Our First Saturday Night Cocktail Party!

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Posted by Theresa111 • 9/21/09
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You all are formally invited to write a blog for this Saturday,September 26, 2009, describing what you plan to wear, which recipes you will be bringing to share with our guests, along with a photo. Plus if you do not have a blog you can post a smallish photo right at the party. We want you to bring an appetizer, treats and friends. You will be encouraged to link your Saturday post so all can see your (photos of clothes) party frocks, or just the recipes of your drinks for the party.

Please pass the word and bring new members to Half Hour Meals. They can be your party guests. Let's see what a BUZZ we can create come party time.

8PM to 11PM (EST) or later, if things are going strong. We'll share a good time and get to introduce ourselves.

cocktail party, Meeting Our Members, Saturday Night

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MakeRoux (9/21/09)

I cannot wait for this event! I'm so excited to see what deliciousness everyone has to offer!

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  Theresa111 (9/22/09)
  
  So am I. This is a cool way to get other members to mingle so we can get to know each other.
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MakeRoux (9/22/09)

I'm a little bummed that I have company over Sat. night!!! I am going to have to excuse myself a couple of times to check in. I don't want to miss it. I hope we can continue on past 11PM EST, as I am on the West coast, and my company will likely be leaving around 8:30 or so (they have toddlers).

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  Theresa111 (9/22/09)
  
  You can always take a photo of them and upload it along with the drinks you are having, either in the party discussion or on your blog and link to it in the discussions. Hopefully things will spill over into the early hours.
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enjoyfinewines (9/23/09)

I am also in the West Coast and I will do my best to check this virtual cocktail party out here after I get off work which will be around 10:30-11 PM EST (7:30 - 8 PM PST). Thanks for the invite! If anyone has questions about wine, feel free to ask. I am first a wine lover and also a Certified Sommelier (Wine Steward) or "certified wine geek". LOL!

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  Theresa111 (9/23/09)
  
  Hey, we can keep the party happening for our west coasters!
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MakeRoux (9/23/09)

Theresa,
Yes, I'm definitely planning to incorporate my real like party into the virtual world. I am working on my drink and food menu tonight!

Such a cool idea!

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  Theresa111 (9/23/09)
  
  This is beginning to have that anticipating thrill feeling attached to it.
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Theresa111 (9/23/09)

Our Saturday Night Virtual Cocktail Party.

Um, what crazy outfit will I pull out of the closet. I will photograph it on the hanger. What will you wear? Let's dress up! I mean we don't have to actually wear them, just pretend.

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LadyGourmet (9/23/09)

I cannot wait! This sounds like so much fund!

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  Theresa111 (9/23/09)
  
  It is a cool way to party, virtually speaking and no one has to leave home to do it.
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Theresa111 (9/24/09)

Just a reminder that party hats are not regulation costume, but we can light candles and play music. Some might want to play dress up or just hang out in your jeans and T-Shirt. Come any which way.

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  Anniepooh (9/24/09)
  
  Fake it 'til ya make it! I don't drink, so I'll just pretend
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  Theresa111 (9/24/09)
  
  I hardly ever drink. I'd more likely cook with the alcohol, but they also serve soda pop and sparkling water so you'll not be by yourself for many people do not ever drink.
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Theresa111 (9/26/09)

I am going to start getting ready by 6PM. I love parties!

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

See you at 8:00 everyone!

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  I might be a little late, but i'll be here.
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Theresa111 (9/26/09)

Making a late run to the liquor store. I decided on beer, wine or champagne. Be right back!

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I am here and listening ... Got a Samuel Adams beer and it is cold. Since it is wet outside with lots of rain, I haven't changed into my party frocks yet. How has your day gone so far?
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

I am here and my day went great. Got a pizza stone, a fondu set, three frying pans, and an apple lane farms honey glazed spiral cut ham and making sandwiches. No booze for me tonight i will be the desginated driver as I had one last night and it made me sick.

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Wow Amy you cleaned up! SOunds like they really love your cooking. Gifts with ulterior motives. Mom will bake me a pizza on her new stone and she can fry me some of her pork chops in that skillet. I can hear them from here. It's great to be so adored by your family. Drink it up. Did you say you're making ham sandwiches? SOunds good. Make me one?
  
  Plus you got a fondu set. Now that can be lots of fun.
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I have never done a fondu so I have to learn. It is one of those really nice big sets. So I figure I will use it, my chocolate fountain and my cheese plate for christmas this year.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Amy it is easy and I am sure there are fondu instructions inside the box.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  You know if you need to reheat pizza warm up the stone and place your cold pizza on it. Heat for five to ten minutes and it is refreshed and almost like freshly baked pizza. Gosh I love food!
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sugarpies (9/26/09)

Well, I could lie and say I have popped open a bottle or Port or mixed up some Planter's Punch but, in reality I have a Diet Coke with lemon and am polishing off the Maple Snickerdoodles I made this morning.

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I love maple and I love snikerdoodles. That sounds good. I posted a pic of the ham on my favorite food products blog. They rock. they are honey glazed and make the best sandwiches. We put ham,tomato, sweet onion, lettuce, cheese (munster or pepper jack) on crossiants.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I got a beer. It'll take me hours to polish it off. Are maple snickerdoodles cookies?
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  sugarpies (9/26/09)
  
  Yup, They're wonderful with maple and cinnamon and coated in sugar like traditional snickerdoodles. www.sugarpiesfood.com/2009/09/maple-snickerdoodles-recipe-trial-and.html
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  You made me look and how did they turn out? I have all of the ingredients to make these too. I have to be careful not to bake too make sweets because Joe and I love to eat them too much. So, were they chewy or cruchy and had to be dipped in ice cold milk.
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  sugarpies (9/26/09)
  
  They're wonderfully chewy! I really like the addition of maple to the recipe and would be great with cold milk!
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Buck! Now I have printed another cookie recipe. I have to lose weight not add cookies, cakes and pies weight. I am doomed. I cannot resist.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Hello everyone!

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  Hello Lady Gourmet
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Here's the Star of the day! Catherine, so pleased you have made it tonight. Everyone, please introduce yourself to LadyGourmet. I am drinking a beer. What are you having?
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  sugarpies (9/26/09)
  
  Hi Lady Gourmet! Loved your interview!
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  SugarPies, she is so sweet!
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Hello everyone! Sorry I'm a little late. I was at my niece's, and I just got in...I am having a nice cup of fresh coffee.

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  OoH! Which flavored coffee are you perking?
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Well, I brought some balsamic marinated chicken dipped in buttermilk, chopped cornflakes, breadcrumbs and oatmeal...(saved a few pieces for my son, myself and daughter)

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Just how far away is your house, we'll be right over
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Theresa I am having just good old chock full of nuts...

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I know that song Chock full of nuts is that heavenly coffee, heavenly coffee, heavenly coffee. Chock full of nuts is that heavenly coffee, better coffee millionaire's money can't buy. Right.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Love to have all of you!

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

What is everyone eating?

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  sugarpies (9/26/09)
  
  Diet Coke with lemon, maple snickerdoodles and watching the original "Vacation" while waiting for Michael to get home from work.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Vacation ... National Lampoon's or Chevy Chase? Does Michael cook also?
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  sugarpies (9/28/09)
  
  It's the same. It's Naitonal Lampoon's Vacation starring Chevy Chase. Michael does cook some but he doesn't bake.
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

honey ham sandwiches and left over mexican pizza quesidilla. Diet Dr Pepper. and watching the muppets treasure island

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

I love the muppet movies!

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

I love happy movies...

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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

my 5 year old does too he watches this one over and over and over. I have it memorized

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I like movies you watch over and over. As long as it isn't Barney I can watch most happy movies. I love romantic comedy.
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Theresa111 (9/26/09)

For some reason I am craving Chinese Shrimp Egg Foo Young and toying with the idea of making the delivery call. Can I resist ... can I resist? Stay tuned.

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  you have delivery where you live. I have to drive 25 miles to be in a delivery area and then not for chinese.
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  sugarpies (9/26/09)
  
  One of the reasons I LOVE being in a city again! Where I'm from the only delivery was Pizza Hut or Domino's. Other than that it was get in the car and drive to the restaurant.
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I have to drive 19 miles to get pizza to the end of the road. I like to make my own and now I have a pizza stone so I am set
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Yep. I would make my own, too. Home made is really much better than most of the delivery ones.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Theresa I can hear you singing.....sounds wonderful!...It was on sale 2 for $5.00. Well worth it ..

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  The first song said better coffee Rockafeller's money can't buy, or so my parents used to say.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Go for it if you really want it...enjoy it....

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I especially like eating with chop sticks. For years I ordered Chinese food but was not able to make the chop sticks pick up the food. So I would give up and use the fork. Well ... One day after rehearsal, my throat was scratchy and being on the road, I had to eat out. There was a small Chinese restaurant near the Holiday Inn in RIchmond, VA, where the band was staying for two weeks, and I decided to eat there. Dining alone, I took my book to have a very leisurely meal. When my meal came, the waitress brought me chop sticks and no utensils. I thought to myself, 'why not?' Two hours later, my meal was eaten and I had finally accomplished eating with the confounded wooden instruments. Nowadays I am adept and rather enjoy the flashback to my original stumbling in order to stand on the mountaintop.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

On Saturday night I listen to the oldies and they have fake breaks of the old commercials ...I really enjoy it..I love the old jingles..so much fun

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Which radio station?
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  They do that on the country radio station here on Sunday nights. We listen to it alot of the time
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Good idea Amybyrd, so much healthier, and you can make it just the way you like it. You also save alot of money.

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

WABC THeresa from 6-9pm

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  That's Sunday night? I am on the east coast near Washington, DC. Is this a station I might be able to listen to?
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

My kids and I have just about mastered the art of chop sticks. You eat much more slowly and therefore I think you enjoy it more and get to savor the food.

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

No, no Theresa it is on Saturday night..I am not sure if the show is syndicated.

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  you can check on line some stations have listen live on their web sites ours does here
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

The show comes from NYC, I am on Long Island and it starts to get a little fuzzy near the end of the show.

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Oh yes that is right, you can listen to it on line.

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Theresa111 (9/26/09)

WABC New York is talking about political stuff. Is this the same station, please?

Yes, Amy I am listening on-line.

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I cant listen on the computer the kids tore up the speakers on hubby;s computer by moving them back and forth to many times to their computer and my lap top doesnt get loud enough for me to hear it.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

The show ends at nine o'clock. But its on every saturday, 6-9 I think.

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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

Are we going to have a dress up party for halloween this year? That would be fun and i could do it from decatur at my parents house
I'll bring the eyeballs and witches brew

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

I just can't believe how quickly this sumer went by...it going to be Halloween already...but I like the fall weather compared to the summer.

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I would if it would quit raining we have had rain for two weeks straight and floods too at the barn the pigs are knne deep in mud
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  AMy, Feel sorry for the animals. Hope it stops raining there. It started here today and I am hopeful it will keep moving on out of here.
  
  Catherine, I broke down and ordered Chinese. It will cover four to six meals.
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  Theresa they are happy to be in the mud it is when it floods like this morning again that they get upset. I posted a pic of the little pigs covered in mud today. They are so cute when they are little
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  The food arrived but my husband is in beltway traffic. I will wait for him to arrive before I dish up the food. It is rather late to be eating though. Perhaps just a little portion to placate my taste buds.
  
  Amy if I could I would.
  
  SugarPies you must be glued to your movie.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Guess what I am about to eat! I am going to have an Entenmann's Chocolate/chocolate Donut!
Do you all like them as much as I do?

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  Never had one. I am in a cultural void and have very little food choices. I think I have seen them in a store where my mom lives
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I don't eat the Entenmann's after attending culinary school. But I do remember a soda on Long Island Kotz. It's Kotz to be good. If they still have it there I want to get in touch with the distributor and have them ship to me.
  
  I also like King's Pizza and on Staten Island, where I lived as a child 3.5 years, Joe's Pizza. Nothing like it in the world!
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Amy they are so good. I only buy them once in a while for a real treat.

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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

I will have to see if I have the recipe for them I collect copy cat recipes and I dont know if I have that one or not

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  no just their fat free cupcakes
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dbowles (9/26/09)

Wouldnt it be easier to do this in an actual chat room?

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  This is an actual chat room.
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  dbowles (9/26/09)
  
  no, this is a thread
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Do I need sewing needles, too? Really it's a party thread.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

It is a Devil's Food chocolate donut with dark chocolate frosting/glaze.

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Did you order Chinese food Theresa?

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I did Catherine and it has arrived. I'm waiting on my Joe to come home.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

What did you order?

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Shrimp Egg Foo Young with an extra white rice. Four Shrimp Spring Rolls, Shrimp Pad Thai Noodles and Shrimp Won Ton Soup. See how it turns into four to six meals? We won't eat much, but we'll have a late lunch tomorrow and lunch for Monday, too. The rice and the gravy from the foo young lasts for three days.
  
  My beer is pretty warm. I have only sipped half of it. Cheers. Anyone have something good to toast?
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Theresa,
  I have something to good to toast, Its My Birthday!
  Wish I had Chinese food.
  What I am having now is tomato soup with the little gold fishy cheese crackers.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I shall open a fresh bottle of cold beer and Joe and I will both toast you. Many Happy Returns.
  
  The little gold fish are always so satisfying to eat. Sometimes I like to crack them with my teeth and see if iI can successfully break them into two equal parts.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Sounds delicious...I haven't had Chinese food in so long...I hope you enjoy it!

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Thanks.
  
  What are some of your favorite movies that have been released since year 2000?
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AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)

What I miss? What I miss?
: D

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Well ... Today Lady Gourmet was our featured member and we all have been enjoying the party tonight. I have met so many great cooks here at HHM and everyone has splendid personalities.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Well, I really enjoy "Everybody wants to be Italian" one of the funniest movies...

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I am going to google it to see if i recognize it.
  
  Oh wow. This looks really good and new. www.everybodywantstobeitalian.com/ I am going to see it! Thanks for the alert.
  
  By the way, I especially liked the words you used to describe the inspiration you get in your kitchen. You painted a lovely picture and made us understand what food really means to you.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

If we're not talking about 2000, I also enjoyed "What about Bob?" ~ City Slickers ~House Sitter~...

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

I really love old movies. The classics. I just never get tired of watching them. I suppose that is why they are classics.

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  I love the old movies also. Even the western classics. lol
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I have to agree with your there. Good plots, who-done-its, romance, comedy. Talent is talent and I love the movies.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Angie! Happy Birthday To You! I cannot believe you didn't tell us. And it's Trish's HBDay, too! Did you go out? Please tell us some of your favorite movie titles.
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Thank you for the warm Birthday Wish and especially for the chocolate Le Concord you posted on the other thread.
  It looks amazing, what is that? What does it have in it?
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I did say over there but okay, it is chocolate mousse and boat shaped levels of chocolate meringue and then it is iced with the mousse and topped with chocolate meringue pieces, for the crunch. It is so delicious.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

I guess it is food has shaped my memories. When I think of food it brings me back and I hear the kitchen and the pots and pans. I hear my mother and father. Cooking was such a part of my child hood.

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I thought only I heard and saw these types of things. Sometimes the whispered smells and sounds are genuine and I am whisked back to age five or ten or fourteen. Just like I have passed through a time-warp. It is surreal. I really miss these relatives and friends who have go onward. Food is the biggest trigger of my memories.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Happy Birthday !

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

I guess I sound pretty silly liking all those movies but I feel that life can be so serious that I like a movie to tickle your senses, not make us even more wary about what is to be...

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I embrace nice and charming. I really grow weary of the in your face, beat-em-up movies. I like content and I care about being entertained. It means something different nowadays.
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AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)

Thank you Lady Goumet,
What did I do today?
I pretty much went shopping all day long with my daughter.
I think she benefited the most, but it was fun.
I usually don't like to go to the mall. In fact I sort of hate it.
But, I guess I felt the need to spend some money today on my self, and so I did.

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  How old is your daughter?
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

ok I am back had to put son to bed his cap pistol was getting on my nerves

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Oh that is too funny. snap, pop, bang.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Oh, I agree Theresa so many times I feel like there is so much misdirected energy and families miss out on life. They try so hard to make memories that cost a fortune, but never realize that if they just take the time to make a mess in their kitchen with their family they will have the very best memories possible. They don't realize how quickly people pass through your life and no one can tell them this and if you do they don't really believe you..

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Big SIgh ... Yes.
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AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)

I went to the movies last night. Went to see the new Bruce Willis movie which I thought looked pretty interesting, but I was disappointed. It wasn't very good at all, in fact, I wanted to leave after the first 30 mins., but noticed that my husband was all into the movie and didn't say a word. www.chooseyoursurrogate.com/?cmp=mov_tch_sur_psg_cast_bruce willis film
But....after an hour went by, I did say....."hey, do you like the movie"? and he said, "sure, so I didn't say anything else after that, and found myself reading and answering emails after that on my iphone. lol

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I havent really like any of his movies I liked him in moon lighting and my mom got me pig earrings for my bday. That made me think of him in that show
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  We too went to see the Surrogates movie as was disappointed. I felt much the same as you did. It was only about 1 hr and 20 min long, too.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

What a wonderful way to spend your birthday with your daughter. I am sure she had a great time.

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  My daughter loves shopping at the mall, and enjoys all the stops and shops and I was amazed that a good 6 hrs went by without me even noticing it. Next thing I knew it was getting dark outside.
  It was a good day.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Oops, I accidently hit the add comment button before I wrote anything!

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  LadyGourmet,
  
  I just love your Chocolate Almond Espresso Cake,
  www.halfhourmeals.com/recipe/chocolate-almond-espresso-cake
  I haven't tried it yet, but have decided just now, that I will have to make it tomorrow and report back to you to let you know how it went.
  Looks soooo delicious!!!
  And looks so easy to make. Thank you for sharing that recipe.
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

Ok what do you need to make fondu I am dying to make some and have no clue where to start. Tried and true recipes would be best as I have never had it nor made it before and have a beautiful set staring me down.

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Look inside the box to see if the manufacturer offers any recipes. Usually these are tried and true recipes. If not, check out recipes here and if none then google fondu recipes.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

I went to see Julie and Julia. It was o.k., but I always enjoy the pop corn, no matter how the movie turns out!

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I am joing to have to wait fot that one to come out on DVD I do not think the loca place had it and I did not get to go to Florence Alabama to see it. I heard mixed reciews on it but most of the people that hated it are not foodies
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I loved it because I love Meryl Streep. She was Julia. Also it affords me a chance to see what this famous chef was like when she was starting out and living in Paris. I have always admired Julia Child.
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I remember my mother watching her when I was little. The chicken on the counter always scared me until I started raising my own and got over it.
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Theresa111 (9/26/09)

If this happens again, there should be a countdown of how many seconds you have to edit your comment before the comment is closed. You would click on the edit (found on the right side underneath your comment window.) After you fix the comment or edit it, you press add comment.

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Oh my fondu was all the craze in the 70's! There must be some real good recipes out there. I think Emeril did an entire show on fondu.

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  You know, I believe you are right about that.
  
  Amy, she is pointing you in the correct direction.
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  I went threw the fondu craze myself. There was a time when everyone had to have some kind of a fondu evening with both family and friends as a social event.
  Kind of funny when I think back of all the different kinds of foods we came up with to try and be different to use our dip stick fork for. lol
  
  Who can relate to that? hahaha
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I can.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

I think that sounded like "my" fondu was the craze. I meant to say.. oh my, fondu was all the craze in the 70's. o.k..glad I straightened that out..lol

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  I remember even doing the donut holes back then in my new and improve fondu lol
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

My sister worked for Dillards in management and they had them on clearence and with her discount she got 4 of them. One for mom, one for me, one for her and one for a friends wedding. I do not even know where to start chocolate or cheese. i have a chocolate fountain so I am thinking cheese

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  hahahaha Sounds way to familiar, I actually use to work at Dillards also and did the SAME EXACT THING, No Kidding!!
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Amy, Look up a recipe for Welsh Rarebit. It is perfect for the fondu pot.
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Daniel (9/26/09)

Just dropping in to say hello. Just got back from a party where none of the food had salt. Blegh. Any suggestions for a midnight snack?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANGIE!!!

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Thanks Daniel
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I am eating a bit of Chinese food what was delivered almost two hours ago. Hi Daniel.
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  Daniel (9/26/09)
  
  I'm really craving some of the fajita and guacamole tacos you bring to the office.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Carry out or does Angie prepare these, Daniel? Sounds tasty.
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  Daniel (9/26/09)
  
  I don't know where they come from, just know they are delicious.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  She's spoiling you with treats. Thats the nicest kind.
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

Angie we did that with a sandwich maker when they first came out. I went out of town and left my ex and his friend (With half a deli of sandwich food) and came home to speghtti o's and cheese sandwiches being made. I got another one a while back and my kids are still experimenting with it.

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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

I think that movie will help to get people to cook again. I understand that Julia Child's book has been selling again. Good for her! She must be smiling down from Heaven seeing people reconnect with food again.

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  I think you are right about that. One thing that stuck in my head about that movie is when she said, "EVERYTHING always taste better with butter, lots of butter". I was thinking, it was pretty amazing she didn't weigh 300 pounds, because she is right.
  Today though, I think most people are more aware of what they eat and try to eat healthier.
  Or rather, most try and eat for health not so much for taste.
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Nahhh who am I kidding, I always eat for taste.
  Butter or not, it has to taste good.
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I love to cook with butter and lard I use them a lot. But I dont eat that much of what i cook with them since I am diabetic. I just have to watch them eat the sweets
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Ah poor Amy. I am sorry you miss out on the sweet treats!
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

A midnight snack? How about eggs. I love eggs sometimes when I go to sleep I can't wait to get up so I can have breakfast!

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Sounds great!
  Eggs are always good, no matter what time of day.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Well it's almost midnight so I say eat some eggs. You'll sleep better
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I can provide free range chemical eggs. I have 30 laying hens and got 15 more today. Hubby says I am chicken crazy. I also have three ducks so just ask lol
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Gosh.....I have a problem when I am on this website.
  Problems is, I start to view recipes that people submit and then I get hungry.
  Doesn't matter what time it is or if I have already eaten.
  Its terrible. Too many good things to try and make, and I can't do them all at the same time. Or can I?
  
  Anyone else having this problem?
  I swear I can smell food when I am on here.
  What to do?
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  Angie I luck out I dont have half the ingredients most of the time and the grocery store is 25 miles away that carries anything intresting.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I experience the same thing Angie. then I want to make everything.
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Yes, for me, it can get a little ridiculous as you tell yourself, its ok, I'll make that and freeze it or save it for later, but that never works, you end up eating it all. Especially the dessert on here.
  I have baked a few good cakes and they never last more then a couple of hours.
  Its not a good thing, not if your already over weight.
  Then again at the time, when your eating it, all that is going threw my mind is: yummmmmmm
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

I'm sorry if my replies are all over the place! I just realized that you klick the reply to the persons comment. I told you I was not that computer savvy.

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Isn't it fun to learn? You have been such a cool party-goer.
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  You sure have LadyGourmet
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  AND I am hungry now, what's a girl to do?
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Either call for delivery or eat some eggs with Catherine.
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  LadyGourmet (9/26/09)
  
  Well, I have to say you all seem so nice...thank you ....I feel like we all have been friends for a long time....
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Mother used to say, "People are only strangers until you say hello."
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Arcticulates (9/26/09)

Ugh! I hope I am not too late. I completely forgot until I looked at the sticky thread on BC.. And then remembered that it is Saturday!

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  Hi Arcticulates
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Nope, never to late to join in the fun.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Well, you are here now. Glad you joined Half Hour Meals. Tell everyone hi and jump right in. There are never too many cooks here! you will like the cool members here. "D
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Actually, I am not so sure about that. I think that there are so many misdirections out there with food. One that comes to mind is the fat free foods. Actually these foods are loaded with calories so that they have some taste, but they not filling so you actually eat more. Butter, eggs and so many food were taboo for so long and actually they should have never have been. Your body needs a certain amount of fat so the liver will function properly.

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I dont cook low fat hubby wont eat it. I was putting half ground turkey in the meat loaf until he caught me and wouldnt eat it after that. He is pickyer than my kids. My kids will eat any thing not him. I have goteen him to eat Mexican, pizza and chinese. He didnt eat them before we got together.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  The Europeans have it right, cook heavy and eat light. It is better than all of the chemicals they try to load us up with. Plus ... they get out and walk together, eat slower enjoying not only their food but each other and they have mandatory two months vacation in some countries. They take afternoon naps.
  
  Here in the USA it's rush, rush, rush. We need to relax and enjoy.
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  LadyGourmet (9/26/09)
  
  Yes...you are correct...the Eurpeans do have it right...they eat with real ingredients and do much more walking, bike riding ,etc. and as a result that is why they stay slimmer than the Americans. We really should think about the added ingredients in so many foods. We also should not microwave. I know I sound ancient but I will not microwave! If I don't have the time I do not make it.
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  We have a microwave but hubby uses it to rewarm coffee and that is it It takes up space most of the time
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

I am looking into getting a milk cow. Then I will have fresh cream, milk, cheese and butter I cant wait. I will have to milk it twice a day is the only draw back,

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  Daniel (9/26/09)
  
  where do you live?
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

Iron City
tennessee close to Florence alabama

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Sounds like a lot of work to do your own cream, cheese, and butter. But, I am sure its well worth it.
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  Yes daniel I know I am weird I have bees, pigs, a horse, chickens, ducks and two dogs. I got rid of the goats.
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  Daniel (9/26/09)
  
  i think my neighbors would be pretty annoyed if i bought a cow.
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Theresa111 (9/26/09)

Check out Makearoux's drink recipe!

I want some.

www.halfhourmeals.com/recipe/pink-lychee-slush

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Hummm that does look good and so easy.
  
  We need to relax more and take it easy more?
  OK.....I am looking at my wine rack now.
  What should I pull out Theresa? Red, White or the bubbly stuff?
  I actually should do that, it is a special night for me
  You guys pick. I actually have a good selection in front of me.
  Daniel, what shall it be?
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Bubbly I likes the bubblez
  
  Is is a big wine rack? Gee ... I only have one bottle of wine.
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  Arcticulates (9/26/09)
  
  Let's see we are having corned beef and cabbage tonight... I wonder what wine would be good with that?
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  Daniel (9/26/09)
  
  Angie, Red of course.
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Theresa111 (9/26/09)

Instead of Amy singing "Burn Baby Burn ... Disco Inferno," from the late 70's, she'll be singing, Churn Baby Churn while she is making homemade butter.

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  haha I think I should call the honey part of the farm The Byrd's and the Bee's but hubby doesnt like it at all
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Arcticulates (9/26/09)

We don't eat too many fried foods, but when the recipe calls for oil, I usually use olive oil. extra virgin, it seems to make the food taste better then any other oils that I have tried.

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  I like peanut oil. We fry fish in it and a resturant fries chicken finger in it and you can tell a diffrence
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  Arcticulates (9/26/09)
  
  You know! I don't think I have ever tried peanut oil.. Tho I do know I would have to be careful who eats it as I have young 2 grandchildren allergic to peanuts.
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LadyGourmet (9/26/09)

Well ...I will say God Bless and goodnight to everyone and I am so pleased to have met all of you....Thank you...

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  good night and nice to meet you
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  Arcticulates (9/26/09)
  
  Good night LadyGourmet I loved the interview!
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Goodnight Catherine. Thank you for being such a major part of our party. We'll get together here many times, I am sure. Take care.
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AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)

@Theresa,
When you said > Instead of Amy singing "Burn Baby Burn ... Disco Inferno," from the late 70's, she'll be singing, Churn Baby Churn while she is making homemade butter.

I looked up the burn, baby burn, videos as it brought back to many memories of the old days. I flashed back with all of the Saturday night Fever oldies. lol

www.youtube.com/watch?v=bV1RZyCWQSU&feature=related

How many of you use to dance like this >>

www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZCtgFmQvjQ&feature=related

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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  we will have to make a video of churning butter to that song
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Yes ... and what a kiss. Chaste but so romantic!
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tonyb (9/26/09)

Party still going on? I don't know about drinks though I definitely ate far too much haggen daz ice cream just now.

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Yes, party is going on
  
  Was enjoying some old Saturday night fever music since Theresa brought up "Burn Baby Burn.
  
  BUT....Now I am watching Ellen and Travolta...look how they get into the music .......fun to watch > www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze0cEwsB27A&feature=related
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  tonyb (9/26/09)
  
  Dan said red
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Well....to late, I am doing the bubbly stuff.
  ITs quite good even when your alone.
  But, next time will do the red with Dan.
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  tonyb (9/26/09)
  
  And Theresa left?
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  She must be putting up the left overs
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  tonyb (9/26/09)
  
  Dan brought out his new camera for this party and hasn't shared any photos?
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

i think Teresa is eating. I was warming up left over mexican from today

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  tonyb (9/26/09)
  
  Yum. I didn't know there was such a thing as left over mexican
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  when the quesidilla is the size of your head there is
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Maybe she had one to many warm beers
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Amy! When the food is as big as your head! I almost snorted warm beer out my nose. Ha!
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Theresa111 (9/26/09)

I was looking for more party people to join in. Now you have me watching John and Ellen dancing. What a hoot!

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Theresa111 (9/26/09)

Dan got a new camera? He'll be taking more photos of hamburgers and bacon.

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AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)

Yeah, he's fun to watch. Here he is with Lady Di > www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLuPVA6-rh8&feature=related

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Every time I think of Lady Di I get upset. She was so lovely.
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Me Too She was such a lovely young women
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

there is a lady DI musem at Downtown Disney It is pretty big. I didnt go it was across from Wolfgang Pucks. I went to the candy shop by there though and almost got attacked by a squirrel walking back to where my hubby and son were sitting.

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Disney World?
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  yep we went a few weeks ago. it is the shopping center for Disney I wnet to the Cauldron candy shop and got a peanut heaven,
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

speaking of beer have yall tried the bud clamato in the can. I did yesterday and that was enough beer to do me for a while.

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Peanut heaven?
  Whats it like?
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  amybyrd21 (9/26/09)
  
  chocolate peanuts, peanut truffle, and dipped in chocolate with peanuts on it I dropped a nut out of it the squirrle followed me and jumped up on a flower bed and jumped for me and I moved out of the way. The grounds man and my hubby laughed I didnt think it was that funny
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

ok just thought of a weird fondu using bacon. I have got to go get some bacon tommorrow and get started.

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Doesn't sound weird to me. Perhaps asparagus wrapped in beacon and then tip them in the fondu
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  Angie ...? Asparagus wrapped in BEACON and then TIP them in the fondu.
  
  You, my dear have been at the bubbly too long. I find you very funny.
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  AngieAlaniz (9/29/09)
  
  hahaha you know what i meant.
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AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)

Theresa... one more for you > www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoUEMZnibS8&feature=related

What's a party without a little song and dance.

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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  I love this dance!!!!! Where do you come up with these? This is too much fun.
  
  This was a very strange movie. The sort that transfixes your mind and will not allow you to move from your seat. I love it when they move their v shaped fingers in front of their eyes.
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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  G_d yes, I love that dance also and the way she moves is very cute and sexy of course. I also think John T is at his best here with his moves.
  
  I spend lots of time on YouTube watching dance and listening to music.
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  Theresa111 (9/26/09)
  
  She is a very sexy woman. I recall the first movie I saw her acting with John Malkovich, Michelle Phieffer, Glenn Close. In France. It's on the tip of my mind.
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  AngieAlaniz (9/27/09)
  
  Dangerous Liaisons
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Theresa111 (9/26/09)

I was expecting a few more people from the west coast tonight.

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  tonyb (9/27/09)
  
  Your creativity and ideas are awesome. This is a very cool thing you've done and it will continue.
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

i was listening to rocking the beer gut before i started to watch the last video up there

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  AngieAlaniz (9/26/09)
  
  Rocking the Bear Gut > www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEXTO3Kcjmc
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amybyrd21 (9/26/09)

I cant dance and am not artistic at all. I wasn in ballet and gymnastics when I was younger now all I do is sway back and forth I cook there for I am. That and my animals

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  Theresa111 (9/27/09)
  
  Swaying is a form of dance and cooking is most definitely an art.
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  tonyb (9/27/09)
  
  share some of Angie's bubbly stuff
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  AngieAlaniz (9/27/09)
  
  Yeah, that always helps when you want to become a swan
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Theresa111 (9/27/09)

Been at the party for five hours! Wow. No wonder i am yawning. Must be the beer. Gee, there is 1/4 left. It won't go away. I need one of those dessert cocktails next time.

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amybyrd21 (9/27/09)

I am going to bed I have an early day tommorrow and going to look for a job Monday Yall have fun

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  AngieAlaniz (9/27/09)
  
  Night Amy, nice evening having you here.
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Theresa111 (9/27/09)

Well, for me it's time to sing that song.

The Party's Over .... I have turned into the party pooper.

Goodnight ... please do not get up. Continue to party into the wee hours of the morning. It has been so lovely sharing time with all of you. Happy Birthday Amy, Trish and Angie!

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  AngieAlaniz (9/27/09)
  
  Thanks for the invite, it was great Theresa
  Sweet dreams
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Anniepooh (9/27/09)

Wow, did you guys have fun! I was out with hubby and the moment I got home, I fell asleep. Very unlike me, but yesterday was rather busy. I won't miss the next one, for sure!

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  Daniel (9/27/09)
  
  maybe next time we will have this in an HHM chat room to make it a bit easier to follow.
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  tonyb (9/27/09)
  
  @Dan, do people still use chat rooms? Would you set it up so that the room is only open for events?
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  Anniepooh (9/27/09)
  
  I was wondering that, too - I know chats are still around (haven't been to one since 2004) but it may be rather lonely there if it's open all the time. I would think for events it would be a lot of fun!
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  Daniel (9/27/09)
  
  I was thinking we would only open the chat room on party nights if we have more. following such a busy conversation in a discussion format was a little difficult for me.
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MakeRoux (9/27/09)

I'm so upset that I missed the big event! I had to work late Friday, and then had to do more work from home on Saturday. Before I knew it, it was Saturday afternoon and I had to get dinner ready for my real life dinner party! I didn't have time to do any photos or specialty drinks. We just stuck to cocktails and wine. I zonked out as soon as they left for the night.

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Theresa111 (10/01/09)

I just wanted to thank all of you for making it such a nice time. I really enjoyed myself and I hope you did too!

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