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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 30, 2020 9:26:16 GMT -5
"On November 30th, National Mason Jar Day commemorates an ingenious invention thatβs been bringing families together for generations. Simply by opening a jar of fruit preserves or spicy salsa, we enjoy the flavors of summer in the midst of winter. For those who love to pickle, the Mason jar rescues fruits and veggies from the garden. From green beans to watermelon, we make them sweet or spicy! While food preservation has existed for centuries, John Landis Mason from New Jersey made home canning safe. The young tinsmithβs patent #22186 for an βImprovement in screwneck bottlesβ issued a revolutionary design. Since then, gardeners have been canning. They stocked their pantries from their victory gardens. Some padded their wallets with their heirloom collections. And many more shared their bounty as colorful gifts. Mason jars pull double duty as beautiful DIY projects in shabby chic vases or as an artfully painted desk caddy. However, we use these versatile vessels, this holiday delight in their existence and their utility."
My notes: Who uses mason jars? They have a wide variety of uses. We use a few around here for vases, storage, etc.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 30, 2021 9:16:29 GMT -5
"On November 30th, National Mousse Day serves up a delicious treat that can be savory or sweet. What can we say about mousse? The word βmousseβ in French means βfoam.β Typically, we whip egg whites or cream to make a mousse. Depending on the type of mousse, its consistency can vary from light and airy to thick and creamy. This versatile dish lends itself well to both desserts and savory recipes. In fact, several types of mousse can be served at the same meal. From a smokey salmon mousse as the first course to a tart lemon or creamy chocolate mousse for dessert, there is virtually no limit to the flavors we can incorporate into a mousse. Mousse can also be used as a filling for other dishes such as pastries and parfaits. A savory mousse pairs well with fruit and cheese plates making beautiful appetizers, too."
My notes: Do you like mousse or pudding better? Both are just fine with me! Especially chocolate!
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Post by spg on Nov 30, 2021 10:00:12 GMT -5
I used to like chocolate a lot. But these days I purposefully try to stay away from that flavour. Not that I succeeded 100% but I am doing good. There is too much of it all around and I thought it would be nice to control it a bit.
Never tried this one so far. Maybe we could do a HOST meetup and get a chance to try some.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 30, 2021 12:15:31 GMT -5
I used to like chocolate a lot. But these days I purposefully try to stay away from that flavour. Not that I succeeded 100% but I am doing good. There is too much of it all around and I thought it would be nice to control it a bit. Never tried this one so far. Maybe we could do a HOST meetup and get a chance to try some. Chocolate is one thing I can't give up lol But I do make it organic or at least natural. I limit sugar so my chocolate isn't as bad as many others out there. A HOST meetup would be cool!
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Post by spg on Nov 30, 2021 17:19:22 GMT -5
Place and date please You are right. Chocolate is too addictive. I do not hate sugar. It is ok to consume it if we do enough physical activity.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Dec 1, 2021 9:32:27 GMT -5
Place and date please Wish we had more Reactions in here other than just LIKE lol
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Post by spg on Dec 1, 2021 14:34:08 GMT -5
ha ha. Sure there isn't one? Proboards people seem to have an addon for everything. I hope you know how to add an emoji here.
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Post by lainee on Dec 1, 2021 16:48:13 GMT -5
ZandraJoi, spg, I love chocolate...the darker, the better. And, instead of mousse, make mine pudding, please. :-) And, those emojis are making me hungry
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Post by Bob on Dec 1, 2021 20:07:22 GMT -5
Whatβs the difference? lol
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Post by ZandraJoi on Dec 1, 2021 21:16:45 GMT -5
ha ha. Sure there isn't one? Proboards people seem to have an addon for everything. I hope you know how to add an emoji here. π π π΄ like these.. They do have a Reactions plug-in but it just has a happy face, sad face. Not Agree, Love, etc like Xenforo. & it's an older plug-in, I don't think they do notifications when somebody uses it. I know the LOL & the Hugs reactions don't notify. Kinda defeats the purpose. That is something they have to fix. π³ π¬ Had to find a site first lol
Whatβs the difference? lol "Pudding is made by cooking the milk and sugar base and adding cornstarch to thicken the mixture. ... Mousse is made by folding beaten egg whites or whipped cream into a cold milk and sugar base. Unlike pudding, mousse is not cooked and the addition of air to the mixture leads to a fluffier consistency and lighter texture." Both are yummy tho lol
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Post by spg on Dec 1, 2021 21:23:14 GMT -5
Nice to know.
Yes, reaction notifications would be a very nice feature.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 30, 2022 9:45:38 GMT -5
"On November 30th, National Mississippi Day recognizes the home of the Delta blues and the 20th state to join the union. How did you learn to spell Mississippi? Was it the M-I crooked letter-crooked letter-I-crooked letter-crooked letter-I-humpback-humpback-I rhyme? Or did you keep track of the seconds by counting one Mississippi, two Mississippi? If you did, youβre not alone. Millions around the country recall doing this and other similar word associations with the name Mississippi!"
My notes: What do you like about Mississippi? I've never been down south except to Florida.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 30, 2023 9:25:36 GMT -5
"On November 30th, Stay Home Because You're Well Day gives us an excuse to stay in for the day. We all need a break, and it is nice to take it when we are healthy and can enjoy it. That said, if everyone in the working world took the same day to stay home because we were well, chaos would ensue. We all need time alone. It is essential to disconnect from our daily routines. Sometimes a checklist of things we need to do calls to us. Others have no idea what we'd do left to our own devices."
My notes: This day can be used for Self-Care, however, when one is forced to stay home, it can backfire. A well person can become sick from the stress & needless worry as what happened during 2020. A Self-Care day is to take care of yourself, not to live in fear.
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Post by lainee on Nov 30, 2023 16:00:35 GMT -5
Great idea for a 'Day'! And, yeah, do it when you feel GOOD! That way you can actually take pleasure in your day and whatever you choose to do with it If you're sick or forced to take the day off...well, it just wouldn't be as enjoyable.
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Post by Bob on Dec 9, 2023 20:02:16 GMT -5
It's called Playing Hooky lol
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