tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1012311070995581472024-03-13T18:07:38.029-06:00Trends and Treats{Collection of Fashions and Sweet Treats}Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-68529601444019510902011-04-15T09:59:00.000-06:002011-04-15T09:59:58.172-06:00Made in about 10mins<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">When I was first experimenting with baking, one of the first things I probably made was rice krispy treats. Everyone knows what they are and what it takes to make them. Here is a little twist to the classic...</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
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</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1/4 C. Butter</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1 C. Sugar</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1 C. Corn Syrup</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1/4 C. Peanut Butter</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">6 C. Rice Cereal</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">(I used only 4 1/2 C. as I like my really soft)</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><u>Chocolate Topping</u></span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">11.5 oz. Bag of Hershey's Chocolate Chips</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Directions</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1. Heat the sugar, corn syrup & butter until it comes to a boil</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">2. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">3. Stir in rice cereal. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">4. Press the mixture into a chilled 13x9 pan.</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">5. Melt chocolate chips in a double boiler and spread onto mixture. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">I think that I would now prefer to have this kind of Rice Krispy over </span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">the classic version. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Happy Friday, hope you enjoy your new Treat!</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
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</div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-21772820065619175222011-04-11T10:54:00.001-06:002011-04-14T11:32:20.240-06:00A few of my Favorite Things<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>When the weather is warm out, I like to keep my beauty routine simple and light. During the day time, I like to keep my look natural and for date night put on a bit of eye shadow. There is nothing better than being able to get spruced-up in just a few minutes and with just a few key products. Here are some of my most treasured products that I would not be able to go without (rain or shine). Test them out for yourself</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>(These are in no particular order)</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>#1</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: magenta; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Clinique-Dramatically-Different-Moisturising-4-20-Ounce/dp/B000HLYFIK?ie=UTF8&tag=trenamptrea-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=trenamptrea-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B000HLYFIK" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" /></i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>* This stuff is wonderful. Its light, keeps your skin hydrated and is not irritating*</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>#2</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: magenta; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/shaded/158/393/Face-And-Body-Foundation/index.tmpl"><i>MAC Face & Body Foundation</i></a></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XXJViTOML_Q/TZ99OU8Z3XI/AAAAAAAAAGg/jNk5AsNvfRU/s1600/MAC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XXJViTOML_Q/TZ99OU8Z3XI/AAAAAAAAAGg/jNk5AsNvfRU/s1600/MAC.jpg" /></a></div><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>* I have used this product for about 5 years now and have never found anything like it. It covers well and it is made with water not oil, so it’s much better for your skin. *</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>#3</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: magenta; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/CoverGirl-Outlast-Lipstain-Berry-Smooch/dp/B0046112GA?ie=UTF8&tag=trenamptrea-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Covergirl Lip Stain</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=trenamptrea-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B0046112GA" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" /></i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zBvyBg7bpTs/TZ99KZEXFBI/AAAAAAAAAGY/bWAbT1QJpvc/s1600/CoverGirl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zBvyBg7bpTs/TZ99KZEXFBI/AAAAAAAAAGY/bWAbT1QJpvc/s1600/CoverGirl.jpg" /></a></div><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>* I LOVE this little gem of a lip stain. It’s so easy to use because of the marker shaped tip on it. Best part, it truly does “Outlast” hours of wear. I have this in Teasing Blush #415. I will put on a few coats for a darker color, or just a swipe if I am doing a natural look.*</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>#4</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: magenta; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Moroccanoil-3-4oz-3-4-Ounce-Bottle/dp/B001AO0WCG?ie=UTF8&tag=trenamptrea-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Moroccan Oil</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=trenamptrea-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B001AO0WCG" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" /></i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jLCrRF81C_E/TZ99PnkLB_I/AAAAAAAAAGk/Zmc4iDUCsV4/s1600/moroccan+oil.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jLCrRF81C_E/TZ99PnkLB_I/AAAAAAAAAGk/Zmc4iDUCsV4/s1600/moroccan+oil.jpg" /></a></div><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>* This has become a new favorite of mine, as I have only been using it for less than a year. But the results are outstanding. It conditions, repairs and makes hair shine. It’s a must in my book during the sunny months. *</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>#5</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: magenta; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/MAC-False-Lash-Natural-Lashes/dp/B004DZ4UCM?ie=UTF8&tag=trenamptrea-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Eyelashes</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=trenamptrea-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B004DZ4UCM" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" /></i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KwjlMZUWwbk/TZ99MLcqSAI/AAAAAAAAAGc/epfqmG3bnaE/s1600/Eyelash+Extentions.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KwjlMZUWwbk/TZ99MLcqSAI/AAAAAAAAAGc/epfqmG3bnaE/s1600/Eyelash+Extentions.jpg" /></a></div><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>*For effortlessly great looking eyes, nothing tops having false lashes. They make your eyes pop and you don’t need any kind of eye shadow. Just remember, don’t go too big as nothing is worse than seeing someone with horribly long fake lashes. That’s not pretty.*</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>Anyone have products that they swear by? Tell me! I love to try new products out</i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>-C-</i></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-13596639307144567812011-04-08T09:44:00.001-06:002011-04-14T11:32:51.658-06:00Florals, Stripes and all things Alike<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Is it just me, or are some of the Spring Fashion "Must haves" so cute and versatile? I'm in a love affair with floral prints and stripes. Both of them can be found in every store out there. Floral prints are so sweet and feminine that I can't get my hands on enough of them. And stripes.... I have always been a fan of them. I have many shirts, cardigans and dresses that are fully striped. Some of them are my "Go To" clothes when I'm in a fashion pinch.</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"> How lovely are some of these ensembles</span></i></span></div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">My version for now...</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uIeDyIXFdpI/TZ6Ybi8IM7I/AAAAAAAAAGQ/NEtyT1-x3PM/s1600/IMG_4218.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uIeDyIXFdpI/TZ6Ybi8IM7I/AAAAAAAAAGQ/NEtyT1-x3PM/s320/IMG_4218.JPG" width="186" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><u>And for Stripes</u></span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Here is one of my "Go To" skirts</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_3li1PHT9tQ/TZ6XXtayDgI/AAAAAAAAAF8/3WjkX0wM75o/s1600/DSC00975.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_3li1PHT9tQ/TZ6XXtayDgI/AAAAAAAAAF8/3WjkX0wM75o/s320/DSC00975.JPG" width="176" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Go out and find yourself some stripes & florals. I'm sure they will give you a lovely spring pick me up. :) </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><br />
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</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">all image found on google</span></span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span id="goog_1968515183"></span><span id="goog_1968515184"></span></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-53704275128641092172011-04-06T10:19:00.001-06:002011-04-14T11:33:47.739-06:00Cowboy Caviar<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">I had this a few years back and fell in love with it and its simplicity. The recipe is so easy, and the taste is so light & refreshing. The ingredients are what could be packed when heading out to the outdoors for the weekend. Maybe that is where it got its great name? Who knows...</span></i></span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><u>Cowboy Caviar </u></span></i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t1fEe1e5JQA/TZvooWRxKqI/AAAAAAAAAFU/MCPMQ5Di0Go/s1600/DSC01095.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t1fEe1e5JQA/TZvooWRxKqI/AAAAAAAAAFU/MCPMQ5Di0Go/s320/DSC01095.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><u><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><u>Directions</u></span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1. Drain all beans in a strainer and run through water. Make sure beans are drained fully. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">2. Add all ingredients together and pour bottle of Zesty Italian dressing into mix. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">(I normally do not use the whole small bottle. This just depends on how you like your salsa)</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">At first I had mixed reviews about it. How could an electronic facial scrubber do any better than I did with a wash cloth? I first washed my face the same that I do each night and then used the hand held device. I was SO SURPRISED! The brush had makeup residue on it! All those years of not getting off all my makeup would obviously take a toll on my skin... Well not anymore! My skin felt extra clean and soft. My money was well spent. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Check them out! There are many at all price points. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
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<iframe align="right" frameborder="0" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" scrolling="no" src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=trenamptrea-20&o=1&p=8&l=bpl&asins=B0009F402K&fc1=6E6868&IS2=1&lt1=_blank&m=amazon&lc1=F500FF&bc1=000000&bg1=FFFFFF&f=ifr" style="height: 245px; padding-right: 10px; padding-top: 5px; width: 131px;"></iframe></i></span></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-13018333636846208562011-04-04T09:59:00.001-06:002011-04-14T11:34:35.495-06:00New (3 Days a week) workout<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Spring has sprung and the selves are stocked with beautiful new spring and summer fashion. I was browsing through swimsuits and decided to try some on.... and stopped after the first one. Nothing is worse than being white, not toned and not ready to step out in a swimsuit. So after my dressing room experience, I have been on the search for a new workout routine. I am one that wants something fun, new and something that I don't need a bunch of equipment for. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">I came across this great KETTLEBELL workout. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">You will need:</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Two 12-to-24 pound kettlebells or dumbells </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">(they should feel very heavy)</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">One 12-to-24 inch plyo box or step</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">One 6-to-10 pound medicine ball</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Workout Schedule:</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Three times a week, do 1 set of each move in order without resting. Repeat once or twice</span></i></span></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.shape.com/lifestyle/entertainment-and-celebrities/cover-models/vanessa-hudgens-kettlebell-workout"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>Kettlebell Workout Steps</i></span></span></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>How about Headbands in the 50's with the Beehive</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-GAs64HJMmMA/TYzZkDCYEVI/AAAAAAAAAEs/foGwlug8lfk/s1600/beehive.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-GAs64HJMmMA/TYzZkDCYEVI/AAAAAAAAAEs/foGwlug8lfk/s1600/beehive.jpg" /></a></div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i> Or the 60's</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-rbsV0lttUEQ/TYzZtvmydvI/AAAAAAAAAEw/nXeZSzvyGpM/s1600/1960.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-rbsV0lttUEQ/TYzZtvmydvI/AAAAAAAAAEw/nXeZSzvyGpM/s1600/1960.jpg" /></a></div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>1970's (this look is BACK!)</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-FfayE7GuMmk/TYzZ4epONKI/AAAAAAAAAE0/_RVYASXJoKs/s1600/1970.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-FfayE7GuMmk/TYzZ4epONKI/AAAAAAAAAE0/_RVYASXJoKs/s1600/1970.jpg" /></a></div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><br />
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</div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>Thank you! Have a great weekend everyone...</i></div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i> </i></div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>-C-</i></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-75437759359681816792011-03-16T11:21:00.001-06:002011-04-14T11:35:14.759-06:00Hot Chocolate Chip Cookies<div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">My sister was talking about how a friend of hers dropped off some cookies at her house the other day and how they were so great... but also how they were made with Hot chocolate? It was different, yet intriguing to me so I had to test out a recipe and see what she was talking about.</span></span></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Well to start, this amazing thing happened to me...</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yhj1j2BXl_k/TX2Ihvbr0MI/AAAAAAAAAD0/msHx5xUJkx4/s1600/DSC01017.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yhj1j2BXl_k/TX2Ihvbr0MI/AAAAAAAAAD0/msHx5xUJkx4/s320/DSC01017.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">And I went on a little weekend getaway with the girls to the warm sun here...</span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-UpqyManfmvw/TX2JL5RnDLI/AAAAAAAAAD4/PQxxcaBsmcY/s1600/images.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-UpqyManfmvw/TX2JL5RnDLI/AAAAAAAAAD4/PQxxcaBsmcY/s1600/images.jpeg" /></a></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Oh and can I tell you for the most part, all my time has been in search for one of these...</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-mfWrwPNJBrw/TX2KbuEQStI/AAAAAAAAAD8/GjqekwwM3mM/s1600/images-1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-mfWrwPNJBrw/TX2KbuEQStI/AAAAAAAAAD8/GjqekwwM3mM/s1600/images-1.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i>(Reception Site- Outdoors)</i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i>And one of these...</i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9xy9doZoV0U/TX2MKdgglbI/AAAAAAAAAEE/TfZBzri5HbM/s1600/larger_image.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9xy9doZoV0U/TX2MKdgglbI/AAAAAAAAAEE/TfZBzri5HbM/s320/larger_image.jpg" width="223" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i>Oh and let me not forget one of the biggest things, the hubby to be is moving here in a matter of weeks...</i></span></span></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">And who knew that it would be has hard as it has been trying to find those two things. In most all aspects of my life I am very decisive and know what I want. Especially when I have an image in my head, I can always see what I could do to make it my own. But let me tell you friends, it has been one ride figuring all this wedding stuff out. I can't make a single decision and I have NO IDEA why? Then in the mean time all I want to do is spend time with my fiancée before he leaves me :( </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> So please for those of you out here in Utah that have any kind of recommendations on locations or dress boutiques, please help!</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">But all stress aside, words can't explain how excited I am to become <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">Mrs. Conner</span></span></i></span>! </div><br />
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</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">Images found at googleimages</span></span></span></i></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-11209176205191293322011-02-21T10:56:00.001-07:002011-04-14T11:36:14.079-06:00<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Is it just me, or is this weather messing up your mood? One day its sunny and warming up & the next its snowing outside? Let me tell you, it is not fun for those who are not experiencing it. I have been able to make it some days with not needing a long coat, but its still a bit too cold for t-shirt and jeans. So I find myself going to my collection of scarfs and wearing them time and time again. It's such an easy way to make a very simple outfit pull all together. Try it out and leave your big winter coats in the closet! </span></i></span></div><br />
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</div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-66586851200763540342011-02-17T09:49:00.015-07:002011-04-14T11:36:29.768-06:00Breakfast of Champions<div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>I never have time in the morning to make a great nutritional meal nor sit down and enjoy breakfast. I am one that wants to be able to grab something quick and walk out the door. So here is other great breakfast shakes to try out. Just like any nutritionist would tell you, never skip out on breakfast. Its the most important meal of the day!</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="color: purple; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><u><span style="font-size: large;">Banana Shake</span></u></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: purple; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: small;">1-1/2 quarts <span id="ing_6889">lowfat milk</span><br />
4 <span id="ing_4426">bananas</span>, without peel, medium, frozen<br />
2 tsp. <span id="ing_7036">vanilla extract</span><br />
1 tsp. <span id="ing_7010">almond extract</span><br />
1/2 tsp. <span id="ing_5390">cinnamon</span></span></i><br />
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</div><u><span style="font-size: large;"><i style="color: purple;"><span id="ing_5390" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Banana Blueberry Shake</span></i><span id="ing_5390"></span></span></u></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cTm07zknDDE/TV1QOg8QCnI/AAAAAAAAADg/AnSUe-3lma4/s1600/images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cTm07zknDDE/TV1QOg8QCnI/AAAAAAAAADg/AnSUe-3lma4/s320/images.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="color: purple; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
<i><span style="font-size: small;">3 cups frozen sliced <span id="ing_1431">bananas</span><br />
2 cups <span id="ing_1574">fresh blueberries</span><br />
4 cups <span id="ing_6269">soy milk</span>, or regular milk</span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></i></div><div style="color: purple; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"></div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: small;"><span id="ing_5390">(Calories: 277, Protein: 9.4g, Fiber: 9.2g, Carbohydrates: 54g) </span></span></i> </div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"></div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: small;"><span id="ing_5390"> </span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="color: #999999; text-align: left;"><span id="ing_5390"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i>Recipe's found at mealsforyou.com, images google</i></span></span> </span></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-47732675929649979502011-02-15T11:11:00.004-07:002011-04-14T11:36:43.876-06:00Treatment for your Clothes<div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>I hate it more than anything when you buy a great pair of jeans and the color of them starts to fade quickly! Egh, biggest let down ever as you buy your jeans based off of COLOR and fit.This has happened to me many times in the past. That is until one day while shopping at this cute little boutique I was told one the of best secrets. </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="color: purple; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>TO WASH YOUR JEANS WITH A CUP OF THIS LITTLE LOVER</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QR_GHdqu_8Y/TVq_CK4396I/AAAAAAAAADY/JePoEzc3rFE/s1600/images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QR_GHdqu_8Y/TVq_CK4396I/AAAAAAAAADY/JePoEzc3rFE/s1600/images.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"> </span><span style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>That's right just add 1 cup of white distilled vinegar to the wash the 1ST TIME you wash the jeans and they will keep their color much much longer. Vinegar smells I know, but trust me your clothes smell nothing like them when its washed with your choice of laundry soap. (obviously the best for jeans is Wool-light dark)</i></span></span></div><div style="color: #666666; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
</i> </span><i> </i></div><div style="color: #666666; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>Also, if you have delicate whites that you know you should not wash with the typical bleach, also try adding vinegar, as its a natural way to whiten things...who knew?</i></span></div><div style="color: #666666; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
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</i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>Mix some Pink and Red together</i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
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</i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">And </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">try out all those fun lip colors... Promise they look great</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">(and a little FYI, your teeth will look three shades whiter)</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: #999999;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><i>Image from productappeal.com </i></span></span></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-28702136419626941132011-02-11T11:20:00.002-07:002011-04-14T11:37:19.508-06:00Flash Back Friday!<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Happy Friday everyone! I hope each of you have some great plans for this much needed weekend. Here is a post that I hope can bring some laughs to each of you, or even make you walk down a little bit of memory lane. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Its </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">FLASH BACK FRIDAY</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">! There are so many trends out there that are throwbacks from the 80's... here is one that is currently happening</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Leather Jackets in the 80's...</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-niGw_jn8ulQ/TVSN187CmvI/AAAAAAAAAC8/TFYx66Vz6X8/s1600/diemonds-575.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="202" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-niGw_jn8ulQ/TVSN187CmvI/AAAAAAAAAC8/TFYx66Vz6X8/s320/diemonds-575.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_3z0fL8uR3I/TVSOk3AD0fI/AAAAAAAAADI/b1uWEzjbPkI/s1600/il_fullxfull.64808891.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_3z0fL8uR3I/TVSOk3AD0fI/AAAAAAAAADI/b1uWEzjbPkI/s320/il_fullxfull.64808891.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i>And they are back more than ever in 2011...</i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HS-0yFUr9QI/TVSQRCNJ_YI/AAAAAAAAADM/txSnQqT3NaA/s1600/cf14b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="312" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HS-0yFUr9QI/TVSQRCNJ_YI/AAAAAAAAADM/txSnQqT3NaA/s320/cf14b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">Happy Flash Back Friday!</span></span></i></span><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span style="color: #999999; font-size: xx-small;"><i><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Images found at google.com/images</span></i></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"> </span></span></i></span></div></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-46357741190195556592011-02-11T11:02:00.003-07:002011-04-14T11:37:32.025-06:00Mmm... Treats Please!<h4 style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; letter-spacing: 0px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: center; text-transform: lowercase;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></span></span></h4><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><u><i>Cheesecake Brownies</i></u></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LO0ZCyhC05Q/TVSJUcUF38I/AAAAAAAAAC0/n0rPDHMxXTc/s1600/l_R100850.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LO0ZCyhC05Q/TVSJUcUF38I/AAAAAAAAAC0/n0rPDHMxXTc/s320/l_R100850.jpg" width="288" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><u><i><br />
</i></u></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><u><i>Ingredients:</i></u></span></span></div><ul style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; color: #666666; margin: 0px 10px; padding: 0px;"><li class="bg1" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1 c. quick-cooking rolled oats</i></span></li>
<li class="bg2" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1/2 c. all-purpose flour</i></span></li>
<li class="bg1" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1/2 c. packed brown sugar</i></span></li>
<li class="bg2" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1/4 tsp. baking soda</i></span></li>
<li class="bg1" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1/4 tsp. salt</i></span></li>
<li class="bg2" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>6 Tbs. butter, melted</i></span></li>
<li class="bg1" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1 3 oz. package cream cheese, softened</i></span></li>
<li class="bg2" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1 egg yolk</i></span></li>
<li class="bg1" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1 c. granulated sugar</i></span></li>
<li class="bg2" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>10 miniature chocolate-coated caramel-topped nougat bars with peanuts, chopped</i></span></li>
<li class="bg1" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1/4 c. butter, melted</i></span></li>
<li class="bg2" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1 oz. unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled</i></span></li>
<li class="bg1" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1/2 tsp. vanilla</i></span></li>
<li class="bg2" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1 egg</i></span></li>
<li class="bg1" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>2/3 c. all-purpose flour</i></span></li>
<li class="bg2" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1/4 tsp. baking powder</i></span></li>
<li class="bg1" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1/4 tsp. salt</i></span></li>
<li class="bg2" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1/4 c. milk</i></span></li>
<li class="bg1" style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; padding: 3px 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1 c. purchased chocolate fudge frosting</i></span></li>
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</i></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><u>Directions:</u></i></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><div style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 10px; padding: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i>1.</i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i> Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Grease the bottom of a 2-quart rectangular baking dish; set aside. In a medium bowl, combine oats, the 1/2 cup flour, the brown sugar, baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in the 6 tablespoons melted butter. Pat into prepared baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes.</i></span></span></div><div style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 10px; padding: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i>2.</i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i> Meanwhile, for cheesecake layer: In a small bowl, stir together cream cheese, egg yolk, and 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar; spoon in small dollops over the partially baked layer. Sprinkle with chopped nougat bars.</i></span></span></div><div style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 10px; padding: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i>3.</i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i> In a large bowl, combine the remaining 3/4 cup granulated sugar, the 1/4 cup melted butter, melted chocolate, and vanilla. Beat in egg. In a small bowl, stir together the 2/3 cup flour, the baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Alternately add flour mixture and milk to chocolate mixture, beating with a wooden spoon after each addition just until combined. Carefully spoon over cheesecake layer. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched.</i></span></span></div><div style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 10px; padding: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"></span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i>4.</i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i> Cool in pan on a wire rack. Spread with chocolate fudge frosting. Cut into bars.</i></span></span></div><div style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 10px; padding: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i>-C-</i></span></span></div><div style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 10px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="border-style: none; border-width: 0px; color: #999999; margin: 0px 10px 10px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">Recipe found at BHG.com</span></i></span></div></span></span></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-38577808556913456382011-02-10T17:38:00.005-07:002011-04-14T11:37:44.294-06:00Nutritious Meal To Try<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Here is a great new recipe that I am sure going to be trying... best part is its nutritious! I've listed the dietary guide below the recipe for those following your calories, carbohydrates and sodium intake. </span></i></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">"Chicken Kiev Served over Orzo</span></span></u></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">& your choice of Vegetables"</span></span></u></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/--al3T-CrJdo/TVSDliJLZZI/AAAAAAAAACw/AAoUaQEmZsY/s1600/757243455_511cc0f662_z.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/--al3T-CrJdo/TVSDliJLZZI/AAAAAAAAACw/AAoUaQEmZsY/s320/757243455_511cc0f662_z.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Ingredients:</span></i></span></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1/4 C. low calorie margarine (try the unsalted)</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">2 Tbs. fresh parsley, minced</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1/4 tsp. dried rosemary</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1/8 tsp. garlic powder</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">2 Tbs. plus 2 tsp. skim milk</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">3 1/2 Tbs. fine breadcrumbs</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">3/4 lemon, cut into wedges</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">2 servings of cooked Orzo</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Directions</span></i></span></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1. Preheat oven to </span></i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">400°F</span></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">1. Combine margarine, parsley, rosemary, garlic and pepper to taste in a small mixing bowl. Shape margarine mixture into 4 2 inch long sticks; freeze until firm.</span></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">2. </span></i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of waxed paper and flatten to 1/4 inch thickness with a meat mallet or rolling pin. Place 1 margarine stick in the center of each chicken breast; fold ends over margarine and roll up, beginning with long side. Secure each end with wooden toothpicks. Dip chicken rolls into the milk and coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.</span></i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">3. </span></i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Bake</span></i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> for 25 minutes until browned. </span></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">4. Arrange chicken on a serving platter, spoon juices from pan over the top, garnish with lemon wedges and serve over orzo pasta and your choice of vegetables. </span></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
</span></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><i><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Per serving:</span></span></span></u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"> calories 184, fat 7.1g, protein 22.5g, carbohydrates 7.0g, fiber 0.8g, sugar 1.3g, sodium 255mg </span> </span></span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
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</span></i></span></span></div><div style="color: #999999; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span">Recipe found at mealsforyou.com , image found at flicker.com</span></span></span></i></span></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-4156943847360967992011-02-09T21:09:00.002-07:002011-04-14T11:37:58.097-06:00<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Hats honestly are such a great style staple. Anyone, yes I mean ANYONE can pull off a hat. Have it be the classic baseball cap, fedora, beanie or the ever so chic floppy hat. I really have 3 different floppy hats in my closet right now... I never know when I will ever need all 3 of them, but every girl needs a little variety in choice. I love the look of the felt floppy hat for this time of year. Its a bit winter style, but can easily be made warm and be adapted to you lucky ones in the sunshine. </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Here is the beautiful Vanessa Hudgens in the style:</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7LaciBobM8I/TVNglXWh9pI/AAAAAAAAACc/-5KxmStNPEI/s1600/Celeb-Style-Vanessa-Hudgens.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="290" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7LaciBobM8I/TVNglXWh9pI/AAAAAAAAACc/-5KxmStNPEI/s320/Celeb-Style-Vanessa-Hudgens.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Or look how cute Hillary Duff and Kourtney Kardashian look in the Trend:</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AYOOTAuGSOM/TVNh5Qnux_I/AAAAAAAAACg/25NNXlJrFr8/s1600/images-1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AYOOTAuGSOM/TVNh5Qnux_I/AAAAAAAAACg/25NNXlJrFr8/s1600/images-1.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QKztVBWa8kM/TVNh_4fPkFI/AAAAAAAAACk/Tg6KkLlYdGc/s1600/images.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QKztVBWa8kM/TVNh_4fPkFI/AAAAAAAAACk/Tg6KkLlYdGc/s320/images.jpeg" width="192" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">So here is my take on the trend, keeping the outfit simple, jewelry minimal and the makeup a bit natural...</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7I55NEmp8ZE/TVNi2jtQ3jI/AAAAAAAAACo/wIrm6BYlonM/s1600/IMG_4240.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7I55NEmp8ZE/TVNi2jtQ3jI/AAAAAAAAACo/wIrm6BYlonM/s320/IMG_4240.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Take a little bit of summer style and incorporate it into your winter wardrobe. </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br />
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</div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-76337664981836071112011-02-08T14:34:00.002-07:002011-04-14T11:38:12.861-06:00DIY Hair Treatment<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>Each of us girls always think about our skin in the winter time, but what about your hair? Growing up with a mother and sisters in the beauty industry, they have never let me skimp on hair products. Spending a little extra goes a long way when you color your hair. But not always is it the products you buy at the salon that has the best results. Here is a wonderful DIY hair treatment that will have your hair feeling great for weeks</i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU3AjjbaDFI/AAAAAAAAACU/8wMVQOPtgO4/s1600/images.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU3AjjbaDFI/AAAAAAAAACU/8wMVQOPtgO4/s1600/images.jpeg" /></i></span></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
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</i></span> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>1 C. Vinegar</i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
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</i></span> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>Thanks to my sister/hair stylist Paige for the great hair mask recipe! I hope you all enjoy</i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
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</div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-10655563775527448772011-02-07T10:40:00.002-07:002011-04-14T11:38:25.924-06:00Ever Heard of Acai Berries?? READ THIS<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">When you walk into GNC, or even any other health food store you see all these products that are telling you how great Acai berries are and how high they are in antioxidants. So I thought I would do my own research about this "High trend". Check out this great article that I have found.... this should tell you the truth about it and maybe put a few dollars back into your wallet</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU7fLPedF-I/AAAAAAAAACY/D9UV0p7uAgY/s1600/acai-berry.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU7fLPedF-I/AAAAAAAAACY/D9UV0p7uAgY/s320/acai-berry.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><a href="http://www.lisashanken.com/acai-berries-feel-like-wasting-your-time-and-money/">Acai Berry Article</a></span></i></span></span><br />
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</i></span> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>I have always been a fan of fur. It looks so retro, yet put together in my eyes. Rachel Zoe is one of my fav's that wears fur so well </i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU20vWmCvLI/AAAAAAAAACA/VNvweGwGFIg/s1600/images-1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU20vWmCvLI/AAAAAAAAACA/VNvweGwGFIg/s1600/images-1.jpeg" /></i></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>Or how about Olivia Palermo</i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU21LWK9RII/AAAAAAAAACE/rq9tC7_8OAE/s1600/palermo+olivia+2009+nov+screening.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU21LWK9RII/AAAAAAAAACE/rq9tC7_8OAE/s320/palermo+olivia+2009+nov+screening.jpg" width="212" /></i></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
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</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>I decided that I would take my own twist to it and wear my fur vest the way I could here in the snow...</i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU22Yt8WCuI/AAAAAAAAACI/XpSWgSSzkEE/s1600/IMG_4223.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><img border="0" height="295" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU22Yt8WCuI/AAAAAAAAACI/XpSWgSSzkEE/s320/IMG_4223.JPG" width="320" /></i></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU22lce-bxI/AAAAAAAAACM/LVRymYnOAqU/s1600/IMG_4226.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU22lce-bxI/AAAAAAAAACM/LVRymYnOAqU/s320/IMG_4226.JPG" width="213" /></i></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>Add a little bit of jewelry... not too much</i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU23H_7gV7I/AAAAAAAAACQ/mP8VKjUADNI/s1600/IMG_4222.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TU23H_7gV7I/AAAAAAAAACQ/mP8VKjUADNI/s320/IMG_4222.JPG" width="213" /></i></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>So get out of your rut and pick something from you closet you haven't worn all season long!</i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i>Enjoy the winter snow, warm drinks and cuddling up inside while you can... </i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><i><br />
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</span> </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Red Velvet Cupcakes, dipped in Milk Chocolate </span></span></span></u></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">& Topped with Cream Cheese Frosting</span></span></span></u></i><br />
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</span> </span></u></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Cupcakes</span></span></u></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">(Recipe found here</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"> </span><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/food"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Martha Stewart</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">)</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">2 1/2 C. cake flour (not self rising), sifted</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">2 T. unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">1 t. salt</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">1 1/2 C. sugar</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">1 1/2 C. vegetable oil</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">2 large eggs, room temperature</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">1/2 t. red gel-paste food coloring. (or 1.5 oz. of liquid food coloring)</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">1 t. pure vanilla extract</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">1 cup liquid buttermilk</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">1 1/2 t. baking soda</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">2 t. distilled white vinegar</span></span></i><br />
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</span></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Directions</span></span></span></u></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">1. Preheat oven to 350*F. You may use a standard or small cupcake tin.</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">2. Whisk together cake flour, cocoa & salt. </span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">3. With an electric mixer on medium-high speed, whisk together sugar and oil until well combined. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until each is incorporated, scraping down sides of bowl if needed. Mix in food coloring and vanilla. *If using gel food coloring, I added almost 1t to get a richer red color*</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">4. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with 2 additions of buttermilk, and whisking well after each. Stir together the baking soda and vinegar in a small bowl (it will foam); add mixture to the batter, and mix on medium speed 10 seconds. </span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake pan. Filling each three-quarters full.</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">* I did not use paper liners, as later on you will be dipping the bottoms in chocolate. Just make sure you coat each tin very well. *</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">6. Bake for 15-18mins (large cupcakes) 8-10 mins (small cupcakes). Rotate tins halfway through, until a cake tester inserted in centers comes out clean. Transfer onto wire racks to cool completely before removing from tin. </span></span></i><br />
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</span></div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Dipping Chocolate</span></span></u></span></i><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">1. Follow melting directions on the melting chocolate that you purchase, as each brand is different. </span></span></i><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">2. Have cupcakes completely cooled, before melting chocolate. Dip each cupcake bottom in chocolate and set on wax paper to harden. </span></span></i><br />
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</span></div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Cream Cheese Frosting</span></span></u></span></i><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">1 C. (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature</span></span></i><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">12 oz. cream cheese, room temperature</span></span></i><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">3 1/2 C. confectioners' sugar, sifted</span></span></i><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">3/4 t. pure vanilla extract</span></span></i><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">These have been a huge hit! They are perfect for giving to neighbors, loved ones or just to keep for yourself. I hope that you all enjoy them as much as I have. </span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Happy Sweet Tooth Saturday!</span></span></span></span></i><br />
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</i></div></div>Charlee Connerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11176318103350451730noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-101231107099558147.post-75499398594885688402011-01-25T12:02:00.006-07:002011-04-14T11:39:13.932-06:00Start your Tuesday off Right!!<div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i><span style="color: #666666;">It is so hard to find a great smoothie recipe that is not high in natural sugars, but is also packed with great taste. Well.... I found one! Here is a great smoothie that is high in protein and boosts your energy level. You can find this and so many others at</span> <a href="http://www.glamour.com/about/smoothies">GLAMOUR</a></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i><br />
</i></div><div style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i>What a great way to start off your Tuesday morning!</i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: purple;"><u>Energy Smoothie</u></span></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: purple;">1/4 C. Almond Butter</span></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: purple;">1 T. Ground Cardamon</span></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: purple;">1 1/2 C. Water</span></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: purple;">1 C. Frozen Peaches</span></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: purple;">1 to 2 t. Agave Syrup</span></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: purple;">1/2 C. Ice</span></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TT8cThWCjPI/AAAAAAAAAAo/utqGNckfpp8/s1600/1228-energy-smoothie-diet-nutrition_vg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_CGLyIPvGxTE/TT8cThWCjPI/AAAAAAAAAAo/utqGNckfpp8/s320/1228-energy-smoothie-diet-nutrition_vg.jpg" width="320" /></a></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: purple;">{You can find Ground Cardamon at your local health food store}</span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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