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I've been thinning out some of my accumulated stuff - these Tupperware boxes had to go. While I loved the colours, the fact they didn't nest for storage always baffled me, to the point of irritation.
FYI the Tupperware Party became a thing of the past in 2024 when the firm changed hands. No more high pressure sales from Aunty Mildred!
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In a corner of the library is a tea and cake stand, run by volunteers from the Firiends of Lancaster Library. After a morning at work, a slice of coffee and walnut cake with a nice cup of coffee was what I needed. Looking up at the ceiling, I noticed these words. I thought they were rather fun.
Cream tea. This is a Cornish way of doing it; jam then cream. In Devon it's the other way around.
Given that this cream is from Cornwall and I have Cornish heritage, it's jam then cream.
In America and Canada it's hard to get clotted cream apparently. You can make your own in a slow cooker. Just dump a pint of pasteurized heavy cream into the pot for about 8 hours on warm. Remove the crock gently ... there are now two layers of cream and rough handling could recombine them. Then cool in the fridge for about 6 hours to thicken. then scoop off the clotted cream on top and store for up to 5 days in the fridge. The runny cream at the bottom can be used how you wish. On cornflakes is always fun 😁
A triangulation point, or trig point, consists of a concrete or stone pillar, typically around 1.2 meters high, with a brass plate on top. This plate, often called a "spider," has three arms and a central depression for mounting a surveying instrument like a theodolite. There should be a plug in the middle, to prevent ingress of dirt and water that could interfere with the theodolite - this one is missing (probably taken as a souvenir).
This is a mounting block on the side of a house in Garstang. Note the variety of sizes, to accommodate riders and horses of different sizes: small, medium, and large.
Small, medium, and large sizes in clothes first came about during the American Civil Ware, when uniform manufacturers found it easier to produce uniforms in only three sizes, and have regimental tailors do the adjustments once the uniform had been issued. Junior ranks were expected to do their own sewing for simple things.
The beloved Music Room is once again obscured by scaffolding. It's a substantial framework to support repairs to the roof.
I'm reminded of Patsy Stone in the TV comedy, absolutely Fabulous and here efforts to preserve her appearance.
Mix everything together, make a log and bake it for about 25 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes and cut on the bias into 10 mm pieces. Return to the oven and back for another 20 minutes, turning after 10 minutes. Remove and cool on a rack.
There are many opnions about how long to leave them to cool before putting into an airtight container. I'm going with 12 hours, so that they stay crisp and dunkable.
The title is the motto of the BBC.
The BBC was founded in 1922. I was awoken this morning with thoughts of how the BBC should be funded, the purpose of the national broadcaster, and what do I want from it. And then, how much is it worth to me.
These days , I only listen to Radio 3. The news programs I find selective and usually shallow. The regional channels are irrelevant to me. I don't watch TV. The World Service is OK. I seldom use the website.
Currently TV owners pay an annual licence fee that generates 3 billion Pounds of revenue to the BBC. Their annual budget is about 5 billion.
The radio has been a lifelong friend. There was a radio licence in UK until 1971. How much would that be today if reintroduced?
Should I just switch to Radio New Zealand Concert and be done with it?!
I wonder how other countries fund their Public Service Broadcasters.
A cheap set of scales and a cheap grinder. No matter. Grinder on scales and set tare. Add beans to desired weight and grind away!
It's not much faffing about and it means you get more consistent results.
And who could resist these oily Brazilian beans?!
Jean Genet's writing appeared on my radar at school. An intellectual outlier. Some would describe him as a wretch.
I hope this copy is still for sale.
Sir Thomas Trevor was a lawyer who eventually became Lord Privy Seal. I expect he had a good collection of wigs and hats.
The Prince of Wales' badge consists of three feathers and was first used in the 1300s by the Black Prince.
I've given today's overnight bran and banana a liberal dusting with cinnamon.
Cooking later this morning - I wonder what it will be.
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While fiddling with my phone I discovered that I sleep along this alignment.
Search for angel numbers, numerology, and i-ching and you will find out why I'm pleased with this.
Stretching out for miles, the sands meet the bay. Black Combe in the distance.
A vital resting place for migrating birds.
Today it was silent and very restful.
These were 'finished' when I brought them home, but a spoon of sugar and a soluble aspirin in the water revived them for a while. Nothing lasts forever and now these pretty sunflowers are just a fading memory.
Some of you might know I have memory problems, hence why I write and take pictures of apparently everything. When memories fade, what is left?
Excellent locally-blended tea, served by friendly staff in immaculate porcelain.
A place to linger for a while.
You guessed it: I've been back to the dentist.
But at least there is some sunlight today, and the air is clear enough to see across the bay to Black Combe.
Fun facts: people have lived and worked the slopes of Black Combe for over 10,000 years, without interruption. There are even fossilized footprints in the beach, and remains of shellfish high up on the combe itself.
like the blush under your cheek, and I'll even settle for that. Whatever.
Currently reading. Whenever we're apart we're always connected by Carol Ann Duffy.
Today is grey, windy and wet outside. How better to brighten things up than with some oranges?
I was surprised by the redness of these treasures from the market. Goodness knows where they were grown.
Prickly things, they used to be put into wooden frames and used to brush down guardsmen's red tunics. Teasels are very effective at raising the nap on cloth and are gentle enough to use on cashmere.
The coffee emerges more quietly than a sigh. I keep the lid open in order to keep an eye on progress. As soon as it starts, I remove the pot from the heat to allow brewing to complete with only the residual heat. It's enough and avoids any angry hissing and spitting.
Sunday lunch ... a time for friends and family to gather. Often the centrepiece is a joint of roast meat such as beef. lamb, or pork.
Today I made a spiced parsnip and carrot soup which was simple, affordable, and very satisfying.
Chop and sauté onions. garlic. celery, carrots, and add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 3 cm of chopped ginger, a couple of bay leaves and a good amount of sage. Chop the parsnips and add to the mix. Cook some more and then add the stock. I had some nice chicken stock today, but veggie stock would do.
Lid on and bring to pressure and cook for 15 minutes. Rest for a further 15, then serve with crusty bread.
Lancaster Priory was established in 1094 by Roger de Poitou. It was Benedictine. This doorway is a later construction. An octagonal stone font that was found in the garden suggests the Priory was built over an existing Saxon place of worship.
I went to class this morning and noticed this vertical garden in the making. A clever use or limited space.
In an effort to solve my networking problems, I turned off Bluetooth and WiFi. Wired mouse, wired keyboard, and Ethernet cable to the router.
Did it make a difference? Not really. The problem wasn't at my end of the connexion!
Today was chilly so I made the guys some tomato soup. I have a feeling the basil might have been a bit confusing but I only had one bowl returned.
My soup wasn't as red as the one in my recipe book. No idea why. Anyone have any ideas to share?
At least my bread crusted up nicely 😁
After cooking the onions, and garlic, add the chopped fruit and veggies and let them sweat on a medium heat for 15 minutes.
Stir from time to time to prevent burning.
After several fires the building has become structurally unsound. There's no money for demolition so I expect the council is hoping for the building to collapse.
I just read this graphic philosophy book over morning coffee. Possibly the best thing I've read all year.