Something About Nothing............ #14

[schumigirl]

Thanks for redoing the pictures - I am going back to take a look!!! I can’t believe you had teeth issues twice!!! So brave!!!
Sounds like you ARE Having a delicious food day. Yum
Brenda

They look a lot better without Photobucket stamped across them!!!

That crown was a pest. I was glad to be rid of it and eventually couple of years ago got a bridge fitted.....I‘m still registered with that dentist in Celebration, he was really good, really nice and didn’t rip off tourists which was nice. We had heard so many horror stories of folks being charged a fortune for very little in return.

Yep......enjoying this a lot today!

Thunderstorms warning, expires in 1 hour. Why thank you phone, for letting me know that as it flashes across the screen. Yeah, it’s overcast, but still bright out. Birds are still having their morning discussions, so I guess the rain is not coming yet. Eh, periods of sun and clouds, with that oooh you loose, chances of rain, though spotty, so all not being rain losers. And 89 the high, so warm enough out. 73 out, and my weather app says 30 or 40 percent chances of rain, every hour from 9 am to 2 pm. Think that is decent odds, I may not be a rain loser.

Wash done, just put the last load in the dryer, so time for a shower for me. Nice that I can get done stuff I usually do on Saturday and Sunday. I am sure, with the kids, there will still be some wash done this weekend. But after 4 loads of wash, anything that did not get in the baskets I put out last night, they can wash it themselves.

And so, even with my day off, tea has been enjoyed since about 5:30 this morning. Seems DH decided to get up around 4:30, I had to get up too. Noisy guy, when he gets up, so I just can’t sleep with all that noise, including, what did he drop? This morning. As waking up, promptly turned off the alarm. No need for it for the next two days. Yay! The weekend is almost here. Or hey, a bit longer weekend has already started. Woot!

With that, glad to hear Schumi is having some nicer weather, and nice of you to go back and replace your old trip reports’ pictures. Fun to go back and see all the places you went to and ate at.

Ah, so nice to have a day to do whatever I want. Well, not really, but glad to knock off some of the list of things I have to do on the weekend days, today.

Fabulous Friday to all the homies. Stay safe, and be happy. Not only is it the weekend coming, so is August. And this historic year marches on.

Can’t quite believe it’s the last day of July already! Yes, going back through the trip reports is a lot of fun! I said to mac, seeing all those old names that don‘t post anymore is strange......always wonder what happenEd to some of them. But, so many lovely memories.....

Enjoy that day off Lynne.......even with things to do, it’s nice to have no schedule.......

Morning all,
Much cooler today and overcast, so will only be in the 80's today. My poor garden was wilting badly yesterday but perked up from some late watering. I need to get outside and pick some tomatoes, zucchini, peppers and cukes. I found a canning recipe for a hot cherry pepper hoagie spread that I'm going to try soon, just waiting on more peppers to ripen.

Went to Sam's yesterday and there was only one kind of tp in the whole aisle. Please don't tell me we're doing this again?! And only one type of paper towel. Sigh.... I did buy some ground beef, beef stew meat, and London Broil because the price finally came down again. And some Steelhead Trout, which is one of my favorites. I'll make some today for my father. He loves fish, but my mom is allergic so they never make it. I try to make it for him every so often.

We stopped on the way home for Burrata, which I cut up with some fresh tomatoes and basil from the garden.... yum! I'll do some London Broil on the grill tonight with salad and not sure what else yet.

The neighbors have been very quiet, although the teenage boys are giving us dirty looks when we're outside if they see us. Too bad, don't shine a laser on my security cameras if you don't want the police to get called. So far no damage to the camera they were shooting the laser at.


They're awful. Every morning I have more webs on the steps to the deck. A month ago it was the gnats, now the spiders. Could be another sign of the Apocalypse, just based on how this year has been going.

That's a great idea! Do you want to come help me? I actually hate spiders! LOL! I'm not afraid of any insect, including bees and wasps, but spiders creep me out. And centipedes! We get those too.

Always love to see your chickens! I wish we were zoned for them, because I would have them.

Aw, I'm sorry to hear that it's still bothering you. One time I got it under my watch band, and it made a complete poison ivy bracelet around my left wrist because of how it spread. I threw the watch band away after that. I also seem to touch one part of my face and spread it before I know I have it. Ugh! That's why I now wash with the Tecnu every time I come in from weeding the flower beds or by the bushes.


I hope you can find it. If I get it really bad, I have a steroid cream from the doctor that works well too. I think it's halobetasol.

Thank you!

Is this Hurricane Isaias that you're talking about?

Absolutely!

That's my favorite way to cook it in the summer too.

We do too, and sometimes potatoes in the pack. Such a handy way to cook without heating the house with the oven and stove.

Oh boy. Our cases are rising again here. Both in the county and my city.

We don't have British bacon, but we do get our bacon from the local butcher and there's a definite difference between that and mass produced bacon.

My hubby has issues with eggs sometimes too. I would cry, as Hollandaise is one of my favorite sauces. That is one thing I taught my kids how to make very early.... a good Hollandaise.

Sounds yum! I may have mentioned once or ten times... Mojitos are my favorite cocktail! So I may be stopping by later.....

Oh no! I hope you're feeling better today.

Another grilled corn fan! Now I'm going to have to go to the farm to pick some up later. All this talk of grilled corn has me hungry for it.

Interesting. They cancelled so many things up here. The time limit sounds like a good start to keep people safe.

Have a great day!

Not again with the essentials in stores! Surely not.......did people not learn from the first time.......

Yes, bacon from a butcher is so much nicer.......but stuff you buy in grocery stores is not so nice......I don’t care what we pay for it, it’s worth it.

Glad neighbours are being quieter.....I‘m sure their glaring doesn’t bother you one bit......let them carry on.......

Tried a little of the ice cream after lunch......it’s alright.......Tom loves it though!

I’m a little weird with eggs......I can have them in cake, baking and sauces, I’m fine with them that way.....but can’t eat a hard boiled egg for love nor money. A very occasional poached egg is my limit.......it’s all in the way the body processes food according to my consultant........

Have a good one!







So we have around an official temp of 92F today.......but according to our little temp gadget, the garden where we are is 100F.........it’s finally hot!!!

But.......just for one day........back to mid 70’s tomorrow.......

Haven't left the garden except to go for food or water so far.......it’s so beautiful......there is a lovely breeze around too, so I’m guessing it would be warmer without that. It is nice though!

A friend was supposed to be coming round to sit with us this afternoon, but she decided it’s too hot........she likes the cold weather, so she’s staying home inside........

No plans to do much else today except enjoy the heat and the sunshine......and enjoy another non alcoholic strawberry daiquiri I made up earlier......we have to drink them quickly as they‘re just melting!

Hope everyone else is having a lovely day too......

 

[schumigirl]

Yay! Time of year we get local produce, from farms large and small. Yep, McK, local corn has been good this year. Yeah, I was in Sam’s yesterday, as needed new kitchen garbage can bags. With all home all day, more trash. And of course, came out with more than that. I tend to get my chicken from there or other big box stores. I think besides meat I get from Whole Foods, I think the best beef I get is from Costco. Yeah, I get mildly shocked at the price of beef. I like bacon regardless of where bought, as long as it tastes good. Yum.

Ah, no bacon cooked here, but both older one and I got into the cherry danish pack. Yum.

Problem with a lot of grocery store bacon here Lynne is the amount of rubbish pumped into it and when it cooks so much water comes out and a whole load of white gunk.......not pretty and not appetising.

I gather your bacon over there is different. We call your bacon streaky bacon and use it to top turkeys or chickens when cooking......and delicious!!!

We have a place called Makro here, it’s very similar to Costco, you have to have a business card to go in and the meat they have there is excellent. Some folks turn their nose up, but occasionally we buy some from there and it’s always nice. Just not their turkeys though......for some reason they are dreadful.

I agree, places like that you never just leave with one thing!!

 

[Lynne G]

Yeah, Schumi, our store bacon is streaky. I do get what is more like farmer bacon from Whole Foods, and is more expensive. We eat both. Enjoy your ice cream and the rest of your day. So warm a day for you.

 

[macraven]

I eat any type of bacon
I just like bacon !

 

[schumigirl]

Yeah, Schumi, our store bacon is streaky. I do get what is more like farmer bacon from Whole Foods, and is more expensive. We eat both. Enjoy your ice cream and the rest of your day. So warm a day for you.

What is the other type of bacon you can buy? Is it more like what we have in the U.K.?

We have various types......but this is a regular back bacon slice......can vary in shape slightly.......






lol mac.......me too!!!

I do love American bacon with maple syrup and pancakes when we’re over there.......now I’m dreaming of that!!

 

[keishashadow]

Hey all, it’s been a busy week here. Stopping by to say hey & to have a great weekend all

Well if we ever get a chance to do a meet up you will definitely be able to tell I'm from Wisconsin! I've been told I have a very thick accent, don't cha know. I personally can't hear it and think I sound like a choir of angels when I talk.

This guy is hilarious if you know anyone from the midwest you will understand completely.

So funny!!!

Here, anyone who works in a professional capacity has a ‘work’ voice. One where we manage to sound generically appropriate but the RL one is our default

This is my life

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More bad news for the day. I just learned that the Celtic Thunder concert has been moved from December 2020 to December 2021. B is going to be very upset.

Yep, it’s those little things and tend to strike deep. We have yet to hear boo re postponed Rolling Stones concert. Annoys me to think of the interest they are making on all That money

Yeah, kids are to go to a concert this August, and was changed to an earlier date next August. I just asked for a refund, Charade. New date was so close as to when little one returns to college, and we really don’t know if even want to be in a huge amount of people next summer.

I thot phillie cancelled all concerts & entertainment events to public?

Nothing here to speak of, some talk about drive in type but haven’t seen any advertised

It is a derogatory word aimed at poor rural white people in the South
Mainly at Georgians

It’s become adopted & utilized very mainstream with in urban areas.. Not quite on par with the n-word, but it is nonetheless a sharp racial insult that resonates even if some white northerners don't get it.

And there's even a ride at Hershey Park called the Coal Cracker. So no harm intended or offense to anyone who has a different definition.

Oh yeah, we shaken our heads on that one as to why that hasn’t been changed but figure since in the middle of state/mostly rural it has passed under the radar.

More about Pennsylvanians and coal region people in particular

Not directing this at you, just stating my reality here which differs from yours in many significant ways. One size does not fit all

WesternPA is such a large state, it’s basically three distinct areas with the east & west somewhat different in tone but the middle of the state is sharply different as to social norms.

Bituminous coal is primarily mined in western PA back, going back into the 1800’s. Dirty & dangerous job, those who lived here wouldn’t deign to perform. Country needed large numbers of immigrants to fuel the country, including both sides of my family. They struggled & worked in inhumane conditions, forming unions we can all thank for safer work environments & a 40 hour week.

You knew you ‘made it’ when you stepped up the ladder into the steel mills and aeronautic industry . My Dad worked in the latter, had to go into the mines during the recession in the 70’s & work as a (back-breaking) roof bolter to support our family.

I had to pick him up in the ER once after a cave in, he was totally covered in grey ash. Had no idea the sacrifices he made for us. I grew up that day, there is no shame in hard work. He died within 10 years at the age of 61 of black lung

I am a very proud coal miner’s daughter. So, yes, that term, even as a one-off, is quite offensive to me.

What is the other type of bacon you can buy? Is it more like what we have in the U.K.?

We have various types......but this is a regular back bacon slice......can vary in shape slightly.......


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lol mac.......me too!!!

I do love American bacon with maple syrup and pancakes when we’re over there.......now I’m dreaming of that!!

Food porn . I dig thru the packages to look for those beauties

 

[Lynne G]

Yep, the Whole Foods bacon looks like that, Schumi. I too, like Keisha go through the packs, to get the package I want, or direct to pick the pieces I want from the case. Yeah, all talk of food. Yum.

No Keisha, their concert was to be in the Linc, where basketball and hockey play. Was to be on little one’s birthday, this year, but was finally rescheduled until 20 August 2021. We took the refund, and shredded the tickets. Sad, but the kids are not shedding any tears. Yeah, with those Marlins giving all the virus positive results, ballpark is closed until further notice. Though that was after they told the news outlets, that they fully planned to have a double header tomorrow. Money is a serious driver of decisions. Why the baseball head sees nothing wrong with playing ball. Sigh.
And talking of money, the ballpark is now offering for you to look at screens of a concert from your car in their parking lot. Pay more, and you can park closer. Only time you can leave your car, is to use the port a potties. Yeah, we bought none of those money grab tickets either, no matter how many emails I got about it, or heard in the news. Money making. Yeah. Oh and saw, for now, no PIAA school and private games can have family and friends watch. That was after over 2,000 of our residents asked to do so. Yeah, sometimes I wonder if our residents know better. Sigh. But whatever, we have had little league play in the fields across the street. And we saw spectators. Sigh. Some just never learn. Though I am going to USO, so I guess I don’t learn either.

 

[macraven]

I have not been to a concert since I moved south.

don't miss the crowds

 

[keishashadow]

Oh and saw, for now, no PIAA school and private games can have family and friends watch.

200 people Max Other protocols in place. Football helmet Shields, ball sanitizing each series, sideline zone extended 20 yards to spread out players. Face masks & gloves for GD as water girl


DS already has non mandatory conditioning with safety protocols in place for his team. I’m shocked at large turn out live streaming games at least here

she’s going back to school full time. There are other options available but no hybrid right now

But whatever, we have had little league play in the fields across the street. And we saw spectators. Sigh. Some just never learn. Though I am going to USO, so I guess I don’t learn either.

Yes, we are in same tribe. Will be settled in again tonight outdoors 6 feet away from non family

We do a modified bubble social distancing thing. If We wouldn’t, GD would have nobody to wAtch her as daycare Is only available to truly essential workers (direct health care & police & firemen here).

basically, many paps & grandmas are finding themselves in between a rock & a hard place & are literally holding our breath

 

[mckennarose]

I think besides meat I get from Whole Foods, I think the best beef I get is from Costco.

I wish we had Costoc or Whole Foods. But we don't. Or a Trader Joe's. Sigh....

Yeah, I get mildly shocked at the price of beef

I haven't been buying it, but the prices were good yesterday so I stocked up a little.

We have a place called Makro here, it’s very similar to Costco, you have to have a business card to go in

That's how Sam's is too.

I eat any type of bacon
I just like bacon !

Oh yes! Except for Turkey bacon... I can't get into that.

Bituminous coal is primarily mined in western PA back, going back into the 1800’s. Dirty & dangerous job, those who lived here wouldn’t deign to perform. Country needed large numbers of immigrants to fuel the country, including both sides of my family. They struggled & worked in inhumane conditions, forming unions we can all thank for safer work environments & a 40 hour week.

It was the same here, and most of my great grandfather's and grandfather's generation worked the anthracite mines. My great grandfather died in a cave-in here. We have copies of the newspaper clippings from back then. Another man who died with him left 4 orphaned children, as his wife passed away previously. My great grandfather left his wife and 8 children when he died. Most of the boys were breaker boys to start.

I live in a coal town, surrounded by other coal towns and the underground mines are everywhere, though mostly sealed now. We also have the heritage of our area being the site of many mining industry injustices including a massacre on immigrants workers for protesting, mining subsidence accidents where entire patchtown houses were swallowed up by collapsing mines, and the Molly Maguire's legacy.

We have a very deep and personal history with the mining industry here. And a lot of tragic stories of how the coal barons would purposely keep the immigrants mixed so they couldn't communicate with each other and fight the working conditions. Our area is a mix of Italian, Irish, Polish and German immigrants primarily, and they had to take the work they could get. We grew up learning and living in our coal mining heritage and everyone knows family who worked the mines. Some still do, although it's now strip mining rather than underground.

Two of the main issues we still have here are the mine subsidences and contaminated water from the drainage tunnels that still are open and functioning. The coal barons drained their tunnels into existing creeks in the area, contaminating the creeks and they went so far as to buy the "rights" of the waterways so the farmers who depended on the creeks for drinking water and irrigation for their crops, couldn't sue them. It was a messed up system for sure, and one that we personally still pay for. One of the drainage tunnels still flows under part of a mountain here, and we are waiting for the day when it collapses because it is not maintained and it will blow a big hole in the area where houses are. It's frustrating to say the least.

Occasionally a mine will open and people will explore them before they seal them up again. The mine my great grandfather died in opened from a storm a few years ago and there is video footage of what the inside looked like. Just watching the videos gave me a great appreciation for what my family experienced by those working conditions, with no light, no way out and far below the surface.

I mentioned the Centralia mine fire a few posts back. It is still burning. I watched an entire town disappear during the 70's and 80's from that fire. And it's still burning. I haven't been back there in years, but I know people try to explore that area. People never got paid adequately from the government for their houses and most had to start over in Mt. Carmel and other nearby areas. The mining industry continues to have an effect on us in the present.

We have a lot of personal interest in the mining history of our area, and we do explore different locations (not go in) to see the places where our family worked so hard. I have old mining maps where we can see where the tunnels are. You and I have talked about our blue collar roots before. I know the work was considered of low status, but I'm proud of what my family of immigrants made here so the rest of our family could succeed. I'm telling you this so you know that I feel and experience the effects of the mining industry on a regular basis. It's personal to me too and nothing I say about it is flippant, I hope you know that.

He died within 10 years at the age of 61 of black lung

I am very sorry to hear that.

So, yes, that term, even as a one-off, is quite offensive to me.

If I offended you I apologize. I never have been offended personally by being called a coal-cracker or when told I had a coal-cracker accent. No one here gets offended by it either, which may be why the ride is still in Hershey park. ?? I can't say. I can only say that my experience has not been the same as yours with regard to the term.

 

[keishashadow]

If I offended you I apologize. I never have been offended personally by being called a coal-cracker or when told I had a coal-cracker accent. No one here gets offended by it either, which may be why the ride is still in Hershey park. ?? I can't say. I can only say that my experience has not been the same as yours with regard to the term

We are good, no worries. Thank you for clarifying

We live in Such hyper-sensitive times. Good intentions aside, I’d step lightly using that particular word outside of ur area or people May very well get the wrong idea

 

[macraven]

We only buy pork bacon.
Usually the thick slabs are what we use

Have read there is turkey bacon in other posts but never tried it.

I can eat bacon fried or baked in the toaster oven
Mayo goes good on either one for me.

Have had bacon like the picture Schumi posted.

Now that is Bacon at it’s finest!

 

[schumigirl]

Hey all, it’s been a busy week here. Stopping by to say hey & to have a great weekend all


So funny!!!

Here, anyone who works in a professional capacity has a ‘work’ voice. One where we manage to sound generically appropriate but the RL one is our default

This is my life

.
Yep, it’s those little things and tend to strike deep. We have yet to hear boo re postponed Rolling Stones concert. Annoys me to think of the interest they are making on all That money

I thot phillie cancelled all concerts & entertainment events to public?

Nothing here to speak of, some talk about drive in type but haven’t seen any advertised


It’s become adopted & utilized very mainstream with in urban areas.. Not quite on par with the n-word, but it is nonetheless a sharp racial insult that resonates even if some white northerners don't get it.


Oh yeah, we shaken our heads on that one as to why that hasn’t been changed but figure since in the middle of state/mostly rural it has passed under the radar.

Not directing this at you, just stating my reality here which differs from yours in many significant ways. One size does not fit all

WesternPA is such a large state, it’s basically three distinct areas with the east & west somewhat different in tone but the middle of the state is sharply different as to social norms.

Bituminous coal is primarily mined in western PA back, going back into the 1800’s. Dirty & dangerous job, those who lived here wouldn’t deign to perform. Country needed large numbers of immigrants to fuel the country, including both sides of my family. They struggled & worked in inhumane conditions, forming unions we can all thank for safer work environments & a 40 hour week.

You knew you ‘made it’ when you stepped up the ladder into the steel mills and aeronautic industry . My Dad worked in the latter, had to go into the mines during the recession in the 70’s & work as a (back-breaking) roof bolter to support our family.

I had to pick him up in the ER once after a cave in, he was totally covered in grey ash. Had no idea the sacrifices he made for us. I grew up that day, there is no shame in hard work. He died within 10 years at the age of 61 of black lung

I am a very proud coal miner’s daughter. So, yes, that term, even as a one-off, is quite offensive to me.


Food porn . I dig thru the packages to look for those beauties

Food porn is always good isn`t it!!!!!

It was a harsh life for sure down those pits. We had a lot of coal mines where we grew up, if you didn`t go into one industry you went down the pits. Whole generations followed each other. That is dreadful about your father, far too young an age to die.

Yep, the Whole Foods bacon looks like that, Schumi. I too, like Keisha go through the packs, to get the package I want, or direct to pick the pieces I want from the case. Yeah, all talk of food. Yum.

Ah, I see......wonder why they don`t serve it in hotels and such......cost issue I guess.......

We only buy pork bacon.
Usually the thick slabs are what we use

Have read there is turkey bacon in other posts but never tried it.

I can eat bacon fried or baked in the toaster oven
Mayo goes good on either one for me.

Have had bacon like the picture Schumi posted.

Now that is Bacon at it’s finest!

Turkey bacon I tried once.....and once was enough!!!!

Good bacon is amazing......and well worth getting the "good stuff" you really can taste the difference.

It`ll be on offer tomorrow morning too mac.......in white rolls!!!!




Dinner was good, very filling and tasty and we are back inside now........it`s dulled down and very breezy.......but still so warm, it`ll cool down for tomorrow. My mum had thunder and lightning this afternoon, so wonder if it`s heading our way as it is forecast.

Now trying to keep cool and the fan is working nicely.....plus weather is changing....it was lovely having such high temperatures for a day.

Glass of wine time now........

 

[Realfoodfans]

Good evening folks.
Beautiful day here and so glad of air conditioning in cars - how did we cope when young with the windows down and a little fan operating from the cigarette lighter! Traffic was dreadful as everyone headed to the coast but grandchildren were so excited to arrive at the caravan we’re so glad we came.

It’s a beautiful spot overlooking a wildlife area and lake. Had a little walk round the first part after we ate tonight and lots of little froglets crossing the path caused great excitement.

Sad news last night as government announced return of restrictions in some areas that means our first sleepover at our friends in Yorkshire next weekend has to be postponed again. People struggling to understand the reasoning as you can go to a pub or restaurant near strangers but not have any friends or family at your house. Many saying the government daren’t say it’s because of Eid and to stop the gatherings that would be taking place this weekend in those communities.

Talking of bacon have brought plenty of “proper” bacon (nitrate free) and it will be bacon for breakfast tomorrow.

 

[macraven]

Does anyone here put mayonnaise on their bacon..?

Do I need to bring a jar of it for Schumi’s bacon party tomorrow?

or should I also bring grape jam?

After the bacon talk, not in the mood for meatloaf dinner tonight.

 

[Realfoodfans]

@macraven mayo and bacon only if a BLT for me.

 

[schumigirl]

Does anyone here put mayonnaise on their bacon..?

Do I need to bring a jar of it for Schumi’s bacon party tomorrow?

or should I also bring grape jam?

After the bacon talk, not in the mood for meatloaf dinner tonight.

Always have mayo here....Tom is a fan. But.......not on bacon at breakfast......but we don`t mind if you have it.......

I love grape jelly....only ever have it in America......one of the girls in the Club Lounge looked at me in horror as I had it with cream cheese on white toast......lol....not that odd a mix at all.......seems perfect to me......


After our 90+ temps today, we had black clouds rollin and just had the biggest downpour of rain and some lightning.......no thunder. Think it`s gone off now and it has cooled slightly.

Glad we didn`t go out as some roads were congested today with folks trying to get to the beaches.......not my idea of fun at all. We`re spoiled as we can walk to our nearest beach in around 10 minutes...

Tomorrow will be cooler for sure......no plans yet, don`t usually do much on Saturdays. Gardener is supposed to be coming early am to do some restaining on one of the decking areas, but with the rain tonight not sure he`ll still do it. I thinkk it needs to be completely dry. Plenty of time.......

Having a lemonade with blueberries, strawberries with lemon and limes too.....very refreshing.

Don`t forget that "good bacon" mac in the morning

 

[mckennarose]

We are good, no worries. Thank you for clarifying

No problem. You know where I live and where I'm come from.

We live in Such hyper-sensitive times.

I know. When I took the fish over to my parent's house earlier I asked both of them about the term and if they find it offensive. Neither of them do, and said the same as I did. We use it to describe it as part of our culture here, especially the way we speak. My dad said people could get offended with anything, depending on how it was directed to them and the intent. That's true, and we've not had it directed toward us as a negative thing. My dad said he has known some writers from bigger cities to come in and write stories on our area and use the term, and they definitely did mean it as a slur or derogatory term as the coal region was a poor region. But they both personally had other nationality-specific slurs thrown at them when they were younger because of their nationality and looks. One in particular is now used as a name of an Italian sandwich in some places. ?? That one my father would probably take offense to.

Good intentions aside, I’d step lightly using that particular word outside of ur area or people May very well get the wrong idea

I appreciate the note. As I mentioned, it's usually directed to me as a way to describe our accent or the way we say some words. And it's always been from people from this area, even if we meet them in Florida.

Sad news last night as government announced return of restrictions in some areas that means our first sleepover at our friends in Yorkshire next weekend has to be postponed again.

Aww, I'm sorry. That stinks that your plans are postponed.
I'm waiting to see what our area is going to do. Our numbers are increasing again, but still not anywhere near as bad as before.

I love grape jelly....only ever have it in America......one of the girls in the Club Lounge looked at me in horror as I had it with cream cheese on white toast......lol....not that odd a mix at all.......seems perfect to me......

I only ever have grape jelly on vacation if we stop for breakfast. It reminds me of when we drove to the Jersey shore every summer for vacation and we would stop for breakfast. That was the coolest thing when I was a kid!
My mom used to make us cream cheese and grape jelly sandwiches when we were little. I can't say that followed me into adulthood though.

After our 90+ temps today,

That's really hot for you, isn't it? We were in the high 80's today.

 

[Realfoodfans]

@mckennarose lucky our area in Cheshire hasn’t had a spike in cases - hoping it stays that way - but our friends home (though in a rural area) is under a boundary of Kirklees which is high Asian community and their figures have risen badly.

Kind of you to take the fish over. I love most fish but particularly fresh tuna, trout or sea bass. Always choose fish on a specials menu!

Everyone tucked up in their beds now so hopefully not too early a start in the morning!

 

[macraven]

Been watching the weather channel
My area will be missing the heavy storms but think a couple homies in the sans will have to deal with it.

It’s just not summer without them.

Hope all stay safe!