a smorgasbord post

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I have lots to say, but little time to say it.Tonight I will be leaving for Vegas! whoo whee! First I have to get through this work day. Then I can get my Oompa Loompa Mystic Spray Tan and a new pair of False Eyelashes. I want to look as unlike myself as possible.
But first things first, there are a few things I wanted to share before I leave.

I made Healthy Hot and Crunchy Chicken Cones with Mango - Jalapeno Slaw for dinner the other night. You can find the recipe here. (On that cool girl Teanna's blog) It was one of the best meals I've made in awhile! Extra spicy too!

I made Asian Style Beef Short Ribs in the Crock Pot last night. (recipe found here)They were good, but I don't like how fatty short ribs are. Like my thighs. Which by the way I heard cause people to live longer. I'm going to live forever then!!!!

I also made some cupcakes!



I'm in LOVE with photos that have these cute little heart lights all over. How do they do this? You can find the tutorial here! I might even try my hand at this in Vegas!






(photos courtesy of make do and mend)


Speaking of hearts... My heart and prayers go out to the victims of the Haiti earthquake. Such tragedy in an already burdened country.

And one last thing... I blogged over on If Life is a Highway. It's not light and chipper like this blog. It's just me being real. ugh. So don't say I didn't warn you.


Have a great weekend... I know I will.

Comments

Jennifer said…
Have a fabulous trip!

LOVE the heart lights...those are cool!
January 14, 2010 at 9:31 AM
Stephanie Faris said…
YUMMMM!

Have fun in Vegas. Do you like Mystic? I had it once and didn't like the results. I use Jergen's Natural Glow and it seems to do much better...but of course, you have to apply it and it's hard to get the unreachable spots!
January 14, 2010 at 10:58 AM
Kristina P. said…
I hope you have such a great time! You are seriously an awesome cook.
January 14, 2010 at 11:06 AM
*MARY* said…
I'm scared of going to Vegas, I think I watch too much CSI.
January 14, 2010 at 4:28 PM
Nishant said…
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January 18, 2010 at 7:40 AM
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