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Ahem! Modesty Doesn't Become Me
The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor.
OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I will certainly include pickle hats, too. Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from shorts or blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I can find one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. My other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and I need to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. alt.fan.miss-manners has been no help thus far. Gloria thinks I should call her assistant and inquire. That was my fall-back plan. So there! Maybe I'll bring some of this. * Exported from MasterCook Mac * Boozeberry Jam Recipe By : Barb Schaller, posted to rec.food.cooking 5/20/05 Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Canning, Preserves, Etc. Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 4 1/2 cups blueberries 6 1/2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons grated orange rind 1/3 cup orange juice 2 foil pouches liquid pectin See blueberry/Southern Comfort note below Prepare canning jars and lids according to manufacturer's directions. I added a small pkg of dehydrated blueberries soaked overnight in Triple Sec and Southern Comfort (about 1/2 cup - 3/4 cup total). Place blueberries in a large saucepot. Add sugar, lemon peel, and lemon juice. Bring to a rolling boil over medium high heat, stirring frequently. Stir in liquid pectin. Boil hard one minute. Ladle hot jam into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Wipe jar rims clean. Adjust caps. Process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath. Yield: About 7 half-pint jars. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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"Melba's Jammin'" > wrote in message ... > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual > dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. I'm so proud of you! Congratulations! nancy |
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On Fri, 20 May 2005 08:55:35 -0400, "Nancy Young"
> wrote: > >"Melba's Jammin'" > wrote in message ... >> The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. >> >> OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) >> >> How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was >> hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the >> invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, >> in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my >> state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local >> feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual >> dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. >> Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. >> And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I >> will certainly include pickle hats, too. > >I'm so proud of you! Congratulations! > >nancy > Yup! Tell 'em Barb! Get the nouns of address together and for certain, and then tell 'em about truth and justice and jam. modom Only superficial people don't judge by appearances. -- Oscar Wilde |
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"Melba's Jammin'" > wrote in message ... > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Way cool, Barb!! When is the dinner? Something about "notable women." > (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) Well, I'm sure that once they see how cute you are, you'll get another invite. > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. I think you've got her number! > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. And brownies!! Go Barb! Chris |
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In article <99lje.12221$dd.11844@trnddc09>, "Chris"
> wrote: > "Melba's Jammin'" > wrote in message > ... > > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > > > How cool is that? > > Way cool, Barb!! When is the dinner? > > Something about "notable women." > > (And here I was hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) > > Well, I'm sure that once they see how cute you are, you'll get > another invite. > > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > > I think you've got her number! LOL! > > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > > will certainly include pickle hats, too. > > And brownies!! I'm way ahead of you. In 2000 I won the blue ribbon for White Bread at our State Fair -- and the prize for the best of all the jams. She'll receive both. Gotta put that jam on something, donchaknow. > Go Barb! Thanks, Chris. It's four weeks out. > > Chris -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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In article > , Andy
> wrote: > Melba's Jammin' > wrote in news:thisisbogus- > : > > > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > > > How cool is that? > > > That's great! > > I can see the headlines now: "Melba Jams with First Lady" > > Congratulations!!! > > Andy > > P.S. Bring jam? Is the Pope German? -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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On Fri, 20 May 2005 07:45:36 -0500, Melba's Jammin'
> wrote: >The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > >OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > >How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was >hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the >invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, >in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my >state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local >feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual >dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. >Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. >And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I >will certainly include pickle hats, too. Congratulations! (and behave yourself! ;>) Sue(tm) Lead me not into temptation... I can find it myself! |
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Melba's Jammin' wrote:
> The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > Woo-hoo! [snipped some unimportant stuff] > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual > dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. Maybe she's been waiting for an invite from you first? ;-) > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. > > Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from shorts or > blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I can find > one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. My > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and I need > to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. > alt.fan.miss-manners has been no help thus far. Gloria thinks I should > call her assistant and inquire. That was my fall-back plan. > The proper way to address the First Lady in an official capacity is "Mrs." It's a tough call though since she is a judge -- sitting or not, you retain your highest title after leaving office. But since she is hosting the party as the First Lady, I think I would address her as "Mrs. Pawlenty." (That might be the higher title anyway.) Or just mumble until she says, "Call me Mary." Best regards, Bob |
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zxcvbob wrote:
> Melba's Jammin' wrote: > >> The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > > The proper way to address the First Lady in an official capacity is > "Mrs." It's a tough call though since she is a judge -- sitting or not, > you retain your highest title after leaving office. But since she is > hosting the party as the First Lady, I think I would address her as > "Mrs. Pawlenty." (That might be the higher title anyway.) LOL Or just > mumble until she says, "Call me Mary." > > Best regards, > Bob I'm with Bob on this one. Congrats. Must be quite an honour. Cathy -- I don't suffer from insanity - I enjoy every minute of it |
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In article >,
Melba's Jammin' > wrote: > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual > dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. Our heroine! You should definitely bring pickle hats and post the incriminating photos on your website. > > Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from shorts or > blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I can find > one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. My > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and I need > to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. > alt.fan.miss-manners has been no help thus far. Gloria thinks I should > call her assistant and inquire. That was my fall-back plan. > How about a dress that comes with a jacket? You can wear the jacket with dress for conservative occasions (i.e., this dinner), and wear the dress alone for less formal times. The spring/summer clothing sales should be starting shortly to make room for the woolies and such that seem to be all you can get in July. Congratulations! Cindy -- C.J. Fuller Delete the obvious to email me |
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Anderson > wrote: > Melba's Jammin' > wrote in news:thisisbogus- > : > > > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > More importantly, what does Miss Manners say about showing your tattoo to > First Ladies??? (just kiddin!). Thanks, Rhonda. Discretion, above all. :-) > Hope you have a wonderful time, and I'm sure she's hanging out to see > what sort of jam you bring! > > Rhonda Anderson > Cranebrook, NSW, Australia -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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Melba's Jammin' wrote: > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual > dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. > > Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from shorts or > blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I can find > one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. My > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and I need > to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. You go girl! Just be yourself, frock em!  Sheldon |
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Sheldon wrote on 20 May 2005 in rec.food.cooking
> > Melba's Jammin' wrote: > > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my > > honor. > > > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I > > was hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter > > accompanying > the > > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be > used, > > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments > > of my > > > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in > > a > local > > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the > > annual dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 > > years ago. Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade > > jam and pickles. > > > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? > > Hmmmmm? I > > > will certainly include pickle hats, too. > > > > Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from > > shorts or > > > blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I > > can > find > > one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a > > leg. > My > > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and > > I > need > > to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. > > You go girl! Just be yourself, frock em! > > Sheldon > > Think Micro Mini! -- No Bread Crumbs were hurt in the making of this Meal. Type 2 Diabetic Since Aug 2004 1AC- 7.2, 7.3, 5.5, 5.6 mmol Weight from 265 down to 219 lbs. and dropping. Continuing to be Manitoban |
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In article >, Monsur Fromage du
Pollet > wrote: > Sheldon wrote on 20 May 2005 in rec.food.cooking > > > > > Melba's Jammin' wrote: > > > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my > > > honor. > > > > > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) (snip) > > My > > > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and > > > I need to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. > > You go girl! Just be yourself, frock em! > > > > Sheldon > > > > > > Think Micro Mini! You laugh. I've got the legs for it. -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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On 2005-05-20, Melba's Jammin' > wrote:
> You laugh. I've got the legs for it. ....and this isn't on your website, WHY!? (...high heels, please  nb |
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In article >, notbob
> wrote: > On 2005-05-20, Melba's Jammin' > wrote: > > > You laugh. I've got the legs for it. > > ...and this isn't on your website, WHY!? (...high heels, please > > nb A girl's got to maintain a certain air of mystery, don't you think? I make no bones about the fact that I'm a fat lady, OK? I'm not frumpy, have a large frame, and you'd never come within 25 pounds guessing what I weigh. I carry myself well and am usually not held together with safety pins. And you'd never mistake me for a size 12. Or 14. At the office several years ago, three of us were in an office admiring one of the gal's outfits and suddenly we're hiking our skirts and admiring calves. And Julie Miller checks my gams and blurts out, "Wow, Barb!! You've got great legs for a fa. . . " and then she turned four shades of red at what she almost said -- "fat lady." Whatever. We laughed then and I still do. And I've lost 20 pounds over the last 2 to 2-1/2 months. And have miles to go before I sleep. (How do you think I hooked My True Love? Were he an a** man, I might still be single. "-) (Got rid of my 3-inch spikes years ago -- and now they're back in fashion! My back couldn't do it now.) OB Food: Walleye filet, roasted potatoes, sweet corn and angel food cake with fresh strawberries are on tonight's menu. -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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On Fri 20 May 2005 05:45:36a, Melba's Jammin' wrote in rec.food.cooking:
> The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. Shucks, Barb, she just wants you for your jam! <G> -- Wayne Boatwright ____________________________________________ Give me a smart idiot over a stupid genius any day. Sam Goldwyn, 1882-1974 |
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On Fri 20 May 2005 05:45:36a, Melba's Jammin' wrote in rec.food.cooking:
> The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual > dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. > > Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from shorts or > blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I can find > one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. My > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and I need > to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. > alt.fan.miss-manners has been no help thus far. Gloria thinks I should > call her assistant and inquire. That was my fall-back plan. What a nice honor! Now I can say I've rubbed elbows with Ms.Hizhonor! I'm proud of you! > So there! Maybe I'll bring some of this. BTW, any reason why I couldn't use frozen blueberries (with no sugar added)? I can get some really delicious organic wild blueberries (the tiny ones) that only come frozen. Thanks! > * Exported from MasterCook Mac * > > Boozeberry Jam > > Recipe By : Barb Schaller, posted to rec.food.cooking 5/20/05 > Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 > Categories : Canning, Preserves, Etc. > > Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method > -------- ------------ -------------------------------- > 4 1/2 cups blueberries > 6 1/2 cups sugar > 2 teaspoons grated orange rind > 1/3 cup orange juice > 2 foil pouches liquid pectin > See blueberry/Southern Comfort note below > > Prepare canning jars and lids according to manufacturer's directions. > > I added a small pkg of dehydrated blueberries soaked overnight in Triple > Sec and Southern Comfort (about 1/2 cup - 3/4 cup total). > > Place blueberries in a large saucepot. Add sugar, lemon peel, and lemon > juice. Bring to a rolling boil over medium high heat, stirring > frequently. Stir in liquid pectin. Boil hard one minute. Ladle hot > jam into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Wipe jar rims clean. > Adjust caps. > > Process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath. Yield: About 7 half-pint > jars. > - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- Wayne Boatwright ____________________________________________ Give me a smart idiot over a stupid genius any day. Sam Goldwyn, 1882-1974 |
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In article >, Wayne Boatwright
> wrote: > On Fri 20 May 2005 05:45:36a, Melba's Jammin' wrote in rec.food.cooking: > > > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) (snip) > > What a nice honor! Now I can say I've rubbed elbows with > Ms.Hizhonor! I'm proud of you! > > > So there! Maybe I'll bring some of this. > > BTW, any reason why I couldn't use frozen blueberries (with no sugar > added)? I can get some really delicious organic wild blueberries > (the tiny ones) that only come frozen. > > Thanks! > > > * Exported from MasterCook Mac * > > > > Boozeberry Jam > > > > Recipe By : Barb Schaller, posted to rec.food.cooking 5/20/05 > > Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 > > Categories : Canning, Preserves, Etc. > > > > Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method > > -------- ------------ -------------------------------- > > 4 1/2 cups blueberries (particulars snipped) You surely could. Hot tip, though. Since the wild blues are smaller than the commercially grown, there's a higher skin-to-flesh ratio with the wild. Maybe that's okay, maybe it's not. -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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Melba's Jammin' > writes:
> You surely could. Hot tip, though. Since the wild blues are smaller > than the commercially grown, there's a higher skin-to-flesh ratio with > the wild. This depends on the region and the species. Most of the blueberry patches around my place in NH have quite large blueberries (1/2" diamter) with a nice soft, sweet flavor, while if I go over towards Maine the berries tend to get smaller and tarter. I prefer the former for my cereal and as a fresh topping for dessert, the latter for baking. Ahh, the joys of living in an area where I can get gallons raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, and blueberries essentially for free (picking, and the occasional jar of homemade tomatillo-chipotle salsa to bribe the berry patch owners). -- Richard W Kaszeta http://www.kaszeta.org/rich |
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In article >, Richard Kaszeta
> wrote: > Ahh, the joys of living in an area where I can get gallons raspberries, > blackberries, strawberries, and blueberries essentially for free > (picking, and the occasional jar of homemade tomatillo-chipotle salsa > to bribe the berry patch owners). Have I told you lately how much I hate you, Rich? :-) I'll be in St. Johnsbury, Vermont the last weekend of July -- one of my HS classmates is hosting a weekend for some of us wimmin classmates to celebrate the year we all turn 60. It oughtta be a gas. We are such a diverse bunch!! A coupla lawyers, a NY theater costume designer, an actress, an artist, a jammer. Too fun! -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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On Fri, 20 May 2005 16:58:48 -0500, Melba's Jammin'
> wrote: >In article >, Richard Kaszeta > wrote: >> Ahh, the joys of living in an area where I can get gallons raspberries, >> blackberries, strawberries, and blueberries essentially for free >> (picking, and the occasional jar of homemade tomatillo-chipotle salsa >> to bribe the berry patch owners). > >Have I told you lately how much I hate you, Rich? :-) >I'll be in St. Johnsbury, Vermont the last weekend of July -- one of my >HS classmates is hosting a weekend for some of us wimmin classmates to >celebrate the year we all turn 60. It oughtta be a gas. We are such a >diverse bunch!! A coupla lawyers, a NY theater costume designer, an >actress, an artist, a jammer. Too fun! Oooooo you'll be so close to me! I'm actually having a big ole BBQ at mynew house in July (my Dad's coming up) and I was thinking of inviting you lot of foodies, but it looks like the timing might not work out. My Dad's leaving the 23rd of July, so I'll be having it the weekend before that (most likely). Shoot, I miss seeing you again! -- Siobhan Perricone "I ain't afraid of your Yahweh I ain't afraid of your Allah I ain't afraid of your Jesus I'm afraid of what ya do in the name of your god" - Holly Near |
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Melba's Jammin' > writes:
> Have I told you lately how much I hate you, Rich? :-) Not lately... > I'll be in St. Johnsbury, Vermont the last weekend of July St Johnsbury is fairly nice. Make sure you check out the "Bug art" at the Fairbanks museum. -- Richard W Kaszeta http://www.kaszeta.org/rich |
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"Melba's Jammin'" > wrote in message ... > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual > dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. > > Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from shorts or > blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I can find > one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. My > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and I need > to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. > alt.fan.miss-manners has been no help thus far. Gloria thinks I should > call her assistant and inquire. That was my fall-back plan. Screw the 45 others. The important thing is that YOU were asked! Congratulations! Felice |
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Awesome! :-)
What state do you live in? (other than chaos <lol>) I'm going to keep that jam recipe, thanks! Kat In article >, Melba's Jammin' > wrote: > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual > dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. > > Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from shorts or > blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I can find > one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. My > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and I need > to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. > alt.fan.miss-manners has been no help thus far. Gloria thinks I should > call her assistant and inquire. That was my fall-back plan. > > So there! Maybe I'll bring some of this. > > > * Exported from MasterCook Mac * > > Boozeberry Jam > > Recipe By : Barb Schaller, posted to rec.food.cooking 5/20/05 > Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 > Categories : Canning, Preserves, Etc. > > Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method > -------- ------------ -------------------------------- > 4 1/2 cups blueberries > 6 1/2 cups sugar > 2 teaspoons grated orange rind > 1/3 cup orange juice > 2 foil pouches liquid pectin > See blueberry/Southern Comfort note below > > Prepare canning jars and lids according to manufacturer's directions. > > I added a small pkg of dehydrated blueberries soaked overnight in Triple > Sec and Southern Comfort (about 1/2 cup - 3/4 cup total). > > Place blueberries in a large saucepot. Add sugar, lemon peel, and lemon > juice. Bring to a rolling boil over medium high heat, stirring > frequently. Stir in liquid pectin. Boil hard one minute. Ladle hot > jam into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Wipe jar rims clean. > Adjust caps. > > Process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath. Yield: About 7 half-pint > jars. > - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- K. Sprout the MungBean to reply "I don't like to commit myself about heaven and hell‹you see, I have friends in both places." --Mark Twain |
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Melba's Jammin' wrote:
> The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual > dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. > Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from shorts or > blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I can find > one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. My > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and I need > to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. > alt.fan.miss-manners has been no help thus far. Gloria thinks I should > call her assistant and inquire. That was my fall-back plan. > So there! Maybe I'll bring some of this. > Boozeberry Jam (clipped, got already, great > stuff!) Three Cheers for my Hero! How about some Governor's Gooseberry? Sling in some vermouth or something. If you can find the gooseberries. Edrena |
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In article >, The Joneses
> wrote: > Melba's Jammin' wrote: > > > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the (snip) > Three Cheers for my Hero! How about some Governor's Gooseberry? Sling in > some > vermouth or something. If you can find the gooseberries. > Edrena Too early in our season. Now, if you'd suggested I goose the governor. . . . -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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Melba's Jammin' wrote: > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual > dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. > > Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from shorts or > blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I can find > one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. My > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and I need > to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. > alt.fan.miss-manners has been no help thus far. Gloria thinks I should > call her assistant and inquire. That was my fall-back plan. > > So there! Maybe I'll bring some of this. > > > * Exported from MasterCook Mac * > > Boozeberry Jam Technically, it would be Your Honor, but I think that since this is not a really formal meal at the First Lady's home, Mrs. So And So would be just as acceptable. However, just to be sure, I would ask Terri Squeaks, who is really knowledgeable when it comes to something like this. At least, I believe that she is. Aren't you glad you did what you did and you look as you look, since I do not know whether I can be more explicit.  ) I would wear a niceslack suit and be comfortable without panty hose and uncomfortable shoes, but this is another topic about which Squeaks would know more than anybody else. I am so incredibly proud of you!!!! |
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Margaret Suran wrote:
> Aren't you glad you did what you did and you look as you look, since I > do not know whether I can be more explicit. ) I would wear a nice> slack suit and be comfortable without panty hose and uncomfortable > shoes, but this is another topic about which Squeaks would know more > than anybody else. > > I am so incredibly proud of you!!!! As am I also!!! Barb looks wonderful in red, so a red pant suit would be ideal! Make sure you show 'em your tattoos Goomba |
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In article >, Goomba38
> wrote: > Margaret Suran wrote: > > > Aren't you glad you did what you did and you look as you look, since I > > do not know whether I can be more explicit. ) I would wear a nice> > slack suit and be comfortable without panty hose and uncomfortable > > shoes, but this is another topic about which Squeaks would know more > > than anybody else. > > I am so incredibly proud of you!!!! > As am I also!!! > Barb looks wonderful in red, so a red pant suit would be ideal! Make > sure you show 'em your tattoos > Goomba Great idea!! Margaret has just implored me to NOT do so. I can be bought. -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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Melba's Jammin' wrote: > In article >, Goomba38 > > wrote: >>>I am so incredibly proud of you!!!! > > >>As am I also!!! >>Barb looks wonderful in red, so a red pant suit would be ideal! Make >>sure you show 'em your tattoos >>Goomba > > > Great idea!! Margaret has just implored me to NOT do so. I can be > bought. I did not "implore" you. I begged you not to do it, on bended knees. I can see Security coming to your seat at the table, just as you are spreading your cheeks (the ones in the face, of course, at least I hope so) to show off your tattoos and the agents are ready to arrest you for indecent exposure, or whatever. Oh, the shame of it all!!! What will Rob say? Chris will laugh and Becky will applaud, wildly, not the impending arrests, but your right to Free Speech. MS |
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In article >, Margaret Suran
> wrote: > Melba's Jammin' wrote: > > In article >, Goomba38 > > > wrote: > > >>>I am so incredibly proud of you!!!! > > > > > >>As am I also!!! > >>Barb looks wonderful in red, so a red pant suit would be ideal! Make > >>sure you show 'em your tattoos > >>Goomba > > > > > > Great idea!! Margaret has just implored me to NOT do so. I can be > > bought. > > > I did not "implore" you. I begged you not to do it, on bended knees. > I can see Security coming to your seat at the table, just as you are > spreading your cheeks (snip) >to show off your tattoos and the agents are ready to arrest > you for indecent exposure, or whatever. Oh, the shame of it all!!! > What will Rob say? Chris will laugh and Becky will applaud, wildly, > not the impending arrests, but your right to Free Speech. MS I thought it was the right to a Free Peek. "-) -- -Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> 5/8/05. "Are we going to measure, or are we going to cook?" -Food Critic Mimi Sheraton |
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One time on Usenet, Melba's Jammin' > said:
> The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) <snip> Congratulations, Barb! Very cool, do let us know how it goes... -- Jani in WA ~ mom, vid gamer, novice cook ~ |
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On 2005-05-20, Melba's Jammin' > wrote:
> The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner..... What!? ...it's taken this long for your state to produce a lady? > So there! Maybe I'll bring some of this. > > * Exported from MasterCook Mac * > > Boozeberry Jam Well, we knew it wasn't going to be Humble Pie! :P nb ....diving for cover p.s. jus' kid'n Barb. Have big fun. |
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You go, girl! Congrats! Hey, those other 45 are just window dressing and they don't count! They are just the court. You are the Queen. Razzle dazzle the First Lady with your award winning jams and jellies! Elaine, too |
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Melba's Jammin' > wrote in
: > The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I > was hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter > accompanying the invite states her belief that the Governor's > Residence should be used, in part, to host events celebrating the > diverse accomplishments of my state's women. She read the article > about my canning prowess in a local feminist newspaper and decided > she'd like to have me to the annual dinner she's held since her > husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. Personally, I think she's > cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. You know what they say...if you can can, can... Also, another new fave rave: There's no apostrophe "t" in "can". Canning, it's the new heavy metal... Which reminds me (non sequitur) of a witty ad campaign for a computer wargame some years back. The picture showed an Allied tank rolling across the countryside and the caption read: Back in 1944, this was the only heavy metal touring Europe. :-) -- [...] remember when you're feeling very small and insecure, How amazingly unlikely is your birth And pray that there's intelligent life somewhere up in space, 'Cause there's bugger all down 'ere on Earth! Monty Python's Universe Song |
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Melba's Jammin' wrote:
> The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor. > > OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details) > > How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was > hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the > invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used, > in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my > state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local > feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual > dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago. > Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles. > And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I > will certainly include pickle hats, too. > > Deciding what to wear is on my mind -- "just stay away from shorts or > blue jeans" says her assistant. I'd like a summer frock if I can find > one that's flattering, versatile, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. My > other concern is how to address her -- she's a sitting judge and I need > to research whether it's Your Honor or Ms. HisLastName. > alt.fan.miss-manners has been no help thus far. Gloria thinks I should > call her assistant and inquire. That was my fall-back plan. > > So there! Maybe I'll bring some of this. > > > * Exported from MasterCook Mac * > > Boozeberry Jam > > Recipe By : Barb Schaller, posted to rec.food.cooking 5/20/05 > Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 > Categories : Canning, Preserves, Etc. > > Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method > -------- ------------ -------------------------------- > 4 1/2 cups blueberries > 6 1/2 cups sugar > 2 teaspoons grated orange rind > 1/3 cup orange juice > 2 foil pouches liquid pectin > See blueberry/Southern Comfort note below > > Prepare canning jars and lids according to manufacturer's directions. > > I added a small pkg of dehydrated blueberries soaked overnight in Triple > Sec and Southern Comfort (about 1/2 cup - 3/4 cup total). > > Place blueberries in a large saucepot. Add sugar, lemon peel, and lemon > juice. Bring to a rolling boil over medium high heat, stirring > frequently. Stir in liquid pectin. Boil hard one minute. Ladle hot > jam into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Wipe jar rims clean. > Adjust caps. > > Process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath. Yield: About 7 half-pint > jars. > - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Major congrats!!! Thanks for the recipe too. Blueberries and Southern Comfort? I'll give it a try. Now when do I put the Southern Comfort in? |
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