Apple Day October 21, 2016

a special thanks to ray for letting me use his computer this morning ... what a smooth joy!

DIANE'S CORNER ... Celebrate Apple Day

Here’s to thee, old apple tree,
Whence thou mayst bud
And whence thou mayst blow!
And whence thou mayst bear apples enow!
Hats full! Caps full!
Bushel—bushel—sacks full,
And my pockets full too! Huzza!
— South Hams of Devon, 1871

Braeburn, Discovery, Red Jonagold, a million varieties with a million evocative names, and each one more delicious than the last. Every year the orchards spill forth a cavalcade of crimson, gold, and green, and it’s not just the leaves of Autumn. On the heels of this rolling bounty comes the rich smell of apple pies, spicy ciders both alcoholic and not, and all the tastes and smells of this seasonal treat.

Get out there and enjoy Apple Day, and relish the fruits of the season!

Word of the Day

gastronome
Definition:	(noun) A connoisseur of good food and drink.
Synonyms:	epicure, epicurean, foodie, gourmet, bon vivant
Usage:	He was quite the gastronome, and restaurant chefs around the town knew it was important to impress him.

Idiom of the Day

get (one's) ears lowered  — To get a haircut, especially to a length that reveals one's ears.

History

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum Opens in New York (1959)

Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and opened six months after his death, the Guggenheim Museum represents a radical departure from traditional museum design, spiraling upward and outward in a smooth coil of massive, unadorned white concrete. The exhibition space, which consists of a six-story spiral ramp lighted by a glass dome supported by stainless steel, has even been criticized for upstaging the artwork displayed.

Sir Georg Solti (1912)

Solti was a Hungarian-born British conductor. Not long after making his piano debut at age 12, he decided he wanted to conduct. He returned to piano during WWII and won the 1942 Geneva International Competition. After the war, he began conducting again and led orchestras all over Europe and the US. As director of the Royal Opera House, he made the first full recording of Richard Wagner's Ring cycle, one of history's most celebrated recordings.

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1858 - The Can-Can was performed for the first time in Paris. 



1879 - Thomas Edison invented the electric incandescent lamp. It would last 13 1/2 hours before it would burn out. 



1918 - Margaret Owen set a typing speed record of 170 words per minute on a manual typewriter. 



1927 - In New York City, construction began on the George Washington Bridge. 



1964 - The movie musical "My Fair Lady" made its world premier in New York.



1975 - Elton John received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. 



1998 - Cancer specialist Dr. Jane Henney became the FDA's first female commissioner. 

DAILY SQU-EEK

If You Were Born Today, October 21

You are progressive and possess much dynamism and enthusiasm. Your life is characterized by emotional ups and downs, and you are a sensitive person who picks up much--perhaps too much--from your environment. At times you feel overloaded, but your will is strong and you are extremely resilient. In fact, you can be greatly stubborn at times! You have great strength and a pronounced sense of humor. Highly magnetic, your communication skills are notable. You could be a natural teacher. Certainly, others readily follow your lead. Famous people born today: Carrie Fisher, Patti Davis, Dizzy Gillespie, Kim Kardashian.

Pictures of the day

A posthumous portrait of Herman Willem Daendels (1762–1818), a Dutch politician. He was the 36th Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, between 1808 and 1811, and was responsible for several infrastructure developments, including the Great Post Road. When the Netherlands was incorporated into France in 1810, Daendels returned to his homeland and became a major general in Napoleon's army. Daendels was later sent to govern the Dutch Gold Coast, dying there of malaria.

On a Balcony


Resident on a balcony at Absolute World in Mississauga, ON, Canada





knit

thanks, sheri

Stranded Snow Mittens Child Size pattern by Kathleen Taylor

				Stranded Snow Mittens Child Size pattern by Kathleen Tay...How To Fold Towels Into Animals ba-bamail towel, folding, guide A Freebie Friday pattern from my blog. Part one has the instructions and chart for Mitten #1- the Snowman Version. Part 2 will have the chart for Mitten #2 (the Sno...
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Knitting and so on: Seifenblasen Lace Scarf

				Knitting and so on: Seifenblasen Lace Scarf Knitted from side to side, this scarf forms a lovely crescent using garter stitch short row sections between lacy bits. Free knitting pattern, knit, Free online kni...
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tie one on for love pattern by Suzanne Resaul

				tie one on for love pattern by Suzanne Resaul Gauge 18 stitches = 4 inches in moss/seed stitch
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Fair Isle Hooded Cardigan pattern by Stephanie Wilson-Leedy

				Fair Isle Hooded Cardigan pattern by Stephanie Wilson-Le... This is my first attempt at patterning something I’ve made so be patient and write to me with questions, comments, or revisions!
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Dee's Crazy-Cool Headband pattern by Sarah Mauragis

				Dee's Crazy-Cool Headband pattern by Sarah Mauragis I created this pattern to use up a short length of handspun yarn I spun a few weeks ago, and am super happy with the results.
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crochet

Spicy diamond blanket pattern by Kirsten from Haak maar Raak!

crochet

Rainy Morning Scarf pattern by Fatima

crochet, toe up

Sweet Sixties Socks pattern by An Anniya

crochet, 0 - 12 mths

Pink Lady Baby Booties pattern by Olivia Kent

crochet

Witch Leg Yarn Bomb pattern by Rayna Noel

RECIPE

http://www.manilabelly.com/parmesan-crusted-white-fish/

CROCKPOT RECIPE

thanks for the next two yummy resipes, gail

Slow Cooker Cheese Stuffed Meatballs - Family Fresh Meals

SWEETS, crockpot          

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Harvest Chex Mix - Family Fresh Meals

ADULT COLORING




CRAFTS
thanks, linda

Wrapped Scarf

Wrap a skein of yarn around the back of chair and secure with three pieces of leather for a scarf that’s stylish and warm.

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Snack-o'-Lantern Fruit Cups

When I saw this recipe in a magazine at my mom’s house, I knew it would be perfect for our annual pumpkin carving party. Since I already had a few desserts planned, I needed 

something healthier – like fruit! These were fun and easy to carve. But, I think it was even more fun to hear everyone’s reaction to them at the party! It was a nice addition to the spread of food, and each one was a perfect single portion.

You can hollow out and carve the oranges a day ahead of time, as long as you keep them refrigerated.  Do not fill them with the fruit salad until shortly before serving (up to 2 hours before).

PUZZLE

Brent Knoll Jigsaw Puzzle

Brent Knoll Jigsaw Puzzle Brent Knoll Jigsaw Puzzle, 67 Piece Classic. Man looking out over Somerset, England from Brent Knoll, a hill which

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EYE OPENER

How To Fold Towels Into Animals

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