tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52761888485183625672024-03-14T01:39:42.181-07:00Retrench NowUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-82325047892709344362016-06-01T12:13:00.002-07:002016-06-01T12:13:57.451-07:00Thred Up<div style="text-align: center;">
Gently-used & new clothing at bargain prices. You can also sell your name brand clothing to them.</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-35609972326500267632014-11-27T22:29:00.000-08:002014-11-27T22:29:20.050-08:00Free Digital Christmas Album<h2 style="text-align: center;">
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-62227624465214910802014-11-08T23:12:00.001-08:002014-11-15T19:36:57.185-08:00Inspiration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-62137091257830245992014-08-23T16:38:00.004-07:002014-08-23T16:39:54.451-07:00FIRST AID KITRecently I came across an old list of what to put in a first aid kit. Good to have on-hand, but it takes a bit to compile it all. Here is the list:<br />
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FLASHLIGHT/BATTERIES</div>
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2 COMPRESS DRESSINGS</div>
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BANDAIDS</div>
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ADHESIVE CLOTH TAPE</div>
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5 ANTI-BIOTIC OINTMENT PACKETS</div>
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5 ANTISEPTIC WIPE PACKETS</div>
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2 PACKS ASPIRIN</div>
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BLANKET</div>
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1 BREATHING BAMER</div>
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SOAP/SANITIZER</div>
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1 INSTANT COLD COMPRESS</div>
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2 PAIR GLOVES</div>
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2 HYDROCORTIZONE OINTMENT PACKETS</div>
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1 ROLLER BANDAGE</div>
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SCISSORS</div>
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5 STERILE GAUZE PADS, 3X3, 4X4</div>
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ORAL THERMOMETER</div>
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2 TRIANGULAR BANDAGES</div>
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TWEEZERS</div>
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FIRST AID BOOK</div>
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1 IBUPROFIN</div>
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SAFETY PINS</div>
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CALAMINE LOTION</div>
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ALCOHOL WIPES</div>
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WIPES</div>
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ICE PACK</div>
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CHILD COLD MEDICINE</div>
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5 BURN RELIEF PACKS</div>
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EYE WASH SOLUTION</div>
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TUMS</div>
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PERSONAL MEDICATION</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-16073688195852294862014-08-06T17:24:00.001-07:002014-08-06T17:25:09.058-07:00Bigger Tiny<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I adore this kitchen! Simple yet beautiful.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.lincolnbarbour.com/work/tiny-house/#13">Click for more</a> on this bigger-tiny home.</span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-44808489768417630602014-07-29T22:31:00.001-07:002014-08-01T18:05:01.009-07:00Tiny: A Story of Living Small<div style="text-align: center;">
TINY: A STORY OF LIVING SMALL<br />
<a href="http://vimeo.com/ondemand/tiny">TRAILER: http://vimeo.com/ondemand/tiny</a><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-60789744108339620432014-06-14T23:56:00.001-07:002014-06-14T23:56:37.524-07:00VisionsHere I am still trying to weed through the clutter in my home and I tell you, it is HARD to get rid of things. I have already taken 2 car loads to Goodwill and haven't even made a dent in the rest of it.<br />
Like children at Christmas have visions of sugar plums, I have visions of this ~<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-17177679936757393702014-04-19T18:43:00.001-07:002014-05-01T19:53:27.118-07:00Thrift Finds - What 5 Dollars Can Get YouToday on the way home from running errands, I stopped at a yard sale late in the day and came away with a sewing maching just like this one for 5 dollars. <br />
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It works and I've been wanting to find one at a good price. Can't beat 5 dollars so it came home with me. If anyone knows anything about the make/model, etc, I'd love to hear from you.<br />
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What did you find for 5 dollars thrifting today?<br />
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<a href="http://southernhospitalityblog.com/april-thrifty-treasures/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+southernhospitalityblog%2FPQqu+%28Southern+Hospitality%29">MORE THRIFT FINDS OVER AT SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY'S THRIFTY TREASURES</a><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Looks like a fun project to try, for very little money. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">I am also adding her blog to my retrench links at the bottom of this page.</span></span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-51337204044662003902014-03-15T23:51:00.003-07:002014-03-15T23:53:36.482-07:00THRIFTING - Little Floral Coin Purse<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-46817754368042589382014-03-09T00:34:00.002-08:002014-03-09T00:45:59.660-08:00They Don't Tell YouIn living simple class, they don't tell you that the first thing you will need to do is get rid of clutter. They also don't tell you that you will get rid of the first round and that is only the start. There will be many more goes at it and it still won't be right.<br />
You'll wonder how you can live without something and debate whether to keep it or not. Over and over. I am still on the first page of decluttering and it's getting old! Shredding papers has been an ongoing process. Taking bag after bag of clothing to Goodwill frees up needed closet space, but sometimes you feel you are in the mire of clutter quicksand and there is no way out.<br />
I'll get here, eventually!<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-63835239091666491222014-02-27T18:33:00.001-08:002014-02-27T18:33:35.970-08:00Thoreau Fundraiser Part of the mission of Retrench Now (if we have a mission), is giving back. Living simply and choosing to give back to help where you can, on things that are important to you. We have so much, it is always nice to share your time, talent, funds, etc, when you can are are moved to do so.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i>Here is a great way to give back! </i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i>From an email I received recently by the Thoreau Society: </i></span><br />
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</i><i>Starting on March 3, 2014, The Thoreau Society and The
Thoreau Farm Trust will be auctioning off a number of fun and unique
items to bid on to raise money for our organization - and the more items
we have the more money we can raise, so we're asking for your help.<br /><br />Show your support by clicking on the "Donate Items" button to contribute to our catalog. Runs MARCH 3-27th.<br /><br /><strong>Give a little and get a lot in return.</strong> <br />Whether
you have 1 item or 100 to contribute, your participation is an
invaluable part of our fundraising efforts. By donating an item or
service directly online, you'll be helping to raise money for our
organization, and you'll receive a mention on our site that can link
back to your own web page.</i><br />
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<a href="https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/item/browse.action?auctionId=208789932">BIDDING FOR GOOD AUCTION SITE (DONATE OR BUY ITEMS) </a></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-29855959654210836522014-02-23T16:45:00.000-08:002014-02-23T16:45:15.718-08:00Package DealSomething that the last post made me think of today was how I need to stock more basics in the pantry. Things such as flour, sugar, oil, oatmeal, etc, to have on hand for baking and cooking. This week I will be adding in more of these items in my shopping cart and baking something to go in the freezer for a quick thaw out snack later on this week.<br />
<b>Trying to get away from pre-packaged food is hard,</b> especially for those of us who have eaten this way for years. I am not proud of it, but these are the facts and I know I'm not alone.<br />
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Questions I am asking myself this week:<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-large;">1) Do I have enough ingredients on-hand to bake a simple batch of homemade cookies?</span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-large;">2) Do I have enough basic items in the pantry that I could cook 2-3 meals from them in the week?</span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-large;">3) Do I need to change shopping habits to stock more basics and do I even use the ones I already have on hand? If not, how can I start using them?</span></i><br />
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Homemade takes longer, but is less expensive and more importantly tastes better. And you know what's in it because you made it yourself. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-50177812369711495672014-02-21T16:59:00.004-08:002014-02-21T17:08:44.898-08:00Food For Thought - Slow Food Movement<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><i>Saw this on the "Coffee Tea Books and Me" blog and found it to be an excellent resource. It's a starting point discussion for a lot of ideas that make good sense. </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><i>Basically, it's about cooking and buying foods like Grandma used to do, with local and fresh ingredients, no pre-packaged foods. Hopefully it's some food for thought for us all.</i></span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-58100108071195964102014-02-09T12:23:00.002-08:002014-02-11T17:08:41.773-08:00Lifestyle<div style="text-align: center;">
Right now I am reading Suzanne McMinn's book about her life on a farm and becoming a farmer. On page 93, it reads,<span style="font-size: large;"> <i><b>"Living frugally and simply is about more than saving money. It's a lifestyle that permeates your entire home."</b></i> </span> </div>
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I love that quote and it's right where I am at, at the moment. Available for purchase at <a href="http://chickensintheroad.com/">Chickensintheroad.com/</a></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-68710220302265563702014-01-25T11:58:00.002-08:002014-01-25T11:59:09.972-08:00My Favorite Tiny House Yet<a href="http://minimotives.com/"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>http://minimotives.com/</b></span></span></a><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-63367993531018865942014-01-25T10:45:00.003-08:002014-01-25T11:39:58.168-08:00The Tiny House Family<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.tinyhousefamily.com/">http://www.tinyhousefamily.com</a></span></span><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Another gorgeously small house. </span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The family are building a larger home on their property and will use the tiny house as a bed and breakfast when the big home is completed. They have a large lot that they bought first and then built on. Check out their blog to see what they are learning from this experience. </span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-70367481230752039852014-01-12T19:56:00.003-08:002014-01-12T19:57:37.968-08:00Egg Substitutes For Cooking and BakingUsing Flax Seed: <br />
For each egg needed, place in blender: <br />
1 heaping tablespoon of whole organic flax seed, blend until it becomes a
fine meal. Add 1/4 cup cold water blend 2-3 minutes until thickened and
has the consistency of eggs. Each 1/4 cup of Flax seed mixture will
replace one egg in baking <br />
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Using Gelatin: <br />
Before starting recipe for cookies, cake etc... Combine 1 tsp unflavored
gelatin with 3 tblsp cold water and 2 tblsp plus 1 tsp boiling water.
This mixture will substitute for 1 egg in a recipe. <br />
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Using Tofu: <br />
Tofu is great for egg substitutions in recipes that call for a lot of
egg (like quiches). To substitute for only one egg in a recipe, whip 1/4
cup tofu and add to your cooking. <br />
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1 whole egg = 2 tbsp water and 1 tbsp oil and 2 tsp baking powder. <br />
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To make one egg use 2 tbsp water and 2 tsp baking powder. <br />
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To make one egg white, dissolve 1 tblsp plain agar powder in 1 tblsp water. Whip, chill and whip again. <br />
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1 heaping tblsp soy powder and 2 tblsp water = 1 egg. <br />
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1 tblsp soy milk powder and 1 tblsp cornstarch and 2 tblsp water = 1 egg. <br />
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One average size banana = one egg, adds flavor to product. Product may be gummy. <br />
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1/4 cup soymilk in place of each egg. <br />
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3 tablespoons pureed fruit = 1 egg. <br />
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Substitute 3 tablespoons mayonnaise for each egg called for in a recipe. <br />
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1 egg white is 1 tablespoon of meringue powder plus 2 tablespoons warm water; 8-10 egg whites = 1 cup <br />
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1/4 teaspoon agar powder and 1/4 cup lukewarm water and 1 teaspoon low
sodium baking powder . Whisk all ingredients together well before adding
to recipe . <br />
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1/2 tablespoon agar flakes and 1/4 cup water and 1 teaspoon low sodium
baking powder- In a large microwave safe container, combine water and
agar with top on cook on high in microwave for 45 seconds. Carefully
remove container from microwave and whisk baking powder into mixture.
Use caution, the baking powder causes a rapid expansion of the liquid
and has a tendency to foam over. <br />
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2 tablespoons liquid (room temperature water or milk or substitute) and 1
tablespoon potato starch or tapioca starch and 1 /2 tablespoon
shortening and 3 /4 teaspoon low sodium baking powder. <br />
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1 tablespoon any mild flavored oil + 1 tablespoon apple cider or wine
vinegar or lemon juice and 1 teaspoon low sodium baking powder and 1
teaspoon potato starch or cornstarch or arrowroot + enough carbonated
water[plain soda water) to equal a total of 1 /4 cup . Combine all
ingredients in a medium size bowl to allow room for the ingredients to
increase in volume as baking soda and vinegar react. Whisk, then add per
mix or recipe instructions. <br />
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1 tsp of arrowroot powder + 1 tsp of water, sometimes you may want to
add a little extra milk or water or oil to make up for the bulk that you
would get with a real egg. Good for pancakes and waffles. <br />
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As bad as this may sound 15 ml (0.51 oz) Vinegar = 1 egg. Mainly used in
baking, products will stale quickly, use within four days. Freeze until
used. Adds flavor to product. Product may be gummy. <br />
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1 tsp yeast dissolved in 1/4 cup warm water = 1 egg. <br />
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Xanthan Gum. <br />
Mix about 1/4 tsp. with about 1/4 cup of water. Let stand. It thickens,
and can be whipped like an egg white. It's okay to replace one egg. <br />
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Egg Yolk Substitute: <br />
Mix 2 cups water and 1 cup flour in a blender until thick. Cook in a
double boiler 45-60 minutes. With a mixer, whip in 2 Tbsp. cooking oil
and 1/4 tsp salt. use 2 or 3 Tbsp. for binder in hamburgers or meat
loaf. <br />
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Egg White Extender: <br />
Add 1 tsp cold water to 2 egg whites. Makes 3 egg whites. <br />
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And Now For Something Completely Different, But Works: <br />
Snow can be used as an excellent substitute for eggs in puddings,
pancakes, etc. Two heaping tablespoons snow will take the place of 1
egg, and the recipe will turn out equally well. Use fresh-fallen snow or
the under-layers of older snow. The ammonia in snow imparts to its
rising properties, and the exposed surface of the snow loses ammonia by
evaporations very soon after it has fallen. <br />
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Low Cholesterol Egg Substitute Recipe: <br />
1 tablespoon of nonfat dry milk powder <br />
2 egg whites from large eggs <br />
4 drops of yellow food color <br />
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Sprinkle powdered milk over egg whites, then beat them with fork until
smooth. Add food color, and beat until blended. This makes one-fourth
cup, which is equal to 1 large egg. If you use this homemade substitute
for scrambled eggs, cook it in vegetable oil or margarine so the eggs
won't be too dry. <br />
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Best For Baking: <br />
Try substituting 1 banana or 1/4 cup apple sauce for each egg called for
in a sweet, baked recipe. These will flavour the recipe, however, so
make sure banana or apple will taste good in it. <br />
This is the one most often used in baking; it's really only good for
recipes that call for 1 or 2 eggs. To make one egg use 1 tsp Ener-G Egg
Replacer powder + 2 tbsp water. It's made from potato flour and other
vegan leaveners, this powder can be found in most health food stores.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Source: Yahoo from a user named "Been There Done That" </i></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-17584420424197928542014-01-03T19:01:00.001-08:002014-01-03T21:59:09.071-08:00Tiny House<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">When I first saw this picture, I immediately thought of Thoreau's cabin at Walden. I think he'd approve of this <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><a href="http://www.viralnova.com/tiny-house/">little house</a>.</b></span> I love it myself!</span> </div>
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Click the link to read about it.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-35814949977653759682013-12-04T21:02:00.000-08:002014-01-03T23:05:17.727-08:00Gas Up the Car<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">*No cash on hand when I needed it for sundry items</span></span></div>
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These are just a few of the ways the storm took me off guard. And it was only 2 days.</div>
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What would you do if you couldn't leave your home for a week or more. We never have to think about these things because most of us live in proximity to stores and convenience stores. What if they ran out of supplies. How long could you go just being at home?</div>
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This storm made an impact on me and how I need to plan for another storm event. Got to get with it!</div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-30547225473168011542013-11-29T12:26:00.003-08:002013-11-29T12:26:53.187-08:00Rethinking "Black Friday"What would Thoreau make of "Black Friday" do you think? I for one, have rethought the annual trekking out on the Friday after Thanksgiving and have given it up as not worth the time or energy.<br />
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I know there are steals and deals to be found. Why not find them online instead. Make life easy for yourself; there are many independently run online shops out there who would love to have business too, and many of them offer "black friday" coupons.<br />
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Shop throughout the year at yard sales (new items or gently used vintage items), or the many clearance sales that pop up from time to time. Plan ahead so you can enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday with those you love. It is simply the best. Here are 5 things that might make you rethink "Black Friday:"<br />
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<b><i>1) Shop online for deals</i></b><br />
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<b><i>2) Check for coupon codes before checking out; places like Bed, Bath, Beyond" or Old Navy often offer coupons online, and it only requires that you find them. Type in "Old Navy Coupon Codes" in search and see what you find. Add the code as you check out and save.</i></b><br />
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<b><i>3) Shop at yard sales for new or gently-used items, you'll be amazed at what you find that people are getting rid of.</i></b><br />
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<b><i>4) Shop at Goodwill for the same reason as number 3.</i></b><br />
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<b><i>5) Plan ahead, no need to scramble.</i></b><br />
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use code "BNRPARTY" at checkout for 20% off!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-29145149449126024482013-11-14T23:04:00.000-08:002013-11-14T23:04:22.994-08:00It's Been Awhile<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">It's been awhile. I got to the point here that I felt like I didn't really have much to say or offer on this blog. But I've changed my mind, and am bringing at least the link back because there might be something, even a small thing, that might help someone. That someone may be only me, but<i> retrenching now </i>has never been more important to people, real people for such a time as this. These girls had to retrench. </span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">I hope you find something here, too.</span></span></div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5276188848518362567.post-77612559502854885922012-07-13T00:05:00.000-07:002012-07-13T00:13:45.172-07:00Stretching Cat Litter<br />
Those who have felines at home will know that when you run out of litter and don't have any more, its a hassle to make a trip out to get some. It is also expensive. I recently read this excellent <b><a href="http://petcaretips.net/cat-litter-alternatives.html">article</a></b> of ways to save money on litter. I will be trying out some of the ideas shown in the article.<br />
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Right now, I am working on my own idea of shredded paper combined with (Champion Breed) litter to stretch it a bit. <br />
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