May you be blessed to find yourself among friends and family and loved ones for this holiday of shared plenty. May you bless others by sharing your bounty. I am blessed. I hope you are also. Oh, and may you not be burdened by political rants as you gather around the table. Pass the mashed … Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving Day
Month: November 2019
National Tie One On Day
No, no, nope. Not what you're thinking. Put down that bottle and shot glass. Today's National Day is all about time to tie on an apron and get cooking for the Thanksgiving Feast tomorrow. Great idea to get your sides and desserts ready in advance so you can focus on the main dishes on the … Continue reading National Tie One On Day
National Cake Day
In the tussle of preference between cake versus pie, I come down squarely on the pie side. So why would I celebrate cake day? Simple, you should try a Piecaken. In a nod to a Turducken (where a boneless chicken is stuffed inside a boneless duck and then stuffed inside a boneless turkey), a Piecaken … Continue reading National Cake Day
Happy Evacuation Day!
One of my favorite New York City holidays has largely been forgotten. During the American Revolution George Washington and his army left the island of Manhattan on November 16, 1776 (which was quaintly celebrated at nearby Fort Tryon Park recently). Through the remainder of the war the city was run by the British and they … Continue reading Happy Evacuation Day!
National Espresso Day
Today is National Espresso Day and boy is it one ofmyfavorites. I do need to be careful as if I drinktoomany of them I get veryhyper and begin talkingveryquickly and runningmywordstogether. The caffeinereally gets to me and sometimes Ijustcan'tstoptalking and then I ..... ..... ..... crashhhhhhh. G'night. As always you can find more at http://www.walterthinnes.com … Continue reading National Espresso Day
Footnotes #17 – Irony
Saw my surgeon again yesterday. As I maneuvered into the X-Ray room it was a tight fit and I heard the chair pop on the left side. As I left the room the left rear wheel seemed to skip a couple of times but all held together. The doctor released me from being required to … Continue reading Footnotes #17 – Irony
National Gingerbread Cookie Day
When I saw that National Gingerbread Cookie Day was coming up I dug into my recipe collection and was surprised to find only Gingersnap and not Gingerbread Cookie recipes. So I turned to one of my favorite recipe sources - http://www.foodnetwork.com and found a nice recipe. Here it is, properly attributed. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/gingerbread-cookies-101-recipe-1963337 =============== Gingerbread Cookies … Continue reading National Gingerbread Cookie Day
Footnotes #16 – Deliberateness
As I continue to heal I have given a lot of thought to the challenges of getting around with a broken ankle. I can describe it with one word - Deliberateness. Things I used to breeze through, I now need to stop and think about. It has become an everyday habit. I've even become pretty … Continue reading Footnotes #16 – Deliberateness
National Play Monopoly Day
You know what that means - it's the law! Dust off that old board game - regardless what special version you own. Go straight to jail and do not pass Go! and be sure to pay me the rent you owe. Maybe it is time to put down that screen and play a three dimensional … Continue reading National Play Monopoly Day
National Mickey Mouse Birthday Day
On November 18, 1928 An upstart animator by a name you may recognize (Walt Disney) premiered a short called Steamboat Willy in New York City and a star was born. Walt's growing empire was hitched to the image and antics of Mickey Mouse and remains an important spokesperson today. Over the last several decades the … Continue reading National Mickey Mouse Birthday Day
National Bundt Cake Day
A bundt cake travels pretty well, simple, delicious, always welcome at pot lucks and holiday parties. Included here - a boozy version that has always been welcomed this time of year. No kidding - no one under 21 and make sure you have a designated driver... =============== RUM BUNDT CAKE INGREDIENTS: 1 package Duncan Hines … Continue reading National Bundt Cake Day
National Spicy Guacamole Day
Who doesn't like guacamole? Check out this recipe which makes the tastiest guac I've ever sampled. Enjoy! =============== GUACAMOLE INGREDIENTS: 2 avocado, ripe1/2 small onion, minced1 teaspoon kosher salt1 garlic clove, minced and mashed4 teaspoons fresh lime juice1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1 jalapeno, seeded and minced3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chop METHOD: Mash and mince garlic with … Continue reading National Spicy Guacamole Day
World Kindness Day
Well, the world could certainly use more kindness and here is a special day to remind you. It was founded by this group: https://www.theworldkindnessmovement.org I am happy to see people banded together to spread kindness. Too many groups, whether religions, governments or clubs are too tied up in promoting themselves as superior or the only … Continue reading World Kindness Day
National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day – and my recipe
Today's National Day was not founded by the prolific publisher of that 1990's series but by a fan group in 2002. Sure, you can celebrate by reading inspirational selections from that series, by I suggest you make Chicken Soup for the Tummy by following the recipe below I have developed over the years. I like … Continue reading National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day – and my recipe
trying Amazon Fresh Delivery
If you are an Amazon Prime Member you should take a look at Amazon Fresh, their new full grocery delivery option. After Amazon's purchase of Whole Foods they've expanded their "Amazon Pantry" options to include refrigerated and frozen options like meat, cheese, frozen vegetables and ice cream. Delivery is free if you are a Prime … Continue reading trying Amazon Fresh Delivery
National Cappuccino Day
As winter creeps in, today is National Cappuccino Day - that espresso, hot milk and steamed milk foam beverage often decorated and celebrated. Order one today. Ask the barista to give it to you free because of the celebration. Run real fast to get away but don't spill the cappuccino. Good luck with that, I … Continue reading National Cappuccino Day
National Men Make Dinner Day
The first Thursday in November is National Men Make Dinner Day, but this National Day is more than a little suspect. Though it was started in 2001 it seems more than a little anachronistic in today's age. Plus the website touting this phenomenon http://www.menmakedinnerday.com/home/index.php is clearly British based on how they spell humour and other … Continue reading National Men Make Dinner Day
National Doughnut Day – easy as pie…
I know, I know - there was a National Donut day back in June when all the big chains offered freebies in celebration. I think the makers of National Days are trying to goad their way into another free donut, but it is not working. Instead I want to feature a set of special doughnuts … Continue reading National Doughnut Day – easy as pie…
Footnotes #15 – next steps, literally…
Quick update to my healing. My surgeon wants me to stay in a wheelchair while out and about town. But inside the apartment I can weight bear and walk about with crutches or a walker. So far so good. Getting better and will get update in a few weeks. He advises that tap shoes may … Continue reading Footnotes #15 – next steps, literally…
National Deviled Eggs Day
"Deviled" Eggs have been made for centuries and in many cultures but is especially popular in the USA and most especially in our southern states. Simple concept really. Hard boil eggs, slice in half, scoop out the yolks to mix with add-ins (think mayonnaise or mustard, creative flavors), whipped together and scooped or piped into … Continue reading National Deviled Eggs Day
National Vinegar Day and where to find some of the best in New York City
Today is National Vinegar Day, that fermented liquid that adds a special acidic note to various foods (and to clean windows - but not our focus today). Why buy mass produced versions when you can get hand crafted products? I know just the place if you travel to New York City. The Filling Station is … Continue reading National Vinegar Day and where to find some of the best in New York City
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