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Bridger,

Awwwww, your dad is so blessed to have you in his life. I adored my dad and what I wouldn’t give to cook one more meal for him.

Your posting made me tear up. My dad died in 2002 and next to my husband he was the finest man I have ever known.

Daddy was a joy to be around. He provided a good life for my mom and his children and he lovingly taught me so much about life. He will live in my heart forever.

I was the apple of my father’s eye. He was strict, but fair. I have no doubt that you are so special to your dad, not to mention a fabulous cook, honey! I would eat at your house any day of the week.

Take care, Bridger and keep spreading your kindness. Your posts make me smile.
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I brought Dad home today. He’s doing it for me so I won’t worry about him. Fixing his favorite dinner. Roast chicken, green beans, hash brown casserole, salad and made red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting. Both sons and DIL are joining us. He and my husband competed to scrape the frosting bowl. Two little boys. I feel better with him here with me.
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cwille,

Greek yogurt is a sub for sour cream and mayonnaise. Make a trial desert to try. See if you like it. If you do, you can make it to bring and enjoy.
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cwillie,
Plain Greek yogurt probably similar to sour cream. I would give it a try.
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We are heading to Nephew#1's for an early thanksgiving on Sunday and I am planning to bring a no bake cheesecake so does anyone know what makes low fat sour cream different from low fat yogurt? I already bought some because I was afraid that even Greek yogurt might weep, but I just don't get how that stuff can be called sour cream?
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"earlybird"

Lucky you! Is mom enjoying some too?
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Dinner: Cherry chocolate moose tract ice cream cone from a local dairy farm.
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Bridger: Oh, big hugs to your dad. I know that he appreciates you. That poundcake sounds so good. I used to make a blackberry poundcake.
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NHWM: That sounds deeelish!😀
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Home made creamy chicken veggie stew (leftovers).
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I didn’t feel like cooking dinner so I made something easy, eggs and toast.
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Chicken enchilada.
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Grilled ham, cowboy potatoes and roasted brussel sprouts.
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Bridger,

I am sure that your dad appreciates being with you and enjoyed your cake. He might like visiting your home for a change in routine.

He will grieve. It’s normal. I am glad that he has you to share his grief with.

In my case my dad died first. I think if mom had died first he would have wanted to die to be with her.

Mom grieved for him but she was always a rock in the family. I don’t think she feels emotions as deeply as my dad did.

Both mom and dad were of the generational era of ‘pulling up your bootstraps’ and moving on. Their generation wasn’t as open to therapy.

We have evolved. Now there are grief support groups. Of course, Covid put a halt to many things. It’s a tough time all around, isn’t it?

I hope your dad starts feeling better soon. Hugs and prayers for your family.
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"Bridger46164,"

I'm still thinking about your dad and family. I can certainly understand him not wanting to eat but, I think that's a great idea to bring him to your house so he won't be alone so much. I hope he'll agree to come!
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Husband took me out for dinner. I made a blueberry pound cake. I took my dad a piece. He’s eating very little since Mom passed. I’m thinking about bringing him to my house. He’ll still be grieving, but not spending so much time alone.
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"earlybird,"

That sounds so good right now - my sweet tooth is starving because I don't have anything sweet to eat around the house. I love eating the pudding when it's still slightly warm!
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Homemade chocolate pudding with whipped cream.
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Homemade red chili tamales, cheese flautas with homemade salsa, cabbage, onion, lettuce and cilantro.
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Grilled shrimp, grilled vegetable skewers. Quick and easy.
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Baked Haddock, mashed potatoes, butternut squash, salad with lemon herb dressing.
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Glad,

Ahhhh, music! New Orleans is a great city for music. COVID has changed everything. I am used to live performances in our city.

We have some of the best piano players in the world here. We actually have an annual concert every year dedicated just to piano players and it is awesome!

Music is food for the soul, isn’t it?

Glad your chili turned out well. I love eating a bowl of chili!
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High temp was in the mid-50's today. Fall is definitely in the air. Woke up, thought I would get groceries for chili. Off to the store I went. Got a few things done watched some YouTube videos from a mall in England, I think. A piano player playing boogie woogie, fun videos. Then didn't feel like making chili anymore. Did some laundry and rather than freezing ground beef decided to make chili after all. Glad I did. First chili of the season with three containers in the freezer, one in the fridge. I am very happy I did. YUMMY! Now I don't have to make it for a couple of months.🍜🍜🍞🍞

Boogie woogie in case you are interested. Wish I could play piano like that!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=u8GHbAlJbQY
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We grilled fish, salad and veggies.

I make veggie lasagna but I do add cheese, so it’s not vegan. That sounds interesting, Sala. So, what is used instead of cheese?

I don’t eat meat with every meal. I love cheese though! I like the byproducts, eggs, milk, cheese, so not sure that I could commit to becoming a vegan. I do think we consume too much meat and dairy.

Do you get most of your protein from legumes? It’s a matter of learning how to eat differently, isn’t it?

Do you buy supplements to replace certain nutrients?
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Made the best vegan lasagna and ate too much😆
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Ham and beans, southern spicy collard greens and sweet corn bread. Served with sweet onions and Tabasco pepper vinegar.

So comforting, just like a hug from grandma. Wishing I had some pickled okra to go with.
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Hi "earlybird,"

Save some for me! I missed your meal from yesterday but, I would have liked that too - I like your "dollop" of whipped cream description! :)
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Dinner:
Roast beef with gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, yellow beans, corn on the cob, lemon cake with strawberries and cream
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Sirloin burger with grilled onions and peppers on a toaster roll, pickles, fresh corn on the cob, lemonade, lemon pound cake with strawberries sweetened with pure maple syrup and dollop whip cream.
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Pam,
A special Happy Birthday to your dear mom.
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