I got this on one of those email forwards and the reason it up on my blog is that this is a blog for happiness and a better life. Most people have low self esteem for reasons that even there friends don't think of. We need to remember our own self worth everyday. We need to understand that we all have flaws, and there are people who like and love us anyways, as we also love them. Keep these in mind, put them up somewhere in your home to remind you when you are down or look at it everyday as a way to keep from getting down.
Remember our mind is a powerful tool. If you say and think "I am worthless" (or whatever negative thing you say and think to yourself) soon you will believe it. Start off by by NOT saying it. OK you may still think it - but don't say it out loud. Once you are out of the habit of saying it out loud, now try not to think it. Soon one day you will find that you have gone awhile with out thinking that bad phrase
On other thing everyone needs to learn to do, is to take and receive compliments graciously. If someone give you a compliment, smile and say "thank you" weather you believe them or not. It is incredibly rude when someone gives you a compliment and then you disagree with them.
-Suzie
This should probably be taped to your bathroom mirror where one could read it every day. You may not realize it, but it's 100% true.
1. There are at least two people in this world that you would die for.
2.. At least 15 people in this world love you in some way.
3. The only reason anyone would ever hate you is because they want to be just like you.
4. A smile from you can bring happiness to anyone, even if they don't like you.
5. Every night, SOMEONE thinks about you before they go to sleep.
6. You mean the world to someone.
7. You are special and unique.
8. Someone that you don't even know exists loves you.
9. When you make the biggest mistake ever, something good comes from it.
10.. When you think the world has turned its back on yo u take another look.
11. Always remember the compliments you received. Forget about the rude remarks.
I would rather have one rose and a kind word from a friend while I'm here than a whole truck load when I'm gone.
Happiness keeps You Sweet,
Trials keep You Strong,
Sorrows keep You Human,
Failures keeps You Humble,
Success keeps You Glowing
Friday, May 15, 2009
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Mama’s Enchilada Casserole Recipe
I love enchiladas – but they are SOOOO labor intensive. So I invented this recipe, all the ingredients and less of a hassle. I had some avocado so I just topped the casserole with it (once it was cooked and on our plates).
Mama’s (thats me) Enchilada Casserole Recipe
*if you want the onions to be sweeter ….
-1 Tlb olive oil in a pan
-cook onions until a bit soft.
-set aside in another bowl
Cheese Enchiladas:
Ingredients:
Corn tortillas
Cheader Cheese (grated – big pile)
Jack Cheese (grated – big pile)
White medium sized Onion (coarsely chopped)
Red Enchilada Sauce (I like LaVictoria best) – Big can
Layer-
Sauce
Tortillas
Onions
Both Cheese’s
Sauce
Tortillas
Both Cheese’s
Sauce
Tortillas
Sauce (pour the rest of the can out here)
Both Cheese’s
-add sliced olives on top
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 mins to 45 mins until cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling on the side
Let cool and serve with a side salad, vanilla ice-cream would follow this meal good if looking for a dessert.
Chicken Enchiladas:
Ingredients:
Corn tortillas
Shredded chicken (about 3 [2 if you are being frugal] breast for a family of 4)
Jack Cheese (grated – big pile)
White medium sized Onion (coarsely chopped)
Green Enchilada Sauce (I like LaVictoria best) – Big can
-Boil Chicken for about 30 mins – until the juices run clear and no pink on the inside
-While its still hot – shread the chicken with two fork’s
Layer-
Sauce
Tortillas
Onions
Chicken
Cheese
Sauce
Tortillas
Cheese
Sauce
Tortillas
Sauce (pour the rest of the can out here)
Cheese
-add sliced olives on top
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 mins to 45 mins until cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling on the side
Let cool and serve with a side salad, vanilla ice-cream would follow this meal good if looking for a dessert.
Beef Enchiladas:
Ingredients:
Corn tortillas
1 lb ground beef
Cheader Cheese (grated – big pile)
White medium sized Onion (coarsely chopped)
Red Enchilada Sauce (I like LaVictoria best) – Big can
-Brown beef in a pan on the stove.
-Drain off grease and set aside in a bowl
Layer-
Sauce
Tortillas
Onions
Beef
Cheese
Sauce
Tortillas
Cheese
Sauce
Tortillas
Sauce (pour the rest of the can out here)
Cheese
-add sliced olives on top
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 mins to 45 mins until cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling on the side
Let cool and serve with a side salad, vanilla ice-cream would follow this meal good if looking for a dessert.
Mama’s (thats me) Enchilada Casserole Recipe*if you want the onions to be sweeter ….
-1 Tlb olive oil in a pan
-cook onions until a bit soft.
-set aside in another bowl
Cheese Enchiladas:
Ingredients:
Corn tortillas
Cheader Cheese (grated – big pile)
Jack Cheese (grated – big pile)
White medium sized Onion (coarsely chopped)
Red Enchilada Sauce (I like LaVictoria best) – Big can
Layer-
Sauce
Tortillas
Onions
Both Cheese’s
Sauce
Tortillas
Both Cheese’s
Sauce
Tortillas
Sauce (pour the rest of the can out here)
Both Cheese’s
-add sliced olives on top
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 mins to 45 mins until cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling on the side
Let cool and serve with a side salad, vanilla ice-cream would follow this meal good if looking for a dessert.
Chicken Enchiladas:
Ingredients:
Corn tortillas
Shredded chicken (about 3 [2 if you are being frugal] breast for a family of 4)
Jack Cheese (grated – big pile)
White medium sized Onion (coarsely chopped)
Green Enchilada Sauce (I like LaVictoria best) – Big can
-Boil Chicken for about 30 mins – until the juices run clear and no pink on the inside
-While its still hot – shread the chicken with two fork’s
Layer-
Sauce
Tortillas
Onions
Chicken
Cheese
Sauce
Tortillas
Cheese
Sauce
Tortillas
Sauce (pour the rest of the can out here)
Cheese
-add sliced olives on top
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 mins to 45 mins until cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling on the side
Let cool and serve with a side salad, vanilla ice-cream would follow this meal good if looking for a dessert.
Beef Enchiladas:
Ingredients:
Corn tortillas
1 lb ground beef
Cheader Cheese (grated – big pile)
White medium sized Onion (coarsely chopped)
Red Enchilada Sauce (I like LaVictoria best) – Big can
-Brown beef in a pan on the stove.
-Drain off grease and set aside in a bowl
Layer-
Sauce
Tortillas
Onions
Beef
Cheese
Sauce
Tortillas
Cheese
Sauce
Tortillas
Sauce (pour the rest of the can out here)
Cheese
-add sliced olives on top
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 mins to 45 mins until cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling on the side
Let cool and serve with a side salad, vanilla ice-cream would follow this meal good if looking for a dessert.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Saving With Coupons
i got this from a very good site that emails me once a week with savings tips. I highly recomend you sing up (link at the left of my blog ...) - Suzie
In light of the current economic crisis, take advantage of every savings opportunity available. Get in the habit of using coupons to save money on many of the items you purchase. With the popularity of print and online coupons on the rise, retailers are offering more deals with better savings. Here are some tips to ensure you find the best deals and maximize your savings.
Start your coupon search in the Sunday paper’s circulars and on the internet for stores where you usually shop. Many online coupons can be printed out for use in the store.
Time the use of your coupon wisely. Most retailers allow you to use your coupon for items that are already on sale — this can add up to additional savings!
For each coupon, read the fine print to make sure it's still valid and accepted at the stores you frequent.
If you need to buy 2 or more of an item to redeem a coupon, make sure you can use the items before the expiration date.
Cutting coupons is just one of many ways to save money each day. Continue to employ a variety of savings techniques in your daily life. Remember, small changes can add up!
Read more on reducing your spending.Visit www.FeedthePig.org for more money-saving tips.
In light of the current economic crisis, take advantage of every savings opportunity available. Get in the habit of using coupons to save money on many of the items you purchase. With the popularity of print and online coupons on the rise, retailers are offering more deals with better savings. Here are some tips to ensure you find the best deals and maximize your savings.
Start your coupon search in the Sunday paper’s circulars and on the internet for stores where you usually shop. Many online coupons can be printed out for use in the store.
Time the use of your coupon wisely. Most retailers allow you to use your coupon for items that are already on sale — this can add up to additional savings!
For each coupon, read the fine print to make sure it's still valid and accepted at the stores you frequent.
If you need to buy 2 or more of an item to redeem a coupon, make sure you can use the items before the expiration date.
Cutting coupons is just one of many ways to save money each day. Continue to employ a variety of savings techniques in your daily life. Remember, small changes can add up!
Read more on reducing your spending.Visit www.FeedthePig.org for more money-saving tips.
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Buying and Selling on Craigs List
Buying on CL!
Oh how I love buying on CL. I have found so many a deal. They are hard to find - but you can do it. Sometimes it takes a few weeks to get it, but worth it in the end because you can save a lot of money.
I got a matching set of couches (reg couch and a love seat) for $125 for BOTH! The guy had started listing them at $500 but he was moving by small hatch back cross country on Monday ... so the Friday before the move ... he dropped it to $125 .... I had wanted them at $500 but couldn't afford it - so at $125, we snatched them right up. These couches were less then 2 years old. He was a bachelor, with no kids and no pets and he didn't smoke. So they were like new!
That is how you get the great deals - they people who just need it gone and are willing to take any amount of cash.
Altogether we have gotten the couch set ($125), our TV stand and 2 matching chairs (all 3 from the same lady for $100), 2 bookcases that match the IKEA bookcase we had gotten 7 years ago when we got married and they didn't make anymore ($100 for both - orig cost was $500 for 1), my sewing table ($100), my serging table($60), and my husband and my bedrooms set $200 (9 drawer dresser with mirror - two 3 drawer dressers and a head board we don't use because we had already bought a different headboard ($100) off CL) house by CL at a fraction of the price. And all of this is in mint condition and wood furniture. Mostly vintage because I love mid century modern!
Selling on CL!
If you want to make good money .... you have to be patient. Be willing to relist your items a few weeks in a row. (listings only last 7 days) Ask a fair price for what you have. Don't be the most expensive and only if you NEED it to move fast list it as the cheepest.
Honestly most people will try to bargain with you. So I always ask more then I feel I need. Then if I get extra cause they pay the full price, then I have more money for my family. All is good.
CL lists you put up 4 pictures. Take 4 pictures, the better the pictures the more likely to sell. make sure the background is clean and nice looking. If I see something in a dirty room, I assume that these people didn't take good care of the item and I don't even bother calling on it. So make sure it looks like it was kept in a place that was well kept.
Be as detailed in your description as passable. People always want measurements, include those. Include any major landmarks or roads you are buy so they have an idea if they are willing to drive that far before waisting your time.
I sold some baby stuff that folds up. I included pictures of it standing and folded so they know how it moves or will fit where they want to put it.
I like to know why people are selling and how often it was used and thins like that. I realize that people can lie about these things, but CL is really a place where we need to trust. So include the life of the item or at least all you know.
I sold a lamp recently, the house we are living in was built into the 50's. I believed it was from that era. I also know that it was working when I took it down. I was doing an Estate sale, so I had a lot to list and didn't have time to clean everything. I mentioned all that in the listing. They knew all I knew about it.
Always clean it first, you are more likely to get the higher price. (If you have time anyways!)
*When I shop... I shop slightly above my price range, if I want something I cant afford I will email a person and offer what I can afford. Sometimes they take it sometimes they don't.
*When I sell I list slightly higher then I want, sometime it sells for that, sometimes it doesn't.
SCAMS: be careful, if it sounds like a scam ... it is! Cash only, they come and pick it up (if you are selling) If you are buying .... Cash only! don't send Cash and expect it to be delivered later no matter what they promise.
Free Stuff: CL also has a section you can list things for free. Sometimes your item doesn't sell at all - but you still want it gone. List it in the free section. Pretty much someone will take just about anything for free!
Here are the LISTING pictures of some of the items we bought on CL ......
Our couches
This is the vintage concole our TV sits on.
The 2 chairs we got with the console.
My serging table.
My sewing table
A rug we got to go with the couches... 
Oh how I love buying on CL. I have found so many a deal. They are hard to find - but you can do it. Sometimes it takes a few weeks to get it, but worth it in the end because you can save a lot of money.
I got a matching set of couches (reg couch and a love seat) for $125 for BOTH! The guy had started listing them at $500 but he was moving by small hatch back cross country on Monday ... so the Friday before the move ... he dropped it to $125 .... I had wanted them at $500 but couldn't afford it - so at $125, we snatched them right up. These couches were less then 2 years old. He was a bachelor, with no kids and no pets and he didn't smoke. So they were like new!
That is how you get the great deals - they people who just need it gone and are willing to take any amount of cash.
Altogether we have gotten the couch set ($125), our TV stand and 2 matching chairs (all 3 from the same lady for $100), 2 bookcases that match the IKEA bookcase we had gotten 7 years ago when we got married and they didn't make anymore ($100 for both - orig cost was $500 for 1), my sewing table ($100), my serging table($60), and my husband and my bedrooms set $200 (9 drawer dresser with mirror - two 3 drawer dressers and a head board we don't use because we had already bought a different headboard ($100) off CL) house by CL at a fraction of the price. And all of this is in mint condition and wood furniture. Mostly vintage because I love mid century modern!
Selling on CL!
If you want to make good money .... you have to be patient. Be willing to relist your items a few weeks in a row. (listings only last 7 days) Ask a fair price for what you have. Don't be the most expensive and only if you NEED it to move fast list it as the cheepest.
Honestly most people will try to bargain with you. So I always ask more then I feel I need. Then if I get extra cause they pay the full price, then I have more money for my family. All is good.
CL lists you put up 4 pictures. Take 4 pictures, the better the pictures the more likely to sell. make sure the background is clean and nice looking. If I see something in a dirty room, I assume that these people didn't take good care of the item and I don't even bother calling on it. So make sure it looks like it was kept in a place that was well kept.
Be as detailed in your description as passable. People always want measurements, include those. Include any major landmarks or roads you are buy so they have an idea if they are willing to drive that far before waisting your time.
I sold some baby stuff that folds up. I included pictures of it standing and folded so they know how it moves or will fit where they want to put it.
I like to know why people are selling and how often it was used and thins like that. I realize that people can lie about these things, but CL is really a place where we need to trust. So include the life of the item or at least all you know.
I sold a lamp recently, the house we are living in was built into the 50's. I believed it was from that era. I also know that it was working when I took it down. I was doing an Estate sale, so I had a lot to list and didn't have time to clean everything. I mentioned all that in the listing. They knew all I knew about it.
Always clean it first, you are more likely to get the higher price. (If you have time anyways!)
*When I shop... I shop slightly above my price range, if I want something I cant afford I will email a person and offer what I can afford. Sometimes they take it sometimes they don't.
*When I sell I list slightly higher then I want, sometime it sells for that, sometimes it doesn't.
SCAMS: be careful, if it sounds like a scam ... it is! Cash only, they come and pick it up (if you are selling) If you are buying .... Cash only! don't send Cash and expect it to be delivered later no matter what they promise.
Free Stuff: CL also has a section you can list things for free. Sometimes your item doesn't sell at all - but you still want it gone. List it in the free section. Pretty much someone will take just about anything for free!
Here are the LISTING pictures of some of the items we bought on CL ......
Our couchesThis is the vintage concole our TV sits on.The 2 chairs we got with the console.My serging table.My sewing table
A rug we got to go with the couches...This is the headboard we love ....
This is our dresser set. There are 2 of the 3 drawer dresser. And the long dresser with the mirror and the headboard that we wont use. I knew that if they were sold wood they would clean up nicely and I also knew that alot of people wouldnt call on this set because the pictures were bad and it looked dirty. However when I went to look at it - it had been sitting in a vacant house house for 9 years. These dressers cleaned up wonderfully! And we got a sweet deal and solid wood furniture!
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