Just for Fun

Friday Funday: I thought how about a fun dinner.... I always cruise the Internet, and I saw someone post a recipe for baked cabbage. Loved the idea and it so happened I had cabbage in the fridge as well as I always have olive oil.Now I thought this would go well with bake Argentinian Red Shrimp.Then I figured how about some great Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Boquists to accompany the dinner Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are looking for a pet friendly Beverly Hills Realtor who can handle and sell the most difficult properties that no one else could, please reach o... 04/19/2024

 . We were all starving after looking at our New Kitchen plans for a house we are renovating. We realized we werejust around the corner from the Fireside Tavern . We knew it was going to be very busy , but it was only 5:15and we got a seated right away . It turned out to be Prime Rib Night and it did not disappoint. My Daughter ordered two 4.5 oz Crab Cakes ( all meat - no filler). My wife had Pino Grigio and I had an ice cold Draft . The Dessert menu was excellent. Needless to say , we will be going back soon . The Tavern is a 1/2 mile from the Strasburg Railroad and PA Train Museum.  04/19/2024

In life we all experience the quiet times, relishing in them, playing catch up with paperwork or just enjoying a book and then suddenly out of the blue chaos happens. The phone rings and as you are speaking with one person another call happens. You are working on cleaning up emails and suddenly 10 new emails come in with at least half demanding your immediate attention. Then your smart phone receives several texts with even more requests.Yikes!"When we learn if we change the way we look at things, the things we look at change." Wayne DyerChaos allows us to learn how to better manage what we can control. To have processes and systems in place to respond both efficiently and effectively to all those requests.Today started out quiet. There was a mild breeze through the office window. I hea... 04/19/2024

Have you checked out Greenville, SC’s Botanical Gardens right in the heart of the city? It's like stepping into a nature-lover's paradise! Once spring rolls around, it's a burst of colors and stunning greenery that's just so inviting. Whether you're into flowers or just need a chill spot to escape the hustle and bustle, these gardens are where it's at. Come along on a tour to discover the magical treasures that the springtime Botanical Gardens in Greenville, South Carolina, have in store. 1. Pedrick’s Garden at Falls ParkLocation: 13 University St, Greenville, SCDifferent types of plants, colorful flowers, and streams flourish in this beautiful paradise. This location is ideal for unwinding in the beauty of the natural world while escaping the daily grind. Wander the paths, enjoy the ma... 04/19/2024

Besides providing Feng Shui Consultations, Reiki Healing sessions and more, I've been playing for local bands based out of Long Island, Brooklyn and New York City. I had the pleasure of joining forces with Dan Strauss and Zigline to perform at Shrine World Music Venue in Harlem, NY on Wednesday night (April 17th, 2024). The evening was filled with soothing eclectic experimental sounds featuring Dan Strauss as the lead vocalist on guitar, Todd Rogers on violin, Raymond Russel on bass and myself, Laura Cerrano on percussion. To watch a live recording of our performance you can click on this link, Dan Strauss and Zigline at Shrine World Music Venue in Harlem, NY. Enjoy!P.s. this is an example of living the Feng Shui lifestyle.  In this case, it was planting a seed of an idea that brought j... 04/19/2024

Trivia question answers for Thursday April 18, 20231. Who wrote the children's classic "Green Eggs and Ham"? Dr. Seuss2. Where is the oldest continuously operating zoo? Vienna, Austria3. Until 1792, Kentucky was part of which state? Virginia4. What is the largest living bird on earth? The OstrichTrivia questions for Friday April 19, 20231. What organ is inflamed by hepatitis?2. There are 293 ways to make change for a what?3. Who is Bugs Bunny's archenemy?4. In which country did the Mamba dance originate?Enjoy your day..  04/19/2024

Friday Flags in Cheshire CTThe flag today comes from a plot of ground in front of a colonial structure that was once a thriving business.  Now called the Ball & Socket arts building, it offers attractions and areas to exhibit for local artists. In its heyday, it was a stamping plant that made all manner of buttons, some of which adorned the military uniforms during the Civil War.Back in the late 1980's the company was bought by Waterbury Companies and their museum was merged with that plants.A factory with a proud heritage and once the source of work for so many now has a different audience, but the flag still waves proudly.Friday Flags in Cheshire CT 04/19/2024

Friday Fun…Where Do You Begin Your Reading? Most of us have routines for many of the things we do. We have a daily routine when we get up in the morning, what we do when we arrive at work, and what we do when we return home.  So…what’s your ActiveRain routine?  Where do you go first to start reading?Is it the Q&A?   The Featured (or front) page? A particular group such as Bananatude or Bartender Make It a Double? Or perhaps you begin with the Blogroll? And since we’re on the topic… When do you begin your ActiveRain Day?  Some begin early before they begin work, some at the end of the day, and others pop in during the day.   Me? I begin my day reading a handful of members who I know post early in the day.  I do the bulk of my reading in the evening but also try to pop in during the day. ... 04/19/2024

If you want it, go get it,  If others can do it, YOU CAN DO IT. - Will Hamm Have patience.  All things are difficult before they become easy. - SaadiYou don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.- Zig ZiglarGenius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.Thomas A. EdisonObstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal. Henry FordThere are many ways of going forward, but only one way of standing still.Franklin D. Roosevelt   04/18/2024

As a parent, when your child asks you for a pet, be sure you learn as much as you can about that pet before you say yes. Chances are, you the parent, are going to be taking care of the pet and not your child. Not knowing the needs of your new pet is why our animal shelters are overflowing and good animals are being euthanized.Dogs, cats, birds, fish, and even reptiles have unique needs... just like YOU! Take responsibility and know those needs.We have had many pets in the Timm household but not a one was adopted before each member of the household read two books on each pet. For us that included guinea pigs, hamster, and parakeets.The subjects of Timmothy's cartoon are guinea pigs. Knowing the proper diet of your pet is essential.The preferred basic diet for guinea pigs is unlimited amo... 04/19/2024

April 19th - National Garlic Day:Enjoy your day!Directions: Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window.To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list.Please check back for future daily puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day!Click Here To PlayIf you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal. 04/19/2024

Trivia question amswers for Wednesday April 17, 20231. Where are the doldrums? Near the equator 2. What is a navel orange missing? Seeds3. Which planet has the largest ocean in our solar system? Jupiter 4. Who played George Costanza on the TV show "Seinfeld"? Jason AlexanderTrivia questions for Thursday April 18, 20231. Who wrote the children's classic "Green Eggs and Ham"?2. Where is the oldest continuously operating zoo?3. Until 1792, Kentucky was part of which state?4. What is the largest living bird on earth? Enjoy your day..  04/18/2024

Wordless Wednesdays: Citrus Tree pruning in the back yard... Diane decided to prune the trees. Needless to say, she has been coordinating with our Gardner to do this. Hence, I was stuck dealing with them.They showed up in the afternoon while I was in the middle of keeping one deal together and negotiating two other deal.Next thing I know is they are putting cut branches into the "trash" barrel after they filled the "Green Barrel."  after they left, I was trying to salvage many of the oranges. Clearly you know for future Orange Juice.... Needless to say, managed to save some but what you see here was probably 50% the rest were lost!    Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the ... 04/17/2024

.    The Lampeter Cafe reopened recently with New Restauranteurs called a Taste of Philly . The Historic Cafe was renovated to era , a dozen years ago. I started off with a bowl of Kennett (Sq) Mushrooms Soup. It is one of the best I’ve ever had . The soup was full of several types of Mushrooms ( including my favorite Shitake ) . I also had Chicken Quesadillas that were made of non processed chicken ! My Daughter had Chicken Tacos, again shredded Chicken- huge and a cup of Homemade Mac & Cheese . Finally she sawtheir Dessert Display when we came in . One of her favorite was there , Italian Lemon Cream Cake and from the photo above , took some home . They have a unique Menu that you will like .  04/17/2024

 You are not going to make yourself look better by blowing out someone else's candles. Don't let your ice cream melt while you are counting someone else's sprinkles.  Stay clapping for other's until it is your turn to be clapped for.I am big on treating people with respect.  (That means even the people that you may not be fond of). As the old saying goes ... kill 'em with kindness! Smile at the world and the world and the world just might smile back! Happy Hump Day Everyone! The Elkins Home Selling Team with Elite Realty Group provides services with Morristown TN Real Estate For Sale and Morristown TN Homes For Sale to home buyers and home sellers in Morristown Tennessee, Whitesburg, Talbott, Russellville, Sevierville, Bean Station, Dandridge, Pigeon Forge and surrounding communities.We... 04/17/2024

"I won't be able to see you anymore...because of my obligations..." Barry White I have some background music playing while I weed through emails this morning and I was thinking about work/life balance.We were at a business luncheon yesterday when a young escrow agent was telling a story of her envy regarding another professional who said as a means of persuasion, "I can work my own hours and vacation when I want...I can always take my phone and computer on vacation!"My business partner and I both laughed and grimaced simultaneously...we each know the many "vacations" we took where the phone or computer took us from our joy and relaxation of the moment.Work/life balance is tough - especially if you need every paycheck.But "obligations" can overwhelm us until we find ourselves too busy to... 04/18/2024

Yesterday Candice A. Donofrio posted a question about the AI Real Estate agent JOY. I had one of those "in the middle of the night thoughts" that I wanted to share with you.Back in the 70's there was a very creative musician/song writer who had a couple of monstrous hits.  I am talking about Harry Nilsson. One non-hit but hilarious song was called JOY. Best line:Joy to the world was a beautiful girlBut to me Joy meant only sorrow.The other day, I met a girl named JoyShe said "Come here, I'm gonna make you my Joy Boy"Well, things went good, things went badNow, every time I think of Joy it makes me sadIt makes me sadThe other day, I met a girl named JoyShe said "Roy, I'm gonna make you my Joy Boy"Well, she took me for a ride, sort of a joyrideNow, every time I think of Joy I get all weird... 04/17/2024

My attention was snagged by the notion of blank space today as I contemplated an early morning blog.My inbox shared thoughts by speaker Seth Godin, "Blank pages beg to be filled, and it helps to have them around."I thought of the Chinese and Japanese art of space and found these thoughts, "Zen artists in particular appreciated the dynamic vitality created by empty areas. They saw in them a signifier of the Buddhist notion of emptiness as the ultimate reality. In this context emptiness doesn’t signify lack or something negative. Instead, it can be understood as an energetic field of infinite potentiality. "and, "White spaces can be profoundly beautiful; full of mystery and promise, a reminder of the infinite potential that dwells within nature--and each of us. " Victoria ScarlettJan Rish... 04/17/2024

April 18th - National Animal Crackers Day:Enjoy your day!Directions: Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window.To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list.Please check back for future daily puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day!Click Here To PlayIf you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal. 04/18/2024

Hey there, Mustang enthusiasts! Can you believe it? It's been a glorious 60 years since the iconic Ford Mustang first hit the streets and stole our hearts. As we pop the hood and take a joyride down memory lane, let's rev up our engines and celebrate this milestone anniversary in style.The Birth of an IconBack in 1964, the automotive world changed forever when Ford unveiled the first-ever Mustang at the New York World's Fair. This sleek and sporty pony car was an instant sensation, capturing the imagination of drivers young and old. With its distinctive design, powerful performance, and affordable price tag, the Mustang became an instant classic and a symbol of American ingenuity.Muscle Through the DecadesOver the past six decades, the Mustang has evolved and adapted, but its spirit rem... 04/17/2024