Saturday is a gift. A package of time wrapped up in a leisurely silken bow, just waiting to be discovered. Saturday means laying aside anything which seeks to tear away one shred of peacefulness. So on this particular Saturday, we picked up a friend visiting from America, and sought a good Autumn memory together.
Apple orchards in Autumn make sense to me. We travelled not too far away to an organic orchard to gather some Fuji apples. Owen, the orchard-keeper was quick to walk us down to check the trees for fresh Fuji. We talked along the way about the various types of fruit grown there. No luck, all the Fuji's were picked, and some stored in the Cold Room. We might get some there.
We learned some home made preserves and relishes were available as well. After gathering some apples, Owen walked up to us with an arms filled with butternut squash.
Finally, he brought to us something which looked like a huge Bartlett pear. It was a quince. Those are not to be eaten raw, but rather poached or baked, then spooning the flesh into whatever you desire. (We'll put a pin in that and come back later)
Onto to Gold Creek, an area in the A.C.T. with many shops enticing us to meander through their space looking for "must-haves." One such place was a little eatery named "Sweet Copper" which I guess has its roots in candy and sweet making. However, after walking through the door out into the back, we found a restful spot to have some tea in the afternoon.
It is not for the tempestuous, impatient diner. However, if you enjoy the fresh Autumn air in the late afternoon; you are set. The dishes were prepared with care, very appealing and tasty indeed. Lunch will run you $15 to $30 per person.
By the time we parted, we had just enough time to hit the Belconnen Markets for some fresh veggies as well some rare types of meat (kangaroo, crocodile and the like) The sun was setting by the time we came home, a lovely time under the last bits of golden light giving way to lavender and deep purples. A good day indeed.
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OOPS! There I go again!
Hello again!
Well, it was like this. I had (and am having) "an adventure." Clair and I enjoy taking late night walks in the summer air. I am building up stamina for our trip in September to Italy. On Wednesday evening last, I took an unexpected spill while walking at a fast clip. Although the area was well lit, a tree darkened a patch of sidewalk. This concealed an upturned pad of concrete, which caught my left foot, front on, and down I went after stumbling a few steps trying to recover from the trip. When I fell, (like a huge sack of potatoes) I landed full force onto my left arm and rolled on the arm twisting it very hard.
After Clair helped me to my feet, I continued walking home. I took a shower, and noted the damage. Right hand was scraped up pretty bad mainly on the heel of the hand, scraped right forearm up to and including the elbow. I did manage to break my fall enough to keep from landing full force on my knees. My clothes were not torn. One cut under my right bra line made by my keys which I had tucked into "the vault" inside my bra. My left arm was by far the most serious injury.
After my shower, there were spasms and cramps in my upper arm. Enough so to cause me to cry out in pain. And hour later I was in tears. When I tried to lay down, I worked on getting my arm down along my side. That seemed to give relief from the upper arm spasms and cramping. So I took some Panadol OSTEO tablets for pain, and decided to see what the morning would bring.
Yesterday began with noting some serious swelling from my fingers up to my shoulder, but no bruising other than the heel of my left hand. My arm was behaving more like it was a very bad sprain more than anything. I began to evaluate what sort of movements would be most painful. I could not fully extend my arm along side my body. Rotating my forearm was painful. Bending my arm was painful as well. The upper arm continued to be swollen and cramped up. The shoulder appeared to be okay though and moved without pain. So more time will most likely cause it to improve, along with therapy. (What would my nurse friends do?)
By Friday morning, I felt improved. I spent some time, before getting out of bed, massaging some swelling away, putting BioFreeze and applying peppermint massage oil, and working on improving the movement in the fore arm and elbow, as well as the hand, fingers and wrist. I believe I was fortunate to have gotten by with no fractures, and will notice if I develop any symptoms otherwise. So at this point, no x-rays, and continued treatment at home.
Last November I celebrated my sixty-second birthday. My goal is to improve health and fitness with every year. To a point where I can walk and climb enough to be able to enjoy our vacations without having to stop every thirty minutes. My overall health is improving largely because of the food combining program I have practiced for the last year, combined with more walking activity weekly. I hope to incorporate swimming or swimmercise as well now that we are in the Summer season.
So, other than my recent "Trip". Things are progressing in the direction I would need to go to reach my goals. I also took a break from studying Italian and French over the holidays, and feel ready to pick up at my twenty-first lesson of Level One. Enjoying language very much.
Okay, your turn. What's your news? Look forward to hearing from you.
Well, it was like this. I had (and am having) "an adventure." Clair and I enjoy taking late night walks in the summer air. I am building up stamina for our trip in September to Italy. On Wednesday evening last, I took an unexpected spill while walking at a fast clip. Although the area was well lit, a tree darkened a patch of sidewalk. This concealed an upturned pad of concrete, which caught my left foot, front on, and down I went after stumbling a few steps trying to recover from the trip. When I fell, (like a huge sack of potatoes) I landed full force onto my left arm and rolled on the arm twisting it very hard.
After Clair helped me to my feet, I continued walking home. I took a shower, and noted the damage. Right hand was scraped up pretty bad mainly on the heel of the hand, scraped right forearm up to and including the elbow. I did manage to break my fall enough to keep from landing full force on my knees. My clothes were not torn. One cut under my right bra line made by my keys which I had tucked into "the vault" inside my bra. My left arm was by far the most serious injury.
After my shower, there were spasms and cramps in my upper arm. Enough so to cause me to cry out in pain. And hour later I was in tears. When I tried to lay down, I worked on getting my arm down along my side. That seemed to give relief from the upper arm spasms and cramping. So I took some Panadol OSTEO tablets for pain, and decided to see what the morning would bring.
Yesterday began with noting some serious swelling from my fingers up to my shoulder, but no bruising other than the heel of my left hand. My arm was behaving more like it was a very bad sprain more than anything. I began to evaluate what sort of movements would be most painful. I could not fully extend my arm along side my body. Rotating my forearm was painful. Bending my arm was painful as well. The upper arm continued to be swollen and cramped up. The shoulder appeared to be okay though and moved without pain. So more time will most likely cause it to improve, along with therapy. (What would my nurse friends do?)
By Friday morning, I felt improved. I spent some time, before getting out of bed, massaging some swelling away, putting BioFreeze and applying peppermint massage oil, and working on improving the movement in the fore arm and elbow, as well as the hand, fingers and wrist. I believe I was fortunate to have gotten by with no fractures, and will notice if I develop any symptoms otherwise. So at this point, no x-rays, and continued treatment at home.
Last November I celebrated my sixty-second birthday. My goal is to improve health and fitness with every year. To a point where I can walk and climb enough to be able to enjoy our vacations without having to stop every thirty minutes. My overall health is improving largely because of the food combining program I have practiced for the last year, combined with more walking activity weekly. I hope to incorporate swimming or swimmercise as well now that we are in the Summer season.
So, other than my recent "Trip". Things are progressing in the direction I would need to go to reach my goals. I also took a break from studying Italian and French over the holidays, and feel ready to pick up at my twenty-first lesson of Level One. Enjoying language very much.
Okay, your turn. What's your news? Look forward to hearing from you.
Friday, October 9, 2009
Julia Child and I Have been Spending Time Together (Sorta)
Today is spent in leisurely withdrawing our things now integrated in the home we have been caring for over the last month. This is the completion of our sixth house-sitting arrangement since arriving in Canberra. The plan is to begin in one room, and systematically group and label the things we have placed since we moved in last month. Thankfully, this short assignment was not the norm. Most of our arrangements averaged 2 months. Taking a break from the packing is helpful in keeping a pace.
Have you seen Meryl Streep's new Film? "Julie & Julia"is a film I have waited to see with great anticipation. Why? Well, perhaps the fact that I filled the days with listening to audio books about Julia. "My Life In France" and "Appetite For Life" filled in many blanks for me. Why was it I was now obsessed with wanting to know who she was, how she became Julia, and how in the world she managed her only marriage at age forty, and a career within ten years. Her warmth and directness strengthened her indomitable spirit. I enjoyed learning about their life together in the early years, then one or two decades which followed. There seems to be a lack of information covering her success on television,and her books and special teaching classes promoting her books. Paul died at age 92. Julie (in the movie) is said to have died at age 91. Actually, she died two days before her ninety-second birthday. Still, that was twenty years after the love of her life died. ''I am still delving into the images and articles written about her. As a woman with grand children (note the side-step from writing the "G" word?) it is good for them to learn that one can be six foot two inches tall, have a rather high peculiar voice, and no particular talents, and still.... attain what Julia did in her lifetime. More to share, but for right now, back to the packing.... "Bon Appetit!"
Have you seen Meryl Streep's new Film? "Julie & Julia"is a film I have waited to see with great anticipation. Why? Well, perhaps the fact that I filled the days with listening to audio books about Julia. "My Life In France" and "Appetite For Life" filled in many blanks for me. Why was it I was now obsessed with wanting to know who she was, how she became Julia, and how in the world she managed her only marriage at age forty, and a career within ten years. Her warmth and directness strengthened her indomitable spirit. I enjoyed learning about their life together in the early years, then one or two decades which followed. There seems to be a lack of information covering her success on television,and her books and special teaching classes promoting her books. Paul died at age 92. Julie (in the movie) is said to have died at age 91. Actually, she died two days before her ninety-second birthday. Still, that was twenty years after the love of her life died. ''I am still delving into the images and articles written about her. As a woman with grand children (note the side-step from writing the "G" word?) it is good for them to learn that one can be six foot two inches tall, have a rather high peculiar voice, and no particular talents, and still.... attain what Julia did in her lifetime. More to share, but for right now, back to the packing.... "Bon Appetit!"
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Sink your teeth into this one...
As a first time taste goes, one hopes for the best. This Smoked Trout & Veggie Pie did not dissapoint.
I was in Griffith, at the stops in the neighborhood there, I noticed a Organic Butcher shop and bakery.
(Hmmm, interesting). I stepped up and into the shop into a world of sausages and prime cuts. Two gents manned the counters, very kind indeed. I looked around a bit.
On the right end of the shop were baked goods in a case. Nothing sweet as one might think, simply various meat pies and tarts. I noticed a Smoked Trout & Veggie Pie about 10 inches across. It was so stout and thick, baked a a lovely pastry crust. After inquiring about the source of the fish; I learned the trout is fresh from Tasmania, then smoked on the premises. Just pop it into a fan oven at 160 degrees for twenty-two minutes and "Voila!" you have an very unique main dish. Clair and I enjoyed this so very much. Hot from the oven, the crust is crisp and fragrant; ample enough to hold the now bubbling veggie and trout filling. The balance of fish to veggies was right on the nose. I heartily recommend you try this dish. You can find this shop in Griffith: Griffith Butchery
www.griffithbutchery.com.au
10 Barker St
Griffith ACT 2603
(02) 6295 9781
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
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