Monday, May 31, 2010

SEX IN THE CITY 2


The story begins with a flashback to how Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker) first meets Samantha (Kim Cattrall), Charlotte (Kristin Davis), and Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) in the heyday of Studio 54. The movie then jumps to the present, two years after the events of the first film. At the Connecticut same-sex wedding of Stanford Blatch (Willie Garson) and Anthony Marentino (Mario Cantone), Liza Minnelli appears in a cameo and sings Beyonce's "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)".
The four friends now have lives that are more stressful than before: All are married except for Samantha, who is now 52 and trying to keep her
libido with hormones alive while dealing with menopause; Charlotte's two children are a handful and Charlotte is worried that Harry is attracted to their nanny, Erin (Alice Eve), who, as revealed at the end of the film, is a lesbian; and Carrie's marriage to Mr. Big (Chris Noth) has settled down, though they differ on how to spend their spare time: she always wants to go out, he would prefer to stay home and watch television some evenings.
Meanwhile, Samantha is approached by an Arab sheikh to devise a PR campaign for his business, and he offers to fly her and her friends on an all-expenses-paid luxury vacation to Abu Dhabi. While in Abu Dhabi, Carrie runs into her former lover, Aidan (John Corbett), and agrees to a dinner date. In a moment of passion, the two kiss. Carrie deals with the question of whether or not to tell Big. ...When Aidan pulled out his wallet and showed her a photo of his 3 kids.I would have run as far and as fast as I could if I were her.
Samantha tells her to sleep on it while Miranda reflects on the events of the previous film, when her husband,
Steve (David Eigenberg), told her about his affair and how, while it helped clear his conscience, was something that she was not so sure she wanted to know in retrospect given the months it took her to recover. Carrie opts to call Big from Abu Dhabi to tell him. Previously, in the television series, Carrie had an affair with the then-previously-married Big while dating Aidan, ending their relationship.
Meanwhile, Samantha, Charlotte, and Miranda run up against a culture clash in the
Middle East, as their style and attitudes contrast with Muslim society, but none more than Samantha, whose antics anger the sheik enough to force a premature return to the United States after he stops paying the bill on the 22,000$ a night luxury hotel suite
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I loved the movie. The clothes the shoes the Maybachs. It was decandent . The opulance of the scenery and surroundings. I wished I was there.

LETTERS TO JULIET


When a young American (Amanda Seyfried) travels to the city of Verona, home of the star-crossed lover Juliet Capulet of Romeo and Juliet fame, she joins a group of volunteers who respond to letters to Juliet seeking advice about love. After answering one letter dated from 1957, she inspires its author (Vanessa Redgrave) to travel to Italy in search of her long-lost love, which sets off a chain of events that will bring a love into both their lives unlike anything they have ever imagined.
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I really enjoyed this movie. I am truly a hopeless romantic . I cried and laughed . Its ending note was you can find love at any age. I wonder if there are really a group of ladies called Secretaries of Juliet.

PIN UP GIRL



GETTING IN TOUCH WITH MY INNER PIN UP

KATHY'S GARDEN


A CATNAP.....


MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

FANTASTIC VANILLA CUSTARD TART


ME PLANTING IN MOM'S GARDEN
PUTTING FLOWERS ON DADDY'S GRAVE

MOM
NICKY
HAROLD
WE HAD A WONDERFUL MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND.
I WENT TO THE CEMETERY AND VISITED MY DADDY'S GRAVE.
THEN WENT TO MY MOM'S. WE HAD A GREAT DINNER, STEAKS, CRAB STUFFED JALAPENOS, CORN, SALAD AND A FANTASTIC VANILLA BERRY TART. I GOT MOST OF THE PLANTS PLANTED IN HER GARDEN. STILL A FEW BIG ITEMS THAT NEED TO BE PUT IN.
AT MY HOUSE I TRIMMED TREES AND BUSHES AND WEEDED. I GOT STUNG BY A WASP WHILE TRIMMING THE LEMON TREE. I AM STIFF EVERYWHERE THIS MORNING. GOT THE HOUSE CLEANED AND ENJOYED MY 3 DAY WEEKEND. GOT TO TALK TO MY HUSBAND BEFORE HE GOES OFFSHORE AGAIN.

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I received this from Pat at Sicily Scene.
Many Thanks.....

Thursday, May 13, 2010

WINO CAR

FOR ALL MY DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES




FRIED WHOLE OKRA PODS RECIPE


Fried Whole Okra Pods

Okra is a staple in Southern cooking, distinctly flavorful and nutritious. Yet, many people miss out on that delicious fruit of the garden because of a dislike of its texture.Typically, okra for frying is sliced and dredged in corn meal for crisp, brown morsels. While this is decidedly a good way to prepare fried okra, it does have a rival that is almost perfection.If you are one who thought okra cannot be other than "slimy," try this recipe for whole fried okra pods. You might then render a different verdict and discover a new culinary favorite.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need:
Small, tender pods of okra
Bisquick or flour
Corn meal
Brown sugar or brown Splenda
Egg
Milk
Cooking Oil
Step 1


Large Pods Are Good, but Choose Small Pods for this Recipe
Choose okra pods that are young, bright green and blemish-free. While large pods can be still delicious and tender for other dishes, you want your whole fried pods to be sized for just one or two bites for perfect crispness.
Step 2



Okra Bloom and Immature Pods
Rinse okra and drain until almost dry.***The stems of okra on the plant have a beautiful yellow bloom that drops off to leave its sepals (tiny leaves at the base of the flower) at the base of the pod. Some of these leaf bits dry as the okra pod matures, leaving small shavings of leaf material sometimes stuck to the pods. These are not harmful in any way, and can be easily rinsed away.
Step 3



Trim Away Just the Tough Stem
Trim away any tough stem that might have been left on the okra when it was cut from the plant. It is not necessary to remove the entire head.This will produce a pod that you can just pop into your mouth when done. If you prefer, you can leave enough stem to form a "handle," for
eating, then toss away the stem.
Step 4



Prepare a Light Batter
Prepare your batter.Mix egg, Bisquick or flour, corn meal, brown sugar or Splenda and milk to make a light batter. Amounts can be varied to suit personal taste. You do not want the batter to be too sweet, but a very slight touch of sweet compliments the okra's naturally sweet tang.***An example might be one cup of flour, one quarter cup of corn meal, one teaspoon brown sugar, one egg, and enough milk to make the light batter.Do not salt the batter. If salt is desired, sprinkle on the fried pods while still hot.Your okra pods do not need to be heavily coated, as the batter will puff and crisp during frying.
Step 5


Just a Light Coating is Great
Coat the pods in batter. You can add all your pods at once and toss lightly to coat.
Step 6



Do Not Overcrowd in Pan
Add pods one by one to form a single layer in deep, hot oil. Do not overfill the pan.The oil should be hot enough to brown fairly quickly, but evenly enough so that the okra has time to cook inside. Not more than 400 degrees, at a medium high temperature setting on your stovetop or deep fryer.As the okra browns you will see the top edges start to turn brown and the okra will attempt to roll over. Use a fork to turn it if necessary to brown the opposite side.When the okra has become a deep golden crispy brown, it should be ready.
Step 7


Crisp and Dark Golden Brown Outside with Just a Hint of Green Visible
Remove the okra to a paper towel lined plate.Dust lightly with salt while hot if you want the contrasting flavor of salt. But, this golden brown and crisp okra will be delicious, as is.Serve while very warm, if possible.

Monday, May 10, 2010

CRAB STUFFED JALAPENOS RECIPE

CRAB STUFFED JALAPENOS RECIPE
1 80Z BAR CREAM CHEESE (SOFTENED)
1/2 CUP SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE
1 CONTAINER OF CRAB MEAT DRAINED
3 GREEN ONIONS CHOPPED
JUICE OF 1/2 LEMON, AND ZEST
8 TB ROBERTS RESERVE
JALAPENO PEPPER DIP FROM HEB
**HUNGARIAN PAPRIKA TO GARNISH
SEED AND RIB PEPPERS.
MIX OTHER INGREDIENTS AND STUFF PEPPERS
TOP WITH PAPRIKA
PUT ON PEPPER ROASTER
BAKE 35 MINUTES AT 375
MY HUSBAND AND OUR GIRL SALLY, WATCHING THE STEAKS
MY HUSBAND DID THESE WITH A SPECIAL RUB.
THEY WERE SO TENDER YOU COULD CUT THEM WITH A FORK.

Sunday, May 2, 2010

MERCADO SHOPPING

JUST A FEW THINGS I PICKED UP AT THE MERCADO





MY POOR SPRAINED ANKLE



I tried to put it off thinking it would get better on its own,
but it wasn't so I finally had to get it splinted.
This is a hard sided splint.
I hope it mends up quick.
I twisted my ankle pretty bad coming down the
stairs at work Friday evening.
So far about 5 people in the building have come
in with ankle splints
the place must be cursed

Saturday, May 1, 2010

THE KENTUCKY DERBY

MY KENTUCKY DERBY DINNER


MILLIONAIRE ROW GLAZED RIBS AND ROASTED SWEET POTATO
NOT PICTURED BABARO'S BLEU CHEESE AND BACON SALAD

WALNUT BOURBON BROWNIES

FRESH MINT FROM MY GARDEN FOR THE MINT JULIPS
1 C OF SUGAR
1 C OF WATER
3 MINT SPRIGS
FOR THE SYMPLE SYRUP
1 OZ OF BOURBON
SERVE OVER CRUSHED ICE

MY MINT JULIP



I WOULD LOVE TO GO TO THE KENTUCKY DERBY
JUST TO SEE THE BEAUTIFUL HATS AND DRESSES


DISCLAIMER: I BET BY THE NAMES AND THE STORIES THE COMMENTATORS TELL. I HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO SKILL IN THIS. MY PICKS FOR TODAYS DERBY ARE: **DISCRETELY MINE, AWESOME ACT,DEVIL MAY CARE,PADDY O PRADA ,STATELY VICTOR, NOBLES PROMISE AND LOOKING AT LUCKY.



THE WINNERS.
1. SUPERSAVER
2.ICEBOX
3.PADDY O PRADA
4.MAKE MUSIC FOR ME
5. NOBLE'S PROMISE
I GOT 2 OUT OF 5 ANYWAY

MY NEW ZEBRA APRON SET

I LOVE THE APRONS FROM CAROLINESKITCHENONLINE.COM,
THIS IS THE THIRD APRON SET I HAVE BOUGHT FROM HER AND PLAN TO BUY MORE AS SOON AS THE NEW SUMMER DAISY LINE COMES OUT.




DIVA GLOVES

GLAMOUR GIRL GARTER

I LOVE THE CARE THEY TAKE IN
WRAPPING THE PURCHASES


IT'S JUST LIKE OPENING A PRESENT


KATHY AND BROTHER
BROTHER IS SUCH A SWEET CAT