And for anyone who has ever wondered what it would be like to ride the lift to the top...
http://youtu.be/7NGjKEJOBH4
Taking a break from the cuisine (or I'll never get out of Virtual Paris and I will weigh 300 REAL pounds before I do), and checking out the sights.
Today included The Arc de Triomphe...a boat ride down the Seine, and the above Elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower. Which, even virtually, made me experience a high clench factor after the elevator change on platform 3. Not sure I could have ever done this real time.
A minor culinary triumph this week was Apple Rose Tarts!
Actually made these (and a few more) for my Quiche Brunch I hosted this afternoon while helping Diane learn to use a computer, and going over a basic review with Loretta. Not as involved as they look. Beautiful to serve and make a warm wonderful dessert.
Pictorial instructions for Apple Roses from Pinterest.
Am going to try a white (ridged) corning dish full for a bouquet effect soon!
Roses (bloom) open as they bake. Look and smell amazing, and taste even better.
So excited for Vicki and Mark who have now "set the date"!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations, you two. And, of course, we will have to have a small post-event reception in the Tea Room when you are up in September for the Gathering!
Diane...do you think they need a sheep?
The Superbowl is going to be exciting this year! After that wholly surprising game (Seahawks ~vs ~ Packers) and that truly dismal game (Colts ~vs~ The Patriots)...the top two teams have emerged.
Seahawks ~vs~ Patriots.
It should be an amazing game to the final few seconds!
And for the first year ever...I would be happy to see either of them win. Although, yes, Carol...I am leaning a bit toward your Patriots.
Happy?
Angie...saw (and stole) the perfect internet meme for our Combined Birthday ...laughed out loud.
Can't wait to see you!
And yes, I think this year's "selfie" together has to be in front of the blazing cake...even if we do manage to singe our eyebrows off!
Off to throw together a salad!
More anon...
