Weather/Dude ~ Picture of the Day ~ Casanova Background ~ Peaches & Cream Dump Cake ~ Pete Loomis ~ National Prime Rib Day

 

Good 30º frozen morning. Be safe out there.... full moon!!!! 

 

Yesterday we started cloudy and with a couple sprinkles....

Then the dark clouds moved and in came the fluffy white ones...

Dude, as usual, was happy laying in the grass with his eye on the gate....

This is when I tell him I love him.....

We stayed int he 50ºs most of the day and by late afternoon we topped at 67º.

 

 

 

Picture of the Day ... Mamma chicken has adopted kittens!

 

Interesting about Casanova.....

From Webster Dictionary ...

Ca·​sa·​no·​va | \ ˌka-zə-ˈnō-və  , ˌka-sə- \

plural Casanovas

 

Definition of Casanova

: a man known for seducing women and having many loversWomen were terribly charmed by him; a veritable Casanova, he had five wives and literally dozens of mistresses …

 

Birthday: April 2, 1725

Nationality: Italian

Died At Age: 73

Sun Sign: Aries

Born In: Venice, Italy

Famous As: Womanizer

Died On: June 4, 1798

Place Of Death: Dux, Czech Republic

 

Giacomo Casanova was an adventurer, writer and a spy, born in eighteenth century Venice. He is probably one of the most misunderstood men in history. Thanks to his amorous escapades his name has long being associated with womanizers and libertines. Indeed, he had his first taste of sexual pleasure when he was just a kid and from then on it had become a passion for him. Over the time, he also became an ardent gambler. Later, he travelled all over Europe and at each place managed to get entry into the highest social circle. Although he himself did not have any social standing at each place he managed to associate with monarchs, aristocrats and cardinals. He also had close connection with people like Voltaire, Goethe, and Mozart. Besides, he was a successful spy and later introduced the lottery system in France.  He would also have been a good physician if he were allowed to pursue medicine. His memoire ‘Histoire de ma vie’, written at the end of his life, provides one of the most authentic documentation of European society of that era.

Casanova was an Italian adventurer, Scottish Rite Master Mason and author from the Republic of Venice. His autobiography, Histoire de ma vie (Story of My Life), is regarded as one of the most authentic sources of the customs and norms of European social life during the 18th century.

Giacomo Girolamo Casanova was born to actress Zanetta Farussi, wife of actor and dancer Gaetano Casanova. Giacomo was the first of six children.

As was not uncommon at the time, Casanova, depending on circumstances, used more or less fictitious names, such as baron or count of Farussi (the name of his mother) or Chevalier de Seingalt. He often signed his works Jacques Casanova de Seingalt after he began writing in French following his second exile from Venice.

He has become so famous for his often complicated and elaborate affairs with women that his name is now synonymous with "womanizer". He associated with European royalty, popes, and cardinals, along with luminaries such as Voltaire, Goethe, and Mozart. He spent his last years in Bohemia as a librarian in Count Waldstein's household, where he also wrote the story of his life. 

 

From Mr. Food

 

Spoon up some sweet Southern goodness with our recipe for Peaches & Cream Dump Cake. This is the easiest way to enjoy the classic combination of peaches and cream without having to spend hours prepping and baking in the kitchen. We just can't get enough of this dump cake!

 

• 1 (21-ounce) can peach pie filling
• 1 (15-ounce) can sliced peaches in light syrup, undrained
• 1 (15-1/4-ounce) box yellow cake mix
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 stick butter, cut in pieces
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

 

1. Preheat oven to 350º. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Spread pie filling in baking dish. Evenly spoon peaches with syrup over filling.
3. In a medium bowl, combine cake mix, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Evenly sprinkle mixture over peaches and top with butter.
4. Bake 40 to 45 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
5. In a medium bowl, beat heavy cream and granulated sugar until soft peaks form. Spoon over warm cake and serve.

 

Special birthday today, Pete Loomis (aka Loom Loom and LASD ret) is celebrating. HAPPY BIRTHDAY PETE!!!

 

 

Historically this date.......

1296 – Battle of Dunbar: The Scots are defeated by Edward I of England.

 

Dunbar is a family name, my Mom's mother's maiden name , and King Edward invaded Scotland because he was pissed that King John Balliol refused to support the English military action in France. He was a dork anyway, but caused battlefield losses. The Dunbar Castle is the remnants of one of the most mighty fortresses in Scotland. What it did look like and today the ruins...

 

1805 – First Barbary War: United States Marines and Berbers attack the Tripolitan city of Derna (The "shores of Tripoli" part of the Marines' hymn).

1993 – All members of the Zambia national football team lose their lives in a plane crash off Libreville, Gabon in route to Dakar, Senegal to play a 1994 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Senegal.

2005 – The super jumbo jet aircraft Airbus A380 makes its first flight from Toulouse,France.

.......click on the Airbus A380 link for photos and more info.

 

And births this date include...

1822 – Ulysses S. Grant, American Civil War general and 18th President of the United States (d. 1885)

 

1899 – Walter Lantz, American cartoonist (d. 1994)

 

1922 – Jack Klugman, American actor (d.2012)

 

1937 – Sandy Dennis, American actress (d. 1992)

 

1939 – Judy Carne, British actress and comedian

... once married to Burt Reynolds ... addicted to drugs... (d.2015)

 

 

 

 

All I know. Nuff said. Have a good Tuesday. Ciao.

xo Sue Mom Bobo

National Prime Rib Day annually recognizes this special meal favorite on April 27th each year. Sometimes known as the “King of Meats,” Prime Rib is a choice cut from one of the eight prime cuts of beef.

A rubbed-on seasoned and then slow-roasted prime rib will give you a deliciously tender, tasty main course. Find many recipes and helpful “how to cook prime rib” guides on the internet for all to use. Some of the most common seasons used include garlic, salt, pepper, rosemary, onion, oregano, and thyme.

Depending on your preference, you might choose to serve your prime rib with fresh vegetables such as asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, or Brussel sprouts. A variety of potatoes complement prime rib, too. Whether you like mashed, baked, or roasted potatoes, they will pair well with this hearty meal. Add a light salad or pasta dish, too. Don’t forget to serve your favorite wine or beer. Your guests will appreciate it. 

Finish off the meal with a fruit-topped dessert. It’s definitely a meal worthy of a celebration!

Here is my foolproof way to cook prime rib, perfect every time:

 

 

Make a rub of salt and pepper and garlic and/or onion powder and or any other type of herb you like and you can even mix it with butter or olive oil .... rub onto roast. Put in roasting pan, turn oven to 550º. When oven is ready put in the roast and cook it 5 minutes for every pound for rare, 6 minutes per pound for medium. Then turn off the oven and DO NOT OPEN THE OVEN DOOR FOR 2 HOURS! Done to perfection.

 

 

 

Weather ~ Picture of the Day ~ Friendship Maine ~ Bacon 'n Fried Chicken Wafflewich ~ National Audubon Day

 

Good 40º cloudy morning. 

 

Yesterday started with rain and gloom...

We got quite a bit of rain. Some of it pouring down hard. We topped at 55º.

 

 

Picture of the Day... Capitol Records Building at Hollywood and Vine in 1962...

 

 

To read about this building, go here:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capitol_Records_Building

 

 

 

Interesting odd named town of Friendship Maine......

 

Friendship (formerly known as Meduncook) is a town in Knox County, Maine, United States. It is 31 miles southeast of Augusta. The population was 1,152 at the 2010 census.

Abenaki Native Americans called it Meduncook, meaning "bay at the end of the sandbar." Part of the Waldo Patent, it was first settled in 1750. A garrison was built on Garrison Island, which connects to the mainland at low tide. By 1754, 22 families lived in Meduncook, most taking shelter within the garrison when the French and Indian War broke out.

 

During the French and Indian War, the community was raided twice. The first attack was from the Abenaki just after sunrise on May 22, 1758. They killed and scalped Joshua and Hannah Bradford and their infant son Winslow. An original settler from Kingston, Massachusetts and great-grandson of Governor William Bradford, he had remained in his house, believing it close enough to the garrison that his family could flee there when necessary. But while pounding corn, the Bradfords missed hearing the garrison's alarm gun. Five of their children managed to escape their pursuers into the fort, but two of their sons Cornelius (21) and Joshua (12) were captured and carried to Canada.

 

After trying to lay siege to Thomaston, Maine in September 1758, a party of Native Americans and Acadians under the command of French Officer Boishebert raided the village. Eight British were captured or killed.

 

On February 25, 1807, Meduncook Plantation was incorporated as Friendship. By 1859, when the population was 691, the village had two shipbuilders, two gristmills, one shingle mill and three sawmills. By 1880, when the population was 938, other manufactures included sails, carriages, boots and shoes. But boat building remained the dominant industry in town, which became famous for producing the Friendship Sloop, a gaff-rigged sailboat designed for lobstering and fishing. Each summer the town hosts the Friendship Sloop Races.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 31.37 square miles, of which 14.10 square miles of it is alnd and 17.27 square miles is water. Located on a peninsula that projects into the Gulf of Maine, Friendship lies between Muscongus Bay and the Friendship River. It includes several islands, the largest of which is Friendship Long Island (or Meduncook Island). 

If you want to read more, go here:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Friendship,_Maine

 

 

 

 

 

From Mr. Food

 

If you're a fan of chicken and waffles then we've got a stress-free way to make dinner that uses your favorite frozen breaded chicken tenders from the freezer aisle! This recipe is also versatile because you can make it in the oven, or in an air fryer! Everyone will love our Bacon 'n' Fried Chicken Wafflewich as a hearty twist on a classic favorite!

 

• 8 slices crispy bacon
• 8 frozen breaded chicken breast tenders
• 8 frozen waffles, toasted according to package directions
• Maple syrup for drizzling

 

1. In a large skillet, over medium heat cook bacon until crispy. Remove to a paper towel lined plate. 
2. Meanwhile, heat the breaded chicken tenders according to the package instructions. 
3. Place two slices of bacon on each of four waffles. Top each with two chicken breast tenders, drizzle with syrup, and top with remaining waffles.

*****If you love the taste of homemade waffles, feel free to make them and pop them in the freezer, so you can make this whenever you get the hankerin’ for some true comfort eatin’. When you’re ready to use ‘em, simply pop them in the toaster, just like the store-bought ones. The cool thing about this is it costs less than 50¢ to make 8 homemade waffles.

 

 

Historically this date......

1944 – Georgios Papandreou becomes head of the Greek government-in-exile based in Egypt.

1962 – NASA's Ranger 4 spacecraft crashes into the Moon.

1981 – Dr. Michael R. Harrison of the University of California, San Francisco Medical Center performs the world's first human open fetal surgery.

1986 – A nuclear reactor accident occurs at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in the Soviet Union (now Ukraine), creating the world's worst nuclear disaster.

2018 – American comedian Bill Cosby is found guilty of sexual assault.

 

And births this date include...

1900 – Charles Richter, American geophysicist (d. 1985)

 

1933 – Carol Burnett, American comedian

 

 

Carol lived with her mother in Hollywood on Cherokee Avenue in a brownstone between Hollywood Boulevard and Yucca. My grandmother and aunt lived a block over on Whitley Avenue. Didn't know Carol (she wasn't famous yet) but probably had walked past her apartment building a bunch of times.

 

1938 – Duane Eddy, American musician

 

1942 – Bobby Rydell, American singer

 

1970 – Melania Trump, Slovene-American model; 47th First Lady of the United States

 

 

All I know. Nuff said. Have a good Monday. Ciao.

xo Sue Mom Bobo

On April 26th each year, National Audubon Day honors the birth of John James Audubon (April 26, 1785 – January 27, 1851).

Audubon was a French-American ornithologist, naturalist, and painter noted for his extensive studies of American birds and his detailed illustrations of the birds in their natural habitats. Audubon’s greatest work was The Birds of America which is considered one of the finest ornithological works ever completed. His work in this book contains more than 700 North American bird species with 435 hand-colored, life-size prints of 497 bird species.

Spring is an excellent time to observe the birds John Audubon described and painted. As they migrate across the country, set out feeders to welcome them along their journey. Watch them from your window or while strolling on a path.

According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, at last count approximately 45 million people watch birds. They bird watch while they travel or all year long from their homes. Many trek around the country to see a bird for the first time in its natural habitat. So can you. Learn about their habitats and migration patterns. Or simply watch them for their color and song. 

HOW TO OBSERVE

Grab the binoculars, the bird book, and see how many birds you can identify. Join local bird watching groups for tips and ideas. 

 

NATIONAL AUDUBON DAY HISTORY

The National Audubon Society sponsors National Audubon Day.  

 

 

Weather ~ Picture of the Day ~ Wisconsin Information ~ Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole ~ National Pet Parents Day ~ National Hug A Plumber Day

 

Good 39º raining morning. 

 

Yesterday the rain started early in the night. We got maybe 12 drops during the day. It got really windy and we topped at 60º.

 

 

Picture of the Day

 

 

 

Interesting about Wisconsin ...

• Capital: Madison
• Population: 5.8 million
• Altitude: 320 m

 

 

On April 20, 1836, the Territory of Wisconsin was established by Congress. Since its founding, Wisconsin has become known for its cheese, its frigid winter weather, and the Green Bay Packers. But there's more to America's DairyLand than that. Here are 5 interesting facts you probably didn't know about  Wisconsin...

 

Green Bay Is Known As The "Toilet Paper Capital of The World"Green Bay is known as the "Toilet Paper Capital of the World" because of the prevalence of the paper industry in the city. In 1901, Northern Paper Mills of Green Bay created the first ever “sanitary tissue” which they called Northern Tissue. By 1920, the company was producing toilet paper on a roll, and quickly became the world’s largest producer of bath tissue. The discovery that toilet paper could be made without shards of wood creeping through made “Splinter-Free“ Northern Tissue’s slogan. Wisconsin is the nation's No. 1 toilet paper manufacturer, cranking out $13.8 billion in products annually and employing over 30,000 people.

 

Margarine Was Once Illegal In WisconsinIn 1897, in order to protect that dairy industry, margarine colored yellow to look like butter was banned in the state. While the law was repealed in 1967, it remained illegal for public places such as restaurants and prisons to use the butter substitute—unless they also served butter. These restrictions were finally lifted in 2011.

 

Many Of The First Settlers Were Lead MinersYou might think that Wisconsin is the "Badger State" because these cute little guys are found in Wisconsin. Actually, the reference has to do with the rush of lead miners in the state during the early 19th century. At the time miners would come to Wisconsin but often did not have shelter.  When it grew colder, the workers would dig holes to sleep in, not unlike badgers. 

 

Monroe, Wisconsin Is The Swiss Cheese Capitol Of The WorldConsidering the name, you might assume that the Swiss Cheese Capital of the World is located in Switzerland. But you'd be wrong. Instead, this title is held by Monroe, Wisconsin. Cheese factories within a 40-mile radius surrounding Monroe produce 84% of Swiss cheese manufactured in the United States.

 

https://www.wisconsincheese.com/about-cheese/swiss-cheese

Wisconsin also leads the country in exports of other edible goods, including whey, cranberries, ginseng root, and sweet corn.

It Is Home To The First KindergartenThe first American kindergarten was actually started in Watertown, Wisconsin. It was opened in 1856 by Margarethe Schurz, who started a home kindergarten for her daughter and four of the cousins. She soon let other children in. You can even visit the actual house, which was been converted into a museum.

 

 

 

From Mr. Food

This chicken noodle casserole recipe isn't your average weeknight meal. It's even faster! Your gang's gonna love this slow-cooker Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole because it tastes so good. You'll love it because you don't have to precook the pasta. It's a win-win for everyone!

Obviously, when you combine cheese, chicken, and noodles, it's rare anyone will complain. Your family's favorite meal is only a few hours away. Plus, with the slow cooker, you can easily set it and forget it. Nothing could be easier than this easy chicken casserole recipe.

 

• 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
• 1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated cooked chicken chunks
• 1 (10-3/4-ounce) can cream of chicken and mushroom soup, undiluted
• 1 (10-3/4-ounce) can cream of celery soup, undiluted
• 1 (8-ounce) container sour cream
• 1 cup milk
• 1 (8-ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 (8-ounce) packages shredded Italian three-cheese blend
• 16 ounces rotini pasta, uncooked
• 1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, chopped

 

1. Drain spinach well, pressing between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Stir together spinach, chicken, and next 7 ingredients in a large bowl; stir in 1 package of cheese blend.
    
2. Arrange 1/3 of the uncooked pasta in a lightly greased 5-quart slow cooker. Spoon 1/3 of the chicken mixture over pasta, and sprinkle with 1/3 remaining cheese blend. Repeat layers two more times. Sprinkle top with Parmesan cheese and walnuts.
    
3. Cover and cook on LOW setting 3-1/2 to 4 hours, or until noodles are done. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
   
   

 

 

 

 

Historically this date.....

1901 – New York becomes the first U.S. state to require automobile license plates.

 

1939 – DC Comics publishes its second major superhero in Detective Comics #27; he is Batman, one of the most popular comic book superheroes of all time.

 

1945 – The Nazi occupation army surrenders and leaves Northern Italy after a general partisan insurrection by the Italian resistance movement; the puppet fascist regime

dissolves and Benito Mussolini tries to escape. This day is taken as symbolic of the Liberation of Italy.

 

1960 – The U.S. Navy submarine USS Triton completes the first submerged circumnavigation of the globe.

 

1965 – Teenage sniper Michael Andrew Clark kills three and wounds six others shooting from a hilltop along Highway 101 just south of Santa Maria, California.

2004 – The March for Women's Lives brings between 500,000 and 800,000 protesters, mostly pro-choice, to Washington D.C. to protest the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act of 2003, and other restrictions on abortion.

 

2011 – At least 300 people killed in deadliest tornado outbreak in the Southern United States since the 1974 Super Outbreak.

2015 – Nearly 9,100 are killed after a massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake strikes Nepal.

 

 

And births this date include....

 1940 - Al Pacino, American actor
     Rode hard? Put away wet? Ewwww......

 

1964 – Hank Azaria, American actor, director, comedian

1969 – Renée Zellweger, American actress

 

 

 

All I know. Nuff said. Have a good Sunday. Ciao.

xo Sue Mom Bobo

On the last Sunday in April, National Pet Parents Day recognizes the pet parents who go the extra mile to care for their fur babies. 

There is a very special connection, a unique bond, between a pet and its owner. This unique relationship, which can often last for many years, is often a vital part of the ‘pet parents’ life. Their loved pets are considered to be a member of the family. 

Some pet parents are new to the experience. Others are repeat performers. No matter how many pets or how often they engage in the relationship, it’s a special one every time. 

The observance was created to honor all dedicated pet parents across the nation with a special day of their own. 

HOW TO OBSERVE

There are several ways to celebrate this day.

• Give yourself some extra cuddle time with your pets
• Take a photo with your pet.

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

 

National Hug A Plumber Day on April 25th recognizes those who come to our rescue when pipes leak or drains are clogged.

Plumbers have kept the water flowing since ancient Rome. Whether it is a minor leak to a major clog, a plumber will have the right tool for the job. They also help us to install the right types of pipes and plumbing when building a house or new business. They’re the water specialists – designing plumbing systems that work when we need it. Thanks to plumbers, we have hot water on demand. Showers come with a variety of options and kitchens provide the ultimate in convenience.

Consider how plumbers improve our lives and health in the modern world. Their contributions could be inventions the human race would have a difficult time living without. Given a choice between using only a flush toilet or a smartphone for the rest of your life, which would you choose?