A special message to acknowledge a family Birthday today. Happy Birthday to the man himself! Even if he doesn't see this, it is the thought that counts. And also special mention to his wonderful Mother!
I always think we should make note of all Birthdays within our family. Here, here!! And since March is approaching, don't we have a lot of celebrating to do !
Take care
Saturday, February 28, 2015
Friday, February 27, 2015
Pork chops and Tarot cards
I, just as often as frying, use Shake'n'Bake for pork, and cook them in the oven. When I use the Shake'n'Bake, the first time, I freeze the leftovers for the next time, so each box does us for 4 meals. Boneless pork or chicken, takes the about same time in the oven as frozen French Fries, so it makes a quick and easy meal. I plan to try using the little pork chops for stir-fries by cutting them into thin strips, That cut can also make a dish we like, by dredging the strips in flour and browning them off, and then putting them in a casserole with honey garlic B-B-Q sauce, and cooking in the oven for 30-40 minutes. The skewers worked fairly well, and I imagine I could have used several other salad dressings for marinade. Anything with citrus would probably work well. We often find the little pork chops for $1.00 each, so that sure helps the budget, but will probably change given the current exchange rate.
I never thought of making a silk bag for my Tarot cards. What a neat idea! After all, I have a fancy little embroidered bag for my Rune stones. The cards just sit in the original box on my bookshelf, but I have a lot ( a whole plastic tub) of silk and silk remnants. I once bought several bags of re-cycled Kimono silk pieces, some pretty small. I have used them making eye glass cases, but this would be a good use too. Something I read( I have no idea where) said that Rune stones must be cast on silk. I've thought of making a piece for that--just because.
Now, anyone reading this will assume we are very creepy, superstitious people, but I really like the idea in the Kidd Novels, where the Tarot is just a spring board to creative thinking, which, of course, is how we use the Rune stones as well.
Even with grocery prices being as high as they are, we had enough left over this month to buy a wine kit. We have had a lot of problems with the the last few kits we bought, even though we have used the same brand for years, so we bought a slightly more expensive brand and hope for a good product. The fellow in the wine store said that there had been a lot of recent problems with the other brand, and a lot of his customers were changing.
I never thought of making a silk bag for my Tarot cards. What a neat idea! After all, I have a fancy little embroidered bag for my Rune stones. The cards just sit in the original box on my bookshelf, but I have a lot ( a whole plastic tub) of silk and silk remnants. I once bought several bags of re-cycled Kimono silk pieces, some pretty small. I have used them making eye glass cases, but this would be a good use too. Something I read( I have no idea where) said that Rune stones must be cast on silk. I've thought of making a piece for that--just because.
Now, anyone reading this will assume we are very creepy, superstitious people, but I really like the idea in the Kidd Novels, where the Tarot is just a spring board to creative thinking, which, of course, is how we use the Rune stones as well.
Even with grocery prices being as high as they are, we had enough left over this month to buy a wine kit. We have had a lot of problems with the the last few kits we bought, even though we have used the same brand for years, so we bought a slightly more expensive brand and hope for a good product. The fellow in the wine store said that there had been a lot of recent problems with the other brand, and a lot of his customers were changing.
Food
Shopping is becoming a "not so wonderful" experience anymore. I tend to dread it rather than enjoy the outing so appreciate your comments. We do not eat the little pork chops a lot and have probably only fried them when I did serve them, but I am sure there can be any number of different ways - I'll bet the internet would have ample ideas! Although your kabobs sounded nice! I just made the most delicious Shepherd's Pie with the roast I made yesterday. That was my plan to make the pie so not disappointed in results.
Another silly adventure this morning. I have been reading The Kidd Novels and the main character uses his Tarot cards throughout the story. He has them wrapped in a piece of silk and unwraps them when he uses the cards. So.... this morning I found the small remnants of silk fabric Pati gave me long ago, and fashioned a cloth in which to wrap my cards. I sewed one small piece into a quasi pocketed piece and sewed a silk ribbon to tie it up. As a bonus, also in the assortment of silk fabric were two silk yoyo's so these were sewed to the front by the ribbon. voila... a tarot card wrapper upper. Now if I only knew more about the meaning of the tarot cards I would be able to enjoy them even more! But I intend to learn. I have a little instruction book that I am reading along with the Novel and each time he mentions a specific tarot card, I read about it,
It's only early afternoon and I've already had some fun haha. I guess I'll start sewing some hexis now. Still extreme cold weather alert in our area - I will be so glad when Feb is over - maybe March will bring better temperatures. I finished the roof yesterday and man it was cold!
Weekend time folks... have fun Take care
Another silly adventure this morning. I have been reading The Kidd Novels and the main character uses his Tarot cards throughout the story. He has them wrapped in a piece of silk and unwraps them when he uses the cards. So.... this morning I found the small remnants of silk fabric Pati gave me long ago, and fashioned a cloth in which to wrap my cards. I sewed one small piece into a quasi pocketed piece and sewed a silk ribbon to tie it up. As a bonus, also in the assortment of silk fabric were two silk yoyo's so these were sewed to the front by the ribbon. voila... a tarot card wrapper upper. Now if I only knew more about the meaning of the tarot cards I would be able to enjoy them even more! But I intend to learn. I have a little instruction book that I am reading along with the Novel and each time he mentions a specific tarot card, I read about it,
It's only early afternoon and I've already had some fun haha. I guess I'll start sewing some hexis now. Still extreme cold weather alert in our area - I will be so glad when Feb is over - maybe March will bring better temperatures. I finished the roof yesterday and man it was cold!
Weekend time folks... have fun Take care
Thursday, February 26, 2015
Grocery shopping again.
This as always hard for us as we resent spending that much money. We walked out of Superstore yesterday with only three grocery bags, having spent over $200.00, and not bought anything but a few staples, and some veggies, ( and four cases of Dr.Pepper, but that counts as a staple, doesn't it?) Today we have some spaghetti sauce in the slow cooker, so we can make lasagne tomorrow. We (the Royal "we") chopped up some peppers for freezing ( Great price for peppers!), and are experimenting with those small boneless pork shops ( good price there too) There have to be some uses for them other than just fast frying. Do either of you ever use them? For tonight we are trying them in kabobs marinated in Kraft Feta Greek (?) salad dressing.
Last evening and most of today, David has been doing our income taxes. Today we received a cheque in the mail for our rebate on our share in the Red River Co-op. All we do is buy all of our gas there. Some people get a very good return each year, but ours is at the bottom end of the scale. They take off a few things, one of which, to my surprise, was income tax. ( okay, it makes sense when you think about it). so a T4 was included with the cheque. When all was said and done, we got less than$100, but paid tax on almost twice that. Something not right there.
Last evening and most of today, David has been doing our income taxes. Today we received a cheque in the mail for our rebate on our share in the Red River Co-op. All we do is buy all of our gas there. Some people get a very good return each year, but ours is at the bottom end of the scale. They take off a few things, one of which, to my surprise, was income tax. ( okay, it makes sense when you think about it). so a T4 was included with the cheque. When all was said and done, we got less than$100, but paid tax on almost twice that. Something not right there.
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
I am so tired....
I managed to clean off most of the roof today. Only have one side at the back of the house to complete. I only clear off about 6 to 8 feet up from the gutter as that is as far as my rake will comfortably allow me to reach. I do NOT get right onto the roof but use a ladder to stand on and push and pull the rake back and forth. Exhausted me to then shovel all the snow away - no place to put any more snow. I came in, and poured a nice hot bath, made myself a hot chai latte and slipped into the soothing waters. I am hoping that the bath immediately after coming in would help relax me quickly. The wind chill was terrible and gusts of wind kept blowing the snow all around.
I had my Dentist appointment this morning regarding that painful episode that started 4 weeks ago. Xrays showed nothing, and examination showed nothing. Dx was that my constant grinding has affected the tooth(teeth) adversely. I am to try my device again ( I have not worn it because it does not fit and makes me choke) He said then, that we should take another plaster and make a new device but all I could see was $$$$$$$ so I said I would give my current one another try. I grind day and night so maybe I'll try to wear it also during day when I am not out. I have it in now and although it feels strange, I will persevere.
Yesterday I made a most delicious meal - a German meal and one that we used to eat frequently long ago. It is meatballs done in a special cream sauce, and potato dumplings. The only item I left out was capers which I did not have on and and was not going to buy especially for the dish. I had another helping tonight as there was enough leftover. I would love to try more of the dishes we used to eat and I have the German cookbooks that I can use as a guide. As well I would sure love to make more meals in the slow cooker. You folks have me beat there for sure!
Well time to read from my latest The Kidd Novels by John Sandman. Getting really interesting and I can hardly put book down at night but my poor old eyes deceive me and I have to stop in order to relieve them. Take care
I had my Dentist appointment this morning regarding that painful episode that started 4 weeks ago. Xrays showed nothing, and examination showed nothing. Dx was that my constant grinding has affected the tooth(teeth) adversely. I am to try my device again ( I have not worn it because it does not fit and makes me choke) He said then, that we should take another plaster and make a new device but all I could see was $$$$$$$ so I said I would give my current one another try. I grind day and night so maybe I'll try to wear it also during day when I am not out. I have it in now and although it feels strange, I will persevere.
Yesterday I made a most delicious meal - a German meal and one that we used to eat frequently long ago. It is meatballs done in a special cream sauce, and potato dumplings. The only item I left out was capers which I did not have on and and was not going to buy especially for the dish. I had another helping tonight as there was enough leftover. I would love to try more of the dishes we used to eat and I have the German cookbooks that I can use as a guide. As well I would sure love to make more meals in the slow cooker. You folks have me beat there for sure!
Well time to read from my latest The Kidd Novels by John Sandman. Getting really interesting and I can hardly put book down at night but my poor old eyes deceive me and I have to stop in order to relieve them. Take care
Sunday, February 22, 2015
Anniversary
I found the post about your anniversary. I have already booked the week after Christmas off work, so I am available anytime. Since that is the case for Jim and I, I think we should just work around when Beth is available and make plans that way. We will definitely be there for the 28th and will stay one or two nights as needed to participate. I also have a queen sized air mattress without any leaks. ( we gave in a bought a new one)
Saturday, February 21, 2015
Never Volunteer!
Ask me how I know. I have really enjoyed my time working on a small committee organizing a display and demonstration day for our local art group. But suddenly, I have found myself doing publicity. I have done a lot of volunteer work over the years, and have put in a lot of effort to make sure I never had to do anything remotely related to either publicity or fund raising. How did this happen!?! Ah well, 't will work out, maybe not as well as others think it should,but I'll do my best----and then run for the hills!
Cathy, with your computer down, you maybe didn't get my question about whether you will need one night or two when you come to celebrate our anniversary with us in December. I will gladly put you up at a hotel, as there is just no way I can offer you a bed here. But,considering the time of year, I would like to make reservations as soon as possible. I know that Jim has to make arrangements for the animals, and this may influence how long you can stay.
Going through my storage room, I found four sets of wooden purse handles. Now I have an excuse to continue making hexies! I have one knitting bag planned and yesterday, David took me to the LQS ( Local Quilt Store) to buy fabric for lining etc. Two of the sets are obviously homemade and may not be useful for anything I might want to sell one day, but the other two should be fine.
We are staying in where it's warm. Since I can no longer read the newspaper comfortably, we have been trying to watch the news on tv. And there is news there--over and over again. Arg-h-h-h! So I seem to be developing the habit of watching the National at 10:00, rather than three or four times earlier in the day. So bed time gets later and later, and breakfast gets later and later. Well, today I had breakfast for lunch.
Cathy, with your computer down, you maybe didn't get my question about whether you will need one night or two when you come to celebrate our anniversary with us in December. I will gladly put you up at a hotel, as there is just no way I can offer you a bed here. But,considering the time of year, I would like to make reservations as soon as possible. I know that Jim has to make arrangements for the animals, and this may influence how long you can stay.
Going through my storage room, I found four sets of wooden purse handles. Now I have an excuse to continue making hexies! I have one knitting bag planned and yesterday, David took me to the LQS ( Local Quilt Store) to buy fabric for lining etc. Two of the sets are obviously homemade and may not be useful for anything I might want to sell one day, but the other two should be fine.
We are staying in where it's warm. Since I can no longer read the newspaper comfortably, we have been trying to watch the news on tv. And there is news there--over and over again. Arg-h-h-h! So I seem to be developing the habit of watching the National at 10:00, rather than three or four times earlier in the day. So bed time gets later and later, and breakfast gets later and later. Well, today I had breakfast for lunch.
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