Girls Coffeeshop Talk

[Lion]

Greg, I drive a 2005 Honda Civic...no new car for me and I have not bought a watch in 3 years and that was for a new G-Shock for when I go bicycling(unfortunately though, since my RA has flared up I have not been able to go out bicycling)!!!

I have relearned that it is better to be a giver than a taker and since I too have time I do my best to give to others as well. It makes you feel good to be of assistance to others.....

Take it easy.....Leo

[gmh1013]

Originally Posted by mikkibarry

She's pretty cool. Deaf as a post but that doesn't stop her from being very vocal. Then my daughter left me with a grey angora kitten. Add that to the 7 dogs I have left, and 2 crazy parrots, and I seem to have an animal shelter.

I do have one......3 cats.....2 bunnies......feed 2-3 stray cats.....bird feeders etc.

[East Bay Rider]

I like vocal animals.

[Lion]

I would love to have a cat again but unfortunately Pam is allergic to cats. We know there are a few breeds(one breed is called a Bengal) that cause less of an allergic reaction but she is still thinking about this option...two years later. I have suggested we find a breeder explain the situation and see if we could make a couple of visits first to see if she has a reaction...but of course it's still up to her. I do not want to make it sound like she is an indifferent person because she is not...she is a good natured, loving, caring woman so we will see.....I can't be to pushy!!!

But I too feed the stray cats that wander through the neighborhood and we have some dog biscuits as well.....we also put out Hummingbird feeders for those beautiful little birds and in the summer I put out saucers of water for all the animals(we live three blocks from the woods), insects and birds...I just do not like the wasps!!!

Take it easy.....Leo

[gmh1013]

Originally Posted by Lion

Greg, I drive a 2005 Honda Civic...no new car for me and I have not bought a watch in 3 years and that was for a new G-Shock for when I go bicycling(unfortunately though, since my RA has flared up I have not been able to go out bicycling)!!!

I have relearned that it is better to be a giver than a taker and since I too have time I do my best to give to others as well. It makes you feel good to be of assistance to others.....

Take it easy.....Leo

Leo,
Sorry to hear about the RA flare up...I use to think that humid weather made it worse.....and it does.
High pressure and high humidity makes mine twice as bad ....in Phoenix with the lower pressure and no humidity makes it lots easier to get around.
Unfortunately I dont see me getting to move back anytime soon.

[dbelle7]

Originally Posted by The Joker

That explains the smell around here.

[dbelle7]

Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

You guys, you guys. I will just have to plop you down at the big farm table and prove it.

The answer is both: for some reason my area and soil are just perfect for growing great sprouts. But the real secret is when to harvest, and that is after the first frost. They're okay in summer, but just terrific once the frost has hit.

And then there's the prep: key is high-heat roasting, in pan on stovetop or in oven. After cleaning and picking off the outer leaves you halve them, rub cut side with garlic, saute or roast in olive oil, dress at the end with balsamic vinegar and an herb of choice (and sea salt and pepper), and you will be over the moon. I kid you not.

So I wonder if the frost makes them less bitter or something? I have tried pan roasting them with olive oil and rosemary, and I have to say there were decent. But some of them still tasted pretty brussels sprout-ish bitter.

[dbelle7]

Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

Spent my morning working on my truck. I replaced the brakes and rotors, found another problem to be fixed later and took the truck for a test ride. While out cruising the neighborhood I saw my buddy the fox. He/she/it was just chilling in a driveway. Gotta scratch that itch.





Seemed to be walking better today so I suspect maybe it was a different fox altogether.
Nomatter - we seem to be up to our elbows in foxes. I hope they're good for the neighborhood.

kewl!

[chicfarmer1]

Originally Posted by dbelle7

So I wonder if the frost makes them less bitter or something?

Correct. They have a fresh, bright, milder flavor after frost.

And...back to being a hausfrau for most of today.

[East Bay Rider]

Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

Correct. They have a fresh, bright, milder flavor after frost.

And...back to being a hausfrau for most of today.

Makes me think of:

[chicfarmer1]

Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

Makes me think of:

Classic. And that makes me think of:

"LIES! All LIES!"
Frau Farbissina


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nvuEw9XcuU

[Carolina]

Originally Posted by Lion

I would love to have a cat again but unfortunately Pam is allergic to cats. We know there are a few breeds(one breed is called a Bengal) that cause less of an allergic reaction but she is still thinking about this option...two years later. I have suggested we find a breeder explain the situation and see if we could make a couple of visits first to see if she has a reaction...but of course it's still up to her. I do not want to make it sound like she is an indifferent person because she is not...she is a good natured, loving, caring woman so we will see.....I can't be to pushy!!!

But I too feed the stray cats that wander through the neighborhood and we have some dog biscuits as well.....we also put out Hummingbird feeders for those beautiful little birds and in the summer I put out saucers of water for all the animals(we live three blocks from the woods), insects and birds...I just do not like the wasps!!!

Take it easy.....Leo

Leo, we have a 5 month old Bengal kitten, and he is a blast. Plus, he doesn't shed. Max is allergic to cats, and having Maui in the house hasn't bothered him yet.

[Lion]

Caroline, thank you for your information and response...I mentioned your experiences to Pam about Max just now and she is on her iPad to do research about Bengal cats. I'll keep my fingers crossed and let you and everyone know if I'm successful in bringing a kitten into our home!!!

Take it easy......Leo

[Carolina]

Good luck, Leo! I definitely think the idea of Pam visiting with a few Bengals first is very wise. They are smart kitties, and tons of fun. Ours enjoys stalking bugs.

[Lion]

Great picture Caroline, I will show your boy to Pam tomorrow...see has gone to bed already!!!

Does he like spiders as well...even though the weather is nice now...we have lots of spiders in the house and I have no idea why!!!

Take it easy.....Leo

[chicfarmer1]

Bengals are so attractive and interesting! So cool that they look like big cats. If I ever chose a house pet cat I'd definitely get one or two. But here our kitties are always barn cats. I get the ones from the shelter that nobody else likes, healthy females but not always that good-looking.

[Lion]

J...you are very kind to bring the cats home from the shelter and it's a smart move to have them live out of the barn. I would imagine they keep your property and around the buildings free of field mice, voles and moles. And of course everyone knows that the females are the true hunters. My brother and SIL live in the Missouri Ozark countryside at the edge of woods and they have five or so strays that hang around and keep the surroundings free of critters and snakes. They get feed twice a day and have shelters for warmth in the wintertime.....a win-win situation!!!

[Carolina]

Yikes, Lisa...hope you are safe this afternoon. OKC is getting hammered by tornadoes today.

[Art 1]

Originally Posted by Carolina

Yikes, Lisa...hope you are safe this afternoon. OKC is getting hammered by tornadoes today.

Yes, hoping all my TRF friends in the effected areas are safe and sound.

[mikkibarry]

Originally Posted by Art 1

Yes, hoping all my TRF friends in the effected areas are safe and sound.

I was just thinking the same thing. OK City seems to have been hit hard. Lisa, I hope you and yours are ok!

[mikkibarry]

Oh my gods! They are pulling kids out of an elementary school after the tornados. Damn, I'm praying for you guys right now.

[Art 1]

Originally Posted by mikkibarry

Oh my gods! They are pulling kids out of an elementary school after the tornados. Damn, I'm praying for you guys right now.

Just saw some news coverage. Wow, what a shame.

[Lisa]

We're okay here in central/NW Oklahoma City. Moore, to the south of us, sustained the terrible damage you're seeing on TV. A scary afternoon - we've been glued to the news.

[mikkibarry]

Originally Posted by Lisa

We're okay here in central/NW Oklahoma City. Moore, to the south of us, sustained the terrible damage you're seeing on TV. A scary afternoon - we've been glued to the news.

Thank you for letting us know you're ok. I was very worried. What a horrible mess. Is there any way we can help the people there?

[mikkibarry]

FYI, Lisa if you know anyone nearby:
Cheri White Owl-Nguyen
Orr Family Farms hit. 75-100
Horses killed and many injured. Cant get internet up at house.
14400 S. Western, Oklahoma City OK 73170 405-799-3276.
THEY NEED ANY HELP IF YOU ARE IN THE AREA OR KNOW SOMEONE THERE PLEASE SEE IF THEY CAN ASSIST!! PLEASE share this out! THANK YOU and prayers going out to everyone there.....more details as we get them

[Art 1]

24 third graders reported killed. Not confirmed yet.

[Lion]

Our thoughts tonite are with those people who have been effected by those devastating storms the past three days and that loss of life will be low. I know it will take time to assess the damage and find all who are buried and trapped. But let's hope the Feds step in and be accountable for a change and give assistance now...and not later.....

[mikkibarry]

As I type, the President is coordinating with Governor of Oklahoma. Hopefully help is already rolling.

[kcmo]

Just horrific....Lisa, glad you're ok!

[FeelingTheBlues]

Horrific news indeed in Oklahoma, I'm glad that our Lisa and Dawna are safe and my thoughts are with the families who suffer from those tornadoes...