http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme My Musings & Random Ramblings ~ from a Christian wife, mama, and keeper-at-home Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:35:25 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Clothes - that is. This is a follow-up to 7 great reasons for hanging out your laundry - from our latest newsletter. If you've never hung out laundry - aren't sure how to do it - or question, what about "stiff" clothes - read on. Put a cup of white vinegar in ... http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme/2009/07/01/tips-for-hanging-out/ It's started here. The mosquitoes are out in full force.We must protect ourselves from these fiendish foes. We don't use any deet or other chemical products to protect. Purification*, an therapeutic-grade essential oil blend is our favorite bug repellent. We put it on bites straight and it removes the itching and ... http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme/2009/06/29/mosquito-season/ One of our daughters designed this recipe from some of her favorite things.  It's great as either a salad or stuffed into whole wheat Pita bread - especially on a hot summer day. Amounts are up to you. Ashli Salad Tomato chunks (main ingredient - more of this than others.) Green Pepper, diced. Avocado, ... http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme/2009/06/26/friday-food-ashli-salad/ This is one of my favorite summer meals. Many times I throw it on the grill in a grill wok when dh is grilling burgers or other heavier food that I don't want. Steamed Potatoes and Veggies Use as much of each of these as you want - I've given approx. amounts ... http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme/2009/06/19/friday-food-steamed-potatoes-and-veggies/ You can't get much simpler than this. We were introduced to this by our son-in-law, when we first met him. He brought it to a summer Bible study gathering. And it was a hit! No, it's not an optimal food choice, but not too bad either - and definitely ... http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme/2009/06/12/friday-food-creamy-salsa-dip/ Lisa's Layered Enchilada Casserole Mix Mushroom Sauce, Enchilada Sauce, and cooked Pinto Beans together. (Instructions to make each below.) (If you want, you can also add 1# of cooked burger or 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken in with the beans. But it isn't necessary; we don't.) Tear 6 whole wheat tortillas into ... http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme/2009/06/05/friday-food-lisas-layered-enchilada-casserole/ Last week my niece had the honor of playing with her high school band AND the Navy band at Pearl Harbor. This is especially touching for our family, as my uncle was in the Navy band and stationed at Pearl Harbor when it was bombed Dec. 7, 1941. Thankfully he ... http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme/2009/06/03/family-ties/ We have a GREAT Summer Sale on our Breadmaking Machines this summer! Bosch Universal Plus with Blender $430 PLUS get Sensible Cooking cookbook FREE! and FREE SHIPPING! NutriMill $240  - FREE SHIPPING! Sale prices valid June 1- July 4. Click names or pictures to get details and order. http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme/2009/06/01/summer-sale/ Chicken 'n Rice Casserole (or just plain "Rice Casserole" for a yummy easy meatless meal) Measure 3.5 cups long grain brown rice* into the bottom of a deep 9x 13 pan (I use Pampered Chef 9x13 Stoneware). Over the top of that sprinkle a couple handfuls each of chopped celery* and diced onion* ... http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme/2009/05/29/friday-food-chicken-n-rice-casserole/ And our weekend is off! Friday we picked up 2 of dd's friends (young adults, flying in to Denver from their home in Michegan,) that we'd met with their family at Family Reformation Camp 4 years ago. Friday night 2 other friends, that we'd met with their family at Little ... http://frommeandmyhouse.com/blog-fromme/2009/05/23/memorable-memorial/