If U Seek Amy - Racy Lyrics Rock the Radio
January 24, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
“If U Seek Amy” Racy or Rocking
Last time this trendy mom checked the radio, media, and the rest of the world including Britney Spears weren’t responsible for raising my children. So what is up with all the hoopla around Britney Spears new single “If U Seek Amy” The Parents Television Council is warning parents about the Britney Spears song “If U Seek Amy” and urging radio stations not to broadcast it because they believe it violates the broadcast indecency law if aired between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. The Parents Television Council is livid that Britney Spears‘ cunningly titled
“If U Seek Amy” is getting radio play, despite the fact that the title and lyrics essentially say F-U-C-K Me.”
I just don’t get it. Can someone give me the low down on what in the F-U-C-K people are complaining about? If your children are between the ages of 1 - 9 like mine, it’s likely that your children don’t even catch the undertone of what is being said in Britney Spears new single “If U Seek Amy”. As for those with kid’s over the age of 9 – get serious, if you haven’t ever sworn in front of your child at this point and they have never heard you utter the word FUCK – What the F-U-C-K is wrong with you. That is right I do swear in front of my children, not often but it does happen and I am far from apologizing for it. Here’s a News Alert – even if your 9 year old wiz kid gets the under tone of the song, “If You See Amy” seize the opportunity to have an open dialog with your child and answer any questions they may have about it. Wow novel idea right? Use what happens in the media to help educate your child instead of letting someone else do it for you. Britney Spears has a tough enough time raising her own two children – don’t leave her to be your child’s moral compass. My children know that they are not to swear, but not because these are naught words but instead because they are ADULT words. Don’t get me wrong I don’t condone that my children swear but I would be an idiot to think that it will never happen and an even bigger idiot if I thought that they hadn’t heard those words on the play ground a time or 20.
Thank god that the controversy hasn’t stopped U.S. radio stations from playing “If You Seek Amy.” Six top 40 stations have the song in rotation this week, enough to place the track at No. 92 on the Billboard Pop 100 chart.
In my opinion, if you don’t like the song and you feel that the words might burst the bubble that you’re living in, then don’t allow your children to listen to it. This Trendy Tip mom and many others know that there are other things in the world much worse than Ms. Britney Spears getting her career back on track to worry about.
So listen away to Britney’s new single “If you Seek Amy” and sing aloud like I do – “All of the boys and girls are waiting to F-U-C-K me.”
PS Way to go Britney – you got them talking and I see
another #1 hit on the horizon…
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Score Big with Superbowl Snacks
January 23, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Score a “Touchdown” this Superbowl
with the perfect Football Finger Foods
Check out my top three Superbowl Snacks that Score Big
It’s Super Bowl time again! Weather you are having a few friends over for the game or heading out for a party, knowing what to bring is always a trick. I’m always keeping my eyes open for Finger Foods and Party Snacks that impress.
My first pick is an Artichoke Dip with a little Football KICK. I have served it at a few parties now and it has become one of my signature requests. You can adjust the “heat” of the dip to your personal preference by the amount of jalapeno peppers used.
Artichoke, Jalapeño and Parmesan Dip
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
4 pickled jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 (6-ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drain, reserve marinade
2 teaspoons
Tabasco green jalapeño sauce
Kosher or coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1. Use a food processor with metal blade to finely grate Parmesan cheese. Add the cream cheese, mixing well. Transfer cheese mixture to a mixing bowl.
Chop jalapeño peppers in processor; add drained artichoke hearts and process just until coarsely chopped. Add artichoke/jalapeño mixture and the jalapeño sauce to cheese mixture. Mix well. If needed, add small amount of additional marinade to obtain desired consistency. Salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve with a variety of crackers or chips.
Take a Hint from Rachel Ray
Baked Jalapeno Peppers
12 large jalapeño peppers
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 ounces Manchego cheese, grated
2 to 3 tablespoons green salad olives with pimientos, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preparation Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Slice off a lengthwise piece of each jalapeño then, using a small spoon or paring knife, scrape the seeds out of each pepper to make little jalapeño canoes. Chop the tops finely and add to a mixing bowl with the cream cheese, Manchego, green olives, parsley, salt and freshly ground black pepper. Use a small spoon to fill the canoes or transfer the mixture to a re-sealable plastic bag, snip off the end and squeeze the mixture into the hulls of your jalapeño canoes. Arrange the peppers on cookie sheet, transfer to the oven and roast for 15 minutes.
BANG BANG SHRIMP
1 lb shrimp, shelled and deveined (31-40 count work best)
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
5-10 drops Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce (add more to your personal spicy taste)
Corn Starch to coat the shrimp in
Mix mayo and sauces for coating . .set aside
Coat shrimp in corn starch
Deep fry the shrimp until lightly brown (4-5 minutes)
Drain on paper towel, toss in a bowl w/ the sauce
Serve in a lettuce lined bowl, top w/ chopped scallions
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Fabulous Meals On A Budget
January 23, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Now a days who doesn’t need Inexpensive Cooking Tips. Saving money on those things that you truly need goes hand and hand with an effective household budget. Eating out at expensive restaurants just doesn’t fit on the list of must do things. With two kids and a husband that grew up on eating out, one of our biggest struggles is finding ways to make inexpensive eating in, more fun then eating out. That’s where America’s Most Wanted Recipes came into our kitchen and started making dinner time fun and delicious for the whole family with its inexpensive cooking tips. Read more…
To start saving I take an inventory of our family’s favorite restaurants and food items. This gave me an immediate list of weekly menu items that were sure to be a hit with the family and not a hit on our household budget. From Applebee’s Baby Back Ribs and KFC Original Recipe Fried Chicken to California Pizza Kitchens BBQ Chicken Pizza the inexpensive cooking items from the America’s Most Wanted Recipes cookbook were the secret we were looking for.
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Quick and Easy 15 Minute Meals
January 20, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Quick and Easy 15 Minute Meals
As we head into 2009 my top resolution is to KEEP IT SIMPLE. This resolution includes meal time. Spending less time in the kitchen and more time with my family. Her are a few quick 15 minute meals that are sure to free up some time and hit the spot with your family. Make meal time family time with quick, easy 15 minute meals like these. Click Here to see other great 15 minute meal ideas from Cambell’s Soup
Mom’s Skillet Chicken and Rice in 15 minutes 
SUBMITTED BY: Campbell’s Kitchen
“This hearty combination of sautéed chicken, garlic, mixed vegetables and rice simmers to goodness in a creamy sauce–perfect for a busy night when you need to get dinner on the table in a hurry.”
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COOK TIME |
15 Min |
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READY IN |
15 Min |
INGREDIENTS
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken with Herbs Soup*
- 1 1/2 cups water**
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked instant white rice
- 2 cups frozen vegetable combination (broccoli, cauliflower, carrots)
DIRECTIONS
1. Sprinkle chicken with garlic.
2. Heat oil in skillet. Add chicken and cook until browned. Remove chicken.
3. Add soup, water and pepper. Heat to a boil.
4. Stir in rice and vegetables. Top with chicken. Cover and cook over low heat 5 minutes or until done.
FOOTNOTES
- Tip: *Or use 1 can (10 3/4 oz.) Campbell’s® Cream of Chicken OR 98% Fat Free Cream of Chicken Soup.
- **For creamier rice, increase water to 1 2/3 cups.
Speedy Chicken Enchiladas in 15 minutes
“Sautéed chicken cubes are coated with a sauce featuring Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup and salsa, then rolled up in flour tortillas and topped with another delicious sauce made from salsa and Campbell’s® Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup.”
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COOK TIME |
15 Min |
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READY IN |
15 Min |
INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free)
- 1 cup Pace® Thick & Chunky Salsa
- 8 6-inch flour tortillas
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell’s® Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup
DIRECTIONS
1. Cook chicken in nonstick skillet until browned and done, stirring often. Add chicken soup and 1/2 cup salsa. Heat through.
2. Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla. Roll up tortilla around filling and place seam-side down in 2-quart microwave-safe baking dish.
3. Mix cheese soup and remaining salsa and pour over enchiladas. Cover.
4. Microwave on HIGH 5 minutes or until hot.
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Trendy Tip Mom - Michelle Obama
January 19, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Michelle Obama - What will she wear next???
Trendy Tip Moms search google and you’re sure to fine over a million pictures of our future First Lady, Michelle Obama. That’s right over a million! I have to admit it does scare me a little that throughout the presidential election so much attention was paid to not only the clothing and attire of Sarah Palin but also that of Michelle Obama. The Chicago native’s fashion has come into focus throughout the campaign and now as the race is on to see which designer Michelle Obama will adorn for the inauguration just a few days away.
Working class mom, daughter, wife and First Lady, what ever you call her she is a fashion leader in her own right. Likened to Jackie O’s distinct style, Michelle Obama looks classy but comfortable all at the same time. Only in modern society is the fashion of our future first lady garnering as much attention as her political view. Throughout the campaign Michelle Obama has dawned the fashions of White House/Black Market, J Crew, and many local Chicago based designers. Her claim is to wear versatile fashions that are not only classic and timeless but also affordable.
This Trendy Tip mom can’t wait to see what Michelle Obama has in store for us in the coming years. Fashion, leadership, motherhood and political views I want to see it all.
Michelle Obama is definitely an addition to the Trendy Tip Mom Fashion look out club. Here are a few quick looks back at top Michelle Obama looks over the last year.
Get her look for less shop online.
Michelle Obama on The Ellen Show
Michelle Obama on Good Morning America
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