tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.comments2015-06-04T08:45:53.881-05:00Cast Iron KitchenErin Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07387038151574307429noreply@blogger.comBlogger57125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-46768083778543498612011-06-07T13:43:08.769-05:002011-06-07T13:43:08.769-05:00I'll forward that suggestion to T, but I can&#...I'll forward that suggestion to T, but I can't see him go for it. We are both blood donors, but he is still really squeamish about needles.Erin Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07387038151574307429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-8732902933795357672011-06-07T13:29:09.952-05:002011-06-07T13:29:09.952-05:00That is sweet! I'm sorry you can't wear it...That is sweet! I'm sorry you can't wear it though. Finger muscles, who knew!<br /><br />You guys should get tattoos like we did. :)Lorenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18293128748533225039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-3392826321868084322011-06-04T22:02:23.481-05:002011-06-04T22:02:23.481-05:00Yeah, but custom bikes are THOUSANDS of dollars.Yeah, but custom bikes are THOUSANDS of dollars.Erin Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07387038151574307429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-32221392967521863872011-06-04T19:46:14.725-05:002011-06-04T19:46:14.725-05:00That would be one cool bike. There have to be loc...That would be one cool bike. There have to be locks that are reliable enough to prevent theft, aren't there?Lorenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18293128748533225039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-48018796056237629102011-06-02T18:39:01.295-05:002011-06-02T18:39:01.295-05:00It's looking great, if that's any consolat...It's looking great, if that's any consolation... :)Lorenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18293128748533225039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-87358422613827542372011-05-31T22:19:21.398-05:002011-05-31T22:19:21.398-05:00So glad to have you guys over! Your garden's l...So glad to have you guys over! Your garden's looking really good!Lorenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18293128748533225039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-80108393335360864452011-05-30T15:53:06.785-05:002011-05-30T15:53:06.785-05:00Is that... Tom Hanks and Shelley Long? It was wor...Is that... Tom Hanks and Shelley Long? It was worth checking out on NetflixErin Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07387038151574307429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-7911691520948789382011-05-30T14:53:54.968-05:002011-05-30T14:53:54.968-05:00I was thinking the other day that our house felt a...I was thinking the other day that our house felt a lot like a home, which was comforting. It's the 70's era and also made with real wood. There are nice big trees everywhere and we love that. I don't think trees even fit on the lots in new neighbourhoods, it's like they need to cover every inch of property with house! <br /><br />Our back screen door was replaced today and although it had to be, and it's a much nicer door, it's another expense. This year we're biting the bullet too and adding onto the mortgage in order to get some stuff fixed. I'd say so far it's about 1/2 surprise fixing and 1/2 planned fixing, which isn't bad. <br /><br />I've always wanted to watch that 80's movie "The Money Pit", about a couple who buys a house. I think I could relate.Lorenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18293128748533225039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-39248076302087574892011-05-23T20:58:29.250-05:002011-05-23T20:58:29.250-05:00Oh that ticks me off just hearing about it! I hope...Oh that ticks me off just hearing about it! I hope she gave that shop a piece of her mind.<br /><br />Exciting, your own domain! I look forward to seeing it!!!Lorenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18293128748533225039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-39492190192509411082011-05-23T20:50:39.828-05:002011-05-23T20:50:39.828-05:00Way to go! Amazing.Way to go! Amazing.Lorenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18293128748533225039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-77451774411698208452011-05-21T00:06:08.016-05:002011-05-21T00:06:08.016-05:00Give it two months and you'll make your Loonie...Give it two months and you'll make your Loonies and Toonies back. Congratulations!<br /><br />Corey KCorey Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15381826721030941179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-85726158437361598662011-05-20T15:32:01.048-05:002011-05-20T15:32:01.048-05:00The puree step didn't work as well as I would ...The puree step didn't work as well as I would like as there were still small chunks of banana in it. Next time, I'm putting the banana through a sieve.Erin Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07387038151574307429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-87937913077684152222011-05-20T10:21:35.896-05:002011-05-20T10:21:35.896-05:00heh- yeah my habit is not cheaper than gas right n...heh- yeah my habit is not cheaper than gas right now either. I wish I could say it was cheaper than prozac or therapy too- it might be equal if I went to someone over a long period of time. But it sure makes me happy- even if for just a short ride.<br /><br />VMamaVeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09519007680870604271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-70397814601887333342011-05-16T23:26:17.541-05:002011-05-16T23:26:17.541-05:00LOL @ the fondue finally smoothing out! It was so ...LOL @ the fondue finally smoothing out! It was so good!! The call from toddler girl was so sweet. The only solution is to spend lots of time with the aunties! :DLorenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18293128748533225039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-81996088386928325842011-05-16T23:24:05.332-05:002011-05-16T23:24:05.332-05:00Now that I think about it, there is one potential ...Now that I think about it, there is one potential problem, and that is brake reach. you might just be able to retrofit some centerpull brakes with a long enough reach to work with the smaller-diameter 650b rims, but as I recall, both Velouria and Somervillain's 650b bikes have cantilever brakes, in which each brake shoe is on a lever mounted to a post that is brazed or welded to the frame. The Nishiki would need that operation done if centerpulls wouldn't work. My suggestion would be to contact Velo Orange and see if they can help you figure out if the Nishiki is a good candidate for cnversion. They do sell all of the bits for that purpose, after all. or you could e-mail Somervillain or Velouria, They're both nice sorts, and knows loads about this stuff, far more than I do.Corey Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15381826721030941179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-1760142311025226222011-05-15T23:04:58.723-05:002011-05-15T23:04:58.723-05:00Corey - do you know if there is anyway to tell if ...Corey - do you know if there is anyway to tell if I bike is a good candidate for 650B conversion? Or is it just any 700C bike? Even if I do buy this bike, the upgrades would be a few years down the road. It's just that which ever road bike I get, I would want to be able to do the upgrade and have fenders and fluffy tires.Erin Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07387038151574307429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-17429775822331435302011-05-15T23:02:09.338-05:002011-05-15T23:02:09.338-05:00Hi Corey -
Thanks for the info, unfortunately I ...Hi Corey - <br /><br />Thanks for the info, unfortunately I don't have a local bike co-op. There are people trying to set one up and I have volunteered for whatever I can do to help, but it isn't up and running yet.<br /><br />I would LOVE to learn how to lace rims but even at my LBS there is only one guy who does it. As far as I know, it's one of only two bike shops in town that do this at all. Classes on bike repair are not offered anywhere that I can find. I really do live in the middle of nowhere.<br /><br />I have to admit I am being sucked in by the glorious stories of fast riding touring bikes that don't send you home with a dirty backside that Velouria and Somervillian post. I would adore a bike like Graham (V's Sam Hillborne).<br /><br />I was trying to find a way to buy this as a road bike to replace the 10 speed that went to oldest teenage daughter, V, because it is too small for me.<br /><br />More bike stories soon...Erin Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07387038151574307429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-36187127058283730882011-05-15T22:19:26.633-05:002011-05-15T22:19:26.633-05:00Hi Erin,
About BF- the vast majority of people se...Hi Erin,<br /><br />About BF- the vast majority of people seem to forget that there are real people on the other end of their comments. <br /><br />About the bike- a 650b conversion will involve either new wheels, or new rims laced onto the original hubs. The downside is that this can be time-consuming and/or expensive. <br />The upside is that those wheel & tire combinations are supposed to make some of the nicest-riding utility bikes EVAR. <br /><br />Velouria and Somervillain have me about convinced...<br /><br />Does your local co-op have the ability and skill to lace rims? If so, you can probably get it done with some help in a few evenings for relatively little money. Otherwise, some of the folks like Sixty-fiver (on BF)can likely help out from a bit farther away via the post.<br /><br />Corey KCorey Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15381826721030941179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-42640942536096012212011-05-13T23:05:06.417-05:002011-05-13T23:05:06.417-05:00Why one blogs is often a mystery, to themself. It ...Why one blogs is often a mystery, to themself. It is to me anyways, about why I blog! LOL On the one hand, I LOVE being open, sharing with others. I feel it's so important to be real in this 'fake' world. The fake makes me sad, and I want to change that in my own little way. Try to add in some 'reality', even if for no one else but myself and maybe my own family.<br /><br />On the other hand, it is hard to be completely open when, like you said, you don't know who is all reading so you have to be sure anything and EVERYthing you say is going to be "a-ok" with anyone and everyone. LOL I suppose if I didn't care how it would affect others, I wouldn't care but that's not how I can seem to blog.<br /><br />Anywho, all that to say, I enjoy reading here. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-74494671294060663892011-05-11T13:35:26.465-05:002011-05-11T13:35:26.465-05:00*sniffle* *hugs**sniffle* *hugs*Lorenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18293128748533225039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-53521334506971406902011-05-10T22:43:43.083-05:002011-05-10T22:43:43.083-05:00My first photo project is going to be "before...My first photo project is going to be "before" shots of our bad, peeling paint.Erin Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07387038151574307429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-59601853521595712972011-05-10T22:43:12.212-05:002011-05-10T22:43:12.212-05:00L - correct me if I'm wrong, it's a Sony a...L - correct me if I'm wrong, it's a Sony a350. The camera is currently packed up safely where Toddler girl can't get it. I'm not.Erin Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07387038151574307429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-4977152708041633042011-05-10T14:22:34.759-05:002011-05-10T14:22:34.759-05:00What did you end up with?! I love hearing about pe...What did you end up with?! I love hearing about people's cameras. :) Can't wait to see your new photos once you learn it!Homesteadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11375212855050762183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-59638442780471965322011-05-09T10:21:44.094-05:002011-05-09T10:21:44.094-05:00I am *so glad* that the camera has a good home. :)...I am *so glad* that the camera has a good home. :) Happy Mother's Day!Lorenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18293128748533225039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1524948223371144521.post-32368726337934922272011-05-07T21:43:21.652-05:002011-05-07T21:43:21.652-05:00Approving comments gets a little more challenging ...Approving comments gets a little more challenging because I don't want to name the kids on my blog. The majority of the comments are from people I know who go ahead and use names. I can't change that; I can only approve or deny publishing. Or for people who commented with a paypal address and told me to send them an invoice for x amount to get the guest bunny a vet visit.... Well....<br /><br />I wouldn't want my paypal address posted so, I will give the same care to yours. Especially when I only have the info because they are a nice person (who I "know" from other internet sites) who wants to help a bunny out.Erin Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07387038151574307429noreply@blogger.com