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Cyns, you don't half have some fun!

It's a quiet day here, not surprised after last night

JB still not feeling well. He came in handy last night, sorting taxi' for everyone. He only had a ginger beer......we all made up for him though ;-)

Ouch! My feet hurt..... :-(


Lots going on in you-know-where this morning and then, this afternoon, I donned my wellies and plodded round and round a muddy field whilst enjoying the annual country show for our area. Lots of families having lots of fun........all the usual cattle, horse, hens, rabbits, crafts, food, charity stalls. Thank goodness the weather cleared up and was lovely and sunny.... :-D



Daughter's 'fancy' wellies got stuck on her feet and she couldn't get them off......dad came to the rescue with a pair of scissors..........different!!!!


Apparently a chap in a mobility scooter got stuck in the mud and had to be towed off the field by a tractor.......ooooops!!

Ey Up~~~~~~

Breakfast looks fab <3

What a night! Brilliant time had by all.

Lots of fun and laughs, Irish music, dancing and............

I am still 49, until Tuesday ;-)

WOW ! - That was certainly worth getting out of bed for !

What a delicious 'spread' Persie <3 <3

I am going to start with the 'Big Breakfast' and then work my way around the rest !! ;-) :-D :-D

Thank you Persie <3

Dea Xxx

Good morning and thank you for that spread Persie....much appreciated as always :-D


I'm dithering between the big breakfast and the crepes.......ahhhhh decisions, decisions..... :-S


See you later - busy day........again!

How about that no one noticed..

NZ Brekkie .. no lovely fishy stuff Dea so you should be okay.

Morning riser: goji berry granola, Greek yoghurt, Heilala vanilla syrup and sliced seasonal fruit, bakery basket of croissants, Danish pastries and muffins.

Eggs florentine Two free range poached eggs, potato and red onion hash brown, sautéed spinach and hollandaise sauce
Add: smoked salmon (sorry Dea), champagne ham or New Zealand honey cured bacon

Buttermilk pancakes Grilled bananas, mixed berry compote and softly whipped maple cream

Free range 3 egg omelette with your choice of fillings, served with toasted sourdough.
Options: mushroom , champagne ham, capsicum, red onion, cheese or tomato

Big Breakfast : Two eggs any style with honey cured bacon, lamb sausage, hash browns,tomato,grilled field mushrooms, toasted ciabatta

Coconut fish (oh dear) and kumara cakes Eggplant kasaundi , black sesame egg, bacon, chive vinaigrette

Hot Selection in cabinet:
Ham and spinach eggs benedict with chive hollandaise

Little Boys chicken and herb sausages or smoked cheese kransky sausages

New Zealand honey cured beehive bacon Herb crusted lamb ribs or sirloin with vegetable ratatouille

also:
Vanilla pancakes with maple syrup

Crepes with lemon syrup and honeycomb

Scrambled eggs and baked beans

Thyme roasted mushrooms with fine herbs Garlic and rosemary fried gourmet potatoes

Congee with condiments

Breads – bagels, fruit, white, wholemeal, rye, Vogel’s
Tropical and stone fruit spiced compote

Yoghurt natural and berry

Assorted cereals and muesli

Sliced cured meats Sundried tomatoes, gherkins and olives

New Zealand cheese selection
Smoked Salmon and gravlax platters
Fresh fruit salad, fresh fruit platter
Fruit juices
Dried fruit and nuts
Selection of preserves

Espresso Coffee, Tea and Milo.

Breakfast could be late but I will be doing it..

I will be out for the afternoon our time and not sure when we will get back.

Persie

Cynthia I was trying to reply to messages.

This site really doesn't like me this is the 3rd time I have tried to post keeps disconnecting.

Is ok everywhere else :-|

Am off to bed see you all in a week ;-)

Good grief Dea........what you drinking girl??? ;-)


What pm's?? I haven't got one from Linds.....sob :-(


My word, it's been wet here today.....shame really as we have the local agricultural show on tomorrow. The fields will be like a quagmire I think... :-(


Had a wander around Homebase today. I love looking at all the bits and bobs I never really think about......latest doorbells and such. Sad person I am. :-D


Going for a browse............ ~~~

Linds - you haVE SENT all THE MESSAGES THAT YOU REALLY NEED TO SEND !q!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

oPOOOPS =APOLOGIES - CAPS LOCK ORRFF NOW !!!!

dEA xXX

Linds has now (nearly) gone on holiday !!!

I REALLY DO hope that she enjoys the week's break !!!

Dea Xxx

Hello everyone,

I spent so long yesterday trying to send PM's on this stupid site (gave up and just managed to send them just now) that I ran out of time to visit here :-|

Gins have a fab party and Happy Birthday for Tuesday Hope JB has recovered and is fit for tonight x

It's pouring here glad I got washing done yesterday.

Sylvia have a great trip.

Dea look after yourself <3

Persie I will miss your breakfasts

Cynthia hope you have a quiet day and get to relax

Gracie hope everyone has recovered now <3

LK glad the move went ok don't overdo things

Hope I haven't missed anyone.

Just got to do some ironing and then do the packing then visit OH's Mum see the grandchildren.

After that I plan to do - nothing :-D :-)

Cripes, nearly missed it

Two poached eggs, rye toast, fresh or grilled cherry tomatoes & fresh basil

Sylvs said we were in for a treat...thanks Pers <3

Got up far too early today and went back to bed!

Good morning and thank you for that wonderful breakfast Persie..... :-D


Definitely the Urban Energy for me please and, it sounds as though Chris could do with some of that too...........

Wish I lived nearer Chris......I just love sorting out things like that! Yea, I know. I'm strange!!!! ;-)


Poor JB Gins....... :-( Hopefully he will have time to recover over the weekend.



Well. Our Sylvs has gorn gallivanting again! Hope she has a great time....


Not sure what is on the timetable for me today....no doubt I will be informed!! :-S

Good morning all :-)

How lovely to see you Persie <3

What a delicious treat you have prepared for us for breakfast :-D :-D

I will have the Frittata Genovese please topped with lots of bacon and sautéed mushrooms.

Delicious.........................thank you <3

Dea Xxx

Breakfast's ready:

French Toast Thick-cut bread dipped in egg & grilled, then topped with one of the following delicious combinations:
Cinnamon sugar & maple syrup -
Mascarpone & berry compote -
Streaky bacon, grilled banana & maple syrup

Morning Glory Muffin - Beef sausage patty, white cheddar cheese, poached egg & BBQ sauce on a toasted English muffin.

Frittata Genovese - Open style omelette topped with sautéed potatoes, Rosa sauce & parmesan cheese. Garnished with fresh basil.

Caffe Breakfast - Two poached eggs, rye toast, fresh or grilled cherry tomatoes & fresh basil.

Urban Energy - Pack a punch with a platter of streaky bacon, beef sausage, eggs, grilled cherry tomatoes & a hash brown..

Choice of breads there for toast..

Sunrise Pizza - Crispy sourdough pizza topped with melted white cheddar & mozzarella cheese, roasted cherry tomatoes, crispy streaky bacon & two eggs.

Primi Omelette
Three-egg omelette - or an Egg-white omelette - Get creative with my choice of delectable fillings:
Caramelised onions / Fresh tomatoes / Mixed peppers
White cheddar / Ham / Mozzarella / Spinach
Streaky bacon / Sautéed mushrooms

For your Saturday Lunch/brunch

Crostini di Salmone Freshly grilled ciabatta bread topped with avocado, smoked salmon and red onion caper relish, served with a fresh lemon, mint, cucumber and yoghurt dip.

Crostini di Parma Freshly grilled ciabatta bread topped with my imported prosciutto, crisp rocket & pecorino shavings, served with an olive & red onion tapenade.

Bruschetta Pomodoro Grilled ciabatta, garlic-rubbed and topped with fresh tomatoes, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, a dash of lemon and fresh oregano. Garnished with fresh basil.

Pizza Bread Sourdough flatbread with rock salt, fresh oregano, rosemary & balsamic caramelised onions. Brushed with Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Pan E Salsa Stacked sourdough flat bread seasoned with rock salt & fresh oregano. With a choice of Napoletana or Recco sauce or spicy, chunky vegetable Peperonata.

Pizza Fresca Sourdough flatbread topped with our famous marinated tomatoes & fresh rocket.

and if you are still hungry here are some afters...

Cheesecake Baked cheesecake with blueberry compote.

Dark chocolate brownies with delicious milk chocolate, topped with nuts. Served hot with cream or ice cream.

Hazelnut Crème Brulee

Tiramisu Layers of light mascarpone cream with sherry-soaked Savoiardi biscuits & espresso.

Affogato A double espresso with a dollop of vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce.

Chocolate Nemisis A classic flourless chocolate cake served with a hazelnut ice cream shot.

Sundae @ Primi Layers of fruit trifle, chocolate brownie, whipped cream and ice cream, topped with nuts & blueberries.

Coffee, tea, milo, brandy and port.

Totally shattered tonight.

Did a full days work then round to daughters to help her un pack in her new house.

They had no water when I got there but sorted now.

Lots to do as it is in a bit of a state.

Just got to make it livable for now.

Nite nite Sylvs.,,,,,,,,,,,,

Nite nite all,

Dea Xxx

Hi all
xx

just having lunch, before doing the last bits of packing, etc.


Linda .......... have a great holdidy


Gins .............. Happy Birthday for Tuesday xxxxx


Cyn ............ hope you can get a bit of a sit down every now and again. :-D


Dea ........... that Spag Bol sounds delicious. We do the same thing, cook up lots of any meal, and freeze in individual portions, and, yes, the flavours do intensify when you do that.


Renes .... is, I hope, having a great holiday



Persie will be in .................... she's doing brekkies for some of the mornings :-D



Grace ................. hope all is going well for you.




~~~~~ to anyone I have missed.





see you all in 10 or 11 days :-D :-D :-D



s
xx

Spag bol....not had that for a couple of months

JB is home, still not feeling good, bless. He's off to bed and grateful that I cleaned the bathroom today, he was on duty for that in the morning

Sounds like you really enjoyed your meal Dea.........that's great.....well done!



Glad JB is feeling better today Gins......must have been all that TLC you gave him :-D



Linds, really hope you manage to get away...................


Although not too pressured today, it's still been a bit busy. Anyway, I am in now and I know we have a visitor coming later.........hey ho.