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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
I had bang bang shrimp tacos for the first time at J. Alexander’s restaurant. They were absolutely delicious and expensive. We paid around $15 for three tacos. We didn’t mind because it was within our “date night” budget. I decided to make a copy cat version. It took a little while to perfect the recipe but I finally got it right. These tacos quickly became a family favorite. Our friends love them too! Best of all, it costs half the price of eating out. Prep. Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup peanut or vegetable oil (or more) if needed 1/2 cup whole milk 3/4 cup all-purpose…
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Tips for Teaching Your Child to Pray
When I was a child, I thought prayer was so boring. Like many today, I did not want to pray unless I was in trouble or I wanted something from God. I grew up with a single mother who was and still is a devout Christian. She had a very strong prayer life. It was common for my siblings and I to find my mom on her knees in prayer during early mornings or late nights. I distinctly remember waking up in the middle of the night to my mother standing over me, anointing my head with oil and praying in the Holy Ghost. In addition to attending prayer meetings…
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Asian Lettuce Wraps
This is a quick delicious, low-carb recipe. It is great served as an appetizer or as the main course when paired with steamed wild rice. It reminds me of P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps. If your family likes Asian cuisine, this recipe is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Prep. Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 16 Bibb, Romaine or butter lettuce leaves 1 pound ground chicken breast 1 large onion, chopped 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup hoisin sauce 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar or red wine vinegar 3 teaspoons Asian chili pepper sauce (see Note) 1 can (8 ounce size) sliced…
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Our Journey to Becoming Debt Free
I married a financially wise man. Tim didn’t bring any consumer debt into our marriage. The only debt he had was our house. We have been married for 10 years. During which time, we have managed to purchase two new used vehicles and pay for them within 2.5 years or less. I didn’t always appreciate the wisdom God has given my husband in this area. As a result, we had frequent money fights. When we first married, I was a full-time high school Spanish teacher and Tim was (and still is) a full-time Senior IT Analyst. Our combined income was a good six figures. Our bills were paid. We went…
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Sometimes You Just Gotta Laugh
“A merry heart does good like a medicine” Proverbs 17:22 The other day while grocery shopping at Walmart, our 3 year old daughter Kellie suddenly yelled “Oh no Momma…….. you forgot to brush my teeth!” I have absolutely no clue as to what caused her to say that. It was as if she had an epiphany or something. I thought to myself, “Really Kellie? Did you really have to put your mom out there like that?” I realized I had to respond or she would keep repeating herself. All I could say was “Mommy is so sorry. Please don’t blow your breath in anyone’s face. I’ll brush them when we…
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Getting Ready for Kindergarten
As a result of developing a local preschool Spanish Program and owning a small teacher consultant business, I have had the wonderful privilege of working with preschoolers for the past 6 years. My experience has allowed me to gain a deeper understanding of how young children learn and develop. I have come to realize, it is never too early to begin preparing your child for school; the earlier the better! Although our youngest daughter, Kellie does not start school until August of 2019, she will be turning 4 soon, which means time is of essence. This school year, I am focusing intently on preparing her for kindergarten, also known in…
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The Best Chicken Parmesan Recipe
This is the most delicious Chicken Parmesan recipe I've ever made. It is perfect served over a bed of angel hair pasta. My family loves it!
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I’m Back…..
Happy New Year!!!!! It seems like forever since my last post. I’ve missed interacting with you guys so much. If any of you are wondering where I’ve been or what I’ve been doing then wonder no longer! For the past year, I have been reflecting and critically thinking about the direction in which I want to go with my blog and social media accounts. I had to take a break and ask myself, “Did I bite off more than I can chew, is it worth it, do I really want to open myself up to the scrutiny that comes with blogging and social media; what is my true goal and…
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Time Management Issues
Lately, I’ve been feeling as if I am literally racing against the clock. My days are long and my nights are even longer. In efforts to figure out how I got off track, I’ve done a lot of reflecting. I came up with a few reasons, I’m having difficulty managing my time properly. My oldest daughter’s business has increased. This is actually a good thing. Allison has a small bakery business called “Allie’s Sweet Treats.” She’s been in business for a year and it is really growing. She sells delicious homemade cookies that are baked from scratch. Although we have been baking together since she was about 3 years old,…
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Balancing vs. Prioritizing Life
As a mother, I am realizing the importance of prioritizing. According to Webster’s dictionary, the word prioritize means to organize (things) so that the most important thing is done or dealt with first. Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ said “But first and most importantly seek (aim at, strive after) His kingdom and His righteousness [His way of doing and being right—the attitude and character of God], and all these things will be given to you also,” Matthew 6:33 AMP. I’ve often heard people make statements such as, “I’m trying to find a way to balance it all.” The word balance suggests that everything is of equal importance. While, I…
