The Power of Ginger... and a few other tips

If you have a cold (or even if you don't) Ginger can be a lifesaver (maybe even literally) Ginger has many health benefits and it's so tasty too! These benefits include: Anti-inflammatory, Immunity boosting, Antiemetic (anti-nausea, morning sickness and motion sickness) Migraine relief, (pain killer) Arthritis relief, (anti-inflammatory) Menstrual cramp relief, Relieve nasal congestion, Slows growth of coli rectal and ovarian cancer, Protects against Alzheimer's disease. Ginger is so easy to add into your diet. Try using it not only in baked goods but stir-fry, marinade, curry and oatmeal. Also as Melissa pointed out you can peel and freeze ginger and then just grate it as needed straight from frozen. When I feel like I'm coming down with something (congestion or stomach) I make up a batch of this ginger honey tea: 4 cups water 4 tbsp. raw honey or more to taste 3-4 tbsp. lemon juice 1 in piece of fresh ginger Thin slice ginger and simmer in the water about 10 mins. Add lemon juice and honey. Strain and enjoy :) I also highly recommend adding an Echinacea/goldenseal supplement, vitamin C and garlic into your daily routine if you feel like you’re coming down with something or are already sick. Goldenseal should only be taken a week at a time and Eucalyptus oil is great for congestion. Remember hand washing is your biggest defense when it comes to protecting yourself during cold and flu season (well anytime really). also it is always a good idea to wash down doorknobs, light switches and faucets with an antibacterial cleaner (my favorite is a bleach/water solution, you can use one part bleach to ten parts water or one tablespoon bleach to one gallon water.) remember to wash your sheets, stuffed animals your kiddos sleep with, and toss or disinfect tooth brushes. I hope this post helps you all through the cold and flu season! Love, Annette :) Ps. all of this information is based on personal research and does not replace professional care.

The Final 15!

Hello again were you waiting on the edge of your seat for my final 15 questions? Well, wait no longer because here they are: 21. Did you sing outloud today and what song? Why yes I did sing outloud today, many songs but the last one was "These Arms of Mine" by the great Otis Redding. If you don't know it please look it up! It's one of my favs. 22. what are 3 things you always have in you fridge? Cheese, real butter and eggs- mostly to cook with I am not a huge fan of eggs (as my friends know I would say they're not my favorite!) Oh and there is always some sort of fresh veggie. 23. Do you have any hobbies? Way too many... Scrapbooking,, card making and crafting. Cooking and canning. DIY and I sew a little. I would love to learn hoe to crochet. 24. Do you collect anything? Yep cookbooks, elephants, salt and pepper shakers and cream and sugar sets (I know I'm like 85 years old! Elvis is .playing on my ipod as I tyoe, don't judge me) 25. Favorite kitchen gadget? Either my kitchenaid mixer or emersion blender. 26. Ninja or Pirate? 100% pirate, hello Captin Jack Sparrow! I've dressed up as a pirate many times 27. Favorite Animal? For some reason I love elephants, I have 19 in my front room alone. 28. Favorite childhood tv show? When I was little I would turn on seasme street and when it was over I would watch (and bust a move to) music videos on MTV (80's kid) 29. Do you have any bad habits? Don't we all... 30. What's your biggest pet peeve? Honestly, when parents don't disipline their misbehaving children because they are in public. 8f your kid is acting like a pill please take care of it. 31. Do you have any celeb crushes? Ummmm how could I not... brad pitt (he only gets better with age and did you see Troy) gerard butler, hugh jackman (but only as wolverine) vin diesel and a new fav. Chris hemsworth (aussies are hot) yeah this list could get long so I'll stop now ;) 32. Favorite celeb style? Gwen Stefani, she rocks! 33. If you could have a superpower what would it be? Well if other people had them too, I would be like rogue and be able to take other people's powers. If not, superman's powers (he's got a ton!) 34. If you could travel antwhere in the world where would you go? Greece, italy, ireland, new zealand and bora bora or fiji. If you were given a million dollars what would you do with it? Give some to worthy causes and buy a farmhouse with 8 grade sheet and farm animals. Oh, and new furniture!!! 2ell thatwasn't so bad... now you know a little more about me and my life! Feel free to ask me more questions and stay tuned for my next post, it will be on citrus infused vinegar :-) Until next time <3 Annette

35 Questions for the New Girl ;-)

Well Hello There! Miss Melissa has graciously allowed me to be a part of her blog! I am so excited to be a part of "A Stitch of Country Time" and share all of my (pinterests) ideas and experiences. I thought as my first post you all should get to know me a little better. So, I googled "questions to get to know someone" and here are 35 that came up: 1. What's your name? Annette Rose 2. Do you have a nickname? Ummm yes, too many... here are a few Nettie, Rosebud, Roses, Ennt and Net-Net. 3. What is your eye color? Green (true green eyes are one of the most uncommon eye colors, the eye doctor techs comment on them every time) 4. Do you have any piercings? Yes. ears and nose 5. Do you have any tatoos? No, there are a few I want to get 6. Do you have any pets? 2 adorable kitties- Sweeney and Lucian What is your favorite: 7. Color? Pink 8. Season? I love the heat of summer but the atmosphere of Fall 9. Food? Asian and mexican (could never just choose one) 10. Drink? Diet cherry coke 11. Music? 80's!!! (I grew up with it) 12. Movie? There are so many but The Labrynth and Dirty Dancing alwaays come to mind. Also, anything by John Hughs (80's kid) 13. How old are you? 29 *sigh* 14. What do you do for a living? Right now I'm looking for work but I am a Certified Nurses Asst 15. Are you on pinterest? Of course! who isn't ??? 16. What is your relationship status? Single, no kiddos (hopefully someday I'll have both) 17. What is the last book you read? The Pulse (a book about the grid going down due to a solar flare, yeah I'm a nerd) 18. What is your favorite holiday? Halloweem-hello, you get to dress-up! I do love Christmas too! 19. Uf you could go back in time what would you tell yourself? Don't eat carbs! 20. What is your dream house? A farmhouse out in the country with a creek, a big garden, Fruit trees, chickens, goats and pigs. Not too far from the ocean... a girl can dream! Well folks, stay tuned for more revealing questions (and answers) next post. I bet you just can't wait for the next 15 questions! well don't worry I'll be back soon <3 A