Keeping it Real...Welcome! No matter how you found this, God knew you'd be here today. May you absorb the message He has for you. In 2011 I shared through my writing, today I've learned there is more to me than just writing. I have the energy and passion to share with others. Sometimes through Facebook live and others with my blog and most importantly, I've learned my passion to cook and bake is a vessel to share my writing and live presentations, while glorifying God in the process. I just needed to let go, and follow His lead.
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8/19/2021
Will you open the gate?![]() As a child I was timid and afraid of what I couldn't see. As an adult, there are times when this still holds true yet I'm thankful to share that as I get older, the more I realize some of the best memories came from the excitement and anticipation of not knowing. Wow, that's a very long, run-on sentence! A professional blogger would edit and make corrections, then there is me...LOL Here's the deal, if we spend our lives afraid of what might be on the other side of the closed door, or gate, we will miss the exciting opportunities God has placed in our lives. There are times when He opens the door wide and calls you in and other times, He waits for you to have the courage to open the door yourself. As you stand before this gate, what holds you back? What's on the other side? Will you go alone or invite God to join you for the journey? I suggest praying, opening the door, and going with God's grace and strength! You won't go wrong when you are following His lead and include Him.
I hope you take a chance...
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6/24/2021
My Work Buddy...

The last day of school is tomorrow! It is a bittersweet day. I will miss the students and my work family over the summer yet I'm equally excited for more time with my family. Summer is a time to refresh, relax, and catch our breath. What are you summer plans while school is on vacation?
I look forward to spending time with my work buddies, our dog and cat. This week I'm organizing, prioritizing, and list making. The goal is to make sure everything that NEEDS to be done, I HOPE to get done, and DREAM to accomplish are all written down. This is how I end the school year and move into summer vacation. Regardless of the season, or the reason, things are smoother and easier when you have a plan and goals.
This year I am not teaching summer school. Instead, I am dedicating my time and energy into solidifying, strengthening, and building my Epicure team. You can look forward to at least a couple releases in the near future that I created to organize my home and business. I'm releasing them in hopes they might help another direct sales representative manage and succeed.
No worries, the blogs won't be all business this summer. The Savory Saturday blogs will continue because I enjoy sharing (some) meals I've made during the week. I have a few writing projects I hope to 1) complete 2) Outline or 3) Draft. These will be shared and teased out in the T.O.P.'s Tuesday blogs. Thursdays, are open for photos and to share God's creation around me. These are some of my favorites blogs to write.
Thank you for following the blog, your prayers, and support!
I look forward to spending time with my work buddies, our dog and cat. This week I'm organizing, prioritizing, and list making. The goal is to make sure everything that NEEDS to be done, I HOPE to get done, and DREAM to accomplish are all written down. This is how I end the school year and move into summer vacation. Regardless of the season, or the reason, things are smoother and easier when you have a plan and goals.
This year I am not teaching summer school. Instead, I am dedicating my time and energy into solidifying, strengthening, and building my Epicure team. You can look forward to at least a couple releases in the near future that I created to organize my home and business. I'm releasing them in hopes they might help another direct sales representative manage and succeed.
No worries, the blogs won't be all business this summer. The Savory Saturday blogs will continue because I enjoy sharing (some) meals I've made during the week. I have a few writing projects I hope to 1) complete 2) Outline or 3) Draft. These will be shared and teased out in the T.O.P.'s Tuesday blogs. Thursdays, are open for photos and to share God's creation around me. These are some of my favorites blogs to write.
Thank you for following the blog, your prayers, and support!
Who is your side-kick when working at home?

As I increase the numbers of plates spinning at one time, I tried an array of organization strategies. As I drafted my ideas on paper, tried it for a week or two, and then made changes. Weeks of trial and error have developed into this planner. This is a work in progress. It will release in the near future.
While finishing this one, a couple more ideas cams to mind so stay tuned. I'm excited to get organized on a personal level and share these tools with you. Rather than a 6-month or annual planner, this is for 1 month!
Yup, one month.
Look at the ways this planner can get you organized...
*Meals
*Grocery Lists
*Appointments
*Weekly Priority Goals
*Phone Calls
*IPA's (Income Producing Activities)
*Track & Schedule &Social Media Posts
*Follow-ups/Reach Outs/Personal
*Journal and Note-taking pages
I encourage you to give this monthly planner a try and see if it helps you organize everything on your schedule in one spot. A planner with space for your lists, appointments, and more. After you try it for a month or two, leave a review on Amazon to help others searching for a panner. Thank you in advance for your purchase and review.
While finishing this one, a couple more ideas cams to mind so stay tuned. I'm excited to get organized on a personal level and share these tools with you. Rather than a 6-month or annual planner, this is for 1 month!
Yup, one month.
Look at the ways this planner can get you organized...
*Meals
*Grocery Lists
*Appointments
*Weekly Priority Goals
*Phone Calls
*IPA's (Income Producing Activities)
*Track & Schedule &Social Media Posts
*Follow-ups/Reach Outs/Personal
*Journal and Note-taking pages
I encourage you to give this monthly planner a try and see if it helps you organize everything on your schedule in one spot. A planner with space for your lists, appointments, and more. After you try it for a month or two, leave a review on Amazon to help others searching for a panner. Thank you in advance for your purchase and review.
This planner will keep you organized each month
as you manage your direct-sales business & home!
Are you a Taco Tuesday house?

One of my favorite memories was the excitement my Mom had for "Taco Tuesday". She looked forward to Tacos each Tuesday, something our daughter still enjoys. My mom would have enjoyed Epicure's Taco options.
Three variations of healthy, delicious, and quick tacos. They meet every family's time saving and health needs.
1) Easy Peasy Taco - A vegetarian Taco mix - all you need are your taco shells and toppings (2 packages for $17.95)
2) Taco Seasoning - just add your own ground meat (3 packages for $9.75)
lisabuske.epicure.com/en-us/product/taco-seasoning3) Taco Seasoning in a jar - add your ground meat and toppings (1 for $6.95)
Three variations of healthy, delicious, and quick tacos. They meet every family's time saving and health needs.
1) Easy Peasy Taco - A vegetarian Taco mix - all you need are your taco shells and toppings (2 packages for $17.95)
2) Taco Seasoning - just add your own ground meat (3 packages for $9.75)
lisabuske.epicure.com/en-us/product/taco-seasoning3) Taco Seasoning in a jar - add your ground meat and toppings (1 for $6.95)

Taco Night isn't complete without the toppings and fillings. I used one Epicure 4-Cup Prep Bowl and Epicure's 1-Cup Prep Bowls to set up the extras. I used the board my Dad made me, you could use a cutting board from your house. The bowls dress it up & makes for easy clean up!
Epicure Dips & Toppings used:
1) Poco Picante (Salsa)
2) Creamy Garlic Hummus
3) Guacamole
4) Nacho Cheese Dip
When is your next Taco night? Are you ready to prepare a healthier Taco for you and your family? Have you been looing for a delicious vegetarian Taco? The Easy Peasy Taco seasoning, comes in a package of two and is the answer to your vegetarian Taco dilemma.
Epicure Dips & Toppings used:
1) Poco Picante (Salsa)
2) Creamy Garlic Hummus
3) Guacamole
4) Nacho Cheese Dip
When is your next Taco night? Are you ready to prepare a healthier Taco for you and your family? Have you been looing for a delicious vegetarian Taco? The Easy Peasy Taco seasoning, comes in a package of two and is the answer to your vegetarian Taco dilemma.
I look forward to seeing your Epicure Taco Night!
I invite you to share your Epicure meals on my
"Keeping it Real Cooking with Lisa" Facebook page!
Do you enjoy a delicious Chicken Wing Dip?

Chicken Wing Dip is one of my favorite hot dips at a gatherings. I found a recipe to Epicurize this traditional favorite. Click here for the recipe.
The ingredients in this Epicure recipe:
Ingredients1 pkg (8 oz/250 g) light cream cheese
1 cup light mayo with 2 tbsp Creamy Ranch
1 cup shredded cheese
1 tbsp Nacho Cheese Dip Mix
1 tbsp Creamy Ranch Dip Mix
1 tbsp Buffalo Wings Seasoning (seasonal)
1 cooked chicken breast, shredded (cook with BBQ Chicken & Rib Rub or a Chicken Seasoning) for added flavor
The ingredients in this Epicure recipe:
Ingredients1 pkg (8 oz/250 g) light cream cheese
1 cup light mayo with 2 tbsp Creamy Ranch
1 cup shredded cheese
1 tbsp Nacho Cheese Dip Mix
1 tbsp Creamy Ranch Dip Mix
1 tbsp Buffalo Wings Seasoning (seasonal)
1 cooked chicken breast, shredded (cook with BBQ Chicken & Rib Rub or a Chicken Seasoning) for added flavor
Your family favorite just got healthier!
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