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

[Where'sPiglet?]

Hey my friends,

I know I have worried you all. Your phone calls have let me know that for sure & just on this page I see prayers & good thoughts for me. I am sorry for making everyone worry.

I just wanted to let everyone know the N.P. at the neurosurgeons office was wrong. I saw a primary care dr this morning & she did not see any signs of stroke or TIA (mini-strokes). But I knew that already. She did give me an order for a CT Scan if the neurosurgeon wants it to clear me for surgery. I have faxed that over to his office & am waiting to hear back from them.

I haven't been here, because I flat out have been just totally overwhelmed. I have been thinking & missing all of you. (and praying for those who needed it.) I have to confess that I have not been checking in at all. So I don't know what's going on with everyone. I am trying hard to pull myself together so I can keep up, it may depend on my stupid dr's office.

Just know I appreciate all of your prayers, good wishes & phone calls. You are all dear dear friends & are so important to me.

Don't worry about keeping up. Just hang in there. Tie a knot at the end of that rope of yours and HANG ON!

Another quick update. The nurse pract. has cleared me to schedule surgery. She said (finally) that if the Dr has any further concerns he will schedule any tests during my pre-op. Now again to make my decision as to when to do it. Angelina is on an interview right now, whether or not she is still going on vacation May 3 is one thing holding me up. Hopefully she will have an answer after the interview. So I'm probably looking at late May or early July. Alexis has a graduation ceremony May 20th that I'd like to make. I will miss my niece's wedding shower the end of May, but then would make her wedding July 11. If not, I'll do it after the wedding in mid July.

Stay strong and good luck with the decisions you need to make.

 

[NEVERENOUGHWDW]

I just spoke with my DM. They did x-rays, and have diagnosed DF with moderate/severe arthritis. He has been told to rest and take it easy. (easier said than done, he is so stubborn) They have given him an anti-inflamatory med to ease the pain. Hope it gives him some relief to function soon.

Ann[/quote

Ann, I hope the meds work for your Dad.

The hospital testing was ridiculous....the pain in my head & sinus was so bad on the way home I became dizzy & pulled over to throw up on the side of the road........poor people passing me

Sheryl

Dinner is not even a thought, Greg will have to fend for himself.

I do have the Paula Deen ham defrosting in the fridge but after Kat's experience on Easter I'm not looking forward to it.....I'll make that Saturday with the orange marmalade/Coca Cola trick.

 

[lucas]

WFD? Big salads.

 

[HERSEY]

Still not sure WFD I know the side dish though, couscous and broc n cheese I should have something to go with it.

Sheryl I am so sorry you are going through this.

Maria Hoping everything goes well with you.


Today is a sunny somewhat warm day here. Not sure why but I have a migrane going on not fun. How come migranes don't come on dark days

 

[scotlass]

Thank you all for prayers for Dad. Off to get ready.

Not sure what will be for dinner.

Hope all goes well for youse.

Nancy, you're going to be mad about this, but we had more school drama this morning, this time with Caili. Yesterday, her teacher saw that Caili just had banana bread for lunch and told her she should be bringing something else, like yogurt. Well, first of all, I don't usually send Caili in just with banana bread, but yesterday was an early release day and they cut down on lunch time, so I knew Caili would only have time to eat one thing. I figured she could have a piece of fruit when she got home. Second, Caili doesn't like bringing yogurt to school because even with an ice pack, it gets too warm and tastes gross. Third, what's really wrong with banana bread? They serve waffles and pancakes in the cafeteria sometimes. Anyway, I didn't know about the teacher's comments until this morning when I asked Caili what she wanted me to pack for lunch and she broke down sobbing. Needless to say, I wrote the teacher a note asking her to direct any nutrition concerns to me.

What is her problem.
Banana bread is much better than things you have listed.
Silly mare.

Another quick update. The nurse pract. has cleared me to schedule surgery. She said (finally) that if the Dr has any further concerns he will schedule any tests during my pre-op. Now again to make my decision as to when to do it. Angelina is on an interview right now, whether or not she is still going on vacation May 3 is one thing holding me up. Hopefully she will have an answer after the interview. So I'm probably looking at late May or early July. Alexis has a graduation ceremony May 20th that I'd like to make. I will miss my niece's wedding shower the end of May, but then would make her wedding July 11. If not, I'll do it after the wedding in mid July.


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Hope this goes well and having a definate course off action is a start.


Thank youse all for yer kind words and prayers for my friend.

I just started up a face book account and I would love some friends !!!

 

[Aimeedyan]

Another quick update. The nurse pract. has cleared me to schedule surgery. She said (finally) that if the Dr has any further concerns he will schedule any tests during my pre-op. Now again to make my decision as to when to do it. Angelina is on an interview right now, whether or not she is still going on vacation May 3 is one thing holding me up. Hopefully she will have an answer after the interview. So I'm probably looking at late May or early July. Alexis has a graduation ceremony May 20th that I'd like to make. I will miss my niece's wedding shower the end of May, but then would make her wedding July 11. If not, I'll do it after the wedding in mid July.

I had my appointment today and everything went great. Dr. said Emma's head was down, and I was measuring correctly. Her heartbeat was 148. My blood pressure was good 118/70. I lost 3 lbs since my last appointment so that brings my weight back to where I originally started my pregnancy with.

I just spoke with my DM. They did x-rays, and have diagnosed DF with moderate/severe arthritis. He has been told to rest and take it easy. (easier said than done, he is so stubborn) They have given him an anti-inflamatory med to ease the pain. Hope it gives him some relief to function soon.

Ann

 

[lucas]

In case anyone is interested:

Bring in 3 plastic bottles to ANY Disney Store April 22 (Earth Day) and receive a free gift.

http://disneyshopping.go.com/disney/store/Category_10002_10051_59503_-1_59503_____Disney-Store

 

[Aimeedyan]

I wonder what the free gift is? May have to stop by and see...

I made this recipe tonight - it was tasty and simple. I used rotisserie chicken that I had previously frozen to make it extra weeknight friendly.

Ginger-Peanut Chicken-Salad Wraps

1 teaspoon olive oil
6 (4-ounce) skinned, boned chicken breast halves
1 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber
3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
8 (8-inch) fat-free flour tortillas
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce


Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 5 minutes on each side or until done. Remove the chicken from pan; cool. Shred the chicken into bite-size pieces. Place chicken, cucumber, and bell pepper in a large bowl; set aside.

Place sugar and the next 6 ingredients (sugar through garlic) in a blender (I used my processor), and process until smooth. Add peanut butter and water; process until smooth, scraping sides. Add peanut butter mixture to chicken mixture; stir well. Add cilantro, and toss well. Warm tortillas according to package directions. Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture onto each tortilla; top each serving with 1/2 cup lettuce, and roll up.


Yield: 8 servings (serving size: 1 wrap)

CALORIES 280 (19% from fat); FAT 5.9g (sat 1.1g,mono 2.7g,poly 1.6g); IRON 2.5mg; CHOLESTEROL 49mg; CALCIUM 29mg; CARBOHYDRATE 30.5g; SODIUM 572mg; PROTEIN 25.8g; FIBER 2.4g

Cooking Light, JUNE 2000

 

[bigmerle1966]

I just started up a face book account and I would love some friends !!!

PM me your information and I will friend you!

Aimee- I bet you will get one of those tote bags.

 

[Aimeedyan]

Hey fellow magazine addicts! Check out this post on the budget board http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2150973

I got 5 subscriptions (Harpers Bazaar, Redbook, Marie Claire, Womans Day, Maxim) for $15!

 

[Where'sPiglet?]

Hey fellow magazine addicts! Check out this post on the budget board http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2150973

I got 5 subscriptions (Harpers Bazaar, Redbook, Marie Claire, Womans Day, Maxim) for $15!

I saw that thread. Magazines and I do not get along or I would totally sign up for that offer.


Aimee - I thought of you the other day because I watched that movie Boy in the Striped Pajamas. OMG

 

[liamsaunt]

Sheryl, I am glad to hear from you. I hope you are doing OK.

Scotlass, pm me or Laura your real name and we'll look you up and add you as a friend!

Laura, I forgot to call you, sorry! It's too late now. (I only typed this because I see your light on).

Dinner was lemon capellini with shrimp, asparagus, and green peas in a meyer lemon parmesean sauce:

I'm tired and really looking forward to the long weekend. MA gets Monday off for Patriots Day. Ironically, this nationally obscure holiday is the ONLY Monday holiday that John's office is closed for--because of the marathon.

 

[Aimeedyan]

I saw that thread. Magazines and I do not get along or I would totally sign up for that offer.


Aimee - I thought of you the other day because I watched that movie Boy in the Striped Pajamas. OMG

that movie is powerful, isn't it?

I have to hear how you and magazines don't get along...

 

[Where'sPiglet?]

I have to hear how you and magazines don't get along...

Nothing big or exciting. I just can't keep up with them, and they just become a steady stream of clutter that I don't have time to keep up with.

Boring story, I know.

 

[FormrCastMbr]

Good Morning,

Quick check in. I am expecting the Anderson window people that are coming to fix a few tracks...

Not sure about dinner. Probably take out. Andrew is going to his dad's and I will be busy getting Tom packed for his trip to Brussels.

Have a great day!

 

[Disney Ron]

TGIF...

I had a terrible night with DS last night. He was up from 1:00am - 4:00am. I am being lazy today and lounging in my jammies allday. I have been on the couch most of the morning with a headache and sore legs. I know it is due to lack of sleep. Hoping to catch a cat nap if he decides to nap. I will be reading along with you all, but forgive me if my brain is mush. I even called my DM and told her not to expect us for dinner tonight. I told her Dad and I need the rest!


I hope you all are well and have a great day.

Ann

 

[liamsaunt]

dinner tonight is grilled sesame crusted tuna with soy-wasabi dipping sauce, steamed sugar snap peas, and summer rolls.

 

[liamandcaili]

Hey my friends

Don't worry about us. Concentrate on your health and the decisions you need to make.

I did get a note from Caili's teacher yesterday afternoon apologizing and explaining that she was discussing all of the children's lunches. Since they have been talking about protein, she suggested a couple of ways Caili could boost the protein in her lunch. Caili took it as a mandate, I guess, and that was why she was so upset. I talked with Caili and explained that she gets plenty of protein...the oatmeal she eats every morning has almost the entire recommended amount of protein...so she is fine now.

Dinner tonight will be early because Liam has a baseball practice. I think we are just having pizza.

 

[Rogue26]

Well my husband didn't answer his phone, so I figured I'd tell you guys-- I got the job I applied for a few weeks ago!!! I'm really excited, it's at the place I work, just a different position and it starts in May instead of the end of June.

Ann- I'm sorry you had a tough night. That's pretty impressive that your dad's arthritus is just starting to bother him. Good luck getting a nap.

Well as Becky mentioned monday is Patriot's day and the kiddo has the week off from school so the 2 of us are going to NY to the house I grew up in one last time before the sale goes through. I don't know if I'll be back on over the weekend, so I hope everyone has a great Patriot's day! It's the battle of Lexington and Concord. See you all sometime next week.

Oh, we are having leftover ham for dinner.

 

[Disney Ron]

Well my husband didn't answer his phone, so I figured I'd tell you guys-- I got the job I applied for a few weeks ago!!! I'm really excited, it's at the place I work, just a different position and it starts in May instead of the end of June.

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!
Good luck with your new position, I wish you much success.