Walked to Guild meeting. Sunny day! Now I’m all sweaty.
Darling Harbour at night is so gorgeous.
Fireworks!
Sunday morning 1:1 R/W with Rodd & Fiona. Great way to start the day.
Month: April 2011
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@witty_knitter Probably the same little shits that killed the swan.
@witty_knitter Well, not really. But the same in the sense that all those anti-social misfits are the same.
@Bells_G The SMH prompted me to install AdBlock Plus and Flashblock. Best thing I ever did.
@Bells_G Most places don’t require admin access for browser add-ons. I was able to do it even tho we’re locked down.
On the plus side, @lemon_lime is helping me out with a photo project. On the minus side, my lunch is getting cold. http://t.co/ZjB5n7V
Beware the workplace psychopath: http://bit.ly/fTaS2H. That’s all I’m gonna say about that.
@Kat13v Yay! We’re going that that. 🙂
@imdominating @carbolicious I have no idea what you’re on about. It sounds awesome though…
@ptinutz Great job! Trust the plan; it’ll get you there. And remember to rest on your rest days! 🙂
You’re all being social butterflies out on the town. Me, I was struggling not to head to bed at 7:30. I made it to 8:30. #sotired
RT @virtualpete: oh @ashermoses just blatantly sexist. http://bit.ly/gdQMKZ via @smh_news // Totally agree. My husband is not an idiot.
@bowenvale321 It was more the generalization that all men are incompetent at shopping that annoyed me. Gender role fail!
@randomknits No worries! See you in a few weeks… 🙂
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Hearty Pumpkin Chili
Using pumpkin instead of kidney beans gives it a smoother texture and lowers the carb count. If you use kangaroo instead of beef mince, you also reduce the fat! The perfect warming dish on a cold autumn night.
500g mince (beef or kangaroo)
1 large onion, chopped
1 capsicum, chopped
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can diced tomatoes (or use fresh!)
1 cup diced pumpkin
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp dried basil, crushed
salt
pepperIn a large saucepan, cook the mince, onion, capsicum, and garlic til the meat is brown and the onion is tender. (If you need to, drain any excess fat or water at this point.)
SLOW COOKER: Put the meat mixture along with the tomatoes, pumpkin, chili powder, cumin, and basil into your slow cooker. Give it a stir, then put it on low for 8-10 hours (or high for 4-5 hours). Salt and pepper to taste.
STOVE TOP: Add the other ingredients to your meat mixture and bring to boiling. Reduce heat and cover. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the pumpkin is the texture you like. Salt and pepper to taste.
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RunningBlog: Week 14
Woohoo! Probably my longest running week EVER. I had my excellent 20-miler on Sunday, then two easy 5K runs through the week to recover. I also managed a session at Spudds on Wednesday. My right hamstring/butt/hip is still a bit tight, but I’m being vigilant about gentle stretching and taking walk breaks on these runs. I’m also thrilled to report that I have OFFICIALLY SIGNED UP for the Macleay River Marathon 2011 on June 12th. Only 66 days to go!
Apr. 3: 33.08km
Apr. 5: 5.10km
Apr. 8: 5.51km
Total this week: 43.69km
Total in 2011: 344.2km (215.1mi)To meet my goal of running 1100km in 2011, I should be at 296km. Wow. I’m up to nearly 50km of cushion. I don’t necessarily want to revise the goal upwards yet though, as I’m sure my mileage will drop off after the marathon. I’m definitely thinking Bay Run, City 2 Surf, and Sydney Running Festival as my winter/spring goals, so that will keep me training. But I know from last year that a cushion can disappear pretty quickly, especially if you get sick… *KNOCK ON WOOD*
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Photo Post
My pumpkin chili!
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Shared today on Twitter
@Bells_G I am commenting right now. Another one who doesn’t understand why women have to be the one to change. I never considered it.
@Bells_G I like the lady who says she’ll be happy for daughters to marry and change their names… but no mention of sons. EXACTLY MY POINT.
For the record, Snook and I debated on changing both our names to something new, but SNOWARD didn’t sound very good.
@AusVintageGrrl I hope I’m not contributing to feeling bad. Didn’t mean to attack you. There are legit reasons for it. Just not all, for me.
@Bells_G @AusVintageGrrl Marriages are fine. It’s most WEDDINGS that I think are a giant, patriarchal crock. But that’s for another day. 🙂
@witty_knitter Haha, Westward is brilliant! I’m going to start calling you the Madames Westward now. 😛
@witty_knitter I don’t speak your funny frog talk! I’m a MERKIN; it’s in the Constitution!
@richbuggy Heh. I actually like that one! It looks kinda futuristic. 🙂
I bought another box of Licorette. I’m actually enjoying its medicinal quality. What’s the next step on the road to Licorice Appreciation?
@squozen But what type is best? I don’t wanna eat crap licorice.
@carbolicious Hey stranger! Not a licorice fan? Me neither, but this stuff is strangely addictive. Plus it totally KILLS hunger cravings.
Massive triple batch of Hearty Pumpkin Chili in the slow cooker at home. I can’t wait to lift that lid tonight…
@Bells_G I will be posting recipe to Facebook soon. I need y’all to “like” it so I can win some free veggies from Food Connect. 🙂
@drkknits You LIKE it because you LOVE me. That’s how these popularity contests work. 😛
Trying to convince the Snook to go on a CHEESEMAKING COURSE with me: http://bit.ly/ghY9Gq. CHEESE!
RT @VenessaHunt: Another HUGE day – @mobileembrace Signs Exclusive Advertising and Production Agreement with Multi Channel Network (MCN) …
@Bournetoknit But you’re in France! You don’t need to make cheese; you have AWESOME CHEESE all around you! #jealous
I bought a new coat at the Gap. Please tell me it looks okay! It was on sale. 🙂 http://t.co/JgN8C80
@witty_knitter Fat Duck! Fat Duck! (Well, it doesn’t hurt to try.)
Glad you all like the coat! Wanted to canvass opinion in the store, but Westfield CBD has the *worst* phone reception.
This is the trench I got: http://gap.us/gyCvh8. Of course, this being Australia and all, I paid twice the US cost. 🙁
The Hearty Pumpkin Chili was good. I ate way too much. Ucccchhhhhhh….
@thezedmiester Yep, still there. It’s good – I cannibalized your desk to make a big ol’ L-shaped office space for myself. 🙂
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Massive triple batch of Hearty Pumpkin Chili in the slow cooker at home. I can’t wait to lift that lid tonight…
Easy 3:1 R/W before work. Thighs still sore from squats on Wed.
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Eggs in the pressure cooker?
Whoa! You can cook perfect, easy-peel soft- and hard-boiled eggs in the pressure cooker. I’ll have to try that.
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Shared today on Twitter
Every time a Bieber song comes up on my iPod, I find myself unexpectedly enjoying it. I can also hear @kunaal84 psychically screaming.
@HennyArmanda Wow, no. And you really shouldn’t spam people on Twitter.l
I don’t understand. Grated carrot in my salad = WIN. Sliced carrot in my salad: FOUL WOOD CHIPS OF SATAN.
I’ve persisted with the foul Licorette, mostly out of a perverse urge to live up to @squozen’s expectations of Real Aussies. It’s improving.
@squozen They come in an evil-looking little box: http://bit.ly/ejGtOY
@healthmonth Hi Buster! I’ve blogged #healthmonth a couple times now: http://bit.ly/gIVEjz http://bit.ly/geUkQ7 I’m a huge fan. 🙂
@healthmonth Awww, thanks! Sure, I’m paid up for April but I’ll definitely play again in May. I’m “webgoddess” there.
Epic, super-productive day. I like working on things for @VenessaHunt because she is always so appreciative and nice!