Traveling Time!!!!!

Hello Folks,

Greetings and Salutations. I wanted to talk about travel today. The life of it and how I wish I could do it, like right now. As my brother and sister play, loudly I might add with a birthday balloon that led to it's poor string demise and floats to the ceiling. I tell you getting away right now sounds so heavenly at this moment that I almost want to do it right now. No hesitation, but the quickest way to get to any country at this point is either light years away (in my mind) or a long drive away and I am just not up for it. So here is some of the procedures I feel you when going on your next trip.

Well, maybe not mine tips per say, but someone else.

So anyway here are some tips on how to effectively and successfully save for your next trip to a far away place.

1. Plan in advance for the plan tickets and all the advances that comes with. Sometimes those things can be tricky so beware.
2. Save up your pennies now, so you can go out to eat and enjoy the delicious cuisines that the country has to offer.
3. Also cook food for yourself and buy the utensils and cookware to save your dimes while you are away in the country.

 Here is a lovely spot in Italy, that I am hoping to go to one day and I am sure that have the most amazing food. However, I am not of pasta person. Is all they cook in Italy is pasta? I know there is pizzas, but is there like anything else beside a noodle dish that they offer. I don't know might try it anyway, but for those that are confuse, have you ever heard of ramen noodles? Let's just say they did me in for the count. Anything noodle like besides spaghetti or lasagna I do not eat. Okay side tracked again, back to the "some" tips...

4. Being specific in car rentals is crucial on your travels. And knowing other means of transportation there would help you out in the long run.
5. If you are bring children along, bring your own car seat. Saves the bucks and the time.
6. Staying renovations are also to be figured out. You can either swap homes like that good ole movie "the Holiday." Which also sounds cheaper, also staying in a small town could benefit your pockets as well.
7. Also walk around your new fond area, it can save you something from checking out traveling spots for your destination. And, if you do decide to go to an exotic spot make sure it is a sight to see and is worth your penny. Some might not be so grand and not even worth your time, but hey that is just my opinion.
8. More so on the setting up of your vacation trip, book bundles with your guaranteed traveling agency, and make sure those people give you something worth your money.

I know if it is worth your dollars, its worth going and if it is not I am sure you would be upset. I know I bought a dish at a restaurant and ate it, do you know how fired up I was about this in my head lol.

Anywhoo these are the tips I found effective to save the least when you go on your next trip. Have a good time...not just for you, but for me lol.

Also remember to laugh, live, love yourself on this wonderful trip.

Love,

Diamond Black

Here is the website I got the tips from:
http://moneyning.com/money-tips/50-ways-to-budget-travel-and-save-money-on-vacations/

Website where I got the picture from:
http://inhabitat.com/the-summer-cave-is-a-tranquil-italian-restaurant-tucked-into-a-cozy-sea-cave/

The T.L.C tip: Thankful Laughter Care

Hey Folks,

So today was not the day for me. I mean, it's Monday and all, I have yet to finish somethings and my car is down. What a week and what a month. I swear it's like if one thing happens, then here comes another. Quite frustrating if you ask me and so today in the midst of my frustration. I didn't want to post, I didn't want to say anything encouraging or nothing like that, but just sleep and moan about my daily woes.

However, a thought came across my mind and I started laughing. So I was like you know what, I am going to post nothing but funny vines and memes throughout this entire blog post to uplift my spirit and yours. The day to day struggles really do wear you down and if you let them bring you in complete and utter depression there would be no purpose. So today, I want to combat every bad and ugly day anyone has had over the last few days or even months and I want to make you laugh with this post. I would even post a treat for you guys. Because you know the holidays are coming up and I am not talking about Thanksgiving. However, for some reason it is one  of the holidays we don't decorate much for and then we jump right into shopping because of black Friday.

http://www.dealspwn.com/black-friday-ultimate-guide-console-bundle-bargains-games-deals-utter-retail-madness-186236

But none the less, Thanksgiving plays a significant part in the calendar and not to mention our lives. There is a lot to be thankful for believe it or not (and I said I wasn't going to do this). Your life, your health in some cases, your ability to get up in move and much more. So chin up and let's do this thing and laugh at everything. Like literally the pic I posted up there (arrow pointing up icon lol) is not what it is about and I am sorry, but I am not that desparate to get some toys and/or whatever is on sale for half to almost of none of its regular price. Too long of a line and too much of hassle for some stuff. A line for a million dollars, oh then we can talk and I am willing to deal with the cold lol.

But, back to thanksgiving, I like drinks and no I am not one of those family members that has to have a taste or two at every family gathering. I know how to control, but there is always post of food of some sort on Pinterest and many other sites. However, it is the drinks I eye at. So for your tasty treat for this evening. I want to give you guys this possible drink idea that will probably be a hit in my home, even if it is just me drinking it.

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Ingredients:

• 3 cinnamon sticks (plus more for garnish)

• 2 honeycrisp apples, chopped

• 1 orange, thinly sliced

• 1 (750 ml) bottle red wine (I suggest a light-bodied Spanish variety)

• 1 and 3/4 cups homemade apple cider or store-bought1

• 1/2 cup brandy

• 1/4 cup orange juice (or juice from 2 medium oranges)

• juice from 1 lemon

• club soda, to taste

Directions:

1. Place the cinnamon sticks, apples, and orange slices in a large pitcher. Add wine, apple cider, brandy, orange juice, and lemon juice. Allow to sit in the refrigerator for 6 - 24 hours. Taste; if you'd like it to be sweeter, add 1-2 Tablespoons granulated sugar, honey, or agave.

1. If you'd like a cinnamon-sugar rim (highly recommended), simply moisten the rim of your glasses with water, turn the glass upside down and dip it into a mix of cinnamon and sugar. Pour in the sangria with fruit2 and add a splash of club soda (this unsweetened fizz is wonderful with the sangria!). Garnish with a cinnamon stick, if desired. Cheers!

1. Make ahead tip: Sangria is the perfect make-ahead cocktail since it must sit for at least 6 hours. You can also make it one day in advance.

Additional Notes:

1. Use a sweetened, unfiltered version of apple cider. Make your own homemade apple cider and use it here! Or buy an unfiltered version from the store-- it will be in the refrigerator section of your grocery store.

1. Feel free to add ice to your glasses of sangria. Don't add it directly to the pitcher - this waters the sangria down. Which, clearly, we don't want.

Again I copying and pasting is not one of my strong suits and I must stop doing this. However, this is the closest I can get at getting the recipe for you guys. The link for this site to check it out for yourselves is here:

 http://sallysbakingaddiction.com/2014/10/22/honeycrisp-apple-sangria/.

Copy and paste at your own discretion. Mind you this is not a recipe I made up on my own. 

So yeah, anywho, I guess talking about Thanksgiving and drinks got me off track at the initial agenda was to make you guys laugh. Well, here is one video for you guys 

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Did you laugh? I did, funny stuff. Anywho, here is another I thought was funny and makes you ready for the holiday.

I hope you guys enjoyed this post and not only that, laughed while reading.

Enjoy your evening, Laugh Live Love you :)

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The Double E Today (Encouragement Eats)

          Hello My Fellow People,

How are ya? Are you good? That's great, if all the questions were positive and assured. If not, I hope things get better for you. I know it is a rough road or time for you, however, it will only last for a little while and then before you know it it's over. Trust me, I have been going through quite a rough week and it felt like it was not going to get easier. More so, every negative thing you could imagine in your mind, came across mine and it was not fun. However, with some good friends and people in my circle, they changed my perspective and told me the sun still shines during the rain, its just the clouds you see that cause the deception. So be encouraged my friends and enjoy a laugh or two in the rain.

http://weheartit.com/entry/group/2366869

By the way, doesn't this pic look super fun. The only way I will ever have paint in this thick mane of mine, is if this is washable. I am sure it is but you can never be too careful, but the point is too laugh and smile still. Don't let others of this crazy world still your joy.

However, let's talk dishes and when I mean that, I mean fooooooooddddd. Yes, don't we love it, some more than others, but the point is. With the holidays coming around the corner, there will be no funny business, when your elder is in the kitchen throwing down a storm and your mouth waters at that savoring delight soon to be put on the table. So here is one of the dishes that I found most appeasing for our holiday coming up. In what mood to put you in then in a "hungry mood" for these festivities.

And many of us are this right here, just saying:

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So here is the dish I thought was quite interesting for halloween and the perfect movie to watch with this would be, "Hocus Pocus" I love that movie during this time. All time kid favorites of mine back in the day (wow I am old). Can anyone say Mummy Calzone?!

Ingredients:

·         2 batches of Pizza Dough

·         1 batch of Meatballs

·         1 cup Ricotta Cheese

·         1½ cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded

·         2 tsp garlic powder

·         2 tsp dried basil leaves

·         ½ cup sliced black olives

·         5 oz sliced mushrooms

http://www.iwashyoudry.com/2011/10/30/all-wrapped-up-in-halloween/

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Combine the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, basil, mushrooms and olives into a large bowl, including the meatballs (reserving a few meatballs and sliced olives for the mummy eyes) and mix together.
3. Divide pizza dough into 8 equal dough balls.
4. Roll out dough into small circles, and place a nice helping of Ricotta mixture in the center.
5. Take a knife and make slices in the dough horizontally along the sides of the mixture, leaving a larger slice on the top and bottom.
6. Fold the bottom of the calzone up towards the top.
7. Start over-lapping the dough across the body of the mummy from the bottom working your way up to the top.
8. Leave room for the eyes (two meatballs with olives) to stick out the top. Place on a pizza pan or baking sheet.
9. Brush with a lightly beaten egg and bake for 30 minutes.
10. Serve with a small dish of marinara or spaghetti sauce

  Copied and pasting is not my strong suit. However, this is the dish that I have been eyeing for weeks now and just look so good mann. Besides who doesn't love pizza like stuff. Anyway, hope this is a great dish for you guys to try and enjoy with family.

Have a good day and enjoy.

Laugh Live Love You

Hello fellow people and all the rest of the people who might come across this lovely and interesting blog. 

Answer me this, does anyone like to laugh or cry. How about dancing? Traveling? The lovely food that comes with traveling and adventure? If the answer to all those little questions were a 'yes' than you have come to the right spot. I love to laugh and when a good chick flick is on I even cry a little (I am human sue me). However, there is so much out there, I wanted to take a moment of my time and share them with you.

In this introduction I wanted to let you know of the things that we would soon talk about like, life and its many beauties. From adventures in the mountains to basking in the sun by the sea is what we will cover...

See how I just gave you an image of the mountains there :)

It's pretty cool that all this and more is out there and ready to be experienced. However, let's face it, at times we have things such as finances that holds us back. To experience such a beauty sadly, requires a lot, if not most of your money and though you can save, it takes a lot of discipline to acquire such. However, that is where you are wrong you only #LIVE once, right? So let’s start discovering tips on how we can achieve the finances and the motivation to go on our dream vacation. While we are at it, let’s laugh at a few things too…

Does anybody remember this video, it was posted everywhere on Instagram, Facebook and more. Oh how I love it lol.

See you are laughing already, this even had memes of how students feel during exam time and TRUST I could totally relate lol.

Let’s even discover ways on how we can cook different foods and how we can even do something with just simple budgeting. I also want this to be a source of encouragement for those who may think it is too far fetch for them to go on their dream vacation, but it is not.

Let’s do this together and let’s discover the many ways we can learn about God’s vast green earth together.

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