Connie Vickers
Married 43 years, Wife, mother and grandmother. Two children, two granddaughters. Connie is new to AC and is loving sharing her passion in many areas but primarily in home and family. You can reach Connie at: clvickers1@gmail.com
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Teacher & mentor of small groups for 27 years, studied Business Adminsitration, English, music in college.Interests
Family; gardening, reading, leadership skills; health & fitness, mentoring and counseling, hand and machine sewingMotto
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Top Organic Food Stores in South Orange CountyWant to eat healthy? Find the best places to shop for organic and natural foods in south Orange County.
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Festival of Color '" the Flower Fields of CarlsbadEvery spring the fields of flowers come alive with the blossoms of spring spreading over miles of low lying hills like a rainbow of color. It's an opportunity to enjoy the abundant colors of nature in a placid seaside surrounding.
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Words of Wisdom to Live ByThere is lots of advice on raising children these days, much of it good, some of it worthless. There are simple principles from the book of Proverbs pointing out foundational truths that will help when facing the daunting role of parenthood.
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Sewing Circle - the Return of Machine SewingCreating through the art of machine sewing can be very satisfying as well as cost effective on the budget. In the last ten years it seems to have fallen out of vogue somewhat.
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What to Teach Children About Dining EtiquetteTable manners play an important part in making a favorable impression. They are visible signals of the state of our manners and therefore are essential to presenting ourselves well.
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Pre-Planned Meals for Holiday CrowdsHere are some simple recipes that can be prepared ahead, adjusted according to the number attending, and served easily making time for the cook to enjoy the fun too!
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Healthy Holiday Recipes: Cooking with EggsHere is a tried and true variation on the old-fashioned bread pudding that integrates a seasonal holiday touch.
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Top Ten Food Trends of the YearWith just the right tools, ingredients, and instructions you can create something truly original, remarkable and tasty! What are some of the food trends of the past year that indicate direction in the society?
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Top Paint Color Trends of the DecadeThe color trends of this past decade have provided an indicator of where society has been as well as where it is going in an ever-changing world
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Words of Wisdom to Live by - Seasons of LifeWe are reminded in the Book of Ecclesiastes that for everything there is a time and a season for every activity under heaven. Each season sustains the life cycle in its own way producing the very fiber of our existence.
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Travel-Wise Tips for Saving Money, Time and Staying HealthyPut some thought into your travel planning and save time, money and stay healthy. It makes traveling fun and is defintely worth the effort!
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Words of Wisdom to Live by - Portrait of a WomanThe book of Proverbs presents us with a beautiful portrait of a many-faceted woman. Since Proverbs is the book of wisdom, we do well to take a look at this portrait...
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Minestrone SoupA hearty soup that rivals a stew--healthy and easy to fix.
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Quick 'N' Easy Autumn Beef StewThe best thing about this recipe is that it is quick and can be put together in about 20 minutes. It tastes like a stew that has simmered for hours.
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Fighting Inflammation with FishFish is a great addition to your diet for health because of the omega 3 fat it contains. Omega 3 helps because it is a monounsaturated fat and does not increase hidden inflammation in the body,
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The Power of Protein and Facts About FatsOnce we know the facts, Eating can not only become healthier, but fun as we experiment with different food combinations for taste and health. This is the key to wellness
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One More Thing About CarbohydratesStop thinking of it as something to satisfy taste and begin to realize it is the fuel that makes up your body chemistry.
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Carbohydrates and Weight ControlHow have we arrived at a staggering 33 percent of Americans being overweight within the last 25 years? How will this affect the future of our health and health care needs?
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Recycle for the Environment and the Budget - Decorator Remake with Recycling in MindDecorate on a budget and help protect the environment at the same time by recycling what you have whenever possible. -
Easy Ways to Decorate with RecyclingMy ongoing pursuit of saving money by recycling what I have to create new decorator looks has provided some fun projects with results that created the new look I was after
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An Office Conversion Using Recycled and Inexpensive ItemsOur home office was a challenge. We didn't want to spend a lot of money and we wanted to use what we already to the best advantage by recycling
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Home Decorating Through RecyclingHow to have fun, save money and recycle at the same time when redecorating! -
Mentoring Through Group ExperienceSuccessful mentoring should perpetuate itself through developing mentors who in turn can mentor others in an atmosphere of positive affirmation, acceptance and relationship. .
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Silent Inflammation and Weight ControlIt is increasingly being recognized that improper diet is playing a dominant role in obesity and that it may very well be the number one health threat in the years to come.
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Words of Wisdom to Live by - FriendshipSo what makes a friend? Proverbs mentions love and that it is operating all the time. Love is a word that is so over used these days it's hard to define in this context unless we consider what qualities make up love in friendship
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More Comfort RecipesTried and true recipes for a busy life style.
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Chicken Comfort FoodMake weeknights easy with these tried and true recipes.
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Words of Wisdom - Proverbs to Live ByOne can gain endless knowledge, but if there is no wisdom, then it benefits nothing. Knowledge is good, but wisdom guides in how to use the knowledge we have gained.
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Strawberry Soy Milk Smoothie RecipeHere is a simple and quick way to combine fruit, soy milk and Kefir for a healthy taste treat.
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Cooking with Your KidsWhat is it about food that draws people together? Well, it satisfies hunger, creates a focus around which to gather, stimulates conversation and generally makes you feel better. Why not do it with your kids?
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Saying Good Bye to Your PetI never thought I liked cats until our daughter brought a kitten into our home on a weekend when I was away. By the time I returned the kitten had made himself at home and you guessed it, got hold of my heart almost immediately.
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The Secret of ContentmentWhat comes to mind when you think of contentment? What is it that you need most in your life right now? Have you considered that it may be contentment?
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Tips for Aging GracefullyThere's no pill to take to accomplish dealing with the challenges of aging. However, following these principles you will go a long way toward helping one to live positively and actively through those maturing years.
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Lost and FoundShe had not been expecting a letter. Pam noticed the return address on the envelope indicated it was from someone she had not seen or heard from in a long time
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The Convenience of Container GardeningEating healthy and living on a budget can be achieved with container gardening.
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Princess, Princess, PrincessEvery Girl wants to be a princess. Now she can be! -
The Stamina of SalmonVisiting the Chittenden locks in Seattle is an awe-inspiring experience!
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Supporting the FamilyA grand mother should be one of the team available for counsel and help. Building trust goes a long way in grand mothering-trust that you won't overstep the boundaries of their smaller family circle and confidence that you're on their side.
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More Tips on Being Effective as a GrandmotherModern-day living is fast-paced and hectic. We've lost the ability to slow down and appreciate simple things.
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Tips on Being An Effective Grand MotherGrand mothering is becoming a lost art. We have great opportunity to influence the next generation with the rich heritage of ties to the past as well as a vision for the future.