Second Opinion

Recently I did a review of a children's book call Dream and I had not given it the best of reviews. However, I recently received a hard copy of the book and my four year old grandson was visiting and saw the book. He asked me to read it with him and as we went through the story he asked questions and expanded on the idea of each page as we went along. So not only did the book hold his attention this time but it encouraged him to think about the concept of doing things that might seem impossible.

Voting

Once again we have controversial election with late votes showing up. Now I do not think that this was fabricated votes but one must wonder about the process when over 7000 votes can simply get "misplaced" because of the counting/reporting process that was put in place.

I would like to see the voting process become more simplified and modernized.
Register to vote and enroll using your SS# and set up double passwords.
On election day, you have the choice of casting your vote from any location where you have secure internet access. Municipality would provide access via city hall, schools, libraries, etc. Votes would be tallied instantly.

The Time Is Now For Change

It is election day and for the most part April elections are pretty quiet. This year, however, there has been an outpouring of discussion about every elected position that is up for a vote. Back in November 2010, people voted for what they thought was going to be positive change, forcing bi-partisan cooperation in Washington and locally. This did not happen and now people are ready to re-group and make some more changes.

Virtual Choir

Naked Apple Pie

This is a real easy dessert and can be "thrown" together at the last minute. I like to use a real tart and juicy apples for this recipe.

Beat 1 egg in medium bowl. Add:
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. sugar
1 t. vanilla
1 c. flour, sifted with 1 t. baking powder
2 medium apples, pared, cored and chopped
1 c. pecans or walnuts
Spread into well greased 9-inch pie plate. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.

Chicken Sour Cream Enchiladas

8 large flour tortillas

1 Can Cream of Celery Soup

1 Cup sour cream

1 Small Can Chopped Green Chilies

3 Chicken Breasts, cooked and chopped

1 Small Can Sliced Ripe Olives

8 Oz. Grated Cheddar Cheese

3 or 4 Scallions, chopped

Mix soup, sour cream, and chilies. Spread about 1/8 of this mixture over the tortillas. Add some chicken, cheese, olives and onions. Roll up and place in a greased 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Top with remaining sauce and sprinkle with cheese, onions and scallions. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.