Begin the New Year with a set of comfortable daily rules.
Wake up each day and have a glass of water, with a sliced lemon and a little honey.
Let water start your day.
Less coffee, teas, no sugary stuff and soda pops..................they create havoc in a system that needs cleansing and toning.
Have a good breakfast and leave the house fed and in balance. You would never drive to work minus water , oiland petrol in the tank. Treat your body with the same care.
Eating junk at work, en route, to go, is fast food that leaves you needing more of it. You can make the difference to ENERGY AND HEALTH. Just do it for a week and feel the difference.
Snack good food. Fruit and cut up vegetables, nuts and dried washed fruit.
Make sure you eat what is GROWN LOCALLY and in SEASON. This is not rocket science, it is just logical. The right fruit and vegetables appear when you need them. Local growth makes it fresh and budget wise.
Find time to buy food with sense and planning. You need supplies to be varied, easy to prepare and without excess salt and sugar, additives and fried or prepared in weird ways to last weeks in the refrigerator.
Look at the recipes in this blog. They are SANE AND SENSIBLE, easy and quick to prepare
Have a cheerful attitude to your chores and work to make a better home. Realize how lucky most of us are.
HAVE A GREAT 2012. FIND BALANCE. LET THE HARMONY OF BODY, MIND AND SOUL BE YOURS
LOVE AND LIGHT
RONA
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
CHANUKAH 2011 FESTIVAL OF LIGHT
CHANUKAH…………………………FESTIVAL OF LIGHT
We all love light and candles, a flame with a flicker of all the colors of warmth, candles to light up the dark, the soft glow of a few candles, a memorial candle….and of course the joy of candles on a Birthday cake. Chanukah, the Festival of Dedication, is the time when we light candles nightly and celebrate with songs, stories and eating foods made in oil. The symbolic part of the Chanukah is the history of a people, the challenges they faced and the dedication they had . to overcome all obstacles and believe in themselves..
In Israel we eat Doughnuts for the week. There are of course rehearsals as the bakers make them ahead of time……it is amazing how many doughnuts they sell before the Chanukah week. And then when all the calories, sugar and jam has been devoured, we vow no more until next year. They are so yummy….
SAFETY RULES WHEN YOU MAKE DOUGHNUTS…..PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY.
Working with hot oil can be dangerous, so be careful;.
Prepare all the mixtures before you heat the oil.
2.HAVE A LID LARGE ENOUGH TO COVER THE OIL.
3. Fill the saucepan , only half way. Test heat of oil. Drop a square of bread into it. If it browns quickly, it is hot enough.
4. Lower the food SLOWLY into the pot.
5.Only do a few at a time . It makes turning easier.
6. Do not have kiddies near the stove.
7.In event of a fire, turn flame off. Cover with lid. Do not pour water on the flames. You can smother the flames with a damp towel. I do not like to be negative, but one needs to be careful.
8. Finally, focus on what you are making, not the phone and the doorbell. If you do have to turn away, switch off the heat and remove the pot to the back of the stove out of danger to kiddies.
CHANUKAH DOUGHNUTS.
These are so easy and take ten minutes to make.
350grams of Self raising flour.
2eggs.
2cups of yogurt.
2 dessertspoons of sugar. I use brown sugar.
1 teaspoon vanilla essence.
A dash of salt.
Mix all well . Use a deep saucepan and let the oil fill it half way. Deep enough for the doughnuts to be submerged. Use a spoon to drop them carefully into the hot oil. Deep fry and have a strainer lined with absorbent paper. The doughnuts can be spooned onto this carefully.. This gets rid of excess oil. Have a teaspoon of jam ready .to inject into the doughnut and roll them into a bowl of sugar powder. Drain again on paper. …You can drizzle chocolate or carob sauce on the doughnut.
APPLE FRITTERS.
These are a change from doughnuts.
Use 2eggs, 2 Tablespoons milk, and a cup of water. Beat all together
Add the following: 1 teaspoon Baking Powder, half a cup of brown sugar, 2 cups flour, pinch of salt and half a teaspoon of vanilla essence.
.Slice 3 peeled Granny Smith apples. Slice thinly and add raisins and pecan nuts. Mix well. Heat the oil and fry the fritter. Simply use a large soup size spoon and drop carefully into the oil. Drain. These take a few minutes. Serve with pureed cooked applesauce, honey and cinnamon sugar. Leave all in little bowls and people can choose their favorite. Some people like it with ice cream or custard.
RAW POTATO LATKES.
4 Potatoes
1 tsp baking powder.
Half a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda
2 chopped medium size onions.
3.eggs
Half a cup of flour
Pinch of ginger or nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste and oil for frying.
Peel and grate the potatoes. Sprinkle with the soda and squeeze out the excess liquid. To avoid discoloring you can add a teaspoon of vinegar. Mix with the other ingredients.
Drop the batter by spoonfuls into deep oil and fry until the pancakes are crisp on the outside. Drain on paper and serve hot with apple sauce . These can also be part of a main meal.
CORN LATKES.
These are fun and easy to serve as a cocktail snack.
3/4 cup corn. 1/4 cup cornmeal. 1/2 cup flour.
1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt.' 1/2 teaspoon curry powder.
1 beaten egg. 1/2 cup chopped onions.
1/2 cup milk. (soya milk for parave)
Mix all the ingredients well and drop by teaspoonfuls into a frying pan of hot oil. Turn once and drain. Serve with a cocktail stick, sliced cucumbers and olives.
If you make ready packaged latkes, drain them well and keep ready to reheat in the oven.
, I often use use the Gremslach mixture , that we use at Passover and serve these with a pineapple sauce or fried mushrooms and onions.
GREMSLACH.
2 eggs.
2 cups water.
2 tablespoon of oil.
Salt to taste.
Matzo meal.
Meat the eggs, add oil and beat well.
Pour in the water and seasoning. Add the matzo meal slowly. It needs to be a loose mixture. Let it stand for two hours. Mix in three tablespoons of crushed walnuts or pecan
nuts. Make balls and press them flat. Fry in hot oil. Drain. Serve with a cocktail stick.
Finally, have a theme for the evening. Let the Menorah be the focus of the table. Use blue, silver and gold for serviettes and yellow flowers. Let the wrappings and cards reflect the theme of Chanukah, candles and lit flames. Kids love chocolates and chocolate sauce to add to the doughnuts. Have a choice of fun edibles for them to enjoy. The money coins made for the festival are a great decoration all over the table. Print the prayer and a few songs for each person. That way everyone feels good to participate. Take photos of each family next to the candles and you can use them next year for an email card. If you look at the photos over the years, they are a great memory of a joyous occasion.
Wishing you fun, light and meaningful togetherness.
Love and lots of light
Rona)
We all love light and candles, a flame with a flicker of all the colors of warmth, candles to light up the dark, the soft glow of a few candles, a memorial candle….and of course the joy of candles on a Birthday cake. Chanukah, the Festival of Dedication, is the time when we light candles nightly and celebrate with songs, stories and eating foods made in oil. The symbolic part of the Chanukah is the history of a people, the challenges they faced and the dedication they had . to overcome all obstacles and believe in themselves..
In Israel we eat Doughnuts for the week. There are of course rehearsals as the bakers make them ahead of time……it is amazing how many doughnuts they sell before the Chanukah week. And then when all the calories, sugar and jam has been devoured, we vow no more until next year. They are so yummy….
SAFETY RULES WHEN YOU MAKE DOUGHNUTS…..PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY.
Working with hot oil can be dangerous, so be careful;.
Prepare all the mixtures before you heat the oil.
2.HAVE A LID LARGE ENOUGH TO COVER THE OIL.
3. Fill the saucepan , only half way. Test heat of oil. Drop a square of bread into it. If it browns quickly, it is hot enough.
4. Lower the food SLOWLY into the pot.
5.Only do a few at a time . It makes turning easier.
6. Do not have kiddies near the stove.
7.In event of a fire, turn flame off. Cover with lid. Do not pour water on the flames. You can smother the flames with a damp towel. I do not like to be negative, but one needs to be careful.
8. Finally, focus on what you are making, not the phone and the doorbell. If you do have to turn away, switch off the heat and remove the pot to the back of the stove out of danger to kiddies.
CHANUKAH DOUGHNUTS.
These are so easy and take ten minutes to make.
350grams of Self raising flour.
2eggs.
2cups of yogurt.
2 dessertspoons of sugar. I use brown sugar.
1 teaspoon vanilla essence.
A dash of salt.
Mix all well . Use a deep saucepan and let the oil fill it half way. Deep enough for the doughnuts to be submerged. Use a spoon to drop them carefully into the hot oil. Deep fry and have a strainer lined with absorbent paper. The doughnuts can be spooned onto this carefully.. This gets rid of excess oil. Have a teaspoon of jam ready .to inject into the doughnut and roll them into a bowl of sugar powder. Drain again on paper. …You can drizzle chocolate or carob sauce on the doughnut.
APPLE FRITTERS.
These are a change from doughnuts.
Use 2eggs, 2 Tablespoons milk, and a cup of water. Beat all together
Add the following: 1 teaspoon Baking Powder, half a cup of brown sugar, 2 cups flour, pinch of salt and half a teaspoon of vanilla essence.
.Slice 3 peeled Granny Smith apples. Slice thinly and add raisins and pecan nuts. Mix well. Heat the oil and fry the fritter. Simply use a large soup size spoon and drop carefully into the oil. Drain. These take a few minutes. Serve with pureed cooked applesauce, honey and cinnamon sugar. Leave all in little bowls and people can choose their favorite. Some people like it with ice cream or custard.
RAW POTATO LATKES.
4 Potatoes
1 tsp baking powder.
Half a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda
2 chopped medium size onions.
3.eggs
Half a cup of flour
Pinch of ginger or nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste and oil for frying.
Peel and grate the potatoes. Sprinkle with the soda and squeeze out the excess liquid. To avoid discoloring you can add a teaspoon of vinegar. Mix with the other ingredients.
Drop the batter by spoonfuls into deep oil and fry until the pancakes are crisp on the outside. Drain on paper and serve hot with apple sauce . These can also be part of a main meal.
CORN LATKES.
These are fun and easy to serve as a cocktail snack.
3/4 cup corn. 1/4 cup cornmeal. 1/2 cup flour.
1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt.' 1/2 teaspoon curry powder.
1 beaten egg. 1/2 cup chopped onions.
1/2 cup milk. (soya milk for parave)
Mix all the ingredients well and drop by teaspoonfuls into a frying pan of hot oil. Turn once and drain. Serve with a cocktail stick, sliced cucumbers and olives.
If you make ready packaged latkes, drain them well and keep ready to reheat in the oven.
, I often use use the Gremslach mixture , that we use at Passover and serve these with a pineapple sauce or fried mushrooms and onions.
GREMSLACH.
2 eggs.
2 cups water.
2 tablespoon of oil.
Salt to taste.
Matzo meal.
Meat the eggs, add oil and beat well.
Pour in the water and seasoning. Add the matzo meal slowly. It needs to be a loose mixture. Let it stand for two hours. Mix in three tablespoons of crushed walnuts or pecan
nuts. Make balls and press them flat. Fry in hot oil. Drain. Serve with a cocktail stick.
Finally, have a theme for the evening. Let the Menorah be the focus of the table. Use blue, silver and gold for serviettes and yellow flowers. Let the wrappings and cards reflect the theme of Chanukah, candles and lit flames. Kids love chocolates and chocolate sauce to add to the doughnuts. Have a choice of fun edibles for them to enjoy. The money coins made for the festival are a great decoration all over the table. Print the prayer and a few songs for each person. That way everyone feels good to participate. Take photos of each family next to the candles and you can use them next year for an email card. If you look at the photos over the years, they are a great memory of a joyous occasion.
Wishing you fun, light and meaningful togetherness.
Love and lots of light
Rona)
Thursday, December 1, 2011
FRUIT.... CLEANSING AND DETOX....
The change of season, always wakes us up to the idea of being busy. There are winter plans for roof repairs, drains to unblock and leaves to sweep up. We also have to do a cleaning inside of us. Physically we can do a detox program and spiritually cleanse the mind. Meditate and make time for reading, playing games with the family. Take out the old folks and have a few easy suppers at home Sitting around with no TV is fun. You can talk and look at each other instead of a screen.
Go for a good walk, dress warmly and air the house well during the day.
Change bad habits for sensible ones, less caffeine, acid forming foods, less canned and less fried foods Skip cakes and cookies, eat fresh fruits and vegetable snacks.
Look at my programme for DETOX and Winter drinks for new ideas.
January 3 rd 2011.......WINTER DRINKS.
April 13th 2009 ...SUMMER EATING AND DETOX
LOVE AND LIGHT RONA
Go for a good walk, dress warmly and air the house well during the day.
Change bad habits for sensible ones, less caffeine, acid forming foods, less canned and less fried foods Skip cakes and cookies, eat fresh fruits and vegetable snacks.
Look at my programme for DETOX and Winter drinks for new ideas.
January 3 rd 2011.......WINTER DRINKS.
April 13th 2009 ...SUMMER EATING AND DETOX
LOVE AND LIGHT RONA
Monday, November 28, 2011
Saturday, November 19, 2011
THANKSGIVING 2011 ...QUICK IDEAS
Here are a few quick idesa for the menus for Thanksgiving Day.
Starters……………………consider how many kids there are and have a few foods ready.
Baked hot potatoes. Cooked corn. Baked beans. Hot potato chips.
Falafel balls. Hummus and Techina. Olives . Pickled Cucumbers.
Have pitot, buns and whole-wheat breads on the side.
Make dips ready and a few sauces like tomato, mustard and grated cheeses.
The kids can create a plate to eat while they wait for the main courses.
CURRIED EGGS.
You can do these two days ahead. Boil twelve eggs hard. Cool and peel.
Make a sauce that you pour over the eggs and refrigerate for a day or two.
Slice two large onions thinly, three dried apricots, three cloves of garlic. Place these in pot with a few black peppercorns, three bay leaves, two teaspoons of apricot jam or honey, a few sultanas or raisins, a little salt and pepper, half a cup of water, half a cup of vinegar and two large teaspoons of curry powder. Let this cook slowly for fifteen minutes.
Pour this over the boiled eggs and cover with a lid. Refrigerate when it has cooled down. Great to serve on a bed of lettuce.
PUMPKIN FRITTERS.
These can be made a day or two ahead and served with apple sauce, caramel syrup and even a little whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
2 cups mashed cooked pumpkin.
4 tablespoons flour. 1 egg. 2 teaspoons of baking powder and a little salt to taste.
Sift the flour, baking powder and salt. Add to the pumpkin. Beat the egg and add.
If not stiff enough, add flour . Drop spoonfuls in hot oil and drain Sprinkle with cinnamon.
Serve warmed up with the side dishes.
SIMPLY DELICIOUS FRESH SALADS.
LETTUCE AND CITRUS FRUITS..
Wash a variety of lettuce and drain in a lettuce spinner. Arrange on a large platter. Cut up citrus fruits, mandarins[ Peeled and in segments.] Grapefruits, oranges and kumquats.
Slice red onions, two teaspoons of pine kernels, chopped parsley and some mint leaves. Arrange on the lettuce. I grate Roquefort cheese over this. Add the dressing of lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper and a teaspoon of Dijon mustard and honey. Mix well and pour over the salad..
SPINACH SALAD AND NUTS
.
I wash and dry spinach leaves. Chop of the stalks. Cube three firm pears, one apple, half a cup of chopped sugared pecans, two tablespoons of chopped almonds and grated cheddar cheese over this. Make a simple dressing and pour over as you serve this. You need to do this last minute as the pears and apples could discolor. A little lemon juice over them can prevent this happening. For the dressing use lemon juice, chopped parsley, olive oil and herbs, vegetable salt and a bit of black pepper. Mix well and pour over the salad.
DRINKS THAT ARE FUN TO HAVE.
HOT APPLE CIDER.
.
Warm up some apple cider drinks and add little cinnamon and a few slices of lemon. Serve warm .
GREEN TEA TREAT.
Take two tea bags of Green Tea, five cloves, two sticks of cinnamon, some mint, lemon and geranium leaves.
Add a few slices of oranges, or kumquats, four cups of water. Mix in with a dash of honey. Warm all this up and pour into coffee mugs. Lovely aroma and satisfying drink….no liquor
DESSERTS…QUICK AND EASY.
If you have a large crowd, make it easy and delicious. Have bowls of chocolate sprinkles, 100 and 1000's, chopped marshmallows, chocolate crunch or chocolate chips, little marshmallows and lots of cut up fruits. Buy an assortment of ice creams and let every one create their dessert. The ready made ice creams make a great dessert platter and every one likes to choose what they enjoy eating.
Starters……………………consider how many kids there are and have a few foods ready.
Baked hot potatoes. Cooked corn. Baked beans. Hot potato chips.
Falafel balls. Hummus and Techina. Olives . Pickled Cucumbers.
Have pitot, buns and whole-wheat breads on the side.
Make dips ready and a few sauces like tomato, mustard and grated cheeses.
The kids can create a plate to eat while they wait for the main courses.
CURRIED EGGS.
You can do these two days ahead. Boil twelve eggs hard. Cool and peel.
Make a sauce that you pour over the eggs and refrigerate for a day or two.
Slice two large onions thinly, three dried apricots, three cloves of garlic. Place these in pot with a few black peppercorns, three bay leaves, two teaspoons of apricot jam or honey, a few sultanas or raisins, a little salt and pepper, half a cup of water, half a cup of vinegar and two large teaspoons of curry powder. Let this cook slowly for fifteen minutes.
Pour this over the boiled eggs and cover with a lid. Refrigerate when it has cooled down. Great to serve on a bed of lettuce.
PUMPKIN FRITTERS.
These can be made a day or two ahead and served with apple sauce, caramel syrup and even a little whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
2 cups mashed cooked pumpkin.
4 tablespoons flour. 1 egg. 2 teaspoons of baking powder and a little salt to taste.
Sift the flour, baking powder and salt. Add to the pumpkin. Beat the egg and add.
If not stiff enough, add flour . Drop spoonfuls in hot oil and drain Sprinkle with cinnamon.
Serve warmed up with the side dishes.
SIMPLY DELICIOUS FRESH SALADS.
LETTUCE AND CITRUS FRUITS..
Wash a variety of lettuce and drain in a lettuce spinner. Arrange on a large platter. Cut up citrus fruits, mandarins[ Peeled and in segments.] Grapefruits, oranges and kumquats.
Slice red onions, two teaspoons of pine kernels, chopped parsley and some mint leaves. Arrange on the lettuce. I grate Roquefort cheese over this. Add the dressing of lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper and a teaspoon of Dijon mustard and honey. Mix well and pour over the salad..
SPINACH SALAD AND NUTS
.
I wash and dry spinach leaves. Chop of the stalks. Cube three firm pears, one apple, half a cup of chopped sugared pecans, two tablespoons of chopped almonds and grated cheddar cheese over this. Make a simple dressing and pour over as you serve this. You need to do this last minute as the pears and apples could discolor. A little lemon juice over them can prevent this happening. For the dressing use lemon juice, chopped parsley, olive oil and herbs, vegetable salt and a bit of black pepper. Mix well and pour over the salad.
DRINKS THAT ARE FUN TO HAVE.
HOT APPLE CIDER.
.
Warm up some apple cider drinks and add little cinnamon and a few slices of lemon. Serve warm .
GREEN TEA TREAT.
Take two tea bags of Green Tea, five cloves, two sticks of cinnamon, some mint, lemon and geranium leaves.
Add a few slices of oranges, or kumquats, four cups of water. Mix in with a dash of honey. Warm all this up and pour into coffee mugs. Lovely aroma and satisfying drink….no liquor
DESSERTS…QUICK AND EASY.
If you have a large crowd, make it easy and delicious. Have bowls of chocolate sprinkles, 100 and 1000's, chopped marshmallows, chocolate crunch or chocolate chips, little marshmallows and lots of cut up fruits. Buy an assortment of ice creams and let every one create their dessert. The ready made ice creams make a great dessert platter and every one likes to choose what they enjoy eating.
THANKSGIVING THOUGHTS 2011
GIVE THANKS FOR THE SPECIAL PERSON YOU ARE................RESPECT YOUR TALENTS AND GIFTS
SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE AND TEACH OTHERS WHAT IS NATURAL FOR YOU. GIVE GIFTS THAT HAVE VALUE....BOOKS, MUSIC, A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT, CALLIGRAPHY PENS, PAINTS AND CRAYONS,
A BUILDING SET, EDUCATIONAL TOY, A NEW CRICKET BAT, FOOTBALL OR TENNIS RACKET.
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE TOO MANY THINGS, GIVE A SUBSCRIPTION TO A SPORTS AND EXERCISE CLUB. GIVE GRANNY A GIFT OF A HAIRDO AND MANICURE, WITH A CAB THAT TAKES HER THERE AND DELIVERS HER HOME.
FOR GRANDPA, A BOWLS GAME WITH THE GUYS......AND A BEER
FOR MOM, A AROMATIC MASSAGE ...
FOR DAD, A TICKET TO THE BALL GAME AND SUPPER WITH MOM.
TO YOUR TEACHERS, TRAINERS, PEOPLE WHO HELP AND INSPIRE YOU, WRITE A NOTE AND GIVE A CHOCOLATE BAR OR A BREAKFAST AT THE CUTE BREAKFAST BAR.
REMEMBER THAT THE GUY WHO DELIVERS THE NEWSPAPER, MILK, COLLECTS THE GARBAGE AND DOES THE LAWN,THE FRIENDLY STAFF AT THE POST OFFICE, THE DENTIST'S AND DOCTOR'S RECEPTIONIST, A CARD OF THANKS IS WELCOME.
SAY THANKS AND THERE ARE LOTS OF OTHER THANKS INSIDE OF YOU...USE THEM
I WISH YOU LOVE AND LIGHT, LET THIS THANKSGIVING BE A DAY TO ENRICH YOUR SOUL, RE ENERGISE YOUR SPIRIT AND INSTILL A LOVE OF YOUR LAND, THE PEOPLE AND IDEALS THAT MAKE IT THE PLACE YOU LOVE.
SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE AND TEACH OTHERS WHAT IS NATURAL FOR YOU. GIVE GIFTS THAT HAVE VALUE....BOOKS, MUSIC, A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT, CALLIGRAPHY PENS, PAINTS AND CRAYONS,
A BUILDING SET, EDUCATIONAL TOY, A NEW CRICKET BAT, FOOTBALL OR TENNIS RACKET.
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE TOO MANY THINGS, GIVE A SUBSCRIPTION TO A SPORTS AND EXERCISE CLUB. GIVE GRANNY A GIFT OF A HAIRDO AND MANICURE, WITH A CAB THAT TAKES HER THERE AND DELIVERS HER HOME.
FOR GRANDPA, A BOWLS GAME WITH THE GUYS......AND A BEER
FOR MOM, A AROMATIC MASSAGE ...
FOR DAD, A TICKET TO THE BALL GAME AND SUPPER WITH MOM.
TO YOUR TEACHERS, TRAINERS, PEOPLE WHO HELP AND INSPIRE YOU, WRITE A NOTE AND GIVE A CHOCOLATE BAR OR A BREAKFAST AT THE CUTE BREAKFAST BAR.
REMEMBER THAT THE GUY WHO DELIVERS THE NEWSPAPER, MILK, COLLECTS THE GARBAGE AND DOES THE LAWN,THE FRIENDLY STAFF AT THE POST OFFICE, THE DENTIST'S AND DOCTOR'S RECEPTIONIST, A CARD OF THANKS IS WELCOME.
SAY THANKS AND THERE ARE LOTS OF OTHER THANKS INSIDE OF YOU...USE THEM
I WISH YOU LOVE AND LIGHT, LET THIS THANKSGIVING BE A DAY TO ENRICH YOUR SOUL, RE ENERGISE YOUR SPIRIT AND INSTILL A LOVE OF YOUR LAND, THE PEOPLE AND IDEALS THAT MAKE IT THE PLACE YOU LOVE.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
THANKSGIVING 2011
"Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but also the parent of others."
Cicero.
Thank you is a word that should be with us daily and constantly. We are so fortunate to have what we need, a home, food, education and to be free to live our lives with dignity.
Remember that each person has their own way to give thanks and while some do it at prayer, when they bless the food they eat, when they reap a crop, it is an individual way of saying Thanks for what we have.
Education, Democracy, Justice and a Government that leads the people and creates an environment of Peace and Harmony, are a great deal to be grateful for.
So wishing you all a day of togetherness with those you love and time to reflect and feel wonderful for what we are blessed with.
Thanksgiving gifts, cards and little messages are a part of the day. Sit down now, while you have time and select the gifts, write love notes, wrap them carefully and they are ready to give with love. Post the gifts to the soldiers far away now and to love one that cannot be with you. (See the blog re SOLDIERS)
Plan the menu, tables and décor and buy it all now.
A large tray with all kind of candles on it, is lovely for the family to light. Let each person say their own thank you and light up the candles
Plan the food you can cook ahead and freeze. Make a selection of cookies and cakes now. Have spare plates and cutlery for extra meals during the day and have small containers for left over foods. It is easier to pack them into the fridge.
Prepare natural drinks and extra juices, beers and lollipops for the kids. You can never win. No matter what, the demand is great, because it is a long celebration.
A few ideas you might like.
SWEET POTATO AND PUMPKIN ROLL.
This is quick and easy. Use ready pastry. I make this in the morning and bake it. Just roll the pastry on a floured board. I roll it fairly thin, If it is difficult to handle, roll three pieces and join them later.
Cook four sweet potatoes, four cubed potatoes. And two sups of diced pumpkin. When it is cooked, just cube it all and arrange it on the pastry.. Sprinkle cinnamon on it and drizzle a tablespoon of honey on the dough. I place the honey in a soup ladle over the steam of a kettle and it is then easy to drizzle. Grate mozzarella cheese and goats cheese over this and carefully roll it up. The dough will stick together if you wet the edges. The amount of cheese is up to you, a cup is enough. I spice with the cinnamon, honey and a little grated onions. Beat up an egg and brush this over the pastry roll. Sprinkle sesame seeds on it and bake in a hot oven for twenty minutes.
PUMPKIN PIE.
I do the pumpkin pie without a base. We have so much food that it is lighter to digest this way. Take a pie dish and moisten with olive oil Sprinkle crushed corn flakes over it. That is the base. Now cook pumpkin. You need two full cups when cooked. Mix the cooked pumpkin with half a cup of brown sugar, a teaspoon of cinnamon, half a teaspoon of ginger, four tablespoons of raisins and three eggs. Mix well and add one jar of yogurt and a grated apple. Mix and put this into the base and bake in a medium oven for twenty minutes. You can serve this with grated parmesan on the top and chopped chives. Looks great and is yummy.
BAKED APPLES.
I bake apples for everyone. If they are left over simply puree them. You can freeze them with the .following.. This is for twelve apples. Two tablespoons diced dried apricots, four cut up dates, and half a cup of raisins, a tablespoon of lemon juice or a squeezed fresh orange. A teaspoon of cinnamon and two teaspoons of honey. Fill the cored apple and place it in a baking dish that allows you to fill it with water half way. I place an apple tea bag in the water and bake it in a medium oven for thirty minutes. You need to baste it a few times. When it is ready and cool, you can freeze them or wrap individually to freeze for later use. You can serve this with custard, a soya caramel pudding, ice cream or simply maple syrup.
Have a great time and enjoy it all Love and light Rona
Cicero.
Thank you is a word that should be with us daily and constantly. We are so fortunate to have what we need, a home, food, education and to be free to live our lives with dignity.
Remember that each person has their own way to give thanks and while some do it at prayer, when they bless the food they eat, when they reap a crop, it is an individual way of saying Thanks for what we have.
Education, Democracy, Justice and a Government that leads the people and creates an environment of Peace and Harmony, are a great deal to be grateful for.
So wishing you all a day of togetherness with those you love and time to reflect and feel wonderful for what we are blessed with.
Thanksgiving gifts, cards and little messages are a part of the day. Sit down now, while you have time and select the gifts, write love notes, wrap them carefully and they are ready to give with love. Post the gifts to the soldiers far away now and to love one that cannot be with you. (See the blog re SOLDIERS)
Plan the menu, tables and décor and buy it all now.
A large tray with all kind of candles on it, is lovely for the family to light. Let each person say their own thank you and light up the candles
Plan the food you can cook ahead and freeze. Make a selection of cookies and cakes now. Have spare plates and cutlery for extra meals during the day and have small containers for left over foods. It is easier to pack them into the fridge.
Prepare natural drinks and extra juices, beers and lollipops for the kids. You can never win. No matter what, the demand is great, because it is a long celebration.
A few ideas you might like.
SWEET POTATO AND PUMPKIN ROLL.
This is quick and easy. Use ready pastry. I make this in the morning and bake it. Just roll the pastry on a floured board. I roll it fairly thin, If it is difficult to handle, roll three pieces and join them later.
Cook four sweet potatoes, four cubed potatoes. And two sups of diced pumpkin. When it is cooked, just cube it all and arrange it on the pastry.. Sprinkle cinnamon on it and drizzle a tablespoon of honey on the dough. I place the honey in a soup ladle over the steam of a kettle and it is then easy to drizzle. Grate mozzarella cheese and goats cheese over this and carefully roll it up. The dough will stick together if you wet the edges. The amount of cheese is up to you, a cup is enough. I spice with the cinnamon, honey and a little grated onions. Beat up an egg and brush this over the pastry roll. Sprinkle sesame seeds on it and bake in a hot oven for twenty minutes.
PUMPKIN PIE.
I do the pumpkin pie without a base. We have so much food that it is lighter to digest this way. Take a pie dish and moisten with olive oil Sprinkle crushed corn flakes over it. That is the base. Now cook pumpkin. You need two full cups when cooked. Mix the cooked pumpkin with half a cup of brown sugar, a teaspoon of cinnamon, half a teaspoon of ginger, four tablespoons of raisins and three eggs. Mix well and add one jar of yogurt and a grated apple. Mix and put this into the base and bake in a medium oven for twenty minutes. You can serve this with grated parmesan on the top and chopped chives. Looks great and is yummy.
BAKED APPLES.
I bake apples for everyone. If they are left over simply puree them. You can freeze them with the .following.. This is for twelve apples. Two tablespoons diced dried apricots, four cut up dates, and half a cup of raisins, a tablespoon of lemon juice or a squeezed fresh orange. A teaspoon of cinnamon and two teaspoons of honey. Fill the cored apple and place it in a baking dish that allows you to fill it with water half way. I place an apple tea bag in the water and bake it in a medium oven for thirty minutes. You need to baste it a few times. When it is ready and cool, you can freeze them or wrap individually to freeze for later use. You can serve this with custard, a soya caramel pudding, ice cream or simply maple syrup.
Have a great time and enjoy it all Love and light Rona
Saturday, October 15, 2011
BOOKS , NEW AND OLDER TITLES.
RONA KRUGER…….BOOK LIST….OCTOBER….2011
We seem to have endless good books to read, and I have selected a few to add to your reading list. When we chat globally about what we are reading, the people in USA , Australia , South Africa and Europe are all reading great books, but they do not reach all of us in the book stores. So good that we have Amazon and Kindle and places that delivers them to us. Enjoy your reading.
This is about a current global issue. Wall Street is dealing with demonstrations now, we had them in Tel Aviv and they seem to be everywhere. Here is a sensitive story of self identity, depression, squatters and relationships. A good read.
WAY TO PARADISE ……MARIO VARGOS LLOSA.
This is a story about GAUGUIN the artist. It is written with details of his work, traumatic encounters with himself and people of other cultures, different values of society and we feel the paintings come alive through the amazing descriptions of the life he was leading. I found the story kept me spell bound. Colorful to the extreme.
SCENES FROM VILLAGE LIFE…….AMOS OZ
Here are glimpses of what goes on underneath the surface of everyday life. Often in Israel
MEMORIES AFTER MY DEATH….YAIR LAPID.
This is about the late Tommy Lapid, Former Deputy Prime Minister of Israel Budapest to Israel
THE DOOR…….MAGDA SZABO.
This is set in 20th century Hungary
NEW ON THE SHELVES. These might only be in USA
THE MISTRESS OF THE VATICAN
The story of Olimpia Maidalchini, that shook the foundations of the Catholic Church.
THE ARROGANT YEARS….LUCETTE LAGNADO.
This is written by the investigative reporter of the Wall Street Journal. She wrote the ‘Man in the White Sharkskin Suit”, but this one is a memoir of herself. The story of her arrival from Cairo to Brooklyn , the tale of her growing up and maturing into a remarkable woman.
These are titles that you may add to your list They are not all new, but worth reading
The Rembrandt Affair da Silva..
The Hare with Amber Eyes.Edmund de Waal.
Wolves Among Thieves. Hans Fallada Berlin >
Cutting for Stone Abraham Verghese.
Enjoy good reading… Love and light .Rona
Friday, October 14, 2011
BETTER SLEEP, BREAK BAD HABITS
HAPPY NEW YEAR. HERE ARE A FEW IDEAS TO START OFF NEW HABITS, PREPARE FOR WEATHER CHANGES AND MAKE YOUR FOODS A CAREFUL PRIORITY DAILY. CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR AND NUTRITIONIST RE IDEAS FOR CHANGE AND BALANCE IN YOUR DAILY EATING AND DRINKING. DO NOT GO IN FOR CRASH DIETS AND WEIRD EATING WAYS,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,WE ARE WHAT WE EAT
BAD HABITS
I have always been wary of sleeping pills. I believe there are natural ways of having a good nights sleep. Of course anxiety, worry, fears, discomfort and tension, reduce the chance of a good nights sleep, but I feel that people need to be more aware of what their individual needs are. It is no good to take the advice of one of the gals at the Lunch Club, or a fellow bridge or tennis friend. You need to know why you need a pill.. You must consult with your Doctor. The gal at the Pharmacy does not treat you and has no idea what medication you are swallowing. Each person has their own needs….find out what yours are
You, might need to supplement your eating program with multi vitamins, minerals and special tonics. Some times we have a need of iron, Vitamin C, magnesium and potassium. If you have been on a course of antibiotics, you might need a yogurt a day and some vitamins. Your protein levels and sodium might need correction. So be in touch with the Doctor and Nutritionist. Kids and older folks need special care and regular visits for check ups to the Doctor and Dentist.
Sleep needs special conditions. You must be tired. No good going to sleep if you have energy and are wide awake. Read, bake a cake, tidy a drawer, mend something, call a friend, or reorganize the fridge. Make a few notes of what you need to do, what you need to fetch and attend to. Leave all the bits and pieces on paper, and not floating in your head.
Have a hot bath. Rub two drops of lavender oil, , on your warm shoulders. Dry your feet well and massage a cream on them. Buff your nails and use a night cream.
Sit down and breathe deeply for five minutes. Just in and out, at a pace that is good for you.
Skip flicking the TV channels before bed. Do not play on the computer and do emails when you are ready to go to bed.
Read something relaxing, poetry, love-notes and fun things.
Make sure you have not eaten a snack or a meal a while ago. You need to stop eating a few hours before bedtime. Large, late night dinners, alcohol and heavy desserts can only add to sleepless nights.
Cut out all the caffeine drinks, soda pops and weird concoctions filled with junk. At night there are good drinks like Chamomile tea, Green Tea or simply boiling water and a slice of lemon or orange in it or a few mint leaves.
These are a few I suggest:
Honey and Lemon Tea. Boil the water and add a teaspoon of honey, and some mint leaves and a slice or two of lemon. Great in the morning too.
You, might need to supplement your eating program with multi vitamins, minerals and special tonics. Some times we have a need of iron, Vitamin C, magnesium and potassium. If you have been on a course of antibiotics, you might need a yogurt a day and some vitamins. Your protein levels and sodium might need correction. So be in touch with the Doctor and Nutritionist. Kids and older folks need special care and regular visits for check ups to the Doctor and Dentist.
Sleep needs special conditions. You must be tired. No good going to sleep if you have energy and are wide awake. Read, bake a cake, tidy a drawer, mend something, call a friend, or reorganize the fridge. Make a few notes of what you need to do, what you need to fetch and attend to. Leave all the bits and pieces on paper, and not floating in your head.
Have a hot bath. Rub two drops of lavender oil, , on your warm shoulders. Dry your feet well and massage a cream on them. Buff your nails and use a night cream.
Sit down and breathe deeply for five minutes. Just in and out, at a pace that is good for you.
Skip flicking the TV channels before bed. Do not play on the computer and do emails when you are ready to go to bed.
Read something relaxing, poetry, love-notes and fun things.
Make sure you have not eaten a snack or a meal a while ago. You need to stop eating a few hours before bedtime. Large, late night dinners, alcohol and heavy desserts can only add to sleepless nights.
Cut out all the caffeine drinks, soda pops and weird concoctions filled with junk. At night there are good drinks like Chamomile tea, Green Tea or simply boiling water and a slice of lemon or orange in it or a few mint leaves.
These are a few I suggest:
Honey and Lemon Tea. Boil the water and add a teaspoon of honey, and some mint leaves and a slice or two of lemon. Great in the morning too.
Cinnamon Treat. I boil the water and pour two thirds of water into a large cup, add a little cinnamon powder. You will adjust it to your taste. Then I add a little honey and milk to the top. This is a great TV tea, a warm drink for people who cannot have too much milk. It is good for the kids.
Cloves, mint and honey. When we had toothache, my Mom always gave us a special tea. Boiling water, tea in it and four to five cloves. Let it stand for ten minutes and drink this great tasting brew. This can be drunk cold and used as a compress on cotton wool for sore teeth and gums. You can rinse the mouth with it too.
Lemon and Herb Tea. We drink FORTUNE DELIGHT in one of the flavors according to the season. There is Natural, Lemon and Cinnamon. Have a glass of cold or warm water, add and mix Great for the digestive system. You can add natural sugar SUNNYDEW, the Stevia sweetener.
Chocolate Drink. This is great for the kids to prepare. Warm up some Soya, Rice, Almond or ordinary milk. Add a chocolate and stir. There is place for a cookie with a chocolate drink. Remember to brush the teeth after the treat.
Grapefruit and Honey Drink.
We have organic grapefruit in the garden a Jeff always made this Grapefruit drink. It is an excellent way to reduce caffeine drinks. Just squeeze a grapefruit into a tall glass, and add some honey and fill up with boiled water. We always leave the spoon in the glass, as we were taught that the glass won't break with a spoon in it. I often make a large jug for guests on a wintry night and it is a good start to a meal. Apple cider is also a fun warm drink.
Finally, clear the mind, tidy all thoughts and allow the body to relax. Make sure the bed has ample warmth, that the cushions are aired and switch off all electrical buzz and unnecessary plugs around you. Place the cell phone and alarms, a distance away from your body. Have appropriate lights and if you need a night light, just have a small one.
I have always tuned in to the powers that be and meditated for peace, loving kindness and a better world. Thanks for the day, the things we have and the vision of a good nights sleep, are the way to nod off. Have a peaceful sleep and wake up refreshed and energized, healed and ready for the day.
Love and light RONA
Friday, October 7, 2011
Friday, September 30, 2011
Thursday, September 22, 2011
HAPPY NEW YEAR EASY SALADS
HAPPY NEW YEAR.
Here are some easy ideas to make the preparations easier for the long week end of entertaining.
Make double the quantities of grilled vegetables and salads. Do not put dressings and do not cut the tomatoes and cucumbers. Just wash everything and keep in plastic dishes or packets, to be combined at the last minute.
BABY LEAVES, BEETROOT, PEARS AND GRATED GOATS CHEESE.
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ZUCCHINI, LEEKS AND APPLES.
Slice six zucchini, a cup full of thinly sliced leeks, two diced apples, three or four sliced figs, two sliced onions and three cloves of garlic. Sauté all of this with vegetable salt and pepper and thinly sliced yellow pepper.
When done place it all of a bed of lettuce and sprinkle with a few tablespoons of chopped parsley over it all. Serve with hot bread and butter.
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CHERRY TOMATOES, GARLIC CLOVES, AND SPICES.
Wash two cups of cherry tomatoes, four or five garlic cloves and chopped basil and four or five bay leaves. Place the pricked tomatoes and cloves of garlic in a pie dish in circles. I oil the dish with olive oil. Arranger the chopped basil over it and a few bay leaves on the side of the dish. Sprinkle olive oil and bake in a medium oven for twenty minutes. Serve with grated feta cheese on top and a baked potato or quinoa.
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MUSHROOMS, CREAM AND HERBS
Use a few cups of mixed mushrooms. Slice and arrange in an oven dish. Cover with low fat cream, vegetable salt, three crushed garlic cloves, two thinly sliced onions or a cup of shallots. Sprinkle a few tablespoons of olive oil and half a teaspoon of black pepper. Cover and bake for twenty minutes in a medium oven Serve on a bed of cooked polenta. Use a large platter, place the polenta on the dish and pour over the mushrooms and sauce. Decorate with thinly grated parmesan cheese.
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Have lots of carrots and fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, radish, kohlrabi, apples and grapes on hand for quick salads. Grapes can be added to any green salad. Kohlrabi can be used in any stir fried dish. Cooked beets are great for salads and with any greens like spinach.
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Have a lovely week end, fun and happy meals.---------------------------------
Love AND LIGHT RONA
Friday, September 16, 2011
SWEET IDEAS
SWEET ENDINGS …..THE LITTLE CANDIES FOR YOUR COFFEE.
At the end of the evening, when all the food has been consumed and guests have enjoyed conversation and a good time together, we serve the sweet ending. Please believe me, there is always space for the sweets things at the end of a meal. Even the people on a careful eating routine, will have something to taste and enjoy.
I use a large tray or glass plate. Doilies or individual cookie cups look good with the sweets in them
The best way is to set them out in rows,or in circles.
Use the following. Dates, good chocolates, nougat, almonds, halvah and marzipan, dried mango, small fruits like cherries or grapes. The grapes should be firm, red and white. I use nuts and dried raisins too. Baklava is a welcome sweet with a good coffee, and in season watermelon, Bulgarian cheese and arrack, is great.
Good toffees and candies always fit in anywhere………………
Strawberries, and small fruits in season, are a welcome addition to any candy plate
Dates. Wash and slit the dates and fill with pieces of marzipan that has been rolled in coconut.
Apricot and raisin clusters.
113g plain chocolate, 2 large tablespoons honey, 55grams chopped dried. apricots and 55 grams of seedless raisins.
Break chocolate into pieces and put into a bowl with the honey. Stand bowl over a saucepan of hot water. Stir the mixture. Add chopped apricots and raisins. Drop teaspoons of the mixture into small paper cups. Decorate with a small cherry or nut.
Chocolate Fingers.
See the recipes of 25th July 2009–
Chocolate truffles.
These are features in the column of 25th August 2008.
Date Balls
A favorite candy. Easy to make and you can freeze these and remove as needed.
Look at the article of 18th August 2008
Nougat.
I use slices of nougat and dip the ends in melted chocolate.
Halvah.
These can be served in squares in a paper cup.
Apricot and almond candies.
I soak twelve dried apricots in a little liquor overnight. Just enough to cover the apricots. Then I cut them tiny and mix with four tablespoons of crushed almonds and a little ginger. Roll into balls and coat with coconut.
Enjoy you sweet platter of delights with a good coffee or a well chilled glass of Recanatti dessert wine.
Have a sweet year. Love and Light Rona
Sunday, September 4, 2011
DINNER TABLE, CLOTHS AND DINNERWARE
BEAUTY OF TABLE WARE, CLOTHS AND DÉCOR.
We all enjoy sitting down at a table that is attractive. A good cloth, serviettes ,dinnerware and glasses that are crystal clear. They create an ambience that will match the efforts of the hostess
Recently I was given a cloth that I am delighted with. It is a hand blocked printed fabric, subtle coloring, glorious design and so easy to launder. The company sell online . They are called SAFFRON MARIGOLD. They make linen ware for the table, curtains, cushions, bed linen,, sheets , pillowcases and covers for eiderdowns. Just treat yourself. You will be amazed at the designs and colors. They have all shapes including round tablecloths .
I have a collection of candles, pottery pomegranates, crystal grapes, ornaments and little bits and pieces that make a good centerpiece. People like some toothpicks on the table, some look for sugar substitutes or hand wipes. These can be incorporated into the décor or centerpiece.
I also use my soup plates for décor, fruit dishes that match the set for a final course of nuts, chocolates and candies.
Remember one does not need to spend much to make a table look good. Just imagination and a few leaves or flowers. Use little wine glasses at each setting with a flower, or a little bracelet for a serviette holder.
When you have guests, prepare the items for dessert and coffee or tea , on trays. You will be glad you do not have to scramble to look for spoons, little milk jugs and all that…keep extra serviettes and a choice of teas ready. It is now the trend to choose a tea. Have a caffeine free coffee as well.
When you have kids, the best dessert is a large salad glass bowl filled with ice cubes and a variety of all kinds of ice lollies, ice pops, mixed ice creams in wrappers. Just watch them disappear. The adults love to tumble into a choice of ice cream…….whatever is not used, is just popped back into the freezer. Soya based parave ice creams are a good addition too.
Have a fun holiday and enjoy the extra fussing that makes life special
Love and light
Rona
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Saturday, August 13, 2011
SCHOOL LUNCH BOXES
Rona Kruger on Saturday, August 13, 2011 at 8:51pm
Hi and good luck to all the children going back to school and to the teachers who cope with dozens of our children daily. We wish you all a Good Year and great learning in a happy environment
We have a role to play in the going out of the home for so many hours a day.
School lunch boxes are to serve a purpose. We are responsible for what we give our kids to eat and drink at school.
The following is what we have to do:
1. Sit down with the kids and talk about lunches.
2. Determine what time they eat, how much time they have. Find out if they have a place to sit
Comfortably in the shade. Also find out if eating time is under supervision.
3. Choose a lunch box that is well made and with a cooler department and separate places for drink and food.
4. You must buy containers that can fit into the bag, that hold liquids, snacks, dried fruit, a good spoon and knife and fork.
5. Give the kids a serviette or wet wipes to clean hands before and after eating.
6. Do not use inappropriate wrapping for food. Never plastic wraps on cheese and milk products and no aluminum foil. You can use paper, brown bags and baking paper and good containers with lids.
7. You can place a freezer pack in the bag to keep foods cool.
8. Remember, this food bag is very important. You and you kids can bond well as you create the lunches in the evening and have them ready in the fridge. As you work and chat, you are giving them tools for life. They will understand that you care about their needs, and they will understand the effort you are making re the things they like.
9. Never underestimate the importance of ordinary chores. These are the examples we give them. They are also the memory makers of the years ahead.
10. You attitude must be, this is not a chore that I do daily, it is a pleasure for these kids I love.
11. Remember, you need a surprise in the box now and then. A love note, a candy, a chocolate bar, a cookie or a book or mascot that is the trend. All your efforts express love. Lastly, wash and air the lunch box regularly.
IDEAS FOR LUNCH BOXES.
Snacks. I like dried fruit, nuts, home made cookies and snack bars, halva, sunflower seeds and granola cereal, cookies and bars. Recipes will follow.
Vegetables and fruits. You can have peeled carrots, celery sticks, tomatoes, cucumbers, apples, pears, bananas, peaches, plums and all fruits in season. Lettuce can be washed and dried and packed in a container.
Ready foods. Humus, Techina, honey, cream cheese, yogurt, cottage cheese and yellow cheeses. Apple sauce is a great snack and you can choose an organic type in the health store. They have less sugar too.
Drinks. Give water, fruit juices, rice milk, almond milk, carob powder shakes, and health drinks
Baked goods. Good breads, crackers, baked muffins and health snacks and cookies.
Vegetarian lentil burgers are great to prepare and have ready in the fridge.
GOOD LUCK FOR HAPPY SCHOOL DAYS. RESPECT YOUR TEACHERS AND SAY THANKS TO YOUR PARENTS WHO CATER TO ALL YOUR NEEDS.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
BEING PEACE
BEING PEACE
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If there is to be peace in the world
There must be peace in the nations.
If there is to be peace in the nations,
There must be peace in the cities.
If there is to be peace in the cities,
There must be peace between neighbors.
If there is to be peace between neighbors,
There must be peace in the home.
If there is to be peace in the home,
There must be peace in the heart.
LAO TZU.
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If there is to be peace in the world
There must be peace in the nations.
If there is to be peace in the nations,
There must be peace in the cities.
If there is to be peace in the cities,
There must be peace between neighbors.
If there is to be peace between neighbors,
There must be peace in the home.
If there is to be peace in the home,
There must be peace in the heart.
LAO TZU.
Sunday, July 17, 2011
RICE ..EASY AND TASTY IDEAS.
RICE AND MORE RICE……………
We all love rice and the variety today is amazing. We eat mainly whole grain rice, but enjoy wild rice, red rice and all the new exciting varieties o in the market place.
Create rice dishes that are a meal in a bowl. They are quick to do and can be warmed up the next day.
RICE RISOTTO
Cook two cups of rice as you normally do. Slice two onions, three cloves of garlic, two grated carrots, a diced red pepper and yellow pepper. Sauté these in a pan with a little olive oil. Do this on a medium flame. It takes a few minutes. Add salt, pepper and a level teaspoon of curry powder. Chop two tablespoons of parsley and mint leaves. Add and stir. Add three two teaspoons of honey and a few raisins When this mixture is done, stir into the rice and serve hot with chopped cashew nuts on top.
Serve with a green salad, lettuce, thinly sliced onions, two finely sliced figs and sprinkle with coconut. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice, salt and herbs as a dressing
INDIAN RICE SALAD.
2 cups of cooked rice
Chop the following;2 tablespoons of parsley, a few mint leaves, a chopped clove of garlic, one sliced onion, two cubed tomatoes, drain one tin of peaches, or fresh ones and cube them. Add a few soaked dried apricots, sliced thinly. Mix all of this with two teaspoons of curry powder, a few teaspoons of chutney and salt and pepper, and a cup of mayonnaise or techina. Mix all and stir in with the rice. Great to serve on a bed of lettuce and sprinkle sliced almonds and sultanas on top
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RICE AND MUSHROOMS
Cook two cups of rice and serve on a platter with the mushrooms and onions on top. Slice three onions and a few chopped cloves of garlic and sauté in a little olive oil. Sprinkle salt and pepper on this with cut up chives and green onions. Fry lightly. Add a few varieties of mushrooms that are cut up and sauté. Now add three teaspoons of Soya sauce and a few pine kernels. Fry a little and serve on the rice.. This is delicious.
Love and light for a great week Rona
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Thursday, July 7, 2011
TRAVELLING TIPS
TRAVEL TIPS....WHAT TO SCHLEP ALONG.
Well it is the season of traveling and we all need reminders of what we must take along Take the passports, tickets for flights,
health insurance,
the prescriptions for medications you use,
a copy of the prescription glasses you wear,
a copy of where you are staying and
the copy of your credit card and who to phone in case of it being lost.
Leve the name of your Doctor and medical aid at home
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LEAVE COPIES OF ALL THE ITEMS MENTIONED. ABOVE.
IT SAVES TIME AND TROUBLE
Flights have changed and do not be surprised if there is no cushion, blanket, candies to ease a blocked ear or to watch the movies. Companies are trying to be economical, so the area for legs and seat space have been trimmed. Did you trim before the flight?
Be sure to use a reliable Company for your flights. Have the number of their offices in the towns you will be in. You might need them for changes of flights, confirmation or lost suitcases. .
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Be sure to use a reliable Company for your flights. Have the number of their offices in the towns you will be in. You might need them for changes of flights, confirmation or lost suitcases. .
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Take your medications, spectacles for reading, a pen, notepaper, a book to read, a snack box, and medications to make flight easier Here I recommend a chap stick for dry lips, Sunrider SUNBREEZE cream to help headaches, stiff muscles and make your make breathing easier. It is amazing how this excellent
Chinese cream opens up the nasal passages.
Chinese cream opens up the nasal passages.
It is important that in case you do not like the food, you have raisins and nuts, snack bars and of course chocolate. No flight can be good without a chocolate bar. I prefer to skip the caffeine and liquor. I rather go for fruit and vegetable juices or water
Have a warm cardigan and socks, in case the air conditioning is too cold for you.
I take with a first aid box. Anti histamines for allergies and bites, a moisturizer for dry skins., a few plasters . Wet wipes and alcohol wipes and tissues .
Speak to your Doctor or Nutritionist and have extra Vitamin C, Echinacea or Air Borne for the flights.. I also take along a Bach Rescue Remedy for stress, sudden shock, or panic attacks. I use the Rescue Remedy cream on flight and Rescue Remedy drops are in my suitcase. Ask the Doctor for a muscle relaxant, eye drops, ear drops an a tablet for diarrhea or tummy upsets I take along Arnica for immediate use for bruising and Aloe Vera cream or Gel for insect bites and over exposure to sun
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If you have little children, take along games and crafts to do. You will find these useful while you wait for connecting flights
LOVE AND LIGHT AND AN EASY FLIGHT
RONA
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Speak to your Doctor or Nutritionist and have extra Vitamin C, Echinacea or Air Borne for the flights.. I also take along a Bach Rescue Remedy for stress, sudden shock, or panic attacks. I use the Rescue Remedy cream on flight and Rescue Remedy drops are in my suitcase. Ask the Doctor for a muscle relaxant, eye drops, ear drops an a tablet for diarrhea or tummy upsets I take along Arnica for immediate use for bruising and Aloe Vera cream or Gel for insect bites and over exposure to sun
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If you have little children, take along games and crafts to do. You will find these useful while you wait for connecting flights
LOVE AND LIGHT AND AN EASY FLIGHT
RONA
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