Happy New Year!

I wish you all a happy 2014!

Big sis

Judy's sister Lesley.

Meat loaf

The orange spots you see in the meat is the veggie puree. I roasted the veg and added tomato sauce. I then blend it in a blender until smooth. Cool it down and add bread crumbs. Mix with the beef, lamb and pork mince. Let rest and then add a beaten egg and spice. Pan up and cover. Cook until done and top with tomato sauce and back into oven for glazing.

Slave labor

Gotta have a backup crew.

Money shot II

Yes I did enjoy making this!

Meat loafetts

The other meals request was for meat loaf. Here I am making pattys with the leftover meat and veggies.

Close up

Well I had to give you the money shot!

Pork loin

This is what mum requested for meals ready to eat. We cook a lot of stuff and portion it. Then we freeze it and the care staff can thaw and serve.

Birds eye view

Here's the view from second level.

The pub.

We chose this one because it was half way for each side of the family.

The whole lot

What a beautiful pub.

Menu board

Sounds lovely.

Wife and peeps

Here is the other side of the table.

Peeps

Having lunch with the wife's family.

The Crew part 2

Tying again to post.

Sign redo

I think I have a blip. ..

Chippy sign

Kinda says it all......

Chicken

Yes boys and girls it's southern fried.

The corner of Crown Way.

I think I am in love.

The door to ecstasy.

The best food you can get from a fish bar. I have to have it when I arrive and before I leave.

The crew

Crown way fish bar awesome crew.

Trio of heavenly delight

The most flavorful and tender meat I have ever had.

The best chippy around!

FISH!

I love the Cod here!

Fish cake

Looks a lot like a scallop..... err potato cake.

Scallops

We know them as potato cakes.

Tea time

Here we are after collecting for +save the children in the Royal Pryors. What a beautiful day for me. Sharing tea with dear friends and recounting the generosity of the shoppers.

The wee kitchen

I'm not sure how we do it in such a small space.

Catty wampus

Cross shot of the kitchen.

Other direction

Two people working in this space can be treacherous.

Heading to the parade.

What will you be doing 120 days before your 100th birthday?

Double decker bus

Boxing day on the parade. ... most of the shops are closed. Everything will be on sale tomorrow!

Pink crown

Adrian found the pink one!

The bee hive

Here from this place she rules her lot.

Queen Christmas

Mum got the purple crown!

Red crown

What type of cough syrup dose Drackula use? Coffins syrup!

Orange crown

What fun

Christmas tree

The tree has been liberated of it's gifts.

Dinner plate

Yes it was good!

Christmas table

What a wonderful day.

Xmas dinner

Local pork, portobello mushrooms and onions, roasted British potatoes with homemade cranberry sauce.

Mum on Xmas day

Almost time to open presents!

Indian food

I just had the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful Indian meal with the family.

NC deer rifle

You should be on the lookout for deer all year long. This time of year is the most likely to hit a deer. The sun goes down early and hunting season is open. Cleaning the windshield inside and outside as well as the head lights will give you an advantage. Never blow your horn at a deer if you are traveling above 15 miles per hour. That will spook the 5 other deer you don't see.

Winter weather and auto glass

You need to know how to clean the ice off the auto glass safely. Here is what happens when you get in a hurry. The defrost strip works if you let it. Don't use cold water and the strips unless you want this.

Compadres Mexican restaurant

Chatham country Chamber of Commerce business after hours.

Business after hours

+Compadres Mexican restaurant

Oh what a

Beautiful morning... ?! Seriously?!

Christmas gathering

What a wonderful night.

Silk Hope

Christmas party at the community building.

Could it be?

Is this Santa?

Silk Hope Ruritan