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Have a Cupcake

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Ah, this was quite a surprise when I came home today. My wife baked a dozen chocolate cupcakes! So, fresh out of the oven one was offered to me and how could I resist. It was all so fluffy and just perfect! Ha (!) I hope she’s reading my blog, I could use a warm back rub tonight.

Anyway, let me pull out of that wonderful scene to say “don’t you think the world needs a cupcake”? I think it’s high time for a “world smile”. Across the globe, recession has been biting bitterly to people of all classes. Even the rich aren’t immune to it! Case in point several hundreds of higher level management folks in danger of losing their jobs.

In Canada, some companies are cutting back on employee benefits to avoid the mass lay-offs. I was just speaking with a friend yesterday and she said the that their employee union agreed to cutting back on benefits only to safeguard their jobs.

Tough, tough world we live in… we all need a cupcake!

Easter Egg Overload?

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If you’re anything like us, you had way too many eggs over the Easter holiday. I suppose we do not really think about the days following the holiday – what are we going to do with all those eggs? Some are simply wasteful and throw them away. At this point in time, though, wastefulness is something that we shouldn’t even consider. So, what to do with all those Easter eggs?

The answer is simple: be as creative as you can and come up with new recipes to make use of those leftover eggs. I found some really mouthwatering recipes over at iVillage; here are my favorites, which I shall make use of!

Deviled Bacon and Eggs
All you need are the hardboiled eggs (of which you have plenty, I assume), some bacon, salt, mayo, and pepper. Get the yolk and mash it with the seasonings and mayo. Put the mashed yolk back into the egg whites and top with crispy bacon. Simple, isn’t it? I think I’m going to add some cayenne pepper for more kick.

Garlic Pickled Hard Cooked Eggs
Doesn’t the name make your mouth water? For this, you’ll need hardboiled eggs (without the shells, of course), pickle juice (just get the juice from a can or bottle of pickles), peppercorns, red pepper flakes, garlic cloves, bay leaves, and juniper berries. Combine all the ingredients in a jar huge enough to contain the eggs plus liquid. Keep in the fridge for at least 3 days. Dig in! According to the recipe, this can be kept in the fridge for 2 weeks before you need to throw it out. I think it 2 weeks won’t pass by before you eat it all up!

Walmart For Groceries?

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I don’t think the average American will think of Walmart while writing down their grocery shopping list, do you? Maybe if one were to look for clothing, video games, and other electronics; but definitely NOT food.

Here’s something to surprise you and me, though – Walmart just might be what the United States needs to save the small farmers throughout the country. You may find it unbelievable, but it seems to be true. Corby Kummer of MSNBC has had a firsthand encounter with a Walmart branch that impressed him in terms of the produce choices. He shares his experience:

In the grocery section of the Raynham supercenter, 45 minutes south of Boston, I had trouble believing I was in a Walmart. The very reasonable-looking produce, most of it loose and nicely organized, was in black plastic bins (as in British supermarkets, where the look is common; the idea is to make the colors pop). The first thing I saw, McIntosh apples, came from the same local orchard whose apples I’d just seen in the same bags at Whole Foods. The bunched beets were from Muranaka Farm, whose beets I often buy at other markets — but these looked much fresher.

I don’t know if you will find the same conditions in all other Walmart branches – probably not – but if one branch can experience such a thing, then others are bound to follow, aren’t they? You may not be such a big fan of this corporate giant, but if they start doing things the “right way,” at least in terms of fresh produce, then they might just get more followers. What do you think?

So You’re Craving Something?

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We all have cravings – some people just have more of them more often. I have to say that I used to have these cravings a lot, and I would always give in – no matter what. What some of you may not know, however, cravings mean something more than you wanting something specific to eat.

For example, when was the last time you felt like eating salty food? A large serving of French fries or a huge bag of potato chips – you would have killed for these probably! But did you know that a strong craving for something salty may mean that you are experiencing calcium deficiency? The reason for the craving is that sodium (SALT) can trick the body into thinking that there are higher levels of calcium. Aside from calcium, your body might need other minerals such as potassium. If you get this craving a LOT, you might want to see your doctor.

How about chocolate? I used to crave this all the time. I thought I just really loved chocolate. However, according to studies, craving for chocolate could be due to depression. This is because chocolate does increase the levels of serotonin, which is basically the “happy hormone.” Perhaps if you crave chocolate too much, you might want to assess what is it that is making you feel unhappy.

Some people do not like chocolate at all but would crave sweets every now and then. The reason could be the same for chocolate cravings, but it could also only be because of low energy levels. I think this is one of the most common types of cravings – I usually get it on Friday afternoon.

So what are you craving now?

Wonderful Food – Jersey Style

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Now we’ve all heard about the wonderful beaches of New Jersey, and the many activities you can do once you get there. From water sports that caters to all to more traditional leisure activities such as strolling or biking down the many trails that takes you around The Shore’s boardwalk as you enjoy the ocean breeze running through your hair. The sun is perfect, the sand is white and clean, you sit down and relax getting that tan you’ve always wanted.
Beginning the day you might want to find places to eat that are all over the place showcasing regional cookin’ that’s uniquely Jersey. Love going out at night, Jersey has some wonderful places for diners and party goers alike that combines good food and other pleasurable activities. Nightlife in Jersey is vibrant yet peaceful as the place is uniquely above the rest when it comes to the unspoiled beauty that is New Jersey.