So hard to believe today marks the end of February 2019! Did you accomplish all of your creative adventures planned for February? Did you test the waters and try something new?
You have less than 24 hours which project are you going to complete or work on today?
On the topic of creative projects~
You do know it is perfectly acceptable to walk away from a work in progress and begin other projects? Most of the time, this is when you will discover the creative energy and solutions to complete the first project...even if it is a few years! before you return. Today I am giving you the keys, the freedom to walk away from your current creative adventure to explore other options. Seriously, it is okay to walk away for a time, your creativity will not let you abandon the project forever, you will return and complete the work.
Quick teaser for March: Creative Adventures are on the Horizon! Are you ready? Spring is coming!!
Enjoy your day!
Release your Creative Voice!
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Thursday, February 28, 2019
Friday, February 22, 2019
Friday Night Feast Gluten Free Spaghetti Sauce
This recipe calls for a tiny bit more time invested in the kitchen but worth the effort knowing you have a large batch of homemade Gluten Free Spaghetti Sauce which will be cooking for most of your day in your trusty slow cooker. This sauce is versatile and can also be used as a Pizza Sauce for Saturday Night Pizza.
1/2 cup Olive Oil
3 large Spanish Onions, diced
6 Cloves fresh Garlic, minced
2 Large Green Bell Peppers , seeded and diced
1 pound fresh Mushrooms, chopped
Cook the above ingredients on HIGH in your slow cooker stirring occasionally until Onions are translucent.
Add the following ingredients to your slow cooker and continue cooking on LOW Heat setting for the remainder of the day. You may add 1 15 ounce can of Chicken or Beef Stock/Broth for a thinner sauce.
2 cans of Tomato Paste
1 large can of crushed Tomatoes
1 tablespoon granulated White Sugar
1 tablespoon Celery Seed
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Dash of Cayenne Pepper
Variations:
Add 2 pounds of cooked ground Beef
Add 2 pounds of cooked ground Beef and ground Pork Sausage Blend
Add Meatballs
Serve over your favorite Gluten Free Pasta
Enjoy!
PS
This sauce freezes well, plan ahead for busy weeks.
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1/2 cup Olive Oil
3 large Spanish Onions, diced
6 Cloves fresh Garlic, minced
2 Large Green Bell Peppers , seeded and diced
1 pound fresh Mushrooms, chopped
Cook the above ingredients on HIGH in your slow cooker stirring occasionally until Onions are translucent.
Add the following ingredients to your slow cooker and continue cooking on LOW Heat setting for the remainder of the day. You may add 1 15 ounce can of Chicken or Beef Stock/Broth for a thinner sauce.
2 cans of Tomato Paste
1 large can of crushed Tomatoes
1 tablespoon granulated White Sugar
1 tablespoon Celery Seed
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Dash of Cayenne Pepper
Variations:
Add 2 pounds of cooked ground Beef
Add 2 pounds of cooked ground Beef and ground Pork Sausage Blend
Add Meatballs
Serve over your favorite Gluten Free Pasta
Enjoy!
PS
This sauce freezes well, plan ahead for busy weeks.
https://whatboxacreativelife.blogspot.com/
#HiddenInYourheARTArt in the Kitchen A Starving Artist's Survival Guide A Gluten Free & Time-Saver Cook Book
amazon.com/author/carollanefleming
© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
Thursday, February 21, 2019
And the Answer is.......
I have been asked, "Why there are no photos, no images, no art posted on your blog?"
I suppose it is strange for an artist, creative individual to write a blog without visual illustrations, photos or art. The reason? The purpose of What Box? Living a Creative Life is to bring you small bits of inspiration to assist you in embracing Your creative life. I find photos or visual illustrations to be limiting at times. GASP! An artist said that?! True. When trying to capture ideas I have found it best to begin with thoughts, a blank canvas or slate and later during the process images. The lack of images also is freeing by allowing multiple ideas and not the anchor from the work of another artist's creations.
You are Creative and have Fantastic ideas! If you are uncertain or unsure if the world is ready for you to share your Creative Masterpieces, Doodle. Keep an art journal, a diary, sketchbook anything to record your thoughts and drawings, projects, experiments. However, do not keep these to yourself for too long! The world has need of your Creative Expression!!
"Will there ever be photos on your blog?" Possibly. I have learned never to say never, especially when the Creative Process and artists are involved.
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#HiddenInYourheART
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© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
I suppose it is strange for an artist, creative individual to write a blog without visual illustrations, photos or art. The reason? The purpose of What Box? Living a Creative Life is to bring you small bits of inspiration to assist you in embracing Your creative life. I find photos or visual illustrations to be limiting at times. GASP! An artist said that?! True. When trying to capture ideas I have found it best to begin with thoughts, a blank canvas or slate and later during the process images. The lack of images also is freeing by allowing multiple ideas and not the anchor from the work of another artist's creations.
You are Creative and have Fantastic ideas! If you are uncertain or unsure if the world is ready for you to share your Creative Masterpieces, Doodle. Keep an art journal, a diary, sketchbook anything to record your thoughts and drawings, projects, experiments. However, do not keep these to yourself for too long! The world has need of your Creative Expression!!
"Will there ever be photos on your blog?" Possibly. I have learned never to say never, especially when the Creative Process and artists are involved.
https://whatboxacreativelife.blogspot.com/
#HiddenInYourheART
amazon.com/author/carollanefleming
© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
Friday, February 15, 2019
Friday Night Feast Corn Chowder
Corn Chowder is one of our all time favorites! A large bowl of Corn Chowder curled up in front of a fire is a wonderful ending to a busy week.
In your slow cooker you will be adding the following ingredients.
1 pound Italian linked sausage, cut into discs and browned
1 1 - 2 pound bag of frozen cubed Hash Browns
1 12 - 14 ounce package of frozen Creamed Corn
1 10 ounce can of Sweet Corn, drained
1 medium Onion, minced
1 teaspoon Celery Seeds
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 14 ounce can of Chicken Stock/Broth [if you desire a thinner broth add an additional can or two of Stock/Broth
Cook on Low setting. Enjoy your day!
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© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
In your slow cooker you will be adding the following ingredients.
1 pound Italian linked sausage, cut into discs and browned
1 1 - 2 pound bag of frozen cubed Hash Browns
1 12 - 14 ounce package of frozen Creamed Corn
1 10 ounce can of Sweet Corn, drained
1 medium Onion, minced
1 teaspoon Celery Seeds
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 14 ounce can of Chicken Stock/Broth [if you desire a thinner broth add an additional can or two of Stock/Broth
Cook on Low setting. Enjoy your day!
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#HiddenInYourheARTArt in the Kitchen A Starving Artist's Survival Guide A Gluten Free & Time-Saver Cook Book
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© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Happy Valentine's Day!
Thanks for following along and sharing the journey embracing a Creative Life.
My Valentine's Day treat for you~
A FREE copy of my eBooks available TODAY February 14, 2019, on Amazon.
Hidden in Your heART
and
Art in the Kitchen A Starving Artist's Survival Guide A Gluten Free & Time-Saver Cook Book
You can find the FREE eBooks here today, Valentine's Day 2019:
amazon.com/author/carollanefleming
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#HiddeninYourheART
(C) 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
My Valentine's Day treat for you~
A FREE copy of my eBooks available TODAY February 14, 2019, on Amazon.
Hidden in Your heART
and
Art in the Kitchen A Starving Artist's Survival Guide A Gluten Free & Time-Saver Cook Book
You can find the FREE eBooks here today, Valentine's Day 2019:
amazon.com/author/carollanefleming
https://whatbocacreativelife.blogspot.com/
#HiddeninYourheART
(C) 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
Friday, February 8, 2019
Friday Night Feast White Chili
Chili is perfect for Game Nights! This White Chili recipe is a fun twist and great for Chili Bars with a large selection of sides and toppers.
Using your large slow cooker, you will be adding the following ingredients in order as presented below. Suggestions for sides and toppers will also be included.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
2 cloves minced fresh Garlic
2 large Onions, petite diced
1/2 cup petite diced Celery
1/2 cup thinly sliced Carrot discs
1 teaspoon Celery Seeds
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoon Cumin
3 - 4 cups cubed cooked Chicken or Turkey
3 15 ounce cans of Cannellini Beans, rinse and drain
1 15 ounce can of Chicken Stock/Broth
1 12 - 15 ounce jar of mild Chili Verde Sauce
Cook on Low setting.
Suggestions for serving: Over cooked Rice or Baked Potato
Possible Toppings: Cheddar Cheese, Sour Cream, Hot Pepper Rings, Bacon Crumbles,
Green Onions
Side Options: Cornbread, Tortilla Chips
Enjoy!
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#HiddenInYourheARTArt in the Kitchen A Starving Artist's Survival Guide A Gluten Free & Time-Saver Cook Book
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© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
Using your large slow cooker, you will be adding the following ingredients in order as presented below. Suggestions for sides and toppers will also be included.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
2 cloves minced fresh Garlic
2 large Onions, petite diced
1/2 cup petite diced Celery
1/2 cup thinly sliced Carrot discs
1 teaspoon Celery Seeds
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoon Cumin
3 - 4 cups cubed cooked Chicken or Turkey
3 15 ounce cans of Cannellini Beans, rinse and drain
1 15 ounce can of Chicken Stock/Broth
1 12 - 15 ounce jar of mild Chili Verde Sauce
Cook on Low setting.
Suggestions for serving: Over cooked Rice or Baked Potato
Possible Toppings: Cheddar Cheese, Sour Cream, Hot Pepper Rings, Bacon Crumbles,
Green Onions
Side Options: Cornbread, Tortilla Chips
Enjoy!
https://whatboxacreativelife.blogspot.com/
#HiddenInYourheARTArt in the Kitchen A Starving Artist's Survival Guide A Gluten Free & Time-Saver Cook Book
amazon.com/author/carollanefleming
© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
Thursday, February 7, 2019
National Haiku Writing Month
Haiku. Are you familiar with this form of poetry? I think that it is fitting we celebrate Haiku during February, as Haiku is known for being 'contained' to 3 simple lines and a set syllable count.
Haiku doesn't have to rhyme. A plus for many testing the waters as they begin writing poetry. The basics: 3 lines. First line has 5 syllables. Second line has 7 syllables and the Third line has 5 syllables.
Here is an example of Haiku which will also be in my soon to be published book of poetry.
Sneak peeks are always exciting.
Blue Haiku
Navy, Royal, Sky
Turquoise, Indigo, Cobalt
Lapis Lazuli
Looking forward to reading your Haiku!
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© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
Haiku doesn't have to rhyme. A plus for many testing the waters as they begin writing poetry. The basics: 3 lines. First line has 5 syllables. Second line has 7 syllables and the Third line has 5 syllables.
Here is an example of Haiku which will also be in my soon to be published book of poetry.
Sneak peeks are always exciting.
Blue Haiku
Navy, Royal, Sky
Turquoise, Indigo, Cobalt
Lapis Lazuli
Looking forward to reading your Haiku!
https://whatboxacreativelife.blogspot.com/
#HiddenInYourheART
amazon.com/author/carollanefleming
© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
Friday, February 1, 2019
February FREE Check List: Art Quotes
FEBRUARY CHECK LIST ART QUOTES
1. In the
beginning, God Created.
2. Art is an adventure that never ends.
3. Free day! Rest. Relax. Create as you desire!
4. Inhale possibility, exhale creativity. L.J.
5. You are so smart!
6. Creativity is intelligence having fun. Einstein
7. There is always room for more happy little trees. Ross
8. Creativity takes Courage.
9. Art changes everything.
10. Free day! Rest. Relax. Create as you desire!
11. You were born to create art.
12. Art is never finished, only abandoned. Leonardo
13. Art is not paint. Art is love. P.H.
14. Follow your heART
15. There is nothing more artistic than to love people. Van Gogh
16. An artist is an explorer. Matisse
17. Free day! Res. Relax. Create as you desire!
18. Sometimes all you need is a little splash of color.
19. Mess-terpieces are also works of Art.
20. Art is what you make others see. Degas
21. It is never too late to be creative.
22. Make time for art.
23. Every child is an artist! Picasso
24. Free day! Rest. Relax. Create as you desire!
25. Think outside the box!
26. Do something creative every day!
27. Every artist was once an amateur. Emerson.
28. YOU are CREATIVE!
2. Art is an adventure that never ends.
3. Free day! Rest. Relax. Create as you desire!
4. Inhale possibility, exhale creativity. L.J.
5. You are so smart!
6. Creativity is intelligence having fun. Einstein
7. There is always room for more happy little trees. Ross
8. Creativity takes Courage.
9. Art changes everything.
10. Free day! Rest. Relax. Create as you desire!
11. You were born to create art.
12. Art is never finished, only abandoned. Leonardo
13. Art is not paint. Art is love. P.H.
14. Follow your heART
15. There is nothing more artistic than to love people. Van Gogh
16. An artist is an explorer. Matisse
17. Free day! Res. Relax. Create as you desire!
18. Sometimes all you need is a little splash of color.
19. Mess-terpieces are also works of Art.
20. Art is what you make others see. Degas
21. It is never too late to be creative.
22. Make time for art.
23. Every child is an artist! Picasso
24. Free day! Rest. Relax. Create as you desire!
25. Think outside the box!
26. Do something creative every day!
27. Every artist was once an amateur. Emerson.
28. YOU are CREATIVE!
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amazon.com/author/carollanefleming
#HiddenInYourheART
© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
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#HiddenInYourheART
© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
Friday Night Feast Beef Stew
You will be using your large slow cooker for the Beef Stew.
Ingredients are presented in order of addition into the slow cooker.
3 - 4 pounds of fresh Beef [ Roast, Flank Steak, London Broil] cubed
3 large Onions, diced
3 Celery sticks, diced
4 large Carrots, cut into bite sized pieces or 1/2 inch discs
3-4 large Potatoes, cubed
3 Garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Celery Seed
1 teaspoon Parsley Flakes
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 cup of Water
Cover and cook on Low Setting.
Enjoy!
If you have any left overs, this make a great addition to homemade soups!
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#HiddenInYourheARTArt in the Kitchen A Starving Artist's Survival Guide A Gluten Free & Time-Saver Cook Book
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© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
Ingredients are presented in order of addition into the slow cooker.
3 - 4 pounds of fresh Beef [ Roast, Flank Steak, London Broil] cubed
3 large Onions, diced
3 Celery sticks, diced
4 large Carrots, cut into bite sized pieces or 1/2 inch discs
3-4 large Potatoes, cubed
3 Garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Celery Seed
1 teaspoon Parsley Flakes
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 cup of Water
Cover and cook on Low Setting.
Enjoy!
If you have any left overs, this make a great addition to homemade soups!
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#HiddenInYourheARTArt in the Kitchen A Starving Artist's Survival Guide A Gluten Free & Time-Saver Cook Book
amazon.com/author/carollanefleming
© 2019 Carol Lane Fleming
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