Why I Love My Crockpot

Ahhhh, the simple pleasures of cooking. And it doesn't get much simpler than using my new favourite cooking tool-the Crockpot.

Yes, I said it, don't laugh. Ok, laugh.

But seriously, as Betty Crocker-ish as this sounds, this tool has really saved me lately.
Being as busy as I am these days, piling a bunch of yummy goodies into this contraption and then leaving it for hours while it does all the work, has been a huge blessing.

Call me lazy, but this thing rocks!
My favourite course to prepare is sticking an entire chicken in there with some yummy herb-rub and stuffing the inside of it with cubed eggplant. It has become a decadent new addition to my diet. And hey, who doesn't love playing with raw chicken guts?

Okay, maybe that's taking it a little too far, but trust me.
Your food will come out perfect and delicious.
You won't believe your taste buds!

Oh, and don't stress about whether or not you can handle the recipes. Each unit comes with a helpful cookbook stuffed full of great ideas and time-honored traditional meals that momma used to make.

Yum. Go get one.

What I Am Reading Now

Ever since the Spring semester began a few weeks ago, I have been a busy girl. I have decided to take an extra course this time around, so time has been tight for little Miss Vee.

Now, you may be wondering how I am handling all the extra work that goes along with taking extra units. You may even be imagining me drowning in books, hunkered down in the basement of the college library. Let me assure you that although I do love to hang in sequestered areas of the campus book-hole, I am handling the heavy workload gracefully. And to top it off, I am ace-ing all of my quizzes!

How am I accomplishing this? It's no secret-check it out:

I have been reading this great book titled, "How to Become a Straight-A Student: The Unconventional Strategies Real College Students Use to Score High While Studying Less," by Cal Newport.

Let me say that this book has changed my life, not only as a college student, but as a person in the world that constantly strives to be more organized.
And if you are a student, this tool will prove to be invaluable.

If you are not a student, the tips and tricks that Cal Newport has to share with you will change the way you organize your time and your life.

So, wish me good luck as I plug away into the new semester!

I will keep you posted as I move through my readings and assignments...