Wing Night

Another beautiful day.  The sunrise was spectacular and I got to see it before 7am as Little Wonder wanted to go outside.

Mid morning I went out to the barn and moved around some pallets that were under the hay in one of the big stalls.  It's about time to get it totally cleaned out.  LW went for a hike.

Gary spent some time getting his garlic ready for planting.  This will be the smallest batch ever....maybe about 300 plants.  There won't be much available when it is harvested.

Had the need to get off the property and did not feel too bad so I went out and bought some new Sketchers, a couple of sweaters, a hoody and a scale so I can measure how many ounces when keeping track of my meals.  Also went to Wegmans.

Then I spent some time researching how to make chicken wings that I can actually eat.  Blanched them (with slits cut in them), dumped the water and then baked them at 400 degrees. First tossed them in a little olive oil and fresh lemon juice, then added 4 Tablespoons of a country sweet sauce.  Portion control and being smart before dinner makes this possible.

They turned out well and tho there was not a lot of sauce on them, there was some flavor.  Used fresh ground pepper...no salt.

Also made some Mac salad....

and that was that.  Tasted like a real dinner and I was satisfied even tho I only had 3 wings.

Last night Jenny and Scott went to Rochester for Gilda's Club Heroes Ball as her boss had purchased a table.  They had the pleasure of meeting Thurman Thomas, who was the guest speaker, and were very happy to have some time with him.  Cancer was the theme, and Jenny sure knows about that.

Night all.

 PS

T did his usual number while at a rally in Syracuse last night.  More lies and a small audience.  Many people from the Rochester were there as over a couple thousand people protested.

Does he have a clue as to how he is regarded by the rest of the world?  He wants a Peace prize while threatening to wipe out an entire country.  He surrounds himself with people who should be very embarrassed by what he has to say... and they just nod complicitly.

I seriously want all of my friends who are interested in the political scene to take the time to write down their predictions for Election Day and the day after.  What should we be doing to make sure this never happens again?  Put it in a sealed envelope and open it two days after the election.  Then let's talk.

A Marathon

I really can't complain about the weather.  It has been cool, but brilliant sunshine every single day.  When the bedroom lights up, Little Wonder wants me to get moving. Yes...he loves pillows.

Mid morning we went outside so I could mow the back pasture and 

the outdoor arena.

Little Wonder supervised.

Then he came in for a nap.

I made another batch of brownies so I can have a little treat for a few days.  Of course that makes Gary happy.

We had another weird dinner.  Leftover mashed potatoes (tasted terrible without salt), meatballs, applesauce and deviled eggs.  A good thing I can have some dessert when I finish this post.

So here we are....and I still have a tickle in my throat that makes me cough.  Such a drag.

Night all.

A Slight Return....

We are still in that crispy morning groove.

Mid morning I decided to see how I felt getting back on my trike.  It was so windy when I headed west, I only made it for a mile and a half.  Even tho I had on a hooded sweatshirt and a fleece jacket with a hood I was freezing until I turned around to go home.

Had lunch, took a shower and went to the library for bridge.  Felt pretty good. Picked up a couple of tickets for a fundraiser being held there.....AFTER HOURS AT THE LIBRARY.

I was great until the last hand (we came in last) and then I had a coughing fit!  So embarrassed.

Gary did a lot of work in the kitchen garden...a major headstart on next spring.

He has started saving seeds.

I have continued to do research on sodium and potassium and have figured out how to leach potatoes so I can have them once in awhile.

Also made pork medallions

and a green salad.

Almost a normal dinner.

Last night Andrea sent me this photo of Buddy and he is looking so good.  Probably wonders where in the heck I have been.  Can't wait to get out there for a good grooming.

Night all.

 

Getting There

Not quite as crispy as yesterday.  Got up early to put the heater on in the Studio for my class and there was a beautiful sunrise.

Little Wonder and I did our normal morning stuff.....

I'm so glad I felt well enough to have my class.  Out there by ten and it was slim Pickens.  Anita had a private lesson.  Hopefully things will get back to normal next week.

Gary had a couple of appointments today.  In between, Finn came up to do a few things....like weed whacking and he helped Gary move a big cedar chest into the loft.  They also brought down this old desk and I turned it into a garden office on the kitchen porch.

Jen sent me more photos of the house.....this one is without the AI enhancements.

This is the one I posted yesterday.

Scott has now moved around to the East side and it is looking good.  After this is done he still has to do the entire back of the house (62 feet).  So impressed.

Chinese take out for dinner.  So good!  Poor Gary deserved a meal without my limitations.

Night all.