Archive for August, 2008

The most fun party

Posted by cindylouh on Aug 29 2008 | Uncategorized

and the easiest!  A Shrimp Boil

My niece says it is her favorite meal!

This is probably the most requested meal when all of our family gets together and it is a favorite among friends too.

Everyone leaves with a full tummy and great memories!

Please go here for complete instructions with pictures.

Here is a printable shopping list and instructions!

So if you are looking for a fun party idea for labor day that requires very little labor (no dishes) give a shrimp boil a try!

….and if you really want to party, we like to serve these awesome Margaritas(for adults only) at our Shrimp Boil

Simple and Delicious Margaritas

1 12 oz. can of frozen limeade
12 oz. 7-UP or Sprite (just fill up limeade can to measure)
12 oz. Tequila (again that limeade can is handy)
1 12 oz. Corona or Tecate Beer

Mix and serve over ice! Oh my these are good!

Have a great weekend!

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On the agenda–

Posted by cindylouh on Aug 28 2008 | Blog giveaways

to get organized. I think I could do it with the Kitchen Folio or the All-In-One Folio .

This thing not only looks good but could possibly be the ticket to getting me organized (yes, I can get organized– for you close friends that were just rolling your eyes)! I think the best part about Mom Agenda is that when you go to their site you are able to download the pages for your Folio, fill them out, print them off then place in your pretty book.  These clever agendas were invented my a mom, so she knows my pain!  Well one of you lucky readers will be able to benefit from my quest for organization by winning a Kitchen Folio! Please leave a comment (and if you want— a tip, website or advice to get me organized) by Sunday at midnight to enter!

Mom Agenda is also giving everyone a special offer.  You may use the coupon code  FREEMOM for free shipping on your order of $75 or more. This offer is good until 10/1/08.

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Today is Nie Nie Day

Posted by cindylouh on Aug 28 2008 | Uncategorized

This sweet blogger and her husband were in a plane crash.  There are over 165 fabulous auctions to help raise money for their medical bills and long recovery.  If you would like to share your love please visit Design Mom for details.

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What’s for dinner?

Posted by cindylouh on Aug 27 2008 | Uncategorized

Oh I need to get organized and have a plan! In the past I have been really happy and satisfied with SavingDinner.com.  There is no thinking involved!  For a fee you are emailed a set of recipes each week along with a shopping list.   I especially like the freezer meals from Saving Dinner. The ones for the grill are really great. I also like that I can choose a menu by dietary need —heart healthy, low carb .  You can even choose by which hemisphere you live in. She even has holiday menus!  One of the biggest benefits is that her recipes use a wide variety of meats, vegetables and fruits so it keeps us eating a really varied diet and keeps my kids trying new things.  But most important, all week long I can always answer that big question, “What’s for dinner?”  For some reason I have fallen off the wagon—so I am hopping back on.

If you would like to give saving dinner meals a try  then leave a comment by Friday at midnight and one lucky reader will receive a free 5 for the Freezer meal plan from  Saving Dinner!

I am also anxious to try Stacy’s recommendation for You’ve Got Supper! This service is free.

I have my recipes and shopping list printed and I am off to the store!  Have a great day!

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Crafty Giveaways

Posted by cindylouh on Aug 27 2008 | Uncategorized

Head on over to Vanilla Joy to enter in some fabulous giveaways!  My fingers are crossed that I will win the Cricut!!!!!

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