FReeper Canteen - Scuttlebutt - 27 May 10

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[AZamericonnie]

 

 

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A little humor....

The Restaurant

A group of 40 year old girlfriends discussed where they should meet for dinner. Finally it was agreed upon that they should meet at the Ocean View Restaurant because the waiters there had tight pants and nice buns.

10 years later at 50 years of age, the group once again discussed where they should meet for dinner. Finally it was agreed that they should meet at the Ocean View Restaurant because the food there was very good and the wine selection was good also.

10 years later, at 60 years of age, the group once again discussed where they should meet for dinner. Finally it was agreed that they should meet at the Ocean View Restaurant because they could eat there in peace and quiet and the restaurant had a beautiful view of the ocean.

10 years later, at 70 years of age, the group once again discussed where they should meet for dinner. Finally it was agreed that they should meet at the Ocean View Restaurant because the restaurant was wheel chair accessible and they even had an elevator.

10 years later, at 80 years of age, the group once again discussed where they should meet for dinner. Finally it was agreed that they should meet at the Ocean View Restaurant because they had never been there before.

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*Craftsman Music Experiment - Craftsman Labs*



*Sleepy Kittie*

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"I stand fearlessly for small dogs, the American Flag, motherhood and the Bible. That's why people love me." Art Linkletter

"Things turn out best for the people who make the best out of the way things turn out." Art Linkletter

RIP Mr. Linkletter

 

More than 600 museums across the country will offer free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day through Labor Day, Sept. 6.
The rest of the story.....

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Terror-fighting fireboat helps open NY Fleet Week



NEW YORK — Battleship gray contrasted with brilliant blue skies as a dozen military vessels sailed up the Hudson River on Wednesday to open Fleet Week, with thousands of spectators watching from shore, roof decks and small boats. The rest of the story....*Click*

 

*Farmers Cheese* Things You'll Need: 2 quarts Whole Milk 2 cups Buttermilk 1 tbsp. White Vinegar Salt Colander or Strainer Clean Cheesecloth Heavy Pot Large Pot or Bowl Storage Container with Lid Put 2 quarts of milk in a large pot and bring it to 180 degrees over low heat, stirring frequently. (Use candy thermometer, this will take some time as to not scorch the milk) Add 2 cups of buttermilk and stir, then add the vinegar and stir. Turn off the heat and stir slowly until the mixture starts to separate. Let it sit for 10 minutes. Do not disturb the mixture during this time. While waiting, line a colander with at least two layers of rinsed cheesecloth. Using a large spoon or ladle, put the curds (the solids) into the cheesecloth-lined colander. I added salt at this time. Let the curds drain for at least an hour. Occasionally gather up the cheesecloth around the cheese to apply some pressure to the cheese to help it drain. You can also tie the cheese up in the cheesecloth to keep pressure on it. Transfer the cheese to a storage container and store covered in the refrigerator for up to five days. This recipe yeilds about one pound of cheese. I saw Anthony Bourdain have farmers cheese with honey on crackers & tried it....delish! You can use this cheese in many applications, pierogies, crepes & anything you would use ricotta for. Pressed & drained further it can be used on mexican food dishes as a queso fresco. Mix it with 8 oz cream cheese, garlic & your favorite herbs to make boursin cheese.

 

 

 

[oldteen]

Never mind...ya missed it again!

[oldteen]

I saw some of those around Valentines Day. Thought about buying but knew I’d just eat them so, I walked away *sigh* (Yes, I’m a chocoholic!)

[AZamericonnie]

Good evening Acad & good to see ya!:) You & Ms Behavin have the same theme song for this thread. GMTA right?:)

Hope you've seen the worst of this storm season & out like a lamb it goes!

[left that other site]

Did a LOT of practicing today.

Lots of Brazilian Bossa, Cole Porter, Miles Davis, etc.

Jazz is my favorite thing to play on Bass.

[Kathy in Alaska]

No moosies, but LOTS of radio commercials about it being calving season and that it is illegal to pick up a calf, even if you think it has been abandoned. Momma may leave to browse, and she could be gone more than a day. Leave them alone!

[luvie]

Senior Citizens:

An elderly gentleman.... Had serious hearing problems for a number of years. He went to the doctor and the doctor was able to have him fitted for a set of hearing aids that allowed the gentleman to hear 100%. The elderly gentleman went back in a month to the doctor and the doctor said, 'Your hearing is perfect.. Your family must be really pleased that you can hear again.' The gentleman replied, 'Oh, I haven't told my family yet. I just sit around and listen to the conversations. I've changed my will three times!' -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Two elderly gentlemen from a retirement center were sitting on a bench under a tree when one turns to the other and says: 'Slim, I'm 83 years old now and I'm just full of aches and pains. I know you're about my age. How do you feel?' Slim says, 'I feel just like a newborn baby.' 'Really!? Like a newborn baby!?' 'Yep. No hair, no teeth, and I think I just wet my pants.' -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- An elderly couple had dinner at another couple's house, and after eating, the wives left the table and went into the kitchen. The two gentlemen were talking, and one said, 'Last night we went out to a new restaurant and it was really great.. I would recommend it very highly.' The other man said, 'What is the name of the restaurant?' The first man thought and thought and finally said, 'What is the name of that flower you give to someone you love? You know.... The one that's red and has thorns.' 'Do you mean a rose?' 'Yes, that's the one,' replied the man. He then turned towards the kitchen and yelled, 'Rose, what's the name of that restaurant we went to last night?'

[TASMANIANRED]

Toads in general are pretty inoffensive.

Just don’t lick one.

[oldteen]

I’m shuttin’ down. We’ve got one heck of a thunderstorm goin’. G’night, for now anyway!!

[TASMANIANRED]

Good Bass player makes Jazz.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, AZ, for the red, white, and blue tribute.

[TASMANIANRED]

I could get tempted to take one home.

[left that other site]

Yes. It is a big responsibility!

The temptation is to take off ans solo when it is NOT MY Turn to do so! hahaha

[luvie]

Stay safe!

[luvie]

Howdy, Sissy!

(((hugs)))

[Kathy in Alaska]

Very spiffy fireboat!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Oh no....be safe!! *HUGS*

[TASMANIANRED]

Evening Luvvy, Hugs.

[TASMANIANRED]

Stay safe.

[TASMANIANRED]

Sometimes the music moves you.

[PROCON]

Been FReeping and watching Rambo III, but now it’s bedtime, see ya soon, Taz!