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[flyingdumbo127]

dear Dazed. May your Thanksgiving meal truly be tasty and peaceful!

Go you, Easyas! That is great to start early.

Have a wonderful time, PollyannaMom! As a kid I sure loved the glass blown animals at touristy stores and DL, too. I even had a few shadow boxes of them. I did think it would be cool to be able to somehow make them. Enjoy your class and may you also pick up a good

Space Man, I hope you had a good Friday, friend

Sweet dreams to all with love.

 

[SpaceMan5]

then will go to Jeff's to see Luke play soccer.

Sounds exactly what my mom would say. ....ya follow me?

 

[dazedx3]

Easyas…. I do like it, I don‘t stuff the bird, but I really don’t think that would make a difference. I‘m kind of new to making the stuffing, my sister who passed away last year was always in charge. I did make it from time to time, but I am still trying to perfect it. I know you can freeze it baked or unbaked, I always freeze unbaked, that way I feel like it is fresher on the day.

 

[flyingdumbo127]

Extra hug to all.

 

[PollyannaMom]

As a kid I sure loved the glass blown animals at touristy stores and DL, too. I even had a few shadow boxes of them.

I did too! I used to get one every year at the fair that came to town. (In fact, I still have a few of them on a shelf in our spare bedroom.)

 

[Snowysmom]

@PollyannaMom The glass fusion class sounds like fun.

@daxedx3 Nice to get a head start on Thanksgiving. My younger DS makes a stuffing with Challah bread, chicken sausage, and spices. So good. Older DS likes the pepperidge farm stuffing which is easy to make. I like to add celery, onions, and mushrooms to it but he won't eat it that way. I let him be in charge of his stuffing. He does make a good smoked turkey.

Good morning. It is warmer this morning, 45. The temps are supposed to be in the upper 50s. Good soccer playing weather. Yesterday I was at Kenny's and we did go to Chick Fil A for dinner. I just got a grilled chicken sandwich. I guess I am one of the few people who is not a fan of the fries. I like crispy fries and I find theirs to be too big and soggy.

Have a good day.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

Good morning! Recovering from my work stretch. Finally feeling human again, lol.

All this talk of stuffing has me looking forward to ours. It’s a good idea to make and freeze it ahead of time, if you can. We just don’t have the freezer space. (We have to clean them out, for sure.) We use the Bell’s Seasoning stuffing and add butter, sausage, onion, celery, cranberries, apples, and sometimes walnuts. So good.
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I like how everyone has their own way of making stuffing, those threads here crack me up. In New England we tend to like the Bell’s, but not everyone does. It’s just a local thing, I guess; what we grew up on. My BIL used to make a seafood stuffing and chowder, but he’s gone now, so we’ll be missing that. For our family’s feast we’ll be making the stuffing, string beans (with garlic butter and cranberries), the fall vegetable dish that I posted here recently (butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, bacon, green apple and chicken sausage with a yogurt honey mustard glaze - OR we might do the usual root vegetable dish, not sure), and DH is going to make his cannolis, they are so fresh and good! Looking forward to that. I am actually working Thanksgiving this year but I should be able to make it for dinner.

Waiting for DD to get home from work, she is bringing me a Dunkin coffee and orange cranberry muffin. She sent me info from her Apple Watch, she walked two miles in her 12 hr shift overnight. (And to think, some people think night nurses have it easier! Lol!) DS and DH are taking the dogs for their weekend ride. DS picked up some OT today so he is going in early. He’s made his decision about his career path so he’s happy about that, and focused. I took care of a patient this week who had a similar path and it was good to talk to him. I told DS about our conversations over dinner last night. (We made grilled ham steaks with rice pilaf and grilled zucchini.) What an interesting life story this guy had! He reinvented himself several times but did it in a big way! Really nice guy.

DS has a baseball tournament this winter in FL and he wants us to go this year, so we booked that the other day. Looking forward now to a winter getaway. And nice that our overnight in the airport recently will pay for the airfare! (Which I’m convinced we got because we were understanding about the hassle.) So we have the wedding coming up and then the tournament to look forward to later. I heard a story yesterday about a nurse that up and quit after some BS happened at work. More and more I can understand why. But having vacation time to look forward to really helps with that.

Well I hope everyone has a nice Saturday. DH has some outside work to do and I am going to try to keep going with my clothes. Packing last month was ridiculous trying to find everything, so I really need to get my things organized. Fortunately while I was packing for Arizona I did a lot of my packing for FL, too, at the same time. It’s just hard to predict weather that time of year, so you have to be prepared for everything. (Last year when we were there over Christmas it was in the low 30s.) Kind of funny going from 108 to 30s so quickly but that’s how it is in these US states. Weather here is supposed to be decent this weekend, so a good time to get the outside stuff done.

 

[lynxstch]

Good cloudy morning. Sun is supposed to come out and be mid to upper 60's. Luke called yesterday and said he's coming up today, maybe with the girls, but we're not counting on that. At 16 and 18 they have other things to do with their weekends, lol. It will be good to see him anyhow. I have to get him alone and have a talk with him about Don. Things are not getting any better, but worse. He's losing all strength in his legs, now he's even having trouble getting out of the power lift recliner to use the walker. He won't let me call 911 to take him to the hospital. Maybe Luke can get somewhere with him since I can't. I just feel helpless at this point.

@Pea-n-Me I don't know if Bells is just a local thing. I always used it in MA and I always use it in MD. I use it mostly for Thanksgiving, but also when I make a rotisserie or crock pot chicken, for egg salad, and for chicken salad., or ground chicken burgers.

Have a good day all.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

@Pea-n-Me I don't know if Bells is just a local thing. I always used it in MA and I always use it in MD. I use it mostly for Thanksgiving, but also when I make a rotisserie or crock pot chicken, for egg salad, and for chicken salad., or ground chicken burgers.

I’m just going by things I’ve seen written on threads here about stuffing over the years. I had no idea! Most people from outside of New England despised Bell’s, if they’d even tried it. Being from MA, you probably grew up with it too, right?

https://www.patriotledger.com/story...9/11/23/bell-s-seasoning-made-in/40170661007/

 

[flyingdumbo127]

Such precious dear Pea.

That is so cool, PollyannaMom that you also enjoyed the miniature animals. Have fun at your class today!

I'm enjoying reading all of your Thanksgiving plans, thank you for sharing. As always, I give extra thanks this month of added Thanksgiving to God for each of dear you!

 

[lynxstch]

I’m just going by things I’ve seen written on threads here about stuffing over the years. I had no idea! Most people from outside of New England despised Bell’s, if they’d even tried it. Being from MA, you probably grew up with it too, right?

https://www.patriotledger.com/story...9/11/23/bell-s-seasoning-made-in/40170661007/

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Definitely! My great grandmother used it all the time. She's the one who taught me to cook for the most part, so I have used it forever.

 

[dazedx3]

I have never heard of Bells, that doesn’t mean it is not sold here, but it is not something my family has any knowledge of.

 

[Judique]

@PollyannaMom The glass fusion class sounds like fun.

@daxedx3 Nice to get a head start on Thanksgiving. My younger DS makes a stuffing with Challah bread, chicken sausage, and spices. So good. Older DS likes the pepperidge farm stuffing which is easy to make. I like to add celery, onions, and mushrooms to it but he won't eat it that way. I let him be in charge of his stuffing. He does make a good smoked turkey.

Good morning. It is warmer this morning, 45. The temps are supposed to be in the upper 50s. Good soccer playing weather. Yesterday I was at Kenny's and we did go to Chick Fil A for dinner. I just got a grilled chicken sandwich. I guess I am one of the few people who is not a fan of the fries. I like crispy fries and I find theirs to be too big and soggy.

Have a good day.

Have you tried the new Pimiento Chicken Sandwich? We had Chik a couple of nights ago, Thursday I think, and after I ate my Grilled Chicken Sandwich, I said to DD I'd forgotten the Pimiento one. She casually remarked that she had ordered it for herself! And that it was good.

I can understand her not considering that I might want to try it as the only thing I ever ask her to order for me is the grilled chicken club, but I need to try it before it's over.

 

[Judique]

Good cloudy morning. Sun is supposed to come out and be mid to upper 60's. Luke called yesterday and said he's coming up today, maybe with the girls, but we're not counting on that. At 16 and 18 they have other things to do with their weekends, lol. It will be good to see him anyhow. I have to get him alone and have a talk with him about Don. Things are not getting any better, but worse. He's losing all strength in his legs, now he's even having trouble getting out of the power lift recliner to use the walker. He won't let me call 911 to take him to the hospital. Maybe Luke can get somewhere with him since I can't. I just feel helpless at this point.

@Pea-n-Me I don't know if Bells is just a local thing. I always used it in MA and I always use it in MD. I use it mostly for Thanksgiving, but also when I make a rotisserie or crock pot chicken, for egg salad, and for chicken salad., or ground chicken burgers.

Have a good day all.

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Do you find the stuffing mix or the seasoning mix in your area? I see that Weis Market has the seasoning mix near me, but I don't see the stuffing box.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

Do you find the stuffing mix or the seasoning mix in your area? I see that Weis Market has the seasoning mix near me, but I don't see the stuffing box.

If you can’t find it in your area, they have it on Amazon - at various prices. I’m not sure what the regular price of it is in the supermarket these days. I’m sure I’ll find out soon, lol. So 2 for $13 delivered right to your home may not be too bad.

https://www.amazon.com/Bell-Seasoning-Stuffing-Mix-Bundle/dp/B0CJ9ZCCK8/ref=sr_1_1?crid=26FW8CPZJ7AOB&keywords=bell's+stuffing+mix&qid=1699123785&sprefix=Bell's+st,aps,121&sr=8-1

Lynn, you’re right. I should get the small container of Bell’s to use in other dishes. Probably could’ve used it last week when we made the turkey with dumplings. I think DH used regular poultry seasoning.

Btw, I’m glad for Summer that she’s not dealing with a cancer diagnosis, and I hope Don is feeling better, too!

 

[flyingdumbo127]

Afternoonto all

 

[Snowysmom]

I am not a fan of Bell's seasoning. I know, crazy person from MA. We always had the pepperidge farm stuffing from the bag. I do like my DS's homemade one the best. He does not use Bell's.

Lynn I hope Don takes care of himself and gets the care he needs to get stronger. Thoughts and prayers to you.

I had a nice day with Jeff and the kids. The soccer game was fun to watch. Luke is a good goal tender. Then we went to the playground. Kenny called and tomorrow I am going to the Ecotarium with him and the kids. I now know that place well but I find something new each time I go. I like having a busy weekend. I am pretty sure next weekend will be a lonely one so I will take what I can get this weekend.

Have a good night.

 

[lynxstch]

Do you find the stuffing mix or the seasoning mix in your area? I see that Weis Market has the seasoning mix near me, but I don't see the stuffing box.

I've never seen the stuffing mix, but I found the Bells seasoning in a small market we have here. I bought 5 boxes, which should last me a good long time.

 

[lynxstch]

Well, to those who asked. Don isn't doing better. I had to call 911 and he's at the ER now. Luke came down with the girls and his partner. They had just pulled into his mothers house down the road when Don texted him and asked him to get here as soon as he could. I couldn't get him up to his walker to use the commode, no strength in his legs. Luke left the girls and Marcella with his mother and came by himself. It took 45 min of trying various ways to get Don on his feet, finally practically lifting him. And Don is a big man, good thing Luke is too. He finally got him to the commode and then back to his chair.

Don asked him if he would go and get the girls and Marcella and bring them for a short visit, and then he was going to have me call 911. So they came and stayed about 45 min, Summer came over too. Luke helped him get on the commode one more time and then I called 911. When I was on the phone with them, the guy asked me if he was in any pain. Don tells me he had slight pain in his chest, and he felt like he did when he had sepsis a few years ago. He never told me that until he had me tell 911! It was less than 5 min when a dozen firemen, EMT's, fire chief and ambulance pulled in. The got him, out of the chair and onto the stretcher. He told me to stay home until they admit him. I have a huge issue with our ER and can't just sit there for hours. I can't do anything to help, and he just wants to sleep if they let him. Not the way he wanted to spend his birthday tomorrow, but it was at the point where I couldn't do enough to help him.

Hopefully they'll figure out what's wrong and treat it and get him back on his feet so he can come home. He will refuse a nursing home at all costs. At least this way, he'll be able to get some in home nursing care and home PT if needed.
Any and all prayers would be appreciated. I'm alone in a quiet house, not even the sound of the oxygen machine running.

The 2 little boys next door were outside when the ambulance came, and they said Miss Lynn, Miss Lynn, what's wrong? I told them it was okay, that I would talk to their dad in a little while. I went and told him just so he knows I'm alone and he can keep an eye out if I need anything. They are such nice neighbors.

Oh get this one. Don's ex wife, Mary, texted me, thinking she was getting him, to tell him that if I needed anything, like a ride to the hospital or the store, to just call her and let her know. It was very nice of her, but I think I've only talked to her 5x in the last 23 years, lol.

But at least I know she's willing to help if needed. Summer said the same thing, as did my sister in laws (both of them) and my brother in law. Just call if I need anything. I'll be okay. You all know I've said that it was inevitable that it was going to happen, I just didn't expect it to be today.

If you've all hung in through my rambling, thank you. I lean on my Quacker family for support, as a lot of you do.

 

[PollyannaMom]

Oh, Lynn, I'm so sorry! We're all pulling for him and sending strength to you as well.