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Easy Taco Stromboli

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Contributing Writer: Jamie Sanders I have a few recipes that are excellent for using up leftovers.  This is a great one I came up with just for that purpose... This recipe is very flexible, you can pretty much use whatever you have leftover in your fridge.  Beans (any kind, even re-fried), rice, onions, peppers, corn, chicken, beef or pork.  Salsa, cream cheese, plain yogurt, shredded cheese.  The list goes on... These are the ingredients I used in this Stromboli: Thin and crispy … [Read more...]

Paper Owl Teacher Gift

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Here in this country they celebrate Teacher Appreciation Day this Friday, April 13th. As a former teacher and now married to an educator I know how much it means to get positive feedback from parents or to hear encouraging words, emails, notes.  Even if it's written on a wrinkled napkin, every bit of it is appreciated. Sometimes as teachers, one feels pulled in so many different directions.  Somedays it feels like everyone wants and expects something from you: the student, the parent, your … [Read more...]

Favoritisim in Blogging

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Contributing Writer: Virginia Davidson Standing in a crowded room of people I tend to not talk much. The words get stuck in the back of my throat and I feel overwhelmed. What if I say something stupid and totally embarrass myself? Instead I stand back and claim that I'm taking in the room and "people watching." People watching can quickly turn to judging myself and others. My inner questions begin,  "What is she wearing?" "I would never be able to pull that off." "She looks like she's got … [Read more...]

Healthy Breakfast Muffins

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Contributing Writer: Jamie Sanders Some days we are in such a rush to get out the door, it's hard to have time for a healthy breakfast or snack.  For times like these, I like to keep healthy options in the freezer. These Healthy Breakfast Muffins are made with oats, pumpkin and a touch of wheat germ for a healthy boost.  I often double the batch and freeze some for later.  They are so quick to put together and freeze very well.  You will love them for a quick breakfast or snack as you run out … [Read more...]