Thursday #103

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

<wipes window, stands on tippy toes and peers in> Anybody in there??? Mario, are you here???? <taps lightly on window pane> Anybody???

Oh well, guess I'll just sit out back and wait until somebody shows up with a key. We have to get one of those fake rocks to hide a key in so we can get in now that Richard is quite "incapacitated." Good thing I have a a spare nekkid beer in my car.....

[slick]

Goober Chicken-Hiney checking in Debbie. Sorry to keep you waiting.....work, you know, always gets in the way. Richard lent me his keys so let's go in and "set a spell".

Smells musty in here. I'll open up the windows and get some fresh air flowing. Can't think of a DOTD though but I'm sure someone will have a suggestion.

It's lunchtime here so I think I'll check out the kitchen and rustle us up some munchies. What do you feel like?

[Killearn Kitties]

Hi Debbie! If I bring my own glass, can I have a sip of your beer, please. Ooh the sun is lovely out here isn't it? I can't wait 'till the works start to open up the front!

[slick]

**struts in from tthe kitchen**

Oh, Hi Karen. I didn't hear you come in. Sit down and relax.

Isn't it strange how the kitchen is always stocked and none of us make any trips to the store?? Cyber Bar....you gotta love it!:D ;)

OK, we've got nachos with the works for starters and I've got a batch of chili cooking on the stove as we speak.

[lbaker]

*pant pant puff wheeze - grabs a nekkid beer and runs out the door* catch ya later guys, need to restock the pantry (that food doesn't just cyber itself in, Slick ;) Silly wabbit, it's just usually done by the time you lazy ol' West Coasters wake up :D :D

[Killearn Kitties]

Oh, nachos and chilli, couldn't be better! How about a margarita to go with that? Where is the slushi maker par-extraordinaire?

[slick]

Originally posted by Killearn Kitties
Where is the slushi maker par-extraordinaire?
:( Poor Richard doesn't have internet access at work anymore so we just have to fend fur ourselves .

**yells** WAIT LAURIE......YOU FORGOT THE MARIO!!

Oh dear, I guess I missed her. Silly Wabbit indeed! ;)

[davidpizzica]

Tough day at the salt mines, I mean golf course! I'll just sit in this comfortable chair and talk with Karen. Hi! Those nachos smell GOOD! I think I'll grab some and a diet lime coke to go with it.

[Killearn Kitties]

Hi David! How's work going? Is the old knee holding up under the extra strain?

My husband makes a mean margarita. Should I try to persuade him to come?

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by Killearn Kitties
My husband makes a mean margarita. Should I try to persuade him to come?

YES!!!

Does that answer your question, Karen? :D

A good ol' margarita would be wonderful about now - thanks. Thanks for the nachos Slick. I love chili - especially now that the temps dropped about 15 degrees since this morning.....and I didn't bring a sweater or a coat. Guess I have to start believing that the weather people really do know what they are talking about. :rolleyes:

We have a bar/restaraunt two doors down from us at work here, and the beer trucks are always making deliveries on Thursday and Friday. Somehow I've never seen a food delivery truck though. Hmmm........ Guess I'll ponder that one over one of Karen's hubby's margaritas. ;) :D

[slick]

My husband makes a mean margarita. Should I try to persuade him to come?
Oh Richard????!!!!! You've got competition!!!!!!
Karen, roll him on over here and put an apron on that guy.:D ;)
You are welcome for the munchies. I just wish I could cook as good as the rest of you.

David, here's a footstool. Relax and take a load off.

I've go to get back to work for a bit so I'll catch you all later.

[Killearn Kitties]

Well, I've brought a jug of Alec's margarita for you all to try. You can tell me what you think. Personally, I think it tastes fabulous with your brilliant chilli and nachos, Slick!

Laurie? Are you OK? I think we have all the ingredients now. Sit down and enjoy one of Alec's margarita's, why don't you?

[catland]

Hi everyone. Looks like we'll have our work cut out for us to fill in for Richard.

Yay - our rain has stopped and we're supposed to have nice weather this week.:cool: :cool: How about we open up the outdoor seating? I'll clean up the tables if someone can help me with the umbrellas.:D

[davidpizzica]

Originally posted by Killearn Kitties
Hi David! How's work going? Is the old knee holding up under the extra strain?

My husband makes a mean margarita. Should I try to persuade him to come? Work is going pretty good, Karen. So far no pain in the knee, and I'm able to do just about all my work. Sometimes I forget I have an artificial knee! By all means, Karen bring your husband.

[Pit Chick]

Hey guys, I just got my income tax check so drinks are on me today. I can't stay long either, they're cross training me at work so I've been back and forthe, now I'm trying to catch up on my own work. :eek:

[davidpizzica]

Originally posted by slick

Oh Richard????!!!!! You've got competition!!!!!!
Karen, roll him on over here and put an apron on that guy.:D ;)
You are welcome for the munchies. I just wish I could cook as good as the rest of you.

David, here's a footstool. Relax and take a load off.

I've go to get back to work for a bit so I'll catch you all later. Oh, thank you, Slick! That footstool feels great!

[Lady's Human]

Bartender, I'll have a white russian (heavy on the russian). Only one more week to go in OK and I can get back to living at home again (for a month until I have to come back out here)

[RedHedd]

Originally posted by Pit Chick
I can't stay long either, they're cross training me at work so I've been back and forthe, now I'm trying to catch up on my own work. :eek: LOL! I read that too fast and thought you were cross-dressing! :rolleyes: :D :p

I'll take a virgin Margarita .... my body's been alcohol free for 19 years now!

[slick]

Hi LH: no bartender today so you're welcome to help yourself. The bartender's guide is on the bar in case you need it. I think Richard is going to check in later when he gets home.

Congrats PC. I just mailed my income tax off last week so I'll be lucky to see something by June. :rolleyes:

Hi RH...**waves**

Can we please have a toast for Nicole (Miss Meow)?? She used to come around here alot and I really miss her. Happy Birthday Nicole, wherever you are! :)

[lbaker]

TA DAH!! I'm back, I'm bad, I'm Nationwide :D Couldn't decide which would go better with chili/nachos and Hubby Margarita's so I brought some sourdough bread AND some cornbread (Southern Style of course). Also stocked up the pantry and freezer. WOW! KK.. Hubby Margie's have a secret ingredient don't they ;) These puppies are grrrreat! Oh boy, Mario was a great help at the grocery store [not]. I've been barred from bars, and barred from dancehalls *don't ask, don't tell* .. but DANG, never been barred from a grocery store before :o:eek: gimme another Marg please;

[slick]

never been barred from a grocery store before
....and if we don't behave in July, we might be barred from Gini's. :eek: :D

What on earth happened??? Did Mario get into the produce section again and create havoc??

Check that pitcher on the bar. I think there's some joy juice left.

[lbaker]

Slick, the produce aisle I could handle but when he hit the Pharmacy counter and the personnal hygiene aisle.. :o Well, don't blame ME if Miss Meow's birthday balloons look a bit strange :eek:

[slick]

:D :D :D ROFLMAO!!!! OMD, I was just laughing so hard a coworker came to check on me. How can I possibly explain a monkey wearing....well you know.....

It's the visual.....I'm picturing you running down the aisle yelling for Mario to "get back here". :D :D

[lbaker]

I just gave a witty reply (from Poor Richard's Almanac) but can't write it here :o I'll p.m. you :D

[slick]

OK, go ahead...make my day! ;) :D

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by lbaker
WOW! KK.. Hubby Margie's have a secret ingredient don't they ;)

I'd say! I just took another final (only 2 more of these puppies to go and I'm done!) and I just flew through it! Easiest class and easiest final I've ever had in my life. Too bad the last two classes can't be this easy. :rolleyes:

Now to celebrate the rest of the week off - no school - yippee!!!! Still have to work but that's ok. It's so much easier with no homework hanging over my head. Gotta admit, I like school but homework is for the birds. :rolleyes:

So, who's going to play games with me? My mom and dad introduced me to a new card game last weekend called Phase 10. Kind of fun, especially when my mom and I gang up on my dad.....who has a reputation for always winning. ;)

Come on everybody, pull up a chair round the table. Huh...Mario...wait! Oh noooo....ok, who wants to play 52 card pickup. :rolleyes:

[Corinna]

Hi all I'll take a drink something strong please. Its been a long day and a longer night before.
I get home yesterday afternoon to find a note the land lord wants me out (after 11 yrs. ) by the end of the month. I'm deperssed over this of course and then at 10 pm My daughter calls her hubby had wigged out. totally lost time and facts of the day. thought it was January. So off to the boonies to get him (hopefully) in to the car and to the hospital. Hes so agreeable it scares me. after tons of tests inculding a spinal they think it has some thing to do with all the head injureis hes had. The migraine head ache just blocked something. after a shot of something to take care of the headache he starts getting clearer . So at 3am they let him go so I went home . fell on the couch in my clothes slept for 3 hrs. and showered went to work.
Got home and called a friend who has a small rental thats empty to see if I could rent it for a month or 2 Till I have a new place. Hubby gets home and tommorrow we are going to look at a place double the size of this one (also double the price) also a huge shop(no more wood working in the house!!!) the don't care about pets!!!!:) :) :) :)
So all is working out but I'm pooped so I'm off to bed as soonas my jeans get in the dryer

[gini]

Hey guys, why didn't you warn me? The phone just rang and it was the grocery store. They want to know why ALL of the bananas in the produce section are peeled!!

MARIO???? Would you happen to know anything about that?

I think we ought to start a thread for Richard. We miss him! Boy he must really be going through withdrawal - or he is getting a lot of work done.

When my computer went down - I couldn't believe how much more "real" work I accomplished.

Who made these mar ga RITAS!! WOW! Think I had better sit a spell - nachos and chili.......thanks Slick.........this will fill up the little spaces and hopefully absorb some of the Mar GAR RITA!!!

RedHead - congratulations - you know that we all brag about how much we drink - but just remember - they are all cyber drinks.

:D :D

[slick]

Hi everyone....
Been a long day for me to...only been home since 9pm.

This blonde/grey chick hasn't a clue what's been going on and right now all I want to do is sit down with good friends and share a laugh or two.

...but wait Gini....we are on the West Coast and all the East Coasters are sleeping now.......hee hee.....let's rock the house down. :D :D

Corinna...I'm sorry about all of your troubles. Please check in tomorrow and let us know how you are doing.

Laurie...still waiting for that PM....

[Oggyflute]

Any nachos and chili left?

Just stay a minute then have to race home, shopuld be back drinking in an hour or so. Maybe something to settle the dust for the trip home.

I know what those are Mario, it's allright buddy, think I'll just grab my own beer.:D

[slick]

Help yourself Trev...although I can pretty much guarantee that I'm going to be sawing logs by the time you get back. Yup...apparently I do snore.... :eek:
Anyway, the chili is in the crock pot and I'll leave it on in case you want more later.

OK...so I'm thinking that we get a group together for a UK trip in 2006, why not travel to AuzzieLand in 2007??? :D

[RICHARD]

hi everyone....
I stopped in for a moment.....

I miss you all terribly....

It's a long story and I am trying to be happy about things.

I want to say DONE! to you all and will take on any challengers for my Slushie title....


I may have to step down as the slushie king...

Slushies on the deck, Lost Angeles in the middle of July
at a PT BBQ give me an unfair advantage.:rolleyes:

[Oggyflute]

Originally posted by slick
Help yourself Trev...although I can pretty much guarantee that I'm going to be sawing logs by the time you get back. Yup...apparently I do snore.... :eek:
Anyway, the chili is in the crock pot and I'll leave it on in case you want more later.

OK...so I'm thinking that we get a group together for a UK trip in 2006, why not travel to AuzzieLand in 2007??? :D

Why not indeed! It's a top spot and I do a pretty mean BBQ.:D

[Corinna]

Morning all I feel much better after some sleep. More in perpective,I guess i"m ready for a new adventure in a new place. Finding one that will allow 3 dogs and 3 cats will be the challange. Well off to work , I'll let you know about the house after I see it and find out more.
Thanks Slick for all your support .

[gini]

Richard step down as the Slushie King?

I DON'T THINK SO!!

You have no competition....................it will never happen!

[gini]

Corinna - good luck in finding a new home.

I hope it goes smoothly for you. We will save a prime spot on the sofa and keep the embers hot - so you can come back and rest a while when you need.

[slick]

Richard, you are still Slushy King to me....
It's just that you were not available yesterday and my slushies...well they don't measure up at all to yours. So Alec had to step in temporarily.

Corinna, glad to hear you are feeling better. Things happen for a reason and you just wait...something even better awaits you right around the next corner.:)

[dukedogsmom]

Originally posted by slick
OK...so I'm thinking that we get a group together for a UK trip in 2006, why not travel to AuzzieLand in 2007??? :D
If you're going to do that, then I'd much rather save my money. Been wanting to go there a long time. I love the accents. Maybe I could nab an Australian man :D

[lbaker]

OK, who is new here? You owe us a joke.. here's one to start you off. Mind you, this one may be risky.. even in "THE DOGHOUSE". But ".can't help myself.. love you [all] and nobody else" "What did two saggy boobs say to each other?
.... if we didn't have any support here they would think we were NUTS!"
:eek: :o OK, am I banned in Boston??

[gini]

Banned? No!

Booed? Yes!:D :D

[slick]

OK, am I banned in Boston??
Don't know but wait until I consult the Poor Richard's Almanac...:D :D :D

[Corinna]

Well the guy wasn't home to show the house so we'll see about tommorrow.
Not to worried yet . If we do get this one I wil have my own office and family room . Tim will have his own family room to. Plus a shop big enough to pull a semi in . Pray the guy will rent it to us.
Not a bad day at work either had a surprize hubby rode his Gold wing up and had lunch with me and 6 crazy women.

[catland]

Sorry I've been absent - I've had a busy day. We just re-rented our house (that we bought to be a rental) to a very nice woman with one cat.:D

What made everything extra special was that her check for the first month's rent/deposit was made out to me, and not my husband (like the last two tenants always did). I never thought this bothered me until I saw that check in my name - and I'm very lucky to have a husband who doesn't have issues about something like this.

Then to top things off, I stopped at the grocery store and picked up some beer (real, not cyber ;) ) and guess what - I was CARDED!!!!

(for anyone keeping track, I'll be 49 in June - that's human years, not dog years).

So now that I've had the best day of my life - I'll have one of Richard's slushies - I don't care who makes it.:D :D


Corrina - I wish you the best of luck with finding a rental of your own.

[Oggyflute]

Your age was checked at 49.:eek:

Wow mate, you got to be happy with that.:D

It's the start of a long weekend downunder. We celebrate ANZAC day on Monday (as does Carole in NZ). So might just start of with a beer to commemorate all the brave "diggers" of Australia & New Zealand.:)

[lbaker]

OK Trev, pony up here.. what's ANZAC day (sounds like a drug) and what is a "digger"?? Maybe by the time we do a PT Meeting down under we will actually understand the lingo?? ;) You know, all that "dunny door" etc :D

[Killearn Kitties]

You and Trev just don't speak the same language, do you Laurie? :D I think ANZAC day celebrates the first major engagement of Australian and New Zealand troops during WWI at Gallipoli (and what does "pony up" mean anyway????!!)

[gini]

Laurie talks funny doesn't she??:D But we love her just the same.

Pony Up? It means contribute - do your part - pay up..........I guess it is British in origin.

Waaayyyy to early here to be thinking about a drink - so a large coffee would be nice. I'll start a fresh pot.

[lbaker]

Oh pshaw, you think I "talk funny" now? Wait until September 19 .. International Talk Like a Pirate Day [stow that new-fangled jaw waggin' ye gobs!!] :eek: You ain't heard nothing yet :D Gini, in honor of an upcoming trip to Ireland please allow me to sprinkle some Bailey's over your coffee ;)

[Killearn Kitties]

Well, shiver me timbers, I'll join you in some of that coffee and Baileys. September 19 is a Monday. Can we fly the Jolly Roger in the bar on the nearest Thursday?

[lbaker]

We have and we will matey.. after all "graba a face risipa" as the Romanians would say :rolleyes: Just ask Tom the Cat ;)

[Killearn Kitties]

Excuse me? Hmm, you were right Gini, Laurie does talk funny. Now let me just find my Romanian phrase book ...

[slick]

OMD Gini...what the heck were you doing up so early? Were the orangies complaining about empty bowls??

OK so we've got Oggy and Laurie talking like an Auzzie pirate, we've got Gini riding a pony and Karen is taken that Anzac drug. The things I miss so early in the morning. This is all way to much to take in to early.

A new batch of Bailey's is on the bar, help yourself. Richard didn't check in last night???:confused:

Julie...you were carded???:eek:
On the other end of that scale, when I went to the Pet Expo here in Vancouver I joked that I had grey hair and could I get in for the pensioner's rate? She said sure...so I saved myself 2 bucks.;) :D

Weather is hot here again today so I'm just going to grab a big bottle of ice water.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Hi, everyone!
Sorry to have missed the party this week. I was busy dodging tornados. Kansas had 18 yesterday and one took a bead on our town. Lukily it went south of us.

I'm just going to grab 4 cat nip teas for the cats and a cherry limeade for myself. Tornado or no, they must have their treat! :D

The weather is so odd. Yesterday it was in the 80s, today it's in the 50s. No wonder we had twisters!

Mario are you being a good boy? Hmmm????? Somehow, I doubt THAT!
;) :D

[lbaker]

Actually Mario is behaving pretty well today. I think he's making up for getting kicked out of the grocery store when he and I were restocking the bar food on Wednesday :rolleyes: Here in the mid-Atlantic we too went from 80 to 50 but no tornado threats or sightings thank doG. Earthquakes and hurricanes I've dealt with but I think a tornado would truly freak me out. Hunker on over while I fix the tea and limeade... SEE! Mario is even giving you some of his special stash of cherries :D

[slick]

Good morning Connie....I'm sure glad you and the furry ones are safe and sound.

I'll go and put on the kettle for the tea. Have a seat and relax.

[lbaker]

Well wouldn't you know, Slick & I get to fight over who gets your tea :p FOOD FIGHT FOOD FIGHT :D

[momoffuzzyfaces]

WOW! I AM honored! Mario doesn't share his stash of cherries very often!

I think I'll park in front of the fire and take a nap while the tea is brewing! I'm really tired today! Wake me if I snore too loud! I hope I'm out of range of the FOOD FIGHT!:D

[catland]

Good morning everyone. Its an absolutely beautiful day here in the rose city. We've had non-stop rain for a month - but the good news is that western Oregon is no longer in danger of a summer drought:eek:

I brought some of my tulips in from my garden. They are currently at their exquisite best:D I'll just put them in a vase and set them on the counter.

momo - YIKES - be careful out there.

[slick]

FOOD FIGHT FOOD FIGHT
:D :D OMD, not in here! If we start, and Mario joins in, can you imagine the mess we would make? Richard would have a fit! LOL
Tell you what, the kettle is boiling so you can make the CNT and we'll both serve it up.....Momma always told me to share....

Julie, those tulips are beautiful. Thanks for bringing them in. No Mario, there are not for eating....:rolleyes:
We've had gorgeous weather all week and I heard it's going to get up to 70 this weekend. :) Glad to here about your drought situation. I'm sure our water restrictions will start next month.

[davidpizzica]

Originally posted by momoffuzzyfaces
Hi, everyone!
Sorry to have missed the party this week. I was busy dodging tornados. Kansas had 18 yesterday and one took a bead on our town. Lukily it went south of us.

I'm just going to grab 4 cat nip teas for the cats and a cherry limeade for myself. Tornado or no, they must have their treat! :D

The weather is so odd. Yesterday it was in the 80s, today it's in the 50s. No wonder we had twisters!

Mario are you being a good boy? Hmmm????? Somehow, I doubt THAT!
;) :D Connie, the weather sure is weird! In Pittsburgh this weekend they are talking about the potential for some S S SNOW! And at the end of April, no less!

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Originally posted by david p
Connie, the weather sure is weird! In Pittsburgh this weekend they are talking about the potential for some S S SNOW! And at the end of April, no less! Gee! David, I can't believe this weird weather! You don't need to feel the need to share that snow with us though, ok? ;)

We are to have lows in the 30s for the next few days as it is. At least no tornados with it!

Best get the cnts to my critters. They have formed a picket line and are marching around the computer with signs saying, "mawmee is unfair!" and "we want cnt!"

Mario, thanks for sharing your cherries. You didn't take them out of your diaper though, did you?:eek: :D

[slick]

Lunchtime here and I'm sick of eating healthy.....I've eaten so much salad, I'm beginning to look like a rabbit.

Today is Fat Friday and guess what I'm cooking us for lunch??

Burgers with the works
Chili Cheeze Fries
Onion Rings
Smokies with the works
Deep Fried Prawns

Dig in people. After all, this is cyber and you won't gain an ounce......:D

Oh yeah and Richard reminded me that next week will be our 2-yr anniversary - #104.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Originally posted by slick
Lunchtime here and I'm sick of eating healthy.....I've eaten so much salad, I'm beginning to look like a rabbit.

Today is Fat Friday and guess what I'm cooking us for lunch??

Burgers with the works
Chili Cheeze Fries
Onion Rings
Smokies with the works
Deep Fried Prawns

Dig in people. After all, this is cyber and you won't gain an ounce......:D

Oh yeah and Richard reminded me that next week will be our 2-yr anniversary - #104. OOOOO!!!
I'll grab a buger with everything and some onion rings with cheeze, please! And a Alka Seltzer chaser!

YUMMY!!!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO US!!!:D

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Sounds yummy Slick! At least I stuck to Fat Friday in real life. I had pastrami with grilled onions and BBQ sauce on ciabata (?) bread. Yuuuum-my! It's been a busy few days here - unexpectedly - but it's almost quittin' time here, so I'll start on my pitcher of slushies now if you all don't mind. Red this week, please. :D

Wow, 2 years of Thursdays!?! :eek:

[slick]

LOLOLOLOL Here's your Alka Seltzer Connie.
Plop, plop, fizz, fizz
Oh what a relief it is....

Debbie, pitcher of red slushies, DONE! Don't feel bad, at least you had one serving of vegetables in your sammie....

[Killearn Kitties]

Oh could I have some of that wicked food please, Slick? So long as it's cyber (like the drinks) it's OK!

All the best to all of yoyu experienceing bad weather. I hope it goes away soon!

No food fights please!! I've washed enough guacamole off the walls in my time. No more!!

[slick]

Originally posted by Killearn Kitties
Oh could I have some of that wicked food please, Slick? So long as it's cyber (like the drinks) it's OK!
You bet Karen. Just help yourself. All the fixin's are over on the bar. DONE! :)

[Oggyflute]

ooh, ooh, chili cheese fries!!!, must have, must have. :D


Just delicious Slick, .............aaagh..............(excuse me a minute while I have a Homer moment).........................:D

Now what to do drink? Hmm I think a schooner of draught beer will hit the spot.:)

(psst, anyone want some ANZAC biscuits?)

[lbaker]

psst back.. if your ANZAC biscuits are anything like my "special" brownies pass 'em on over :D

[RICHARD]

hey everyone....

what is cooking?

Hi Mario! Hi gang!

All this talk of weather has me thinking.......

What would everyone want for weather?

I am putting together some drinks so if anyone is around....

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Originally posted by RICHARD
hey everyone....

what is cooking?

Hi Mario! Hi gang!

All this talk of weather has me thinking.......

What would everyone want for weather?

I am putting together some drinks so if anyone is around.... Hey! Barkeep! How's it shakin? :D

I'll have a red slushie if you have one handy.

I got a chuckle earlier. I opened a can of sliced black olives (yep, for nachos). Guess what brand they were?
MARIO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I didn't know the little fellow had his own olive company. Must be how he can afford all the cherries and beer he consumes!
:D

[RedHedd]

Originally posted by RICHARD
What would everyone want for weather? No more RAIN! It's raining (again :rolleyes: ) in San Francisco. I'm SO tired of it! Some sort of sunshine drink would be perfect! A tequila sunrise?

[Oggyflute]

Originally posted by lbaker
psst back.. if your ANZAC biscuits are anything like my "special" brownies pass 'em on over :D

Absolutely:D That oatmeal is pretty good stuff.:D

I can give everyone some of the lovely sunshine from down under if you want. It's a beautiful day here.

Might just have a Pimms.

[slick]

Well, I've been out all day and here it is another Sat night I'm home....nothing on TV, the cats have been fed and brushed, so now it's Pet Talk time.

Hi Trev. What are ANZAC biscuits???? Hmmmmm...Pimms...I used to drink that decades ago. Just look behind the bar and I'm sure there's some in stock. BTW...Trevelle says HI to Uncle Trevor.

Laurie....I used to make those same brownies in the 60's. ;)

Richard....thanks for checking in. :)

Connie...too funny. If Mario can spit cherry pits, imagine what he can do to olive pits???

The weather here all week has been like summer. Today our high was 72 and it's supposed to get warmer as the week progresses.

I guess this week, we should drag out that BBQ and clean it off.

[Oggyflute]

Here's a recipie Slick, I think Trevelle would like them, give her a hug from me.

Traditional Anzac Biscuits

Anzac biscuits received their name during the First World War. Up until that time people had been baking “Soldier’s biscuits” for the troops, based on a recipe derived from the Scottish oat cake. The main feature was that no eggs were used otherwise the biscuits would spoil on the long journey to the front.

These were renamed as Anzac biscuits after the campaign at Gallipoli.

Degree of difficulty: Low

You need:

There are literally thousands of variations of this recipe used throughout the country. We have listed the ‘dry ingredients’ which can be mixed together first and then the two processes involving heat and wet ingredients.

Traditional biscuits

'Wet ingredients' - 1
125 grams butter
2 tablespoons golden syrup

'Wet ingredients' - 2
1 tablespoon boiling water
1 teaspoon baking soda

Dry ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup coconut
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar



Method:

Mix all the dry ingredients together in a large bowl. In a saucepan gently melt the butter then add the golden syrup and heat, stirring until thoroughly combined. Put the baking soda in a cup or small bowl then pour in the boiling tablespoon of water.

Pour this foaming mixture into the warm butter/golden syrup mixture and stir to incorporate - it will foam up. Now gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring well to incorporate.

Place walnut size pieces of the dough on a buttered oven tray and then press down with the back of a fork to flatten.

Bake at 175 degrees C for approx 17 mins.

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