Lacey is aging well, but Coady has cushings disease. He requires a daily pill to help manage the symptoms.
Middle aged musings from farm & hearth
Lacey is aging well, but Coady has cushings disease. He requires a daily pill to help manage the symptoms.
Chopping and cooking fresh broccoli: Cut the florets off the broccoli then break up into medium pieces. Cut the thinner stem into about 2.5cm / 1 inch pieces. If you want to use the thick main stem, peel the outer skin (which is tough) then cut into 2.5 cm / 1” x 1cm / 2/5” batons. Boil water in a large saucepan (or do this step in a steamer). Plonk the stems in first, cook for 2 minutes. Then add the florets and cook for 3 minutes, or until soft. Drain well.
2. Storing: Cool then place in an airtight container. For a quick reheat, use the microwave, or otherwise reheat in the oven. These also freeze well once cooked. Can be made ahead, form balls, then refrigerate (not freeze), then bake later.
3. Pictured in the photo in post with: Lemon Rice Pilaf and quick sautéed kale (tear off a few handfuls of kale, rip leaves off the tough centre stem, tear into bite size pieces. Saute in a bit of oil with a handful of pre shredded carrots (I always have Just Veg from Woolies on hand), season with S&P and finish with a sprinkle of crushed almonds.
4. GLUTEN FREE OPTION: Sub breadcrumbs with 3/4 cup almond meal.
5. Nutrition is for 1/3 of the recipe which is a meal size serving (for an adult). Gluten free option: increases to 387 calories, carbs decreases to 17g.
M Jr. came down for supper and went clamming to enhance the meal..
Meanwhile, back in Tr*mpland, the mysterious ties and lies deepen. I don’t even know where to begin here, so I think…. I won’t. Drip Drip Drip…..
It’s a new day, all. Let’s make it a good one – thanks for stopping by.
That’s my dad in the photo below – M picked him up at the nursing home and we had a nice visit. There are times when we feel not-so-great about him living in a “home”, but at the end of the day, it is without a doubt the right place for him to be. At the time of his last heart attack, he wasn’t taking care of himself, hadn’t cooked for himself in years, hadn’t cleaned his little house in years, wasn’t doing his laundry, wasn’t taking his meds properly, and his driving was unsafe. We had been maintaining his property for him for years, trying to give him as much independent living time as possible. If you read here often, you know our relationship is a tough one. Living here with us is just not an option – he’s lucky we do what we do. But.. I admire this in him – he has made a decent life for himself at the home, and that’s where I feel good about the decision to place him there. First of all, it’s a good one – clean, updated, friendly knowledgeable staff and lots of activities for those who are still fairly active. He has made friends and has a social circle. He is now the president of the residents association, and joins in the activities. All is well that ends well.
So.. last weekend we had another adoption event – 64 dogs out of 69 found homes. That’s no easy feat, considering each adopter is screened thoroughly before they can take their dog home – by their vet references, and personal references, and approval from Landlord if there is one. Connecticut has some very generous folks, I’m proud to say. You know the reputation New Englanders have – cold, snobby, aloof? I don’t see it, I see generous people.
My favorite dog at last weekends adoption event was Ollie, an American bull dog mix. He would have come home with me if not for my 180 lb. horse, Ben. He has hit the jackpot with a wonderful home and sibling. It’s a beautiful thing. One of my favorite fb sightings are the after pics of shelter dogs in their new homes, finally the life they deserve. I’m so grateful to know the people who are cogs in the wheel that together make these things happen . Life lessons- think beyond just your own needs- Surround yourself with positive people, reach out to help whatever cause that holds meaning for you, it doesn’t have to be monetary, it can be actions, deeds- and your life becomes that much more rewarding.
This morning was another stunner… the mist coming in off Long Island Sound traveled a few miles upland and landed in our fields… the scent of sea air was intoxicating… another life lesson – (can you stand me this morning?..lol… )
Enjoy the little things.. notice them, take them in, don’t let them pass by you unappreciated. I had a conversation recently with a photographer friend. We were talking about picture quality and how so many people don’t really see the beauty that is all around them, and you can tell by the way they take a picture. It’s not even about the subject.. because there can be beauty in a simple, simple shot.. like this one below.. it’s just a hay field and misty blue sky, nothing dramatic, no clear subject. Look closely at all the nuances, there are many layers if you truly –see-.
Have a good day, All – and as always, thanks for stopping by.
I love talking to dog people. I mean real dog people.. the kind who know their dog is one of their family members, sometimes one of their most cherished. Usually, genuine dog people are also good citizens, caring individuals in more ways than dog ownership.
Yesterday, we held a photo shoot at a PetValu a few towns over. For a $5. donation to our organization, with all proceeds to benefit shelter dogs, you got a photo of your dog or kids or both with the Easter Bunny. We have some return customers, I love to see them… and several are rescue dogs that were adopted out by our rescues in previous years. How wonderful to see the dogs and their families thriving. The dogs are so much more confident and happy now that they have lived in a loving home. We witness them when they come to our events, scared and bewildered. To see them rehabilitated by the reassurance of love… is heartwarming.
We’re holding another fundraiser – SPAY IT FORWARD CT – We are helping Connecticut shelters with spay and neuter costs so that they can afford to spay/neuter the dogs in their shelters. This gives the dogs an advantage to help them get adopted… and it reduces the unwanted litters born out of irresponsibility by owners. Local Veterinarians have also joined our cause, donating discounted or waived fees to the spay and neuter program. If you’d care to donate, click on the link above. Every donation, no matter how small it may be, helps those dogs find a better life.