GO FIGURE !

I was driving to CURVES today, and on my way I was talking to God about how un disciplined I am at exercise, and this weight thing has gotten me down. Then I was thinking how today I told a neighbor who was laboring over a situation just how BIG GOD really is. I also had told my daughter the same thing on Monday. So, I said well, Sharon if you really believe what you say you need to act on it. So, I said to GOD, Since you are bigger than any minuet thing on this earth, my undisciplined, the other areas of my life, you can have them, and I won't fret about them any more.
Well, I walked into CURVES and the woman behind the desk said " We need people", I'm thinking a contest or something and I ask her what she meant. She said they were hiring and did I still have my application on file, I said I hadn't filled out an application, so she gave me one. I hesitated because I didn't have my glasses with me. (Dang, those 54 year old eyes!) Anyway, I went ahead and filled it out and was into my workout. Half way through the manager/owner *happened* to come in, short story long, she interviewed me and hired me on the spot!
Go Figure!!!!!Most of you know that I was flat-out burnt-out on doing hair. I still wanted a little cash in my pocket but the thought of being a hairstylist one more day was like ewww, ick, and I can't do this any more.
So, point being GOD is BIGGER......... Not only did I get a JOB that is part time ( a little cash) it's at CURVES (where I will feel accountable for my workouts, and my weight loss) Again, Go Figure!

"Call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver thee." Psalm 50:15

HE is a BIG GOD

Recipe from Michael Chiarello- Food Channel

I haven't blogged for a bit, so I thought I put a great recipe here for all to try. It is really good!
When I made it I used canned tomatoes with garlic, and basil, make sure you drain them.
I also modified it by cutting the recipe in half, very doable.
We had a great weekend doing NADA. We did go to an art musuem it was small but very nice fine art on display.
God Bless Everyone,
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Tuscan Shrimp with White Beans
Recipe courtesy Michael Chiarello


Recipe Summary
Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
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3 cups canned Cannelloni white beans
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
16 large shrimp, peeled (tail left on) and deveined
4 cloves garlic, sliced
1 small serrano chile, thinly sliced or 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
1 cup peeled, seeded and diced fresh tomato, canned or fresh
1 cup whole basil leaves
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons Italian flat-leaf parsley, chopped
Best-quality extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Drain the beans over a bowl and reserve the liquid. Put the white beans in a large skillet with just enough of their liquid to moisten them. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and bring the beans to a low simmer. Keep them warm while you prepare the shrimp.
Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and cook for about 1 minute, tossing frequently. Remove the shrimp with tongs to a bowl. Add the garlic to the pan and saute until the garlic browns. Add the serrano chile or chili flakes and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomato and basil and stir briefly, then add the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 1 minute, and then stir in the shrimp. Toss well and cook briefly to reheat the shrimp. Remove the shrimp mixture to a plate and sprinkle with parsley.
Spoon the white beans on a platter or individual plates. Drizzle them with the best olive oil you have, and then top with the shrimp. Serve warm.