Taste Like Chicken Monday 4/27

Thanks for the start, Chele. Did you and Linda enjoy the virtual potluck on the other thread? Thanks for the link. I found some really good recipes just on the page that went to for your burritos. One of them called for king oyster mushrooms, which I love. I tried to grow some a couple of years ago but no luck. CSA used to have them but not any more. Might have to figure out something with shiitakes. Did you see the Chickpea Tikka Masala recipe? The Easy Mushroom Risotto also looked good. I hope you didn't wear yourself out with all your activity today. Sounds like moving is the best thing for your back right now. You didn't forget how to cook through your string of maladies. Good job getting in a workout. I've been having strange dreams, too, so it's just not you and Iggy. And, they have nothing to do with staying home, the virus, the economy, or anything else. The ones I remember are just bizarro! 

Linda, when do you think your governor will announce the reopening plan? Our plans are out, and about the only thing that can't reopen next week are large venues like concerts, sporting events, and bars. I got an email from Osteo that they will reopen next Monday, so I'll be going back next Thursday. Gyms are also reopening and the staff at Gold's has spread out the machines, so I am thinking about going back there next Thursday as well. Between no Osteo and no lower body workouts at the gym, my knees have not been happy for the past few weeks. Will you be able to drop Micki off without having to go inside the groomer's? I don't know how a solid black dog does itin the heat you have. Bless Micki's furry little soul. I'm amazed you are already over 100 already. Good for you getting th outside stuff done before it got too hot.

I saw some photos of crowded beaches in California, Kathy. I hope they are taking care not to have that occur there. Did you watch Killing Eve? We'll watch it tonight. Is there a new episode of Outlander this week? I haven't had a chance to look. What's on your agenda for the week? What kinds of changes are happening with businesses there?

Becky, we are now all supposed to be wearing masks when we are in public. No fines or jail time like there, but if people aren't complying with sanctions in place there, my guess is they won't do it here with none. Were you able to get out and walk today? How's the foot and ankle doing? Is the knee continuing to heal? Are you glad you had the surgery? I'm not surprised on the amount of the bill. My outpatient surgeries on my feet came to $24K for both and that was relatively minor compared to what you had. I did end up having to pay about $500, however.

How are things going, Liz? Are you feeling that you are getting ahead of the curve? How are things at Gary's work?

Denise, do you work weekdays for the most part? How large is your hospital? How long have you been doing the green plan and how is it working for you? I'm vegan and not doing an official WW plan, but similar to purple. I was hoping we would be on lockdown til mid-May but we have a Republican governor in Trump's back pocket. So Dale and I will still be sticking close to home but will need to venture out a bit more each week, at least until we see if cases start to increase.

Things are starting to open up here in TN, so we'll see where we are in a couple of weeks. Testing is still hit or miss. Cases are still rising, but that may be due to increased testing. I finished up another mask yesterday and I think I like this style better. It has more pieces that need cut out (4 vs. 2), but a bit easier to sew. This style won't work for Dale because he broke his nose multiple times growing up and it doesn't fit him comfortably. It works well for me. Still no elastic hair ties, so I'm pretty much out of the mask making business right now. Please ignore my shaggy hair. I think I'm going to keep it a bit longer now that it has grown out, but I need a trim badly. My stylist should be back open next week so I need to get an appointment. Happy Monday! Hope we all have a good week!

Denise, I am doing more of a Simply Filling type plan. I no longer subscribe to WW.

Linda, our groomers don’t have a date for opening but doctor’s offices, dentists and vets are scheduled for May 1. Teddy would let the groomers bathe, cut and clip with no problem but he gave me heck. I don’t blame you for taking Micki for a trim, since he won’t let you do it. Boy, are you sizzling already.

The pot luck was fun, Karen, especially the no calories. I haven’t looked at all the recipes on the site yet but I thought you might like it. Did you see the recipe for Air Fryer Kale Chips? You look good in your new mask. Good luck at Osteo and the gym. I assume you will still wear your mask.

Waving to Becky, Liz and Kathy.

The Ohio reopening plan is phased.  May 4 for general offices, although Iggy’s work has not said anything yet. May 1 as mentioned above but also manufacturing and distribution will reopen. May 12 is the date for consumer and retail services. No dates yet for gyms, salons and spas. Still no gatherings over 10 people and masks must be worn indoors but not required for outside. Iggy and I will not be changing our routine no matter what. I took the risk of going to the doctors’ offices because I had to, but I won’t be risking anything besides grocery shopping until at least June.

nybuckeye, That's good that your still doing simply filling. Im on the green plan you get 30 pts and I like it cause you get a lot of points

kaycee, That's good that florida has allowed lawn service too my grass was getting long