Grilling out? Try this delish Herb Butter recipe!

Rosemary Herb Butter





It's hard to find anything this butter is NOT good on. Try a dab of this melted on steak or lamb chops. It's also good with fish, chicken and potatoes.

2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, removed from the stem
1/2 teaspoon orange or lemon zest
1 tablespoon orange or lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon crushed red chile pepper
1 stick butter, softened

Combine all of the ingredients. Make a log by spreading the mixture across a length of waxed paper. Roll the log back and forth to make a smooth tube about 1 1/2 inches thick. Twist the ends and store in the refrigerator or wrap airtight and store in the freezer.
Marlene Parrish

E is for express yourself!

It's raining outside...they can't go out to play! But before you let them jump on the computer, gather all the little ones (6-12 years old)  and have them to "Get their create on!" Below are 5 suggestions:

1)Paint and color crafts: Always purchase washable, non-toxic paints and crayons for creative arts with 6-12 year old folks! Make paper and safety scissors plentiful and  let their imaginations run wild!

2) Pantomime: Expand little minds by having them act out a "show me" skit. For example: "Show me a happy boy."

"Show me a crying baby."

"Show me your favorite teacher writing on the blackboard."

Have the "crowd" vote on the one they liked the best!

3) Bake - Under your watchful eye, let little ones mix the ingredients for their favorite cupcake recipe. You pour, they stir!

4) Collectively write a story: You (the adult) start a story with a funny opening sentence. Ask every child to add a couple of lines. After accumulating, say 20 lines, read it back to them for a sidesplitting laugh!

5) Make bookmarks: Reading is STILL fundamental, so get out the popsicle sticks, decals, yarn, ribbons, non-toxic glue and encourage your little ones to make page markers. Have them make several for themselves and friends!

Use "inside days" to teach little ones about self-expression! When you do, you lay the groundwork for passion and empathy to reign in their adult lives!

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5 great ways to start your morning right!

1) Meditation of thanks- Upon waking, however you want to do it, give thanks to your Higher Power. Bless the force that is bigger than you!

2) Invigorating shower- Get the Mint and  Eucalyptus scrub off the shelf and enjoy the wake-up call! Let the shower head flow, spray directly in your face!

3) Eat Breakfast- Whether it's hearty or just a glass of juice, break the overnight fast!

4) Stretch and move your limbs- Either take a quick walk around the block or do a few sit-ups and waist bends, before leaving for your daily activity!

5) Affirmation- Write and post a "positive" on your front door that you'll tell yourself, right before you step out!

These 5 tips are a "set-up" for a glorious morning!

 

How to stay healthy, when keeping a busy schedule

These days, our schedules are filled to the brim- work, family, friends... every minute of our day is filled with activity! Sometimes eating a  healthy meal takes a backseat to a quick run to the vending machine, a speedy pack of cookies or a swift snatch at a bag of potato chips. How can you eat healthy while on the run?

The next time you're at the supermarket, put these items in your cart:

• pumpkin seeds- high in zinc and magnesium
• raisins- high in Vit.C and potassium
• strawberries- high in Vit. C, copper and fluorine
• soy crackers- healthier than potato chips
• granola bars- healthier than cookies

also include sandwich, ziplock bags!

Make up three ziplock bags of your "new' snacks for each work day and every day put them in your pocketbook, briefcase, knapsack. This will help you to avoid those runs to wherever unhealthy snacks live! *smiles* The increased energy level these snacks provide, will help you make it until you can sit down in front of a healthy, balanced meal.

Just because our schedules are jammed packed, doesn't mean we must miss out on healthy nutrients! Snack soundly and enjoy that healthy home cooked meal as soon as you can exhale!