Wisdom On Wednesday!

Have a great Wednesday!

The Sandwich Generation!

There isn't anything as filling as a good sandwich. Unless of course, you are talking about the Sandwich Generation. The definition of the Sandwich Generation is a generation of people who are caring for their aging parents while supporting their own children. Wow, now that is a mouth full!

My mother is 88 and suffers from some dementia. She is a heart patient on coumadin and is currently suffering some kidney issues. My daughters are 21 and 19. The 21 year old just completed college in four years and with honors. She continues to seek employment with most other members of the class of 2012. My 19 year old is supposed to leave for college on Saturday to start her sophomore year. Until today.....

While I am in the hospital waiting room, while my mother is having tests on her kidneys, I was on the telephone with my 19 year old talking her "off the roof". She had decided not to return to college. What....really?????

Five hours later, my mom is home, feed, resting and waiting on test result.  My daughter has decided to go back to college. Aaaaaahhhhh......all in a days work. There is nothing like a "sandwich".....NOT! Don't get my wrong, I am not complaining. What would I be doing without them all.....nothing as important as what I do with them. Gotta love the family ;-)

Low Calorie Blueberry Muffins!

After spending time at the Yelton Manor B & B last week, I really got use to enjoying fresh baked and healthy muffins for breakfast. So I decided to make some low calorie Blueberry Muffins.

Delicious and here is the recipe!

These muffins are easy to make and are perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk
• 1 cup oats
• 2 Tbsp canola oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F
2. Combine the first 5 ingredients (through vanilla) in a large bowl. Allow to soak for 5 minutes. In another bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture, and stir well. Fold in the blueberries.
Spray 12 muffin tins with non-stick cooking spray, and fill 2/3 full with the batter.
3. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of one of the muffins comes out clean.
Serves 12
Per Serving Calories 140
Do you have any special low calorie muffin recipes to share? Happy Monday!

Sayings On Sunday!

Sunsets – a gift from God!

Another picture from Lake Michigan. Happy Sunday!

I Am Back!

We are back from our "get-away". We didn't have enough time to go to Cape Cod, but we sure did have enough time to go to South Haven, Michigan on Lake Michigan's eastern shore. We stayed at the cutest Bed and Breakfast named "Yelton Manor and Guest House".

We had a second floor room with a balcony, where you could catch a glimpse of the lake!

They delivered breakfast to our room each morning by 7:30am. They didn't knock, you can just get it when you are ready for it. Convenient and delicious!

All this and it is only steps from the shores of Lake Michigan!

It was a wonderful trip and I will share more pics and details later. Though we did endure some rain storms, overall is was a wonderful time. Any time at Lake Michigan is a wonderful time. If you are thinking about visiting that area, you might want to check out The Yelton Manor and Guest House!
Happy Saturday!

Wisdom On Wednesdays!

Happy Wednesday!
On a side note, "Baron" and I are off for a short get away! Have a wonderful few days and I will be in touch when I return!

Check out Artist Felix Gada

Felix Gada is a fantastic artist that I learned about while visiting Miami. His website is www.iseefelix.com
This is one creative and talented artist. This picture is a small sampling of his work, I thought you could get the idea! I love his work!

Enjoy a wonderful Tuesday!