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Lunch with Groovin Moms

We both love hummus on a sandwich instead of mayo or mustard…..change things up!!!

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Hummas Recipe
1 15oz can chick peas – rinsed & drained
Drizzle Olive Oil
3 TB lemon juice
1 Garlic clove
1tp Salt
Chopped Fresh Parsley
1/2 cup sesame seeds – optional
Combined all ingredients in food processor – cover and pulse until combined.
11 days til Christmas 🙂

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Peroxide And The Grout

Grout no matter how many times  you wash it after awhile it begins to look really YUCKY

Peroxide to the rescue    

 

 

 

I continued spraying my bathroom tile grout with a solution of water and peroxide and I can honestly say the grout looks so much better and cleaner…Here’s to Peroxide and the Grout….

 

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Plan To Party

I love to invite family and friends over to my home.  Over the years,  we all got assigned a holiday.  I got New Years Day.  I don’t like to go out New Years’ Eve, I spend the night with my mom and who ever else wants to drop by.  We order in and drink champagne and I get to watch as many Twilight Zones episodes as I can before someone  starts complaining.  I start planning for New Years’ Day around now.  I start shopping around for sales on everything from paper plates and napkins, cups …..canned goods too….peanuts, beans, artichokes, olives, roasted peppers..and champagne…soda…water..  I always look for filet mignon on special…..the best buy I think, there is no waste, so easy to prepare  and everyone seems to like it.  I get a 5 lb one and freeze it…..frozen raw shrimps too…..always a sale just have to keep a sharp eye out.  A day before the party I get the fresh vegtables, salad stuff, bread and cold cuts and cheese.  

So you might ask…..why entertain at home?

It is an opportunity to nurture relationships.  When you invite guests into your home, you are inviting them into your personal space and offering them an invitation to connect with you and vice versa.

It is a way for you to socialize with family and friends whenever you want to…..you can make it happen.

It is an economical alternative to hosting a party in a public venue.  Control costs by setting a time, style and menu that fits your budget.

It is good for you (and your guests).  It is a proven fact that people who socialize more are healthier mentally, emotionally and physically than those who do not.  Laughter is good medicine…..so have some fun.

It is  a liberating experience to have a successful party in your home.  You have complete control and creative license over all aspects of your party.  It also builds your self confidence as you realize that you can be a great host.

It is fulfilling and satisfying to experience partying with a purpose – nurturing relationships and forging new ones – what a fun way to enrich your lifestyle.

13 days before Christmas!
My daughter Vera, passed this book to me and I just love it….I hope you do too.

 

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I’m Dreaming of A White Chocolate Martini

Happy Holidays!

 

  • 2 shots vanilla vodka
  • 2 shots white chocolate liqueur
  • 1/2 shot chocolate liqueur
    marashino cherries

 

 

Add the first three  ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into martini glass.  Add one or two cherries. Makes 2 drinks

14 days til Christmas

Martini photo source: idrink

 

Love this cocktail shaker set……remember shaken – not stirred 🙂

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Guinness World Records 2012 – Officially Amazing

Reading through the new Guiness World of Records 2012 book can change even a rainy day into an amazing day!!  Share hours of family fun together.   The worlds’  biggest, fastest and most extraordinary are revealed in this beautiful book. Lets’ have some fun – Do try this at home – you may get in the book –  here is what you need – 20 pairs of socks (preferably clean!) Most socks sorted and hung in one minute (team of 2).  The most socks sorted and hung in one minute is 19 pairs and was achieved by Melanie Truby and Kimberly Brewer (both from the United Kingdom) on August 14, 2011.  For this record, each pair of socks must be different colors and patterms.  No two pairs may be the same!

Let the fun begin!

 To learn  more record-breaking facts visit:   http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/

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16 days til Christmas 🙂