Tag: Family

Posted in Enders Island, Fitness, Mystic CT, No Excuses, Southeastern Region of CT, Sunday Morning, Walking Places

How one of my favorite Local places . . . That brings me Peace~

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This island is a very spiritual place – right when you are on the bridge walking onto the island, you can feel a sense of Peace that comes over you . . . I have said to myself a couple of times crossing that bridge, “soon I am going to feel the Grace of God”. I’m not a religious person . . . but I am a Spiritual person – I can tell you when you are walking around this island if you listen – no iPhone – no music – no talking – JUST LISTEN you can hear that Grace of God.

 

Peace & Harmony ~ Cheryl

Would you like to find some “Me Time” by having a life more Organized? If you’d like to schedule a 30+ minute consultation with me to learn how a Home Concierge can help you find you time to do what’s most important. Call me (860)961.6824 or Email me: cchomeconcierge@gmail.com

Posted in Professional Organizer, self employed, Shop Small Business, Southeastern Region of CT, women business owners

Give The Gift of Harmony This Christmas

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Merry Christmas! (2)               

I have Gift Certificates Available.

I have gift certificates in $20, $40, $60. $80, and $100 value.

Shop Local * Shop Small Business

Peace & Harmony ~ Cheryl

Posted in Crafts, Dollar Tree, Friskars, Goodwill Norwich CT, Party Planning

You Can Effortlessly Make All 5 Projects in Less Than 48 Hours

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I am not kidding . . . I have been hanging out on this site – I have found some great gift, sewing, craft ideas along with tools that can save you some time while creating.

I posted a few projects, if you have TIME – check out www2.friskars.com!

House Number Planter Boxhouse-number-planter-box-display-09  – http://www2.fiskars.com/Ideas-and-How-Tos/Crafting-and-Sewing/Home-Decorating/house-number-planter-box

 

Home Organization Ideas – http://www2.fiskars.com/Ideas-and-How-Tos/Crafting-and-Sewing/Organizing/Home-Office-Organizaion-Ideas

 

Hosting a Brunch Party – http://www2.fiskars.com/Ideas-and-How-Tos/Crafting-and-Sewing/Gift-Making/brunch-party

 

Holiday Gifts for Teachers – http://www2.fiskars.com/Ideas-and-How-Tos/Crafting-and-Sewing/Gift-Making/Holiday-Gifts-for-Teachers

 

Natural Gift Wrap Natural-inspired gift wrap– http://www2.fiskars.com/Ideas-and-How-Tos/Crafting-and-Sewing/Gift-Making/Upcycle-Natural-Gift-Wrap

Peace & Harmony ~ Cheryl

Would you like to find an Organized Space for your projects? If you’d like to schedule a 30+ minute consultation with me to learn how a Home Concierge can help you find a space within your home to create – Call me: (860)961.6824 or Email me: cchomeconcierge@gmail.com.

Posted in Cooking, Gluten-Free, Holiday decorating, meal planning, Nutrition, pumpkin spice

Gluten-Free Eating. . .

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Pumpkin Riccota LasagnaPumpkin Ricotta lasagna

Recipe by Lori Hirsch Stokoe – Found On: glutenfreeliving.com

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup fresh sage leaves, chopped, plus more whole leaves for garnish
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 15 ounces ricotta
  • 10 ounces pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • Béchamel Sauce aka White Sauce
  • 4 tablespoon butter
  • 4 tablespoon gluten-free flour
  • 2½ cup milk, warmed
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste

lasagna
INSTRUCTIONS
  1. First, prepare the Pumpkin Ricotta Mixture: Fry the sage in butter until crisp. Remove to paper towel. Then combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  2. Next, make the Béchamel Sauce aka White Sauce: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk to cook the flour, about 2 minutes. Slowly add the milk and continue to stir. Bring to barely a boil then immediately turn down the heat. Cook, whisking until thickened for about 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Season with nutmeg, salt and pepper.
  3. Spread ½ cup of the White Sauce over the bottom of a greased 8-inch-square (2-quart) baking dish. Place 2 sheets of no-boil lasagna noodles atop the sauce in a single layer.
  4. Top lasagna noodles with a third of the ricotta mixture. Layer with a quarter of the mozzarella. Then top with a third of the remaining White Sauce. Top sauce with 2 more sheets of lasagna noodles to build the second and third layers the same way.
  5. For the top layer, place last 2 sheets of lasagna over the White Sauce. Top with remaining mozzarella.
  6. Bake at 375° F for 35 minutes, covered with foil. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes, until the lasagna is bubbling hot and the top is browning. Remove from the oven and let sit at least 10 minutes before cutting. Garnish with fried whole sage leaves.

https://www.glutenfreeliving.com/ – I live on this website!

I live gluten-free, I am a #Hashi (Hashimoto autoimmune disease) I was diagnosed in 2014 – I have been living gluten-free since then. I went from a size 16 to size 6 / 200 Lbs to 130Lbs – My overall physical and mental health taking a more positive turnaround is priceless. If you would like help to start living a gluten-free life, contact me via email (cchomeconcierge@gmail.com) and I will try to answer any questions you may have or I will find the answer.

Peace & Harmony ~ Cheryl

 

Posted in Clutter Coach, Concierge, Goals, Home organizing, mindfulness, women business owners

Motivational Monday Music

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Enjoy this music – to help you go through all those emails, setting up goals to finish those projects this week. Remember to breathe this week – take time for yourself, even if it’s just 15-30 minutes – do something for YOU! Have a great week!

You are never alone . . .

 

 

Peace & Harmony ~ Cheryl

Would you like to get Organized? If you’d like to schedule a 30+ minute consultation with me to learn how a Home Concierge can help you get organized – Call me: (860)961.6824 or Email me: cchomeconcierge@gmail.com

Posted in Military, Navy Family, southeastern ct, Veterans Day

Home of the Free. . .Because of the Brave

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Mom and Dad

Thank you Dad for your Service – My father served in the United States Navy and also serve as a Color Guard during the John F. Kennedy Presidency – 1962.

Thank you to ALL that have and currently are serving our country to keep us safe

Peace & Harmony ~ Cheryl

Posted in Military, Navy Family, southeastern ct, Veterans Day

Today I Salute The Warriors Left Behind

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I am posting this VERY early draft of the pictures my Mom and I have collected from the Navy Housings we lived in. First, I Salute the Men & Women that stand on that wall for ALL of us – never asking why. I wanted to also salute the ones that are left behind – The Moms and Kids – we served, we did our part. Our Moms kept the house running smooth, food on the table, clean clothes on our backs, and great memories to carry us through the tough times. They were our Warriors . . . I Salute You

These pictures are from Dolphin Gardens – Navy Housing in Groton CT 1976 – 1982

 

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Posted in mindfulness, Renewal, Sunday Morning, women business owners, Writers

Sunday Morning Music

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Enjoy . . . Have a Blessed Sunday!

Peace & Harmony ~ Cheryl

Posted in cleaning, Concierge, Home Concierge, Home organizing, southeastern ct

6 Benefits to Hiring a Professional Cleaning Service

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Foyer with clock

  1. Cleaning done on the schedule you want – Hiring a professional cleaning service allow YOU to set the schedule you want to have the home cleaned on a consistent basis. No more of waiting to “get around” to doing those chores yourself.
  2. Professional cleaners have the experience to do the cleaning Right – One of the biggest benefits of having a professional cleaning service caring for your home is their ability to use the best products and techniques to get the job done right. You will not have to purchase a wide range of products that may or may not do a good job. Professional cleaning services know what works and will provide the appropriate products for your home’s needs.
  3. More time to do what matters most to you – If you want more time to spend with family, having a professional cleaning service for your home will allow you to enjoy experiences and make new memories. If you want a little time for your own pursuits, having a professional cleaning service will free up the time you need to spend on hobbies, classes, educational pursuits or volunteering.
  4. Less fatigue – If you are like most families today, keeping up with the demands of work, children, and your adult parents you are exhausted. A professional cleaning service will allow you to get a little more rest so you can enjoy your time off with family and friends, instead of spending your energy on cleaning the home.
  5. Consistent results – Professional Home Cleaners will ensure that your home is sparkling clean, week after week, regardless of the other events that are going on in your life. Your home will be cleaned consistently and will be ready for company, unscheduled guests or those other spur-of-the-moment events and activities, regardless of how busy the rest of your life is.
  6. Healthy home – A professional cleaning service can help alleviate allergies, do you know that 50% of the population in America have some various type of allergies? allergies to dust is the most common allergy.

Consider the many benefits of having a professional cleaning service, and you will soon see why so many people now contract their home cleaning tasks to others, so they can spend more time and energy on more enjoyable activities.

Would you like to get home clean and healthy? If you’d like to schedule a 30 minute free estimate and consultation with me and learn how a professional cleaner can help you get your home clean and give you more time for yourself. Call me (860)961.6824 or Email me: cchomeconcierge@gmail.com

Peace & Harmony ~ Cheryl