Wednesday, January 31, 2018

香酥菠蘿吐司 pineapple toast

材料 ingredients
冷凍厚片土司 thick cut toast ………2 two
奶油 butter………50g (1/4 cup)
細砂糖 brown suger………50g (1/4 cup)
全蛋 egg ………20g (1)
高筋麵粉 flour………60g (1/2 cup)

準備工作 preparation
1. 烤箱以190 度預熱。Preheat the oven to 350 .
2. 奶油與蛋放置室溫退冰。Bring butter and egg to room temperature.

作法 how to
1. 奶油加細砂糖打發。Mix butter and sugar well.
2. 分次加入全蛋至攪拌均勻。Blend in egg.
3. 加入高筋麵粉拌勻。Lastly add in flour mix altogether smoothly.

4. 均勻抹至吐司上,劃出菱形紋路,放入烤箱上層以 190 度烤 8~10 分鐘至表面金黃即可。Spread the mixture onto the toast top, use spatula to make diamond pattern, bake at 350  for 8 -10 minutes or until golden brown.



不太成功,賣相不好,但還不錯吃。

Not so successful, tastes fine, not look quite right.

I used three regular toast instead and I had one whole egg was too much liquid for it, so the shape was not quite as it supposed to be.

carpet cleaning

The other day our company had a carpet cleaning service, and I didn't' know that nowadays, they were not just clean the carpet, they clean the table for you too, except they threw away the box (empty) that I tried to save for later use.

Terrible!

Tuesday, January 30, 2018

Matt Maher - Lord, I Need You

I enjoy worship songs very much, there's healing power and comfort and more.
"When I cannot stand I'll fall on You", what a privilege that we have in Jesus!


"Lord, I Need You"


Lord, I come, I confess
Bowing here I find my rest
Without You I fall apart
You're the One that guides my heart

Lord, I need You, oh, I need You
Every hour I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You

Where sin runs deep Your grace is more
Where grace is found is where You are
Where You are, Lord, I am free
Holiness is Christ in me

Lord, I need You, oh, I need You
Every hour I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You

So teach my song to rise to You
When temptation comes my way
When I cannot stand I'll fall on You
Jesus, You're my hope and stay

Lord, I need You, oh, I need You
Every hour I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You

You're my one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You

Daffodils

Group of four picture - Daffodils
It'll be perfect, if only that I can include the marvelously fragrant from it for you.


one group


Solo

Daffodils are considered as one of the heralds of spring. 

Monday, January 29, 2018

relationship

Relationship between people is subtle.

Some people you may see them day after day but don't even have a few words with.

Some people, you may meet them for only couple of times in the entire life, but you have strong impressions on them.

A friend's mom, she lived in Taiwan, she came to visit sometimes, and I only met for 3 or 4 times in total.

She passed away on January 20, and when I reminisce that the last time when she was here couple months earlier, she said that she was too old to fly again, proclaimed that that was the last time for her to come to America.

And I was joking with her, said, "Ms. Wu, you know what I was with the same fellowship as your son and daughter-in-law before, now I changed to a new fellowship and is with your daughter and your son-in-law, looks like I can never get away from Wu's family."

She laughed so hard and said, "when is your fellowship meet up, I wanted to join you?” I said, "Sure", and then her daughter-in-law, kindly reminded her that their fellowship is speaking English.

And then Ms. Wu said, next time when you come to Taiwan, I’ll buy you a meal.

It’s a not so perfect ending but I really appreciate for this special encountering.

She’s gentle, elegant, joyful, thoughtful and much more.

Sunday, January 28, 2018

以弗所書 6:10-18

I’d like to share some powerful Bible Verses.

Ephesians 6:10-18 The Armor of God



10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, 15 and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. 16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. 
Keep on Praying

18 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.
Genesis 12:2
“I will make you into a great nation,
    and I will bless you;
I will make your name great,
    and you will be a blessing.
有恩與你的主加倍祝福 

Luke 6:37 Judging Others
“Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.
有害與你的主審判論斷 Matthew 18: 21-22 The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant
21 Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?”
22 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.
原諒祝福便是釋放自我

Water Conservation


Since the drought, I tried my best on water conservation as possible.

For example, I save all the washing water into the bucket from washing fruits, vegetables and dishes.

Every time, I’m amazed by how much water that I use for washing. Not mention how much water we use for other daily usages, clothes washing or showering or bathing and so forth.

And I used those saving water to water our garden, from fruit trees to some vegetable plants and in between.

Though, the drought now maybe not serious, water conservation is still important, for we should cherish our living enviroment, the earth.

Friday, January 26, 2018

Souplantation

Last year I got a free birthday meal pass at around Christmas Day from Souplantation, does that mean I get to have the same birthday as Jesus Christ!? 

Another thing is last year I bought 8 of $25 Souplantation gift card with a promotion of 2 free meal passes for each $100 gift card purchase.

With that free birthday pass and two free promotional meal passes, we already used it for dinner at Souplantation last year.


So, if Souplantation give me another free birthday meal pass for my real birthday in June, that'll make us three have two times' lunch or dinner completely free. 

Older son

Some lovely young kids came to expo, only because my older son's mom (me) work there.

Being supported, so touched!

Free Gift

When your restroom light broke and you got a free Lamp right after, someone's watching over me!

Thursday, January 25, 2018

Lacy Park - 3

I call this, the Hula Dance Pine.

Say cheese!
Someone’s been waiting patiently for me to take picture.

After yesterday's Lacy Park Walk for 3 hours, my legs' were so painful, I can hardly walk.
And shame to tell my friend, don't want her to feel guilty about my achy at the same time.
Something surprise me is that the hurt was gone in no time, it proves that the pain is not due to walk too much but lack of exercise.

Believe it or not we went to walk around another 3 hours again at Lacy Park today. I felt really good not just the walk but being fellowship with her. Typically enjoyed her home cook healthy breakfast with love.

Additionally, I kind of have the fears of not be able to work continually for long hours and enough strength, handle the timing and the like for my upcoming new job.

But Lord says to me, do not fear and see for yourself. Lord even send an angel to walk me through all my concerns.

Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, for I am with you;
    do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Wednesday, January 24, 2018

aldi plaza

There was one time that I need to go to Chase Bank.

While I was driving I talked to myself that I want to walk to the bank instead of drive.


And then I drove to ALDI for grocery shopping, right at the corner of the same plaza is the Chase Bank, surprised!


Lacy Park - 2

Yesterday I was planning to do grocery shopping at Valu Mart, they have some great deal on Wednesday only.

But was struggle to make decision whether or I should drive far to do this shopping.

And it turned out that this supermarket is on my way to office from Lacy Park, problem solved!


Got really good budget price on bunch of vegetables and fruits for less than $13, two full of shopping bags of produce.

Lacy Park - 1

I have 3 different groups of friends, first one, a group of 3, include me, we meet almost every week, second group of 2, we meet once a month, the third group of 2, we meet once in a while.

When we meet, we walk, talk and sharing ups and down of our lives.


This week my first group of friends didn't get chance to meet this week, but God sent me another angel to meet with me and brought me some healthy food to share with.

Tired physically, soul refresh!

Psalm 119:114
You are my refuge and my shield;
    I have put my hope in your word.

Monday, January 22, 2018

Green Curry with Fish!


You might wonder why the dish is kind of dirty, because I forgot to take a picture until I had the second bowl, that's exactly how good it tastes, yum!

And as for the ingredients, I never have a fix ingredients or the amount that I used.

I have a big bunch of cooked spinach, bulb of garlic and some ginger, blend them all together for later use.

In the pot I have half and half, cream cheese and of course lot of curry powder, some extra cumin and turmeric cook them until almost boil, add in the blended spinach and fish, cook until the fish is done.

Tip: cook the rice first, this way you will enjoy this dish when the curry sauce done, no waiting period.

Recommendation: actually, here, I’ll again suggest you to use any green leaf vegetable that your family member(s) don't really enjoy while consume alone.


Sunday, January 21, 2018

Backyard

Yesterday the very first time that after couple months of depression, I walk outside alone to the backyard voluntarily besides my own has to do routine schedule like drive the kid to school, working, grocery shopping, go out with kids and friends and the like.

Enjoy the warm winter sunshine, admiring the wonderful God's creations, awe to see our dead backyard resuscitate, you might say that's because the rain from the other day. Yes, the rain did help for sure, but those old dying dry grass' covering the dirt keeps them away from the summer heat, the freezing cold of winter and preserve the moisture in the dirt at all time.

Often time, in the news we heard about how people, firefighters, parents and so on, they use their physical bodies, their lives to protect strangers, their children from fire or life threatening dangers.

I also thought about senior friends, they may be old, wrinkles all over, the hair is gray, they may sometimes talk the same topics over and over again, they move slowly; they are full of wisdom, they pray the best prayers, give warm welcome every time they see you, never tiring of smiling and give hugs and much more.

Friday, January 5, 2018

who do you go with


Totally agree with people said that it doesn’t matter that where do you go for vacation but who do you go with.

The first Christmas lights seeing at LA Zoo on 2017, the lights’ ok but what matter is I was with my sons, even it costs money to get in, wasting time in line to get the tickets and waiting in line to get in the zoo.

Also seeing all loving people enjoy lights, food and such together, the love is in the air.

An old couple, husband with walker and wife on wheel chair walk, talk and eat together, face to face, sweet!

Sierra madre


A city without traffic lights not even much of stop sign, a local supermarket with self-service sampling stands.

Saw an old lady, went to bank and then went home herself, what is the inside world of a people who cannot see any her surroundings.

People held a silent protesting against the President Trump in the middle of the city.

A quiet city with many nails and spa full of people being serviced and some were waiting, people here sure know how to indulge their lives.

There’s a good size of wine store with wine tasting, not interesting in to try it but felt it’s kind of special in this small town.

2017


A terrible way to end the old year and start a brand new year, both I and my older son were sick; no count down and no parade watching for this New Year.

Couple of days later when I got better and relax in bed, an uncontrollable crying came out of me, this didn't surprise me, I had this same kind of feeling before when I heard a worship song; I knew immediately that there's must be some hidden hurting or worry inside of me that the Lord simply want me to deal with and solve it but not alone with Him and a song come with it.
Good Good Father by Chris Tomlin (Lyric Video)

During this sickness, there was a period of time, felt like I was not just immersed in sorrow, pain and the fever, I was defeated, 

There were no prayers not for myself, not even for my own son.

I felt real bad about myself, as a mother, but the Lord told me that you know what, I was holding on you and your son at all time, praying for you non-stopping; for He is a good good Father that is who He is, and we are loved by Him tha tis who I am, period, no matter what.


Some terrible experiences while I was sick; I was hungry but I had no strength  to eat at all; so exhausted but I couldn't fall asleep; not any posture is comfortable;  every single bone and muscle of my body are so sore and painful.