You decide

What kind of day are you having?

When I woke this morning I decided that mine was going to be a
Happy Day .

Because just face it ...

Life is too short to not be Happy!

So when you go to sleep tonight ... think Happy Thoughts.

When YOU get up tomorrow ... 
Decide that your day will be a Happy One!

Allow things to pass

Whether you know who Warren Buffett is or not, the man is pretty intelligent.  He is someone that we should at least listen to every now and then.

Although I've never been to one of his Stockholder's meetings, which I understand are pretty awesome, he is more than just an investment wonder.

Yes he has made a ton of money for himself and those who invest with him but he is pretty down to Earth.

When I saw this statement I was pretty blown away because it felt like it was something that was directed at me.

Yes I know that does sound a little egotistical because well lets face it he wouldn't know me from Adam.  But the words hit me because I know there are times that I do act emotionally when things are said to me or I hear them said about me or those with me.

I have to work on this and keep telling myself to look at things objectively and logically and not just react.
Keep my restraint and to keep breathing.

Oh and to let things pass

Leave no regrets

I saw this one and thought it needs to be shared.

I also knew it was something that I needed to keep fresh in my mind so that it will become more of my day to day beliefs.

I think it is also something that all to many people need to be reminded of.

Life is not perfect.
But hey, nobody ever promised you that it would be.  
Unless of course they were lying to you.

We have to recognize that although not perfect, it is pretty darned good.
If that means that you have to write down all the things in your life that you would miss if they were not there ... then DO IT!

Go out and live YOUR life without regrets.

Just my thinking but I do think it is pretty right on.

Happy 4th of July

Just a real quick fly by to say 

Hope you are having a great time 

celebrating just how 

great this country is!

Mojito Margarita the Tupperware Way

Prep time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 lime
• 5 mint leaves
• 1½ tbsp. simple syrup
• 1½ oz. vodka
• 1 oz. tequila
• 4 oz. club soda

DIRECTIONS

1. Place lime and mint leaves in Zest ‘N Press® Gadget and press down to juice the lime and muddle the leaves over the Quick Shake® Container. 
2. Empty leaves and lime in Quick Shake® as well.
3. Add simple syrup, vodka and tequila. 
4. Cover and shake for 15 seconds.
5. Pour in cup with ice. 
6. Top with club soda and lime zest.

I have shared with you before an Adult Beverage recipe that used the Quick Shake that was a definite winner.  
If you love Margaritas or want to try something new for the summer, these are definite must tries.





The Quick Shake can also be used for more adult beverages or non-adult if you please.  I shared this one after I had been in Las Vegas for a conference.  You can check it out here, but yes this did make a big "sun splash" when I got home and is definitely another keeper!

I really like using this Tupperware piece for so many things, but being able to use it as a cocktail maker, especially outside, on the deck or around the pool makes it a fabulous addition to your repertoire.

Butternut Squash Noodles

Yields: 2 servings

INGREDIENTS

• 1lb. butternut squash, neck separated from bulb
• 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1/8 cup yellow onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp. water
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2-3 tbsp. Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• Pinch cayenne pepper (flakes or ground)
• 3-4 sage leaves

DIRECTIONS

1. Assemble Fusion Master® Spiralizer fitted with the thin noodle blade and butternut squash. 
2. Turn handle until fully spiralized.
3. In Chef Series 11” fry pan, melt butter over medium heat and add butternut squash noodles. 
4. Stir to coat, add 2 tbsp. water and cover for 5-7 mins or until noodles are fully cooked.
5. Uncover, make a well in the center, and add garlic and onion. 
6. Sauté for 1 minute, and mix well with noodles. 
7. Add sage, and mix to combine.
8. Remove from heat, and mix in heavy cream, Parmesan, salt and red pepper flakes. 
9. Serve immediately.

I got one of these babies (Fusion Master Spiralizer) to try and add more veggies into our diet.  I was thinking it would make things more "fun" to eat ... and I also thought this would make great onion "frizzles" for grilled steaks and burgers.

I haven't made this Butternut Squash dish, yet.  

But I do think it will be made very soon.  

What about you?

Have you tried this amazing product yet?

Have you made things that use spiralized veggies?

If so, what recipes have you tried and love the most?