Barn Wood Floors

After spending alot of time getting the wood together and laying the wood we are finally at the step where we sand the barn wood floors to make them level.  This has been a huge project but i'm super happy so far with the turn out.  These floors are going to look great and the fact that they are from a barn that was built in the 1930's is just amazing.  Love it!!

If you have not had a chance to make it down to Shenandoah Iowa to visit the Wabash Winery you should make it a point to.  They have several different kinds of wine and the place is lovely.  There is an outdoor sitting area that is just perfect for this time of year.  They have rooms you can reserve for baby showers, class reunions, special parties or for any occasion. 

My boyfriend and I like to go down on Sunday afternoons and have a glass or two and then of course we always grab a bottle or two for home. 

If you are in the area and would like a nice place to relax with a glass of wine, stop by the Wabash Winery in Shen., you are sure to love it. 

http://www.wabashwinecompany.com/

Crock Pot Chicken Tacos

Crockpot Chicken Tacos
1 envelope Taco Seasoning
6 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
1 jar Salsa (16 oz)

Dump everything into a crock pot and give it a little stir to blend the seasoning with the salsa. Cook on high for 4 to 6 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours. When done, the chicken should shred easily when stirred with a fork.

For tacos, serve the chicken with soft flour tortillas, lettuce, shredded cheese and sour cream. This is very versatile and can be used for enchiladas, nachos, tostadas, etc. Any leftover chicken can then be used for tortilla soup (make it the next day or freeze the chicken to use at a later time).

Swamp Water

St. Patrick's Day is on Saturday and Toby Keith has the perfect looking adult beverage to help you celebrate.  It's called "Swamp Water".

Here's how to make it:
First...you have drink this out of a mason jar.  I don't think a Red Solo Cup is big enough.   :)
Over ice, mix
1.25 ounces of Wild Shot (Toby's Mezcal beverage...it's kinda like tequila)
2.25 ounces of Apple Pucker
.75 ounces of Simple Syrup
Splash of Midori
Fill with sweet and sour mix
Float lime juice, garnish with two limes and a cherry
You can add two drops of green food coloring to darken the green, but you don't have to.


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Sour Patch Grapes {Leprachaun Candy}

Sour Patch Grapes {Leprachaun Candy}

Perfect time of the year to make these delish snacks!

I love sour candy but this is a healthier way to get your candy fix! 

These candy grapes are as easy as washing your grapes, rolling them in the jello powder, and letting them chill.  About half way through I got sick of rolling and put the powder in a plastic bag, tossed the grapes in, and shook it until the grapes were completely covered.  Worked great.  

Sour Patch Grapes {Leprachaun Candy}

source: PureSugar

bunch of Green Grapes

1 pkg Lime Jello

1.  Wash your grapes thoroughly, you want them to be a little wet so the gelatin powder sticks to them. 

2.  Place the gelatin powder on a plate and roll grapes into the powder, completely covering.  Using two spoons is helpful here.  Or you can simply place the powder in a zip lock back, drop a handful of grapes in at a time and shake until covered.  

3.  Refrigerate for several hours.  

Fixer Uper

Well we just purchased a house in my hometown but it needs some fixing up...
Can't wait to post pictures to share with you and to share my ideas :)
VERY EXCITED.

Stay Young, My Friend!

We all need to read this one over and over until it becomes part of who we are!

HOW TO STAY YOUNG

1. Try everything twice.

On one woman's tombstone she said she wanted this epitaph: "Tried everything twice. Loved it both times!"

2. Keep only cheerful friends. The grouches pull you down.

(Keep this in mind if you are one of those grouches!)

3. Keep learning:

Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever...

Never let the brain get idle. 'An idle mind is the devil's workshop.' And the devil's name is Alzheimer's!

4. Enjoy the simple things.

5. Laugh often, long and loud. Laugh until you gasp for breath. And if you have a friend who makes you laugh,spend lots and lots of time with HIM/HER.

6. The tears happen: Endure, grieve, and move on. The only person who is with us our entire life, is ourselves. LIVE while you are alive.

7. Surround yourself with what you love: whether it's family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies, whatever..

Your home is your refuge.

8. Cherish your health:

If it is good, preserve it.

If it is unstable, improve it.

If it is beyond what you can improve, get help.

9. Don't take guilt trips.

Take a trip to the mall, even to the next county, to a foreign country, but NOT to where the guilt is.

10. Tell the people you love that you love them, at every opportunity.

11. Forgive now those who made you cry. You might not get a second chance but you can always give one..