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Halloween Doesn't Scare Her at All

While editing pics from visiting my parent's Halloween display (they really go all out), a saw a running theme among the pics. My daughter's innocent total lack of fear, when it came to things that I would expect to frighten her. Her response...fascination. She had no fear at all. Even the big devil in the haunted house section didn't phase her one bit. Last year it made her scream. Here she abuses the the midget killer clown. After tweaking his nose several times, she went after his Continue Reading

Creamy Mushroom Orzo Recipe

This is a quick and tasty side dish, which goes wonderfully with grilled meats, and salmon. This Creamy Mushroom Orzo is a great choice, when you are looking for a quick side. It cooks faster than rice, and can be left al dente without turning off your guests. Great alternative to risotto. This orzo dish makes a great side for Garlic Tilapia, air fryer chicken drumsticks or blackened salmon. Don't miss my other orzo recipes either! My Broccoli Chicken Orzo Alfredo and Continue Reading

De Odor Works Stainless Steel Deodorant Bar Review

As someone who worked in restaurants for many years, I was familiar with the practice of chefs/cooks rubbing their fingers on stainless steel, under running water to remove kitchen odors like garlic, onions and fish. Hence, when I was approached to review the De Odor Works stainless steel deodorant bar, I didn't find the technology particularly odd or unbelievable. Stainless Steel Deodorant Bar The deodorant bars are made of approximately 2 ounces of medical grade stainless steel, so they Continue Reading

Crispy Grilled Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

I've been using this crispy grilled chicken drumsticks recipe for some time now. This is a basic recipe for a coating to grill your chicken in. It it very thin, but locks the juices in and helps the skin crisp up nicely. It also serves as a nice base to stick sauce to. Baste the drumsticks in your sauce of choice at the end of cooking, it will stick well. During poor weather, I use the same coating in the oven, just make sure to turn the chicken several times during cooking, so you won't Continue Reading

Eureka Pet Pal Bagless Vacuum Review

Eureka Pet Vacuum I was recently contacted by Eureka and asked if I would like to review their new Pet Pal vacuum ( a Walmart exclusive). I have had good a experience with Eureka vacuums in the past, and own a German Shepherd, who seems to be shedding every time I turn around, so I happily agreed to review this bagless vacuum specifically designed to clean up pet hair. When the Pet Pal vacuum arrived, I promptly set to putting it together. The process was very simple, and the only tool Continue Reading

Quick Pickled Cubanelle Peppers Recipe

I love pickled peppers, so when I saw a great deal on Cubanelle peppers, I grabbed a few to pickle. These peppers are sweet rather than spicy, and are easier on the stomach, in my opinion. Quick pickled Cubanelle peppers are extremely easy to make, and go great cooked with pork or chicken, and go well on pizza and sandwiches, as well. The pickled peppers are made in a strong brine, so that they will be ready fast (in just a couple hours) and maintain their crispness. Most of this batch Continue Reading