Lasting Light Poetry March 20, 2002
Hello Friends~ These March winds are still blowing cold where I am. I hope they'll blow all the clouds away and then let's have some sunshine! I have a new poem to share with you, and it's something a bit different, and I especially liked the music. Ready for a break? Let's go.......
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Déjà vu or Maybe New.......Here's a trip through some of my other poems, and whether it's a repeat visit or a new one for you, I hope you enjoy them.
Someone Always Cares Avalon Vanishing Lady =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
From the Message Board at Lasting Light~
Wit's End Corner
Are you standing at "Wits' End Corner," Are you standing at Wits' End Corner," Are you standing at "Wits' End Corner"? Are you standing at "Wits' End Corner"? ~~Written by Antoinette Wilson~
I loved this poem...from "Streams in the Desert"~
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A Recipe from the Message Board~
~~ Raspberry Nut Cake
2 C. flour Pink Raspberry Frosting
1/3 C. butter or margarine, softened Mix dry ingredients. Cream sugar and Crisco. Add eggs and vanilla. Add dry mixture alternately with milk. Fold in nuts and raspberries. Pour into 2 well greased 8" layer pans. Bake at 350ºF for 30-40 minutes. Cool and frost.
Pink Raspberry Frosting: Cream butter or margarine and salt, and blend in confectioners' sugar alternately with pureed raspberries and 2-3 tablespoons hot cream. Add vanilla; mix and frost cake.
Note* I just wanted to show you some of the things you'll find on the Board, but there are many more things from other folks. Whatever is on your mind, stop by and share. The link is below, and I think you'll be pleased. It's your chance to do your thing. It's NOT necessary to leave your e-mail address unless you choose to. Enjoy! ~Karen
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Recipes and Remembrances~ I hope you'll find something here you like, and if not check out Lasting Light Archives for old newsletters. You'll find plenty of good ideas, and some wonderful remembrances. ~
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Let's start off with a smile~ This came from Jacqueline C. to me, and I had to share it.....and I assume no responsibility for the outcome if you make this!
Jacqueline writes:
Because of all the wonderful recipes I have collected from your Newsletter, I wanted to return the favor. So here is a recipe from my very own kid. (Please read all the way to the end. Thank you.)
My very talented youngest daughter, Marisa, sent me this recipe for Baked Stuffed Chicken (had I mentioned to you before that, among her many gifts, she's an absolutely INSPIRED cook, too?) When I found this recipe, I thought it was perfect for those who just are not sure* how to tell when poultry is cooked thoroughly but not dried out.
Give this a try:
Baked Stuffed Chicken
6-7 lbs. chicken Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Brush chicken well with melted butter, salt, and pepper.
Fill cavity with stuffing and popcorn.
Place in baking pan in the oven.
Listen for the popping sounds*
*When the chicken's butt blows out of the oven door and flies across the room, the chicken is done.
(Hey! I said she was an INSPIRED cook, not a GOOD one! LOL! GOTCHA! Just a little joke I wanted to share with you. However, I really DO appreciate YOUR poems, the beautiful artwork, AND the recipes.)
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~~ GLAZED ASPARAGUS & CARROTS WITH PECANS
A lemon glaze tops a springtime combination of fresh asparagus and carrots
Preparation 15 min. Ingredients:
1 cup water Instructions:
Place 1 cup water in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Bring to a full boil; add carrots and asparagus. Cover; continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until carrots and asparagus are crisply tender (7 to 9 minutes). Drain. Set aside; keep warm.
Melt butter in same skillet. Stir together cornstarch, 3 tablespoons water and lemon juice in small bowl; stir into butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens (2 to 3 minutes). Stir in lemon peel.
To serve, spoon sauce over warm carrots and asparagus. Sprinkle with pecans. Yield: 6 servings
Something special for a delightful spring or Easter meal...
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~~ Savory Beef Stew
Prep Time: 20 Minutes Ingredients:
Vegetable oil spray Directions:
1. Preheat broiler. Nutritional Information Per Serving: Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook
Note: I found this recipe at the Diabetic Gourmet website :) * This was posted on the board from Deb. Thanks Deb.
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~~ Norwegian Waffles
(These are my husband's favorite~ Makes gorgeous pancakes too!)
4 eggs, well beaten Beat the eggs well, add the cream and sugar, finally the flour and cook in waffle iron until nicely browned. Serve with syrup.
Thanks Marge!
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QUOTES~~~~
Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life. There is no greater tragedy than doing nothing for fear of doing too little. Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. You cannot do a kindness too soon because you never know how soon it will be too late. Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. This is the beginning of a new day. You have been given this day to use as you will. You can waste it or use it for good. What you do today is important because you are exchanging a day of your life for it. When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever; in its place is something that you have left behind...let it be something good." I don't let my mouth say nothin' my head can't stand. When the world is falling apart around you, drink tea. You will do foolish things, but do them with enthusiasm. It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are. =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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Karen~
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