My tortilla press arrived last night. I was so excited to try it!
This morning I made a dozen corn tortillas. My granddaughter helped. I gave her a small ball of masa to knead. She was fascinated. Looked at it in her little hand and squealed, "Ball!"
All was well until she tried to eat a big lump. I had to fish it out of mouth so she didn't choke.
They turned out quite lovely! I then sauteed some mushrooms, garlic and green onions in butter. I added some Braggs Liquid Aminos, which adds a lot of flavor without gluten.
I put them on top of my corn tortillas with a bit of guacamole and cheese. I expected my granddaughter to pick off the mushrooms and just eat the tortilla and cheese. But she gobbled up the mushrooms!
I was quite pleased.
I did wake up a bit late this morning. I was having severe allergy problems yesterday. So severe were they, that I was considering a hospital visit. At moments during my day, I could actually feel my sinuses swell up. I could not breathe at all through my nose, and a couple of times, my throat felt like it was closing.
I did my Qi Gong breathing and rinsed my nose with saline. It helped a bit. Then I had some spicy soup. Which helped more. When I got home, I made some ginger tea. Then I gave in and took some TheraFlu. I slept soundly, but couldn't use my C-Pap machine, because at bedtime, I was still unable to breathe through my nose.
I feel better today. But since I didn't wake up early enough, I had to share my hooping time with my granddaughter. And Honey Dog. It turned out to be quite a fun session.
On my way downtown this morning, I had time to stop at the Vancouver Starbucks before the Express bus arrived. Lucky for me, I had earned a free drink on my app! I almost ordered my usual: Match Green Tea Latte with soy, when an invisible light bulb turned on over my head.
Maybe I am allergic to soy! Yesterday I had soy in my latte, and tofu in my curry for lunch. I am a bit sad. I love soy!
But it was worth looking into. I ordered a "Iced Cinnamon Cloud Macchiato". With whole milk. Yes, milk produces mucous, but I am not doing myself any favors if I am allergic to soy!
So far, so good. I am breathing in and out of my nose. I will observe my sinuses today and report back tomorrow.
I got a call from my mom just now. She is really excited about a new restaurant that has just opened in Vancouver. It is called "The Diner".
https://pdx.eater.com/2019/2/20/18232465/the-diner-vancouver-meals-on-wheels-open
It benefits Meals on Wheels recipients. My parents are eligible. It is run like a normal restaurant, diner style. But Meals on Wheels recipients get a significant discount. We are going to check it out soon. I will report back on that also! My mother and I have been meeting for breakfast once a week for many years. It is something we both look forward to. But it does get expensive! Will be nice to save a bit of money and still get a nice meal and conversation.
I am still gung ho about Qi Gong. I have one book and DVD from the Fort Vancouver Library. I am also downloading a book on my Kindle. Someday I may even take a class. It is really helping!
And if my nose continues to cooperate, I can use my C-PAP again tonight. I do sleep better at night with the C-PAP, (and the functional nose).
On that note, I must be off to teach piano students.
It is an other glorious, sunny day. I hope you are enjoying it. I am!
Talk to you tomorrow!
Love,
Zita
This morning I made a dozen corn tortillas. My granddaughter helped. I gave her a small ball of masa to knead. She was fascinated. Looked at it in her little hand and squealed, "Ball!"
All was well until she tried to eat a big lump. I had to fish it out of mouth so she didn't choke.
They turned out quite lovely! I then sauteed some mushrooms, garlic and green onions in butter. I added some Braggs Liquid Aminos, which adds a lot of flavor without gluten.
I put them on top of my corn tortillas with a bit of guacamole and cheese. I expected my granddaughter to pick off the mushrooms and just eat the tortilla and cheese. But she gobbled up the mushrooms!
I was quite pleased.
I did wake up a bit late this morning. I was having severe allergy problems yesterday. So severe were they, that I was considering a hospital visit. At moments during my day, I could actually feel my sinuses swell up. I could not breathe at all through my nose, and a couple of times, my throat felt like it was closing.
I did my Qi Gong breathing and rinsed my nose with saline. It helped a bit. Then I had some spicy soup. Which helped more. When I got home, I made some ginger tea. Then I gave in and took some TheraFlu. I slept soundly, but couldn't use my C-Pap machine, because at bedtime, I was still unable to breathe through my nose.
I feel better today. But since I didn't wake up early enough, I had to share my hooping time with my granddaughter. And Honey Dog. It turned out to be quite a fun session.
On my way downtown this morning, I had time to stop at the Vancouver Starbucks before the Express bus arrived. Lucky for me, I had earned a free drink on my app! I almost ordered my usual: Match Green Tea Latte with soy, when an invisible light bulb turned on over my head.
Maybe I am allergic to soy! Yesterday I had soy in my latte, and tofu in my curry for lunch. I am a bit sad. I love soy!
But it was worth looking into. I ordered a "Iced Cinnamon Cloud Macchiato". With whole milk. Yes, milk produces mucous, but I am not doing myself any favors if I am allergic to soy!
So far, so good. I am breathing in and out of my nose. I will observe my sinuses today and report back tomorrow.
I got a call from my mom just now. She is really excited about a new restaurant that has just opened in Vancouver. It is called "The Diner".
https://pdx.eater.com/2019/2/20/18232465/the-diner-vancouver-meals-on-wheels-open
It benefits Meals on Wheels recipients. My parents are eligible. It is run like a normal restaurant, diner style. But Meals on Wheels recipients get a significant discount. We are going to check it out soon. I will report back on that also! My mother and I have been meeting for breakfast once a week for many years. It is something we both look forward to. But it does get expensive! Will be nice to save a bit of money and still get a nice meal and conversation.
I am still gung ho about Qi Gong. I have one book and DVD from the Fort Vancouver Library. I am also downloading a book on my Kindle. Someday I may even take a class. It is really helping!
And if my nose continues to cooperate, I can use my C-PAP again tonight. I do sleep better at night with the C-PAP, (and the functional nose).
On that note, I must be off to teach piano students.
It is an other glorious, sunny day. I hope you are enjoying it. I am!
Talk to you tomorrow!
Love,
Zita
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