like you, I always write a detailed list of everything to do with my travel itinerary by hand on paper and carry it with me, including times, phone numbers, connections, locations, etc. it has saved me name times due to no wifi, losing something, etc. needing access, etc. p.s an easy international travel tip. my daughter who is american, married to an Aussie has always traveled with her carryon backpack with a Canadian maple leaf patch on it when flying anywhere and it takes away quite a bit of potential worry of people acting differently to her due to any grudge them may have against Americans.
Oh that’s an interesting tip! I never get mistaken for an American - probably my very British NZ accent! 😆- is your daughter in Australia? I feel you have told me this before but I can’t remember where she is.
A friend just got back from touring Europe and was shocked to see booklets over there on 'How to prepare for War' - what an advanced world we live in... looking forward to seeing the pot garden. Am about to bake some chicken in brown sugar and italian herbs - hopefully it's a winner
The chicken was okay - added some paprika, garlic and ginger and it was easy peasy. Yes the booklet is for Russia, in Europe they are preparing for war and expecting Russia to invade within the next 4 years
I would be preparing for that too. Especially Poland. Things are ramping up. Though Trump just bombed Russia’s buddy Iran so that will be interesting. Grateful to be on this side of the world though we are more global now than ever. But surely geography counts for something.
You know Celi - I must have followed you some 14+ years now, ever since Chicago John pointed the way . . , and, in a crazy way, I have never wandered 'over' to be so relaxed and smile and nod as much . . . :) ! Yes, when I plan something I follow the same manners and mores as you and I love your simple moreish recipes, and I also am trying to find a logical balance twixt the realities of this world-gone-totally-mad and a lifestyle possible and of value. You have taught me something about Chicken Marylands I definitely did not know! I thought they were leg+thigh all over the world! KitKat - of course puss knew what a birdie looked like . . . you people are all smart . . .
I make myself a spreadsheet for complex travel, and then I make a paper printout I can fold up and put in my pocket or in a folder for the car. There is something real about words on actual paper, plus it gives you somewhere to scribble notes and make changes easily. I was stumped by 'Marylands' as cuts of chicken when I first came to Australia, but to be honest, different countries have such strange names for the same bits of food. I mean, why 'Boston Butt', especially when it isn't part of a pig's rear end, but the top end of the shoulder?
Interesting 🤔. I’ve lived in Maryland for over 27 years and never heard of Maryland chicken? As to why that portion of chicken is called Maryland, maybe it has to do with shape of the state?
That is so funny! My other Maryland peeps have not heard of it either so I am thinking Maryland chicken is not too big in the US. Interesting that the portion of chicken sounds like the state - that made me look at my geography!
You have to wonder how Chicken Maryland got to Australia and became a thing. Perhaps it was from an old cookery programme, like the Galloping Gourmet. I use to watch Graham Kerr with my Grandmother in the 60s.
That makes sense actually. My research suggested that Maryland chicken was big in Australia in the 70’s. About the same period as Graham Kerr came gallloping over. Good call, Mad!
You're amazing to keep this all together. Thanks for the shout out. I've never heard of Maryland chicken - I wonder about my sad Minnesota existence :)
Every day the news drags me down, so I need the gift of words, stories, and those of a wider vision. Thank you, Celi. Have a good week.
It appears that Maryland chicken is not that well known in the states - not in Maryland either! Keeping our heads up this week, Hans! Nothing else for it!
I’m glad you are able to squeeze in some writing along with squeezing that baby and caring for your daughter and household. I wonder how you are noticing time these days. Children always make me focus in a different way from my adult proclivities, and then I slip back into my comfortable ruts. Always a chance for insight, though…
Yes, we must carry on. It is all we can do. And it is important work.
When my kids were little, I insisted on family dinners around the table. We had what I called "current events." Everyone had to bring a current event to the table. It could be something that happened in the news, or something that happened at school, or something that they were interested in. As far as possible, both my kids have regular family dinners with their kids. I'm so sad that dining rooms are no longer a thing! Family meals are vital.
Places to sit and eat are disappearing from new builds because they are building them smaller each time sad 😢 in our last place we had to choose between one sofa or one dining table, no room for anything else at all!
And I will be hoping that full blown war doesn't break out too, for all involved. Safe flights, C 🕊️
I have a month before I leave. As usual I book ahead when there are a few sales. And tables and families are lovely. We have awesome lunches with friends. But I have to fix that view!!
I found a cheap flight on Expedia went to the airline site and it was even cheaper there! Though it was still a lot of money. But it is worth it to look around.
Where is the AI program that does this as well as we do!?
like you, I always write a detailed list of everything to do with my travel itinerary by hand on paper and carry it with me, including times, phone numbers, connections, locations, etc. it has saved me name times due to no wifi, losing something, etc. needing access, etc. p.s an easy international travel tip. my daughter who is american, married to an Aussie has always traveled with her carryon backpack with a Canadian maple leaf patch on it when flying anywhere and it takes away quite a bit of potential worry of people acting differently to her due to any grudge them may have against Americans.
Oh that’s an interesting tip! I never get mistaken for an American - probably my very British NZ accent! 😆- is your daughter in Australia? I feel you have told me this before but I can’t remember where she is.
Our daughter lives in Maryland. I will ask her if Chicken Maryland is a thing she's heard about or cooked.
Oh yes!! Plus how they cook it in Maryland! That would be fun.
She has never heard of Chicken Maryland. She might be giving it a try. She has hungry mouths to feed.
It is great for busy households - just jam it all in the oven - though midsummer might not be the best time to have that oven going!
A friend just got back from touring Europe and was shocked to see booklets over there on 'How to prepare for War' - what an advanced world we live in... looking forward to seeing the pot garden. Am about to bake some chicken in brown sugar and italian herbs - hopefully it's a winner
Do you think the bookies are because of the Russia Ukraine war? Did they bring a booklet back for you to read? Your chicken sounds tasty!
The chicken was okay - added some paprika, garlic and ginger and it was easy peasy. Yes the booklet is for Russia, in Europe they are preparing for war and expecting Russia to invade within the next 4 years
I would be preparing for that too. Especially Poland. Things are ramping up. Though Trump just bombed Russia’s buddy Iran so that will be interesting. Grateful to be on this side of the world though we are more global now than ever. But surely geography counts for something.
You know Celi - I must have followed you some 14+ years now, ever since Chicago John pointed the way . . , and, in a crazy way, I have never wandered 'over' to be so relaxed and smile and nod as much . . . :) ! Yes, when I plan something I follow the same manners and mores as you and I love your simple moreish recipes, and I also am trying to find a logical balance twixt the realities of this world-gone-totally-mad and a lifestyle possible and of value. You have taught me something about Chicken Marylands I definitely did not know! I thought they were leg+thigh all over the world! KitKat - of course puss knew what a birdie looked like . . . you people are all smart . . .
I love the planning of a trip. Usually multi country / and multi locations within each country. Glad you are e enjoying the read! Take care!
I make myself a spreadsheet for complex travel, and then I make a paper printout I can fold up and put in my pocket or in a folder for the car. There is something real about words on actual paper, plus it gives you somewhere to scribble notes and make changes easily. I was stumped by 'Marylands' as cuts of chicken when I first came to Australia, but to be honest, different countries have such strange names for the same bits of food. I mean, why 'Boston Butt', especially when it isn't part of a pig's rear end, but the top end of the shoulder?
I have never even heard of Boston butt. How mystifying. That has to be an American cut? With the word - Butt?
Yes, it's from the South, and is popular for barbecue and pulled pork.
Interesting 🤔. I’ve lived in Maryland for over 27 years and never heard of Maryland chicken? As to why that portion of chicken is called Maryland, maybe it has to do with shape of the state?
That is so funny! My other Maryland peeps have not heard of it either so I am thinking Maryland chicken is not too big in the US. Interesting that the portion of chicken sounds like the state - that made me look at my geography!
they've been back living here for years, but also lived there for years -
Ah - yes. Now I remember
No matter what happens in the world, the weeds still grow and the season marches on. Very grateful for that these days.
Morning Siobhan! So, so, so true!! To hold on to those simple seasonal progressions in the face of everything else - such a healthy outlook!
I lament the demise of the dining area, Cecilia. What a sad world we live in when people can’t take the time to sit down and share a meal together.
It is true, Michelle, I agree. The new homes being built for working people are so small now. Sad.
You have to wonder how Chicken Maryland got to Australia and became a thing. Perhaps it was from an old cookery programme, like the Galloping Gourmet. I use to watch Graham Kerr with my Grandmother in the 60s.
Well done KitKat!
That makes sense actually. My research suggested that Maryland chicken was big in Australia in the 70’s. About the same period as Graham Kerr came gallloping over. Good call, Mad!
You're amazing to keep this all together. Thanks for the shout out. I've never heard of Maryland chicken - I wonder about my sad Minnesota existence :)
Every day the news drags me down, so I need the gift of words, stories, and those of a wider vision. Thank you, Celi. Have a good week.
It appears that Maryland chicken is not that well known in the states - not in Maryland either! Keeping our heads up this week, Hans! Nothing else for it!
I’m glad you are able to squeeze in some writing along with squeezing that baby and caring for your daughter and household. I wonder how you are noticing time these days. Children always make me focus in a different way from my adult proclivities, and then I slip back into my comfortable ruts. Always a chance for insight, though…
Yes, we must carry on. It is all we can do. And it is important work.
When my kids were little, I insisted on family dinners around the table. We had what I called "current events." Everyone had to bring a current event to the table. It could be something that happened in the news, or something that happened at school, or something that they were interested in. As far as possible, both my kids have regular family dinners with their kids. I'm so sad that dining rooms are no longer a thing! Family meals are vital.
I agree! Breaking bread together every evening! I love your current affairs idea. I bet that was fun!
It was so fun! And everyone (except me) grumbled about Current Affairs, but they secretly enjoyed it.
Places to sit and eat are disappearing from new builds because they are building them smaller each time sad 😢 in our last place we had to choose between one sofa or one dining table, no room for anything else at all!
And I will be hoping that full blown war doesn't break out too, for all involved. Safe flights, C 🕊️
I have a month before I leave. As usual I book ahead when there are a few sales. And tables and families are lovely. We have awesome lunches with friends. But I have to fix that view!!
Me too! I always want a dining table. And cheers to those cheap flights and sales. I'm always spying on the offer sites myself...
I found a cheap flight on Expedia went to the airline site and it was even cheaper there! Though it was still a lot of money. But it is worth it to look around.
Where is the AI program that does this as well as we do!?
Kayak gets the best rates, including taxes, using AI 😊
Oh - I forgot about them! I used to use Kayak years ago. The airlines do a good job of tying us to them with those airpoints!!