That seems excessive to me. I'd probably answer once and tell them to stop calling me!

Black beans and rice. I've never made black beans from dried beans, so fingers crossed that they're good!

I'm so sorry you're going through this. It is so very difficult. You've gotten lots of good advice above, so I'll only add that this is your (actually your DH's/his brother's) chance to keep MIL safe and to help her not return home. Once she is in the rehab facility, you MUST advocate for more than a week. I'm sure she will not be functioning well enough at that point to be released, so it should be easier to push for more rehab time. Hopefully, this will also give FIL a break, as well as opening his eyes to the break and care that both he and MIL need. Good luck, and hugs to you during this difficult time.

I really like CeraVe PM moisturizer and either CeraVe or Cetaphil cleanser. They're gentle, and the lotion never feels heavy or sticky, but still feels moisturizing. I use it at night and in the morning even though it's the PM formula.

My favorite is a string cheese, cutie orange, and a few almonds. (Eaten together as one snack)

We watched Turn during its first run and really enjoyed it. It just ended not long ago, and I was a bit bummed. That's when I discovered Downton Abbey and also the beauty of watching shows once they're over...when all episodes are right there waiting and I can watch as many as I can in a week, or day. 😆

1 c flour 3/4 c sugar 3/4 c milk 1 1/2 tsp baking powder Dash of salt 2 cans peaches (you can use your one big can and it should be fine) 1 stick butter Cinnamon Mix flour, sugar, milk, baking powder, and salt together. Melt the stick of butter in the baking dish. Then pour in the flour mixture over the butter. Pour in apples. (DON'T STIR!) Then sprinkle more sugar over the top. Sprinkle on some cinnamon. Bake at 350 for 40-45 or until crust is brown. ETA: This is more like a cobbler.

Maybe this one? http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/topic/538553-need-help-from-exercise-guruscallanetics-vs-t-tapp/

I thought this was going to be a thread on where *I* would want to move, so I'm going to answer. 😆 Vermont. However, I don't know where you should move. 😂

Agreeing with several posters above, so I won't repeat them all. But I do want to add that even in this electronic day and age, it is still VERY likely that you will find out about the death of your loved one from a team knocking on your door, especially in the case of a spouse. The Army is very strict on this, as they should be. If it's your spouse, then it's almost certain this is how you'll find out. My DH has (sadly) been on the notification team many, many times and only once did the person already know, and it was a distant relative, not spouse. So yes, if your DH/DW is deployed, it's truly horrifying wondering if someone will knock on your door. For example, I know my MIL was worried when my DH was deployed, but if he had died, *I* would have gotten the knock on the door, whereas she would've found out because I would have been the one to then tell her. Anyway, yes, the knock on the door is definitely real and definitely a major source of fear during deployments. All unexpected knocks made me instantly sick until I got to the door to see who it was. ETA: I've never watched the show. But I can probably answer most questions regarding this topic. :)

+1 :)

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Thank you! Not only does that look lovely, but I didn't know GNC carried oils! I'm in a new town and haven't found a place yet (no Whole Foods, Sprouts, etc), so this is great news. :) I know we have a GNC.

I've actually never tried patchouli, but it does seem like it would be too woodsy for me probably. I don't have basil, but I do have orange!

I really like lemongrass, but when I tried to wear it I felt it was too strong. Maybe I'll try it with a little wintergreen. I'd have to buy some though because I don't have that one. I think I need to try some of these (lavender, lemongrass) NOT neat. I always try dabbing a bit on, feel it's too strong, then get yucked-out by it. 😆

😂 Lavender by itself is too strong for me, but I like it. What could you mix with it to keep it smelling nice, but not strong?

I'm not an EO enthusiast, but I do have quite a few in my collection now and I use them almost exclusively to make my house smell good (diffusing). I get headaches from most synthetic scents, so no more candles, plug-ins, scented lotions, perfumes, etc. for me. So here's my question...I recently got some rollerballs and I'm wondering if anyone has a use for these? I'm really thinking maybe a perfume-y use? I'd love to wear a 'scent' again. Here's what I'd like though 1)I don't want it to be medicinal or woodsy 2) I don't like ylang-ylang or anything with it. Basically, I want to smell like I'm wearing perfume, not weird. 😂 So, what are your rollerball uses? And, what are your favorite perfume-y blends? Thanks!

Not a recipe, but chili freezes really well and doesn't taste pre-frozen. ETA: My 'recipe' is just to follow the directions on the back of the chili kit called 2 Alarm Chili. It comes in a small box in the seasoning aisle. I omit the red pepper and I add a can of kidney beans.

Frustration, worry Events: frequent moves, extended family drama

What's the name of the ones you have? No chance here of making my own...I'm even worried about them being too long of having to do ANY kind of cutting/altering!

LOL We have this going on too...what's the deal with that?!!

We have blinds in the windows, so I was hoping to find some curtains that definitely help darken the room, but not blackout. I don't like dark rooms and really prefer just darker if someone is sleeping late. I was thinking the Ritva look nice. Are these the ones any of you have? They look kind of textured. I don't like smooth and shiny. Of course, I want white which will naturally be less darkening than darker colors if I just get 'normal' (not darkening/lined). But I'm hoping if they're thick enough I won't need a lined curtain, especially since I have blinds that block a little light.

Has anyone tried Ikea curtains? I want cheap, room darkening, and white (or possibly light gray). They have a few styles that look like they could work, other than being way too long. What about sheets? I have a duvet cover and LOVE it. It's the kind of cotton that's a little bit crisp, and cool. I don't like silky soft. I'm wondering if their sheets are like the duvet covers?? Thanks! Oh, and this would be an online purchase. The nearest ikea is 4 hours one way, so I won't be able to see/feel any of this in store.

I'd love to see some really big, gorgeous waterfalls. Any really beautiful, grand, snow capped mountains. I'd like to stand in lots of snow, as I've only been in it up to my ankles/lower legs. Sledding would be nice too. Lighthouses Lots of Mountains that are the absolute perfect fall shades and colors. Glaciers. Whales. There are just so many beautiful things to see in this world, isn't there?!!

We like this chicken and dumplings recipe. It's not exactly soup, but still comfort food and sort of soup-y. http://allrecipes.com/recipe/240587/easy-slow-cooker-chicken-and-dumplings/?lnkid=usspnt