May 25, 2020

Memorial Day takes on extra meaning this year. We lost those who serve, even when they were not in the armed services. This does not dilute the memories of the Vets, it adds to the meaning of service for those on the front lines.



Terrific book, starts with the history of medical practice in America and the emergence of science based innovations.



Finished this one, ripping good yarn. also finished Camus'The Plague.



Watched The Stranger, what an ending!



Watched Bright on Netflix. I want two hours of my life back. I did like the Feds Magic squad.



Stella Artois Midnight Lager, on sale and a $4 rebate. Haven't had a beer in months.

May 29, 2017

Memorial Day.



The Dirty Dozen on TCM today at 5;15 pm. John Cassavetes  is still my favorite. Saw him last night in an old Columbo: Étude in Black (1972.)

May 30, 2016

Remember all who made the ultimate sacrifice. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs:

Many people confuse Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Memorial Day is a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. While those who died are also remembered, Veterans Day is the day set aside to thank and honor ALL those who served honorably in the military — in wartime or peacetime. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served — not only those who died — have sacrificed and done their duty.



Honu !



Hawaii shots.

May 26, 2014

Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.



Finally, New Jersey Strawberries. $5.75 a pint but the taste is worth it. Also, picked up some flounder, will make a Shrimp/Flounder thing with white corn meal and Old Bay Seasoning.



Finishing up on The Dirty Dozen. John Cassavetes is very good as Franko.

May 22, 2014

Memorial Day coming up, expect it to be in the eighties. Time for BBQ and Coronas.

May 27, 2013

Decoration Day from the Civil War was the Genesis of Memorial Day.



Yesterday, the Forest Hills Greenmarket had Fish from the Pura Vida Boat. Picked up some Mako Shark and Swordfish. Grilled it with Olive Oil and Oregano and Pepper.



"Radiches" !



Picked up this Biography of Cardinal Richelieu. However, I can't get the Monty Python sketch out of my mind:

Counsel: Er, you are Cardinal Armand du Piessis de Richelieu, First Minister of Louis XIII?

Cardinal: Oui.

Counsel: Cardinal, would it be fair to say that you not only built up the centralized monarchy in France but also perpetuated the religious schism in Europe?

Cardinal: (modestly) That's what they say.

Counsel: Did you persecute the Huguenots?

Cardinal: Oui.

Counsel: And did you take even sterner measures against the great Catholic nobles who made common cause with foreign foes in defence of their feudal independence?

Cardinal: I sure did that thing.



I had 20% off Barnes and Noble coupons and this one was too good to pass up. Great thing about re-issues is Bonus tracks.



All over town are the new Bicycle racks. This one in front of Barnes and Noble.



P.E. and D.D. Seafood for fresh tuna. Grilled with Olive Oil, Pepper and Oregano. Greek Style, so I got a little Feta Cheese.

May 28, 2012

Calverton where my Veteran of WW II father is buried along with my mother. Thanks to all who served.

Memorial Day Red White and Blue Strawberry Short Cake with fresh New Jersey Stawberries.

May 30, 2011

Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on 5 May 1868 by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, in his General Order No. 11, and was first observed on 30 May 1868, when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. The first state to officially recognize the holiday was New York in 1873.



Lots of food left over, no cooking today. Got one of them Margarita buckets, some Jose Cuervo, 24 hours in the freezer = Frozen Margaritas.

May 29, 2010 - Memorial Day Weekend

Remember those who served.



Market wasn't too crowded at 9:00 a.m. Didn't take any crowd shots. Here's some Swiss Chard.



Sugar Snap Peas:
* 4 oz Sugar snap peas
* 2 Garlic cloves; crushed,
* 1 tb Lime juice
* 1/2 ts Brown sugar
* Or honey
* Water
* Zap for 1 or 2 minutes per taste. I go for one minute.



I was hoping Raspberries would be available, maybe next week. Flowers all over.



Went to Whole Foods Bowery and they had Cask Ale. Maybe next time.



I opted for lighter, Summery beers instead : Sierra Nevada Summerfest.



And, Tröegs Sunshine Pils.



Indoor Grilling for the weekend. Burgers, Dogs, Chicken, Hot Sausage and Peppers, Shrimp on Skewers - to be served Fajita Style, Chili, Salad, and Sugar Snap Peas. Desert will be a Memorial Day Red/White/Blue Shortcake with Strawberries ,Fresh Cream and Blueberries.



The Diary of a Crossword Fiend in comments about the LA Times puzzle references a New Yorker article about Edgar Allan Poe. It is available On-Line. Interesting reading. Learned a new phrase : jiggery pokery.



Great NY Times article on the Rims I learned on. No wonder my game was driving , not shooting