ABT'S - Atomic Buffalo Turds
I didn't make that name up.... it came with the recipe... honest!
Gary and I were treated to one of the best get-together meals with Steve & Alice and Mike & Laura this past weekend.
We had BBQ'd corn on the cob (grilled in the husks and salted with smoked sea salt) and chicken/peppers/onion kabobs and ABT's.
The ABT's are a bit of a job to put together but they're sure worth it. Click on the title or the picture and you'll find a recipe online for ABT's.
The picture shows cream cheese in the middle but you can substitute that for a mixture of (cooked) hot Italian sausage and grated cheddar cheese.
You can use maple smoked bacon as the wrapper and add another level of flavour to these not so little appetizers.
Don't worry about them being too hot 'n spicy.... the cheese and the bacon seems to neutralize the hot peppery taste.
Yum!
FREE CAMERA
We were so busy eating at the get-together above that I plum forgot to take pictures with my digital camera.
Speaking of digital cameras, (nice lead-in, eh) I just found a website from which you can download your own 35mm camera!
No way, you say? Yes way.
Go to Linatree (www.linatree.com) and look for the link to "Download a camera".
This might be a good challenge for bored kids during hot afternoons.
PLASTICS & BPA (Bisphenol A)
When you've had all that food (like the meal described above) you need to store the leftovers.
We all have numerous plastic storage containers of all shapes and sizes and colours in the cupboards.
Well, there was an interesting program on Radio CBC on July 20 about plastics containing BPA and the dangers of using them.
Below is a summary of the program and a link to the broadcast that will take you to the "Ontario Today" Story Achives page.
Once you get that webpage up, you will scroll down to the Thursday, July 20 spot on the page.
You will need RealPlayer on your computer to listen to the program.
"Last week on the program we heard about plastic containers and a chemical (BPA) that leaches from them... into everything ,,, water ... food ... even baby formula. Well that certainly got the talkback machine and email going - people had a lot of questions... So this hour - we're going to try to sort it all out. We're going to hear from one of the world's leading researchers on this chemical."
I did a bit of extra digging on the internet and found more websites with information on this topic:.
Researcher Provides Evidence Against Common Household Plastics
Uncovering a Hidden Danger
Trouble in the House of Plastic
I am now giving all of my plastics a second and third glance.... and thinking twice about storage and heating with them.
SUMMER
DRUMMIN' ON THE PORCH - August 2, August 16
Wymyn Drummers are invited to come on out and drum on the porch
on the first and third Wednesdays of July and August at the Wearne House.... 7:30pm - 9pm
Email me for directions... penny@pennywearne.com
If'n you don't have a drum, come along anyway.
You can clap, hum, listen, dance, or use one of the percussion instruments that will be on the table.
WOMEN'S DRUMMING CIRCLE
THE LOTUS CENTRE
7-9pm
Friday, August 4 & Friday, August 18
Friday, September 8 & Friday, August 22
The Lotus Centre is at the corner of Ann St. & Talbot St. in London.
Wymyn Drummers are invited to come on out and drum on the porch
on the first and third Wednesdays of July and August at the Wearne House.... 7:30pm - 9pm
Email me for directions... penny@pennywearne.com
If'n you don't have a drum, come along anyway.
You can clap, hum, listen, dance, or use one of the percussion instruments that will be on the table.
WOMEN'S DRUMMING CIRCLE
THE LOTUS CENTRE
7-9pm
Friday, August 4 & Friday, August 18
Friday, September 8 & Friday, August 22
The Lotus Centre is at the corner of Ann St. & Talbot St. in London.
SPRINGBANK PARK DRUMMING
Jack Barnes' Boombah Tuneday Drumming Circle will be in Springbank Park onWednesday nights.
Drummers meet up at the west end of the park around 7pm.
HEALING DRUMMING CIRCLE
Mike Devecchi leads a quiet, soothing frame drumming circle at Mount Hope.
This circle meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month, 7:30 - 9pm.
Mike has frame drums and percussion instruments to loan.
Mount Hope is at 21 Grosvenor Street... just west of Richmond Street.
of the dates and location of this exciting event, or to be put on their email list.
Do not be afeerd, I will keep you posted of this event as we draw near to that date in April 2007.
The Rhythm Sisters
Here are The Rhythm Sisters at their first gig: The Home County Festival 2006
Alycin (blue), Penny (orange), Julie (blue), Michelle (navy blue), Kathy (pink), & Sheila (orange).
We are available for your event!
DRUMMING UP LIFE
A Fall Weekend Drumming Retreat
October 13-15, 2006
Hockley Valley Ecology Retreat Centre
Doug Sole and Christine Stevens will be facilitating this annual fall retreat that
"will widen and deepen the shared experience of percussion, and its applications to a healthy and fulfilling life....
This interactive workshop is spiritual, musical, physical, and enjoyable.
It is for anyone who is experiencing health challenges or seeking to achieve greater wellness. "
$319.99+GST+5%Hotel Tax (about $360 for a great weekend)
BRIAN HENRY'S WRITING WORKSHOPS
DAILY "OM"
Penny
"Dream as if you'll live forever; Live as if you'll die today."
James Dean
Jack Barnes' Boombah Tuneday Drumming Circle will be in Springbank Park onWednesday nights.
Drummers meet up at the west end of the park around 7pm.
HEALING DRUMMING CIRCLE
Mike Devecchi leads a quiet, soothing frame drumming circle at Mount Hope.
This circle meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month, 7:30 - 9pm.
Mike has frame drums and percussion instruments to loan.
Mount Hope is at 21 Grosvenor Street... just west of Richmond Street.
UBAKA HILL & THE SHAPESHIFTERS
Canadian CD Release Party, Concert and
Drum Workshops.
"rhythmNwind Productions" are proud to host
Ubaka Hill and the
ShapeShifters in London, sometime in April, 2007.
Exact dates and location TBD.
Exact dates and location TBD.
The weekend will include drumming workshops
on a Friday evening, Saturday morning and all day Sunday.
Please circulate to those who might be interested and email rhythmnwind@rogers.com
to receive advanced notice of the dates and location of this exciting event, or to be put on their email list.
Do not be afeerd, I will keep you posted of this event as we draw near to that date in April 2007.
The Rhythm Sisters
Here are The Rhythm Sisters at their first gig: The Home County Festival 2006
Alycin (blue), Penny (orange), Julie (blue), Michelle (navy blue), Kathy (pink), & Sheila (orange).
We are available for your event!
DRUMMING UP LIFE
A Fall Weekend Drumming Retreat
October 13-15, 2006
Hockley Valley Ecology Retreat Centre
Doug Sole and Christine Stevens will be facilitating this annual fall retreat that
"will widen and deepen the shared experience of percussion, and its applications to a healthy and fulfilling life....
This interactive workshop is spiritual, musical, physical, and enjoyable.
It is for anyone who is experiencing health challenges or seeking to achieve greater wellness. "
$319.99+GST+5%Hotel Tax (about $360 for a great weekend)
BRIAN HENRY'S WRITING WORKSHOPS
“How
to Get Published,”
Saturday,
September 9,
London
“How to Build Your Story,”
Saturday,
September 30,
Kincardine
“How to Make Your Readers Love Your Work,” Saturday,
October 21,
Woodstock
| How to Get Published ~ with guest: literary agent Tina Tsallas ~ Saturday, September 9 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. London Central Library, Galleria Mall, London Stevenson and Hunt Room A Fee: $36 paid in advance or $39 at the door |
How to Build Your Story ~ plotting novels and writing short stories ~ Saturday, September 30 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kincardine Public Library, 727 Queen Street, Kincardine Fee: $36 paid in advance or $39 at the door |
How to Make Your Readers Love
Your Work ~ with guest: author Kelley Armstrong ~ Saturday, October 21 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The Royal Canadian Legion, 576 Brant Street, Woodstock Fee: $36 paid in advance or $39 at the door |
Brian Henry
110 Reiner Road
Toronto, ON M3H 2L6
For
more information or to register at the last minute,
e-mail: b.henry@3web.net or
phone: (416) 398-2770
DAILY "OM"
This site has inspirational messages.... I
particularly liked this one that was sent out by my first
drumming/chanting teacher, Liz Harris...
Increase the Light... Raise Your Vibration
Increase the Light... Raise Your Vibration
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THINGS
WE LEARN THROUGH THE YEARS
(sent to me by Trish C.)
I like my teacher because she cries when we sing "Silent Night". Age 5 Our dog doesn't want to eat my broccoli either. Age 7 When I wave to people in the country, they stop what they are doing and wave back. Age 9 Just when I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean it up again. Age 12 If you want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering someone else up. Age 14 Although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretly glad my parents are strict with me. Age 15 Silent company is often more healing than words of advice. Age 24 Brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures. Age 26 Wherever I go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there. Age 29 If someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it. Age 30 There are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it. Age 42 You can make some one's day by simply sending them a little note. Age 44 The greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on others. Age 46 Children and grandparents are natural allies. Age 47 No matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. Age 48 Singing "Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for hours. Age 49 Motel mattresses are better on the side away from the phone. Age 50 You can tell a lot about a man by the way he handles a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. Age 51 Keeping a vegetable garden is worth a medicine cabinet full of pills. Age 52 Regardless of your relationship with your parents, you miss them terribly after they die. Age 53 Making a living is not the same things as making a life. Age 58 If you want to do something positive for your children, work to improve your marriage. Age 61 Life sometimes gives you a second chance. Age 62 You shouldn't go through life with a catchers mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back. Age 64 If you pursue happiness, it will elude you; but if you focus on your family, the needs of others, your work, meeting new people, and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you. Age 65 Whenever I decide something with kindness, I usually make the right decision. Age 66 Everyone can use a prayer. Age 72 Even when I have pains, I don't have to be one. Age 82 Every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love that human touch: holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back. Age 90 I still have a lot to learn. Age 92 |
Penny
"Dream as if you'll live forever; Live as if you'll die today."
James Dean