Training myself on continental style knitting is going well. No problems with tension and my hands aren't sore unless I tense up too much. Yay!

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Recently tried meatballs with panko instead of breadcrumbs for a binder, then rolling the meatballs in panko before baking. Seasoned with cumin, red pepper, green onions, toasted sesame oil, and soy sauce. Serve with rice, veggies, salad. So good.

I realize this is not original, but better late than never to make dinner less boring.

#food #OldDogNewTrick

Been learning Italian a little, just for fun (and hope for a nice holiday there sometime soon). Not the first person to point this out (pace Mark Twain), but, _santa mucca_ , Batman, grammatical gender is weird.

Today's example: “finger" is masculine, but "fingers" is feminine. Say what?

#language #grammar #Italian #OldDogNewTrick

Life Kit - It's not too late to learn a new instrument

Whether you grew up playing music or you never progressed beyond "Hot Cross Buns," it's not too late to pick up a new instrument. Let fun lead the way and lose yourself in the joy of learning. Joel Snape, who picked up piano at age 40, offers tips for beginners.

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I have a confession. Today is the first time since my grandmother taught me to knit over 50 years ago that I have used a long tail cast on (German twisted) 😳. 50 years of the basic knit or cable cast ons. 🤣 #Knitting #OldDogNewTrick
Ozzie has figured out pillows. #dogs #spoiled #OldDogNewTrick