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Lara M

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Joined June 13th 2007

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~ The past is malleable and flexible, changing as our recollection interprets and re-explains what has happened - Peter Berger ~

About Me
> currently globetrotting...in pursue of love, food and adventures <

Enjoys an eclectic mix of activities and conversations...

If any of my photos or recipes interest you, please drop me a line, as well as, link back to my pet blog, Food Slate -- www.foodslate.com
Thanks for for your support, and for reading =)

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Monday Mumbles

January 30th 2012 00:01
Monday Mumbles
A few words …and a shrug along the way…

Lotus Root

Lotus root vegetarian nutrients vitamins vegetable


... rich in dietary fiber, vitamin c, potassium, thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin B6, phosphorus, copper and manganese

... texture is slightly crunchy and it has a mild sweet taste

... typically used in soups, sometimes it’s pickled for use as a condiment

... sometimes it’s candied to serve during certain festivals

... great in a stir-fry too!

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A new year, a fresh start...

January 18th 2012 00:24
Paulo Coelho free bird flowers


...time to "rewrite your destiny". Go forth and seize...




There's no better time than now to try doing the things we've always wanted to do...don't just think about it, try it...do it! At the very least, it'll still be an experience...

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Good Ol' Leftovers

November 30th 2011 07:39
Good Ol’ Leftovers

Leftovers ideas recipes quick easy vegetarian rice spinach


Leftovers are never wasted in our household. It’s always eaten up with gratitude especially after a busy day of work or running around. Usually it’s a quick and simple process of reheat and serve.

If you’re however feeling a bit more creative, leftovers can be the basic foundation of an exciting new dish. Here’s one of our quick and simple makeover of some leftovers – Spinach and Rice in Broth

The key ingredient is the delicious leftover sauce from this pasta dish. I usually make sure I’ve at least an extra cup of broth – cooled and frozen till I'm ready to use it.

Next, a key staple in many diets around the world, rice – doesn’t have to be *fancy* like this one. Just make sure you have enough rice for 2-4 servings – the one-cup of broth should be sufficient for 4 average servings. Rice can be either freshly cooked or leftovers.

Lastly, a bunch of greens of your choice – finely chopped.

What to do:
1…Heat saucepan and pour broth in. As soon as broth starts to simmer, stir in rice. Allow to simmer just for a few minutes; longer if you’re using leftover rice – rice should still be firm.

2…Add in finely chopped greens and cook till desired.

3…Salt to taste if necessary. I generally don’t, as there’s enough flavour from the initial dish.

There you go, quick and easy to put together and nutritious too. Enjoy!
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Live in the moment...

November 22nd 2011 10:16
flowers hibiscus Ecclesiastes Ecclesiastes3:1,11 live spirituality


To everything there is a season,

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Calcium and Vit C in a Glass

October 6th 2011 04:32
mango lassi vitamin-C calcium quick simple


I love it when mangoes are in season. The aromatic fragrance is enough to have you salivating as you impatiently peel and slice it. Though it can be fairly expensive, if you’re willing to put up with a few imperfect ones, you might be able to score a tray for a fairly low price at the markets


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What's an everlasting friend?

September 21st 2011 02:43
friendship rings true-friends


It's been said that everlasting friends can go for long periods of time without speaking and never question the friendship. These friends pick up like they just spoke yesterday, regardless of how long it has been or how far away they live, and they don't hold grudges.

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Sometimes you just want a bit of sauce...

August 10th 2011 23:45
Mushrooms no-cream sauce lowfat easy


I don’t particularly like heavy sauces with my food. So, anything with cream in it is avoided like the plague. However, sometimes you do just want some sauce on say, a piece of steak – though many have said that a good piece of steak cooked right shouldn’t need sauce… [ Click here to read more ]
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Turn a deaf ear and turn a blind eye?

July 29th 2011 00:01
relationship basics foundation communication understanding

What’s necessary to make it work?

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Simply Satisfying

June 17th 2011 04:27
crispy-skin Salmon omega-3 essential-fatty-acids easy recipes fried rice


He pulled his woollen hat over his ears and wrapped his scarf tighter around his neck. Squinting, trying to block out the blowing gale, he tried his hardest to walk normally on the footpath


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What's the basic foundation?

June 6th 2011 00:01
relationship foundation basics trust honesty communication insecurity


Just what is the basic foundation in a relationship? Some would say, communication. Others might say intimacy. Most might say trust or honesty


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on What's the basic foundation?

July 25th 2011 09:41


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Indeed, Michaelie
Yeah, I've heard many such incidents from friends (and friends of friends)...sad, but true...

Hope you're well too

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on Grilled chocolate figs

April 25th 2011 04:33


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Delicious idea! Healthy, and I get a chocolate fix too!

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on The Glenmore is Amazing and The Argyle is a Blacklisted Over Pretentious Shi*thole

April 12th 2011 00:36


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Isn't it annoying when people feel they have so much authority over you – just 'cos they can!? I've heard it's a nice place but your experience makes me think twice about checking it out now – maybe it's better earlier in the night...?

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on What do you eat for work lunch?

April 12th 2011 00:35


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<lol> Shocked and amused at the same time!
Having said that, had a Big Mac over the weekend...best hangover cure ever...shhh...

That aside, lunch is usually leftovers. Today's lunch...homemade tuna sandwich with chopped tomatoes, capers and jalapenos!

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on Sydney's Open Air Cinemas

April 11th 2011 07:46


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yes...those shoes!

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on Juicy Aussie Movie: Summer Coda

February 21st 2011 00:41


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Sounds hauntingly passionate... Will need to check it out.

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on Sydney's Open Air Cinemas

February 21st 2011 00:37


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Oh...I do enjoy those open air cinemas - especially on a cool balmy evening

p/s...are those your legs/feet?! Love the shoes!

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on The Odd Appearance...

February 20th 2011 07:41


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Michaelie...it is so difficult to sit down and blog these days. I have been busy with work but really there's no excuses 'cos I spend a fair bit of time gaming online too! <rofl> Don't tell Jon



Katyzzz...glad u understand



Tracy...I so understand what you mean! I do miss the old Orble crowd though...



Thank you for popping in, ladies. Hope all's well with everyone :-*

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on Under construction

January 11th 2011 10:35


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What news! Congrats Trace
Hope all's well with. Happy New Year!

BTW...love this post!

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Congrats to you too, Bryn

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on Easy Viewing: Top Ten Comfort Movies

January 11th 2011 04:47


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Like the list

I really enjoyed 'Love Actually' and could watch it again (and again!), as well as 'Music and Lyrics' ...but that's about as much of Hugh Grant I can take

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