Growing up I so wanted to have an American Girl doll. I loved Samantha, Kirsten, and Felicity. I remember cherishing the catalogues when they came. I would spend hours and hours looking at all the dolls and outfits dreaming about the day when I would have my very own.
That day came all too late for me. I was an adult before I purchased my first AG doll for myself while visiting American Girl Place in NYC. I was in college. I didn't get that childhood playtime I dreamed about. But I made a list of dolls I wanted for my collection and slowly I am acquiring them. Only three more to go!
This is what I believe initially started my passion and drive to learn more about history, and not just America's history, but the history of cultures much older than ours.
I found some pics of old Pleasant Company catalogs I'll share here.
So feel free to fall back into your childhood and open your mind to the dreams of your past!
Best Regards,
Lisa
Just a girl who should have been a teacher (according to her friend, the former superintendent) and who may still may pursue the profession once her education level has been raised through treacherous night school! UPDATE: Treacherous night school was a success, a B.S was attained from Azusa Pacifc University, shortly thereafter followed by a M. Ed. from Grand Canyon Univ. Let the teacher adventure begin!
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Friday, December 14, 2012
The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus - Summary Checklist
1. Build a wonderful workshop
2. Choose your reindeer wisely
3. Make a list and check it twice
4. Listen to the elves
5. Get beyond the red wagons
6. Share the milk and cookies
7. Find out who's naughty or nice
8. Be good for goodness sake
2. Choose your reindeer wisely
3. Make a list and check it twice
4. Listen to the elves
5. Get beyond the red wagons
6. Share the milk and cookies
7. Find out who's naughty or nice
8. Be good for goodness sake
Friday, October 19, 2012
Flax Muffin in the Microwave
My friend shared this recipe with me for a flax muffin in the microwave!
- 3 Tablespoons/ ¼ cup of ground flax (this can be found at Lassen’s, Costco, or Whole Foods market)
- 1 tsp of baking soda
- A pack of non-calorie sweetener, or tablespoon (or to taste) honey, maple syrup, or sugar
- 1 tsp of oil (I use coconut oil or olive oil)
- 1 large egg
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| These are all the ingredients that you will need. |
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| Start with putting your dry ingredients into a bowl. I used a big coffee mug. |
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| Break one large egg into your mug or bowl. |
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| Just fold the egg into the mix, do not blend to much. |
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| Microwave on High setting for about :65 seconds (try different times to see which you like best). |
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| This is what it looks like out of the microwave. |
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| You can eat it right out of the cup or bowl, but this time, I dumped it onto a plate. |
Basic Ground flax muffin in a cup:
In a coffee mug or bowl add the following: I like to use a
larger/wider coffee cup.
- 3 Tablespoons/ ¼ cup of ground flax (this can be found at Lassen’s, Costco, or Whole Foods market)
- 1 tsp of baking soda
- A pack of non-calorie sweetener, or tablespoon (or to taste) honey, maple syrup, or sugar
- 1 tsp of oil (I use coconut oil or olive oil)
- 1 large egg
To this I add cinnamon and some kind of fruit, such as small
banana chunks, blueberries, dates, chopped nuts, etc. Use your
imagination!
Mix the first 3 dry ingredients, add oil and fruit and mix –
then add the egg last. Blend well, but don’t over-mix.
Microwave for 60 +/- seconds on HIGH.
Let sit for 15 seconds or so afterwards in the micro…invert
on a plate. Delicious!
Thanks to Angie J. for sharing her recipe!
Friday, September 7, 2012
Reflection Sheet for LIFE
Reflection Sheet for feedback in the classroom, at an event, birthday parties, weddings, whatever!
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