Sudokuaholics Anonymous 8

Bean...Here we say 'If the shoe fits...but.... in your case, the cap will do very nicely..... LOL!
Thanks for the update on Vici's safe return to the states.
Gail, I too have been very impressed with the way the troops are recognized, remembered and held in high esteem from a very large number in the over-all population in Aussie land...unfortunately, we in the U.S. no longer seem to demonstrate our support as openly.
Its a shame because our men and women need to be fully aware that their efforts are backed by the entire population, regardless to how one may feel about the wars that are being fought. The lack of popularity of the war in Viet-Nam seemed to mark the end of the open support given to our service men and women who defend this country. I don't think its because Americans care less, simply put however, is that the busy lives that we lead have taken precedence over our outward displays of support..i.e, attendance at memorial ceremonies, flag displays, etc...we need to do better...I'm so glad Aussies continue to take time out of their schedules to demonstrate the all important support beyond lip service. Congratulations!

Happy Dance, Vici is home safe and sound.
Strange Mama, I always thought the US had a very strong conviction regarding those fighting for our freedom. Something I would never had known if I had not met all you wonderful people.

Evening all!
Liz, I think I would stay away - I'd be crying my eyes out!
Mamacita - that happens to me sometimes too when I'm visiting the big zoos. I just back away for a while, go do something else, and it comes good.
Broni - one foot??? That has to be a record. I bet you never went near another one.
Gail, I'm always a wreck at those ceremonies too.
Cyn, I'm glad you didn't get attacked with a towel, but I was kind of hoping, mean person that I am, that you would have a chance to try out the advice Liz gave so you could tell us how she responded.
and over the page....

Retired rather ungracefully Zusy hehe!

Today's story: I was trying to get out of our street to take Ally to Taekwondo and was having quite a bit of trouble. Our little dead end street turns onto an 80kph road that leads to the Navy base so has heavy traffic twice a day, but is usually okay the rest of the time. I suspected the highway must be closed and people were using the road as a detour. Turns out I was right. A poor motorbike rider hit a kangaroo with the worst of consequences. Sigh. Somebody's child, parent, spouse.....

8 weeks later non weight bearing and had to learn how to walk again. Talk about adding insult to injury..... my darling cous Maz brought little plastic skateboards for me and hung them around my bed.

Broni, I suspect you were ladylike and quite restrained when you hurt yourself and not ungraceful at all!! I was much more dramatic when I hurt myself - both times. I am just an attention seeker I guess. The first time I slid along the road beside my motorbike for about 10 metres. The blokes on the side of the road looked extremely shocked, even more so when my first words were about the bike. The second time I broke a steering wheel with my face and created quite a cuffuffle because they couldn't get me out of the car. Both of our new cars have air bags - wish I'd had one back then!

Why am I not surprised that Maz would do that? I think she's a scream!

Yep Zusy she would have to be an honourary Dag!
Ladylike??? Me!!!!! got to be joking?!?
Long story but my brother and then hubby picked me up, brother looked at me and asked 'does it hurt much?' in shock I said 'not much' his reply was 'don't worry it will' trust me he was not wrong.
Zusy don't think my first words would have been about the bike but would not be repeatable here unless I want to kick off again!

I'm trying to imagine coping for 8 weeks not putting any weight on a foot. Getting from A to B with crutches maybe, but other necessary activities would have been very hard. I had to clean that up for the same reason you cleaned yours up!

Hi all
Rolanda has just been bragging on face book that she is having Huzarensla for dinner.
think my flight this weekend maybe west haha

you have a hour to get here Liz.. otherwise you will miss out!!!

wouldnt even get to Melbourne airport in that time, but I am adding the ingredients I need to my shopping list right now, I am going to have to make one myself next week when I get home, easy swallow food hey, just what I am gonna need.

http://images.google.com.au/images?sourceid=navclient&rlz=1T4ADBS_enAU285AU298&q=huzarensla& amp;um=1&ie=UTF-8&ei=Qtf7SvriEoWosgPenIGSAQ&sa=X&oi=image_result_group&ct=title& amp;resnum=4&ved=0CBoQsAQwAw

Check out this site guys very very yummy

yes.. easy peasy meals.

If I dont catch you before.. good luck for next Tuesday Liz.. will be thinking of you.

Thanks Rolanda you guys better think of me as I wont be doing much of anything,except having a good sleep, and wow I am looking forward to that.

gee Liz. they all look yummy, all different versions. Mine doesn't look nearly as fancy as those.
Tante's version looks quite decorative, with egg and gherkin etc..

Yeah my Mum always used salmon in with the potatoes, this was scooped into a lettuce leaf - and the top was decorated with
cherry tomatoes - ghirkin - coctail onions - eggs - cucumber - and Mayo of course
Im sure there is more but CRAFTS has got me haha

Will have to email you sometime, my version, adapted from Tante's instructions.

Do you put beetroot in yours Rolanda?

yes I do Gail.
Potatoes, Beetroot, Egg, Apple, Lettuce, Mayo, Vinegar, Parsley, Oil...

wouldnt that make it all turn Pink
not sure how I feel about pink potatoe

So yummy..
Only ever had the Huzarensla with Beetroot in it Lizzy.

I've just realised something significant. If I had a choice between pushing the hot slidy thing around and cooking, I'd push the hot slidy thing, and I hate the hot slidy thing! Yet cooking is not a swear word and the other word for the hot slidy thing is....

You put the beetroot in at the very last minute!
Goodnight from me.
Have a great day all.

I've looked up a recipe [3 actually] and it is something I fancy having a go at making. Exactly the sort of thing I like to chow down on...YUM...

Feel free to forward me your recipe as well Rola.
Nite nite everybody...

I cook up some diced potatoes, when cooked, gently mix with mayonaise/oil/parsley mixture. Let cool, in the fridge.
Meanwhile, I mix finely diced (small tin of sliced B, drained) beetroot, with the finely diced boiled egg (2), finely diced apple (2 Granny Smiths) and finely shredded lettuce, mix well with vinegar/oil/pepper mixture. I cover it and leave in the fridge for some time.
Just before serving mix the two together, add finely diced meat.
You can also add diced Dilled Cucumber(it is like a Gherkin only nicer) to the mixture.
you can also add more Mayonaise if you like.

You all have reminded me that I need to make some pumpkin pies. I have a half dozen pie pumpkins to use up. I was given them as a thank-you for the loan of my critters to the Petting Zoo in October.

Good morning all.

Good Morning SA8.
Nola you were here over an hour before me and I am up early.

Hi Broni...I am an early riser.Are you working today?

Yes Nola, working with D&D today, oh for joy!
Did you have a good day yesterday?

Yes thanks...we just spent the day at the shops,bought a few christmas presents and a couple of watermelons from a farm.So thats what I had for tea.We both enjoyed the quiet day together.

Greg has just thrown some old bread outside and the lorikeets are making such a noise fighting over it.
It is going to be a lovely warm day here as it would be in Brisbane today.

Morning everyone. Not so hot here today thankfully. Hubby and I have some errands to run so I'd better dust of the chauffeur's cap again, he's getting very used to being a passenger!
Yesterday we went for a drive further up the mountain and did the touristy thing around the towns on Mt Dandenong. We visited the national Rhododendron Gardens and took in the 104 acres of magnificence. Most were just past their best but it was still a breathtaking place to visit.
Of course, we followed it up with a 'gail', but you knew that...

Morning all!
Nothing much planned for today. Make a few phone calls, finish curtains, push the sucky thing... After school is the usual bowling and singing routine.

Nola, I often wish I had an area that the dogs couldn't get to so I could feed the birds.

Sounds like a lovely day Gail!

Gail, visiting the gardens sounds like my kind of a nice day too.We see a lot of azalias here but very few rhods,as it is too hot.Aren't they beautiful.
Suzy..hope you manage to finish your curtains and get all your stuff done.
I have to go now.Catch you all later.

Good Morning Ladies.