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“The more grateful you are, the more you get to be...

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -0500

“The more grateful you are, the more you get to be grateful about. It’s that simple.”
—-Louise Hay

Farmhouse Apple Pie Serve this next Thursday...

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:56:15 -0500

Farmhouse Apple Pie

Serve this next Thursday with luscious vanilla ice cream, or slice of cheese (for those that love that type of thing), or let it stand on its two feet with its delciousness. It’s perfect for the Thanksgiving meal. And it isn’t too hard to make…

2 disks Grandma’s Pie Dough here.
2 and 1/2 pounds of mixed apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 3/4 inch pieces.
2 tbsp flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 tbs sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp lemon juice

Heat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Roll out one of the disks of dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness; transfer to a 9-inch pie pan. Set aside and keep chilled.
Roll the remaining dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Set aside on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and keep chilled.
Toss the chopped apples, flour, 3/4 cup sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice together and mix until combined. Pour apple mixture into the prepared pie pan and top with the remaining dough.
Trim, leaving 1/2-inch overhang, fold under, and crimp edges. Sprinkle the top with the remaining tablespoon of sugar; chill for 10 minutes.
Bake until fruit is bubbling and crust is golden brown — 50 to 55 minutes. Cool on wire rack.

" Only once in your life, I truly believe, you find someone who can completely turn your world..."

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:44:37 -0500

““ Only once in your life, I truly believe, you find someone who can completely turn your world around. You tell them things that you’ve never shared with another soul and they absorb everything you say and actually want to hear more. You share hopes for the future, dreams that will never come true, goals that were never achieved and the many disappointments life has thrown at you. When something wonderful happens, you can’t wait to tell them about it, knowing they will share in your excitement. Never do they hurt your feelings or make you feel like you are not good enough, but rather they build you up and show you the things about yourself that make you special and even beautiful. You find strength in knowing you have a true friend and possibly a soul mate who will remain loyal to the end. Life seems completely different, exciting and worthwhile. Your only hope and security is in knowing that they are a part of your life.””

- Bob Marley (via quote-book) (via lastdancelove) (via switchingoff)

A few weeks back I was flipping through the tv and landed on a...

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:17:00 -0500

A few weeks back I was flipping through the tv and landed on a show that I rarely watch: Bridezillas. The reason I rarely watch this show is because it stresses me out. But this episode in particular caught me attention because I couldn’t even believe that there is a person that exists like this. She is psycho!! I don’t even understand why her fiance is marrying her! Watch the video. You won’t believe it. And if you can’t get enough of bride-Karen, a repeat of her episode is airing November 29 at 7 pm on WEtv. You should watch it. I bet that the whole time you are watching the episode your mouth is going to be open in disbelief.

"One is loved because one is loved. No reason is needed for loving."

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:02:24 -0500

““One is loved because one is loved. No reason is needed for loving.””

- Paulo Coelho

truth.

(via kari-shma) (via whileibreatheihope)

"You can’t change what you don’t acknowledge."

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:06:18 -0500

“You can’t change what you don’t acknowledge.”

- Dr. Phil

Sometimes he really gets on my nerves, and other times he just hits the nail right on the head.

Someday, I want this to be my home office. I’m addicted to...

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:00:02 -0500

Someday, I want this to be my home office. I’m addicted to Pottery Barn. I’m not gonna lie.

Here.

sweethomestyle: (via creativeinspiration) I want this whole...

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:57:57 -0500

sweethomestyle:

(via creativeinspiration)

I want this whole room. :)

“Because gratitude expresses courage, it spreads calm....

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:00:43 -0500

“Because gratitude expresses courage, it spreads calm. Calm of this kind is quite compatible with deep emotions. Join the truly compassionate ones who are calm and strong. From the stillness of your heart’s core reach out. Calmly hold someone’s hand today and spread calm.”

—David Steindl-Rast, OSB

Pumpkin Butter I think that this will make a WONDERFUL addition...

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:51:54 -0500

Pumpkin Butter

I think that this will make a WONDERFUL addition to the Thanksgiving spread. We usually get some delicious rolls to go with dinner, and this will give them a nice autumn flavor.

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/4 cup pumpkin puree

2 tsp dijon mustard

2 tsp dark brown sugar

1/4 tsp nutmeg

1/4 tsp ginger

1/4 tsp allspice

1/4 tsp cinnamon

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir until well-blended. Cover, and chill until ready to use. Refrigerate for up to three days.

"There’s no such thing as a grown-up. We move on, we move out, we move away from our families..."

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:58:35 -0500

“There’s no such thing as a grown-up. We move on, we move out, we move away from our families and form our own. But the basic insecurities, the basic fears and all those old wounds just grow up with us. And just when we think life and circumstances have forced us truly to become an adult, your mother says something like that. Or worse, something like that. We get bigger, we get taller, we get older. But, for the most part, we’re still a bunch of kids, running around the playground, trying desperately to fit in.I’ve heard that it’s possible to grow up, I’ve just never met anyone who’s actually done it. Without parents to defy, we break the rules we make for ourselves. We throw tantrums when things don’t go our way. We whisper secrets with our best friend, in the dark. We look for comfort where we can find it. And we hope against all logic, against all experience, like children, we never give up hope.”

- Meredith, from Grey’s Anatomy

I think this is one of my favorite monologues from the entire show. Why? Because it is so true.

Daniel Day-Lewis was on Oprah today for his new movie Nine. I...

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:29:12 -0500

Daniel Day-Lewis was on Oprah today for his new movie Nine. I love his accent and could just listen to him all day long…He is the first movie actor I’ve heard (in a long time) that really takes his art seriously. I enjoyed this interview a lot, so check it out.

Apple Compote - “This fruit-filled compote — a classic...

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:23:48 -0500

Apple Compote - “This fruit-filled compote — a classic Norwegian dessert — also makes a festive breakfast parfait when layered with plain or vanilla yogurt and butter-toasted cinnamon bread crumbs.”

Boil 4 pounds peeled and chopped Golden Delicious apples with 3/4 cup sugar, 1/2 cup golden raisins, 3/4 cup water, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 2 tablespoons spiced rum, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large pot. Reduce heat and simmer until apples are soft and mash easily, about 20 minutes. Cool and refrigerate up to 5 days.

"Don’t hold to anger, hurt or pain. They steal your energy and keep you from love."

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:05:20 -0500

“Don’t hold to anger, hurt or pain. They steal your energy and keep you from love.”

- Anonymous

"People always say that change is a good thing, but what it really means is that something that you..."

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:30:00 -0500

“People always say that change is a good thing, but what it really means is that something that you didn’t want to happen, has happened.”

- Kathleen Kelly, from You’ve Got Mail

Today is one of those days that I need something to cheer me up,...

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:59:37 -0500

Today is one of those days that I need something to cheer me up, and nothing does the trick like an adorable, fuzzy little puppy full of love, acceptance, and snuggles.

The Chipmunks singing Soulja Boy…I just CANNOT stop...

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:46:33 -0500

The Chipmunks singing Soulja Boy…I just CANNOT stop laughing listening to this. You HAVE to hear it…It’s freaking hilarious.

“A loving heart is the beginning of all knowledge.”...

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:09:38 -0500

“A loving heart is the beginning of all knowledge.”
—-Thomas Carlyle

Absolutely Best Brownies - ”This are the easiest and most...

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:07:17 -0500

Absolutely Best Brownies - ”This are the easiest and most delicious brownies that I have ever eaten. They are so moist and super quick and easy to make. For best results, use a Dutch processed cocoa. For less cake-like brownies, use all-purpose flour instead of self rising. “

Over 250 people on allrecipes.com have rated these brownies quite high so I think I’m going to make them. I REALLY love brownies…but I HATE when people make them with nuts. It just ruins a delicious brownie. The best thing to do with brownies? Take them out of the oven a couple minutes early so they’re extra gooey.

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup self-rising flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl, beat together the butter and sugar. Add eggs, and mix well. Combine the flour, cocoa and salt; stir into the sugar mixture. Mix in the vanilla and stir in walnuts if desired. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are firm. Cool before cutting into squares.

I'm a little nervous...

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:08:11 -0500

Today I am having my first MRI ever, and I’m a little scared.

I can be claustrophobic sometimes, so I hope that I can keep it together for however long I’m going to have to be in that little tube. My plan is to take my sleep mask and my favorite CD (since they’ll play whatever you want), and just try to pretend I’m in my own bed. I think if I put the mask on right away and don’t watch myself going in the tube, then I should be ok.

I’ve had a CAT-scan before, but that was pretty easy because it was just a little orb moving around my head. The MRI is a whole different story. I have a huge problem with migraines (as my amazing followers/readers know), and I’ve been trying lots of other medication that hasn’t been working, so now its time to REALLY make sure nothing else is going on.

My treat for going through with it? Maybe some yummy dinner somewhere and Cold Stone with my mom… :) Remember, us college kids need all the help we can get.

Any advice from those of you out there that have had MRI’s too?