How to Make Sunless Tanning Lotion

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• White unscented lotion
• Cocoa powder
• Small mixing bowl
• Sponge

1. Step1

   Combine one part white unscented lotion with one part cocoa powder in a small mixing bowl to make the sunless tanning lotion. Add a little more for a darker result, and a little less for a lighter result.

2. Step2

   Stir until you’re sure all of the cocoa has been dissolved in the lotion. You should be left with a smooth, creamy sunless tanning lotion.

3. Step3

   Apply the sunless tanning lotion directly to your skin using a clean, soft sponge. It can be used anywhere on the body. Make sure you apply it evenly, and let your skin absorb the sunless tanning lotion completely.

4. Step4

   Do not shower or go swimming if you want the effects to last. The sunless tanning lotion is not waterproof and will wash off when it comes in contact with water. However, you’ll be left with a gorgeous bronze tone until you wash it off.

No, I have not tried it yet, but.....I will, you bet ye!

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Well I tried it, it is very tricky to apply. I'd rather stay with the Aveeno. I smell good enough to eat, hahaha!

Actually, it works not too badly on my face!

But......for a chocolate lover such as I, the smell nauseates me!

Looking onto our deck

I treated my self with a fresh bouquet from my garden!

My latest experience!

Two years ago we bought a dehumidifier at Sears, which we used may be four months in total. Guess what, this year it would not work. Luckily for me I still had the bill (I keep all bills!)

Ted looked at it but found he was unable to fix it.

We took a trip to Sears and were told it only had a warranty for one years and four on parts. They suggested we'd take it to the service depot, which we did and were told parts were not available. therefore unable to repair.

On our way back to Sears (we said a little prayer). But Ted suggested I'd better go inside and do the talking he knows I am a better scrapper than he is!

Of course I do my thing in my most professional way. First I talked to the sales person who had I realized no authority to do anything. Well I said to him: "Very unfortunate, we spend almost $300.00 on an item that did not give us more than four months of use!" Of course he explained again about the warranty etc, and I totally agreed with him. But nevertheless, I requested to speak to the supervisor. She finally showed up after about 15 min and two more calls by the staff. She was a very nice lady and very sympathetic. Again she explained about the warranty etc. and again I told her I'd totally agreed, but... could she give me a credit towards a new one?She went back to her office came back en told me I could get an other one and pay the difference. hallelujah!

In the meantime, Ted was sitting in the car and I kept on calling him on my cell to keep him up to date. They instructed me to bring the old one, (which we had in the car) to the loading dock and pick up the new one I had picked out. I did not have to do any carrying. Paid a difference of $20.00+ and walked away one happy camper.

When I came to the car, I gave Ted a "high five", and he said: "You amaze me sweetheart!"

At home the two of us took it out of the car into the house and downstairs one step at the time, now that was worth a video, hahaha! We could've waited for Ron but it was actually in our way.

When I buy something we don't want to go too far! Says Ted: "Because you need to be able to bring it back, every item takes at least two trips!" I have NO PROBLEM with bringing something back!

We just bought a toaster that browned only on one side (on the regular setting). Also an ice cream maker that did not work. The same brand but made slightly different. Yvonne had bought the same one and she was frustrated with it as well. I really wanted the same one I had before, which I'd worn out. After calling head office I was told to go to "Liquidation Sales" for $28.00, in case you are interested.

http://www.hamiltonbeach.com/kitchen-appliances-ice-cream-makers.html

Make sure you get # 68220. The other one does not work, take our word for it!

On a different note, we got some 300+ pictures already from Yvonne and Jason, which I enjoyed very much, it sure makes me want to see my family :-(

We saw them!

This morning they went to the market square again today. Actually, we saw them this morning but were unable to get a "still shot", the video kept on going. They were standing on the big star in the centre of the market, funny isn't it?

We finally were able to catch this picture from this mornings video. Jason is wearing a light jacket and Yvonne a Jean jacket. Somebody is pushing a stroller right in front of them. Click on the picture to enlarge.

As you notice, The sun came out, way to go Trudy!! Hahaha!

Holland news

Well I told you you should have watched "The Grote Markt"! click

Jason waved and took his cap of, hahaha! No..... I did not see it but Yvonne told me.

They are having a blast. Jason wonders why the heck we would move from a place so beautiful to a place like Winnnipeg!

Good question!

If you read Ted's blog , he will tell you why he came to Canada. He came to Canada to forget, if you'd ask him, "what", he'll answer you, "he forgot", hahaha! You better go read it and you'll find the real reason. He is writing a memoir for our children and grandchildren.

Why did I come? Love! Yes I gave up everything to marry him. Since it has been 49 + years, no I have not been sorry. (yet).

Do I like to go back to Holland? Yes for sure, only for a visit though. Just to walk around there, see my family. Eat some of the food. There is something about Holland you have to experience, and that is what Jason is doing right now. He loves it out there!

This evening (of course that is seven hours ago), my sister Bertie's daughter and her husband are taking them to an Authentic Dutch Pancake restaurant. They make such a variety it is difficult to make up your mind.

Tomorrow will be an other day of sight seeing for them. I have been praying almost nonstop for it to stay dry. Haarlem's forecast has been 50% rain all week. But just like here in Winnipeg, the weather girls are full of beans, hahaha! Can't depend on them that's because I am making it so hard for them with all my praying, hahaha! Ron and Lynne and the grandchildren are camping out at Manhattan's camp in her parents trailer. They can do without rain as well. I have been busy, busy, busy!

I did not mention yet that we bought a scooter for Ted. Now he wants to go out all the time. It is one you can take apart, which is not easy, but definitely doable.

This afternoon we were at Walmart's McDonalds the scooter got stuck between the tables. So I sat on the scooter to back it up, all the while this scooter making this beeping sound like heavy duty construction machinery. (Who knows you might ram in to somebody!) Of course the whole restaurant was looking at us. I laughed and said to a few people close by: "Ever noticed how cranky most people look in wheelchairs and such? (They nod yes!) Now is this fun or what!" As we walked on, at least I walked, I said to Ted: "People must think what a lucky guy you are to have such a beautiful daughter!" Except I said it in Dutch, which sound a lot funnier.

One problem we have, you go out and you end up spending money for things you might have been able to do without.

Jason and Yvonne in Holland

Yesterday Yvonne and Jason left for Holland. I talked to them before they boarded the plane. They had "exit seats" all the way, which is great that gives them lots of room for such a long trip.

I told Yvonne that I am going with them, in spirit that is, and she'd better watch out I might eat her food, hahaha!

This morning I called my brother Nic's place where they were in the middle of a welcoming party. They put me on the speaker phone and all I heard was a lot of excited voices. Quite a few people speak English well, so there was not much of a language barrier. My older brother does not know one word of English so I am sure he just smiled at Jason. Yvonne can help herself very well in Dutch. I am very happy for Yvonne and Jason, so much planning went into this trip and that they were welcomed so heartily, warmed my heart.

I still remember when Yvonne and I went together four years ago. I have a large family who love to get together to have fun and eat. (and fight!). Yvonne so much wants to show Jason where her roots are, and he finally finds out what his mother-in-law is made of, after this trip he may find me not that odd after all, hahaha!

Apparently they made lots of pictures already and since they'll be doing a lot of sight seeing tomorrow I am sure, their new camera will be used extensively.

On the right panel of this page you find:, Other sights I enjoy, click on the "Grote Markt in Haarlem", since that is live on webcam, you might find them wandering around!

Our deck and backyard

Below fresh flowers out of my own back yard

Isn't it amazing that in nature colors don't clash?

I have such a variety of flowers and colors and they all match somehow.

Just being silly

Bubble-Mania

A bit blurry, but so cute, we love each other more than the entire universe

Waiting for the home made icecream, yum!

The cake

The presents! What fun!

Aila and her boyfriend Cole

Aila and Anneka

Home again

I arrived back in Winnipeg around midnight yesterday and was greeted by Ted with open arms.

I had a wonderful time in Ottawa and I could not get enough of the girls.

Yvonne and Jason made my days with them unforgettable and there were many hi-lights.

On Friday night Yvonne and I had a "girls night" out and went to the ByWard market. Well things sure are happening there I'll tell ye! It was like an Ants nest out there. If you enjoy people watching that's the place to be. Terraces all over the place and we tried a few. The weather was just perfect.

Monday Jason took us all to the Wave Pool, that was so much fun. I was a bit apprehensive going into the waves but got the hang of it very quickly. They provide you with floating mats, which makes it even more exciting. The girls had a ball.

That Jason sure is a "Keeper", besides the fact that he took us out for dinner and breakfast, he also made some fabulous meals at home. Thank you Jason, it was wonderful.

We visited some Dollarama stores so the girls could buy a few toys or whatever they always enjoy that and we also shopped around in Ikea.

It is always sad having to leave, but there will be a next time. Home is where we belong.

On a different note: Today we were at the Oncology department and got the results for Ted's resent tests. Everything is good Dr Harris was very pleased. After she left the examining room Ted looked in the mirror and commented with a straight face, "Yep that is what a healthy person looks like!"

We both came out of that office laughing and the nurses were wondering what the heck happened in there, hahaha! Remember, that is the Oncology department, and not everybody looks happy. Makes you wonder why people complain about the weather when they have a healthy body.

Children and death

Death is a painful experience –

and one of the hardest parts

for parents can be talking about

it with their children. Here are

some tips on how to handle

the topic with your little ones.

“Death shouldn’t be taboo,” says Kay Johnson, Director of Griefworks B.C., a bereavement resource and referral service. “We don’t want to create pain for our children, so we often think that by not talking about death we’re accomplishing that goal. But kids do have questions, sadness, anger, and pain.”

Grief experts offer these ideas for discussing the death of a loved one with kids.

Be Clear

“Euphemisms can do more harm than good,” says Dr. Nancy Reeves, a Victoria, B.C., psychologist specializing in grief and loss and author of A Path Through Loss. “I’ve seen kids scared to go to bed because they’re told ‘Grandma has gone to sleep.’” Be concrete: “Grandpa’s heart stopped working.” Observes Johnson, “If you say ‘they’re with God,’ the child may wait for the person to return.”

Explain Mortality

Children of different ages perceive and talk about death in different ways, notes Reeves. Until 6 or so, the concept of “dead forever” isn’t easily understood. You need to talk about how the person who died won’t be coming back. Give direct answers, because what a child is imagining may be worse that the reality. At around 6 to 9, children understand mortality, which can cause anxiety about death and raise a big question: Why do people die? Adults need to help children see that death isn’t a punishment and that it occurs for many reasons.

Give Permission for Feelings

By 9 to 11, children don’t want to be thought of as young. They may hide grief from parents, says Reeves, so need “permission” to express their feelings any way they wish. Adolescents are usually torn between wanting to be independent and needing support from their parents, so their feelings can be conflicting and seem intense, says Johnson. Teens often worry that adults will belittle their strong emotions, so show respect for their grief, and ask what they need from you.

Don’t Push

Each child responds to a loss their own way, and not necessarily like you, says Johnson. Children can only take in so much at one time, and will talk when they’re ready. Always be willing to talk, but let your kids be in charge of when and how much.

Show Your Emotions

Don’t try to be stoic for the sake of your children. “If you’re true to your own grief – if your kids see you cry, if you say how much you miss the person who died – you show it’s okay to talk about your feelings,” says Reeves. “By sharing our grief with children, we teach them that strong emotions are normal and won’t harm us if we express them.”

Two more sleeps

Thursday afternoon I'll be flying to Ottawa to help Aila celebrate her 6th Birthday. I have not been there since last November (hard to believe though). Every time I see a picture of the girls they have grown, especially Anneka. I am very much looking forward to seeing them all.

I guess we never get used to being away from our grandchildren. You kind'f like to see them around you once in a while. We sure are thankful for the WebCam, at least we are able to see them. Ted is even able to bless them with his Harmonica, they seem to like that, especially the kids in North Carolina. Little Nico who was born last March looks at Opa's image with big eyes and is totally mesmerized by the music to the delight of Opa!

We are praying for nice weather in Ottawa and I am praying (sorry Winnipegger's) for rain this end because I don't want my flowers to die. It seems the flowers need water almost every day. Ted promised he'll do his best, (whatever that means, hahaha!)

Hmmm!

Muffin Caps

1 Pack Quaker Oatmeal Muffin mix
2 eggs
2 c water
1 teasp cinnamon
1-½ c regular oats, (not the minute kind!)
1 cup bran flakes
1 cup milled flax seeds
2 cup toasted/salted sunflower seeds
1 cup sweetened coconut

If too difficult to handle add a little more water, but keep as stiff as possible
Place on greased baking sheet with a spoon 2” to 3” dia., flatten a bit but not too much!
Bake at 400 about 10 to 15 min or until brown and crisp
Turn off oven, take them out and turn caps around, if not crispy at the bottom.
place them back into the oven an additional 10-15 min. Do not turn the oven back on.

You may increase the coconut or whatever else you want to increase or add for roughage.
I don't care for raisins but I am sure that would be okay

Anneka and Aila

Padre Nuestro (Our Father)

Huh?

Once again I will blog about Tim Horton's.

Today was a busy day we had two appointments for Ted. This morning it was the Oncology department for Ted's Ultrasound and blood work.

While he had his weekly lunch date with our son Ron, I vacuumed the house. This afternoon he had an appointment with his Neurologist. Because we had no time for tea I took my small travel mug to pick up a coffee.

At the drive through we asked for a medium coffee ($1.29, we were told) with cream and sugar on the side. In front of the window I asked them to put the coffee in my mug. When it was time to pay it was now $1.70. I wanted to know why, her answer was: "Because it is your mug!" I commented that I thought that was silly. Since we were in a hurry, we let it go. I decided that now I was being punished for being "green", there was after all no cup and lid involved. All the coffee I got was barely one cup. can we all say: "HUH?"

I guess the next time I will put the coffee in the travel mug!