January's Book Club Reviews

What a fantastic Book Club night at Melanie Allen's home! Not only did we get a chance to make a few cute Valentine's for our family members, but we also had some delicious refreshments while listening to a brief synapsis of the following three young adult fictions, which all deal with children with varying disabilities:

Rules by Cynthia Lord

Catherine tries to help her younger brother who has autism by making and writing rules for him to follow-mostly about social situations like, "say thank you when someone gives you something, even if you don't like it." And "no toys in the fish tank." The author, Cynthia, has a son who has autism. (current day)

Memories of Summer by Ruth White

Lyric, her older sister Summer and their father move to get a fresh start. In their new home, Summer begins to develop schizophrenia. Lyric struggles with loving her sister and wanting to be a "normal" teenager. (1950s)




Joey Pigza by Jack Gantos

Joey has ADHD. He is in Special Education and takes medication. He goes to stay with his dad for the summer and forgets to take his medication. Written in Joey's perspectice. Insightful. Also, Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key, What Would Joey Do? and I Am Not Joey Pigza. (current day)

January's Book Club

What: Book Club

When: Thurs. 1/27 @ 7 pm

Where: Melanie Allen's home

What: Book review of your favorite or most recent read (easy read, not controversial, uplifting, fun)

Who: Any RS sister interested!

AND

Bring whatever you have laying around (Don't spend any $, just bring what you might have...) for making valentines! We'll draw, cut, color and paste while we chat. Make some for your kids to pass out to friends, send one to grandma or just make one for your special sweetheart. I'll have some healthy and not-so healthy snacks so they'll be something for everyone. Everyone's invited!Hope to see you here!!!

~Mell 346-1791

Recession Enrichment Night

At Enrichment night in January 2011 there were some ideas mentioned of how we can save money. One way was making your own at home mixes to add to your food storage. Another was making your own dishwasher detergent, laundry soap and household cleaners. Here are a few recipes....

Food Storage Muffin Mix
8 C Flour
2/3 C Sugar
1/3 C Baking Power
1 T Salt
1 C Shortening
mix and store in an airtight container
Using the mix....
2 1/3 C Mix
1 Egg
1 C Milk
Fill the muffin tins 2/3 of the way full
Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes
**for fruit muffins add 1 C well drained fruit**

Bulk Taco Seasoning
3/4 C Dried Onion Flakes
1/2 C Chili Powder
1/4 C Salt
3 T Cornstarch
3 T Garlic Powder
3 T Cumin
2 T Cayenne Pepper
mix together and store in an airtight container

Food Storage Cake Mix
8 C Flour
1/4 C Baking Power
5 C Sugar
4 t Salt
10 T Dry Milk
to use mix
3 1/2 C Cake Mix
1 1/2 t Vanilla
1/3 C Oil
2 Eggs


Food Storage Potato Flakes
boil and mash potatoes - no butter no milk
spread a thin layer on parchement paper or wax paper
when cool peel off and blend in a blender or food processor
store in an airtight container


Dish Washing Detergent
1 T Arm and Hammer Super Wash Soda
1 T 20 Mule Team Borax
add white distilled vinegar to jet dry dispenser

 Glass Cleaner
2 C Water
3 T White Vinegar
2 t liquid detergent

Spray Cleaner
4 L Water
1/2 C Pure Soap
1/4 C Lemon Juice
a few drops of vinegar or tea tree oil (tea tree oil makes it anti-bacterial)

Laundry Soap
1 qt Water
2 C Regular Bar Soap (unscented) grated
2 C Borax
2 C Washing Soap

Boil water in large pot, add soap and stir until dissolved, turn heat down and add borax and washing soda. Will thicken as it cools.
Use 1/2 C per load

January Enrichment

Times may be financially tough right now, but that doesn't mean we can't have a little fun amidst the "Depression" of bills and expenses!

During the Great Depression of the 30's, what people lacked in money, they made up for in family traditions and relying on those who matter the most.

Join us Thursday, January 20th at 7:00 p.m. in the Rigby Stake Center multi-purpose room for a relaxed night to learn new ways to save and keep the humor during hard times by sharing favorite family traditions.

And what gathering is complete without a little refreshment?! Reminiscent of the Great Depression fave bread and milk, bring your favorite loaf of bread to share.

Who: All the gals in Relief Society with their favorite loaf of bread

What: January Depression Session Enrichment night

Where: Rigby Stake Center Multi-Purpose Room




When: 7:00 p.m



Why: To have a relaxed and fun evening learning how to save during hard times and share family traditions.

How: Come with your favorite loaf of bread (or just the recipe) to share and a favorite family tradition.


We will have steamy hot chocolate to ward off the cold, wintry night to go with the delicious bread, so we look forward to seeing you there!