October 2008

Hard-cooked or Hard-boiled?

October 20, 2008

Tweet I just discovered that the hard-boiled eggs that I have been making aren’t actually hard-boiled! Did you know that hard-boiled eggs are actually hard-COOKED? HARD-COOKED EGGS This method is often incorrectly called boiled eggs. Although the cooking water must come to a quick boil for this cooking method, cooking the eggs gently in hot [...]

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Got a "Turkey Tale" to Tell?

October 20, 2008

Tweet Horrifying, funny or triumphant, every Mom has a turkey tale to tell. This year, Electrolux and Kelly Ripa are on a quest to find the perfect turkey. Log on electroluxappliances.com (click on Kelly Confidential) and submit a photo, story and/or video showcasing your tale and you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win [...]

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Then She Found Me

October 20, 2008

Tweet Then She Found Me is a story that follows Alice Epner (Hunt), an almost 40 year-old New York school teacher. Alice’s life couldn’t get any more challenging – Her biological clock is ticking, but she is abandoned by her very immature husband (Broderick). Shortly after her adopted mother’s death, her quirky birth mother (Midler) [...]

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Snow Cones in October?

October 18, 2008

Tweet You bet. When a family loves them as much as we do, you can’t help but enjoy snow cones any time of the year! For my twins’ birthday celebration, next Sunday, we are planning on having some cherry and blueberry shaved ice. Thanks to our Hamilton Beach Ice Shaver, making these cool treats will [...]

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Easy French Toast

October 18, 2008

Tweet This French Toast is so easy to make that even the kiddos can do it! 8 slices of bread – I like to use thick “french toast” bread5 eggs2 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon cinnamon Makes 8 pieces Bon Apetit!

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Breakfast Challenge Questions Answered

October 18, 2008

Tweet I have received so many great comments and questions regarding my breakfast challenge. I try to reply in a timely manner, but not every one can see my reply, so I thought that I would post some of my answers and replies here. Christina @ Cutest Kid Ever – “This sounds like a great [...]

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How do YOU feel?

October 17, 2008

Tweet I was planning to give an update on my Breakfast Challenge, and how I was feeling, after a whole week of eating eggs for breakfast. I originally decided to wait a week, mainly because I wasn’t convinced that I would see results right away. Boy, was I wrong! Each day this week I have [...]

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Folgers’ Wake-Up Call

October 17, 2008

Tweet Since I’ve been talking a lot about breakfast lately, and have also been blogging a bit about breast cancer awareness, I wanted to tell you about Folgers’ partnership with the National Breast Cancer Foundation. This month, Folgers is supporting breast cancer research and education for underserved women, with its limited edition Pink Can, which [...]

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My Breakfast Casserole

October 16, 2008

Tweet After I had one of my babies (I can’t remember which one – there are too many) one of our friends brought us a casserole like the one I made here. I couldn’t find the recipe any where, but this is about as close as one can come to creating that fantastic breakfast. I [...]

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Time to Party!

October 16, 2008

Tweet We have a few birthdays coming up here in our house… Ethan and Zach will be eight on the 24th, and I turn another year older on the 25th. We are hoping you will celebrate with us! I will be highlighting some amazing products that you will be able to win! Yes, I am [...]

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Taking Chances

October 15, 2008

Tweet Ray got plenty of ribbing from the guys because of where we went for our date night last night. I think they were really all secretly wishing they could have taken their wives to see a pop diva! Or, perhaps they just weren’t willing to take a chance. My husband, who is now the [...]

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Choline: The Breast Cancer Fighting Agent

October 15, 2008

Tweet Thanks to the American Egg Board, in the last few days I’ve been able to glean a lot about choline, and the effects it has in our bodies. I was excited to learn that there are many benefits of choline – choline has been shown to help with brain and memory development in infants [...]

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Walmart teams up with the ElevenMoms to Take Action

October 15, 2008

Tweet Today is Blog Action Day. This year, bloggers all over the world are blogging against poverty. Each voice is making a difference. We are making a difference together. Walmart has teamed up with the ElevenMoms and is matching, dollar for dollar, everything we raise as a group today. Most of the ElevenMoms have committed [...]

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Mom’s Quiche

October 14, 2008

Tweet This quiche is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner… You could even make it the night before and enjoy a leisurely breakfast! It’s a huge family hit! 6 – 8 eggs, beaten well with ¼ cup of half and half.3 handfuls of sliced mushrooms, and ½ diced onion, sauteed in 3T butter.1 pound of [...]

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A Question Answered – Computer Printed Coupon policy at Walmart

October 13, 2008

Tweet During the Live Chat at ElevenMoms.com, on Thursday, the following question was asked. I wasn’t able to post the answer here until tonight, so I hope that Anonymous can forgive me! Is WalMart really going to stop taking computer printed coupons??? Anonymous – Bella Vista, Arkansas (Side note: If “From Dates To Diapers” would [...]

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A Powerful Bunch

October 13, 2008

Tweet I am not quite sure where to begin or what to include in my Walmart / Bentonville trip re-cap. I could talk about the amazing “Walmartians” whom I had the pleasure to meet, or the fantastic opportunity we had to speak with the “big marketing guys” and President of Walmart. I could talk about [...]

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Meals Should be Enjoyed By All

October 13, 2008

Tweet I am faced with many challenges as the meal planner for a family of eight. Taking every one’s preferences – their likes and dislikes – in to account is quite the task, especially when I can sometimes be faced with eight different requests. Breakfast and lunch are pretty relaxed in our house. I will [...]

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Need A Reason to Eat Eggs?

October 11, 2008

Tweet As you know, I will begin my Breakfast Challenge on Monday. I’m hoping you’ll be joining me. If so, let me know, because we can help keep each other on track. You know, eggs really are a great choice when it comes to affordable and nutritious foods… They truly are incredible! Eggs even play [...]

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My Breakfast Challenge

October 10, 2008

Tweet Often mornings are so chaotic around our house that I forget to eat breakfast. The kiddos never miss breakfast, but there is always something more important for me to do. I know, eating breakfast is pretty important. In fact, it is the most important meal… Starting the morning with a nutritious breakfast is always [...]

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World Egg Day

October 10, 2008

Tweet Today, being the second Friday in October, is World Egg Day. Yes, the egg has it’s own day. In fact, there’s even an International Egg Commission (IEC) that holds meetings for people in the egg industry from around the world. The IEC members declared World Egg Day so all the egg farmers around the [...]

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Don’t forget!

October 9, 2008

Tweet Come chat with six of the ElevenMoms… We’re ready to answer your questions! Who? You, Tara, Jenn, Lucretia, Heather, Jessica, and me!When? Today at noon, CST. Where? At http://site.elevenmoms.com/chat, from the comfort of your own home! Why? Because we know you are dying to ask us how we save money around the holidays. Heck, [...]

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Too Excited to Sleep…

October 8, 2008

Tweet I traveled all day and am dog-tired, but I am stuck on Pacific Time and too excited to sleep. This very same thing happened to me when I went to Camp Baby. I know I will regret this in the morning, but I want to tell you about my first night here in Arkansas… [...]

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