CoTT 2 House of Cards

[CassieQ]

4 hours ago, Valkyrie said:

Sounds delicious  I bought cauliflower this morning to try that cinnamon cauli you mentioned.  Dinner tonight is espresso/chocolate rubbed pork belly and shaved brussels sprouts with onion and toasted pecans.  The espresso/chocolate rub also has black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt.  The espresso/chocolate takes on a slight  bitter note that's offset by the salt.  

I miss pork.  Like,  a lot.

[Valkyrie]

1 minute ago, CassieQ said:

I miss pork.  Like,  a lot.

Are you a vegetarian? 

[CassieQ]

Pescatarian.  I'm still a newbie, I started around Halloween, so I still crave things sometimes.  Mostly pork and bacon.

[Albert1434]

So you eat seafood 

[CassieQ]

5 minutes ago, Albert1434 said:

So you eat seafood 

Yes, I do.  

Edited January 6, 2020 by CassieQ
I can give up many things, but not scallops or sushi.

[BabyXander1990]

10 hours ago, Headstall said:

I wrote a little prompt story if anyone has a few minutes...

 

Boy, I wrote a few more pages of Racing Love and I have one being created for Nifty! I must be crazy with all the stories I'm writing!! 🥴. Oh well, I do it when I have time...or when Ash and Foster Daughter watch their baby brothers (Jordan and Kipp) and foster son is busy with his schoolwork or his hobbies...

[dughlas]

Sometimes life happens in a big way ... we were in an accident on I-495 at noon today and my car was totaled. The good news is that we all walked away. Mum had a cut on her elbow that didn't require treatment and Thistle is fine. Me, I got an ambulance ride and a 3+ hour visit at the Fairfax Hospital ER. My side of the car slammed into the concrete barrier wall. Fortunately the side airbags deployed and protected my head and neck. No broken bones but the ribs on my left side are bruised. I've got contusions from my seatbelt and my left shoulder may have tendon and/or rotator cuff damage, x-rays don't show that. I'll likely be making a visit to an orthopedist in SC. The best part is that while I was on my way to the ER mum and Thistle were taken to the nearby fire station where they were well looked after. Mum had coffee and once he relaxed Thistle explored until his heart's content. The guys went online to help mum find a rental car. The local rental places were closed so the nearest available was AVIS at Reagan International Airport. One of the guys took them there to pick up the car then led mum to the hospital to meet me. When mum was having trouble with the lady at my insurance agency he took the phone from mum and got things sorted. They were so kind and helpful. We collected our personal things from my car. It was taken to a nearby salvage yard until my insurance arranges to pick it up. After a five hour delay we continued south and are currently lodged in the motel where we had made reservations. While I'm very sore and shaken things might have been far worse. Now I just need to find a comfortable position for sleeping.

[Headstall]

3 hours ago, Bucket1 said:

All this talk of yummy food but it’s only breakfast time here in the future...

You have something to look forward to.   Hey, B.  

[BabyXander1990]

6 hours ago, CassieQ said:

I'm about to try to cook some sweet potato curry! 

CassieQ must be Gordon Ramsey, with all the things he's making!!! I love to cook...and sometimes I go overboard with things, but most of my experiments are good!!🍲🥗🧀🥓

[BabyXander1990]

6 hours ago, Valkyrie said:

Sounds delicious  I bought cauliflower this morning to try that cinnamon cauli you mentioned.  Dinner tonight is espresso/chocolate rubbed pork belly and shaved brussels sprouts with onion and toasted pecans.  The espresso/chocolate rub also has black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt.  The espresso/chocolate takes on a slight  bitter note that's offset by the salt.  

Where do you get the espresso/chocolate rub?

[BabyXander1990]

3 hours ago, Page Scrawler said:

We had burritos for dinner. Bacon, scrambled eggs, and cheese with apple Pico de Gallo, wrapped in homemade tortillas.   

Had buffalo burgers tonight!! Along with homemade chicken noodle soup and salad!!

[Headstall]

3 minutes ago, dughlas said:

Sometimes life happens in a big way ... we were in an accident on I-495 at noon today and my car was totaled. The good news is that we all walked away. Mum had a cut on her elbow that didn't require treatment and Thistle is fine. Me, I got an ambulance ride and a 3+ hour visit at the Fairfax Hospital ER. My side of the car slammed into the concrete barrier wall. Fortunately the side airbags deployed and protected my head and neck. No broken bones but the ribs on my left side are bruised. I've got contusions from my seatbelt and my left shoulder may have tendon and/or rotator cuff damage, x-rays don't show that. I'll likely be making a visit to an orthopedist in SC. The best part is that while I was on my way to the ER mum and Thistle were taken to the nearby fire station where they were well looked after. Mum had coffee and once he relaxed Thistle explored until his heart's content. The guys went online to help mum find a rental car. The local rental places were closed so the nearest available was AVIS at Reagan International Airport. One of the guys took them there to pick up the car then led mum to the hospital to meet me. When mum was having trouble with the lady at my insurance agency he took the phone from mum and got things sorted. They were so kind and helpful. We collected our personal things from my car. It was taken to a nearby salvage yard until my insurance arranges to pick it up. After a five hour delay we continued south and are currently lodged in the motel where we had made reservations. While I'm very sore and shaken things might have been far worse. Now I just need to find a comfortable position for sleeping.

Oh my, dugh! Thank God you weren't hurt worse than you were. And Thank God Mum and Thistle are okay.   The fire station people sound just awesome. Take care of yourself... I hope you are able to get some sleep, and aren't too sore in the morning. Be safe, bro...   

[BabyXander1990]

9 minutes ago, dughlas said:

Sometimes life happens in a big way ... we were in an accident on I-495 at noon today and my car was totaled. The good news is that we all walked away. Mum had a cut on her elbow that didn't require treatment and Thistle is fine. Me, I got an ambulance ride and a 3+ hour visit at the Fairfax Hospital ER. My side of the car slammed into the concrete barrier wall. Fortunately the side airbags deployed and protected my head and neck. No broken bones but the ribs on my left side are bruised. I've got contusions from my seatbelt and my left shoulder may have tendon and/or rotator cuff damage, x-rays don't show that. I'll likely be making a visit to an orthopedist in SC. The best part is that while I was on my way to the ER mum and Thistle were taken to the nearby fire station where they were well looked after. Mum had coffee and once he relaxed Thistle explored until his heart's content. The guys went online to help mum find a rental car. The local rental places were closed so the nearest available was AVIS at Reagan International Airport. One of the guys took them there to pick up the car then led mum to the hospital to meet me. When mum was having trouble with the lady at my insurance agency he took the phone from mum and got things sorted. They were so kind and helpful. We collected our personal things from my car. It was taken to a nearby salvage yard until my insurance arranges to pick it up. After a five hour delay we continued south and are currently lodged in the motel where we had made reservations. While I'm very sore and shaken things might have been far worse. Now I just need to find a comfortable position for sleeping.

Sorry to hear your car was totaled! What happened?

[CassieQ]

32 minutes ago, dughlas said:

Sometimes life happens in a big way ... we were in an accident on I-495 at noon today and my car was totaled. The good news is that we all walked away. Mum had a cut on her elbow that didn't require treatment and Thistle is fine. Me, I got an ambulance ride and a 3+ hour visit at the Fairfax Hospital ER. My side of the car slammed into the concrete barrier wall. Fortunately the side airbags deployed and protected my head and neck. No broken bones but the ribs on my left side are bruised. I've got contusions from my seatbelt and my left shoulder may have tendon and/or rotator cuff damage, x-rays don't show that. I'll likely be making a visit to an orthopedist in SC. The best part is that while I was on my way to the ER mum and Thistle were taken to the nearby fire station where they were well looked after. Mum had coffee and once he relaxed Thistle explored until his heart's content. The guys went online to help mum find a rental car. The local rental places were closed so the nearest available was AVIS at Reagan International Airport. One of the guys took them there to pick up the car then led mum to the hospital to meet me. When mum was having trouble with the lady at my insurance agency he took the phone from mum and got things sorted. They were so kind and helpful. We collected our personal things from my car. It was taken to a nearby salvage yard until my insurance arranges to pick it up. After a five hour delay we continued south and are currently lodged in the motel where we had made reservations. While I'm very sore and shaken things might have been far worse. Now I just need to find a comfortable position for sleeping.

My God.  That's really scary to go through.  I'm glad you weren't more seriously injured!

[CassieQ]

31 minutes ago, BabyXander1990 said:

CassieQ must be Gordon Ramsey, with all the things he's making!!! I love to cook...and sometimes I go overboard with things, but most of my experiments are good!!🍲🥗🧀🥓

I am no Gordon Ramsey, but I have recently changed my diet and want to be able to cook accordingly.  I don't know much about cooking,  but am trying to learn more.  A girl can't survive on pizza alone!

[Valkyrie]

41 minutes ago, dughlas said:

Sometimes life happens in a big way ... we were in an accident on I-495 at noon today and my car was totaled. The good news is that we all walked away. Mum had a cut on her elbow that didn't require treatment and Thistle is fine. Me, I got an ambulance ride and a 3+ hour visit at the Fairfax Hospital ER. My side of the car slammed into the concrete barrier wall. Fortunately the side airbags deployed and protected my head and neck. No broken bones but the ribs on my left side are bruised. I've got contusions from my seatbelt and my left shoulder may have tendon and/or rotator cuff damage, x-rays don't show that. I'll likely be making a visit to an orthopedist in SC. The best part is that while I was on my way to the ER mum and Thistle were taken to the nearby fire station where they were well looked after. Mum had coffee and once he relaxed Thistle explored until his heart's content. The guys went online to help mum find a rental car. The local rental places were closed so the nearest available was AVIS at Reagan International Airport. One of the guys took them there to pick up the car then led mum to the hospital to meet me. When mum was having trouble with the lady at my insurance agency he took the phone from mum and got things sorted. They were so kind and helpful. We collected our personal things from my car. It was taken to a nearby salvage yard until my insurance arranges to pick it up. After a five hour delay we continued south and are currently lodged in the motel where we had made reservations. While I'm very sore and shaken things might have been far worse. Now I just need to find a comfortable position for sleeping.

OMG  I'm so glad you are all ok       I'm glad the firemen took such good care of mum and Thistle   

[Valkyrie]

39 minutes ago, BabyXander1990 said:

Where do you get the espresso/chocolate rub?

I made it.  I don't remember the proportions, but it was espresso, cocoa powder, garlic powder, black pepper, chili powder, and salt.  If I make this again, I'd slightly reduce the salt and add more chili powder.  

[Valkyrie]

10 minutes ago, CassieQ said:

I am no Gordon Ramsey, but I have recently changed my diet and want to be able to cook accordingly.  I don't know much about cooking,  but am trying to learn more.  A girl can't survive on pizza alone!

You can't?  *faints*  

[Bucket1]

2 hours ago, dughlas said:

Sometimes life happens in a big way ...

OMG glad to hear you are all ok. Bluefish scary

[Page Scrawler]

3 hours ago, dughlas said:

Sometimes life happens in a big way ...

OMG, Dugh!       I'm glad that Mum and the pup are no worse for wear. I hope your injuries will heal soon.   It could have turned out a lot worse, so count your blessings!

[dughlas]

8 hours ago, BabyXander1990 said:

Where do you get the espresso/chocolate rub?

I would make it myself with instant expresso and cocoa powder adding other things based on taste. Curious to see how Val did it.

[dughlas]

7 hours ago, CassieQ said:

I am no Gordon Ramsey, but I have recently changed my diet and want to be able to cook accordingly.  I don't know much about cooking,  but am trying to learn more.  A girl can't survive on pizza alone!

I made a really good shrimp pizza last winter. Basically lightly cooked shrimp in a scampi type sauce spread over fresh pizza dough with italian cheese blend scattered over top. Baked it in a hot castiron skillet at 450° until the crust was baked and the cheese was bubbly. About 10 minutes.

[dughlas]

5 hours ago, Page Scrawler said:

OMG, Dugh!       I'm glad that Mum and the pup are no worse for wear. I hope your injuries will heal soon.   It could have turned out a lot worse, so count your blessings!

Yeah, we were very fortunate. The car sacrificed itself to protect us.

7 hours ago, Valkyrie said:

OMG  I'm so glad you are all ok       I'm glad the firemen took such good care of mum and Thistle   

The firemen were wonderful. Mum gave the one who ran her around a big hug before he left us. I'm going try and find them so I can send them a thank you.

[Valkyrie]

26 minutes ago, dughlas said:

I would make it myself with instant expresso and cocoa powder adding other things based on taste. Curious to see how Val did it.

Exactly the same  

[Valkyrie]

19 minutes ago, dughlas said:

I made a really good shrimp pizza last winter. Basically lightly cooked shrimp in a scampi type sauce spread over fresh pizza dough with italian cheese blend scattered over top. Baked it in a hot castiron skillet at 450° until the crust was baked and the cheese was bubbly. About 10 minutes.