Category Archives: summer

Year ‘Round School

Posted on August 7, 2012 by

This has been a topic of great debate all over our country for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I was horrified – HORRIFIED!! – at the thought of going to school all year. Who goes to … Continue reading →

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T.G.I.F.

Posted on June 14, 2012 by

Ahhh…Finally, it’s Friday! How was your week? Mine was busy with kids. I have one more than I normally do when school is out. I have my regular little ones older sister, who is 9. Sometimes it’s okay, other times, … Continue reading →

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Orange Push-Up Smoothie

Posted on May 2, 2012 by

1 can orange juice concentrate, slightly thawed 1 cup milk (half and half, cream, nut milk, soy milk) 1/2 cup sugar, or to taste (you can reduce the sugar or use an alternate sugar substitute such as stevia but it won’t taste … Continue reading →

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Orangesicle Cocktail

Posted on April 27, 2012 by

Orangesicle Cocktail  Ice cubes Orange Juice Vanilla flavored Vodka Vanilla Ice Cream Orange Soda Directions: Place ice cubes, vanilla ice cream, vanilla flavored vodka and orange juice in a blender and blend well. Pour 3/4 full into serving glass. Equally top each … Continue reading →

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Rainbow Popsicles

Posted on July 20, 2011 by

Made with fresh lemonade, orange and pomegranate juice, these popsicles are juicy and sweet rainbow treats. Rainbow popsicles are pretty easy to make, but they take time since each layer needs to freeze before you add the next one. This … Continue reading →

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T.G.I.F.

Posted on June 9, 2011 by

I hope everyone had a nice week! It is officially summer break for us, and I’m looking forward to it. The weather has been so drastically different. Cold, to hot and muggy, to just about perfect and now we’re back to cold. It’s funny … Continue reading →

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SWEET LEMON TEA

Posted on April 25, 2011 by

Ingredients 3 family-size tea bags 1 (12-ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed 1 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional) Sliced lemons, for garnish Directions~In a medium saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add the tea bags, remove … Continue reading →

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Our summer getaway

Posted on June 7, 2010 by

Happy Tuesday all. I wanted to write and share what Paul and I did last weekend. We rented a cabin for the summer on a nice little lake near us. Not 15 minutes away but while there, you feel away. … Continue reading →

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Free Chat Thursday

Posted on June 2, 2010 by

The picture I chose today was just because I really liked it when I saw it! How free you must feel up there, like you’re flying. I’ve never brought myself to get on one of those swing rides, but I … Continue reading →

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Free Chat Thursday

Posted on May 5, 2010 by

Mothers Day is approaching! Usually Joy, Sue, the kids and I go plant flower baskets. This year we aren’t because Joy has had the worst time with the air. All the pollen in the air is really bothering her so … Continue reading →

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Random Thought Thursday

Posted on March 3, 2010 by

I’m wondering what kind of random things we will talk about this Thursday! The last two Thursdays have been fun, just chatting about anything and sometimes nothing at all. It kind of felt like I was sitting in my living … Continue reading →

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Our Life…Unplugged

Posted on August 16, 2009 by

I have never liked being alone and I have never enjoyed the sound of silence. For me, if it was quiet then I was more than likely alone and I wasn’t comfortable with that. I would actually have my TV … Continue reading →

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YUM from Kweenmama

Posted on June 28, 2009 by

This looks like a tasty treat from Kweenmama. My brother-in-law introduced it to our family: Rinse off a ripe strawberry and pat dry.  Dip the strawberry in sour cream, roll it in brown sugar, and enjoy! Bet you can’t eat … Continue reading →

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Karen’s pasta salad

Posted on June 14, 2009 by

8cups (aprox) Tri-colored cooked Fusili pasta One small bunch blanched brocolli cut small 1cup cherry tomatoes halved 1/4cup black olives (optional) 1cup sliced fresh mushrooms 3/4cup chopped green onion 1cup crab meat chunks 1cup cubed cheddar cheese 1-2 tsp garlic … Continue reading →

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TACO SALAD from javajunkee

Posted on June 11, 2009 by

TACO SALAD from javajunkee. SALAD: 1 head lettuce ( I also cheat and use bags of lettuce..sometimes shredded)1 lb. hamburger8 oz. shredded Cheddar cheese1 can kidney beans, drained1 chopped onion4 med. tomatoes, chopped ( I actually use canned …I just … Continue reading →

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California salad from Karen

Posted on June 10, 2009 by

1 head romaine lettuce   2 chopped tomatoes   2 sliced green onions   1 cup grated cheddar cheese (or tex mex cheese)   1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)   2 cups corn chips   DRESSING   1 avocado … Continue reading →

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Tomato and cucumber salad from Gary

Posted on June 9, 2009 by

This one is from Gary. This delicious salad is quick and easy to make and FULL of flavor. It’s a great salad for a light lunch or as a side with your grilled burgers or brats. Enjoy! Ingredients: 2 medium tomatoes, cut … Continue reading →

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STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB CAKE from javajunkee

Posted on June 8, 2009 by

STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB CAKE from javajunkee 1 yellow cake mix4 c. diced rhubarb3 oz. box strawberry Jello1 c. sugar Mix cake mix according to directions on package. Cover bottom of a 9×13 inch pan with rhubarb. Sprinkle Jello over rhubarb. Sprinkle sugar … Continue reading →

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Caesar Salad Chicken Pizza….from javajunkee

Posted on June 3, 2009 by

Caesar Salad Chicken Pizza….from javajunkee. 2 — premade pizza crusts 1 large bottle of Caesar salad dressingcaesar flavored croutons8oz shredded cheesediced tomatoesdiced onioncooked diced/sliced chicken ( I use the prepackaged O.M. grilled chicken) 6oz pkgshredded lettuce I also get the throw … Continue reading →

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My Potato Salad from Just A Mom

Posted on May 31, 2009 by

I’m not going to post pictures unless you send them since this is the “yellow” vs “white” and it’s hard for me to tell what yours looks like. From Just A Mom at Life Is Funny Wearing Purple Colored Glasses. … Continue reading →

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Ham Cream Cheese and Pickle rolls

Posted on May 28, 2009 by

These are the biggest hit at all of our family get togethers. I thought everyone had heard of them but I found out that isn’t the case! So if you haven’t heard of them or haven’t tried them…..you’re in for … Continue reading →

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WHITE POTATO SALAD from javajunkee

Posted on May 26, 2009 by

This is from javajunkee at just for the ell of it. boil,cool, peel, slice potatoes ( I use the baby reds or new potatoes)bunch of chopped green onionscelery seed (to your liking)2 boiled eggs peeled and diced Dressing: 1 cup … Continue reading →

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Shrimp Veggie Pasta Salad from Just A Mom

Posted on May 21, 2009 by

Here’s one from Just A Mom from over at Life Is Funny Wearing Purple Colored Glasses. 8 ounces cooked tricolor spiral pasta, rinsed 1 pound small shrimp, boiled, peeled and deveined 3 small tomatoes, chopped 1 cup chopped onions 1 cup chopped celery … Continue reading →

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Let’s share some summer recipes

Posted on May 19, 2009 by

It’s been bantered about on some of our blogs about what kinds of things we eat in the summer.  We did this recipe exchange last winter so I thought maybe we should try it again now with different things we … Continue reading →

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Question of the day

Posted on February 1, 2009 by

Do you have an outdoor thermometer?

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