Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... August, 2008

August 1, 2008 | JustAmy; St.Louie1; MamaBear; Billie

[JustAmy]

Welcome To....


'Amy's Place' welcomes all poets
and those who enjoy poetry.
'Amy's Place' is more than just about poetry.
Come in, relax, and share with fellow FReepers
your thoughts about any of the things on the *Menu*.

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Never Forget!





Bad Penny



Amy's personal guardian ~
the ever charming, lovable, huggable,
LouieWolf




Many thanks for stopping by. : )

[JustAmy]

Great to see you today, Majie.

I’m playing catch-up again. ;^ )

Have a relaxing, lovely weekend.

[JustAmy]

Palin sure sounded and looked great today. I enjoy her spark and determination.

As Diver Dave said, it will sure make voting for McCain much easier.

[derllak]

I’m among those who never heard of grape-nuts custard. but since grape-nuts is my standard breakfast staple, I think I’ll give it a shot. :)

[JustAmy]

Thanks, Majie.

He is a cutie.

[Diver Dave]

Afternoon, Billie.

I don't do RED hi-heels, but I'm wearin' my RED t-shirt while cruisin' around the living room on the old Hoover...

Had the opportunity to shake hands with a few fellow Vets while on vacation and again last weekend at the grocery store. The latter was a WWII submariner like my FIL. He told me he has a big reunion coming up with fellow Submariners.

I thanked each one for their service to this great country... I like to believe my words of "Thanks" come from everyone here on FR.

[grannie9]

I love Grapenuts too. You’ll love it. It’s the best custard there is in my opinion.

[JustAmy]

Happy Red Friday! Ready for some Holidays???



College Colors Day


First Scout Camp Opened in 1934


Chop Suey Day

Pork Chop Suey

Ingredients :
· 1/2 lb. pork, cut into thin strips
· 1 tsp. soy sauce
· 1 tsp. oyster sauce
· salt and pepper, to taste
· 1 tsp. cornstarch

· 1 to 1-1/2 cup chicken broth (or water)
· 2 tbsp. cornstarch
· 2 tbsp. oyster sauce
· 1/2 tsp. sugar

· 1/4 cup vegetable oil
· 3 cloves garlic, minced
· 1 onion, chopped
· 1-1/2 cup baby carrots, halved
· 3 stalks celery, cut diagonally into 1 inch long
· 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
· 15 to 20 pieces snow peas, trimmed
· 1 can slice mushroom, drained
· 1 can miniature cut cobs of corn, drained

Cooking Procedures :
1. Cut the pork into thin strips. Combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt and pepper, and cornstarch. Stir to blend and then add the meat. Marinate for 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together broth, cornstarch, oyster sauce and sugar. Stir to blend and then set aside.

3. Heat oil in a wok (or deep skillet) over medium heat. Fry pork for about 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and onion until soft and translucent. Stir in baby carrots for about a minute. Add the rest of the vegetables, stir-frying for a minute or two after each addition.

4. Add the cornstarch mixture. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and continue stirring until well blended and sauce thickens. Correct seasonings.

5. Immediately remove from heat after heated through. Transfer to a serving platter. Serve hot the chop suey dish.

Lemon Juice Day

[JustAmy]

Neat hat!!!

Wearing red too. I’m supporting our Troops.

[JustAmy]

Good afternoon, Billie. Happy FRiday.

Thank you for the link to Red High Heels.

Hope you are planning a relaxing weekend.

Thank you for today's Black Lab.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Meg.

FR was horrible this morning.

It seems to be a little better this afternoon. (At least I can open a reply window) ;^ )

[MEG33]

I just checked and see it is better..Now I don’t have time to post..O My.

Go Palin!

[JustAmy]

LOL

And I’m needing a little nap. :)

[JustAmy]

Your Red FRiday post is lovely, Meg.

The red flowers on the black background is very striking.

Thank you.
Have a relaxing weekend.

[JustAmy]

Good ..... she will be a Welcome FRiday addition.

[MEG33]

;o)
Awww I love that kitty..

[JustAmy]

Happy Friday, Dutchess.

Hope you have a Wonderful Weekend.

[jaycee]

McCain did well!
I like her!
Isn't she pretty in Vogue?

[luvie]

She is awesome!

LOVE that picture! :D

[jaycee]

Thanks! I loved her speech today, she is full of enthusiasm and just has a certain charm about her! Has a good story too!
We have an uphill road ahead. Maybe we will get a bump after the convention. Obama got a bump, I hear! Pffft!

[MEG33]

She is tough, , conservative and beautiful..GO PALIN!