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Post by guster on Dec 3, 2018 5:49:35 GMT -6
Hope it’s happy!
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Post by guster on Dec 3, 2018 5:52:05 GMT -6
We’re up! 545 seems to be Charlie’s new norm. The only saving grace is that he is the sweetest boy in the mornings. He’s happily playing with the alphabet magnets while I try to make a Christmas menu.
Josie had a very tough day at school on Friday, and I’m filled with anxiety about today.
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Post by wineallthetime on Dec 3, 2018 6:16:06 GMT -6
guster, that's hard. I hope today goes better!
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Post by wineallthetime on Dec 3, 2018 6:26:23 GMT -6
I'm menu planning for a Christmas party we are having Sat! We have it yearly and I'll have an assortment of cheese and crackers and kid snacks. What else should I make? I'd like easy things I can just set out, preferably some heartier options since people are drinking. Ideas? My sister is bringing meatballs. I was thinking maybe bacon wrapped brown sugar mini sausages, veggie pizza, fruit... people also tend to bring things to share though it's not asked of them.
Party is at 3pm, family friendly.
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Post by guster on Dec 3, 2018 6:38:22 GMT -6
@wine, A baguette on a cutting board with fig jam, and rolled prosciutto (it would go well with the cheese plate).
Olives?
A flatbread (or naan) pizza cut up into strips?
Crockpot of vidalia onion dip or spinach artichoke dip with crackers?
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Post by guster on Dec 3, 2018 6:39:17 GMT -6
@wine, A baguette on a cutting board with fig jam, and rolled prosciutto (it would go well with the cheese plate). Olives? A flatbread (or naan) pizza cut up into strips? Crockpot of vidalia onion dip or spinach artichoke dip with crackers? Crock pot chili with shredded cheese? Buffalo chicken dip? ETA: I quoted myself because apparently I get too excited about food |
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 3, 2018 6:51:57 GMT -6
wineallthetime I’m doing this for Christmas too! I’m adding mini quiches, some bread and dips, charcuterie, fresh figs, grapes, stuffing meatballs, cranberry sauce, peppadews with cream cheese and mini cheese fondue with veggies.
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 3, 2018 6:55:59 GMT -6
Morning. Ds had an Advent celebration at school today, it was very sweet. After that I had my weekly ‘mummy daughter date’ at a coffee house that is inside a toy store and a ton of cleaning to do. I’m making couscous for tonight, I just forgot that I have plans with a friend, so I’ll make enough for Dh tonight and both of us tomorrow.
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Post by lfig on Dec 3, 2018 7:47:56 GMT -6
wineallthetime this is one of my fav’s! Except I do ground beef instead of sausage because I don’t care for sausage. I also love buffalo chicken dip! Both are easy, appetizer-y, and are filling.
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Post by flamingo on Dec 3, 2018 7:52:37 GMT -6
Morning!
I have my MOPS meeting this morning; they’re doing a ‘holiday market’ where people can set up tables of stuff they sell so members can ‘shop’. I’m not really interested so I’ll probably dip out early, but I’ve missed the last couple meetings since we were out of town so I feel obligated to go for at least a bit.
After that I’m picking up groceries and cupcakes for B’s birthday tmrw.
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Post by lfig on Dec 3, 2018 7:54:03 GMT -6
Morning! Last week was rough on the home front. MH and I have not been communicating well which caused some arguments, and not speaking for several days, but I think we are back on track. I’m ready to tackle this week with a renewed vigor.
The heat in my office hasn’t been working right for almost a month. I freeze every day. I have a small electric heater at my desk but it only does so much. They keep coming to “fix” it and finally it’s being replaced this week with a new system!
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Post by flamingo on Dec 3, 2018 7:55:50 GMT -6
wineallthetime baked Brie is always good, meatballs, sausage balls, Paula Deen makes a chili/cheese/cream cheese dip that is amazing. Basically I like protein and cheese lol. Oh and I have a recipe for bacon artichoke squares that are delicious if you’re interested.
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Post by chrisy01 on Dec 3, 2018 7:57:21 GMT -6
E woke up fever free so no change in plans today. C is off work and will put up Christmas decorations and grocery shop since I couldn’t do it yesterday.
E will go to DC, LO will go to school and I will go to work. I was nervous E would still be sick because C will do nothing if he has to take care of 1 kid.
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Post by lfig on Dec 3, 2018 7:58:18 GMT -6
Also, I just found out that Sierra’s aide at school is leaving 😞. She starts student teaching in January. So they are currently looking for a replacement.
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Post by mwhip on Dec 3, 2018 8:04:04 GMT -6
guster I hope J has a better day today! lfig Sorry things have been rough with your H. I hope things are better now! Just another cold Monday here. I think H decided what car he wants, now to see if the dealer can deliver. I'm letting him do all the negotiations and communication on this one...I'm still exhausted from mine a month ago!
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 3, 2018 8:08:59 GMT -6
wineallthetime baked Brie is always good, meatballs, sausage balls, Paula Deen makes a chili/cheese/cream cheese dip that is amazing. Basically I like protein and cheese lol. Oh and I have a recipe for bacon artichoke squares that are delicious if you’re interested. I am! And I’m doing a baked Brie with rosemary too for Christmas. I had no desire whatsoever to make full English Christmas dinner like I normally do. |
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 3, 2018 8:09:29 GMT -6
@ldig I’m sorry that sucks! Hopefully they find a great replacement.
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Post by flamingo on Dec 3, 2018 8:42:49 GMT -6
wineallthetime baked Brie is always good, meatballs, sausage balls, Paula Deen makes a chili/cheese/cream cheese dip that is amazing. Basically I like protein and cheese lol. Oh and I have a recipe for bacon artichoke squares that are delicious if you’re interested. I am! And I’m doing a baked Brie with rosemary too for Christmas. I had no desire whatsoever to make full English Christmas dinner like I normally do. I will send it to you when I get back to the house; they’re easy, and I always get asked for the recipe when I bring them  |
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Post by guster on Dec 3, 2018 8:44:06 GMT -6
wineallthetime baked Brie is always good, meatballs, sausage balls, Paula Deen makes a chili/cheese/cream cheese dip that is amazing. Basically I like protein and cheese lol. Oh and I have a recipe for bacon artichoke squares that are delicious if you’re interested. I am! And I’m doing a baked Brie with rosemary too for Christmas. I had no desire whatsoever to make full English Christmas dinner like I normally do. Will you tell me what a full English Christmas dinner entails? |
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Post by guster on Dec 3, 2018 8:47:26 GMT -6
Is B the last of our N13 birthdays, flamingo? Sorry it’s been rough this past wee, lfig. Sounds like you have a great attitude moving forward. |
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Post by tgrimes on Dec 3, 2018 8:50:19 GMT -6
wineallthetime baked Brie is always good, meatballs, sausage balls, Paula Deen makes a chili/cheese/cream cheese dip that is amazing. Basically I like protein and cheese lol. Oh and I have a recipe for bacon artichoke squares that are delicious if you’re interested. I'm gonna need this. |
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Post by tgrimes on Dec 3, 2018 8:52:03 GMT -6
I woke up in a bad mood. I think it is because of the dreams I had last night. Everything is annoying me.
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Post by peachsmama on Dec 3, 2018 8:59:15 GMT -6
I woke up in a bad mood. I think it is because of the dreams I had last night. Everything is annoying me. I hate days like that. I hope you can snap out of it. |
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Post by mwhip on Dec 3, 2018 9:00:24 GMT -6
I woke up in a bad mood. I think it is because of the dreams I had last night. Everything is annoying me. I feel like most of my days are like this, except it has nothing to do with dreams. |
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Post by peachsmama on Dec 3, 2018 9:01:05 GMT -6
I need to do laundry today and either half paint half work. Or just work and paint all day Wednesday.
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Post by guster on Dec 3, 2018 9:01:16 GMT -6
Hope you snap out of it, tgrimes. It sucks to start the day that way. |
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 3, 2018 9:02:24 GMT -6
guster all Jamie Oliver recipes; As a starter Smoked salmon with watercress and creme fraiche and horseradish dressing served with bread. Main -turkey with stuffing -stuffing balls -sausages wrapped in bacon and sage -potatoes baked in duck fat -roasted parsnips with honey and thyme -roaster butternut squash -brussel sprouts with a bacon and chestnut butter -Carrots with an orange and cumin butter -Broccoli with an anjovis and rosemary butter -Haricots vert with a lemon, parsley and garlic butter -gravy -cranberry sauce Desert Eton mess I used to make more sides like sweet potatoes mash, but nobody ate them, so I skipped those last year.
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Post by tgrimes on Dec 3, 2018 9:13:20 GMT -6
nam2013 That is a lot of sides. I love Jamie Oliver.
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Post by klong11 on Dec 3, 2018 9:21:58 GMT -6
I have a 186 page opinion sitting in front of me. I can barely keep my eyes open.
I need a day off.
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 3, 2018 9:27:58 GMT -6
nam2013 That is a lot of sides. I love Jamie Oliver. Me too! Those flavours butter are always a big hit and you can make them weeks in advance and then just keep them in the freezer, so easy! |
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