The What's For Dinner Thread - Feb '09(recipe index in OP)

[liamandcaili]

Hi everyone. We survived our busy weekend, and I am trying to catch up here. Please forgive me if I miss someone.

Lauren -- I loved the pictures of Thomas. My favorite though was the one with Andrew looking lovingly at him. What a great big brother!

Kathy -- I was sorry to see that I Want Revenge was a scratch. Hopefully, Kyle's friend will get another chance at the Preakness.

Janice -- Did the date already happen or do I still have time to wish you luck? I hope things went well!

Bethany -- You are too funny.

I haven't gotten any scrapbooking done since I got a digital camera, I don't know how to get my pictures.

On the CVS website, you can upload your photos, order prints and then just go pick them up at the closest store. I was missing my actual photos recently and had a bunch printed...it was pretty inexpensive too.

Vickie -- Congratulations to your son on the good report! Being chatty isn't a bad thing. I've been called into conferences because my two weren't chatty enough! (Oh, and I didn't think you were playing football.)

Ann -- Luke won't try ice cream? Last night, one of my neighbors was saying her son (age 10) won't try bacon. I didn't think anything would trump that, but not wanting to try ice cream? It's a close call. I hope he is feeling better.

Yep, next week this time I'll be home!! And beignets are at the top of the list!

Have a great trip!

neither of us thought to bring a housekey, just a garage door opener So we sat in the garage and ate dinner while we waited for the sitter to run the key over.

Welcome home. I am sure your little friends were happy to see you.

Calories consumed for scientific study don't count, right?

It was the age bracket where they didn't even keep score, they just wanted the kids to learn the sport and have a good time. Every single game, every time, the dads were all keeping score in the stands.

Of course not!

I've never seen the parents keeping score, but the kids sure do!

Glynis -- There were always parents who did the cars when my brother was in Boy Scouts (and no, my brother never did win, although I do think he got an award one year for Best Design or something like that) and those kids usually won. That is sad about J.J.

I got a message from Lindsay on facebook last night. She is withdrawing from the DIS boards. She feels really badly about everything here on the WFD thread, and just feels like it would be better to withdraw for a while.

I am very sorry to hear this, although I am not surprised.

Dinner at my parents' was mussels in a garlic/cream sauce, pommes frites, arugula salad and bread. I got the hairy eyeball from my mom because I only ate a few of the mussels. I don't care for them that much. A few of them as part of some other dish...okay. A whole bowl full of them...not okay. I had to change my clothes as soon as I walked in the house because I smelled like them.

I'll try to keep up this week, but it is a busy one...three baseball games (Liam's coach said Liam is going to pitch either tomorrow or Thursday...fingers crossed he does well! His team REALLY needs some decent pitching), four days of skating, two dance practices, a make-up gymnastics class, and two afternoons spent waiting to get tickets to the dance recitals. Things will settle down in a couple of weeks.

 

[TigerKat]

I got a message from Lindsay on facebook last night. She is withdrawing from the DIS boards.

Thanks for being the messenger. I wish her well.

And so is Anthony Bourdain or whatever his name is on No Reservations. His narrations are so "deep" lol. And he eats some pretty crazy stuff too.

I love him!

I made moules frites

Funny story: I got up this morning and started cutting the potatoes for the frites on my mandolin. The mandolin has a feature that cuts the potatoes into that nice matchstick size that you (blurrily) see in the photo above. But, it is hard to slice potatoes while using the very essential hand guard. So, I was slicing the potatoes, sans hand guard this morning, while listening to the new Black Eyed Peas song, Boom Boom Pow. Imagine, if you will: Boom (slice) Boom (slice) Pow! (thumb slams into frite slicer). It was Boom Boom Ow! Always use the hand guard.

My favorite meal!!!! OUCH on the finger!

We're sipping on margaritas enjoying the great weather out on the patio! Big TV night for me...Extreme Makeover, Desperate Housewives, Brothers & Sisters and Celebrity Apprentice!

 

[Disney Ron]

Ann -- Luke won't try ice cream? Last night, one of my neighbors was saying her son (age 10) won't try bacon. I didn't think anything would trump that, but not wanting to try ice cream? It's a close call. I hope he is feeling better.

The first time he actually wanted to try a lick was at Hollywood Studios on our last trip. Since then I have bought cones and vanilla ice cream and he just likes to sit there holding it in his highchair. My parents can't believe how fussy he is. We offer to him all the time but he refuses.

 

[scotlass]

Hey...

Bed time here in Auld Scotland,back to work tomorrow....BOOO !!


Laters ladies x

 

[scotlass]

The first time he actually wanted to try a lick was at Hollywood Studios on our last trip. Since then I have bought cones and vanilla ice cream and he just likes to sit there holding it in his highchair. My parents can't believe how fussy he is. We offer to him all the time but he refuses.

Just had to jump back in, my niece wont try ice cream either.

Very fussy eater.

She lives on plain pasta,broccoli,cucumber and button pan cakes !!

She starts school after the summer and I dont know what my sister is going to do for lunches.

Anyways I really am going to bed now...nighty,night...sleep tight.

 

[lucas]

I love him!

We're sipping on margaritas enjoying the great weather out on the patio! Big TV night for me...Extreme Makeover, Desperate Housewives, Brothers & Sisters and Celebrity Apprentice!

I love Anthony Bourdain, too. I call him the macho chef - with all his drinking, swearing, smoking! He was here signing books awhile ago, but I missed him.

Can't wait for Celebrity Apprentice!

 

[TigerKat]

Hey ladies, I just noticed we're nearing the 250 page mark so I'll probably start our new thread tomorrow!

 

[lucas]

Hey...

Bed time here in Auld Scotland,back to work tomorrow....BOOO !!


Laters ladies x

Hey ladies, I just noticed we're nearing the 250 page mark so I'll probably start our new thread tomorrow!

Wow! This thread really moves fast. It is hard for me to keep up with ya'll.

 

[Disney Ron]

Becky, those mussels looked wonderful. Like Kathy that is one of my favorite meals.

Kathy, I wish I was enjoying some nice weather on a patio. I am having myself a nice mixed drink in July once my little princess arrives.

 

[Disney Ron]

You have the cutest smilie icons. You keep up just fine.

 

[TigerKat]

I am having myself a nice mixed drink in July once my little princess arrives.

And I'll be on the phone with you having one as well!

You have the cutest smilie icons. You keep up just fine.

Don't you know she's the smilie queen? Whenever I need one I call on Peggy.

 

[Nancyg56]

Don't you know she's the smilie queen? Whenever I need one I call on Peggy.

So Peggy is your secret

My mum has been doing a wee bit dating from an on line site.
She met a wonderful man who adored her but for her it was just not there....shes still looking tho !!

Good for her!

I've been trying to decide whether or not to tell you guys this next bit, but feel you ought to know. I got a message from Lindsay on facebook last night. She is withdrawing from the DIS boards.

I hope Leslie loses that cold quickly!

I am sorry that you were placed in an uncomfortable situation but thank you for sharing Lindsay's message with us.

I'll try to keep up this week, but it is a busy one...three baseball games (Liam's coach said Liam is going to pitch either tomorrow or Thursday...fingers crossed he does well! His team REALLY needs some decent pitching), four days of skating, two dance practices, a make-up gymnastics class, and two afternoons spent waiting to get tickets to the dance recitals. Things will settle down in a couple of weeks.

Don't even worry about keeping up, you are going to have a tough time just standing up after a few days of that pace!

He has those big sad eyes and a runny nose still. He has been very snuggly today. We all have a little something going on around here. Thank you for asking, you are to sweet!

Poor little Peanut

I was not standing in the rain to grill so we had sloppy joes and a salad. Now I am starving again and I want ice cream......thanks Ann .......but I know I should have that fruit I cut. Hmmmmmm....ice cream or fruit? How many days until i need to weigh in?????

 

[Aimeedyan]

Today started out rainy, but it's turning into a nice day! Church was great! I feel like I've finally made it. I work with the children, and we have a little guy who is autistic, and also has cerebral palsy. Poor little guy! Anyway, he doesn't warm up to people at all! He won't look at you, or speak to you. Today, after church was over, he came up to me on his own, and gave me the biggest hug! I just sat down and cried! It was a great moment for me!

I've been trying to decide whether or not to tell you guys this next bit, but feel you ought to know. I got a message from Lindsay on facebook last night. She is withdrawing from the DIS boards. She feels really badly about everything here on the WFD thread, and just feels like it would be better to withdraw for a while. She is so sorry that she offended some of you, and hopes that you won't be angry with her for her decision. Based on things going on in her private life, she felt it would be in everyone's best interest. So, there you have it.

Aw, what a sweet moment this morning for you!!

Thanks for the note about Lindsay.

My week is going to be busy too. I have a meeting after school on Monday, then After School as usual (only 11 more sessions of that!) T/W/Th, then Friday I have to leave right away to go catch the Amtrak to Boston. I'm excited about taking the Amtrak AND going to Boston - never done either. I like going to new cities. I want to get down to Philly once before I move, too. A friend from HS just moved there so now I know somebody there. I know I'll have a good time in Boston, but the thought of being out of town all weekend just stresses me out a bit.

Boston is one city I've never visited but really want to! BTW - if you need help finding a pup, let me know!



I had a 4 hour meeting this afternoon and am relaxing before my momma gets home. I always hate goodbyes, esp since we didn't get to spend that much time together this trip.

Tomorrow I will be at staff retreat until Tuesday afternoon with no internet access likely. Oh the horror!

 

[Glynis]

Glynis, thank you for the update regarding Lindsay. I am sorry you were put in the middle of having to update all of us. I am glad she was able to confide in you and depend on you as a friend. I wish her well with her decision.

I don't mind being in the middle. I just hope that I can convince her to come back.

 

[Glynis]

Hey ladies, I just noticed we're nearing the 250 page mark so I'll probably start our new thread tomorrow!

Thanks for the heads up! This thread does move fast, but it's a fun fast!

 

[NEVERENOUGHWDW]

Bethany what time do you get to Boston Friday?
If I meet Greg we are coming home Friday but not sure what time.

Ann~ by July you can have the cocktail of your choice.

Anyone had to kick the diet soda habit? Any hints? I'm having a tough time.
I've been drinking flavored seltzer..the one I like best is the La Croix brand from Target..just an FYI. The last week I have tried so many brands & I like La Croix alot. Diet soda is really an addiction

Finally decided what is happening Mother's Day. It's the 1st time in 6 years my Mom has been off. We are going to mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral, then brunch with my Aunt, 2 cousins, nephew & nieces close to Central Park & then going into the park...if it rains we will head to the Museum of Natural History or the MET...What are all you Mommies out there doing?

 

[Where'sPiglet?]

Bethany what time do you get to Boston Friday?
If I meet Greg we are coming home Friday but not sure what time.

Anyone had to kick the diet soda habit? Diet soda is really an addiction

We don't leave NYC until about 7pm; get into Boston around 11pm. So late, but my brother and SIL are taking the red eye flight and getting in at 6am or something. If we waited until Saturday morning, we'd miss half the day! I don't know how they do the west to east red eyes though. They've done it a few times (to NYC) and it doesn't phase them much. I'll have lingering jet lag for a week!

Regular soda is just as bad. Every time I try to give it up, I fail. The times I have gone off it for a week or so, I've lost about 10 pounds in a week. But then I start back up again. I have like no moderation when it comes to soda. I will just keep drinking it till there's none left in the house. For me it's a triple whammy of the caffeine, the sugar, and the fizziness. It just FEELS GOOD in your mouth.

 

[TigerKat]

What are all you Mommies out there doing?

My guys are taking me out for a champagne brunch!

 

[FormrCastMbr]

good morning!

not too sure about dinner but it will be something easy picked up from trader joe's. gotta get the troops out...be back later.

thank you for all your kind words on the pics i posted!

 

[Where'sPiglet?]

I had to call in sick again today. The irony is that I think the job is what is making me sick. My DH says to just hang in there because it's less than two months.