I have noticed that we haven't been posting recipes lately, so we'll be posting one recipe a day this week! All the recipes I post I have personally made in my home for dinner, a snack, or dessert. So without further adieu: POPPY SEED CHICKEN www.gonnawantseconds.com By Kathleen, January 17, 2013 Yield: Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 5 Cups - Chicken Breast Halves, Cooked and Cubed 1 … [Read more...]
Bob Vila- How To Build A Brick Patio
Well it's no secret that summer is in full swing. It's right about now that you're hanging out on your patio and wondering what you can do to spruce it up a little bit. Bob Vila gives us step by step instructions on how to build a brick patio. Of the materials suitable for use in patio construction, brick stands out for its beauty and ease of installation. Depending on the sophistication of your … [Read more...]
America's Fittest City
WebMD.com By Brenda Goodman HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, May 29 (HealthDay News) -- It's a three-peat. For the third year in a row, the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area is the fittest in America, according to the American College of Sports Medicine's annual rankings released Wednesday. "Minneapolis may be under snow for three months, but they capitalize on the resources that they have," said … [Read more...]
No Sun, No Problem! Plants That Thrive In Shade
If you've got a plethora of shade trees, you may not be able to grow flowers easily. There are plenty of plants that don't need all sun all the time, in fact they thrive in shade. Hydrangeas Though unfit for heavy shade, hydrangeas deliver bountiful blooms in spring and summer, with some pretty fall foliage to boot. All they need is a little morning sun. Remember to avoid planting perennials … [Read more...]
Clutter Hot Spots
It happens to the best of us. There are spots in our homes that tend to be magnets for messes. So here's a list of the most common culprits and how to combat them. Entry Way Set up clutter collectors where items naturally tend to gather, like a bowl on a table for keys and loose change, a set of tiered baskets for mail and school paperwork, a coat tree or wall hooks for outerwear and … [Read more...]
Flying The Flag Proud and Proper
A lot of Americans love flying the flag but few know how to do it the right way. Displaying the Flag If you're displaying the flag on a staff that projects horizontally or at an angle, place the union—the blue rectangle with its 50 stars—at the peak of the staff (unless the flag is purposefully being flown at half-mast). On a Pole Don't let the flag touch the ground or any other object, as you … [Read more...]
Entertainment In Your Backyard
The Fourth of July will be here before you know it and there's no doubt that you have something planned to celebrate America's independence! Here are some tips to help you bring the party out back while you're watching the grill. TWISTER! Using a cardboard template, spray paint circles onto the grass. You can personalize it by using different colors (like red white and blue!) , or scaling down … [Read more...]
Mood Altering Decorating Tips
If you're an adult, you know that growing up wasn't all it was cracked up to be. Between paying bills, earning the cash for all of your needs and wants, running a household, and trying to have a social life...well it can sometimes be more work than it's worth. Add in the stresses of raising kids or keeping animals and you could possibly be just about to loose your mind. Here are some decorating … [Read more...]
Happy Monday- Baby Animals
Slide Show Happy Monday everyone! Who needs a smile this morning? I know I do! Between unpacking and decorating the new house, getting my bearings in a new city, and learning to drive in this insanely defensive traffic I could look at these cute little animals all day- just to avoid all of it. Before they grow up and gather some knowledge about what’s hot and cold, baby animals give us quite a … [Read more...]
Rx For Your Lawn
We've officially moved and that means getting used to a new region and how to take care of our lawn in the climate. Bob Vila can help. A well-balanced, perfectly groomed lawn is the prize of the neighborhood. But having rightfully earned its reputation for fussiness, grass frustrates many homeowners with its high degree of unpredictability. Growing beautifully one day, your lawn can become a … [Read more...]
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