[Earthquakes]

6 hours ago, luvlz2 said:

San Andreas fault acting up again in Southern California

http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-earthquake-san-andreas-20161003-snap-story.html

Scary stuff.  Hoping all of our California members stay safe. 

 

[What song is stuck in your head?]

Thanks to the new Jeep commercial...  

 

[What Are You Listening To At This Moment?]

1 hour ago, Strider said:

 

Cal Jam was the one and only time I managed to see them. I was too young to catch them at their 1969-1971 peak.

Cool scene for a young lad!  

[What Are You Listening To At This Moment?]

Here's a fun one.  Strider or Wally Hood happen to be there?

[BON APPÉTIT! What Are You Eating?]

32 minutes ago, ebk said:

 

Mr ebk makes wonderful pancakes.  We used to have them every weekend, but as we were making a half-hearted attempt to eat better, we haven't had them in a while.  However, we've realized that life is short.  You may as well eat what you like!   Or, we've given up.  Whichever one works better  

Amen, amen!! I totally agree and have had the same experience of pancakes every weekend while my kids were growing up and then pancake strike until just recently.  Life is much too short to live without pancakes.  I use yogurt in the batter, add fresh blueberries and a few mini chocolate chips, and life is good.

Strider, I include French toast on the list of things life is too short to live without.  

[BON APPÉTIT! What Are You Eating?]

1 hour ago, ebk said:

cp, that, as usual, sounds fantastic.

 

Breakfast - pancakes!  Haven't had them in a while.

I agree, ebk.  I want to see pics!  

 

Pancakes...yum!  Brings back so many wonderful memories.  Plus they taste so good! 

[Anyone have any good GIFS?]

12 minutes ago, Kiwi_Zep_Fan87 said:

I can relate! I actually think of that dance as my happy dance!  

It's perfect!!  

[Anyone have any good GIFS?]

3 minutes ago, Kiwi_Zep_Fan87 said:

This is me, with the gorgeous fall weather we are having.  

[BON APPÉTIT! What Are You Eating?]

1 hour ago, Strider said:

Dd, have you used any of those special spices yet?

Errr, no, I almost forgot about them!  Tomorrow, I will use the sugar in my coffee and think I'll use the spice on grilled pork ribs.  

Guess what?  When passing the Royal Orleans hotel last weekend, I spotted a spice store.  It was closed on Sunday but I looked it up online and it looks very similar to Spice Station.  Can't wait to check it out soon!

[What Are You Listening To At This Moment?]

 

[What's the weather like where you are?]

Sunny, breezy 73°.

Glorious.

 

[What Made You Un-Happy Today ?]

I'm sorry to hear about your friend, Walter.  Prayers for her and her family.  And for those who love her.   Where is that cure for cancer?  I just know there is a solution out there.

 

 

Just realized I posted my previous post in the wrong thread.  Should have been in the HAPPY thread.  

[What Made You Un-Happy Today ?]

Low 80s and no threat of rain made way for a much needed walk on the bridge.  Presence companion has been on non-stop rotation but today it was Physical Graffiti that accompanied me.  Oh how I have missed these beautiful views and LZ blaring in my headphones. 

[Remembering John Bonham.]

15 minutes ago, luvlz2 said:

I'm not remembering John Bonham today because it is his birthday (It is not), but rather because 36 years ago was the last day he was still with us. This day always takes me back to 1980 and what could have come from him had he not passed away the next day on the 25th. So it is a special day in my mind to play a John Bonham drum solo to celebrate him. Long live John Bonham!

 

Amen.  I can't keep a smile off of my face and cannot keep still when I listen to those mad drumming skills.  My ears always gravitate to the drums, and I usually end with 'What a workout!'.  Will join you in saluting my favorite drummer and will enjoy listening to some of those mad drumming skills today.  Long live John Bonham! 

[What's the Next Concert You're Attending?]

9 minutes ago, Strider said:

I'll sleep when I'm dead.

The last time I saw Van Morrison was incredible...it was at the Bowl and he did the entire "Astral Weeks" album. I think you can even find the live album from that show in the shops or online. But yes, I have seen some dodgy shows from Van in the past, so my fingers are crossed.

However, I am mainly going to see Tom Jones, for it has been forever since I have seen him and I want to take advantage of seeing him one last time before the Grim Reaper strikes. Jones is opening so if Van sucks I can leave early without missing Jones.

 

Haha, good philosophy, Strider!  

Well, I'm really glad to hear that Van Morrison has had recent incredible shows, and I'll keep my fingers crossed for you on this one, too.  Maybe he was not feeling well when I saw him.  I'll certainly give him another chance if he comes back to this area, I love his music.  

And Tom Jones...wow!!  

[What Are You Doing Today?]

3 minutes ago, Kiwi_Zep_Fan87 said:

Wow! That sounds fantastic!!  Enjoy!  

Thank you!  It's been a while since I've seen the play, and the timing is perfect for the week I've had.  Not much soothes my soul like the sound of music, especially this music. 

Have a great weekend, Kiwi! 

 

[What are you watching on TV now?]

Ahhh!!!  

Jane, his wife (bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop...).  

Brilliant!!

[What Are You Doing Today?]

9 minutes ago, Kiwi_Zep_Fan87 said:

Great advice, Debbie! I couldn't agree more!  

Heading to New Orleans to see The Sound of Music, opening for the Broadway season.  And hoping to take a spin around the Carousel with a French 007.  Wheeeee!  

[I've Been Going to the...MOOOOvies]

5 minutes ago, Juliet said:

MAGNIFICENT SEVEN...starring Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke and many others..

 

 Can't wait to see that! 

[What Are You Reading?]

[What Are You Doing Today?]

5 hours ago, Kiwi_Zep_Fan87 said:

Well, it's the weekend and Mr. Brain has decided to pack it up (and put all of the world's burdens and life's annoyances into a trunk) and catch up on some much needed reading! It was also nice to see Mr. Heart agreeing with Mr. Brain!  

 

 

 

I love when heart and brain agree.  And when gut is on board, too, you know you're good to go.  

Follow your heart, trust your gut, use your head.  In that order.  Works every time.

[What are you watching on TV now?]

^^^ Oh Kiwi, I haven't seen that for a while!  One of the best theme songs ever, I spent my entire youth getting Saturdays started with that gem!  

 

[What's the Next Concert You're Attending?]

Strider, do you ever sleep!?  

I hope Van Morrison puts on a good show if you go.   I was disappointed when I saw him a few months ago.  Songs were totally lifeless. 

[BON APPÉTIT! What Are You Eating?]

3 hours ago, Strider said:

See, one of the benefits of meeting Dd is that I now have the pleasure of hearing her lovely Gulf Coast accent in my head when I read her posts.

What a nice thing to say, Strider!  And ditto back.  It's great to put a face with a name, and a voice behind the words.  Indeed. 

 

[BON APPÉTIT! What Are You Eating?]

7 hours ago, chillumpuffer said:

Quite easy DD. Skin side down first in a little olive oil. flip and cook t'other side adding a little butter, careful not to burn the butter. Squeeze a bit of lemon and serve. Gumbo? I'ts a rice dish isn't it? And I think we did a prawn one when the Masters golf was on once. Chicken and sausage sounds yum?

I see.  When I saw 'fried', I mistakenly thought you were putting a batter on it.  Salmon is the best!  Yes, gumbo is served over rice.  Seafood gumbo is more popular, especially when served in restaurants.  But you can't beat the taste of chicken and sausage gumbo.  Made the chicken stock last night, so today will be the roux, and finally the gumbo.  Gumbo is one of those dishes that tastes better if you freeze it and eat it, say, a month later.  But I think I'll have to eat a fresh bowl today.