Toshiba Is Putting Their Products To The Test

Can a laptop withstand dog drool? Will your tablet still work if it is encased in a block of ice? It's a brave move but an interesting one all the same. Toshiba has a video channel on You Tube where they are doing product reviews in a very interesting way. Check it out if you have a chance.

Sometimes Combs Aren't Just For Hair

This past fall we found a beautiful abandoned bee hive that the kids were able to inspect, bring to school and to cubs scouts to show everyone else.

We love how perfect it is with it's symetrical hexagons and newspaper colored layers. So very cool!

Goddess was not afraid to carry it around safely knowing that it was vacant.

Check Out Cute Him Up!

This was totally my idea and I should have run with it. Have you ever seen a guy and thought, man I wish I could give this dude a make over because he would totally get all the girls or that guy would totally look fab if I could pick out his clothes? Well, if you have a guy who needs a make over, you will love this show.

There are totally enough female make over shows.

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GAME DAY HEALTHY EATING TIPS FROM JENNY CRAIG:

TACKLE CRAVINGS
·        Fill up on fewer calories, and sip on a broth-based soup before the big game.
·        If tempted by too many indulgent choices, take a small portion of the one you like best. Incorporating a small splurge can keep you from feeling deprived and overindulging later.

TAKE AN ALCOHOL TIME-OUT (DRINK DOs AND DON’Ts)
·        Instead of grabbing a regular soda or alcoholic beverage, make a pitcher of iced tea and sweeten it with a no-calorie sweetener.
·        If you plan on drinking alcohol, alternate your drinks with water. This will help you to stay hydrated and avoid excess calories snacking.
·        Keep it light and take it slow when it comes to alcohol. If you are going to have a beer, make it a light one. Plan your number of drinks in advance.
STAY IN MOTION
·        Keep your energy levels up! During breaks in the action, get up on your feet and move, but not to the food table. Stretch your arms and legs, do squats or practice your own touchdown celebration moves.
·        Take advantage of commercial breaks and music during the halftime show to dance, laugh and move around.

MINDFUL MAIN EVENT
·        If you are hosting, provide lots of healthy choices for the big game to give your guests options. Take a look at some of the recipes below.
·        Plan ahead, eat mindfully, and enjoy the day with your friends. The more you get wrapped up in the game and socializing, the less you’ll focus on the food.
·        If you are faced with a calorie-laden buffet, use the smallest plate you can find to keep your servings portion-controlled. Fill up once and avoid the second helping.


HEALTHY GAME DAY RECIPES:

JENNY-FRIENDLY SLOPPY JOSÉS
Prep Time: 10 minutes/ Cook Time: 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS
·        1 1/4 pound(s) lean ground beef or turkey
·        1 can (15.5 ounces) sloppy joe sauce
·        1 cup canned, red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
·        1 can (7 ounces) Mexican-style corn
·        10 (6-inch) corn tortillas, heated according to package directions, kept warm
·        3/4 cup lettuce, finely shredded
·        1/2 cup tomato, finely diced

DIRECTIONS:
·        Brown ground beef or turkey in a large skillet over medium-high heat, chopping and turning often, about 5 minutes, until cooked through.
·        Add the sloppy joe sauce, kidney beans, and corn and heat through, about 3 minutes.
·        To serve, place a tortilla in a small soup bowl and ladle half cup of the Sloppy José mixture in the center.
·        Top with shredded lettuce and chopped tomato.
·        Yield: 10 servings
JENNY-FRIENDLY LAYERED NACHOS featuring Jenny’s Cuisine® Turkey Chili
Prep Time: 10 minutes/ Cook Time: 5 minutes

INGREDIENTS
·        Nonstick cooking spray
·        ½ cup onion, chopped
·        1 Jenny’s Cuisine^® Turkey Chili
·        or (15 oz) refried beans
·        ½ cup salsa
·        1 Tbl lime juice
·        ½ tsp chili powder
·        8 cups tortilla chips
·        1 cup shredded reduced-fat Colby and Monterey Jack cheese blend
·        ½ cup jicama, diced
·        1 large tomato, diced
·        ¼ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
·        ½ avocado, diced
·        4 spring onion, minced
·        1 jalapeno, thinly-sliced
·        1/8 cup cilantro, chopped


DIRECTIONS:
·        Preheat oven to 400°.
·        Spray pan with nonstick cooking spray and sauté onion until translucent. Stir in refried beans, salsa, lime juice, chili powder and simmer.
·        In a 9” x 13” baking dish, place 2 cups of tortilla chips topped with bean mixture and ¼ cup shredded cheese. Layer evenly and repeat 3 more times. Bake for 5 minutes (or until cheese is melted).
·        Top with jicama, tomato, Cotija, avocado, onion, jalapeno and cilantro.
·        Yield: 8 servings
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Free Birds & Chris Powell Help You Get Fit!

In the film, the character of Jake (voiced by Woody Harrelson) is a turkey in excellent physical form, taking great care to keep his prized pecs and glutes in top shape. In honor of Jake's commitment to fitness, here are five ways that kids can stay healthy and active--all from world-famous trainer and host of "Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition" Chris Powell. Get Fit with Your Friends from FREE BIRDS and TV’s Toughest Trainer Chris Powell Kids, we know it may seem more fun to live a lazy life of pizza, TV and fuzzy slippers like Reggie from FREE BIRDS, but if you want to be big and strong like Jake, it’s going to take work! That why we asked trainer and host of ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition,” Chris Powell, to share some tips to help you get moving and eat things that will keep you healthy. If you follow his plan, pretty soon you’ll have pecs and glutes as impressive as Jake’s! Tip #1: Eat Breakfast.  Mom is right, it really IS the most important meal of the day!  Eat something hearty that’s going to give you a lot of energy, like eggs and toast, or yogurt and granola. Start the day strong! Tip#2: Get to school at least 15 minutes early for recess. Run, jump, climb, and play your favorite sports. You’ll get some extra time with your friends, you’ll get stronger and faster, and you’ll supercharge your body and mind for learning! Tip #3: Eat fruit every chance you get!  Fruit is nature’s dessert, and comes in all kinds of fun flavors. You can never go wrong with classics like apples, oranges, bananas, pears, grapes and pineapple. But also try exploring new and crazy fruits, like starfruit or kiwi, grapples or mangoes! Tip#4: Cut the soda. Any way you look at it, it’s just not good for you!  If you crave sweet beverages, try naturally sweetened waters!  There are all kinds of new flavorings for water coming out with natural sweeteners like stevia and monk fruit – find one that you love, and hydrate! Tip #5: Be a lean and mean gamer.  When you’re done with your homework, instead of vegging out on the couch with your PS4 or Xbox 1, get up and try playing one of their MANY active games. Get off the couch and LIVE the game! Run, jump, balance, shoot…get involved in your video games and get fit in the process. Enjoy the hit family comedy FREE BIRDS, and see Jake’s impressive physique in action, when it hits Blu-ray and DVD on February 4th!