What is in your cup?

[CRussel]

Last night was the start of our 10th Annual Pender Harbour Chamber Music Festival. I was hanging banners and putting up tents, setting out chairs and then tables for the reception after. But also just enjoying the wonderful music. I continue to be amazed that we are able to have such an amazing Festival in this tiny community. This is the first year I've been involved on the committee, and what a lot of work goes on behind the scenes. Sort of like old joke about swans.

Finishing up my fresh squeezed orange juice while I wait for my Peet's English Breakfast Blend to brew.

[cromag]

Originally Posted by cromag

A tall Diet Coke (that was apparently intended for someone named "Peter.")

http://www.coca-cola.co.uk/share-a-c...re-a-coke.html

Originally Posted by orlok

THAT'S where it went! Was looking for it everywhere .

...

Sorry. The other one I had was marked for "Bros" and I figured it was up for grabs.


Right now, first tea on a less busy day.

[jersysman]

Just some ice and water. YUM!

[kindlekitten]

Originally Posted by orlok

THAT'S where it went! Was looking for it everywhere .

Coconut water in my glass instead. Have recently got into this after seeing it in cartons at our local Tesco. Wonderful chilled on a hot day.

Ok, so what is the deal with coconut water? I'm normally all over food crazes etc but seem to have completely missed the boat with this one

[Stitchawl]

Oh, look outside the window
There's a woman being grabbed
They've dragged her to the bushes
And now she's being stabbed

Maybe we should call the cops
And try to stop the pain
But Monopoly is so much fun
I'd hate to blow the game

And I'm sure
It wouldn't interest anybody
Outside of a small circle of friends

( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ta_iKeH4tsg )

Good morning, everybody. As an old Vermonter, today is especially important to me, as it's a holiday there. 'Bennington Battle Day,' the day the local militia in the Vermont, called the 'Green Mountain Boys,' defeated the British army led by General Burgoyne and led to the decisive victory at the upcoming battle at Saratoga, which led to the French getting involved on the Colonial side, which led to the eventual defeat of the British forces, which led to the establishment of the United States! (which lives in the house that Jack built?) For those of you who know it, that's where 'Saratoga Spring Water' comes from. Who knows? Had it not been for the victory at Bennington, 'Saratoga Spring Water' could have been a British product!

I have a British product in my cup, as usual. "Royal Breakfast" tea, supplied to me by the old, established British firm of 'East India Company. Delicious as usual! I suppose I'll have to admit that a lot good does come out of the UK... Cadbury's Chocolate, James Bond, Monty Python, Jane Seymour, Triumph motorcycles, Jane Seymour, Savile Row styles, the Beatles, Jane Seymour, ... I think it's time for another cup of tea.

Stitchawl

[orlok]

Originally Posted by kindlekitten

Ok, so what is the deal with coconut water? I'm normally all over food crazes etc but seem to have completely missed the boat with this one

Nothing special that I know of. I just like coconut milk, so I figured coconut water was worth a try. And it's good.

Having just done a little research via the big G, I found this:

"Low in calories, naturally fat- and cholesterol free, more potassium than four bananas, and super hydrating - these are just a few of the many benefits ascribed to America’s latest health craze: coconut water."

And a caveat:

"Coconut water has less sugar than many sports drinks and much less sugar than sodas and some fruit juices. Plain coconut water could be a better choice for adults and kids looking for a beverage that is less sweet. But don’t overdo it, says Lillian Cheung, DSc, RD, of Harvard School of Public Health. “One 11-ounce container has 60 calories and if you drink several in one day, the calories can add up quickly."

[Stitchawl]

Originally Posted by orlok

"Low in calories, naturally fat- and cholesterol free, more potassium than four bananas, and super hydrating - these are just a few of the many benefits ascribed to America’s latest health craze: coconut water."

There is a coconut vendor just down the street from out fencing salle, and even though it's not refrigerated, drinking it out of the coconut, then scraping the almost jelly-like young coconut flesh with a spoon and eating it, is incredibly refreshing after a couple of hours of play. I think it tastes better than most sports drinks, and half the price!


Stitchawl

[CRussel]

Lion Mountain Keemun.

[cromag]

A late third mug of tea after a long haul on the highway.

[Stitchawl]

Sunday morning, praise the dawning
It's just a restless feeling by my side
Early dawning, Sunday morning
It's just the wasted years so close behind
Watch out, the world's behind you
There's always someone around you who will call It's nothing at all
Sunday morning and I'm falling
I've got a feeling I don't want to know
Early dawning, Sunday morning

( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KDau6Z103U )

Good morning, everyone. Happy Sunday! For some, a day to get their praise and worship on. For others, lazy in bed with the New York Times crossword puzzle. For us, after a mug of East India Company's "Assam" tea, a plate of fried tofu and moo yaw, it's off to see the Wizard! We'll follow the Yellow Brick Road (actually, a dirt path) to the ruins of an ancient temple in the jungle, for a picnic with friends, and some guitar music around the campfire. Actually, a couple of campfires so the smoke will keep away the mosquitoes. It's Dengue Fever time, and none of us want to deal with it. I've had it twice now, and it is NOT fun! I live covered with Deet these days. It's said most don't survive a third bout with Dengue...


Stitchawl

[VydorScope]

....or for parents its a day to sit home with a child with pink eye, an ear infection, bad cough, high fever, and a tendency towards super hyperactivity.

Ah well at least my wife gets to go to church....

[CRussel]

Fresh squeezed orange juice (still squeezing mostly California Valencia oranges) while I brew a mug of Peet's Major Dickason's Blend coffee.

[poohbear_nc]

After a hot, humid day ... putting together an Ardbeg slushie ....

[Your Music Festival sounds grand! I am envious!]

[CRussel]

A Persephone Red Ale. A new brewer has started up on the Coast, and they're making some really good ales. This one is a strong, hoppy, and very full-bodied ale. I liked it, but my wife rejected it after a single taste.

[Stitchawl]

Afternoon cup of Lapsang Soushong


Stitchawl