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Free Copy of PETA’s Vegetarian Starter Kit

Request your FREE copy of PETA's vegetarian starter kit, which is packed full of recipes, tips on making the switch, and much more. You can also order a kit for a friend. I give donations to PETA whenever I can, so if you're not vegetarian (which I am not), you can also donate money to help support PETA. ASPCA is also another great charity you can donate too if you are an animal lover like I … [Read more...]

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Recipe Monday: Bourbon Chicken

From RecipeZaar.comIngredients:2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite size chunks (I use 2 breasts)1-2 Tbs olive oil1 clove garlic, crushed (or jarred equivelant)1/4 tsp. ginger3/4 tsp red pepper flakes (omit if you don't care for spicy foods)1/4 cup apple juice1/3 cup light brown sugar2 Tbs ketchup1 Tbs cider vinegar1/2 cup water1/3 cup soy sauceDirections:Heat oil in a large skillet. Add … [Read more...]

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Create a Habit; Save some $

Did you know that if you do something everyday for two weeks it becomes a habit? Not all habits are bad. Try CREATING a habit to help you save money. Set a goal and brainstorm some ideas to help keep you on track and commit to sticking with it for at least two weeks. One of the ways my family saves money is by drinking water instead of soda or other beverages. It's healthy and it can add up to big … [Read more...]

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We saved today!

Holly and I went to CVS today and didn't do so bad. Here is what I got for $0.28!!!:1 Garnier Fructise4 Chewable Aspirin1 Degree Deodorant1 Dove Deodorant1 Tresemme hairspray1 Softsoap1 Venus Embrace RazorI would take a picture, but I have to admit I'm lazy and don't download my pictures until my memory card is almost full. What kind of savings did you get that you would like to share? … [Read more...]

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Cola Chicken

I know it's not recipe Monday, but I had to share this recipe. I LOVE getting new recipes, so I am happy to share all of mine with you. Cola Chicken is one of our favorite meals in our house and is sooo easy to fix, but I personally do not think it tastes like Barbeque like some claim. It is SO good though and my family loves it and eats it almost every week. It is really easy to make … [Read more...]