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First off sorry haven’t been on in a while. I have been reading the news online lately. And the idea that we can go after big tobacco companies is getting out of hand. I am a smoker and I would not go after Cigarette Co.s. I know my chances and that is on us the smoker not the tobacco companies. We can read the warnings and make our own decisions. So why do people still place blame on everyone else? If they put chemicals in the cigs and knowingly know they could hurt us than yes go after them. I smoke organic cigarettes and you can tell the difference. So lets stop placing blame on everyone else. If we do so the Cig companies might be able to expand and put people to work rather than pay the lawyers and court cost. Not to mention the fines they receive. Its no wonder the US is so happy to take people to court and to get a free ride from others. Our law makers we elect are allowing these things to go on. It needs to stop. It would prolly help lower our taxes. I could go on and on about this but I won’t.

Also States and Federal Govt. should change the income tax plan. Why not everyone just pay 10% of their wages for taxes. (Instead of 30 % or more) And the govt. not give any tax returns. If the State and Feds split this however needed. It would put more money in the American pocket.
It would also give the states and Feds more money. And the people who don’t work or try to work don’t get a tax refund. We have Welfare to help people in need. So why do we give them welfare and a family of 6 around 8 to 10 thousand a year in tax returns. They didn’t work so they didn’t pay any. They should get any. It would save the state and fed govt. a load of money.

Hoping to get a few new videos out this fall. Cooking pizza over a fire. (mmmm Good). Cooking fish out side in the coals. Tin foil dinners. We will try and get them done and up as soon as possible. Have to try out the new editing software.

Well its starting to get cool here in Michigan. Trying to get bathroom remodeled and cabin closed for the winter. Heading to Cali in 2 weeks. (Hopefully the snow will hold off) Made the bathroom bigger this year With new everything. I remodeled the kitchen when I got back. I bought a new induction cook set in Arizona this past winter. I love it every thing takes about a third of the time. I have not found in compromise in taste or in tenderness. We got the best Royal Prestige. It is a little costly but pans are guaranteed for life and nothing sticks. The other good points is you don’t need oil or water when cooking (unless it is something like eggs) . I was very busy this summer so my 13 year old daughter did most of the cooking. She did a great job. It was a warm beautiful summer this year. Most of the time it was warmer here in Michigan than in California. Hoping to have a good winter in Cali although seems like the rest of the year will be busy. I leave the 26th and on the 29th have an album release party in Long Beach for Twinkle U Check It out online. Then of coarse Halloween in West Hollywood on Sunday. And then to LA for Taxi. Trying to go to Panama for a vacation sometime in December, and would like to go to Vegas. And of coarse try to fit in work. Lol Well its going to be a nice day so need to get my day lined up. Thanks For Reading

Well summer is over. I have been working alot here in Michigan. It was a warm beautiful summer. Now into fall a lot of rain and cooler weather. As much as I like it here in Michigan I can not wait to get back to California for the winter. My Daughter of 13 and son 12 did most of the cooking this summer, while I was working. That was a nice change. And they did a good job. Got a few new recipes. Been doing a lot of remodeling when time allows.

This is a little off my normal path. The Bigger movie chains are going to raise prices 25 to 40 percent. There reasoning is movies have hit an all time high. They feel they should take advantage of it. I say IF WE BOYCOTT THEM FOR A WEEK THEY WILL GET THE MESSAGE. Not only get the message but loose a lot of revenues. They already charge enormous amounts for pop,and snacks. The pop cost them around 25 cents for a med pop and a large popcorn only costs them around 35 cents. I think they are already taking advantage of us. They should be happy they are doing well. Not only that it gives the youths of the nation something to do. Instead of being out getting into trouble. In these times I am sure that the parents are having enough trouble being able to afford allowing the children to go to the movies. I think we should all boycott for a week. The prices are supposed to go up this Friday
April 2nd.

Just got back from Michigan. I bought a new set of pans and had them delivered to Michigan. They are induction cook ware pans and I bought two burners to go with them. The heat up and cook amazingly fast. While there we had 4 dinner parties. and I used them for each one. You can even bake in them on top of a burner. I tried a few old recipes from my mom and a few new ones. It was a nice time to visit Michigan even though they had snow it was nice weather. Back to the cook wear. It isdesigned for water less and oil less cooking. It took me about 15 min total to make mashed potatoes for 10. and cooked 10 filet Mignon in about 6 min medium rare. The set I bought is costly but they are guaranteed for life. The coffee pot is my favorite. It makes 12 cups in about 4 min I know you people with a bunn or others can makea pot faster but this is a peculator. It can be set on low or really high for fast cooking. I did get to use all the cookwear but I am happy with what I used. They only use 5 watts of power to cook. So you could run them off a car battery or a solar panel, which I am working at getting. It is a fast easy way to cook for those with less time. And with the waterless and oil less cooking it is healthier more vitamins in your veggies and no oils in you other cooking. You do need to use a little oil or cooking spray to bake and cook eggs.

We had a dinner party Saturday night 1/09/10, I was not sure on what I wanted for dessert.  I kept tossing things in the air and changed my mind a few times. I came across this recipe for a vanilla sour cream pie. It is simple and easy. You can either make a homemade pudding or buy a vanilla pudding mix. It is easier with a mix. You make the pudding by following directions on the back of the box but only use half the milk and substitute the other half with sour cream. I then took two fresh limes and squeezed the juice into the pudding. But that in a Graham cracker crust. Sliced a few fresh strawberries any berry will do, put plastic wrap or wax paper pushing all air out. Let chill a few hours and topped it with fresh creme (I use heavy cream whip it add very little sugar and some vanilla.) It was very good and probably a little less calories than cheese cake.  It went very well with the rest of the meal.  We started with a potato leek soup, then had mixed veggies (parsnip, carrots and green pepper) I steamed them to almost done rinsed in cold water to stop cooking.  When dinner was almost done I put them in a pan with olive oil and Braggs seasoning till hot again. We also had Fillet Mignon, cooked outside over real wood (oak) not charcoal it was very delicious.  I also with main entree scampied some shrimp and added heavy cream to it put it over some orzo. Of course we had a couple of nice wines to go with it. A friend brought this wonderful Fetta and roasted pepper dip along with toasted pita chips which was a great starter.

Well I am sure most as well as myself, have indulged a little over the holidays – well its time to detox and get back into shape. Eating more veggies and fruits will help us do that. It help put our systems back in line. As well as clean out toxins in our system and help to lower the acids from all the extra meat and sweets. Eating one or two oranges a day will help, along with low acid veggies like avocado’s and cucumbers. The acid in the oranges is different so it does help to change the PH levels in your body. Getting a little extra exercise will also help (even if it is just parking an extra 50 to 100 feet farther away from stores). Plus your car is less likely to get dinged up from other cars. Eating a well balance meal is always important (fruits veggies, grains and meats but less meats and grains). I know I ate extra beef and sea foods over the holidays. Lots of cookies and desserts and of course-the wine. Its good to take a break from the spicy foods for a while. I like heat but use others like oregano and basil will actually help and is very good for the immune system. Lighten up on the garlic and onions once in a while also (I know it helps the flavor of food but taking a break also helps to). Drinking extra water will help to flush out toxins. I don’t mean drink extra tea or coffee. Just plain ole water does wonders for our digestive system. It also is good to clean the blood and help circulation.
As well as the absorption rate of other foods and vitamins. I find yoga helps with a lot of things. Mental well being, circulation and toning up the body. 1 Hour of yoga is equal to 4 hrs of working out in the gym or running. Also keeps joints flexible. So just keep in mind taking care of your body now will help in our retirement years for a good and healthy life.

Currently I am in California for the winter. It has been busy I have a private chef company. Its been doing well. We have a busy few months ahead of us. I will be going to Arizona for 2 weeks to Quartzite, then home for two weeks and going to Michigan for a week. The Holidays and New Year were spent with family and friends (around work that is) and enjoying life a little. Been trying some new recipes. I am now going to a Chinese doctor who is versed in ancient Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. Using these older medicines are better for everyone.  Making use of acupuncture, warm baths,  herbs,  flowers, wood and bark, etc.  as the medicine. Unlike traditional Western medicines with chemicals that have side effects we only find out by being the test subjects ourselves.  It seems that the side effects or long term effects of Western Medicine is worse than the problem they are trying to fix. In Michigan I see a Holistic Doctor who uses herbs and flower oils rather than pharmaceuticals to treat her patients. Whether it is the Chinese or Holistic tradition – eating right is very important.  I also try to follow a blood type diet (which varies greatly for each of the 4 blood types). When I do follow it about 75 % of the time I feel much better and energized.

Here in Northern Michigan. Its fall here trees are turning the air is getting cooler and all the animals are getting ready for winter. Its beautiful here in Michigan this time of year. The trees getting ready to loose their leaves the water turning a dark gray as it gets cooler. The animals getting thicker coats of fur while others flocking to go south for the winter. And of course the southern vacationers go south also. Some of our Michigan natives go south for the winter to avoid the cold winters here. So it gets very quiet here in Michigan. Then once the snow comes people re appear for the skiing and snowmobiling. Some just come to enjoy the beautiful sites, with snow covered trees and hills. The lake frozen over crisp clean air. I do miss the scenery but not the cold. Which is why I live in California for the winter.