Are you watching The Doctors Show on TV?
I TIVO their show as don't want to miss an episode. They talk about new technology and learning about things that go on with our bodies before we are aware.
I find most episodes to be totally fascinating.
They had an entire show on "Reversing The Aging Process."
That was for me~
One of the bits of an overwhelming information was the benefits of spices.
They talked about the multi benefit's of cinnamon, rosemary and all spices. What great information~
Reversing damage already done, yes, they say it is possible.
They recommend lots of stuff ~
plain yogurt with up to 2 teaspoons of cinnamon each day. 2 teaspoons seems a lot to me, doesn't it to you? One of the doctors went on and on about cinnamon. "Throw the mayo away...use cinnamon."
Exercise until you sweat at least ONCE A MONTH. OK...that's my style..once a month.
They informed us that a gathering of weight around the waist could be a fatty liver...
UGH. I must have one. My good times are definitely saved around my waist.
Time to try to reverse all of that I thought.
Yesterday I decided to make my favorite sandwich for lunch...I LOVE banana sandwiches...made with peanut butter OR mayo. Now, you KNOW that can't be good for someone with high cholesterol and B/P, right?
With the show information fresh in my mind, I substituted a generous sprinkling of cinnamon for mayo.
WOW..it was totally delicious. Wonder what else would explode with unexpected flavor if we left out the no-no mayo and put in cinnamon.
Potato Salad? hummmm...I don't think so..
Carrot and Raisin Salad? hummmm that might work.
What else?
Fried egg sandwich?
In the South Beach Diet book, they do substitute cinnamon for salt on tomatoes and that is a WOW taste, I know.
Why do we fall back on our old reliable stuff, like mayo and salt?
I'm going to try to take better care of myself.
Think it is too late?
Probably not.
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Friday, December 26, 2008
The Old Tattered Dishcloth
This morning after Christmas I am folding newly washed dishcloths. I use lots and lots of dishcloths when working in the kitchen ~ some have become thin and tattered ~ it is time to get a few new ones.
I use them for everything and even to wipe clean all the counter tops in the kitchen when the meal is done. I have never liked the sponge as I know the dishcloth is totally clean each time.
Watching Martha Stewart one day, there she was~ using her dishcloth to wipe clean her workspace. She commented about her thoughts they were cleaner than a sponge. " WOW," I thought, "my heroine!"
Of course, my dishcloths wear down soon but then they become the best tool in my kitchen
The older tattered dishcloths are so, so soft and perfect for any task. That's when I like them the best. Each time I pass a rack of new dishtowels, I am inclined to toss in a new one or two to replace as needed. Using this method, the all don't wear out at the same time and there are always some new enough to use when we have guests.
Thinking about this...I wonder....am I keeping my old tattered dishcloths a secret? Bet you have a few secrets too.
I use them for everything and even to wipe clean all the counter tops in the kitchen when the meal is done. I have never liked the sponge as I know the dishcloth is totally clean each time.
Watching Martha Stewart one day, there she was~ using her dishcloth to wipe clean her workspace. She commented about her thoughts they were cleaner than a sponge. " WOW," I thought, "my heroine!"
Of course, my dishcloths wear down soon but then they become the best tool in my kitchen
The older tattered dishcloths are so, so soft and perfect for any task. That's when I like them the best. Each time I pass a rack of new dishtowels, I am inclined to toss in a new one or two to replace as needed. Using this method, the all don't wear out at the same time and there are always some new enough to use when we have guests.
Thinking about this...I wonder....am I keeping my old tattered dishcloths a secret? Bet you have a few secrets too.
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Christmas Day~ 08
A sunny 40 degrees here in Northern Virginia as we prepare dinner for the family.
Last evening was wonderful we had our Traditional Christmas Eve Dinner here with "Table Gifts" for all the adults...most were framed photos of events of this past year. They are always fun. Ten were around the table ....noise level high...children were dinning together over pre-Christmas stuff downstairs.
After dinner, all the children were taken to see the Holiday lilghts in the community
and of all things...SANTA CAME WHILE THEY WERE GONE!!!
AS SANTA was leaving...they drove up...
...surprising him....he ran out the back door, dropping his big full bag on the deck as he apparently flew away~ he was almost caught.
The children were excited so, so excited....who wouldn't want to get their hands on Santa's bag of gifts...???
Interestingly enough, the gifts had all their names on them....
After the scramble...and gifts in the bag were ripped open...
all the boys wanted to get into the bag and be tossed around. HOW CUTE~
Then, the attention was on the gifts under the foyer tree.
What a wonderful evening.
Photos to follow as time allows.
MERRY CHRISTMAS.
Last evening was wonderful we had our Traditional Christmas Eve Dinner here with "Table Gifts" for all the adults...most were framed photos of events of this past year. They are always fun. Ten were around the table ....noise level high...children were dinning together over pre-Christmas stuff downstairs.
After dinner, all the children were taken to see the Holiday lilghts in the community
and of all things...SANTA CAME WHILE THEY WERE GONE!!!
AS SANTA was leaving...they drove up...
...surprising him....he ran out the back door, dropping his big full bag on the deck as he apparently flew away~ he was almost caught.
The children were excited so, so excited....who wouldn't want to get their hands on Santa's bag of gifts...???
Interestingly enough, the gifts had all their names on them....
After the scramble...and gifts in the bag were ripped open...
all the boys wanted to get into the bag and be tossed around. HOW CUTE~
Then, the attention was on the gifts under the foyer tree.
What a wonderful evening.
Photos to follow as time allows.
MERRY CHRISTMAS.
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
December 23rd~ Ready for Christmas
December 23rd~ Another calm before the storm to come on Christmas Eve here at our house. It is our pleasure to have everyone ...we are ready!!! The table is set, gifts wrapped and Santa's Suit is in a strategic location.
A bitter cold morning here...looking out, I see 11 degrees on the outdoor monitor ...my bird feeders are empty and the pond is frozen. We have left our beloved Koi and goldfish out there in the pond, as is supposed to be deep enough to hide them from ice, we are told. Spring time, we will know for sure. We are told fish hibernate in the winter.
Looks like the only snow we'll see for this Holiday will be the flake on my nail. The children closed the door of my brother's airplane on this lone finger as they were faster ...the flake covers the bruise. Everyone laughs when I show them my snowflake.
Hope you are having a warm and wonderful Holiday~
Monday, December 22, 2008
Today~
Under a clear bright sun, the City of Washington DC was beautiful as ever today. That ol' north wind was brisk making the sub freezing temperature feel like only 9 degrees.
The President's helicopters flew overhead, which is always neat to see. The Monuments looked surreal. Arlington's white grave markers stood out against the gray sleeping grass. Was calm and bitter cold~ ahhh quite before the storm, I thought. The city seems to be resting and awaiting the thousands and thousands who will gather for the Inauguration on January 20th.
Gosh, I wouldn't brave the January cold for anything...but then we have in years past.
All Hotels are booked solid with and average room that is usually $200 per night are costing $500 per night and more during this time. Local homes, condos and apartments are renting their space and bedrooms to accommodate school band and such.
News is that there is no way or at least they can't figure out how to manage the traffic, so are just closing the roads into the city.
But, today, the City was ours. I love D. C.
We plan to just kick back in the warmth of our homes and watch all January events on TV. Maybe we will have a party on the 20th~ That would be fun!
The President's helicopters flew overhead, which is always neat to see. The Monuments looked surreal. Arlington's white grave markers stood out against the gray sleeping grass. Was calm and bitter cold~ ahhh quite before the storm, I thought. The city seems to be resting and awaiting the thousands and thousands who will gather for the Inauguration on January 20th.
Gosh, I wouldn't brave the January cold for anything...but then we have in years past.
All Hotels are booked solid with and average room that is usually $200 per night are costing $500 per night and more during this time. Local homes, condos and apartments are renting their space and bedrooms to accommodate school band and such.
News is that there is no way or at least they can't figure out how to manage the traffic, so are just closing the roads into the city.
But, today, the City was ours. I love D. C.
We plan to just kick back in the warmth of our homes and watch all January events on TV. Maybe we will have a party on the 20th~ That would be fun!
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Orange Date Nut Cake
I made this cake yesterday and it is WONDERFUL~
GERMAN ORANGE DATE NUT CAKE
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
6 1/2 oz. pitted dates, chopped
4 1/2 oz. walnuts, chopped
1 c. butter
2 c. sugar (1 c. for cake, 1 c. for topping)
2 eggs1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. buttermilk1 tsp. vanilla
Grated rind and juice of 2 oranges
Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
Grease a 10-inch tube pan.
Sift flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir several tablespoons into the chopped dates and nuts. Cream the butter and 1 cup sugar. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well. Stir baking soda into the buttermilk and add the creamed mixture alternately with the flour mixture. Add vanilla, dates, nuts, orange rind and mix well. Pour into pan.
Bake 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, boil together remaining 1 cup sugar and juice from oranges.
Cook until it will make a sugar coating on cake.
GERMAN ORANGE DATE NUT CAKE
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
6 1/2 oz. pitted dates, chopped
4 1/2 oz. walnuts, chopped
1 c. butter
2 c. sugar (1 c. for cake, 1 c. for topping)
2 eggs1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. buttermilk1 tsp. vanilla
Grated rind and juice of 2 oranges
Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
Grease a 10-inch tube pan.
Sift flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir several tablespoons into the chopped dates and nuts. Cream the butter and 1 cup sugar. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well. Stir baking soda into the buttermilk and add the creamed mixture alternately with the flour mixture. Add vanilla, dates, nuts, orange rind and mix well. Pour into pan.
Bake 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, boil together remaining 1 cup sugar and juice from oranges.
Cook until it will make a sugar coating on cake.
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