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I'm a single stay at home mom. My son is now 2 1/2 years old! Before my son was born I had been working in childcare centers for over 12 years, and have had a hand in raising 300+ children along the way. ! I Love children, they are what keeps me young !

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Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: No-bake holiday desserts and treats: 1 of 9
Layered Strawberry, Chocolate Mousse Delight! Serves 12 (Prep & time total: 20min)1 1/2 cups of Cold milk1 pkg. Jello instant Chocolate pudding (4 serving pkg.)2 cups Cool Whip Topping, thawed & divided16 Fudgee-o or Oreo cookies3 cups of fresh, sliced StrawberriesPreparation*Pour pudding mix into a large bowl, add 1 ... More..
Food & Drink > Beef, Pork & Meat Recipes Recipes: Easy meals with one pound of ground beef: 8 of 50
*Sweet Shepherds Pie* Makes 4-6 servings1lb lean ground beef6 Medium potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes1 can of creamed corn 1 cup each corn nibblets, and frozen peas1 cup shredded cheese (marble, cheddar, any kind you like)2 tbsp of butter or margarine 1/2 cup of milk1/2 tsp each, salt & pepper, garlic powder, and celer... More..
Food & Drink > Food & Drink (Other) Cooking to please others: 3 of 18
I have worked in childcare for over 12 years, throughout those years, I have worked with many different children of many different ages. When it comes to meal time, I have picked up a few ways to make those meal time battles a bit easier.... On EVERY BODY!If your baby 5 months and up is cutting teeth, give them a frozen green... More..
Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Oatmeal cookies: 3 of 17
OATMEAL ORANGE COOKIES (Makes 2 Dozen) INGREDIENTS:1 Cup Flour1 Cup Sugar1 1/2 Cups Rolled Oats2 tsp Baking Powder1/2 tsp Salt1/2 tsp Nutmeg1/2 Cup Shortening (softened)1 Lg Egg2 tbsp Orange Rind (grated)2 tsp Orange Juice DIRECTIONS:A) Pre heat oven 375fB) Sift flour into a large bowl. Add Sugar, baking powder, nutmeg & ... More..
Food & Drink > Seafood Recipes Recipes: Haddock and other white meated fish: 3 of 16
Creamy Mushroom Haddock with Rice and Veggies3-5 haddock fillets (You can use any white fish, be sure to remove any bones)1 Can Cream of Mushroom Soup1/2 cup 2%milk2 cloves fresh garlic, chopped1/2 tsp of Dill Weed1 tsp Celery Salt, parsley2 Green Onions, Separate top from bottoms(chop bottoms small, and slice tops, set aside... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Great appetizers: 14 of 56
Green Onion Appetizers: Makes about 2 dozen4 whole green onions, (including tops) finely minced1 Clove Garlic, finely minced1/2 cup Parmesan cheese6 Tbs Sour Cream or plain Yogurt2 dozen Trisket CrackersStir green onions, garlic cheese, and sour cream until well blended,Spread cheese mixture on Trisket or melba cracker.Place ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Post partum depression, "the baby blues": 2 of 8
Walking Buddies (Get one, or more)February 15/08 My son Evan is just 3 days away from being 1 year old. As I reflect on the events of the past year. I am grateful for the great friends I have made since the birth of my son! Evan too, has made many good friends. (it's kinda funny because he's only one, lol.) But the truth is w... More..
Food & Drink > Soup & Stew Recipes Recipes: Chicken soup: 6 of 22
What to do with those left over chicken bits, from your roast chicken dinner? Have no fear, the best chicken soup in the world is here!My homemade chicken soup has been referred to many, many time as the best chicken soup EVER, by almost every body who tastes it ! The other day my boyfriend told me that he had a confession to... More..
Food & Drink > Poultry Recipes Recipes: Chicken pot pie: 4 of 13
CHICKEN POT PIE (Quick & Easy, prep time: 15min total time: 30min)(serves 4-6 )Ingredients:1 cup shredded cheese (make it your favourite)1 pkg instant mashed potatoes3 cups Frozen Mixed Veggies (rinsed in warm water)2 cups of precooked chicken.(shredded or chopped)1 can Cream of Chicken soup1/2 cup of milk1 1/2 tsp of chicken... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Summer desserts: 14 of 43
Summer is my favorite season of all! I love the vibrant colours & smells of fresh fruits and veggies! My grandparents live in the country, where you are surrounded by all the fabulous fresh produce you can eat! There are so many great things you can do with fresh fruit, you really couldn't ever get bored of eating it! So ... More..