Tarragon Tuesday

[Kittykatt]

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Do them
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[Kittykatt]

French Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is from the family Asteraceae. It is a Herbaceous Perennial with aromatic, long narrow smooth, green leaves that have an anise flavour. Its flavour promotes appetite and complements so many dishes; such as chicken, veal, fish, stuffed tomatoes and, of course, it is the main ingredient in sauce bearnaise and the traditional ingredient of Fines Herbes.

The name, Dracunulus, means ‘little dragon’, which could be the result of the shape of its roots or, most likely,.its fiery flavour. In ancient times the mixed juices of Tarragon and Fennel made a favourite drink for the Kings of India. There is also a story that Henry VIII divorced Catherine of Aragon for her reckless use of Tarragon!

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[Kittykatt]

Good morning everyone and happy Tuesday!

L.Ann, you're right, it's so good to be back here -I miss all my friends when I can't get on jere!

Helia, did you get to see Baby I during your call? To clean tile grouting I just use bleach spray - I spray it on, leave it to do its job and then just shower it off. I have tried gel,.but I find it less economical and fiddly to use. For stubborn spots on sealant, I spray them.well, and then press on some toilet paper to really keep the spray in place and allow it to really soak in

Gma, that was a very good buy with the shoes.

Laura,. I'm glad.Gma.was able.to help with the crochet. Bears sound scary!

Dogged, I'm glad you arrived safely I hope you have a wonderful time with your DBro.

Today we have a grey start. I would like it to stay dry so I can finish the windows. I also really need to tackle some of my "extra" list (maybe when DH has gone to choral?)

[Kittykatt]

SHEM:

"Life does not have to be perfect to be wonderful" Annette Funicello

[Kittykatt]

To do:

Appointments:
Tuesday:
DH WFH
At home for me
Wednesday:
DH to office
At home for me
Thursday:
DH WFH
10.30 am church
Any errands to run?
Can I hoover the car?
2 pm podiatrist me
5.10 pm nurse appointment
6-7 pm Waitrose delivery
Friday:
DH WFH
At home for me
Saturday:
Text DF E re coffee tomorrow
Sunday:
Church 9.30 am
Visit DF E for coffee
Laxapet Jude and Matilda
Set up new Waitrose delivery

Future dates to note:
4/6 weight check -Jude
26/5 K9 Solensia -Fred
28/5 gas engineer to service boiler, cooker and fire

21/5 (this may get pushed back if the rain doesn't stop, but J will contact me the week before) - painter J to paint outside of house and clean fascias./downpipes etc

9/5 Replacement.of glass on patio door by MJ

Outstanding deliveries:

Extras:
Wrap those latest items for sale on eBay, so there isn't a huge rush when they sell: #1,#2,#3, #4, #5
Think about ordering window vac for us
Email reply to SR WIP
Can I do 15 minutes of decluttering each day?
Digital decluttering- Google Photos for 2024 and 2025
Pick up my footprints
Book eye test for me
Sort prints and put in albums (this will probably be an activity to do on wet days!) WIP I am now finished with 2025 for the cats, and.stsrt3d.on the garden
Think about setting up Guardianship for F,J and M - looked on Cats' Protection, I need their microchip numbers, approximate DOB, colour and markings and useful information about them. Bookmark link with local recommended solicitors (also ask DF CW?)

To do:
Early morning:
Cuddles and treats on the bed with Matilda,
Jude and Freddie
Cup of tea
QT
Make bed
Shower / wash hair/ moisturiser and sunblock/ clean and floss teeth
DH launched for his walk
Physio exercises and back exercises WIP
Proprioceptors exercises X1 x2 x3
S/S bathroom
Get dressed
Breakfast and meds / supplements - me
DRINK WATER #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8
Check bank account
Go for my walk

Garden:
15 minutes in tiny front garden
15 minutes in back garden

Cats:
Cats’ breakfast and meds / supplements
Fresh water for cats
Scoop cat trays
Walk Freddie
Lap time with Jude, Freddie and Matilda
Play with Jude, Freddie and Matilda
Head rubs with Jude, Freddie & Matilda
Cats' supper

House:
Rubbish down to wheelie bins
Kitchen clean up
Unload DW
Load DW
Run DW when full
Unload DW
PUPA downstairs
Quick dust sitting room
Quick hoover downstairs
PUPA upstairs
Quick dust bedrooms
Quick hoover upstairs
Lunch
Supper
Lay out clothes for tomorrow
Journal three things I am thankful for today
Hand cream

Extra house tasks:

Monday:
Clean bathroom
Clean spare room
Clean bedroom
Clean upstairs windows
Wash throw and cat blankets
Wash bedroom and spare room rugs

Tuesday:
Clean hall
Clean sitting room
Clean stairs
Empty hoover before starting work
Wheelie bins back when dustmen have been
Filing paperwork for 15 minutes

Wednesday:
Clean kitchen

Garden extras:
Water pots
Feed pots weekly

Financial:
More work on budget WIP- look at discretionary payments this week 30 minute sessions #1

[Harriet]

Have a great day, everyone!
I'm off to my second cataract surgery this morning.
The difference this time is HRH driving in the dark to this faraway place he's only driven once before. So, we're leaving a little earlier even, to give some cushion of time.
I waited the dishes, though there was no food for me since supper, to make sure all got "in" and set the dishwasher just now, so when we return, he'll have all clean dishes.
I'm already hungry.

[Kittykatt]

Wishing you safe travels, Harriet, and a successful day.

[kitkat]

Good morning Kittykatt! Thanks for the start:)
Tarragon is not something I use often... I don't even think we have any.
All the best for the cataract surgery, Harriet and for the drive.

I must CUOP - I was unaware that Dogged has arrived...
Did a lot of walking last night, did not make it back here.

Today...
I need to pick up the running bibs for the family .(a long drive) I will either do that today or on Thursday.
Woke up with a headache and a sore body... See if things settle after coffee.
Decisions, decisions...

[kitkat]

I CUOP-ed:
Lauralind - it's got to be scary with bears around... Casper is taking care of you:)
We have some coyotes but I have not seen one in a couple of months.

Dogged - happy you arrived safely. I was thinking of you this morning. How long is the drive?

Gma another productive day for you. Is your tooth all better?

helia - it was special. My little 5 year old holding my hands showing me all the purple and yellow flowers ( violets and trout lilies). She loves that trail and knows it well. (Has a good sense of direction unlike me )
Looks like another busy week for you...

[helia]

Aw, that is very sweet, kitkat. Who in your family is running and how long is the run? Safe travels - and I hope your headache and body aches do settle.
I have not tried bleach spray, Kitty. Not sure we have any - will have to check. I think sealant on the shower grout has worn off? Did you get outside today?
Saying a prayer for your surgery, Harriet. I hope all goes well.

We did get to see baby I on the call last night! F wasn't really on the call; it was just ds. Baby I was very good. She loved it when their orange cat came to visit! We seemed to get a couple big smiles.

Today, my weekly get together with friends is happening at 8:30 am - 50 minutes from now. Ack! I need to type up notes from the teacher meeting yesterday before I go. Other things I'd like to accomplish today: a jog, grocery shopping, laundry, calling the rental place. Payroll - the meeting notes (already mentioned), the practice test AK, create the google doc for S4 exam prep, finish making my midterm test. THIS should be enough to keep me out of trouble today. I'm hoping to make Tuscan shrimp tonight, over rice. Veggie - TBD.

Next:
- payroll: type up notes
- back exercises
- s2s and self care

Later:
- otd ~ 8:20
- KS2J get together!
- reclaim kitchen
- make the bed
- refill bird feeder - these birds are very hungry
- Kroger order?
- WF list and trip
- lunch at some point
- after lunch clean up
- 1 lol w d f pa
- JOG
- payroll: set up S4 page for exam prep
- payroll: create AK for practice test
- payroll: clean up draft of midterm test
- dinner: shrimp Tuscanny, rice, veggie - TBD
- after dinner clean up
- garbage and recycling
- duolingo
- update health apps
- finish fun book?

TaDas!
- up; weighed self
- email deletions + weather website
- coffee

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
Tue 8:30 a.m. KS2J get together
Wed 1:40 - 3:30 payroll: teach AI AS D7 (midterm test)
Thu 8 - WW mtg/ 11-12 payroll: CA ci mtg. with AC/ 4-5 work out with AS/ 6-7:30 Vol. ESL class
Fri 1:40 - 3:30 payroll: teach AI AS D8
Sat 8 - 5K run?
Sun 10 - church/ 6- host Sunday dinner

Menus:
M - chicken chili (fr. freezer), rice, mixed veggies
T - Tuscan shrimp, rice, veggie - TBD (salad?)
W - kima, rice, veggie
Th - eat early OR on our own - leftovers
F - dinner date with dh OR dinner date with AC
Sa - dinner date with dh OR leftovers/ tamales
Sun - we host up to 5 people? bread, rotisserie chicken, pizza

APRIL Brain Dumps
This Week - House
- remake guest bed
- can I spend some time decluttering in MBR?

This Week - Deskwork
- Writing progress - wip
- order wedding gift: V + J
- write BD card to DS
- reserve table linens and chafing dishes from rental co.

This Week - Errands
- buy pillows?
- Kroger
- WF

General Brain Dump
- progress decluttering clothes - wip
- new phone eventually