Mrs.J

11 hours ago, MN Transplant said:

I really wonder what would have happened if they never released “photograph”.  Would they be as universally panned?  Their first few songs were harmless.

Personally I am not a fan of bands who sing constipated. So nope doomed from the start. 

Just now, toolsheds said:

Made some deep dish pizza on Monday night.....It was really good.  

Next time I'll get a pic. 

NIce! And yes would love to see others creations. 

I am going to have to start altering my cooking/baking. Getting tested for a dairy allergy. Broke out in hives 4 times last week. Have removed all ideas of what could cause it and did dairy last. Had cream cheese on Wed on seed crackers and broke out again 30 min after eating. Have to be off dairy for the next 3-4 weeks then test again. Already looking into alternatives. 

Hello all. What is everyone up to?

Just paid our first college tuition bill. The older Miss J has Dual enrollment English and her class is in the second semester. 

3 hours ago, WinterWxLuvr said:

LOL, I know

It is like you are playing slots! 

After 3 days of gray overcast skies was nice to wake up to the glorious sun this morning. And shining all day has me feeling pretty good. Get out and enjoy the sun today if you can. 

Anyone else having issues with keeping warm these past two days? This damp has me chilled even in the house. And yes I know I can up the thermostat but I don't want to. Sitting here typing with my old lady half mittens on to keep my finger joints working. 

From the Jones Family, yes that is what the J is for. Merry Christmas to you all!

Squall line just got here. Rain blowing sideways. 

The Airing of grievances are going to be EPIC this year. 

5 hours ago, Always in Zugzwang said:

We need @WxWatcher007 to come out with that Bat Signal picture that he uses for @Mrs.J...only in this case, put @Bob Chill's icon on there!!

I am always willing to share. 

2 hours ago, leesburg 04 said:

Hey guys serious question....does jelly go bad?

If you leave it opened in your fridge for a very long time, yea you will have a science experiment. That being said jelly/jam does not last long here so only once did I ever find a jar that got shoved back in the fridge to turn into an experiment. 

On another note... Happy Winter Solstice! Or as Equestrians call it the start of getting our daylight back to ride! 

9 hours ago, nj2va said:

12/19/09 definitely a top storm for me. Cold powder for 95 is hard to get, especially in December. 

It was that storm along with the 2 in January that put us on the path to getting a new house with a garage. Mr. J grew up in the South and our old townhome had parking spots. Him and I digging out two cars three times was enough for him. And I grew up in OH where a garage was almost standard. And you used it to park your cars in. Found a townhome with a double car garage and he has been a happy camper. 

After a round of sleet big fat fluffy flakes. 

1 hour ago, 40westwx said:

This will go down as the worst winter storm ever for me... I say this with a heavy heart.. earlier today my son took our Great Dane out to play in the snow... as he was galloping through the snow he collapsed and suddenly died.. he was extremely healthy.. it makes no sense.. I had to put him in the car in the front yard and take him to the vet to get him cremated.. 

It happened in front of all the neighbors... I feel like this isnt real or something...

OH I am so sorry to hear this! Losing a pet under normal circumstances is hard, this has to be the worst. He will forever hold a place in your heart. Hugs to you and your family. 

Why did we have to change from snow to sleet and freezing rain. Driveway was a beast to clear. 28.3/27

5 hours ago, wxtrix said:

they are super sticky so a well-greased pan is essential. I haven't tried using parchment paper because i love the crispy edges and corners.   I am going to make some butter press-out cookies later today or tomorrow.  I made chicken stock over the weekend for soup tonight and I need to get started on a loaf of bread instead of staring out the window at the snow.

So my daughter made these. OH MY they are so good!!! Thank you for the tip on the recipe. 

Hearing some sleet here.

Out my front door. 

Just came in from our first driveway clear off. Solid 6" and just as fast as we were clearing it off it was accumulating again. Wind is getting nasty out there too. 25.4/24

Wow just looked out the window again and it is full on puking snow up here. 

1 minute ago, wxtrix said:

you can put anything and everything in them and it doesn't ruin the texture of the cookie. plus you don't have to wait for butter to soften.

I will get the older Miss J on those as soon as school is done. 

2" so far. 25.4/24 here with low visibility. 

2 hours ago, wxtrix said:

https://smittenkitchen.com/2006/11/blondies/

 

OH those look great!

Pavement has caved up here in my neighborhood. 27.2/22