Friday, July 29, 2011

No Ice Cream Maker Needed Method, 5 Ice Cream Recipes

It's been so hot in so many parts of the country that I'm sure you'll appreciate some ice cream recipes. I'm letting the "secret" out on how to convert any ice cream recipe so that you'll enjoy these even if you don't have an ice cream maker.
Keep cool and enjoy the weekend,



Click on the recipe titles.


  

No Ice Cream Maker Needed!
Make ice cream using this super easy method.






 

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Book: 100 Recipes Every Woman Should Know (Glamour Magazine)

Before I recycle my Glamour magazines, I always tear out the recipes. I will admit that I have never prepared anything, mainly because I usually end up misplacing the recipes or tossing them (while cleaning). So, I was surprised when I was flipping through a recent Glamour that I saw an advertisement for their book "100 Recipes Every Woman Should Know" by Cindi Leive and other Editors of Glamour.

Caramel Ice Cream Recipe



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Here's a recipe to help you (and me) beat the heat. I love to make homemade ice cream, and if you haven't tried it, you haven't realized how easy it is. It is much better tasting than most store-bought ice cream and much cheaper too. I love that I get to control the quality of my ingredients and try out all sorts of wonderful flavors I would not be able to buy from a brand.

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Treating Your Dog Doesn't Get Any Cooler with Frosty Paws!

Frosty Paws® Frozen Treats for Dogs Introduces New Frosty Paws BitesOAKLAND, Calif., July 26, 2011 -- Frosty Paws Frozen Treats for Dogs are a one-of-a-kind favorite with dogs of all sizes. The ready-to-eat cups of doggie ice cream, made with high quality protein, vitamins and minerals and no sugar, are a wholesome choice for a snack. Dogs can fetch either an original (Vanilla) or Peanut Butter

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

WW Linky: Okashi (Sweets) for Japanese Tea Ceremony

I have a Wordless Wednesday linky each week. Be sure to link your post below and to follow me if you want to easily find this weekly linky. This post is shared with Trish's Tea Party Tuesday, Donna's Tuesday Tea Chat, Martha's Tea Cup Tuesday,  Terry's Tea Cup Tuesday, Wordless Wednesday, What I Love Wednesday, Vintage Share the Love Wednesday, Woo Us To Your Blog, and Thursday-13.


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The Importance of Being a Journalist (Illustration)

Too bad a lot of reporters don't seem to grasp this understanding anymore.

Latest Obsession: Camo Jacket

Camo Jacket $79.00 Banana RepublicI've been looking for something a little different and a camo jacket is just perfect for the weekend. But make sure it's fitted so it doesn't make you look too boxy. I would pair it with a cute tank and shorts or a summer dress in white or pink. It would even look great with a Little Black Dress.The summer is a great time to take chances with fashion.

Monday, July 25, 2011

JCPENNEY DEMONSTRATES THE POWER OF A PENNY TO SUPPORT LOCAL YOUTH

Company Launches “pennies from heaven” to Inspire Donations for AfterschoolCause Marketing Campaign Debuts with Innovative Digital Experience and Backing from Design Partners Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley OlsenPLANO, Texas (July 20, 2011) — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) today announced that it is launching an inspiring new philanthropic initiative that invites customers in over 1,100 stores

Dessert Recipe Linky Party: Monday, Mmm ... Dessert

Happy Monday! Time to link up your dessert recipes.

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Friday, July 22, 2011

Sneak Peak of Lois Lane's New Boyfriend in Superman #1

According to DC Comics, Lois Lane's new boyfriend, Jonathan Caroll will be a co-worker at the Daily Planet. Lois will have a slightly different career as the new boss of the Daily Planet's TV and New Media Department. According to DC Entertainment Co-Publisher, Jim Lee (The New York Daily News), he thinks readers will have a soft spot for Clark when they see his reaction to Lois’ new boyfriend,

Thursday, July 21, 2011

News Bite: Man of Steel Pushed Back Until Summer 2013

by SuperHeroHype (superherohype.com)Warner Bros. Pictures has announced that Zack Snyder's Superman movie Man of Steel will be released in theaters on June 14, 2013 and not in December of 2012 as was previously believed.No other films have been scheduled for that date yet.Written by David Goyer and Jonathan Nolan, the anticipated film stars Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Diane Lane, Kevin Costner,

Vintage Recipe Thursday: Pineapple Ice Cream Recipe



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This pineapple ice cream can instantly transport you to Hawaii, even if you are going on a staycation. That's what flavors and scents do to us. One whiff of a certain perfume, and we are a child in the arms of our grandmother. One bite of pineapple and we are on vacation in Hawaii.

This recipe couldn't be any easier, just blend the ingredients together, pour into your ice

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

A Comic, DC Comics Should Do: Lois Lane, Girl Reporter

I'm in a Comic Book kind of mood and thought this would be interesting to post.by Style and Focus PRSomething truly different that DC Comics could really do, is to publish, "Lois Lane, Girl Reporter" written by Dean Trippe and artwork by Daniel Krall. Trippe was trying to pitch it to DC but they decided to pass on it. I can not understand why? It seems like it would appeal to a unique target

2 Summer Beauty Tips to Help Beat the Heat

** To keep my skin from being too shiny and yet still fresh, I use blotting paper. They're great because when it's too hot and the last thing I want to do is put on make-up, the blotting paper takes away the shine but doesn't dry out my skin. ** During the summer I keep my facial moisturizer, lotions and sunscreen in the refrigerator. I feel cool and ready to start the day especially if it's

Good News for Huntress Fans: DC Comics will feature Huntress in a New Miniseries.

DC Comics will be releasing a miniseries titled "The Huntress" starting in October. According to writer Paul Levitz, the series will feature Huntress going on the hunt in Italy. As a fan of the character I am glad that they didn't phase her out, like I had previously thought. I do have to say, I am not sold on the new costume or the way the character is drawn on the cover. Hopefully the suit and

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Wordless Wednesday Linky: I love decorative sugar tongs

This post is shared with Trish's Tea Party Tuesday, Donna's Tuesday Tea Chat, Martha's Tea Cup Tuesday,  Terry's Tea Cup Tuesday, Wordless Wednesday, What I Love Wednesday, Vintage Share the Love Wednesday, Woo Us To Your Blog. Be sure to link your Wordless Wednesday post below. I have a WW linky each week, so be sure to follow me if you want to easily find this weekly linky.

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What I'm Currently Reading: The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan

If you are a fan of fantasy books like Harry Potter or Percy Jackson, then you might be interested in The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan (who also wrote the Percy Jackson series). After reading a mystery book I wanted something a bit different. The Red Pyramid centers around an estranged brother and sister are trying to cope with the mysterious disappearance of their Egyptologist father. I'm on 70+

Monday, July 18, 2011

Joy of Desserts' Monday, Mmm...Dessert Recipe Linky Party

It's Joy of Desserts time. Time to link up your delicious dessert recipes.

Please remember common blog courtesy. Link to your post, not your blog so that readers can find your recipe even weeks and months from now. I link to you in my post, so please link to me in your post too. Enjoy visiting each other and discovering new blogs. This is what a linky party is all about.

This week's featured

Are Anne Hathaway and Amy Adams Miscast in the New DC Comics Superhero Movies?

Update: Man of Steel will not hit theaters until Summer 2013Anne Hathaway has mixed opinions from Batman fans regarding her for the role of Selina Kyle/Catwoman in "The Dark Knight Rises". Many think that she was miscast and only got the role because she was "Who's Hot" in Hollywood, which is similar to what fans are saying about Andrew Garfield who will be starring as the new "Spider-Man" in

Friday, July 15, 2011

Mayonnaise Hair Treatment Results.

Yesterday, I tried the mayonnaise hair treatment. The results were: my hair felt soft and I was surprised because I was expecting it to feel greasy or a little crunchy but it turned out so much better than I was expecting. The only thing I'd do differently next time, is to apply more. I have thick medium length hair and I wasn't sure I applied enough.I would say that this inexpensive treatment

Award: The Versatile Blogger

Marelie of Cookie Droplets has given me a Versatile Blogger Award. My sincere thanks to Marelie. If you haven't met her yet, hop on over there and you'll find lots of delicious Filipino food, both sweet and savory. Since the Philippines have many influences including French, Spanish, Chinese, American and more, you'll also get a world flavor. She often includes history of dish and background

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Recipe: French eclairs and cream puffs

Today is Bastille Day or French Independence Day so I thought I'd share a French dessert.  My Household Searchlight cookbook which I use each week for Vintage Recipe Thursday is definitely all-American.  There are very few foreign recipes and fewer French recipes, but I did manage to find cream puffs and eclairs.  You can click on the link for the Cream Puffs Recipe which I previously shared. 

What I'm Currently Reading: The Saturday Big Tent Wedding Party (The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency)

Although I'm only half-way through The Saturday Big Tent Wedding Party by Alexander McCall Smith, I can say that it is very good. The characters are very engaging and makes you want to know more about them. I can't put down this book until the mysteries are solved. I find "The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency" book series continues to be consist and wonderful to read. About the book:At a remote

Mayonnaise as a Hair Treatment: Yay or Nay?

I've always heard of using mayonnaise as a hair treatment, but never thought of trying it. So, today I'm going to see if it's an old wives tale or if it actually works.

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Latest Obsession: Summer Dresses

One of the easiest pieces to wear this summer is a dress, especially when it's sweltering outside. I love accessorizing them with jewelry, belts or fun scarves and if the temperature starts to go down, with sweaters, blazers or wraps. What's not to love about the summer dress? Nothing.ECI Scarf Print Charmeuse Babydoll Dress $98.00 NordstromFlowering Sundress $22.80 Forever21Floral & Scroll Print

Cookbook Review: The Fearless Baker, not just for beginners

Emily Luchetti has the reputation for being one of the best pastry chefs in the country and has received the James Beard Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef.

The San Francisco Chef has published another cookbook, The Fearless Baker.  This book is aimed at beginning bakers who might even be afraid of the whole prospect of being in the kitchen, but don't be put off by that if you are more

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

goodreads, A Social Networking Site for Book Lovers

If you love reading books (including comic books), then goodreads is the site for you. goodreads is a Free site where book lovers can join to find out about new books or older books you might of been thinking of reading. You can also review and rate a book or read other members reviews. You can also set up your own library which includes books you are currently reading, have read and plan to

What Do You Think About DC Comics New 52 Line-up?

I am disappointed that DC has made such drastic changes to all the characters and have "retired or removed" some of my favorite characters such as Stephanie Brown (Batgirl) and Helena Bertinelli (Huntress) just to name a few.I think the Reboot is nonsense because making all these changes is not going to garner all the new readers that they are hoping for. If they're not reading comics now, how

Wordless Wednesday: I love teacups with pedestals

This post is shared with Tea Party Tuesday, Martha's Tea Cup Tuesday,  Terry's Tea Cup Tuesday, Wordless Wednesday, What I Love Wednesday, Vintage Share the Love Wednesday, Woo Us To Your Blog.

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When I was a child in France my mom always drank her tea or coffee out of a teacup with an elegant  and uncommon square foot or pedestal.  It was given to her

Monday, July 11, 2011

Mmm ... Your desserts are awesome; Come link up each Monday

Monday, Mmm ... Dessert.  :-)  It's time to link up your dessert recipes, but first I want to highlight a few  posts from our last dessert recipe linky party.

Trish at Sweetology 101 has a great post with historical anecdotes, facts, beautiful pictures, delicious recipes and Anne Boleyn as the guest of honor.  You don't want to miss it, so be sure to hop over there if you haven't yet seen her

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Vintage Recipe Thursday: Peppermint Ice Cream Recipe



Peppermint Crush Ice Cream
Welcome back to Vintage Recipe Thursday.  Please link up your Vintage Recipes below.  If you have an extra post from last Thursday, please feel free to link that one too.

If you didn't see my previous post, Blogger was having more problems last week.  I was not able to post on Wednesday or Thursday, and I was finally able to get back into Blogger to post just minutes

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Wordless Wednesday: I love special teaspoons for my tea

This post is shared with Tea Party Tuesday, Martha's Tea Cup Tuesday,  Terry's Tea Cup Tuesday, Wordless Wednesday, What I Love Wednesday, Vintage Share the Love Wednesday, I Love Blogging Wednesday Blog Hop, and Welcome Wednesday, Thursday Thirteen.

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Those of us who enjoy the art and pleasures of tea love all the paraphernalia too.  Today, I am

Friday, July 1, 2011

Halloween Costume Ideas for Married Couples

Halloween Costume for Couples

Costumes for couples should help spark your creativity whether the Halloween costumes are for a romantic couple, a parent and child, or siblings.

Halloween Pumpkin

While pumpkins are usually the symbol for Halloween, they can also be used at Thanksgiving time when you find pumpkin crafts for kids that pertain to Thanksgiving. Gourds, pumpkins, and squash are in plentiful supply after Halloween and the Pilgrims and Indians used pumpkins in their Thanksgiving feast, so why not find Thanksgiving pumpkin crafts for kids?

Halloween Costume 2011

Halloween Day

Halloween originated from the festival of Samhain (from the Old Irish language samain) that celebrated ancient Celtic people. The festival of Samhain is a celebration of the end of the harvest season in Gaelic culture, and is sometimes called the "Celtic New Year". Celtic people who embraced paganism hereditary festival use the opportunity to slaughter livestock and food hoarding in preparation

Dracula at White House

Obamas celebrate Halloween WASHINGTON - The White House turns spooky Halloween just days. President of the United States (U.S.) and First Lady Michelle Obama celebrating with a change of the White House into a place filled with ghosts. On Sunday, October 31 evening local time, children aged six to 14 years, along with children of U.S. military families are invited to celebrate Halloween with

Creepy creatures at Halloween

Halloween or Hallowe'en is a tradition of celebration the night of October 31, and especially celebrated in the United States. This tradition comes from Ireland, and taken by the Irish who emigrated to North America. Children celebrated Halloween by wearing scary costumes and going from door to door asking neighbors or chocolate candy, saying "Trick or treat!" Speech is a kind of "threat" which

Halloween

 The banner reads "Happy Halloween" which contains a call to celebrate Halloween in some corner of the city mounted in Jakarta. Halloween was already part of the culture of the metropolis. The Europeans, Americans and several countries in the world celebrate Halloween every year on October 31. In the Western world, the day believed to be a "victory over the ghost", is eagerly awaited. Lay people