As an aside, I ordered this tonight http://www.amazon.com/Kaito-Worldband-KA1103-Shortwave-Antenna/dp/B0006OCEFY
looks promising. Good reviews
Myu, I thought you might like thid recipe:
Corn Chowder with Bacon:
A delicious corn chowder with bacon.
INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup diced bacon
4 medium potatoes, chopped
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 cups water
2 1/2 to 3 cups cups cream-style corn, 2 (12 ounces each) cans or 1 pound, 4 ounce package frozen
2 teaspoons salt
pepper to taste
2 cups half-and-half or light cream, scalded
PREPARATION:
Sauté bacon until browned and crisp; add chopped potatoes and onions. Add water, corn, and seasonings; cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in half-and-half; heat through but do not boil.