd rather stay
Awake when I'm asleep
Because my dreams are bursting at the seams
Songwriter(s):Adam R. Young
Copyright:Universal Music Corp., Ocean City Park
Copyright:Universal Music Corp., Ocean City Park
Lyrics from <a href="http://www.elyrics.net">eLyrics.net</a>
Saturday, July 27, 2013
A thank you note from Sandy Hook School
I had found the note about sending paper snowflakes to Sandy Hill after they had that horrible tragedy happen. They would be hanging the snowflakes up in the halls so the children would be welcome by them when they went back to school. Just something fun.. I love to make snowflakes so there was no thinking about it I cut out a bunch and mailed them. I received a note card from Sandy Hook Elementary School PTA thanking me for the wonderful snowflakes. They had received snowflakes of "all shapes and sizes"
"We will always treasure our blizzard of love."
I thought it was so nice to receive a note from them so I thought it would be fun to share with you as well.
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