Good morning!!!!

[lostcreekranch]

Most people don't know that back in 1912, Hellmann's mayonnaise was manufactured in England. In fact, the Titanic was carrying 12,000 jars of the condiment scheduled for delivery in Vera Cruz, Mexico, which was to be the next port of call for the great ship after its stop in New York. This would have been the largest single shipment of mayonnaise ever delivered to Mexico. But as we know, the great ship did not make it to New York. The ship hit an iceberg and sank, and the cargo was forever lost. The people of Mexico, who were crazy about mayonnaise, and were eagerly awaiting its delivery, were disconsolate at the loss. Their anguish was so great, that they declared a National Day of Mourning, which they still observe to this day. The National Day of Mourning occurs each year on May 5th and is known, of course, as Sinko de Mayo.

 

[mostly_gas]

Good evening all. 56F for the start and a bit breezy, mostly clear sky. Sky remained clear, wind was bisk at non but fell off during afternoon high temp of 81F. Slow start, did make breakfast for us. Tried to prep for tourny this afternoon, neglected to check GPS batteries so did not have the distance to info we are used to having.Had a nice couple to play with.
Prayers for all.

 

[Eric Salop]

Lots of sun this morning, too hot to be out in the yard with hammer and chisel ( well, that's my excuse), instead there are plenty of jobs to do in the shade.

Our Grillo mower has been reluctant to start recently, only this time it is probably not another safety interlock contact as there is a good "clack" as the starter relay closes, yet no sound from the starter motor and the battery voltage hardly dips. I shorted the relay and it started ok, so likely to be the relay contacts. Tried to get it out late yesterday afternoon and got frustrated by the Italian design - great styling, but as I've discovered before, only intended for someone with smaller hands than me to work on.

Most people don't know that ...

Did you realise that comprising mostly of fat, the density of mayonnaise is almost identical to that of an iceberg ? Unlike rick's tale, "Fatbergs" really do lurk beneath the surface. I don't know of any that have sunk famous ships, though this monster one caused a lot of trouble last year - maybe you should finish breakfast before watching this

Monster 13-tonne fatberg blocks London sewer - YouTube

 

[daugen]

woke to happily greet the sound of rain on the roof, a gentle rain this morning, .11 so far and expect about an inch. Just perfect for the crops.
I've been looking forward to today for a quieter inside day.

David, are you getting any smoke or smell?

Going to pull out my new food vacuum bagger today and bag my first batch of snow peas. I'm not blanching them, seems to be a lot of different opinions on that, any suggestions for those who have experience freezing vegetables? The last time I froze blueberries they came out as dehydrated chewy things, not exactly what I want from the peas.

May your day be peaceful.

 

[daugen]

well maybe I should blanche...

To end the ripening process and to avoid release of gases in the package, veggies should be blanched quickly for about 4 minutes in boiling water. By doing so, the ripening process will stop and the germs will be killed. Also, short timing will keep intact the original rigidity of vegetables. Soon after blanching, put them in a bowl of ice water. This action will stop the cooking process taking place in the vegetables.

snow peas cook so quickly my guess is about one minute boiling should be plenty.

 

[Ed of all trades]

Good morning all, 52 this morning going to 67 with a 40%--- 70% chance of showers, less than 1/4" expected. Plan to take it easy today, will see.

Drew, we heard of not blanching several veg and tried it when I was young but it was never pleasing to eat. Never tried it on snow peas.

Prayers for those in need, have a great day. Ed

 

[ronjhall]

The National Day of Mourning occurs each year on May 5th and is known, of course, as Sinko de Mayo.

 

[wngsprd]

56 going to 76...no rain here until maybe late. Need it.

Rick, I got a good laugh at your story.

Our well water is very good, but on rare occasion some silt and tiny sand will make its way into the house...it used to be after only the most enormous rain of the year, but I fixed that problem. Now it seems it has only occurred twice in many years, each time after a power outage, which we had a couple of days ago. It doesn't happen after most power outages, but it did yesterday...clay silt clogged the screen/aerator in the kitchen sink, and the washing machine...so spent a couple of hours taking the screens off every sink and shower, both hoses on the washer, and washed and scrubbed with vinegar for good measure. It only affected the cold water line, but I'm sure the bottom of the hot water tank had some sediment. I'll drain it soon. Think I need a whole house filter?

 

[ronjhall]

Drinking first cup of coffee. 50° with clear skies this morning. Heading to 71° with rain. Yesterday was very nice. When the lawn was done I called it a day. Apple watch says I did over 12k steps. No aches or pains this morning. Going to work on the 2 largest parts of paver leveling project. Will see how far I get before rain moves in. Then some rib smoking/grilling and a little NASCAR in afternoon.

Prayers for those in need.

Good Morning All.

 

[ronjhall]

Our well water is very good, but on rare occasion some silt and tiny sand will make its way into the house...it used to be after only the most enormous rain of the year, but I fixed that problem. Now it seems it has only occurred twice in many years, each time after a power outage, which we had a couple of days ago. It doesn't happen after most power outages, but it did yesterday...clay silt clogged the screen/aerator in the kitchen sink, and the washing machine...so spent a couple of hours taking the screens off every sink and shower, both hoses on the washer, and washed and scrubbed with vinegar for good measure. It only affected the cold water line, but I'm sure the bottom of the hot water tank had some sediment. I'll drain it soon. Think I need a whole house filter?

Reminds me that it's time to drain water heater and change whole house filters. After 3 months filters are a nasty black. And smell terrible. We are on a well for water. Water out of tap does test good and has no smell.