LBCreations

Hi Everyone!

I hope you all are doing well. I've been a bit under the weather the last couple of days - and also trying to get more products uploading into DSW ... so I haven't been around as much as I would like. To those that have written me, if I haven't responded yet ... please know that I'll be getting to ALL of my emails. *smiles* Once again, thanks to all of you who have left me comments, here on the blog, at 4-shared, or in emails - it really means sooo much to me!! (((hugs)))

OH, and can JESSICA please email me? The email you left me is not working and my mail is being returned.

*TODAY'S RECIPE*

I thought it might be fun to share recipes! As many of you know, I'm 1/2 French ... and well, not to toot my own horn; but I am a pretty good cook ... that is when I find the time or inclination to cook! LOL However, Mike always thrilled when I make my wayinto the kitchen!! *smiles* Now, I rarely cook with actual "recipes" so I'm going to try hard to make some sense out of the
dishes that I share here. I also think it would be awesome if you guys shared some favorites of your own! It could be a recipe exchange of sorts! Wouldn't that be fun? Think of all the cool
new taste sensations we can all experience!

I thought I'd start with RATATOUILLE; since it's been made famous by Disney! Ratatouille is basically a stew and is typically served over rice or potatoes and some really good french bread!
Relatively cheap and very healthy - a vegetarian alternative for those days where maybe you're not in a "meaty" mood! The best part is that is doesn't really matter if you have more of one
veggie than the other - it all works! I like those types of dishes.

You'll need about a pound of the following veggies:

Zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant, onions, tomatoes. Slice up the zucchine, squash; cube the eggplant, sliced and cut the onions into quarters & slice; dice the tomatoes (you can peel the
tomatoes, but I never do).

You'll also need:

3-5 cloves of garlic minced - depends how much you like garlic.
Herbes - there are mixes of herbs called "herbes de provence" but in lieu of that, try mixing some basil, thyme, and a bay leaf. You'll also need salt & pepper to taste.

Okay, here comes the fun!

First saute the onion & garlic in OLIVE oil in a LARGE pan until tender and browned. Set aside in a bowl. Next, saute the eggplant - when done, set aside with the onions. Now saute the zucchine until brown and tender. When's that ready - return the rest to the pan, add the diced tomatoes and the herbes and about 1/2 a cup of water (or veggie stock); cover and simmer for about 15 minutes. Check it and if you feel it needs to cook a bit longer (really depends how much youlike your veggies cooked) you can add a bit more stock and cover and simmer a bit longer. Add salt and pepper and you're done!

Now, serve it over rice or boiled potatoes and you've got a great meal! This will serve at least 4 people - and left overs taste even better!! Oh, those of you with kids .. this may be a way to get them to eat their veggies - remind them of the movie!

*TOPIC OF THE DAY*

{EDIT: I wanted to make sure and let everyone know that I'm not endorsing one party over another - just talking about my thoughts in general. Mike and I are very interested in BOTH sides and will also be watching ALL of the Republic Party Convention as well. This post does not intend to promote anyone, nor do I wish to offend anyone. Just my thoughts as we go along - and everyone is free to jump in and voice theirs. In fact, that would be very cool!}

I'm not sure how many of you have been following the Democratic Convention, but in this house it's been on EVERY TV in the house to ensure that nothing gets missed if we had to move from one space to another! lol Well, I have a few comments to make. First off, I was completely floored by Hilary's speech - she quite literally made me proud to be a woman. Her speech also had me thinking she would have made a great president. After hearing Bill, well - it's clear why they are a "power couple!"

My biggest suprise was Joe Biden. I expected a great speech from Bill (and boy did he deliver!) but, I didn't know much about Joe. I have to say, he turned me into a huge fan! He's such a "real" person and although I have never been an Obama supporter, my opinion of him was elevated by his choice of running mate. It's clear that this country needs strong leadership, and it's nice to see that the VP in this relationship won't be a "yes" man if elected. It's also quite interesting to note that many Hilary supporters aren't necessarily jumping on the Obama wagon ... this is going to be a very interesting few weeks until voting day! I'm anxious to see & hear what the McCain camp & the Republic Convention will do.

Oh, and how about that video tribute to the military by Stephen Speilberg? How heart wrenching was that? I swear, I don't remember ever crying during a convention! Between the film and Joe's speech - and his son's introduction ... in was tissue city for me!

So, what are you thoughts? What did you think of it all?

*WHAT'S ON SALE?*

Aaahhh ... well, you KNEW I'd get to this right? *wink* A girl has to try to make a living! And sales have been SO slow lately! Let's see, what do I have going this week ...

There's the grab bag - which is a STEAL at $5.00!



If you want to see what's inside, just scroll down a couple of posts!

Then, all my Alpha Template are 50% off - only $2 each!



And for those that didn't buy my last grab bag, I just put my new SUEDE style on sale, 20% off!








All of these are available in all my stores!

Divine Digital
DigiScrap Warehouse
Commercial-Use

While I'm thinking of it, I'd also like to thank those of you who support me. My customers are VERY important to me and I sincerely appreciate every single purchase. Also, I just love to see my products "in action;" it's amazing how different people will use the same product in different ways. So, please know that I am thankful to you all.

*FREEBIE TIME*

You've made it! I hope you've had fun along the way! LOL Today's blog gift is CU Sampler #06. This will be available through Sunday.



The heart frame was created using one of my suede styles, the leather button w/one of leather styles. The envelope is a new template that I haven't released as of yet, as is the card tucked
into it. The overlays consist of one border, one just texture (looks really good when applied), and the other is a just a bit grungy. I've included the threads, with and without shadows for the button; as well as including one button all complete. The clip has a leaf as decoration - figured with fall coming it would be cute! lol There's also a distressed arrow, and a cute scroll label for journaling!!

(((Sorry, this offer has expired)))



Okay guys, enjoy the gift - and I hope you consider making a purchase ... I promise you'll be happy with your purchases!! I'm off to bed now ... again! You all take care!

Hugs,
Babette