Sunday, May 12, 2013

Oriental Asparagus Salad

Vegetables are a must on a diet.  I suggest carrot cake, zucchini bread, and pumpkin pie.  ~Jim Davis

Good morning Peeps,
It is again the age of asparagus. I have been cutting like crazy and have pretty much just been steaming and roasting so far. I am planning on sharing some yummy recipes this season. This is a recipe that I shared last year but is so good it bears repeating again this year for the age of asparagus. Enjoy!
Oriental Asparagus Salad
1 pound of asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. veg. oil (I used olive oil)
1 Tbsp. vinegar
2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. sesame seeds, toasted
1/4-1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
In a saucepan, cook the asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 3-4 min. Drain well and place in a large bowl.
Combine the rest of the ingredients and pour over asparagus, toss to coat.
Cover and chill (for at least an hour)
Off to the garden to watch the asparagus grow. You can seriously watch it grow right before your eyes. 
Have an awesome week! 
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Happy Mother's Day!


To all you women out there I want to wish you a lovely and special mother's day,whether you are a mom a, a grandma or a daughter.

 To those women who find this day painful and so desire to be a mom, my heart and prayers go out to you. I don't think anyone can truly understand the pain and longing that this day can bring to your broken heart.

God has a purpose and sees you. Sees your pain and knows your longing. Don't ever stop hoping or praying. He wants to give you the desires of your heart.

Today lets celebrate our moms but never forget those who want to be a mom and today brings sadness.Wrap your arms around them and give a them a big hug. You don't need to say a thing just love them and let them know you care.

You all mean so much me to me. Your comments and encouragement keep me motivated to provide interesting and inspiring material. Thanks for your sweet comments as  I learn and grow in this blogging arena. Until next time....

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Sunday, May 5, 2013

Home Tour: Living/Dining

Good Morning Sunshines,
I do believe that Spring has indeed sprung. I plan on being very busy out doors as long as weather permits and will probably be sharing quite a bit of the gardens and am planning at least a couple of other projects that you should see in the coming weeks so I thought it might be a good idea to post a couple more rooms for you to tour of the inside. Like I've said before there are always things that I would like to do and add but for the time being I will be focusing most of my attention outside. Today I have my Living/Dining area to share. The curtains are not up but I like the semi bare windows in the summer anyway. I am thinking about hunting for a living room rug to switch out for the summer. Something with some lighter colors or maybe even a natural fiber. I would love a bleached cow hide but for now my attention is on the riot of colors unfolding in the garden.
Your To Do list for May is simple
Get outside.
Dig in the dirt.
Plant something pretty.
Wash your windows to let the sunshine in.
Make some lemonade or iced tea, drink it outside.
Wash you car in your shorts or less.
Try a recipe with Asparagus or one with Strawberries and Rhubarb.
Enjoy the warmth and sunshine. 

Here is a quick tour of my living room/diningroom before you head out. 
Thanks for visiting today. I wish you a beautiful week. 

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