Something About Nothing ... #12

[macraven]

Came back to add hope pattyw brother had a fantastic birthday

 

[buckeev]

Buckeev
Not the trip excitement you were looking for....

All Good...
SWAT Dudes-n-Dudettes gave us BACON!

 

[Lynne G]

Here ya go, Buckeev. Maybe Schumi will cook up some, if she got to the farm the other day. Hope your trip has been better, and your surprise was very well received.

Oh Keisha, hope your burned hand feels much better soon. Burns are no fun at all. And, . Goes well with rum, ya know. LOL

Hey, Mac, or is it Patty:

. LOL

 

[tink1957]

Yikes janet! Sounds like something I would do. I somehow managed to burn my cheek on an iron skillet handle that was sticking out when I was getting biscuits from the oven. Hope you feel better soon and heal quickly.

Happy anniversary to mr. and mrs. Robo

Have a wonderful trip patty Hope the sun shines on you all the days you'll be there

It's raining and 72 here...could be worse.

Mmm bacon ..

 

[macraven]

Pouring rain here Vicki

But it’s always better than snow

 

[pattyw]

Pattyw
Leave work early to avoid the icy roads

Hope streets are clear Thursday as it is Orlando day for you and Joe


Monyk
I keep wondering if you had the homies over for breakfast would there be mealy worms in our oatmeal?
Jk

Sounds like a plan, Mac! Grabbing a pizza on my way home today!! Yes!!! I get to dust off my capri pants later and start packing!!

Mac- here's what I just read about meal worms!

As food
Main article: Entomophagy
Mealworms are edible for humans, and are commonly consumed in a practice known as entomophagy. Mealworms have historically been consumed in many Asian countries, particularly in Southeast Asia. They are commonly found in food markets and sold as street food alongside other edible insects. Baked or fried mealworms have been marketed as a healthy snack food in recent history, though the consumption of mealworms goes back centuries. They may be easily reared on fresh oats, wheat bran or grain, with sliced potato, carrots, or apple as a moisture source. The small amount of space required to raise mealworms has made them popular in many parts of Southeast Asia.

Mealworms have been incorporated into tequila-flavored novelty candies. Mealworms are not traditionally served in tequila, and the "tequila worm" in certain mezcals is usually the larva of the moth Hypopta agavis.

Mealworms are typically used as a pet food for captive reptiles, fish, and birds. They are also provided to wild birds in bird feeders, particularly during the nesting season. Mealworms are useful for their high protein content. They are also used as fishing bait.

I think I'll stick with honey and fruit on my oatmeal!!

 

[pattyw]

Hey, Mac, or is it Patty:

. LOL

We actually DO have a trio of oranges!! Love the pic!

Have a wonderful trip patty Hope the sun shines on you all the days you'll be there

Thanks, Tink!! And hope your rain goes away!! 72 is nice!

 

[Sue M]

Happy Anniversary Mr & Mrs Robo!
The snow continues, all schools incl post secondary are closed today! Snow Day! Both daughters are happy! Oldest works in a daycare in an Elementary School, and oldest goes to post secondary! Daughter just finished shoveling the deck. Husband is out with snowblower clearing driveway. I guess I should get going and do something!

Lynne...yes, quiet can be a good thing! Glad to hear your weather will be improving soon.....I`m hoping Spring is just around the corner.…..

Sue...meatloaf sounds good...….and cookies too!!! I`m baking this morning for a church event tomorrow....a small one, but nevertheless a few of us are baking, it`s a coffee morning with a bake sale....they usually sell well. When we applied for Global Entry we were told online we just had to turn up at MCO once we had all our paperwork in place and had authorisation, speak to an officer and we`d be taken through for our interview....the woman we encountered had never heard of it...… that gave us pause for a second. And a huge stomach lurch....but she came back and took us to an officer and it didn't take long at all.....well worth it.



Didn't like Fantastic Beasts first time we saw it.....did watch it again and it was better, but I don't like Eddie Redmayne so maybe that`s why....will watch the second one though.

Almost tropical temps today for February......almost 50F and sunshine again...….

Baking a little this morning......then not sure. May do some housework.....or I may not

Not sure what`s for dinner tonight either.....will think on after breakfast...….

Well I’m being a today! But going to get moving now to start cookies. Thanks for Ad Blocker! It’s working. I read some sites will ban you if you have an ad blocker, and ask you to disable it to be let on their site. Will see. Right now I’m happy all those annoying ads on Dis are gone, esp the ones that move and block posts.

That would be scary arriving for interview and the don’t know anything about it yikes. We get to do the interviews here I guess because the US TSA are here at our airport, so we can clear US customs here then when we arrive in Florida we just get our luggage and go. I frequently get TSA pre approval on my boarding pass but it would be nice to know I’ll get it all the time.

Not like Eddie Redmayne

 

[Sue M]

@keishashadow with Ad Blocker you have one more step, assuming you have an iOS device, go into settings, Safari, and enable ad blocker. Their instructions say wait 10 sec after you swipe enable. Good luck. It worked for me, no more floating banners.

 

[schumigirl]

Lynne......no tacos in this house......none of us are fans of anything like that......ended up making Thai Fishcakes and sweet potato wedges….Kyle had mac n cheese...…

mac....days can creep us easily when we are ladies of leisure...…..yes, rain is always better than snow....

MonyK...I`m not the best baker, but passable.....and things I make always sell, so can`t be that bad!!! Oh good luck to your DD...sounds like she`s going to be successful!!!

Janet!!!!! Oh no......and ouch!!!! Hope it stays numb for a long time with the cream!!!! I had to turn the ipads off and restart.....and do a couple of things before it works.....Kyle is out or I`d ask......it`s fabulous not having that silly banner or huge ads covering posts.....still get the ads on the top of the page but they don't affect reading posts...…

Lynne did get bacon the other day......we`re well stocked up!!! I didn't realise you were a rum drinker too!!!! Nice...…

Hey Vicki......nice to see you!!!!!

Patty...enjoy that pizza and yes the weather is improving this week in Orlando....they had huge amounts of rain the other day.....hope it`s all gone now...….

Sue....more snow!!! Oh no...….but snow days are good!!!! Glad the adblocker worked.....it is fabulous without that silly banner....not sure why it`s even there like that.....turns people off!!! Funny thing was we always got TSA pre check with Virgin on our boarding cards before we got GE....but I still always get pulled for the extra searches…..glad I no longer work in the industry I used to be in!!!

Yep, Eddie Redmayne to me is, shall we say not my cup of tea.....do not like him at all.....I`m sure he`s a lovely man but no, very rarely if ever watch anything he`s in.....


So, baking all done today and handed into church hall ready for tomorrow....told them we would pop in for 10 minutes just to show face…..decided to leave helping out to some others this time.....for a change.....will help out at the next one though.....

Not as nice a day as we were supposed to get.....glad we didn't need to go far. Had a friend pop round for coffee though....had a nice chat.

Having a pepsi right now.…..that really is something about nothing...….

 

[keishashadow]

Pattyw
Leave work early to avoid the icy roads

Hope streets are clear Thursday as it is Orlando day for you and Joe


Monyk
I keep wondering if you had the homies over for breakfast would there be mealy worms in our oatmeal?
Jk

Ever read something and wish you hadn’t. Was very surprised as to the percentage of ahem alternate forms of protein in boxed food

Have used those meal worms as bait. It’s the live maggots that trigger my girlie fail safe...just say no...yuck

Yikes janet! Sounds like something I would do. I somehow managed to burn my cheek on an iron skillet handle that was sticking out when I was getting biscuits from the oven. Hope you feel better soon and heal quickly.

Happy anniversary to mr. and mrs. Robo

Have a wonderful trip patty Hope the sun shines on you all the days you'll be there

It's raining and 72 here...could be worse.

Mmm bacon ..

Thank you for that, good to know i’m In good company, don’t feel quite as stupid now.

Sounds like a plan, Mac! Grabbing a pizza on my way home today!! Yes!!! I get to dust off my capri pants later and start packing!!

Mac- here's what I just read about meal worms!

As food
Main article: Entomophagy
Mealworms are edible for humans, and are commonly consumed in a practice known as entomophagy. Mealworms have historically been consumed in many Asian countries, particularly in Southeast Asia. They are commonly found in food markets and sold as street food alongside other edible insects. Baked or fried mealworms have been marketed as a healthy snack food in recent history, though the consumption of mealworms goes back centuries. They may be easily reared on fresh oats, wheat bran or grain, with sliced potato, carrots, or apple as a moisture source. The small amount of space required to raise mealworms has made them popular in many parts of Southeast Asia.

Mealworms have been incorporated into tequila-flavored novelty candies. Mealworms are not traditionally served in tequila, and the "tequila worm" in certain mezcals is usually the larva of the moth Hypopta agavis.

Mealworms are typically used as a pet food for captive reptiles, fish, and birds. They are also provided to wild birds in bird feeders, particularly during the nesting season. Mealworms are useful for their high protein content. They are also used as fishing bait.

I think I'll stick with honey and fruit on my oatmeal!!

I’m told the worm will give you visions lol.

 

[Lynne G]

Ooh tequila. Got sick on it when a college kid and will never drink it again.

Yep, do like rum, Schumi, usually flavored ones.

Very wet and sloshing ride home. Staying home.

Bought filets the other day, so those with some green beans and either I will bake potatoes, home fry them, or mash them. See what all are in the mood for.

Made a lovely cup of coffee.

Hoping for a quiet night and a delay tomorrow as well.

 

[macraven]

I decided if all of us homies ever get together and do a pot luck meal, Monyk is excused of bringing any food dishes......

All of us are allergic to mealy worms
(That’s my story and we are sticking with that)
Lol

After reading pattyw’s information some people do eat them, better to be safe than sorry

 

[pattyw]

I’m told the worm will give you visions lol.

Yikes! I don't think I'll ever find out!

All of us are allergic to mealy worms

Actually, all this talk about mealy worms has taken my appetite away!! Maybe I could use Lynne's pic as a diet tool!

 

[macraven]

 

[Sue M]

Worm will give you visions that’s funny!

Cookies are in the oven. I love the original Toll House recipe.

 

[Lynne G]

Me too Sue, though I tend to buy it pre mixed in a tub. Then I scoop out as many as I need. If baking my dinner, will make just a tray of cookies.
That way, none left over.

 

[Monykalyn]

What do you get when you grab a cast iron skillet from the oven without an oven mitt?

OUCH! Yeah I have almost grabbed my hot-from-the-oven cast iron when I've put it onto the stove top to get the food out.

Critics panned it but I enjoyed the 2nd one far more by leaps & bounds

There is so much back story to the 2nd one, I feel I could watch it several times and still not pick it all up!

I heard the same rational from the hospital staff as to why I should accept treatment in vending area vs waiting likely 2 hours for treatment room. Had my doubts but pain relief won out over them lol.

Truly-probably as clean as a treatment room. Especially as they will make sure there is a sterile "field" to work in.

Monyk
I keep wondering if you had the homies over for breakfast would there be mealy worms in our oatmeal?
Jk

Mealworms are useful for their high protein content. They are also used as fishing bait.

I think I'll stick with honey and fruit on my oatmeal!

Have used those meal worms as bait. It’s the live maggots that trigger my girlie fail safe...just say no...yuck

, Monyk is excused of bringing any food dishes......

I. Am. Dying I assure you the worms are just for the chickens-unless you'd like the extra crunch. Keep the chicken stuff downstairs by back door. Although I do give the hens the mealworms for the protein-especially in this cold weather, or molting season. I keep the dried meal worms, although we have had live ones - those have to be kept cool/fridge to stay dormant though.
Went to lock them in for the night, dark and forgot flashlight, call to them as I'm shutting their small pop door, no answer-call again, no answer and now I hear a ticking/scratching. Now I am in full panic (they always give at least a muted annoyed hoot) and open their box in and get ready to do battle with whatever monster is inside-and both girls were apparently soundly sleeping and quite annoyed at being woke up! So I am still calming down from that and go into our room to finish folding laundry, didn't know hubs had come home (had to go quick for an appointment) and catch him move out of corner of eye and scream! Needless to say-now with lemon drop martini to calm nerves! had to use the juice anyway-used the zest at dinner: citrus/rosemary/garlic pork tenderloin, with roasted rosemary potatoes, and green beans.



Got through the grocery shopping, managed to procrastinate even further with an impromptu lunch with a friend! Got the meal planning done, although my menus won't print (keep getting error message). I need the visual of what I can make for the next couple weeks and what fresh stuff is needed.

The apps for Summer alumni abruptly closed today - due to overwhelming response. Told hubs not to wait-well he did and didn't get to apply. DD is onto last round, then the waiting game begins again. She did get email from one of her other internships she applied for. I thought this one was domestic but its in Ireland! Said they'd received all parts of her application and would begin reviewing next week.

Going to warm up to 60's next couple days here! Before next round of sleet/snow this weekend.

Everyone else has gone to bed already-think I will go curl up with a book...

 

[macraven]

Morning homies
Hope all are ready for Valentine’s Day tomorrow


Hope all get a lovely card and something sweet!

Today’s your last day to shop

 

[Lynne G]

Rain. Yes it is, 40 mph winds. Yes it is. Welcome to a blustery (cue Pooh saying it) Wednesday. And you know what that means:

That's right. Wednesday. And for those in the Valentine spirit, this one's for Keisha:

. Hope your hand is not in pain, and you're feeling better. Better yet, since you need to rest your hand, let others cook. That may be a good thing, or bad thing. LOL Hope your wedding anniversary tomorrow gets you a great meal, and it's a happy one.

With that, hoping MonyK has calmed down, and enjoyed that lemony martini. I hope your DD gets the DCP, am crossing my fingers for her. Told my older one about the program, but no interest from him. I was hoping something like that would give him an ah ha, as to what job he wants. He still has no real clue. Little one is toying with going into the ROTC, but I don't think she really wants that 16 or 17 year commitment. Either way, I'm assuming, a poor house again, when both kids are in college in the fall.

And yay! Patty has one more sleep. Hope your weather is improving, and your trip is a perfect get away. See 80's or Orlando on my phone. Expect a picture or two. Safe travels.

Sue, hope your weather is improving too. Our snow is now an icy, sloggy mess. By Friday, we will see 50, so any white remaining will be washed away. Well, today, blown away.

Just took some drugs. Have a tickle in my throat, no, no, no. I will not be sick. Four day week-end is in store. Holiday one. So looking forward to that. With the cloud cover these last couple of days, a very dark morning commute, and oh so much cool, and cold. Yeah, I know, it's still winter. I'm with Patty, bring it on, Spring. Yep, lovely weather, where you need a jacket in the morning and evening, and a gorgeous sunny afternoon. A girl can dream. Yeah, I know, it's the little things. LOL

Time for tea. Lots of it. I'd like some of that lemon juice, MonyK, to put in my tea. Had those tasty baby baked gold fish crackers, but now looking for something else. Should have grabbed the bag of grits I bought this past week-end. Eh, maybe like Keisha, chocolate.

And yep, heed Mac's warning. Valentine's Day is tomorrow. Kisses.