Leaf painting 17/05/09

August 31, 2023 · Posted in Family Meals · Comment 

A few nice family meals images I found:

Leaf painting 17/05/09
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Image by Andreas-photography
A sorry picture, but today was my wedding anniversary , 12 years I have done my life sentence

My husband had booked a family meal out, it was yummy, until it came to paying and shocker he had left his wallet at home, so guess who footed the bill TUT

AG recognizes top volunteer
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Image by Virginia Guard Public Affairs
Maj. Gen. Timothy P. Williams, the Adjutant General of Virginia, recognizes Jenna Ford as the 2014 Volunteer of the Year for Region 3 Aug. 26, 2015, in Sandston, Va. Each year the National Guard Bureau Family Programs Office recognizes one adult volunteer from each of the ten regions who shows outstanding and exceptional service. Ford has actively volunteered with the Family Readiness Group since 2009 in various roles, and she has served as the FRG leader for Headquarters Troop, 2nd Squadron, 183rd Cavalry Regiment, 116th Infantry Brigade Combat Team since 2012. During that time, she assisted the commander with activities and support for more than 120 Soldiers Soldiers and their families. She volunteered countless hours working with the FRG and Operation Homefront and assisted the commander with holiday meals, family day events and many other activities. She has previously been recognized by the National Infantry Association with the Shield of Sparta Award. Joining Williams for the presentation were Vickie Sais, state Family Programs Director, Lt. Col. Rusty McGuire, commander of 2nd Squadron, 183rd Cavalry, and Ford’s husband Capt. Mark Ford and their children. (Photo by Cotton Puryear, Virginia National Guard Public Affairs Office)

Salad vert – Tomatoes, baby lettuces and balsamic reduction.
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Image by ulterior epicure
Fourth Visit: Early January, 2006

Probably the best "free" salads I’ve ever had (included with your meal on "Family Night Mondays"). I’ve always enjoyed the generous slivers of tomatoes with a tuft of well-dressed greens… a bit of tang and saltiness with a hint of deep-sweet balsamic vinegar reduction. YUM. This is how salads should be done!

Cool Diet images

August 30, 2023 · Posted in Diet · Comment 

A few nice diet images I found:

Diet Dr Pepper
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Image by Like_the_Grand_Canyon

Diet Cig
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Image by p_a_h

Reject Cookbooks

August 29, 2023 · Posted in Cookbook · Comment 

Check out these cookbook images:

Reject Cookbooks
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Image by Flооd
I preferred the tomatoes with colour rather than without.

View On Black

Smashed Potato and Bean salad
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Image by Mr Michael Phams
From the London River Café cookbook

Fig Tart with Vanilla Scented Frangipane

August 28, 2023 · Posted in Recipes · Comment 

Check out these recipes images:

Fig Tart with Vanilla Scented Frangipane
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Image by The Purple Foodie
Full story and recipe on The Purple Foodie

A bizarre recipe?
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Image by Howard Dickins
My friend Eifion’s kitchen had a bizarre recipe on the board next to the cooker…

mint chocolate christmas cupcakes
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Image by shimelle
Cupcake Thursday 07.12.06

Last night I decided to retake the photos of a few Christmas journal pages…because I just got a gadget to calibrate my monitor and wanted to fix the colours! 🙂 🙂 I just loved how cupcakes matched some of the pages I was photographing. Silly but happy.

Recipe blogged here.

BanaNanba Cookies

August 27, 2023 · Posted in Family Meals · Comment 

A few nice family meals images I found:

BanaNanba Cookies
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Image by Wootang01
With my friend Paul, I spend five days in Osaka, Japan. The trip provided much refreshment, and excitement, not to mention many challenges. It was my first visit to the country, and, I feel, it certainly won’t be my last, as there are still many places left to see, and so many new things to learn.

We had several destinations highlighted on our itinerary, the foremost of which was Universal Studios. We spend an entire day there, going on rides and more often than not, queuing for them. The excruciating wait times were worth it, however, for such exhilarating fun, especially on the Hollywood Roller Coaster, my personal favorite. The next morning we followed up that successful endeavor with a trip to the Himeji Castle, a place which came highly recommended by my colleague, whose succinct description of the heritage site was, "awesome." Indeed, as a history buff, I enjoyed walking the storied grounds and climbing through the maze-like interior of the keep which was designed not so much to comfortably house the royal family as to confound the invading enemy. The castle is a must-visit. Other attractions of note include the Osaka Aquarium, and the Tennoji Zoo; both teemed with animals of every shape and size. We also at length ventured into several shopping districts inside of which were myriad stores, selling all sorts of fashion and gadgetry, countless restaurants and several gambling parlors – the Japanese, it seems, love their slot machines as much as the Hong Kong Chinese love their horse racing. Lest I forget, we frequented several video arcades to play the latest and greatest games; Paul played well, while I more often than not got 0wn3d. There is a lot to do in Japan.

Japanese culture, of which I’ve heard so much, really is distinct and separate from other Asian cultures. Their patterns of action and their peculiar artifacts certainly aren’t the same as those which feature prominently in Hong Kong. For one thing, the MTR culture was more civilized and less stressful: people queued up for trains and let passengers alight first before permitting themselves to board; cellphones never rang and cabin cars were as quiet as bedrooms at midnight; and to imagine all of these people enforce their norms without public service announcements, without any coddling, conspicuous signs – that’s amazing. What proved difficult was trying to find a garbage can. It was easier to find a vending machine, from which one could purchase a variety of drinks or cigarettes, than a bin in which to dispose of these delectable, perishable goods.

As for the general citizenry, they were most accommodating and hospitable, with several individuals going out of their way to help Paul and I find our way around the dense sprawl of the city. Language wasn’t a concern despite our limited Japanese; amazingly enough, our comfort was their concern! I won’t forget their selfless service, as one day, I hope, I’ll be able to return the favor. That the girls were quite attractive and that I demonstrated a propensity to ask attractive girls for directions go without saying; however, I understand now that their sexiness and sophistication stem not from comely faces but coherent attire. Rather than adorn themselves like a typical Mong Kok girl in a ridiculous neon rainbow palette, with jeans or unseemly spandex underneath dresses, skirts or other tops better left to stand alone, Japanese girls opt for more somber, sensible colors – black and cream-colored – and what’s more, they aren’t afraid to whip out the tasteful pantyhose or to show some skin, even. We had plenty of time to ogle the ladies, and to their credit, freezing temperatures weren’t enough to dissuade many of them from forsaking, icing their shorts, as we saw countless pairs being worn on the street. That’s what I call fashion professionalism!

Overall, Japan is a marvelous little land full of the eccentric, as well as the endearing. It was a fascinating place to explore, and I’m thankful that it was done in the company of my friend , with whom candor was not at a premium. We both learned a lot and look forward to the next trip!

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Image by Wootang01
With my friend Paul, I spend five days in Osaka, Japan. The trip provided much refreshment, and excitement, not to mention many challenges. It was my first visit to the country, and, I feel, it certainly won’t be my last, as there are still many places left to see, and so many new things to learn.

We had several destinations highlighted on our itinerary, the foremost of which was Universal Studios. We spend an entire day there, going on rides and more often than not, queuing for them. The excruciating wait times were worth it, however, for such exhilarating fun, especially on the Hollywood Roller Coaster, my personal favorite. The next morning we followed up that successful endeavor with a trip to the Himeji Castle, a place which came highly recommended by my colleague, whose succinct description of the heritage site was, "awesome." Indeed, as a history buff, I enjoyed walking the storied grounds and climbing through the maze-like interior of the keep which was designed not so much to comfortably house the royal family as to confound the invading enemy. The castle is a must-visit. Other attractions of note include the Osaka Aquarium, and the Tennoji Zoo; both teemed with animals of every shape and size. We also at length ventured into several shopping districts inside of which were myriad stores, selling all sorts of fashion and gadgetry, countless restaurants and several gambling parlors – the Japanese, it seems, love their slot machines as much as the Hong Kong Chinese love their horse racing. Lest I forget, we frequented several video arcades to play the latest and greatest games; Paul played well, while I more often than not got 0wn3d. There is a lot to do in Japan.

Japanese culture, of which I’ve heard so much, really is distinct and separate from other Asian cultures. Their patterns of action and their peculiar artifacts certainly aren’t the same as those which feature prominently in Hong Kong. For one thing, the MTR culture was more civilized and less stressful: people queued up for trains and let passengers alight first before permitting themselves to board; cellphones never rang and cabin cars were as quiet as bedrooms at midnight; and to imagine all of these people enforce their norms without public service announcements, without any coddling, conspicuous signs – that’s amazing. What proved difficult was trying to find a garbage can. It was easier to find a vending machine, from which one could purchase a variety of drinks or cigarettes, than a bin in which to dispose of these delectable, perishable goods.

As for the general citizenry, they were most accommodating and hospitable, with several individuals going out of their way to help Paul and I find our way around the dense sprawl of the city. Language wasn’t a concern despite our limited Japanese; amazingly enough, our comfort was their concern! I won’t forget their selfless service, as one day, I hope, I’ll be able to return the favor. That the girls were quite attractive and that I demonstrated a propensity to ask attractive girls for directions go without saying; however, I understand now that their sexiness and sophistication stem not from comely faces but coherent attire. Rather than adorn themselves like a typical Mong Kok girl in a ridiculous neon rainbow palette, with jeans or unseemly spandex underneath dresses, skirts or other tops better left to stand alone, Japanese girls opt for more somber, sensible colors – black and cream-colored – and what’s more, they aren’t afraid to whip out the tasteful pantyhose or to show some skin, even. We had plenty of time to ogle the ladies, and to their credit, freezing temperatures weren’t enough to dissuade many of them from forsaking, icing their shorts, as we saw countless pairs being worn on the street. That’s what I call fashion professionalism!

Overall, Japan is a marvelous little land full of the eccentric, as well as the endearing. It was a fascinating place to explore, and I’m thankful that it was done in the company of my friend , with whom candor was not at a premium. We both learned a lot and look forward to the next trip!

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