We had a problem with our hall lights, we have a longish hall in our apartment. Called the Super, he couldn't fix it, he sent for the electricians. One of them arrived at 8:45 a.m. (embarrassing, still in my nightdress - you'd think they would have been courteous enough to let us know) and removed both lights and installed LEDs. Boy are they ever bright. Almost like daylight. Not sure I actually like it but I guess we will get used to it. I think our new lights may be even flatter than this one.
Monday bowling, the last one that counted, was terrible. Two of our team bowled ahead so it was just Matt and I. He bowled better than I did.
I washed some mushrooms one morning and then had noodles for lunch - I had intended spaghetti with mushrooms for supper but figured I shouldn't have 2 lots of pasta. I then Googled for how to
store washed mushrooms. Everything said don't wash them til you want to use them, yes, I know that, but what if you do what I did? No help at all. Next day: I put the washed mushrooms into a plastic bowl with a piece of paper towel pushed down onto them and then put them in the fridge. I am now in a position to tell you that they survived in perfect condition and were very tasty when used. Which now makes me wonder, why do they always say you mustn't wash mushrooms until you are ready to use them. Maybe one day I will wash some more and see just how long they keep in usable condition.
This morning, Thursday, Matt is having his skin cancer attended to. Keep your fingers crossed please.
I decided to make some coleslaw the other day, haven't done so in a while. I like my coleslaw very crispy, crunchy. I have had coleslaws that are really soft and to me not a bit enjoyable. This recipe is one I got from a friend in the US many years ago. It's a very simple recipe but one we both enjoy. I used red pepper as I didn't have green.
Selma's Coleslaw
1 head cabbage, hand shredded
2 sticks celery, shredded
1 cucumber, chopped
1 green pepper, seeded, chopped
1 med carrot, grated
1 large onion, or more, chopped
2 Tbs Mayonnaise (I use Hellman's)
1 Tbs Vinegar
salt and pepper
1. Prepare vegetables in a large bowl. Mix mayonnaise, vinegar and seasonings. Toss vegetables in dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning to preference.
Have a great day
Fingers crossed and lots of prayers.
ReplyDeleteThanks Alex. The "what could go wrong" speech from the surgeon made me a tad nervous I must say.
DeleteI have a friend who is always dealing with skin cancer issues. She actually has had her nose rebuilt. Glad I never was a sun worshipper.
ReplyDeleteBlue Apron did a coleslaw with sweet chili paste. That was really good. I don't think I've ever had mushy coleslaw, but I usually make my own too if I have the time.
BTW, I am no fan of any of that new lighting. With light sensitive migraines, some are not pleasant to be around.
Matt too has been dealing with them for a long time. First time was in NC and that was more than 20 years ago. I have a recipe for a hot and spicy coleslaw which I like. Think I have posted it before Denise.
DeleteI never thought of migraines and the lights, but I can see that they would cause a problem. Luckily I don't go near these very often, just passing through mostly.
Chad switched all of our light to LEDs. I'm used to the unflattering lights now, but it was odd at first. You can get different kinds of LED light. I bought one bulb that's supposed to be a softer light. It's pretty much just yellow tinted.
ReplyDeletePrayers and fingers crossed for Matt!!
I love coleslaw. I like it crisp too with a good bit of tartiness.
Luckily these being in the hallway it doesn't really affect us too much Liz. Not sure I would want one in the living area though, unless it was the softer lights.
DeleteMatt has survived the op. bit of bleeding trouble but seem so have stopped now.
Sometime like it spicy others not so much.
Hi Jo - good luck for Matt and you ... take care - Hilary
ReplyDeleteThanks Hilary, all over bar shouting.
DeleteFingers and toes crossed for Matt. Love cole slaw, it just doesn't love me! I like muted light most of the time, unless it's sunshine!
ReplyDeleteThanks Yolanda. All appears well.
DeleteI don't want it too muted, reading after all.
Thinking about Matt today.
ReplyDeleteAnytime I've washed mushrooms, they were indeed mushy the next day.
Thanks Diane.
DeleteDid you cover them in paper towel and put them in the fridge? Worked for 24 hours anyway.
I hope Matt is doing ok and the procedure went well. I assume you aren't supposed to wash mushrooms till you're ready to use them is that they'd be all wet and slimy the next day.
ReplyDeleteSeems to be all well JoJo, thanks.
DeleteWell yes, that is the theory, but these turned out to be the same as usual. They were fine.
I ADORE mushrooms but my husband can't stand the smell of them cooking. Maybe I need a new husband.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pity Pinky, you will have to send Scotto to the store or something while you cook them. Don't think you need a new husband LOL
DeleteSOOO sorry to hear about Matt's skin cancer.... Hopefully all will go well and he'll be fine... Sending super positive vibes his way!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE mushrooms, too. Yum. I put them in rice, salads, pasta, meatloafs. Saute them with chicken, chop meat, and turkey meat. They add sooo much flavor to everything!
Thanks Michael, your vibes must be working he is much better today. Not had any pain at all, which is surprising.
DeleteMe too - have you tried the Garlicky Mushrooms and Pasta, one of my favourites. http://henderson-jo.blogspot.ca/2018/01/no-bowling-snow-cursor.html
I've heard LED lights dim over time, so just when you think you're used to the bright lights, they might actually be a softer light. One thing about LED lights, though, is they aren't as warm as incandescent - I'm kind of partial to the warmer feel of those old bulbs, but can't argue with the energy savings!
ReplyDeleteFingers definitely crossed for Matt to have a speedy recovery.
I hope you are right Jen, this is a very harsh light at the moment.
DeleteThanks for the good wishes.
I hope all went well with Matt. I’ve had to have a couple of skin cancers removed - nothing major fortunately. Seems unfair given my family was relatively sun conscious for the time - no spending hours baking in the sun covered in sun tan oil for me. But it’s Australia - some sun damage was inevitable I suspect in the days before sunscreen was available.
ReplyDeleteThis was his fourth skin cancer op Helen. He is doing OK although it all bled quite a bit on the day. He has never used sunscreen but then as kids we had no idea how dangerous it all was.
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