I love Rye Bread.......but I do not have a good recipe for it. There is a great deli in Edison, New Jersey actually celebritydeli.com
They will overnight the best rye bread you ever had. I know it's a little extreme....but I will try to cruise the net and my cookbooks and look for a recipe for you.
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posted on April 11, 2001 02:37:59 PM new
Just a cute little smile for you all here.....Have you seen the new Pepsi commercial with Britney Spears, and Bob Dole?
It is so cool, Dad loves it. Dad loves Britney Spears I think....LOL
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posted on April 11, 2001 02:56:46 PM new
Hello all! citygirl: Sorry to hear about the car. It's always a bummer to have things not work when one is expecting them to. I have been having a week like that.
Went to the dentist last week and a surface cavity turned out to be the start of a root canal which in turn didn't take and I had to have emergency dental done yesturday.
The weather stinks and since the dress has been done I can't figure out where or what project to start on next. Any ideas? Maybe baking rye bread. <giggle>
Send a dose of chicken pox this way. My oldest had it 5 times before she finally got it bad enough to quit. The last time she got them 2 weeks later the twins got them and 2 weeks later the 2 year old and 2 weeks later the baby. Sounds like the flu bug that went around here a month or so ago. 6 weeks later I finally have no sick kids. The 6th kid had them a couple years ago but little one hasn't. They did give her the shot but I don't know how reliable that is.
Well all it's off to soccer practice, McDonalds, pick up the oldest from track and find the church for the last AWANA's of the year. Hope you all have a great evening and Happy Easter (in case I don't get back here before then). Thank for the smiles!!!!! http://www.homestead.com/mainelymontanacrafts/index.html
posted on April 11, 2001 03:34:19 PM new
What is everyone doing for Easter? We will do the Easter Sunrise Service and then have an egg hunt with the kids, and weather permitting a picnic. Whats Easter without Ham???
posted on April 11, 2001 05:45:02 PM new
DadnMom,
That was cute.
I do not have any idea how to make bread, but rye, sure does sound good to me! I love bread, especially homemade. YUM
posted on April 11, 2001 06:58:13 PM new
dadnmom-Thanks for the cute story, it made me smile! It reminded me of another day when my car broke down, this is a true story. I used to drive a 79 Volare (best car I ever had) so one day it wouldn't start. Often, I had to go under the hood and open the choke manually so I did this but the battery was drained from many unsuccessful attempts at starting the car. My girlfriend was over so we decided to push my car into the road and jump it with her car. Of course, this is all in the dead of winter with ice several inches thick on the ground. Have you ever tried to push a car with no traction? It was not easy but after we used an entire bag of salt, we were able to at least get moving a little. Now, 2 of my friends were over-one of whom is very thin and petite so we decided she should steer and my other friend and I would push. Well after many minutes of all out exertion, we still couldn't budge the vehicle and we were beginning to think it was hopeless-then my friend poked her head out the car window and said "Can I take my foot off the brake now?!"
Now I've made myself smile! Broken car update- my fiancee is home and he thinks the problem is a dead battery so tomorrow we'll get cables and see what happens then.
Thanks to all for keeping me smiling (even if I was gritting my teeth) through this difficult day.
Citygirl
I've always been crazy, but it's kept me from going insane!
posted on April 11, 2001 07:03:30 PM new
OOPS-didn't mean to leave you guys out-
forshoppin-Hi! If you are bored I could think of lots of projects for you-lol!
jtw-Now you have made me want to get the bread machine out and make some sourdough-my favorite! Btw, your Easter sounds wonderful! I think we have to go up North to see family so we will not even be able to go to our home church Oh well, life goes on!
Happy Easter to all-just in case I don't get back here!
Citygirl
I've always been crazy, but it's kept me from going insane!
posted on April 11, 2001 08:32:03 PM new
We always have ham also, but I do not like ham! I guess, we have it anyway because of tradition. Two of my kids won't even touch meat, and the other two really do not care much for it, either! My husband loves it, but does that count? LOL
We don't do the Easter egg hunt anymore, my husband is trying to finish up tax returns, so we aren't really planning much! Oh well, at least I don't have to clean the house for company! So I am happy!
posted on April 12, 2001 02:29:43 PM new
forshoppin: If you need a project, I think I can help you out...come over anytime. LOL. Sure hope your mouth feels better today. Why is it that no matter what is wrong when you go the dentist....it end up that you need a root canal? Five times with chicken pox...yuck. That doesn't sound like much fun. Sure sounds like you had a busy day. Hope you enjoy your Easter.
jtw74: We don't do much for Easter actually. Dad's daughter is with her mom, but we send her a little basket of goodies. My son is grown, and I send him a basket of goodies. Food....well we eat most things, but with this meat 'scare only' thing we are doing lots and lots of pastas, Mexican food, veggie dishes, healthy stuff. Although we celebrate Passover we are not kosher, and love ham. Yams, corn bread, ham, green beans, mashed potatoes, salad....yummy.
deichen: I do not know how to bake bread either, but I love homemade bread. A cute little aside: when I was a new bride (many century's ago), I had my turn at making bread. I followed the directions. It said cover and put in a dark place for how many ever hours to raise. Well I took it literally - and the only dark place I could think of was under the bathroom sink in this tiny apartment we started out in. LOL When I went to retrieve the dough...it had risen and covered everything under the sink, even the pipes.
Citygirl1: Your car story was funny (although at the time I am sure it wasn't)...I can see that too. Having lived in Jersey I know what it is like.....ouch! I am sure you all laugh about it now. Hope you got your battery fixed today.
Wishing all a Happy Passover, and a Happy Easter !!!
A little levity for today:
> > MEAN MOMS
> > Someday when my children are old enough to understand the logic that
> > motivates a parent, I will tell them:
> >
> > I loved you enough ... to ask where you were going, with whom, and what
> > time you would be home.
> > I loved you enough ... to insist that you save your money and buy things
> > for yourself even though I could afford to buy them for you.
> > I loved you enough ... to be silent and let you discover that your new
> > best friend was a creep.
> > I loved you enough ... to make you go pay for the bubble gum you had
> taken
> > and tell the clerk,
> > "I stole this yesterday and want to pay for it."
> > I loved you enough ... to stand over you for two hours while you cleaned
> > your room, a job that should have taken 15 minutes.
> > I loved you enough ... to let you see anger, disappointment, and tears
in
> > my eyes. Children must learn that their parents aren't perfect.
> > I loved you enough ... to let you assume the responsibility for your
> > actions even when the penalties were so harsh they almost broke my
heart.
> >
> > But most of all,
> > I loved you enough ... to say NO when I knew you would hate me for it.
> > Those were the most difficult battles of all. I'm glad I won them,
> because
> > in the end you won, too. And someday when your children are old enough
> to
> > understand the logic that motivates parents, you will tell them...
> >
> >
> > Was your Mom mean? I know mine was. We had the meanest mother in the
> > whole world! While other kids ate candy for breakfast, we had to have
> > cereal, eggs, and toast. When
> > others had a Pepsi and a Twinkie for lunch, we had to eat sandwiches.
> And
> > you can guess our mother fixed us a dinner that was different from what
> > other kids had, too.
> >
> > Mother insisted on knowing where we were at all times. You'd think we
> > were convicts in a prison. She had to know who our friends were, and
> > what we were doing with them. She insisted that if we said we would be
> > gone for an hour, we would be gone for an hour or less.
> >
> > We were ashamed to admit it, but she had the nerve to break the Child
> > Labor Laws by making us work. We had to wash the dishes, make the beds,
> > learn to cook, vacuum the floor, do laundry, empty the trash and all
> sorts
> > of cruel jobs. I think she would lie awake at night thinking of more
> > things for us to do.
> >
> > She always insisted on us telling the truth the whole truth, and nothing
> > but the truth. By the time we were teenagers, she could read our minds.
> > Then, life was really tough! Mother wouldn't let our friends just honk
> > the horn when they drove up. They had to come up to the door so she
> could
> > meet them.
> >
> > While everyone else could date when they were 12 or 13 we had to wait
> > until we were 16.
> > Because of our mother we missed out on lots of things other kids
> > experienced. None of us have ever been caught shoplifting, vandalizing
> > other's property, or ever arrested for any crime.
> >
> > It was all her fault. Now that we have left home, we are
> > all educated, honest adults. We are doing our best to be mean parents
> > just like Mom was. I think that is what's wrong with the
> > world today. It just doesn't have enough mean moms.
> >
> > PASS THIS ON TO ALL THE MEAN MOTHERS YOU KNOW.
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posted on April 13, 2001 10:46:37 PM new
Well, Better Late than Never!
We were so very busy today, and are just now settling down for a long nites rest.
But, I did especially want to share Happy Easter Wishes with all of you! Have A FUN Day with your families.
Since my son lives in New Jersey, and I won't get to give him a hug, I was hoping Sunday, someone would give an extra hug to one of their kids for me. Thanks
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posted on April 14, 2001 10:10:16 PM new
Well, the car is fixed! My fiancee fixed it and it was something really dumb some sort of connector on the battery had gone bad and he ran out and got a new one for like $2. YAY for me-so glad it wasn't something major but it goes to show how mechanically challenged I am! Thanks to all of you for letting me vent here!
Happy Easter to all!!!!
Citygirl
I've always been crazy, but it's kept me from going insane!
posted on April 15, 2001 02:06:53 PM new
Citygirl1:
So glad you got your car fixed. Also glad it did not cost you a fortune. Lucky! I am also car fixing challenged....which is not good, puts me at the mercey of the car repair people that see me coming.....(
My friend this to me today...Hope it perks everyone up, and A Happy Easter Day to all.
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All We Know about Life can be learned from the Easter Bunny!
1) - Don't put all your eggs in one basket.
2) - Walk softly and carry a big carrot.
3) - Everyone needs a friend who is all ears.
4) - There's no such thing as too much candy.
5) - All work and no play can make you a basket case.
6) - A cute little tail attracts a lot of attention.
7) - Everyone is entitled to a bad hare day.
8) - Let happy thoughts multiply like rabbits.
9) - Keep you paws off other people's jellybeans.
10) - Good things come in small-sugar coated packages.
11) - The grass is greener in someone else's basket.
12) - An Easter bonnet can tame even the wildest hare.
13) - To show your true colors you have to come out of the shell.
14) - The best things in life are still sweet and gooey.
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posted on April 16, 2001 12:31:24 AM new
Ok. Its been over a month now since "Say something nice day" ended. On top of that, Easter is now over as well. So what do you say we turn this into say something not so nice day and get this stupid thread off of here? There.... I feel better now.
posted on April 16, 2001 09:08:22 AM new
tomwiii: Yes very happy now. So nice to have a new person say booga. That's one thing you never get tired of hearing.
Your elevator story is is an oldie but a goodie, and I sure send it right back your way. So with these smiles in place.....hope your day goes well, and that you can let go of the small things that bother you.
bartolocolon40: Oh my....over a month of saying Nice Things ! Yikes...I always knew that folks wanted to say and hear nice remarks instead of inflamatory, upsetting things all the time. Gosh, I don't know what Easter has to do with it other than we did wish people a nice Easter (we are Jewish), but I do know this thread was started for folks just like you - who NEED a smile in their life.
It sure worked, some of that anger must be gone by now, because you said
"I feel better now"
Yes, this thread works.....
Of over six thousand nine hundred posts in this area of AW, this is the one you find to share anger over? Grab a smile...Please.
We have plenty, and will make more as the day goes on.
You have a nice day ....
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[ edited by dadnmom on Apr 16, 2001 09:13 AM ] edited for just plain awful spelling!
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posted on April 16, 2001 08:36:47 PM new
THIS SHOULD BE AT THE ROUND TABLE, JUST LIKE THE AW MODERATORS TO LET THIS STAY WHERE AUCTION TALK IS SUPPOSED TO BE.
posted on April 17, 2001 07:02:42 AM new
Thank you! I have seen some other "harmless threads" quickly locked because they were not on an auction subject.
posted on April 17, 2001 10:44:55 PM new
I was so busy today and didn't get in here this morning.
So....let me wish you all a great day tomorrow, and may you find some sunshine along the way.
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posted on April 18, 2001 07:10:51 AM new
Good Morning Friends! I was afraid this wonderful thread would be locked before I could post! It is a beautiful day where I live. I love spring! New growth and life is all around! God is in His Heaven and it is well with my soul.
I did not forget your quest for a good rye bread recipe.... I have come across a few web-sites that are promising....I hope they will help (at least put you in the right direction for a good recipe for rye bread).
There is a site called (bread.com) It's at least a start...Rye bread recipes are difficult to find (for me anyway), but I did try. I typed rye bread in the search engine, then I tried bread recipes.......not much for rye.......I am sorry I couldn't help you more.
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posted on April 19, 2001 05:38:47 AM new
Just keeping this to the top
A beautiful, albeit cold, morning. Everything is in bloom. My dogwood tree is absolutely gorgeous this year full of white blossoms, my pear tree even bloomed for the first time in 5 years!
Here's hoping for warmer days so I can get out and walk, walk, walk to get better faster.
Can't say anything bad anymore, because to me and my family and friends, everyday is now a great day. It's great to be alive! It's great to get out of bed in the morning. Heck, I'm looking forward to washing all my 27 windows.. (not )
posted on April 19, 2001 09:36:07 AM new
Mtnmama,
Welcome back, glad you are feeling better. What a scare you had. Surely you jest about the windows. I am sure you should not be doing stuff like that for quite a while. Who cares about the windows anyway? Mine always have handprints (and the occasional thrown food) on them.
I just read the other chat and I agree with you 100%. The feedback system does need to be changed and the bidbay bucks are ridiculous, also about the begging for feedback. I had a topic about that, but like most of my posts, they get deleted . I am glad you spoke about these things.
posted on April 19, 2001 09:38:28 AM new
dadnmom,
I have been wanting to ask...why was the original paragraph that started this topic, deleted?
Have a wonderful day.
Really good to see you up, and around. I know it's been a rough haul for you. I hope your daughter and hubby are keeping you in tow. LOL....but, I doubt it.
Being ill really is a rough thing. How is all that walking working out? It's really important that you do it though. I should do more than I do, but never seem to find the time lately. Did you know if you go to the Sea World web page, you can watch Shamu swim around? Yep, and it's kind of fun...they call it their shamucam. If you visit the parks in California and Florida, they take your picture when you enter the park..and post them on the web page that night.
The weather here is a bit nippy (for Calif), but that's ok. High sixties later today I think, although it doesn't feel like it. I was trying to find a recipe for rye bread for jtw74, but was not able to find one. Did you see the prom dress that forshoppin finished? It is beautiful. allykat, hello from yesterday...Citygirl1, & deichen.
bartolocolon40 was kind enough to point out that this thread is over a month old. That's so cool that people have had nice things to say for that amount of time, and so nice of him to point it out, that I had to mention it , and say thank you again. You don't often find that kindness where people will take the time to help.
Have A Nice Day! I wish somewhere in everyone's Day some Sunshine Will Fall!
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posted on April 19, 2001 12:45:26 PM new
Hello all! I am so glad this thread is still here. One of the bright spots in my emails. I have been so busy I don't know whether I am coming or going. If any of you happen to see a crazed woman in a two-tone brown van drive by stop me and head me home.
The weather has been very strange but that doesn't stop track, tball or soccer. The visits to the dentist have been weekly but at least the dentist is very, very good looking! <giggle> And my teeth are starting to feel better and thus my mood has improved. The babysitter also managed to do the impossible and my baby is potty trained. Yippee!!!!!
However, that prom girl got her drivers license Monday and mom is having to adjust to that. What a strange sensation to let one of your children take a car. And I think the stranger thing is letting her siblings ride with her. Life sure can be interesting and a lot of fun.
deichen: I am glad someone else's windows have finger prints, nose prints and occassional food. Nothing like looking at the world through a smear or smudge!!!!!
Just listed some flannel quilts on my auctions. You can find the link to my crafts on my web page. My mother made these and they are wonderful.
posted on April 19, 2001 08:12:54 PM new
Hello all!! Well we actually saw some sunshine her in South Jersey today-I had forgotten what it looked like!
Mtnmama- I am so glad to see you are feeling a little better. My grandma went through that same problem about 3 years ago and she recovered quite nicely and has been ordering us all around ever since-just like she always did!! Make sure to listen to the Docs and I'm sure you will be feeling fine in no time! My fiancee and I have kept you in our prayers.
Dadnmom-Hi! I saw your posts on the "Say Something bad day" thread and you are just too cool!! I'm glad you don't take anyone's complaints and ravings personally. And you always make me smile
jtw-try going here for rye bread http://breadrecipe.com/az/germanryebread.asp
Have a great day everyone!!
I've always been crazy, but it's kept me from going insane!
This is way cool.... Citygirl1 left you a link for the RYE BREAD you were asking about.
"jtw-try going here for rye bread"
http://breadrecipe.com/az/germanryebread.asp
What a nice thing for her to do. WOW! Don't people make you feel good when you are down in the dumps?
deichen: LOL, well I was trying to change a mis-spelled word, and deleted it....however, it was absolutely very clever and witty....(:~)
Mtnmama: Less posting and MORE WALKING......told ya! told ya! Now I'm gonna scold ya! LOL
forshoppin: I remember the day my son got his license.....it was devastating to let him take the car alone for the first time. He was a senior in HS. They all went to Mickey D's for lunch. I have a sports car. It was raining, and he hydroplaned on the wet driveway. No kids hurt, but he hit his friends car. I asked the mom to let us know what the cost would be, but her cousin owned a repair shop, so she turned it in to the insurance co. Sons rates went up for a couple years, but that was a long time ago. Wait til the first time she isn't on time .... The worry's are just a blessing I guess. I know your more excited about the potty trained child....YEAH! What a sitter you have......
My son does not live at home, and I have a few fingerprints on the windows. Good luck with your daughter driving...don't get to nervous.
Well to all you wonderful people, I hope the sun shines down upon your day, and puts a smile into even the hardest of hearts.
As Jimminy Cricket says "Give a little whistle, Give a little Smile".
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posted on April 20, 2001 10:57:05 PM new
forshoppin-
I must apologize, apparently I was having a blonde day yesterday and I forgot to say hello! It's good to see you! Congrats on the potty training! I remember when I was first driving and I wish you the best of luck!
Smile everyone-it's Friday!
Citygirl
I've always been crazy, but it's kept me from going insane!
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Oh well, life goes on!
. I am glad you spoke about these things.