tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2554159185923060202024-03-13T12:04:57.248-06:00Desert Rose LifestylesAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-59714409012557040312016-12-25T15:33:00.000-07:002016-12-25T15:33:02.833-07:00Merry Christmas, from Desert Rose Lifestyles!Hiya peeps! We are soooo excited that it's this time of year again - it's our favorite time of year!<br />
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We've been loving the Christmas music, decorations, and wonderful mood everyone has been in this year. Between the #sharingiscaring posts spreading love in the book/author community, to the acts of kindness we've seen around, our faith in humanity has been restored somewhat.<br />
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We appreciate all of you, and hope to connect with you even more from here on out!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-29973361840667349802016-12-12T06:00:00.000-07:002016-12-12T06:00:00.179-07:00Ken's Christmas Music!Hey music lovers! More Season's Greetings from <a href="http://desertroselifestyles.blogspot.com/">DRL</a>! =)<br />
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I put up a post last week for <a href="http://desertroselifestyles.blogspot.com/2016/12/roses-christmas-mix.html" target="_blank">Rose's Christmas List</a>, with my holiday playlist. It's got a bit of everything, especially for those of you who get tired of the same old songs every year.<br />
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In case you're new to <i>Desert Rose Music</i>, Ken is the official music buff. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/user/12125462802/playlist/369PdfLk6OTJNjJK4vddhN" target="_blank">His Christmas List</a> is even bigger than mine!<br />
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I figured his would be awesome to share, since it's got everything Rose's list does, plus country, R&B, and more!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-82175397034265699322016-12-05T06:00:00.000-07:002016-12-05T06:00:00.270-07:00Rose's Christmas Mix!!Hey music lovers! Season's Greetings from <a href="http://desertroselifestyles.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">DRL</a>!<br />
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It's Christmas season, and for better or worse, that means Christmas music! Whether you love it or hate it, you can't get around it. May as well make the best of it, right?<br />
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I've <a href="https://open.spotify.com/user/12125462802/playlist/6P18mN6Oo2YWhvgCcB6WUn" target="_blank">compiled a list of "alternative" Christmas music</a>, including albums like "Christmas Goes Punk" and Italian Christmas.<br />
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With nearly 500 songs, it's got something for just about everyone! Especially if you get tired of hearing the same old songs every single year - I know I do!<br />
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Feel free to browse around the list, add songs to your own, and follow it for added songs as the season progresses!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-13098825051822174712016-11-30T06:00:00.000-07:002016-11-30T06:00:01.119-07:00Awesome Christmas Movies!Hey movie lovers! Season's Greetings from <a href="http://desertroselifestyles.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">DRL</a>!<br />
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Inspired by the holiday season, I wanted to make a list of some awesome movies for the season. Some are old classics and favorites, and others are ones that don't always show up on other lists.<br />
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<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0155753/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I'll Be Home For Christmas</span></a></h2>
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We enjoy making lists on IMDb, so we can keep them all organized, and you all can find awesome links and info for each film! We made one for Christmas movies - please feel free to <a href="http://www.imdb.com/list/ls031379972/" target="_blank">check it out</a>! You can add any of the films to your list, watch them online, or see info like actors, parents guides, and trailers!<br />
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Know any films missing that we should add? Feel free to let us know! If you enjoy the list, please share it with your friends! Thanks =D<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-917844285136742712016-11-11T06:00:00.000-07:002016-11-11T06:00:00.179-07:00Rose's Hearty Minestrone<span style="color: #741b47;">Hey everybody! Rose here, and today, we're sharing our awesome Hearty Minestrone recipe on <a href="http://desertroselifestyles.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">DRL</a>! We love soups in our house- they last a long time, are relatively inexpensive, and are fun to make. Minestrone especially, because we put tons o veggies! :D</span><br />
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<span style="color: #741b47;">We haven't been able to find a recipe we like, so like many others before us, we've developed our own. It's probably closer to a "stew" but that's ok- we love stew too!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #741b47;">A lot of our cooking is done without measuring everything, so while I'll put the number of each ingredient the recipe calls for, our pictures won't be exactly the same amounts. We're also making double what the recipe calls for (freezing half for next week) so our proportions will seem really big, if you're going off the recipe. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;">Before I start on any cooking project, I like to get myself a glass of something yummy to drink. If you're a wine-lover, this is a fantastic meal to have a glass with (the smells are amazing!!). If not, juice is great too!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">I also love listening to a great playlist while I'm cooking- so much more fun when you can move yo body! :D I enjoy listening to either French music, or an upbeat playlist- this is a fun recipe, and demands music that will make you smile :)</span></div>
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Add these to the sauce, and turn the heat up to a full boil. </div>
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Now that your thicker veggies are cooking, start on your softer veggies. I recommend chopping up your celery now, and adding that in, so it has time to cook as well. </div>
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Once the celery is added, chop up your mushrooms and tomatoes. If you're adding olives, zucchinis, or any other type of soft veggie, get those ready as well.</div>
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Add all this in to the cooking pot, and turn the heat down to a high simmer/low boil for 5 minutes <u>covered</u>. <br />
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The sauce may be somewhat separated at the moment, making the top of the liquid have a bubbly film over it. That's ok!! Once you cook it with the lid on, that will all mix back together, and be creamy :)</div>
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We add in angus beef to our minestrone. You don't have to, but it does give it a wonderful thickness. If you do want to add some sort of beef (and I'd recommend beef, nothing tougher) you can add that in with the softer veggies. </div>
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However you want to cook it is fine- we simply cook it up in a frying pan, and toss it in with the tomatoes and mushrooms.</div>
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You can also use chicken, if you prefer a chicken flavor. Be sure to change the broth from beef to chicken though, otherwise that will be an unpleasant mix :)</div>
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Let this all cook on a medium/high simmer until the frozen veggies are done, or the onions/celery are clear and fully cooked. You can really be done whenever you want, if you prefer your veggies on the crunchy side. <br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;">~<u>Staring</u>:</span><b><span style="color: #20124d;"> <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001840/" target="_blank">Ming-Na Wen</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0758964/" target="_blank">Lea Salonga</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000703/" target="_blank">BD Wong</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005287/" target="_blank">Donny Osmond</a>, & <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000552/" target="_blank">Eddie Murphy</a></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">~<u>Genres</u>:</span> <b><span style="color: #20124d;">Animation, Adventure, Family, Musical, War</span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #0c343d;">To save her father from death in the army, a young maiden secretly goes in his place and becomes one of China's greatest heroines in the process.</span></div>
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<i>"The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all."</i><br />
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This is one of my all-time favorite films. It is deeply meaningful to me, emotionally, spiritually and mentally. I watch it when I'm in need of strength, encouragement, and inspiration.<br />
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The first few scenes very accurately show the generational pressure to fit into a certain image of "perfection" and how to be a "proper" woman. Tradition, general social expectations, and family honor all roll into the pressure Mulan feels to fit in, even though she feels so different. I think that struggle is one many young girls and women have felt themselves. While a lot of American women wouldn't be able to relate to the particular Asian traditions and cultural specifications, the general idea is one any woman I think could relate to.<br />
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The music in the film is haunting, inspiring, and encouraging. <br />
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For me, this film is one that has helped my confidence and bravery develop since I was a little girl. The ability to be a strong, independent, confident young woman is woven beautifully with still depending on a partner to succeed, and finding love. Instead of one or another, Mulan accomplishes both, all while finding herself, bringing honor to her family, and growing into a strong woman, and wife.<br />
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Love is the strongest theme in this film. Mulan's love for her father is what inspires her to take his place. Her love for her country and Emperor gives her the confidence and drive to do her absolute best and be strong and brave. Her love for her comrades drives her to disobey, and think outside the box in order to save them. Her love for Shang is what drives her to, in her mind, sacrifice herself to save him. Most importantly, she learns to love herself, and in the end, learns that once she does love herself, she can accomplish anything she sets her mind to. <br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-37214679522573899332016-07-25T06:00:00.000-06:002016-07-25T06:00:18.169-06:00*Quiz* What Song is Perfect for Your Wedding?Hiya guys! I'm feeling wedding nostalgia this week, and wanted to share something on <a href="http://desertroselifestyles.blogspot.com/">DRL</a>. So many people are getting married right now, and it's giving us the wedding buzz!<br />
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Music is such an important part of a wedding. It sets the theme, the mood, and the memories. There is typically one song that's remembered as "the" song.<br />
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The lyrics that make "All of Me" your perfect wedding song: "'Cause all of me / Loves all of you / Love your curves and all your edges / All your perfect imperfections / Give your all to me / I'll give my all to you"
This beautiful song is about accepting your spouse and loving everything about them including their flaws. It's a song for people who are madly in love and are affectionate with their spouse. Do you believe this is the perfect song for your wedding?
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<span style="color: #741b47;">~<u>Released</u>: <b>February 15th, 1985</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47;">~<u>Staring</u>: <b><a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000555/?ref_=tt_cl_t5" target="_blank">Judd Nelson</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000208/?ref_=tt_cl_t6" target="_blank">Molly Ringwald</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000389/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">Emilio Estevez</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000639/?ref_=tt_cl_t7" target="_blank">Ally Sheedy</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001309/?ref_=tt_cl_t3" target="_blank">Anthony Michael Hall</a> & <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0322339/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">Paul Gleason</a></b></span></div>
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To be quite honest, this movie has been over my head for most of the times I've watched it. It hasn't been until I've grown up a bit, that I'm able to appreciate the depth of it.<br />
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The first several times I watched it, I thought it was completely random, disjointed, and confused. One minute, they're all happy and dancing on the banisters, then the next scene, they're yelling at each other and crying, telling each other to F off. The pendulum swinging of emotion between each scene had me confused, and I admit, most of the time, I just pulled myself out of the movie-watching experience, and didn't pay much attention. <br />
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Recently, I've tried watching it again, and actually paying attention. The result - wow. This is such a deep movie, with so many layers, character insights, and cultural insights. I've always loved the ending, and after watching it with a deeper mindset, I love it even more now.<br />
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This truly is an epic film, and one I look forward to watching again and again. Now I get why it's a classic, and a favorite for many people. It's one of mine now, and I'm glad I gave it another chance. I would recommend it to anyone, especially if you haven't seen it yet. <br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-77824754522230112192016-07-11T06:00:00.000-06:002016-07-11T06:00:35.241-06:00*Music Video Spotlight* "Super Girl" by Krystal Harris!<div style="text-align: center;">
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Sup guys! How are you today? <a href="http://desertroselifestyles.blogspot.com/">DRL</a> is doing great - thanks for visiting! =D<br />
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I recently came across some of the music from <i>The Princess Diaries</i>, and I got a pang of nostalgia. I <i>loved <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8E0sawMArmI">Super Girl</a></i> by Krystal Harris - who didn't?! For anyone around my age, that movie and that song were a highlight of our youth.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-34177282414466857442016-07-09T14:00:00.000-06:002016-07-09T16:07:07.931-06:00*Review*"Brother White"Hiya guys! How are you today? <a href="http://desertroselifestyles.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Desert Rose Lifestyles</a> sure has been quite lately, hu? I'm at it again, and will be posting up movie reviews more frequently. =)<br />
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In the heat of the horrible killings we've had to endure the past few weeks, I'm struggling with finding proper outlets for the emotions I feel. Really, any kind of violence isn't good. Racial hate needs to stop - period.<br />
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<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2171809/" target="_blank"><i>Brother White</i></a>, is an incredible film. It's made by the same guys who turned heads with <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2528814/" target="_blank">God's Not Dead</a></i>, and deals with racial tension and hate.<br />
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Check it out, and if it sounds interesting, do watch it. The message it provides is one we all need to hear right now, regardless of your religion.<br />
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<span style="color: #0c343d;">~<u>Released</u>:</span> <b><span style="color: #274e13;">2012</span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #0c343d;">~<u>Written By</u>:</span> <b><a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0087984/" target="_blank">Tommy Blaze</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0614701/" target="_blank">Sean Paul Murphy</a></b></div>
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Everyone goes through times where they are challenged in life. Many people, go through times where they are challenged because of the color of they skin they're born with. <i>Brother White</i> not only challenges the ideas that its' acceptable to stereotype based on color, but shows how to move past it, and <i>change </i>it.</div>
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In a refreshing take on racism, this film shows something that happens every day in the South, and is rarely talked about. African American characters are set as more of the aggressors to the Caucasian family, who's moved to town with hopes of keeping the local Church going. Satan wants God out of his neighborhood, and the White family is there to stop him. With God's love, hearts are changed, and bonds are formed between the unlikeliest people.</div>
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We need more of that in our world. Skin color shouldn't matter, on either end. I applaud this film for taking that on in a realistic sense, showing simple humans, no one person more evil than the next - equal, in their actions and wrong-doings. More people need to see that the true enemy, is Satan, and hate. Those are worth fighting - not each other.</div>
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I scream, you scream, we all scream, for Ice Cream!!</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-87955025617308634282016-05-20T07:00:00.000-06:002016-05-20T07:00:13.497-06:00Which Cookie Flavour Are You?Cookies are amazing. Most have a favorite, but have you ever wondered what flavor you'd be, if you were a cookie? Find out with this quiz, and let us know below!
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Whether you want to deny it or not, fruit is your best friend. You are the exotic and delicious love child of Mr. Fruit and Ms. Cookies!<br />
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You're adventurous, refreshingly interesting, and uncanny in the best way possible. That's why you're the oatmeal raisin cookie! Nothing makes sense about mixing a fruit with a cookie, but that's what amazing about you--YOU make it work.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-53312744458874502302016-04-11T07:00:00.000-06:002016-07-09T16:08:06.912-06:00Favorite Songs?Hiya, hope you're all doing well :)
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So, browsing around different Spotify playlists today got me thinking about peoples' favorite songs. Everyone is so different, it's amazing!!
I love discussing music with people, and learning about new bands and artists. So, I thought "Blog Post Idea!!"
What are some of your favorite songs? Favorite bands? Favorite genres? Do you listen to Spotify, Pandora, YouTube, or something else?
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-43411825409051069652016-03-21T07:00:00.000-06:002016-03-21T07:00:07.717-06:00Fav Music Question...Ok, question time!! I'm super curious, and just have to ask: what is your favorite kind of music??
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I love everything, truly. I used to say I like everything but rap, because that was the only area of music I couldn't get into. I've found it inspiring the last few years though, so now I'm an all around music lover!!
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Rock, Alternative, Classics, R&B, Rap, Country, Hip Hop, Dance, House Music, Techno, Disco (yes, that stuff), Kids, Christian, Reggae, Indie, Punk, Pop, Screamo, Metal, Inspirational, Operatic...seriously, everything!! Even music from other countries, in other languages - I don't have to understand the words, to understand and connect to a song. I love it all, and everything has it's place. I <i>need </i>it all.
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-78326956689013409712016-03-11T07:00:00.000-07:002016-03-11T07:00:37.306-07:00Banana Chocolate Chip MuffinsHave you ever heard of these? They're amazing!! Bananas, chocolate chips, and warm muffins - what's not to love?<br />
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I'm not a huge banana fan, myself. I get the occasional craving, but in general, I stick with berries and nuts. <br />
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I do, however love chocolate! I've only found one mix of chocolate and bananas I've liked (we all love those, don't we?) but this is a good second. <br />
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For those who may want to try this, here's a quick recipe. It's super easy to make from scratch, and takes about 35 mins total. <br />
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--<u>For the bananas</u>: if they are large, it's best to use 2, otherwise it will be a very strong banana taste. They should be pretty ripe - blackening, like ones you'd use for banana bread.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616737691423289109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255415918592306020.post-27828743289647476282016-02-15T03:00:00.000-07:002016-02-15T03:00:16.932-07:00Simple Stuffed Mushrooms with BaconComfort food - we all love it, right? Sometimes, we just want something that tastes delicious, even if it's not *ahem* healthy, per se. Bacon, cheese, oil and mushrooms. Some would argue these ingredients are healthy, some would say they aren't. Really, we don't care =) <br />
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One of Ken's favorite comfort snacks after a hard day at work, is Stuffed Mushrooms with Bacon. <br />
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If you're a fan of mushrooms, cheese and bacon, then this is the perfect snack for you. Super simple, super quick, and delicious =D<br />
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You can use whatever mushrooms you'd like - Ken typically uses Cremini, Shiitake, or Portobello, as they all easily hold cheese. <br />
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First, simply arrange however many mushrooms you'd like on a cookie sheet or pan. Wrap the mushrooms in bacon, or simply place the bacon around the mushrooms. The bacon grease will keep the mushrooms from sticking to the pan, or burning on the bottoms.<br />
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Time is irrelevant honestly, because it all depends on how cooked you want the bacon, or how melted you want the cheese, etc. It's all personal preference, so just make whatever looks good to you ;) </div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">~<u>Released</u>:</span> <b><span style="color: #0c343d;">January 17th, 2014</span></b></div>
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~<u>Director</u>: <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000110/?ref_=tt_cl_t4" target="_blank"><b>Kenneth Branagh</b></a></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">~<u>Writer</u>:</span> <b><a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3092414/?ref_=tt_ov_wr" target="_blank">Adam Cozad</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0462895/?ref_=tt_ov_wr" target="_blank">David Koepp</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0002007/?ref_=ttfc_fc_wr3" target="_blank">Tom Clancy</a></b></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">~<u>Starring</u>:</span> <b><a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1517976/?ref_=tt_cl_t1" target="_blank">Chris Pine</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000126/?ref_=tt_cl_t3" target="_blank">Kevin Costner</a>, <span style="color: #0c343d;">Kenneth Branagh,</span> <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0461136/?ref_=tt_cl_t2" target="_blank">Keira Knightley</a></b></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">~<u>Length</u>:</span> <b><span style="color: #0c343d;">105 Minutes</span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">~<u>Rating</u>:</span> <b><span style="color: #0c343d;">PG-13</span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">~<u>Genres</u>:</span> <b><span style="color: #0c343d;">Action, Drama, Thriller</span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; text-align: center;">Jack Ryan, as a young covert CIA analyst, uncovers a Russian plot to crash the U.S. economy with a terrorist attack.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #0c343d;">--Knightly seems like a psycho on legs, especially when she shows up in Russia, seeming almost drunk. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #0c343d;">--Kenneth B. has a pretty darn good Russian accent.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #0c343d;">--Definitely gripping. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #0c343d;">--Realistic; suspenseful; good acting overall.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #0c343d;">--Gun fights are epic, definitely seat-gripping</span><br />
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<span style="color: #0c343d;">--New levels of respect for the acting abilities of Chris Pine & Kenneth Branagh</span></div>
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<span style="color: #0c343d;">The acting is pretty good, modern and not over-done. The filming is quick paced, fitting for an action film. The majority of the film is reminiscent of the Bourne series. The use of Russian language, both written and spoken, adds a layer of realism. We would recommend it, and is a film that will stay on our lists. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e;">-2 brief kisses</span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e;">-woman is shown in a towel, not in a sexual way. It's after a shower, as she walks around her apartment.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #45818e;">-Violence is constant throughout the film, although none is all that graphic. Guns, knives and fighting, with little blood or gore. </span></div>
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I wanted to write a quick post, and just say thank you for being here! We love building up the companies and services we have. I just know 2016 will be a wonderful year! =D<br />
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