There is Still Hope for the Human Race

I never cease being amazed at the man's inhumanity to man.  The cruelty we show each other as a race (the human race) is beyond belief at times.  We hear about all the horrible things human being do to each other.  More than half the television shows are about people murdering, raping, kidnapping, etc. and 90% of the nightly news is taken up by the same kinds of reports.  It is very easy to let yourself be depressed by all the bad news and horrible things we see, read, and hear.

The flip side of that coin is what I have been witnessing the last few hours.  I have seen a call go out for help for a friend in our community who is in need and that call has been answered over and over.  Money has been pledged for immediate help and for monthly help.  Labor has been promised for work that needs to be done.  Friends are rallying around someone who is in need.  The person in need has never asked for help. An earthly angel saw the need and instead of saying, "Someone ought to help," said instead, "I will help," and then sent out the call to others to help as well.  That's all it took.  People are standing in line to help.

Now, aren't humans strange creatures?  I'm glad I know the humans who are good and caring, instead of those who do evil to others.  I guess maybe there is hope for us after all.

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Sunday Afternoon

Hello everyone!  Wow, is it ever hot here in North East Texas!  I was just outside to photograph a wreath and I was 'glistening' (you know ladies don't sweat, right?) in about 30 seconds after walking outside.  I also took time outside to move the water once again.  I'm trying to keep my grass alive during this drought we are experiencing.  I know God will send the rain, but we are so very dry.  The grass in the pastures is burning up and not growing so cows and horses are suffering as well as the farmers who will have to scramble to find enough hay to feel them.  If the rain doesn't come soon people will begin to sell off their cattle to lighten the load on the pastures and then cattle prices will fall.  I'm betting beef in the grocery stores doesn't decrease in price though.  Seems nothing ever seems to go down in price.

I am trying my best to be a very frugal shopper.  Yesterday I went to a resale shop and a garage sale and really got some nice bargains.  I got 4 shirts for my son, 3 dresses for my granddaughters, a purse, several household/crafting items, lots of holiday decorations and I paid $22.00.  I'd say that was pretty good shopping.  Wouldn't you?  Now if I could just start selling some of the things around here that I no longer use....that seems to be a bit harder for me.  Maybe one of these days the spirit will move me to declutter again.

I've been busy this weekend baking.  I don't know what got into me.  I baked one plain pound cake and one chocolate pound cake.  I gave cake to my sister, my parents, my friend and I had lots to put into the freezer.  Nope, I didn't eat any, although I was sorely tempted.  It smelled sooooo good.  I like to have homemade cake in the freezer just in case visitors drop by.  With pound cake you can always serve it plain, with ice cream (Bluebell Homemade Vanilla of course) or make Strawberry Shortcake, so I try to keep it on hand.

I'm going to post pictures of my newest wreath creations.  Just a couple of things I whipped up this morning before church.  I'm going to make one more wreath before going to church tonight.  I'll try to post it later tonight.  I sure do wish I could stay home from work tomorrow and make wreaths and gift items.  I'm in the mood to create.  Remember it's never too early to start your Christmas shopping.  Keep TheJourneyAccents in mind for those gifts for a special someone in your life.  I will be posting lots of gift items in the near future.

Always remember....No one can make you feel bad unless you give them permission.

Let Freedom Ring Patriotic Wreath

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Great Healthy Figures Legal 'Tortilla' Chicken Soup

Wow! I just cooked the most wonder soup! The best part is that is it Healthy Figures legal. That's right! I'm trying my best to alter my eating habits and my body size and shape. I have a hard time eating enough meat so I'm thrilled to discover this new dish. A large serving of this soup should be equivalent to one serving chicken and one serving vegetables. Here's the recipe:

Legal 'Tortilla' Chicken Soup

Boil 2 to 3 large skinless chicken breast with a celery stalk, 1/4 onion, 3 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

While the chicken boils:

In a dutch oven combine the following ingredients and bring to a boil. Simmer while you dice the boiled chicken:

1 can low fat Chicken Broth
2 cups Water
1/2 large Pablano pepper, cut into strips about 1 1/2 inches long.
Roasted Red Peppers, course chopped (about 1/3 cup) I use the jarred type.
1 small can chopped Green Chili Peppers (mild)
1/4 Onion, minced (I use onion flakes)
1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp. Cumin
1/2 tsp. Nature's Seasoning (made by Morton, found in the spice isle)
1/4 tsp. Black Pepper
1/2 tsp. Salt (or to taste)

Chop or shred chicken and add to dutch oven. Also add 1 can Rotel Tomatoes and 1/3 cup chopped Cilantro.

Simmer for 10 more minutes. Eat and enjoy.

(I did not have a recipe for this soup so all measurements are approximate. Adjust them to your own taste.)

I just ate a bowl of this delicious soup and it really hit the spot! It has a taste very similar to my favorite Mexican restaurant's tortilla soup. Of course this version is minus the cheese, tortilla strips and avocado, but still it's close. I hope you try it and enjoy it as much as I did.

WE HAVE A WINNER!

As promised, we drew a number for the winner of the wreath give away this morning. Although we did not have many to become followers (and I know some who tried but were unable to make it work) we are thrilled with the additional followers who did sign up. Thank you so much for taking your time and effort to become a follower. Hopefully you will be able to gain something useful from this blog as I become more proficient in blogging.

The winner of the wreath give away contest is SAMANTHA. She was the last one to become a follower and the number drawn out of the basket was #9.

If you didn't win this time, rest assured there will be other give aways as the year progresses.

I'd love suggestions, recipes, menus, or anything to do with home and family life.

Thanks again!

LAST DAY TO SIGN UP FOR WREATH GIVE A WAY

Today is the last day to sign up for the free wreath being given away by The Journey Accents by becoming a follower of this blog. Tomorrow the winner will be chosen and the wreath will be mailed out this week. Become a follower today for your chance to win!