Decorative Note Cards
What a clever and creative crafter you are Pookarina. These little note cards are darling, and the way to make the matching envelopes is entirely different (and much easier) than Ive seen before. I also like the way youve used the printer to lay a ground work...
Tigger (Cat)
What an adorable look on Tiggers face. He looks like he might have had a night on the town. Our pets so often surprise and delight us. They ask for so little in return too. You should enter Tiggers picture in one of the pet magazines that are always having...
Barbie Doll and Clothes "Trunk"
What I would have given for something like this to keep all my dollies clothes in when I was a kid. This had to be a labor of love for you. It might not be as hard to do as it looks, but it certainly did turn out pretty. Thank you Pookarina for sharing these...
Maxx and Charlie (Cats)
A beautiful pair of kitties. I know they must keep you totally entertained. Ours sure do, and I wish we could have a dozen of them. Ive never seen two cats just alike in personality. You and the kitties are blessed to have one another. Thank you for sharing...
Photo: He's a Papa!
What a darling little boy. Hes beautiful. I know so well how you must feel. We went through a similar experience, and our son did us proud too.Theres nothing quite like the pride you feel when you see your child all grown up, and following all the rules of...
My Frugal Holiday: The Old Family Bible
My Holiday wouldnt be right without a good story from you Pookarina, and you certainly didnt disappoint us. This is a wonderful story, and has the distinction of viewing stories from the Bible as seen through a childs innocent eyes. How true. I loved reading...
Mocha Pudding (or Pie)
Oh Boy, this sounds so good. I love mocha, as long as its not too sweet. I cant wait to try your recipe. Thanks for sharing Pookarina, MisMachado
Advice for Organizing and Selling Off Clutter?
My folks owned a seasonal residential hotel for many years. The people would come and stay for just one season, and then move on. Usually , they were just considered tourists, but some followed where the work was. They bought everything new when they came, and...
Halloween Costume: Spider
Uh-Oh!!! I dont think she wanted to be a spider. Neat idea though. Good Luck, MisMachado
Scenery: Great Smoky Mountains National Park (TN)
And thats where Id like to live. Its so beautiful and just might be the most peaceful place on earth. Thanks for sharing the photo. Good Job! MisMachado
Beanz (Pony)
I would call your Beanz a Pinto Pony. Would I be correct? His coloring and markings are quite interesting and very handsome, and it sounds like hes a lot of fun to be with as well. Lucky Molly and Lucky Beanz! Thank you for sharing him. MisMachado
Use Nouns Instead of Verbs to Help Children Mind
My Mom would just say Time Out and we knew exactly what to do. Shed better not have to say it twice either. She did a lot of child care for our friends after we were grown and had children, and there was one little special needs child that she kept a lot for...
Jewish Apple Cake
Jewish or non-Jewish, this sounds totally yummy. Lol. Not so hard to make either. Sure looks pretty when its all dusted with the powdered sugar. Thank you for sharing. MisMachado
Natural Flea Remedy?
Food-grade only Diatomaceous Earth. Fleas and tics, all internal parasites will be gone in a few short weeks. Depending on the size of the dog or kitty, sprinkle it right onto their food. From 1 teaspoon to 1 Tablespoons of it every day. Put some in an old...
Getting Rid of Tapeworms Naturally?
Food-grade only Diatomaceous Earth. Fleas and tics, all internal parasites will be gone in a few short weeks. Depending on the size of the dog or kitty, sprinkle it right onto their food. From 1 teaspoon to 1 Tablespoons of it every day. Put some in an old...
Great Recession Cream Tuna on Toast
Ill bet its good on rice too, or maybe with noodles. Well try it for sure. Thanks for sharing. MisMachado
Scenery: Wilderness Lodge, Disney World (Florida)
Great photos and brings back my memories of our stay there a couple years ago. If we had the money, Id want to live at Disney, changing from one resort to another about every week or month. Just live there forever. I love the flowers and how nice its kept up...
Just Jack (Miniature Pincher)
Great story, and with a happy ending. Kismet. Thats what it was. He was just supposed to be your doggie. Thank you for sharing him with us. MisMachado
My Frugal Life: On The Farm
Great story, simply and well-told. I really enjoyed reading it. Reminded me a lot of watching Little House On the Prairie on TV which I still love seeing. I was reared a totally city-gal, but would have loved to spend time on a farm somewhere. Thumbs up. Thank...
Chicken Veggie Bake
Sounds so good. If youre not worried about dieting, you could always bake a couple of nice potatoes in the oven at the same time. Would make a dish Fit for a King. Thanks for sharing. MisMachado
Tiger (Ridgeback Cross)
That is so cute, and Ill bet that hes already a Super Dog and you just havent told him yet. Thank you for sharing him. MisMachado
Homemade Chili and Cornbread
One of or favorite meals. Thanks for your version of a great old stand-by. MisMachado
Brown Paper Bag Flooring?
This brown kraft paper treatment sounds like a really great and versatile idea. I would love to do some walls this way . Thank you for the wonderful idea and all the feedbacks helped so much as well, so thank you all. MisMachado
Planning a Harvest Festival For a Church?
White Elephant Sale, Baked Goods Sales, some simple games for both children and adults. Games like the 3 Legged Race for instance really livens up a any type of get-togther. If you have room , set up Horseshoes, and teach the youngsters. Pinatas can be made...
Coconut Rice
This sounds delicious. Thank you Deeli. This sounds like a perfect rice to go with BBQ. I gotta try it. MisMachado
Oreo (American Shorthair Cat)
A very handsome kitty. I really enjoy hearing how much interaction goes on between cats, dogs and their humans. Some are just amazing. Thank you for sharing Oreo with us. MisMachado
Chocolate Cream Pie
Chocolate Cream with meringue (not whipping cream) is also my favorite pie Pookarina. I can always tell if someone has actually made the recipe by just the way they talk about it. I think you have made this recipe many times, so I trust it completely. Thank...
Wrigley (Golden Lab-Rottweiler Mix)
Such a handsome fellow. Thank you for sharing him with us. MisMachado
Scenery: Horse Pulling Our Canoe
This looks like way more fun than a rodeo. How Clever you are to think of it. Thanks for sharing. MisMachado
Decorated Storage Boxes
How nice they are! I always keep my shoe boxes when I buy a new pair of shoes, then never know what to do with them other than leave the shoes in them. I would really like to make pretty storage containers with them, so Ill probably be asking questions. Number...
Honey Wheat Bread
Those loaves of bread really look good. You are one lucky lady. Thanks for sharing the recipe with us. MisMachado
Chicken and Chickpea Curry
Ive only eaten curry at an East Indian restaurant in Chicago. It was as hot as fire, and Ive been afraid to try it again. Is this recipe spicy hot? The aroma of curry cooking is wonderful. MisMachado
New Orleans Pralines
Ive started thinking about Christmas already, and trying to plan what I could do for friends and family who got hit pretty hard by the recession. Im thinking about doing baskets of several types of treats and goodies, and this will go on the top of my list...
Cranberry Ketchup
Very interesting recipe. Very different and it sounds delish. Thanks for sharing it. MisMachado
Easy Chicken Pot Pie
We like chicken almost any way, and my husband thinks he has died and gone straight to Heaven if I make something like this. He loves casseroles and I think his mom made one about every day. This really does sound easy, so I have to try it. Thanks for sharing...
Sir Catty-Kit (Maine Coon - Sealpoint Siamese)
He looks so alert. Im betting he is fun to play with, and theres nothing cuter than that Halloween kitty act you described. When they do that, they look just like a Halloween cat even if they are not black. Ive seen cats doing that and wondered if they were...
Mickjagger (Cat)
The more were around animals, the less we like people...in general. Just my opinion, of course. Weve sure vote for Mickjagger. He certainly cant lie, because animals just cant. What you see is what you get. Honesty, loyalty, love and total devotion. You go...
Homemade Pot Pie from Freezer Leftovers
This is pretty much the way my grandmother would do with leftovers, except she had an old-fashioned ice-box. Saturdays were usually the day she cleaned out the ice box, and got it ready for all the new leftovers starting on Sunday and going to the following...
Twin Mattress for Large Dogs
Great idea. Even if you dont have really big dogs, but have several smaller dogs, this would be a good way for them to sleep. Our cat loves to sleep on our big air mattress...on top of a heavy satin coverlet too. A cat knows whats comfy, believe me. LOL. Thanks...
Poco and Bourbon (Quarter Horses)
Now, thats living in my humble opinion. A nice place to ride and a good horse means it just cant get any better and its nice to see you enjoying it. Thank you for sharing Poco and Bourbon with us. They are gorgeous horses. MisMachado
Rusty (Cat)
Beautiful face on Rusty, and he looks like a sweetheart. Im so glad you found him. Hes lucky and so are you. Thank you for sharing Rusty with us. MisMachado
Green Chili Corn Muffins
Pookarina, I must confess to reading every word of your recipes and especially when you give the information to the source of it. I love it that you give so much credit to the people who gave you the recipe. Hopefully, they are around to read the lovely way...
Scenery: Moon (East Africa)
Robyn, this is the most beautiful Moonscape I think Ive ever seen. Its really breathtaking,and would inspire painters all over the world, no doubt. Thank you for sharing with us. MisMachado
Chinese Ching-A-Ling
We have what we like to call Saturday Night Specials in our family. I think youve just given us our new Saturday Night Special for the next few weeks. Sometimes, we get on a TexMex kick for a few weeks, then it might be Italian. Ive not seen a recipe for anything...
Chinese Ching-A-Ling
Were all set to make your Chinese Ching-A-Ling tomorrow night Pookarina. I just know its going to be a hit. Having to economize in a few places has made me give a lot of thought to the recipes like this which can be changed and substituted with other ingredients...
Apple-Matzo Kugel
I never met a kugel that I didnt like. They are so easy to make, and really very delicious. Thank you for sharing. MisMachado
Funny: Winning Is Fun!
One thing is for sure. You can never ever win if you dont play. No fun if a person is just gambling their entire lives or income away, but to play just for fun with what you can afford for entertainment anyway, you might just get really lucky. Glad you won...
Scenery: Jet Stream 9/11 Tribute
My whole family sat glued to the TV. All were crying in utter disbelief. It was the most tragic thing that has happened in my lifetime, and I live in fear of history repeating itself. When our very leaders and lawmakers take God out of every part of the most...
Photo: 59 Years Of Comfortable
Thank you for sharing this beautiful photo. I think those two had what we all look for. MisMachado
The Old Country Telephone
I just want to say that I agree with Just Plain Jos suggestion. Thank you for sharing another good story Pookarina. MisMachado
Oatmeal and Raisin Breakfast Cookies
Our bunch likes oatmeal, especially in the winter time, but there are often times when were in a hurry to fly out the door. With this bad economy, I am looking for ways to stop the visits to McDonalds and Burger King for breakfast items. Sometimes Im up early...
Wildlife: Broken Wing Butterfly
What a nice gentle thing to do Shannon. I think there are many people who wouldnt even think about helping an injured butterfly. You are getting my vote. Thanks for sharing your RAK (Random Act of Kindness). I dont think Ill ever look at another butterfly quite...
Feather Angels
These are so neat. They are easy enough for teen-agers to make too, so were going to be doing some for Christmas this year. I think theyll be nice for packages as well as for the tree or an indoor wreath. Thanks Myst. MisMachado
Tinker (Moluccan Cockatoo)
Might be a No-No, but its so cute. Its so hard not to give them what they want when they want it. Tinker is such a pretty bird. MisMachado
Homemade Columns for a Wedding Reception?
Go to a building supply (like for a furniture shop) and ask for heavy cardboard cylinders. They come in different diameters, and are sold by the foot. Used primarily to be covered with curved wood like woodworkers tambour (also available at the same shop). You...
Watkin's Pound Cake
Weve missed your recipes here lately, or maybe we just missed your stories. Love this one and the recipes too. Thank you for sharing Pookarina. MisMachado
Bailee (Pug Mix)
Bailee, you are a precious little baby. Im so happy you have found your forever home. Good Luck to you and all your humans. Pugs are so special. And they have more energy than you can ever imagine. MisMachado
Make Your Own Hair Detangler
I have very long hair, and if this works, itll be wonderful. Thanks for the tip. MisMachado
Mckayla (Golden Retriever)
She is such a pretty dog. Goldies are so smart, and Ive never seen one that wasnt beautiful. Thanks for sharing her with us. MisMachado
Otis (Horse)
That is a nice picture and I think its sweet that the horse came to say Hello to your grand dog. That horse surely does look well fed too. I would like to live somewhere my kids would be seeing things like this. It sounds very peaceful. Thank you Pookarina...
Lumpy (Cat)
Sounds like youve taken very good care of Lumpy. By not allowing her to run wild, you added many good years to her life. We wish you many more happy years together. Shes beautiful. Thank you for sharing. MisMachado
Lemon Jello Bundt Cake
Ive made this cake, and think its the best cake Ive ever tasted that starts out with a boxed cake mix. It is definitely the most moist and so easy. The glaze is wonderful, and I like to make it good and tart. Its probably a good time to make one. It refrigerates...
Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
This is similar to the ice-cream my grandmother made except she put fresh peaches that had been peeled, cut up and left sugaring in the refrigerator all night. It was the best ice-cream Ive ever tasted. Thanks for sharing. MisMachado
Black Russian Cake
I think this is the most grown-up recipe Ive ever seen. It sounds wonderful too. I dont have everything it takes to make this cake, but Im going to get it maybe a little at the time, and I can promise you that well have this cake for Thanksgiving. I think I...
Projects from Old Craft Supplies
What a sweetheart. Cats seem to love playing with or helping with anything that involves strings, yarn or paper. Lol. Thank you for sharing Robyn. MisMachado
Paddy (Labrador - Terrier)
Hug Paddy for us too. Im so glad that he had an angel in his life to help him. You never know. One day, he may just save your life too. What goes around does seem to come around. God Bless you both. MisMachado
French Canadian Sugar Pie
I have to learn how to make decent pie crust, thats all there is to is. Almost everything I really like has a pie crust on bottom at least. This sugar pie recipe does sound so good. I can always use a ready-made crust for the bottom, but end up making a mess...
Versatile Egg Rolls
Hmmmmm. I love egg rolls, but have never tried making them. Your directions make it sound easy enough so maybe Ill try it. I do like the versatility of all the various ingredients. Thank you so much. MisMachado
Make a Prayer Box
What a nice idea. Id like to do this, so Im going to make one. I think Id like to make it large enough so that my kids could use it too. God is going to be a very busy Fella, but nothing He cant handle. Thank you for sharing. MisMachado
Grandmother's Cookies (Bisquit a' Memere)
Strawberry Preserves is the magic word in this recipe. My mother always made her own from wild strawberries, and wed put it between plain sugar cookies. We kids would pick the berries for her to make the preserves, then sit and watch her stirring the big pot...
Morning Glory Muffins
I almost missed this recipe Pookarina. I always look for your entries and have never been disappointed. Love all the extras in this recipe so will be trying them soon. Never thought about loadig up a muffin with so many different things, but they sound wonderful...
Pumpkin Pecan Pie
This is like combining my 2 most favorite pies all in one. I will certainly have to try it. Thank you for sharing. MisMachado
Saying Goodbye to a Paradise: The...
Pookarina, the pictures most definitely remind me of some of the island paradise places weve visited and loved for all the same reasons that you cite about Steinhatchee. Quiet, peaceful, solitude, time to think your own thoughts, the sound of water nearby and...
Keep Medications and Water With You
What a great idea, and No Pookarina, you are not the last person in the world to think of this. Sorry, I may have that distinction for I honestly never thought of doing this. Im a diabetic, and I dont have to take the insulin shots, thank goodness, but I do...
Johnny Marzetti Casserole
My Goodness! I dont think Ive ever seen a recipe with so many ingredients in it before but when I read it over and really started paying attention, I realized that much of it is just plain old kitchen staple items. Things I have in my cabinets and can cupboard...
Sadie Belle (Boxer)
Im beginning to feel as if I know this granddoggie of yours. Its so great to be able to hear more about an animal the way ThriftyFun keeps and uses the archives. Anyway, we will look forward to hearing more about your Sadie Belle and her latest antics. Thank...
Lily (Cat)
Lily looks as if she might have some Maine Coone in her. That might account for how precious she is (smile). We are partial to Maine Coon kiities. She is a beautiful kitty girl. Thank you for sharing. MisMachado
Rustic Iowa Barn
Great photo. Itll make a great painting. I love doing the wet on wet painting. Thanks for sharing it. MisMachado
Fix Sandal Clasp with Key Ring
Very smart. Its called using your head for something other than a hat rack. MisMachado :-)
Marsha's Banana-Walnut Tea Bread
I agree with the StarWarsCollector. Seeing the picture this morning prompted me to head back for the kitchen and use up the last bananas to make these beautiful Banana Tea Bread. We just called them quick breads when I was growing up, but I like your name for...
Create Stick Sculptures to Attract Birds
What a neat and thoughtful idea. My mom is going to love this. I cant wait for her to see it. Thank you so much. MisMachado
Marsha's Banana-Walnut Tea Bread
Hi Snowbells, Unless specified as pullman or mini loaf pans, you may assume the pan size to be a standard which is anywhere from 8x4x 3 to 9 x 3 1/2x 3. Your loaves may come out slightly taller or not quite as tall, but youll find them to weigh about the same...
Meat Pie (French Canadian Tourtiere)
This is the exact recipe that my MIL must use to make this delicious hoiday staple at all our familys holiday get-to-gethers. I know for sure that she made 22 of these 9 pies last Christmas, and long before New Years, she had to make more. Some people add turkey...
Polynesian Refrigerator Cake
Weve eaten cake similar to this, but it didnt have coconut in it. I would like it either way, and am happy to see the recipe come through. Thanks Pookarina. MisMachado
Golden Pumpkin Soup
The only ways Ive ever eaten pumpkin was in a quick bread and in pumpkin pie. This sounds so good and Im very tempted to make the soup. Im hoping my husband likes the sound of it too. Thanks Pookarina. MisMachado
Mr. V (Sulphur-crested Cockatoo) and Rocky...
This is the kind of animal interactions that I think we enjoy the most. Seeing the different species of even domestic animals obviously getting along together so well proves that we could all get along if only we tried. The bird and the dog may not even realize...
Apple-Raisin Cornbread
I can see why this recipe ended up in your book of Family Favorites. Thats where its going in our book too. Its exactly the sort of recipe that I like best. Versitile and just plain good. My husband is an all-southern man and loves his cornbread. I think hes...
Use Ladies Shirts as Girls Dresses
Really neat idea. Adorable granddaughters too. They look as pleased as you are about their new dresses. Thank you for sharing. Thumbs Up. Mismachado
Rustic Cardboard Birdhouse
This would be a perfect family project or one for a husband and wife to do together as it sounds like you and your wife may have done. It turned out just beautiful. Im sure you had to enjoy what you were doing. The directions are long but easily understood...
Make Your Own Patio Umbrellas
You are very smart to recycle the patio umbrella frames. Great idea. Thank you, MisMachado
Econo Cookies
A great recipe for making lots of good cookies. Ive substituted chopped dates in similar recipes and used chopped peanuts many times for our Girl Scout Troop who devour cookies at the rate of lightspeed. With the additions, most often weve just made drop cookies...
Tiger (Maine Coon Mix)
We love cats of all types, but especially tiger kitties. Your Tiger is beautiful. Thanks for sharing him with us. MisMachado
Old-Fashioned Hershey's Cocoa Fudge
You make it sound like fun Pookarina. I want to make candy now, and probably will end up making a big mess. I love to cook, but theres a few things Ive always felt was beyond me. Maybe its age, but as I grow older, I want to learn more and wish Id been more...
Josie (American Long Haired)
He is beautiful, and Im so happy that you saved him. Some people have no heart at all, I suppose. Poor baby, but it all turned out good and you can see how happy he is now. Thanks for sharing Josie with us. MisMachado
Cleveland Zoo (Ohio)
The Cleveland Zoo is one of the best. We love to go there and spend an entire day, and still feel that weve not seen enough. These are awesome photos. Thank you for sharing. MisMachado
Chocolate Ting-A-Lings
My oh My ! This recipe brings back the memories. Hadnt thought of them in simply ages, but now that you mention it, Ill just have to whip up a batch myself. Another Thumbs Up Pookarina. Mucho Thanks. MisMachado
Soap Sachet
What a clever idea! It turns out to look almost like fancy crochet work. Good job ! Thank you Julia. Im going to do a bunch of these for Tea Party favors for my group of lady friends. I think I can do them all by hand too since I dont crochet, and I just love...
Homemade Hostess Cupcakes
Hi again, Katrina, In making the filling for these Hostess Cakes, did you mean to add FLOUR or the Powdered SUGAR to the egg whites? I think there may be a typo there, and wanted to set it right if possible. So easy to miss when youre typing so much. I do it...
My Frugal Life: Lessons From My Mother
Reading this essay brought back so many memories of things Ive head my parents and grandparents talk about. I love hearing about all these things and wish they could be like that again. Working all together to accomplish work, or to have the material things...
Mother's Goulash
I enjoyed your bit of personal history along with the great recipe. Cutting out paper dolls is something of a lost art now, I think. Havent even heard it mentioned in so long. Goulash was always a weekly Thursday night special when I was a kid. We had the beef...
Milk (Cat)
Milk is just beautiful. You know he spends a lot of his life just keeping all that gorgeous fur as white as milk. :-) A really great picture too. Nice setting. Thank you for sharing him with us. MisMachado
What Breed is This Puppy?
She certainly doesnt have the eyes of a Pit Bull. Not at all. She looks to be a mix perhaps, of English Shepherd along with Labrador, either of which make wonderful family pets. I do not see any feature that spells Pit Bull. Pit Bulls can be good family dogs...
Trina (Lab Mix)
Love that Colgate smile too. :-) Shes beautiful. Looks like she might have a little bit of chow in her. If that is black on her tongue, and some red on one ear.
Versatile Sour Cream Spread
Sounds delish. I would eat the whole bowl with some fresh Classic potato chips and sleep like a baby. Wish I had some right now. :-) Thanx Pookarina MisMachado
Lemon-Pineapple Congealed Dessert
Oh, boy! This is very different. Im trying to imagine the taste of cheese and pecans with Lemon Jello and pineapple. Will have to try it to see how everyone likes it. A very interesting and different recipe for sure. MisMachado
Chuck Wagon Biscuits
Pookarina, I thought you might like to know that we tried these chuck wagon biscuits last weekend while camping. I used butter instead of the oils or bacon grease, and the only prep I really did at home was to cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients so...
Pork Chops Buried in Dressing
Sounds better than turkey now. I think we ate too much turkey last year before I went back to work. No matter which meat you put with the dressing, were always going to want the jellied cranberry sauce with it. Yummmmm. Thanks for sharing another great recipe...
Banana Oatmeal Cookies
We would eat these for breakfast. LOL He wont eat oatmeal, but hell eat the cookies. Go figure. Thank you Robin, MisMachado
Molly (Samoyed)
We had a Russian Samoyed, just a little smaller version than the American Samoyed. They are wonderful loving pets, and Ive never seen one that wasnt beautiful. I will always miss our girl. Thanks for sharing your Molly with us. MisMachado
Quick and Healthy Potato Salad
The original and the variation sound really good. Weve gotten away from using so much mayo on every salad, and now that I have a yogurt machine, we are using yogurt instead of mayo. Even in salad dressings, and Ive finally persuaded my husband to use it too...
Date Nut Tea Sandwiches
This was my favorite sandwich at Wolfies, a wonderful Jewish Deli in New York. It came with that dill pickle spear too. :-) Dont see it on a menu very often. Thank you Julia. MisMachado
Moravian Sugar Cake
We used to stop at a PA roadside stand and buy squares of something that sounds like this. It was fairly heavy for the size of the squares, so I suspect it had something like potato starch in it. When we got it, it was still warm, and so good. I havent made...
Dandy (Maine Coon)
She is sitting in the right box too, since she is a real Cutie. She looks like a sweet girl too. Thanks for the lovely photos. MisMachado
Grub Gravy
Hey, I like that idea. Ill bet we could do the same for our Sunday School classses that we take to the park once a month. We do a kind of campfire cookout with a singalong accompanied by a guitarist. Eating from the tin pie pans is the best of all. Very cowboyish...
Oven Swiss Steak
This brings back some school cafeteria memories. I think they made their swiss steak using ground beef patties, but everything else sounds about the same. Always over mashed potatoes, it was something that we all enjoyed. I wish I had the recipe for the hot...
Cherry Dessert
We like almost any dessert made with Cherry Pie Filling, so I wanted to try this tonight. Reading the other feedback, Ive decided that it might be a little sweet for our taste as well, so I cut back on the confectioners sugar to only 1/2 cup in the filling...
Redheaded Lizards (Broad-Headed Skinks)
Most definitely, these are Broadheaded Skinks and they are often found in the Carolinas. Great pics of them too. Thanks for taking the time to share. MisMachado
Thank You Notes for Mom
My Mother passed about 3 years ago, and I too wish Id thought to do this. I would have had to write an awful lot of thank you notes, thats for sure. I know you earned it, but you are a lucky mom. You have nice children. Thank you for sharing that. MisMachado
How Do You Get a Dog to Stop Chasing Cars?
We only have 1 dog, but wouldnt even think of allowing him to run loose to chase anything. Theres always the chance of them getting hit by another car in their frenzy to catch the one theyre chasing. This is a bad habit that is easily remedied. If you love...
Chloe (American Longhair)
She is a gorgeous cat and Im so glad you found one another. They can fill up our lives like nothing else. Its good for your heart and blood pressure when youre petting her too. Good for both of you. This is a known fact. MisMachado
Split Pea Vegetable Soup
Our grandmum always made this type of soup in the winter time. It was so good, it was like a warm hug from her. I dont know what all she put in hers, but this sounds close. Thanks for the recipe. MisMachado
Pumpkin Tea Bread
Well eat just about any dessert with pumpkin in it. Mom made the best Bread Pudding, and added canned pumpkin and spices to it. Yum! Thanks, MisMachado
Isis Louise (American Domestic Shorthair)
Great story. I know just what you mean about her being into everything you do. We have 3 cats, and a dog. Even if one of them is not feeling well, (you can tell because theyre not playing), the others will sit or lie close to him or her. I get really upset...
Isis Louise (American Domestic Shorthair)
Great story. I know just what you mean about her being into everything you do. We have 3 cats, and a dog. Even if one of them is not feeling well, (you can tell because theyre not playing), the others will sit or lie close to him or her. I get really upset...
Scenery: Audubon Park, New Orleans
Hi Vin, Thank you for sharing this very lovely photo with us. I enjoy all the nature pics and especially anything with animals in them are my favorites. Julia in Boca Raton, FL
My Mother's Gingerbread
This is another familiar recipe. It was an old family tradition to give all the children a square of iced gingerbread wrapped in cellophane in their Christmas Stocking. If you didnt find it, then you were sure that St.Nicholas wasnt happy with you, and you...
Egg and Olive Salad
I must agree with jrmahon. I think the red or purple onion would be the mildest in flavor and wouldnt over power the other ingredients. I also would keep the black olives as a garnish for the same reason jrmahon outlined. The only addition I can come up with...
Honey Mustard Mozzarella Chicken
Thank you Deeli for this great-sounding recipe. Any good recipe using chicken has got to be a winner for several reasons nowadays. This is not going to take long to prepare, and that too is a real plus. MisMachado
Jiminy Cricket (Pomeranian)
Such a little cutie-pie. I had a little dog once that slept on his back in almost that exact position. He was so funny. Thanks for sharing his pic with us. MisMachado
Better Cake Mix Tips
I have a friend who makes cookies using cake mix. She is not the type of person who likes to give out her secrets. Is there a special recipe for cookies using cake mix, please? Thank you, MisMachado
Nothing Has Worked To Get Rid Of Fleas?
This is really sad. Youd think with all the vets in this country, at least some of them would have heard of using the old original Blue Dawn dish washing liquid and the use of food grade diatomaceous earth. Especially the diatomaceous earth which has been around...
