Topic: THE NEW NEIGHBORS (Read 48317 times)

Jane · « **Reply #210 on:** July 09, 2008, 03:54:26 PM »

Quote from: Ginny on July 09, 2008, 02:40:53 PM

Richard and I just returned from a spontaneous errand to the library where I used to work (the one where we met and where I met DR Elmore). Two people I hired (almost 30 years ago!) are still on the staff and one of them was working today. We had a delightful time catching up.

A week from tomorrow will the the 35th anniversary of my interview for the job there that brought me to Middletown right out of grad school.

Sweet story DR Ginny.

Ginny · « **Reply #211 on:** July 09, 2008, 03:58:32 PM »

Thanks, DR Jane. The woman who brought me here for that interview still lives in the building where Richard's mother lived. I'm thinking I should go visit her next Thursday.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #212 on:** July 09, 2008, 03:58:32 PM »

Quote from: Matt H. on July 09, 2008, 01:18:51 PM

I began my afternoon viewing with another CLOSER episode. This was the wonderful one where we first met Brenda's father (Barry Corbin) and also the one where she was being guarded by two sweet police officers Chad and Roy who are mothered by Brenda's mom (Frances Sternhagen).

I like this episode too! I hope Chad and Roy come back during this season.

Jane · « **Reply #213 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:05:30 PM »

DR Ginny, I bet she would enjoy a visit from you both. Did she introduce you?

George · « **Reply #214 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:08:16 PM »

~~~Continued Feel Better Vibes for MBarnum!!~~~

DearReaderLaura · « **Reply #215 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:08:24 PM »

Jose, I'm sorry you didn't have fun at Vacation Bible School. We always have a swell time. Even if it is a lot of work for the grownups.

Jane · « **Reply #216 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:11:43 PM »

Do the girls walk to school?

Ron Pulliam · « **Reply #217 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:13:19 PM »

Waxing Nostalgic...

"Look What They've Done To My Song, Ma"

Look what they've done to my song, Ma,
Look what they've done to my song.
Well it's the only thing that I could do half right
And it's turning out all wrong, Ma
Look what they've done to my song.

Look what they've done to my brain, Ma
Look what they've done to my brain
Well they picked it like a chicken bone
And I think I'm half insane, Ma
Look what they've done to my song.

Ginny · « **Reply #218 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:14:23 PM »

DR Laura - When DS Rob was in VBS, I wanted to help but could not (still can't) stand being in big groups of little kids. I volunteered to work in the kitchen, preparing the snacks for each class. I had a great time.

Ron Pulliam · « **Reply #219 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:16:37 PM »

Quote from: bk on July 09, 2008, 03:33:33 PM

I think I've decided what the next Kritzerland release will be - another limited edition soundtrack recording. I think 1000 copies - I don't know how many people will actually want it, but it sure would tickle me pink to do it, as the film is one of my guiltiest pleasures ever, even though I've only seen it once.

I think you can count on MY wanting it!

Ginny · « **Reply #220 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:18:03 PM »

Quote from: Jane on July 09, 2008, 04:05:30 PM

DR Ginny, I bet she would enjoy a visit from you both. Did she introduce you?

Not exactly, but she knew Richard's family. His younger brother and her younger son were classmates in high school.

Coincidentally, her name is Virginia, too.

DearReaderLaura · « **Reply #221 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:25:18 PM »

My mom always made the snacks. They miss her in the kitchen.

DearReaderLaura · « **Reply #222 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:25:42 PM »

Quote from: Jane on July 09, 2008, 04:11:43 PM

Do the girls walk to school?

Which girls?

George · « **Reply #223 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:26:42 PM »

Quote from: bk on July 09, 2008, 03:33:33 PM

I think I've decided what the next Kritzerland release will be - another limited edition soundtrack recording. I think 1000 copies - I don't know how many people will actually want it, but it sure would tickle me pink to do it, as the film is one of my guiltiest pleasures ever, even though I've only seen it once.

Ooo!! I wonder what it could be.

George · « **Reply #224 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:30:14 PM »

Quote from: bk on July 09, 2008, 03:33:33 PM

I think I've decided what the next Kritzerland release will be - another limited edition soundtrack recording. I think 1000 copies - I don't know how many people will actually want it, but it sure would tickle me pink to do it, as the film is one of my guiltiest pleasures ever, even though I've only seen it once.

I just noticed that BK posted this at exactly 03:33:33!

Just had to share.

Cillaliz · « **Reply #225 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:38:36 PM »

Quote from: JRand57 on July 09, 2008, 07:07:21 AM

I received a letter today telling me that my Economic Stimulus check should be received by July 11.......

I got my letter yesterday saying the same thing.

Cillaliz · « **Reply #226 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:39:23 PM »

Quote from: Jennifer on July 09, 2008, 07:20:34 AM

DR Cillaliz, you are right. MTV.com shows the full episodes of the legally blonde show online (only problem is you cannot view it from canada).

Well, you could weekly make a run for the border

Cillaliz · « **Reply #227 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:42:30 PM »

Quote from: Ron Pulliam on July 09, 2008, 08:37:56 AM

Collards came to mind because when Scout and Jem first spied Dill, he was spying on them from inside his Aunt Stephanie's collard patch.

There really aren't any other food references I can recall, but it was during the depression and in the deep south. I'm sure some depression-era recipes can be found via Google.

What did Atticus receive as payment was it potatoes or was it walnuts. Gees I don't remember, but it's a food reference

Jane · « **Reply #228 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:43:37 PM »

DR Jennifer,3, 5 & 7-I love those ages.

The situation does have the potential to be awkward, especially since you were caught off guard. You say you would never charge for family, this family may wish to be considered as such now she lives so close to you. She may also feel hesitant to mention money up front. If you expect something I think you should let her know beforehand.

Do you want a semi-regular babysitting job? If so discuss money. If you aren’t sure, go ahead & sit without mentioning money & see what happens. You can decide to accept the money, if offered, or not. I would make it clear at the time what your future intentions are. If you plan to sit when possible, or only if she is in a bind. If she doesn’t offer anything & she asks you to sit again, you can then mention wanting payment if you sit more often.

It really comes down to whether or not you want to sit these children. I suppose you won’t know until you do it once.

Did that help?

Jane · « **Reply #229 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:44:09 PM »

Quote from: DearReaderLaura on July 09, 2008, 04:25:42 PM

Which girls?

The Goldstein girls next door.

Jane · « **Reply #230 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:45:31 PM »

Quote from: Ginny on July 09, 2008, 04:14:23 PM

DR Laura - When DS Rob was in VBS, I wanted to help but could not (still can't) stand being in big groups of little kids. I volunteered to work in the kitchen, preparing the snacks for each class. I had a great time.

I don't know how I would feel about it today, but I just loved going to school with the children & always enjoyed their birthday parties.

Cillaliz · « **Reply #231 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:45:43 PM »

Quote from: Ron Pulliam on July 09, 2008, 10:44:15 AM

During my college years, a group of friends and I would travel into Asheville NC and go to a place called "The Rathskeller" (original, what?!!) where we experienced our first tastes of wonderful deli-styled sandwiches.

It was where I encountered my first Reuben sandwich! Each sandwich was served with a dill pickle spear and hot German potato salad.

I've LONGED to taste that wonderful potato salad over the years, but have never attempted to replicate it. I have, however, found this recipe. It sounds a bit artery-distressing, but it also sounds marvelous, too.

German Potato Salad

Ingredients:
12 slices bacon
2 sliced hard cooked eggs
6 cups hot diced cooked potatoes
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup vinegar
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
chopped parsley for garnish

Preparation:
Dice 6 slices of the bacon. Fry diced bacon along with the 6 whole slices in a heavy skillet. Remove whole slices to drain on paper towels; set aside.

Combine sugar, cornstarch, salt, vinegar, and water; slowly add to diced bacon and bacon grease in the skillet, cooking and stirring constantly over medium heat until thickened. Pour over hot potatoes and eggs; add green onions and toss lightly to mix. Garnish with bacon slices and a little chopped parsley; serve hot.

German potato salad serves 6.

I made 50 pounds of German Potato Salad for an Octoberfest one year. I didn't volunteer to do it the next year, but man did it go fast

Jane · « **Reply #232 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:51:45 PM »

A woman I know received a call from a woman at her church. The 2nd church member received the 1st church member's Economic Stimulus check in the same envelope as hers.

The only similarity is the town & zip, names and streets are completely different.

It was a lucky coincidence the 2nd woman knew the 1st woman.

Cillaliz · « **Reply #233 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:55:19 PM »

AWK! I have so much to do...tonight has to be a working evening.

Cillaliz · « **Reply #234 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:56:41 PM »

When I spoke at the immigration study group this morning they gave be a multicultural goody bag as a thank you. Dutch almond pastries, Dutch chocolates, tortillas, Mexican cookies and Mexican candies. It was really a fun gift.

Jane · « **Reply #235 on:** July 09, 2008, 04:59:49 PM »

The package sounds yummy.

DearReaderLaura · « **Reply #236 on:** July 09, 2008, 05:00:45 PM »

That is very odd, Jane.

I have borrowed car seats in my car now, so we go for breakfast (which they don't eat), then go to Bible School. Afterwards, I take them to their daycare. I did not want to babysit every afternoon this week. I have no toys or television to occupy them, plus, DS sleeps days and works nights.

Ginny · « **Reply #237 on:** July 09, 2008, 05:12:24 PM »

DR Cillaliz - the appreciation gift sounds very creative and I'm glad the group had the manners to give you something. Even though speaking to groups is part of my job and I can't accept money, I've often been surprised when I don't even receive a thank-you note.

DERBRUCER · « **Reply #238 on:** July 09, 2008, 05:15:51 PM »

Quote from: George on July 09, 2008, 01:19:30 PM

My mom (who IS German) makes a hot German potato salad and this sounds just like it...or at least, very similar. The cooked bacon is standard.

You can give it a neat southern twist by adding some finely cut Smithfield ham (usually when you carve a Smthfield ham, you end up with lots of tiny strings of ham which work really well).

der Brucer

bk · « **Reply #239 on:** July 09, 2008, 05:21:41 PM »

I think I'm gonna do this limited edition. Going to get my designer all the stuff over the weekend.

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