USA Archives - fiftytwothursdays https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/tag/usa/ style + fitness Wed, 20 May 2015 06:13:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.2 Fun & Easy 4th of July Recipes https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/dc/funeasy-4th-of-july-recipes/ https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/dc/funeasy-4th-of-july-recipes/#respond Tue, 01 Jul 2014 11:00:01 +0000 http://fiftytwothursdays.us/?p=2651 When you think of the 4th of July…fireworks, parades, barbecues, picnics, concerts and baseball games come to mind first…right? Of course, but we can’t forget the real reason why we are all here and what we are celebrating. We are so proud and thankful to be here in the heart of America to celebrate the Declaration of Independence and the many reasons why we love the red, white and blue! To get in the spirit we wanted to share our favorite 4th of July inspired recipes which include a Sangria, appetizer and dessert. For those of you lacking on time or dare we say creativity…these easy recipes will delight any party or crowd! The Star of the Show…The Star Spangled Sangria!!! All you need is Half a pineapple- cut in to star shapes Handful of strawberries, sliced Handful of blueberries 2 squeezed lemons 2 bottles of dry, white wine 1 cup of Triple Sec 1/2 cup Blueberry Vodka Mix and Enjoy! Red, White & Blue Kebab Appetizers This appetizer is so easy to make – add a little fig sauce or balsamic vinaigrette and oil sprinkled with salt and pepper for taste  Sweet Ending – Festive Chocolate Dipped Strawberries This one is always a […]

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]]> https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/dc/funeasy-4th-of-july-recipes/feed/ 0 Charity Spin Ride for Recovering Heroes https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/dc/charity-spin-ride-recovering-heroes/ https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/dc/charity-spin-ride-recovering-heroes/#respond Wed, 19 Mar 2014 12:00:18 +0000 http://fiftytwothursdays.us/?p=1574 Spin away to support an amazing organization, Patton Veterans Project and our Nation’s Hero’s!!  Sarah and I are beyond excited to participate in this upcoming event to help support our recovering heroes.  Who wouldn’t want to support a great cause while burning some calories and getting our bodies in shape for spring! Come join us on March 29th, 2014 from 4:00-5:00pm at ZenGo Cycle!! 4866 Cordell Ave., Bethesda with host Elizabeth McClure  $35 Per Person; Reserve your bike online at: www.zengocycle.com Growing up as a military brat, this charity hits very close to my heart. Our military personnel have served for us and now we have a chance to do something in return for them.  100% of the proceeds go directly to Patton Veterans Project’s I Was There Film Workshops.   Healing Our Vets From Post-Traumatic Patton Veterans Project, Inc.–Come Join a Fantastic Cause. About Patton Veterans Project, Inc. – Patton Veterans Project works directly with soldiers undergoing treatment for post- traumatic stress.  Participants take part in the multi day, I Was there Film Workshops.  Following an interactive lecture on film theory and storytelling, soldiers collaborate to conceive, shoot and edit short films.  These workshops are designed to help them make sense […]

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