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<span style="color: #626262;">That old worn out number eight cast-iron always got much use as the summer sun died down and the cool breeze of fall</span><span style="color: #626262;"> set in — Saturdays at the fish market pickin' out the freshes</span><span class="ins cts-1" data-cid="9adfca69-6d72-4ba2-b4a2-28fe6a7fbea5" data-time="1573235758564" data-userid="28052" data-username="Elena DeAngelis" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: green; text-decoration: underline;" title="Inserted by Elena DeAngelis - 11/8/2019 9:55am">t</span><span style="color: #626262;">catfish for Daddy's Catfish Courtbouillon. Follow along as I tell the story of holiday traditions through my Daddy's Catfish Courtbouillon recipe and my Grandma Annie-Lous Cream Cheese Pound Cake.</span></div>
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I sat on the closet floor jokin' with my Momma about what I should cook for dinner. We were about to head to H-E-B, and we needed a plan before we drove. I've always loved H-E-B for its Texas roots. Those roots I so proudly share. We talked about family traditions and how we were leavin' in a few days to visit Grandma, and she wanted some of her famous Cream Cheese Pound Cake. I quickly mentioned that I wanted to highlight some of my Creole roots on the blog since it had been a while.</div>
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<span style="color: #626262;">She looked over and sighed, "I suppose if you made turtle or rabbit stew, that wouldn't go over well." "Probably not," I respond. "Besides, I never much cared for those as a kid </span><span style="color: #626262;">I," utter.</span></div>
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I got it, "make a <a href="http://www.glitzngrits.com/2015/10/cajun-chicken-sauce-piquante.html">Sauce Piquante</a>."</div>
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"Already shared that on the blog," I reply.</div>
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"What is that beans and gravy dish your cousin always wanted when he would come over in the summer as a kid?"</div>
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<span style="color: #626262;">I can't remember, so I text my cousin. I can hear her chuckle through the phone as she types, "Pork and beans with rice and gravy is about it. We had it for supper last night lol." </span><span style="color: #626262;">Momma laughs as I tell her she made it for her kids that night.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #626262;">"Got it. Imma make a catfish Courtbouillon. I don't think it's a family recipe. But daddy made it a lot on Saturdays. I don't know how he sta</span><span style="color: #666666;">r<span class="ins cts-1" data-cid="0ccf8bdd-2ca5-4c21-9c95-4fc2960957e8" data-time="1573260966412" data-userid="30225" data-username="Hannah Cruz" style="box-sizing: border-box;" title="Inserted by Hannah Cruz - 11/8/2019 4:56pm">t</span></span><span style="color: #626262;">ed, making it."</span></div>
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My Aunt, she answers on the first ring. I tell her about my blog post and my ideas. She chuckles and goes, "Sha, that's a real old dish no one makes anymore. Yes, we have a family recipe. Our Momma taught us how to make it. Want me to text you the recipe when I get off work?"</div>
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<span style="color: #626262;">Hours later, she text, "First, sauté your onions, bell peppers, garlic or whatever kind of fresh seasoning you want. Then pour two to three cans of tomato sauce, you can add two tablespoons of kitchen bouquet just to color, not to be so red, also use the cans to add water, let it come to a boil then add your fish, let cook for about 30 minutes on a low heat, season to taste, you can add a little sugar</span><span style="color: #666666;">- </span><span style="color: #626262;">about </span><span style="color: #444444;">t</span><span style="color: #626262;">wo tablespoon. The fish doesn't take long to cook."</span></div>
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I frown as I look over the text. What kind of recipe is this? Where are the measurements? What vegetables? I open Instagram and immediately talk on stories about the Southern Meme, "We don't use measurements. We sprinkle until our ancestors whisper stop my child."</div>
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We eventually make it to H-E-B, and I grab all the <a href="https://ooh.li/daec2a2">McCormick® spices </a>needed to cook the Creole Dish.</div>
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<span style="color: #626262;">1) In a cast-iron put your stick of butter, a few tablespoons of oil, a few tablespoons of flour, and let come together to start your roux somewhat. Most importantly this isn't a traditional roux, but it gets the job done for a Catfish Courtbouillon. Next, add what Creoles and Cajun</span><span class="ins cts-1" data-cid="010b25ff-6b50-49a0-b6a7-9e0b1e3630c6" data-time="1573261103135" data-userid="30225" data-username="Hannah Cruz" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;" title="Inserted by Hannah Cruz - 11/8/2019 4:58pm"><span style="color: #666666;">s</span></span><span style="color: #626262;"> call the Holy Trinity (</span><span class="del cts-1" data-cid="3bdcc4c6-f962-4817-ae0d-90fc6807a1f2" data-time="1573235948741" data-userid="28052" data-username="Elena DeAngelis" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; text-decoration: line-through;" title="Deleted by Elena DeAngelis - 11/8/2019 9:59am"> </span><span style="color: #626262;">bell pepper, onion, celery, and garlic -pretty much all Cajun or Creole dishes have the Trinity in them</span><span class="ins cts-1" data-cid="cc0d74a1-f325-4afd-9c57-3840c5330952" data-time="1573235994950" data-userid="28052" data-username="Elena DeAngelis" style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: underline;" title="Inserted by Elena DeAngelis - 11/8/2019 9:59am"><span style="color: #666666;">)</span></span><span style="color: #626262;"> and sauté your veggies until brown.</span></div>
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2) Secondly, add your can of tomato paste as well as a little bit of water and mix until everything comes together.</div>
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<span style="color: #626262;">4) Next, add in either your pre<span class="ins cts-1" data-cid="7bd1fec3-0225-4093-bb89-d043ccbfbd9e" data-time="1573261125488" data-userid="30225" data-username="Hannah Cruz" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: green; text-decoration: underline;" title="Inserted by Hannah Cruz - 11/8/2019 4:58pm">-</span>made <a href="https://ooh.li/daec2a2">McCormick® Cajun Seasoning</a> or the McCormick® seasonings</span><span style="color: #666666;">.</span><span style="color: green;"> </span><span style="color: #666666;"><span class="ins cts-1" data-cid="118ddb2a-8db1-4447-8c0d-43dbf32a1cfa" data-time="1573261132879" data-userid="30225" data-username="Hannah Cruz" style="box-sizing: border-box;" title="Inserted by Hannah Cruz - 11/8/2019 4:58pm">I</span>f you chose to make your own seasoning start with about two tablespoons of each spice and continue</span><span style="color: #626262;"> to go up from there as you taste test. And let simmer for about 30 mins</span></div>
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5) Finally, season your boneless catfish and place in the cast-iron. Cover and let simmer for 30 minutes to an hour, depending on your fire. You want to add your catfish last so that it does not overcook and break apart.</div>
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Serve over rice and enjoy.</div>
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I find myself giddy as I taste the Catfish Courtbouillon. A little more browning sauce than needed, but it tastes close to the creole childhood that I remember.</div>
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Many days later, I find myself in WI. My grandma looks confused as I walk in with a bag that reads H-E-B.</div>
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"I think I got everything needed for the Cream Cheese Pound Cake Grandma," I holler from the kitchen as I unload. It's 2 Am, and we've just arrived after all day of drivin'. I explain that I went shoppin' back home and she smiles.</div>
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The days go back, and we finally find ourselves in the kitchen bakin' like we did when I was a child. I giggle like a child as I almost break the mixer and cake flour flies everywhere. Grandma doesn't seem impressed.</div>
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She sternly reminds me, "<span class="del cts-1" data-cid="e9cee829-1396-4502-b59b-d50fd4f24fb3" data-time="1573261173675" data-userid="30225" data-username="Hannah Cruz" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; text-decoration: line-through;" title="Deleted by Hannah Cruz - 11/8/2019 4:59pm"> </span>My Cream Cheese Pound Cake is simple. It's almost all in threes."</div>
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Cream Cheese Pound Cake</h2>
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1 package cream cheese</div>
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3 cups of sugar</div>
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3 cups flour</div>
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6 large eggs</div>
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<span style="color: #626262;">3 tbs of <a href="https://ooh.li/688da5f">McCormick® Vanilla</a></span><a href="https://ooh.li/688da5f"><span style="color: #666666;"> </span><span style="color: #626262;">extract flavoring</span></a></div>
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3 cups of cake flour</div>
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Directions</h3>
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1) Mix all of the ingredients and then apply to a greased bundt cake pan</div>
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2) Cook at 315 degrees until golden brown or about 45 minutes.</div>
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I grin as I walk in the kitchen as I see Grandma grab a second piece and lick her fingers.</div>
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<br class="Apple-interchange-newline" />Alesheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11959159746683961082noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7806059911766898237.post-58187384341907162352019-11-08T23:07:00.002-06:002019-12-21T06:46:30.698-06:00CAULIPOWER Baked Chicken Tenders<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I look down to see Alyssa on the caller ID. I sigh as I press the large green circle.<br />
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"Yes," I mutter.<br />
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She calls wantin' to know what's for dinner. I sigh again as I remind her I'm bakin' chicken. <a href="https://ooh.li/0efa3a5">CAULIPOWER baked chicken</a>, to be exact. I tell her to hurry home cause I'm hungry and need her to be my taste tester and model. She cackles as the phone line clicks.<br />
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<span style="color: #1c1e29;">Minutes later, we're standin' over the fridge and pantry respectfully mullin' over what to make with our <a href="https://ooh.li/0efa3a5">CAULIPOWER baked chicken</a>.</span><br />
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">"I'll make some rice and a tomato," I holler.</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">"There's a bag of frozen mixed veggies in here," she hollers back. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">We both rush to our respective sides of the stove movin' with quickness as not to let hunger take over.</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">"If you don't grab your camera and hurry." she fusses. "Last time when you made the </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">you took forever takin' pictures, and they got cold."</span><br />
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"Hush up, I reply. The package says they only take 12 minutes to cook."<br />
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I continue on searchin' in my camera bag for the camera light battery as she snatches a CAULOPOWER Chichen bag off the counter.<br />
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"Did you know the package says these chicken tenders are only 490 calories and 86% less fat"?<br />
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I roll my eyes as she continues readin'. She begins to laugh at herself once she reazlies; they are coated in <a href="https://ooh.li/0efa3a5">Cauliflower</a> and thus her name.<br />
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Pictures ensue, but not before she reminds me she wants hand model credit on Instagram.<br />
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Bowls are made, and bellies are pleased as eatin' ensues.<br />
Grandma looks up from her bowl to let it be known they are better then she expected, and she wants this baked, golden goodness again.<br />
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"Done", I answer<br />
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What's your favorite way to eat baked chicken? Make sure to click to <a href="https://ooh.li/0efa3a5">Get $2 OFF here</a>.Alesheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11959159746683961082noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7806059911766898237.post-39032170605318654812019-08-13T00:57:00.000-05:002019-08-22T11:22:16.462-05:00Avocado, Bacon, Egg Sweet Potato Toast Breakfast Sandwich<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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Let's talk about one of my favorite vegetables, Sweet Potato, and <a href="https://ooh.li/5b7f30a">Sweet Potato Toast</a>.<img alt="Avocado, Bacon, Egg Sweet Potato Toast Breakfast Sandwich" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BU2dCDa_mQQ/XVIlXM62g0I/AAAAAAAAOCs/EnFebb2yhsYRK8i5O25m3h1IAUZw_ORiACLcBGAs/s1600/sweet%2Bpotato%2Btoast%2Bbreakfast%2Bsandwich-2.jpg" title="Avocado, Bacon, Egg Sweet Potato Toast Breakfast Sandwich" /></h4>
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<span style="font-size: large;">"Leshea do you eat <a href="http://www.glitzngrits.com/2014/11/sweeter-than-sweet-potato-pie.html">Sweet Potato Pie</a>? I'm watchin' this tv show, and the Black Southern family made a big deal out of Sweet Potato Pie over Pumpkin Pie."</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I chuckle before typin' back, " Funny enough I never had Pumpkin Pie until I was an adult and we had a <a href="http://www.glitzngrits.com/2015/01/dem-boys-eat-cornish-hens_23.html">Cornish Hen</a> Friendsgiving. We eat Sweet Potato everything in my house. It doesn't even have to be a holiday." </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Like that segway, I did there? I know, I know. But, back to sweet potatoes. Recently I went to the Tom Thumb that is across the street from my house and grabbed a couple of bags of <a href="https://ooh.li/5b7f30a">Sweet PotaTOASTS</a>. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Sweet PotaTOASTS from the CAULIPOWER brand is a great bread replacement. </span></div>
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<span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #1c1e29;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Y'all let's talk about a few reasons I love these Sweet </span><span style="caret-color: rgb(28, 30, 41); white-space: pre-wrap;">Potatoes </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">in the freezer section.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<li style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">The Sweet PotaTOASTS bags cost less than seven bucks. And with my rebate, you can get $3 off your purchase of <a href="https://ooh.li/5b7f30a">Sweet PotaTOASTS</a>. </span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Y'all already know sweet potatoes are the best thing since sliced bread. No, they are, but no one ever wants to wait for them to boil and then cook. Well, Sweet PotaTOASTS are frozen, meanin' they come already cooked. Now, that is my kind of meal hack.</span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Pop them </span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">in</span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> </span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">a</span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> toaster </span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">or</span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> </span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">the</span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> oven </span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">for</span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> </span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">a</span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> few minutes, </span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">and</span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> they </span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">are</span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> ready </span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">to</span><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> go.</span> </span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"> Fourth not only are they Whole3o, Paleo and Keto approved, but sweet potatoes are a nutrient-dense food. Did you know one sweet potato is about 4 grams of fiber for every 100 calories? This sweet potato toast is also a clean label, a single-ingredient product that is an excellent source of vitamin A & C, B6, </span></li>
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<span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Pop them, Top them. Did I do a thing? I think I did, y'all.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The best part is you can top these bad boys anyway you would like. I chose to make a few breakfast sandwiches out of my sweet potato toast. Y'all already know I added all the avocado. Hello, I'm a Texan. We put avocado on everythin'.</span></div>
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<li style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Finally enjoy open-faced or with a slice of sweet potato toast on top.</li>
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<li style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">On top of the cream cheese add a few layers of smoked salmon slices. </li>
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Each year I've enjoyed tryin' to guess the newest flavor and this year is no different. Recently I went on a hike and came back to make this delicious cocktail usin' local <a href="http://www.glitzngrits.com/2016/03/grapefruit-agua-fresca.html" target="_blank">Texas grapefruit</a>.</div>
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Alesheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11959159746683961082noreply@blogger.com142tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7806059911766898237.post-70630942576766188502019-05-29T14:51:00.001-05:002019-07-08T21:13:17.763-05:00Barton Springs Pool- Austin Texas Zilker Park<script src="//d23ekigfgt2mcd.cloudfront.net/TrackingPixelJS/2a77da2a-553c-43a2-a181-cc7736bc2b2d-CAMPAIGN462.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br />
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Is it as hot where you are as it is here in Texas? Y'all already know the past few weekends I was away campin' and goodness I can't even explain to Y'all how hot it was. I always chuckle when summer starts to roll around and all the campin' season hashtags begin to sprout.<br />
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Here in Texas, whole sections of the state are so hot that it isn't advised to camp or hike in the summer. For Example, one of our National Parks Big Bend takes down the online registration to detour visitors because the entire park sits in a mountainous desert that gets upwards of 110+ on a chilly day. Nevertheless, we camp and hike anyway. Usually, you'll find me doin' day hikes at local places or near the beach. The Texas heat always calls for a cool and refreshin' snack after a long day.<br />
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These 5 Ingredient homemade Frozen Yogurt Bites are the perfect Summer treat. And they're a healthier option to boot, Y'all.</h2>
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I love anything that has granola and peanut butter in it so I welcome the chance to eat them any chance I get. The filling is blended with <a href="https://ooh.li/596671a" rel="nofollow">Honey Vanilla Greek Gods® Yogurt</a>.</div>
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The silky smooth texture, mixed with the honey makes Greek Gods® Greek-Style Yogurt not only flavorful but free of the traditional tartness most greek yogurts have.<br />
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Here's how to make the delicious Five-Ingredient Frozen Yogurt Bites</h3>
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<li>You'll need your favorite granola brand and some unsalted peanut butter. Blend the peanut butter and granola in a high-speed blender until the texture is smooth and all the chunks are gone. I used about three cups of granola to one cup of peanut butter. Once your crust is blended, spread them out evenly in greased cupcake liner making sure to leave room for layers. Place your cupcake trays in the freezer so that the crust starts to Harden.</li>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">An </span><a href="http://bit.ly/2JmBWYh" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">REI Membership</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is $20 and lasts a lifetime. Yes, I did say that the membership lasts a lifetime. As an REI Member, members enjoy some great rewards.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Here’s an example of the current rewards that members can take advantage of; REI Members Save 20% on one full-price item, and an extra 20% off one REI Outlet Item plus </span><a href="http://bit.ly/2JmBWYh" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">REI Members</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> get an additional 10% back (2 times your dividend) when you spend $50 or more on REI co-op brand items until April 8th like this </span><a href="http://bit.ly/2JfCKhi" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">REI Co-op Women’s Trailsmith Jacket</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><a href="http://bit.ly/2Ckom1j" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">REI Co-op Women’s Trailsmith Shorts</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> or even the </span><a href="http://bit.ly/2J9L16q" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">REI Co-op Women Trailsmith Anarok</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Currently, I have my promotional code sittin' on the nightstand next to my dividend card ready to purchase an outdoor tripod for my camera.
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The holidays can be a joyous but stressful time. Endless dinner parties and functions. Gifts and thank you notes. Growin' up in The South I like to think I've perfected bein' a perfect hostess or attendee. So, I got together with a few of my favorite Southern Ladies and made this guide: A Southerner's Guide to Holiday Etiquette.<br />
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Let's start from the beginnin', shall we?<br />
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<b>RSVP:</b><br />
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In the world of online datin' and social media sites like Facebook, it can often be hard to remember things. Waitn' untill the day to RSVP for somethin' is still not ok. Think of it this way: If dinner will be served the hostess needs to know how much food to prepare or cater and no one wants to be makin' changes at the last minute. You may read this rule and laugh thinkin' it's a no-brainer, but you'd be surprised. I can't tell you how many ladies in my Junior League Brunch group forget to update their RSVP on a monthly basis.<br />
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It isn't rare to be invited to more than one function around the holidays. Here in The South, it's common. Just let your hostess know ahead of time if you'll need to duck out early enough where it'll go noticed. But, just remember duckin' out from a dinner party isn't the same as leavin' a gift exchange early. And just as leavin' a dinner party is never ok unless lettin' the hostess know, arrivin' late is never ok. Be mindful and respectful of others time.<br />
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<b>PLUS 1</b><br />
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The perfect guest never brings an uninvited guest. If your hostess didn't include them on the invite, there is bound to be a reason. And don't be offended when Aunt Sally doesn't invite the new beau when you can't even keep them straight.<br />
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<b>Dietary Restrictions:</b><br />
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Never wait until the last minute to let your hostess know of any dietary accommodations that may be needed. This doesn't mean you don't like turkey.<br />
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<b>Distractions at the Dinner table:</b><br />
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A few years ago we had a dinner party at my best friends parents house to celebrate her then engagement to her now husband. I'll never forget one of the boys lookin' shocked when we asked everyone to not only dress like they came from somewhere but to leave their phones away from the dinner table. I later found out his family wasn't very traditional.<br />
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Traditional or not there are specific rules of etiquette one must follow at the table no matter how silly they may seem and electronics at the table is a big one. To this day if we are on our phones at the table not engaging with family Grandma Johnnie will reach over and take your phone from your hand. "It just plain rude," she always says. And you should wait to be excused from the table. I'll never forget bein' a kid, and we went to someones house for dinner. Not only did I get up from the table without permission but I took my shoes off and put my feet in the seat. I've never seen my dad madder or embarrassed as he was at that moment. Never again did I do that.<br />
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Always offer to help clean and clear dishes even though a gracious hostess will deny the offer.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Side note: Get the Hen recipe <a href="http://www.glitzngrits.com/2015/01/dem-boys-eat-cornish-hens_23.html">HERE</a></span><br />
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<b>Dinner Talk</b><br />
<b><br /></b> It is never ok to bring up politics or religion. I know we all have that one Uncle, but that doesn't make it right. It is, however, acceptable to politely change the conservation when there is an awkward lull. For example, a few years back at a family reunion, we had a BBQ. Even I have that Uncle. I found myself cornered and didn't know what to do or say. My cousin immediately saw and came to my rescue. Some of the younger cousins had started a game of frisbee and, he wanted to know if I wanted to join. A polite way of endin' the political conservation no one wanted to engage in without bein' rude.<br />
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<b>Overstayin' your Welcome:</b><br />
<b><br /></b> It is never ok to be that person that doesn't know when to go home. My Mother made a joke after Thanksgiving dinner as I helped her wash dishes that she was thankful one of our family friends always knew when it was time to go and put her kids to bed. I marveled at how pleased she was for this.<br />
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<b>Thank you notes and Hostess Gifts:</b><br />
<b><br /></b> Never be the person that shows up empty handed or doesn't say thank you. While the world has moved digital thank you notes should still be analog, send a thank you note or card within a week of attendin' a dinner party or function.<br />
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And always remember to bring somethin' for the hostess. It is still polite to ask if you can do anythin' to help if the invite doesn't say to bring a dish. A great hostess will always refuse your offer, but you always ask anyway.<br />
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Personally, I like to bring a bottle of wine as a thank you gift when bein' invited over. I know some of these unwritten rules may sound silly, but you never know who doesn't know. A few years back I had a friend look at me appalled as we stopped at a local wine store before goin' to a Junior League Dinner Party. He didn't realize it was customary to bring such things.<br />
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Wine for the holidays is always the answer and If you need a good wine may I suggest <a href="https://ooh.li/a0a9366" rel="nofollow">Wente Wine</a>? The 2017 Rivera Chardonnay is my favorite. Founded in the 1800's I love how Wente is not only celebratin' 135 years but prides itself on creatin' great memories with those we want to make time with most. So, you better get to stockin' up cause the holidays are in full swing and I know you'll need a great hostess gift.<br />
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What did I miss? What's one etiquette tip you think everyone should follow?<br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Cheesecake has become my obsession as of late. As a little one, my dad would always fuss at me for stickin' spoon after spoon in the cream cheese and eatin' it for a snack leavin' none for our morning bagels. Many a Sunday after church we'd eat lunch at the famed Cheesecake Factory; classic cheesecake with extra strawberry toppin' was always my order of choice. Momma would scoff when I beggged to eat dessert before the main course.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In Hs, my best friends worked at a local cafe, and we'd always show right before closin' after the Friday Night Football game and use their discount order a strawberry cheesecake. I know the waitress probably had a chuckle or two when she would see us comin'.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">I can still remember the first time I rode that Schwinn bike without trainin' wheels. I was 10 and it was the Fall of 5th grade. I decided I'd no longer be the only one in class who couldn't ride a bike. We lived in the city then and I marched my pink and purple bike from our second story apartment down to the empty parkin' lot next door and rode until I no longer fell. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The days since those younger years have since passed but the memories still ever present and the love of the outdoors grows evermore. As we train to hike the 92 mile Lone Star Trial we've takin' to any functional fitness that gets us outdoors and tickin' off the miles.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The LB Houston Nature Trail is in California Crossing Park. The trail sits in Dallas just off of W Northwest Hwy and boasts a 7.6-mile loop just off the lake.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sanson Park is in Fort Worth Texas; you know the FW in DFW that everyone forgets. Sansom Park not to be confused with the town of Sansom Park in Tarrant County. Sanon Park is a member of the Fort Worth Mountain Bikers Association. The trial is several connecting loops that overlook Lake Worth. The trail is separated by white and red trails with Red bein' more advanced.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Oak Cliff Nature Preserve, originally a scout camp is 121-acre wooded local in the city of Dallas that is preserved by the Texas Land Conservancy. The southern end of the Preserve borders File Mile Creek and at present-day Oak Cliff Nature Preserve has 8-miles of trail shaded by pecan trees.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Want to take your next hikin' trip but need some help? Read more for the four steps: cardio, strength training, snacks at McDonald’s during the Trick. Treat. Win! Game at McDonald’s And addin’ a pack that helps me prepare. </span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1) Cardio. </span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cardio doesn't have to be scary. Cardio means gettin' your heart rate up. We are buildin' endurance and your aerobic capacity so you can hike once a day. Slowly increase your workouts so that you can handle an hour-long session a few times a week. Cardio can be walkin' stairs, findin' a local trail or hill near you. </span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you start 8-12 weeks before your next big trip that is ideal. The more you prepare, not only will you be better conditioned but you will enjoy your hike more. Remember, we all start somewhere. Progression takes time. No one starts off doin' long hikes overnight even when trainin'.</span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2) Strength Training</span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Havin' a strong and stable core is the key to doin' most physical activity in life. A stronger core allows you to have better stability and balance and that is key when hikin' difficult terrain.' You can do these exercises at home in just a few minutes before you start your day. Because of my back, I modify my core exercises, and I prefer things like planks and squats. Start by holidn' a plan for a few seconds a few times a day. As the days increase so should the amount of second that you can hold a plank. My sister always laughs at me because sometimes I'll be in front of the microwave doin' squats as the microwave runs. Five minutes of squats a day helps.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">4) Backpack</span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You've started walking around your neighborhood. You've added a few core exercises to your day, and you've added some tremendously yummy McDonald’s smoothies; now you are ready to add your pack. When trainin' you want to do your best to mimic your actual trip like wearin the shoes and socks you plan to hike in to lessen the risk of blisters when you are on the trail.</span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are not able to walk around your neighborhood or a local park wearin' the pack, you will be campin' in find a daypack or a backpack. Fill the backpack with weight and walk. Once you have done this for a bit, you are ready to add more extended weekend walks into the mix.</span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Follow these tips to prepare you for your next hike.</span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What's your favorite type of smoothie or coffee?</span>Alesheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11959159746683961082noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7806059911766898237.post-46310993425999290992018-10-05T00:54:00.001-05:002018-10-05T00:54:24.414-05:00Jack-O-Lantern Calzone
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;">Fall is one of my favorite times of the year. I don't know if is the cooler weather, the state fair or that Texas finally gets or the fact that my birthday falls durin' this time, but it is just somethin' about this soothin' seasonin'. Down here in Texas Fall means tailgates and parties galore. Whether it be parties for your favorite sports team or parties for your next holiday, we love to do it all.</span></span></div>
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;">This Fall I'm consumed with trainin' to hike the Lone Star Trail in the Sam Houston National Park. If you missed me talkin' about the trail ( how could you) it is a 92 miles footpath that boasts bein' the longest in Texas.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;">This good Jack-O-Lantern Calzone that I made are not only high protein as I train but fun and perfect for your next holiday party like Halloween.</span></span></div>
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Texans love to say, "If you don’t like the weather, wait five minutes (and it will change)." While Mark Twain originally uttered the words about New England, no more exact words have ever been said about Texas and its weather. I always joke with Non- Texans that in no other states can you see all of the wonders of the world. I live in North Texas: land of the Prairies and Lakes also known as the Blacklands. Head just a little east, and you'll find forest upon forest littered with piney woods. Head further south, and we have beaches till your heart's content. Head to the Texas Panhandle, and you'll be greeted by the most beautiful canyons you've ever seen. Head west and southwest you've entered the land of deserts, sand dunes, and mountains. Yes, Yes Texas has mountains. I could continue, but you get the point. So, if you don't like the weather, wait as it's bound to change.</div>
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In Texas, if we let the weather dictate what we did outside, we'd spend half the year shut up in the house hidin' form the unbearable heat and the random rain storms.</div>
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Let's be honest: I prefer the heat. Anythin' under 80 heck under 90 and I'm bundled to the high heavens wishin' for the sun to come. But life is about learnin' to dance in the rain or so say they. Well, I think I'll camp in the rain instead.</div>
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Rain pants are worn over your hikin' pants and meant to keep you dry. I am not much a fan of rain pants, so I always wear a pair of hikin' pants that are made for inclement weather but If that is not your style pack your rain pants near the outside of your pack so that they are easily accessible.</div>
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A proper rain jack can make or break an outdoor trip quick fast and in a hurry. Outdoor experts will tell you that orange is great in inclement weather as well as fall, but Y'all know pink in my color. When lookin' for a good rain jacket, a functional hood is a must. Heat escapes your body from your head and your feet.</div>
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You should always have an extra pair of clothes when campin' and especially in the rain. Stay away from items like cotton that tend to hold in water. Opt for fabrics that are synthetic and lightweight like nylon. Wool socks are great for keepin' your feet dry and warm. When packin' your backpack pack extra close closest to the outside, so they are quickly accessible. The less you have to remove your rain cover and open your pack the better chance you stand of keepin' your items dry and have fun campin' in the rain.</div>
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If your pack is not already waterproof rain covers for your bag are the perfect way to make sure all the items inside of your pack stay dry. Find a cover that matches how many liters your pack will hold.</div>
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When campin' havin' what I call base shoes is important. No one wants to walk around camp in clunky hikin' shoes. This is where <a href="https://ooh.li/bca1ff3" rel="nofollow">Totes Cirrus Rainboot</a> (will be linked) come in. Not only are these rain shoes "Made with Totes' proprietary Everywear™ technology, they are 60% lighter than other boots and every bit as strong. They are tough as boots, light as clouds." Let's be honest: the less weight in my pack the more room for snacks and camera gear. The best part of the Totes Cirrus Rainboot are not only are they easy to fold up but they have loops in the back that make them easy to hook to any pack inside or under your rain cover. Wear a pair of wool socks and you are sure to be able to walk around camp while your feet stay dry as a whistle. No one wants blisters now do they?</div>
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You should always check where you will be campin' before you camp. What are the conditions of the trail? Is the trail you wanted to hike washed out? Is there higher ground just off the trail to make camp?</div>
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We on the trail quick and hearty meals are ideal because no one wants to be trying to cook in the middle of the day on a wet trail. Remember that not only do you burn more calories in outdoor activities, but you also burn more calories in the rain outside. Pack to have a warm meal at dinner if weather permits. Don't forget waterproof matches. Nothin' worse than preparin' for dinner only to find you have no matches that will work. Ask me about my trip to Enchanted Rock. I'm still bitter about the spoiled meat and my hungry belly.</div>
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Footprints for your tent are placed under your tent to help keep the bottom of your tent dry. You can also use your additional footprint to make a vestibule around your tent and store your went items such as hikin' or rain shoes. Wet items should say out of your tent as much as possible to keep your pack and ' back dry and save you from a further headache later in the trip. Always remember to pitch your tent on higher ground so as not to wake up in a basin of water.</div>
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Nourish. Buddha. What do you call these tasty bowls? I've spent the last few weeks trainin': The plan to hike The Lone Star Trail. I've always heard that hustle is 80 to 90% percent your diet and the other 10 to 20 percent is your fitness. Health goals are one and lost in the kitchen. As I've spent the last month trainin' these Budda bowls, have become a staple in my diet. I love how versatile these Nourish bowls are and easy to add so many fresh ingredients.<br />
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Before we get into the Buddha bowl recipe that only took 30 minutes to make and is perfect for a weeknight dinner, your next campin' trip or even a school lunch let's talk a second about the picture featured above.<br />
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Lundberg White Rice & Quinoa Entree, made with American grown grains was a great addition to these Nourish Bowls. I appreciate that the grains are not only organic, but the box instructions were not just easy to follow but convenient. My family loved the <a href="http://www.lundberg.com/products/entrees-sides/" rel="nofollow">Lundberg White Rice</a> in their bowls while I opted for the Quinoa. Quinoa as been somethin' I've been lovin' lately and eatin' more. You don't even have to wait for the water to boil.<br />
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Eight miles. Eight miles is what it took for our souls and feet to become. Eight, Eight the same age I was when I first discovered nature on a Scout campout. Many years have passed since that first cold campout lost in the woods of East Texas with no gloves. I still look back at the trip with fond memories. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Eight miles. Eight miles, what I am to have my scouts accomplish. Some time back nature came callin' again. It whispered to me, told me it missed me. Nature asked me why I'd abandoned her so. So, I set out to reclaim what was once a past childhood time: to enjoy backpackin' again.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The plan: take a small group of local girl scouts on their first backpackin' trip and show them the outdoors is nothin' they need to fear. In return: trainin' for The Lone Star Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. 92 miles. 92 miles, the longest footpath in Texas. Fall would be our hike.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Lake Texoma Cross Timbers Trailhead to be exact. 8 miles. 8 miles would be the star of our trainin'. The start of our Journey. We'd scope the trail and report back.<br />
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Eager to begin our trek to test the trail before we took the scouts we set out. We made quick work of the first three miles Eager to have a breeze off the lake to guide our path. We reached the Marina a few hours. We made quick work to Lost Loop where we planned to make camp. Supper was a hearty stew that we scarfed down no problem. <o:p></o:p></div>
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As the dark of the night set in so did the animals and doubted... Did we belong in nature? No one we passed looked like us. Was that a coyote? Did you hear that rustle? The night spent restless and awake dragged on like a soap opera. Middle of the night broke as we woke to animals and people jostling around our tent. I prayed. I suppose it's all I know to do at times and eventually slept overtook.<br />
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Morning broke and lounged. Listened as the animals scampered away from the daylight. Looked at the dew that dripped off our tent. Mornin' camp routines proceeded, and we packed up camp. We'd seen enough of the trail to know what we'd present to the girls and parents at the backpackin' interest meetin'.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Faithful Cicis came into view. Carbs we told ourself. Carbloadin' is what we did because not only does Cicis have the best price of Endless Pan Pizza, you can order the new Baked Pasta to-go.<o:p></o:p></div>
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He smiled as he handed me containers of pasta. Back so soon he chuckled. See you next week I hollered. We got many miles to go.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Any given day it's not uncommon to walk into the front door of my house and see kid runnin' every which direction. Family truly is what you make it to me, and that is no more evident than here in The South.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In the summertime you'll find the house strewn with swimsuits, sunscreen, and towels. The outdoors are always callin' our name.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The same is said about the last few weeks since our community pool has opened. The cold water much needed durin' this Texas heatwave we seem to have every summer. Our family needs to be outside enjoyin' Texas.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Just the other day one of my sister's friends was over, and she jokes, "Y'all sure do love to get together and eat pizza." The truth is, it's not uncommon to find us not needin' a reason to gather and celebrate.<o:p></o:p></div>
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As we gear up for the 242nd birthday of our great nation, the parties will, and the festivities will be abundant. I am excited for the $5 Large Pizza deal that Cici's Pizza will have this Fourth of July.<o:p></o:p></div>
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While you take time to spend with friends and family this Fourth of July make sure you hug your family a little tighter and count your blessings and Happy Fourth of July, Y'all!</div>
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<iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qfO9WAs17nQ" width="560"></iframe>Alesheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11959159746683961082noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7806059911766898237.post-79801131617521594562018-06-18T10:48:00.003-05:002018-06-18T10:48:27.211-05:00 Cicis Buffet Italiano<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It’d taken us just over four hours to reach our destination; Blanco, Texas. I eye Olde Blanco Emporium and Marketplace on the historic Square, the Texas heat threatenin’ to overtake us. I take a sip of my refreshing<a href="https://ooh.li/625df13" rel="nofollow"> Sparking Ice</a> as we walk over. The sign glares: “No Food or Drink inside.” I reach to open my camera bag, shovin’ the remain’ contents of my jerky stick and drink in the bag. An older Coast Guard Veteran motions us over. He wants us to see his novel collection. A Western and Mysteries writer he was workin’ for his sales. We saunter over, happy to be in from the heat. He smiles as I grab a business card. <br />
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I eye him, “Sir”- I begin, “What is Blanco known for?”<br />
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“You know Blanco is white,” he replies.<br />
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I cringe. He notices my confusion. “Blanco means white. Blanco is known for Lavender and white rock.”<br />
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“Oh,” I chuckle. “Did you know the Blanco river runs over the white rock?” “No, Sir I didn’t. Thank you for the info.”<br />
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We continued throughout the store fascinated by the beautiful pieces we had no business touchin’.<br />
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We saunter out the store, the Texas heat once again hotter than satans toenails. Jeff perks up, "did you need any more pictures of the Historic Square?"<br />
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"No," I mutter. We've visited all the shops and supported the vendors. The Lavender fields are callin' our name.<br />
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We pull into Lavender Lane Farms, and you can feel the excitement in the car. To pickin' Lavender, we shall go. 10 dollars a bushel or 17$ for two seemed like a fair price to us. I quickly look over only to realize in the hustle and bustle of all the excitement I lost my twist tie to pick Lavender. No worry, I was just there for the pictures anyway.<br />
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The farm was smaller than I imagined but the smell, oh the smell hit you like a ton of bricks. The lavender a delight to my nose. We bounced through the farm takin' pic after pic careful not to take to much lavender from one place.<br />
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Content with our lavender, pictures and the prospect that we'd cross another item off the Travelin Texas Bucket List we made our way back to the car. The heat had worn us out, and dinner was in our near future. GPS in hand, Jeff made a frown when he quickly realized there weren't many options on this side of The Hill Country. "I told you," I nagged. I was just this way a few weeks ago, and there's nothin' on this end.<br />
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"I'll drive," he goes you edit the pictures. I need some for Instagram. He reaches for a Blanco, Texas brochure: It says here you also have to visit Blanco State Park, Buggy Barn Museum, Pioneer Museum and some local breweries and distilleries. Did you want to go? I'm ok I mummer.<br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;"><span style="font-size: small;">I sit on Instagram amazed at their beauty. I'm not a fan of snow, but that doesn't matter. The Bison so majestic I ignore. I snap a screenshot and immediately send out a frantic text.</span></span></div>
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">"Why didn't anyone tell me we had Bison in Texas," I text. "We must camp with them. Y'all know they are my favorite. I want to play with them. They even roam the park."</span></span></span></div>
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">Jeff is the first to text back. A simple, "ABSOLUTELY NOT." "I value my life he continues. I will not be believin' and achievin' that."</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">I whimper. We will camp with the Texas State Bison Herd, I reply.</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">Nine months soldier past and my 30th birthday approaches. Signs cut in the shape of Bison that read Turkey Texas adone the road. The Ford screeches as it rolls past the first cattle guard. I perk up in the front seat camera in hand. I wear the excitement of a kindergartner on her first day of school. The wonder and amazement I dress like a badge of honor. Sign rears into view, "Home of the Official Texas State Bison Herd." are descendants of a herd started by Charles and Mary Ann Goodnight in 1878 during the height of the bison slaughter.</span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">I happily bounce into the Ranger station, ID in hand ready to confirm the reservation and see all the Bison Texas has to offer. We set up camp, loaded up on water and were prepared to hit the trails. We found ourself startin' from the bottom, headed to the top: The upper Canyon trail to be exact. We made quick work of the five miles careful not to slide down the loose limestone and rock from a previous rainstorm. We reach Devil's Peak with ease: content with the vast view of the Texas Panhandle.</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-size: small;">Comin' down the Canyon, we took our time, enjoyin' the solitude as we walked to many of the checkpoints on the State Park Map. I found myself bouncin' and bouncin'. I had yet to see a Bison and I was determined to finally come face to face with my favorite animal on my birthday.</span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">Tips: Caprock Canyon is in the Panhandle of Texas. The trials are vast and diverse. Make sure not to be in the lower canyon while it rains or at night. The night is when the bison roam the canyon and rain leads to floodin'. None of the trails have water, and the few streams that are available are reserved for the natural wildlife. Make sure to stop by the Ranger Station or Water Spicket and fill up before you embark on any trails Always stay at least 100 yards</span><span class="Apple-converted-space" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;"> </span>from the Bison and if you come upon one remember to keep quiet and move slow.<br />
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Everybody is somebody in Luckenbach.<br />
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Luckenbach, Texas population: 3 as of the early 2000's<br />
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Luckenbach, Texas became popular 'cause of the Country Song: Luckenbach Texas by Waylon Jennings.<br />
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Luckenbach, Texas sits on Ranch Road 1376 and is about 20 to 20 mins South of Fredericksburg, Texas and is an old post office and dance hall. That is the extent of Luckenbach.<br />
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If you're ever in the area make the trip to Luckenbach to see the history, get a cold one or hear a song.<br />
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<br />Alesheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11959159746683961082noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7806059911766898237.post-70210633926091654112018-05-22T23:00:00.000-05:002018-08-07T23:05:42.926-05:00Travel guide: Dinosaur Valley State Park<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14.3px;">This post is sponsored by Kleenex but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 14.3px;">I can still feel the soreness in the balls of my feet, even as I sit to write this short recap. I suppose next time ill bring water shoes or flip flops before I venture into the rocky swimmin' hole of Plauxy River at Dinosaur Valley.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.3px;"><span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">Speakin' of Dinosaur Valley State Park: </span></span><span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px;">Each Travel Guide I love to link the full </span><a href="http://www.glitzngrits.com/2012/11/travelin-texan.html" style="border: 0px; color: #febeac; font-family: "Sorts Mill Goudy", serif; font-size: 14.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;">#TravelinTexan</a><span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px;"> bucket list so Y'all can see the entire list. Shall we get into this quick little trip? And hang until the end to see what</span><span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px;"> </span><a href="https://ooh.li/5b8f767" rel="nofollow" style="border: 0px; color: #febeac; font-family: "Sorts Mill Goudy", serif; font-size: 14.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Kleenex Wet Wipes</a><span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px;"> has to do with the </span><a href="https://ooh.li/5b8f767" rel="nofollow" style="border: 0px; color: #febeac; font-family: "Sorts Mill Goudy", serif; font-size: 14.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;">World Wildlife Foundation </a><span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px;">and bein' the Travelin' Texan.</span></span>
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; text-align: justify;"><br /><span style="font-size: 14.3px;">I've never much had a fascination for dinosaurs. The little knowledge and interest born from my sister's fascination. But, the thought of seein' dinosaur tracks peeked my interest. To stand where the beautiful creatures walked, danced and ate millions of years ago. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">We packed up midday Tuesday and made the short two-hour drive to the state park in Glen Rose Texas next to Dinosaur World. We quickly checked in with the Ranger Station and paid the seven dollars per person for a day pass. We made a quick study of the trails map and realized the Cedar Brake Outer loop trail that we had intended to do would not happen that day. The path was roughly seven and a half miles long but took you to none of the historical sites or dinosaur tracks. We only had four and a half hours to spend at the park, and that trail would have to be for another time. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">We opted for the Blue Hole Trail as it had dinosaur tracks and led to a swimming hole at the Plauxy River. The map said it would take about 30 minutes, but we made the trek within minutes. We found ourself at an indention of the PlauxyRiver. We spent much time enjoyin' the colder areas and swimmin' around. We even waded over to see the permanent footprints of animals long gone.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">We quickly made our way back to the car and grabbed our camp bag ready to head to the day use area and cook a quick lunch. As soon as we reached the car, it was then I realized the bag that kept all the outdoor cookin' equipment had a hole and part of the camp stove was missin'. I joked, </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">"I guess we will be eatin' these vegetables as the dinosaurs did: uncooked."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">As we made our way to the large day use area Avery and I began to disagree on which table we should sit. Avery wanted the shadiest area of the park while I wanted a cleaner spot. We compromised and picked Avery's table. I turned to notice a long pink item sittin' next to the outdoor grill. I mentioned Avery to go over and see what it was while I divided or uncooked vegetables. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">Avery quickly hollered, " Its a fire poker. This grill is still hot. Someone just used it and didn't put the fire out correctly. Think we can get the fire back?"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">"Yes," I hollered. "There are tons of dead leaves and trees here, and I have a lighter."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">Moments later the grill began to smoke as fire engulfed the now relit fire. Avery started hollerin', "LOOK AT GOD. LOOK AT GOD," as I ran back to the car to get the camp pot!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">After lu</span><span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">nch, we drove around the park optin' to find one of the scenic overlooks. We chose to stay close to the Plauxy River and do the trails on that end for time's sake. Plauxy River Nature Trail and Limestone Ledge Trail were in our view. Avery held is Bluetooth speaker yammerin' along to an old RnB song as I stood under a water faucet gulpin' all the water. We looked up to see an elderly gentleman laugh as he disappeared into the bush.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif;">Tired and thirsty we made our way back to the car, the four hour trip through Dinosaur Valley State Park.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px; text-align: justify;">With that bein' said one of the many selfish things I love about bein' able to partner with Kimberly-Clark Cooperation is that I purchased all the </span><a href="https://ooh.li/5b8f767" rel="nofollow" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #febeac; font-family: "Sorts Mill Goudy", serif; font-size: 14.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Kleenex</a> wet wipes <span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px; text-align: justify;">from my laptop and had them delivered next day. Easy convenience so I could focus on other fun parts of campin'. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px; text-align: justify;">Y'all know I love a good Kleenex product and mention them periodically on my hikin' how to post. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px; text-align: justify;">I chose the germ removal wet wipes and they are perfect when in nature and away from a place to wash your hands.</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px; text-align: justify;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px; text-align: justify;">And Y'all know I love a good coupon or deal; I get it from my Daddy, or so I'm told. You can save $2.00 off in coupons usin' </span><a href="https://ooh.li/5b8f767" rel="nofollow" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #febeac; font-family: "sorts mill goudy", serif; font-size: 14.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">Amazon</a><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px; text-align: justify;">. You can't beat that deal. You can also get the same deals with Cottonelle and Scott and Viva paper towels.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px; text-align: justify;">But, the best part. Yes, the best part is that from now until 2020 the Kimberly- Clark Cooperation is partnering with the WWF and Forest Steward Council to raise awareness on the importance os usin' products that have fiber that comes from managed forest responsibly. As someone who has not only made Texas my bucket list but I spend much of my time when I'm not brunchin' outside in Nature, I'm on board. It also helps that I went to a college that is one of the top Foresty and Agriculture Colleges in the state of Texas.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "sorts mill goudy" , serif; font-size: 14.3px; text-align: justify;">All, you have to do is make sure when you shop the package has the Forest Stewardship Council label and you're all set. I like the idea of doin' good and findin' a way to "Heart Your plant." Somethin' so simple but will have such a huge impact.</span>Alesheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11959159746683961082noreply@blogger.com4