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I'm sure we will. I'm even more excited now.

Good morning, everyone. Another chilly start to what is supposed to be a lovely day. I'll get out and do my laps around the block and then get serious about packing for the cruise. The house is pretty well packed up except for what I am currently using. I just hope I keep the house packing and trip packing separate. I don't want to arrive in Quebec tomorrow with a bunch of kitchen utensils and no underwear. We received word that our itinerary has changed and we are skipping Gaspe. I'm disappointed, but have to fall back on the fact that I am on a BHB and very fortunate to be able to cruise at all. Today's meal sounds delicious, but the rice is a no no for me. Since the rice is such a staple to the dish, I don't know that substituting riced cauliflower would do it justice. Biryani is a mixed rice dish originating among the Muslims of the Indian subcontinent. It is made with Indian spices, rice, and usually some type of meat (chicken, beef, goat, lamb, prawn, fish) or in some cases without any meat, and sometimes, in addition, eggs and potatoes. Biryani is one of the most popular dishes in South Asia, as well as among the diaspora from the region. Similar dishes are also prepared in other parts of the world such as in Iraq, Thailand, and Malaysia. Biryani is the single most-ordered dish on Indian online food ordering and delivery services. There are many different types of Biryani, depending on the ingredients, seasonings, and region where it is found. Lakhnavi or Awadhi biryani is mildly spiced, to be eaten with a gravy on the side Kolkata biryani is all about the potatoes and eggs--and a hint of sweetness Hyderabadi biryani is spicy and has the distinct flavour of saffron Kerala biryani is rich in green herbs, golden onions, cashews, and ghee You can read more about the different kinds here: https://www.idiva.com/lifestyle/food/the-differences-between-indias-awadhi-calcutta-and-hyderabadi-biryanis/18003176 Here is our first recipe. https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/hyderabadi-biryani-recipe/ Looks good, doesn't it. If rice wasn't such a no no for me I'd be at it with my fork and spoon. When making biryani, the rice should not be sticky. Each grain should be separate and scatter easily. Use the best quality basmati rice you can find. https://www.thedeliciouscrescent.com/easy-hyderabadi-chicken-biryani/ Here is one last version. It can be made with either mutton or chicken. I'll take the chicken, please! https://food.ndtv.com/recipe-hyderabadi-biryani-517349 Wishing everyone a wonderful day and safe travels for those who are traveling today. The lovely Tina @0106 will be providing the meals of the day while I am cruising. Many thanks to Tina.

It isn't like the foundation is crumbling or anything like that. I look at the roof and painting as normal house maintenance. Crumbling foundations are another story. I reread sister's notes about the wiring. It is ugly where it comes into the house. Ok, find me a house where cables and wired coming into the house are attractive.

That is the same issue I have.

I think we did pick a winner! I was thinking along the same lines about building up the slush fund for the roof. One of the things my financial advisor told me was to open an equity line of credit for situations like this. We won't have a mortgage, so this would be doable. I think they are normal wear and tear things on a house. It isn't like the foundation is crumbling. You are making me so excited!! I think so! Thank you!

The home we are purchasing had an inspection today. Mostly good things came out of it. My sister and brother in law were there during the inspection and I have to keep in mind that my sister has always had the ability to turn a hang nail into a fatal event. One of things noted is that the roof on the front part of the house will need replacement in the next 5 years or so according to the inspector. The back was replaced in 2020. The back is rubber and the front is tar and pitch with stone on it. Why they didn't replace the whole roof is beyond me. The second thing of note is that the house needs painting and there are two spots of woodpecker damage. I had noticed the woodpecker damage and it isn't so extensive that it needs to be resided, just repaired. We had also noticed that the house would need painting. My sister seems to think these two things are insurmountable. We already have colors picked out for the house. Other than that, everything looks good. There was some question about wiring coming into the house, but my niece's husband can look at that and see if there is a problem. He is a lineman for the utility company. That's all my news.

I hope the laptop is fixable. Can't wait to meet you on board.

Good morning, everyone! It is a cold start to the day here in northeast Ohio, but warming this afternoon to low 70s. And, it will be sunny and bright. Today is more packing with a little laundry thrown in. Kale is a green, leafy, cruciferous vegetable that is rich in nutrients. It may offer a range of health benefits for the whole body. Kale contains fiber, antioxidants, calcium, vitamins C and K, iron, and a wide range of other nutrients that can help prevent various health problems. Antioxidants help the body remove unwanted toxins that result from natural processes and environmental pressures. These toxins, known as free radicals are unstable molecules. If too many build up in the body, they can lead to cell damage. This may result in health problems such as inflammation and diseases. Experts believe that free radicals may play a role in the development of cancer, for example. You can read about the individual health benefits of kale here: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/270435#benefits Here we have sweet potato and kale pizza along with a cute story of a loving husband who comes home from work and whips up an out of the box pizza for dinner. https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/sweet-potato-kale-pizza-with-rosemary-red-onion/ I remember my grandmother referring to pizza as a pie. She'd tell my grandfather to go pick up the pie for dinner and I was imagining cherry or blueberry pie. We got pizza instead. Here is a cross between pie and pizza. https://souvlakiforthesoul.com/kale-feta-and-sweet-potato-pie/ This last recipe includes a gluten free crust and is the kind I like - full of toppings. https://bojongourmet.com/cheesy-sweet-potato-kale-galette-gluten-free-whole-grain/ Wishing you all a wonderful day!

I've heard tree lawn, devil's strip, and out lawn.

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I understand avoiding the Lido when possible. I've developed an aversion to crowds. So, you either go very early or very late to the Lido.

I think you'd be ok, but we always tried to get there earlier so we didn't hold the staff over too long. There were a couple mornings that we were 10-15 minutes late leaving and the staff never said a word to hurry us along.

They are the same as the MDR for both breakfast and dinner.

To all our Jewish Dailyite family members:

Good morning, everyone. Another day of packing for a move and a cruise. I'm really excited about the cruise now. It makes it hard to sleep because I keep thinking about being on board a BHB. In time, in time. I love today's meal. Çöp Şiş (pronounced 'chop shish') is a type of lamb shish kebab eaten throughout Anatolia in Turkey. The etymology of the name is uncertain, though 'Çöp' means garbage or rubbish in modern Turkish, and may have come from the word meaning 'chaff', the stalk of wheat removed during winnowing. It has also been suggested that they are so called because the meat used is the smaller scraps of meat that are not used for other types of kebab. Çöp şiş is generally cooked on wooden skewers rather than iron ones. During preparation, the lamb meat and pieces of fat are mixed with garlic and tomato and left to marinate with black pepper, oregano and olive oil, before cooking over an ocak, or grill. It is usually served with grilled peppers and onion, with bread as an option to wrap the lamb and vegetables inside. I remember my dad making Shish Kebab when I was a kid. We had it with grilled tomato, onion, pepper, and mushrooms. The vegetables were more popular in our family than the meat and we had twice as many veggies as meat chunks. The first recipe is a simple one that comes with pictures to guide us. https://ye-mek.net/recipe/turkish-chop-shish-kebab-recipe This recipe is a bit more complex, but I am sure it is worth it. https://barbecuebible.com/recipe/real-turkish-shish-kebab/ There are many types of turkish kebabs. You can find the one you like best here: https://goturkiye.com/blog/list-of-the-types-of-turkish-kebabs Wishing everyone a wonderful day. Safe travels to @richwmn. @JazzyV @Cruzin Terri

Join us in the lobby at 6:30. We're going in search of onion soup and crepes.

Safe travels, Sharon. Can't wait to see you in the lobby of the Chateau Frontenac.

I love spaghetti squash! I do this quite often when I want spaghetti.

Good morning, everyone! It is a chilly start to the day here in northeast Ohio, but it is supposed to warm to the mid 60's. Chilly is ok for doing my laps as I prefer cooler weather for walking. Today is a day for all of us. We might not think so, but we all participate here on the Daily and that makes us techies. I bet we all do more than we think in that area. No boyfriend here, but I will salute children's health. As Roy said, childhood health is critically important to adult health. I would love the spaghetti and meatball skillet supper, but I'll pass due to the carb content. I'd have to have such a small serving to stay within my limits on carbs that it isn't worth the effort to make it. But, I'm sure many of you would really enjoy this meal. It is a great idea for a cool weather day. Add in a crisp tossed salad and some garlic bread and you have a home run. Our first recipe comes from Taste of Home: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/spaghetti-meatball-skillet-supper/ Or you can try this version: https://www.thespruceeats.com/skillet-spaghetti-481948 Ree Drummond's version is a little more involved, but I'm sure the flavor is worth it! https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/skillet-spaghetti-and-meatballs-8348901 Want to be a little bit different? Make it a pie: https://www.rosinarecipes.com/recipes/meatball/spaghetti-meatball-pie/ Wishing all of you a wonderful day.

Good morning, everyone. Three great days to celebrate today. We had an old white 1963 Plymouth Belvedere station wagon that we referred to as The Old White Ghost. When I learned to drive, that is the car I was allowed to drive. My dad bought a used Pontiac Bonneville that we called Bonny. I liked that one because it was a sedan. Nothing much is on the agenda today besides walking and packing, both for the move and the cruise. At the rate I am going, I will have most of the house packed up before I leave on the cruise. That will help for when I get back. We have had today's meal before. The pictures all looked familiar and I checked my picture file and they were all there. First, a little background. Temaki sushi, also known as hand rolled sushi, is a popular casual Japanese food. The conelike form of temaki incorporates rice, specially prepared seaweed called nori, and a variety of fillings known as neta. In Japanese culinary tradition, the word sushi actually refers to the specially prepared rice which forms the base of all sushi dishes, ranging from nigiri sushi to plain bowls of rice with scattered toppings. In Japanese, the term maki refers to any type of sushi roll incorporating nori, while te means hand. While most maki sushi is rolled by hand to some extent, temaki is considered to be much more of a hands-on food, as it is prepared and eaten with the hands rather than using tools such as chopsticks and sushi mats. Temaki starts with a sheet of nori, which is usually cut in half to make it more manageable. The cook scoops a small amount of sushi rice onto the nori and follows with neta of choice before rolling it tightly up into a cone which can be held easily in the hand and dipped into sauces. Traditionally, temaki is eaten by hand, because it would be ungainly with chopsticks, and quickly, because the nori will start to soften and turn rubbery from the ingredients if allowed to sit too long. Temaki can be filled with any sort of neta imaginable: fresh fish, tempura vegetables, fresh vegetables, grilled tofu or fish, or even fried eggs. Because of the casual hand held nature of the food, many families simply arrange a tray of neta, sushi rice, and nori, allowing family members and guests to make temaki rolls to taste. In addition to the filling, a variety of dipping sauces and condiments such as soy sauce, ponzu sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi are set out. https://www.foodrepublic.com/2015/10/13/what-is-temaki-and-is-it-the-next-big-trend/ I would probably like this with the cooked fish or even the scrambled eggs. I'd use very little rice because of the effects on blood sugar. https://www.justonecookbook.com/temaki-sushi-hand-roll/ Temaki is really one of those make it your own dishes. One last idea: https://www.tasteatlas.com/temaki/recipe Wishing you all a wonderful day. Special thoughts for those who are recovering from Ian and Fiona.

@kplady Congratulations!

Thank you so much for letting us know you are ok. That is the most important thing. I hope you get power back soon. @cunnorl Happy Birthday to your DH. I've been in the lost earring club many times. Sometimes they are found and sometimes they are not.

Rabbit, rabbit, white rabbit! Good morning, everyone. We have a chilly start to a cool day here in northeast Ohio. For me it is more of the same - doing my laps, packing boxes, and listening on a Zoom meeting. It is nice to just have to be a participant and not lead them. I can fully embrace the celebrations today. Love my coffee, I'm old, and I try to be frugal. I haven't been to successful on that part lately. I took the bait yesterday and upgraded from an inside stateroom to a balcony cabin through a paid upsell. I think I'll enjoy it. I passed up on the first round of upsells but this one came in quite a bit lower. Today's meal showcases cumin. I love cumin in recipes. I make a fish dish that uses pico de gallo, cumin, basil, and oregano, I sprinkle a dash of olive oil on it and then put it in the oven till its done. The cumin gives it a really nice flavor. Cumin is a flowering plant in the family Apiaceae, native to the Irano-Turanian Region. Its seeds – each one contained within a fruit, which is dried – are used in the cuisines of many cultures in both whole and ground form. Although cumin is thought to have uses in traditional medicine, there is no high-quality evidence that it is safe or effective as a therapeutic agent. Cumin seed is used as a spice for its distinctive flavor and aroma. Cumin can be found in some cheeses, such as Leyden cheese, and in some traditional breads from France. Cumin can be an ingredient in chili powder (often Tex-Mex or Mexican-style) and is found in achiote blends, adobos, sofrito, garam masala, curry powder, and bahaarat, and is used to flavor numerous commercial food products. In South Asian cooking it is often combined with coriander seeds in a powdered mixture called dhana jeera. Cumin can be used ground or as whole seeds. It imparts an earthy, warming and aromatic character to food, making it a staple in certain stews and soups, as well as spiced gravies such as curry and chili. It is also used as an ingredient in some pickles and pastries. For cumin steak you will usually find the cumin in a rub that is used to flavor the steak before cooking. This first recipe comes from the Food Network and does just that along with a cucumber salad. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/sunny-anderson/sunnys-easy-cumin-rubbed-steak-with-cucumber-salad-5580115 A rub or marinade can be used on different cuts of meat as in this one for flank steak. https://www.certifiedangusbeef.com/recipes/Cumin-and-Coriander-Rubbed-Flank-Steak This one gives us a cumin chili combination for flank steak (or any other kind of steak). https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/cumin-chili-spiced-flank-steak/ You can always use your cumin steak in a salad. Here's one for cumin steak and roasted root vegetable salad. https://www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com/recipes/recipe/1858/cumin-rubbed-steak-and-roasted-root-vegetable-salad Maybe this steak can be a last chance at the barbecue as the seasons change on us. Wishing everyone a wonderful day. Thankful we have heard from most of our Florida Dailyites. Hoping we hear from @jimgev soon.

Thank you so much for checking in. Now we can breathe a sigh of relief knowing you are safe. The cruise sounds like a wonderful idea. Enjoy it and don't worry about things like electricity. It will come on again.