Weather ~ Picture of the Day ~ Answering "Hello" ~ Amish Chicken Casserole ~ Ed Chenal ~ Buck With Parts of Tangled Hammock on His Head ~ National Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses Day

Good 64º super smokey morning. 

Yesterday stayed clear and we topped at 105.8º.

Picture of the Day .... Joan Rivers without makeup and with....

Interesting about "Hello"....

Thank Thomas Edison for this uniform phone greeting.

If Alexander Graham Bell, who invented the phone in 1885,  had his way, we’d all talking like pirates.

It’s pure instinct. When our phones ring—after checking caller ID, of course—we pick up and say, “Hello?”

But if Alexander Graham Bell had his way, we would be saying “Ahoy.”

The word “ahoy” has been around for at least 100 years longer than “hello.” It came from the Dutch word “hoi,” also a greeting. According to NPR, Bell was so certain it would catch on as the perfect phone conversation starter that he used it for the rest of his life.

Luckily, we don’t have to talk like pirates every time we pick up the phone. You can thank Thomas Edison for that. He was the one who proposed “hello” as the proper greeting, to the chagrin of his rival Bell. At the time, telephones were thought of like modern walkie-talkies, where the line would stay permanently open so businesses could communicate with each other whenever they pleased. The problem was letting the one side know when the other wanted to talk. In a letter to the president of the Central District and Printing Telegraph Company in Pittsburgh, who was about to bring the telephone to that city, Edison suggested saying “Hello!” would be the best way to get someone’s attention.

He was right. “Hello” was noted as the official greeting in many of the first phone books. 

By 1889, central telephone exchange operators were known as "hello-girls" due to the association between the greeting and the telephone.

From Mr. Food

Amish Chicken Casserole

This Amish Country recipe is sure to be a popular one at your house. We take the shortcut liberty of using cooked rotisserie chicken to get our Amish Chicken Casserole from the oven to the table quickly. You won't find another Amish casserole recipe like this one! Pair it with a side of veggies, and you're sure to have a fantastic dinner on the table.

 

• 8 ounces medium egg noodles
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups chopped cooked rotisserie chicken
• 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

 

1. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
    
2. Preheat oven to 350º. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.
    
3. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter; gradually add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add chicken broth and milk; increase heat to medium and cook until mixture is slightly thickened and bubbly, stirring constantly. Stir in salt and pepper; set aside.
    
4. In a large bowl, combine noodles, chicken, mushrooms, onion, and parsley; stir in sauce.  Spoon mixture into baking dish and sprinkle with cheese. 
    
5. Bake uncovered 25 minutes, or until heated through.
    

 

Special birthday today, Ed Chenal (LASD ret.) is celebrating. HAPPY BIRTHDAY ED!!

Historically this date.....

1504 – Michelangelo's David is unveiled in Florence.

1883 – The Northern Pacific Railway (reporting mark NP) was completed in a ceremony at Gold Creek, Montana. Former president Ulysses S. Grant drove in the final "golden spike" in an event attended by rail and political luminaries.

1892 – The Pledge of Allegiance is first recited.

"I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

1966 – The first Star Trek series premieres on NBC.

1975 – Gays in the military: US Air Force Tech Sergeant Leonard Matlovich, a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War, appears in his Air Force uniform on the cover of Time magazine with the headline "I Am A Homosexual". He is given a general discharge, which was later upgraded to honorable.

And births this date include....

1922 – Sid Caesar, American comedian (d.2014)

 

1925 – Peter Sellers, English actor (d. 1980)

1971 – David Arquette, American actor

                                     

This was on the news Sunday night... I hope this buck gets saved!!

FAIR OAKS, California (CBS13) — A young deer is tangled up in a big problem. Rescuers tracking the buck that got a hammock stuck on his head.

The deer is roaming the wooded area of a Fair Oaks neighborhood next to Lake Natoma.

“It’s really wound around with various strings and perhaps cords and maybe even metal,”

Rescuers said the hammock on his head poses problems during mating season when it might get tangled with another buck. But helping him is no simple process.

“We called the sheriff’s department who put us in contact with 311 and from there it was animal control,” Davis said.

Then came a local rescue group, Gold Country Wildlife Rescue, which has been tracking the buck with trail cameras and keeping an eye on his every move. But the Department of Fish and Wildlife will authorize and perform the actual capture. It’s up to neighbors to call the authorities as soon as they notice the buck laying down or staying in the same place for a while.

All I know. Nuff said. Happy Tuesday. Ciao.

xo Sue Mom Bobo

On September 8th, National Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses Day recognizes the hardworking and dedicated professionals bringing care to patients every day. 

Honoring nurses caring for pediatric hematology and oncology patients, the observance takes place during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. These dedicated professionals provide quality nursing care for children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer and blood disorders. Additionally, they provide the highest standard of physical and emotional support to these most precious patients and their families. 

Cancer is frightening enough. When applied to children, pediatric care requires special skills and training. Not only do children relate to pain differently, but their growing bodies require specialized attention. These nurses provide valuable care and guidance to families.

From the first diagnosis and through each treatment, these experts in pediatric care offer untiring support. Day and night, the nurses answer questions, monitor, and track progress. Their knowledge of each patient’s needs provides essential information to the entire team. 

HOW TO OBSERVE

Recognize pediatric hematology/oncology nurses you know. Support them as they strive to make every child’s healthier and cancer-free. There are other ways to celebrate, too! 

• Are you interested in a nursing career? Explore this field of medicine as an option.
• Participate in a job fair. Share your experiences in your specialty. You might inspire a future nurse.
• Ask your nurses questions. They are the professionals and will be able to provide you with a wealth of helpful information.

PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY NURSES DAY HISTORY

The Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON) is credited with founding this National Day dedicated to the pediatric and hematology/oncology nurses across the country. 

Weather ~ Picture of the Day ~ World's Largest Pumpkin ~ Grands Mini Pizzas ~ Labor Day ~ National Beer Lover's Day

Good 50º morning. 

Yesterday we started off with a cloud cover... it blew away and the smoke from the fires moved in. We topped at 105º.

Picture of the Day... Los Angeles 1954

Interesting about the world's largest pumpkin....

Pumpkins grow very big and sometimes weigh more than a small car. The heaviest fruit ever grown was a giant pumpkin.

The world record heaviest pumpkin weighed in at 2624.6 pounds and was grown by MATHIAS WILLEMIJNS from Belgium and authenticated by the Great Pumpkin Commonwealth (GPC) in Ludwigsburg, Germany, on 9 October 2016.

The world record watermelon was pale in comparison at 350.5 pounds grown by Chris Kent of Sevierville, Tennessee, USA, as verified by the Commonwealth on 4 October 2013.

Grands Mini Pizzas

These mini pizzas are ready in 25 minutes, thanks to a tasty crust made from refrigerated biscuits.

1 16.3oz can Pillsbury Grands refrigerated biscuits

1 cup pizza sauce

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1 3.5oz package sliced pepperoni

Press each biscuit into a 6" round. Place on 2 large or 3 small greased cookie sheets. Top each round with pizza sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.

Bake at 375º for 10-15 minutes or until bottoms are deep golden brown and cheese is bubbly.

** Veggie lovers omit the pepperoni and cooked chopped onions, sliced mushrooms, and sliced red pepper in 1 T. olive oil about 5 minutes, until peppers are limp. Top each biscuit with pizza sauce, cheese, and vegetable mixture.

For Tropical Pizzas omit the pizza sauce and pepperoni. Top each biscuit with cheese, canned pineapple tidbits, diced green bell pepper, and sliced bacon or ham.

Historically this date....

1942 – Holocaust: 8,700 Jews of Kolomyia (western Ukraine) sent by German Gestapo to death camp in Belzec.

1945 – Japanese forces on Wake Island, which they had held since December of 1941, surrender to U.S. Marines.

1970 – Bill Shoemaker sets record for most lifetime wins as a jockey (passing Johnny Longden).

And births this date include...

1860 – Grandma Moses, American painter (d. 1961)

1908 – Michael DeBakey, American cardiac surgeon

(d. 2008)

Interesting his initials were his profession!

1923 – Peter Lawford, British-born American actor (d. 1984)

1936 – Buddy Holly, American singer (The Crickets) (d. 1959)

1937 – John Phillip Law, American actor (d. 2008)

His initials are the same as the "rocket place" in Pasadena, Jet Propulsion Lab!

1954 – Corbin Bernsen, American actor

All I know. Nuff said. Happy Labor Day. Ciao.

xo Sue Mom Bobo

Labor Day on first Monday of every September recognizes the men and women who labor to build this country. Through a time-honored tradition with roots in the coordinated efforts of the labor movement of the 1800s, we salute the American workforce.

Since the founding of the United States, the country has relied on its workforce for its infrastructure. From its streets and buildings to its transportation and security, the nation runs on labor. The labor of what we create, build and harvest fuels our education and inspires our dreams. 

This National Day also signals the official end of summer. Those who work hard, need time to play, too. With the school year starting and summer winding down, the long weekend beckons. They use the extra day earned to spend with families and catch some R&R. Some will explore cities while others will seek outdoor adventure. No matter where it’s spent, it’s well earned. 

HOW TO OBSERVE

Many families spend Labor Day weekend on vacation. They pack the campgrounds full or explore tourist towns for one last hurrah! As you celebrate this day, consider and appreciate your hard work and how it has added to the well-being and prosperity of our country. 

HISTORY OF LABOR DAY

On September 5, 1882, Labor Day first honored workers in New York City. The observance later moved to the first Monday in September in 1884. However, the observance wasn’t officially recognized by any government entity until 1885 when a municipal ordinance was passed. Interestingly, Oregon recognized the day in 1887 before New York state’s bill passed. As more states recognized the observance, its popularity grew. Then, in 1894, Congress declared the day to be a national observance. 

And............ today is also.....

On September 7th, National Beer Lover’s Day celebrates the grains, hops and brewing methods across many eras.

Beer and the process of brewing beer may predate known history. As varied as the methods, grains, and flavors, beer continues to change and evolve.

Virginia colonists brewed beer. William Penn included a place for brewing beer within the Pennsylvania colony. It can still be visited at Pennsbury Manor today. The first President of the United States recorded a recipe for brewing beer in his notes. Samuel Adams holds a place in both beer and tea history in this country. There were a few beer lovers and patriots among the nation’s founders.

The United States also derives its rich brewing history from beer-loving German immigrants during the mid-1800s. Some of those immigrants families’ names are as familiar today as they were a hundred years ago.

While some names have faded into the past, smaller batch brewers continue to experiment with old and new recipes. The crafting of beer carries deep traditions, often requiring years of training and experience in the trade. Depending on the brewery, the path to brewmaster may take years to develop the skill and expertise. Eventually, a brewmaster gains the knowledge necessary to produce a quality beer every time. One particular requirement is a passion for the craft.

The brewer will master lagers, ales, malts, and stouts. They may even specialize. However, their ability to ferment the perfect beer under each condition and bring out the flavor of the grain and yeast will be key. Managing temperature and timing for an IPA or studying grains all go into their education. Each process varies, and a brewmaster knows this.