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Mr. Babs and I snuck in a little quality time down in Florida before the rest of Mr. Babs’ family arrived for our annual sibling reunion. We thought it would be fun to take you along and share what a day in the life on vacation looks like for us #dayinthelife #florida #vacation
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·2d ago Replying to @Amanda Kelley110 THE BABS BARF BASKET! Perfect for those who are struggling with the stomach flu. Sandwich a glow stick between two garbage bags and place around a laundry basket. Put it near their bed (this works like a charm), especially at night. #sick #stomachbug
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·2d ago These chocolate covered strawberry jello shots are a little sweet, a little boozy, and perfect for Valentine’s Day! Let’s make them together 🍓🍫
INGREDIENTS 3 (16-oz.) containers of large strawberries 1 cup dark chocolate chips 1 cup white chocolate chips 2 tsp. refined coconut oil, divided 1 packet plain gelatin 1 cup boiling water 1 cup vanilla vodka To prepare the strawberries, slice off a piece of the side of each washed strawberry. Place strawberries in a cupcake/muffin tin to keep steady. You may need to fold paper towels to keep them steady until the gelatin congeals after you fill them. Use a small spoon to scoop out the middle section of your strawberry to make a little cup. A small spoon or small melon baller works wonderfully for this job. Combine one cup of boiling water with a pack of plain gelatin. Stir until no clumps appear. Add one cup of vanilla vodka to the gelatin mixture and stir to combine. Fill each strawberry with the vodka gelatin mixture (I use a teaspoon to fill them) and place the muffin tin in the refrigerator to allow the gelatin to congeal. This will take 2-3 hours. Add white chocolate chips to a bowl, and do the same for the dark chocolate chips. Add one teaspoon of coconut oil to each bowl. Heat each bowl in the microwave for 30-second intervals until melted, stirring in between each interval. It should take about 60 seconds total for each. Once the chocolate is melted, dip each strawberry into the chocolate and place it on wax or parchment paper. Then, put the tray in the fridge to cool and set the chocolate. Keep in the fridge until ready to serve! #valentinesday #chocolatecoveredstrawberries #jelloshots
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·1w ago I could use your help! The one thing we're unsure of is the great room's stain. Should we stain it closer to the stair color (a bit darker, not as warm), paint it cream, or leave it? I think it's finally safe to say we have a month left until the Basket House is ready This was my first renovation, and I've learned so much. What do you think so far? Our biggest goal was to keep that 1800's charm. Also, to clarify we are putting built-in pull out beds in the loft area for my older grandkids #baskethouse #thebaskethouse
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·2-6Keep track of your paint colors the easy way — write the name on the back of your switch plate in each room. No more guessing! Plus, if you're going to sell your house, the new homeowners will thank you for this one. If you are saving paint just for the name of it, this is the perfect way to dispose of it (and declutter your space!). How to dispose of your paint: Oil-Based: never pour it down the drain, instead, bring it to a local hazardous waste disposal site Water-Based: you can let it dry out completely if there is a small amount of paint left (once dry, you can throw it in your regular trash)...if you have a lot of paint left, take it to a hazardous waste disposal site if no longer needed. BABS TIP: if you have a large amount of one color, donate it to a local school or community center! #paintcolors #home
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·2-5Every meal is a major decision when you’re on vacation 🥹 #vacation #whatsfordinner
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·1-30Feeling sick? Here are three things MY Mom would do to make us feel better back in the 1950’s and now, I am sharing them with you! First, she would make a nice bowl of Pastina. Here’s how she would make it: INGREDIENTS ¾ c dry pastina (you can use any small pasta, I use Acini di Pepe) 3 c chicken broth 2 tbsp salted butter ½ cup grated parmesan cheese. INSTRUCTIONS Boil your chicken broth, add the pastina and then salted butter. Bring to a simmer and after about 9 minutes your pastina will be ready to serve, just add your parmesan cheese! Second, she would make a mustard plaster. Slowly add water to 1 part water and 1 part dry mustard. Spread the paste onto a soft cloth (can be an old t-shirt or any old cloth). Fold the cloth in half and then apply it to your chest and/or back for up to 15 minutes. Remove the plaster and wash the area with warm water. *You can apply Olive Oil or Coconut Oil to the area where you apply the cloth to avoid burns Third, she always told us to gargle with salt water if we had a scratchy throat. All you need is 1 tsp of salt in a cup of warm water (let it dissolve), and gargle away! XO, Babs
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·1-30My daughter’s family got hit hard with the stomach bug. Here's how to manage the vomit #1 If you’ve been exposed to the bug, cut off all red foods—red stains! Stick to bland foods. #2 Babs Barf Basket - Sandwich a glow stick between two garbage bags and place around a laundry basket. Put it near their bed (this works like a charm), especially at night #3 If they do miss…here’s how you get the vomit out of upholstery and rugs: Remove all excess vomit before cleaning. Sprinkle enough baking soda to cover the impacted area and let it sit for at least 20-30 minutes. Vacuum the baking soda up. Then, with a mixture of: - ¼ tsp dish soap - 1 tbsp white vinegar - 1 cup warm water Blot the stain and then sponge any excess residue away with cold water Save this for the next time the bug hits 🤢 #stomachbug
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·1-28Dont be the one with the stinky house 🫶 come join the Babs community getting you one step closer to being your fullest self #cleantok
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·1-26This is your sign to clean your dishwasher and washing machine filters! #cleantok #appliances
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·1-24🍒 BABS BOOZY CHERRIES 🍒 Soaked in rum, dipped in chocolate, and ready to elevate your New Years Eve party! Sweet, boozy, and oh-so-irresistible, you won’t be able to have just one… INGREDIENTS: Maraschino Cherries Spiced Rum Candy Melts Glitter Sprinkles INSTRUCTIONS: Drain your cherries and cover with some spiced rum (you could even use bourbon). Refrigerate for at least four hours. For extra boozy cherries, you can leave them in the fridge overnight. When the cherries are done marinating in the spiced rum, remove the cherries and let them dry on a paper towel. Microwave your candy melts (you can use milk chocolate or dark), and make sure you melt in 30 second intervals. The chocolate should be ready in about a minute and a half. Dip each cherry by its stem in the chocolate, and immediately decorate with sprinkles. Happy New Year! 🥂 #newyearseve
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·2024-12-31🍸FIGITINI🍸 If you’re looking for the perfect holiday drink, this fig martini is it! With a hint of sweetness and a whole lot of holiday cheer, this recipe makes two delicious martinis. And here’s the best part: you can batch up to six martinis in a 750ml liquor bottle ahead of time. Just pour your drinks into the empty liquor bottle, pop it in the freezer, and you’re ready to serve whenever the festivities begin. Cheers to making spirits bright! 🍸✨ INGREDIENTS (for two martinis): 4 oz gin 2 oz Cointreau 2 heaping tbsp fig preserves 1 oz lime juice Splash of maple syrup (1/2 oz) INSTRUCTIONS: Chill your glasses as you’re preparing your drinks, and then when ready to serve, pour your martini into your frosty glasses! Combine all ingredients into your shaker and shake away (for about 15 seconds). Optional: garnish with a fresh fig and a sprig of rosemary. And of course, enjoy! #holiday #martini
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·2024-12-19I have been making this cheeseball for over 40 years. It is a mainstay in my cookbook Celebrate with Babs. At Christmastime, instead of rolling the cheeseball in pecans, I roll the cheeseball in pomegranate seeds. I add a simple Rolo and a bow! The effect is show-stopping and always makes a splash on the Christmas appetizer spread. 2 (8oz) pkgs cream cheese, softened 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese 1 tbsp finely chopped pimentos 1 tbsp finely chopped green pepper 1 tbsp finely chopped yellow onion ½ chopped pecans (optional) 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp lemon juice Dash of cayenne pepper Dash of salt Seeds from 1-2 pomegranates 1 Rolo and Bow for ornament topper Crackers to serve In the bowl of a stand mixer (you can use a hand mixer, food processor or do this by hand) fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together cream cheese and cheddar cheese until well blended. Add pimentos, green pepper, onion, pecans, (optional) Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, cayenne, and salt until well combined. Wrap the ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about one hour or until chilled. Once chilled, shape it into a ball. Roll the ball in pomegranate seeds until well covered. Top cheeseball with Rolo and bow. Serve with crackers. Enjoy! #merrychristmas #christmas
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