How To Grow An Avocado Tree

How To Grow An Avocado Tree

 

 

 

Use the photo above as a reference.

 

First take the pit from the avocado and rinse off any remaining flesh that may be still on it.

 

Insert toothpicks into the pit and suspend it over the top of a small glass or jar with the pointed end of the pit facing up.

 

Fill the glass/jar with water until about two thirds of the pit is submerged in the water.

 

Change the water every few days so it doesn't get dirty.

 

This process takes patience, but I promise it will work.

 

In the photo above, it shows the top photo that's when I first put it in the water, after about a month or so, the pit began to split (bottom left of the photo)

Now, after a few more weeks it has started to sprout roots!

 

This is as far as I've gotten but I will update when as soon as there is a change. Next, a stem should sprout from the top of the pit pretty soon!

 

This is such a fun project especially for the kiddos!

 

Have fun and please feel free to post a comment if you have any questions!



Peanut Butter Delights

Peanut Butter Delights

 

 

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups quick oatmeal

1/2 cup peanut butter

2 tsp. Vanilla

1 stick butter

2 cups sugar

1/2 cup milk

4 tbsp. cocoa

 

 

Here's What You Do:

 

Measure oatmeal and peanut butter in a bowl and set aside.

Put butter in pot and melt

Add sugar, mil, and cocoa and boil for approx. 1 1/2 minutes

Remove from heat and quickly add oatmeal, peanut butter, and vanilla.

Stir until mixed.

Pour into buttered pan.

Let cool and cut into squares.

 

Enjoy! 

† SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY: MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2013 †

† Scripture Of the Day: Matthew 11:28-29 †

 

 

"I'm Tired!!"

 

† SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY: Matthew 11:28-29

Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. † ** Thoughts On This Verse: I'm not sure about anyone else, but lately I just seem tired, worn out, and just plain lazy at times. Sometimes I find it hard to g...et going and the simplest tasks just take forever for me to get them done. Sometimes the day-to-day grind just seems to grind me down. So I guess when we're that "down" stage that's probably a perfect opportunity to look up and to pray, and when I pray for strength Matthew 11:28-29 is usually the verse that the Lord lays on my heart. A passage in His Word that tells me that this "weary" or tired state that I'm in right now won't last forever. It's also a reminder for us to not try to carry everything on our own shoulders but to come to Him and let Him help us carry the load. That is exactly what He desires of His children is for us to come to Him and hand Him our burdens and simply rest. **

I hope if you've taken a few moments out of your day to read this little devotional, that hopefully you've gotten something out of it that you can take with you. I hope the Lord somehow used these words to speak straight to your heart and somehow He has given you just what you needed to get through this day.

Much Love And Prayers,
Kelly-- "The Happy Homemaker"



† Scripture Of The Day †

† Scripture Of The Day †

 



Good Afternoon, Friends!! I feel led to start doing a

"Bible verse of the day" on my page.

Also, April is Child Abuse Awareness Month so I wanted to share a this with you all: 

 

†Psalm 127:3- Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward. †

Thoughts on this Scripture: Our children are one of God's most precious gifts and God's gifts are meant to be cherished and protected. We are to hold our children close to us and keep them from harm. Those who abuse their children, not just physically but emotionally, mentally, verbally or any other way are in direct disobedience of God's commandments. So as we observe Child Abuse Awareness Month, lets hold our own children a little closer and give them an extra hug or two and remember just how precious they are and how blessed we are for God to have chosen us to be their parents! ♥

I hope someone who reads this will get something out of it that they can take with them today. I hope someone will be touched and inspired today. Please feel free to comment and share your own thoughts on today's Scripture. Let's also remember to uplift those children who are living in abusive homes and pray for their safety and deliverance in Jesus' Name!

 

 

 



My Testimony

*How I Came Back To Jesus: My Personal Testimony*

 

 

So earlier tonight I was sitting alone in the peace and quiet (which is rare around my house). As I was sitting there just pondering, I very strongly felt the Lord begin tug at my heart. The Holy Spirit began dealing with me and spoke to me clear as day to "stop wandering around in the dark". I had let the Devil lead me right into the darkness and there I was...alone. I, of course, had to argue with the Lord for a minute as most of us do. I said that I had developed too many bad habits to come back to him now, I have too many psychological conditions to come back to him now, I can't control my attitude enough for you Lord. Then He began to bring Scripture to my mind "James 4:10-Humble yourself in sight of the Lord and He will lift you up.", Matthew 11:28- Come all ye who have labored and are heavy laden and I will give you rest.", "Matthew 11:30-...My yoke is easy and my burden is light..." The Lord was telling that I didn't have to "fix" everything before coming to Him. Just come to Him and HE will carry my burdens and deliver me. Then I wondered how I let myself drift so far from Him and from His Word, but the important thing is that I asked Jesus back into my heart and asked Him to light my way again. I know it won't be easy but I will have Him to turn to and He will always make a way and He will never leave me in darkness. He will help me with all my flaws and imperfections because I am wonderfully made in His image. I have a long way to go but I know He will be with me the entire time. I'm not sure why the Lord led me to post my testimony but I did it out of obedience and I pray that the Lord will use it to somehow help someone else. Hope everyone has a blessed night and God Bless!!



*Quick And Easy Cheesy Mac n Cheese Bake*

*Easy Cheesy Mac n Cheese Bake*

 

Here's what you need to do:

My hubby made dinner tonight and it was delish!

It's just mac and cheese, two 10 oz. cans of chicken(drained),

 Cook your mac and cheese and put it into a long baking dish,

 then add chicken and shred a layer of cheddar and some Italian herbs on top and pot it in the oven until it's melted and bubbly! Simple and delish!

Fresh Made From Scratch Apple Cake With Homemade Caramel Frosting

Fresh Made From Scratch Apple Cake With Homemade Caramel Frosting:

 

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups vegetable oil

2 cups sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon baking soda

2 teaspoons vanilla

2 1/2 cups flour

1 cup chopped pecans (optional)

3 cups finely chopped or shredded apples (I used a cheese grater and it worked very well)

 

Frosting:

1/2 cup butter (or 1 stick)

1 cup brown sugar

3 to 5 teaspoons milk

1 box (about 4 cups) confectioners' sugar

 

Directions:

Measure vegetable oil into a large mixing bowl. Add sugar, vanilla,and eggs.

Beat on low til creamy.

Sift flour and measure. Sift again and add salt, soda, and baking powder.

Add a small amount of the flour mixture at a time into the creamed mixture.

Beat very well after each addition.

Batter will be very thick at this point, but don't worry that's normal!

When all flour has been incorporated into batter, fold in pecans and chopped apples with a wooden spoon. (at this point you will see the batter loosen up and look more like "regular" cake batter)

Spread batter evenly into a 9x13 greased pan or you can divide into two round 9 inch pans with greased wax paper in the bottom of the pan. (I decided do the layered cake)

Bake in 350 degree oven for 45-55 minutes or until toothpick inserted into middle of cake comes out clean.

Let the cake(s) cool for about 5 minutes in the pan(s).

Very carefully loosen the edges of the cake to be sure it doesn't stick to the sides, then remove cake from pan and allow to cool completely before frosting.

 

Directions For Frosting:

Cook butter and sugar together until well blended and the sugar has dissolved. 

Add 3 tablespoons of milk and the confectioners' sugar.

Beat and add just enough milk to be able to spread the frosting.

You don't want too much milk because it will make the frosting runny and it will not stay on the cake.