Lemon Butter Shrimp

 

   

 

 

This is a delicious dish and super easy to make.  It is the perfect weekend dish.  Great paired with white wine.  The next time you have company don’t think twice, make LEMON BUTTER SHRIMP and your guests will be delighted!

Ingredients:

2 lb of uncooked shrimp

½ stick of soy butter

2 lemons (1 squeezed and 1 sliced)

Garlic powder

Salt and pepper

 

Cook all ingredients in a frying pan or preferable a cast iron pan for about 25 minutes.  Serve with pasta.

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Letter to an Extraordinary Friend

 

 

 

The difference between ordinary people and extraordinary people is the word “extra.” As Anne Frank once said, “No one has ever become poor by giving.” Whenever you can, go out of your way and do something nice and unexpected for those aro...

und you, especially those who may never be able to repay you. Be the “extra” in extraordinary.

A friend forwarded an article to me, that she read and thought of me, and in that article I saw this paragraph (above) that caught my attention because although I don't see myself as an Extraordinary person I DO try to do a little extra, to give a little extra, to show a little extra and to love a little extra. For a long time I was so concerned about putting myself out there by doing all that "extra" stuff... I was hurt and by keeping it all in I felt safe. On the other hand I didn't want to give any "extras" because I expected to get it all in return and so I was always getting disappointed. The mistake of giving and expecting. I lived my life wondering if that was all life had reserved for me. I didn't live to my potential and I didn't know my potential. Most people don't live to their potential, don't know their potential and don't look into it either. I always knew life wanted more of me and although I still don't have all my answers I DO KNOW that it's not all about me. That there is a world out there of people that are connected to me, like a big family, if I help them I help myself and so that's where I am heading. The more I help others the more I realize that I have all I need to be happy within me.  My values that once was measured by my bank account and the brands of my beauty products are no longer the values that I have today. If I can take twenty minutes to hear a friend and help a friend or talk to someone about making better choices gives me such overwhelming happiness !!!  

I think that people tend to overly focus on themselves and forget to connect with their friends, family and neighbors.  We need to make ourselves part of something that makes us happy, that fulfills us.  Such as a church group, a meditational or yoga groups, classes, meeting up old friends or making new friends in some cases.  Offer help to other, no matter where we are in life we always have something to give!

 

If anything GIVE:

RESPECT

HUG

SMILE

CARISMA

LOVE

   Thank you for thinking of me as an Extraordinary person, I like to think that people like you, as we go along this path, are what make my life EXTRAORDINARY.

~ Ribas with Love

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds!

 

 

 

 

Did your family weekend adventures included carving a jack-o’-lantern? If so, then you probably have a few pumpkin seeds sitting around... (hopefully it didn't get thrown away). Instead of throwing them away, roast them for a Halloween treat that is just as healthy as it is delicious.  You can include your children in this project so they are more likely to try this delicious snack.

Pumpkins seeds are a terrific source of vitamins and minerals that your body needs. They are very high in magnesium and zinc, which will help to keep your digestion tract functioning well and improve your skin, hair and nails. Zinc is also linked to improved sleep patterns and immune system health – perfect for this time of year! 

 

The best part about this healthy snack is that even your kids will love them. It will be a treat to make them feel good for all of their hard work!

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh, raw pumpkin seeds
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees
2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients, stirring until pumpkin seeds are completely covered in spices and oil
3. Spread the seeds out on a cookie sheet, then bake for 45 minutes or until seeds are golden brown.
4. Cool before serving 

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~ Ribas with Love



Make your own Almond Milk

 

Homemade Almond Milk

 

This recipe is so simple to make and it tastes even better than any almond milk you get at the store.  I decided to make my own almond milk because of all the extra stuff the stores add to it and you if you are a "love to make your own" kind of girl- you've got to try this.

 

For this recipe you will need 2 THINGS ONLY!

 

~ ALMOND AND WATER ~

 

Here is your step-by-step guide on how to make your own almond milk:

 

 

SOAK your almonds overnight.  Cover and refrigerate it until the next night. I like to let them soak in for at least 24 hours  

* 2 cups of almond

 

 

DRAIN the water and quickly rinse the almonds. After 24 hours in water the almonds will be a bit softer. 

Put the almonds in the blander and add water. I like to add twice as much water than the amount of almonds.  Since I had two cups of almond I used four cups of water.

 

 

BLEND the almonds and water mixture for about two minutes. You will get this beautiful milky mixture... hmmm, it looks so good :)

 

 

Use a cheese cloth over a strainer to separate the milk from the almond pulp.  Use a spoon to move the pulp around to accelerate the process.

 

 

 

SQUEEZE all the milk out of the cheese cloth.  You are done!

 

 

 

 



 

POUR into a mason jar, the lid jar will help preserve it fresh longer.  I like to keep it for 4-5 days.  So make sure you only make enough for a few days.  Since this is an easy recipe you can make it twice a week, it will not take up much time specially after you get the hang of doing it.

 

ALSO, I want to mention you can add flavor to it.  A spoon of vanilla extract ou 2-3 spoons of cacao powder for a rich chocolate taste. 

 

TRICK:  if you kinds don't love almond milk, use it when baking, pancakes, muffins, smoothies, etc.. they won't know the difference and it is SO much healthier. 

 

 

WHAT TO DO WITH THE ALMOND PULP LEFT OVER?

 

Everything and Anything BUT throw it away!!

Pancakes

Muffins

waffles

smoothies

rice

fish

 

You name it... just use your creativity :) and please share your recipes with me.

 

As always, I love hearing from you, so leave your comments below or visit me at:

 

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See you soon!

xoxo,

 

~ Ribas with Love

 

 

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Learn to let go of Anger

  You heard the story of the psychiatrist who raised a glass of water and asked how heavy the glass was ... right?  Some said 8oz some said 20oz, the psychiatrist then said "it doesn't matter, what matters is how long you are going to hold it".   If you hold it for a minute it won't matter, if you hold it for an hour your arm will start to hurt but if you hold it for a day your arm will feel numb and paralyzed. Whether you hold it for a minute, an hour or a day, the weight of the glass is the same the difference is in how long you will hold it.

  The psychiatrist in the story was trying to illustrate the effect of negative feelings we carry in our heart. The longer we hold on to it the more debilitating it can be.

  Letting go of something that's bothering isn't always easy.  The sooner we master this ability the more we can enjoy life and our loved ones.  Letting go doesn't mean compromising yourself. There is a very fine line in between , almost always close to invisible. A mid point.  Where your mind accepts what is for whatever reason and is then able to move on.

  How do you get to that fine line?  Like everything else you will need to take some steps.  First is to give yourself the time you need to feel what is in your heart. Cry if you need to. Anger is powerful so is tears, let some anger melt away. Listen to your heart beat, as it slows down your body gets ready for the next step.  Now that some anger has melted away some are still in you attached to your emotional cloud storming around your head. PUT THAT DARK CLOUD ASIDE FOR A MOMENT!  You are not ignoring it, you are simply going to give your rational brain a chance to speak.

  Anger can be like two siblings in the middle of a disagreement, wouldn't you give them both a chance to speak? Now you are following me!   Go back and forth if you have to and listen to both reasons and excuses.  THERE IS WHERE YOU WILL FIND THE LINE BETWEEN ANGER AND RESONANCE.

  You have now my friend found the point where you can let go of what's holding you back from being simply wonderfully YOU. At this point you have the choice to hold on to it or let go.   In some cases holding on can mean moving on. You don't necessarily keep it but rather you take that and move on with it, using it in your benefit.

  Which ever may be, it should bring up the best of you.  Get up, take a deep breath and walk away a better person. Feel proud of yourself for you are better and stronger. You've just accomplished a wonderful thing!

  Life gives us all difficult moments, no one is excused. Use it as a ladder to climb to a higher place.

  ~ Ribas with Love ~

 

 

Você está escolhendo para ser feliz?

      E incrível quantas pessoas estão infelizes nos dias de hoje. Ouça tudos ao seu redor e você vai se surpreender. Se é sua situação financeira, seus relacionamentos ou sua vida de trabalho, parece que sempre há algo a queixar.

     Tem aqueles que parecem ter um sorriso em seus rostos todos os dias, que cumprimentá-lo com palavras agradáveis, aqueles que têm sempre um comentário positivo para adicionar um elogio para dar! Eles não têm problemas na vida?

     Não me levou muito tempo para perceber que ~ felicidade ~ é uma escolha! É isso mesmo! A diferença entre a gente triste e as almas felizes é sua perspectiva na vida.

    Meu interesse no comportamento humano começou muito cedo na minha vida, como desde menina me lembro ler livros que pareciam ser bastante avancados para o meu intendimento, mas eu realmente gostava e estava profundamente interessado em compreender as pessoas. Notei que algumas pessoas não importa o que de ruim acontecia, parecia não afetá-los tanto quanto comparando com outras pessoas. Por outro lado, havia um grupo de pessoas que se queixava mesmo nos bons momentos de suas vidas. É um hábito? Está no nosso DNA? Ainda não tenho a resposta mas ~ eu sei que você tem a escolha e que dependendo da sua escolha, ela vai lhe trazer felicidade ou tristeza.

    Isso realmente me ajudou a entender as pessoas e a mim. Você sempre tem a escolha. Em qualquer momento em sua vida, você pode mudar isso. Se você perceber que sua perspectiva na vida so arrasta você para baixo, você pode virar. Como tudo, quanto mais você pratica melhor você chegar lá! Além do "brilho", você irá adicionar a mesmo existe a ~ lei da atração ~ onde diz você atrai mais do que você é. Não é maravilhoso!!!! É verdade, isso tem funcionado para mim e para muitos outros.

    E importante entender que ser positive e otimista nao significa que em sua vida nao va existir sofrimento, isso faz parte da vida.  E atraves do sofrimento que podemos aprender e crescer espitirualmente.  A diferenca esta em como voce vai lidar com isso.
 

     Saia com o seu melhor sorriso e lá fora. Seja gentil. De sem esperar. Ame sem medo. A maioria de nós não está sendo o melhor que podemos ser. Como você quer que seus próximos ano seja...? Se nos últimos anos não funcionam em seu favor, o que vai fazer para garantir que os próximos anos sejam melhores!!!?

~ Ribas with Love