Tuesday Tidbits (No.41)

We’re definitely into Fall now and as I’m writing this I am seeing a few tiny snowflakes dotting the sky….already! The snow can be pretty for about 5 minutes but it usually goes on well into Spring and that thought is just too much to comprehend at the moment, lol.

I must apologize for getting a little behind on Tuesday Tidbits. I’ve been changing the theme of my blog and my schedule has been more hectic than usual but I’m back on track now. I STILL have the subscription issue but I’m determined to get that fixed this week. Thanks again for your patience.

The cold weather may be here but we can console ourselves with some healthy comfort food starting with this scrumptious looking lamb dish I discovered on a beautiful blog, Prepare and Nourish.

Prepare and Nourish

I would love to be digging into a bowl of this right now! Anya’s blog is all about preparing wholesome foods and she has some excellent advice on getting started if you’re wanting to find your way to healthier living. If you need ideas for great healthy snacks at work too, just follow this link.
I was drawn to her blog because she feels very strongly about the fact that we have the responsibility of giving our children the best, healthiest start in life and that begins with whole foods. I couldn’t agree more!

You’ll also want to check out her recipe on making your own fish stock. I have to confess it’s never occurred to me to do this but I will be trying her recipe after reading the post. I’m truly inspired by Anya’s blog because her recipes are flavorful, international and packed full of nourishing ingredients. You’ll want to visit this site over and over. Great job, Anya. Thanks for sharing your recipe and knowledge with us today!

Another blogger I’ve recently had the pleasure of meeting is Kathleen at Hapa Nom Nom. I love it when I meet people who have the same taste buds as I do. Every time she posts a recipe, I get so excited! Check out this tasty chicken dish!

One Pot Moroccan Chicken and Rice | Hapa Nom Nom

This dish is super easy and just requires some assembly before it basically cooks itself. Simple, right? And the flavors that Kathleen has included are going to explode in your mouth. I love that she demonstrates that simple does not equal tasteless. The whole world needs to know that simple IS delicious. It’s my mission in life, ha! And I’m thrilled that it’s Kathleen’s, too!

Check out this next dish. Being Canadian, I think I can be forgiven for never having tasted grits but after I saw this photo, I know I must try them!

Salt & Pepper Shrimp and Grits | Hapa Nom Nom

Are you kidding me?? Just look at this yumminess ! Hapa Nom Nom is filled with beautiful recipes like this and the photography is stunning. You’re going to love your visit there and don’t be shy about introducing yourself – Kathleen makes you feel right at home.

With the holidays approaching, that means lots of temptation with rich foods and constant snacking. Here’s a helpful list from Greatist of 100 Calorie Snacks That Actually Keep You Full and Satisfied.

Along with snacking and holidays comes stress. Having trouble sleeping or eating? TRY THIS! Getting headaches? EAT THIS! has a great list of foods to combat all of those problems plus fatigue and more. Food is our fuel – you can fix whatever ails you most times with the right healthy foods. Take a peek – knowledge is power, right?

And fitting time into your schedule for personal time is the best medicine of all. The way I relax is to find a comfy spot and curl up to read. What do you do to relax? Could you relax in any of these spots?

I’m pretty sure I’d be napping here, ha!

So cozy!

This would do it!

Click on any of the pics to see more.

And if you want to tap into the creative visionary you know is inside of you while reading, here are 4 Books That Will Make You a Genius. This site stopstartdo.com is a spot to visit when you feel the need for inspiration. Take a wander through and feel your brain cells percolating!

If you’re a blogger, you’ll want to make note of these fabulous sites that can help you with some tech stuff.

• Life and Linda has many super helpful tutorials and her latest one is for creating thumbnail photo galleries. If you are using Blogger, this is invaluable because currently there is no existing gadget. Take a peek at how beautifully her post comes together with her photos.

Linda also does blog designs and you’ll see a long list of happy customers on her site. She is great to work with and was very helpful to me with suggestions on my new design. I love her creativity and she’s so much fun!

• If you’re using WordPress, EasyIndex is a life saver. They have a free plugin as well as a plus version. The support is quick, friendly and fabulous.
• A reminder that Food Bloggers Central is an amazing resource for everyone from beginner to long time bloggers. They cover everything from step by step instructions in post writing to photography, increasing traffic and how to find sponsored posts.

Are you someone who finds wisdom or comfort in famous love quotes you read online? Have you ever been struggling with an issue and suddenly the answer pops up on a goofy Pinterest quote? Tell the truth! ha! On more than a couple of occasions I have found just the words I needed when I least expected them. There is a lot of power in words.

Here’s a list of 39 Quotes That Will Change the Way You Live and Think. The title is a little over the top but there are definitely some interesting thoughts on this list and I found it worthwhile reading.

Time for some giggles, don’t you think? Here are ten random facts that will make you smile, roll your eyes or gasp in astonishment!

1. In the UK, it is illegal to eat mince pies on Christmas Day!
2. The average woman uses her height in lipstick every 5 years.
3. “Facebook Addiction Disorder” is a mental disorder identified by Psychologists.
4. The person who invented the Frisbee was cremated and made into frisbees after he died!
5. Polar bears can eat as many as 86 penguins in a single sitting.
6. A sheep, a duck and a rooster were the first passengers in a hot air balloon.
7. J.K. Rowling chose the unusual name ‘Hermione’ so young girls wouldn’t be teased for being nerdy!
8. Every human spent about half an hour as a single cell.
9. Panphobia is the fear of everything… which is a pretty unlucky phobia to have.
10. George W. Bush was once a cheerleader!

From The Fact Site. Click on the link for more.

The 17 Ingeniously Designed Products You Need In Your Life. I’m looking at some of these and saying, ‘Hey! Why didn’t I think about that?’ Especially this soap holder. Doesn’t it drive you nuts when it keeps sliding off the shelf?

This would stop my cursing in the shower!

No one is going to get your bike now!

For more amazing designs, click any of the pics.

And that’s what friends are for.

Thanks for stopping by. Cheers!