Virginia
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Last night I made a portabella mushroom burger. YUMMY!!! I became a vegetarian near the end of last year so its been a bit of a struggle finding and creating meals that satisfy my hunger without making me feel as though I'm missing out. Anyways, I sauteed a large mushroom in butter w/white wine and a little garlic. The bread I used are these new flat wheat burger buns, which are a little thinner than sandwich bread. I topped it with Havarti cheese, hot house tomato, lettuce, onion, avocado with deli stone ground mustard. OMGosh!!! Talk about good eating!!! Guess what I'm going to have for dinner tonight?!
As the only herbivore in my home, I have to make two meals. For the menfolk, I made homemade broccoli and beef stir-fry. I think its safe to say they enjoyed it as there were no left overs.
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I know but she as the "new" librarian lady look. Smart, sexy, geeky, all the things that will keep the library a "happening" place!
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Thanks!
I love that impish look you have emelee! KInd of like the naughty librarian!
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You're welcome!
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Here I am, about two months ago.
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Hehe, good one.
I don't know what happened. It does seem like all of my pics are too large and the ones that seemed to fit just wouldn't post. I browsed, selected and clicked but nothing.
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I'm going to fit it in between my Hamish Macbeth and Elizabeth George!
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Haven't heard of it but I'm getting it!
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No problem.
The Edge of Nowhere
OverviewThe first young adult book by a #1 New York Times bestselling author!
Whidbey Island may be only a ferry ride from Seattle, but it's a world apart. When Becca King arrives there, she doesn't suspect the island will become her home for the next four years. Put at risk by her ability to hear "whispers"—the thoughts of others—Becca is on the run from her stepfather, whose criminal activities she has discovered. Stranded and alone, Becca is soon befriended by Derric, a Ugandon orphan adopted by a local family; Seth, a kindhearted musician and high school dropout; Debbie, a recovering alcoholic who takes her in; and Diana, with whom Becca shares a mysterious psychic connection.
This compelling coming-of-age story, the first of an ongoing sequence of books set on Whidbey Island, has elements of mystery, the paranormal, and romance. Elizabeth George, bestselling author of the Inspector Lynley crime novels, brings her elegant style, intricate plotting, incisive characterization, and top-notch storytelling to her first book for teens.
One is called The Edge of the Water
OverviewA mysterious girl who won’t speak; a coal black seal named Nera that returns to the same place very year; a bitter feud of unknown origin—strange things are happening on Whidbey Island, and Becca King, is drawn into the maelstrom of events.
But Becca, first met in The Edge of Nowhere, has her own secrets to hide. Still on the run from her criminal stepfather, Becca is living in a secret location. Even Derric, the Ugandan orphan with whom Becca shares a close, romantic relationship, can’t be allowed to know her whereabouts.
As secrets of past and present are revealed, Becca becomes aware of her growing paranormal powers, and events build to a shocking climax anticipated by no one.
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She does have another one out but I can't remember the title of it. She also has a different series out. Its more paranormal or mystical for lack of a better description! Its a coming of age book, very haunting.
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Congrats Lucy!
Talisman, all I can say is you are well rid of that place. Wipe the dust off your feet and keep it moving without looking back.
I've spent the morning taking the son to get a hair cut then came home to finalize the new family budget. I can honestly say that I have never been so detailed about it before. I got everything, including how to soften the blow by paying things weekly instead of monthly. Doesn't seem quit so scarey now.
Another dentist appointment scheduled in an a little over an hour, then its off to walk the dog and then come back to read and try my hand at jewelry making.
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I'm watching Miss Marple Mysteries. Yesterday it was Murder She Wrote and last night it was Bones. I'm on a mystery kick.
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I really LOVE Sheldon and since Amy joined the little group, his quirkiness has expanded to new levels! They just mesh together. I do wish Raj would find a human to love as much as he loves his dog. Its bordering on creepy! lol!!
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My name is Virginia and I am a Big Bang Theory addict. I am also responsible for my husband's addiction. I am a user and and enabler. Please do not attempt to help me.
Its so bad that my husband's ringtone is "Soft Kitty, Warm Kitty...." there is no 12-step program, no magic pill, no therapy for me. I am doomed, lost, LOST I SAY, lost.
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We have larger regional dialects and mostly its the words we use that will give a general idea of where a person is from. We can easily tell whose from the North, South, East and West Coast but folks tend to say or sound the same within that state, except for groups like the Geechie and Gullah. The Gullah are from African descent that have their truly own distinct language.
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According to the story, her mother married Mr. O'hara because he would take her away from sorrow. Her father was a mean old git and her mother was also detached and haughty. But her biggest reason for leaving was a broken heart. She loved a cousin who disappeared. While she loved her family, I don't think she would ever have that burning love for anyone else. Propriety and appearances.
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Yeah, Heathcliff is right up top, Scarlett of course and the bitch from The Help.
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You are so right, both partners should have the understanding of their expectations known early in the relationship and either be willing to settle, compromise or move on. And most importantly of all, each partner's contributions must be respected. My husband knows to NEVER make the mistake of thinking that his job is more important so he can say or act any kind of way. I don't mind being his "personal assistant" but I better hear a "thank you" and a "please" when a request is made. I am a wife, not a maid. If I am going to be treated as such, I'm getting paid for it! LOL!!
For most people, they can only see their value through the eyes of others.
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His daughter was interviewed on NPR a few months ago. Her life with her father was really interesting!
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A little off topic but I've always found it fascinating how Londoners (well, England for that matter) can track down a person's roots by their dialect. What I mean is, not just north or south but even local regions, East London, West London, etc. With so many different dialects, how is it possible? I only ever saw it done as a science in novels by Henry Dolittle and Sherlock Holmes!
It boggles the mind to think of the number of people you'd have to come in contact with to learn them all.
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I. Am. Guilty.
Maybe I'll tell them the tv is broken when they come to visit. Although I must say that they aren't slaves to the set. They love playing outside, going to the beach and library and playing on the computer and doing puzzles and working with playdoh and coloring pictures. They do have their favorite shows but if given the chance to go and do something and watching their show, they'd rather go and do something.
I do love that poem though. It might actually be speaking to me!
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I haven't done Rhett's People yet. Wish there was one written from Mammy's perspective!
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I do the majority of house work but I don't mind. Hubby has a very physical job (heavy equipment mechanic) and he's over 50. Not that he CAN'T do it but as I'm at home and a full time student its the least I can do. He's so very undemanding
. I'm the granddaughter of a farm wife and the daughter of a baby boomer. Interesting mix. I've had "nontraditional" jobs (law enforcement, Army, etc) but have found that I love puttering around my home. Cooking, cleaning, organizing. I love it. BUT I don't let it rule me or my family's comfort. Our house is VERY lived in! Books and magazines all over the place, grandkid's toys laid about, dog beds, etc. As long as the kitchen and bathrooms are cleaned and the laundry is done I'm easy going about other stuff. I dust because our house is a dust magnet and the grands have allergies. When you look outside all you see is yellow/green pollen.I also do most of the cooking during the weekdays but hubby also loves to cook and will do breakfast and weekend meals. Long ago I told him that I would maintain everything WITHIN the house and he had to maintain everything OUTSIDE the house. For years he would get upset with me because I would return the truck home with the gas light on. Finally I explained to him that as the truck was OUTSIDE the home, he was responsible for filling the tank.
I don't expect my husband to work 12 plus hours a day only to come home and do what I could do in less than two hours. I've hated women who call themselves "homemakers" and "housewives" yet they do nothing all day. Its like they emulate Peggy Bundy (Married...With Children).
To me, a home is a place where people LIVE. I don't do show homes. Places where you are meant to ohh and ahhh but not a place to feel welcome. I also avoid houses where the homeowners have a Hycinth Bucket mentality
honestly, who dusts their white, streamline phone with last caller redial?!I know I've gotten off topic but there is SO many subtopics to dig ones teeth into!
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Started the morning watching All Creatures Great and Small and followed it up with The Hobbit. I really can't wait til the second part is released on DVD!
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You are right, no more hiding. Elenora, you are beautiful. Lovely, warm eyes that definitely shows the loveliness within.
Emelee, your better be careful! You might cause major distractions with your pupils!