My New Favorite Sandwich

Okay, I think this might be my new favorite sandwich!!! Follow the link below for the recipe. It is really easy to make, and the bread I used was Pumpernickel Rye which I lightly toasted in the toaster, maybe 30 seconds. The prep time doesn't take as long as the recipe says.

http://www.cookingchanneltv.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/roast-beef-sandwich-with-watercress-and-horseradish-mayonnaise-recipe/index.html

Another Treasury Honor

The IllusiveSwan

http://www.etsy.com/shop/IllusiveSwan

Luminita

http://www.etsy.com/shop/luminita

retrotreasurehunters

http://www.etsy.com/shop/retrotreasurehunters

OMGoodness, my Sparkling Aqua Blanket/Afghan made it into another treasury! I have to admit, it really is a show stopper.

My Fantasy Christmas in Paris by danceswithflowers (you really need to see this collection)

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cef5dd5dcf56d91c8fba47d/my-fantasy-christmas-in-paris

The pictures above are just a couple of the items that are in the treasury.

danceswithflowers shop

http://www.etsy.com/shop/danceswithflowers

Friends, if you haven't started shopping on etsy, you are really missing out on some truly amazing and unique items and artists!

Quick and Easy Chicken Wrap Sandwich

Here's a great, fast, easy recipe by Giada De Laurentiis that I made tonight...it was really, really good. The title of makes it sound complicated but it's not. The recipe is enough to make 3 large wraps, and believe me, one is very filling! Give it a try and tell me what you think. For the recipe and picture of it go to this link...

http://www.cookingchanneltv.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/rolled-chicken-sandwich-with-arugula-and-parsley-aioli-recipe/index.html

Etsy Treasuries

My Sparkling Aqua Dreams Wool & Mohair Blanket

http://www.etsy.com/listing/62815491/sparkling-aqua-dreams-afghan-blanket

made it into 4 different Treasury Lists!!! This is a HUGE HONOR!!! Please check out their collections at these links...

...Blue Tones_Gift Ideas...

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cfb810856d46d915ce9e3b9/blue-tonesgift-ideas

A Blue Christmas

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cfb0d59b1df8eeff370fcc3/a-blue-christmas

Cozy

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cfaf741f7c68eef7dbae1dd/cozy

Cozy & Cuddly

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cf841d120c36d910c18879b/cozy-cuddly

Let me know what you think of these great treasuries!!!

SimplySarah-Anne Blog Giveaway

Here is the long white lacey scarf that I am giving away at http://www.simplysarahanne.blogspot.com/

Sarah-Anne included 3 of my scarves in her favorite things list back in November and is celebrating her 1 year blogaversary. So check out her blog and sign up to win one of her giveaways.

And I've also listed new items in my esty store, so be sure to check them out here...http://www.etsy.com/shop/MyBluePeacock

Made a Favorites List!

Hey Everyone,


Three of my Etsy scarves made it onto a blog by Sarah-Anne which you can see here... http://www.simplysarahanne.blogspot.com/

And I have a baby blanket w/matching wash clothes, a little girl blanket and one for those of us that still like little girl things! (2 are ready to list on etsy, the last just needs to be laundered), as soon as I get pics of them, I'll post them on here as well.


I've really neglected my blog the past few months but plan to give it more attention in the future. Sign up to be one of my followers (it's free)...let me know what you think of Sarah-Anne's blog.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/39405450/the-abby-long-lacy-winter-white-scarf

http://www.etsy.com/transaction/37900034 SOLD

http://www.etsy.com/listing/39223549/the-melodie-mohair-and-silk-mobius-long

New Puppy

Meet Gus!

Gus was born July 5, 2010. He is an Australian Cattle Dog, also called a Blue Heeler. These photos were taken the day we brought him home, August 26 and he weighed 5#. The car ride home was a real treat, he cried most of the way and pooped on Larry's lap (it was over an hour and we didn't realize some of his crying was because he REALLY had to GO). 1st Lesson learned.

When we lost Duke (which I have been unable to write about so far, but will eventually), the house became too quiet and empty, so to add some excitement, we brought Gus home. Looks innocent and sweet doesn't he? Wellllllllllllll......not so much!



The sweetness lasted about 2 days, then Satan arrived....along with a very small bladder. Yep every 15 minutes, Gus had better go outside and to give him credit he does his business every trip out, just don't forget. #2 lesson learned.

As for your shoes, they better be put away, in a closed closet . #3 lesson learned.

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Puppies need lots of water, but don't give them unlimited access . #4 lesson learned (should have learned this along with #2 lesson).

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Puppies need LOTS of chew toys available, scattered throughout the house, to distract them from wood, metal, fabric or even stone items that they should not chew on. #5 lesson learned.

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When the breeder tells you your puppy needs wormed again in two weeks, WORM YOUR PUPPY IN TWO WEEKS and not a day longer. #6 lesson learned.

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Innocent and sweet looking puppies have extremely sharp, wicked little teeth, that can do much damage, have triple antibiotic ointment and band aides available at all times. #7 lesson learned.

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When going outside, all new puppies should be on a leash until they learn the "come" command (not doing so can result in playing an unscheduled game of chase and/or hide and seek). #8 lesson learned.

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Not all new puppies are timid and playful when meeting new dogs, some can actually be quite aggressive and vicious, so be ready to protect your new little one with your life when meeting new dogs that don't appreciate this type of behavior. #9 lesson learned.

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And #10 lesson learned (though certainly not the last), Books titled "How to Properly Train Your New Puppy" are best purchased BEFORE you bring a new puppy home.