CoTT 2 House of Cards

[Albert1434]

Cold tonight 32f/0c

[Albert1434]

Were starting a drought no rain or snow for the next 4 weeks

Edited November 28, 2020 by Albert1434

[Timothy M.]

7 hours ago, Valkyrie said:

I'm beating @Timothy M. to the punch, posting this one.  

It should have been Denmark saying sne-tissemænd in the comic, Sweden is much too bashful to enjoy those sculptures. And he probably has them in the far North of the country, too, while we would never get enough snow. But otherwise it was funny.  

[dughlas]

10 hours ago, Marty said:

In Ireland, Little Christmas is the traditional name for  the Feast of the Epiphany (January 6th), celebrated after the conclusion of the twelve days of Christmas.

It is also called in Irish Nollaig na mBan ("Women's Christmas") because, traditionally, Irish men take on household duties for the day.

So maybe that's why Aunti Mame would be hoping for a little Christmas.

 My reference seemed to fit today's circumstances. In the play Mame life has taken a sudden downturn for Auntie Mame and her household with the 1929 Wall Street Crash and the loss of her fortune. In 1929 the world was turned on its head with the start of the Great Depression. In 2020 its the COVID-19 Pandemic.

I like the Irish Little Christmas too.

[dughlas]

10 hours ago, Marty said:

Yes, there was originally a wider window, as can be seen by the lintel, which carries on across the brickwork. As, and when, I ever get round to repairing it, I shall open it up to its full width again.

As to what makes me less than totally happy about it, I think I should have maybe taken it in landscape format to show the full lintel... Truth be told, I'm never totally happy with any of my photographs. But I think that's a fairly common fault with most artists (if I dare use such a word to try and describe my photographic skills - or lack thereof).

Thanks. I thought as much too from the lintel but still remain curious as to the why of it.

I like this as it is. It brings attention to the window as it is. Including more of the lintel brings focus to the window as it was. Both are laudable but is one better than the other? Have you considered retaking the photo in landscape? Does it actually make for a better photo? You know that once you've taken that perfect photo you'll achieve something no one else ever has but then what'll ye do lad?

[dughlas]

9 hours ago, Albert1434 said:

Tonight we had for dinner

Chesapeake Shrimp and Grits

with corn and tomatoes

Hmmm, we had a Carolina Low Country Shrimp 'n Grits. No corn but always tomatoes plus diced onion and celery. Most eateries here about add some form of sausage, typically Andouille but that isn't traditional Low Country. Plus mum doesn't care for sausage particularly one with spiciness. Including sausage is more a Gulf Coast preparation. In New Orleans Tasso ham is a common addition as well. One I like. It adds a bit of smokiness to the flavor. 

May I ask what makes it Chesapeake Shrimp and Grits, preparation or ingredients?

[dughlas]

9 hours ago, Valkyrie said:

I had leftover roasted veggies and turkey with gravy.  And cake for dessert  

We finished our meal with warmed pecan pie and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

[dughlas]

7 hours ago, Albert1434 said:

Anyone else think that criiter is contemplating having that child for lunch?

[dughlas]

7 hours ago, Albert1434 said:

Cold tonight 32f/0c

Wool socks.

[Marty]

9 hours ago, Headstall said:

You're definitely worthy of the title of Artist, Marty.  

Aw shucks, Gary... 

You certainly know how to make a grown man blush.

Spoiler

 

[Marty]

9 hours ago, Valkyrie said:

You are most definitely an artist   

[Marty]

22 minutes ago, dughlas said:

You know that once you've taken that perfect photo you'll achieve something no one else ever has but then what'll ye do lad?

Maybe try it again,  but in colour?  

[Marty]

32 minutes ago, dughlas said:

 My reference seemed to fit today's circumstances. In the play Mame life has taken a sudden downturn for Auntie Mame and her household with the 1929 Wall Street Crash and the loss of her fortune. In 1929 the world was turned on its head with the start of the Great Depression. In 2020 its the COVID-19 Pandemic.

I like the Irish Little Christmas too.

Ah! Having not seen the play, I didn't realise the reference you were making.

[Marty]

7 minutes ago, dughlas said:

Anyone else think that criiter is contemplating having that child for lunch?

 

[Marty]

10 minutes ago, dughlas said:

Wool socks.

Ask @clochette nicely, and she might knit you a pair, @Albert1434! 

[Marty]

9 hours ago, Headstall said:

I was for a while... my daughter came by with her new car (it's beautiful) and the groceries and by the time I had them put away I was feeling pretty weak. I'm resting now. There's still white spots on my throat, but I can swallow without pain, so I'm getting better. 

Glad you're slowly getting better, Gary.

I'll just take this opportunity to suggest that both clochette and dughlas should try to avoid making any innuendos about the colour of the spots in Gary's throat.

 

[Marty]

8 hours ago, Albert1434 said:

Well maybe you should

Why? Does Ogopogo have a cure for sore throats?

[Marty]

8 hours ago, Albert1434 said:

Cold tonight 32f/0c

[clochette]

17 minutes ago, Marty said:

Ask @clochette nicely, and she might knit you a pair, @Albert1434! 

I don't knit,  I crochet . I only have 2 hands, how am I supposed to deal with 2 needles PLUS yarn?! Same for driving: 3 pedals, 2 feet 🤯  

Edited November 28, 2020 by clochette

[clochette]

9 minutes ago, Marty said:

Glad you're slowly getting better, Gary.

I'll just take this opportunity to suggest that both clochette and dughlas should try to avoid making any innuendos about the colour of the spots in Gary's throat.

 

Me?  

[Marty]

6 minutes ago, clochette said:

Me?  

Oui !! Toi !!

Edited November 28, 2020 by Marty
Tidying up

[Valkyrie]

57 minutes ago, Marty said:

 

[Albert1434]

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[Albert1434]

Aloha All

[Sherye Story Reader]

2 minutes ago, Albert1434 said:

Aloha All

Aloha to you too, @Albert1434