Canned Cat Food

One of my kitties recently went to kitty heaven, leaving behind 42 cans of Friskies cat food. My other cat won't eat it (he's a dry food kitty). This is the Friskies Pate variety pack you can buy at Costco. If there's anyone who can use it, you can contact me through the Ventana Ward list or at debbie at thewagers dot org and I'll get it to you.

All (Ryan W. here),

Our ward rocks!  We are some of the most generous and awesome people that I've had a pleasure of knowing.

As you all know, our ward signed up to help out several families in another ward.  We as a ward, stepped up and truly made a magnificent effort.  The presents that were wrapped last week by the young men and women were superb, and I sure that they'll be well received.  The young men and women were all amazed at the generosity of the ward.  Thank you!  Thank you again and again!

What we are lacking right now is non-perishable goods for the families.  I understand that this is short notice, but if any of you have extra canned food that we can give to the families as well, we would greatly appreciate it.  We would need the food delivered to Rett Reidhead's house by Tuesday early afternoon.

If you have any questions, please contact myself or Rett.

Thank you again for all that you do, and for helping making this a special Christmas not only for the families, but for our young men and women!  We are delivering everything this Tuesday, and we'll report back soon.
 

--Ryan

Staff

$15.00 extra large King quilt 

10.00 storage for girl room

free boys suits 2 are for 10 year old and 1 for 12 years old

Text Dora 505 507 1675

December Book Club

Dear Readers,

We will be hosting December's meeting:

on Thursday, December 20th
at 7:30pm
at Melissa S's home (Volcano Cliffs directory)

We are discussing Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell.  It is an incredibly interesting read and pretty quick too, so you still have time if you want to pick it up and get it done.

If so inclined, please bring a favorite Christmas treat or appetizer to share.  No pressure of course.  We will let you in with or without food ;)

If you have never attended our meetings before, we would LOVE to have you!  Please come, even if you haven't read the book.  We'll get you started on the next.

Our book for January will be The Riddlemaster of Hed by Patricia A. McKillip.  Plan for that one if you can't come in December.  We always meet on the third Thursday.

Merry Christmas, and may you enjoy many good books by the fire this season!

Pine Bunkbed and matching dresser for sale

2-3 years old. Bunkbed $250. Dresser $75. Please call Maria Thomas at 400-nine one zero seven.

Canned Pumpkin

ABQ friends: Sams Club is closing out their canned pumpkin (3 pack) for $0.91.
Yep! That's less than $1 for 3 large cans of pumpkin!! Better go grab you some!!

Cookie/Goodie and White Elephant Exchange

What's Christmas without goodies? Sniffles...I don't even want to imagine that.  But who wants to make a ton of goodies on their own? Okay, I didn't say who wants to EAT all the goodies on their own, because we know we all want to do that.

I have an idea, let's share.

Why don't you make a bunch of one thing (can be cookies, candy, bars, etc). I will make a bunch of one thing. Everyone will make a bunch of one thing. Then we will all bring our one things to Amber E.'s house next Tues at 12pm and have a bunch of different things.

Sound good?

If this thing-sharing sounds like something you want to be a part of let me, Stef Burns or Susan T know and then we can know better how many things each person needs to bring. I am going to say plan on bringing 3 dozen things unless you hear otherwise.

Also, anyone who wants to participate in a White Elephant exchange just bring a gift that costs NO MORE than $5. It can be less...it is White Elephant remember. But no MORE.

Would love to see all you wonderful women and wish you all Merry Christmas as well. See ya there...with your things!

Luminarias for Christmas Eve

 

My kids are going into business selling luminarias/farolitos. Luminarias/farolitos are a New Mexico tradition that we do every Christmas Eve. They are charging $8 a dozen and will be delivering Saturday December 22nd. We will take orders until Friday Dec. 21st. If you are interested email francesjean1111(at)msn(dot)com or call eight nine zero zero nine zero five. Thanks, Frances

The Nutcracker

HI Ladies,

I was wondering if anyone is interested in purchasing tickets to The Nutcracker at the KiMo theatre.

If we purchase a group of 10 tickets they are  only  $5.

Regular price is $12 for adults and $10 for children.

Its the Tuesday December 18th showing at 10AM.  The show is approx 1 hour long.

http://www.kimotickets.com/event/121172

Please email kelliejh(at)yahoo(dot)com

Thanks!

Kellie Wright VC WARD

Mrs. Clauses w/o elves at home lunch changed

The lunch without kids has been changed to next Thursday the 13th at Sandra M's starting at 11:30 am.  Sorry for the late change and the inconvenience.

Embossing?

Does anyone have an embossing tool that I may borrow? I need to emboss some stake leadership invitations with flowers, or snowflakes, or something pretty. I will need to use it around Dec 18th. Email me at sbikhazi(at)gmail(dot)com. Thank you!

Moving Boxes??

I'm looking for moving boxes if anyone has some lying around or if you know someone else who does. Thanks!  Email me crescentmarchant (at) gmail (dot) com.

Carpet Cleaning

Carpet Steam Cleaning

Call Jim at 203-7338

I just got my carpet steam cleaned by Jim Feery of Apollo Carpet Care and it looks like NEW!  Here are Jim’s prices if you need your home done:

$30 per room

$30 for stairs

$0 – no charge for closets or halls

Jim also cleans air ducts.  Each vent is $20.  Jim is a super nice guy and won’t give you the willies! 

Mrs. Clauses w/o elves at home during the day

We will be having a lunch without kids  at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, December 6th at Sandra M's house.  She will provide us with soup.  If you can, please bring a dessert or a salad.

Daytime Bookclub change

Because many of us have a preschool pick up at 11:30 we are moving the bookclub time today till 11:30 at Pei Wei. Thanks!!!

JON BARRIE

The Independent Candidate for U.S. Senate 7316 Williamsburg Road NW Albuquerque NM 87114 www.jonbarrieforsenate.com jon@jonbarrieforsenate.com 505-999-2118 My heartfelt thanks all of you who voted and supported my campaign efforts. We garnered almost 28,000 votes and sent a clear message to the establishment that there is a growing and organized constituency in New Mexico that yearns for Constitutional principles and common sense politics. You will remember that although we turned in an astonishing 10,000 signatures to the Secretary of State, a remarkable feat for our Barrie Brigade, she ruled that we were short 277 valid names. When we took that ruling to the New Mexico Supreme Court, justice was served and we were able to present an alternative to the establishment candidates. Our campaign is still being talked about across the nation. You should be proud of the inspirational job you did. Shame on the other candidates and their insider Washington friends. They spent over $18 million to buy this election. That works out to be about $24.94 for every voter who cast a ballot. We ran a $29,300 campaign—a new definition of bare bones budget! Now my job is to pay off the creditors: frankly, we are in need of $14,310. The law states that as the candidate, I am personally responsible for these obligations. That’s why I’m asking for your help in retiring this debt. Please help by donating anything you can: $25 or $250; $15 or $150 will help me get out of the red … and back on the front lines of fighting for our lost liberties. www.jonbarrieforsenate.com I don’t know what God has in store for me in the future, but I do know that once my mind is off of paying debts I’ll be free to make some decisions. God Bless you all and let us continue the battle to regain to restore the Constitution. Paid for and authorized by Jon Barrie for U.S. Senate; Robert Bowen, Treasurer

Wii & Movie Trade for Christmas--wish list

Wanted to see if anyone wanted to do a wii game exchange for Christmas. Does anyone have Mario Kart Wii they are not using anymore, or using very much. We have a soccer game, Fifa 2012 that we bought last year, that isn't getting used much. Or a movie trade. Brooke wants the movie, "Ella Enchanted," so I thought I'd see if anyone has it, and doesn't watch it anymore, or would want to do a trade/sale? How about a skateboard in your garage that you are not using anymore you would like to sell? How about a router for a laptop? How about the Magnetix building game for kids? Let me know if you have any of these things you would want to do a trade or sell? Thanks, Andrea rogersareblessed(at)gmail.com

Job Offer

   PO Box 44508

 Rio Rancho, NM 87174

(505) 892-1131

www.readwest.org

Do you know someone who is looking for a job?

ReadWest is looking to hire a Data Coordinator who will be responsible for data entry of classroom hours for students and tutors/teachers in our new Matrix (Microsoft Access based) software. Work will include preparing, compiling and sorting information regarding student progress, obtained primarily through monthly reports. Obtaining further information for incomplete documents by contacting volunteers via phone or email.

Good phone and email etiquette required. Applicant should be a self-motivated with careful attention to detail. Data entry experience is preferred but not required. 

The position will be part time (15 hours per week) for a six week period with the possibility of a permanent hire. Dates and time to be determined. Compensation: $9/hour.

Please send resume and cover letter (in email) to readwest@readwest.org. (attention Will Steinsiek)

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Will Steinsiek

dance classes?

Who has some experience with dance classes here on the westside?  My 4 year old is begging to take dance lessons but I'm not willing to drive more than 15 minutes away.  Thanks.
melissa dot lee dot spencer at gmail dot com

get those holiday cards done!

Sam's Club is offering a sweet little deal on holiday cards.  If you order on Black Friday, you can get 100 4x8 or 6x8 cards with envelopes for $15.  Last year I was able to do it all on the internet and then pick them up at the store after a few days.  The ONLY way I get my cards out every year is by having most of the work done before Thanksgiving because we all know that December is really crazy.  Happy Holidays!

Garage Sale *** Updated!

Hey sisters, I'm having a garage sale this weekend. It's Fall/winter clean out time! Go through your stuff and see what you might want to get rid of ...so you can bring in the new stuff for Christmas. Brad always tells me, "Andrea, if you are going to bring stuff in...you need to get rid of that much stuff." :) You can come over and sell it at our garage sale, or we can sell it for you. Or you can just come and do some swapping with some other mom friends. We all could save a buck or two this Christmas, right? Spread the word! Last year I did a free mom swap, and it was fun. So... Garage Sale This Saturday, November 17th Time: 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. (I sure hope the weather is a little nicer.) Where: Rogers Home: (look on ward list) We have lots of small dog cage, and an x-large dog cage, Christmas decorations, (our little grandparent neighbors gave to the kids so they could sell and make a little money)..that's why I decided to have the garage sale) We also have kids clothes, baby clothes, baby toys, baby big toys scooters, nice bikes that need to be fixed up a little (tires) that we got at a bike auction and never did anything with them (probably like $75....but we are just going to do $10), air hockey table, toys, games, kids books, and other misc. stuff. Also, if you know of anyone looking for a portable stage ...for like a choir or a band. I'm going to post this on craigslist, so if you want to add to this, I will refesh craigslist and add your stuff on there. Thanks sisters! Andrea R. Call me or email me rogersareblessed(at)gmail(dot)com

ESTATE SELL

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ESTATE SALE - Everything must go!

PRICE REDUCTION!
Furniture is in MINT condition and practically NEW!
 email djcarden(at)charter(dot)net

to schedule an appointment. Property located by Intel in Rio Rancho.
Here is the Craig's List link to view more pictures:
 http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/fuo/3417787917.html

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(2) MODEL #464346 ARMLESS CHAIR (CENTRAL PARK – CHOCOLATE)

NEW $300 EACH ----- SELL FOR $175 EACH

(2) NAVIGATOR – SADDLE ROCKER RECLINER MODEL #1092325

NEW $549 EACH ------ SELL FOR $250 EACH

(2) CARLYLE 30” BARSTOOLS D-371-230

NEW $79 EACH ------- SELL FOR $25 EACH

(1) NEWBOLD SIDE CHAIR (RED)

NEW $79 --------SELL FOR $25

(1) ATELLA KING UPHOLSTERED HEADBOARD #B157-58 COLOR- BLACK

NEW $249-------SELL FOR $150

(1) ONE KING BED FRAME FOR HEADBOARD

NEW $70-------SELL FOR $35

(1) ATELLA DRESSER #B157-31 COLOR-BLACK

NEW $299---------SELL FOR $175

(1) ATELLA MIRROR #B157-36

NEW $149 ---------------SELL FOR $100

(2) ATELLA NIGHTSTANDS #B157-92 COLOR-BLACK

NEW $199 EACH ---------SELL FOR $100 EACH

MARTINI COFFEE TABLE MODEL T651-13

NEW $229----------SELL FOR $50

MARTINI END TABLES MODEL T651-13

NEW $229----------SELL FOR $35

(1) SET KING SEALY BOXSPRINGS AND PILLOW TOP MATTRESS SET

NEW $1100------------SELL $600

KING MEMORY FOAM MATTRESS TOPPER – NEVER USED

NEW $199----------SELL FOR $75

Book Club

Dear Readers,

I will be hosting book club at my house this coming week.  We would LOVE to have you join us, even if you haven't read the book for this month.  We can get you started on the next one.  Here are the details:

Thursday, November 15th
7:30pm
Michelle C's house (Ventana Ward directory)

Discussing:  The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown
If you haven't read it, you should at least google it and check out the subject material.  It is fascinating.  It should provide for a very interesting discussion.

Please bring something tasty to share, if you feel so inclined.

Thanks!
Michelle

2 jumperoos for sale

Fisher Price Rainforest Jumperoo $25

Fisher-Price Luv U Zoo Jumperoo $30

Email jsturner1@q (dot) com Thanks Susan T

Daytime Book Club

The Daytime bookclub will be reading The Persian Pickle Club for November. It is a quick read and really good!!! See summary below. We will meet at Pei Wei on Coors at 11:00 on Thursday, November 29th to discuss. Stef B and I have a copy to lend out. If you have a book suggestion for January's reading please bring it so we can look it over and vote! Happy Reading!!!

It is the 1930s, and hard times have hit Harveyville, Kansas, where the crops are burning up, and there's not a job to be found. For Queenie Bean, a young farm wife, a highlight of each week is the gathering of the Persian Pickle Club, a group of local ladies dedicated to improving their minds, exchanging gossip, and putting their quilting skills to good use. When a new member of the club stirs up a dark secret, the women must band together to support and protect one another. In her magical, memorable novel, Sandra Dallas explores the ties that unite women through good times and bad.

more good deals on spices

Have you been to John Brooks' grocery store for their spices?  I recently discovered this good deal.  It's in the back behind their produce section and they have a ton of spices in the extra large containers (like a pound or so) for $3-4 each.  They're good quality and you don't have to pay shipping.

San Francisco Herb Company

Just wanted to let you all know of a great place to buy inexpensive spices, nuts, herbs, and other wonderful things in bulk.

Visit https://www.sfherb.com

For example I just bought 1 pound of poppy seeds. At the store a tiny jar cost almost $4. I bought a pound for $2.95.  Sweet, right?

I also like to get their mulling spices for dirt cheap. I put a small amount in a pot with orange slices and let it simmer for a bit during Christmas. My whole house smells so delicious! Plus, the mulling spices make great gifts for VT and neighbors during the holidays.

The shipping isn't bad, but you might as well go in on an order with someone else and save even more!

Happy baking this holiday season!

Can I borrow?

Hey guys,
Does anyone have a "hobby" woodburning pen I can borrow for a couple days? I want to make a birthday present for my mom and need to write in some wood. Just let me know if you do. 
Thank you! :)

YW help

Hey Sisters,

I was wondering if anyone has any sheet protectors lying around the house that they would like to donate, to Gabby Ritchie, for a YW project?  If you do, please let Gabby or me (Jessica Pickett) know and we can make arrangements to get them picked up.

Thank you!!!! :)

Pampered Chef?

Is anyone here work for Pampered Chef (or know someone who sells it?)  I've got a friend who'd like to piggyback on an order for a party.  Let me know if you have any info.
melissa dot lee.spencer at gmail.com

Anyone need these bottles?

Does anyone need some small storage bottles? We got them when our daughter was in the NICU, but we have tons of unopened (still sterile) bottles that we need to get rid of. They are for storing breast milk, but they would be great for any other things that you'd like to store in small portions. I think each bottle holds about 2-3 ounces. Please call Lisa Justice if you want them!

Voting help

Andrea R would like to offer to babysit anyones kids tomorrow while you vote! Her number is in the ward directory. Her computer is down so don't email her. Thanks! GO VOTE!!!

Cleaning out

I am listing a few things on Craigslist and I thought I would post them here as well.

Fisher-Price Rainforest Jumperoo 25$

Fisher-Price Luv U Zoo Jumperoo $30

West Bend 41300 Hi-Rise Electronic Dual-Blade Breadmaker $30 Check it out on Amazon here. jsturner1@q (dot) com or my numbers in the ward directory. Thanks! Susan T

Lost Blanket

Hello,

Today, Brinley lost her favorite blanket at church.  It is solid pink.  It has one side silk and one side plush with little raised dots all over it.  Also, quiet some time ago, Addison lost his favorite baby green plush blanket at church. It has a turtle on the bottom corner of it and a fish (i think).  It was a very long time ago but he still asks about it all the time.  If someone picked it up and just forgot to get it to us, please let me know.  Also, please let me know if you found Brin's pink blanket.  She will be SO happy to find it.  This girl is attached so I am not sure how she lost it. :)  p.s Sorry if it smells like pee.  She had to have it today and she blew out of her diaper last night.  :(
Thank you!
Jessica 505-3five3-04zero7 (text or call)

BABY/TODDLER stuff SALE!

ADDITIONAL HOURS:  I still have tons of stuff... I will leave it out and open up tomorrow (Saturday, the 3rd) morning from 9am to 11am.  Let me know if there is something specific you are interested in.  michechapman (at)gmail(dot)com

Hey Ladies,
I can't believe I forgot to put this on the blog.  But, if you need stuff for little ones and are free tomorrow morning, I'm selling a bunch of my baby and toddler things.  It's a private sale in my home, so I appreciate people I know (and your friends!) coming, but it's not open to the general public.

My house (Michelle C - Ventana Ward)
Friday, November 2nd
9am to 1pm

I've sold a bunch of my big things already, but I have things like this left:  Pack and Play, diaper champ (clean!), red wagon, 3 wheel scooter, baby swing (for an outdoor swingset), a snuggli carrier and an ergo carrier, etc....  I've also got girls' clothes sizes newborn to 2T.

See you tomorrow morning :)
Michelle

Hi Ladies!

My work is holding their annual 

Treats for Troops

candy donation this 

Thursday and Friday (Nov. 1st and Nov. 2nd) from 3:00-6:00 p.m. 

If you don't want your kids to consume the amount of candy they have received within the past few days, come in to donate the candy! 

Dr. Allman will weigh the candy and give them $1/pound up to 5 pounds of candy. We will also give them a goodie bag with a toothbrush, toothpaste, chapstick, pencil, and a handful of coupons from sponsors around town! 

It is such a great opportunity for the kids to donate some of their Halloween loot to the troops, and in return they get some money and something to scrub those chompers! Let everyone know and come in and say Hi! I would love to see you all there!

We are holding it at our office-
Sandia Smiles
5740 Night Whisper Road Northwest #100  Albuquerque, NM 87114

It is located behind the Valero Gas Station on Unser/McMahon.

-Cami Fairbanks

Looking for Teepee

Does anyone have a teepee that I could borrow or know of where to get one.  I would like to use it for a preschool lesson the week of November 12th.  Please contact me at hollyyorgason(at)gmail(dot)com.

Thanks,
Holly Y

80's dance this Friday!!! Everyone who is rad will be there.

The adult 80's dance is happening this Friday at 7:30 p.m.  The address is 5116 Industrial LP in Rio Rancho.  You take 528 out toward the Target out there, and it is a right hand turn.

Come dressed in 80's garb if you like.  All are invited.

Amazon Prime Membership

Hi Ladies,

We have one open slot for an Amazon Prime membership if you are interested.  It is a full year of FREE two day SHIPPING on most Amazon items, streaming movies, TV series, ect FREE.  

The cost is: $16 and would be from November 25th til November 24th next year.

email me at:

 kelliejh(at)yahoo(dot)com

Kellie Wright
VC Ward

Personal Progress

Hello Sisters,

Gabby Ritchie, one of our wonderful Mia Maids is working on a Personal Progress project.   She would love your help with gathering quotes.  She loves quotes and is compiling a book of them and would like for you to send her your favorite quotes or quotes that have helped you through life.  She loves all of them: funny, spiritual, thoughtful, etc.    Please email her at: gabrielle(dot)ritchie(at)cottonwoodclassical(dot)org

Thank you for your help.  C:

Free Halloween Carnival Saturday at UNM School of Pharmacy

Bret's UNM Pharmacy School is hosting a FREE Halloween Carnival for families this Saturday October 27th from 4:00pm-7:00pm.  He wanted me to spread the word.  

Here is the flyer and more info:

The 9th Annual Junior Diabetes Research Fund (JDRF) Halloween Carnival will take place October 27th from 4:00- 7:00 at the University of New Mexico's College of Pharmacy. 

Come enjoy a fun-filled evening of games, food, movies, and a haunted house!

DIRECTIONS:

Having trouble finding the College of Pharmacy? From I-25, go east on Lomas, turn left on Yale, right on Tucker, park in the "M" lot, follow the signs to the Nursing and Pharmacy Building!

Baby Shower for Emily Hutchings

Hopefully everyone got the email for Emily's Baby shower for Saturday November 3rd, but if you haven't here it is:

I also just wanted to add that she is now registered at Target and for those who didn't know--she is having 2 boys and 1 girl.

You do not need to RSVP since it is an open house where you can come and go as you please but if you have any questions or would like to help with the food or prep or anything--feel free to contact me (Kristin Wynder) kristinandbret (at) gmail (dot) com or you can also get in touch with Cami Fairbanks who is co-hosting the shower.  Lastly, if you want to contribute to larger group gifts such as car seats, bumbos, baby carriers, etc.--you can give money to either Cami or I.

Thanks and we hope to see you at the shower celebrating our lovely Emily and her growing triplets!

Scorpions and centipedes wanted! Crazy?

I have this Halloween idea that requires a scorpion and a centipede (to add to the tarantula I found recently.)  If you happen to run across a centipede or a scorpion, and you are brave enough to catch it, please give me a call to come get it.  Erin S.

Book club tomorrow night!!

All are welcome to join us tomorrow night for book club!

Here are the details:

Thursday, October 18th
7:30 pm
Darbie W's home (volcano cliffs directory)

Discussing:  Paths of Glory by Jeffrey Archer

Bring your favorite fall appetizer or treat!

Jon Barrie for Senate

Hi Friends, Only one month until elections! For those of you that don't know, there isn't just a Republican running for US Senate, or a Democrat, but now Jon Barrie, our family fondly calls "Grandpa Jon" is officially on the ballot, running as an Independent. It's so exciting to have someone right in our neighborhood who has great Christian, conservative values.... To get on the ballot, his campaign needed 6,000 signatures. I was of course a part of the incredible “Barrie Brigade” - we collected over 10,000 names. It was a miracle – the first of many I witnessed. The kids and I had a blast collecting signatures. Then the Secretary of State’s office told us that the campaign was short 277 “valid” signatures! With only days remaining to challenge the decision, Jon fought back and won a spot on the ballot in a ruling by the New Mexico Supreme Court. It was another miracle. Anyone who meets Grandpa Jon, loves him, and appreciates the principles he stands for. But not enough people know who he is. We have 4 weeks to let voters know that they have another choice, and that there is a 3rd voice...Jon Barrie, the Independent candidate. This is why I’m asking for your help. First, visit Jon’s webpage and get to know him and why he’s a great spokesman for liberty and the Constitution. “Friend” him on Facebook. Then send the link to his page to theirs – simply ask them to read and decide for themselves. But please, be quick! The momentum is on Jon Barrie’s side, but don’t take my word about it: here’s what the Albuquerque Journal reported: “Third-party U.S. Senate candidate Jon Barrie says he’s in the race because no one else is talking strongly enough about limited government … recent polls commissioned by both major-party candidates found nearly one in 10 likely voters prefer Barrie.” That’s right, Democrat and Republican Party polls show Jon at 9% but his opponents are trying to buy the election: they’re spending $8 million! We don’t have to outspend the other candidates, just out work them! But your investment now, in the final weeks is urgent. What an exciting time to stand up for the Constitution by backing the real conservative for Senator. We can help restore and make stronger those values that make America a blessed nation. Take a minute, check out his website...and make a donation: $20 or $40 or $200 or $400. Every dollar goes a long way right now. One last thing: in the final weeks we need some pullers at the oars – volunteers. Just a couple of hours a week will help. Again sign up on the website and someone will contact you. If you would like to know more about why I love Grandpa Jon and believe so strongly in his platform, let’s talk! Visit:www.jon4senate.com Your friend, Andrea R. (rogersareblessed(at)gmail(dot)com

Couch and Loveseat for Sale

Hey friends! We are trying to sell our leather couch and loveseat.  It is just over a year old and has hardly been used. We paid almost $3500 for it...If you or anyone you know are interested, let me know! Asking $2000 or best offer.  Comes with the extra protection plan. Email me for more info!

crescentmarchant (at)gmail (dot) com.  It has throw pillows with it (not shown in the pictures) and I can throw in some curtains (NOT the ones pictured)  and a big wall clock if that helps seal the deal:))

It's Soup Weather!!!

Finally things are going to start feeling like Fall!! And you know what that means, right? Soup weather.

So why not try out a new soup recipe or whip up one of your fav's and bring it to Susan T's house on Tues. WE are sharing soups at 12pm. The more the merrier.

If you are planning on coming, please email me the recipe before hand. You can cut and paste, type it by hand, take a picture of it. Try and get it to me before Tues. If not, just email it to me soon there after.

Hope to see you there!

In Need of Youth Dance Chaperones

Our ward is responsible for sending 2 chaperones to each youth dance. We have our next stake youth dance next weekend on Saturday the 13th from 7pm-10pm. If any of you are willing and/or wanting to go, please let me know. It could be a fun date night ;) or you can just go by yourself. Thanks! Email me at rdivett at gmail dot com or call me at five zero seven - one six six zero! ~Rochelle

Lunch for ladies without kids at home during the day...

and those who can swing it for a couple hours.  We hve not had one of these lunches in a while, so lets do it on Thursday.  Meet at Sweet Tomatoes at 11:30 for food and chat time.  Please pass the word alond to those who may not use social media much or are new to the ward(s).

Pumpkin Patch Time!

Hey ladies,

Remember, my favorite local non-profit, Galloping Grace Youth Ranch?  Their pumpkin patch starts THIS Saturday!  If you are going to buy pumpkins anyway, please consider buying from them.  They are the nicest people you will ever meet.  Admission to the patch, along with all of the activities for kids there, are FREE.  The only thing you have to pay for is what you buy and take home with you (pumpkins, fall decorations, things from their general store.)  This is their biggest fundraiser and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the ranch to feed horses, take care of the animals, rescue abused horses, and improve the ranch facilities, which then is all used to allow children to ride for free in the summer.  Everyone you will see working at the patch is doing so on a volunteer basis.  

If you have never been there before, it is a blast.  Here's the link to their website with all the info:

http://ggyr.org/pumpkins/

Looking for Java developers

My sister is looking to hire two talented Java developers in Albuquerque, New Mexico - If you know of a great developer please pass along this job description:

http://www.brytestudio.com/careers/

My sister's company will negotiate to relocate someone if they are well qualified. 

Did you love the 80's and 90's? Do you love to dance?

Attend an 80's dance with all your favorite hits from the 80s and early 90s DJed by  Abe S.  It will be held Friday, November 2nd starting at 7:30 in a warehouse located at 5116 Industrial Park Loop in Rio Rancho. This is an adult dance.   Feel free to invite your friends.  Please bring five dollars per couple to cover the cost of drinks and refreshments.

You can follow the fun on Facebook at 80's Retro Dance.  We would love to know who will be attending so we can plan for the amount of refreshments and fun, so please leave an RSVP here or on Facebook.  Put it on your calendars so you don't miss it....It will be totally rad!


If you have any questions contact Muffin M.

Jean Party!

Are you ready for a jean party? Come to my house tomorrow night from 7-10. Try on cute jeans, socialize and eat some yummy treats!

Halloween Carnival Date Change

Hey all!

I need to change the carnival to Oct 13 (my borther's birthday...) because there is a stake Teen Elect activity for the youth on the 20th. So Hopefully that works for you all. I know it is the same weekend as Balloon Festival....but the balloons last all week....we are one day in the afternoon.

Hope to see you there

stef.

Apple recipes

Holy cow! I can't believe I forgot to post these YUMMY apple recipes from the recipe group we had last week.

We had a ton of great apple dishes but here are the recipes that I recieved.

Andrea's Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Applesauce Zucchini Cookies

Kala's Pear or Apple Clafoutis

Bethany's Cheats Apple Pie

Kellie's Cheddar Soup with Granny Smith Apples

Jenny's Apple Cake with Sauce (oh my gosh, these were so good...)

Susan's Caramel Stuffed Apple Cider Cookies

Stef's Apple Cider Stew

Renee Spiced Apple Cake (I am still trying to get this one posted. Will give you the link when I get it figured out.)

Yummy stuff!

Next month we are going for soups. Hope to see you there.

Burns Annual Halloween Carnival

Hello Friends!

It is that time of year again. I love it! Look forward to it every year. Leaves changing, weather changing, love it all!!! With Fall comes our annual Halloween Carnival.

It is going to be Sat. October 13 from 4:30-6:30ish. We are going to do it at the park just north of Walgreen's this year. It's an awesome park with lots of tables and room.

Here's how it works. Everyone is invited. The more the merrier.

We have dinner...I provide hot dogs, buns and homemade root beer. You provide the sides and the desserts. They can be Halloween related or not. We aren't picky.

Every family needs to bring some sort of game/activity/booth to share as well. It is always so fun to see fun games people bring. We have had photo booth, face painting, pumpkin bowling, a cake walk, bobbing for doughnuts, bean bag toss, etc. The possibilities are endless.

 So in order to avoid have duplicate games, it has worked well to have everyone email me and let me know what game you are planning. Also to let me know what you are bringing for potluck (like side, dessert, condiments, main dish, etc) so that we don't have too many of one thing.

It's FUN. It's FREE. It's for the FAMILY! It doesn't get any better than this.  Please email me if you are interested (stef.burns at gmail.com) so we can get this thing started.

Magazines?

Hey guys,

The young women are needing magazine donations for a project.  If you have magazines that you would be willing to donate, please email andrea t, jessica p, effie c, rochelle d, or gretchen k and one of us will come get them from you.  Magazines we need are: Ensign, NewEra, bridal, fashion, ect.  Pretty much anything.  :)

Thank you SO much,
YW Presidency  

Book Club

The ladies' evening book club, will be held this week:

Thursday, Sept 20th
7:30pm
Debbie W's house (Ventana Ward)

We will discuss 29 Gifts by Cami Walker.

All women are welcome to join.  Treats/appetizers/yummy snacks are also welcome.

thanks!
Michelle C.

Craft Fair Opportunity

Hey all you crafty ladies in the neighborhood:

I volunteer for Galloping Grace Youth Ranch (my personal favorite local non-profit organization) and they are hosting a craft fair at their upcoming Pumpkin Patch.  (by the way, if you're new to the area and haven't heard about their pumpkin patch - it is so awesome!!  GREAT place to bring the kiddos.)

If you are interested in setting up a booth at their craft fair, here is the info:

Galloping Grace Youth Ranch Craft Fair Craft Fair Crafters Wanted! Join us at the second annual Galloping Grace Youth Ranch Craft Fair.  This event will run in conjuction with our Pumpkin Patch fundraiser.  Along with the Craft Fair, there will be chainsaw carving, live music, food, and much more.  We expect several thousand people per weekend to be in attendance. Come be part of this amazing fall tradition. Dates:  October 20 - 21 and October 27 - 28 Location:  4349 Irving Blvd. NW 87114 On Irving between Coors and Eagle Ranch Price:  10x10 booth (You must supply your own tent):           $40/one day  $75/two day  $110/3 day   $135/4 day            Table spot:  (You must supply your own table):            $25/one day  $50/two day  $75/3 day   $85/4 day Once you sign up, we will contact you with contract information. **All proceeds benefit Galloping Grace Youth Ranch FOR QUESTIONS CONTACT: Dawn Goodrum at dawngoodrum@ggyr.org LOCATION: Pumpkin Patch at 4349 Irving Blvd. NW I am more than happy to answer questions about the ranch or pumpkin patch.  Let me know if you need more info  michechapman(at)gmail(dot)com.  Otherwise, just use the above contact info to find out about the craft fair. Thanks ladies! Hope to see you and all your kiddos at the pumpkin patch in October.  I'll put up another post about that when I get the publicity from them. -Michelle C. in Ventana Ward

Movie tickets to Paranorman

If you're an avid movie lover like me you may want to go buy some apple juice. Until October 15 if you buy 3 Langers Apple juice bottles and send in your UPC and reciept they will send you are free ticket up to $12. It does say while supplies last so I wouldn't wait. I noticed online it says Smiths have Langers on sale for about $1.65 each. Pretty good deal. Go here for the rebate form. I'll see you at the movies!!!

Apple Recipes

Hello to all you Mahhhhvelous apple chefs. I am going to post all the recipes I recieve on Friday. So if you made something on Tues and would like to share it (there was so much yummy stuff there) could you send it to me by Friday. I will be posting them here. You can send them to stef.burns at gmail.com. Thanks!!

Free Formula

Two free cans of Similac brand formula.  These are the trial size they mail out.  A friend gave them to me and they are new NOT EXPIRED or anything!  

If you would like these, let me know.

Kellie W.
kelliejh (at) yahoo (dot) com

double/triple stroller for sale

I'm ready to down-size my stroller and thought I'd post this for any of you moms who have a few little ones...
For sale:  very nice double/triple stroller. There is an extra slide out seat in the back with a platform for your older child to sit or stand for the ride. Great condition, comes with 2 trays, 2 universal carseat carrier cradles and straps and an extra wheel that was sent to us when the 1st one had a small crack upon shipping arrival. If you're handy you can strip it for parts later on if necessary...

Big Caboose by Joovy-- click on website below for more specs and information.
http://www.joovy.com/p-13-appletree-big-caboose-stand-on-triple-stroller.aspx

Paid $350 for it on Amazon and my kids have outgrown it. Asking $225 OBO. call eight nine nine zero five nine three and ask for Melissa.

Recipe Club: Apples! Apples!

I love Fall!! And it is almost here. Whoot!

This month for recipe group we are using apples.

It can be a new recipe. Something old. A technique you have never used or one you are an expert at. Appliscious is the name, eating it is our game.

This month it will be next Tues, Sept 11 at 12:00pm at Kellie H.'s house...the new one.

Let's try something new, shall we. One of the reasons we have this group is to share recipes...that way you know what the recipe tastes like and can decide if you want to add it to your favorites or quietly hope you never have to taste that again.

If possible, can you send me (stef.burns at gmail.com) your recipe before hand that way I can have it to put on the blog. You can take a picture of the recipe, type it out, send me the link. I am not picky. Just want to be able to share all the yumminess that you have to offer. If you forget to send it before hand, just bring a copy of it to the recipe group. And if you still forget, just send me an email.

Let's share our apple recipes! See ya there!!!

Little girl princess bike and stroller

Miss K has out grown her adorable princess bike. It's in very good condition, only needs air in the tires. I'm asking $40 or best offer.

I also have a very nice stroller that I'd like to sell. This stroller is great for infants because you can turn the seat to face you as you walk and it reclines well. It has other nice features. It's in good condition, besides being dirty, but it's missing a clip on the strap. I'm asking $20 or best offer.

If interested please call, text, or email me at rebecca{dot}pinon{at}gmail{dot}com.

FREE car seat

I have K's old car seat that we no longer need. I bought it shortly after her 1st birthday. It's yours for the taking, provided your willing to wash it; it's pretty dirty! Call, text, or email me if your interested --rebecca{dot}pinon{at}gmail{dot}com.

Thanks!
Becca

Candles?

Anyone want to buy Gold Canyon candles? They are my favorites!

Kobe is selling them for his band fundraiser and I thought I would post it here.

If you want some, let me know. (stef.burns @ gmail.com)

LeapFrog Leapster Games for FREE

A friend gave me some of her boys' old Leapster games, hoping they would fit my boys' new LeapFrog toy, but sadly they don't. So now I have a handful of games that someone can have for FREE if you have the  LeapFrog Leapster toy. Let me know, Rachael B.

rachaelboyle(at)gmail(dot)com

how to easily separate an egg from the white

Did you know you can easily separate an egg from it's white?  The video below (in Chinese, strangely enough) demonstrates it as such:
1) crack your egg and empty everything onto a dish
2) hold an empty plastic water bottle above it, one with a narrow neck.
3) squeeze the bottle gently (like you're crushing it) and then put the lip of the bottle over the yolk
4) release your hand's pressure on the bottle and the air pressure within the bottle will suck up ONLY the yolk.
5) squeeze the bottle over your desired drop location (another dish, the sink, etc.) and the yolk will pop back out of the bottle.  How simple and amazing is that?

This will be my new method of separating eggs.  I'm very impressed!

 http://bbs.wenxuecity.com/cooking/1160651.html

Check it out

For anyone that wants to get our toy for dirt cheap, go bid on it (bidding ends tomorrow) on ebay.  We will refund your shipping fees if you are local.  Seriously guys, go check it out!!! :)   It is currently going for $0.99.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tent-For-Kids-/271041798013?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f1b599f7d#ht_509wt_1141


http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wooden-Building-Block-Set-for-Kids-by-
Buildeez-89-Pieces-made-from-real-wood-/271042588764?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f1b65b05c#ht_500wt_1190

If you can help out, that would be great!

Hey guys!

We invented this cool children's toy and needed some suggestions on how to sell it online, get it recognized by google and on other search engines, and what needs to be done to make it look better/sound better on the website: buildeez.weebly.com.  Also, if you know of a better place to go to design a website, we would like info. on that too.
Any ideas or thoughts would be appreciated.  If anyone has done something like this before and would like to help us out, we would really appreciate it!
email me or call/text:  pickettjess(at)gmail(dot)com or 3six2-four5three6

Tomorrow! Food on a stick

Hey ladies!

Just a quick reminder that Recipe group is at my, Stefanie Burns, house tomorrow at noon. I have a new address but will not be posting it here...because you never know.  But you can call me 898 three two three five, and I will give you my address.

Bring your sticks of food....or at least and empty stick to fill up with yummy food. See ya tomorrow!

I have decided to become a consultant for Shelf Reliance, and I am looking for some people to host parties.  I know there have already been a few, but if there is anyone out there who wants to host one, they are super fun and informative.  Their freeze dried foods are delicious, and I have been building up my food storage and using their foods in my cooking everyday!  Check out www.shelfreliance.com, and let me know if you are interested.  I can help you order some, but if you want to host a party you will earn a good deal of free food.  I just hosted a party and earned over $100 of free food!  Plus a bunch more at 50% off.  You can't beat that deal!  I am super excited to do my first party, so please let me know if you want to be the host for me!  You can email me at carriejelmore{@}gmail{dot}com.

CPR Certification

This may be a shot in the dark, but does anyone do CPR certifications??? I need to renew mine quickly.

Thanks,
Kellie W.
kelliejh (at) yahoo (dot) com

Sunshine Generation!

Does your child like to perform! We sing, dance, act, and build confidence! SUNSHINE GENERATION TIME IS COMING SOON...FIRST CLASS STARTS TUESDAY, SEPT. 4TH It's going to be an exciting year! Tuition is the same great price as last year, $36 a month. This week, flyers will be distributed through the Ventana Ranch Schools, so call or email today to hold a spot for your child. Limited class size. Classes are Tuesdays: First class starts Tuesday, Sept. 4th 4:15-4:55 Sunbeams ages 3-5 5:00-5:50 Sundance ages 6-8 6:00-6:50 Sound Station ages 9-13 Hope to hear from all of you soon! Andrea Rogers (member of Ventana ward) Director of Sunshine Generation of Albuquerque 505-715-2841

Boxes?

Does anyone need boxes? I have them coming out my ears. If you do or know someone who does let me know (stef.burns at gmail.com) and you can have them. Otherwise, I'm getting rid of them Saturday.

Modest Shabby Apple Dress Giveaway

I hate to use this as a plug to my Take It From Me review and giveaway blog, but I was given the opportunity to give away a dress from Shabby Apple.  I love Shabby Apple because their company stays true to modesty with the most gorgeous dresses which all have sleeves and are knee length or longer!  I have been so upset with companies lately who were founded on modest fashions and yet when I look through their catalogs, I see anything and everything far from modesty.  Shabby Apple is a little pricey for my every day purchases, but lucky for me, I get to give one away for FREE! 

So come to my blog and enter through the Rafflecopter form because I would love nothing more than to see one of you walk away with the prize!!

--Kristin W.

Book Club

Hey Ladies,

It's time to discuss The Tale of Despereax by Kate DiCamillo.

Meet in Melissa S's backyard (Volcano Cliffs ward)
at 7:30pm
on Thursday, August 16th

Bring yummy food with you.

Or, at least, bring yourself!  Bring a friend!  With the start of the new school year and many new folks who have moved in over the summer, it would be AWESOME to see some new faces in our group.  If you have never come before, please don't be shy.  We would love to have you.

If you haven't read the book, come anyway!  We discuss lots more than just the book and you can get started on our future reading list.

any questions?  michechapman(at)gmail(dot)com
See you there :)
Michelle C.

Quick and easy spiritual thoughts in the morning...

With school starting back again I thought I'd share this idea with all of you. Hope it helps your family too!

I know the school mornings are crazy, but ideally it would be great to send our kiddos off to school with a little extra gospel strength in their reserve. Since our family reads scriptures in the evening together, I like to have a spiritual thought each morning, but I never have time to plan one.

Here is an idea:

On the front and back cover of the Ensign is usually a beautiful picture and scripture or brief story or history. The Friend also has a picture or two each month and so does the New Era. It is not exact each month, but you get my point.

I tear these out and save them. When I have time, I laminate them to pretty paper and file them away in my "spiritual message" box. (Can you tell I just sat down and laminated a pile that had been staring at for me a while!) Each morning I can conveniently pull one out and use it as our spiritual message in the morning. We talk about it over breakfast.

It takes a few months to gather enough to get started, but you can always go online and print them. Just start stashing them now and you'll realize you have tons very quickly. Once you've gone through them all, go through them again and again!

I love this because:

The pictures are often not common gospel pictures we see regularly, or ever!
I love introducing them to amazing artist, like Carl Bloch, while having a spiritual message.
The stories and pictures reference scriptures, people, or church history.
Kids love pictures, sometimes these stick more than a scripture in the morning.
It is a nice way to build your own gospel library of pictures.
And they are great for FHE
...I could go on!

To add to this collection, collect your handouts from church and other activities and add them to your "spiritual message" box.

Anyway, this is just an idea that makes me excited so I thought I would share.

Recipe Group: Food on a stick

Time to start cookin' again. Okay, so maybe none of you stopped doing that...ahem.

No matter...it's time to start sharing some of your recipes again. If you have never been, come! If you have been, come! KNow someone who would like to come, great. The more the merrier.

August's theme is Food on a Stick. Anything....be creative. Cook it up, bring it and one copy of the recipe to share.

Let's do it Tuesday, Aug 21 at 12pm.

I, Stef, will host it at my new place. Not sure I want to post my address here...and it isn't listed in the ward directory. Email me (stef.burns at gmail.com) and I can send you my address, or call me 898- three two three five.

See ya there!!