The Random Blonde | A Mélange of Thoughts, Ideas, Tips and Solutions http://www.therandomblonde.com Thoughts, Ideas, Tips and Solutions ... From a Fragmented Thinker! Sun, 26 Sep 2010 20:03:57 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Impressions – Fresh and Fabulous! Are you tired of the same old BBQ, Mexican, and fast food? Hankerin’ for something to excite your tastebuds? Then don’t walk — RUN — to Impressions Catering & Take Out in Alpine, Texas.

Everything is made fresh in-house — from house-cured corned beef and pastrami down to the mayonnaise and dressing for their [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://www.therandomblonde.com/on-travel/impressions-fresh-and-fabulous/ Tired of the Little Things You Do Costing You Time, and Most Important, Money? I knew that everyday I was wasting time and costing myself money by the little things:

Looking on my computer for that one file or webinar link or product information but couldn’t remember where I saved it. My “To Do” list was a bunch of bits of paper and stickies scattered on my desk, [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://www.therandomblonde.com/on-business/tired-of-the-little-things-you-do-costing-you-time-and-most-important-money/ Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Can you eat just one? I know I can't! I'd surely lose that bet!

Who can resist the smell of freshly baked cookies? And for us chocolaholics (at least this one!), there is nothing like the original Nestlé’s Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookie – right out of the oven – soft, gooey and [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://www.therandomblonde.com/general/toll-house-chocolate-chip-cookies/ The “Pink Pantie Pulldown” – a Drink Recipe My friend Pam sent this along to me. She is not much of a drinker, but even she says this is good! And it is – smooth, refreshing – a great summer drink at the end of a hot day…as well as being deadly.

So make sure you are drinking this with friends…or with [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://www.therandomblonde.com/on-cooking/the-pink-pantie-pulldown-a-drink-recipe/ Low Spending by Wealthy Weakens Economy Guest Blog by Jeannine Aversa • The Associated Press • August 2, 2010

WASHINGTON – Wealthy Americans aren’t spending so freely anymore. And the rest of us are feeling the squeeze.

The question is whether the rich will cut back so much as to tip the economy back into recession – or if they [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://www.therandomblonde.com/on-business/low-spending-by-wealthy-weakens-economy/ Stella! Restaurant, New Orleans, LA – a Review Entrance to Stella!

Stella! is an casually elegant and intimate restaurant tucked away in the Hotel Provincial (read hotel review) in the heart of the French Quarter. Touting “exciting, Global-Modern cuisine influenced by world flavors” as well as the executive chef Scot Boswell’s Louisiana roots, the menu is a delightful adventure for just [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://www.therandomblonde.com/on-travel/stella-restaurant-new-orleans-la-a-review/ The Hotel Provincial, New Orleans, LA – a Review Hotel Provincial

Okay, I admit it – I was drawn to the Hotel Provincial for 3 reasons: 1) great summer rates through Hotels.com; 2) right in the middle of the French Quarter; and 3) it is believed to be HAUNTED! I took a deep breath, made my reservation, and even asked for Building [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://www.therandomblonde.com/on-travel/the-hotel-provincial-new-orleans-la-a-review/ A Tour of Washington, Georgia Fitzpatrick Hotel Entrance

A friend recently treated me to a delightful 2+ hour tour of the historic town of Washington, Georgia. Guided by Jo Randall of Miss Fanny’s Tours, I learned much and enjoyed every minute!

The first place we visited was the Fitzpatrick Hotel. Built in 1899, the hotel is currently under [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://www.therandomblonde.com/on-travel/a-tour-of-washington-georgia/ Love Okra But Hate the Slime? Try This Easy Recipe! I got this recipe from my Georgia friend’s cousin. It is easy and fool-proof!

Sauteéd Okra

4 Servings

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Ingredients 1 lb. fresh baby okra (No more than a couple inches long. It is IMPORTANT to use only baby okra!) – whole and with about 1/2″ of stem left on the [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://www.therandomblonde.com/on-cooking/love-okra-but-hate-the-slime-try-this-easy-recipe/ 15 Easy Steps To Starting Your Small Business Yeah, sure it’s easy, and of course, that title is a little tongue in cheek. It takes a lot of hard work to get a business off the ground. But, it’s worth every hour I’ve spent getting to where I am now.

When I decided to start my graphic/web design and marketing business, I [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://www.therandomblonde.com/on-business/15-easy-steps-to-starting-your-small-business/