“Apple Cinnamon Muffin”
Recipe of the Day
Name: Apple Cinnamon Muffin
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total Prep: 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour + 2 teaspoons, divided
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon + 1/2 teaspoon, divided
2 cups diced apples
divided
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/4 cups whole or 2% milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Heat oven to 375°F with rack placed in the center of the oven. Line muffin tin with 12 paper liners or coat with cooking spray, butter or oil.
Toss apple pieces, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and 2 teaspoons of flour in a small bowl and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix milk, oil, egg, and vanilla.
Gradually add liquid mixture to the dry mixture, stirring until just incorporated. Fold in the apple mixture.
Fill muffin cups about 1/3 full with the batter.
Bake 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes clean.
Enjoy!
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“THANKS to ALL that DO and DID SERVE”
“Freedom for EVER – Thanks to THOSE that SERVED”
“Honor to the Soldier, and Sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his country’s cause. Honor also to the citizen who cares for his brother in the field, and serves, as he best can, the same cause.” – Abraham Lincoln
This is my Dad, Denny McClarren while being stationed in the Philippines and the PHOTO on the left – I found in his wallet after he had died – just goes to show the wear and tear on PHOTOS – and am glad to have found it – in any condition.
On the left is my brother, Denny, Jr .with his “Million Dollar” smile – and this PHOTO was taken in the 1950’s …
while home on leave and sharing with me – some good eats while talking.
This Photo of my brother, Tommy
on the right…
is the only one that I have of him in Uniform – and… it is a terrific PHOTO – just goes to show that “TOM” likes to go up into the “Airplane” – and… because he was then taught – just exactly … how to “FALL” out of a perfectly good AIR Plane, all while serving his Country, too!
And … on this extra special day to remember all of our Service Men and Women… just have to include some PHOTOS of my son, Lee Aldrich Jr. and he is in the NAVY.
Adding… just this one extra special PHOTO memory of Lee, Jr. when on leave from the NAVY – for the HOLIDAYS – only wish, this Photo would have been in color.
But, when it comes to the HOLIDAYS – the smile is the best color you can get – just this special “NAVY MAN” – smiling all the way HOME!!
Thank YOU, Almighty Yahweh for your protection for all of our young people, that will serve their County, AMERICA – and for the “FREEDOM” that we all share, with our neighbors, forever! D.V.
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“NATIONAL ARABIAN HORSE DAY”
Arabian horses fill their owners with a passion equal to what they hold for loved family members. So, every day to them is National Arabian Horse Day. However, on February 19, the Arabian horse is recognized as one of the most popular breeds in the world.
When asking the question, “What horse breed most exemplifies beauty, grace, stamina, athletic ability, adaptability, pride, refinement, versatility, and emotional connections with its human counterpart,” the Arabian horse tops the list. From the backyard family member to Champion show horse, the Arabian horse fits every capacity a person can imagine. Their unique history and distinctive head shape also make them one of the most easily recognizable horse breeds.
Arabian Horse History
The origins of the oldest purebred Arabian horse in the world date back thousands of years to the Arabian Peninsula. The Bedouins, tribesmen of Arabia, are believed to be the first to domesticate the Arabian horse, forming a harmonious relationship in times of both peace and war, a horse that is good-natured, quick to learn, and willing to please, while also exhibiting supreme endurance and speed. A symbol of military might, cavalry needs led to the spread of the breed around the world. Still, today, the Arabian horse retains all these desired qualities that made it so coveted. The Arabian is also the foundation for many other familiar breeds such as the Thoroughbred, Quarter Horse, Morgan, and American Saddlebred.
Arabian Horse Facts
- Beyond its unique beauty and athletic traits, the Arabian is also known for bonding with humans and its loyal disposition.
- Noted for its distinctive features, enthusiasts immediately recognize the Arabian’s dished face and high tail. Other notable features include wide-set eyes, large nostrils, an arched neck, and an easy stride.
- There are over one million Arabian horses in 62 countries, with the U.S. having more than half.
- The average lifespan of Arabian horses is 25-30 years.
- Notable Arabian horse owners include Napoleon Bonaparte, George Washington, Wayne Newton, Patrick Swayze, and Shania Twain.
The Arabian horse has endured for thousands of years. That’s just one reason why they are so loved and admired. They are also loyal companions to young and old. Arabian horses also offer endless opportunities to be active and meet new people. Anyone can have one in their life.
HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalArabianHorseDay
Celebrate your love of the Arabian horse on National Arabian Horse Day.
- Celebrate the day with The Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show, where the Arabian horse, breeders, competitors, and enthusiasts can appreciate all the breed’s magnificent qualities.
- Attend a competition to experience the qualities of the Arabian horse in action.
- Get involved! Join or attend your local affiliate club to learn more about Arabian horses. Visit arabianhorses.org for more information.
- Visit a local Arabian horse farm near you. Go to experiencearabianhorses.com/farm-finder to learn more.
- Share your experience and knowledge of the Arabian horse with others.
Experience the Arabian horse and use #NationalArabianHorseDay to share on social media.
NATIONAL ARABIAN HORSE DAY HISTORY
Founded in 2021 by the Arabian Horse Association of Arizona (a non-profit organization), National Arabian Horse Day seeks to introduce and educate the world on the benefits of having an Arabian horse in your life, thus ensuring the breed’s longevity.
The Registrar at National Day Calendar proclaimed National Arabian Horse Day in 2022.
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“NATIONAL DRINK WINE DAY”
While February 18th is observed annually as National Drink Wine Day, it would be a shame to celebrate only one day a year. Perhaps this day is just a reminder to drink wine.
Wine does have its benefits after all. Moderate drinkers of wine have lower risks of liver disease, type II diabetes, certain kinds of cancers, heart attack, and stroke. It also can reduce the bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase the good (HDL).
Drinking wine includes other benefits as well. When paired with the right meal, it enhances the flavors of spices, fruits, and sauces. A glass of wine helps relax us. Learning about wine keeps our minds sharp, too. Since the fruits, regions, and the making of wine have such a complex story, those who delve into find themselves traveling to learn more.
HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalDrinkWineDay
- Since February 18th is also National Crab-Stuffed Flounder Day, so we suggest a fresh, fruity white wine pairing the celebrations together.
- Attend or host a wine tasting.
- Try a new wine.
- Give a bottle of wine to a friend.
- Visit a vineyard.
- Raise a toast to your favorite wine and let us know which one it is.
- Always drink responsibly and try a new wine. Use #NationalDrinkWineDay to post to social media.
NATIONAL DRINK WINE DAY HISTORY
National Day Calendar continues researching the origins of this celebratory day. However, we’ve sipped a few wines and suspect either a winemaker or connoisseur created this day.
Drink Wine FAQ
Q. Should I drink red or white wine for National Drink Wine Day?
A. Drink whichever wine you prefer. You can even drink both!
Q. Are there other wine days on the calendar?
A. There are many wine days on the calendar. Check these out:
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“Kathleen and Karen Birthdays, Remembered once again”
“Karen McClarren Scott and BABY…make three”
Is there ever a more perfect picture… than… when you see a new MOM with her very first baby?
This is my little sister… “Karen M. Scott” rocking baby “Christopher M. Scott” when they first lived in Arnold, Missouri.
Looks like… they are both getting some “SUN SHINE” while having a FUN time swinging low and as we all know … that the new born baby “CHRIS” should and will now receive some extra fresh “Sunshine” which is a very good way to get those extra special VITAMINS, too!
“KAREN” sent this PHOTO to me when I was living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Since I would be coming up to Missouri for VACATION in JULY … and with the whole FAMILY … there were a few things in FLORIDA… that she wanted me to bring to her.
The one and most important item… was a special “swimsuit” and then… some other special surprise items… that she could use in her house, but would be items indicating they were made and or came from Florida!
When you live in “FLORIDA” and on the Coast… bringing items that can be used and or just used to decorate a spot or two… as a little reminder that you had a visitor from Florida… just makes such a good impression … to have these items sitting around… for a show and tell to your friends to see and then hear how the whole story… will finally be one that develops for more fun and games.
After all is said and done… she just wanted “ME” to be reminded… that she, too… would be taking a trip down to see me!
“Karen and her son, Chris” are both in Heaven as Karen died just two weeks, before her “50th” Birthday… and her son, CHRIS died on a day… that none of us will ever forget… it was on July 17th, 2015 .
July the 17th… just so happens to be … our “Aunt Irene Riley’s” … Birthday! Just something to think about?
One can not ever forget FAMILY … no matter where you are … no matter what you are doing… we all think about the FAMILY … and always… will hold them in an extra special place in the “HEART” … just because we know… there will be a “DAY” … when we will… all be together in that SPECIAL PLACE … that our CREATOR has reserved… and just for us! D.V.
“and a little more”
Happy Birthday Eve Karen Francesca McClarren Scott!
Just to think this would be your “76th” birthday.
And, would like you to know that no matter where one goes when they take leave of this world – all souls are somewhere and you will never ever be forgotten.
So, in this electronically age of messages sent – they all will be known by someone who will know someone else and before you know it – all messages of “Love” are received.
You and your life is one that should really be published.
I know that – that could almost be said about anyone – but your life could have been better and should have been much better – if only there would have been people who really cared about the life of another, especially the lives of small children – instead of only their own selfish desires and the love of free money which is the cause of the break down of the family life in America.
As I think back on all of the problems and sorrows – that we must endure here on EARTH – for a short time – that we all will receive a much better place in ETERNITY – with our CREATOR – and in that day there will be no more pain and no sorrow – for all of the “TRUE BELIEVERS” – as we are here only temporarily – but soon in a place especially prepared by our resurrected SAVIOR!
Almighty Yahweh bless Eve Karen – today – forever and always! D.V.
“February 29th, 2022…”
“The rest of the STORY…. from February of 1946…”
My younger brothers… DENNY and TOMMY and myself were in the German St. Vincent’s Orphan Home…because my Mother needed a place for us to stay… while she went to the hospital … to give birth to our “sisters” …which were ” identical twins”
KATHLEEN and EVE KAREN McClarren.”
Since we each are a year apart in age and each of us was in a different grade in school. I was in the third grade – DENNY was in the second grade – and TOMMY was in the first grade.
Also… in those days, the MOTHER, “Superior of the Orphanage” would make a visit to each class-room… when our report cards were to be given out, and there was a “REWARD SYSTEM” attached to those grades, that you received.
Still…today, when someone does something , that which to me seems to be superior to that which is also expected… I always say…”You deserve a “GOLD STAR” on your report card, because…
way back in the day – when I was a kid – we received “fifteen cents”… for each GOLD STAR!”
So the “GOLD STAR” was given for grades 95 to 100 – and a “SILVER STAR” worth ten cents was given for grades 90 to 94 – and the STARS… RED and BLUE were worth five cents and for the grades 80 to 89.
So… if you could … you did put forth that extra effort… to earn a few nickels and dimes.
Another occasion…from time to time…”MOTHER ERENTTRUDE ALTHOEFER” (Sister of Christian Charity) would be making the rounds to the classrooms and she would enter that classroom with someone at her side, that would set up a table with “PRIZES” and these were for special recognition.
So this is the rest of the “STORY” about the picture frame and picture of that little girl on her knees and those two “ANGELS” titled “HER PRAYER” … which, when I first saw that on the display table… wanted it, for my baby sister, Karen!
During the HOLIDAYS… my little brother, TOMMY was taken to each classroom to recite… “Twas the NIGHT before CHRISTMAS”… in that part of his make-up and that would be… from the day he was born… he had that talent of being an “ENTERTAINER” … in that he knows the words of everything and if singing or reciting something… he is on “STAGE” … hands and face and every movement is just full of joy with added flair.
AT that time, “TOMMY” had been entertaining everyone and in those days… it was like seeing a “LIVE STAGE SHOW”… so “TOMMY” was allowed to have first pick of all those items that were to be given out as trophies.
Since… I had spited the “HER PRAYER” … knew TOMMY could pick that as his “PRIZE” – I ask him to select that “PRIZE” … and who received prizes after that … who remembers … I was just so happy… that we had the best of gifts … so that we could give to our MOTHER… when she would come out to see us on “VISITING SUNDAY” … an extra “special gift” to hang on the wall … over and above our baby sister, Karen’s crib!
To have a “Guardian ANGEL” is what I grew up with, and we always said the “GUARDIAN Angel” prayer in our morning and night time prayers, and I feel it is very important to remember… that as we go through LIFE… we need guidance and the ALMIGHTY will send that guidance, if we will… but, only “Ask.”
Just today was reading “MATT 18:10” – “for I say unto you… that in heaven their “ANGELS” do always… behold the face of my FATHER, who is in heaven.”
So… with that verse from the “BIBLE”… I believe that the Almighty is sending us HELP … if only… we will ask? D.V.
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“Remembering MY Sisters (twins) Birthday, TODAY and Forever”
“Time to Remember Kathleen and Karen”
Just LOVE old PHOTOS – to see how good, we did look when we were so nice looking and young!
This Photo is of a very young “Eve Karen” and our good looking, brother “TOMMY!”
Karen and Kathleen will always be remembered!
Have to remember my sisters, Kathleen McClarren and her identical twin, Eve Karen Francesca McClarren Scott (01-31-1996).
Life here on Earth, just too short – also, to remember both of you – had Masses said at St. Francis Assisi on Telegraph road. Have to believe that you are both with the Angels and Saints, spending time with our Almighty Yahweh!
Will have to post the pictures of you and Tom when we went bowling, and when we went” ice-skating”.
I think Tom was home on military leave at the time?
It’s good to take pictures to help remember all the good fun times – so long ago?
Also… was looking at that “notebook” that you “Karen” would use to write all of your stories, and, so now “Alyssa” – my Grand-daughter will have to do all the art work for your stories, and help me to get that published for you.
“Alyssa” can work wonders illustrating all of your stories, and with all of your original work, as it is in your book – it is just what the “writer’s market” are wanting today!
So, Karen, and Kathleen, just so you know – neither one of you will ever be forgotten!
Everyone and all those, who have ever met you and even everyone I tell about you – always ask for more information – since you have a real story that needs to be told!
I can only say … “you” – both may be absent from the body, but – I do know… you are both in the presence of our Almighty Creator, forever.
May, HIS Blessings, be with you both, today and… forever and ever! D.V.
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