Sugar Cookies LISA’S KITCHEN
• 2 1/2 cups flour • 2 tsp baking powder • 1/2 cup butter, softened • 1 cup sugar • 1 egg • 1/4 cup milk • 2 tsp vanilla extract INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS We love making holiday cookies, and this recipe is our family favorite! We always double the recipe! From the kitchen of Linea Heiny.
Unconventional Items to Pack on Your Next Flight Elevate Your Travel Experience
When preparing for your flight, it is essential to pack the basics, such as clothing, medications, toiletries, and your travel documents. However, there are some surprising and often overlooked items that can greatly enhance your flying experience. These unexpected additions in your carry-on can make your air travel experience more comfortable, enjoyable, and stress-free. Electrolytes Flying is dehydrating! Because airplane cabins are kept at a lower humidity level, your body dehydrates quicker than normal. To help keep your body hydrated without a dozen trips to the bathroom over the course of your flight, pack some electrolyte packets to mix into your water. Speaking of water, pack an empty water bottle with you, and after passing through security, you can fill it up at a water fountain! Noise-Canceling Headphones Flights can be noisy. You can never predict crying babies, loud talkers, or hyper kids traveling alongside you. Noise-canceling headphones can provide a peaceful oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of the airplane. They block out ambient noise and allow you to relax, listen to music, or enjoy in-flight entertainment without any distractions. Compression Socks Wearing compression socks on an airplane is crucial for maintaining healthy circulation during long flights. Prolonged periods of sitting can lead to blood pooling in your legs, causing swelling, poor circulation, and even deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Compression socks apply gentle pressure to your legs, reducing discomfort and circulation complications. Portable Charger
1. In a large bowl, cream butter, gradually adding sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, milk, and vanilla extract and beat well. 2. Mix together flour and baking powder. 3. Add flour mixture to wet ingredients in small amounts, beating after each addition. Once all ingredients are combined, chill thoroughly 4-6 hours. 4. Preheat oven to 425 F. 5. Roll out dough to 1/8”-1/4” thickness (3/16” is perfect!) using as little additional flour as possible and cut cookie shapes. 6. Place on lightly greased (sprayed) cookie sheets. clothes for low-income families who need a helping hand during rough times. Year-round, The Salvation Army has numerous programs to help those in need with services like emergency shelters, job training, child care, financial assistance, and so much more. Sometimes, falling into the shopping frenzy this time of year can be easy, and we know all too well! Yet, the holiday season is such an incredible time to help those less fortunate and give back to our community, which is why we ring our bells every year! 7. Sprinkle with sugar (if not icing cookies). 8. Bake for 5–7 minutes. Do not brown!
On Realtor Wednesdays from 4–6 p.m., you will find us in front of Fry’s Marketplace in Anthem, and we would love for you to come by, even just to say hi or drop off the change in your car cup holder! If our time spent raising money for The Salvation Army this year were to help even just a single family, we would be overjoyed. Let us all come together this Christmas to make it the best one yet for our community! –Dennis & Lisa Jones
While you may have remembered to pack your plug-in phone charger, bringing along a portable charger and power bank is a lifesaver! Sometimes, finding an available charging station in a crowded airport can be tricky. But having a backup power source on the plane makes it possible to keep your devices charged throughout your journey! When packing for your next flight, don’t forget to include these trip-saving items in your carry-on for a more pleasant travel experience — you will be glad you did!
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