Semi Homemade - Charro Beans
Those who know me know I'm not much of a cook :) Well that was before I became a single mom! Now, I love to cook! I love to figure out shortcuts and ways to blend spices and tastes. I love making things feel fresh and that I worked for hours in the kitchen! I actually learned that from my Pop-Pop many years ago! In honor of him, H.T. Sexton, I'm going to share one of my favorites that you can have with BBQ or mexican food. Charro Beans!
Add diced onion in your pot and splash some extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) as they beging to sauté. I also dash some spice to the onions. You can use season salt or Nature's Seasoning.
The Photo above is what I use. You'll need a can of pinto beans, fresh onion, fresh cilantro Pace Mild Chunky Salsa and optional green bell pepper. Next you dice the onion, when I buy the large can of beans I will use the whole onion. If I buy the small I use 1/2 of onion.
Add diced onion in your pot and splash some extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) as they beging to sauté. I also dash some spice to the onions. You can use season salt or Nature's Seasoning. Circus is Coming
The Circus is Coming to Town
What's the big deal in planning a carnival for a 4 year old birthday party. Everything especially if you are me! Ideas have been running crazy through my mind for the last 5 months. I also wanted to make sure that I would be able to help other moms take short cuts that I wish I would of thought about. So here is the approach I took and I hope it helps you.10-12 Weeks Out:
- Picked a Date -- I like before nap time for younger kids so that's my rule of thumb planning this party.
- Entertainment -- Especially clowns in smaller towns the more advance date you can give the bette. I found a local advertising book and asked friends for referrals.
- Venue -- I picked a venue that I could use both in and outdoors. I wanted to maximize the space in every aspect. However, I needed a backup plan in case the weather wasn't in my favor.
6-8 Weeks Out:
- Make a Guest List
- Invitations and Thank You's: Where to order? What to order or to print? I found my circus invitations and thank you cards on Etsy. I based all colors and finished theme around the invites.
Stay Tuned for part 2 of the circus!
Decorating with Fabric
Once Addison turned four, I wanted her room to transform from baby to toddler. I fell in love with the Fabler line from Ikea. I purchased the bedding and fabric to use as the base of her room.
So let's talk about fabric decorations. I purchased different size canvas and red polka dot tissue paper. I put the tissue paper on the canvas first with Modge Podge. After that dried I cut the fabric to wrap around the canvas. Once I found how I wanted it to look, I tucked it and stapled to the back.
It's that simple!! I hope you have fun with your projects.
So let's talk about fabric decorations. I purchased different size canvas and red polka dot tissue paper. I put the tissue paper on the canvas first with Modge Podge. After that dried I cut the fabric to wrap around the canvas. Once I found how I wanted it to look, I tucked it and stapled to the back.
It's that simple!! I hope you have fun with your projects.
Undercover Boss Fun
What a busy month!! I'm not sure how many of you watched Mr. Rooter Plumbing on "Undercover Boss" but how exciting was it to see my company featured.
This was a great success with over 10 million viewers who watched the show. I have never been more proud to work for The Dwyer Group and for a wonderful CEO and Chairwomen, Dina Dwyer-Owens. I told Dina she would be America's next sweetheart, and I believe she was just that! Our company has a strong foundation built around the Code of Values and we were able to show America that great companies still exist. I love what I do and who I do it for. Live RICH (Respect, Integrity, Customer Focused and Having Fun in the Process)!
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