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

[Lynne G]

Thanks Keisha, never heard of that candy. Do you use white sugar or brown? May try it someday. Seems easy enough.

 

[keishashadow]

White sugar & Karo syrup & no cream of tartar involved. A bit trickier but far easier than version I used to make. It’s all in the timing. These ones probably could’ve come out of the mixing bowl a minute or two earlier but the mr likes them extra crunchy on the outside. They are just too over-the-top sweet for me lol. If you want me to send u the recipe, let me know.

 

[Charade67]

Late night check in. Our big excitement for today was ording blinds for our living room windows.

Dh is currently watching a Godzilla movie. It's so bad it's almost painful to watch.

Nothing really to post about today.

Tried making divinity once. It was an epic fail.

 

[Realfoodfans]

Morning all peaceful Sunday morning.

Coffee and croissants with some special jam received at Christmas for breakfast. As children not here taking the opportunity to eat up some items from the freezer before restocking so some of our Mediterranean Lamb Sausages out for later.

Washing my hair shortly and Kev will dry it for me before we drive over to my brother.

Had lovely catch up with my best friend in Yorkshire yesterday. We message most days but a proper chat. They had their vaccinations yesterday which shows the vast difference in how areas are dealing with it. Both early 70’s he is fit and well but my friend has a health condition. Here still over 80’s waiting to be called. No weekend clinics here though. Miss them so much she is a whirlwind of energy and inspiration to me.

May miss morning zoom church as will probably go out around that time. Have joined in a couple of 9am prayer meetings in the week.

What is everyone doing on their Sunday?

 

[schumigirl]

Better late than never. Busy day, had to pop by hospital for bloodwork pre check up next week. Then, decided it was time to use up the sad bananas & make the mr his beloved divinity That stuff so sweet it makes my teeth hurt. Something for everyone

takeout Chinese was great today, has been hit & miss last few forays

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Continued good wishes to Mac!

I feel his pain. Frustrating experience there for him

As my mr’s, basically got a good a take a whiz in the wind’ response as to their request for vaccines.

Oh, I’m sure! Seems like the best seafood comes from colder water Many bodies of water here are far too dicey to consider as to degree of chemical runoff

Looks good, I`m a lover of meringue, but I can feel my crowns coming out with those!!

Yes, I`m a huge advocate of Scottish produce, whether it be seafood, steak or lamb. We do have some lovely produce around us, no denying it, but nothing beats Scottish for us. I fancy some crab now thinking about local seafood.......

White sugar & Karo syrup & no cream of tartar involved. A bit trickier but far easier than version I used to make. It’s all in the timing. These ones probably could’ve come out of the mixing bowl a minute or two earlier but the mr likes them extra crunchy on the outside. They are just too over-the-top sweet for me lol. If you want me to send u the recipe, let me know.

Your mister has good teeth!!! I`m very jealous........

We love home made butter tablet....very Scottish sweet (candy) but oh my goodness, you feel your teeth disintegrating as you make it.......pure sugar but the nicest thing on earth when you want something over the top sweet......

Can`t remember if I told you or not but my mum gets her vaccination on Wednesday.....not too long a wait for her thankfully.





I think yesterday was one of the quietest days on here I`ve ever seen.....hope that means folks are having fun and not poorly......

Plenty of facetime and zoom chats today for me........and with some careful social distancing drop off a present for a friend who is having a special birthday today.....the 25th anniversary of her 25th birthday......nice!! Her gifts I ordered only arrived on Friday despite ordering them on the 2nd of this month, but at least they arrived on time. Will leave them outside and she can come out when we`ve gone.

Making Beef Wellington tonight for dinner with some red wine sauce to go with it, don`t often make it as I prefer the fillet as it is and not covered in pastry, but Tom requested it, so I`ll make it.

Lunch is soup and the rest of the focaccia, so not much to do there.

We did plan to go a walk today as it is gorgeous again, but barely above freezing so we won`t bother, we all have some things to be doing today. I am getting through my book group book though....read a few chapters last night, and it`s not as bad as I thought.

It`s lovely seeing some sunshine though........and beautiful blue skies.

Have the best Sunday






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[Lynne G]

Good Morning Julie and Schumi. Nice the birthday drop offs today. Happy Birthday to both the birthday guy and lady.

A very clear night, which means that 21F the thermometer still says. As weather guy said, a cold and clear start to this Sunday, with a beautiful sunrise to see, and a cloud filled sunset, with wind enough to make you feel like it’s 12F out. Sigh, a maybe bad hair day? And eeek, the chance of snow on Tuesday has increased enough to most likely now. Let’s hope the snow falls somewhere else. LoL

Ah yes, the most routine of a Sunday we have. I’m finishing up the wash, and made some tea. Remote in my hand and a blanket on my lap. Kids will be up by noon. Then grocery run to get whatever we need, and trash goes out. Alarm already set. Yep, our Sunday routine.

Ack, I hate hearing a noisy plane. Shoo, you’re even louder than some of the traffic that is speeding by. Ah, quiet again.

Super Fun Sunday to all the homies.

And a this talk of sweet, maybe I’ll make some cookies. Will heat up the kitchen when I turn the oven on. Will smell good too, as they bake. Off to see if I have enough flour. Otherwise, maybe pudding, as most likely do have enough milk.

 

[Realfoodfans]

Gift delivered but he’s saving it for the day tomorrow. My brother is another doer and “normally” runs one of his trains (that he built) every Sunday at a large Manchester park. He still works 3 days a week because he loves his job (another Astra Zeneca employee) and helps run a theatre group in addition to walking groups. So I wasn’t surprised when there was a delay answering the door and he appeared in his decorating gear! Socially distanced chat and a promise to meet up as soon as we can.

We then parked up in the village my parents lived in as nearby and had a walk with Louie. Some paths snowy but some very muddy where the snow has melted. Muddy dog again! Hardly anyone about but a few getting takeouts at cafes in the village. We decided to head home for our
coffee.

So home now and dog showered. Another movie lined up.

I like soft meringue like on the top of a pie but not the ultra sweet chalky type. Definitely couldn’t eat Tablet or similar Kendal mint cake. Do love current trend for salted caramel.

Lynne I will be joining you under my fluffy throw when I settle down!

 

[keishashadow]

Sun is shining, birds are tweeting, almost seemed like a spring day until I set foot out on deck this morning...a bit brisk, 13 degrees Who needs coffee after that lol? For some reason ordering a new, huge dry erase board seemed to be a good idea yesterday need to head out to Target to grab it today. Haven’t been to a store in over a week Think i’m Going to double mask it.

Dh is currently watching a Godzilla movie. It's so bad it's almost painful to watch.

But, therein lies the beauty of it .

Tried making divinity once. It was an epic fail.

Oh, I’ve had my share. The polish your metal mixing bowl & beaters with salt trick seems to help, along with never on a humid day.

Washing my hair shortly and Kev will dry it for me before we drive over to my brother.

your DH dries your hair for you? Talk about a keeper! I hate blow drying my hair, arms too short

Can`t remember if I told you or not but my mum gets her vaccination on Wednesday.....not too long a wait for her thankfully.

No, that is amazing news! Curious, any idea as to the criteria there for signing up? It’s a mish mash here, they just opened our 1A group up to anyone over 65 + those younger with specific underlying conditions. A big controversy as so many health care workers haven’t been inoculated yet. That said, it appears we’ve scored too but I’ll believe it when that needle hits the arm. Too many have had their appointments cancelled here.

Making Beef Wellington tonight for dinner with some red wine sauce to go with it, don`t often make it as I prefer the fillet as it is and not covered in pastry, but Tom requested it, so I`ll make it.

I had to re-read that to make sure. People make beef Wellington? Who knew . Thot that was only a fancy restaurant dish. Some sort of spicey creole scampi thing here today on tap but i’ve been hungry for wings. They’ve gone missing from the stores the last two weeks due to football playoff demand. Yes, it’s a thing lol

 

[Lynne G]

Hehe, older one wanted wings last night, Keisha. Ended up with chicken fingers and fries. Air frier works great with both. Kids put melted cheese and bacon on their fries. Had to sample. Was good. Think little one added chopped tomato pieces too.

Eggs were bought. So eggs with some chopped up, defrosted spinach, cheese and crushed up some bacon to put in it. Yum. Older one and I enjoyed those eggs. Little one had soup. Chicken noodle. Ah, I’d say breakfast during weekend breakfast hour.

Older one said he’d grocery shop for me. Will ask little one for her list, as most of what older one would pick, little one would turn her nose up at.

Thinking maybe street tacos tonight. Have done steak, so steak they will be. All eat those.

Aw, Louie needing a bath. Yeah, cool enough here, under a throw is the way to go.

Saying around an inch of snow from the now weaker storm coming in the wee hours of Tuesday. Hence, may be looking at white on Taco Tuesday.

Hope all are having a good Sunday.

 

[schumigirl]

Good Morning Julie and Schumi. Nice the birthday drop offs today. Happy Birthday to both the birthday guy and lady.

A very clear night, which means that 21F the thermometer still says. As weather guy said, a cold and clear start to this Sunday, with a beautiful sunrise to see, and a cloud filled sunset, with wind enough to make you feel like it’s 12F out. Sigh, a maybe bad hair day? And eeek, the chance of snow on Tuesday has increased enough to most likely now. Let’s hope the snow falls somewhere else. LoL

Ah yes, the most routine of a Sunday we have. I’m finishing up the wash, and made some tea. Remote in my hand and a blanket on my lap. Kids will be up by noon. Then grocery run to get whatever we need, and trash goes out. Alarm already set. Yep, our Sunday routine.

Ack, I hate hearing a noisy plane. Shoo, you’re even louder than some of the traffic that is speeding by. Ah, quiet again.

Super Fun Sunday to all the homies.

And a this talk of sweet, maybe I’ll make some cookies. Will heat up the kitchen when I turn the oven on. Will smell good too, as they bake. Off to see if I have enough flour. Otherwise, maybe pudding, as most likely do have enough milk.

Now cookies I love.......much as though I love the aforementioned goodies like meringue and butter tablet, sadly they play havoc with stomach issues, so a tiny piece is usually enough for me, but cookies......mmmmm. What kind did you make??

As long as they don`t have oats in them I`ll eat em.......

Think it sounds ultra cold where you are now lynne......hope snow doesn`t come as forecast. Think it`s forecast here but not so much where we are. Bring on the warmer weather.........

Sun is shining, birds are tweeting, almost seemed like a spring day until I set foot out on deck this morning...a bit brisk, 13 degrees Who needs coffee after that lol? For some reason ordering a new, huge dry erase board seemed to be a good idea yesterday need to head out to Target to grab it today. Haven’t been to a store in over a week Think i’m Going to double mask it.View attachment 552021

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Oh, I’ve had my share. The polish your metal mixing bowl & beaters with salt trick seems to help, along with never on a humid day.

your DH dries your hair for you? Talk about a keeper! I hate blow drying my hair, arms too short

No, that is amazing news! Curious, any idea as to the criteria there for signing up? It’s a mish mash here, they just opened our 1A group up to anyone over 65 + those younger with specific underlying conditions. A big controversy as so many health care workers haven’t been inoculated yet. That said, it appears we’ve scored too but I’ll believe it when that needle hits the arm. Too many have had their appointments cancelled here.

I had to re-read that to make sure. People make beef Wellington? Who knew . Thot that was only a fancy restaurant dish. Some sort of spicey creole scampi thing here today on tap but i’ve been hungry for wings. They’ve gone missing from the stores the last two weeks due to football playoff demand. Yes, it’s a thing lol

Love the memes!

In Scotland she has been called as she is 85, more or less the same way they`re doing it in England. Over 80`s then over 70`s is the simplified order. My aunt in a care home was done almost first before mum. I think the staff in there have all been done too. Glad she`s getting it, and my sister got it too as she is a front line nurse in a hospital, although she is retiring at the end of this month finally. She`s been a nurse since she left school....long, long time. Yes, hope it`s not cancelled for you this week and you get your "jag". My cousins in the States laughed when I said we called getting an injection a "jag" lol......

Beef Wellington is a funny one......I don`t make it often as I think the fillet is better prepared as it is.....and I can`t eat mushrooms or pate which cover the beef. I give myself a task by only doing some of the joint with both items on the fillet, can be a bit uneven but usually works out fine.......not everyone wraps the beef in parma ham either but it helps avoid a "soggy bottom" with the pastry.

Love the sound of your dinner too.....I am visualising your creole scampi......lush......and love a good wing!! Have to rely on making our own over here....not many places "do them good" the way we get them in The States! One of the best plate of wings I ever ate outside of Florida was with my cousins in Long Island.....I was surprised how good they were......I could eat them right now!




Spent the afternoon chatting on facetime to a couple of friends and then goddaughter called and I saw our newest baby.......It`s so hard not being able to go see her. I know the grandparents are desperate to go see her.

Found a new drama to binge watch. Only 5 episodes but it`s about a group of young people in the early 80`s as Aids was rearing it`s ugly head. Humorous and so sad at the same time. Watched the first episode and will watch the other 4 tonight I think. I read someone wrote we`ll need more hankies as it is so poignant. Written by Russell T Davies who is a wonderful writer, except......Keisha.....he was the one responsible for so many Dr Who episodes that were slated as being dreadful.

It`ll pass a Sunday night.

I think everyone is through with the big screen watching the first Indiana Jones movie......

Almost 4.30pm and still light....you can really see it`s already staying lighter that bit longer now.

 

[macraven]

Good morning homies

A shout out for WM Doc for taking over my 4 forums for me these past days

And for Schumi for her post that lifted my spirits this week.

I had emergency oral surgery for an abscess molar.
Tooth and bone removed
I can think of better ways to have fun...

I still plan to fly to Orlando Tuesday

 

[schumigirl]

Good morning homies

A shout out for WM Doc for taking over my 4 forums for me these past days

And for Schumi for her post that lifted my spirits this week.

I had emergency oral surgery for an abscess molar.
Tooth and bone removed
I can think of better ways to have fun...

I still plan to fly to Orlando Tuesday

Good to see you back mac......

And yes, you`ll be right as rain for Tuesday......can`t believe your trip is almost here....doesn`t seem 5 minutes since you first mentioned it.......

 

[Realfoodfans]

Glad you’re back Mac and hope you heal well - you were missed x

 

[cam757]

A beautiful but chilly Sunday here. No plans to go out today. I did a little running around yesterday. Went to Sam's Club, Lidls and gassed up for the week. Back to reality tomorrow. No more sleeping in or staying up late watching television. I finally did watch the first two episodes of the Mandalorian last week. So far, not excited about it. I hope it gets better. I took a break from Poirot for a while so this week I picked up where I left off with Season 11 and watched through to season 12. Tim Curry and Martin Shaw were guests on separate episodes. Very good shows.

I am actually a little happy to be returning to work. I miss my co-workers and am ready for a change of scenery. DH got the call yesterday, he can return to work tomorrow so that was good news.

Making spaghetti for dinner. DH loves spaghetti so I will make a big pot so we will have leftovers. I don't have any bread for garlic bread so I may try to make a loaf of french bread from scratch.

Better late than never. Busy day, had to pop by hospital for bloodwork pre check up next week. Then, decided it was time to use up the sad bananas & make the mr his beloved divinity That stuff so sweet it makes my teeth hurt. Something for everyone

Love banana bread. Looks delish!

We love home made butter tablet....very Scottish sweet (candy) but oh my goodness, you feel your teeth disintegrating as you make it.......pure sugar but the nicest thing on earth when you want something over the top sweet......

Can`t remember if I told you or not but my mum gets her vaccination on Wednesday.....not too long a wait for her thankfully.

Had to look up butter tablet. Looks similar to fudge. Looks very sweet.

Glad your mom is getting her shot this week. My mom who is 75 just became eligible this week. I spoke to her this morning and she is getting a cold (at least I hope that is all it is) so I doubt she will go get one this week.

Ah yes, the most routine of a Sunday we have. I’m finishing up the wash, and made some tea. Remote in my hand and a blanket on my lap. Kids will be up by noon. Then grocery run to get whatever we need, and trash goes out. Alarm already set. Yep, our Sunday routine.

Sounds like a nice Sunday to me.

Older one said he’d grocery shop for me. Will ask little one for her list, as most of what older one would pick, little one would turn her nose up at.

I used to love to grocery show for my mom when I was still living at home. I would clip coupons and make a whole thing of it. I probably spent more money than she wanted but hey I had a coupon...LOL.

I had emergency oral surgery for an abscess molar.
Tooth and bone removed
I can think of better ways to have fun...

I still plan to fly to Orlando Tuesday

Glad to see you back up and running. Oral surgery does not sound fun at all. Prayers for a speedy recovery. I must of missed the news about your upcoming trip. I hope you have a great time!!

 

[schumigirl]

A beautiful but chilly Sunday here. No plans to go out today. I did a little running around yesterday. Went to Sam's Club, Lidls and gassed up for the week. Back to reality tomorrow. No more sleeping in or staying up late watching television. I finally did watch the first two episodes of the Mandalorian last week. So far, not excited about it. I hope it gets better. I took a break from Poirot for a while so this week I picked up where I left off with Season 11 and watched through to season 12. Tim Curry and Martin Shaw were guests on separate episodes. Very good shows.

I am actually a little happy to be returning to work. I miss my co-workers and am ready for a change of scenery. DH got the call yesterday, he can return to work tomorrow so that was good news.

Making spaghetti for dinner. DH loves spaghetti so I will make a big pot so we will have leftovers. I don't have any bread for garlic bread so I may try to make a loaf of french bread from scratch.



Love banana bread. Looks delish!



Had to look up butter tablet. Looks similar to fudge. Looks very sweet.

Glad your mom is getting her shot this week. My mom who is 75 just became eligible this week. I spoke to her this morning and she is getting a cold (at least I hope that is all it is) so I doubt she will go get one this week.




Sounds like a nice Sunday to me.



I used to love to grocery show for my mom when I was still living at home. I would clip coupons and make a whole thing of it. I probably spent more money than she wanted but hey I had a coupon...LOL.



Glad to see you back up and running. Oral surgery does not sound fun at all. Prayers for a speedy recovery. I must of missed the news about your upcoming trip. I hope you have a great time!!

Good luck being back to normal this week cam.....yes, it`ll be nice getting back to see your co workers, and glad your husband is back too. Normality is something to celebrate now.

I love those Poirot episodes you mentioned with David Suchet. Peter Ustinov does both of them in earlier made movies, Three Act Tragedy has Tony Curtis playing Martin Shaw`s character. Some of the later ones we didn`t enjoy as much as no Miss Lemon, Hastings or Jaap.

Scottish tablet will melt your teeth for sure.....incredibly sweet but a much loved Scottish delicacy.....lol....so bad for you too! I don`t like fudge very much but this is nicer, it snaps when you break it, but shouldn`t be too hard. At Halloween as kids, if someone gave out tablet, their home was deluged with us kids.......word was soon spread around that #32 was handing out tablet......lol.

I`m sorry your mum might miss out if she has a cold. Hopefully she won`t have to wait too long for the next spot. Have a good week cam......






Clean plates all round tonight again.....I think it may have been a little too rare for some, but it was perfect for me......they ate it anyway and no soggy bottom pastry.

They`re having chocolate mousse tonight, not for me. Cup of tea and a little something sweet will do me.

 

[Lynne G]

Yay, Mac is back! Hope you are feeling better, and yay, for Tuesday flight. Sending lots of well wishes mummy dust mouth feels better fast.

Ah yes, still sunny out, still very cool feeling. Time for some pizza, as all are getting hungry. Yeah, mid afternoon lunch, yep.

 

[Realfoodfans]

@cam757 I regularly watch (and rewatch) Poirot and have just discovered David Suchet reading all the stories on YouTube. Hours and hours for when I can’t sleep! I’m sure getting back to routine will help with returning to work. I had a friend message this week that they are getting up later and later with no plans for their day and again am glad we mostly have Em and the children and that 7 am get up routine.

Started to watch the Robert Downey Jr Sherlock movie but no - not for us - we like the adaptations that stick to the books.

 

[schumigirl]

@cam757 I regularly watch (and rewatch) Poirot and have just discovered David Suchet reading all the stories on YouTube. Hours and hours for when I can’t sleep! I’m sure getting back to routine will help with returning to work. I had a friend message this week that they are getting up later and later with no plans for their day and again am glad we mostly have Em and the children and that 7 am get up routine.

Started to watch the Robert Downey Jr Sherlock movie but no - not for us - we like the adaptations that stick to the books.

I agree with those Sherlock Holmes movies.....I love RDJ so I did watch those movies despite having a real aversion to Jude Law (sanctimonious prat) but Tom likes them.

The only Sherlock Holmes movies I really love are the old Basil Rathbone/Nigel Bruce ones. Black and white but classics, they are Holmes and Watson for me. I love those books too.





Getting icy again here tonight. I don`t think we have to get the snow other places are getting, but very cold.

Time to switch tv on.......

 

[Charade67]

Happy Sunday. Another lazy one for us.

What is everyone doing on their Sunday?

Church this morning, then lunch with friends. Will spend most of the rest of the day watching football.

And eeek, the chance of snow on Tuesday has increased enough to most likely now. Let’s hope the snow falls somewhere else. LoL

Our weather forecast is crazy for next week. Look at the difference between Tuesday and Thursday.

your DH dries your hair for you? Talk about a keeper! I hate blow drying my hair, arms too short

I have to let my hair dry naturally. If I use a blow dryer it just gets frizzy. Maybe I need a diffuser.

Good morning homies

A shout out for WM Doc for taking over my 4 forums for me these past days

And for Schumi for her post that lifted my spirits this week.

I had emergency oral surgery for an abscess molar.
Tooth and bone removed
I can think of better ways to have fun...

I still plan to fly to Orlando Tuesday

Good to see you back. Hope you have a great time next week.

. I finally did watch the first two episodes of the Mandalorian last week. So far, not excited about it. I hope it gets better.

I thought it was a little slow to start, but did eventually get into the series. We have now started watching Wanda Vision. Really weird.

Almost time for football. I'm thinking Packers and Chiefs.

 

[cam757]

Cold night here. Sleet hitting the window earlier now it has turn into sparse flurries.

Spaghetti was a hit. It will be even better tomorrow. French bread came out pretty good. It was a little dense but not bad for my first attempt. I blame my oven . I need a new one terribly. I think I am going to start looking for one soon. The french bread loaf did not make great garlic bread but was good when it was right out of the oven with a slab of butter.

I regularly watch (and rewatch) Poirot and have just discovered David Suchet reading all the stories on YouTube. Hours and hours for when I can’t sleep! I’m sure getting back to routine will help with returning to work. I had a friend message this week that they are getting up later and later with no plans for their day and again am glad we mostly have Em and the children and that 7 am get up routine.

Love David Suchet as Poirot. He was made for the role.

I got into the same routine as your friend. Before you know it the day is gone and you have nothing to show for it. It was nice at first but I developed a routine that desperately needed to be changed.

I thought it was a little slow to start, but did eventually get into the series. We have now started watching Wanda Vision. Really weird.

I am going to stick with it. With all the rave reviews, I can only hope it gets better. I have seen the previews for Wanda Vision but haven't watched it yet.

Scottish tablet will melt your teeth for sure.....incredibly sweet but a much loved Scottish delicacy.....lol....so bad for you too! I don`t like fudge very much but this is nicer, it snaps when you break it, but shouldn`t be too hard. At Halloween as kids, if someone gave out tablet, their home was deluged with us kids.......word was soon spread around that #32 was handing out tablet....

I`m sorry your mum might miss out if she has a cold. Hopefully she won`t have to wait too long for the next spot. Have a good week cam......

I am not big on fudge either....unless it is peanut butter. I could eat my weight in peanut butter fudge.

I don't think my mom will be getting her show anytime soon. The health department is booked until the middle of February so unless her gp gets some vaccines, I think it will be a while.

Hope you have a good week too, Carole!