Adorned From Above Link Party 91

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Welcome to Wednesday's Adorned From Above Blog Hop 91.

I Want to thank all of you for coming back to this weeks party.  

The last two months have been a challenge to say the least.  We had a wonderful time at Danny's wedding and went on vacation, and while we were gone my dad got very ill.  He passed away a week ago.  I have been back and forth to California 3 times in the last 3 weeks.  I had wanted to spend as much time as I could with him before he passed away.  All of us spent his birthday on July 7th with him in the hospital.  The smile on his face is what I will remember forever.  This is a picture that the kids took.  Danny is absent, he visited the week before.

Here are the featured bloggers from Link Party 90.  I promise to try to continue the party and blogging.  We are dealing with huge changes in our lives right now, so Adorned From Above may have to change a little also.  My sweet hubby is starting to retire, and we will be moving to the Florida House sometime in the next 6 months.  As things get more hectic with the move and all of the changes I may have to take some time off again, but right now we are going to try to keep things going smoothly.

Featured Bloggers from Link Party 90

1.  Dead Week Style Ideas from Fashion in Flight

2.  Caramel Banana Cupcakes from Annie's Noms

3.  Garden Update (and outdoor dining sneak peak)

4. Homemade Air Fresheners DIY from Crafts a la Mode

5.  Donuts from Sweet Servings Blog









6.  Creamy Italian Parmesan Soup from Love Bakes Good Cakes

7.  Jungle Cooler from With A Blast

8.  Lilacs in Jars from Muslin and Merlot

We are happy to have you at this week's party.  We always love hearing from you, so leave your comments.

Have a great week.
Debi

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Borough Market in London - Photography

Today I'm sharing pictures from Borough Market in London.  It is a beautiful farmer's market right near London Bridge, and we were fortunate enough to be in London on a Saturday, when the market is held.  

The pictures below are pretty self explanatory.  I love taking pictures of food.  Now, are you ready for our walk through the Borough Market.  Here we go.

This is the banner that you see when you walk into Borough Market.  You are inundated with all of the colors, smells, and noises in the market, which are all just past this sign.

The food stalls are all along the back of the market, and some are in the center.  There are so many people there.  Our cousin Emmanuel who lives in London says it has gotten much busier then it used to be.

The Sangria lady has some tables set up as you walk in from another entrance.  It all looked so pretty.

The vegetables looked amazing.  Farmers come from all around London to sell their produce.

The fudge looked and tasted amazing.  I was good, and didn't buy any.  I was trying very hard not to gain weight on this vacation.  Which is really hard to do on a cruise.  I made sure I walked my 10,000 steps everyday and I didn't gain a pound.  I am so proud of myself.

These vinegars were amazing.  Sweet and tart at the same time.  Yum!!!  They had little pieces of bread to try it with.

The breads looked so beautiful.  I wanted to buy some really badly, but sadly I restrained myself.

Oh my and the pastries, this is where I fall off of the wagon.  Doesn't that red velvet cake look beautiful.

The local fishmonger was happy to have his picture taken and show off his fresh fish.  It all looked beautiful.  If I had had a kitchen I would have been buying some lobsters to make for dinner.  That would have been a special treat, but alas, no kitchen.  We don't get beautiful fish like that in Colorado.  Oh Well.

I hoped you liked our walking tour of Borough Market today.

I always love hearing from you.  let me know what you think of our trip through Borough Market.
Have a great day.
Debi
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This is a picture that I took in the Faroe Islands.  It's so beautiful and peaceful.  It looks like a painting.  I thought it was fitting for today.

I haven't posted for a while, because while we were gone my father was diagnosed with lung cancer and has several strokes.  I was fortunate enough to get to be with him twice before he passed away, and David and the kids were all there also.  We thought that he had several weeks to a few months. 

 Unfortunately, last week he made his final journey home to our Father in heaven.  Now he can rest.

Have a blessed week.

Debi

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Month of June - Update

Selfie in Faroe Islands

Hi Everyone,

I have received so many emails over the last month and just wanted to give everyone an update.

We are all fine.  Our son Danny got married in June, and that was so fun, but it was totally crazy getting everything ready for company and the rehearsal dinner.  Then after that we left for vacation.  We were on a cruise out of England and saw so many beautiful cities in the North Atlantic.   

Blue Lagoon in Iceland

Seven Sisters Waterfalls in Gieranger, Iceland

I can't wait to start sharing all that we have done and seen.  I have shopped for wool in The Faroe Islands,  Shetland Islands,  and Norway.  I have shopped in general, because I love shopping.  My wonderful husband is so sweet, he goes along for the shopping, as long as we get sightseeing also.

I should be posting again on a regular basis next week and should have a party up and going next Tuesday. 

That being said, my Dad is sick and in the hospital, so there is a chance that it could be a little longer, before things are totally back to normal. 

I hope you like the pictures, I can't wait to share more with you.  These are just the ones from my phone.

Have a great week.

Debi

Mabel's Labels Sale 7/1/14 to 7/31/14

I love these great labels from Mabel's Labels, and this is a great way for you to give them a try.  This is a great sale, and I think I am going to order them for Danny and Lish's girls for this school year.  I hope you like them also.

*This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.

Now that school is out and kids are off to camp, are you looking around your house and wondering where all of the water bottles, hooded jackets and that extra pair of sneakers disappeared to? Get a jump on the back and forth of belongings before school starts up again, and take advantage of Mabel's Labels Back-to-School early bird pricing. Whether you select the bestselling Mabel's Labels Ultimate Back-to-School Combo or the new Mabel's Labels Stylish Scholars Combo , you'll receive 108 tags that are UV resistant, waterproof, dishwasher and microwave safe—perfect to track everything from tablets to bento boxes. And, if you purchase in July, you spend only $39 per combo pack (regularly $42). Take advantage of Mabel's Labels Back-to-School early bird pricing and secure yourself some peace of mind before the school year begins. 

Offer: Mabel's Labels Back-to-School Early Bird Pricing
Early Bird Pricing Expires: 7/31/14
Details: Both the Ultimate Back-to-School Combo Pack and the Stylish Scholars Combo Pack are available from 7/1 - 7/31 for $39.

Ultimate Back-to-School Combo Pack
Quantity:

• 40 Skinny-Minis™
• 50 Tag Mates™
• 16 Shoe Labels
• 2 Teeny Tags™

Stylish Scholars Combo
Quantity:

• 40 Skinny-Minis™
• 50 Tag Mates™
• 16 Round Labels
• 2 Teeny Tags™

Have a great week. 

Debi

Wednesday's Adorned From Above Link Party

We want to thank everyone who shared with Wednesday's Adorned From Above Link Party 89.  We love seeing all of your posts.

Welcome to Wednesday's Adorned From Above Blog Hop 90.
We are no able to do the featured bloggers this week.  We will have to do two weeks together next week.  I am trying to deal with major plumbing problems and trying to get ready for Danny's wedding next week. I'm so sorry,  life is just a little crazy right now.

We are happy to have you at this week's party.  We always love hearing from you, so leave your comments.

Have a great week.

Debi and Charly

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Grandpa's Lemonade for Friday's Happy Hour

This week I am sharing Grandpa's Lemonade for Friday's Happy Hour.  This is a recipe that my dad came up with when he was on dialysis, and the kids all love it.  When they ask for it they ask for Grandpa's Lemonade and the name stuck.  He has been gone for 7 years now, but the name is still here.  I wanted to share this recipe with all of you, since it is simple to make and relatively low calorie.

Grandpa's Lemonade

Ingredients:

1 can frozen lemonade (follow the directions on the can to make the lemonade)

5 oz. club soda

Directions:

Make the frozen lemonade, following the directions on the can.  It will make much more then you need for one serving, but I bet it will go fast in your house.  I don't think it will go to waste.

Next put ice in a tall glass and pour 5 ounces of lemonade in the glass.

Then pour the club soda over the lemonade.

Stir and serve.

This is such a refreshing summer drink and our family goes through it quickly.  Even the big kids drink it.  Have fun and enjoy your summer with Grandpa's Lemonade.  We always love hearing from you.

Have a great week.

Debi

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Sauteed Mixed Greens with Kale

Today I am sharing a recipe that I came up with for Sauteed Mixed Greens with Kale.  I recently had kale for the first time at a restaurant in downtown Denver.  I ordered scallops and they came on a bed of lightly sauteed kale, and they were delicious.  I then went to my trusty Trader Joe's to buy kale and try to make Kale with a similar lemony taste.  It came out great, but the next time I went to the store I found a mix of baby kale, swiss chard, and baby spinach.  This is the second incarnation of the dish that I originally made.  We all liked this recipe also, so today we are having sauteed mixed greens with kale.

Sauteed Mixed Greens with Kale

Ingredients:

4 to 6 cups mixed greens with kale (mine had a baby kale, swiss chard, and baby spinach, but you could make it with just kale)

2 TB olive oil

2 tsp garlic

salt and pepper to taste

1/2 lemon (squeezed over the greens at the end of cooking)

Directions:

Heat olive oil in a large saute pan and add garlic and cook for about 2 minutes over medium heat.

Add mix greens and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until greens start to soften and wilt.

Continue cooking and season with salt and pepper to taste. This takes about another minute

Next, holding the cut side of the lemon against your palm, squeeze the lemon juice over the mixed greens.

Stir, and cook for another minute to incorporate the flavors. 

You're done. 

This serves approximately 4 people depending on the amount of greens that you use and how much you cook them down.

I hope that you like this recipe.  It is super healthy and delicious.  I always love hearing from you.  

What is your favorite recipe with kale?

Have a great week.

Debi

Wednesday's Adorned From Above Link Party 89

We want to thank everyone who shared with Wednesday's Adorned From Above Link Party 88.  We love seeing all of your posts.

Welcome to Wednesday's Adorned From Above Blog Hop 89.

Now we present you with the featured bloggers from Link Party 88, and grab your featured button from our sidebar.  It was so hard to pick this week's featured bloggers.  All of your posts were so wonderful.

Featured Bloggers from Link Party 88

1.  Give Up Your Child to God from Saved By Grace

2.  7 Tips for Being an Available Parent from The Character Corner

3.  Quick Berry Crisp from Three Kids and a Fish










4. DIY Scrubbers from Montejo's Memorials

5.  A Shawl to Sevilla from Ana Love Craft

6.  Bacon Mango Salad from Melissa Kaylene is Willamette Valley Wonder Woman

7.  Rhubarb Dump Cake from Grandparents Plus

8.  Polka Dot Rosette Wreath from My Life of Travels and Adventures

We are happy to have you at this week's party.  We always love hearing from you, so leave your comments.

Have a great week.

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Chicken Seasoning Mix

We don't have a lot of seasoning mixes or seasonings at the house in Florida, so I came up with this Chicken Seasoning Mix.  It came out absolutely amazing, so I wanted to share it with all of you.  I served the chicken with a salad of baby kale, swiss chard, and arugula with strawberries, almonds slices, roasted sunflower seeds,. and poppy seed dressing.  Yum!!!

Chicken Seasoning Mix

Ingredients:

1 tsp salt

2 tsp garlic powder

1 1/2 tsp onion powder

1 1/2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp chili powder

1/8 tsp black pepper

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

2 tsp Weber Mango Lime Seasoning

2 TB brown sugar

Directions:

Mix everything together and sprinkle on both sides of your chicken.

Pat into chicken to make sure it is sticking to the chicken.

Grill chicken as you normally would.

This made enough for 8 boneless skinless thighs.

I hope that you like this chicken seasoning mix.  I always love hearing from you.

Have a great week.

Debi

10 Christian Songs from My IPod May 2014

I wanted to share 10 Christian Songs from my IPod with all of you this week.  My kids call them Jesus Jams, because I start really rocking out to them in my car.  I am a horrible singer, but I love to sing, especially as the kids call them, to my Jesus Jams.  Sometimes Charly gets into my car, and she'll say, "Mom, is your music loud enough."  I just laugh, because it is and it makes me so happy.  I listen to K-Love, which is my favorite radio station, but I also have a great list on my IPod.  So today, for your listening pleasure, 10 Christian songs playing on my IPod.

10 Christian Songs from my IPod

1.  How He loves Us - The David Crowder Band

2.  The Motions - Matthew West

3.  He Reigns - Newsboys

4.  Stained Glass Masquerade - Casting Crowns

5.  I Can Only Imagine - Mercy Me

6.  Where I Belong - Building 429

7.  The Space In Between Us - Building 429

8.  God Gave Me You - Blake Shelton

9.  Beautiful Ending - Barlow Girl

10.  The Words I Would Say - Sidewalk Prophets

Now,I have a zillion songs on my IPod, these are just a few, I may have to do several more music lists.  I really love listening to this worship music, I hope you enjoy some of these songs also.  Maybe you will find someone new on my list to add to yours.  

I would love to hear what your favorite songs are.  I am always looking for new music to listen to.

Have a Blessed Week.

Debi