She Met Him in an Espresso Café

When the Love Bean Meets the Espresso Bean . . .

It was a lovely Saturday morning, with blue skies and white puffy clouds in the sky their area seemed to be so well known for.  The sun peeked demurely from behind the clouds as if nature was hinting there could be the appearance of rain later that day.  For the moment it was still warm and pleasant and she shed her coat to fully enjoy the sunshine.
On her way to complete a few morning errands Judy decided to pull in and enjoy her favorite espresso café.  She could make her favorite coffee at home but she decided that today she wanted the warmth socialization of her local espresso café.  It was the hub of the town and she hardly ever walked in that she didn’t run into a friend she hadn’t seen for a while sometime before she left there. This time she had more of a mission than just the usual latte.  Judy knew her favorite café that always had espresso machines on display for sale was having a few special bargains on their product she was anxious to explore.  She was tired of always finding excuses to drop by her sister’s apartment to enjoy espresso coffee there. It was time to buy her own machine. But the cost . . . well it had always been an issue.
Judy was a thirty-something single professional with light blond hair and bright blue eyes that automatically twinkled at the very thought of espresso coffee. Today her dressy office look caved into skinny jeans, high heel sandals and a bright sky blue casual silk top. She walked in the café. The rich aroma of the coffee beans was the first thing she noticed. It was pleasantly intoxicating. The first thing she did was her usual greeting to Joseph, the head Barista at the Café.   He was a very handsome man about 40 with bright brown eyes, who was also the Manager there.  

“Hi Joseph! “

“Hey Judy . . . How’s it going for ya? Can I start your favorite drink?”

“Just wait a few minutes, okay?  I’m going to do a little shopping.”

The next thing was that she was immediately drawn to the variety of espresso machines on display in the back of the store.
The first espresso machine she noticed was a very sharp looking Jura Z9 Super Automatic Espresso machine with it sleek black lines and elegant design. She looked over the product description placed next to it.
“Hmmm . . . this is one of those ‘one touch’ does it all for you’ machines from Switzerland,” she commented softly to herself.  “Wow, sheer luxury. Not sure I could do that one anywhere near soon. It’ll be on my future ‘wish list.’”  Judy scanned over the display further.  The next one her eyes landed on was the Jura ENA 5 Super Automatic. “Now here is a Super-Automatic espresso machine. Very nice looking, too. “Gentle touch panel . . . easy to operate,” she read. “Oh this one is very compact in size . . . doesn’t take up much counter space.” Judy noted.
“What else do we have here?”  Judy studied the style stylish lines of the Jura Impressa C65.  “Now that’s an impressive looking espresso machine.  I might be showing off a bit if I bought that one!”    Judy went down the line studying the machines and product descriptions. “Here’s a De’Longhi ECAM.  MY girlfriend has one of these and just loves it!  Hmm, it has Its own water filtration system.  Now that’s convenient.  Judy couldn’t help noticing the price tags. We’ll these are all a little spendy for me right now.  My sis’ has a Gaggia Classic . . . now that’s more like it!”
Judy studied the machines carefully.  There were several rows of them.  “No, I want something different than what my sister has,” Judy murmured softly.  Then she saw it. “Here’s a Philips Saeco Minuto Super Automatic Espresso Machine.  Judy read further. “No burnt coffee thanks to the 100 percent ceramic grinders.”  The price wasn’t too bad.  “Ah, look here is one that is for sale that is refurbished for a couple hundred dollars less!’  Judy put a mental note on that one.  She continued her research.  “Now here is a Breville Barista Express.  I’ve heard plenty of good reports on that one. Made in Italy too.  It is a little less money. Not too sure, though. . .”
Meanwhile outside on the side walk by the café lawn and rose garden, a handsome young stranger happened to glance in through the glass in Judy’s direction.  He decided that Judy was exceptionally attractive. Ian had not actually planned to stop by the café until a little later, but perhaps he would make an exception!
“All this espresso machine shopping has me worn out. I need an iced mocha  . . 3 shots!”  Judy stepped over to the bar and ordered her iced mocha from Joseph. Meanwhile, Ian cleverly picked a budding red rose, and tucked it in inside his coat. Then he stepped gingerly into the store.  Judy had a few sales brochures in her hand and took a seat at a table near the outside area.  Ian pretended to be interested in the espresso machine display. He decided he could use that to possibly introduce himself to this very attractive girl he had just spotted. He just thought she seemed extra beautiful and had that extra something, life and bounce that he loved to see in a woman.
Or is it just the coffee?” he mused to himself.  Ian looked over the espresso machines and pretended to be interested. After getting his coffee and a glass of water, he picked up a few sales brochures, and started over in her direction, hidden rose and all.  His heart was beating a little fast as he approached her table.  Judy looked up and smiled at him. He almost lost it right there.
“Excuse me . . . I saw you looking over the espresso machines.  I would really appreciate your opinion,” he blurted out, a little awkwardly. Judy looked up again, cocking a suspicious eyebrow in his direction.  “I need to make a decision on one fairly soon . . . mine broke down,” he lied. “May I join you?”  At this Judy just gave him a blank look.  He was a stranger, but he seemed fairly decent, she reasoned.  Then Ian pulled out the read rose and put it in his water glass and sat it in front of her.  Judy just laughed delightfully when she saw it.  It startled her a little and she had to gather her composure so the coffee didn’t come spurting out her nose.  Joseph, the head Barista couldn’t help but notice. He shook his head, and washed cups.   She grabbed a napkin in front of her.

“Oh let me help you,” said Ian grabbing an extra napkin.
“Sure,” Judy said.  Feeling a little embarrassed.  “Have a seat.  Very nice rose. Where did that come from?”
“Just outside her here,” he blushed.  “I saw you shopping for an espresso machine.  So what do you think?”
“Oh, I don’t know. There are quite a few to choose from. So what’s your name?”
“Ian . . . what’s yours?”
“Judy.”
I was just planning on coming by here anyway.  I was always stopping by my sister Marge’s place for espresso on her day off. I decided it was time to buy my own. “
“Really. That sounds like a good idea. What kind of espresso machine does your sister have?”
It’s a Gaggia Classic.  She’s had it about a year. She really likes it,” Judy smiled. Her eyes were twinkling again now but for new reasons.  Ian’s eyes were bright and inviting. It was becoming apparent that this was becoming more than just a matter of which espresso machine was the best.  “I’m tending toward buying a Saeco Minuto Super-Automatic Machine. I like those one-touch-does-it-for-you machines.  They even have a refurbished one here for $200. Less. I might go for that one.”
“I saw that one.  It’s still a little spendy.  Why don’t you just buy a brand new Breville Barista Express?  They run between five and six hundred dollars?”
“Maybe,” Judy replied a bit coyly.  “But isn’t that a Semi-Automatic machine?”
“They say it’s very much like a Super-Automatic machine. It has many if the same features,” replied Ian, holding up the brochure.  “That’s the one I would buy.”
“Then why don’t you?”
“I think I will, as a matter of fact.”
“I’ll stick to the Philips Saeco Minuto. I think I’m sold on that one,” Judy stated with the  sound of commitment in her voice.
Then she shifted the conversation. “So do you live around here?  Tell me about yourself.”
“Yes, I do . . . but I’m originally from California.”
“Are you? So am I!  What part?”  Judy was really getting into knowing more about Ian.  After a few cups of coffee and another espresso for Judy . . . then a light lunch at the café . . . Judy and Ian were becoming rather well acquainted with each other’s history. By now Ian had removed his overcoat and had become quite comfortable.
“Well, I must say you are a very delightful girl!” Ian beamed.  I can’t just leave it here at this coffee bar. I like you very much,”  he admitted, his eyes shining happily.
“I like you too,” Judy smiled.”  The she got an impish thought. “But how will we ever know which espresso machine is best . . . the Saeco Minuto or the Breville Barista Express?”
Ian thought for a minute.  “You buy the Philips Saeco and I’ll buy the Breville and we’ll just have to try them out?”
“But how will we do that?” Judy asked with curiosity.
“We’ll just buy them and try them out at home.”
“We will?”
“Yeah . . . your place or mine?”
At this point the conversation had gone way beyond espresso machines.  By the end of the afternoon they had each bought their favorite espresso machine, and happily exchanged phone numbers.
Ten months later there was a wedding.  In their new home they had both the Saeco Minuto and the Breville Barista Express in the same kitchen warmly regarded as “his” and “hers.”  They never did figure out which one they loved better.  There came a point where it didn’t seem important any more.  Both espresso machines made excellent coffee . . . and what they really knew was that they loved each other best of all!

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More here on the selection of espresso machines discussed in this story and where to buy on Amazon.

They knw they were becoming more interested in more than espresso coffee machines.

They knew they were becoming interested in much more than just espresso coffee machines.

Introducing: “Wise Sayings Mugs” – Find that Super Unique Gift!

Find that Super Unique Gift that says Just the Right Thing!

What is there about giving a novelty coffee mug as a special gift? I think it’s that its a relatively inexpensive gift, but if it says just the right thing, it might as well be worth more than a million!

Find your unique gift. “Wise Sayings Mugs” is a great place to shop for a meaningful yet inexpensive gift.  More new ones will be added on a regular basisSome of our romantic themes may be the perfect thing to say on Valentine’s day, or on any day to that special person in your life! Certain mugs are the perfect gift to encourage someone you know or give a smile every time they look at it!

These novelty coffee mugs are custom made by Team Gearbubble and shipped from the Bristol, PA.  They are print on demand and handmade. These 15 oz or 11 oz  mugs are large and sturdy. Impressive.  Allow approx. 7 days production/shipping time.

We have gone through a recent product name change from Smart Sayings Mugs to Wise Sayings Mugs. It will take a while for these changes to full take effect on line and from other sources.

This is also a preview to a the a greater selection listed at:  The Wise Sayings Mug Collection and Kathie’s Creations listed on Shopify. Click here to view:

Wise Sayings Mugs

Inspirational

To a friend or from a support group – special price $12.95 – 15 oz mug

We’ll Walk This Path With You – You’re Not Alone

 

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Wise Sayings Mugs

To the person you love –
Any time!

I Just Love You – It’s as Simple as That

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 Wise Sayings Mugs

Happy Happy Birthday USA!

 

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Wise Sayings Mugs

Patriotic

America…America – Let’s Hold Tightly to Her

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Wise Sayings Mugs

Dad or Father’s Day

Dad, Somewhere in Your Hopes and Dreams and Visions you Saw me There. Thanks!

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Great gift for a husband from a wife!

Great gift for a husband from a wife on Father’s Day or anytime!

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Dad You Taught Me So Much – Like How to Get the Squirmmy Worm on the Hook

Great gift for Dad as you remember those fun days when you went fishing together!

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Wise Sayings Mugs

Dad . . .Thanks for always being there for us

This one says it all.

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For Dad – The Frog Prince Mug

Dear Dad, Thanks for Being the Frog that Became Mom’s Prince

We all know the fairytale about the frog who became a Prince when the Princess kissed him. Have some fun with this one!

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Wise Sayings Mugs

For Dad

Dear Dad – When I was little you seemed like such a Giant . . .

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Wise sayings Mugs

Dad

Dad- Do you have a secret Recipe for Why You are so sweet?

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Wise Sayings Mugs

MOM or Mother’s Day – Tender

Great gift for Mom, anytime!

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Mom, in the garden of Life your flower definitely stands out  . . .

Mom, in the garden of life your flower definitely stands out! 11 oz mug

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Dear Mom, you taught me to smell the flowers along the way. Thanks!

Hey Mom, you taught me to stop and smell the flowers along the way. Thanks!

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Mom – Funny

“Mom, Life was sometimes Hard, but it Was the Cookies That brought me Through!”

We had fun with this saying and we made a few different designs to enjoy!

Mom, Life was sometimes Hard but it was the Cookies that Brought Me Through!

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It was the Cookies That Brought me Through!

Life Was sometimes Hard But it was the Cookies That Brought me Through! – Color cookies

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It was the Cookies That Brought me Through! – Cookies with coffee

COOKIES brought me Through!

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Mom – Funny

Mom, Thanks so much for warning me about not putting cookies under my pillow in the tent so the bears would not come in looking for them while I’m sleeping! . . .

Your Happy Camper!

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Mom – Funny

Mom . . . Remember how you warned me that those tadpoles would turn into giant bullfrogs that would keep would keep us up all night? You were right!

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Ever feel this way?

Ever feel this way?

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Job – Career

Wise Sayings Mugs

 

I Have Learned to Sleep With My Eyes Wide Open And standing up–

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Job – Career

I have Learned to Sleep With My eyes Wide Open and Standing up–So What Other Talents Did you Want to talk About?

Color Changing mug -11 oz

The mug appears to be black…but when you pour in the hot liquid, the picture appears. Fun!  Only comes in the 11 oz size. $14.99  Hand wash to protect the special finish on this one.

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Romantic

 You are Awesome … But We  Are Even More Awesome Together… 16.99  

This novelty gift mug comes on a white or black background.

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          You Are Awesome …gift mug                                  in black.

 

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Wise Sayings Mugs –

Romantic – Love

 

You are Awesome-But we Are Even More Awesome Together – Heart Throb Mug

 

Any couple might enjoy this mug as a gift for the other, but if you look extra close there is a stethoscope on the heart. This design is even more fun for medical couples!  $16.99 Amazon – 15 oz–Smart Sayings mugs

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I love You and All That Jazz!

I love You and All That Jazz! – red – 15 oz mug

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I love You and All That Jazz – Pendant Necklace – 22 inch gold plated chain

I love you and All That Jazz – Pendant necklace – 22 inch gold plated chain

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Absolutely the Most Awesome Girlfriend

Absolutely the Most Awesome Girlfriend Mug

Absolutely most Awesome Girlfriend Mug – 15 oz

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“You Are My Love Explosion!”

             “You Are My Love Explosion! 

 What a fun romantic expression to your girlfriend or boyfriend! $16.99-15 OZ

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How’s this for a Challenge?

How’s This for a challenge? Girls, try placing this on your desk for a few laughs!

 

A cute, funny mug for Valentine’s Day or anytime!

The Kiss Me Challenge Mug: 15 oz

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“Absolutely the Most Awesome Girlfriend”

Really sweet expression for your special girl! 15 oz

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Here is the same mug for a boyfriend! Dramatic style, not too fluffy for the guys.

Very nice gift that will and be appreciated year around!

Absolutely the most awesome Boyfriend – mug – 15 oz

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Most Awesome Girlfriend with bright pink accent! 15 oz Mug

Allow approximately 7 days production time.

Fresh and fun expression for your special girl. Outlasts a greeting card.

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Absolutely the most

Absolutely the Most Awesome Boyfriend – all one plain text

Awesome Boyfriend – Plain BW text – 15 oz mug

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Wise Sayings Mugs

Irish – funny

I’m Irish-That’s why I’m so Cute!

Do you have Irish decent friends? This is a fun gift idea! 15 oz

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Here’s a couple more gift mugs for those Irish friends in your world! 15 oz

Yes, I  celebrate St Patrick’s Day!

Yes, I do Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

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FITZPATRICK – Yes, I Celebrate St. Patricks’ Day!

FITZPATRICK means “Son of Patrick.” tradition says that the name dates back to the line of St. Patrick himself.

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St Patrick’s Day -continued

Here’s a nice gift for the Sweetie in your Life!

Honey, You are my favorite Leprechaun!

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You are my Very Own Cutest Leprechaun

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You are my Very Own Cutest Leprechaun

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Did I ever say you look like a leprechaun?

Did I ever say you look Like a Leprechaun?

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It’s Not that you look FUNNY…You just look like a Leprechaun

It’s not that you look FUNNY…You just look like a Leprechaun

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Now tell Me Did I ever say you looked like a Leprechaun?

Now tell me did I ever say You looked like a Leprechaun?

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Leprechauns are COOL!

Leprechauns are COOL!

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Wise Sayings Mugs

      

Dance Themes

Here’s a nice gift for the dancer in your life..or the young aspiring Ballerina!

Attractive 15 ounce mug. These mugs are heavy duty ceramic, large and beautiful! Dishwasher safe, and microwavable.

 

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This often what Ballerinas say later in life!  A little funny..a little true! Enjoy this mug at home or in the dance studio. 15 oz mug, heavy duty ceramic, large and impressive.

 

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Yes, I Tango

Yes, I Tango! Let the world know!

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Dance!

Guy Dancer! This design is also available as a pendant, 22 inch chain sold separately on Amazon.

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Dance!  Enjoy this pendant necklace, 22 inch silver plated chain.

Guy dancer. silver pendant- 22 inch chain – silver plated

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Wise Sayings Mugs

Family Themes

Here’s a funny mug for the Mom in your life . . . or for yourself!  15 oz mug

These mugs are heavy duty ceramic, sturdy large and impressive. This is not your usual coffee mug. You will love them! Manufactured by Gearbubble, and designed by Wise Sayings Mugs.  The artist designer is Kathie FitzPatrick.

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This is great expression for your wife she will love you for! 15 oz

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You are More than The Best Husband Ever…You are the Best Friend Ever!

 

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Personal Trainer – Gym- Coach

I’m an Elite Personal Trainer – So what’s you Superpower?

I’m an Elite Personal Trainer – So what’s your Superpower?

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Thanks Coach…We’ll Always remember You

Thanks Coach…We’ll Always Remember you!

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Thanks Coach…I’ll Always Remember You!

Thanks Coach…I’ll Always remember you

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Wise Sayings Mugs —

Faith and Inspirational Thoughts

When things get tuff, remember:
Thou Shalt Not Freak Out

 

Thou Shalt Not Freak Out

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You are My Strength and My Song

You Are My strength and My Song

For the musician in your life!

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You are my Strength and my Song…

The Lord is my Strength, my Song..and my Hope – great gift!

and Hope

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Wise Sayings Mugs

Encouragement

You’re the Best – You Can Do it! Here’s a nice gift to encourage somebody you know!

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You’re the Best -You Can Do it! -black mug- 15 oz

You’re the Best- You Can Do It! – BLACK mug

Here’s the same design in the dramatic black mug! Sure to please!

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Stay Tuned!  Many More designs to come!

Toaster Oven Lunch Recipes

Toasted Imitation Crab Sandwich on Focaccia Bread

The Lunch . . .The Lunch . . . What to Have to Lunch?

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Here are a few lunch-y recipes for you to try in solving the what-to-have-for-lunch question.

Chicken Sausage Bread Wrap

Chicken sausages baked with bread strips

What you’ll need:

I package pre-cooked herbal chicken sausages.

3 slices pepper jack cheese sandwich slices, cut into long 1 inch strips.

1 package Pillsbury Crescent dough.

Crushed red pepper

Strawberries for garnish or bed of Spring Mix or baby spinach leaves tossed in light vinaigrette.

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In the gourmet section of your store where natural cold cuts are featured, buy the pre-cooked herbal chicken sausages, usually come in a package of 6.

In a shallow metal pan, line with foil if you like, place the sausages in a row with some room around them to spare. Cut strips of your favorite cheese, such as sandwich slices of pepper jack cheese then wrap around each sausage.  Next use Pillsbury Crescent dough, carefully wrapping a strip around the sausage in a spiral fashion. Can sprinkle with Crushed Red Pepper if desired.

Bake on medium heat about 15 minutes or until  bread is golden brown.  Serve with cilantro sprigs and a handful of strawberries on the side.  Alternate serving suggestion is serve on top of a bed of Spring Mix greens or baby spinach lightly tossed with vinaigrette.

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Toasted Imitation Crab Sandwiches on Faochia Bread

Toasted Imitation Crab Sandwich on Faochia Bread

Toasted Imitation Crab Sandwich on Faochia Bread

This sandwich is a great leftover to reheat the next day!

This sandwich is a great leftover to reheat the next day!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What you will need:

One flat faochia bread from your grocery store or bakery.

I package imitation crabmeat

Shredded mozzarella cheese

Celery and onion minced

Avocado, ripe

Cilantro

Slice bread in half long ways to create a thinner slice for the sandwich.   Cut up crabmeat in smaller pieces as desired put in medium mixing bowl.  Add mayo to taste, minced onion and celery. Place crabmeat mixture on top of bread spreading evenly.  Add avocado pieces on top. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.  Place in toaster over for about 10 minutes until cheese in melted and crust around the edges is starting to brown. Watch carefully and take out when all is melted and hot through and through.  This is an excellent sandwich keep as a left over and re-heat the next day

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Quick Reheated Tacos

Quick Toaster Oven Tacos

Quick Toaster Oven Tacos

What you will need:

1 package corn tortillas

Leftover taco mix from ground beef or turkey burger

Minced onion and white and red; lettuce

Shredded taco cheese

Tomatoes

Cilantro.

Optional, black olives and avocado.

In hot pan or griddle lightly oiled, fry tortillas turning to fry both sides 2 to 3 minutes.  Put on paper towels.  Put tortillas in the pan you will use for the toaster over.  Spoon on leftover taco mix onto each taco.  Add onion.  Sprinkle on taco cheese. Bake in the toaster oven for about 5 minutes until cheese is melted and taco meat is hot.  Remove from toaster oven.  Add lettuce, onion, tomato.  Also black olives and avocado can be added if desired.  garnish with Cilantro. Quick and yummy!

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Classic Tuna Melt Sandwiches

Classic Tuna Melt Sandwiches

Classic Tuna Melt Sandwiches

You can feed an army with these!

What you will need:

2 cans tuna

Minced onion and celery to your own proportions

Mayo

Two or more tomatoes

Shredded cheddar cheese

1 package white or white English muffins.

Parsley or Cilantro for garnish

Mix in medium bowl tuna, mayo, onion, and celery.  On a baking tray in the oven split English muffins, as many as you need for your “gang” who are going to eat lunch . . . butter and toast on broil for a couple of minutes until light brown.  Spread tuna mixture on each piece of toasted English muffin. Top with a tomato slice. Put a dollop of mayo on each sandwich on top of the tomato slice. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Place in the toaster oven.  Toast or broil until the top of the sandwich is toasty brown. Serve. Enjoy!

 

And there is always PIZZA!

Here is my quick Toaster Oven recipe for pizza.

What you will need:

Italian flabread or Faochia bread.

Approx. 4 TBS your choice of pre-made spaghetti sauce.

Faochia bread, sliced in half horizontally and cut a large square.

Mozzarella cheese, and cheddar, shredded

Fresh Tomatoes – fresh basil – dry basil to sprinkle on top

Your choice of pepperoni or cooked crumbed sausage plus mushrooms

Green bell pepper – minced white onion- minced red onion

Place your sliced Italian bread browed side up on the pan that’s going into the toaster oven.  Brush on red spaghetti sauce.  Sprinkle on shredded cheese, add minced onion, sliced mushroom,  thinly sliced pieces of green pepper, pepperoni or sausage; add thinly sliced tomato, sprinkle on dry basil. For vegetarian pizza, leave off meat.  Put in toaster oven on medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes.  Watch until cheese is melted and sandwich is thoroughly heated through and through.  Enjoy this quick version of pizza!

Quick Toaster Oven Pizza!

Quick Toaster Oven Pizza!

 

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Classic Tuna Melt Sandwiches

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Best Espresso Coffee Machine – on a Budget you can Afford

Best Espresso Coffee Machine — Economy

By Kathie FitzPatrick

If you love espresso, but can only dream of owning one of those elite espresso machines, here are some of the best espresso coffee machines in the economy division. The best espresso coffee machine in the economy class may not last you like the solid stainless steel and highly engineered world class machines, but they will get you started enjoying the wonderful world of home espresso! Most come with a warranty. Be sure and look for it!

De’Longhi ECP3630 15 Bar Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Machine, Stainless Steel (ECP3630)

De’Longhi ECP3420 15″ Bar Pump Espresso Machine

    • Removable 37 ounce water tank
    • Self priming operation for minimum start up preparation
    • Full stainless steel housing
    • 15 bar professional pressure assures quality results every timeSecond tier drip tray to accommodate larger cups
    • Utilize De’Longhi’s call center for customized help setting up and maintaining your machine at 1-800-322-3848
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Breville ESP8XL Cafe Roma Stainless Espresso Maker

Breville ESP8XL Espresso Maker-Economy

Features:

  • Accessories: Stainless steel frothing pitcher Tamping tool/measuring spoon/cleaning tool
  • Removable drip tray and grid; Frothing jug included with purchase
  • Measures 9 x 9 x 12 inches; 1-year limited warranty
  • 40.6 oz (1.2 L) removable water tank
  • Stainless-steel espresso machine with 15-bar thermoblock pump
  • Dual-wall filter system for excellent crema; froth enhancer, cup-warming plate

Click here to purchase the Breville ESP8XL Espresso Maker on Amazon:

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DeLonghi BC0330T Combination Drip Coffee and Espresso Machine

 

DeLonghi BCO330T

DeLonghi BCO330T combination Coffee and Espresso Machine-Economy

Best Espresso Coffee Machine – Economy

This DeLonghi machine has a patented cappuccino system frother
• Also has a patented flavor savor brewing system
• Programmable timer – 24 hour
• Comes with advanced water filtration., amnd a non-stick warming plate
• There is a tap valve on the side of the unit to choose coffee or steam. This tap valve has also a “0” position which will not dispense espresso, a helpful feature.

Helpful reviews from Amazon:

“We have had several Combination Espresso and coffee makers through the years. They don’t usually last more than a couple years. So we don’t spend a fortune on them. My husband makes Cappuccinos for us each Sunday morning. This by far is our favorite so if it ever goes, this one will be what we buy again. So user friendly with smart features. Love it.”

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“Purchased this combo machine for $118.00 (tax and shipping included) to replace the Delonghi combo machine we had for 7 years.
Very satisfied with the machine, we make drip coffee on a daily basis and espresso at least once a week. We have had it for over a month now, and no problems.
I especially like the automatic shut off of the warming plate, which can by adjusted for the length of time it stays on.
Delonghi redesigned the drip coffee pot lip, the old pot used to drip when/after you poured, no problems the new one.
The large button for the espresso, confused me at the first, I pressed that intending to make drip coffee, but shut it off, once I noticed no coffee coming out. I read the directions and figured it out.”

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DeLonghi BCO320T Combination Espresso and Drip Coffee- Black

This Delonghi BCO320T has a patented cappuccino system frother
• Patented flavor savor brewing system
• 24-hour digital programmable timer
• This nice combo machine has an advanced water filtration.   It  also has a non-stick warming plate
• This machine has a tap valve on the side of the unit to choose coffee or steam. This tap valve has also a “0” position which will not dispense espresso.
Delonghi BCO320T Combo Coffee maker Espresso machine

Delonghi BCO320T Combo Coffee maker Espresso machine

Verfied purchasers on Amazon are saying this about the Delonghi BCO320T

I think this maker is great for home use. I was a little skeptical because of the reviews, but after almost a month of daily use, I see no real issues. In my opinion it’s easy to operate and clean. The espresso side has a safety feature that prevents the user from removing the steam cap until it has cooled down. I thought that was pretty ingenious. The automatic timer and shutoff for the drip side is also nice. Overall, if you are low on counter space but enjoy both drip and espresso brewed coffee, get this. Side note: If you are concerned about repairs if needed, you can purchase an add-on warranty. It was less than $10.”

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“I saw mixed reviews on this product when I researched it as a birthday gift for my husband. The coffeemaker had finally blown a gasket (figuratively speaking) and rather than buy just a machine that made coffee, I decided to get one that also made espresso. He LOVES espresso and the machine we had died several years ago. This machine is substantial and makes a good cup of java. It has every feature you could want. It takes up quite a bit of room on the counter, so we had to reposition some things (it’s bigger than it looks in this picture – so check the dimensions to be sure you have room), and it’s heavy, so we don’t do much sliding around to clean around it, but we think this speaks to its quality. This is a GREAT machine for the money. You won’t be disappointed.”

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“This is my third cappuccino/coffee maker combo….and the best yet! It makes very good cappuccinos, the process is a little different than my Delonghi I had purchased while living in Europe. It has the capacity to make 2 cappuccinos at once, first make your espresso, then just turn the knob to froth your milk. My last one had to turn on separate knob and wait for that to heat up, very fast with this improvement. I haven’t used the coffee maker yet…love my morning cappuccino. The valve/knob will not open until all steam is released or else cooled down for safety. Tis is not a problem as I put the frothed in water to force steam out to clean the nozzle and then release the remainder if the steam for further cleaning of the frother. Highly recommend this model.”

Well, there you have it: the best espresso coffee machine — on a budget!


Click here to buy this product on Amazon

 

The Breville Oracle BES980XL Espresso Machine

One of the best Semi -Automatic Espresso Machines–

The Breville Oracle BES980XL                          By Kathie FitzPatrick

The New Breville Oracle Espresso Machine..If you loved the Barista Express, you’ll love the NEW Oracle from Breville.

 

Breville BES980XL Oracle Espresso Machine, Silver

If you loved the Breville Barista Express, be sure to check out the new addition to the family of Breville espresso machines, the Oracle. This machine was created in the tradition of the Italian Espresso machine. Sturdy stainless steel, this is a beautiful machine for the serious espresso lover!

The Oracle automatically grinds, doses & tamps exactly the required amount of coffee for mess free, barista-quality espresso. The programmable hands-free milk texturing with automatic purge is a nice feature.

  • This machine has dual stainless steel boilers and dual Italian pumps with PID. The Boilers of the Oracle can be descaled by the user.
  • The One Touch Americano delivers water directly into the cup after extraction. This machine has 3 preset & 6 customizable settings.
  • This unit has programmable shot temperature from 190 Degree-205 Degree. Displays in either Degree F or Degree C
  • The product Dimensions: (L) 16¼” x (D) 15″ x (H) 18″ Weight : 35lbs

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Warm up those Winter Days and Nights with SOUP!

Whether it’s a Dutch Oven…Make Soup…

… A Croc Pot … or A Big 6 quart pot…Make SOUP!

By Kathie FitzPatrick

There is something about a good bowl of home made soup . . . it seems to warm the body and soul and put a smile on your face every time! Whether it fills you up to go back to work at the office, back to school to face the test, or out to shovel the driveway, it makes lots of healthy fuel for the both the body mind and spirit!

White Lentil Soup With Bacon

Fill the chosen cooking vessel with about 3/4 water. Decide if you will use a small bag of white lentils or a large one depending on your pot. Use the water to lentil ration indicated on the bag.  Place one or two pork ham hocks in the pan, salt and pepper to taste. Add 1 diced onion and two or three chopped celery stalks, plus chose sliced carrots.  Let come to a boil, then simmer for about 3 1/2 hrs or until lentils are tender.  Serve with chopped fresh parsley and sprinkle with real crumbled bacon. Be sure you also serve your favorite hot bread and a salad. This makes a healthy, satisfying combination whether for lunch or dinner!

White Lentil Soup with Swedish meatballs

Make the white lentil soup with ham hock as described described above.  In large fraying pan make your Swedish meatballs, turning them often as you fry them for even results.

Swedish Meatballs

In large bowl combine 1 package of lean ground beef (1 or 2 lbs or so) with half the amount of ground pork sausage. Add 1/2 diced medium onion, 2 eggs, 1 cup breadcrumbs, salt and pepper to taste, 1/2 tsp nutmeg or so depending on your taste; mix well. Shape into small meat balls about 1 inch or so. Fry in pan with a small amount of olive oil coating the pan. When cooked through and through, drop into the pot of hot white lentil soup mixture. Serve with you favorite hot bread, real butter and green salad. Yummmm!

Italian Pasta Fajole

In a large iron pan with cover or Dutch oven, place chopped left over beef chuck roast or diced beef stew meat, and place in hot pan with a little olive oil. Stir in fresh or dry rosemary, and Italian seasoning of your choice or herbs from your garden such as Oregano and Thyme.  Let flavors cook into the meat.  Add five cups of water and one bag of dry mixed bean mix.  Then stir in 3 cups chopped canned tomatoes, Italian style if you can get them.  Salt and pepper to taste.  Bring to a boil then turn heat down to simmer for 4 or 5 hours.  Shortly before serving  pour into boiling mixture, 1 half bag pasta shells. Cook until tender about 9 minutes. Serve with joy, add hot sourdough or faoscia bread! Make green salad with Romain lettuce, spinach, tomato and artichoke hearts…and Italian dressing. This is a family recipe!

 

Easy Split Pea Soup

The simple recipe for this warm satisfying soup is as old as the hills, and then some! My grandma Elizabeth, on my Mom’s side,  who’s family did a homestead farm in Oklahoma, always had a pot of beans of some kind simmering on the stove.  Split pea is one of those easy, tummy warming ones!

Fill large pot with lid (or croc pot) about 2/3 or so with water. Place one or two ham hocks in it along with either a small or large bag of dry split peas.  Read the mix to water ratio on the bag.  Add a couple of chopped/sliced carrots, 1 diced onion, and a couple of stalks of chopped celery; salt and pepper to taste.  Bring to a boil then simmer 3-4 hours of until the split peas are tender, and liquefying into soup.  Serve with Honey corn bread and your favorite salad!

 

Quick Five Bean Chili

This is easy and quick! Decide on the amount you want to make. Say, using 2 lbs ground beef would be an average amount serving about 6 people.  In large frying pan cook the ground beef stirring frequently until thoroughly done.  Add salt and pepper to taste and about 3 TBS chili powder, or tailored to your taste.  Use the same frying pan with lid if large enough or transfer to a larger cooking pot with lid.

1 can white northern beans

2 cans pinto beans

2 cans kidney beans

1 can black beans

1 can of chipolte beans, or any other kind of beans you like that would be compatible with Chili.

1 can chopped tomatoes, Mexican style or plain

Use the liquid from the canned beans as a base.  Cook on medium heat for at least 30 min to 1 hour.   Simmer longer to let the flavors continue to release and mix well into the chili.  Shortly before serving add small slices or bits of sliced or chopped fresh green bell pepper.  Let cook barely through and through to keep crisp.

Five Bean Chili–a quick favorite!

Serve with Taco chips or your favorite bread.

 

Easy Chicken Soup

They say chicken soup is good for the soul, and everything else that ails you. This is probably true!

Basic Home made Chicken Soup

If you have just finished off a baked or roasted chicken, or even brought one home from the deli on the way home from work . . . you may be looking at the chicken carcass, that also made a few tasty sandwiches, thinking, “Now what? Is it time to toss it?”

No!  You can make delightful, warming chicken soup with the remainder, and you’ll be glad you did!

Place the chicken “carcass” in a croc pot or stewing pot, add water up to the three quarter point of the pot or so.  add salt and pepper, I chopped onion, 3 stalks chopped celery, and 2 chopped carrots.  Bring to a boil then let simmer 3 hours. This going to create a “base stock.”

From here decide which kind of chicken soup do you want?

Chicken rice – add 2/3 cup of rice to the boiling mixture.

Chicken vegetable: add your favorite variety of veggies such as potato, green bean, broccoli or other. You may wish to add additional  sliced carrots.

Chicken Curry: Add 1 tsp curry powder.

Chicken Oriental: Add 1 or two egg whites, stir until; add dried Chinese style mushrooms, diced fresh green scallions. Serve; make enough to freeze and enjoy another time!

 

Grandma Ruby’s Homemade Soup

Here is a simple and easy home made soup recipe sure to please!  Take a large beef bone and place in a large cooking pan with 5 to 6 cups of water.  Add chopped potatoes, 3 stalks chopped celery, 1 chopped onion, 3 large carrots, add salt and pepper to taste, 2 cans pinto beans, one can black beans, 1 can kidney beans. Stir in 2 small cans or one large can tomato soup.  Optional: add corn;  Add braised beef pieces. Bring to a boil, then cook for 4 hrs – 5 hrs. on medium heat until the soup looks well blended and the flavors and have released throughout! Add sage or thyme if desired.  Serve with honey cornbread.

Need some new soup making vessels?  See Dutch ovens here on shopgourmetkitchen.com.

See stainless steel pots:  click here to buy on Amazon:

 

Introducing “Wise Sayings Mugs” for Professionals–

Certified Residential Specialists

You’ve done the extra work, and completed the advanced education through CRS.  Now you are officially a Certified Residential Specialist.  CRS is a nationally recognized designation that puts you a huge notch above the average professional in the Real Estate Industry.  Wear your pin proudly!  Use the various resources offered by CRS Marketing to promote your CRS status to the world and your community.

One way you can promote yourself, and have a little fun too, is by sporting a CRS coffee mug offered through “Wise Sayings Mugs,” and hand made through Team Gearbubble, the manufacturer. Enjoy these CRS  gift mugs for yourself or as a gift or a reward for a colleague. 

These mugs are a notch above most novelty coffee mugs you have ever owned.  They are heavy, high quality sturdy ceramic. These mugs dishwasher safe and mircowaveable. Most designs come in 15 OZ except when certain styles are only offered in the 11 oz size only such as the metallic or color changing styles.  The “Color Changing” mug is a fun and unusual design sure to bring a smile.  This means that the mug will appear to look like an ordinary black mug when cold. But when you pour the hot liquid in, the picture on the mug appears. How much fun is that? Enjoy your CRS status, and your coffee or tea as well!  Here is the current selection. More will be added in the future.  Stay tuned!

These mugs in this Collection can be viewed and purchased at:   http://www.wisesayingsmugs.com

 CRS Gift Mugs

1.  I’m Proud to be a CRS 

I’m Proud to be a CRS

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 CRS Gift Mugs

2.  Was Anybody Watching for This?  Hire a CRS

This mug appears to be a solid black mug.  When the hot liquid is poured in, the picture appears!  It’s a little like other surprises? 

Was Anybody Watching for This? Hire a CRS- 11 oz Color Changing Mug

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CRS Gift Mugs

3.  I’m A CRS -What’s Your Superpower?

I’m a Certified Residential Specialist..So What’s Your Superpower? White 15 oz mug

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CRS Gift Mugs

4.  The Key to Success- Hire a CRS

The Key to Success – Hire a CRS!

Classy looking black mug, 15 OZ

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5. The Key to Success – Hire a CRS!  –15 oz white mug

The Key to Success – Hire a CRS- 15 oz white Mug

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6. CRS Gift Mugs

Don’t Get Hung Out to Dry Hire The Best -Hire a CRS

Don’t Get Hung Out to Dry Hire The Best – Hire a CRS

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7. CRS Gift Mugs

We’ll Find the Right House Together – I’m a CRS

This is a really fun design! 15 oz white mug

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8. CRS Gift Mugs

  Quit Going Around in Circles –

Get Your House SOLD!

Hire a CRS!

Quit Going around in Circles – Get Your House Sold – Hire a CRS

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9. Let’s Get You Sold . . . CRS

CRS Standard Logo on a 15 oz White Mug

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10. CRS – Pendant Necklace – Silver plated 22 ” Chain – 1 inch Square Pendant

 

CRS – PENDANT NECKLACE – SILVER 22 ” CHAIN 

The same technology that allows us to implant art and graphics on a mug can also make it possible to create jewelry! Enjoy!

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11. CRS Pendant Bracelet – Silver

CRS – Pendant Bracelet –  Silver

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12. CRS 15 oz Black Mug – Standard Color Shield

CRS – Black 15 oz Mug – Standard Logo

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13. CRS – Gold Placed Pendant necklace – 22 Inch chain – 1 inch square Pendant

CRS – Gold Plated Pendant Necklace – Standard Logo

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14. CRS – BW Logo – Black 15 oz Mug

CRS – LOGO – BW shield- 15 oz mug

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15. CRS – Pendant in BW – Necklace- CRS Standard Logo –  Silver Plated 22 Inch Chain –  Inch Square Pendant

CRS – BW Logo _Pendant- Silver Plated Chain 22 Inch

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16. CRS – Pendant Necklace – Gold Plated chain – 22 Inch

CRS Logo – BW – Gold Plated Necklace – 22 inch chain

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17. CRS – BW Logo – Silver Bracelet

CRS – BW Logo – Silver Bracelet

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18. CRS – Gift Mug

Let’s get You Sold – I’m A CRS

Let’s Get You Sold – I’m a CRS – 15 oz white mug

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19. CRS  Gift Mugs

  Stand Out From the Rest –

  Become a CRS

Stand Out From the Rest – Become a CRS – white 15 oz mug

Heavy ceramic, 15 oz gift mug – CRS

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20. CRS Gift Mugs

  Stand Out From the Rest

  Become a CRS – Black mug-15 OZ

Stand Out From the Rest – Become a CRS – Black 15 oz mug

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21. CRS GIFT MUGS

  Hire a  PROFESSIONAL Who–

 

“Hire a Professional Who is for sure looking out for you . . .”
When someone hires a CRS to handle their home sales transaction, they can have confidence they’ve made a wise decision using a Real Estate Professional with extra training and education.

Hire a Professional Who is for Sure looking Out For you…Hire a CRS!

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22. CRS Gift Mugs

  Let Me Help You Get Through This Sale’s Transaction with Some Sanity…

Let Me Help You Get Through this Sale Transaction with Some Sanity

 I’m A CRS

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23. CRS Gift Mugs

If You want to Crush it In Real Estate . . .

If You Want To Crush it In Real Estate – Become a CRS!

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24. CRS GIFT MUGS

Stand Out from the Rest –

Stand Out From the Rest – Become a CRS – purple Metallic Mug – 11 oz

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25. CRS Gift Mugs

I Love Being a CRS

 

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26. CRS Gift Mugs –

  I’m Proud to be a CRS

Silver Metallic look on white Ceramic – 11 oz size

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I’m Proud to Be a CRS – Silver metallic look on white ceramic – 11 oz mug

27. CRS Gift Mugs

  I’m Proud to Be a CRS

Gold Metallic Mug  on white ceramic- I’m Proud to be a CRS – 11 oz size

Gold Metallic look mug – 11 oz

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28. CRS Gift Mugs

 I’m a Certified Residential Specialist – So What’s Your Superpower?

I’m a Certified Residential Specialist – So What’s Your Superpower?

Have some fun with this. The black mug will reveal the graphics once the hot liquid is poured into the mug. This one is a little different in the color scheme.

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29. CRS Gift mug

I’m an Expert at Getting This . . .

I’m an Expert and Getting This to Turn Into Sold – I’m a CRS

To Turn into SOLD! – I’m a CRS

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30. CRS Gift Mugs

  Find the Missing Piece for Success – Become a CRS

Find the Missing Piece for Success – Become a CRS  – 15 oz white mug

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31. CRS Gift Mugs

Let Me Help You Before This Happens

Let me help you Before This Happens – I’m a CRS

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32. GIFT MUGS CRS

Let Me Piece it Together For You –

Let Me Piece it Together for you – I’m a CRS

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33. Gift Mugs CRS

Let me Be There For You . . .

Let Me Be There For You – I’m a CRS

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34. Gift Mugs CRS

Let Me Be There For You – Black – 15 oz Mug

Let Me Be There For You – I’m a CRS – Black 15 oz mug

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35. Gift Mugs CRS

Let’s Get The Right Kind of Traffic to Your House Sale – I’m a CRS

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A Bonus Funny Mug – Job – Career

From the Wise Sayings Mugs Collection!

Click here to buy this funny color changing mug on Amazon:

I‘ve Learned to sleep with my eyes wide open, and standing up. So what other talents did you want to talk about? Color changing mug – 11 oz 

I’ve learned to Sleep With My Eyes Wide Open..and Standing up… 15 oz white mug

Click here to buy this mug on Amazon:

 

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See a more varied collection of Wise Sayings Mugs on various life categories here:

Click here to view more Wise Sayings Mugs selections:

 

More designs to come!

Christmas Tips to Make Your Holiday Meal Extra Special!


It’s Those Little Things that Make Your Christmas Dinner Extra Special!

Holiday Turkey Dinner..here a few tips to make your meal extra Special!

Holiday Turkey Dinner . . . here a few ideas to make your meal extra special!

Christmas Tips to Make your Holiday Meal Extra Special!

by Kathie FitzPatrick

You know how to make the turkey . . . you’ve been doing  it for years! Your friends and relatives are coming over with a wide variety and array of side dishes and desserts. But how can you add a few special touches to the meal and the event without wearing yourself out?

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Breville Juicers and other Selections

 

 Best Juicer to Buy – It’s Time to Make a Decision!

Let’s Look at the Breville Juicers

Breville BJE510XL Juice Fountain Multi-Speed 900-Watt Juicer

Breville BJE510XL Juice Fountain Multi-Speed 900-Watt Juicer

BEST JUICER TO BUY? A quality juicer is something that belongs in the kitchen of every home in the country. I’m not talking about those cheap $30 “toys” they call juicers that are sold in department stores. I’m talking about a quality-made appliance that can handle almost anything and continue to serve you with fresh, nutritious juice whenever you want it.

A proper juicer provides health benefits to everyone. It’s particularly useful in getting kids to consume more vegetables and fruits regularly. Most adults could use more fruits and vegetables in their diet too and a juicer makes it easy to accomplish. Juicers are designed to produce fruit and vegetable juices, as opposed to smoothies, which are the product of a blender. One of the big reasons for adding fresh squeezed juices to your diet is to get those raw nutrients into the bloodstream quickly, without taxing the digestive system. That’s one of the big differences between juices and smoothies. Smoothies are thicker and tend to fill you up. It takes the body time to process all that roughage. But fresh-pressed juice instantly energizes and invigorates you. If you’ve used the juicer before, you know the exceptional taste and health value that they can bring. If you’re new to juicing, you’re about to be astonished by what this simple kitchen appliance can do for you and your family.

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Sugarless Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Be True to Yourself During the Holidays!

Deep Dish Ceramic Covered Pumpkin Pie Plate

Ah, it’s that time of year again . . .the Holidays!  But what comes along with that is THE FOOD!

We love getting together with friends and family around the Holidays and those big dinners right on Thanksgiving, they are the best!  But the rich food often plays havoc with our fitness goals.

Here are some suggestions for you. If you are visiting friends where you did not make the food, avoid as many sugary treats as possible. Hopefully, they did some meatballs, cold cuts, fruit or veggie platters or other goodies that are not too bad on the waistline and will help your successfully skip over the fudge! If not, sample conservatively or skip all together. Have a beverage, and visit your friends. After all, that’s what you’re really there for, right?

As you enjoy the big Holiday dinners with family and friends, just be conservative. Take only one medium sized plate of food, and you should be fine. After all, turkey is healthy for you! Choose side dishes such as green beans and potatoes and green salad over the sweet dishes.

Afterwards, if possible, take a long walk around the neighborhood with some of the group. This is a great opportunity to stretch your legs and work off a big part of the dinner plus talk with people you may not get to visit with very often or any other time of year.

If you get to bring some of the food, bring healthy snacks and fruit and veggie platters to add to the festive holiday spread. You can be sure they are always appreciated!

Here’s a recipe for a sugarless pumpkin pie that I have taken out to parties and served at home that is a wonderful dessert for the Holidays. Honestly, you will not be able to tell the difference! Shop for Xyla Crystals, a sugar substitute, in the health food section or your favorite store. Xlya looks, tastes and measures eactly like regular sugar. Xyla is 100% Xylitol. “Sweet without the gulit,” the product label says. Basically, you can use any pumpkin pie recipe on the pumpkin pack can, and replace the sugar with Xyla, but here is my own personal recipe:

Pre heat oven to 425 degrees
Have on hand:

2 eggs
¾ cup Xyla crystals sugar substitute
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp. ground cloves
1 can pure pumpkin pack (15 oz)
1 can (12 fluid oz) evaporated milk
Pinch salt

1 unbaked 9-inch (4 cup volume) deep dish pie shell
Topping:
1 cup whipped cream – from carton
1 tsp vanilla
2 envelopes Stevia sugar substitute
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Combine Xyla Cystals sugar substitute salt, cinnamon, cloves and ginger in a small bowl and blend. Lightly beat the two eggs in a medium bowl, then add pumpkin, stirring, add in the spices mixture.
Pour into pie shell. Back for 15 minutes at 425. Then lower the temperature to 350 degrees continuimjg to bake for 40 to 50 minutes. Check with a toothpick or a knife to be sure the filling is cooked through and through. Cool at least 40 minutes before serving. Garnish with whipped cream whipped the old fashioned way, adding 1 tsp vanilla and 2 envelopes Stevia to sweeten.

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You will enjoy this pumpkin pie as a guilt free addition to your holiday gatherings and dinners! 

 Also think about this wonderful pie dish to serve at home or transport your pie to a party:

Buy this wonderful pie serving dish on Amazon by clicking on this link here:

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Ceramic Pumkin Pie Plate- Be the star of the party!

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