1. Put on an apron and make a big batch of Pine Bark, a fabulous recipe by Paula Deen (see details below). Eat half a dozen and give the rest away to your friends and neighbors. Now, just because you're depressed doesn't mean you want to get chubby so don't go overboard on eating these things, because they are addictive! Believe me! They make great gifts wrapped in pretty packages and bows.
2. Schedule a day at the salon for a mani/pedicure. A little pampering is good for the soul! Invite a friend to go with you so you can catch up on the latest gossip!
3. Read a good book that's not about babies or getting pregnant. Find a funny book such as "The Sweet Potato Queens' Book of Love." It will make you laugh, and teach you a few things about crazy Southern women.
4. Take a walk around the neighborhood, park, lake, river, ocean....wherever you can get out and breathe in fresh air. Your soul needs it! Find a friend who will keep you company.
5. Most importantly...keep your social calendar full. Stay busy.
PINE BARK by Paula Deen
35 saltine crackers
1 cup butter
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
5 (4-ounce) milk chocolate bars, broken into pieces
Here's how you do it: Put oven on 400 degrees F.
Line a large 1-inch jelly roll pan with tin foil. Spray foil with non-stick cooking spray.
Place saltine crackers, salty side up, in prepared pan. In a saucepan, boil butter and sugar for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in almond extract. Pour mixture over crackers and bake for 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from oven, top with candy bars, and spread evenly as chocolate begins to melt. Cool slightly and transfer onto waxed paper. Allow to cool completely. This is so yummy!!!! Enjoy!
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