“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.”

~ William James

The Power of Influence

Do you know how much POWER your influence has? I went to the dermatologist this week, and was once again reminded of the influence I have on others. As I reflect on the conversation I had with my doctor and the genuine comments she made about me, I can’t help thinking about just how much all women influence others more than we may realize. 

I may not have a big following just yet, but honestly, don’t we all influence those around us in some way? 

We have those who look to us for inspiration in how we dress, fix our hair or makeup, how we walk and carry ourselves. But not only that, people watch our attitude! Have you thought about that? How you greet (or don’t greet) others, the small talk with a cashier or other people waiting in line. Do you take the time to help others reach an item on a high shelf, or are you in such a hurry that you don’t have time for others? 

Oh yes, we all influence others in many ways!

And if you have raised children, you know the influence you have on them!  Good or bad, they absorb it all.  What we choose to do and say each and every day impacts others in some way.  

People are observing you every day and YOU can have a HUGE influence on THEM.

What message are you sending out? Is it one you would be proud of or one you might be ashamed of? 

I think we need to be more aware of what message we are sending others! 

Have a fabulous week my friends!

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Italian Sausage & Spinach Tortellini Soup

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Succulent Root Beer Spiral Ham

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Holiday Charcuteries

Dress Up the Holidays with a Simple Charcuterie! It seems like it’s always a time for a celebration of some kind, right? Let’s say you’re going to a party and need to bring a side-dish. It seems like everyone is either bringing a salad, a bag of chips, or a dessert. What can YOU do that will knock the socks off of everyone? A CHARCUTERIE of course. Now you may browse through Pinterest and see all kinds of AMAZING charcuterie boards and it won’t take long to get OVERWHELMED. There’s so much prep work to do. It’s going to cost a fortune to get all of those supplies. I’m not creative enough to pull off a charcuterie board! Well I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be difficult to look and taste INCREDIBLE! Trust me, you CAN do it!

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Honeycrisp Walnut Salad

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Oreo Cookie Poke Cake

This cake is simply delicious! Poke cakes, no matter the flavor, are fun and simple dessesrts to make. They just never disappoint. This cake turns it up a notch, not only because it uses pudding instead of gelatin, but because it has Oreos!!!! This Oreo Cookie Poke Cake is a chocolate cake infused with pockets of vanilla pudding and Oreo crumbs, and topped with Cool Whip and more Oreo crumbs AND mini Oreos, resulting in the most delicious slice of poke cake EVER!

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Chicken & Potato Chip Casserole

This chicken casserole is incredibly easy and will have the kids begging for more! Chicken, rice, and broccoli covered in melted cheese and topped with crispy potato chips! The ultimate in casserole comfort foods that I’m certain will become one of your favorites!

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Crock Pot Creamy Ranch Chicken

You will not believe just how amazing this recipe is and it is so versatile! When I say “creamy” I mean “really, really, creamy”! First of all, lets talk simplicity. There are those days when you just don’t have time to cook a meal, let alone one that will have everyone coming back for seconds! Do you hear Crock Pot Creamy Ranch Chicken calling? I do!

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Simply Divine Chocolate Zucchini Bread

If you love chocolate, be prepared for the most amazing chocolate recipe around. You will absolutely fall in love with my Simply Divine Chocolate Zucchini Bread! It is so incredibly easy and will remind you of your favorite chocolate cake - only this is BETTER!

This chocolate zucchini bread is not made with one, but TWO kinds of chocolate!!! That’s right, DOUBLE chocolate flavors make this bread absolutely decadent. It is incredibly moist and delicious! You may be asking yourself if this is really a quick bread or rather a cake, or is it indeed brownies . . ?

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Mama P’s Zucchini Bread

Mama P’s homemade zucchini bread is second to none! Turn your zucchini bounty into the most delicious zucchini bread you’ve ever experienced! Each moist, cakey slice is immersed with full-bodied sweetness, flecked with zucchini, and infused with just the right amount of cinnamon. Your tastebuds will thank you!

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