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Philosophy! Philosophy! Philosophy!

2012-01-08T20:26:00.001-05:00

Review on my two new facial products. Will do the positive one first....

I received the Microdelivery Purifying Peel and can't say enough about it!! O M G leaves my skin feeling as soft as a baby's bottom! Smells awesome and refreshing and this is only using it once so far and already see a difference in my skin tone and texture.
It is a small tube and at least I tend to over use a product, you only need apply a dime-sized amt 3 times/week. Adding to my facial regime tonight!

Retails for $40.00 on philosophy.com for a 3 oz tube. As I was saying am buying all products on ebay now and bought it for 30.00 w/free shipping!

As I said when I first bought this I just added this to my regime. I use it twice a day directly after cleansing and microbrasion. Perricone Deep Wrinkle Serum - lists on their site for $180.00 - are you kidding me, REALLY? Got it on ebay for 35 bucks, thank God b/c I see no difference at all. I think the philosophy serums work much better for me. I am so glad I didn't buy this "miracle" deep wrinkle cream at full price and never would but found it to be a total farce and it has a perfumy smell that I don't like. Will finish the bottle and if a miraculous loss of wrinkles happen, will let you know lol ;)

Thumbs Down!

Shoe Whore Found My Winter Collection At A Steal!

2012-01-05T21:00:00.003-05:00

I am buying 99% of my shoes/boots from 6pm.com, Amazon.com and Shoedazzle. Only the riding boots I got from Kohl's.

So here are some of my favs of the season!

6pm.com 39.58 w/free shipping
Luchiny You Got It

Amazon.com

Michael Antonio Women's Sabena Boot

$32.07

6pm.com

Type Z Lea

42.50 (they have gone up to $59.70)

Amazon.com

Jessica Simpson

$25.00 (now they are up to $75.00)

6pm.com

Aldo Cambell

$42.00

6pm.com

Micheal Antonio Mark

$51.00

Lourdes

ShoeDazzle.com

31.95

Kohl's ran for $60 - $75 but w/discounts and coupons came to about 28 bucks/each!

http://www.6pm.com/shoes

http://www.amazon.com/l/ref=nb_sb_noss/672123011

http://www.shoedazzle.com/

~Beef Stew~

2012-01-04T20:00:00.000-05:00

~*Beef Stew*~

1 - 2 lbs of Stew Beef
Garlic Powder
1 48 oz Can of College Inn Beef Broth
1 14 oz Can of College Inn Beef Broth
1 Can of Campbell's French Onion Soup
1 Can of Carrots
2 Cans of Green Beans (any style you prefer)
1/4 Cup of Peas
1/4 Cup of Corn
4 Cans of Small Potatoes
1 Packet of McCormick's Beef Stew Flavor Packet
3 Table Spoons of Flour
1/2 Cup of Water
Loaf of Bread - We have a great bread made out of Connecticut that is absolutely delicious. So I provided the link. The one that I used today is the Olive Oil mix.

In a frying pan brown stew beef and a couple of sprinkles of garlic powder.

Add broth, french onion soup, vegetables and potatoes into large pot. Add browned stew beef with pan drippings to stew. Bring to a full boil then add the beef stew flavor packet.

Making the Rue

Place water into small frying pan, bring to a boil, add 3 tablespoons of broth from pot to boiling water. Add flour and stir vigorously until the mixture is smooth. Add to beef stew and stir. Simmer stew for 6-8 hours. Ready to serve.

Link to the Chabaso Bread Site.....
http://www.chabaso.com/

Enjoy!

A Gal Has To Do What A Gal's Gotta Do!

2012-01-03T22:00:00.001-05:00

I became a Philosophy lover back in December 2009 and I fell in love with their products. This is the way I pamper myself.
From the Grace Fragrance Collection of Spritzes, Body Washes and Lotions to their top of the line skin care products ranging from head to toe! I love them all! I originally used the "Hope Line" but they came out with a treatment regime for over 40 skin and can't say enough about it!! It has done wonders for my skin. It's called, "Miracle Worker" and I use it all. Also incorporated into my regime is a weekly Oxygen Peel and Microdelivery Peel.

Daily I start with Purity Made Simple, f/b Microdelivery Exfoliating Wash twice a day, which leaves your face fresh and clean! I added into the mix, Perricone Deep Wrinkle Serum which is applied day and night directly after washing your face and exfoliate. Then I use Miracle Worker Miraculous Anti-Aging Antioxidant Pads. After cleaning, I use the Miracle Worker Products, When Hope Is Not Enough Hyaluronic Acid & peptide Capsules, f/b - Miracle Worker Skin Cream and Eye Cream along with Hope in a Tube high density and eye and lip firming cream.

I start with Purity Made Simple, f/b Microdelivery ExfoliatingWash using the Clarisonic Skin Cleaning System (GREAT PRODUCT!) I rec'd it as a gift and I love it!! It truly makes my skin feel so soft and I can see a huge difference! This is f/b Miraculous Anti-aging Retinoid pads , Help Me Facial Cream and the Help Me Peptide Capsules followed by the "When Hope Is Not Enough Moisturizing Facial Cream and cover it with When Hope Is Not Enough Replenish Cream and Miracle Worker Eye Cream along with Hope in a Tube high density and eye and lip firming cream . Sounds like a lot but it's really quick and easy to use.

My treat of a home facial includes, which I try to do twice a week -
Start with I start with Purity Made Simple, f/b Microdelivery ExfoliatingWash using the Clarisonic Skin Cleaning System to clean your skin well.
Oxygen Peel and Microdelivery Peel f/u by Hope Springs Eternal Face mask then on to my nightly regime and add the Hope Springs Eternal Spritzer (smells fabulous!).

http://clarisonic.com/shop/sonic_skin_cleansing_systems/sonic_skin_cleansing_system_classic/index.php

(I am sure you could find on ebay for alot less!)

Nightly Regime along with the Miracle Products

Weekly Luxury :)

I just ordered the Microdelivery Purifying Peel from ebay where I am now buying all the products and getting them "new" at 1/2 or 3/4 of the price :) Can't wait to get it!!

Although it is pricey, it is WELL worth it and has made a huge difference on my skin. Also, the products last a long time so I get the most for my buck ;)
But now on a limited budget, I have found these products on ebay with free shipping.
Just added this to my regime. I use it twice a day directly after cleansing and microbrasion. Perricone Deep Wrinkle Serum - lists on their site for $180.00 - are you kidding me, REALLY? Got it on ebay for 35 bucks ;) Haven't seen a difference just yet so can't really review it yet.
This is used directly after Cleaning.

Prices and products can be found here. Plus there is always a free added bonus, coupons come in the mail and free samples!!
http://www.philosophy.com/

Coconut Pineapple Caramel Ice Cream Cake

2011-08-30T22:00:00.000-04:00

I made this for my party and man was it good!! My favorite is still the Pumpkin Spice and Eggnog both are Edy's Limited Edition and will be out soon :)
The summer Limited Edition from Edy's is Coconut Pineapple.

Ingredients (for using an 9X14 pan) If you use a 9X9 split recipe in half.

3 Quarts Edy's Coconut Pineapple Ice Cream (hey it's low fat lol)
2 Jars of Mrs. Richards Caramel Sauce
1 Bag of Butterscotch Morsels
1 Can of Pineapple Chunks
2 Bags of Vanilla Oreo Cookies
2 Bags of Shredded Coconut
1 Lg Tub of Cool Whip
3 Sticks of Butter

Directions

In a 9 x 14 pan, crumble up cookies and place on bottom of the pan. Melt butter and mix into the cookies, stir evenly. Pour melted caramel sauce on top of ice cream. Sprinkle butterscotch chips, pineapple and one bag of shredded coconut on top. Save a little of the chips and coconut to top off cake. Add whip cream. Sprinkle top with the remaining coconut and butterscotch chips.

ENJOY!!

Grilled Teriyaki Pork Ribs & Portugues Round Fries

2011-08-30T21:57:00.000-04:00

I love marinades and use a variety. I am particulary fond of World Harbors Marinade. They come in a variety of flavors that are delish! Tonight I tried the Teriyaki on Pork Ribs and it was awesome!

This is so easy to make as all my recipes are.

Ingredients

3 Lrg/Lean Pork Ribs
1/4 Bottle of Teriyaki Marinade
3 Small Potatoes of your choice - I used 3 small reds

Directions

Pork

Place ribs in plastic bad, add marinade. I let mine marinade over night. Grill until ready to serve per taste.

Potatoes

Slice potatoes as thin as possible. In a frying pan coat to cover with olive oil. Add potatoes cook until browned.

That's it!

I served it with Portugues Round Fries, Brussel Sprouts and Corn On The Cop.

ENJOY!

http://www.mizkan.com/Brands/WorldHarbors/ProductsAndFlavors/

Italian Macaroni Salad

2011-08-30T21:00:00.002-04:00

Gotta love the summer salads!!

Italian Macaroni Salad

Ingredients

1 Box of Rotini Pasta (I always use Dream Fields Pasta, only 5g carbs/serving
1/4 lb Genoa Salami
2 Lrg Cucumbers
3oz Kidney Beans
5 Pepperchinis - chopped
1 Lrg Red Onion - chopped
1 Tbs Fresh Basil - chopped
1 Tbs Fresh Oregano - Chopped
1 Clove of Garlic - Finely Chopped
1 Small Can of Sliced Black Olives
Handful of Green Beans
Parmesan Cheese
Italian Dressing or any type of dressing you prefer.

Directions

Boil Pasta, drain and cool. Add all above ingredients and mix well. Top with Parmesan Cheese and Salad Dressing of your choice.

ENJOY!!

It's All About The Shoes!

2011-08-30T20:14:00.003-04:00

If you know me, you know that shoes are my weakness! I absolutely love everything about a gorgeous heel. My friends think it's funny as well as I do that if I wear flats, not including flip flops, I fall down lol!! The higher the better. I did however order a gorgeous turquoise pair of shoes and without looking carefully they ended up to have a 6" heel and that is just too high!! So those puppies went back. As far as I go with a heal is 4 1/2". I have also talked about the 2 sites that I buy all my shoes from now 6pm.com and Dr.jays.com - GREAT buys! 6pm especially, the shoes fit to size and are the most comfortable shoes that I ever had. Also have posted before although I don't like Jessica Simpson, her shoe line is fabulous!

I haven't blogged in so long, so these are some of the shoes that I bought back in June - present for my new job. And I am so happy to say that purple is in!! I went crazy adding more purple shoes and boots to my wardrobe, as well as clothes but that'll be a different blog ;)

Jessica Simpson Angie Boot - LOVE LOVE LOVE THESE!
$60.90

Jessica Simpson Arcadia - Purple Passion

Black Steve Madden Taliaa - Black Suede
$38.48
Gabriella Rocho Tama - Teal
$45.00
Sling Back Pump - Blue
$29.99

RSVP - In Purple, Black & Brown - The most comfortable shoes that I own!
$28.10

Micheal Antonio Musa Ankle Boot
$39.99

http://www.6pm.com/
http://www.drjays.com/

Check these sites out!

Purple is the HOT Color of The Fall & Winter & I am Stoked!

2011-08-30T20:00:00.002-04:00

My two favorite colors are purple and pink. I am soooo happy that purple is the color of the season. I purchased quite a bit of purple for my work attire and as in my other blog - purple shoes and boots mmm mmm mmm!! Love it!!
Here are some of the clothes that I have bought for my fall/winter wardrobe.
All of which came from
http://www.dressbarn.com

Scroll Print Duet with Lace Trim

$39.99

Marled Cardigan with Tab Collar and Sleeves
$39.99

Lace Trimmed Camisole

$19.99

This will look great under the sweater!

Belted Cross Dyed Blazer - this will be great with my black pencil skirt, gra or black pants or my black maxi skirt $39.99

Must Haves!

Adjustable Strap Camisole

On Sale for $12.74 (buy one get one half off)

I bought in Purple, Brown, Black and White

Tummy Control Trousers - they fit so well and are sooo comfy. I have them in many colors- Black, Navy, Grey, Olive, Tan $29.99

I love the maxi skirt! They looks so good w/boots. I have them in Black, Plum, Brown and Tan

Moleskin Maxi Skirt $39.99

We all need the Little Black Dress ;)

I bought this during their dress sale for $25.00

http://www.dressbarn.com

Starting Tomorrow!

2011-06-24T02:13:00.001-04:00

I went to Manny's this week to have my last binge on my food addiction, like an alcoholic that is facing rehab, I went nuts. The food up there is the best that I have had, not including NYC, but a close second for sure. This was a Prime Rib Dinner With Portuguese Rice and Their Infamous Chip French Fries...a food addict's dream lol!!
OK now to the issue. As I have posted many, many times that I am an emotional and destructive eater. I have again reached a bottom with my food addiction and ready to do something about it. I was reading my old blog on how well I was doing with this ~~diet~~ "Life Style Change" which I prefer to call it b/c for me the work DIET is a four letter word and does not work for me. In reading the blog, I began to beat myself up instead of saying, hey you were doing great and can do it again. So I turned it around and re-posted it to show me that I can do this! I was powerless getting ill from Mold Exposure and I continue to struggle with this illness on a daily basis in all shapes and forms. My last work out a week ago, was a disaster. I had a horrible and scary asthma attack and my throat felt like it was closing up...ahhh...good excuse to use for not exercising. Anywho, I got more meds for it and talked to friends who work out daily about this and they suggested that I take it real slow....Then my negative mind thinks, wth bother?! WTF is that going to do?! My positive mind tells me, it's a start and better than nothing. When I had the attack at the gym, I went right for my 3.8 fast walk then 4.2 job - took me out. So tomorrow will try again, I am determined in my social life not to let this illness beat me so let's go and do it for weight loss and exercise.

I am not going to my end weight in March b/c I was lieing to myself about my weight gain and in 3 months packed on 20 something pounds vs the 6 I have been telling others and myself...time to come clean. Weigh in today was 176lbs Size 14 but a tight one.

I will do what I did before and blog weekly about my weight loss, my struggles, food that I am eating and my exercise regime.

For the gals on my Facebook Change In Life Style Page...

WE WILL DO THIS!!!

So here it begins.....

F U FOOD! lol

August 2009 - 190lbs

Today 6/24/11 - 176lbs (had no pics alone so posted my lasted pic with my BFF)

6/24/11 - Starting Weight - 176lbs

Goal Weight 125lbs

51lbs To Lose

My Low Carb Diet - Here I Go Again! But It's All Good

2011-06-24T01:33:00.000-04:00

My Low Carb Diet

I was doing great on my lifestyle change when It began back in January. I even exercised and was enjoying the results. But I got hit with an illness that literally almost killed me and was so sick that I was and have been unable to exercise. I have recommitted myself in doing so b/c once again I am using food as a drug and have reached a bottom with it. I once again have committed to a lifestyle change in my eating habits with a group of gfs. I was and have been totally disgusted about myself and my food addiction. I am finally ready and willing to do something about it along with the support of my fellow lifestyle changing friends.
This is the diet that I followed 7 years ago that I was able to shed 100lbs and kept it off for 4 year until shit hit the fan in my life.

“The Nancy Diet”

Limit your Carb intake to 20 grams a day for two weeks, then 40 grams thereafter.

NO SUGAR

Things that you can’t eat:

No Pasta

No Bread

No Potatoes

No Sugar

No Rice

No White Flour

No Corn, Carrots, Peas

No Milk

Low Carb Products that I use that taste great!

Dream Fields Pasta (all types including lasagna noodles)

Ice cream – Carb Smart

Yogurt and Yogurt Smoothies – Dannon Light and Fit

South Beach Diet - Cereal, Granola Bars

Flax –Z-Snack – Low Carb Cereal, Oatmeal and Granola

Big Train – Pancake Mix, Cookies, Hot Chocolate and a variety of Coffee Drinks

Maple Grove Farms – Low Carb Maple Syrup

Jello Brand - Sugar Free Jellos and better yet yummy puddings in all varieties!

Special K – Low Carb Cereal

Pepperidge Farms Low Carb Bread

This web-site has wonderful low carb products…

http://www4.netrition.com/low_carb_products_page.html

The only artificial sweetener you can use is Splenda.

Eat the above low carb products sparingly. Because the carb count can add up.

Be careful when products do say low sugar/low carb…you are looking at the carb count make sure that the grams low.

Don’t use low fat/non fat products because they carry more sugar than the regular items i.e.: Salad dressing, cream cheese, cottage cheese, etc.

Use half and half in coffee/tea and cereal vs. milk.

You can eat any meat and cheese products or protein. The meats and cheeses are your main source of intake. They should fill you up so you shouldn’t feel hungry.

If you do cheat on the diet you will end up gaining weight because you will be eating a lot of calories and fat with the meats and cheeses.

THESE ARE DELICIOUS!! I love the lemon!

https://service.netrition.com/

What I Wrote Back In March & I will get there again

2011-06-24T01:00:00.000-04:00

From a March Blog...put this back up to show myself that I can do it. Update On My Weight Loss

I have been so lax at blogging these days...I have such a full social life (which couldn't be happier about) now that it leaves little time for blogging. I used to do my blogging on the weekends that are now packed w/lots of fun activities that I love!! I have made some great friends this year and am so happy to once again have an active social life.
This post should have been up Jan. 31st , relating to my weight loss and change of lifestyle, but as I said I have been too busy to focus on writing which I really need to try to ~~squeeze~~ add into my new lifestyle because I love to write, it's one of my passions and stress relievers. Someday I do hope to publish a book, I have about 5 pages written so far, then add to it w/my personal blogs from my site here...but that's a whole other story.

Anywho back to my weight loss.
My starting wt 1/2/11 - 180lbs
As of 3/31/11 - 155lbs
I have stuck to my low-carb diet, cheating maybe 5 times but this is a process not a race. I am happy with the way things are going and not beating myself for a cheat here or there, as long as I no longer USE food as comfort and emotionally ~~eat~~ binge. As of 2/18/11 - I was down to 160lbs, size 12 jeans falling off of me. I am too sick at the moment to post pics of myself right now (bad respiratory infection) but have to say that I lost another 5lbs since. I am now in a size 12 but they are fitting as in these pics, baggy ass right now, but I still can't get my size 10's over my thighs yet! I have had one illness after another and haven't been able to commit myself to working out because of being sick at least once a month since Jan. Once I am feeling well again, I will be hitting the gym and know the rest of the weight will come off.

2/18/11 - 160lbs in lose fitting size 12's :)

I have jeans sized from 2-16 so I really didn't want to buy a pair until I could fit in my 10's, but when your jeans slide down your ass and fall off of you without unzipping them, it was time to break down and buy a pair. I am a Gap girl and only wear Gap jeans but was not going to waste my money on a 50-60 dollar pair of jeans right now that will soon be too big so I bought a cheap pair of Lee's at Kohl's and they are a "skinny jeans" size 12 so they fit like a glove and can't wait to wear them!
Kohl's is a dangerous store with all it's discounts and yes that will be my next blog lol!! These were originally $29.99 marked down to 24.99 adding my $10 off and 20% off coupon - I got them at a steal for $11.99 - can't beat that!

http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/landingpages/lee/womens/jeans/PRD~622855/Lee+Classic+Fit+Slimming+StraightLeg+Jeans.jsp

New Summer Recipe!

2011-06-12T21:00:00.001-04:00

When my friends and I went camping last weekend at a wonderful resort here in CT, we stumbled upon a great little farmer's market on the grounds. Loving hot and spicy food, I picked up a marinade called, Hoboken Eddie's, Mean Green Marinade - described as Smokey roasted jalepeño and lime juice combined with southwestern spices. It has a nice bite but not too hot.

I found the web site online and can't wait to try the other flavors.
http://www.hobokeneddies.com/page.asp?ID=5

I marinaded chicken strips for 8 hours and then grilled it and it was so delicious! I served the spicy grilled chicken with a summer favorite of ours, grilled veggies and rice.

Ingredients

8 Boneless Chicken Strips - I used Tyson Frozen Strips
Hoboken Eddie's Mean Green Marinade
Fresh Veggies - I used Asparagus, Chopped Zucchini & Red Onion
4 Cloves of Garlic
1 Tsp. Fresh Oregano
1 Tsp. Fresh
Olive oil
Parmesan Cheese
Rice of your choice - I used Lipton's Chicken and Broccoli Rice Mix

Directions

Place uncooked chicken strips in plastic baggie, add marinade (eye balled - enough to cover the chicken completely). Refrigerate for 6-8 hours. In aluminum foil add fresh veggies and whole cloves of garlic. Add herbs. Drizzle with olive oil. Cover the veggie mixture with aluminum foil. Place veggies on grill for 15 minutes before you place the chicken on grill. Place chicken on grill. Grill chicken for 20 minutes while continuing to grill the veggies. Cook rice as directed. After the veggies are grilled, sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese. Serve!

ENJOY!

http://www.hobokeneddies.com/index.asp

New Job, New Shoes!

2011-06-12T20:27:00.003-04:00

I am starting a new phase of my journey with a new job. I no longer can work in nursing homes or hospitals because of an illness that I contracted. To make a long story short, I can not be around chemicals or I have severe allergic reactions which will make it impossible to work in that kind of environment. At first, I did feel devistated, I love working with the elderly and have to say that I am excellent with that population, it has been a very painful experience. Picking myself up, I began to think outside the box and found a nursing position in an office setting. Although this is a far cry from hands on care that I love, I find that this will be a very challenging endeavor and I am looking forward to working for this company. I am going to love working in the city again for one thing (WOOT WOOT LOL) and I am very good with a computer which will be the majority of my work along with public relations as a Health Care Consultant. Anywho onto the shoes..
With this new job, I need new shoes! Most of my summer shoes are now flip-flops, most fancy but not in the dress code of an office environment so I went nuts and continue to surf the net for new buys! I found 2 GREAT shoe site that one are very reasonable priced and more importantly for me have AWESOME shoes :)
Here are some of the shoes that I have purchased so far...

The first 2 shoes are from the Web Site - DrJays.com

http://www.drjays.com/shop/G1-R375/womens_brands.html

These have to be one of my favorite buys! I have never had a print shoe like this one and love them. They are so comfortable!! Steve Madden at a steal!

Oyster Peep Toe Pump

$49.99

LOVE LOVE LOVE THESE!!!

Baby Phat

Paula Clog Bootie

$43.99

Minx Me Esta Peep Toe Pump

$50.00

These are from the other great shoe site that I found - 6PM.com

http://www.6pm.com/shoes

RSVP

$30.91

I can't stand Jessica Simpson but LOVE her shoe line, they are so me! These I spent a little more $ on but they are so comfortable, even with the 5" Heel but I find heels more comfy than flats and actually constantly fall down in flats lol!

Jessica Simpson Shoes, Kooza Sandals

$89.00

Then my old stand-by, Payless - How could I pass these up at $13.50?

Kutarug Hooded Sling

Fioni

$13.50

And Then Kohl's

With all my coupons and discounts I got these babies for $11.49

ELLE™ Yalena Platform High Heels

original $59.99

Sale $29.99

That's all folks!

Giving Up Cigarettes

2011-06-12T19:49:00.000-04:00

I took a huge step in looking at my smoking addiction and decided to give it up. I have made ~~several~~ half ass attempts over the years using the patch, the gum & hypnotism - nothing worked. One of my close friends and his wife began this journey a while back using the E-Cig (Electronic Cigarette). They both had the same issues with quitting as I did...I need the hand to mouth motion, see smoke and the habits that come with cigarette smoking were lacking in the other methods. I am doing great with the E-Cig! I have only smoked 3 packs of cigarettes this week and this is amazing coming from a carton a week (sometimes more) smoker. When I get the urge, I just fire it up. My husband decided to do so also, which is a big help.
My friend did research online before purchasing this brand and it is said to be one of the best out there. The price is great also. With the discount and coupon that I used, I got the kit for 139.99 which is less than two cartons of cigarettes. It came with enough equipment for both my husband and I to have an ample supply.
There are many different kits that you can check out. They even come in the flavor cigarette that you smoke with a wide variety of flavors and kits to choose from.
The site is called, "V2 Cigarettes
http://www.v2cigs.com/"

I purchased the, "Ultimate Kit" which you can check out....
http://www.v2cigs.com/products/V2-ULTIMATE-KIT.html

Don't worry, I will never be one of those pain in the ass reformed smokers lol!

Garbage Pasta or Everything But the Kitchen Sink!

2011-04-30T21:00:00.002-04:00

Without a paycheck coming in our usually Sat. night take out and/or Date Night out could not happen this week. I am the "winter chef" in our house and Jerry cooks in the spring/summer months but I wanted to do something nice for him b/c he has been wonderful to me during this illness. I went through our cabinets and fridge and came up with this new dish. Yes it is similar to other pasta dishes that I have made but it does have a different twist. It was delicious! I am calling it, "Garbage Pasta" and/or "Everything But the Kitchen Sink"

Ingredients:

1 Box of Dream Fields Pasta - I used Angel Hair
8 Cloves of Garlic, chopped
1 Tbs Fresh Basil, finely chopped
1 Tbs Fresh Oregano, finely chopped
Olive Oil
1 Cup Broccoli
1 Cup Cauliflower
1 14 oz. Can of Italian Tomatoes, drained
1 14 oz Can of Shiitake Mushrooms
1/4 Red Onion, Chopped
Handful of Green Olives
Handful of Black Olives
Gorgonzola Cheese Crumble to taste
Fresh Parmesan Cheese - to taste

Directions:

Cook pasta as directed. Drizzle olive oil in large skillet. Add garlic and herbs, sautee' for a few minutes. Add all above ingredients. Cook on medium heat for 20 minutes. Drain pasta, add mixture and top with Gorgonzola cheese and grated parmesan cheese. Serve!

ENJOY!

That Damn Kohl's Cash Gets Me Everytime!

2011-04-30T20:43:00.002-04:00

Me, who right now is not getting paid but that is an entirely different story, had to shop, just had to! But wth can resist Kohl's? I can't believe the buys that I get there, unreal and way too good to pass up. Me, the shoe whore picked up some real cute flip-flops that actually have a small heel on them which makes me even happier b/c I hate being short lol! The big thing is that I bought a swimsuit...a women's worst nightmare. I ordered it online not even trying it on and I have to say it looks really good on me, which is a big deal for a woman to say - right ladies ;) Annnd...I bought one w/color not the usually black to hide in.

I bought these both in White and Black and they are so comfy and cute!! The pic does them no justice.
SO® Beaded Rhinestone Wedge Flip-Flops

$6.99/Each

Croft & Barrow® Fit For You Body Sculptor One-Piece Swimsuit

$44.00

With 20% off and my $10.00 coupon plus shipping my total was $55.98 - not bad!

I bought these babies a couple of weeks ago and they are gorgeous!

Rialto Crista Wedge Thong Sandals - on Sale for 23.99, after 20% off and coupons, got them for 13.98!!

FABULOUS!!

I Love My New Life and My New Friends So Much!!

2011-04-06T00:03:00.000-04:00

And yes, I now love College Hoops :)
Thanks to my friend Mark and Candie, I have found a new love of college Basketball. As you know, I am a huge NFL fan and when the season ends I go through a post no-football depression. In knowing this, Mark had me tag along to a game and BAM!! I was hooked!! Then more games to follow and parties. Great year to get into the game because UConn was on fire and took the NCAA Championship. Living in CT and less than 10 minutes from campus, it is a big deal for our little state.

Reese's Peanut Butter Chocolate Ice Cream Cake - It's all my friends want me to make for our parties & now taking special orders lol!

2011-04-03T08:33:00.000-04:00

As I said in one of my earlier Ice Cream cake blogs is that I owe this ice cream cake frenzy (lol) to a co-worker who came up w/an awesome Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream cake back in the fall. My cakes have become so popular, that I now take special orders from my friends for our parties and/or get togethers :)
Last night we had a Final Four UConn Basketball get together at one of my best friend's house and she loves peanut butter and chocolate, so came up with this baby for her ;)

Ingredients

2 Gallons of Edy's Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream (I used low fat, yeah like that matters lol)
2 1/2 Packages of 15.25 oz Peanut Butter Oreo Cookies
4 Packages (8 to a package) of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups - 32 PB Cups cut into quarters
1 1/2 Cups of Melted Peanut Butter
2 - 4.4 oz of Hersey's Chocolate Bars Melted (the large size)
3/4 of an 8 oz Container Cool Whop
2 Sticks of Butter

Directions

In a 9 x 14 pan, crumble up cookies and place on bottom of the pan. Melt butter and mix into the cookies, stir evenly. Add ice cream. Cut PB cups into quarter size pieces. Melt peanut butter until liquefied. Melt chocolate bars until liquefied . Add PB cups to top of ice cream. Pour melted PB on top of the PB cups, then pour the melted chocolate on top next. Add whip cream. Sprinkle top with the remaining PB cups and shaved chocolate.

ENJOY!!

Update On My Weight Loss

2011-03-31T17:43:00.000-04:00

2/18/11 - 160lbs in lose fitting size 12's :)

http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/landingpages/lee/womens/jeans/PRD~622855/Lee+Classic+Fit+Slimming+StraightLeg+Jeans.jsp

Italian Vegetable Noodle Soup

2011-03-31T17:09:00.003-04:00

All I have been eating this week is my "when I get sick" comfort soup, Campbell's Chicken Noodle Soup. Feeling a bit better today and getting my appetite back, I decided to whip up a batch of Vegetable Soup. As always, my recipes are simple and easy to make. I just dug around in my pantry and came up with this today.

Ingredients

2 Large Cans of Canned Tomatoes, Hand Crushed and Use All The Juice (that is your stock)
1 Small Can of Italian Diced Tomatoes
1 Can of Whole Green Beans
1 Can of Lima Beans
3 Tbs Olive Oil
1lb Small Zucchini, Sliced into Halves
1lb small summer squash, Sliced into Halves
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbs fresh chopped basil
2 Tbs fresh chopped oregano
Fresh Romano Cheese - finely grated
1 Box of Pasta of Your Choice (Dream Fields Low Carb Penne for us)

Directions

Heat 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in a your pot. When the oil ripples, add the zucchini,squash, green beans, lima beans, garlic, and herbs and saute the vegetables until tender-crisp, 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes. Allow the tomatoes to breakdown a few minutes. Not a slow cooking soup because you don't want the veggies to become mushy :O Cook for approximately an hour and leave on low for 2 hours for increased flavor.

Cook pasta as directed and add to soup. Top with Romano Cheese.

ENJOY!

Being Sick & Old Traditions

2011-03-31T16:38:00.003-04:00

I have been very ill for over a week now and been to the doctor more in the last 3 months, than I can remember. Funny how at 45 years old, I still want the comfort of my Mom and Grandmother when I am sick. My grandmother was an absolute wonderful, strong, loving woman who I have the utmost respect for in all that she accomplished and endured in life. She immigrated from Canada to New Bedford Mass. where she met and married my Grandfather. My Grandfather was a booze runner in the prohibition days and became an abusive alcoholic. During the 1930's, my Grandmother did something that took great courage in which I admire her greatly for, she left my abusive Grandfather, running and hiding underground with 4 children in tow and ended up in Wilson Connecticut. She worked hard to support her 4 children and 3 sisters. My Grandmother was a great source of strength for me in my troublesome youth and still is today although she has passed on I often think and dream of her and pray to her for strength and courage.
As a child, she took care of me. Both my parents worked so she was our live in nanny/housekeeper. So the majority of the time when I was sick as a child, she was the one who cared for me. She always made me Campbell's Chicken Noodle Soup, Toast w/butter and Red Rose Tea. As an adult, I still turn to this food when I am sick and it's all that I want to eat...yes the cheap, ole' red and white can of Campbell's soup, even my homemade chicken soup can't compare to this for me when I don't feel well.

I love you Grandma, thanks for taking such good care of me! I love you dearly and miss you all the time.

Kohl's, Kohl's, Kohl's - Bad, Bad, Bad! lol

2011-03-31T16:21:00.004-04:00

I got turned on to Kohl's by one of my gfs and O M G what an amazing place to shop. I am however being careful b/c I am finally paying off my CC dept. but with the sales, discounts and promotions, one can't go wrong shopping there. Their clothes and products are high quality and so reasonably priced. I recently received a job promotion that allows me to wear my scrubs but also I may wear dress clothes. At the suggestion of a friend, who said, dressing up for work can really lift your attitude. And I have to admit in doing so it has. When I am tired or don't feel like dressing up, I can always throw on my comfy/pajama-like scrubs. Since I have gained weight, I don't have many dress clothes, so I did go shopping this week while being laid up sick in bed and got some fantastic buys! I also can wear these things everyday, b/c I do dress up most always when I go out. From previous weight loss experience, I also bought clothes that can be tailored to fit when I do lose the weight. As you know, I am a SHOE WHORE and really had to be "good" in that department. I get alerts on Facebook for a shoe site and O M G did I fall in love with these babies...but I can not justify -1- another pair of shoes and -2- a pair that costs 100 bucks :( God, don't you just love them!! I am afraid if I keep looking at them, I will cave in....

But it's all good, stuck w/Kohl's to fill my addiction.

I actually bought flats - yes flats, a first!! But working as a manager in a nursing home, I need some practical shoes, although I am more comfy the higher the heel, the ones that I bought here are comfy!

Croft & Barrow® Cheryl Sandals

Originally $54.99 - with discounts - $22.00

SO® Aster Flats

Originally $34.99 - with discounts - $21.99

Apt. 9® Paisley Crochet Chiffon Top

Originally $40, Sale $27.99

I loved thisstyle so much bought them in 3 different colors and they are different enough that they don't look like the same shirt

Apt. 9® Scroll Embellished Slubbed Henley

Originally $36.00, Sale $24.99

Pistachio Ice Cream Cake - It's to die for! YUUUMMM!!

2011-03-20T02:34:00.000-04:00

One of my bffs husband loved my Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Cake and I asked him what his favorite ice cream is and he said pistachio. A spir of the moment get together came up today while chatting with friends at a party today - watching the UConn Men's BB Tourney Game tonight at my bffs house, so I decided to go out and get the fixin's for yet another ice cream cake and surprise Mike with a pistachio one. Hmmm...what cookie would go well with pistachio? How bout Vanilla Oreo Cookies and Wah-La a new cake was born. I have to say this is my favorite one so far! Since it was only 4 of us, I went w/the smaller version using a 9 x 9 pan

Ingredients

1 1/2 Bags of Vanilla Oreo Cookies
1 Gallons of Pistachio Ice Cream
1 Jar of Butterscotch Topping
1 Large Tub of Cool Whip
1 Sticks of Butter

Directions

In a 9 x 9 pan, crumble up cookies and place on bottom of the pan. Melt butter and mix into the cookies, stir evenly. Add ice cream. Melt butterscotch topping as directed on jar. Pour melted butterscotch onto ice cream. . Add whip cream. Sprinkle top with the remaining cookies. I added green sprinkles for decoration.

ENJOY!!

Mint Double Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake

2011-03-20T02:29:00.000-04:00

My new found specialty is making various Ice Cream Cakes for parties and get togethers. Ever since a co-worker brought a Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Cake to work, I am hooked! And they are so easy to make as I have said before and everyone that I have made has been a huge hit at every party.
We had a St. Patty's Day Party at work last week called, "Going Green" everyone had to bring in a green food item for the potluck so I came up w/this one.
As I said in past blogs you can make them in 9 x 14 pans or 9 x 9 pans and just cut the recipe in half. This one I made is for the 9 x 14

Ingredients

3 Bags of Mint Oreo Cookies
2 Gallons of Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
1 Jar of Hot Fudge Topping
1 Bag of Nestle Milk Chocolate Chip Morsels
1 Large Tub of Cool Whip
2 Sticks of Butter

Directions

In a 9 x 14 pan, crumble up 2 bags of cookies and place on bottom of the pan. Melt butter and mix into the cookies, stir evenly. Add ice cream. Melt hot fudge as directed on jar. Pour melted hot fudge onto ice cream. Cover top with the bad of chocolate chips. Add whip cream. Sprinkle top with the remaining cookies. I added green sprinkles for decoration. That's it and I hate Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream and couldn't get enough!

ENJOY!

Spinach Dip

2011-03-20T02:27:00.001-04:00

Great Dip for any occasion! Low-Fat and Low Carb! (Not that it mattered w/the Tortilla Chips, not to mention the ice cream cake I chowed downed tonight lol)

Ingredients

8 oz. sour cream
1 Cup mayonnaise
1/2 Tsp. Celery Salt
1/2 Tsp. Dill
1/4 Tsp. Onion Powder
1/4 Tsp. Garlic Powder
1/4 Cup Finally Chopped Green Onions
1 Package Frozen Cut Spinach, Thawed, Finely Chopped
3 Tbsp. of Red Peppers, Finely Chopped

Directions

In a bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, and seasonings. Stir in onions, spinach and red pepper.
Refrigerate...that's it! Tasty and Easy to make. Serve w/favorite snacks but also a great spread for breads and crackers :)

ENJOY!

Just Sayin'

2011-03-19T08:43:00.001-04:00

Moving On...

2011-03-14T21:47:00.002-04:00

Painful at the time, leaving my NYC life was a blessing and a gift! I am so grateful to have moved on. It took me close to 3 years settling in to my new-found life and began venturing out last summer beginning with a cook-out at my spiritual advisor's house. She has introduced me to so many wonderful men and women, who are now some of the best friends that I have ever had. Us women continue to have a monthly pot-luck, taking turns at eachother's houses every month, it's a blast!
Now, I have re-connected with some long-time friends through Facebook that I lost touch with over the years and I couldn't be happier! My social calender is full and I am having some of the best times of my life right now! We all went bowling Friday night and had the most awesome time! I will never forget all the laughs that we shared and the crazy things that we did. We now are planning a monthly get together and next month is rollerskating - late 30 - 50 something peeps acting like teenagers is great for the soul! Can't wait for that night and hopefully we will get out of the rink w/out severe injuries lol!

Having The Time Of My Life!

2011-03-14T21:18:00.003-04:00

My Dad along with my Mom of course were my biggest cheerleader in my life. All he wanted for me was a life filled with happiness and joy. My Dad was the type of person that loved to live and did everything that he wanted to, living life to it's fullest. There have been many bumps along my journey but the pain that I have endured have made me the person that I am today, through pain comes growth and right now I have emerged out of a very difficult few years and at this time in my life, I am chalking it up to one of the best times of my life.
I was invited to the infamous Women's Basketball Team in this part of the country, the UConn Huskies Women Big East Tournaments last week and have to tell you that I LOVED IT!!! I haven't been a big BB fan but seeing them live, changed everything and I am grateful to my friend for inviting me to partake in this event....memories to last a lifetime!
UConn is 10 minutes away from my house so you bet your ass I'll be sitting on a bleacher next year!

~2011 Wishes~

2011-03-14T20:52:00.002-04:00

I began doing this 20 years ago from a suggestion of a girlfriend. We talked about things we wanted to do in life and how many times we say things and they never happen. She told me that she made a list on New Year's Day every year vs resolutions of all the things that she would like to do for the year. This way, she could check off her wishes and the dreams/goals that she didn't accomplish she would carry over to the next year. So it began for me. In my life, I have traveled, sky dived, bungee jumped ---> making changes within myself and my life. No matter how little or silly they may sound I add them.
Looking over my focus of last year it didn't involve the fun stuff in life but this year will be different! And the list much longer.

Looking back at my 2011 wish list, I did accomplish goals and some will continue for 2011 or brought over to try to get to this year.
Last year:

I lost 25lbs
Began exercising
Continued to evolve spiritually
BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT - Not allowing unhealthy people in my life. I have let go of many friends this past year due to our unhealthy relationship/s. And I want to continue to attract people to me that help me grow as a person not suck the life out of me.
Traveled to Maine, the Beach and Cape Cod.
Weekend Getaways
Changing my career and that is because of my spiritual evolution and realizing that I was meant to be a nurse vs an attorney or work in law enforcement so this one is done too.
The only "carry over" is paying off my bills.

2011 Wishes

Weight loss. This is a biggie for me. I chose to call it a change in my lifestyle. I have blogged about my weight gain due to stress and my relationship with food has changed thanks to my work last year. I am doing this because it causes me great unhappiness to be overweight and overeat to make myself stop feeling.
Exercise REGULARLY! For weight loss, something to do that is healthy for me and make me feel better about myself. It was also a suggestion by my doctor to help me deal with stress.
Continue to evolve spiritually. I have a strong spiritual belief system based on Eastern Philosophy, Native American Spirituality and Buddhism. I take a little of each and practice it in my life. I want to add Yoga into the mix.
Continuing to work on myself and grow.
Continuing not to allow unhealthy people in my life. I have let go of many friends last year due to our unhealthy relationship/s. And I want to continue to attract people to me that help me grow as a person not suck the life out of me.
Going out and planning frequent get together with friends.
Continuing to connect with the new friends in my life.
Travel (Always on my list) LOVE IT!! but the big trips will prolly have to wait til 2012 and beyond b/c of finances but that one is next ;) NYC!! (my #1 goal) Maine, Boston, California and Texas to meet my bffs, Frequent visits to Manny's, Mystic, The Caribbean and the Plymouth Plantation.
Pay off my Credit Card Debt
Broadway Show/s
Movies
Plays
Kayaking
White River Rafting
Mini Golf
Go Carts
Batting Cages
Beach
Bronx Zoo
Native American Sweats
Native American Museum, Washington CT
Camping
Hiking
Biking
Yoga
Dance Class
Concerts
Learning about Basketball
Go to BB Games
Go to UConn Football Games
Go to see THE GIANTS PLAY!
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Guggenheim Museum
Wadsworth Atheneum
Continue working with the homeless
Continue to attend the MS Support Group

~Happy Feet~

2011-02-13T14:30:00.000-05:00

If you read my blog, you know that I am I~~N LOVE~~ obsessed with the product line Philosophy. Well this is a must have if you love pampering your feet. Since I work on my feet all day, I need great feet products for my burning feet when I can't get a profession pedi. I have used many feet products in the past but they always smell like peppermint and I can't stand the smell! This scrub has a fresh scent of coconut :)

footnotes set ®

exfoliation treatments for feet

$32.00

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Roasted Pepper Zucchini Soup

2011-02-13T13:41:00.002-05:00

Every month my gfs get together for a party/potluck. I wanted to try something new and came up w/this. Very low cal and low carb and very yummy!

Ingredients

2 Small Jars of Roasted Peppers
3 Tbs Olive Oil
1 to 1 1/4 pounds small zucchini, very thinly sliced into discs
1 medium red onion, peeled and thinly sliced into rings
5 to 6 baby Yukon gold potatoes, very thinly sliced into discs (like potato chips)
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbs finely chopped thyme
2 Tbs finely chopped basil
2 Tbs finely chopped oregano
1 (28-ounce) can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes, stewed tomatoes or chunky-style crushed tomatoes
2 to 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock

Directions

Heat 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in a your pot. When the oil ripples, add the zucchini,onions, potatoes, garlic, and herbs and saute the vegetables until tender-crisp, 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes and roasted peppers and allow the tomatoes to breakdown a few minutes. Stir in enough stock to desired consistency - as thin or thick as you like. Not a slow cooking soup because you don't want the zucchini to become mushy :O

ENJOY!!

Super Bowl, Super Arse Burning Chili!

2011-02-06T09:26:00.000-05:00

My Arse Burning Chili!

Well football season is here. In my house it means no going out on Sundays, staying in my pjs all day and cooking. I always make Chili for opening day and for the Superbowl. My husband and like it spice and hot. So if you are a lover of HOT chili, this recipe is for you. If not, you can always cut back on the hot ingredients.

1 Pound of hamburger

1 Can of Red Kidney Beans

4 Cans of Whole Tomatoes

8 Whole Jalepeno peppers

2 Habenero Peppers

Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Fresh Bread (not using it this year b/c we are no longer eating bread)

In a large skillet brown hamburger. Slice jalepenos cutting them into "circles". Leave the seeds in this is what makes the heat of the pepper. I also leave a couple whole in the chili.

Place tomatoes into a pot - I use a crock pot b/c I cook it for 8-10 hours. Add jalepenos, habeneros - leaving them whole. Add browned hamburger with the oil into the pot.

Cook on low for 8-10 hours.

Serve with shredded chedder cheese and a bread of your choice. We are really enjoying this jalepeno bread that I found!

Finished Product....

Sloppy Lasagna - Low Carb too ;)

2011-02-01T18:44:00.000-05:00

All the ingredients of traditional lasagna with less work! Who doesn't like that idea? :)

Ingredients

2 - 13.25 oz boxes of Dream Fields Penne Pasta (5G of Carbs vs. 40+ in regular pasta)
Pasta Sauce (my recipe is in earlier blogs)
Hamburg is in the sauce
4 Cups of Shredded Mozzerella Cheese (should be 7 cups, but I ran out)
3 Cups of Shredded Cheddar Cheese (I used this b/c I ran out of Mozzerella)
1 Cup of Ricotta Cheese

Instructions

Cook your sauce and pasta as directed. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add the cooked pasta into a 10X13 pan while hot. Mix in the ricotta and mozzerella cheese, stir well. Top with cheddar cheese. Bake for 30 minutes until top layer of cheese melts and serve.

ENJOY!

Onion Pie/Quiche

2011-01-30T16:02:00.002-05:00

Continuing on my quest to lose weight, eggs are a big part of my diet b/c of the 0 carb content. I love quiche! I can have it on my low carb diet minus the crust. There are so many different was to make it. Today I made Onion Quiche, an idea I picked up from a girlfriend who calls it, "Onion Pie" I as always put a twist on the original recipe.
This recipe is for 2 Pies, so cut in half for 1 :)
Ingredients

8 Eggs
2 Extra Large Onions, sliced very thin
1 Stick of Butter
1 1/2 Cups of Half & Half
1 Cup Sharp Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/2 Tsp Basil
1/2 Tsp Oregano
3 Cloves of Garlic finely chopped
Pie Crust of your choice. I always use Graham Cracker Crust - gives it a sweet flavor. But I won't be eating that part ;)

Instructions
First Step - Caramelizing Onions
For this recipe, you have to slice the onions as thin as you can. A food processor would be optimal for this process but believe it or not, I don't have one. Place olive oil in a frying pan, then add a stick of butter. Place onions in the pan and cook for 20-30 minutes, frequently stirring so they don't burn. They are done when completely brown.

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl combine all ingredients and mix well. Add mixture to pie crust. Bake at 350 degrees and bake for approximately 60 minutes until top is golden brown.

Enjoy!

My Killer Meatloaf!! (Re-post for my new followers)

2011-01-30T14:00:00.001-05:00

~*My Killer Meatloaf*~

Although this looks really fattening and probably is, it's ok for me to eat on my low-carb diet b/c calories don't count, just your portion size and carb count :)

3lbs of Hamburger
1 lb of Bacon
1/4 Cup Italian Dressing
2 Eggs
Teaspoon Fresh Basil
Teaspoon Fresh Oregano
Teaspoon Garlic Powder
BBQ Sauce

You can use any type of bacon or BBQ Sauce but I use honey smoked or hickory for a more smoky flavor.

In a large mixing bowl add hamburger, italian dressing, eggs, herbs and garlic powder. Mix ingredients well. Place mixture in a large baking pan molding the mixture into a loaf. Cover the meatloaf with a large amount of BBQ sauce - spreading it evenly over the meat. Add uncooked bacon strips horizontally to meat and use the extra for sides and top. Bake at 400 degrees for an hour. Serve with (my hubby's favorite) mashed potatoes and a vegetable.

Enjoy!!

Bringing Out My Old Stand By..."Set It & Forget It"

2011-01-29T15:54:00.000-05:00

I never would have thought to purchase this item,The "Ronco Showtime Rotisserie". My Dad who like me, loved to cook, owned it and I of course inherited it after he passed away. I had this item in storage since 2002 and never thought about using it until last year, I have to tell you, I am happy that I did. I have made roasts, prime rib, baked chicken, roasted veggies in it and they come out perfect!! The meats are so juicy and tender. What I also love about it, if you are not roasting your vegetables you can steam them on top of the rotisserie. I was just watching the video on the link below and would really like to try grilled shrimp and ribs!

The rotisserie comes with a great book with easy to follow cooking instructions. Divided into types of meats, veggies, fish, etc with cooking times from rare (bloody just how I like it) to well done. It has a timer so it's very easy to use and cook with. Just set the time for the amount of time that the instruction manual tells you.

I am cooking a small roast today 2lbs which states medium rare is 19 min/pound. So in 40 minutes you have a great tasty meal. I am using the steamer basket for spinach and zucchini today vs. roasting the veggies. Place a small amount of water in the pans and add whatever veggies you like.

Check out the websites, it is worth the investment!

http://www.ronco.com/index.aspx

https://www.ronco.com/offer/Default.aspx

A Different Twist on My Chicken Soup Recipe

2011-01-23T15:24:00.001-05:00

Love, love, love my homemade Chicken Soup! I had to change it up a bit to fit in w/my low-carb diet. I made it without potatoes and added broccoli, which is low in carbs. I kept the carrots in for Jerry (he is also off potatoes and bread products) but picked them out for my bowl full. The only thing that is missing is a loaf of good italian bread :( And I have to say that I have been craving it since I started this soup. But I am not giving in plus we are not keeping bread products in the house *phew*

Ingredients

3lb Roasting Chicken
3 Large Carrots
1 Large Onion
2 - 3 Cups of Broccoli
1 Leek
1 Turnip
Sprague of Fresh Parsley
Teaspoon of Fresh Basil
Teaspoon of Fresh Oregano
Water
Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions

Place chicken in a large sauce pan, fill with water. Boil chicken until it falls off the bone (approximately 45 minutes to an hour). Cut up vegetables, onions leak, turnip.

When the chicken is tender remove from pan and de-bone then place back into the water. Add above ingredients. Cook for 6-8 hours on low heat. Ready to serve!

ENJOY!!

~Cream of Broccoli Soup~

2011-01-22T21:59:00.000-05:00

~Cream of Broccoli Soup~
Yummy new recipe that I tried today :)
Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
3 cups chicken broth
8 cups broccoli florets
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
Cheddar Cheese

Directions

Melt 2 tablespoons butter in medium sized stock pot, and saute onion and celery until tender. Add broccoli and broth, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
Pour the soup into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway full. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Puree in batches until smooth and pour into a clean pot. Alternately, you can use a stick blender and puree the soup right in the cooking pot.
In small saucepan, over medium-heat melt 3 tablespoons butter, stir in flour and add milk. Stir until thick and bubbly, and add to soup. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.

YUMMY!

2011-01-16T18:27:00.000-05:00

Made a Frappachino! Tastes just like the one from Starbucks! Only 2 Carbs and No Sugar...IT IS DELISH!!!!

http://www6.netrition.com/big_train_drink_mix_page.html

Who Said You Have To Go Hungry On A Diet? (Or as I call it, a change in my lifestyle)

2011-01-16T15:10:00.000-05:00

My Weekend Breakfast consists of 3 eggs and 3-6 Low Carb Pancakes and Sugar Free Syrup. They taste awesome and taste like the carb-loaded pancakes!

Link to Pancakes and Syrup
http://www6.netrition.com/big_train_pancake_mix_page.html
http://www6.netrition.com/maple_grove_syrup_page.html

Week 2 - down 10lbs! Sticking w/my trainer which is quiet a feat (I hate exercise) and sticking to the low-carb/no sugar gig. This is the only "diet" that has ever worked for me b/c I can eat as much as I want as long as I stay 20 carbs and below. The first week was rough w/out sugar but I have detox'd myself and the cravings have stopped. To satisify my "sweet tooth" I have found some awesome tasting low-carb/sugar-free snacks by Tastykate and they have been a life saver for me.
Tastykate Products
http://www6.netrition.com/cgi/prices.cgi?manu_id=466

Awesome Egg Nog Ice Cream Cake!

2011-01-02T19:11:00.000-05:00

This cake is similiar to the Pumpkin Ice Cream Cake that I made in the fall. Made once again with Edy's Limited Addition Ice Cream, this time I used Egg Nog mmm!!!

Ingredients

28 Ounces of Ginger Snaps (I used Archway - two 14 oz bags)
1 1/2 Quarts of Edy's Pumpkin Ice Cream - softened
1 Bag of Candied Pecans - crushed
1/2 Jar of Carmel Sauce
1 Container of Cool Whip
1 Stick of Butter

Directions

Crumble the ginger snaps and mix with 1 stick of melted butter. Line the bottom of a 9 x 9 greased pan. Add the ice cream on top and spread evenly. Heat up the carmel sauce then spread over the ice cream. Top with pecans. Spread the Cool Whip over the top and sprinkle the rest of the ginger snaps on the top.

That's all folks :) Scrumptious!

My Low Carb Diet

2011-01-02T14:18:00.000-05:00

Have committed to a lifestyle change in my eating habits with a group of gfs. This time, it seems to be working for me. I reached a bottom with my eating a couple of weeks ago as I stood in my kitchen @ 1 in the morning eating carmel sauce out of a jar with a tablespoon!! I was and have been totally disgusted about myself and my food addiction. I am finally ready and willing to do something about it along with the support of my fellow lifestyle changing friends.
This is the diet that I followed 7 years ago that I was able to shed 100lbs on.

“The Nancy Diet”

Limit your Carb intake to 20 grams a day for two weeks, then 40 grams thereafter.

NO SUGAR

Things that you can’t eat:

No Pasta

No Bread

No Potatoes

No Sugar

No Rice

No White Flour

No Corn, Carrots, Peas

No Milk

Low Carb Products that I use that taste great!

Dream Fields Pasta (all types including lasagna noodles)

Ice cream – Carb Smart

Yogurt and Yogurt Smoothies – Dannon Light and Fit

South Beach Diet - Cereal, Granola Bars

Flax –Z-Snack – Low Carb Cereal, Oatmeal and Granola

Big Train – Pancake Mix, Cookies, Hot Chocolate and a variety of Coffee Drinks

Maple Grove Farms – Low Carb Maple Syrup

Jello Brand - Sugar Free Jellos and better yet yummy puddings in all varieties!

Special K – Low Carb Cereal

Pepperidge Farms Low Carb Bread

This web-site has wonderful low carb products…

http://www4.netrition.com/low_carb_products_page.html

The only artificial sweetener you can use is Splenda.

Eat the above low carb products sparingly. Because the carb count can add up.

Be careful when products do say low sugar/low carb…you are looking at the carb count make sure that the grams low.

Don’t use low fat/non fat products because they carry more sugar than the regular items i.e.: Salad dressing, cream cheese, cottage cheese, etc.

Use half and half in coffee/tea and cereal vs. milk.

You can eat any meat and cheese products or protein. The meats and cheeses are your main source of intake. They should fill you up so you shouldn’t feel hungry.

If you do cheat on the diet you will end up gaining weight because you will be eating a lot of calories and fat with the meats and cheeses.

THESE ARE DELICIOUS!! I love the lemon!

https://service.netrition.com/

My NYE Dinner - Seafood Alfredo

2011-01-01T08:10:00.001-05:00

I never made an alfredo sauce before and thought it would be difficult but it was so easy to make and deliscious!! It tasted like it was made at one of our favorite restaurants. I used scallops and shrimp for the seafood portion of the recipe.

Ingredients

1/4 Cup Butter
1 Cup Heavy Cream
3 Cloves Garlic, Sliced
1 1/2 Cups Freshly Grated Parmesian Cheese
1 Tbs Fresh Oregano
1 Tbs Fresh Basil
1 Tbs Fresh Parsely
Olive Oil
1 Lb Sea Scallops
1 Lb Cooked Shrimp

Directions
In a large saucepan drizzle olive oil in pan. Add garlic and simmer on low head for 5 minutes. Add seafood and herbs, cook on med heat for 20 minutes. Add cream and simmer for 5 minutes, then add cheese and herbs heating through. Stir in the pasta of your choice and serve.

ENJOY!

Another Ice Cream Cake Recipe - Oreo Cookie, Hot Fudge Icecream Cake

2010-12-21T08:05:00.000-05:00

These ice cream cakes are so easy to make and you can use any ice cream, cookie and topping combination. You can make large ones in 9 x 14 pans or smaller ones w/9 x 9 pans. I made a smaller one this time. This one is a Oreo Cookie, Hot Fudge Icecream Cake. Thank God, I am not a big fan of chocolate but the hubby loved it ;)

Ingredients

1 1/2 Quarts of Cookies & Cream Ice Cream
1 Large Package of Oreo Cookies
1/2 Jar of Hot Fudge
1 Medium Size Container of Cool Whip
Milk Chocolate chips - use a handful
1 Stick of Melted Butter

Directions

Crumble the oreo cookies and mix with 1 stick of melted butter. Line the bottom of a 9 x 9 greased pan. Add the ice cream on top and spread evenly. Heat up the hotfudge then spread over the ice cream. Top with chocolate chips Spread the Cool Whip over the top and sprinkle the rest of the oreo cookies on the top.

ENJOY!

Awesome Pumpkin Ice Cream Cake Made With Limited Edition Edy's Pumpkin Ice Cream!

2010-12-08T07:00:00.000-05:00

You have to hurry for this one because it is made with a Limited Edition Pumpkin Ice cream by Edy's. I am assuming it is only out in the fall months. A woman at work brought this in for a party and OH MY GOD IS IT AWESOME!! I just had to have the recipe for my monthly get together with my girlfriends.

Ingredients

28 Ounces of Ginger Snaps (I used Archway - two 14 oz bags)
2 1 1/2 Quarts of Edy's Pumpkin Ice Cream - softened
1 Large Bag of Candied Pecans - crushed
1 Jar of Carmel Sauce
1 Large Container of Cool Whip
1 Stick of Butter

Directions
Crumble the ginger snaps and mix with 1 stick of melted butter. Line the bottom of a 9 x 14 greased pan. Add the ice cream on top and spread evenly. Heat up the carmel sauce then spread over the ice cream. Top with pecans. Spread the Cool Whip over the top and sprinkle the rest of the ginger snaps on the top.

MMMM!!!
ENJOY!!

Xmas Shopping...u...For Me lol! ;)

2010-12-05T17:55:00.000-05:00

I do all my Holiday shopping online. Shopping in NYC was one thing, but thinking of going to the mall to Xmas shop is not my thing - hate the crowds of grumpy peeps! I pretty much finished my shopping today w/the exception of some stocking stuffers. The only problem is that when I shop for gifts, I end up buying things for myself (not that is a real problem, only for my growing CC debt)
Found some great buys today!

My favorite bath/body and facial products are from the Philosophy line. As I was surfing channels yesterday, I spotted Philosophy on QVC. I usually only buy from the Philosophy web site b/c you get some great deals and samples but the two items I bought were QVC exclusives.

I bought the Philosophy Kiss of Grace Gift Set in "Pure Grace", which is described as: "a fresh, clean scent of soap and water". I can't wait to get this!! The set is also available in "Amazing Grace" and "Falling In Love" It is a $132.00 Value, that I bought for $60.00 as a "Today's Special Value" The price has gone up but not by much, it is not listed for, $64.00.

http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/view.2/app.detail/params.item.A210929.desc.philosophy-kiss-of-grace-or-love-5pc-fragrancecollection

It is packaged in a beautiful box and comes with:

2 fl oz spray fragrance
5-oz tube of perfumed body butter
0.09 oz solid fragrance stick
0.5 oz tube of effervescent pink champagne-flavored lip shine
16 fl oz bottle of 3-in-1 shampoo, bath & shower gel

The next item is something that I thought was so cute. A set of hand and foot lotion that doesn't have that peppermint smell as most foot lotions do ( I can't stand that smell!) This scent smells like snow and I can't wait to try it.
http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/view.2/app.detail/params.item.A93933.desc.philosophy-snow-shoes-and-mittens-foot-hand-cream-duo

Next up another pair of boots! Being on a tight budget (not that you can tell with all the shopping that I do lol) I opted out for a pair of Uggs and bought these from Payless. I have a pair of black and brown that I have had for years and they only cost $24.99 vs the hundreds of bucks that Uggs cost. I bought a pair in grey.

http://www.payless.com/store/

Last but not least...I needed a nice shirt for the holiday season. I picked this up at Dress Barn (one of my favorite stores) and they finally have an online store :)

$34.99
http://www.dressbarn.com/

Merry Christmas!

Shepard's Pie...A great comfort food for the cold weather :)

2010-12-05T17:30:00.000-05:00

Yet another one of my hubby and my favorites on a cold winter day

Ingredients

6 Potatoes
3 lbs of Ground Beef
Garlic Powder
6 Cans of Corn
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 Cans of Campbell's French Onion Soup
1 Large Can of Mushrooms
Butter

Boil and mash potatoes. Pre-cook ground beef, sprinkling garlic powder to the meat in a large skillet, drain fat. In a large baking pan, add beef, than corn, top with mashed potatoes. Add 6 pats of butter and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

Gravy
Cook 2 cans of french onion soup as directed, adding mushrooms to soup.

YUM!

ENJOY!

50 - 60 Degree Weather In November Calls For Grilling!

2010-11-14T19:27:00.001-05:00

As you know Sundays is my favorite day of the week (1) I meet w/my Spiritual Advisor in the morning to head into the work week (2) I come home and hop right in my PJS (3) FOOTBALL SEASON! And (4) I cook all day. Cooking is my greatest sense of stress relief and my passion. Usually fall Sundays are filled w/making, stews, soups, roasts, baking and what I call "Winter/Fall Dishes" (comfort foods :) But this Sunday the weather is gorgeous and unusally warm for November in this area of the country. So this week, I decided to cook steak on the grill. There are many ways to cook steak from using different marinades and garnishes or just throwing it on the grill. I came up with a new side dish for steak today. You can actually use it with any meat or even on a sandwich. We are actually going to use the left overs for sausage grinders tomorrow night. I am serving it with rice and a veggie. I love Zararains Rice and their website also is loaded with different recipes. I usually have a box or two in my cabinet and today I am using the, "Garlic Herb Rice Mix". It calls for an option to add meat but my husband and I being a lover of beans decided to add beans to the mix.

For the Steak today, I sprinkled meat tenderizer and "Mccormick's Grill Mates Montreal Steak Seasoning" shook it up in a bag and threw it in the fridge for a few hours and it's ready to go.

Side Dish

Made with Red Onions, Garlic, Herbs, Mushrooms and Sweet Jar Peppers

1 Large Red Onion - Sliced
1 Can of Stir Fry Mushrooms
1 12 oz Jar of Sliced Sweet Salad Peppers
Splash of Balsamic Vinegar
4 Cloves of Garlic - chopped
1 Tsp of Fresh Oregano
1 Tsp of Fresh Basil
Olive Oil

In a large skillet, line the pan with olive oil. Add garlic and herbs. Let simmer for a few minutes. Add onions, mushrooms and peppers and simmer for a few minutes. Splash a small amount of balsamic vinegar. Cook on high heat for a couple of minutes then simmer down the mix. Cook on low for 15 minutes.

As it Carmelizes

ENJOY!

Zararains Website

http://www.zatarains.com/

Love this Holiday Fragerance!

2010-11-13T10:54:00.000-05:00

My favorite Holiday body wash and lotion throughout the years has been Winter Candy Apple by Bath & Body Works. I did as I always do buy it for myself this year. With the great sale of buy 3 get 2 Free, I decided to try their new Holiday scent, "Snow Kissed Berry" and I love, love love it! I have to be careful with scents and can't wear florals so for lotions and body washes because they give me headaches. I figured with getting them free, if I didn't like it, I could give as a gift. It has a light berry aroma and I just went on the site to stock up and they are already out of the handwash and the body cream. So I went to Ebay and bought 2 body creams for $11.00.

Bath & Body Works is still having it's great sale!
http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/home/index.jsp

The Loss Of A Friend

2010-11-07T15:16:00.000-05:00

One of my longest and dearest friends passed away suddenly Friday, October 29th @ 49 years old. I have suffered loss and grief before losing my parents which was the two hardest things that have happened to me in my life...so I do know about grief and loss. This is a different type of loss and grieving process as each death that occurs in your life is. There is so much that I could say about Brian that I don't know even where to begin. He was the type of person that you don't come across that often, a truly, selfless giving person. Brian grew up poor and through lots of hard work became an extremely successful business man, flourishing in the Real Estate market. I met him 1997 and was attracted to his effervescent personality immediately. His girlfriend became one of my best friends years ago. At the time of our meeting, I was trying to get over a painful divorce and was quite lost in my life. Brian and Lori took me under their wing and helped me out one of the darkest and most difficult times of my life. They got me out of the house and out of my self. He had an infectious laugh and you just couldn't be depressed or down around him. He lit up any room with his personality and smile. He taught me so much in life and gave me so much. He taught me to be a more positive person, showing me that things work out and happen for a reason. He had a love traveling and inspired my husband and I to travel all over the Caribbean. If it wasn't for him, I would never have bought my first condo or the gorgeous house that I live in today. He was my mentor in alot of ways and I admired him and the way that he lived his life.

I never in my life would imagine that he would die the way that he did...it all makes no sense to me. The wake was so packed with lines and lines out the door. He was loved by many. One of the hardest things is seeing my husband lose his best friend who had know since 1993. One funny thing is that when Jerry and I hooked up, we found out that we both knew Brian, he being both of our best friends. The four of us had a good laugh about this and how our paths never crossed. Jerry is suffering right now. I know that it is more difficult for men to show their feelings and I worry about my husband. But, he like me is a very spiritual person and has reached out to some very close friends of ours and is working through his grief. Brian came over many nights this summer while I was at work when Jerry was sick and hung out with him until I got home to make sure that he was ok. Jerry used to get mad at me and say, "I DON'T NEED A BABYSITTER!" So Brian and I scammed him and made it look like he came over to play cards, watch a game, etc. He was always there for us along with many others that he helped along the way.
I know his death was his journey but it seemed like such a waste. Part of me (as it usually does with a loved ones death) died along with him that day. But as I have done with my parents after they died is take the parts of their personality that I loved. So from Brian, I will emmulate his love of life, his giving nature, infectious personality, his sense of humor and his always upbeat personality.
I love you Brian, you are missed so much already....

Chicken Soup...I Love Fall/Winter Comfort Foods

2010-11-07T14:00:00.000-05:00

~Chicken Soup~

Another one of my favorite winter dishes

3lb Roasting Chicken
3 Large Carrots
4 Red Potatoes
1 Large Onion
1 Leek
1 Turnip
Sprague of Fresh Parsley
Teaspoon of Fresh Basil
Teaspoon of Fresh Oregano
Water
Salt and Pepper to taste

I cheat and buy this. My grandmother used to call it "soup starter" It comes with the ingredients that you need for your soup minus the basil, oregano, salt and pepper.

Place chicken in a large sauce pan, fill with water. Boil chicken until it falls off the bone (approximately 45 minutes to an hour). Cut up vegetables, potatoes, onions leak, turnip.

When the chicken is tender remove from pan and de-bone then place back into the water. Add above ingredients. Cook for 6-8 hours on low heat. Ready to serve!

Enjoy!

The Bath and Body & Yankee Candle Holiday Scents Are Out!!

2010-11-06T16:03:00.000-04:00

The Bath and Body & Yankee Candle Holiday Scents Are Out!!

I look forward to this every year! I am in love with the Winter Candy Apple Scent and stocked up! They are having a great sale buy 3 get 3 free. How can you beat that? They make great Xmas gifts and stocking stuffers.
My favorite Holiday Yankee Candle Scents are Christmas Eve and Christmas Wreath. I love the scent of pine and the mild scent of the Christmas Eve candle.

Buffalo Wings Using A New Dip That I Found

2010-10-31T16:25:00.001-04:00

I have posted a Buffalo Wing recipe in the past but trying a new one today. When we go to Maine we love stopping into a store called, "Le Gourmet Chef". Not only do they have samples throughout the store to munch on ;), they have an absolutely great selection on various cooking items, dips and sauces. We love the brand, "Robert Rothchild Farm" which consists of a variety of sauces, dips, rubs, mustards and spreads. We decided to try their Buffalo Blue Cheese dip after sampling it and it is so yummy!! We are using that today with the Buffalo Wings along with the traditional Blue Cheese Chunky Dressing. I have to be honest, the Dip was fantastic but my recipe for fried wings is so much better than this one.

Ingredients

1 Large Bag of Pre-Fried/Cooked Chicken Wings
1/4 Cup Butter
1 Dash of Garlic Powder
1/2 Cup Flour
1/4 Teaspoon Paprika
1/4 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1 8oz Bottle of Wing Sauce (we love hot and spicy so that is what I used)

Instructions

Marinade chicken wings in bag for a few hours. Combine the butter, and garlic powder in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir together and heat until butter is melted and mixture is well blended. Remove from heat and reserve for serving. In a small bowl mix together the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper and salt. Place wings in a bowl and sprinkle flour mixture over them until they are evenly coated. Cover dish or bowl and refrigerate for 60 to 90 minutes. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Line cooking pan with foil. Bake at 350 degrees until crispy. Serve with the buffalo blue cheese dip, blue cheese and/or ranch dressing.

ENJOY!!

Both great sites for those who love to cook!

http://www.legourmetchef.com/default.cfm
http://www.robertrothschild.com/

Pizza Time! Five Cheese Garlic Pizza

2010-10-31T15:29:00.000-04:00

Five Cheese Garlic Pizza

I make a variety of different pizzas, all of which are my husband and I love! Sometimes I use a pizza stone, this time I made it on a cookie sheet.

Ingredients

1 store bought pizza dough
Olive Oil for drizzling
1/2 Clove of Garlic, chop into 4 pieces
1/4 of a Brick of Garlic Cheese
Fresh Mozzarella Ball
1/4 Brick of Fresh Provolone Cheese
1/4 Brick of Fresh Romano Cheese
Sprinkling of Feta Cheese
1 Bag of Sliced Pepperoni
Handful of Fresh Oregano, finely chopped
Handful Fresh Basil, finely chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. I use a round pizza pan or a cookie sheet. Stretch dough molding it onto the cookie sheet. Pierce the dough with the tines of a fork in several places. Drizzle olive oil on the dough. Add the chopped garlic and spices on the dough. Place pepperoni on next, spreading out evenly. Top the pizza with the cheeses. Bake until crispy, approximately 20 minutes. cut and serve :)

Enjoy!

~Carrot Cake With Cheese Cream Frosting~

2010-10-31T14:45:00.000-04:00

~*Carrot Cake With Cheese Cream Frosting*~

Ingredients

4 eggs
1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
2 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 cups grated carrots
1 cup of raisins
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter, softened

Instructions
In a large bowl, beat together eggs, oil, white sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla. Mix in flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Stir in carrots. Fold in pecans and raisins. Pour into pan.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, cool completely.

Cheese Cake Frosting

Ingredients
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine butter, cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stir in chopped pecans. Frost the cooled cake.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F grease and flour baking pan.

ENJOY!

NYC GAL

Philosophy! Philosophy! Philosophy!

Shoe Whore Found My Winter Collection At A Steal!

Michael Antonio Women's Sabena Boot

~*Beef Stew*~

A Gal Has To Do What A Gal's Gotta Do!

Coconut Pineapple Caramel Ice Cream Cake

Grilled Teriyaki Pork Ribs & Portugues Round Fries

Italian Macaroni Salad

It's All About The Shoes!

Purple is the HOT Color of The Fall & Winter & I am Stoked!

Lace Trimmed Camisole

Belted Cross Dyed Blazer - this will be great with my black pencil skirt, gra or black pants or my black maxi skirt $39.99

Starting Tomorrow!

My Low Carb Diet - Here I Go Again! But It's All Good

My Low Carb Diet

What I Wrote Back In March & I will get there again

From a March Blog...put this back up to show myself that I can do it. Update On My Weight Loss

New Summer Recipe!

New Job, New Shoes!

Oyster Peep Toe Pump

Minx Me Esta Peep Toe Pump

Giving Up Cigarettes

Garbage Pasta or Everything But the Kitchen Sink!

That Damn Kohl's Cash Gets Me Everytime!

I Love My New Life and My New Friends So Much!!

Reese's Peanut Butter Chocolate Ice Cream Cake - It's all my friends want me to make for our parties & now taking special orders lol!

Update On My Weight Loss

Italian Vegetable Noodle Soup

Being Sick & Old Traditions

Kohl's, Kohl's, Kohl's - Bad, Bad, Bad! lol

Pistachio Ice Cream Cake - It's to die for! YUUUMMM!!

Mint Double Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake

Spinach Dip

Just Sayin'

Moving On...

Having The Time Of My Life!

~*2011 Wishes*~

~*Happy Feet*~

footnotes set ®

Roasted Pepper Zucchini Soup

Every month my gfs get together for a party/potluck. I wanted to try something new and came up w/this. Very low cal and low carb and very yummy!

Ingredients

Directions

Super Bowl, Super Arse Burning Chili!

My Arse Burning Chili!

Sloppy Lasagna - Low Carb too ;)

Onion Pie/Quiche

My Killer Meatloaf!! (Re-post for my new followers)

Bringing Out My Old Stand By..."Set It & Forget It"

A Different Twist on My Chicken Soup Recipe

~Cream of Broccoli Soup~

Directions

YUMMY!

Who Said You Have To Go Hungry On A Diet? (Or as I call it, a change in my lifestyle)

Awesome Egg Nog Ice Cream Cake!

My Low Carb Diet

My NYE Dinner - Seafood Alfredo

Another Ice Cream Cake Recipe - Oreo Cookie, Hot Fudge Icecream Cake

Awesome Pumpkin Ice Cream Cake Made With Limited Edition Edy's Pumpkin Ice Cream!

Xmas Shopping...u...For Me lol! ;)

Shepard's Pie...A great comfort food for the cold weather :)

50 - 60 Degree Weather In November Calls For Grilling!

Love this Holiday Fragerance!

The Loss Of A Friend

Chicken Soup...I Love Fall/Winter Comfort Foods

The Bath and Body & Yankee Candle Holiday Scents Are Out!!

Buffalo Wings Using A New Dip That I Found

Pizza Time! Five Cheese Garlic Pizza

~*Carrot Cake With Cheese Cream Frosting*~

~Beef Stew~

~2011 Wishes~

~Happy Feet~

~Carrot Cake With Cheese Cream Frosting~