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[HumpDayHoratio]

Morning Spoon. Mamma wants to take me out to lunch today. I think she’s getting nervous about her surgery. I don’t let on but I’m nervous about her surgery.

It was hot but dry here yesterday. I did manage to get some repotting done on a couple of trees. Wish it’d cool off about 5 d…that’d be perfect.

Everyone get ready…the weekend is about to start!

Some river supper waxing moon MZ——

 

[B2fromA2looking4U]

Morning Spoon. Mamma wants to take me out to lunch today. I think she’s getting nervous about her surgery. I don’t let on but I’m nervous about her surgery.

It was hot but dry here yesterday. I did manage to get some repotting done on a couple of trees. Wish it’d cool off about 5 d…that’d be perfect.

Everyone get ready…the weekend is about to start!

Some river supper waxing moon MZ——

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It’s just my way as I find it easier to just say we are anxious.

 

[JedNtheMtns]

Morning all

Mornin'

 

[Greylag]

That's right! If you want one of us, you have to take BOTH of us!

For anyone in doubt yes @Missk_2022 and @Lilianna23 come as a package. Best two for one deal I ever got

 

[Crankbait88]

Good morning and Happy Friday all. If you are located Mid-Atlantic or eastern seaboard, hopefully you are a recipient of the cooler weather this morning. What a great thing to wake up to. No rain like I hoped, but better than no rain and 100 degrees.

You all be safe out there today and this weekend. I'm going to be spending some time on the boat with my daughter and drinking cold adult beverages on the shore.

 

[Tweedledude]

Have a great day all. Glad to see Lil back

 

[dkak001]

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[Wonderer67]

Good morning and Happy Friday all. If you are located Mid-Atlantic or eastern seaboard, hopefully you are a recipient of the cooler weather this morning. What a great thing to wake up to. No rain like I hoped, but better than no rain and 100 degrees.

You all be safe out there today and this weekend. I'm going to be spending some time on the boat with my daughter and drinking cold adult beverages on the shore.

The cooler weather has been nice. I’ve always loved warmer weather but now that I am old I have less tolerance for it.

Today was only 67. Monday was 101.

 

[Wonderer67]

Took the afternoon off to tie up my mom’s social security and finalize the estate.

Then off to mow two lawns and maybe get some wood split.

 

[Lilianna23]

No porcupines here... but this poor, little guy sure found at least one...

Porcupine'd Pups - The Incredible Dr. Pol
Channel: Nat Geo Animals

Poor babies!

 

[Rj_1954]

Took the afternoon off to tie up my mom’s social security and finalize the estate.

Then off to mow two lawns and maybe get some wood split.

I feel your pain. I buried both my parents and my two siblings. There's no one left on my side of the family. My wife has a brother (81) & a sister (92). Lady K is 68

 

[Wonderer67]

Well it didn’t go exactly as planned.

The social security thing was fast.

I got 3/4 of the way thru the farmyard and realized the mower was not steering very well.

Flat tire.

I walked home and on the fed the neighbors cats and watered their garden.

Then wife met me at home, and we loaded up and did the property we manage in the next town over.

Mowed lawn there (w push mower), grabbed some pizza and had a nice fire out by the pool patio.

I’ll bring the tire patch kit w me tomorrow morning when I get gas and Fix the tire.
Not a bad day.

 

[Wat_Tyler]

Home. Napped. Got cats stuck up my ass. Planning to pack to morrow and then leave come Sunday to drive Out West.


Found a SAFN-49 rifle for sale online last night. Decent shape, available, reasonable, discounted, and not in 8mm Mauser but .30-'06 Springfield. It's waiting to ship to my FFL.

 

[Wonderer67]

Home. Napped. Got cats stuck up my ass. Planning to pack to morrow and then leave come Sunday to drive Out West.


Found a SAFN-49 rifle for sale online last night. Decent shape, available, reasonable, discounted, and not in 8mm Mauser but .30-'06 Springfield. It's waiting to ship to my FFL.

That’s awesome weapon.

My friend has one in 8mm Mauser. We had a three round slam fire with it last year! I don’t think my friend loaded the magazine properly.

Great pickup.

 

[likes2watchU]

No time to catch up today... apologies.
Got through the day.
Still far too many unanswered questions for the 8/1 project.
Signing off in a minute to assemble a summer salad recipe I created a few years ago when I had a last-minute invite to a cook out. It was a hit, so I wrote down what I did so I could recreate it.
There were a few folks then with food intolerances so it worked for them too. Gluten free, no onion (didn't have one that day).
Best - no cooking required. Cold salad and it's better the next day.
I'll post the recipe in a few.
Can definitely be jazzed up with other ingredients and seasonings too if you'd like. But was what I call a "Kitchen 911" dish. No time to shop but need to create a dish - STAT.

Have a great night. Cookout tomorrow so not sure when I'll be online. Enjoy the day, all

 

[likes2watchU]

Cucumber Feta Bean Salad

* 2 English cucumbers - round slices then quartered
* 1 can garbanzo beans (aka chickpeas)
* 1 can kidney beans
* 1 can black beans
* 8-12 ounces Feta cheese
* 2 cups frozen sweet corn - fresh if in season
* Cracked black pepper - to taste
* Juice of 1 lemon
* Garlic 2-3 cloves, minced
* @ 1/3 cup olive oil (add half, reserve the rest)
* 2 tbs dried spearmint (for fresh, use about half, let sit, add more later if needed. fresh is a lot stronger - esp. over time)

This recipe has no added salt. For me, the Feta cheese has enough salt to carry the salad.

Mix everything and chill for 1 hour minimum
Mix again, taste and adjust seasoning if needed

I used the beans I had on hand. If they're in my cupboard, I like them. Use whichever ones you like.

I would suggest using less oil at the start & letting everything chill together for a couple hours in the fridge. Then mix, taste, and tweak if needed.

I cut the feta into bite sized cubes

I cut the cukes into 1/2 inch thick rounds then quartered those. I left the skin on b/c I think the skin of the English cubes is less bitter. I also use the English ones since they have fewer seeds. Use the cukes you like & cut them how you like.

 

[JedNtheMtns]

Cucumber Feta Bean Salad

* 2 English cucumbers - round slices then quartered
* 1 can garbanzo beans (aka chickpeas)
* 1 can kidney beans
* 1 can black beans
* 8-12 ounces Feta cheese
* 2 cups frozen sweet corn - fresh if in season
* Cracked black pepper - to taste
* Juice of 1 lemon
* Garlic 2-3 cloves, minced
* @ 1/3 cup olive oil (add half, reserve the rest)
* 2 tbs dried spearmint (for fresh, use about half, let sit, add more later if needed. fresh is a lot stronger - esp. over time)

This recipe has no added salt. For me, the Feta cheese has enough salt to carry the salad.

Mix everything and chill for 1 hour minimum
Mix again, taste and adjust seasoning if needed

I used the beans I had on hand. If they're in my cupboard, I like them. Use whichever ones you like.

I would suggest using less oil at the start & letting everything chill together for a couple hours in the fridge. Then mix, taste, and tweak if needed.

I cut the feta into bite sized cubes

I cut the cukes into 1/2 inch thick rounds then quartered those. I left the skin on b/c I think the skin of the English cubes is less bitter. I also use the English ones since they have fewer seeds. Use the cukes you like & cut them how you like.

Sounds delicious. TY!

 

[likes2watchU]

Guess who's out of mint... here's my alternative

Mediterranean Cucumber Feta Bean Salad
Ingredients
2 English cucumbers, sliced into ½-inch rounds, then quartered
1 can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups frozen sweet corn, thawed (or fresh, if in season)
8–12 oz feta cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes
Juice of ½ to 1 lemon (to taste)
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup olive oil, divided (start with half and reserve the rest)
⅓ to ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and quartered
1–2 tbsp pepperoncini brine
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
¼ tsp dried rosemary, crushed (optional)
¼–½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)
Freshly cracked peppercorn medley, to taste
(No added salt – feta and olives provide enough)

Instructions

1. Prep the ingredients:
   • Cut cucumbers into ½-inch rounds, then quarter.
   • Drain and rinse all beans.
   • Thaw corn if using frozen. (If frozen, cook first if directed by packaging)
   • Pit and quarter Kalamata olives.
   • Cut feta into bite-sized cubes.
   • Mince garlic.
2. Mix the base:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine:

• Cucumbers
• Beans (garbanzo, kidney, black)
• Corn
• Feta cubes
• Kalamata olives
• Minced garlic
• Lemon juice
• Pepperoncini brine
• Half of the olive oil (about 2–3 tbsp)
• Dried oregano, thyme, optional rosemary
• Garlic powder
• Red pepper flakes
• Freshly cracked pepper

1. Chill:
   • Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, allowing flavors to meld.
2. Taste and finish:
   • Stir well after chilling.
   • Taste and adjust:
     • Add more olive oil if desired
     • More lemon juice or brine for brightness
     • More pepper or herbs to your liking
3. Serve:
   • Serve cold or at room temperature.
   • Store in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.

 

[JedNtheMtns]

Guess who's out of mint... here's my alternative

Mediterranean Cucumber Feta Bean Salad
Ingredients
2 English cucumbers, sliced into ½-inch rounds, then quartered
1 can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups frozen sweet corn, thawed (or fresh, if in season)
8–12 oz feta cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes
Juice of ½ to 1 lemon (to taste)
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup olive oil, divided (start with half and reserve the rest)
⅓ to ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and quartered
1–2 tbsp pepperoncini brine
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
¼ tsp dried rosemary, crushed (optional)
¼–½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)
Freshly cracked peppercorn medley, to taste
(No added salt – feta and olives provide enough)

Instructions

1. Prep the ingredients:
   • Cut cucumbers into ½-inch rounds, then quarter.
   • Drain and rinse all beans.
   • Thaw corn if using frozen. (If frozen, cook first if directed by packaging)
   • Pit and quarter Kalamata olives.
   • Cut feta into bite-sized cubes.
   • Mince garlic.
2. Mix the base:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine:

• Cucumbers
• Beans (garbanzo, kidney, black)
• Corn
• Feta cubes
• Kalamata olives
• Minced garlic
• Lemon juice
• Pepperoncini brine
• Half of the olive oil (about 2–3 tbsp)
• Dried oregano, thyme, optional rosemary
• Garlic powder
• Red pepper flakes
• Freshly cracked pepper

1. Chill:
   • Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, allowing flavors to meld.
2. Taste and finish:
   • Stir well after chilling.
   • Taste and adjust:
     • Add more olive oil if desired
     • More lemon juice or brine for brightness
     • More pepper or herbs to your liking
3. Serve:
   • Serve cold or at room temperature.
   • Store in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.

Darn it! It's always something!

 

[likes2watchU]

Darn it! It's always something!

Right? I have a giant bag of peppermint - not the right flavor for this dish but great cuppa tea.
But the spearmint I have left? Not up to my standards. Dried out too much.
Think I'll like this AI-tweaked version though.
And I get a whole cookout full of people as my guinea pigs
shhh - don't let them know

Ok - off to the kitchen and then (please, please, please) bed
Sweet Dreams, all

 

[Lilianna23]

View attachment 2551015Porcelain Berry plants. I hate you. Die you bastards.

What are they? A weed? Invasive?

 

[Lilianna23]

Working on my yearly review...blah blah blah

Ugh! My director would always basically print out what I sent to her as my review.

 

[Lilianna23]

What is your employer's position on AI?
Mine is all-in and recommended staff use it for performance reviews and other tasks. Just be mindful not to use any names or sensitive data.
So I used it to improve upon my initial drafts.
Took me less time this year compared to others.

I wish AI was available when I was working! We were supposed to have SMART goals and be evaluated on them. Reviews were a PITA to write!

 

[Lilianna23]

@cowboyup6977

I'm missing her!

 

[Lilianna23]

New nickname: Mickey

I had a "friend" once named Mike. This was my catch phrase for him!