My tomato vines are now over 6 feet tall, and they are full of blooms and baby tomatoes. As a matter of fact, I picked my first tomato today – plump, ripe and juicy. It looks like it’s going to be a great season. I give credit to the promising crop because of three main reasons – first, Mother Nature has blessed us with plenty of rain so far, Second, I took Mark Levisay’s advice … [Read more...]
A Tushy Experience
This is going to be awkward, “butt” here goes. When we were in Lancaster County a month or so back, we stayed at a really nice Air B&B cottage that happened to have a Tushy, a Bidet, installed on the toilet. Nancy read the instructions, which were simple, and used it first. She liked it and suggested I give it a try. I did, and I was so impressed I bought a Tushy from Amazon as soon … [Read more...]
An Amazing Burn Remedy
Lots of stuff comes rolling down the Internet Pike – lots of it rubbish, but this piece caught my attention. As a cook, I am forever burning myself, usually due to chronic clumsiness, so this person’s home remedy for burns was appealing. Here’s what the writer said. “My experience with burns is this: Once I was cooking some corn and stuck my fork in the boiling water to see if the corn … [Read more...]
That First Big Bass
I caught my first fish when I was about 6, a small bluegill. I could only dream about catching a bass – any bass. When I was 8, I caught my first one, maybe 7-inches, but to me it was like a 12-foot blue marlin At 14, I caught my first decent bass, just shy of 16-inches and I was beyond excited. The youngster above caught his nice bass at Lake Orange this week, and it was significantly larger … [Read more...]
My First Pedicure
Nancy walked by my bare feet recently and stared in disbelief. “You need a pedicure,’ she said. “Not me,” I countered. “I’m a football-watching kind of guy.” “No, really, you’ll like it. Go to Happy Nails just down the street and ask for a basic pedicure.” Actually, the idea somewhat appealed to me since cutting my toenails recently has required a supreme effort. I am forced to crouch in positions … [Read more...]
Lunch at Trump Winery
In 1990, John Kluge – one of the world’s richest men – gave his divorced wife, Patricia, a huge settlement which included the Albemarle County property where she later opened a vineyard and winery. By 2006, Patricia’s attempt at establishing a profitable winery business collapsed and the property went into bankruptcy. The Trump family, recognizing a truly outstanding piece of property, purchased … [Read more...]
Tomato Pie
We had bought some fresh tomatoes from the Farmer’s Market and enjoyed them on BLT’s, sliced raw, in salads and they were so good, I decided to bake a Tomato Pie. It’s easy. Here’s how, Start with Frozen Deep-Dish Crust. Marie Callender’s is the best. In a skillet with a dab of olive oil, sauté about a pound of chopped ham (I bought a big ham steak and used about half) along with some … [Read more...]
Are We Spoiled?
By Nancy B Yes, we are. Please let me share with you, outside of lighting, my recent experience. In May, my husband and I took a trip to Lancaster, PA to see a wonderful show, NOAH at the Sight and Sound Theatre. We decided to stay a few days and enjoy the Amish Village. We stayed in a lovely home right next door to an Amish Farm. These folks live with no electricity or running water, cell … [Read more...]
(Sweet As) Candy Onions
I got an email last week from Cheryl Seiber, a loyal reader of Cville Buzz and a fellow onion lover. Cheryl said she had bought some Candy Onions from a local farmers market (in Michigan) and they were so sweet and juicy, she ate a whole one raw before she could slice another for a sandwich. Candy Onions? I had never heard of them, but they sounded tempting. That very morning, Nancy … [Read more...]
Nighttime Driving Tips
It’s hard enough to drive at night, much less at night when it’s pouring rain – no matter what age you are. This piece below came from the Internet and it’s well worth repeating. Everyone knows about the speed control in raining weather, but I wanted to let you know about sunglasses. We are not sure why it is so effective; just try this method when it rains … [Read more...]
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