tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5903777065684878932024-03-13T21:35:00.467-07:00project {create a home}Screaming Memehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12486356600439852116noreply@blogger.comBlogger307125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-49279438225374720452011-04-28T09:57:00.001-07:002011-04-28T10:01:12.986-07:00A GIVEAWAY SERIES!!!Come over to Screaming Meme's and check out our GIVEAWAY series!!!!<br /><br />Here is a peek at one giveaway!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PfpvbsZV3BQ/Tbmc9MS_O5I/AAAAAAAAC4g/4AMCPX_wZPA/s1600/dt1_cduck_natural_otto.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 156px; height: 100px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PfpvbsZV3BQ/Tbmc9MS_O5I/AAAAAAAAC4g/4AMCPX_wZPA/s400/dt1_cduck_natural_otto.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600680186698742674" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />http://thescreamingmeme.blogspot.com/2011/04/screaming-memes-favorite-things.html<br /><br /><center><p><img class="centered" alt="post signature" src="http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq43/sparkytink/signaturePCAH.jpg" /></p></center>Screaming Memehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12486356600439852116noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-13025201609969632222010-06-03T00:29:00.000-07:002010-06-03T00:29:00.686-07:00remembering dad<center><br />
june is just around the corner...and that means father's day is very close.<br />
how about a head start on our fav father's day finds for good old dad?<br />
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our fav golfer gift...the "<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46307299/kiss-my-putthand-stamped-copper-golf">kiss my putt</a>" marker from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/tinytokensdesigns">tiny tokens designs</a>.<br />
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beer for dad? yep...in soap! i love this one...<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46460160/beer-soap-the-brunette-made-with?ref=sr_list_20&ga_search_query=father&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=8&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">beer soap, the brunnette</a>, from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ConcordSoap">concord soap</a> is perfect! and to answer your question, no you don't smell like beer when you wash with it! $4.75.<br />
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and since we know that dad didn't do as good as you will for him...buy a BEER soap & get a lip balm FREE! {a little something for Dad & a little freebie for Mom!} put the code CREATEAHOME in the notes to seller.<br />
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cufflinks...we have some uber fun finds!<br />
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for the reading dad...a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45802050/hand-forged-copper-bookmark-personalized?ref=sr_list_3&ga_search_query=dad&ga_search_type=&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">handmade copper bookmark</a> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PearlieGirl">pearlie girl</a>...mention "pcah blog" in your purchase and receive 15% discount on the bookmark TODAY ONLY.<br />
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these geek cufflinks are from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45711240/geek-engraved-on-mirror-acrylic-on">crimson king</a>...<br />
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a super fun t-shirt for dad...<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/44728849/world-peace-on-mens-american-apparel?ref=sr_list_6&ga_search_query=father&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=12&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">world peace</a>...from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/rctees">rc tees</a>. $20.<br />
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a travel humidor for the cigar loving daddy...this is not only gorgeous but useful for a business traveler. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Wilbur4s">wilbur wood</a> offers this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/35376197/portabletravel-humidor-segmented-602?ref=sr_list_10&ga_search_query=humidor&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">deluxe travel humidor</a>.<br />
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a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/14700682/deluxe-metro-man-bifold-wallet-heathered">deluxe metro bi-fold wallet</a> from sewlutions by AMO for $60. gorgeous combination of suiting wool and rivets, with lots of style and purpose.<br />
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laptop guy?? check this handsome and metro <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/40359623/fullgive-accessories-red-leather-laptop?ref=sr_list_10&ga_search_query=men&ga_search_type=&ga_page=2&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">laptop sleeve</a> to protect electronic love of his life. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/fullgive"> fullgive accessories </a>offers this custom leather sanctuary for dad's fav laptop! and talk about deal...fullgive is offering a $20 discount on any item {in the form of a rebate}! mention "pcah blog" at checkout to receive your refund! woo hooo!<br />
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and for the dad who has it all...<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/36481015/number-1-dad-beer-cozie?ref=sr_list_8&ga_search_query=dad&ga_search_type=&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">a beer cozy</a> for that #1 dad by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/knitrovert">knitrovert</a> for $14...mention PCAH in your buy and get free shipping!!!<br />
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go ahead...get going on dad's gifts! you have a great start here!!!<br />
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and the winner of the lip balm giveaway is...<br />
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i am kinda hungry now after thinking about blueberry cheesecake and creme brulee. i think i'll have a little lip balm myself!<br />
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congrats to sara...and don't forget to keep looking around...there's more giveaways and fun advice coming your way soon!!<br />
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</center><center>"Every cake deserves its own special day and May is the month for blueberry cheesecake to have its moment. May 26 is National Blueberry Cheesecake Day, giving you just one more reason to indulge in a creamy blueberry dessert. And since blueberries are considered one of the healthiest fruits, you can treat yourself to a luscious slice of blueberry cheesecake without feeling all that guilty. Here are some cheesecake tips and recipes to help you celebrate National Blueberry Cheesecake Day.</center><center><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"> CHEESECAKE TIP #1: CHOOSE THE BEST CHEESE</span><br />
The most common cheeses to use for most cheesecakes are cream cheese or ricotta cheese. Cream cheese will give you a denser cake as compared to ricotta. Other fresh creamy cheeses, such as mascarpone, cottage cheese and goat cheese can also be used. For the most luscious mouth-feel, use a full-fat cheese. And if you must reduce the calories, substitute only half of the full-fat cheese with a low-fat variety.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"> CHEESECAKE TIP #2: START WITH ROOM TEMPERATURE INGREDIENTS</span><br />
Before you begin making the cheesecake filling, make sure all of the ingredients are at room temperature. This is especially important for cream cheese – it should be soft so it blends easily and you don’t end up with lumps in the filling.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"> CHEESECAKE TIP #3: DON’T OVER BEAT</span><br />
Over-mixing the filling can lead to cracks in the finished cheesecake. Always start by beating the cheese by itself in the bowl before adding any other ingredients. Make sure the cheese is extra creamy and lump-free. Once you add the remaining ingredients, only mix until just blended.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"> CHEESECAKE TIP #4: USE FRESH BLUEBERRIES</span><br />
If you are adding blueberries to your filling, fresh blueberries are your best choice. Fresh blueberries are preferred over frozen because frozen blueberries will have more liquid in them, which can water down the filling. If you do use frozen blueberries, make sure they are thawed, drained and dried very well.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"> CHEESECAKE TIP #5: BAKE BUT DON’T BREAK</span><br />
Perfect cheesecakes are crack-free. You can achieve this by using a spring form pan, baking cheesecake in a water bath, and baking it slow. A spring form pan allows you to easily remove the sides of the pan, no unmolding necessary. A water bath helps ensure even baking and less chance of cracks. Baking a cheesecake slowly and at a consistent temperature will make a much creamier and uniform cheesecake.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"> CHEESECAKE TIP #6: DON’T OVER BAKE</span><br />
Cheesecakes will continue to bake after they are removed from the oven, and baking too long will lead to cracks. Remove cheesecake from the oven when the middle is still just a bit jiggly. It will continue to set up as it cools.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"> CHEESECAKE TIP #7: COOL AND CHIL</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">L</span><br />
Proper cooling is an essential part of baking a perfect cheesecake. When you take cheesecake out of the oven, remove it from the water bath and run a knife around the edge of the cake to release the filling from the sides. As the cheesecake cools, it will shrink and if it isn’t released from the pan, it will crack. Also, once cool enough, place cheesecake in the refrigerator to chill for a few hours to completely set up. If possible, make your cheesecake the day before you plan to serve it."<br />
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sheknows.com has great tips...thanks to them for these!<br />
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danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-2434080411925463652010-05-25T00:06:00.000-07:002010-05-25T00:06:00.283-07:00mmmm...cheesecake! and another giveaway!!!<div style="text-align: center;">one of the joys of being an american is that we know how to celebrate...and we eat our feelings!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://cdn.sheknows.com/articles/mini-blueberry-cheesecake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://cdn.sheknows.com/articles/mini-blueberry-cheesecake.jpg" /></a></div>may 25th is national blueberry cheesecake day! i know, right? we have a whole day honoring blueberry cheesecake! so go ahead and make some up!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">love to bake...well, <a href="http://www.sheknows.com/articles/809034/national-blueberry-cheesecake-day-recipes/page:3">HERE</a>'s your tasty recipe to celebrate the day from she knows!</div><div style="text-align: center;">you say you don't want the calories...well, have we got a surprise for you!!! take a look at these fab and calorie free ways to celebrate all year long!<br />
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jewelry that adds to the outfit, but not to the waist!<br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46395788/blueberry-cheesecake-stud-earrings">earrings</a> that are delish...and super cute from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/tiffeaddington">sinner's sweets</a>.<br />
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<center>blueberry cheesecake day is tomorrow and you have to be ready...</center><center>and we are here to help with a giveaway!</center><center><br />
</center><center>who can't fall in total love with <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/20953121/blueberry-cheesecake-lip-balm">lipbalm</a>...i mean, you get the taste, no calories!</center><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/iusb_760x100.5914443.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="42" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/iusb_760x100.5914443.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><center><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PassionMoonPotions">passion mood potions</a> has some awesome blueberry cheesecake lip balm for $3!!</center><center><br />
</center><center>oh so you say you want some blueberry lip balm for free?? well, we can do that for you today!!!!</center><center><br />
</center><center>here's how...</center><center>enter by simply going to <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PassionMoonPotions">passion mood potions</a> and tell me in a comment what your fav thing is and why...</center><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.73808394.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.73808394.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
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with summer just around the corner, it's time to start planning some fun times...and those times have to be budget friendly. here are a few great finds for free summer fun...<br />
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many large theater chains have free movie times for families and kids throughout the summer. and it's super easy to find...head to the theater closest to you {{here's <a href="http://www.regmovies.com/nowshowing/familyfilmfestivalschedule.aspx">regal's site</a>} for your showing dates, times and all the fun, free details!!!<br />
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how about some hand-on fun building stuff? lowes offers free clinics for kiddos most saturday's at 10am...and it's building fun stuff like race cars and catapults!!! you have to register prior <a href="https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/">HERE</a> but it's super fun...and free! it builds kids confidence and they build something fun too!<br />
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home depot offers the same deal...between 9 and noon on the first saturday of the month. check out <a href="http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Kids_Workshops&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053&navFlow=3&searchRedirect=kids%20workshop&cm_sp=searchredirect-_-kids_workshop_lp-_-x-_-x&locStoreNum=2011&marketID=276">home depot</a> for more info.<br />
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add some arts and culture...target stores offer target free days at many museums around the country...take a look <a href="http://sites.target.com/site/en/company/page.jsp?contentId=WCMP04-031764">HERE</a> for places near you.<br />
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so get on out there and have some good, old fashioned FREE fun!!!<br />
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danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-67321873969353007052010-05-14T00:00:00.000-07:002010-05-14T06:00:09.998-07:00{Flea Market Finds}<div><span class="Apple-style-span">W</span>ith a good Flea Market season finally here, I've started compiling a list of things to look for. Have you ever been to the Flea Market and found something you fell in love with but had NO IDEA what to do with it? It happens to me all of the time and I usually end up leaving my beloved piece behind since I can't find a purpose for it under pressure. </div><div><br />
</div><div>So, I thought I would share a few cool uses for flea market finds I found online that I thought were great and may help you start compiling a list of your own...</div><div><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">And old banister rail as a mail sorter...</div><div><br />
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Love this! Old jump ropes as seat cushion ties...</div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_h8dSnE3UXY8/S-wgtfI8vVI/AAAAAAAAFC0/GBSsx2D_aNk/s1600/ss_101021884.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470783613173546322" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_h8dSnE3UXY8/S-wgtfI8vVI/AAAAAAAAFC0/GBSsx2D_aNk/s400/ss_101021884.jpg" style="cursor: hand; cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 333px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 300px;" /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
Beautiful molding as a display shelf....</div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_h8dSnE3UXY8/S-wgtM-Y5AI/AAAAAAAAFCs/VEJGufB4tCU/s1600/ss_100177388.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470783608297415682" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_h8dSnE3UXY8/S-wgtM-Y5AI/AAAAAAAAFCs/VEJGufB4tCU/s400/ss_100177388.jpg" style="cursor: hand; cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 400px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 300px;" /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>an old rustic mantle as a headboard....</div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_h8dSnE3UXY8/S-wgsu4WGiI/AAAAAAAAFCk/mapwhQwFBes/s1600/ss_100089139.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470783600219003426" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_h8dSnE3UXY8/S-wgsu4WGiI/AAAAAAAAFCk/mapwhQwFBes/s400/ss_100089139.jpg" style="cursor: hand; cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 400px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 300px;" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
Hope you enjoyed! You can find more cool & creative ideas <a href="http://www.bhg.com/decorating/budget-decorating/flea-market-finds/flea-market-chic-home-accents/?page=1">here</a>! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">{{HUGS}}</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.chroniclesofamommy.blogspot.com/">Kacey</a></div><br />
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</center>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-53007097965902999042010-05-11T00:03:00.000-07:002010-05-11T00:03:00.152-07:00picky eaters welcome here<div style="text-align: center;">it's hard when you have to feed picky eaters...when every meal is a battle and there seems to be tears when it's all suppose to just be fun. here's a few really fun tips to make that picky eater a little happier...and hopefully, you too!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"> start off with making meal times fun instead of dreaded. super fun eating time for the kiddos...why not??!!</div><center><br />
how about making the ordinary extraordinary...and using fun cutlery is a great way to do that!<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Trebimbi-Puppet-3-2dpc-Kids-92-Cutlery/dp/B000EIGW2S/ref=pd_sim_ba_3">trembibi</a> has this awesome little set...and who doesn't want flatware that smiles back!! $24<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21tSd%2By9hGL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21tSd%2By9hGL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" /></a></div>i love this idea from zak.com...a nibble tray with detachable lid! it has 3 dipping compartments in the "leaves" that stay cool to hold all those different dips that picky eaters love. it's even a great idea for those restaurant trips for the kiddos!<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.zak.com/assets/images/dsra-j210%20with%20lid%20offset.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.zak.com/assets/images/dsra-j210%20with%20lid%20offset.jpg" width="276" /></a></div>and since it's not all about the containers and about presentation, those eaters still need nutrition. use what that eater will eat and put it in everything...for sofia, it was sweet baby ray's bbq sauce. for some it's cereal.<br />
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<a href="http://family.go.com/food/recipe-ak-838274-golden-fish-sticks-t/">golden fish sticks</a>...with frosted flakes.<br />
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a <a href="http://family.go.com/food/recipe-ak-848268-funny-face-hamburgers-t/">hamburger </a>with a face...<br />
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and my fav...<a href="http://family.go.com/food/recipe-ak-816872-mini-shepherd-s-pie-t/">mini shepherd pies</a> with a smile<br />
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happy eating!!!<br />
danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-50455408582115743772010-05-10T05:26:00.000-07:002010-05-10T05:26:41.470-07:00tuesday's winners...<center><br />
and the winners are...<br />
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meaghan at <a href="http://megandtheboys.blogspot.com/">meg and the boys</a>!!<br />
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ash at <a href="http://www.shadesofblueandgreen.com/">shades of blue and green</a>!!!!<br />
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and it was all in honor of a sweet little girl named tuesday. thanks for helping kick cancers butt!<br />
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winners picked by using random.org.<br />
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danyele @ a thorn among roses<br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-83346145076256202922010-05-05T00:23:00.000-07:002010-05-05T00:23:00.162-07:00another giveaway for tuesday???<center><br />
it's a new day...and that means a little more fun to giveaway and offer to you...and to kick cancer's booty!<br />
{{found this on zazzle...and i had to laugh}}<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://rlv.zcache.com/kick_cancers_butt_card-p137200897704232059qqld_400.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://rlv.zcache.com/kick_cancers_butt_card-p137200897704232059qqld_400.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>so back to my not so immature mind...<br />
you say you loved that <a href="http://sarahjanestudios.com/">sarah jane</a> print yesterday? well, today is another fab find from <a href="http://sarahjanestudios.com/">sarah jane studios</a>...a hand made 4x6 print...i call 3 bear chairs, girlie style.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2M9bbxknNTE/S-BYvMRpFYI/AAAAAAAACjE/cDoE0DH6pa0/s1600/IMG_0182.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2M9bbxknNTE/S-BYvMRpFYI/AAAAAAAACjE/cDoE0DH6pa0/s320/IMG_0182.jpg" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://sarahjanestudios.com/images/homepage_09.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="93" src="http://sarahjanestudios.com/images/homepage_09.png" width="200" /></a></div>so precious...and fab for any little girls room or in a play room! it's just, well, girlie!!!<br />
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oh you are interested in winning? fab...it's easy peasy! just enter!!<br />
simply leave a comment here and then be sure to donate $1 to the Tuesday Fiona Whitt Foundation, which benefits <a href="http://www.whatchagonnado.org/whatchagonnado/index.html">Whatchagonnado.org</a>, started by tuesday's parents.<br />
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so go here and donate your dollar...<br />
<a href="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=4164865"><img src="http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k224/debi90/donatetuesdaybutton.jpg" /></a><br />
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and then go here and look at all the other fab auctions that you can enter as well.<br />
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danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-32604871741879803692010-05-04T10:19:00.000-07:002010-05-04T10:19:02.516-07:00tuesday's blog party<center>it's time to celebrate...time to remember...time to take some action.<br />
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<a href="http://www.thewhitts.com/half12/tuesdays-story">tuesday fiona whitt</a> was this precious little twin girlie who i loved in blogland...and she lost her battle with cancer two years ago. blogland came alive with prayers, support and action for the whitt family. and in that action, the tuesday fiona whitt foundation was born to fight that stinking pediatric cancer.<br />
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so now, every year...for the last 2 years...there's a tuesday blog party! and here at PCAH we are jumping on the bandwagon to support pediatric cancer and little miss tuesday's fam.</center><center><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://sarahjanestudios.com/images/homepage_09.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="93" src="http://sarahjanestudios.com/images/homepage_09.png" width="200" /></a></div><center>here's how it works...<br />
we are offering this fab, hand made pieces of art from <a href="http://sarahjanestudios.com/">sarah jane studios</a>...<br />
a gorgeous 8x10, hand signed print, april<br />
{and then look around <a href="http://sarahjanestudios.com/">sarah jane's stuff</a>...it's pretty awesome}<br />
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oh you are interested in winning? fab...it's easy peasy! just enter!!<br />
simply leave a comment land then be sure to donate $1 to the Tuesday Fiona Whitt Foundation, which benefits <a href="http://www.whatchagonnado.org/whatchagonnado/index.html">Whatchagonnado.org</a>, started by tuesday's parents.<br />
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so go here and donate your dollar...<br />
<a href="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=4164865"><img src="http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k224/debi90/donatetuesdaybutton.jpg" /></a><br />
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and then go here and look at all the other fab auctions that you can enter as well.<br />
<a href="http://fundraiserblog.blogspot.com/"><img src="http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k224/debi90/blogpartybanner2.jpg" /></a><br />
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...and let's kick pediatric cancer's butt. please.<br />
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danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-81374764667463708452010-04-30T07:29:00.000-07:002010-04-30T07:29:55.813-07:00mother's day....ahhhh<center><br />
i love the thought of mother's day...it's better than my birthday and i happened to find a few precious ditties on etsy that are too precious to not pass on!!<br />
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what about custom cut silhouette portraits of your kiddos for the wall??? these are to die for! custom made, framed and ready for you from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45595273/custom-silhouette-portrait-framed-8x10">pretty faces</a> for only $45.<br />
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...but since you are a pcah reader, jackie will offer a 20% discount to you. all you have to do is 20% send jackie a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45595273/custom-silhouette-portrait-framed-8x10">note</a> prior to purchase she will set up a custom listing just for you!!!<br />
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persnickety pelican has something cute...while still being snazzy and fun! <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/43322768/secret-garden-doxie-set-of-two">potholders</a>...and honestly, mine are almost non-existant...$16 resolves it all!<br />
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i love me some coffee...any time of the day and this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/37426957/tea-cup-cozy-coffee-mug-sleeve-knitted">coffee cozy</a> is cute and useful! pick your own bead and everything! $10<br />
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i'm a silhouette love moment...and why not a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/44807679/custom-family-silhouette-mothers-day">fab pillow</a> for the master bedroom of the whole fam? soooo cute! from l<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/44807679/custom-family-silhouette-mothers-day">ittle pink orchid</a> for $60....and free shipping if you mention the pcah blog in your order!<br />
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and because i don't pamper myself with facials, why not some super cute face cloths that make each day a little more special? these lemon line <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45593604/little-miss-frilly-lemon-lime-crochet">crochet face cloths</a> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45593604/little-miss-frilly-lemon-lime-crochet">little miss frilly</a> and are only $6.<br />
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and if all else fails and you don't get your goodies from the kiddos and hubs, buy it yourself!<br />
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danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-58812437456091229422010-04-26T07:05:00.000-07:002010-04-26T07:05:30.584-07:00eating healthier<center><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">we all want to make better choices when we dine out...but it's so hard.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">i pull up to drive thru and i look at the prices and i just go cheap bc i honestly don't have enough good info to make good choices.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">enter <a href="http://www.healthydiningfinder.com/">healthy dining finder</a>...this site is pretty awesome.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">they offer nutrition services, basic nutrition information and the criteria in which they get their information.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.healthydiningfinder.com/img/ops_nservices.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.healthydiningfinder.com/img/ops_nservices.jpg" /></a></div><br />
honestly, it's a fairly good way to learn quickly about what you can grab on the way out the door.<br />
i searched by zip code and dollar amount and found a few items i hadn't thought of before that were actually good choices.<br />
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and if you are interested, you can sign up for newsletter, read the blog and catch up on new things now available.<br />
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on <a href="http://www.relishmag.com/drjo/21039.html">relish</a>, i found some fast food drive thru choices that will make you smile:<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://leusd.ems.schoolfusion.us/modules/groups/homepagefiles/cms/568559/Image/counting_calories.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="286" src="http://leusd.ems.schoolfusion.us/modules/groups/homepagefiles/cms/568559/Image/counting_calories.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Here are just a few lunch choices in the 300 to 400 calorie range:</span><br />
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Burger King® BK Veggie without mayo<br />
McDonald's® kid's hamburger with sliced apples without dip<br />
Burger King® TENDERGRILL Chicken Sandwich without sauce<br />
Smoothie King® 20 oz. Angel Food or Light & Fluffy<br />
Wendy’s® Caesar Chicken Salad with 1 packet Caesar dressing and croutons<br />
KFC® Tender Roast® Sandwich or Honey BBQ<br />
McDonald's® Fruit & Walnut snack and low-fat milk<br />
McDonald's® Asian Salad with grilled chicken and low-fat sesame ginger dressing<br />
Wendy's® Chili (large) with Cheddar cheese, no crackers<br />
Panera® kid's Deli Ham (or Turkey or Roast Beef) without cheese and fruit cup<br />
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<b>Need a few more calories? These options add up to 500 to 600 calories each:</b><br />
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Chick-Fil-A® Chargrilled Chicken Sandwich, Carrot & Raisin Salad and fruit cup<br />
12" Subway® Turkey Breast, Ham, Roast Beef, Club® with low-fat mayonnaise<br />
KFC® Tender Roast Chicken sandwich without sauce, corn on the cob (small) and BBQ baked beans<br />
Wendy’s® Plain Baked Potato topped with small chili<br />
Boston Market® quarter roasted white chicken (no skin or wing), green beans, steamed vegetables and new potatoes<br />
Fazoli's® small Spaghetti with tomato or meat sauce and breadstick<br />
KFC® Tender Roast chicken sandwich (without sauce), small corn on the cob and BBQ baked beans<br />
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well, there are a few choices out there, but education is the key...read up and then make good choices. i know i am!<br />
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danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-91216771416197980012010-04-13T11:47:00.000-07:002010-04-13T11:47:50.873-07:00free coffee<center><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://zealotrymarketing.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/starbucks-logo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://zealotrymarketing.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/starbucks-logo.jpg" width="193" /></a></div>wanna celebrate tax day instead of loathing it? well grab a reusable coffee mug and head to starbucks on april 15th...and you will be greeted with some free java!<br />
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oh yeah, baby! it's true...check their site <a href="http://www.starbucks.com/thebigpicture">HERE!</a><br />
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i'm there...are you?? and hey, it's to bring awareness of reuse too, so everyone wins...i mean, except those of you who don't go!!!<br />
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danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-53023571372695148852010-04-04T00:27:00.000-07:002010-04-04T00:27:00.558-07:00super duper food fun!!!<center><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">why not have a little food fun all over your house...and not just in your belly?!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">a yummy <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=41405453">plate of donuts</a> on your fridge is way less than 4 in your hand...and that's all good for me!!! these polymer clay magnetic sugar babies are handcrafted by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Emariecreations">e marie creations</a> and will set you back less than the real thing!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.125819579.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.125819579.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">even with the online recipe databases, there's nothing like a good old fashioned recipe card. and how will you organize them? with these uber <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=40597232">fab recipe cards and tabs</a>! i am in love with these and it sure does put my ugly index cards to shame!!! these are handmade, hand cut and hand drawn from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/1canoe2">oneCANOEtwo</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.123053433.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.123053433.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">you don't cook...do you sew? i love this little pin cushion from chrissy poo two. it's a fun sushi platter. i mean, felt food is fun...and this is for you to play with! woo hooo!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.125871443.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.125871443.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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hot tea...doesn't that sound relaxing? well, we have started to drink quite a bit of it around our house this last year.<br />
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i found <a href="http://www.redleaftea.com/">red leaf tea</a> online and was totally intrigues by the options they have available!<br />
this little kiss of joy is champagne infused tea...can you say delish?<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.redleaftea.com/images/product/thumbnail_Cham-_tea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://www.redleaftea.com/images/product/thumbnail_Cham-_tea.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">white pomegranate...oh my! doesn't that just sound like heaven?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.redleaftea.com/images/product/thumbnail_White_Pomegranate_004_444X312.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://www.redleaftea.com/images/product/thumbnail_White_Pomegranate_004_444X312.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
an herbal tea is what you like? well, how about this raspberry nectar tea?<br />
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and not only are their teas good, they have some super fun things too...how about refillable <a href="http://www.redleaftea.com/teaware/muslin-tea-bag-3x5.html">muslin tea bags</a>? green and cute to boot.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.redleaftea.com/images/product/thumbnail_Muslin_herb_bag,_3x5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://www.redleaftea.com/images/product/thumbnail_Muslin_herb_bag,_3x5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>for project{create a home} readers, red leaf tea is offering a free champagne infused tea {or same price substitute} for FREE when you spend $15 in their store excluding shipping. simply note you are a PCAH reader in your comments to receive the freebie!<br />
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danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-67643263686588417772010-03-29T10:39:00.000-07:002010-03-29T10:39:56.147-07:00it's sunny outside...let's get gardening!<center>it's finally spring...the yard is greening up and flowers are starting to show themselves. when i look outside, i see some remnants of winter...and the yard needs a refresher!<br />
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here's a few tips on what to do now...at the beginning of spring, in your yard.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.ci.loveland.co.us/publicworks/Stormwater/Images/SWQuality/YardWork.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.ci.loveland.co.us/publicworks/Stormwater/Images/SWQuality/YardWork.jpg" width="255" /></a></div><b>clean up</b>...by raking away the dead leaves and stems and branches leftover from the fall and winter.<br />
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<b>patch</b>...reseed and patch bare spots in the yard.<br />
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<b>move 'em out</b>...it's the perfect time of year to move your shrubs around before the leaves start to bud.<br />
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<b>don't get too overzealou</b>s...don't cut shrubs back and move any winter mulch away until the temperatures are stable and warmer.<br />
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<b>cut back</b> any perennials that have dead foliage on them from the winter.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img2.timeinc.net/toh/i/a/yard/pruning-trees-shrubs-00.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://img2.timeinc.net/toh/i/a/yard/pruning-trees-shrubs-00.jpg" /></a></div><b>have a rose</b>? prune those bushes and vines back before they start to leaf out.<br />
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no roses, but a dog? it's been a long winter...grab the pooper scooper and de-fertilize the yard before the playing outside begins.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.wormsandgermsblog.com/uploads/image/Pooper%20Scooper.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="282" src="http://www.wormsandgermsblog.com/uploads/image/Pooper%20Scooper.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>and...<b>schedule</b> or do your routine mower maintenance. or, make sure to call the neighborhood lawn boy to get on schedule!<br />
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happy spring!<br />
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danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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{insert drumroll here}<br />
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lindsy from our lives in a nutshell! congrats!<br />
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and a specials thanks to our fab jewelry designer too, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/teresadeleen">teresa deleen</a>, who dreams up and makes all of the beautiful pieces!</center><center><br />
danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-64102396947049157222010-03-25T00:30:00.000-07:002010-03-25T00:30:00.965-07:00chicken madeira, please!!!<center>i have some major cheesecake factory love...and chicken madeira from there is more than<br />
FAB-U-LOUS!<br />
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so i found a knock off recipe and i made it...and boy was it good!!!<br />
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i substituted port wine for the madeira wine, so i guess it was really port wine chicken.<br />
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the recipe is <a href="http://www.recipezaar.com/Copycat-Cheesecake-Factory-Chicken-Madeira-188770">HERE</a>...so go and take a look. for now, here are the ingredients:<br />
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1 tablespoon olive oil<br />
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts<br />
8 asparagus spears<br />
4 slices mozzarella cheese<br />
2 tablespoons olive oil<br />
2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced (I used baby bella)<br />
3 cups madeira wine<br />
2 cups beef stock<br />
1 tablespoon butter<br />
1/4 cup cornstarch (optional)<br />
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">a few things...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">the sauce never really did thicken up, but was still delicious. i would definitely take the advice of adding the cornstarch to the sauce to thicken it up!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">the sauce makes enough for at least 3 recipes of chicken. i made 3 extra chicken breasts and still had enough remaining sauce for another meal. you probably could cut the sauce recipe in half and not be too wasteful.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">i made the asparagus my way with steaming it using water and mostly italian dressing. it was the perfect taste for the dish. yummy!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">love it...the kids and hubs loved it! it's a new fav around our place...so get cooking!</div>danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-17497625839273614622010-03-23T00:31:00.000-07:002010-03-23T00:31:00.125-07:00dressing up for easter<div style="text-align: center;">there's some super great deals out there for the easter dressing up that is to be done very soon! so here's a few finds that will get you and fam started...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">the kids...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.childrensplace.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/home_10001_10001_-1">the children's place</a> has some of the cutest clothes on the planet...well made, inexpensive and adorable. and, they almost always run sales and give coupons to make things even easier on parents! check out these super cute options from the dressy collection...starting at just $10!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://content.childrensplace.com/www/b/TCP/images/media/DP-031810-SEASONAL.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="155" src="http://content.childrensplace.com/www/b/TCP/images/media/DP-031810-SEASONAL.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">for the preppy <a href="http://www.childrensplace.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/bundle_10001_10001_-1_600785_72478|72476_spring%20dressy|baby%20boys%20_seasonal">little guy</a>...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://childrensplace5.richfx.com.edgesuite.net/image/media/E10-18-S2-1/FirstFrame.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://childrensplace5.richfx.com.edgesuite.net/image/media/E10-18-S2-1/FirstFrame.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">and for a l<a href="http://www.childrensplace.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/bundle_10001_10001_-1_600794_72478|72474_spring%20dressy|big%20boys%20_seasonal">ittle more formal</a>...seriously check out those shoes!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://childrensplace5.richfx.com.edgesuite.net/image/media/E10-18-S1-3/FirstFrame.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://childrensplace5.richfx.com.edgesuite.net/image/media/E10-18-S1-3/FirstFrame.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">for the girlies in your life, there's all kinds of<a href="http://www.childrensplace.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/bundle_10001_10001_-1_598077_72478|72475_spring%20dressy|baby%20girls%20_seasonal"> ruffles and bright colors</a> to satisfy them and you!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://childrensplace5.richfx.com.edgesuite.net/image/media/E10-22-S1-1/FirstFrame.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://childrensplace5.richfx.com.edgesuite.net/image/media/E10-22-S1-1/FirstFrame.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">and the standby, <a href="http://www.childrensplace.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/bundle_10001_10001_-1_598068_72478|114479_spring%20dressy|newborn%20girl%20_seasonal">all-white easter outfit with bonnet</a>...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://content.childrensplace.com/www/b/TCP/images/giftlooks/E10-17-S1-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://content.childrensplace.com/www/b/TCP/images/giftlooks/E10-17-S1-2.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">we don't want to leave you out, ladies, so please get yourself a little something too!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.125408482.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="293" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.125408482.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">or how about this little ditty...saucy!!! from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=41987910">MandyH8800</a>...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.127792825.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.127792825.jpg" width="303" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">or this floral baby doll beauty! from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/malam">malam</a>...and for project readers, free shipping {worldwide} through april 4th entering the code "http://projectcreateahome.blogspot.com" in the notes to seller.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.132186020.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.132186020.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">well, go on now, go shopping and find some deals!!!</div><div style="text-align: center;">danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">congrats to abby who is the winner of the f<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/FrostedCrossbones">rosted crossbones</a> giveaway from last week!</div><div style="text-align: center;">abby gets to pick anything from the shop...woo hoo!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.126846520.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.126846520.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">stay tuned for a ton more giveaways here at project{create a home}</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">original design...and beauty in a fab necklace too!!! and miss <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/teresadeleen">teresa deleen</a> has offered this fabulous handcrafted...and first first original piece...to you, project{create a home} readers for a fab giveaway!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">yes...i did say FREE!! and just for you!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">here's her words on how this piece came about...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">"I’m thrilled to introduce my first line of original designs named ‘Femme’. These pieces were inspired by the divine lines of the female form, the curves and the valleys, the dimples and the swells. The pieces were made to suggest the flow of a woman’s body…to be subtle. I designed these pieces while twirling in my studio with my muse and when I sat with pencil to paper, these are the first lines that flowed. I loved them and stopped sketching straight away so as not to fog my vision. I dropped all other projects I was working on to create this piece that was pouring out of me. It was a delicious experience, one I hope will return often. I carved, I sanded, I fired, I cleaned, I oxidized, I tumbled, I polished……I smiled! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I name all of my pieces in French. ‘Femme’ means ‘feminine’ in French and it describes the piece perfectly.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">you are interested in winning this precious "femme" piece? well it's simple...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">first, go to <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/teresadeleen">teresa deleen's studio shop</a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/teresadeleen">HERE</a> and take a look around. tell me in a<b> comment what your favorite piece is and why</b>...making sure i can get ahold of you if you win with an email addy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">if you want an additional entry...do any or all of these{leaving seperate comments for each}:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>become a follower</b> of project{create a home}</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>tweet the giveaway</b>...with a link to this post</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">giveaway ends 3/25 at midnight EST. winner will be picked using random.org!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">danyele @ <a href="http://rdehaus.blogspot.com/">a thorn among roses</a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/iusb_760x100.6895744.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="42" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/iusb_760x100.6895744.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div><center><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">there is a fab new shop on etsy that i totally stumbled up on...and i'm def in love!!! it's called <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/FrostedCrossbones">frosted crossbones</a> and it's full of uber delish and fun crafty things. my fav's are def the cuff links...they are all foodie cufflinks and super duper fun!<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/FrostedCrossbones">http://www.etsy.com/shop/FrostedCrossbones</a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">do you not want to eat these strawberry cheesecake cufflinks?? what a great convo starter!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.122451036.jpg" width="320" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">i know what you are thinking...why is is just for my man? well, it's not! she's got all kinds of super cute digs for us ladies too!!!</div></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">i have to say, these french fry earrings make me smile a little...</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.124485757.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.124485757.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">and the reese's, well, i just uber love them too!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.121709081.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.121709081.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">or cuppa joes...now that's totally me!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.121485437.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.121485437.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">we are giving away an item of choice from frosted crossbones today...oh, and it's super simple to be the winner!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">head over to <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/FrostedCrossbones">frosted crossbones</a> and look around. come back here and tell me what your fav item is...or what you would like to see...or well, anything about the shop! leave it in a comment and you are entered!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">want another entry? well, we can do that! become a follower of project{create a home} and you get another entry...leave an additional comment saying just that!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-large;">EXTENDED!!!!!!!!</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-large;">giveaway runs through </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-large;">MARCH 1</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-large;">9th...so get your entries in! winner will be chosen using random.org. entries will close at midnight </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-large;">MARCH 19</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-large;"> EST.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">oh and want a little more? we are in a giving mood today! for the person who hits the 100th "heart" to frosted crossbones on etsy, wins a set of fat burger cufflinks! i know...wow! so go to her shop, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/FrostedCrossbones">HERE</a> and heart her!!! she's at 55 now!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.122205463.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.122205463.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
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</center>Danyele Easterhaushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15645625553845575954noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590377706568487893.post-69615068304605083582010-03-16T00:55:00.000-07:002010-03-16T00:55:00.398-07:00<div><div style="text-align: center;">Dogs are a gift to bring the family closer...They have a way of uniting a family and making us smile!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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