Dear Sleepy Sloth,

Today is Friday Nov. 12, 2021. Currently the temps outside are still at 37. No snow YET!! Today is Finally Friday. The kids have a 2 hour early release today & I have a funeral, for a friends father, to stop at around 10. I'm getting excited for tomorrow, we are going to Carter Casino to try to win an ATV. Crossing my fingers. Hubby says they better throw in a storage unit to store it in too....haha. 

Diane called about the Club Choice order. Club Choice never did call me back, but I haven't checked my gmail yet -- I did give them that also.

Jennie from church called while I was talking to Gayle about scrip. Gonna be making some changes.

Cleaned the living room today, cleaned off the kitchen table & organized the tupperware. Cleaned out the pantry & threw away 2 bags of expired foods...wondering if some would still be good, but decided to just pitch em.

Headache all day, took aspirin earlier & then ibupropen later.

Dear Sleepy Sloth,

Today is Saturday, Nov 13, 2021 - did a little more cleaning. Kessler told me I should wear red today & I would have luck. So red it is. Wish me luck at Carter Casino!! I am hoping to win lots of money, if not the ATV. 

Dear Sleepy Sloth,

Today is Thursday 11/11/2021. It was rainy this morning & windy all day. The leaves really came down the past couple days. Haven't had much in the yard, but now there is plenty. Today was high of 55, but now at 11pm, it's 37 degrees out. 

It's Veterans Day today. Our work gave us the day off, so I used my time to clean the bathtub. Not the quick weekly cleaning, but the deep dive. My brother was polishing his tub the other day and I thought I needed to jump on that wagon & see if it would help cut down on the buildup. Maybe repel the water & soapscum. Will see if it really helps. There was also areas where the caulk had peeled away, so I applied some new to those areas. Sunday is a home Packer game & we have people park on our front lawn that ask if they can come in our house & use our bathroom. So I would like it to look better than it has. 

After school, it was Club Choice pickup for my granddaughters orders, so I picked that up. Aunt Diane's gummy worms were opened, so I need to contact the company to send a new bag. I made the deliveries to Kristy, Gina & Candy. Diane & Terri's I will have to deliver at another time. 

I was asked to watch Cazden while Brittney got water heater replaced, but she didn't need me. And that reminded me to give Troy the money for the phone bill from Brit - $137.

Ordered Nyomii's art from Square1art, then had to make a run to Pick'nSave to pickup a few groceries to make some meals. 

Made a double batch of sloppy joes to freeze for a later day. Made the taco meat sauce to make taco ring for tomorrow for supper. Made a meatloaf & cooked it, so I can freeze that also for a later day. I was able to fill 4 bags of 1# meat to freeze for another night, probably hamburger helper meals or add to spaghetti sauce. 

My mother & I are going to try to complete a set of the 12 days of Christmas ornaments in felt. I recalled the ones I had as a child & wanted to remake them. It was from McCalls magazine in the 70's. While looking, we came across an updated version from Larissa Holland & mmmcrafts. My mother plans to purchase the patterns & also merino wool felt for these & we'll each make a set. I wanted to try to make 2 or 3 sets, but will start with one to see how easy/hard it will be. I wanted to make one for each of my granddaughters. Asked Janet if she was interested in doing these with us. 

I am also working on plastic canvas squeeze-ems for Christmas. I made Santa, reindeer, and Olaf. You can put a small piece of candy in their mouth & squeeze the cheeks for the mouth to open & get your candy out. 

I would like to create some additional homemade ornaments. Last year I simply glued 3 metal nuts together to make a snowman & tied a piece of material around neck for scarf. Easy Peasy. 

Time for bed! Happy 5th birthday to our dogs, Marlee and Rocky. 

Hugs, Grandma Sue

Good Morning..Monday August 19th. What is for supper tonight? Well since it's National Potato Day, I thought I'd try to find a recipe for Ham & Potato Soup -- my fav website for recipes is allrecipes.com, so here is todays recipe:
https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/56927/delicious-ham-and-potato-soup/

• Got a Headache? An old fashioned remedy, was to place sliced, raw potatoes on your forehead.
• Most of the nutrients are in the skin of the potato.
• Potatoes have more potassium than a banana.

Delicious Ham and Potato Soup -  Serves 5

Ingredients

• 4 cups diced potatoes (I don't peel away the nutrients)
• 1 stalk celery, diced (~1/2 cup)
• 1 finely chopped onion (~1/2 cup)
• 1 cup diced cooked ham
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 can corn
• 3 1/4 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules

 

• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 
  
• 5 tablespoons butter
• 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup+ Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
• Green Onions/Chives, chopped
• 4 slices of bacon to make Bacon Bits
• 
  

Directions

1. Combine the potatoes, celery, onion, ham and water in a stockpot. Bring to a boil, then cook over medium heat until potatoes are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in the chicken bouillon, salt and pepper.
2. 
   
3. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour with a fork, and cook, stirring constantly until thick, about 1 minute. Slowly stir in milk as not to allow lumps to form until all of the milk has been added. Turn to medium heat, while continuing to stir, until thick, 4 to 5 minutes. After it thickens, add 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
4. 
   
5. Stir the milk mixture into the stockpot, and cook soup until heated through. Serve immediately. Sprinkle some shredded cheese on top.

To adapt for crockpot:

Saute the onions in a little vegetable oil just until soft. Cook all day (about 6 hours). 

*If too thick when serving, mix a bouillon with water & add until desired consistency.

*If too thin, add tablespoons of flour.

Serve it in "Italian Bread Bowls" 

Italian Bread Bowls - They freeze for up to 1 month, if desired.

Ingredients

• 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
• 2 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

 

• 7 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon cornmeal
• 1 egg white
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
2. Add salt, oil and 4 cups flour to the yeast mixture; beat well. Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well with an electric mixer at medium speed after each addition.
3. 
   
4. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 minutes. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
5. 
   
6. Punch dough down, and divide into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a 4 inch round loaf. Place loaves on lightly greased baking sheets sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover and let rise in a warm place, free from drafts, until doubled in bulk, about 35 minutes.
7. 
   
8. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a small bowl, beat together egg white and 1 tablespoon water; lightly brush the loaves with half of this egg wash.
9. 
   
10. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Brush with remaining egg mixture, and bake 10 to 15 more minutes or until golden. Cool on wire racks.
11. 
    
12. To make bowls: Cut a 1/2 inch thick slice from top of each loaf; scoop out centers, leaving 3/4-inch-thick shells. Fill bread bowls with hot soup and serve immediately.

April 29th, 2016

Today is half day at work & then go up to "open up" the mobile home. Get the plumbing/water pumping again & heat and electric turned on, so we can enjoy our weekends up there. Sounds easy, eh? But I like to plan, so I will be making my list of what I need to bring up for the next time, which will be Memorial Weekend. Our first overnight family weekend up there. Will need to determine meals to eat. I'd like to cookout on the campfire for the weekend. I know it will still be a little cold, but that is the fun of going up north. 

Travel Cushion for Pets

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April Food Holidays

National Florida Tomato Month

National Food Month

National Soft Pretzel Month

National Soy Foods Month

National Bake Week Begins First Monday

National Egg Salad Week Second Week

National Hot Cross Bun Day Good Friday (March or April)

National Baked Ham with Pineapple Day Easter (March or April)

National Sourdough Bread Day April 1

National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day April 2

National Chocolate Mousse Day April 3

National Cordon Bleu Day April 4

National Caramel Day April 5

National Raisin and Spice Bar Day April 5

National Caramel Popcorn Day April 6

Coffee Cake Day April 7

National Empañada Day April 8

Chinese Almond Cookie Day April 9

National Cinnamon Crescent Day April 10

National Cheese Fondue Day April 11

Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day April 12

National Licorice Day April 12

National Peach Cobbler Day April 13

National Pecan Day April 14

National Glazed-Spiral Ham Day April 15

National Eggs Benedict Day April 16

Day of the Mushroom April 16

National Cheeseball Day April 17

Animal Crackers Birthday April 18

Garlic Day April 19

National Amaretto Day April 19

National Pineapple Upside Down Cake Day April 20

Lima Bean Respect Day April 20

Chocolate-Covered Cashew Truffle Day April 21

National Jelly Bean Day April 22

National Cherry Cheesecake Day April 23

National Picnic Day April 23

National Pigs-in-a-Blanket Day April 24

National Zucchini Bread Day April 25

National Pretzel Day April 26

National Prime Rib Day April 27

National Blueberry Pie Day April 28

National Shrimp Scampi Day April 29

National Raisin Day April 30

March Food Holidays

National Celery Month

National Flour Month

National Frozen Food Month

National Nutrition Month

National Noodle Month

National Peanut Month

National Sauce Month

National Caffeine Awareness Month

National Veggie Month (United Kingdom)

Chocolate Chip Cookie Week Second Week

National School Breakfast Week Second Week

American Chocolate Week Third Week

International Pancake Day Shrove Tuesday (February or March)

Maple Syrup Saturday 3rd Saturday

National Hot Cross Bun Day Good Friday (March or April)

National Baked Ham with Pineapple Day Easter (March or April)

National Peanut Butter Lover's Day March 1

National Fruit Compote Day March 1

National Banana Creme Pie Day March 2

National Cold Cuts Day March 3

National Mulled Wine Day March 3

National Pound Cake Day March 4

National Cheese Doodle Day March 5

National Frozen Food Day March 6

National White Chocolate Cheesecake Day March 6

National Crown Roast of Pork Day March 7

National Cereal Day March 7

National Peanut Cluster Day March 8

National Crabmeat Day March 9

National Blueberry Popover Day March 10

Oatmeal-Nut Waffles Day March 11

National Baked Scallops Day March 12

Coconut Torte Day March 13

National Potato Chip Day March 14

National Pears Helene Day March 15

National Artichoke Hearts Day March 16

Corned Beef and Cabbage Day March 17

Oatmeal Cookie Day March 18

Poultry Day March 19

National Chocolate Caramel Day March 19

Bock Beer Day March 20

National Ravioli Day March 20

California Strawberry Day March 21

Coq Au Vin Day March 22

National Chip and Dip Day March 23

National Melba Toast Day March 23

National Chocolate Covered Raisins Day March 24

Pecan Day March 25

Waffle Day March 25

National Lobster Newburg Day March 25

Spinach Day March 26

National Spanish Paella Day March 27

Something on a Stick Day March 28

National Black Forest Cake Day March 28

National Lemon Chiffon Cake Day March 29

Turkey Neck Soup Day March 30

Tater Day March 31

National Clams on the Halfshell Day March 31

Oranges and Lemons Day March 31

AVON items FOR SALE

Yes, I am still going to be selling Avon...I just have a lot of stuff at home that I need to get rid of.

Sorry, the prices may be a bit confusing, as I had copy & pasted this from an excel sheet....so My Price to YOU is the far right......10 cent samples up to $6.00 prices....

This is my inventory I have at home. Many of these are no longer available & some are just overstock that I picked up......
They are on 1st come 1st out basis....so let me know what you want & I'll let you know if it's still available.

Cash, Checks, Money Order and Paypal accepted!!

email me at susan.leanna @ gmail.com

If you want to check any of them out further, check http://www.avon.com/ or if not there, try ebay or just google it & look under shopping.


Thanks,
Sue

QTY                                Retail Sale My Price

EYES
3 Glimmersticks eye liner cosmic brown 7 2.5 2.5

7 Glimmersticks diamonds eye liner black ice 7 2.5 2.5
1 Glimmersticks diamonds eye liner Smoky diamond 7 2.5 2.5
1 Glimmersticks diamonds eye liner twilight sparkle 7 2.5 2.5
4 Glimmersticks waterproof eye liner blackest night 7 2.5 2.5
3 Glimmersticks eye liner saturn grey 7 2.5 2.5
2 Glimmersticks eye liner blackest black 7 2.5 2.5
3 Glimmersticks brow definer tawny 7 2.5 2.5
1 Ultra Luxury Brow Liner soft black 6 2.5
1 Jillian Dempsey eye liner black 2.5
1 24k gold eye liner Golden Brown 2.5
4 Wash-off waterproof Mascara Black 6.5 2.99 2.5
2 mini wash off waterproof Black 1
2 Super Full Midnight Mascara Black Pearl 8.5 3.99 2.5
1 Super Full waterproof mascara Black 8.5 3.99 2.5
2 Smooth Minerals Mascara Black 5.99 2.5
1 Big Color Eye Pencil Plum Berry 7 3.99 2.5
1 Big Color Eye Pencil Classic Mocha 7 3.99 2.5
1 Big Color Eye Pencil Eggplant 7 3.99 2.5
1 Big Color Eye Pencil Slate 7 3.99 2.5
2 Big Color Eye Pencil Vanilla 7 3.99 2.5
1 Big Color Eye Pencil Berry 7 3.99 2.5
1 3-in-1 Sharpener - for Big Color Eye Pencil 2.99 2.5
1 ExtraLasting Eyeshadow Terracotta 9 3.5
1 ExtraLasting Eyeshadow Rose Mist 9 3.5
1 Eyewriter Liquid Eyeliner Gold Lights 8 4 2.5
1 True Color Eyeshadow Quad Sandy Corals 9 5 4
1 Eight in One Eye Palette Water Colors 12 6 5
1 Eight in One Eye Palette Neutral Tones 12 6 5
2 In A Blink Line & Shadow Pencil Violet Smoke 9.99 6
1 Look alert eye brightener Illuminating pearl 2
1 Emergency Eyeshadow Applicators 1

FOUNDATION
1 Ideal Shade Smooth Mineral Foundation Medium Beige 8
1 Ideal Shade Loose Powder Light Medium 9 7 6
1 Beyond Color line softening mousse foundation Warmest Beige 10 5 3

NAILS
1 Nailwear Pro sunshine 5 2.99 2.5
1 Nailwear Pro Tropical Punch 5 2.99 2.5
1 Nailwear Pro Bare Necessity 5 2.99 2.5
1 Nailwear Pro Real Red 5 2.99 2.5
1 Nail Experts UV Gloss Guard Top Coat 6.5 2.5
1 Nail Experts Silk Wrap Treatment 2.5
3 Nail Experts Liquid Freeze quick dry spary 6 2
1 On the Go Manicure Kit 2.5

LIPS
2 Ultra Color Rich mega impact lipstick Impactful Poppy 7 3.99 2
1 Ultra Color Rich mega impact lipstick Kicked Up Coral 7 3.99 2
1 Avon Beyond Color Plumping LipColor Peach Daiquiri 8 2
1 Healthy Makeup Lipstick Apricot Burst 2.99 2
1 Ultra Color Rich mega impact lipstick Tangerine 7 3.99 2
1 Smooth Minerals Lip Tint Smooth Raisin 3
1 Glazewear Shine Lip Gloss Clear 6 3
1 Glazewear Shine Lip Gloss Island Glow 6 3
1 Glazewear Sparkle Gloss Mini rave 0.99 0.75
2 Glazewear Sparkle Gloss Mini iced pink 0.99 0.75
1 Ultra Color Rich extra plump lipstick Pink Sunset 8 4 2
1 Lip Balm - Sweet Harvest Candy Corn 0.75
1 Perfect wear Extralasting lipstick Totally Twig 9 3
1 USED - Ultra Color Rich Renewel Gold 6.5 3 1
1 Smooth Minerals Lip Tint Smooth Raisin

LOTIONS/OILS/CREAMS
1 sss Mineral Gems Glamorous Gold Gelled Body Oil 6.7oz 7 3.5
1 sss Satin Glow Ultimate Body Moisturizing Lotion SPF 15 Fair to Medium Skin Tones 8.4oz 12 3.5
1 sss Satin Glow absolute Glow Gel 6.7 oz 10 3.5
1 SSS Soft & Sunsual Body Lotion 33.8oz 5
7 Moisture Therapy Intensive Treatment Hand Cream 4.2oz 5 2 2
1 Anew Clinical Thermafirm trial size .24oz 2.5 **32.00 for 1oz regular price
1 Anew Genics Treatment cream trial size .25 OZ 2.5 **38.00 for 1oz regular price
2 Planet Spa Mediterranean Olive Oil Whipped Body Cream 7.5 3.5
1 mark Earth Body Butter 10 3.5
14 Sample of Moisture Therapy Intensive Body Lotion 0.1

FEET
1 Foot Works Lavender Clay Mask 5 2.99 2
1 Foot Works Lavender Overnight Treament Cream 3.4oz 6 3.99 2
1 Foot Works Lavender Comfort Foot Soak 4 2.99 2
1 Foot Works Arthritis Achy Foot & Muscle Cream 6 3.99 2
1 Foot Works Antifungal Foot Spray 7 2.99 2
1 Foot Works Green Tea & Mint Cooling Lotion 5 2.99 2
1 Foot Works Overnight Renewing Foot Cream 3.4oz 6 3.99 2
1 Foot Works Corn and Callus Softening Balm 5 1.99 1.75
1 Spafinder Callus Remover

PERFUMES
1 Sweet Honesty 1.7oz 14.5 7 3
1 Rare Pearls 1.7oz 23 11 9
1 Rare Pearls .5oz 10 6 5
4 sample Sophistique mark 0.1
1 sample Celine Dion - spring in paris 0.1
10 sample Christian Lacroix Noir 0.1
2 sample dreamlife bouquet 0.1
1 sample Driven - derek jeter 0.1
5 sample Reese Witherspoon - in bloom 0.1

BODY POWDER
3 Shimmering Body Powder Haiku 5.5 2

BATH
1 Bubble Bath 24oz kids grape soda 8 5.99 5
3 Bath Time Body Paints grape 1
4 Bath Time Body Paints bubble gum 1
5 Bath Time Body Paints candy apple 1
2 Bath Time Body Paints cherry 1
1 Bath Time Body Paints cotton candy 1
2 Bath Time Body Paints coconut custard 1
2 Shower Gel Lemon Blossom & Basil 6 1.89 1.5
1 Avon Duck Soap 0.75
3 sample SSS Bath Oil 0.1
1 Avon Techniques Fortifying Shampoo Plus Conditioner in One 0.1

DEODORANT
1 On Duty 24 hours original 1
2 Cool Confidence Original Scent 1

OTHER
1 SSS Fresh & Smooth facial hair removal cream 6 5
1 SKIN SO SOFT Bug Guard Plus Picaridin Pump Spray 14 5
2 SKIN SO SOFT Bug Guard Plus IR3535® Expedition™ SPF 30 Pump Spray 14 5
1 Bug Guard Itch Relief Spray 6.99 1
3 Moisture Effective eye makeup remover 4 1
2 Clearskin® Blemish Clearing Spot Treatment 5.49 2
1 Curves Stash & Go Fitness Socks 5
1 Curves Scoop Neck Tee Medium 5
1 Makeup Bag 1

JEWELRY
1 White Glam Bracelet 19.99 10.95 5
1 Sterling Silver Genuine Aventureine Leaf Ring Size 7 13 5
1 Easter Earrings - Eggs 4 3 1.5
1 Easter Earrings - Bunny 4 3 1.5
1 Star Cluster Necklace 20 7.99 4
2 Diamond Ring Keychain 6 1.5
1 Chain Enhancer Pink Oval 2
1 Heart Tac Pin 7 2 1.5

February Food Holidays

Here are the February Food Holidays
Berry Fresh Month
Canned Food Month
Celebration of Chocolate Month
Great American Pies Month
National Cherry Month
National Fiber Focus Month
National Hot Breakfast Month
National Grapefruit Month
National Snack Food Month
Potato Lover's Month
Sweet Potato Month
Shape Up With Pickles Time First Week
Great American Pizza Bake Second Week
Jell-O® Week Second Week
Kraut and Frankfurter Week Second Week
National Pancake Week Fourth Week
Food Checkout Week Fourth Week
International Pancake Day Shrove Tuesday (February or March)
Oatmeal Monday Second Monday

National Baked Alaska Day February 1
Heavenly Hash Day February 2
Crepes Day (France) February 2
National Carrot Cake Day February 3
Homemade Soup Day February 4
National Stuffed Mushroom Day February 4
National Chocolate Fondue Day February 5
Nutella Day February 6
National Fettucini Alfredo Day February 7
Molasses Bar Day February 8
National Bagels and Lox Day February 9
Pizza Pie Day February 9
Cream Cheese Brownie Day February 10
Peppermint Patty Day February 11
National Plum Pudding Day February 12
National Tortellini Day February 13
National Creme-Filled Chocolates Day February 14
National Gumdrop Day February 15
National Almond Day February 16
National Indian Pudding Day February 17
National Café Au Lait Day February 17
National Cabbage Day February 17
Crab-Stuffed Flounder Day February 18
Drink Wine Day February 18
National Chocolate Mint Day February 19
National Margarita Day February 20
National Sticky Bun Day February 21
National Cherry Pie Day February 22
National Banana Bread Day February 23
Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day February 23
National Tortilla Chip Day February 24
National Clam Chowder Day February 25
National Chocolate-Covered Nuts Day February 25
National Pistachio Day February 26
National Chili Day February 26
National Strawberry Day February 27
National Kahlua Day February 27
National Chocolate Souffle Day February 28
Surf and Turf Day February 29 [Leap Day]