My usual Sunday post surely didn't happen this week. Lesson for me is: Sometimes, STUFF just happens....LOL! We've been trying to catch up on projects around our home and as most know my porch has been one of them. We added a welcome sign that would you believe I found under a bed in the guest room (AKA as the Buck Room) It's not exactly what I want but works for now for us. It is a pretty sign though. Marty and I enjoyed yet another day date. This time though it was on a Saturday as he is not retired yet. We found a cute little Cuban bistro that was quaint and enjoyed a good lunch. A little shopping was on the agenda. We came home and hung those lovely ferns that Marty so faithfully tends too. Thank the Lord cause I can't even reach them to water them without my step ladder! We sealed the swing my FIL made and actually sat out on the front porch to enjoy the new ceiling fans. Now to take the stickers off the fern pots! LOL! Despite the fickle weather we feel we
We done everything from baking, crafting, makeup, doll clothes and well....never a dull moment at Nana's house. We sure are making lots of memories though and that's the sweetest gift I could give.
I found a recipe that I wanted to try using Turmeric and Ginger and made myself a cup of hot drink. There are so many health benefits using Turmeric. Actually we have so many spices in our kitchen cabinet that can surely be used for more than cooking or baking.
Here's the recipe if anyone interested. I did add a tad of apple juice to give it a little sweeter taste. This makes quite a bit but you can put it in the refrigerator and use it tomorrow. Today, I decided on a cold drink.
Bring your two cups of water to a boil and add your Turmeric, Ginger and black pepper. Let it come to a roaring boil then steep for about 5 minutes or so. Then add your cool water and honey. I added lemon juice to mine as well. You can play around with it to give it different taste. I enjoy making healthy drinks and mercy I need all the health benefits I can get. LOL!
In case y'all haven't seen what GOLD looks like well here ya go! Mercy was I ever glad when my youngest daughter told me that her chickens had went back to laying! She brought me two dozen of these beauties!
I pray that your February brings you sweetness in such a way that LOVE for your spouse, your family, your neighbors and for yourself abound.
Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Those grandgirlies of yours had a blast I can tell. You made me laugh over the gold eggs. Yay for laying hens!
ReplyDeleteThank you Vee. Those eggs are truly golden! In price and taste!
DeleteWhat amazing fun you had with your beautiful granddaughters and the cupcakes look delicious. Thankfully our son has chickens and we get fresh eggs and don’t have to pay those “gold” prices. Wishing you a joy-filled week ♥️
ReplyDeleteThanks Pam. So glad you are able to get fresh eggs free too! LOL!
DeleteOH my goodness this is so full goodness and joy! I LOVE seeing your little grandgirls there with you, having SO much fun together! What a blessing to be so close to your sweet family. I've said it before, I wish I could be one of your grand-girls! LOL. Yes, eggs are definitely like gold these days, and wow, when you can get them for free! That's a double gold blessing! The drink sounds interesting, but I'm just not sure about it. I guess I'd have to taste it a little bit first before I'd go to all that trouble. LOL. I'm sure it's good if you say it is. LOL. Have a blessed and wonderful week my friend.
ReplyDeleteWe sure do have lots of fun but boy do they ever have loads of energy. The hot tea wasn't half bad but I did make the cold tea a tad sweeter and liked it much better. Girl, I AM NOT against medications but I do try to be natural in my approach to medications and with the inflammation I have hey, I will sure give this Turmeric a try. If you were closer I' whip you up a batch girl.
DeleteAlways a cheery and uplifting post -- that's what you do every time, Cindy, without fail! And your granddaughters, even as they grow up, they are as cute as can be! I am partial to the picture with the Barbie doll, of course.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dear Barbara. Barbie dolls are plentiful at my house! LOL!
DeleteYour grandkids are fortunate to have such a fun grandma.
ReplyDeleteI usually enjoy turmeric as a tea. I even have a turmeric latte mix where you just add hot water/milk.
I am learning all sorts of things about Turmeric. Made another kind this morning and was good.
DeleteThe girls are growing! WoW! Grands are so special, and so tiring. lol But the benefits are so rewarding. Love your valentine vignette, I love hearts anyway. You didn't mention how the drink tasted, was it good? I need more healthy intakes, I'm slow but I'll get there. Hope you're enjoying a great Monday.
ReplyDeleteMiss Mary, the hot one I made wasn't bad but the cold one I made I actually added more honey and it was good.
DeleteYou are such a fun Grandma! And you're so good about making healthy drinks, thanks for the tips and the recipe. Lucky you to have a source for eggs, going to the grocery store is so painful these days. Have a great week Cindy!
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PAINFUL is right Jenna! Mercy, if only we didn't need to eat! LOL!
DeleteLooks like you had a lot of fun with your grandgirls. I miss that with mine. Though mine are only year a part, they might as well be 4 years apart. The 13-year-old in an introvert, loves to read and stay to herself. The 12-year-old is like me, a semi extrovert, creative and likes to do things with others. There is more to it, but I have to spend time with them separately and love on them in a way that speaks to them. I took the older one to the bookstore and I will take the younger one to the craft store on Friday. They will all be here on Friday. The boys are easier to deal with for the most part. I don't like Turmeric, and I have to stay away from fruit juices. I have to take protein drinks now to get extra protein. Thanks for visiting my blog Cindy!
ReplyDeleteWe often do need to spend one on one time with the grands don't we? Thanks for popping in Susan.
DeleteI am so glad I don't have to produce dyed eggs for Easter this yr. I suggest plastic ones. Looks like run times with the girls. Nice...
ReplyDeleteThere sure might be less dyed eggs this year!
DeleteIt looks like such a fun time at Nana's house! They sure keep you young. Look at those beautiful eggs! That health drink sounds good and spicy!
ReplyDeleteYoung and tired! LOL!
DeleteAwww such fun with your granddaughters, Cindy! Your turmeric drink sounds so healthy. Aren’t you the lucky mama to get FREE eggs??!! We have to really think hard on using those eggs wisely these days, don’t we? Chosen is a beautiful word to ponder on. Blessings and hugs to you, my friend.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kitty.
DeleteSo much fun with your grand-daughters, lovely to see happy smiling faces.
ReplyDeleteAren't eggs ridiculously expensive at the moment and sometimes in short supply!
My good wishes.
All the best Jan
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Thanks Jan. YES, eggs and everything else is ridiculous isn't it?
DeleteThat drink sounds amazing and so healthy! I have heard of making warm milk with turmeric, too, and have always wanted to try that because it is such a pretty color! You are one of the sweetest, funnest nanas I know, and those kids will never forget the precious memories you are making with them!
ReplyDeleteThanks Cheryl.
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