Hiding...

Today I am thankful that God gave me common sense -&- I have to ability to use it in most occasions!?!

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Do you love Buffalo Chicken as much as me?!?

Are you looking for a way to turn it into an amazing dip!?!

Well, look no longer:

2 pkg. softened cream cheese ( I use fat free)

4 cups of cooked chicken ( I have used 4 cans of canned chicken drained )

1 cup buffalo hot wing sauce ( use you favorite brand, mine is Franks.)

1 cup blue cheese salad dressing ( any brand)

1 cup crumbled blue cheese

Mix all the ingredients in your crock pot and put on low for about 2 hours.

Until cream cheese has melted, stir occasionally

Today I am thankful that I am able to use a crock pot in the
Travelin' Abode!?!

7 Dwarfs of Menopause

Today I am thankful that I haven't reached Menopause yet...although my husband would say I have all the symptoms!?!

Lovebugs...

On our recent trip to Florida our lovely Travelin' Abode got attacked by Lovebugs...so I decided to learn exactly what their mission was in this world -&- here is what I found out!?!

Lovebugs are small black flies with a red thorax that have been invading our lives in April-May and August-September. They are considered a nuisance mainly because they congregate in large numbers along highways and splatter on windshields and grills of our cars.

Damage: Car's windshields become covered with the fatty remains that can become thick enough to obscure vision. The flies can also clog radiators and cause our cars to overheat. The fatty tissue can pit our car's finish if not removed within a few days. A word of caution, do not paint your house now, lovebugs can mar freshly painted surfaces.

Feeding: Adult lovebugs are harmless - they do not sting or bite. They feed on the nectar of various plants, especially sweet clover, Brazilian pepper and goldenrod.

Frequency of flights: Two flights of lovebugs occur each year in Central Florida. The spring flight occurs during late April and May. A second flight occurs in fall around late August and September and flight periods generally last 4-5 weeks. Flights are usually restricted to daylight hours and temperatures above 68 degrees F. Mating takes place almost immediately after emergence of the females. Adult females live only 2 to 3 days.

Control: There are several effective insecticides available for lovebug control, but spraying can be impractical because infestations occur over such a vast area and for a short period of time. You can control lovebugs in confined areas like porches and around your home with aerosol sprays available for other household insects. Predators have substantially reduced the population of lovebugs in Central Florida during the past several years. Lovebug larvae populations are extremely high in pasture areas, making an ideal environment for certain bird predators like robins and quails. Armadillos are thought to be predators as well, but scientific data has yet to back this up. Certain beetle larvae, earwigs and centipedes have been found to be natural predators of lovebug larvae in the soil.

Lovebugs and your car: There are several things a motorist can do to lessen the lovebug nuisance. First, traveling at night can reduce the incidence of lovebugs since they are active only in the day, usually after 10 a.m. Also traveling at a lower speed will reduce the number of bugs splattered on your car. There are many types of screens available that can be placed on the front grill of your car to protect the finish and prevent the radiator from becoming clogged. If a large screen can't be used on the front of the car, a smaller screen can be put behind the grill but in front of the radiator.

Splattered lovebugs should be washed off the car as soon as possible. Cars that have been waxed recently are more protected from damage by lovebug residue. Soaking the area with water for several minutes will aid in removal too. When lovebugs are numerous, or you know you will be traveling at the peak times, you can spread a light film of baby oil or use an aerosol oil spray over the front of the hood, above the windshield, and the grill and bumper. This practice will make lovebug removal easier.

Today I am thankful that our company allows us to wash the Travelin' Abode for free 2 times a month!?!

My Broken Toe

This morning when crawling over my husband to get out of bed...I caught my toe on the contraption on the left!?!

The result is the lovely broken toe pictured on the right!?! It is nice shade of purple at the moment -&- since it is on my right foot it seems more painful since that is the foot I always "lead" with!?!





Today I am thankful that only broke my toe...it could have
always been worse!?!

Nebraska Sunrise

The Lord really out did Himself of this amazing NE Sunrise
this morning!?!



Today I am thankful that God has granted me the ability to see another beautiful Sunrise!?!

Welcom Fall

Today I am thankful for the first official day of Fall - my favorite season on the year!?!

Carmel Apple Orchard Martini

Caramel Apple Orchard Martini

1 1/2 ounces Vodka
1 ounce Butterscotch schnapps
2 1/2 ounces fresh apple cider
Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake thoroughly -&- strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish with an apple slice and enjoy.


Today I am thankful that I don't drink very often - cuz I'd get so fat on these!?!

Census Form

They sent my Census form back! AGAIN!?!
In response to the question: "Do you have any dependents?"
I replied: "12 million illegal immigrants; 3 million crack heads; 42 million unemployable people; 2 million people in over 243 prisons; Half of Mexico; -&- 535 more in the U.S. House and Senate!?!
Apparently, this was NOT an acceptable answer!?!
Go figure!


Today I am thankful for just being me!?!

Yogurt Pops

1 container (6 oz) Yoplait® Lig...ht Fat Free raspberry lemonade yogurt
1/2 cup frozen raspberries
2 containers (6 oz each) Yoplait® Light Fat Free very vanilla yogurt
Small paper cups
6 popsicle sticks


1. In a blender, place raspberry lemonade yogurt and frozen raspberries. Blend until smooth.

2. Divide raspberry mixture evenly into each of six 5-ounce paper cups.
Top with vanilla yogurt.
Place cups in freezer 20 minutes or until partially frozen.
Insert sticks into each cup.
Freeze an additional 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until completely frozen.
To eat, peel off paper cups.



Today I am thankful for delicious low calorie Yogurt!?!

The Firm

Today was the first time I ever saw this movie while we are
staying at a hotel in FL ... we don't have a lot of channels
I was actually surprised on how much I enjoyed it!?!

Tom Cruise - Mitch McDeere
Jeanne Tripplehorn - Abby McDeere
Gene Hackman - Avery Tolar
Hal Holbrook - Oliver Lambert
Terry Kinney - Lamar Quinn
Wilford Brimley - William Devasher
Ed Harris Ed Harris - Wayne Tarrance
Holly Hunter -Tammy Hemphill
David Strathairn - Ray McDeere
Gary Busey - Eddie Lomax

Mitch McDeere is a young man with a promising future in Law. About to sit his Bar exam, he is approached by 'The Firm' and made an offer he doesn't refuse. Seduced by the money and gifts showered on him, he is totally oblivious to the more sinister side of his company. Then, two Associates are murdered. The FBI contact him, asking him for information and suddenly his life is ruined. He has a choice - work with the FBI, or stay with the Firm. Either way he will lose his life as he knows it. Mitch figures the only way out is to follow his own plan...


Today I am thankful just to be able to be thankful!?!

Talk Like A Pirate Day

To learn more about the "Pirate Language" go HERE!?!


Today I am thankful I am not a pirate cuz there is a lot of
work to their language!?!

Mashed Potato Pancakes

My Mom used to make these often times the day after a big dinner - they are awesome!?! You can even add your own "extras" to custom make them to your taste!?!

Ingredients

• 1 cup mashed potatoes
• 2 eggs, separated
• 1 1/4 cups whole milk
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar

Directions

1. Beat yolks, potato, milk and butter together.
2. Sift and add dry ingredients until well mixed.
3. Beat room temp egg whites until stiff.
4. Fold gently into potato mixture.
5. Fry on a hot greased griddle.

Today I am thankful for left over mashed potatoes - yummmmmy!?!

Happy 7th Anniversary

Today my husband David -&- I are celebrating our
7th wedding anniversary!?!
Happy Anniversary David - we've had our up -&- downs
-but-
we've made it this far ... so there is no stopping us now!?!


Today I am thankful God has seen us through 7 years of marriage!?!

Montana Bear Tragedy

Montana Bear Tragedy

This is a very sad story about a bear... Everybody should heed the warnings not to feed wildlife because they become dependent and don't forage for themselves any longer!?!
It is such a tragedy to see what has been done to our country's wildlife.
The photo below captures a disturbing trend that is beginning to affect U.S.
wildlife!?!


Animals that formerly were self-sufficient are now showing signs of belonging to the Democrat Party!?!
They have apparently learned to just sit and wait for the government to step in and provide for their care -&- sustenance!?!
This photo is of a black bear in Montana turned Democrat!?!
He's nicknamed Bearack Obearma!?!
It is believed that he has become a campground organizer!?!


Today I am thankful I don't have the same "issues" the bear does!?!

Rookie Blue

When this show first premiered on ABC last season I was looking for a new show to get hooked on...-&-...boy did I get hooked quick...I fell fast for this show...watch an episode of it -&- I bet you will to!?!

Catch it tonight on ABC or later on ABC.COM or HULU.COM

Cast:
Missy Peregrym as Andy McNally
Enuka Okuma as Traci Nash
Travis Milne as Chris Diaz
Charlotte Sullivan as Gail Peck
Noam Jenkins as Detective Jerry Barber
Melanie Nicholls-King as Noelle Williams
Ben Bass as Sam Swarek
Gregory Smith as Dov Epstein
Eric Johnson as Detective Luke Callaghan
Matt Gordon as Oliver Shaw
Lyriq Bent as Frank Best

"It is what a cop show should be. It is how I imagined cops would like, somewhat lazy but they still have heart. But the rookie cops try cause they have something to prove and the experienced cops still try but not as hard. It's good, a nice refreshing change from 'CSI' or 'Law and Order'. It's like the show 'Cops' meets 'Grey's Anatomy' and together had a baby. Just try it you'll be put in the eyes of a working cop for 45 minutes and watch them hassle with criminals and their love triangles."


Today I am thankful for TV online -&- Unlimited Data to watch it with!?!

One of "those" days...

Ever just had one of "those" days...



Today I am thankful...just not sure what exactly for!?!

Easy Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream

Since I introduced you to the "Ice Cream Capital of the World" yesterday...I figured today I'd give you a quick -&- easy fix to make your own Ice Cream!?! Of course the recipe I chose was for chocolate...what else...enjoy!?!

Easy Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream

Combine three ingredients -&- freeze what could be simpler?!?

Ingredients:

* 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
* 2/3 cup chocolate syrup
* 2 cups heavy cream

Directions

1. Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with aluminum foil. In a large bowl, stir together condensed milk and chocolate syrup until color is even.
In a separate bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks form.
Fold cream into chocolate mixture and pour all into prepared pan.
Cover and freeze 6 hours, until firm.





Today I am thankful that I have a nice cold freezer in the Travelin' Abode so I can make this while on the road!?!

Ice Cream Capital of the World...

Today our travels found us in Le Mars, IA...


"Here’s the scoop… Le Mars, Iowa - "The Ice Cream Capital of the World". Officially designated as such in 1994, Le Mars has been the home to Wells Enterprises Inc. , makers of Blue Bunny® brand ice cream, since the company’s founding by Fred H. Wells, Jr., in 1913. Today, more ice cream is produced in Le Mars, Iowa, by a single company than in any other city in the world! While we love to promote ice cream, we have so much more to offer! So, whether you are staying awhile or just passing through, we invite you to experience the “local flavor”!"

To learn more about Le Mars, IA ... The Ice Cream Capital of the World - you can visit HERE!?!

So, what is your favorite flavor!?! I guess I'd have to say even after all the new fangled flavors - my ultimate favorite would still have to be Chocolate!?!




Today I am thankful for Ice Cream...what else did you think I'd put - I mean the post was all about it today - lol :)

9/11 - Our Solemn Tribute

~We may not remember where we were 10 days ago -but- most of us will

NEVER FORGET
where we were 10 years ago today!?!
Neither of us will!?!

It was a day that changed the history of this country...a day that made us take a step back -&- really look at what really matters in our lives!?!
We know lives have moved on since then...time has marched on -but- it is our duty to
NEVER FORGET!?!
Because as soon as we begin to forget...we open ourselves up for it to happen again!?!
The only thing that could make the tragedy of on 9/11 more devastating is if we ever let it fade from our memories!?!~

Here is our tribute to 9/11...WE WILL NEVER FORGET!?!

Early on the morning of September 11, 2001, 19 hijackers took control of 4 commercial airliners en route to San Francisco -&- Los Angeles after takeoff from Boston, Newark, -&- Washington, D.C.!?! Planes with long flights were intentionally selected for hijacking because they would be heavily fueled!?! At 8:46 a.m., 5 hijackers crashed American Airlines Flight 11 into the World Trade Center's North Tower (1 WTC) -&- at 9:03 a.m. another 5 hijackers crashed United Airlines Flight 175 into the South Tower (2 WTC)!?!

5 hijackers flew American Airlines Flight 77 into the Pentagon at 9:37 a.m.!?! And, a fourth flight, under the control of 4 hijackers, crashed United Airlines Flight 93 near Shanksville, Pennsylvania at 10:03 a.m. after the passengers fought the hijackers Flight 93's ultimate target is believed to have been either the Capitol or the White House!?!


Fox Live Coverage:



911Timeline:
Click Here

WTC Photos:



Flight 93:



Pentagon:



Dan Rather:



Mayor Giuliani:




First Bush Speech:



World Reacts:



List of names:
Click Here


History Channel Eye Witness Attack Accounts:
Click Here

I Believe:


Where Were You When The World Stopped Turning:



Courtesty of the Red, White -&- Blue:



10 Yr Tribute:



God Bless America:



No matter where you are at in this world or what you believe our wish for you is peace
-&- that nothing like this never happens again!?!



~GOD BLESS AMERICA~

*This was copied from the other blog "Road Talk" which I co-write with
my BFF Blair!?!*

Road Talk

I've probably mentioned it before -but- do you ever wonder what I do when I am not entertaining you here?!?
I am a co-creator of an amazing web phenomenon called Road Talk!?!

It started out as a regular Facebook page -&- now has branched off into a Facebook fan page -&- today we even started our first blog!?!

To learn more about what Road Talk is please visit these locations:

To visit our Facebook Fan Page: Click Here

To visit our Blog: Click Here


Today I am thankful that I am able to help so many other people with Road Talk!?!

All things ... Jello Shots!?!

It's Friday night...your having a few friends over!?!
You are getting ready to make your usual every weekend same ole'
Jello Shots...WAIT!?!



Have I got a place you need to check out...it is a web page that covers
ALL THINGS...Jello Shots!?!
It has awesome recipes -&- excellent ideas!?! Hurry up -&- go HERE to check it out!?!
What are you waiting for...you have a lot to accomplish before the
first guest arrives!?!


Today I am thankful that I know better than to indulge in Jello Shots...lol!?!

Jason's Law

Sept 8th is national call in day for Jason's Law For Safe Truck Parking creates safer highways for EVERYONE!! Rested drivers= safer drivers=safer highways!?!

I've posted on Facebook several times about Jason's Law -&- never thought to post about it here -but- today that is going to change!?! Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with Jason's Law...something that is VERY important to me!?!


The Current Transportation Bill expires the end of September,
Adding Jason's law to the new bill will offer more safe truck parking for professional drivers and will open the door to an awareness that the general public has not been enlightened to.

THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE FOR ALL!
Tired drivers who can not rest for the night can be a safety concern for all.
...
Transportation Committees 202-225-9446

Jason's Law, HR 1803,is named after slain truck driver Jason Rivenburg, who
was murdered as he parked to rest for the evening in an abandoned gas station before his morning delivery.

It was introduced into Congress by Paul Tonko- D- New York
THIS IS A NON PARTISAN BILL!!!

His widow, Hope Rivenburg, has been an inspiration to us all as she continues to fight for more safe truck parking for the professional truck driver....so that no other family has to endure the pain and loss that she has experienced.

Truck Parking has been an issue for professional driver for over 20 years now. To make matters worse, rest areas are closing because of lack of state funds, and drivers are finding it more and more difficult to take their federally mandated rest.

The result is a huge safety risk, not only for drivers, but for the general public, who is now sharing the roads with fatigued drivers who can not find adequate safe truck parking.

The FMCSA is calling for all kinds of new regulations and safety proposals, however, the most obvious of all....drivers being able to park and rest safely, has been ignored.

The need for safe parking for our truck drivers is critical. Call the Transportation Committee at (202) 225- 9446 to let them know you want Jason's law HR 1803 included in the TRANSPORTATION BILL!

For more...check out the website HERE!?!


Today I am thankful for the people working to help get Jason's Law passed!?!