DJSowms.com: A dose of randomness
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Poor Sleep and Relationships
It might seems obvious, but poor sleep can mess up your relationships. Here’s an article saying just that.
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Poor Sleep and Relationships
It might seems obvious, but poor sleep can mess up your relationships. Here’s an article saying just that.
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Easy Mac and Cheese
I recently used this recipe for mac and cheese. My older one, who used to love cheese, but has since decided he’s too good to eat it, didn’t event try it. But my younger one devoured both his share and his brother’s. Easy Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe (That Your Kids Will Actually Eat!) I…
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Gulab Jamub
I made gulab jamuns! I got this recipe from Aunty Renuka, a very nice aunty who, among other things, is an awesome cook. Ingredients: 1 cup self rising flour 3 cops milk powder heavy whipping cream that makes 80-90 balls 1) mix ingredients for tight dough 2) make into balls 3) deep fry in low…
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Gulab Jamub
I made gulab jamuns! I got this recipe from Aunty Renuka, a very nice aunty who, among other things, is an awesome cook. Ingredients: 1 cup self rising flour 3 cops milk powder heavy whipping cream that makes 80-90 balls 1) mix ingredients for tight dough 2) make into balls 3) deep fry in low…
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1st Child vs. 2nd Child
Sad but true. Here’s a comic strip about raising 2 kids. Enjoy! https://thestir.cafemom.com/being_a_mom/211299/parenting-comics-first-kid-second
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Eggless Chocolate Chip Mini Cupcakes
My 3.5 year old found a pack of mini-cupcake wrappers in the cabinet and wanted to make cupcakes. I made a deal with him: we can make it and put it in the oven. But then we have to eat breakfast, and we can eat the cupcakes after. Surprisingly, he did it! A quick Google…
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Cosmetics
I don’t talk about makeup very often and I wear it even less. The last few years I’ve been (trying) to be conscientious about which brands I buy. I’d like it to be cruelty-free and generally a good company. Other bonuses (here come the buzzwords) include made in the USA, vegan (or at least vegetarian),…
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Disney Princesses as Villains
Here are some Disney Princesses as villains. The thing I found most interesting is how easy it might have been for some to get there. For example, what if someone came by and “rescued” her from Mother Gothel, before she got to know the truth? She might have snapped. And so forth … (I don’t…
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DC Comic Book Heroes
I was recently reading this article about comic book heroes. This one struck me as particularly funny: Batman power is basically lots of money. On the flip side, it reiterates the point that being a superhero isn’t about powers. It’s about choosing to put yourself in harm’s way to help others. Powers not required, but…
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