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Posted on November 24, 2016 Leave a Comment
Chaotic
Chaotic at times, I was still able to finish my portion of Thanksgiving dinner by noon. Last year, our children were younger and slept in later. Then, I was able to complete Thanksgiving dinner by 9am. The link for the three recipes are included at the bottom of my blog😄. Our children wanted to help out today especially when it came to using flour to make the sweet potato-gnocchi. I will cut gnocchi in smaller sizes next time. I am not a big fan of dumplings; however, sweet potato gnocchi is pretty good. I did add brown sugar to butter sauce.
Our son found a dessert recipe on Hobby Kids T. V. Got a glimpse of it yesterday and was pretty simple for our children to make. The dessert is made up of cool whip and your favorite flavor of yogurt. Our son’s favorite yogurt is cherry.
So, I am not a big fan of peas, yet, I do like trying different recipes. I used Guy Fieri’s Prosciutto and peas recipe as noted in previous posts. Great taste ..Another option instead of just peas. I will definitely try it again. I left out the lemon zest and may add it tomorrow.
I purchased lamb chops and cooked the chops in a slow cooker. The lamb is so tender and falling off the bones. Next time, I will probably add vegetables last. I did add red bell pepper last. I like my veggies somewhat fresh and a bit of a crunch, and I was trying to follow the original recipe as much as possible .
I had my doubts about making the three recipes for Thanksgiving and thought about fixing the recipes at a later date. Glad I followed through. We ate with family and friends at another house. It took me one time to crave Turkey and dressing and not have any at home. So, ever since then, I cook a little something at home at every major holiday. Our daughter wanted a piece of lamb before our travels, and she said it was good. I also cooked greens, dressing, and other traditional items. Here is the link to all three recipes
http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/guys-big-bite/1900-series/wham-bam-thank-you-lamb.html
Hope your Thanksgiving was full of love and good food!
Timika
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Anticipation
Posted on November 24, 2016 2 Comments
In eager anticipation, I am ready to finish my Thanksgiving meal. I am more than halfway done with the meal. As noted in a previous post, I am trying a recipe of Guy Fieri’s which is Balsamic Leg of Lamb, sweet potato gnocchi, and peas and prosciutto.
I will be using a slow cooker instead of a pressure cooker for the Lamb. This will be my first time using prosciutto in a recipe and cooking Lamb in a slow cooker. The gnocchi looks easy to make. I made sure I recorded Guy cooking the meal and I know I will be pressing pause and play often in the morning.
Normally, I would be sleep now….I guess I am so elated to try this new recipe…I hope it turns out okay…..!!
Timika
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Freedom from Apology
Posted on November 23, 2016 Leave a Comment
Freedom from Apology
I am going to be the best,
That I can be,
With or without an apology.
I am worthy and deserve respect,
There is no one who can deny that fact.
Who I am and who I become is my responsibility,
I am the Captain in the driver’s seat.
I release my anger, fear, and guilt,
Resentment, shame, and tension.
After all that I have been through,
They deserve to be mentioned.
Yet, I cannot sit here and deny,
All the pain I had inside.
Today, I choose to let go of the pain,
Mentally and spiritually drained,
I allowed the pain to weigh me down,
I gave you my power and was left with a frown.
I was blinded by the anger and bitterness,
I could not see the purpose in all of it
It was more than just an apology to me.
See, I wanted you to know that you hurt me.
I, now, know I have a divine right
To enjoy my life with all my might.
So, I forgive all the perceived wrongs
Done to me,
I must let them go and set myself free,
Because I am going to be,
The best that I can be,
With or without your apology.
Timika
Timika S Chambers 