Easy Baby Knitting Patterns - Don't Let Anything Stop You From Knitting

You never know where life will take you. There is always something cropping up to distract you from the really important things like Knitting.If you are a serious knitter, you know what I mean.

I have already created some lens to explain why I believe Baby knitting patterns are so important, well now I want to discuss why Easy Baby Knitting Patterns are so very important to have in your knitting repertoire.

Easy Baby Knitting Patterns by nightbear

What is Kindle?

I have been asked by several of my friends and family about my newest craze. What is Kindle! Are you kidding me, are you living under a rock? Okay I wasn't that mean to them. Some of them would never ever even think of going online or getting involved with technology, but that's okay, because even they could find enjoyment with a Kindle.

This Page is not really meant to be a review of the Kindle technically. It is meant to be a love story, between me and my Kindle.

What is Kindle? by Susan

Office For Sale

Office For Sale An office for sale, real estate, medical, dental, legal, whatever you need, completely remodeled. All new upgrades, 2500 square feet, high traffic exposure, excellent location. Waterford, Michigan

A site that I helped to create, the owner is a friend of mine. So glad to help.

Delicious Banana Pudding Recipe

Delicious Banana Pudding RecipeMake all the monkeys in your family happy with this Delicious Banana Pudding Recipe. A great tasting dessert or anytime snack, this Delicious Banana Pudding Recipe is easy to make and easier to eat.

Delicious Banana Pudding Recipe

Make all the monkeys in your family happy with this Delicious Banana Pudding Recipe. A great tasting dessert or anytime snack, this Delicious Banana Pudding Recipe is easy to make and easier to eat.

Delicious Banana Pudding Recipe by nightbear

Chicken Fillets Grilled with Lemon Rosemary Sauce

A Delicious quick and easy Chicken Fillet Recipe. But don’t be deceived, a wonderful depth of flavor your entire family will enjoy.

This chicken fillet recipe is delicious, simple and quick to prepare. Serve with your favorite sides and Enjoy!

Chicken Fillets Grilled with Lemon Rosemary Sauce by Susan

Knit Soap Cozy with Cable! A great idea

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" alt="Knit Soap Cozy with Cable" width="255" height="255" /></a><span style="font-size: medium;"> A fun and functional knitting project. Perfect for take along, learning cables, finish quickly project. <BR><BR>Also fascinating to watch it felt while you use it. Plus...<BR><BR>It is so functional in the toiletry, save your favorite scented soap suds from washing down the drain and exfoliate in luxury. <BR><BR>And this is a great gift idea. Have a look. You'll love it too.

<BR><BR><p style="font-size: x-small;">This is a free LionBrand knitting pattern. </span></div>

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Arts and Crafts Means Glass Etching

I love crafts. Most of the crafts that I enjoy involve yarn in some fashion, you know, knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, cross stitch, whatever! I love them all. But I have only just recently become interested in Glass etching as a fun pastime. I saw it on youtube, of all places. I have included a couple videos in this lens.

You will find that glass etching is a very special craft, and that you will make some gorgeous items that will become cherished, either has heirlooms or gifts.

This craft is not overly difficult, and it is very fun, You will find that the process of etching will make you feel relaxed and quite accomplished. Even beginners pick up on it quite quickly.

It is really rather remarkable. I hope you will enjoy it too.

Arts and Crafts Means Glass Etching by nightbear

2nd Annual Sugar Alternative Taste Test Open House

2nd Annual Sugar Substitute Taste Testers Open House by Meggie

Order out of Chaos - How I escaped becoming a hoarder

As you can tell from my Bio, I am a registered nurse. That in itself should explain I am extremely well organized, I can prioritize patient needs in a heart beat. I can accomplish more in an eight hour shift that most other people or even professions. I know how to dot my i's and cross my T's . I know how to keep my ducks in a row. I am also a wife and homemaker, both requiring organization skills.

So what is this lens all about? What am I trying to say?

Order Out of Chaos - How I Escaped Becoming A Hoarder by nightbear

The Toucan, Rockstar of the Rainforest!

The Toucan is a rainforest icon, He is the Rock Star of the Jungle. There are at least a dozen species and several smaller Toucanettes He lives in Central and South America. They have huge colorful bills and beautiful plumage. The body is relatively robust and the Toucan's wings are short and rounded, thus they are a poor flyer, and moves about primarily by hopping. When it tries to lift off, its flight is undulating, with the bird rising with a few quick wing beats and descending on a short glide.

Come meet the Toucan and see what makes him special. Beautiful Color!

The Toucan by nightbear

Civil War Bullet Collecting

Did you know that during the Civil War, more than 1000 different types of bullets were used? This is one reason Civil War bullet collecting has become a popular hobby. Another reason is that the time of the Civil War saw changes taking place in the development of firearms and ammunition. The old round musketballs of the Revolution were being replaced with bullets in the shape we are accustomed to. While musketballs are found on Civil War battlefields, the most common type of bullet used was the .58-caliber bullet with three rings around the base. Many bullets found are splattered out of shape. If you've always been fascinated by the Civil War and firearms, Civil War bullet collecting is a hobby you will enjoy.

Civil War Bullet Collecting: A Hobby That Honors The Past by nightbear

Anger Management in Children

K ids are normally very open with regards to sharing feelings and emotions. A child may be burdened with feelings of pain and guilt but you may never learn it from a conversation.

A child's feelings are usually displayed in their behavior. When a child is sad they may keep to themselves or have little to say. When a child feels guilty they may avoid people and stay in their room. When a child is angry they may break their toys, scream or throw a tantrum.

Children are not always verbal about their emotions but actions often speak much louder than words.

This Lens explores some of the ramifications of that anger.

Anger Management in Children by nightbear

Do Not Touch My Belly

A very fun and even funny lens that does ask a very sensitive question, should people be allowed to just walk up to a pregnant woman and just touch her tummy. No permission, no hesitation, it’s their right to touch the baby bump. Well some pregnant women would disagree and they have to deal with this on a daily basis.
However, some women don’t seem to mind. Where do you fall in this debate? How do you feel? What is right?
Have your say. See what others are saying. Have some fun.

What Makes People Think They Can Touch My Belly? by nightbear

All About The Sense of Smell

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This is a fun, entertaining but filled with valuable information lens. Everything you ever wanted to or needed to know about the sense of smell. And it has just had a complete make over. So enjoy!

Is Chivalry Dead? Should A Man Open A Ladies' Door?

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Is Chivalry dead? A serious question that needs to be answered. Do women enjoy being cared for by their man, Or do men enjoy caring for their lady. Or has the world become so hardened everyone does their own thing. Have your say, Join the debate.

Jesus Christ Superstar - Movie and Stage Versions

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The most amazing musical, theater or movie. Ted Neeley is unbelievable. I could listen to this over and over. It is absolutely the best. I hope you enjoy it.

"The Help" - Novel of Page Turning, Gripping, Emotional Character Involvement)

This is a novel of the deep south. During the 1960's, a time of unrest, civil rights, John F Kennedy and Martin Luther King. A time of inequality by either gender or race. A time of genteel living marred by unfair labor.

However, it is also a novel of gumption. Of courage and heart. It will make you laugh and cry. You will be outraged and soothed. It is a defeat and victorious. It is the story of three women, two black and one white and all the other characters around them. Why and how is explained in delightful compelling detail. You will not be able to put this book down. I promise.

"The Help" - Novel of Page Turning, Gripping, Emotional Character Involvement by nightbear

Garden Hobby Greenhouses

Sometimes it is so difficult to go so many months without garden fresh tomatoes. Seriously! How can you stand it?!
So many gardeners live for the few months of summer. But Wait! We no longer have to wait, we can have those Garden fresh tomatoes anytime we want.
Year round gardening is possible. Check out these Garden Hobby Greenhouses.

Hobby Greenhouses Make Easy Gardening Year Round by nightbear

What is Kindle?

What is Kindle? The simple definition is a fantastic, exciting and <!-- @page { margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } -->

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way to stay connected with the world and your own personal interests. It is an e reader. Books, magazines, newspapers, blogs. This is a one stop shop Kindle Store that will help you get ideas and find what you want to either purchase your own Kindle and accessorize it the way you desire. What is kindle? It is the best e-reader around.

 

What is Kindle? by Susan Kaul

Take a Puppy Break With Me - Food Lovers Website

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My wonderful friend Correen of foodloverswebsite.com has a new family member, Andy, her new "child". He is eight weeks old and all white with tan undertones. He is already fitting into his new home and he is gorgeous. He is going to be huge too. He is 3/4 Anatolian Shepherd and 1/4 Great Pyrenees. Wow he is a looker. Go over to the site and check out how gorgeous he is in person. congratulations Correen.

How I escaped becoming a hoarder

This is my new page about how I became a hoarder and what I did about it. It can happen to anyone. Even you!

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Order Out of Chaos - How I Escaped Becoming A Hoarder

As you can tell from my Bio, I am a registered nurse. That in itself should explain I am extremely well organized, I can prioritize patient needs in a heart beat. I can accomplish more in an eight hour shift that most other people or even professions. I know how to dot my I's and cross my T's . I know know how to keep my ducks in a row. I am also a wife and homemaker, both requiring organization skills. So what is this lens all about? What am I trying to say? Well it all started about 25 years ago. When my husband and I bought our first home. And that is when I started my secret life as a hoarder. There I said it... I'm out... these are the facts as I know them. Read more at www.squidoo.com

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Sugar Free Sunshine Cupcake Recipe

My sister in law's recipe. Perfect for gastric bypass people. Legal and delicious. And this is sugar free cooking

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Walking on Sunshine Cupcakes- Sugar Free Cooking For Gastric Bypass Diet

A sugar free cupcake that’s approved for a Gastric Bypass Diet.

ngredients: 2 sticks softened butter 1 ½ Cups Sugar Blend Splenda 3 Cups Cake Flour ( cake flour is 27 times finer than all purpose flour) 4 eggs 1 Cup Buttermilk 3 teaspoons Baking Powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 package of sugar free  orangeJell-O ½ Cup sugar free orange soda pop 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Combine and cream together the butter and Splenda. Beat until light and fluffy. In a separate bowl sift together the cake flour, baking powder, salt and sugar free orange Jell-O. To the creamed mixture add eggs one at a tome and incorporate well. Add flour mixture and alternate the buttermilk and flour. Blend well after each addition. Add vanilla. Last, add ½ cup of the sugar free orange soda pop. Be mindful not to over beat the batter. This will result in a dry cake. By adding the soda pop and Jell-O to this basic recipe will change the texture to a rich, dense  pound cake consistency. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full. I use an ice cream scoop to fill the cups. This works well and delivers the perfect amount of batter to the cup. Once baked, this method of measurement will give a uniform appearance to your cupcake. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool on a rack for 10 minutes before topping with Old Fashioned Sugar Free Frosting. Garnish the top of cupcakes with a slice of fresh orange. One bite of this sunny delight will make your taste buds take flight and leave you smiling! Read more at www.meggiesincredibleedibles.com

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Springtime citrus fruits in cake YUM!

I was looking for an orange citrus cake recipe and this one has orange and lemon a winning combination. And the icing looks fantastic. Yum, a real easy cooking recipe

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Buttery Yellow Citrus Cake

ngredients 3/4  cup  butter 6    egg yolks or 3 whole eggs 2-2/3  cups  all-purpose flour 2  tsp.  baking powder 1/4  tsp.  baking soda 1-2/3  cups  sugar 1  cup  milk 2  tsp.  finely shredded lemon or lime peel 1  tsp.  finely shredded orange peel 2  Tbsp.  lemon or lime juice 2  Tbsp.  orange juice 1  recipe  Lemony Whipped Cream Frosting

Directions 1. Let butter and eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease and lightly flour two 9x2-inch round baking pans; set aside. 2. In medium bowl combine flour, baking powder, 1/2 tsp. salt, and baking soda; set aside. In large bowl beat butter on medium 30 seconds. Gradually beat in sugar until combined; beat 2 minutes more. Add yolks one at a time, beat well after each addition. Add flour mixture and milk alternately; beat on low after each just until combined. Stir in peels and juices. Spread batter in prepared pans. 3. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until pick inserted near centers comes out clean. Cool in pans on racks 10 minutes. Remove from pans; cool. 4. Prepare Lemony Frosting. Place one layer flat side down on plate; spread top with frosting. Stack second layer flat side down; spread remaining frosting. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate. Makes 12 servings. Lemony Whipped Cream Frosting: In large chilled bowl beat 2 cups whipping cream, 2 Tbps. powdered sugar, and 1 Tbsp. instant vanilla pudding on medium-high until stiff peaks form. Fold in 1 Tbsp. shredded lemon peel. If made ahead, chill 24 hours; stir before spreading. Makes 3-1/2 cups. Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 12 servings Calories499, Total Fat (g)29, Saturated Fat (g)18, Monounsaturated Fat (g)8, Polyunsaturated Fat (g)1, Cholesterol (mg)192, Sodium (mg)303, Carbohydrate (g)55, Total Sugar (g)32, Fiber (g)1, Protein (g)4, Vitamin C (DV%)7, Calcium (DV%)13, Iron (DV%)9, Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients 3/4  cup  butter 6    egg yolks or 3 whole eggs 2-2/3  cups  all-purpose flour 2  tsp.  baking powder 1/4  tsp.  baking soda 1-2/3  cups  sugar 1  cup  milk 2  tsp.  finely shredded lemon or lime peel 1  tsp.  finely shredded orange peel 2  Tbsp.  lemon or lime juice 2  Tbsp.  orange juice 1  recipe  Lemony Whipped Cream Frosting Read more at www.bhg.com

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Sugar Free Buttercream Frosting Recipe

My sister in law has perfected transforming family recipes into sugar free recipes since her bypass surgery. This one is really a great one to have in your repertoire.

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Old Fashioned Butter Cream Frosting Recipe

Recently while I was shopping, I was halted in the baking isle and focused on a new name brand sugar free cake mix and sugar free canned frosting. Enticed by an in-store coupon, I purchased both. Having worked with Splenda for several years I have learned to adapt old family favorites that duplicate all the yummy goodness refined sugar offers. However, my discounted sugar free investment proved to be a bust and was a huge disappointment in the texture and taste compared to my recipes made with Splenda.

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Free Recipe for Farmhouse Carrots

I love carrots and carrots with a glaze is even better. I think these sound easy and delicious.

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Farmhouse Carrots

2 Bunches Carrots (about 15ish carrots) 1 Cup Thinly Sliced Spring Onion ¼ Cup Roughly Chopped Savory* 2 Tbsp. Honey 1 ½ Tbsp. Unsalted Butter 2 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar Salt/Pepper Fresh chives for garnish Note: If you cannot find fresh savory, I would use three parts fresh thyme to one part rosemary as an alternative. Instructions Oven to 400′ In a small bowl, warm the butter, honey and cider vinegar together. Break apart the rings of the spring onion. Add the slices and the chopped savory into the honey mixture and let it all marinate. Set aside. Cut off the green leafy parts and clean the carrots with a scrub brush. Leave them on a dish towel to dry completely. Line a baking tray with foil or parchment paper (I didn’t do this, and I wish I did, much easier to clean). Spread out the carrots in a single layer. Drizzle the honey mixture over and gently toss to coat. Generously sprinkle coarse salt and pepper. Roast on the upper rack for 20 minutes. Carrots should be tender but still have a good bit of resistance too them. Garnish with fresh chives. Total Servings:  4 Nutritional Information Per Serving Calories: 114.7 Carbohydrates: 23.8 g Cholesterol: 3.7 mg Fat: 2.9 g Saturated Fat: 1.5 g Fiber: 8.4 g Sodium: 11.4 mg Protein: 3.7 g Read more at www.webmd.com

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Puppy Mill Legislature Not Good

Have we been duped by the puppy mill legislature. I thought the mills were being shut down. But it seems not. They have found a loop hole. And maybe the law writers were aware. Read on. And please sign the petition to stop this nightmare.

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Everyone Knows how I feel about Puppy Mills. My Abigail came from a puppy mill and worse yet, we didn’t even find that out for weeks after we purchased her. It was one of those situations where she was sold by a puppy mill to a dog broker who supposedly is reputable, then he sells to individuals and to pet stores. Well no matter how you white wash it, it is despicable, and needs to be stopped.

According to the ASPCA and several members of the U.S. House of Representatives, there is a giant-sized loophole in U.S. law concerning puppy mills. Breeders who sell to puppy brokers and pet stores have to be USDA licensed but those who sell directly to the public are NOT monitored by the USDA. Read more at www.symptomsindogs.com

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Irish Soda Bread - Free recipe

I love this bread, Mom used to make it for us all the time. No yeast either so you can have it in a hurry.

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Irish Soda Bread

This is a great bread to prepare for dinner on a weeknight because it does not have to rise. The buttermilk and baking soda give the oomph needed for this bread to rise in the oven. Ina Garten made this bread (or very similar) the other day on Barefoot Contessa, I loved it then but didn't bother to get the recipe. Now I have it. This is a recipe from my childhood. Mom made this all the time for us. It is so good. Read more at www.foodloversweb.com

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A Salad so good Guests asked if it had Crack in it, Wow!

You've got to read some of the remarks about how good this salad is. My friend has made it four meals in a row and her family can't get enough, even the kids.

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ngredients 1 tablespoon butter 3/4 cup almonds, blanched and slivered 1 pound spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces 1 cup dried cranberries 2 t

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 3/4 cup almonds, blanched and slivered 1 pound spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces 1 cup dried cranberries 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 1/2 cup white sugar 2 teaspoons minced onion 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1/4 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup vegetable oil Directions In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook and stir almonds in butter until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and let cool. In a large bowl, combine the spinach with the toasted almonds and cranberries. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sesame seeds, poppy seeds, sugar, onion, paprika, white wine vinegar, cider vinegar, and vegetable oil. Toss with spinach just before serving. Nutritional Information Amount Per Serving  Calories: 293 | Total Fat: 23.5g | Cholesterol: 4mg Read more at allrecipes.com

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Crafty Creative Crochet on Etsy & Elsewhere

Although I am a knitter in every since of the word. My crafting life began with crochet and you never forget your roots. This is a wonderful page all about the many different stitches and patterns of crochet. I loved it. And it is wonderful for crochet beginners.

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Crochet is a Fiber Arts Craft

My crafting world revolves around the fiber art of Crochet. This story will tell you about the handicraft known as crochet, plus show you beautifully handmade examples of various techniques and stitches used in creating both practical and playful hand-crocheted items. Personally, most of my crochet is done using single & double crochet, with the occasional fancy stitch for a border. Therefore, I really admire the crochet artists who create using intricate and beautiful stitches, as you will see in their gorgeous creations sprinkled throughout this page and featured in their Etsy Shops, and Elsewhere.. Read more at www.squidoo.com

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Free Knitting Pattern -Folly Beach Washcloth : Lion Brand Yarn Company

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Beautiful Crochet Sunny Baby Blanket - free pattern

I love crochet and I am in the mood for some Sunshine. Free patterns always work for me too. Enjoy

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Sunshine Dots Blanket

Textured stitches created with simple chains "dot" the surface of this easy one-piece blanket to create a perfect pattern of dimensional diamonds. Stitched in sunny sport weight yarn, this cheery design will brighten any baby's nursery!

Skill Level Beginner Finished Size 38 x 39 inches Materials Red Heart Baby sport weight yarn: 24 oz baby yellow #224 Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge Yarn needle Gauge 4 sc = 1 inch; 5 sc rows = 1 inch Check gauge to save time. Pattern Note Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Work in only sc sts of each row, sk ch-4 lps and keep all on RS of blanket. Blanket Row 1 (WS): Ch 151, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each rem ch across, turn. (150 sc) Rows 2 & 3: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn. Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each of next 10 sc, [ch 4, sc in each of next 10 sc] 14 times, turn. Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn. Row 6: Ch 1, sc in each of next 9 sc, ch 4, sc in each of next 2 sc, ch 4, [sc in each of next 8 sc, ch 4, sc in each of next 2 sc, ch 4] 13 times, sc in each of next 9 sc, turn. Row 7: Rep Row 5. Row 8: Rep Row 4. Rows 9-11: Rep Row 5. Row 12: Ch 1, sc in each of next 15 sc, ch 4, [sc in each of next 10 sc, ch 4] 12 times, sc in each of next 15 sc, turn. Row 13: Rep Row 5. Row 14: Ch 1, sc in each of next 14 sc, ch 4, sc in each of next 2 sc, ch 4, [sc in each of next 8 sc, ch 4, sc in each of next 2 sc, ch 4] 12 times, sc in each of next 14 sc, turn. Row 15: Rep Row 5. Row 16: Rep Row 12. Rows 17-19: Rep Row 5. Rows 20-171: Rep Rows 4-19, ending last rep with Row 11, fasten off. Edging Rnd 1: Attach yarn in any corner, [ch 3, dc {ch 1, 2 dc} twice] in same st as joining, sk next 3 sts or 3 rows, *[{2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc} in next st, sk next 3 sts or 3 rows] rep across to next corner st **, [2 dc {ch 1, 2 dc} twice] in corner st, sk next 3 sts of 3 rows, rep from * around, ending last rep at **, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, fasten off. Read more at www.crochetmagazine.com

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Don't make too many, you will eat them all!

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Cream Cheese Almond Bars

I originally bought some of these at a bake sale (minus the toasted almonds) and couldn't rest until I found a recipe that emulated the total deliciousness I found that day!

RECIPE INGREDIENTS Crust: 1 c. butter 1/2 c. powdered sugar 2 c. flour Filling: 8 oz. Cream cheese, softened 1/2 c. sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. Almond extract Frosting: 1 1/2 c. powdered sugar 1 1/2 T. Milk 1/4 c. butter, softened 1 tsp. Almond extract 1/2 c. Toasted, sliced almonds

DIRECTIONS Crust: Cut butter into dry ingredients and pat into 9 x 13 pan. Bake at 350 for 20 - 25 minutes. Filling: Mix sugar and cream cheese with mixer until well creamed. Beat in Eggs and almond extract until fluffy. Pour over crust while still hot. Bake at 350 for 15 - 20 minutes. Cool completely. Frosting: Cream sugar and butter, add milk and almond extract, mix well. Spread evenly on baked, cooled filling. Sprinkle toasted almonds on top. Read more at www.cooking.com

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I am a new Squid Angel! Knitting is my thing!!

I'm so excited. Come see my new lens to tell you all about my new assignment. My new sub topic of knitting patterns is right up my alley. This is going to be so enjoyable.

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I'm Flying High As A New Squid Angel

I Am A New Squid Angel and I Am Flying Over Knitting Patterns and Knitting Lenses.

I am thrilled to be joining the ranks of Squidoo Angels. I have long sense wanted to become more active with giving back on Squidoo. I have been a member since 2007 and I became a Giant Squid in 2009. I have made some especially wonderful friends here and I really enjoy the sharing and caring that I always feel while on Squidoo. I wanted to be the Squid Angel overlooking something I actually love. I am a knitter of several years. I love yarns and patterns and how to's. I love learning and trying new things. I enjoy unique ideas. I am not looking for anything specific on your lenses. But I will know when I find a lens worth blessings. I would hope you would have put your love of knitting into creating it. That will be very evident and I would be happy to bless it. And I would be thrilled to learn from you. So enjoy your lens making and put your love of knitting into it and earn my blessings. And although Knitting patterns and knitting is my main focus. I will certainly be flying over all kinds of lenses and if I find something unique, or beautiful or emotion evoking, you will earn my blessing as well. I am looking forward to visiting many kinds of lenses. All I ask is that you put your love and enthusiasm into whatever your subject. Love your work. This lens will be a place to organize all my blessed lenses. Also giving an extra backlink to that lens. Which will help the lensmasters and thank them for their great work. So feel free to check back often. Also I love knowing when one of my lenses has been blessed. So I will always let you know I flew by. Smiles to all of you. Read more at www.squidoo.com

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Jewelsofawe's Purple Star lenses #newlens #squidoo

this is a squidoo friend of mine that has really got something to shout about. Congratulations on all your purple starts Patricia!

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I love Purple Stars

I thought it would be a good idea to show my Purple Star lenses on one lens for those who want to see what lenses got this wonderful Squidoo community honor. You used to be able to get one if you were a giant or 100 squid. They are now open to all to receive and are usually picked by another lensmaster who themselves received one in a pay it forward way. Read more at www.squidoo.com

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A discussion of the world famous issue of under or over for toilet paper on the roll, Join In!

A Twitter storm lens I created about a ridiculous topic that has caused a lot of people to share their "absolutely right" opinions. Join in on the discussion and let the world know how you feel about toilet paper.

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Should The Toilet Paper Roll Go on Over or Under?

An All Important Question That Has Troubled Some Since The Beginning Of Indoor Plumbing

This is it! The age old question of over or under. How do you decide? How do you do it? Is there actually a right or wrong, How did your mother do it? How does your wife do it? Do you even care? There must be an answer...Please!!! Read more at www.squidoo.com

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The snow has started, the winds are roaring, it is beautiful but by tomorrow afternoon expecting 12-14 inches. WOW! Hope everyone stays safe.

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Understanding Labrador Retrievers

This is a Squidoo lens by a friend of mine, Arthur Sherin. A subject matter dear to my heart.

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Connecting Hunting Abilities To A Lab's Behavior In The Home

Labrador Retrievers are many things to many people. Because of their loving nature and obedient temperament, these dogs have not only made great companions and helpers, but they are most often used as service dogs for the blind and handicapped. How many dogs are adaptive enough to live with all of those different roles, yet still have the personality to enjoy swimming, hunting, and play fetching games? Labs are truly universal pets which is why they are one of the most favorite dog to own. Read more at www.squidoo.com

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My sweet Golden Retriever, Life was hard, but she made it wonderful

I wrote this lens about my puppy mill puppy Abigail. She has a huge impact on my life. She has recently been nominated as a finalist in the Lens Sightings Readers Choice award. If you are of a mind, please stop by and vote for my Abigail. You can vote for her HERE and you can see Abigail's Squidoo Lens HERE

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My Puppy Mill Puppy, Abigail

This is the story of my Abigail. She is a gorgeous Golden Retriever. I have had her since she was 5 weeks old. She has had every problem a puppy mill puppy can have, and more. But she is the most devoted and loving and perfect best friend anyone could ask for. She is my love. I may not have her for much longer, Her years are long, but we are making every minute count. I invite you to get to know my Abigail.

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A very cool site, I have just finished my about me page.

Check this out. It is a site that helps you put all your online activities in one place so that people can get to know you and your work. Only took a few moments and will help with backlinks.

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Susan Kaul

I Have Accomplished What I Enjoy

I am a registered nurse of 40+ years experience. I am passionate about animals, nursing and knitting and my husband most of all. I love being creative and learning new things. I have been affiliate marketing for the past four years. My favorite online site is Squidoo. It meets all my qualifications for having fun. Read more at about.me

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Quintessential list for successful wordpress blog set up, SEO, PLUGINS

I have not seen a better list of to do steps for setting up your blog for success. Excellent suggestions for any work at home scenario. Be sure to compare to what you already have. Michelle MacPhearson has already proved she knows what she is talking about. Over and Over again.

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WordPress Tutorial For Internet Marketers

One of the ways to spend more time doing High Yield Internet Marketing activities is to systemize.

And one of the tools many of us use is WordPress. It makes sense to have a default “WordPress Installation Checklist” that you or your team can refer to each and every time you put up a new site. This way nothing is forgotten, you always have the links to download the correct plugins and there’s little ambiguity and therefore less room for mistakes. I use Basecamp to organize progects, and within Basecamp there is the functionality to create “To-Do List Templates” that can be used over and over again. Today I’m sharing my personal WordPress installation checklist – this is geared towards internet marketers building content-type sites. We go through each and every step on this list when installing a new site. It’ll produce a wordpress site that’s got it going on in terms on on-page optimization and is ready to grow. Add content and you’re up and running. WORDPRESS TUTORIAL FOR INTERNET MARKETERS WordPress installed Unique theme installed (not the WordPress default theme) In WP Settings —> General make these changes: Site Title = Main KW, Site Description = Description including main KW. Email should be youremail@email.com. Timezone = YourTimezone. In Posts —> Categories, change the default “Uncategorized” category to the main KW phrase. Then do a Wonder Wheel search and find the other categories to add. In WP Settings —> Permalinks change it to Custom Structure, use /%category%/%postname%/ In WP Settings —> Discussion change it so an admin must always approve a comment and that it will never email me. Do not allow pingbacks & trackbacks. Remove all default Blogroll links from Dashboard Google Analytics installed & configured w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/google-analytics-for-wordpress/ Mobile version enabled & configured w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/wptouch/ Multiple languages enabled & configured w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/global-translator/ Akismet installed & activated (key is XXXXXX) All In One SEO Pack installed & configured w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/all-in-one-seo-pack/ Caching installed / enabled w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/wp-super-cache/ Captcha for comments enabled w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/si-captcha-for-wordpress/ Related posts displaying at the bottom of individual post pages w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/yet-another-related-posts-plugin/ Facebook “Like” button installed Archives page built ( linked to in sidebar w/ Sitemap ) using http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/clean-archives-reloaded/ Post Plugin Library installed @ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/post-plugin-library/ (Does nothing by itself, it’s used for Popular Posts & Random Posts plugins) Popular Posts plugin installed w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/popular-posts-plugin/ .  Use sidebar widget to show 5-10 popular posts. Random Posts plugin installed w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/random-posts-plugin/ – use same settings as Popular Posts Plugin. Install sidebar widget to show 5-10 Random Posts. Psychic Search plugin installed & activated from: http://www.maxblogpress.com/plugins/ps/ Install SEO Booster Lite: http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/seo-booster-lite/ – add SEO Bootster widget to the sidebar, title it something like, “Recently Searched” Install & activate SEO friendly images @ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/seo-image/ – in it’s setting, check both “Override” boxes to override WP defaults Install & activate SEO Smart Links @ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/seo-automatic-links/ Install & activate To Title Case: http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/to-title-case/ User sitemap built w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/sitemap-generator/ . Link to the sitemap at the bottom of the sidebar. Google XML Sitemap installed, configured, built w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/google-sitemap-generator/ URL & XML Sitemap added to my Google Webmaster Tools account Adsense displaying w/ http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/all-in-one-adsense-and-ypn/ (Adsense ID xxxxxxxxxx). Set to show 2 ads per page, 1 ad per individual post, use default colors, random positioning, 15px spacing. Sizes: 200×200 250×250 300×250 336×280 Add 160 x 600 px sidebar Adsense ad at the top of the sidebar, above everything else in default colors Read more at www.michellemacphearson.com

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