So...whats for dinner?
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That iron contraption was something I found in the shed, my Dad must have used it for something.
Sweet Itailian Sausages in a hotdog bun for suppa tonight w/ peppers and onions.
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Crazy busy for a Tuesday, got to love the crot pot. BBQ pork sands and a salad.
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Hi everyone! Sorry I haven't been around. I have been reading a little every day and trying to catch up and enjoying all of your posts. We have been trying to enjoy the last of summer and also trying to get used to our new schedule with DS #1 starting school. This past weekend we went to the lake for one last hurrah after soccer was done. It was cool and breezy but we got lucky and by 5 the wind went away and we had a wonderful evening. It does make me wonder how cool it will be for our last camping trip on Columbus weekend?!
Tonight I made Shepard's pie. I had a very busy and productive day and went through the kids clothes in their dressers and pulled all the stuff that didn't fit them and added things from hand me down totes for the new year. Re arranged some furniture in my dining room and gutted a cabinet and re did my spice rack on top of working and going to PT. Feels good to make a dent in things though. I also (kind of) had to laugh. I went to the basement to change the litter box and noticed a drip from a pipe. Dh came home and I told him about it. I have been complaining that I want a new toilet for the downstairs bath- the handle on it can stick and it has a weak flush. Dh said it was fine....well the seal was gone on it or something so now it is in the garage awaiting the dump- he dropped it and chipped it! So now I need to repaint the bathroom and get a new toilet in the next two weeks before my sons birthday party. So wishes do come true- just not the way you wish for them!!
All in a day I suppose....
Hope everyone is well- love to all of you.
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LOL Laurie! Be careful what you wish for I guess. I made eggplant lasagna tonight. It was good! I sliced, sweated and then baked the eggplant and used that instead of noodles. Didn't miss the noodles at all. Had some collard greens with it. I should have just put them in the lasagna. Next time.
Apple, Ina Garten has a recipe for matzah balls that my MIL uses. It is lighter than the standard matzah balls. I think the recipe she used for those was just on the box of matzah balls. If I could post a link I'd find it and post it.
We just booked a flight for Paris over Thanksgiving week. Will be going to Paris for 3 days, then taking the Chunnel to London for four days. DH has a friend in London who is having an affair, and I thought it would be ridiculous not to take the opportunity to visit Paris as well. I am so excited! Better get a passport, I am sure the time will fly by.0 -
Michelle - I will let you know how the unsalted nuts turn out salted... haven't tried yet.
Dinner was chicken breast with Michele's (aka Tazzy) Mexican Rice.
Hugs to all xx
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Just a quick post - if you are curious about me, check out this discussion:
http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/8/topic/793736?page=1#post_3214634
The stage IV gals are playing a little game of "five questions" to learn more about each other. There's a thread with a link to some of the others who have been asked:
http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/8/topic/793537?page=1#idx_7
I'll add my link tomorrow.
Night, all!
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Michelle- Just loved reading your answers to the 5 questions, so interresting even though we think we may know a lot about each other on here we really don't. It was nice to hear about your adventures and who you really are. I thought your idea of who would play you, (tina fey) and your DH would be (John goodman) so funny and cute. I love Saturday night live and if your family is like that, what a great life you have lol! I didn't know your DD went to SOU (Southern Oregon University) I did too! Where my dad lives now is only about 30 miles from there. Ashland is so beautiful. Thanks for the link so we could get a little more insight into your life. You are truely a unique and special person, I guess thats why we all love you.
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Kay - you will love that trip! But three days in Paris is really not much time, you'll have a hard time choosing which attractions to see. If you want to go to the Eiffel Tower, try to buy tickets to the top in advance (unless you want to climb the 700 steps). When we were there, they had just one lift working so the lines were outrageous. You won't want to waste any time standing in line. Get your tickets for the Eurostar as early as possible. Just like airline tickets, the least expensive tickets sell out early. I think we paid $58 each way and it was the first thing we booked after our airline tickets.
Debbie - yes, she went to SOU because when she was a junior, her AP English teachers took a group from her high school to Ashland for the Shakespeare festival (I think it's the longest running festival in the country) and they stayed in dorms at SOU. She didn't really know where she wanted to go to school, and so she decided on SOU. It is a beautiful setting, for sure!
I have to try and find the picture that my daughter says makes me look like Sara Palin. I know it's from her wedding, which was ten years ago. Pretty funny, really!
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Debbie Yes, we do love the butternut squash, and acorn squash is a favorite. We gave the leftover squash to the dog...and she seemed to love it! ha ha
Michelle Loved reading your five question post. We have a pull behind RV, so the gas is dependent on the type of vehicle you tow it with, it also alows us to have a vehicle to drive once we get to our destination. We do not camp much anymore, but when the kids were here, we travelled along the east coast, all the way to Florida and SC, Virginia, and Canada. Saves money with a family to be able to eat "at home" part of the time.
Laurie Sounds like you had a burst of energy. Love it when I get one of those days (rare these days, post Ca) It is such a great feeling when getting things all in order.
Tazzy My friend uses Michelle's recipe on pretzels and bakes them....sooo good.
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luv - have been enjoying the 5 questions from its inception!
bedo - it is "talk like a pirate day" today! - that was you who enjoyed it, right?
I make acorn squash for Thanksgiving - par-cook the squash in the microwave, then bake in the oven with a paste of brown sugar, cinnamon and butter brushed over the inside. Also like to make an entree by stuffing them with regular stuffing, chopped apple and cooked spicy maple sausage, then bake.
Here is the link with Ina Garten's recipe:
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/matzo-balls-recipe/index.html
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Carrie- So happy for you that you get to go to paris, how exciting I am sure Michelle can give you all kinds of good tips on good places to eat too. And shame on the friend who is having an affair LOL!
Specialk- I prepare mine the same way, forgot to mention the melted butter but I bake mine in some water in a pan. Will have to try the microwave version.
Michelle- Can't wait to see your pictures of you looking like Sarah Palin when you were younger
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Bedo, this is for you LOL!
Top Ten Pickup lines for use on International Talk Like a Pirate Day
(We came up with these in an effort to interest The Other Dave (Letterman) in TLAPD. His staff liked 'em, but alas, his show was"dark" the week of Sept. 19.)
10 . Avast, me proud beauty! Wanna know why my Roger is so Jolly?
9. Have ya ever met a man with a real yardarm?
8. Come on up and see me urchins.
7. Yes, that is a hornpipe in my pocket and I am happy to see you.
6. I'd love to drop anchor in your lagoon.
5. Pardon me, but would ya mind if I fired me cannon through your porthole?
4. How'd you like to scrape the barnacles off of me rudder?
3. Ya know, darlin’, I’m 97 percent chum free.
2. Well blow me down?
And the number one pickup line for use on International Talk Like a Pirate Day is …
1. Prepare to be boarded.
Bonus pickup lines (when the ones above don't work, as they often won't)
They don’t call me Long John because my head is so big.
You’re drinking a Salty Dog? How’d you like to try the real thing?
Wanna shiver me timbers?
I’ve sailed the seven seas, and you’re the sleekest schooner I’ve ever sighted.
Brwaack! Polly want a cracker? … Oh, wait. That’s for Talk Like a PARROT Day.
That’s the finest pirate booty I’ve ever laid eyes on.
Let's get together and haul some keel.
That’s some treasure chest you’ve got there.
Top Ten Pickup Lines for the Lady Pirates
By popular demand ...
10. What are YOU doing here?
9. Is that a belayin' pin in yer britches, or are ye ... (this one is never completed)
8. Come show me how ye bury yer treasure, lad!
7. So, tell me, why do they call ye, "Cap'n Feathersword?"
6. That's quite a cutlass ye got thar, what ye need is a good scabbard!
5. Aye, I guarantee ye, I've had a twenty percent decrease in me "lice ratio!"
4. I've crushed seventeen men's skulls between me thighs!
3. C'mon, lad, shiver me timbers!
2. RAMMING SPEED!
...and the number one Female Pirate Pick-up Line:
1. You. Pants Off. Now!
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Debbie - ROFLMAO!!!
Everyone should check out Susan_02143's responses to my five questions - absolutely fascinating stuff! She's been holding back a bit on the cooking/recipe sharing
You'll see what I mean when you read her story.http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/8/topic/793749?page=1#idx_13
I spent the afternoon with my mom and she was a much happier person. Apparently, the anti-depressant is doing its job and that is a good thing. We had a nice visit with her siblings and she was still smiling when I took her back to her apartment. {sigh of relief!}
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AAAARGH Debbie You dunn got me mixed up with another matey! I am not going to Paris (DAMN) but I do know of someone having an affair LOL (dont we all?)
Love reading your pirate humor.....you really have too much time on your hands!! I think you should be a pirate for Halloween
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Michele, that it's really good news about your mom.
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Kay, have a wonderful time!! Could you clarify this "affair" comment....I think there may be several meanings. LOL. Tho our Parisien friend who had us visit was always in the midst of an "affair"....yes that kind!
Having a beautiful day on MV...about to go out for ribs at Smoke n Bones...Bill Clinton's favorite barbecue place before he became vegan! Will let you know....0 -
LOL! I didn't realize that affair comment referred to me. DH's friend is such a great guy, I've only met him a few times but he is just one of a kind. He grew up very working class, one of 8 kids and a hard working dad. He is very talented and became very wealthy and successful. His mother recently died and he started a foundation in her name. The affair we're going to is a black tie gala for the foundation. I know it is going to be a lot of fun.
Michelle, thanks for the tip. I will make that reservation tonight. I know three days are short for Paris, but both DH and I work full time and I use some of my time off for doctor's appointments and things for my daughter, so time off is limited. We could have spent all the time in London, but it's only a two hour train ride to Paris, so we decided to take advantage of it. We are used to whirl wind vacations where we are up and on the go constantly. We'll see the highlights, but we won't get to do everything. I actually kind of like it that way. I hate to be still on vacations, unless I am just laying on the beach. I'll need a vacation from the vacation when I get back LOL.
I love the thread with the five questions. What a great idea. It is nice to learn more about people. And both you and Susan have such interesting stories. I can't believe she never uses processed foods. I wish I could get closer to that.0 -
Michelle, glad your mom is calming down. Also love your answers!
Love, I am jealous, I hope you enjoy the trip.
Talk like a pirate day is important around here. We have Pirate Fest here early in the summer. We have about 20 - 25,000 people for it. Look up Port Washington Pirate Fest,our other big fest is Fish days,about twice that many. Couldn't make it to either this year, but wait til next year! . Unfortunately,I will be eating a frozen dinner, today, my Home nurse came today to replace my port access, did not go swell, after four pokes, she called her supervisor, she tried three times, and they used up all the needles in the kit and found out the wrong sizee were in the kit. Since my ABX IS SUPPOSED to be timed the could not wait for a new delivery, so I Went to th e cancer care center to be accessed for the week. They got it first try and treated my lovely ripped skin thyat was under the tape. Then they watched me give myself the abx, cause they couldn't give it to me cause I brought it in. I am tired, shaky, and a bit steamed, not a fun day. So, long story is why I am just eating a tv dinner. LOL. Sorry to make you read it, but if I had to live it, you guys get to to read it. LOL!0 -
(((Moonflower))) - what a horrible day! I hope you have dessert with that tv dinner, you deserve it!
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Thx, Michelle. That is a nice part of my day, a neighbor brought over a half pie made from my Apple tree, guess she did not pick enough for two pies! LOL.
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Kay- Omg, I am laughing so hard right now, I was thinking to myself how nonchalant you said you were going to visit a friend who is having an affair. LOL!! Too funny. See how rumors get started (by someone like me) hehe! Have fun in paris.
Carrie- LOL-Well matey sorry you are not going to paris, would you like to? LOL!
Lacey- So glad you asked Kay to clarify that, it never entered my mind it was somthing else. Smart thinking! Ha!
Michelle- So happy to hear your mom is adjusting now to her new place and smileing again. Loved the comments Susan wrote on her 5 questioner. Wow she is amazing that she cooks everything from scratch and no cans in the pantry. Truely amazing!
DH is off golfing so just watched the movie "The Vow" it was so good and sad too. It is based on a true story. Making me a steak sandwich for dinner and Kale chips.
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Moon- Ohhh so sorry you had to go through all that, I hate when someone does not know how to take blood right and keeps poking you. Next time let them know you want someone who knows what the heck they are doing. Glad you got some apple pie in with that TV dinner. ((((((hugs))))))
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Wacky Wednesdays, they drive me nuts! Whatever I can find that is leftover.
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Am I the only one who thought Kay might mean some kind of gala event?
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Gosh Moonflower - Sounds like you need a ((((BIG HUG)))). Hope you are eating that TV dinner with your feet propped up on sofa and cuddled under a warm blanket. YUM - Apple pie. You were the one describing the very old apple tree you had thought about cutting down, right?
I lived for a few months in Fort Walton Beach, FL in my youth. They had (still have I think) Billy Bowlegs festival, pirate too. Many pirates in Wisconsin???
I have a fig bush (not "tree" size) that actually has about 20 peanut-sized and some bigger figs on it. I can't wait though it has had about 3 this year already. Brown turkey fig OK for homegrown. Bought some at Central Market few weeks ago. Tiger stripped but about $4/pound; don't buy many at that price but at least you can eat the whole thing, no central pit. Tree had none last year with our drought even though DH watered it daily. They should make figs, don't think first freeze is until mid. November.
Having easy stir fry of smoked sausage. Just something easy, not many dishes and don't have to think about it too much. Know it's not the greatest for nutrition but right now a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do. It was probably gonna be a bowl of oatmeal for me and DH could fend for himself when he gets home.
Chabba - I thought Paris, pearls, men to swoon over, wine. Love the use of "affair" or as us southerners are wont to say "he's having a do" and don't mean a hairdo. LOL.
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Moon... So sorry that things went so horribly today...
Michelle,
Thanks for the heads up on the "5 Questions" thread.... What wonderful insight into the real people behind this disease..... Loved and appreciated your very real and heartfelt responses to those questions! I appreciate all of your posts here and loved learning a little bit more about you!
Ahoy Debbie,
Bwaaaaa haaaa haaaa on the Talk Like A Pirate Day quotes..... Too Funny!!!! Last time I posted I said I was just doing a quick fly-by and you said you saw me.... I forgot to add that I was feeling so crabby that the only way you saw me flying by was on my BROOM! LOL........0 -
Chabba, I, and I'm sure a few others, were picturing a gala event! Glad for that clarification, Kay.
Michelle, so glad that mom's mood has lifted!
Moonflr, I agree that you need to ask for an experienced person before allowing any pokes in the future. Sorry for your awful day.
Had grilled shrimp over dirty rice at Smoke n Bones, since I could not get into lots of meat tonight. We sinfully enjoyed the best fried onion rings, sweet potato fries and the most scrumptious cornbread. I will be up early walking it off tomorrow!
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moon - what a bummer of a day! So sorry!
We are seriously pirate-y here in Tampa - after all, our football team is names the Buccaneers! Here is a pic of the annual Gasparilla Festival:
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Aw Moon, you've really had more than your share of crap with this. Hope you've turned the corner! ((hugs))
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My Sara Palin look-alike...at least that's what my family thinks. LOL, my picture is 10 1/2 years old!!!
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