tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32270354547955439352012-01-29T14:31:58.164-08:00"We are all here for a spell; get all the good laughs you can." ~Will RogersKandNhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08982514439893158594noreply@blogger.comBlogger11131100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3227035454795543935.post-21001221719799971552012-01-20T11:00:00.000-08:002012-01-21T11:30:02.738-08:00

"How high's the water, papa?" The last time the creeks and rivers spilled over their banks in Salem (1996), folks in our neighborhood were out and about walking and talking--especially to the police officer keeping watch near the group of houses threatening to slide down beside Heath St. I remember run-off from the hillside above our house rushing through our front and back yards. I happened to

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I spend a fair amount of time thinking about how to instill personal responsibility into children. Particularly children who have daily challenges (whether it be due to poverty or an unstable home life). Partly after watching my own children grow and partly due to watching kindergartners over the past twenty-some years. I have neither the education nor the research to make a sweeping statement

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I'm sorry I googled that subject line. Horrible feeling to know so few thoughts are original. ;>) Resolutions have had zero appeal or inspiration for me over the past 10+ years. No particular reason. Maybe my brain has been stuck in one gear? Or I've been treading water waiting for a change in the current? Who knows. What I do know, is that I'm ready to put my plan out there. #1 Stick to my

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I just finished a well written, appealing story by a first time novel writer--The Cradle. I enjoyed the characters. The tale never felt contrived--as a matter of fact one part seemed to have been written by someone who had to have experience in the subject matter. But I have a beef. The same beef I had with a recent (but short lived) TV series called, Life Interrupted. A main character gives up

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Fran ended up making the popular gratin of cauliflower for one of our contributions to the family Christmas dinner. I'll have to wait to try my brainstorm idea of turning æbleflæsk into a tian. She also made one of the versions of a salted caramel chocolate layer cake, thanks to inspiration from @Blueeyesbrenna. The day after Christmas I was reading Pioneer Woman's blog and came down with a

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You'll always be here, won't you? A permanent fixture in my head. Lessons learned Flora and fauna names kitchen tips and relationships, too. You'll always be here, won't you? A permanent memory in my head. Jumping rope in the kitchen The grapefruit diet Winding curlers into G'ma Curley's hair and warm pudding, too. Promise? You'll always be here, won't you? A permanent conversation in my

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....at least she left us as peacefully as possible--in her sleep. Love you, Mom.

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One Christmas, several years ago, I took a chance (like I often do) and made a recipe I stumbled upon while browsing on the internet. That's when I learned that the combination of bacon, apples and onions as a side dish is a wonderful accompaniment to ham and turkey. Since then, I've learned it's a Danish recipe with nearly as many variations as there are Danes. (slight exaggeration) I've never

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I discovered this video thanks to Time's top ten creative videos.

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Have you ever gone shopping and found yourself perturbed by another shopper moving at a turtle's pace and the nearly impenetrable knot of people that forms in their wake? Maybe you've gone so far as to wish they had stayed home and not made your errand even longer than you had allotted time for? That might have been Fran and I. I nearly apologized, but you see this is such a big, wonderful

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Thanks to @SalemRebekah, I had an epiphany in the shower. Isn't that where everyone discovers their best ideas? :>) It's sad, but when a classroom has a student who doesn't celebrate Christmas (within our sheltered Oregon community) , there tends to be some grousing. It can be minor or it can go farther, depending on the teacher and the family involved. The classroom to the south of us has such

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My favorite breakfasts involve eggs-- scrambles, omelets, a couple lovely over-easy ones atop crispy hashbrowns (if I wasn't already stuffed, I'd be craving eggs again). So it's a puzzle to both N and I why, over the past few years, I've begun to experiment with waffles. Perhaps it began with that bacon waffle N ordered at Andy's Cafe. Now that was a beautiful waffle! This time the idea was all

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How did I get so lucky in one day?? Four, yes four! Four of my favorite things in one day!  Driving in the PDX area.  Driving in the rain.  Driving in the dark  AND (dootdadoot)  driving during rush hour!!!   Now I feel an overwhelming urge to do an impression of Sylvester the Cat spitting in disgust.   After our drive home from her Beaverton appointment, Sara and I were so giddy

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This recipe from Danielle Stephenson, Lakeville, Minnesota, (Cooking Light NOVEMBER 2009) is definitely a keeper--so delicious! I made 2 changes:  I used chicken thighs instead of breasts and Butternut Squash in place of the sweet potatoes. Be aware, it does take approximately 2 hours of combined prep and cooking time, but oh so worth it! Sweet Potato Chicken Curry YIELD: 7 servings (serving

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We made this recipe last night. It was delicious and share-worthy :>) Take it from Australia's Taste.com members, even the kids will adore this chicken casserole recipe. Ingredients (serves 4) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1kg chicken thigh fillets, halved crossways 1 large bulb fennel, thinly sliced 6 sprigs lemon thyme 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons Maille

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Fran did one of her amazing feats of taking from 2-3 different recipes and creating a new delicious dish for N and I. By the way, I think I'm becoming addicted to Butternut Squash. Butternut Squash with Chicken Sausage & Orchiette Pasta (click here for printable version) 32 oz cubed butternut squash 3 links of chicken sausage cut into half moon ¼” chunks ½ a large onion, diced pinch

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I had almost forgotten what it was like to even consider that Fran might be able to join us as we spend a day out running errands. It's wonderful. Absolutely wonderful. We began at Ace Hardware, spent a long time at Costco, went to PetCo and finally made a stop for dinner at Willamette Burger Co. On a good day (over a year ago) that would've wiped her out for more than 24 hours. Tonight she came

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Where poor students soarNovember 5, 2011 What works at a school dealing with poverty and a lack of English fluency? Tough love, hard work and a laser focus on achievement.By Sandy Banks From the outside, Plummer Elementary doesn't look much like a showcase school. The 60-year-old campus has drab green bungalows, a patchy lawn and graffiti scrawled on the "Please, No Honking" sign. The

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On the last Monday of October, Fran received some relief from this constant pain in her lower right quadrant. Not all, but a good sized portion. It's a shame she had to go all the way to PDX for this help, but we're more than willing to do that for her. Something we've learned during the past several years is the majority of the pain doctors (we've come into contact with) are only good for one

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The day started out good, with a buffet breakfast in honor of an 8 month pregnant teacher at my school. Even better, it was worm day in science. I love the excitement it generates! The next half was mixed. I took Fran to her first of two appointments, which N and I were asked to participate in. (which, sadly, meant I would miss the second half of worm day) I won't go into detail. I'll just say

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Many of you may remember me mentioning a book I read about a year ago, "How to Be Sick", by Toni Bernhard. Her book taught me two excellent techniques for dealing (in the moment) with stress and anxiety producing experiences. During a recent visit with Amber and Rebekah, our conversation turned to how each of us tries to deal with these feelings. I wanted to share a few excerpts from Toni's book

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video platformvideo managementvideo solutionsvideo player

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I can see why more and more cookbook authors are taking the opportunity to either tell a story with their recipes, teach important skills or delve into the world of science--people (like me) are using cookbooks less and less. This evening I was ready to thaw some chicken breasts to grill with a starch, a vegetable and a salad. It's what I do on my less inspired or tired evenings. Instead, I

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Splendid Table From Sunday Roasts: A Year's Worth of Mouthwatering Roasts, from Old-Fashioned Pot Roasts to Glorious Turkeys and Legs of Lamb by Betty Rosbottom (Chronicle Books, 2011). Copyright © 2011 by Betty Rosbottom. Serves 6 Prep Time: 20 minutes if you purchase peeled butternut squash; 40 minutes if you peel and cube it yourself.  Start-to-Finish Time: 55 minutes to 1-1/4 hours  

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Either I'll live to regret it or I'll have great fun, but this past weekend I told N I want my own (small/light) leaf blower. Drives me nuts when the little leaves blow into the garage and when the pups track in leaves from the deck. I wonder if it offers the same thinking time as vacuuming? Fran has a new doctor. I have no idea if he'll actually do anything new, since I rarely hear anything

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I spent the last half of my Friday treating N to my usual verbal regurgitation of the first week of school. I have to talk it out, poor guy. Thank goodness I'm fortunate to be married to a good listener with a good sense of humor. My first thought was wondering if the majority of this year's children are less prepared for school or if teacher L did the first week differently than past years. I

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I'm going to be obsessing over how to add Stephen Fry's voice to my current alarm clock. I wonder if he'd actually wake me up? survive

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Love this story. One of those that I retell to anyone who lets me. ;>) If I remember correctly, it's approximately 17 minutes long. (function(){var s=function(){__flash__removeCallback=function(i,n){if(i)i[n]=null;};window.setTimeout(s,10);};s();})();

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Not exactly. I did wake up, but with my ear plugs in it didn't give me the usual adrenaline rush. I was surprised at how little rain followed the lightning. Though the air does feel a bit more clear this morning.

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PASTA CAPRESE from Cooks Illustrated (click here for link) Serves 4 to 6.   Published July 1, 2007.   This dish will be very warm, not hot. The success of this recipe depends on high-quality ingredients, including ripe, in-season tomatoes and a fruity olive oil (the test kitchen prefers Columela Extra-Virgin). Don’t skip the step of freezing the mozzarella, as freezing prevents it from

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Wow!  Who knew that a flat of Marion berries could be so inspiring!  All I was thinking was jam and maybe a crisp. I thawed out some chicken thighs and left for happy hour with the dames.  When I came home I discovered Jonathon had hit a home-run in the culinary department. from Fiery Foods (click "Fiery Foods for link) Blackberry or Marionberry BBQ Sauce This sauce works particularly well

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Radiolab is one of my favorite programs to listen to on Saturday mornings on OPB radio. However, if I'm too busy, I'll turn it off. I want to be able to focus on every word. The upside of missing episodes, is that I can catch up on the treadmill via their podcasts. I was surprised to find myself caught off guard when a local (Silverton) citizen was the main focus of one segment from an episode

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"August, die she must The autumn winds blow chilly and cold September I'll remember A love once new has now grown old" ~Paul Simon 1965 No, I'm not out of time yet, but work began kicking my door today--my principal's letter arrived in the mail. What I'm most pleased with is the number of books I've read. I doubt that I've surpassed the unofficial record I set one summer. The summer I overdosed

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I enjoy coming up with ideas for others. Doesn't cost me a dime for that bit of entertainment and sometimes I've even had the chance to watch an idea come to fruition. Great feeling it is!  ;>) This afternoon, I was driving north on Cordon for a berry run, when I spotted a few runners taking advantage of the shoulder and long expanse without a stop sign. The wheels in my brain began to turn.

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Crash Hot Potatoes Last week, I found a recipe on Pioneer Woman's website called "Crash Hot Potatoes" (here's PW's version and here's Stacy's). In a mere 7 days I made them twice--so good! Today it occurred to me that same process might yield some tasty sweet potatoes, but I wanted someone else to go first. The search was over quickly when I landed on the Stacy Makes Cents website. Here's

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We don't know what brought on these symptoms that are similar to Parkinson's, but we're sure it was some event. Perhaps, one of those times she fell down. (darned low blood pressure!)  I'm just glad she's been able to hang onto her sense of humor. I don't know if I would. From Drop Box

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Here are a few links to Farmer's Markets recipe collections. There are some treasures to be found, but many of the sites I visited made me wonder what would be the best way to put/sort/display recipes on a website. Farmer's Market Chicken Saute (a single recipe) Carrboro Market Rhode Island Farm Fresh Massachusetts Dept. of Agricultural Washington State University Extension Chesapeake Bay

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Maui Salmon Skewers with Pacific Rim Peanut Sauce Serves 10 to 12 Although I like to serve this salmon on skewers, you can also marinate sides of salmon and grill them for a delicious entrée. This marinade also works well with shrimp. Marinate 2-1/2 pounds of large shrimp, skewer them, and broil or grill until pink, about 2 minutes each side. 1 cup soy sauce 1 cup water 1/2 cup rice wine or

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When N and I ate the two together the first time, I assumed the orgasmic experience was due to my hunger or the red wine. The second time around has proven to us that it wasn't a fluke. This is a wonderful pairing. You can follow Barefoot Contessa's recipe or you can realize it's one of those dishes you can put together by the seat of your pants--to a certain extent. This time around all I had

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So many delicious marinades for lamb! Which is why I selected the recipe below--not for the cooking instructions. It's summer, so of course we'll be grilling. I could easily convert from eating beef to lamb. While growing up, I repeatedly heard about my father's nasty mutton experience and how he's never forgotten the smell. It's probably why I had to reach my 4th decade before touching it. I'm

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Audio Tour with Will Forte & Erinn Hayes from John Francis Daley

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Maybe if I post my photo of Rosés, the sunshine will return. ;>)

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If I didn't already own the chore of keeping the main bathroom clean, it would still be a first choice for me. Ever since I discovered the simplicity of keeping it clean with just a few extra minutes each day or even just 3 days a week, if you wish. Seriously, I haven't lost my mind. It's when we neglect that room for just seven short days that the job becomes a bit more daunting. So now I keep

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Last summer, I was excited to find what appeared to be one of the better potato salad recipes, but after making it the second time I decided that it, like so many others, was just too bland. I've always had a tendency to create "accidental" dinners, mainly to utilize the ingredients on hand and because I know what we like. And so, earlier this week, without much thought, I threw a potato salad

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Let's get it out of the way right from the get-go: yes, I have lived and driven in Salem since 10/91, and yes, I do (usually) use a GPS to go to locations I've never visited before. Some of us are born with a compass in our brain and some of us flounder. I'm of the latter, fishy variety. I had a brainstorm this morning after once again overheating our shredder.  One of the Salemites had

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The Daily Show With Jon StewartMon - Thurs 11p / 10c Indecision 2012 - The Awakening www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full EpisodesPolitical Humor & Satire BlogThe Daily Show on Facebook

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It's a fact, and N knows it--when it comes to changing up ANYthing in our house, even a hint, I take that bone and run with it. Or try to. Once he begins one project, I've thought up 3 more. I only state this to give you an idea of how he was feeling before things began to happen yesterday. Our living room ceiling has been needing a new coat of paint. In most households, anyone could take on

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It's my understanding that there are several methods of low-Dye taping, but this is the method my therapist, Jenna, uses. It provides the stabilization my arches need to keep me relatively pain-free throughout my day. My orthotics are on their way as I type, but just in case they don't help as much as the taping, I wanted to be sure I could have it done as needed. So, when Jenna offered to train

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Once my mother realized her youngest (me) of five had more natural curl than the rest of the tribe, she became concerned about the proper way to deal with the possible, unruly mop about to sprout out of my follicles. I don't know if it was a magazine article or her hairdresser friend, Jo, who advised her, "cut it short and keep it short!", but that's how I ended up with what was called a "Pixie"

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A few times a year, I day dream about building/rebuilding what "my" school would look like: who would teach; whether it would be one big multi-age classroom; what the goals would be. Since it's a day dream, I don't have to get too caught up in the tiny details, thank goodness. This morning my thoughts are about making sure it was project oriented with the focus on creativity, collaboration

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I found this recipe on Epicurious, originally published in Gourmet 2006 . I used Dave's Killer Good Seed Bread, since we didn't have any white bread in the house. Though I'm sure it changed the looks, it added to the nutty flavor of the pine nuts. It's delicious and I can't wait to take it to our staff luncheon. Well .... this recipe or the Vegetable Tian (this version or the second) yield:

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Just had to rerun this recipe.  It's amazing.  Makes me want to freeze little bags of prepped cherries so I can pull them out and make a tart any time of the year.  Fran and I found some Bob's Red Mill unsweetened coconut in a local store (can't remember which).  Quality stuff, of course!  I made this year's tart in a 10" French White Pyrex Quiche Dish. Macaroon Cherry Tart Recipe from 101

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I'm nearly done with my first round of physical therapy for my plantar fasciitis and the head therapist mentioned today that if it wasn't for my arches needing to be taped while waiting for my orthotics--I could be discharged. (YAY) I should be celebrating, but I have to admit I enjoy the exercise routine and the conversation that makes the time fly by. The therapist is probably anticipating

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We've had the same 4 (Rubbermaid?), dark green Adirondack-style deck chairs for . . .  huh . . . has to be at least 7 - 10 years. They've been comfortable and durable. Well, comfortable until you've sat in one for more than an hour, then you notice you're beginning to ache in spots. And durable until the tree trimmers sent a chunk of Maple through the seat of one. We went to find a replacement

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I particularly love the last lab. :>)

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A small, 14-step guide to being a good friend to a chronically ill individual: (from the Tumblr Blog "Spinlights") 1) I’m not broken, so don’t treat me like I am. I may not be able to join you all the time, but that doesn’t mean you should or have to stop inviting me to hang out. I can leave my house. On good days I can do just as much as you can. Having a chronic illness is isolating as is, but

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Is it an unwritten rule that something must be left behind when going on a trip? I consider it minor mishap if it's not life threatening, but still irritating. Usually, it's our coats we forget. The last time it was pillows. This time, it was an all important baggie of prepped vegetables for our dinner; potatoes, red pepper, celery, carrots, onion.  Pretty much the foundation of the meal. I do a

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Pain management (also called pain medicine; algiatry) #1) is that branch of medicine employing an interdisciplinary approach to easing the suffering and improving the quality of life of those living with pain. ... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pain_management #2) treatment designed to ease chronic pain to enable a patient to have a better quality of life. Pain management can include medications,

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Thanks for sharing this, Chad :>)

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It doesn't happen often, but I'm making some changes to the science lesson line-up. About once a year, I try to be on the look out for topics that are more meaningful, but still doable for the short folk. The length of time AND the amount of prep required are both key elements in whether a lesson is possible. Those limitations make it tough to meet the cut. When I first began to do science with

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Although it's advice for someone else's particular issue, I think Carolyn Hax offers an interesting way to look at people and relationships: " . . . It can actually be a fascinating mental exercise: Have you ever set up one friend with another? Doing that forces you to look at both parties as potential romantic partners for someone, and you really see them differently that way. That awesome

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A small person's mom sent this to me via email today. I love getting sunshine mail :>) "I told M this morning- "Your arms are filthy up to your elbows. You need a shower today." M- "Oh, that's because I was sliding in the grass and I got.. What's that called?" Me- "Grass stains?" M -"No, chlorophyll. I got chlorophyll on me." Me- "Chlorophyll!? Did Mrs. Miller teach you that at school?" M -"

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Please do NOT make this cake and whatever you do, do NOT serve it drizzled with chocolate ganache, with sliced strawberries, and whipped cream. And don't blame me if you fail to heed my warning. Chocolate Sour Cream Bundt Cake printable copy From America's Test Kitchen episode: There's a Hole in Your Cake Serves 12 to 14 Natural (or regular) cocoa gives the cake a fuller, more assertive

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I don't know if it had to do with it being just minutes before sunset, but (even though it's not as impressive in a photograph) this was one of the most vivid, glowing rainbows I've ever seen. Also, it never did become a full bow.

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I can't tell you where the bee in my bonnet to have a bidet began, but there it was and it was getting more and more difficult to ignore. After I found out there was a lower priced alternative to buying an entire seat or toilet, I thought about it for at least a year before narrowing down the choice to a Renaissance Bidet Model 4000. Overall it didn't take long to install, but installation did

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Oh boy, this will be tough to put into recipe form. I'll just plunk down what I did and go from there. So good, I want to be sure and remember how to put this one together. Defrost 5 boneless, skinless chicken thighs in the microwave. On medium high heat, season with salt and pepper and cook thighs for about 4-5 minutes on each side. Put into ziplock baggie with 1/4 c Rub with Love Garlic Sauce.

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I like this side-dish recipe for it's simplicity. After you've made it once, it's easy to put it together from memory. "Rice, Green Chili, Jack Cheese, Sour Cream Heaven" preheat oven to 375 1 4oz can green chilies - chopped           1-2 cups shredded Monterey jack or cheddar cheese 2 cups sour cream                                   3 cups cooked rice 1 tsp. salt Combine chilies, sour cream

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I always appreciate Fran's help when picking out new glasses. When left on my own, I end up with something sensible, out of style and usually an unflattering color. At least that's what I hear. ;) It's been decades since I've had plastic frames that rest on my nose. It's taking some getting used to. The brain's still working on ignoring the thicker frames that go all the way round the lens. The

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(yes, this is a rerun, but it bears repeating--IMO) Opulent Pendulous Exuberant Extravagant Swollen Supple Lacy Fragrant Fresh Pregnant Anticipation GREEN

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I've been working with someone new for the past month and I'm not proud of how their behavior is affecting my own. One of our kindergarten sessions has a student who requires a one on one aide. Since he was ill for a long period of time, his first aide could no longer afford to hang in limbo without a paying job. When he returned, a new aide was hired. Both my teacher and I initially were

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Justin Horner, a graphic designer from Portland, OR, tells his story about how he was saved by the tire iron and tamale. (His story starts at the 2 minute mark and ends somewhere around 6 minutes)

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Some weeks it takes me awhile to work my way through Time magazine. So it wasn't until today that I read the following article. I felt behind the times. I've never heard of bath salts, but I hope Oregon follows the 4 U.S. states plus Britain, Finland, Australia, Germany, Denmark and Sweden  that have made it illegal for shops to sell it. "I checked my disguise in the mirror: a ski hat and

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These are the kind of stories I eat up. :)  It's a great interview with the author of the newest book on Johnny Appleseed, complete with excerpts. "On a raw March evening in 1845, an old man knocked at the door of a cabin in the Indiana wilderness. His name was John Chapman. Most nights, Chapman slept outside under the stars. But that day he had walked 15 miles through snow and rain, and for

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It's true, I have Pollyanna tendencies with a pinch of realist, fatalist and skeptic tossed into the mix. I really believe that whatever happens with our schools (nationwide) that it will be temporary. Or maybe I have to believe it. Recovery takes time and yes, there are often things that are never recovered. Although, I can remember thinking (a few decades back) that our schools were going down

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Terje Sorgjerd shot 22,000 pictures of the northern lights from a National Park in Norway, near the Russian border. He transformed the photos into a time lapse video: The Aurora from Terje Sorgjerd on Vimeo. To see more, click here

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by DR. MARK LACHS Gerontologist Mark Lachs says one of the keys to a long, healthy old age is the ability to keep moving forward after life's inevitable setbacks. One question I get asked a lot is, "How old is your oldest patient?" Answer: 109. The next question is usually something like: "What nursing home is he or she in?" Answer: She is living at home, with all her marbles, profoundly

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Loved this story from "Radio Lab". And I thought I had no sense of direction! (explore this website if you get lost easily) "When Sharon Roseman was five years old, something strange happened. She was playing a game with her friends, and when she took off her blindfold--she didn't know where she was. She was lost on her own block, in her own backyard. For most of her life, Sharon feared it was

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"April come she will When streams are ripe and swelled with rain; May, she will stay, Resting in my arms again." ~Paul Simon I could blame it on April, but really--eight days in and the grey days/rain haven't been too bad. Thank goodness! I'm gloomy enough without the added dreariness of the weather. Perhaps it's just a brain that needs weeding, just like our flowerbeds. I haven't been blogging

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The subject of chronic pain is something I think about daily. I spend hours each month trying to think of a way to communicate to others what it's like (from a care giver's point of view). I fall short every time. During a search this afternoon, I happened across a medical website with a discussion about pain management. I was impressed with what this woman wrote. She said it so well. Especially

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Lucky for me, working with the wee folk allows me to hold up paper or crayons and ask, "what color is this?", without appearing suspicious.  Although, every once in awhile one of them will notice how often the question comes out of my mouth. It's a laughing matter to my coworkers and although I laugh along with them, it can be frustrating not to be able to buy a rug, towels or a can of paint

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Yes, I'm guilty. Guilty of needing some news that's not full of gloom and doom. Lucky for me, I caught this story on NPR on Sunday. JUST what I needed. :)

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I don't think I'm a typical smart phone user, but (to be honest) I don't know exactly what that description includes.  I enjoy my phone, but it's a challenge for me to use it and still be a participant in any other activity. Either I'm messing with my phone or I'm paying attention to you--it's not going to be both. Three months down the road and I find myself disappointed (not in my phone, love

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This recipe was a gift from the matchmakers who first introduced N and I -- Pat and Frank Meyer I'd never heard of a dutch baby until Pat treated me one morning in the late 1970's. Seemed like a simple act of oven magic to this small town girl. The recipe card has been replaced at least once since then. If I put here, I'll never have to write it again . . . I hope. :) (Click here for printable

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. . . wait a second. Does that title give the impression this is going to be a post about bras? Sorry! Did not cross my mind until just now. Really. No, not bras. Although I could certainly write a long sad post about shopping for those clothing items. Back to the original reason for this post's title. I've gone through a number of coffee makers in my life, as I'm sure you have, too--if you're

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Ever have one of those times when you plan to meet up with someone for lunch and because one of you decided to change restaurants at the last minute, you end up in two different places? That was me this afternoon. All I remembered was, "Thompson's". I was so proud of myself, snagging my favorite secluded table.  I ordered an iced tea and began checking out the St. Patrick's Day specials. A few

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No, it's not that one.

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Turn down your sound before hitting play, and stay glued for the show. :)

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For better or worse, I've set a record for myself in the shoe ownership department. It's probably a bit pathetic how similar they are. Once I find something I like, I tend to go overboard. Overboard from my perspective, that is. Somewhere during this tendon/muscle issue it dawned on me how long it had been since I'd bought new athletic shoes. Aha! Maybe the cushioning and support that my feet

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I feel like a switch was flipped and it's suddenly, wonderfully, Spring. Where, oh where are those weed pulling gloves? The cherry tree is showing no signs of looking like this, but it won't be long . . .

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Ever have one of those days when you feel like you've suddenly been plucked up by the collar, put into a shaker cup and tossed onto a game board to see where you land? Yes, I suppose you have. My gameboard tumble today was partially of my own making and a little of N's. We are a team, after all. Our usual game plan is to informally review the week ahead and decide who's doing what--

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Wisconsin "Budget Repair Bill" Protest Pt 2 from Matt Wisniewski on Vimeo.

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Not my doctor and not that kind of sick-- Fran's primary care doc and I'm sick of feeling like (no matter how Fran tries) she's not listened to. But then again, when you only see a patient for 15 minutes or less, how much communication is really possible? Can we really blame her if she's never asked or listened to the important bits about what F is able to withstand, as far as activity goes?  ("

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I'm not sure it would matter if we were all gathered around that same table, on the edge of the bustling crowd at the gala last night or if we were settled in lawn chairs on a backyard deck, but I find the company of this group of Salemites to be therapeutic.  No, not in a tear-filled/crying my heart out way.  In a relaxing, rejuvenating with plenty of good-for-the-soul-laughing way. My usual

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