Today, Wednesday, we are supposed to have a fire drill at 1. I phoned down and said we couldn't take part because we couldn't use our walkers. Officially in a fire drill the elevators are locked down. If there really was a fire, we would both have to use canes and I have no idea what would happen because we neither of us could stand for long and I don't think we could sit on the ground unless we fell which could happen of course. If there were a fire, I guess we would go onto our balcony being the safest place for us. Mind you this is the first time we have had a fire drill in the 20 years we have lived here. Periodically they come in to test the fire alarms with the result that they ring off and on all day which is enough to drive you batty. Couple of times something went wrong and they started ringing and people were starting to evacuate, well a few were, so I phoned the super and was told the things had a glitch and they were trying to turn them off. Bearing in mind at least once that was in the middle of the night, we weren't too happy.
The drill has now started half an hour early and the alarm is ringing and it is already driving me nuts. I don't know how long they intend to keep it going. Turned out to be for about 15 minutes of brr brr, brr brr, etc. If you hear I have turned into a gibbering idiot you will know why. I wonder how many people actually took part in the fire drill.
I just did my Spanish lesson for the evening. There is an ad floating around, I have seen it in several places including my lesson just now, to do with cleaning one's ears. I do think it is rather revolting to see, if only in passing, and I wish they wouldn't post it. Yuk.
Just had a good chat with ladydog which was nice. We are both feeling the effects of not being able to socialise. She figures we will always have to wear masks in stores and such from now on. I do hope she is wrong. I just watched a programme on TV about Covid-10 and they were talking about a vaccine they have developed which has to be frozen and cannot be transported in a regular cooler. How frustrating. I do hope they figure it out soon. Of course POTUS says we will have a vaccine at the end of the year, I do hope, for once, he is right.
I forgot to mention I chopped a load of hair off my head this morning, think I have to do a bit more chopping as there are still some very long bits. Trouble is standing at the sink is not easy for me to do any more. Once, I used to cut my own hair all the time. A long time ago mind you. So, at least I won't feel I have to wear a hijab.
Got a call from the Geriatric Dept. of the local hospital today too. They thought I might benefit from talking to the resident doctor of that department. Apparently it is going to be a 90 minute call. The woman who called me today said maybe the doctor could get me some help. I do hope so but I am not all that hopeful I must admit.
This is one of my favourite asparagus recipes. If only I could get the asparagus. Please weather get good and warm. I am missing out.
Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries
1 lb asparagus, trimmed
1/2 cup flour
2 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan), grated
salt and pepper to taste
Alternatively used chopped almonds instead of Parmesan
1. Dredge the asparagus in the flour, dip them in the egg and then into a mixture of the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, salt and pepper.
2. Place the asparagus on a wire rack on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 425°F oven until golden brown, about 7-13 minutes.
Servings: 2
Source: Closet Cooking
Author Notes
Asparagus coated in panko bread crumbs and parmesan and baked until golden brown and crispy.
Have a great day, stay well, stay safe.
The drill has now started half an hour early and the alarm is ringing and it is already driving me nuts. I don't know how long they intend to keep it going. Turned out to be for about 15 minutes of brr brr, brr brr, etc. If you hear I have turned into a gibbering idiot you will know why. I wonder how many people actually took part in the fire drill.
I just did my Spanish lesson for the evening. There is an ad floating around, I have seen it in several places including my lesson just now, to do with cleaning one's ears. I do think it is rather revolting to see, if only in passing, and I wish they wouldn't post it. Yuk.
Just had a good chat with ladydog which was nice. We are both feeling the effects of not being able to socialise. She figures we will always have to wear masks in stores and such from now on. I do hope she is wrong. I just watched a programme on TV about Covid-10 and they were talking about a vaccine they have developed which has to be frozen and cannot be transported in a regular cooler. How frustrating. I do hope they figure it out soon. Of course POTUS says we will have a vaccine at the end of the year, I do hope, for once, he is right.
I forgot to mention I chopped a load of hair off my head this morning, think I have to do a bit more chopping as there are still some very long bits. Trouble is standing at the sink is not easy for me to do any more. Once, I used to cut my own hair all the time. A long time ago mind you. So, at least I won't feel I have to wear a hijab.
Got a call from the Geriatric Dept. of the local hospital today too. They thought I might benefit from talking to the resident doctor of that department. Apparently it is going to be a 90 minute call. The woman who called me today said maybe the doctor could get me some help. I do hope so but I am not all that hopeful I must admit.
This is one of my favourite asparagus recipes. If only I could get the asparagus. Please weather get good and warm. I am missing out.
Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries
1 lb asparagus, trimmed
1/2 cup flour
2 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan), grated
salt and pepper to taste
Alternatively used chopped almonds instead of Parmesan
1. Dredge the asparagus in the flour, dip them in the egg and then into a mixture of the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, salt and pepper.
2. Place the asparagus on a wire rack on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 425°F oven until golden brown, about 7-13 minutes.
Servings: 2
Source: Closet Cooking
Author Notes
Asparagus coated in panko bread crumbs and parmesan and baked until golden brown and crispy.
Have a great day, stay well, stay safe.
Those asparagus fries look EXCELLENT. And very moreish.
ReplyDeleteI hope that the doctor can offer some support, but sadly no, I wouldn't be holding my breath either. Blue is not my colour.
Sadly I think masks as a permanent thing is more likely than a vaccine in six months. I will be happy to be proved wrong.
They are very moreish Sue, you're right. Sad thought isn't it?
DeleteI hope you and ladydog are both wrong.
There is no fire drill out our house, but we light candles quite frequently so perhaps I should initiate one. I guess that basically the two of us would run out the front door! I think that your asparagus this year may simply remain a dream, Jo, a vision in your mind, a temptation unfulfilled! But I hope not. If I find some I will make my asian asparagus chicken that very night. Last night we had a shrimp stir fry and very tasty it was too. There is enough for one for lunch, so Miriam and I will duel over it! Buen provecho! Que tengas un buen día, querida amiga Jo.
ReplyDeleteNo David, but you should know what you want to take with you, like paperwork, things that are irreplaceable. I am doing some Brisket in the Instant Pot tonight.
DeleteGracias, un buen dia a ti tambien querido amigo.
So, have you ever considered that a high-rise building might not be the best choice for living quarters? I live in a ranch style home and would not even consider a two-story unless the bedroom was on the main floor.
ReplyDeleteNo never Denise. If we move again, maybe it will be in some kind of home anyway. Depending on how Matt gets on. If I could get the damned op on my vascular system, maybe I wouldn't have a problem. Or as much of one. Moving will be hard enough if it happens.
DeleteThat would be a nightmare if there was a fire in your building. I know when my MIL was in a nursing home and the power went off that patients were carried up or downstairs by workers. That would be hard I think! It's not mandatory we wear masks unless we shop at Costco and we don't shop there so I am not wearing a mask when I go out. Those fries look delicious with the asparagus!
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It certainly could be Betty. There are a number of people with walkers in the building, not just us. However, it is supposed to be safe to go on the balcony if there is a fire. Funnily enough, Costco here has not mandated masks. I like Costco, they have good meat in particular. They are delicious, my favourite, but I haven't got any asparagus at the moment. Boo hoo.
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