Welcome to The Chocolate Vault

[s&k'smom]

Thanks for the update.

 

[Danauk]

ohanafamily I'm so sorry. Prayers and PD to you and your coworkers family.

geffric thanks for the update.

pfishgirl have a great trip. I am so envious!! I forgot you were going so soon. Where are you staying?

I realised today that exactly one year ago this week I was on holiday in Disneyland Paris. I sure wish I was there right now I love the castle at DLP and I love the Alice in Wonderland maze. They should have that at WDW. I know they are doing something for the flower and garden festival, but I'm not sure it is the same thing.

Work today was interesting. My student teacher taught her first real lesson this afternoon with my full class. It was really hard as she really needs to develop her discipline skills (a must with my class) but as it is not my lesson I can not undermind her and discipline the kids like I would if I were teaching. I find it really hard to keep my mouth closed. Fortunately my classroom assistant is brilliant. I kept whispering to her or just nodding at her and some of the kids and she was able to go and sort things out. My student is nice though and I am sure she will do well. Tomorrow she has my dreaded maths class!! But one of the worst offenders is excluded at the moment so it might not be that bad. I really hope not.

Oh well, back to my marking.

TTFN

 

[ohanafamily]

ohanafamily I'm so sorry. Prayers and PD to you and your coworkers family.

geffric thanks for the update.

pfishgirl have a great trip. I am so envious!! I forgot you were going so soon. Where are you staying?

I realised today that exactly one year ago this week I was on holiday in Disneyland Paris. I sure wish I was there right now I love the castle at DLP and I love the Alice in Wonderland maze. They should have that at WDW. I know they are doing something for the flower and garden festival, but I'm not sure it is the same thing.

Work today was interesting. My student teacher taught her first real lesson this afternoon with my full class. It was really hard as she really needs to develop her discipline skills (a must with my class) but as it is not my lesson I can not undermind her and discipline the kids like I would if I were teaching. I find it really hard to keep my mouth closed. Fortunately my classroom assistant is brilliant. I kept whispering to her or just nodding at her and some of the kids and she was able to go and sort things out. My student is nice though and I am sure she will do well. Tomorrow she has my dreaded maths class!! But one of the worst offenders is excluded at the moment so it might not be that bad. I really hope not.

Oh well, back to my marking.

TTFN

Thanks for the PD, and how does this sound... Have her put a Cricket Bat on the corner of her desk...Make it look well used...heheh

 

[Danauk]

Thanks for the PD, and how does this sound... Have her put a Cricket Bat on the corner of her desk...Make it look well used...heheh

I think we have one of those in the PE cupboard. Perhaps I will look it out for her before she arrives at school tomorrow!!

I am really hoping my class is good tomorrow. It is my assistants birthday and she deserves a nice day. I have bought her a huge bunch of flowers which I will put on her desk in the morning (so she won't see them until she goes in when the kids do) and a big box of her favourite chocolates. The kids are really a great bunch (most of the time) and although I do complain they are a nice bunch really. So hopefully they will be nice for my assistant tomorrow. They are usually sweet on special occasions!!

 

[NC Belle]

Good night, Danauk!!!

 

[Danauk]

Thanks NC Belle Good night. It is 1:20am here but I can't sleep!! Pete is still up marking his exam course work and I can't seem to fall asleep. I'll still be up at 6:30am though!!

I guess I should try and go to bed now.

 

[slo]

Good Evening to all - just stopping by for a quick hello before Law and Order begins - looks like a good show tonight!!

ohanafamily - I'm so sorry to hear about your co-worker. Also...I hope your able to get more sleep tonight than last night

geffric - You're on for the Tonga Toast!! I'll meet you at the Poly for breakfast. How did you know that this is my most favorite thing to eat at WDW?? My mouth is watering already. Also..thanks for the update on ibouncetoo. Please tell her that we are all thinking about her.

Danauk - I hope your able to get some sleep

Nothing new with me today - I'm just trying to catch up at work after being off with BabyKate being sick.

I better go so I can read Stephanie a bedtime story and then I'm going to veg-out in front of the tv for awhile.

Talk to you all later!!

slo

 

[DHSsenior007]

Good evening!

Well, today has been interesting! After school, I got my hair cut, then I had to go to my church to make this stuff for a rotational sunday school program we're having, and I just got home! Thankfully I don't have any homework, so that's good! Oh, but about the hair.... I LOVE IT!! I'll have to take a pic and download it on here, hopefully y'all will like it!

Anywho... in all of my 16 trips to WDW or so, I've never had Tonga Toast! What is it like?? Call me crazy, I know! We never really go for the sweet breakfast things I guess...

 

[s&k'smom]

Good morning, DD still sick poor little thing. I'm gonna take two aspirin and head to work for an hour then come back to the little one.

 

[geffric]

Morning...

s&k'smom hope DD feels better. PD to you and your DD.

Geeting ready to head over to the Poly for Tonga Toast and Kona Coffee, let's see what do i need??? Dixie Landings Refillable mug, so i can get some unlimited drinks while I am there, sunscreen, fanny pack, camera .. I think i am ready... see ya later at the Poly..

 

[ohanafamily]

Good Morning all, I had a good night sleep, computer is still messed up...

The Funeral is Saturday after work, there is a viewing on Friday night. I will go, but DW and Baby will stay home. Tonight I call Microsoft.....



DHSsenior007, are you forgetting about the TAGLIARCHY recipe pages in the color wheel???

Here is a link, and then recipe...
http://www.tagliarchy.com/taglikins_recipes.htm#Tonga%20Toast

2 or 4 slices sourdough bread, cut 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick

1 banana

1/3 cup sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 egg

1/4 cup milk

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

oil or shortening for frying whipped butter and/or syrup

• Cut a 1-inch pocket in one side of each bread slice.
  
• Cut banana in half crosswise, then split each piece lengthwise. Remove peel and stuff two pieces of fruit in each pocket of bread; set aside.
  
• Mix sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
  
• Mix together well the egg, milk and vanilla.
  
• Heat about 4 inches of oil in a pan to 350º F.
  
• Dip stuffed bread into egg/milk mixture and let it soak a few seconds to let penetrate bread.
  
• Fry bread on both sides in hot oil until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels or wire rack.
  
• Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and serve.

• 

 

[ohanafamily]

DHSsenior007, congrats on the "Good Hair Day"...

slo, has BabyKate seen a Doctor yet??? PD to her...

s&ksmom, PD to DD...Would Chocolate help???

geffric, How is Geoff, and any word on ibouncetoo's tests???

 

[s&k'smom]

Good news DD is much better. Almost back to her old self and should be able to go to school tomorrow but more importantly back to playgroup Sat which she loves. I just bough a mini skirt, me at 40 a mini skirt. So no chocolate well at least for tonight.

 

[geffric]

s&ksmom didn't you know that Chocolate keeps you healthy?

This is from the Cleveland Clinic Heart center....
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]It is not secret that fruits, vegetables and grains convey health benefits - we've been told that for years. But did you know that chocolate could result in health benefits, more specifically heart-health benefits?[/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]What are flavonoids?[/font]
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[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Flavonoids are naturally-occurring compounds found in plant-based foods recognized as exuding certain health benefits. [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Flavonoids are found in a wide array of foods and beverages, such as cranberries, apples, peanuts, chocolate, onions, tea and red wine. There are more than 4,000 flavonoid compounds; flavonoids are a subgroup of a large class called polyphenols.[/font]


[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Have you had your flavonoids today? [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]While not a question normally asked at a social gathering, flavonoids have become quite a hot topic in the media and in scientific journals. [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Flavonoids provide important protective benefits to plants, such as in repairing damage and shielding from environmental toxins. When we consume plant-based foods rich in flavonoids, it appears that we also benefit from this “antioxidant” power. Antioxidants are believed to help the body’s cells resist damage caused by free radicals, formed by normal bodily processes such as breathing or environmental contaminants like cigarette smoke. When the body lacks adequate levels of antioxidants, free radical damage ensues, leading to increases in LDL-cholesterol oxidation and plaque formation on arterial walls.[/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]In addition to their antioxidant capabilities, flavonoids also:[/font]

• [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Are thought to help reduce platelet activation[/font]
• [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]May affect the relaxation capabilities of blood vessels [/font]
• [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]May positively affect the balance of certain hormone-like compounds called eicosanoids, which are thought to play a role in cardiovascular health. [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Forms of Chocolate[/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Before you grab a chocolate candy bar or slice of chocolate cake, let’s look at what forms of chocolate would be ideal over others:[/font]

• [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]When cocoa is processed into your favorite chocolate products, it goes through several steps to reduce its naturally pungent taste. Flavonoids (polyphenols) provide this pungent taste. The more chocolate is processed (such as fermentation, alkalizing, roasting), the more flavonoids are lost.[/font]
• [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]To date, dark chocolate appears to retain the highest level of flavonoids. So your best bet is to choose dark chocolate over milk chocolate.[/font]
• [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Some chocolate manufacturers are studying ways to retain the highest level of flavonoids while still providing acceptable taste. Stay tuned for more information in this area.[/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]What about all of the fat in chocolate? [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]You may be surprised to find out that chocolate isn’t as bad as once perceived. The fat in chocolate, from cocoa butter, is comprised of equal amounts of oleic acid (a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat also found in olive oil), stearic and palmitic acids. Stearic and palmitic acids are forms of saturated fat. Saturated fats are linked to increases in LDL-cholesterol and risk for heart disease. [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Research indicates that stearic acid appears to have a neutral effect on cholesterol, neither raising nor lowering LDL-cholesterol levels. Palmitic acid on the other hand, does affect cholesterol levels but only comprises one-third of the fat calories in chocolate. [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]This great news does not give us a license to consume as much dark chocolate as we’d like. [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]First, be cautious as to the type of dark chocolate you choose: chewy caramel-marshmallow-nut-covered dark chocolate is by no means a heart-healthy food option. What wreaks havoc on most chocolate products is the additional fat and calories added from other ingredients. [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Second, there is currently no established serving of chocolate to reap the touted cardiovascular benefits. However, what we do know is you no longer need to feel guilty if you enjoy a small piece of dark chocolate once in awhile. [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]More research in this area is needed to determine just how much chocolate we chocolate-lovers can eat in order to acquire cardioprotective benefits. Until that time, enjoy chocolate in moderate portions a few times per week. Don’t forget to eat other flavonoid-rich foods like apples, red wine, tea, onions and cranberries. [/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Be on the lookout for new and exciting research in this area.[/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Here’s to your heart-health![/font]

 

[s&k'smom]

To heck with the bran cereal, pass the coco puffs!!!!

 

[geffric]

NEWS BULLETIN>>>>>> NEWS BULLETIN>>>>

ibouncetoo update....... she is home and resting. A bit uncomfortable but that is to be expected. She will need to be pretty house bound for the next week or two until she goes back to the Doctor for a check in. That's it for now...

 

[DHSsenior007]

Cool article! My brother will be glad to hear that. He LOVES dark chocolate. I'm not too fond of it...

Anyway, today hasn't been too good. Whenever I got to school from drill team practice, I found out I had a HUGE hole in my jeans in the butt, so I had to walk around with a jacket (not even mine!) tied around my waist until a teacher let me to go my car to put on my drill team work-out pants. Of course the pants don't match my outfit at all, but oh well! Then my eyes really started bothering me, so I could barely see when I drove home from school. I have an appt. with the optometrist tomorrow after school, so lord knows what's going on! I've had stuff like this happen before, but I don't know if it was ever this bad.

 

[NC Belle]

Geffric, Thanks for the Ibouncetoo update.

Sending tons of Get Well PD to Ibouncetoo.

 

[DHSsenior007]

Geffric, Thanks for the Ibouncetoo update.

Sending tons of Get Well PD to Ibouncetoo.

I second that!

 

[s&k'smom]

Lots of love and PD to you ibounce.