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Post by conniej on Sept 30, 2022 3:39:47 GMT
FALL COLORS
ORANGE LEAVES Molly Mo
RED SWEATSHIRT Lucy TX
GOLDEN LEAVES Marlene WI
MAPLE RED LEAVES Nancy IL
BRONZE MUMS Connie PA
PURPLE TURTLENECK Sandy IL
LAVENDER ROSE Kathie CA
RED,GOLD, ORANGE LEAVES Phyl WI
BROWN LOGS Diane OK
FLORIDA GREEN Shragae FL
SCARLET SUNSETS Sue MT
Jenny CA
Phyl, the states are on this months name list. At top of page.
Getting us started for September 30, my last time. And a new month. Did enjoy it and turning over the thread to Phyl, Have a good time, Phyl.
Another early morning for Friday, The tree guys will be here early and probably done by noon, he says. Going to be a huge empty place.
Silliness
I am swift as a gazelle, An old one. With arthritis. Run over by a Land Rover, 8 days ago.
National Hot Mulled Cider Day
National Love People Day.
I did try hot mulled Cider several time in winter but still like hot Cider with a cinnamon stick in it better.
Most of the time I love most people so that is a pretty easy one.
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Post by conniej on Sept 30, 2022 3:42:57 GMT
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Post by grandmasandy2 on Sept 30, 2022 9:00:07 GMT
I’m not sure if I’ve ever had mulled cider although I remember Fred’s Mom putting apple cider in a pot on the stove and putting oranges with cloves in them in it along with cinnamon sticks and letting it simmer a while. She only did that at Christmas and it was really good.
Not sure about Love People as some people just are not lovable but I think all babies and puppies are!
I think all we have going on today is taking Bailey for her Libre. We’ve decided no more groomer for Bridgette as it stressed her more than we realized it would as she had very loose stools for a while after we got them home. But they both look very nice. But it’s Bailey that needs grooming we just take Bridgette maybe three times a year.
Fred had me get a pancake mix as he wants to try making pancakes on the grill. I asked if he had seen a video about it and he said no but I’m going to look as I’m really hungry for them and it should be pretty easy. I keep wondering what else he’ll try as if the pancakes turn out easy he might try fried eggs or grilled cheese next but those I think are just as easy in the frying pan. But if it keeps him happy then let him go for it.
Still very cool here so I think summer has moved on and fall is here for a while.
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Post by jenny91638 on Sept 30, 2022 9:02:07 GMT
Im not a fan of any cider drinks. As far as loving people, i like people, i love kids. I have always worked toward helping those who needed it. I believe some are born with more advantages. Its harder for some to " mske it " than it is for others. Ive tried to help people believe in themselves. I had lots of organizational training, some under Cesar Chavez himself. But even though i am easy going i dont like to be around nany people. Im pretty much of a loner. Love family and love to be with them. Some people are pretty hard to love. But ive found people on these boards and in facebook groups to be very supportive and friendly.
Sister is going to buy groceries. This will be interesting.
Jenny
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Post by flucielucy on Sept 30, 2022 14:28:14 GMT
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Post by flucielucy on Sept 30, 2022 14:31:09 GMT
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Post by nancyyen on Sept 30, 2022 16:13:02 GMT
I got some dusting done this morning and walked out to the mailbox to mail a letter. No other plans for the day. I do like hot cider. It's a sunny day and 60 degrees. Goodbye September!
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Post by phyl on Sept 30, 2022 16:43:50 GMT
good morning, thank you Connie for a wonderful month,AS ALWAYS
TODAY I will be doing some THINGS on the main floor,didn't do darn thing yesterday.
I LIKE decorating for now, know the Day will come when I CAN'T.
WELCOME TO OUR PATCH
PLEASE RAIN ON TEXAS LUCY TX
APPLE CIDER MARLENE WI FROST ON THE PUMPKIN SANDY IL PATCH SWEET PATCH MOLLY MO GREAT PUMPKIN BELIEVER DIANE OK HANGING IN MY PATCH KATHIE CA
JACK-O-LATHERN NANCYYEN IL LEAF PEEPING A THE DAM CONNIE PA HARVEST MOON SHINNING ON OUR PATCH PHYL FLORIDA FALL SHRAGAE FL
SUE
JENNY
THANK YOU CONNIE FOR POINTING OUT THE STATES,FOR SOME REASON MY BRAIN IS NOT WORKING LIKE IT SHOULD. SURE BEEN SLEEPING GOOD SINCE
I GOT THE NEW MATTRESS,VERY SELDOM WAKE UP AT 4-6 TO STAY UP.
HAVE A GREAT FRIDAY PHYL
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Post by kathie3s on Sept 30, 2022 17:25:23 GMT
I am laughing at Phyl sleeping better on a new mattress. I think I would only sleep better with a new hubby. I had 3 hrs. and 8 mins. sleep last night. I was cleaning up the bed about 4 AM and had been woken up numerous times before that.
Will see you all for tuck in later!.....Connie it has been a great month!...Thank you.
Lavender Rose Kathie
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Post by flucielucy on Sept 30, 2022 18:22:44 GMT
Kathie, I sleep better on my new mattress that I got about a month ago.
I'm not crazy about cider.
I am a people person and love being with people. I love kids especially.
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Post by conniej on Sept 30, 2022 18:27:46 GMT
Thank you, ladies for all your nice words.
A special Thanks to Diane for letting me use her idea for the National days of the month, it was a lot of fun and I think we all learned a lot about each other. I did especially enjoy this month and Phyl, hope you enjoy October!!
Phyl, what how do you decorate your bay window? I too love to decorate for holidays and seasons. For fall I get that up first, then add Halloween things, then take Halloween down and put out Thanksgiving and then all come down and start on Christmas things. It is fun and sometimes think more work than I want to do but always enjoy it when it is up.
The tree is down, the stump is all ground up and everything looks great. Will need some lawn work but for now it just needs to settle. Will see how the yard looks after a rain and settled, don't see any big holes in ground anywhere, Lot of big heavy limbs were in yard and we had had a lot of rain before it started but I am amazed, it really looks pretty good. My lawn guy will help with that part.
It looks weird, and I am going to be having hard time with no trees now. but not going to plant anymore.!! I picked this house to buy because of the beautiful maple trees,!!But there are a lot still around me!!
I did get the small railing painted today on my neighbor's porch. Only thing now that is left to do is 3 steps and the small floor of the porch.
Hoping to get it done tomorrow or Monday, Rain again on Sunday. Sunshine today and a nice breeze and 63°. Was a slight frost on the grass this morning but plants are still okay.
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Post by conniej on Sept 30, 2022 18:31:22 GMT
In case you are wondering, thought you might like to see the recipe for Mulled cider.
Ingredients
1/2 gallon fresh, unfiltered apple cider (non-alcoholic)
1 orange
12 whole cloves
4 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks
15 allspice berries
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
7 whole cardamom pods
2 tablespoons unpacked brown sugar
While the cider is heating up, take a vegetable peeler and peel away a couple thick strips of peel from the orange. Press about half of the cloves into the peeled part of the orange. (You can also just quarter the orange and add the slices and cloves separately. I just like seeing the orange bob up and down.)
Place orange, orange peel strips, the remaining cloves, and the rest of the ingredients into the sauce pan with the cider. Keep covered and heat the mulled cider mixture to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes on low heat.
Strain out the orange and spices:
Use a fine mesh sieve to strain the hot mulled cider away from the orange, cloves, and other spices.
If you want, you can add a touch of bourbon, brandy, or rum to spike it up a bit.
Serve hot. Add a cinnamon stick to each cup if desired.
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Post by conniej on Sept 30, 2022 18:33:10 GMT
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Post by diane on Sept 30, 2022 23:03:18 GMT
Hi!
My DMIL used to make mulled cider, and I liked it. I really liked the smell of it in the crock pot!
I think you have to have a definition of "love," but the one I use for myself, is the one I'll respond to. I do love people. I become very depressed if I have no interaction with others. I need human contact. I loved my students, even when they were bratty!
Connie, thank you for the kind words. I really got the idea from the way Cat used to have a "Question of the Day" and they were always such good conversation starters. You have done a great job this month, and I can hardly wait to see what Phyl has in store for us!
My new computer is to be installed tomorrow!
Hugs!
Diane
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Post by kathie3s on Oct 1, 2022 3:53:51 GMT
I have heard of mulled cider but have never had it. I have no idea what it could be like and I don't drink alcohol very often so I wouldn't want to spike it. The recipe doesn't sound like something I would enjoy.
It has been a long tiring day for me. Three loads of wash, all done and folded and put away. My kitty has been hiding all day. I was afraid maybe she got into our spare bedroom but when I didn't see her in there I did find her under our bed. She finally came out -- maybe hungry.
Tucking you all in with our blanket which is a HUGE RAINBOW WITH ALL THE COLORS IN IT....AND A PICTURE OF EACH OF US WHERE OUR COLOR IS....FOR THE LAST TIME....sweet dreams to you all!
Lavender Rose Kathie
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