I think I can be a bit too much of an idealist when it comes to life and, most of all, my job. I always envision my customers finding this great job and living happily ever after. Maybe I watched a bit too much Disney as a child.
On Monday, the security guard walked back into the JobLink Center. Remember the security guard? He was the one who apparently found his ideal job and had me to credit for a lot of the assistance. Well, he's not happy where he is now, and he's back to apply for something different. He said that he worked in a rough part of town in the security gig. Now he wants to work in security at the prison...I was thinking, talk about "rough." Anywho, he's back for Round 2 in the job search.
After a little marinating on this entire issue, I have to commend him for his resilience. At least he is continuing to search and is not phased by yet another career change. Will I ever be like that? No. I'll probably have about 5 jobs during my entire life, and I don't plan to change careers after next year. I can't judge the security guard though. He's a continuously positive guy, and he has no problem spending his life in the search for his niche in the career world.
Hopefully, 2nd time will be the charm for our friend though... for my sake.
Sweet Potato with Warm Bean Salad
**I found that this recipe seemed to miss that one something...add a small, spicy pepper or hot sauce to the bean salad. I think that's what it was missing.**
On Monday, the security guard walked back into the JobLink Center. Remember the security guard? He was the one who apparently found his ideal job and had me to credit for a lot of the assistance. Well, he's not happy where he is now, and he's back to apply for something different. He said that he worked in a rough part of town in the security gig. Now he wants to work in security at the prison...I was thinking, talk about "rough." Anywho, he's back for Round 2 in the job search.
After a little marinating on this entire issue, I have to commend him for his resilience. At least he is continuing to search and is not phased by yet another career change. Will I ever be like that? No. I'll probably have about 5 jobs during my entire life, and I don't plan to change careers after next year. I can't judge the security guard though. He's a continuously positive guy, and he has no problem spending his life in the search for his niche in the career world.
Hopefully, 2nd time will be the charm for our friend though... for my sake.
Sweet Potato with Warm Bean Salad
**I found that this recipe seemed to miss that one something...add a small, spicy pepper or hot sauce to the bean salad. I think that's what it was missing.**
4 medium sweet potatoes
1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Prick sweet potatoes with a fork in several places. Microwave on High until tender all the way to the center, 12 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place in a baking dish and bake at 425 degrees F until tender all the way to the center, about 1 hour.)
Meanwhile, in a medium microwaveable bowl, combine beans, tomatoes, oil, cumin, coriander and salt; microwave on High until just heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. (Alternatively, heat in a small saucepan over medium heat.)
When just cool enough to handle, slash each sweet potato lengthwise, press open to make a well in the center and spoon the bean mixture into the well. Top each with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of cilantro.
1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Prick sweet potatoes with a fork in several places. Microwave on High until tender all the way to the center, 12 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place in a baking dish and bake at 425 degrees F until tender all the way to the center, about 1 hour.)
Meanwhile, in a medium microwaveable bowl, combine beans, tomatoes, oil, cumin, coriander and salt; microwave on High until just heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. (Alternatively, heat in a small saucepan over medium heat.)
When just cool enough to handle, slash each sweet potato lengthwise, press open to make a well in the center and spoon the bean mixture into the well. Top each with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of cilantro.
how about some low carb recipes?
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