TimeLivedWell

Sprout Robot to the Garden Rescue!

Blake Peyrot — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:24:18 +0000

How many times have you said “THIS will be the year I start my garden!” just to find that the optimal planting time has passed and you’ll have to wait another year? *Wah-wah* Well have no planting fear, Sprout Robot is here! This incredible tool takes the guess-work out of knowing the perfect time to start planting seeds, sproutlings and more in YOUR specific region. Just pop in your zip code and let Sprout Robot guide you through the process.

http://sproutrobot.com/

Happy Planting!

Filed under: GARDENING Tagged: Climate, Easy, Gardening, Health, Herbs, How to, Planting, Region, Seeds, Soil, Sprout, Vegetables

Avocado Egg Salad Lettuce Cups

Blake Peyrot — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00:14 +0000

Contrary to what I’ve heard, egg salad is NOT just an old people sandwich for blue haired Granny’s (love you Granny!). Avocado’s are at peak freshness and taste during the Summer and I can’t find enough ways to use them. Subbing avocado’s for mayo kicks the flavor up several notches and adds healthy fats for gorgeous skin and a sexy body. While subbing lettuce for bread kicks the carbs to the curb! This basic recipe is one my Mom would make all the time to keep us crazy kids satisfied, with a few additions of mine of course.

Filed under: FOOD Tagged: Avocado, Cooking, Egg Salad, Healthy, Howto, Kitchen, Lettuce Cups, Low Carb, Recipe, Simple, Snack, Tomato, Vegetables, Vegetarian

Spark Your Soul’s Happiness

Blake Peyrot — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 23:06:36 +0000

Stop, breath, and take a moment to ask yourself this question:

Filed under: SPARK YOUR SOUL Tagged: Change, Gratitude, Growth, Happiness, Inspiration, Soul

SuperBowl Party Checklist

Blake Peyrot — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 18:30:28 +0000

Coolers, buckets, or small tubs for drinks.

If you have the space, get a few small containers and fill with ice to keep beer and other drinks cool. Place them in strategic spots so guests won’t be constantly getting up and going to the kitchen for a refill.

Soda or other non-alcoholic drinks.

Don’t forget about the non-drinkers in your group, or those who just want to take a break in between brews.

Bottle openers.

Invest in a few of these so your guests won’t have trouble hunting one down; the fewer distractions from the game, the better.

Seating.

After food and beer, this is the most essential element of your party. Make sure you have enough seats in front of the TV for everyone who’s attending. Ask friends to bring over folding chairs if you don’t have enough, and don’t forget to dig up those lawn and camping chairs you’ve stored for the winter. Put out throw rugs or blankets and scatter some large pillows so that even those seated on the floor can get comfortable.

Check out the rest of the list at RealSimple.com

Filed under: Uncategorized Tagged: Appetizers, Checklist, Party, SuperBowl

Spring Garden Prep: Testing Your Soil

Blake Peyrot — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 20:46:21 +0000

Rich healthy soil is a MUST for a flourishing garden. It’s best to test the soil before you begin digging. Check drainage by soaking the soil with a hose, waiting a day, then digging up a handful of soil. Squeeze the soil hard. If water streams out, you’ll probably want to add compost or organic matter to improve the drainage.

Next, open your hand.

If the soil hasn’t formed a ball, or if the ball falls apart at the slightest touch, the soil is probably too sandy. (Add organic matter to improve sandy soil.)
If the ball holds together even if you poke it fairly hard, you have too much clay in your soil. (Organic matter improves clay soil, too.)
But if the ball breaks into crumbs when you poke it — like a chocolate cake — rejoice! Your soil is ideal.

If your soil doesn’t drain well, your best bet will probably be to install raised beds.

Hint: Build raised beds on existing lawn by lining the bottom of frames with several layers of newspaper, then filling with soil. That way, you don’t have to dig!

via BH&G

Filed under: GARDENING Tagged: Gardening Soil Vegetables HowTo

Fitness: “The Insane Burpee Challenge”

Blake Peyrot — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 20:05:38 +0000

Burpee is a funny name for an exercise—until you actually try it. Test your fitness with this INSANE burpee challenge.

Filed under: HEALTH & FITNESS

Lunches Your Waistline & Wallet Will Love

Blake Peyrot — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 19:49:21 +0000

Prepare these healthy lunch recipes that won’t sabotage your diet — or your wallet!

(click the pic for recipes)

Filed under: FOOD Tagged: Chili, Cooking, Healthy, Howto, Lettuce Cups, Pasta, Recipe, Simple, Tacos, Tofu, Vegetables

Kid Friendly Baking Ideas

Blake Peyrot — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 19:27:05 +0000

Plan a baking day with your little ones using Food Networks’s top 5 kid-friendly recipes!

(click the pic for recipes!)

Filed under: FOOD Tagged: Baked, Baking Kids Desert Easy, Cooking, Howto, Recipe, Simple

Use Everyday Items In “Life-Changing” Ways

Blake Peyrot — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:04 +0000

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve almost sliced open my hand on that impossibly hard plastic packaging or walked into the bathroom to realize that my face looks like it’s been dipped in a vat of butter and wished there was a quick remedy. Well I’ve stumbled upon a few tips and tricks that may not save you life literally, but they make it SO much better in the simplest of ways!

1. Use a can opener to easily open hard plastic packaging.

2. When your friends can see their own reflection in your oily face, use a toilet seat cover to blot the oil away!

3. When an iPod dock is not handy, place it in a bowl to amplify the tunes.

CLICK FOR MORE TIPS

Filed under: GIZMOS & GADGETS, ORGANIZATION

Perfectly Roasted Chicken

Blake Peyrot — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Roasting a whole chicken is one of the most impressive yet simple things you can make in the kitchen. My market has them on sale at least once a month, SALE being one of my favorite words, and I buy a few at a time and freeze the ones I don’t cook right away. If freezing, be sure to defrost in the fridge for about 48 – 72 hours. With a few easy steps and basic ingredients you can make the best chicken you’ve ever tasted.

Yummers!

Filed under: FOOD Tagged: Baked, Chicken, Cooking, Freeze, Healthy, Howto, Recipe, Roasted