Friday, May 28, 2010

$10,000 scholarships available

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see if that is something for you

Monday, May 24, 2010

Gaye's Pinto Beans

Ever so often we are honored with a tasty treat at our meetings. If it is healthy, inexpensive AND tasty we share.

Pinto Beans

1 to 1 1/2 cups uncooked pinto beans - soak in water overnight

1 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 to 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 pablano pepper, chopped
3/4 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1 can stewed tomatoes
2 cups beef, chicken or vegetable stock (just add to water you soaked beans in). At times I've used ham hocks instead.


Cook all ingredients for 2 hrs. or longer until beans are soft. Add salt and pepper.

These measurements are rough estimates as I really don't measure especially the cumin & coriander. I have a mocahete (spelling?) or crushing bowl and generally crush 1 tblsp of cumin seeds & add coriander. You may have to experience with the ground version. Adding too much, though, can ruin it so be careful.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Teen Summer jobs

If you're looking for part time jobs, student jobs and jobs for teens in Colorado, try GrooveJob.com ,www.JobsWire.com

YOU CAN DO ODD JOBS FOR NEIGHBORS, WITH YOUR PARENTS PERMISSION OF COURSE. YOU ALSO CAN GO TO YOUR SCHOOL COUNSELOR AND ASK IF THERE IS A WORK PROGRAM , MOST HAVE ONE.

Sunday, May 16, 2010

gracious botany

Several weeks ago we received some magnificent agaves that were planted for the new owner. She was amazed on how desert plants survive extreme conditions and actually seem to thrive and show spectacular beauty.

This is what we learned from the botanist:
It helps desert plants to have spines or prickles to deter animals from eating the photosynthetic material it worked so hard to produce. There are also many chemicals that are produced by plants that deter herbivores. Without that protection the species would become extinct.
Agave is rich in vitamin B, C, D, E, calcium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, zinc, selenium, and chromium. Medicinally, agave has been used as a blood purifier, to improve digestion, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Whenever you encounter a person with “prickles” consider the environment he/she had to survive and thank God that His perfect will deemed that person worthy of His grace.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Teen Reading Program- Aurora

Registration: starts May 22nd online and at any Aurora Library Location.

Prizes: Coupon for Colorado Rapids ticket when you sign-up. A free book and Elitch Gardens pass upon completion!

Aurora Public Library 303-739-6600

"7th Annual Season of Cruise Nite Extravaganzas"

Where: Sonic Drive-In NE corner of South Tower Road and East Hampden

When: May 21st, 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Admission: Free for all!

Description: Open to all car show and motorcycle enthusiasts! Plenty of free parking. Rock and Roll music provided by Cruisin' Dave. Super Prizes Grease Monkey!

Territory Days (Colorado Springs)

May 29 – 31

Historic Old Colorado City

Territory Days has grown from a small neighborhood craft fair, parade and barbeque into a three-day street festival which now hosts over 180 craft, commercial and food booths. Most events take place at Bancroft Park; Margarita Cantina at 25th & Colorado; and along nearby streets - with live music and dance performances

Railroad & Mining Days (Georgetown)

May 22 – 23

Enjoy the fun at the Annual Historic Georgetown Railroad & Mining Days event.
Burro Races, food, entertainment, train rides.

Free admission to the Wildlife Experience

Douglas County Libraries now offers library card holders Adventure Pass: free passes to The Wildlife Experience. You may reserve and print passes from your own computer up to 30 days before your visit. Six passes are available for each day; each pass allows six individuals into the museum, $2 off admission to the Extreme Screen Theater, and 10% off purchases in the café and gift shop.

Mothers Day Reflection


At one of our meetings where we provided free meals for our moms and their children we had an unexpected turnout and were short on food. As I watched, I noticed young kids taking disproportionate amounts of food, while some moms did without. I remarked to an eight year old boy that he must have been very hungry to eat a big meal like this. He replied that since he did not get any (free) school lunches all week he hardly had anything to eat at home.
He may never realize the sacrifices his mother had to make to survive those years of isolation, coping with jobs, home/car repairs and agonizing on what bill to pay to keep the collection agencies at bay or to put food on the table. Worst of all, retaining dignity in the face of self-righteous bystanders who had to pass judgment on any little help that was given.

To all the moms who have kids that carry their unfortunate early childhood like a trophy against the only person who stood by them...Take the time to compliment yourself this Mother's Day and recognize the truly wonderful and loving gift that you are to your kids.