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It died! :(--> gc

justloafing, You're right, hurricane city's update is more recent, I've been watching both. :)--> gc

I found this list on the same site; national hurricane center. There is all kinds of interesting things on that site. Category One Hurricane: Winds 74-95 mph Category Two Hurricane: Winds 96-110 mph Category Three Hurricane: Winds 111-130 mph Category Four Hurricane: Winds 131-155 mph Category Five Hurricane: Winds greater than 155 mph

What a wonderful thread! First the announcement of a upcoming wedding, then the wedding song and the topper was the vows. It had me a little choked up :)--> Congrats to the husband and wife to be, congrats to the newlyweds and congrats to David for writing those lovely words! gc

Noting it all down ex10, thanks! :)--> gc

dmiller, there are a couple of kid's shows on pbs that are decent! ;)-->

coolchef, silly me! I thought cex-chef was a typo and that you were trying to say ex-chef since you were retired. :o-->

Today is my first day back on my diet. I did well! I didn't snack at work at all and that's my downfall. I had a minor surgery done yesterday so I'm not up to exercise more than walking. Will start back once I'm healed up! I went to the doc yesterday and as per usual they weighed me. I have gained enough to make me cringe :(-->

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I found a bread that has lavender in it that I'm going to try. Its called: Herb and Lavender Rolls Source: Country Living Herbes de Provence, a traditional French herb blend that usually includes rosemary, thyme, marjoram, sage, summer savory, and lavender, is the fragrant and flavorful surprise tucked between the layers of these rolls. If you like, make them even more aromatic by adding more lavender. 12 servings (24 rolls) 6 C. bread flour 2 pkg. (1 1/2 T.) active dry yeast 2 tsp. salt 2 1/2 C. buttermilk 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 C. butter 1/4 C. plus 2 T. herbes de Provence 1 tsp. chopped lavender flowers (optional) Make the dough: In a large bowl or food processor fitted with a metal blade, combine flour, yeast, and salt. In a small bowl, stir buttermilk and soda together. Use a wooden spoon to stir the liquid into the flour mixture or, with the processor running, gradually add the buttermilk mixture to the dry ingredients. Process until a soft, supple dough forms or, on a lightly floured surface, knead dough by hand until smooth - about 15 minutes. Form dough into a ball. Lightly oil a large bowl, place dough in it, and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise until doubled - about an hour. Form the rolls: Lightly spray two 12-cup muffin tins with vegetable-oil cooking spray and set aside. Punch the dough down and place on a lightly floured surface. Divide dough in half and pat the dough into two 6 x 6-inch squares, cover with a clean towel, and let rest for 10 minutes. In a small saucepan, melt the butter. In a small bowl, mix the herbes de Provence and the lavender flowers, if using. With a lightly floured rolling pin, shape 1 square of dough into a 12 x 24-inch rectangle. Using a pastry brush, coat the dough with half of the melted butter and sprinkle with 1/2 of the herb mixture. Using a sharp knife or pizza wheel, cut the dough along the 24-inch length into six 12-inch-long, 2-inch-wide strips. Stack the 6 strips, butter side up, and cut each into twelve 2-inch square stacks. Pinch one side each of the 12 dough stacks together and place, pinched end first, into a muffin tin. Repeat, using remaining square of dough. Lightly cover with towel and let rise until doubled in bulk -- about 45 minutes. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Bake the rolls: Place rolls on the middle rack of the oven and bake until golden brown - 15 to 20 minutes. Remove immediately from the muffin tin and cool on a wire rack. Serve warm. Nutrition information per serving: protein: 4.7 g; fat: 4.4 g; carbohydrate: 21.7 g; fiber: .84 g; sodium: 258 mg; cholesterol: 11.2 mg; calories: 145 Oh and Belle, I never did say, Your Welcome! :)-->

Congratulations Belle! I wish you many many more free years to celebrate. :D--> gc

oxbirdau, that was a terrible thing to happen, there's nothing worse than loosing a child. I'm sorry. :(--> As far as healing goes, believing for something or most anything to do with scriptures, I really know little to nothing, now. I used to know so much, or thought I did, and if I didn't know it, then I could "work the word" and figure it out. --> The coolest scripture, for me, todate is Matt 26:39. And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt. Jesus didn't want to die on the cross, but he did it anyway. I have wondered for years why I didn't see this when people would tell me my believing was off. Could Jesus have "believed" not to die on the cross? gc

Today my CD would look like this: You're My Best Friend - Queen I was born to love you - Queen Sexual Healing - Marvin Gaye Hello - Lionel Richie Nothing Compares to you - Sinead O'Connor Time in a Bottle - Jim Croce Lay Lady Lay - Bob Dylan You're in my heart - Rod Stewart Still - The Commodores Delta Lady - Joe Cocker Every Breath You Take - Police Follow you, follow me - Genesis Samba Pa Ti - Santana Every Day Hurts - Sad Cafe Miss You Nights - Cliff Richard Everything I do - Bryan Adams Love is All Around - Troggs Take my Breath Away - Berlin Have I told you lately - Van Morrison Autumn Leaves - Eva Cassidy Songbird - Eva Cassidy In Memory of Elizabeth Reed - Allman Brothers I guess that's why they call it the blues - Sir Elton gc

David, either I'm going nuts or you have just changed the picture. I don't remember that the other one was a gibson. :)--> gc

dmiller, is that your guitar posted under your name? gc

Sudo, Is that Amy Grant? :)--> gc

I love Christmas, its always a lot of fun. The only thing I don't like is the last minute rush, I am a last minute annie (as my father always called me). Last year was the easiest I've ever had along those lines. I went out of town during Christmas season. I waited until after Christmas to do my shopping while I was gone, no rush, no crowds and I got everything at a decent price! The only thing I missed by being out of town was coffee with my son Christmas morning. He always drops by on his way out of town to see me, so instead I just called him that morning and had a natter :)--> gc

Sudo, I don't know who the singer is, but she is wonderful. I listened to the piece three times, and you have the better version? :)--> Is it an album or is this a single track? I'm interested. gc

Thanks Belle! :)--> gc

Raf, WHENEVER I see something deleted I wonder, what was there... :D-->

dmiller, Allan and CoolWaters, thanks for the links going to check them out. Allan, is Hillsong the name of your church or your group or both? How about groups or singers that ya'll like that aren't just pop christian? smurfette, thanks for the suggestions. I've heard of both of those groups before, so I'll check them out. gc

I have my box of supplies ready! Didn't have to use them for the last storms. Would be nice if I didn't have to use them this year at all! gc

When I first left twi a few of us started a home fellowship because we were just hanging in limbo it seemed. It started off much like a twig in teaching and ideas, but evolved. After a few years we went our seperate ways, some joining churches others went to more structured twi splinter groups. It was a wonderful time of love, fellowship and growth. For me it was needed. gc

Anyone have any suggestions for good christian music? I rarely listen to christian radio because most of the music I don't like. I like most genres, 'cept rap. Four of my most listened to christian cds right now are Eden Bridge (Celtic), Danny Daniels (Blues), Van Morrison (rock) and Eva Cassidy (old gospel). I also have an old Sandy Patti that I enjoy. Any suggestions? gc

rascal, I thought I was the only person who wrote letters! :)--> They helped sidestep arguments, but I never did get much in results or resolving of anything! There were times I bared my soul in those letters trying to put much love and understanding into them :shrug: I'm glad it works for you, I always thought it was a good idea! :)--> gc