The addition of mashed, ripe bananas to a cake-like batter is what gives banana bread its distinctive taste and moistness. What better opportunity to enjoy a slice with a cup of tea or coffee than on Banana Bread Day?
Banana bread first started to become popular back in the 1930’s, during the Great Depression. Cultural historians suggest that resourceful and creative housewives of the era created the recipe as a way of not wasting over-ripe bananas. In fact, the riper the bananas, the better the taste of the banana bread, so it ended up being a very clever creation! It is traditionally known as a “quick bread”, but is actually more like a cake in both texture and flavor.
Extremely easy to make, banana bread is still a favorite way to quickly bake up a special treat for the family. Modern-day bread also include the addition of chocolate chips, nuts, or even dried fruit. Why not experiment and come up with a bespoke banana bread recipe that everyone will love?
thanks, Shelley
Forget granny squares, Trevor Smith’s crochet has more in common with sculpture than a simple blanket. The Australian textile artist creates tea cozies, not only intricate in their design (which is all done without a pattern!) but they take on the forms of everything from historical figures to a blue fin tuna.
Word of the Day
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| Definition: | (verb) Be or do something to a greater degree. | ||
| Synonyms: | outdo, outgo, outmatch, outperform, surpass, exceed, surmount | ||
| Usage: | When the demand for concert tickets outstrips supply, scalpers can make a significant profit. | ||
This ham looks good enough to carve
Idiom of the Day
have a lump in (one's) throat— To have difficulty speaking as a result of feeling that one is about to cry due to an intense emotional response to something. |
History
Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima (1945)
The first American attack on Japanese soil during WWII, the Battle of Iwo Jima lasted more than a month and claimed tens of thousands of Japanese and American lives. Just days into the campaign, photographer Joe Rosenthal witnessed a group of American soldiers struggling to raise their flag on Iwo Jima's highest point and took what would become the most reproduced photograph in history. It was the second flag-raising that day.
Samuel Pepys (1633)
One of the most celebrated diarists of all time, Pepys was born into a humble family but steadily improved his standing and eventually became an important public servant and royal confidant. His diary, which he kept throughout the 1660s, describes some of the most important events of his time, including the Great Fire of London and an outbreak of the plague. It also offers a vivid, intimate record of the author's life.
Terminalia
In ancient Rome, February 23 marked the end of the year and was therefore an appropriate time to honor Terminus, the god of boundaries and landmarks. The terminus, or boundary stone marking the outer limits of Rome, stood between the fifth and sixth milestones on the road to Laurentum. During the observance of the Terminalia, property owners would gather there—or at the boundary stones that marked their private lands—to place garlands around the stone and offer sacrifices. Afterward there would be singing and socializing among family members and servants.
How a Student Photographed a Single Atom With a Store-Bought Camera
Look closely and you'll see it: a pale, purple pixel hanging in a black field between two cylindrical needles.What looks like a shimmering speck of dust is actually something much, much smaller: a single atom of strontium, isolated in an ion-trap ...READ MORE:
How a Student Photographed a Single Atom With a Store-Bought Camera
1792 - The Humane Society of Massachusetts was incorporated.
1821 - The Philadelphia College of Apothecaries established the first pharmacy college.
1839 - In Boston, MA, William F. Harnden organized the first express service between Boston and New York City. It was the first express service in the U.S.
1874 - Walter Winfield patented a game called "sphairistike." More widely known as lawn tennis.
1875 - J. Palisa discovered asteroid #143 (aka Adria).
1886 - Charles M. Hall completed his invention of aluminum.
1896 - The Tootsie Roll was introduced by Leo Hirshfield.
1927 - The Federal Radio Commission began assigning frequencies, hours of operation and power allocations for radio broadcasters. On July 1, 1934 the name was changed to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
1932 - Robert Short became the first American to die in an arial battle with the Japanese.
1940 - Walt Disney's animated movie "Pinocchio" was released.
1954 - The first mass vaccination of children against polio began in Pittsburgh, PA.
1985 - The TV show "Gimme a Break" was broadcast live before a studio audience. It was the first TV sitcom to be seen live since the 1950s.
1993 - Gary Coleman won a $1,280,000 lawsuit against his parents.
2000 - Robby Knievel made a successful motorcycle jump of 200 feet over an oncoming train.
If You Were Born Today, February 23
Considerate, sensitive, and passionate, you are also determined in your work, once you’ve found the right path for you. Focusing on one path, however, is something that can be challenging for you, as you value variety in your work and you are multi-talented with many different interests. You possess a wonderful blend of logic and intuition, as both sides are well-developed and this means you can understand most any concept or subject. Idealistic in relationships, you must avoid the trap of expecting too little or too much from them. Famous people born today: Peter Fonda, Johnny Winter, Michael Dell, Dakota Fanning, Aziz Ansari, Emily Blunt.
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Lexington One World Film Festival 2018
Feb 4 - Mar 10, 2018 | Lexington, KY
Kentucky Theatre and UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital Pavilion A Auditorium|214 E Main St
Don't leave your brain unattached at the popcorn counter. The One World Film Festival in Lexington, Kentucky, insists you keep it while you watch an exceptional selection of thought-provoking films. As society becomes increasingly more diverse and complex, so do the films shown here. Don't miss out on a wonderful opportunity to engage in thoughtful discussion as you watch these powerful films with your fellow movie-goers. Be sure to check the Lexington One World Film Festival website for exact film dates and venues.
further information: 2018 Festival - One World Film Festival
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Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival 2018
Feb 11-25, 2018 | Phoenix, AZ
The Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival in Phoenix, Arizona, features cultural films from all over the world that offer an authentic portrayal of the historic and contemporary Jewish experience. In addition to the film screenings, the event invites highly esteemed guest speakers to address festivalgoers and filmmakers. Past speakers include Theodore Bikel, Craig Weiss and Miriam Weisman.
further information: Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival Home - gpjff.org
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New York WILD Film Festival 2018
Feb 22-25, 2018 | New York, NY
The New York WILD Film Festival showcases scenic documentaries from around the globe that focus on adventure, wildlife, outdoor exploration and the environment. The three-day event presents over 15 short and feature-length cinematic works, several stateside premieres of international films, Q&A sessions with the filmmakers and panel discussions with industry experts.
further information: New York WILD Film Festival
Pictures of the day
The Yellow House is an 1888 oil painting by the 19th-century Dutch Post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh. It depicts 2 Place Lamartine, Arles, France, where Van Gogh rented four rooms in 1888, as well as a restaurant where he had his meals. This painting is now part of the permanent collection of the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.
Henningsvær Football Field – Misha De-Stroyev
This football field in Henningsvær in the Lofoten Islands is considered one of the most amazing fields in Europe, and maybe even in the world. The photo was taken during a 10-day sailing trip in Norway in June 2017. We arrived to Henningsvær after a week of sailing through the cold and rainy weather. Upon our arrival, the weather cleared up. I was really lucky that the conditions were suitable for flying my drone, and I managed to capture this shot from a height of 120 meters.
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Basic Earflap Hat
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RECIPE, vegan
CROCKPOT RECIPE
SWEETS
CRAFTS ... embroidery
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CHILDREN'S CORNER ... DIY
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How to DIY Popsicle Stick Hous
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PUZZLE
Gazania Orange Jigsaw Puzzle
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SUDOKU ... hard
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CHOPSTICKS MAKE FOR NO ORANGE FINGERS
EYE OPENER
thanks, Sylvia .. good health, friend!
SOME NATURAL REMEDIES - quick fixes
Arthritis: 1 t. Turmeric, 1 t. unflavored gelatin, 2 . honey, and 1-2 c. Warm milk before bed. Add a pinch of cinnamon or ginger for a better flavor.
Brain Health: Eat eggs for their choline, 2 T. Of Coconut Oil daily for their triglycerides, and drink clean water (reverse osmosis or distilled). That is all your brain is made of, and without causes the brain to be malnourished.
Bruises: Bite a Vitamin E capsule or two, and apply the contents to the bruise, then swallow the capsule.
Blood Sugar: Work a teaspoon of cinnamon into your diet daily or mix with honey into hot water before bed.
Colds: 1 big pinches of Ajwain + 2 tablets of Siberian Ginsing + 1 Zinc 3 x daily, and all the chewable Vitamin C you want. Drink herbal teas: Hibiscus for Vitamin C, Licorice Root tea for cough, Marshmallow Root for sore chest, and Bromelein supplements to break down mucous.
Dairy products will only nourish you if the butterfat is well over 3%. The proteins must have available calcium to be processed, and the fat carries the calcium and helps to get it into the bloodstream. Without the fat, the proteins, which demand calcium, strip it from the bones and teeth. A fetus is brutal in its demand for calcium. So drink less milk if you are concerned about fat and animal proteins, but when you do, use light cream at 5% BF (butterfat). Low-fat dairy products do more harm than good, and have added stabilizers and gums added to them.
Depression: 20 IU Vitamin D3 per lb., with 2.5 mg Magnesium Citrate per lb. Of body weight, daily. Use Magnesium Oil.
Distilled Water will help with many health problems and flush out kidney and liver channels by breaking down insoluble mineral deposits. You do not need to add minerals to the water, as soluble minerals are absorbed by plants, thus you get them from the foods you eat, not water.
Earache: Mash a clove of garlic in 2 t. Olive oil. Wait 10 minutes before straining into a drop bottle. Put a few drops into affected ear and wad with some cotton. Do this 2 x daily until ear is well.
Fats should only be consumed when as close to nature as possible. Genetically modified oils such as corn, soy, and canola are worse for your health than lard. Use cold-pressed virgin oils and low heat when cooking. Clear deodorized cooking oils are also bad as the molecules have been fractured by heat and chemicals, so they enter the bloodstream as free radicals, and exhaust the immune system. Cook with butter, coconut oil, and yellow extra-virgin olive oil as often as possible. Save the fried chicken for a rare treat.
Flu Buster
1 lemon or lime, juiced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 t. Ginger, minced
2 t. Raw honey
1/8 - 1/4 t. Cayenne
2 c. Water
Make this up 2 or 3 times a day at the onset of a cold or Flu, until well.Fatigue: Natural B12 (methylcobalamine) sublingual at 3,000 mcg daily
Memory Fog & Loss: 1 T. Coconut Oil with 10 mg; Lithium Orotate daily against Alzheimer's.
Insomnia: 3 capsules of flax seed oil (or 3 T. Ground daily), with warm milk and honey at bedtime.
Magnesium Oil: 2 T. Epson Salts In 3 T. Boiling water; stir until dissolved. Pour into glass bottle. Massage 1/2 t. On tummy at bedtime to help calm kicking legs, anxiety, etc.
Tremors: Try using Magnesium Oil, Vitamin D3 therapy as above, and a good teaspoon of liquid lecithin daily, which will coat the myalin sheath around the spinal nerves.
Wounds: Make a cup of comfrey tea, strain, and dip a clean washcloth or handkerchief in t
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