Recipe - Wicked Chocolate Icing! Feed your chocolate craving...

Feed your chocolate craving by

the mouthful with loads of Wicked Icing!

Spread it on cupcakes, cakes and brownies if you must but if you just need a quick chocolate fix lap it up by the spoonful. Keeping our portion control agenda underwraps, temporarily of course.

Wicked Icing...

- 3 tbls. softened butter
- 3 tbls. cocoa
- 1 tbls. honey
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 1 cup icing sugar

Directions...

Mix dry ingredients together and put aside breifly. Mix liquid ingredients together then stir in the dry ingredients. Mix thouroughly to ensure there are no lumps. Now...Eat!!

p.s. My old time favorite chocolate quick fix is... Dry NesQuik chocolate milk powder with dry, one minute quick oats in a mug with a spoon (3-1 oats to chocolate ratio). I am a Sagittarian, half man half horse. Is this why I eat choco feed?

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Music - Old School; Hedley

You must have known an introduction to some of my favorite music

was coming, right? Don't worry, I'll ease in slowly with...

Old School by Hedley 

Hedley's unique style and voice actually found him in 3rd place on the second season of Canadian Idol back in 2004. Sorry, I wasn't able to find the original music video for this song but the sound on this one is good, just follow their lyrics or mine and sing-a-long rockstar!

Lyrics

Old School - Hedley

Don't believe everything happiness says

Nothing feels better than hiding these days

We bury our fears in the drinks, in these tears

For the days we believed we could fly

Call up your brothers and sisters and friends

We'll go back to the place where the night never ends

We'll remember the fires, the burning car tires

Boy how in the hell did we get here?

So why don't you meet me, down behind our old school

We'll waste away the weekend, with perfect regard for how

Cavalier we used to be, that beautiful insanity

The apathy's surrounding me

Don't close your eyes or we'll fade away

Over and over and over again

We sat down for a minute, grew up into men

Now we're putting out fires and changing car tires

Man, how in hell did we get here

So, why don't you meet me, down behind our old school

We'll waste away the weekend, with perfect regard for how

Cavalier we used to be, that beautiful insanity

The apathy's surrounding me

Don't close your eyes or we'll fade away this time

And we'll never get back what we

Gave away, when we still have that fire in our eyes

Don't believe everything happiness says

Nothings as real as our old reckless ways

When we drank by the fires

The burning car tires

Bad girls and good liars

The dreams we'd conspire

The days we went crazy

The nights wild and hazy

Man how in the hell did we get here

So, why don't you meet me, down behind our old school

We'll waste away the weekend, with perfect regard for how

Cavalier we used to be, that beautiful insanity

The apathy's surrounding me

Don't close your eyes or we'll fade away

Why don't you meet me, down behind our old school

We'll waste away the weekend, with perfect regard for how

Cavalier we used to be, that beautiful insanity

The apathy's surrounding me

Don't close your eyes or we'll fade away

Prank Phone Calls... Do you make em'? or get em'?

A few days ago our telephone rang, my husband answered it...

I watched his face contort, his demeanor change and he began to bellow back into the phone about not having someone's newspaper!? Frustrated he passed the phone to me, I listened... some guy continued to yell and threaten me for stealing his newspaper. His tone of voice was very rude which immediately got me riled up as well...I too began yelling back obscenities into his ear.

But after repeating myself one too many times, which is a huge pet peeve of mine, I realized he kept on saying the same things over and over. It was then I realized we were getting a prank phone call and let them know the jig was up. They immediately hung up the phone. Wow, I haven't had a prank call in so long, in fact I usually made the prank phone calls, as a young punk of course ;)

Once our bit of shock and laughter settled my 'PI' skills came into play... Googled 'you stole my newspaper'...ahhh, YouTube vids appear. I click, and sure enough I was pranked with a soundboard and most likely a couple of teenagers. It really is a hilarious prank that just may get incorporated into my life. Shh, don't tell anyone! Could you imagine doing that to your parents, Mother In Law or friend for kicks, well I can! ;)

Here's the link to a video (lots of swearing, don't like swear words, don't listen) of the exact same prank, only done to someone else. It just gives you an idea of just how hilarious it is from the prankers side, not to encourage mischieve but it is funny, is that wrong?

Kids... don't make prank calls, it's naughty behavior! tee hee 

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Review - Slap Chop...You're Gonna Love my Nuts!!

...who says that!? Ahh, the Slap Chop guru guy of course. That guy who haunts our television sets with endless runs of that irritating sales pitch. And no buddy, I'm not gonna love your nuts!

This product has been sold to probably hundreds of thousands of households, mine not being one of them. It's just an item that doesn't make the cut for me. Then Christmas happened and we received the product as a gift! Hence my story begins...

The chopper made it into our house, then the cupboard and remained there until my daughter wanted to try it out. Her conclusion matched what we pretty much already knew, Blah!! My hubby however, took an interest and thought it may be useful outside of the home. Into the truck it went and then out to the fish hut in the middle of the frozen lake. Bye bye Slap Chop!...later, that same day. I get a phone call from my husband who's in a sad panic. He'd taken his wedding ring off his left hand and put it on his right hand's pinky finger(because his fingers were swollen. Then began chopping up minnows with the chopper. Well, I guess the Slap Chop got very slippery and with the force needed to actually chop it somehow managed to bounce up, over and off of his wedding ring. The force was enough to knock the ring off of his finger and it plunked right down the hole straight to the bottom of lake!!!!! Bye bye wedding ring! Wtf!!

Later that same day...when my hubby told his Mom (the lady who gave us the gift) what had happened, she immediately pulled off her wedding ring and gave it to him, without even a second thought nor him having to finish the story. To me, that was the sweetest, most selfless act which neither of us expected. Hugs, Mom! We still hate the Slap Chop though! ;)

This woman from Consumer's Report isn't too fond either...

I really wished the whole scenario didn't happen but alas, it just wasn't our day. If you want to tempt your own fate or simply try your own luck with this gadget, get your Slap Chop here! I'd shoot for the cutting board and knife set or the food processor for personal use and for gift giving purposes.  

                               

Movie Review - The Time Traveler's Wife

Welcome to What Wrinkles? Movie Review

Some movies are worth the watch while others fall flat and disappoint. Here's what I think about ...

The Time Traveler's Wife
Movie Review... 3.5 out of 5!
Romance - Released in 2010
Starring - Eric Bana, Rachel McAdams, Ron Livingston

The Time Traveler's Wife is an interesting and unimaginable love story that reflects how time strengthens and tests the bonds of love felt between two people.

...Rachel McAdams is awesome as usual (huge fan here!) and her co-star Eric is not hard on the eyes ;) This movie is definetly worth the watch but in the end I felt like I needed / wanted more. One square of tissue for this one, as for a Part 2? I'd watch it. 

Movie Review - Valentine's Day

Welcome to What Wrinkles? Movie Review

Some movies are worth the watch while others fall flat and disappoint. Here's what I think about ...

Valentine's Day

Movie Review... 2.5 out of 5!
Romantic Comedy - Released in 2010
Starring - Jessica Alba, Kathy Bates, Jessica Biel, Bradley Cooper, Eric Dane, Patrick Dempsey, Hector Elizondo, Jamie Foxx, Jennifer Garner, Topher Grace, Anne Hathaway, Carter Jenkins, Ashton Kutcher, Queen Latifah, Taylor Lautner, Julia Roberts, Shirley Maclaine, George Lopez and Taylor Swift!..

Valentine's Day is a movie based around...Valentine's Day! and shows how romance, love and entanglements effect people of all ages including, families, friends, lovers and strangers. 
 
...this movie brought together some of my favorite stars but in the end squeezed from me only a few smiles and but one square of tissue. There were so many characters and stories going on that it was hard to attach myself to most of the characters. For a romantic chic flick, the beginning of Valentine's Day offered promise (like in real life, how ironic) but in the end, Valentine's Day fell flat (like in real life, how ironic ;)

Estimated release date Valentine's Day on Video - June 2010

Corey Haim has Passed Away

Canadian actor Corey Ian Haim passed away today Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at the age of just 38 years old. I remember him fondly from the eighties a) because he starred in two of my favorite movies, Lucas and The Lost Boys and b) he was such a total cutie!

Rest in peace Corey, you will be missed...              

             

Are Pet Peeves & Insanity Linked?

Pet peeves and insanity are linked, at least in this household!...and it doesn't matter how many times I inhale deeply, find my happy place or count to ten, some things just make me want to blow a nut! Ironically enough most of my peeves are generated by those I love the most, go figure.

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- What's with saying you're going to do something, then not doing it?!

- Then, finally doing it and it's done in a half ass manner?!

- What's with leaving a trail of personal crap around the house?!

- You won't be needing a trail to find your way out Toots, I'll help you find your way ;)!

- And since when did a covered clothes hamper become like rocket science, seriously lift the lid?!

- While I'm at it... if the milk is empty, don't put it bag in the fridge!

Ahhhh, thanks for letting me gripe. If you have a pet peeve or two or ten, I'd love to hear them so please feel free to share them here by leaving a comment.   
                                                                               

Cheers, thanks for the visit!

...apparently we aren't the only ones with 'pet peeves'..

202 Pets' Peeves: Cats and Dogs Speak Out on Pesky Human Behavior            

Oscar Night...Not my Thing!

I've never been into watching awards shows of any kind except with athletic sports such as the Vancouver 2010 Olympics. The Oscar's just don't do it for me and I'm wondering if I'm the only one?

Sure it's nice to see the stars all dolled up in designer wear but seriously those outfits are just one of many that most of them already have or have access to. I don't see what the big deal is unless you are the designer of the gown being worn. I liked J-Lo's dress but didn't care for Clooney's hair, neither was  reason for me to stay tuned!

Off to the Amazing Race I went. Lucky thing for Jordan and Jeff that it wasn't an elimination round!

Beautify with Maple Syrup

Eat, drink and drizzle nature's candy...

With sprng in the air and warm sunshine on the horizon I'm reminded of a few ideas to beautify and enhance that derive naturally from within the Maple tree. Behind the crusted exterior of this beautiful specimen runs a substance known as sap which is essentially the lifeforce of the tree. When ingested or used topically, either in it's pure form or as Maple Syrup, one can obtain both beauty and health benefits.

The sap in it's natural state is a pure, clear liquid that resembles water and can be drank as such if it's very fresh and strained. During 'Operation Maple Syrup' my spouse took quite a liking to drinking the sap as it was collected from the two tapped trees we had in our yard. Every day we'd go outside and return with just half of what was actually in the pail! He claimed to love the taste and said that he felt energized as though he was taking in the strength of the tree... personally, I had a few mouthfuls and felt the tasteless beverage was better suited as syrup.

Maple Syrup is tree sap that has been boiled down and concentrated. Most use it on pancakes and waffles as a sweat treat during breakfast but it does have health benefits too. Pure maple syrup is considered an anti-oxidant which benefits your immune system and is also the perfect natural sweetner. The mineral Zinc and Manganese are also found which can benefit our health and possibly  bump up your sex life!

Remember, I am not a doctor (nor a beautician).

Do your own research but most importantly, ask your doctor silly!

For beauty...

Hair - Maple Syrup has qualities that leave hair full of lustre and shine while leaving a hint of maple scent that lingers all day long. Apply syrup to your hair when dry (2 cups for medium length hair). Then wrap your head securely with plastic wrap for 1/2 hour. Rinse away with hot water, shampoo, condition, dry and style as usual.

This is a very sticky process best done in the head hanging over tub while naked pose. Having the wrap removed from the box with a starter strip pulled out will help.


Face - The anti-oxidant qualities in Maple Syrup assist in retaining moisture and leaving skin feeling soft, clean and firm but not crackin' tight. In a bowl mix together a small amount of fine oatmeal, milk and maple syrup, as though you are making edible oatmeal. Gently massage the mixture into your skin. Rinse clean with warm water then eat the remaining portion, if you made too much ;)

My first attempt was with quick oats but the chunks we're too big. My second attempt I used the meat tenderizer and whacked them under a clean towel. Much better but a little messy.


p.s. Maple Tree's improve with age, much like us!

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