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(recap) How to keep those Homemade Christmas Cookies Fresh
Merry Christmas!
So you baked a bunch of cookies or someone gave you cookies as a gift, but homemade cookies don’t have all those preservatives in them to keep them fresh for long periods of time. So how do you keep those tasty treats good, for the 12 days of Christmas?
Add a slice of white bread to the top of the package they are in. This will absorb the air and moisture, and the bread will get stale not the cookies. Replace the bread with a new piece, once it starts to get hard. This will help keep the cookies lasting longer, and gives you a chance to eat them all; not throw them out. I can’t help you with the feeling of guilt, for eating them all, but I’ll offer you the assurance they were probably made with “love”, so enjoy the love.
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Many people this year have work and then, have a dinner they have to go to or maybe cooking themselves. Only plan a menu that you enjoy having. No one has fun in the kitchen with someone that’s freaking out and yelling. It’s supposed to be an event not a race. Sip your beverage, eat some appetizers and stir your gravy while spending time with family and friends.
Seeing all the friends and family; traveling is a big to do with the holidays, make sure you fill your tank before you get home to pick up everyone, or fill up on your way back from the nights festivities. Multitask the family if possible, invite one side to visit the other side of the family with you. It gives more time to visit. the more time on the road.
Christmas morning:
Wake up to having the coffee and mugs ready where you can just push start or add the heat. If you even want to, you can add your sugar and cream/milk in a mug, cover it with plastic and put it in the refrigerator the night before.
Have a breakfast prepped the night before too, if that’s a tradition. Most people complain of exhaustion after opening presents, but that’s really the start of your day, so pace yourself as best as you can.
Opening presents; put the kids to work. Have a trash bag ready and when the kids unwrap a gift make them take a pause to put the paper in the bag before or right after opening one present. This method is said to teach kids a patience, but I think it’s great idea in keeping the situation de-cluttered and not allowing presents to accidentally be thrown out. (been there, tearing open the bags to find something lost after cleaning up)
Christmas dinner:
Keep it as calm as you want it, if dinner is at your house, you set the tone. If it’s at someone elses house, well let them set the tone. Christmas cooking gets crazy when there’s too many hands in the pot, they say “it spoils the soup”.
Most important thing to remember is the meaning of your celebrations and be surrounded with those you want to be surrounded with. I hope you have a safe and happy holiday.
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“Young Flamenco Dancers In Beautiful Dress On Black Background†by nenetus. FreeDigitalPhotos.net
My private dance lesson with Jonathon is at 4:30 pm. I arrive a few minutes early so I can get in the right mindset. As I climb the gorgeous staircase to the main floor of The Blueball Room, I have the chorus of Tina Turner’s ‘Private Dancer’ stuck in my head. I smile as I see Jonathon finishing up another private dance with a stunning lift. Could I ever get to that level of dancing at this point in my life? I unload my stuff onto a chair and take a seat in the other to change out of my rain boots into heels.
Jonathon comes over to greet me as the sweat runs down his face.
“That looked amazing!†I gasp. “Could I ever do that?â€
He smiles as he wipes his forehead, “You can get to any level you are determined to. That’s the best thing about dance.†He takes a sigh, and then asks, “You ready for your lesson now?â€
I hop up with excitement, unsure of what my lesson is going to be all about.
It turns out my private lesson wasn’t going to be about lifts, it was going to be about perfecting what I’ve already become familiar with. Easy? Not at all.
My lesson starts with going through the basics I’ve worked on so far including tango, foxtrot, cha cha, and swing. Next we move onto frame. I thought I was holding my body properly, until Jonathon places a stick down my back, not allowing me to loose position. I then come to an understanding that my legs are actually long for my petite body, and I must extend them farther than I have been. Jonathon is over six feet, and his stride is long. I must be able to keep up. He teaches me the correct way to push off from my right to left leg. He also shows me where to place my weight with each step and turn. My body quickly begins to feel the heat, causing a healthy sweat and my legs feel the slight burn of a moderate paced jog.
Soon thereafter, the stick is taken away and I am on my own muscle memory. I glide with him across the floor while the owner Roseanna, smiles with approval at my progress. Before I know it my lesson has come to an end, and I am left feeling invigorated with another successful lesson under my belt. After each lesson, it always makes me think of two things, what they go through on Dancing with the Stars and what an incredible way to stay in shape while learning a new craft or hobby. The members of the company that stood by watching my transformation give me wonderful praise as I trot off the dance floor.
Blueball Room Dance Studio. Wilmington, DE
What a great gift to give myself. The gift of dance is something you could give yourself or a loved one. Get in touch with The Blueball Room for great package deals for group classes that include a private lesson.
Coming soon a collection of videos on my basic dances. To see them now like TipsfromTia.com on Facebook.
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Urban living, long office hours, traffic jams and crowded places have an ability to wear you out and make you feel a bit stressed. When you become a little overwhelmed by everyday responsibilities, it is the perfect opportunity to take a break and get lost in the wilderness. Going on a little vacation into the wild you will be able to recharge your batteries and heal your mind, body and soul. After all, they say that nature is not a place to visit; rather it is our true home. So in order to maximize your experience, remember these few tips:
Organization
The first and the most important thing about planning a trip into the wild is organizing everything properly. Camping in nature requires a lot of planning and coordinating. There are a lot of things you need to consider, starting from what kind of equipment to bring, how to pack economically but also how to regulate your basic needs and requirements. Because of this, it is really important to create a detailed plan before you set out on your adventure.
Shelter
When you decide you want to go back to your roots and experience nature more deeply, there is no better way to achieve this then to set up camp in the heart of the wilderness. Whether you are camping in a forest, an already set campsite or perhaps some other area depends completely on your personal preference. Just make sure you set up camp on a somewhat flat, durable and safe terrain. For maximum comfort you will definitely need a tent, a sleeping bag and a thick sleeping pad. Improvised pillows and blankets are also a good idea, especially if you are camping somewhere colder.
Food
There is no need to limit yourself only on canned food and sandwiches. Camping in nature allows you to prepare food in an old-fashioned manner, which gives it a special flavor. Cooking in the wilderness is best done using wood and coal. Local hardwood like oak and maple will surely contribute to the whole outcome of the meal. Also in order to avoid cooking directly in the fire, consider making a simple grill using only a grill grate and some coal and wood.
Equipment
When it comes to camping, less definitely is more. This means that you should strive to find the best way to pack lightly, not bring unnecessary items but also make sure that you do not lack anything. This might sound a bit problematic, but it is not impossible. Every camper needs some basic things such as cooking essentials, shelter and bedding necessities, toiletries and clothes. Of course, there are a lot of other needed items like bug repellant, first aid kit and a Scoutgard camera, which great characteristics makes it quite practical for filming the most amazing nature experiences.
Hygiene
Just because you are in the wilderness, that does not mean you will have to neglect your personal hygiene. There are a few things that you must not forget to bring with you on the trip. Hand sanitizer, wipes and even some hydrogen peroxide accompanied with cotton balls, toilet paper and towels are a must-have. If you are camping someplace near a river or a pond it is always a good option to dip in the water. Also, there are travel size bottles of soap, shampoo and toothpaste that are quite practical for vacationing in the wild.
Edward Abbey once said that wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit. Going back to the basics is something that every person needs in order to get in touch with his inner self. A vacation in the wilderness helps you withstand the chaos of everyday living.
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Stupid Tip of the Day: You Don’t Need to Water the Christmas Tree.
Well, this statement is only true if you have an artificial tree. Otherwise, adding fresh water to the tree stand is necessary every 24 hours. It may sound like high maintenance, but it’s worth it for those that prefer, the wonderful smell of pine and all the lovely traits of a real Christmas tree.
A real tree, absorbs a half to a gallon of water a day. Other methods, of keeping a longer life to the tree, is having the bottom of the trunk cut on an angle, instead of straight across.
There is still a debate on the effectiveness of adding an aspirin to the water of the tree stand, to benefit the longevity of the natural tree. Truth is, all I know is, it doesn’t hurt it, so why not add a pill to the water every or every other day. But, if you don’t have aspirin, you may not feel the rush to go out and get some.
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