August 6, 2020

Sage Advice for 2013So, here is my sage advice for 2013. Let everyone you love know it, even if it isn't returned. It means a lot. And for those who know it already, it means everything. Work when you can and save like you won't have a job tomorrow. For some of us, that might be the case.

 

Vegan Strawberry MousseThis sweet strawberry mousse is made without any milk products. Tofu is added to make it creamy, perfect as a dessert or even a summer snack.

 

Making Pistachio HummusThis hummus recipe uses pistachio instead of sesame tahini. Pair this smooth and savory dip with vegetables or crackers.

 

Tribute to Mary JoThis is for my dear friend, Mary Jo Alley. We metafter evening services at church one Sunday when she heard some of my friends giggling when I announced that I was pregnant at age 40.

 

My Frugal Holiday: Our First Family Christmas StoryOnce upon a Christmas time in a little college town there lived college couple with a baby son. In between classes and jobs and studying late, they had bought gifts for parents, sisters, brothers and baby too, of course.

 

My Frugal Life: Compromise and CompensateAs children, we grow up not ever paying attention to advice or knowledge provided by our elders, usually on a frequent and routine basis. Going along with our childish and playful days, knowing it all, and living the racey lifestyle, along with making unattentional choices, with little regard to our bodies limitations of the aging process.

 

My Frugal Life: Buddha's ExampleThe Gautama Buddha, over 25 centuries ago, commended frugality. As an example, he taught the first monks and nuns to make their robes from "pure cloth" that is cloth that no one wanted.

 

Garlic Oregano Pizza DoughMake your own pizza dough flavored with garlic and oregano. It's easy enough to make for any weeknight dinner.

 

Mexican Street Corn TacosStreet tacos are a Mexican favorite, made with savory meats and corn tortillas. Bring these flavors home with this easy recipe.

 

My Frugal Life: Street Theatre"Here I am, over here!" signaled the young man in a holey, paint spattered T-shirt and cutoffs. His arms waved a mile a minute, as he attempted to catch the attention of someone just pulling into Publix's parking lot.

 

Minimal Star Craft Stick WreathThis wreath or wall decoration could be displayed year-round, or during special occasions like: Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Veterans Day. This wreath is definitely a buildable piece, but I just like the modern and simple aspect.

 

My Frugal Life: Price Hike"Hey, Bob, look!" I said as we neared a bus stop in my neighborhood. "Now why would anyone want to do that?" he grumbled, outraged at the eyesore we'd just driven past, a gang of abandoned shopping carts.

 

My Frugal Life: Saving Money is FunI still live in the same house I did when my first child was born. That was 37 years ago. What does that have to do with anything? Well, at first it wasn't intentional; staying here I mean.

 

Cauliflower Broccoli Cheese SoupBroccoli and cauliflower are combined with salty cheese and then blended together to make a healthy creamy soup. It's great served with bread for dipping.

 

The Last Day at Grandma's HouseOutliving both her daughters had meant that, despite being cherished, respected and loved by her expanding legacy of grandchildren and great grandchildren right up to the end of her days, Grandma wasn't really known by any soul left living.

 

Making an Emoji Cup ToyEmojis are a popular decoration for kids and tweens. Make these fun emoji cup toys with happy or sad faces as a fun summer activity.

 

Dandelion PlaydoughThis is an easy to make recipe for homemade play dough that uses dandelion flowers for natural coloring! Advertisement

 

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Removing Laundry Detergent StainsSometimes laundry detergent can cause stains instead of removing them. Many people recommend using vinegar or bleaching the stain out of the clothing.

 

Making a Sand Terrarium or Fairy GardenHere is a super fun sand terrarium/fairy garden you can make with your kids. The supplies needed could be found around your house.

 

Shape-Shifters"I want to fly like the birds and be the greatest in all the world," wishes Wily Coyote. To indulge his desires, a playful flock of crows lend him their feathers, but when they realize how rude and boastful he is, they take them back.

 

My Frugal Life: The Garage Sale HuntMy house is filled with large and small surprises throughout, treasures that I have collected over the years at garage sales. Treasures from around the world.

 

Apple and Brie Hand PiesMake this sweet and savory dessert in under 25 minutes (if you have a ready to bake pie crust ready to use).

 

Pomegranate Rosemary ChickenI love using pomegranate molasses with my chicken dishes. It gives off such a unique sweet and tartness that's like no other. Here, I've added a bit of orange juice and rosemary sprigs to round it off nicely.

 

Bandaid over Bug BitesI searched how to cure itchy bug bites and tried some off the list (clean bite with rubbing alcohol, ointments, aloe vera) but those didn't work out for me. The first night wearing knee high socks worked and helped me not itch but I was getting warm at night.

 

Memory Picture CollageDon't throw away those duplicate pictures or pictures you don't need for your scrapbook or photo albums! Use them to make a memory picture collage.

 

Farmhouse Style SignsI have been wanting a big farmhouse style sign to put in my kitchen over my cabinets. Online there are many choices, but the ones that really catch my eye are 85 to 100 dollars or more. I just knew I could do it myself, and I did! Wait til you see the results.

 

Hanging Window Door CoveringOur front door has crystal clear windows. Since the windows are at eye/head level where you could look directly in, we wanted to cover it up for privacy, but also make it so that when we have guests over or want more light we could always remove it.

 

Brandt Table with Glass TrayCan anyone tell me what the value of this is? I bought it at a garage sale for $15. I can't seem to find anything like it. Thank you in advance.

 

Alphonse Mucha Cabinets?Would love to know more about these beautiful pieces!

 

What is this Bug?Not the best photos I know, but found a couple of these the past few weeks about the house, was wondering if anyone had an idea of what they could be. They don't fly, and don't move fast.

 

Finding Half Siblings?I am searching for my half siblings from my father. I have never met him and have just recently been told I have many siblings from him. His name is Steve Pernicka, he was from Staten Island, NY. He now lives in Jeffersonville, Vermont. He has worked for the Red Cross. I was told there are many siblings, boys and girls.

 

Value of Mersman TablesI have Mersman octagon end table, square end table and coffee table. They have black leather tops. The numbers on them are 91-23 91-04 91-25.