A genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus but a molder of consensus.

Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.

All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence.

An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity.

Monte Cristos- serves 4

Spread 8 slices of potato bread with dijon mustard.  Layer 4 bread slices with 2 pieces of swiss cheese and one good sized piece of cooked ham. Top with remaining slices of bread. In a small bowl whisk together 4 eggs, 1/2 cup milk, salt and pepper. Dip sandwiches in egg mixture. Melt 4 tbsp butter in skillet. Cook sandwiches on each side until golden brown. Dust lightly with confectioners sugar.

Greens, Eggs, and Ham – serves 4

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. On a baking sheet place 8 slices of rye bread. Layer 4 bread slices with 2 slices of swiss or provalone cheese. Layer with a few pieces of thinly sliced cooked ham. Heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Meanwhile in a skillet heat 2 tbsp butter and fry 4 eggs as desired. Top ham and cheese with fried egg and then with a pinch of baby spinach. Salt and pepper to taste.

Ham and Cheese Pasta Bake – serves 12

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Boil 1 box of bow tie pasta until cooked and drain. In medium baking dish combine pasta, I onion coarsely chopped, 3 cups mushrooms, 2 cups cubed cooked ham, and 2 tomatoes diced. Once mixed together fold in 2 tbsp melted butter, 1/2 cup shredded swiss, 1/2 cup shredded chedder, and 1 cup parmesan. Top with bread crumbs and 2 more tbsp melted butter. Bake for 25 minutes.

 Also add leftover ham to:  Split Pea Soup, Mac n’ Cheese, Western Omelets, Cuban Sandwiches, Fried Rice, Navy Bean Soup, Pizza with Pineapples, Grilled Cheese, Baked Beans, & Casseroles.

-Keep parts together, such as lights and extension cords

-Use tissue paper between layers of ornaments, organize by color and scheme or use egg cartons for small fragile ornaments

-Purchase a long flat bin to store wrapping paper and gift bags. After holiday clearence sales are a great time to stock up for next year