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Monday (ok, Sunday) Stuff On the Way to Other Stuff: Unwilted

     I don't know about your neck of the woods, but it's been a touch less oppressive around here. Which is fortunate -- the Brick spent several days on the trailer roof, fixing the air conditioning and doing some maintenance. Poor guy -- it wasn't cool up there. I am very grateful for a clever husband who can do this kind of work. I try to help out by doing chores inside the trailer-- picking up, washing dishes, cleaning, etc. I've also been finishing up a lot of paperwork. And we're still pretty much stuck in place. As a result, it hasn't been very exciting. But that's life sometimes.

     It's looking up, though. The rooftop work is done. My paperwork is almost done. The guy at the diesel shop has finally ordered parts for the truck. ($7500 worth, which we had to pay cash for.) And Wednesday, I head up north to judge and appraise for the Cheyenne Heritage Quilters annual show in (you guessed it) Cheyenne, WY. More info on this tomorrow. 

Charley's a fan of quilts, too -- they're nice and soft.

Actors who, if they'd gotten the part they originally wanted, would have totally changed their careers -- and the movie. Case in point: Orlando Bloom tried out for Faramir in the Lord of the Rings movies -- but lost to David Wenham. Bloom had to make do with the part of Legolas, instead...

This new restaurant based on Andy Warhol is serving his favorite meal. Find out what it is...

Is your garden pestered by Japanese beetles?  Nine proven ways to get rid of them -- or at least control them.  (From One Hundred Dollars A Month)

Now if there was a surefire way to deal with dandelions...

Celebrities who photobombed regular folks! What a refreshing switch. Just like this couple...

Husband-and-wife Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively troll each other.  Tell me you won't be laughing at these, too!

$13,000 wagered -- on one Daily Double in Jeopardy. Now THAT's gutsy. (Or foolish, as the case may be.)

Funniest fan moments in sports:

Also -- some very funny dog and cat reactions. (I know -- these have nothing to do with the previous video.)

"I took my bikini off because it got wet." So that explains why an Italian model was frolicking topless with the (very married) husband of Princess Eugenie...don't you always take YOUR swimsuit off when it gets wet??

The alleged culprit for the burning of the USS Bonhomme Richard. 

Back-to-school teacher discounts at various businesses -- great for stretching your money even further!

Advice that changed you for the better.  (From Quora)

Are women better investors than men? This (female) blogger thinks so -- and I think she's right.

Little ways to save money that add up. 

More on the U.S. student loan forgiveness program. (Which you should definitely apply for, if you can.) BUT of the applicants, 98% were rejected as of 4/21 -- here's how to make sure you won't be.

Broccoli salad -- several yummy versions.

Lamps made from orange peels -- not making this one up. 

Preparing now for weathering the recession. It's coming, people.  (From The Prudent Homemaker)

A delicious-looking zucchini pastry tart.  (From One Hundred Dollars A Month)

Have a great week.

Phone Hacked?

 Sure, you did. Like this one. Uh huh. You Bet.

They'd only get pictures of Charles and Ruby on mine. 

More funny stuff on Ranker -- 

Invite Some Poor Knights of Windsor -- For Breakfast

Poor Knights of Windsor with blackberry compote.  Think dolled-up french toast, or grilled cheese with a twist. Apparently this dish was such a favorite with these people that it took on their name.

Who were the Poor Knights of Windsor? They have a long and interesting history.  The Poor Knights were mounted warriors, impoverished by their service to the King or Queen -- so allowed to stay at Windsor Palace. They were fed and cared for, and in return were expected to do small chores on behalf of their royal patrons. 

The Bayeux Tapestry (c.1070) has more than its share of knightly participants. 

This section shows King Harold's death -- an arrow through the eye.

(Thanks to Wikipedia for the knight illustrations)

    The knightly tradition was officially established by the 12th century...but going strong by the 10th century. That makes for centuries worth of Poor Knight potential.

Today, there are still Poor Knights -- but now they're retired military. They still stay at Windsor Palace; their responsibility is marching in parades and taking care of ceremonial functions. 

"Please, Your Highness -- couldn't we have Poor Knights of Windsor 

for breakfast tomorrow?"

The Brick loved these creamy guys for breakfast -- or a snack. So did I.

POOR KNIGHTS OF WINDSOR

1) For each person, you'll need two hot dog buns or large rolls -- or four slices of bread. (Small appetites will prefer one hot dog bun or two slices -- these are filling.)

2) Spread thickly with cream cheese, then push the slices together to 'sandwich.'

3) Dip in beaten egg.

4) Fry gently in butter. (Sprinkle with a bit of cinnamon or nutmeg, if you like)

5) Microwave a jar of blackberry jam until it's barely liquid -- about 30 seconds. (Blueberry, raspberry or any other jam also works.) Drizzle your Poor Knights, then serve while still warm, with whipped cream. 

Enjoy.

They're good with bacon & eggs, too.

WOW.

 ...that's all I can say. 

Sachiko Chiba just won a 'Best Traditional Quilt' prize for her quilt, Flower News, at a Birmingham, England quilt show.  Look at how effectively she uses a variegated background to emphasize the areas she wants you to look most at. Incredible. Congratulations, Sachiko!

From her Facebook page:

At The Festival of Quilts in Birmingham, England, my Flower News won Best Traditional Quilt.

Thank you to the judges. And congratulations to all the winners! Also, thanks to Pippa Moss for taking the photos and Patricia wojcik for letting me know I won! I'm so happy

イギリスのバーミンガムで開催されているThe Festival of Quiltsのコンテストで、私のFlower News がBest Traditional Quilt を受賞しました。審査員の皆さんに感謝します。そして全ての受賞者の皆さんおめでとうございます。

写真を撮影してくれたPippaさん、そして受賞を教えてくれたPatriciaさんどうもありがとう

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