April Meeting Info

Please join us for the April 2010 4X 4Him Christian Wheelers Club Meeting

 

Date:  Thursday, April 15th, 2010   Time:  6:30pm  Place:  KOKOMO              2970 N Sunnyside Ave #103              Fresno, CA    93727             South of Shields & North of Clinton                       Click Here for a Map    Plan:  Fellowship, good food, club business

   Please join us for dinner!    

I will be cooking main dish & brownies so post up your side dish

Bring a chair and beverage of your choice
Don't forget Raffle stuff...


We hope to see you all there!

Fleur de Sel Caramels by Emily

I am - and always will be a fan of all things chocolate.  But when caramel is done right, there’s really nothing better.  I’m consistently disappointed with the caramel products readily available, whether it’s an impossibly chewy Milk Dud or a Sugar Daddy that’s hard as a rock.  I’ve tried homemade caramels before from little sweet shops, but I had never considered making my own until I stumbled across Mark Bitman’s recipe.  The result was perfectly chewy caramels with just enough salt to bring out the complex flavors of butter, cream and sugar.  

{Maldon flakes of salt on top of smooth caramel}

{Make sure to swipe a spoonful of caramel from the bottom of the skillet after you’ve poured it into the pan.  You know, to speed up the cleaning process.}

{Cut 4×6 sheets of parchment paper for wrappers}

{A perfectly twisted caramel wrapper ready to be unfolded}

Wednesday’s Wonders: Are Cargo Pants safe?

Cargo pants are indeed making a comeback, what with the military-inspired trends we’re seeing for both women and men. The good news?  The more fitted versions of cargo pants that you’re seeing today are a far cry from the oversized, stuff-your-pockets versions that were popularized in the 1990s.  To keep from looking like Rambo or Amazon women, pair your cargos with some very feminine pieces.
Here are three ways to wear Cargo Pants:

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How to Wear Cargo Pants by Christa-Taylor.com featuring Oasis tops

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How to Wear Cargo Pants 2 by Christa-Taylor.com featuring Givenchy shoes

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How to Wear Cargo Pants 3 by Christa-Taylor.com featuring Chie Mihara shoes

CONFUSION

Today we live in a world where there is much confusion! There is confusion about the economy, confusion about relationships; confusion about war & peace, the list goes on and on. Among teenagers, growing up in the mist of all these “confusing” circumstances, it is important to note that there should be NO confusion about who God is, and that he loves you very much. Yet, the more I talk with teenagers, the more I realize there is confusion, yes even among “church-going” teenagers.
My prayer today, is that, as you read this article, God stirs your heart and clears away any confusion about his love for you!
The scriptures tell us that “God is Love”. “And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. (1 John 4:16). Despite this truth, in the world today, there is still much confusion about what “love” really is. Many teenagers find it hard to believe that God is a loving God. Could this be mainly, because love has been defined in so many different ways in our world?
It is difficult to define “love” when we have a society where parents say they love one another, yet they get divorced; we have moms and dads that say they love their children, yet they are virtually absent from their lives; we have “church communities” that say they love people, yet they judge and condemn. No wonder, if we look to the world, there is confusion about what love is! However, if we look to God we can clearly define love.
God says love is everlasting – God will never leave you or forsake you. “The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” (Deut. 31:8). We learn in God’s word that he promises to always stand by us. “ No one will be able to stand up against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you”. (Joshua 1:5).
God’s love will never end and it cannot be measured. “ Neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord”. (Rms 8: 39). God, through his love for you, made a plan for your life. “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11).
God has adopted you, you are never without a Father. “How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God”! (1 John 3:1).
This is the kind of love that will put to rest any confusion about what true love is. God is Love, and he loves you! You can depend on the love of God. Do not look to the world for love, look to and rely on God’s love. Spend time with God and you will come to know “love”.

Wedding Wear by Emily

If your calendar looks anything like mine this summer, you’re in dire need of cute cocktail dresses appropriate for multiple weddings.  Since white is out of the question and you don’t want to be confused for one of the bridesmaids, there are plenty of fun options at a variety of price points.  Whether you’re decked out in feminine florals or a mini dress in a bright, notice-me-now shade, you’re bound to find something that fits the dress code.

Topshop: Abstract Floral Smock Dress, $90
Zimmerman: Floral-Print Chiffon Dress, $515
Single: Printed Jersey Strapless Dress, $295
Milly: Asymmetric Silk Mini Dress, $355
Kova & T: Lace and Silk Mini Dress, $365
Topshop: Silk Dress by Boutique, $160
Diane von Furstenberg: Layly Tiger Dress, $385
French Connection: Dandy Voile Dress, £75.00
Missoni: Candia Woven Mini Dress, $705
Thread Social: Ruffle-Strap Mini Dress, $520
Tibi: Scalloped Silk-Georgette Dress, $300
Forever 21: Draped Woven Tunic, $27.80

Yep Em i got a bunch of weddings to go to too

The Passion

Kim Kardasian reminded me today that its Good Friday. I was wondering if i should watch The Passion today.
The last time i watched it i was in 8th grade. It was a youth group thing. we went "big church" and watched it on the "big screen" I sat by my friend Brit. We almost walked out we were crying so hard. But it was a very well done movie.

So have you seen it? Should i see it again? Tell me what you think leave a comment

How to wear the Statement Necklace -Spring 2010

The runways have been presenting the Statement necklace since Spring ‘08, but it is still going strong through 2010 with designers including Chanel, Christian Dior, Marni, Valentino and many more.
Jewelry is big, not just in popularity but in scale with lots of color.

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Statement Necklace by christa_t featuring Marni jewelry

Do:
Mix long strands together
Keep other accessories to a minimum.
Wear it long or short
Wear it in multiples- it’s supposed to be a bit audacious.
mix and match metals, glass, or acrylic and even add in leather, feathers and wood.
Pair with a simple neckline and neutral colored clothes.
DIY
To make your own necklace, simply look for bold beads, pendants and chain.  Make sure that the metals work together, and that the colors are in the same family either by hue or shade.  For example, choose gold or silver, muted tones or brights.  Group your selection together to see how the components harmonize and how much space each piece demands.  To avoid unnecessary bulk, cluster your larger pieces to the front of the necklace and keep the section that will lie on the back of your neck very plain, maybe just simple smaller scale beads or medium chain.