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GOOD MORNING - What's on your mind WEDNESDAY
Good 4th of July eve Wednesday morning everyone. Today is a trip to the license branch to get a temporary plate and application for title. Hopefully that will be a breeze. Next, a quick grocery trip and then we'll settle in for the 4th. Almost finished with my July "Sheep Virtue". Ironically, the virtue was "patience". Have a good Wednesday and enjoy the day.
Last Reply by newsgnu at 03:20 PM
Susanglad1956 at 04:52 AM8010
GOOD MORNING - What's on your mind TUESDAY
Good Tuesday morning all. Another pleasant day expected and will stitch outside today after chores. We bought Poppy a round sprinkler and she loves it. It's also an easier way to water the gardens and keep her entertained. Wishing you all a happy Tuesday!
Last Reply by PebbleDebbles at 02:57 PM
Susanglad1956 on 07/02/2417915
The trio
I just finished the first one. Went to framers, they were on vacation! Glad to get that done.
Last Reply by ladybugtrisha57 at 02:47 PM
gchris at 01:38 PM193
Menu for THE 4th
Hi friends I am making the menu easy out favorite grocery store has THE Best fried chicken have it ordered thank you PUBLIX!! Then Mac salad had frozen elbow noodles left fromemorial day of of course BUSHS BAKED BEANS best ever Growing upy fathers mom made homemade baked beans then my father I like BUSHS and dessert 🍉 watermelon. I can't stand for a long time so taking the easy way out. When the sun sets my hubby will put the thunder shirt on our dog Zoey for the fireworks my street sounds like a war zone of course kitty Zoe will be hiding in the back corner of my closet or under the bed. To all o safe and HAPPY 4TH OF JULY
Posted by ladybugtrisha57 at 02:46 PM
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Happy 4th of July from ECS!!
Hi there everyone! As we approach the 4th of July holiday, I wanted to inform you that our offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day. On July 4th, our website will remain accessible for browsing and order placement but please be aware that order fulfilment and message board admin will be paused until we return.
Emails to our Customer Service dept will still be answered but response times may be slower due to our employees enjoying the holiday as well. We will return to the office on Friday, July 5th. We appreciate your understanding and patience and we hope you have a safe and happy 4th of July!
~Kristi @ ECS
Posted by Kristi @ ECS at 02:22 PM
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2013 Camero. Susan
Hello Susan. I had to go back to yesterday’s posting to see the pictures of your “new” hot wheels. Interesting that you went to Niles, Michigan to pick it up. I have in laws that live in Nile, Illinois. Are the dogs allowed in these wheels? I trust that you will enjoy it for years to come. Red is my favourite color for cars.
Last Reply by Susanglad1956 at 02:20 PM
doreenpeterson at 10:13 AM443
Need a little help storing my thread collection
I have a whole lot of balls of Wonderfil Eleganza #8 perle cotton thread. Right now they're in boxes, ziploc bags, loose in the larger box, everywhere. I'd like to store them in manageable boxes like we do with floss bobbins. Wonderfill balls are a little larger than DMC balls. Does anyone know if they would fit in a floss box? Any other storage ideas? I'd like to have around 18 to 25 balls per box. I can't store larger cabinets or stacks of drawers because I'm completely out of space. Help?
Last Reply by SewnBlessings at 02:17 PM
SewnBlessings on 07/02/2411410
African violets
Finally a couple in bloom.
Last Reply by Susanglad1956 at 02:12 PM
gchris at 01:35 PM112
Recipe: Easy Red White and Blue Jello Poke Cake
And just in case you haven't already seen this one a thousand times:
Easy Red White and Blue Jello Poke Cake
Recipe details Yield 12 servings
Time spent: Prep time: 10 Minutes Cook time: 30 Minutes Total time: 40 Minutes
Ingredients For the Cake- White Cake Mix Oil, Eggs & Water to bake cake according to directions 3 oz. Box Blue Jello 3 oz. Box Red Jello ¾ Cup of Water for each color of Jello For the Frosting 8 oz. Cream Cheese (cold) 1 Cup Powdered Sugar 2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream (cold) 1 tsp. Vanilla Red White & Blue Sprinkles
Instructions Bake cake according to package directions in a 13x9 inch pan. Allow to cool completely.
With a drinking straw poke even rows of holes across the cake. I did 12 rows of 15. Dissolve the blue Jello in ¾ cup of boiling water. Fill the holes in every other row with the dissolved blue Jello. You can carefully pour or spoon it in or use a dropper or syringe to be more precise. Repeat with the red Jello filling the empty rows of holes. Cover the cake and place it in the fridge overnight or for at least 8-10 hours. Once the cake has cooled it is time to make the frosting. Place the mixing bowl in the freezer for about 15-30 minutes before making the icing. In the chilled bowl cream together cream cheese, vanilla, and powdered sugar until well mixed and light and fluffy. With the mixer on low/med slowly pour in the whipping cream and mix until well incorporated and smooth. Turn the mixer to high and whip until stiff peaks form. Spread evenly across the top of the cake or pipe it on with an icing bag. Sprinkle with red white and blue sprinkles. Keep covered and refrigerated until ready to serve.
Last Reply by PebbleDebbles at 01:52 PM
cilstephens at 01:50 PM61
4th of July
Hey friends!! Just wondering what everyone is up to for the 4th?!!? I have Thurs and Fri off, so I am headed to my Mom's for a long weekend escape!! I go there every year to watch fireworks!! What about you?!