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[guiltyasdave]

Hello Jana!

Spud here, just stopping by to spread a little bit of positivity in your inbox 🐸🩷

I think I've seen your blog around a few times but never actually visited it until today and what a mistake because ahhhh a fellow Dave York Enjoyer!

GIRL SAME! Love that suburban murder daddy.

If villain why so babygirl 🥺

He's precious. I rewatched The Equalizer 2 with my friend at the weekend and then had a heated debate with him about how Dave York did nothing wrong actually and even if he did no he didn't (and he looked good while doing it!)

Anyway love your header and icon too, Pedro is truly the centre of the universe so true.

Thanks for interacting with me and I hope this will not be the last time we speak! Hope you enjoy the rest of your day, sending you a hug! 🤗🩷

hi spud, it’s so nice to meet you 🥹❤️

YES ANOTHER DAVE YORK APOLOGIST WELCOME TO THE TEAM!!

he’s amazing and didn’t do anything wrong EVER, he’s just troubled and maybe needs therapy and for me to suck him off and yeah if he committed murders he looked good while doing it 😌

you are so sweet, i can’t wait to talk to you more often and sending you the biggest hug right back <3

[ineffabildaddy]

@celestialcrowley tagged me in an in-depth bio thing (thank u!!!) so here's some stuff about me:

real name: samuel's my full first name so let's say that?

nickname & nickname origins: sam!!! the only people who call me samuel are a couple of my friends when they sort of pretend to scold me, ha. or if they're singing little freak by harry styles but the line is "little freak, samuel" instead of "little freak, jezebel" (i have a tattoo of the words 'little freak' because of how much i love that song. i also am one i guess)

a couple people i know who are lotr fans call me samwise but i haven't read or watched lotr yet so i'm reluctant to accept this as a nickname hehe

sammi is what my sister and my very closest friends call me. if someone i'm not close to calls me that, my sister vetoes lol

ao3: sinchester

social media/s: i have all of the big ones but they're all personal accounts so</3

state country: i'm from the uk. always lived in london, it's the one true love of my life (and it's a character in good omens in its own right, fight me). i will answer ur state question in another way by saying that i usually visit the us once a year (usually for gigs and to see friends) and my last trip was to ny

pets: none</333 my grandparents have two lovely german sheps and a black cat which are my most precious loves though

hobbies: i like reading (fantasy, romance, twentieth-century poetry and nineteenth-century fiction mostly), writing (prose, screenplay and very bad poetry), live music/following tours, vinyl records, tea, whiskey, sitcoms, romcoms, and american traditional tattoos, among other things

personality: i have the most warped and harsh sense of self so i asked my best friend amy to describe my personality. this is what she said:

brb gonna go cry now

favourite holiday: christmas because i love christmas music of the easy listening jazz persuasion, and also because i love a lot of christmas films

favourite food: mac and cheese, bao buns, strawberries

favourite dessert: potentially cheesecake?

favourite colour: baby blue<3

favourite quote/s: "i am an unspeakable of the oscar wilde sort" / "not a southern pansy, the southern pansy", and in the same vein... "i'm not a big fat panda, i'm the big fat panda" / "there are heroes in the seaweed, there are children in the morning, they are leaning out for love and they will lean that way forever"

favourite book/s: call me by your name (sue me), good omens, the fables series, pride and prejudice (cliched i know sorry, i have read all of austen's work but it's her most popular for a reason), the scott pilgrim series, the spud series, the princess bride

favourite tv shows: good omens, avatar: the last airbender, peep show, supernatural (reluctantly), bob's burgers, arrested development, ghosts, yonderland. it's only just come out of course but honorary mention goes to scott pilgrim takes off

favourite film/s: shrek is my favourite of all time. it's just got everything. trust me, i went to film school (i actually did tho). then we've also got the nightmare before christmas, ferris bueller's day off, scott pilgrim, submarine, clueless, deadpool, the princess bride

favourite character/s: sam winchester, aziraphale, crowley, katara, sokka, jack and sally, kitty (ghosts), lucille bluth, envy adams, wallace wells

favourite actor/s: i've always found this a really difficult one to answer but i'll just say mae whitman because she's been in 3 of my favourite things ever and slayed all of them (avatar: the last airbender, arrested development and scott pilgrim)

favourite song/s: my favourite songs of all time are probably...

a certain romance - arctic monkeys

happiness/the gondola man - elliott smith

i used to be someone - kevin devine

i need some sleep - eels (shrek 2 teehee)

the way i loved you - taylor swift

let's call the whole thing off - louis armstrong and ella fitzgerald

that old feeling - frank sinatra (prefer his earliest version of this song to any other versions but i like ella's rendition too)

favourite music genre/s: i listen to pockets of all different guitar music, some pop and some jazz

favourite podcast/s: braving the elements, which is the official podcast for avatar: the last airbender and the avatarverse in general (hosted by the actor of zuko and the actor of korra!!!)

have you ever met a celebrity: oh god, erm... i've met so many musicians and actors (mostly actors that are less well-known) but i'll just mention the most famous ones. on purpose (some of whom i now regret lol): dua lipa, halsey, frank iero, brendon urie, jared padalecki, jensen ackles, jinkx monsoon (and loads of other drag race queens, but she's my favourite). by accident as they've come into my work: matt berry (i died), rob delaney, a couple of actors from sex education, sharon rooney (i actually bumped into her on the way to work oops). people i see around my local area or my area of work but haven't met: graham coxon from blur, peter capaldi, olly alexander. i know i've forgotten people but they'll come back to me hah - living in north london and working in central london means you do tend to see famous people sometimes

have you ever been to a concert: not sure exactly how many but my estimate is 200+. one band i've seen 37 times alone... but yeah, i follow two tours a year on average and then i'll go to gigs as a one-off for artists i don't commit as hard to lmao

do you collect anything: vinyl and soft toys! i also like to have lots of different interesting teas in my cupboard

do you have any idols: not sure i could call anyone i like an idol of mine but i naturally want to be neil gaiman when i grow up. i also would absolutely love to be as good at words as leonard cohen was. i guess taylor swift because i love her more than almost any other musician and have done since i was 8 years old but... she's a person at the end of the day (and a billionaire which is questionable)

is there a real life friend you can be completely yourself with: i feel i can be entirely myself around @icanbeurangle, among a few other people from different parts of my life. the person who wrote my little personality bio above, along with our mutual friend, and then a couple of friends i've known since school. i've also got friends who started off as internet friends but are now irl friends (the uk is a small place) who come under this category uwu

where would you love to travel to: off the top of my head, new zealand and mexico. i'd also like to see more of wales (i only went once or twice as a small child)

random fact about yourself: i'm an identical twin? it doesn't feel random at all but yeah haha

if you made it this far without falling asleep, well done!!! thank u so much for reading, i hope u didn't bore u to tears<3 i've missed out a couple questions where i addressed them already in a previous answer

no pressure tags (but i want to read up on u all!!!): @raining-stars-somewhere-else @sad-chaos-goblin @crowleyslvt @indigovigilance @icanbeurangle @bowtiepastabitch @genderqueer-hippie

[aceofwands]

will make a proper memorial post someday, but stupidly feel the need to explain that my queue ran out a couple days ago because one of our dogs passed suddenly and unexpectedly on Tuesday and checking in on Tumblr has been the last thing on my mind.

I'm not sure when I stopped posting much about my personal life on here ... not that I ever have in a major way, but I still used to share some things occasionally. I usually used Facebook for that sort of thing though, but I deactivated my account there years ago during the pandemic when I realised I needed to go cold turkey for my mental health. ironically that wasn't long after I wrote one of my last (maybe the last??) posts about my dog Spud passing.

I want to do a nice long post about my 3 dogs and cat, and how special they all were - and are! only one of my dogs is still with us now, but she's slowing down too, precious darling - but I need things to feel a little less raw than they do now before I can do that

[regretevator-confessions]

i have a crush on Spud, Infected and Pest and i like to call them my baba grils as a joke

I like Spud the most bc he's just a precious little boy and kjsadgkjshg i love him so muchhhhhhhh

i even made a self-insert regretevator oc and shipped it with Spud

they have a red bow to match Spud's blue bow lol

and a black & white traffic cone to match Spud's bucket

I love spud <3

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[worthyhog0001]

Potato Laughter Sessions: Unwinding with Spud Humor with Funny Knitted Potato Dolls

In a world that can sometimes feel overwhelmingly serious, finding moments of genuine joy and laughter becomes a precious commodity. Enter the Potato Laughter Sessions, a delightful and innovative gifting product designed to spread smiles and laughter through the charm of funny knitted potato dolls adorned with positive quotes. In this blog, we'll explore the therapeutic benefits of laughter, the uniqueness of the Potato Laughter Sessions, and how these quirky gifts can bring a positive twist to your life.

The Healing Power of Laughter

Laughter has long been recognized as a powerful tool for promoting well-being and reducing stress. The act of laughing triggers the release of endorphins, the body's natural feel-good chemicals, promoting an overall sense of happiness and relaxation. Additionally, laughter can improve cardiovascular health, boost the immune system, and even alleviate pain by releasing tension in the muscles.

Given the multitude of benefits, incorporating laughter into our daily lives becomes essential for maintaining a healthy and positive mindset. This is where the Potato Laughter Sessions come into play, offering a unique and enjoyable way to infuse laughter into your routine.

Unveiling the Potato Laughter Sessions

Picture this: a charming knitted potato doll with a smiling face, adorned with a tiny knitted sign featuring a positive and uplifting quote. These adorable companions are more than just quirky decorations; they are your personal laughter buddies, ready to share a chuckle whenever you need it. The Potato Laughter Sessions are not just a product; they are an experience designed to bring joy to your life.

The Funny Knitted Potato Dolls

At the heart of the Potato Laughter Sessions are the funny knitted potato dolls, each crafted with love and attention to detail. The whimsical design of these dolls instantly sparks a sense of playfulness, setting the stage for laughter and amusement. From their rosy cheeks to their tiny knitted accessories, these dolls are a visual representation of positivity.

Positive Quotes: A Touch of Inspiration

What sets the Potato Laughter Sessions apart is the inclusion of positive quotes strategically placed on each doll. These quotes act as daily affirmations, injecting a dose of inspiration and motivation into your life. Whether it's a witty remark or a heartfelt message, the quotes serve as gentle reminders to embrace joy, resilience, and a positive outlook.

The Laughter Therapy Experience

The concept of laughter therapy, also known as laughter yoga, has gained popularity for its ability to enhance mental and emotional well-being through intentional laughter. The Potato Laughter Sessions bring a personalized touch to this therapeutic practice. Let's delve into how you can incorporate these laughter sessions into your daily routine:

1. Morning Pick-Me-Up:

Start your day on a positive note by spending a few minutes with your funny knitted potato doll. Let the accompanying positive quote set the tone for the day, inspiring a cheerful mindset.

2. Desk Sidekick:

Bring your laughter buddy to work or place it on your desk. When the workload feels overwhelming, take a laughter break. A quick glance at your knitted friend can provide an instant mood lift.

3. Evening Relaxation:

Wind down in the evening with a laughter session. Share a chuckle with friends or family members, turning the Potato Laughter Sessions into a shared experience that fosters connection.

4. Laughter Meditation:

Use the dolls as focal points for laughter meditation. Allow yourself to laugh freely and without inhibition, embracing the therapeutic benefits of this unique form of meditation.

Spreading Laughter: The Perfect Gift

The Potato Laughter Sessions aren't just for personal use; they make for an ideal and thoughtful gift for friends, family, and colleagues. Here are a few reasons why these quirky dolls are the perfect presents:

1. Universal Appeal:

Laughter is a universal language, making the Potato Laughter Sessions suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds. The whimsical design and positive quotes cater to a broad audience, ensuring that your gift brings joy to everyone.

2. Unique and Memorable:

In a sea of conventional gifts, the Potato Laughter Sessions stand out as unique and memorable. The combination of humor, positivity, and the charming knitted design makes for an unforgettable present.

3. Stress Relief:

Consider gifting these dolls to anyone going through a stressful time. The laughter therapy experience provided by the Potato Laughter Sessions offers a lighthearted and effective way to alleviate stress.

4. Inspiration on Display:

The positive quotes on each doll serve as daily reminders of strength, resilience, and joy. Your gift becomes a source of inspiration, uplifting the spirits of the recipient.

5. Conversation Starter:

The quirky nature of the Potato Laughter Sessions makes them excellent conversation starters. Your gift not only brings laughter but also encourages meaningful connections and discussions about the importance of joy in our lives.

How to Start Your Potato Laughter Journey

Embarking on your Potato Laughter journey is a simple and enjoyable process. Here's a step-by-step guide to incorporating these laughter sessions into your life:

1. Choose Your Laughter Buddy:

Select a funny knitted potato doll that resonates with you. Whether it's the one with the biggest smile or the most amusing accessories, let your intuition guide you to the perfect laughter companion.

2. Discover the Positive Quotes:

Explore the uplifting quotes on your chosen doll. Take a moment to reflect on the message and consider how it can positively impact your mindset.

3. Create Your Laughter Ritual:

Establish a laughter ritual that fits into your daily routine. It could be a morning laughter session, a midday pick-me-up, or an evening relaxation routine. Find what works best for you.

4. Share the Laughter:

Extend the joy by sharing the Potato Laughter Sessions with friends and family. Gift these laughter buddies on special occasions or simply as tokens of appreciation.

5. Celebrate Laughter Milestones:

Take note of moments when laughter brought a positive change to your day. Celebrate these laughter milestones and let them inspire you to continue embracing joy.

In Conclusion

The Potato Laughter Sessions are more than just a whimsical product; they are a testament to the transformative power of laughter. By integrating these funny knitted potato dolls into your life, you open the door to a world of joy, positivity, and connection. Whether you're seeking stress relief, daily inspiration, or a unique gift idea, the Funny Potato Laughter Sessions have something special to offer.

So, embark on your laughter journey today, and let the infectious joy of the Potato Laughter Sessions become a delightful and cherished part of your life. After all, in the realm of spuds and smiles, there's always room for a good laugh!

[average-crazy-fangirl]

I posted 44,044 times in 2022

That's 21,304 more posts than 2021!

24 posts created (0%)

44,020 posts reblogged (100%)

Blogs I reblogged the most:

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@rhysdarbytits

@aughtpunk

@tooquirkytolose

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I tagged 97 of my posts in 2022

#skyrim headcanon - 16 posts

#oc:swissel - 13 posts

#oc:regan - 13 posts

#piracy - 5 posts

#oc:erv - 5 posts

#oc:manei - 3 posts

#youtube - 3 posts

#hmm - 2 posts

#sheogorath - 2 posts

#oc:has strange dreams - 2 posts

Longest Tag: 126 characters

#because my history teacher mentioned them while discussing the trend of irish immigration during and after the great hunger...

My Top Posts in 2022:

#5

Apparently there's many loose goose in my area

Seriously though, geese are evil incarnate, and I hope you don't run i it one

6 notes - Posted August 20, 2022

#4

If you live in Tamriel. Which part of the region that you'll hate the most?

By weather alone, Winterhold. I have no doubt Red Mountain makes the winds there absolutely ridiculous, and I don't even need to mention how cold it would be.

What about you?

11 notes - Posted September 13, 2022

#3

I'm happy that you are reblogging about my beloved husband Cthulhu

Been a lover of Cthulhu since I was a spud, and I must say...

It's not your husband... Its *our* husband

11 notes - Posted September 11, 2022

#2

Alright, so everyone remembers how the basement's flooded, yes?

And we all remember how when we were all waiting for S4 they told us the season would end with somewhere filled with water?

What if something happens in the basement that causes something incredibly bad to happen, forcing Nandor to use a wish to repair the house, and possibly another wish to save eveyone?

I could be grasping straws, but the basement is clearly important, especially since Baby Colin keeps saying he puts holes in the basement walls, and from what we can see, *only* the basement walls

12 notes - Posted August 27, 2022

My #1 post of 2022

You are so precious and perfect and worthy of love

Aww, thank you!

I hope you know you're wonderful too

12 notes - Posted December 23, 2022

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[pinkfey]

nineteen dollar ursula lore. who wants it 😩

okay this is actually just a leedle rundown on her old crew and some of the history that has Gone Down. i finally typed it up last night after literal months of stewing on it. so here we have it!! the crew of the scarlet serpent <3

Captain Evre, a tusked orc with a dark red complexion, the very serpent the ship was named after. The Serpent was gifted to her by her ex-lover and renown pirate True, who she seems to maintain a tentative relationship with. Many rumors have been spread as to how she got her scars, yet none have been confirmed. Though Evre is known for her ruthlessness and cunning, she does have one weakness: her adoptive daughter Precious.

First mate Ursula, a freckled aquamarine drow of mysterious background and infamous, like the rest of The Serpent, for her loose morals. Ursula took on a role similar to that of a quartermaster, responsible for keeping the crew in line. She is the unofficial second-in-command of The Serpent and one of the three de facto advisors to Evre, the other two being Reikhi and Avril. Before joining the crew, Ursula had escaped from her unfavorable living conditions in the Underdark in her late teens with her childhood friend and eventual girlfriend, Talyss. Her most notable feat from her time at sea was her defeat of a young kraken, which earned her celebratory spiraling tentacle tattoos under her eyes.

Boatswain Reikhi, a dwarf woman with medium brown skin, twice-braided black hair, and a pierced lip—long lusted after for her beauty prior to her life at sea. Reikhi oversees the supplies and stock of the ship, though her skill with a blade could only be bested by Evre. She has a playfully antagonistic relationship with fellow de facto advisor Avril, but this did not stop her from coming to his defense during a nasty gargoyle attack, winning her a scar wrought by the creature’s claws slashing across her cheek.

Sailing Master Avril, an olive-skinned wood elf who could easily be passed off as unremarkable were it not for his heterochromia—one eye brown, one eye red. Originally a ranger belonging to clan of druids, Avril had an almost intrinsic talent for charting the stars. His responsibilities are to navigate the seas and chart courses. Reikhi believes he has a stick lodged in his ass, but the truth is he is just as bad as the rest of them, just more cautious.

Carpenter Talyss, a pale indigo drow who joined The Serpent with Ursula many years ago. While Ursula had a fondness for sneaky tricks and shadows, Talyss, the softer of the two, took to more artisanal pursuits. Her carpentry and bardic charm combined with Ursula’s shifty pickpocketing kept them afloat for a long while in the Underdark. On The Serpent she is responsible for repairing the ship and healing and possibly providing prostheses for injuries—most notable of these being Pollux, who lost his hand in an accident on deck. After an argument between Talyss and Ursula over the fate of a boy they were holding captive, Talyss was kidnapped and supposedly murdered by the crime lord the boy worked for. Talyss, ever the superstitious one, used to wear a pendant to bless their travels—which Ursula now wears.

Cannoneer, the Disgraced Lord Balen Firelight. After a devastating experimental explosion (as Balen calls it, a “mishap”) wrecked two stories of Lord Balen’s ancestral home—the second explosion of its kind—his family disgraced him, cutting off all funding for his exploits and banning him from all properties. Balen jumped at the opportunity to put his “talents” to use on The Serpent, and despite his frivolous hats, merry catchphrases, and uncomfortably thick mustache, Evre was charmed and allowed him aboard. Balen is easy to spot—just look for a huge feathered hat and listen for the word “tallyho!”

Deckhand Pollux, a half-elf boy with rich black skin and thick hair. Pollux was a stowaway found by Reikhi as he rifled through a barrel of potatoes (this later earned him the nickname “spud”). When Reikhi brought him before Evre, Ursula was the one to vouch for him. In an accident involving a loose rope and a heavy crate—and too far out to sea to seek a healer—Pollux’s hand was amputated by Talyss; later he was given a mechanical prosthesis crafted by Talyss and Balen. Still too young to do much more than just chores, Pollux is most often found perched in the crow’s nest with a spyglass in hand.

Deckhand Precious, a dark blue tiefling with flat horns and fiery orange curls. When Precious was a mere toddler, her father Lawless, an old friend of Evre and True’s, sought Evre out. He was plagued and dying and knew no one else who was willing to take in a tiefling baby, and Evre, hurting for her old friend, could only promise to take care of her. More than a decade later, Precious has become a breath of fresh air aboard The Serpent. She found she has an affinity for cooking. Follow the sound of clanging pots and melodic humming and you’ll soon find Precious.

Pirate Queen True, a pale magenta tiefling with teal green hair and, most notably, a missing eye covered by a patch. Shrouded in mystery save for her solid reputation for being bad news, True has ruled the sea for decades. Many boasted their sightings of True, but with little to ever back their claims, she became more a myth than a legend, and she encouraged this—“Everything you’ve heard is true.” The infamy and intrigue surrounding her grew when she suddenly vanished after a schism between her, Evre, and Lawless, whose trio of ships were previously never far apart. Evre herself did not know where her ex-love had gone and was content in leaving it a mystery—until she reappeared on the deck of The Scarlet Serpent fifteen years later with a gaping black hole in her chest.

[faranae]

Hey, just so you know. You, Spud, and Moon are the cutest and most perfect siblings. Sibling goals. Precious beans, all of you. Poutine 4eva. Ok, have a nice day.

We’ve got one hell of a dynamic, huh? :)

I adore those two, couldn’t ask for more. Thanks for the smile! 

[askintothevoids]

I’m gonna be honest, I don’t even know, man.

Part 2

Transcript:

Logan: You could?

Patton: I mean..

Patton: Yeah.

Patton: I could.

Logan: Oh..um.

Logan: Thank you.

Part one of the comic..

Here’s the transcript..

Patton, thinking: Logan has really pretty eyes. They’re like melted dark chocolate. If you got the lighting just right, you might have been able to see the soft bronze sparkles in his eyes. He seems less tired when he’s-

Logan: Patton?

Patton: Huh?

Logan: I’m boring you, aren’t I?

Patton: You kidding me? I could listen to you talk for days!

Patton: Wait-

[allie1804-fan]

Kerensa Part 2

This is a continuation of Kerensa Part 1 which you can find here

Kerensa (Part 1)

Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, Chapter 4, Chapter 5 , Chapter 6, Chapter 7, Chapter 8, Chapter 9, Chapter 10, Chapter 11, Chapter 12, Chapter 13

Kerensa (Part 2)

Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, Chapter 4, Chapter 5, Chapter 6

Chapter 7, Chapter 8, Chapter 9

Chapter 10

New Beginnings

The new home in Monterey was a haven for them in many ways but as Kerry entered her 19th week, Keanu’s mood seemed to slump and he began having regular nightmares.

He’d wake up, dripping in sweat and wild-eyed, trying not to disturb Kerry. Sometimes it was a memory of Ava, others it was Kerry experiencing the stillbirth or he’d be plagued by horrific scenes of Kerry screaming covered in blood. He didn’t share what was going on, not wanting to scare her, but one night, he flailed about so much that she woke and had to shake him awake to stop it.

After fetching him a herbal tea for his frayed nerves, she addressed the issue.

“Keanu, I know there’s something you’re not telling me. It’s like when I didn’t come to Florida, you bottled up whatever was bothering you and I couldn’t reach you but you can tell me anything. If you’re scared about the baby, about losing them, please don’t think that I’m not, don’t think you can’t share that”

He drew in a sharp breath and she knew she’d landed on the truth

“But”

“But nothing, I’m here and I’m scared too. Every day I feel that fear and I give myself a stern talking to at the start of the day but it never fully goes away. We should share our fears, or we can talk to someone, a counselor - remember the midwife said that was available when we first registered with them. Or you said you saw a therapist a while back, would that be better? Someone you already have a relationship with? And come with me tomorrow to see the midwife, you can hear the heartbeat, that always makes me feel better”

He hugged her close.

“I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have kept it from you. I just didn’t want to burden you with my demons”

“A problem shared….” She offered

“Is a problem halved” he replied.

“Exactly” she said giving him a gentle kiss.

Keanu couldn’t quite shake the nightmares, but things did get easier from then on. They would joke about tag-teaming on being O for optimistic versus SS for shit scared trying to not both hit SS mode at the same time.

And as they hit new milestones like the 20-week scan and feeling the baby move, at last they had regular reassurances that all was well. There were some panicky moments, first with Kerry developing anemia which caused her to faint a couple of times before they figured out the cause. Fortunately, she’d just fallen onto the bed and the sofa so there was no harm done. The second panic, however, was rather more serious.

Kerry was 37 weeks along, feeling like a beached whale but still managing to walk Scout each day. Their home had stone steps leading down to the shore and on this day, she’d set off alone with Scout. Keanu had forgotten his shades and had popped back inside to fetch them.

What he found as he made his way down the steps to join her was Kerry sitting on one of the steps in tears, grazes on her knee and elbow, and a very sore behind and wrist.

“Shit shit shit, what happened?”

“lost my balance” she sniffed “and went down like a sack of spuds, but I didn’t fall on bump, put my hand out, owww”

Keanu had to go into calm mode, swallowing down his rising panic and do his utmost to reassure her.

“Can you stand? Let’s get you up and over to the ER, get you checked out”

He helped her to stand, trying to avoid bashing the sore wrist which he feared could be broken, and slowly they got back up to the house with Scout whining his concern all the way there.

Having got her a drink, he quickly found the hospital bag and got her settled in the car before setting off, repressing the instinct to drive as fast as possible. He had precious cargo on board.

When Kerry was examined, they found that the fall had indeed started things off and she was already 3 cm dilated.

“No turning back now” he said smiling, still trying to be the calm one.

Kerry had a heart monitor strapped around her belly at this point and they could hear the rapid but steady beat of the baby’s heart.

She took his face in her hands and kissed him, feeling a great sense of calm come over her, enough for the both of them.

“Keanu, it’s going to be OK, do you hear that? That’s our baby and they are coming, don’t worry. They are coming.”

Her head fell back on the pillow then as a contraction hit. He held her hand feeling both the power of new life battling to be set free and her power in helping it come to fruition. That’s when he let all the fear go, all the awful images and memories of his nightmares floated away and finally, he was in the moment, helping his son come into the world.

It would be 6 long hours of sweat, screams and pain but baby Jago Alexander Reeves came into the world, screaming bloody murder to the delight of his parents and the staff looking after them. It was a tad earlier than expected but there had been no harm done from Kerry’s tumble and luckily her wrist was just sprained, not broken. She’d need some help with feeding at first, but Dad was on hand to do whatever was required.

They were home 2 days later and despite their mature years, still felt that same sense of shock that all parents feel, that the medics had actually let them come home to be in sole charge of this tiny infant. They plonked him in his car seat on the floor and sat beside him on the sofa, just staring down at him, in awe of his tiny fingers and fingernails, tiny everything.

Kerry’s phone pinged and she saw there was a notification of a new Griefcast episode. She had sent Cariad a picture of Jago the day before and decided to hit play on instinct. They both listened as the podcast began.

“Hey Griefsters, hope you’re having an OK week, I know it can be a tough time with dark nights and Christmas around the corner. Before we get to this week’s guest, I just wanted to share a truly lovely, uplifting story that just filled me with joy yesterday. You may remember that I interviewed Keanu Reeves, about a year ago now about the death of his daughter many years ago when she was stillborn. Well, Keanu met a lady last year and she, clever woman, introduced him to this little show and persuaded him to come on. Well turns out, he fell in love with her and now they’re together and 2 days ago they had the most beautiful baby boy, Jago. So I just wanted to say a big congratulations to the three of them and wish them all the happiness in the world with their new family.”

Kerry looked over at Keanu, tears in her eyes, only to see Keanu had given up the battle. He pulled her close and held her in his arm until Jago stirred and their parenting journey truly began.

THE END

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Natter #4    7/4/2020

MI MG Natter #4  4th July 2020I hope you all have had a happy fourth - all fingers still attached and tummies filled. Pickle seems to be getting used to the bangs this year, or perhaps he is a little deaf. Usually, at the first bang, he disappears and hides under my bed. This time he has wandered upstairs and downstairs and doesn't seem to register the bangs much at all - which is good.

I am in contact with a guy back home who runs a regular allotment (PeaPatch here) blog, giving timely advice and other information related mostly to veggie & fruit culture. I find this very helpful as he jogs my memory on those extremely rare occasions when I forget. I know you think that I never forget, but I have to admit that there has been the occasional lapse ever since I stopped eating peanuts. Strange thing that. His words for July remind us that this month is the time to sow seeds for Fall and Winter veggie crops such as Chicory (does anybody actually grow this?), Chinese Cabbage, Kohl Rabi, Lettuce, French Beans, Beetroot, Carrots, Radish, Turnips, and Peas - pick early varieties - early Snow peas are an especially fast to crop

.If you have had the forethought to already start Leeks from seed, now is the time to plant out those starts. The easiest way to do this is to use an old broomstick handle and thrust it vertically into the soil to a depth of about 5-6".Just drop the seedlings carefully, roots first into the holes and then just water in - that's all you need to do. The water will wash soil from the sides of the holes down onto the roots and it will remain cool and moist enough to thoroughly root the seedlings well. The idea of doing it this way, apart from the ease of planting and gaining support from the sides, is that the hole blanches the stem of the leek as it grows to gain more usable parts of the plant. If they are kept reasonably moist they should grow quite rapidly through the Summer and be ready to make fabulous potato-leek soup in time to keep cold days at bay. If you have never eaten P-L soup accompanied by chunks of Crusty artisan bread generously spread with butter - you haven't lived. Food of the Gods this! If you have been growing spuds and have lifted them already, you can follow with a crop of French beans to both nourish yourself and the soil, or if beans aren't your thing try a green manure crop such as Mustard. However, bear in mind that if you have ever had Club Root on your cabbage family plants, do not use Mustard as it is also a brassica. Use one of the Pea family, both for the Nitrogen root boost, but also for the foliage. And now for something completely different:- Once more my friend Valerie Robertson has presented her view on things English on the other side of the pond and is sent all over the world.

Val is a very  highly qualified State Registered Nurse who knows whereof she speaks.

Here we go.

From: Valerie Robertson GAG 14 Hope all is well with all. All Quiet in the Western Front over this way. Seattle’s CHOP was liberated leaving an appalling mess The pubs are open  today so the protesters have disappeared. BLMUK. is proving to be an embarrassment to those who donated, bent the knee and supported a cause that advocates the abolition of the nuclear family (that means dad is superfluous), defund the police,  destroy capitalism and support censorship plus the necessity for every white person to acknowledge that they are all subconsciously racist and privileged, and own up to the “fact” that every institution is inherently racist and disproportionally  White supremacy managed. That’s a big ask, which has bewildered the millionaire black footballers, academics & artists,   Labour leader Sir Keith what’s his name, (why would a Labour leader accept a knighthood?)  and all the national institutions taking the knee, which the other men in the street saw, as bowing to street fighter activists outrageous demands. Ie supporting racial divide and suppressing diversity of opinions and abolishing history. Our moral leader Canterbury Arch Runcton, is also confused. He’s a woke bloke that got it wrong at Easter. Streaming his Easter service from his kitchen with his toaster in the background. For God's sake, he must have a parlour with a row of books as a backdrop, in his palatial abode. He’s now having a think about the effigies in the Cathedral and wondering which ones to get rid of. Should he paint Jesus black?  Jesus loves all the children of the world, be they yellow, black or white. What about the brown ones?  They were precious in His sight too? He’s going to need a lot of colours. The Bournemouth beach sunbathing nutters are bright pink still. The Cambridge academia have just funded a two-year study into the history of slavery to enable the oiks to confront their iniquitous past and say sorry to all offended by history. Waste of time, as it’s been done before, over and over and you can’t change it. I’ve got a better idea for them to study.   Research the Benin bronzes. There are 3,OOO of them but only 500 left in Nigeria, the rest in Europe and USA museums. They are exquisite. The Portuguese kicked off the Atlantic slave trade in 1400 from the port of Benin with gold, which the Africans turned into these fantastic plaques, I think but not sure. I’m too busy doing my epidemic virus studies to go to the British Museum and find out. And we are not allowed yet, to visit Portugal unless keen enough to fly to Spain and walk across the border to check up on the museum artifacts in Lisbon. It’s good to see Lewis Hamilton constructively addressing inequality in the motor racing world.  The aggrieved black community can be placated and inspired by their own incredibly successful race if they listen. We have diversity, we have opportunity, we have laws, education, healthcare, social services, state welfare funding and overall, a tolerant multicultural society, who are very tired of the woke politically-correct champagne socialists agenda over the last decade.  There are deep social and economic injustices which are nothing to do with slavery or racial prejudice. Lewis Hamilton lives in Monte Carlo to save paying a hefty U.K. income tax liability. He was raised in Stevenage and lived in a council house with his family partially supported by the welfare state. Is he a philanthropist who promotes the welfare of others by donating money for schools etc.? No he’s not if he’s a British citizen tax evader. Is he a Monacoan now.? Is he a hypocrite? I don’t know?  Perhaps the academics can ask the uni students to research,  write a paper and make up their own minds. Estate agents will not in future be using Master Bedroom in their ads. Connotations of slave masters etc. Uncle Bens rice is to be repackaged without the jolly black man, Aunt Jemima also and awaiting more news re. MasterCard, Master chef, Master Mind, Headmaster ( the lefty teachers union still keeping schools shut) Masters degree, a tricky one for Cambridge. We are living with the virus and hanging in with our self-imposed restrictions and socially distancing. The copper masks and latex gloves worked a treat when John needed to visit the GP surgery for a blood test to check prostate antigen level insomuch not coughing. Although London has seen a slight rise in the R rate, no doubt due to the mass protests, the infection rate remains stable and patients being more successfully treated with drugs, to avoid intensive care. The disproportionate ethnic infection rate is due to blood group, genetic disparity, and body mass ratio, and a difference in the percentage of T cells. These cells decline with age and are responsible for fighting off infection without causing a major auto-immune response. People past 65, have very few left.   This theory explains why the young can come in contact with the virus but don’t succumb, however, if repeatedly exposed will catch it and manufacture antibodies and can still remain asymptomatic. Mass testing suggests that 40 percent of the population has been exposed with few symptoms, the silent spreaders who have the herd immunity. So we know the virus is still around and can’t trust the idiots to self-isolate if positive. All we can hope for is that they wear a mask and keep away from the elderly. Once the herd immunity and those who have recovered from it reach 60 percent, providing the medically vulnerable and fatties avoid it, the virus will find no host, cannot, therefore, multiply and shed and theoretically die away.  So it’s a balance. As the months go on there is hope for more preventive medication to alleviate the symptoms and of course a vaccine. Last October, the WHO  found that U.K. and USA  were the best in the world prepared for a pandemic.  Cameron had placed an order for millions of PPE equipment with a French company with the deposit to fund the manufacturer to make it.  By the time U.K. needed it, we got the deposit refunded but the stocks were needed in France and they had sold some items at a higher price,  to Italy.  That’s Globalisation for you and the free market. Meanwhile, a couple who were distilling boutique gin in the midlands, altered their equipment to distill hand sanitizers and viral cleansing fluids as NHS  were buying it in from abroad at an inflated price. They now supply the NHS cheaply and in the past 12 weeks have made 30 million pounds profit. Well done as they are donating a substantial amount to Covid research. No doubt as a tax saving incentive, but still commendable. There’s a lot to be said for self-reliance.  The govt. with its 80 strong SAGE - the Scientific, Advisory Government Epidemic advisors, have caused the pandemonium. At the outset, the models and graphs predicting the scale have been proved wrong. Simple precautions were overlooked.  Emptying geriatric wards, filling up care homes with staff untrained in infection control was scandalous. Mask wearing should have been made compulsory on public transport, supermarkets and shops at the outset and at least some sort of temperature checking and contact tracing at airports and ferries. So, onto local lockdowns and long term containment.  Boris is getting on with Brexit and left Hanlon to contain the virus,  Hope the strategy works. I have faith in the laboratory’s scientists and the trials and the guinea pigs testing the emerging vaccines. Meanwhile, tomatoes coming along, being well-nourished and in good shape and we are up to four playing again at croquet. Sainsbury delivering without hassle and Miles and Giles still surprising me with a tablespoon of Baharat in a nifty environment-friendly container. It made the lamb taste different. The kennels are open but missed the boat as all the  rescue dogs are  adopted and long waiting lists for puppies.

A dog called Nigger, I imagine a black or brown Labrador,  who was loved and died in 1878, had a headstone in the animal cemetery in a Sussex village graveyard. The local stonemason has ground away the name as the villagers thought it might cause offence to visitors and that dog’s owners would understand as they were dead anyway and not around to ask permission. Just love kind people. The drought's over and it’s cool as we are and hope you are too. Take care Love from Val And from your fearless leader,Gordon

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BEST 3 MICROWAVES 2017

BEST MICROWAVES

Even a basic market kitchen appliance can heat up a cup of low or cook a spud. however can these items taste? we have a tendency to tested a variety of microwaves and combis to search out those that delivered the simplest results likewise as a high-speed convenience.

There’s no minimum (or maximum) electric power to appear for however a lot of watts can translate into quicker preparation, thus if you employ your microwave plenty then it's valued aiming for 900W or a lot of.

Some models merely microwave food well. Others mix it with a grill or grill and kitchen appliance. several have inherent recipes with menus that walk you thru every step. and a few newer models boast gastronome functions like steam preparation or a crisper plate.

Crisper plates area unit a comparatively new innovation. The grill cooks from on top of whereas microwaves heat the metal pan, to cook food from below. This helps you to cook food like pizzas, pies, and quiches quickly and expeditiously with face nice and crisp rather than floppy.

1. Panasonic DS596 4-in-1 Steam:

If you’re keen to do steam preparation, however, need a detached microwave, this is often a good obtain. it's an outsized (27-litre) capability with a flatbed style and options a combi grill and steam kitchen appliance likewise as the 1000W microwave. Steam makes for succulent meat and fish, nutrient-packed veggies and that we found that it even improved our cake baking. Its full-width shelf offers you additional kitchen appliance house and it conjointly comes with a crisper-pan, good for pizzas, pies and quiches, that area unit grilled higher and quicker than with a traditional kitchen appliance. fabulous for foodies.

2. Whirlpool Fusion AMW 848:

A generous 40-litre capability, 900W microwave, this encompasses a vast array of programs and inherent recipes, likewise as countless accessories. The town combines to create this integrated microwave-grill combi a good selection if you’re redoing your room. The thirty pre-programmed recipes were a walk over to use: they set the time, temperature and power level for you. you'll be able to conjointly grill, cook with steam or use the crisper plate not only for pizzas and pies however as a healthy various to cookery eggs, bacon and a lot of.

3. Hotpoint Curve:

A rounded back makes this compact 700W microwave the proper appropriate corners. options area unit straightforward, simply a microwave with 5 power levels. There’s no combi or crisper pan and at thirteen liters it’s little degree|somewhat|slightly|alittle} small within. however, it as if by magic shoehorns in a very respectable 28cm glass turntable. It did a good job of the fundamentals and takes up the precious very little house.

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Hassleback Potatoes with Almond, Spinach and Parsley/Basil pesto (vegan & gluten-free)

Firstly, may I begin by saying a huge THANK YOU. My new book The Goodness of Nuts & Seeds is now ‘finally’ on the shelves and now that I have had a little time to reflect (short term anyway: before I jet off to Australia for a book promotional tour in two days!), I feel so grateful to all of you that have showed your support these past few months. Whether you’ve come out to an event, book signing, reposted a recipe on your own blog, sent me a message of love, or happy vibes through the ether, I have felt it all and will carry the collective experience with me always. I am officially overwhelmed with gratitude. It’s been a very fulfilling time for me, but if I’m being honest, it’s also been a very challenging one. There hasn’t been much in the way of breaks (or breathing) and as someone who is perpetually beating the drum of balance and wellness, I have recently started to make a conscious effort towards putting sacred and precious time aside whilst focusing on what’s ‘really’ important…such as eating well again. I am however also realistic - and with that have an awareness we all lead very busy lives. And so in the manner of practising what I preach and with spring just around the corner (rejoice!) I’m introducing an all new set of quick, delicious and healthy recipes, just without any risk of lengthy time-frame! Cooking beautiful meals for company with a carefully planned menu is one thing, but being able to whip up five semi-quick, easy going delicious meals Monday through to Friday without extra trips to the supermarket is another. In my opinion, it’s actually much more difficult. 

So. These Hassleback potatoes with almond, spinach and parsley/basil pesto is truly a match-made in heaven - and fuss-free to boot. Satisfying in all the ways that count; filling without making you feel ‘full’, and a salty (from the crisp roast potatoes) and sweet (from the toasted almonds and delicate herbs) balance of flavours which confidently ticks that all-important satiating/nutritious box. I sometimes serve this dish with glistening lamb chops or shoulder of lamb - slow-cooked to the point where its silky soft meat falls off the bone. Golden-skinned chicken thighs are equally wonderful served alongside - which I pop in the oven 25 minutes before the end of the potatoes cooking time, simply drizzled with a little olive oil, then the skin brushed with some of the nutty pesto and a little sea salt/pepper sprinkled over. Poached eggs work very well too as does adding kale, beans, tomatoes and onion for a vegan-friendly accompaniment (add to the pan for the last 15 minutes of roasting) - or you can simply serve solo as it also stands alone just as it is for the perfect meal on any given Wednesday night. (For again non-vegans, a crumbling of goats cheese over the potatoes when they come out of the oven is also a welcome salty - yet creamy - addition!)

The history bit!  There has been a lot of welcome excitement for the humble spud recently, and most of this is due to a special technique of cooking them - which falls under the appropriate name, the ‘Hassleback’. This involves a simple technique of slicing each one thinly (but not all the way through), drizzling with fat and baking them until the edges are crispy and the middle is creamy and soft. Suddenly this resurgence all makes sense! Hassleback potatoes were apparently invented at a restaurant in Stockholm in the 1950’s as a method to shorten the baking time but since then they have certainly made a comeback and have been increasingly popular over the last couple of years. This is my all-time favourite way of serving them. I urge you to give them a go! 

Hassleback Potatoes with Almond, Spinach and Parsley/Basil Pesto

The pesto can be made ahead and stored in the fridge, covered, for up to 10 days. The baking time can vary depending on the potato size and variety. Smaller potatoes will need a little less time. Serves 2-3, or 4 served with additional serving suggestions as above

For the pesto (makes about 300g) 150g almonds, toasted  1 small lemon, zest and a good squeeze of juice  a large handful of young leaf spinach (about 40g)  a handful each of fresh basil and parsley leaves (about 30g total)  1 small clove of garlic, crushed  1 tsp sea salt  About 150ml olive oil (I like to use ½ rapeseed and ½ ex-virgin olive oil but use whatever you have to hand) 

1kg new potatoes  olive oil for drizzling 

1. Begin by making the pesto. Toast the almonds in a dry pan for a few minutes , or until toasted (keep a close eye on them as they turn quite quickly!) In a food processor or powerful high-speed blender, pulse 25g of the almonds until you reach a medium to fine crumb. Set aside until needed. Add the remaining almonds and pulse again for 5-10 seconds before adding the lemon, spinach, herbs, garlic and salt. Sprinkle in a little pepper too. Process until just roughly chopped but not too fine as you want a rustic and textured pesto), then carefully pour in the oil whilst the motor is running. When you reach your desired consistency (you want the mix to be soaked in the oil and still a bit thick, but not saturated in it. The nuts soak up the oil over time so you can be more liberal if you are making this ahead, but remember you can always add more before serving!) Transfer to a bowl and set aside until needed, or cover and place in the fridge if you are making this in advance.  2. Preheat your oven to 180C, fan 160C. Slice each potato thinly, stopping each cut about two-thirds into the potato, leaving the bottom intact. Some people find this easier by placing the potatoes inside a large spoon so that the edges of the spoon will then stop the knife from cutting too deep. I prefer the old school way of just slicing and using my eye - but you have the option.  3. Place the potatoes on a large baking tray and drizzle with a generous amount of oil (again whatever you have to hand - but best to use your more special stock for the pesto), then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 30 minutes, then brush the potatoes all over with some of the pesto, making sure you’re picking up some oil too. The potatoes should have started to fan out slightly which will make it easier to allow some of the oil to fall between the slices too. 4. Bake for about another 20 minutes for average-sized new potatoes - you may need more or less so you can always check after 10-15 minutes to see whether they are cooked and golden.  5. Sprinkle the reserved chopped almonds on top of the remaining pesto. You can also add a little more oil for a fancy look :) The potatoes are especially delicious served warm to hot with ‘at room temperature’ pesto on the side. (Occasionally with this dish, I receive a lot of joyous, happy faces from a ‘dip and go’ style of serving!)  

Recipes, styling & Photography: Natalie Seldon Follow me on instagram @prettyediblestylist 

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Holy shit my precious murder son!!!! <3 spud I love you and thanks again! (The last one with the room service)

I’m realizing I have so many doodles that I haven’t posted in cluding some patreon requests. 

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Here's a list of the Top 10 Untold Truths of Lay's Chips. Lays are among the most popular chips in the world. Today we count down 10 things you didn't know about Lays Chips. ➡️ Subscribe to BabbleTop: https://bit.ly/2Uu3HPe Lay’s chips are by far one of the most iconic snack foods in America and the rest of the world. There is no snack chip sold today that is more famous than those produced by Lay’s. There are many things about the company behind Lay’s that many may know little about. These surprising facts may make your jaw drop. So we suggest that you keep the munching for after. The last thing anyone wants to do is lose a precious chip due to being startled. Time to dip into the top 10 untold truths of Lay’s chips. If you enjoyed this list of the top 10 untold truths of Lay's Chips, then comment: #Lays #Chips #Food TIMESTAMPS: 0:34 Lay’s chips were sold out of the back of a car 1:47 The Birth of Frito-Lay 3:11 A surprising number of potatoes are in each bag 4:04 In the beginning, there were only two flavors 5:26 Lay’s has regional variations 6:32 50 flavors of Lay’s in the USA 8:09 Lay’s are sold under different brand names around the world 9:17 Some flavors exist only in certain countries 10:29 Earn a cool million dollars for a new flavor 11:48 The first snack commercial was for Lay’s chips SUMMARIES: - Where do you buy your favorite flavors of Lay’s chips? Did you answer convenience store or grocery store? If so, then you don’t share something in common with the first customers of Lay’s chips. - Have you ever looked at a bag of your favorite chips and wondered what the Frito-Lay thing was all about? After all, Lay’s potato chips and Fritos corn chips are different products entirely. Well, there’s a long story behind this merger and we’ll condense it here. - How many spuds do you think it takes to make a bag of potato chips? Would you be surprised to learn that each bag has four to five medium size potatoes in it? It may be surprising considering that a bag of chips doesn’t seem to weigh all that much. - Think back for a minute to the last time you were at the supermarket buying chips. How many varieties of Lay’s did you see? You probably saw more than it’s possible to count. Today, we have what seems like an endless variety of chips to choose from. - It should come as no surprise that people in different parts of America prefer different flavors. Anyone who has traveled around the country knows that the food isn’t the same across the board. - Lay’s has a flavor for everyone out there. It doesn’t matter if you’re a boring person who just likes the Classic or if you’re someone who likes things Flamin’ Hot. Who knows, you may be the type who likes Dill Pickle flavored chips. The variety is why many people keep coming back to Lay’s. - You may be eating a Lay’s product without even knowing it. If you live in the United Kingdom, then you might be eating Walker’s brand chips. Those in Australia know them as Smith’s. If you’re in Mexico, then it’s Sabritas for you. - You can travel all over the world and munch on Lay’s products. That doesn’t mean you’ll have access to all the flavors that you know and love. You may be surprised to find out that your favorites aren’t on the shelves in supermarkets in certain countries. - Everyone out there has at some point thought they could come up with a winning flavor of potato chips. Lay’s has now given a few lucky people the opportunity to have their own flavor. You may have heard of the popular Do Us A Flavor campaign. - What would television be without advertisements for snacks? How else would we know which new flavors to run out and buy? It’s hard to believe that there was once a time without advertisements for our favorite snacks. ➡️ SUBSCRIBE to BabbleTop! https://bit.ly/2Uu3HPe 🥳 JOIN and become a BabbleTop member! https://bit.ly/2DCl21k 👕 Check out our MERCH! http://bit.ly/2SWDkQM 🔥 Our Most Popular VIDEOS! http://bit.ly/2T02a24 Top 10 Discontinued Food Items We Miss (Part 1) http://bit.ly/2IyUJ1Y Top 10 Discontinued Food Items We Miss (Part 2) http://bit.ly/2TpKahK Top 10 Discontinued Food Items We Miss (Part 3) http://bit.ly/2YrUABe 10 Costco Cult Favorite Food Items http://bit.ly/2YrP6GT 10 American Foods That Should Be Banned http://bit.ly/2YzLEdk 10 Secrets You Didn't Know About IKEA Food Court http://bit.ly/2Yqqi1N Top 10 Untold Truths of the Heart Attack Grill http://bit.ly/2H2LLYe 10 Coca-Cola Drinks That Embarrassed The Company http://bit.ly/2T8awZL 10 Secrets You Didn't Know About Costco Food Court (Part 1) http://bit.ly/2GWQWsY 10 Secrets You Didn't Know About Costco Food Court (Part 2) http://bit.ly/2YjiQ8C All clips used for fair use commentary, criticism, and educational purposes. See Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015).

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Meal-Prep 5 Paleo Dinners With Just 8 Ingredients

Calling for delivery or going the restaurant route may sound like taking the easy way out on busy weeknights, but if you’re going Paleo, those may not even be viable options—pizza and pad Thai definitely aren’t on any caveman diets! Save yourself the hassle (and the money) of eating out, and enjoy healthier, cheaper, and still-tasty meals from Sunday to Thursday with this ridiculously easy plan. With just eight ingredients and a bit of prep on Sunday, you’ll have stress-free, Paleo-friendly dinners covered for the week.

STEP 1:

Head to the grocery store.

Jot down these eight ingredients to pick up on your Sunday grocery run. You may not be able to escape the lines, but with a list handy, you’ll at least zip through the aisles, knowing exactly what you need.

Shopping List

8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast

6 ounces fresh shrimp

2 sweet potatoes

6 eggs

2 zucchini

1 avocado

3 cups baby spinach (you can always use a small fresh bunch but a bagged version saves you the step of washing and cutting thick stems)

1 small head cauliflower

Storage Containers

6 airtight containers (2 for cooked sweet potatoes, 1 for shrimp, 1 for chicken, 1 for spiralized zucchini, and 1 for cauliflower rice)

Plastic wrap for avocado

Kitchen Staples

Cooking fat (olive or coconut oil, ghee, etc.)

Sea salt and pepper

Garlic powder

Lemon juice

Hot sauce/red pepper flakes

STEP 2:

Prep ingredients in 30 minutes.

Take an hour or so on Sunday to prepare your ingredients. It may not sound appealing to use up precious weekend time to plan ahead, but trust us—you’ll thank yourself later in the week when you’re home from an exhausting day and can’t imagine cooking a meal from scratch.

1. Cook the chicken. Use this foolproof method for moist chicken. The meat will last up to four days in the fridge, so make it on Sunday, and we’ll show you how to use it up by Wednesday. Store in an airtight glass container. 2. Cook the shrimp. Peel and devein the shrimp (or save yourself a step and purchase them already prepped). Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan and add the shrimp. Add salt and pepper. Sauté until the shrimp go from gray to pink. Cool completely and store in airtight containers. Cooked shrimp can keep for up to three days in the refrigerator; cook it right before you use it on Tuesday, and the leftovers will still be good to go on Thursday. 2. Roast the sweet potatoes. Cube one potato and toss the pieces with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Leave the other one whole. Place the whole tater, plus the cubes, onto a sheet pan, and roast for 30 minutes. The whole spud may need an extra 15-30 minutes. Store the roasted cubes and the baked sweet potato in separate airtight containers. 3. Prep the eggs. Hard-boil four of the eggs and leave two of them raw. You can store the hard-boiled eggs for up to one week. 4. Dice and zoodle zucchini. Dice one zucchini and spiralize the other (if you don’t have a spiralizer, just use a peeler to create noodle-like “strips”). You’ll use the diced veggies right away, but store the spirals in an airtight container. 5. Make cauliflower “rice.” Break the cauliflower into florets and place them in a food processor. Pulverize until the florets resemble rice, then store in an airtight container. 6. Store avocado and baby spinach. Bagged spinach is usually washed and ready to use, so no prep necessary there. Leave the avocado untouched until you’re ready to slice into it. Once it's cut open, add some olive oil to the flesh, then wrap in plastic so it lasts longer.

STEP 3:

Enjoy ready-made Paleo dinners all week long.

Now that you’ve prepped your ingredients, time in the kitchen during the week just got drastically slashed. This means more time to watch The Bachelor. Check out what’s on the menu from Sunday to Thursday.

Sunday "Brinner"

1/2 prepped cauliflower rice

Diced zucchini

2 cups spinach

2 eggs

We promise this is the most cooking you’ll do all week! Heat a teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet and add two beaten eggs. Cook for two to three minutes before letting them cool and dicing into small pieces. Set aside. In the same skillet, heat up a tablespoon of olive or coconut oil, and add the zucchini. Stir for about four minutes until tender. Then add the cauliflower rice, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir for another three to four minutes before adding in two cups of baby spinach. Stir until the spinach has wilted. Store half the mixture in an airtight container for lunch tomorrow. Add eggs to the half remaining in the skillet. Feel free to jazz it up with any other favorite kitchen staples. Obviously, we are talking about hot sauce.

Meaty Monday

4 ounces chicken

Roasted sweet potato cubes

1/4 avocado

1 cup spinach

How to eat: Warm up the chicken and toss it onto a bed of spinach, along with sweet potato cubes and diced avocado, for an entrée-size salad.

No-Taco Tuesday

Rest of the cauliflower rice

3 ounces shrimp

2 hard-boiled eggs

How to eat: Warm up the cauliflower rice in the microwave. Cook the shrimp according to the instructions in Step 2 (above) and add half to the “rice.” Store the other half of the shrimp in an airtight container after it’s completely cooled. Add sliced eggs on top for ever more protein.

Workout Wednesday

1/4 avocado

4 ounces chicken

2 hard-boiled eggs

Baked sweet potato

How to eat: Reheat the baked sweet potato in the microwave by wrapping it in a damp paper towel and nuking until it’s warmed through, two minutes or so. Dice the chicken and eggs, and stir into the mashed avocado along with salt and pepper. Spoon the mixture into the heated sweet potato. Add a few (or 20) dashes of hot sauce.

Time-Saving Thursday

3 ounces shrimp

1/2 avocado

Spiralized zucchini

How to eat: Mash the avocado with a teaspoon of olive oil and a dash each of lemon juice, garlic powder, and sea salt. Stir with the zucchini noodles (you can either leave the zoodles raw or give them a quick stir over the stove to get them tender). Top with the leftover cooked shrimp from Tuesday.

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