So I've been watching some of the old James Bond movies, especially the ones with Sean Connery. Tonight I watched On Her Majesty's Secret Service, which starred George Lazenby (a one-time Bond; Connery was asking for more money) and Diana Rigg. I think Judy had mentioned her before; she starred in The Avengers or something? Anyway, she was very good. The film had breathtaking snow chase sequences, in snowmobiles and on skis. Eric was riveted as well. Then there was a sad ending :( But otherwise, a very good movie.
Vegetable personalities
At the risk that you'll all think I'm nuts...but heck. I was getting cauliflower ready for dinner and it occurred to me that vegetables have different personalities. In my mind, anyway. Zucchini: the most agreeable of vegetables. It blends in with everyone, but it's never obsequious or false to itself. Sweet potatoes: the grandmother of vegetables. Very cozy and welcoming. Cauliflower: kind of bland, devoid of personality, but it could surprise you sometimes. Like a dull guy who occasionally tells a funny joke at the water cooler. Broccoli: feisty. Like a terrier. Spinach: kind of dour, but a loyal friend. Kale: has a fierce sense of individuality, but like spinach, is a loyal friend. Kale's affections last for life. Corn: this one is kind of a party animal. Corn is still drinking beer and making a mess when you'd like to be closing up. Tomatoes: a little sloppy. The kind of vegetable that needs to be reminded to tuck its shirt into its pants. Cabbage: not invited t
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