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Richard
03-13-2014, 01:57 PM
Pizza anyone? Cooking for just myself gets boring after awhile ... ;)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=55760&size=1

Abnshrek
03-13-2014, 02:12 PM
You make your own dough w/ the Kitchen Aid there Richard?
Looks good regardless.. :^)

Richard
03-13-2014, 02:27 PM
You make your own dough w/ the Kitchen Aid there Richard?

You bet! And not just pizza ... :2127:

Abnshrek
03-13-2014, 02:48 PM
You bet! And not just pizza ... :2127:

I've been eyein' one of those for a while.. :^)

Kat2
03-13-2014, 04:13 PM
Got any left? I would love to know how to make a chewy crust. Got any hints? Mine is always like bread.

crazy banana
03-13-2014, 09:39 PM
Yum! Do you use a pizza stone? I love our "Hearth Stone" with its walls, not just for pizza but for any baking especially my bread baking.

Richard
03-13-2014, 09:52 PM
Yum! Do you use a pizza stone? I love our "Hearth Stone" with its walls, not just for pizza but for any baking especially my bread baking.

Yes, I have a 16" stone to match the 16" paddle. Bread ... that depends on the kind I'm making. "The Bread Bible" by Beranbaum is my steady reference.

Got any left? I would love to know how to make a chewy crust. Got any hints? Mine is always like bread.

I'd be happy to make some more - there is a definite lack of estrogen in my abode. But I realize it's a long drive from Florida. ;)

I let my dough rise for an hour and then roll it to size. I use cornmeal under the dough while rolling so that it is easy to manipulate in and out of the oven with the paddle. The dough recipe in "The Joy Of Cooking" is very good, and so are the ones in "The Best Pizza Is Made At Home" by D.R. German.

Richard
03-16-2014, 12:22 AM
Basic summary: not enough estrogen on this site to fully comprehend the thread.
:ha:

caliboy1994
03-16-2014, 01:10 AM
That's some mighty fine looking pizza you got there, Sir.

hanabananaman
03-16-2014, 09:59 AM
Richard looking at that pizza has me very hungry, looks very good. I was raised on Chicago deep dish and I have some dough that was made last night that I will be cooking in a few hours. If any of you are interested there is a recipe online by a guy that goes by the initials DKM. Google DKM pizza for the recipe for Ginos East pizza. At one time it was one of the top rated pizzas in the US. I use mostly organic ingredients and it is much better than most pizza I have had in restaurants. Cook at home, better ingredients lower cost and no mysteries in your food from filthy restaurant kitchens.

Richard
03-17-2014, 12:15 AM
Ok let's review just for the benefit of newcomers to this thread.

So yes I've been on sites like eHarmony and others for about a year. It seems that the subject of gardening sends most single women there fleeing in abject terror. Couple that with someone who likes the outdoors, doesn't own a car or television, rides a bicycle most places and rents a car when needed - this just doesn't fly very well with women who are just looking for sex over 50. Heck, I'm looking for a companion! Ideally, someone who doesn't need recreational drugs or religion to lead a happy life.

From my perspective, Bananas.org is a place I might make a connection with some like-minded people. Its just one of several venues I'm looking at, but certainly a worthwhile one.

I like an intelligent woman who knows what she wants. I'm looking for for a sensual person with little drama who would like to get to know each other and perhaps develop a long term relationship. I am a source of companionship, not money so golddiggers please don't reply.

I operate a small internet business from my home. As the saying goes - I'm the chef, cook, and bottle washer! In prior decades I was employed as a researcher and professor. I enjoy edible gardening to the extreme, there are about 60 fruit trees on the property. Red wines are my weak spot. I'm a widower with two grown daughters, one of whom still comes home for a few nights during summer and winter breaks. For the present I don't own a car and primarily get around by bicycle but rent a car when needed. My constant companion is a small retriever who enjoys accompanying me for bike rides.

If you'd like to know the rest of the scary details, please send a private message.

Kat2
03-17-2014, 08:54 AM
After a disastrously miserable long marriage and 1 last attempt at love, I've become a none. That you're a gardener would scare me off--the men in my life claimed to be such then dug up my most precious plants (weed, ya know!) or dictated how I could plant 24 sq feet on 8 acres. Done with green thumb wannabees for sure.

I met my "swan song" BF on a homesteading forum; that didn't work so well but I consider dating sites kind of creepy. Have you checked out local gardening clubs? Years ago they were filled with old folks; now the members are in my age group. Have you joined Gardenweb? I used to help organize the annual Mid Atlantic swap where 60+ folks gathered to trade plants and eat. I'm not a church or bar person and you probably aren't either so I won't suggest that. Are there any cycling groups in your area? How often do you walk your dog? And do you change out locations? A cute pooch on a leash is, I'm told, a chick magnet.

Good luck! May you find a special friend soon.

Abnshrek
03-17-2014, 09:08 AM
Lure them w/ Pizza & Beer.. j/k I hear there's a site like go fishing (http://www.gofishdating.com/) or something like that.. Might catch you one.. :^)

Richard
03-21-2014, 05:35 PM
How about some fresh Valencia oranges?

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=55332&size=1

lmswayne
03-24-2014, 04:53 PM
Ok let's review just for the benefit of newcomers to this thread.

So yes I've been on sites like eHarmony and others for about a year. It seems that the subject of gardening sends most single women there fleeing in abject terror. Couple that with someone who likes the outdoors, doesn't own a car or television, rides a bicycle most places and rents a car when needed - this just doesn't fly very well with women who are just looking for sex over 50. Heck, I'm looking for a companion! Ideally, someone who doesn't need recreational drugs or religion to lead a happy life.

From my perspective, Bananas.org is a place I might make a connection with some like-minded people. Its just one of several venues I'm looking at, but certainly a worthwhile one.

I like an intelligent woman who knows what she wants. I'm looking for for a sensual person with little drama who would like to get to know each other and perhaps develop a long term relationship. I am a source of companionship, not money so golddiggers please don't reply.

I operate a small internet business from my home. As the saying goes - I'm the chef, cook, and bottle washer! In prior decades I was employed as a researcher and professor. I enjoy edible gardening to the extreme, there are about 60 fruit trees on the property. Red wines are my weak spot. I'm a widower with two grown daughters, one of whom still comes home for a few nights during summer and winter breaks. For the present I don't own a car and primarily get around by bicycle but rent a car when needed. My constant companion is a small retriever who enjoys accompanying me for bike rides.

If you'd like to know the rest of the scary details, please send a private message.

Richard,
you build have good taste ,you garden and grow cool stuff, you have a good sense of humor, you cook. I would think women would chasing you down like a hunter with a deer.

lmswayne
03-24-2014, 05:49 PM
How about some fresh Valencia oranges?

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=55332&size=1

OK Richard,
All good thoughts and suggestions, The fishing I don't know. But I think some day you will turn a corner at the nursery and who you have been looking for will be standing there with some exotic plant in hand and bike out side. Good luck my friend if I were single I would look you up.

harveyc
03-24-2014, 10:38 PM
I've been working on improving my fitness lately through exercise and more attentive eating habits. Fortunately, I'm happily married and my wife and I are both in decent health. In reviewing different exercise routines online I saw some where guys claimed that they were a hot commodity with women because of their fitness successes. I don't take these comments all that seriously but I think that the exercise does make one feel better and that probably shows through to others so it's something worth thinking about. Whatever the outcome, improving one's fitness is a worthy goal in itself.

PR-Giants
03-25-2014, 07:53 AM
A bench, lat machine, & EZ curl bar is all you really need. And 20 minutes a day.

An extra 50 lbs of muscle only hurts your dunking, no hoops no problem.


I've been working on improving my fitness lately through exercise and more attentive eating habits. Fortunately, I'm happily married and my wife and I are both in decent health. In reviewing different exercise routines online I saw some where guys claimed that they were a hot commodity with women because of their fitness successes. I don't take these comments all that seriously but I think that the exercise does make one feel better and that probably shows through to others so it's something worth thinking about. Whatever the outcome, improving one's fitness is a worthy goal in itself.

Richard
03-25-2014, 06:15 PM
A bench, lat machine, & EZ curl bar is all you really need. And 20 minutes a day.

An extra 50 lbs of muscle only hurts your dunking, no hoops no problem.

A six-mile round-trip ride on a bicycle with supine handle bars works equally well.

PR-Giants
03-26-2014, 07:19 AM
It's not the same, it's not even close, actually it's completely different.

I've been weight training for over forty years and it's become a lifestyle, I eat high protein/high calorie food. I'll drink a half gallon of milk before considering a soda.



What physically attracts a woman has been studied for decades and the most meaningful number comes down to waist/chest ratio, 0.6 is good and no idea what's bad.

Now this might not help you find Mrs. Wright, but it will Shirley find you plenty of Mrs. Wright Now.

I sincerely hope this helps.

Good Luck

A six-mile round-trip ride on a bicycle with supine handle bars works equally well.


This part is in jest, but could be true...

A pair of 25's might equal a 50.

Richard
03-26-2014, 09:25 AM
It's not the same, it's not even close, actually it's completely different.

Oh I was just referring to weight loss.

harveyc
03-26-2014, 09:33 AM
For every pound of additional muscle the body burns approximately 50 calories/day. The cardio exercise of bicycling is also healthful, one should get their heart rate up for at least 20 minutes.

Abnshrek
03-26-2014, 09:34 AM
I just wanna know does anyone put Banana's on their Pizza..? :^)

Richard
03-26-2014, 12:32 PM
I just wanna know does anyone put Banana's on their Pizza..? :^)

You bet!

crazy banana
03-26-2014, 11:15 PM
Banana Split Brownie Pizza Recipe : Paula Deen : Food Network (http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/banana-split-brownie-pizza-recipe.html)

Richard
03-27-2014, 12:45 AM
My version is just Canadian Bacon and Pineapple with Banana.

PR-Giants
03-27-2014, 10:05 AM
Oh I was just referring to weight loss.

I don't think you can prevent weight loss if you're active, it's just part of aging.

I've been on the Sumo Diet Plan (http://japanese.lingualift.com/blog/what-sumo-eat-wrestlers-diet/) for years, but at my doctor's office yesterday I was 4 lbs lighter, it's been a pattern for years.
Went to Walgreens afterwards and had a half gallon of milk and a bag of REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups before going to lunch.

Don't take this as a joke, I'm 100% serious.

Weight training helps but it's not the silver bullet.

Richard
03-27-2014, 12:02 PM
I don't think you can prevent weight loss if you're active, it's just part of aging.

Prevent? I'm promoting!!

PR-Giants
03-28-2014, 10:10 AM
Prevent? I'm promoting!!

WoW!!!

I've heard that even a blind squirrel can find a nut, but that's out of necessity not by choice.

Weight Training for Osteoporosis: Exercise for Women (http://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/living-with-osteoporosis-7/weight-training)

Bone density sharply enhanced by weight training, even in the elderly (http://www.naturalnews.com/010528.html)

Best Exercises to Prevent Osteoporosis (http://weighttraining.about.com/od/weighttrainingforhealth/a/osteo.htm)

Richard
03-28-2014, 11:06 AM
A pair of 25's might equal a 50.

The area I live in is not flat. If I ride my bicycle towards the beach, its about five miles -- out of which I'll pedal about 200 yards because it's mostly downhill. So in terms of exercise it is the round trip that counts because the effort is on the way home.

Generally my daily ride is about 6 miles round-trip through the local neighborhood with my dog. It's safer for the dog and more pleasant in terms of traffic. The dog gets a full 40 minute workout but my portion is only 25 minutes.

Hammocked Banana
03-29-2014, 11:50 AM
Curls for the Girls! Haha all joking aside weight training is not for everyone and can be hard on the joints, even if done correctly. Training and competing in kickboxing/muay thai for the last 6 years has dialed down my weight training and I tend to go with more body weight exercises and high intensity "sprint" runs. When I was a teen, adding muscle was all the rave but when it comes down to it in a competitive sense, not always the best route. What do biceps do for you in your daily life? A strong back and legs with help you with daily activities and help prevent injuries. Another thing I have learned in my sport is you are never too old to hit a punching bag. Its great for getting in shape, builds muscle and the pounds will fall off, plus it makes your feel like a million bucks!

Richard
03-29-2014, 03:52 PM
Curls for the Girls! Haha all joking aside weight training is not for everyone and can be hard on the joints, even if done correctly. Training and competing in kickboxing/muay thai for the last 6 years has dialed down my weight training and I tend to go with more body weight exercises and high intensity "sprint" runs. When I was a teen, adding muscle was all the rave but when it comes down to it in a competitive sense, not always the best route. What do biceps do for you in your daily life? A strong back and legs with help you with daily activities and help prevent injuries. Another thing I have learned in my sport is you are never too old to hit a punching bag. Its great for getting in shape, builds muscle and the pounds will fall off, plus it makes your feel like a million bucks!

Oh! A sensible person!!

Kat2
03-29-2014, 07:03 PM
I don't think you can prevent weight loss if you're active, it's just part of aging. Not so sure about that. My mother, who was very overweight all of her adult life, claimed that her family always got slimmer as they aged. (She did also but probably because her 1st colon surgery was so botched she ended up with a stomach reduction.) My father, who was skinny as a rail, developed a little tummy in later life. (His mother got bigger and bigger as she aged but the paternal side was basically built like him.) I'm waiting to see if my very huge sisters and brother, who were thin when young while I was wearing those humiliating plus sizes until college, follow the supposed maternal pattern. Me? Apparently I not only have Dad's lizard strength, I'm following his body type. I'm a bit chubby at 130 these days but, even when I'm 117 and walking/moving a lot, I have that blasted belly that no amount of targeted exercise abates.

Richard
03-29-2014, 07:09 PM
... I'm a bit chubby at 130 these days but, even when I'm 117 and walking/moving a lot, I have that blasted belly that no amount of targeted exercise abates.

Or pizza!

PR-Giants
03-29-2014, 08:11 PM
Curls for the Girls! Haha all joking aside weight training is not for everyone and can be hard on the joints, even if done correctly. Training and competing in kickboxing/muay thai for the last 6 years has dialed down my weight training and I tend to go with more body weight exercises and high intensity "sprint" runs. When I was a teen, adding muscle was all the rave but when it comes down to it in a competitive sense, not always the best route. What do biceps do for you in your daily life? A strong back and legs will help you with daily activities and help prevent injuries. Another thing I have learned in my sport is you are never too old to hit a punching bag. Its great for getting in shape, builds muscle and the pounds will fall off, plus it makes your feel like a million bucks!

Not really,

In the United States the Private High Schools recruit the top athletes in the state. Which also means they get the most attention from college scouts. I was a Nose Tackle and being one of the strongest men in the state was the best option.

What do biceps do for you in your daily life?

pick something up.
throw something.
pull something.
You should at the very least be able to curl your woman.

A strong back and legs will help you...

Not really, when lifting heavy objects the grip/forearm is the weakest link.
If you can't grip it, you can't lift it, the weight is almost irrelevant.

plus it makes your feel like a million bucks

Pick up a pencil and feel every individual muscle that was used, now that feels like a million bucks.

It's a lifestyle, if you don't lift you probably can't understand.

BTW, I'm a skinny 248 now and would rather be 285.


March 30
http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae272/keithpr1/Me/Memar-30_zps6245cd98.jpg (http://s979.photobucket.com/user/keithpr1/media/Me/Memar-30_zps6245cd98.jpg.html)

Richard
03-29-2014, 08:26 PM
... BTW, I'm a skinny 248 now and would rather be 285.

And your height?

cincinnana
03-29-2014, 09:34 PM
You should at the very least be able to curl your woman..
Photo please.......:woohoonaner:

After 6 kids my wife's nickname is Madea.... the only thing i am curling up to is her feet.... or her watermel:ha:

Richard
03-29-2014, 09:48 PM
After 6 kids my wife's nickname is Madea...

I had to look that up: Wikipedia - Madea (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madea)

Followed by information on the actor who plays the part: Wikipedia - Tyler Perry (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyler_Perry), rated in 2010 by Forbes as the highest paid man in entertainment; he earned $130 million between May 2010 and 2011.

cincinnana
03-29-2014, 10:35 PM
I had to look that up: Wikipedia - Madea (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madea)

Followed by information on the actor who plays the part: Wikipedia - Tyler Perry (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyler_Perry), rated in 2010 by Forbes as the highest paid man in entertainment; he earned $130 million between May 2010 and 2011.

Ahhhhh Sorry for the confuse.....similar characteristics but 129,990 less income.
After seeing her pic ....you get the message:ha:
Still...Can't curl it.

lmswayne
04-01-2014, 05:24 PM
Not so sure about that. My mother, who was very overweight all of her adult life, claimed that her family always got slimmer as they aged. (She did also but probably because her 1st colon surgery was so botched she ended up with a stomach reduction.) My father, who was skinny as a rail, developed a little tummy in later life. (His mother got bigger and bigger as she aged but the paternal side was basically built like him.) I'm waiting to see if my very huge sisters and brother, who were thin when young while I was wearing those humiliating plus sizes until college, follow the supposed maternal pattern. Me? Apparently I not only have Dad's lizard strength, I'm following his body type. I'm a bit chubby at 130 these days but, even when I'm 117 and walking/moving a lot, I have that blasted belly that no amount of targeted exercise abates.

we all do after well lets put it this way- as time goes by. In my case a lot of time.

Kat2
04-01-2014, 05:37 PM
I haven't seen 130 30 years enough with the training back to the bananas or Richards New House and Garden. Sorry Kat It is just that 130 really how tall are you.Used to be 5'5 1/2" but am probably 5'4' now. I was a very fat kid so missed out on wearing mini shirts and such; I entered college at 155 wearing men's 34 jeans quite snugly; I believe I invented the muffin top. Lost 30lbs 1st semester and have basically kept it gone during the years since. (I did weigh 176.5 just before my son was born but was back in the 120s within 6 months.) IMO it's far easier to eat carefully and sacrifice a little daily than to employ draconian efforts. I hate dieting!

Nicolas Naranja
04-02-2014, 11:50 AM
I like to use bunches of Hua Moa as dumbells. I need to get back into lifting again.

Richard
04-02-2014, 01:27 PM
I have plenty of strength and endurance from bicycle riding, lifting bags of fertilizer, and landscape projects. I just need more estrogen in my life -- not a serial dater but someone honestly looking for a long term companion.
:lurk:

Richard
04-23-2014, 09:33 PM
On tonight's menu: omelette with shiitake mushrooms, chinese chicken sausage, green onions, and cheddar cheese served on a bed of sliced avocado.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=55334&size=1

harveyc
05-15-2014, 03:18 PM
Saw this blog entry and Richard came to mind.... :)

How To Marry The Right Girl: A Mathematical Solution : Krulwich Wonders... : NPR (http://www.npr.org/blogs/krulwich/2014/05/15/312537965/how-to-marry-the-right-girl-a-mathematical-solution)

Kat2
05-15-2014, 03:31 PM
Saw this blog entry and Richard came to mind.... :)

How To Marry The Right Girl: A Mathematical Solution : Krulwich Wonders... : NPR (http://www.npr.org/blogs/krulwich/2014/05/15/312537965/how-to-marry-the-right-girl-a-mathematical-solution)I thought 5 took herself out of the running...there's more to this story!:ha:

Richard
07-05-2014, 09:26 PM
For every pound of additional muscle the body burns approximately 50 calories/day. The cardio exercise of bicycling is also healthful, one should get their heart rate up for at least 20 minutes.

So far I've lost 35 lbs. I'm becoming a clean, lean, cooking machine :)

Kat2
07-05-2014, 10:06 PM
So far I've lost 35 lbs. I'm becoming a clean, lean, cooking machine :)Pffft. I'm doing some landscaping in the neighborhood and sweating bullets but the scale hasn't budged for me. Sure I have a superb farmer's tan and my shorts are looser but, even dining on skinny foods like sushi, I'm still chubby. If pizza is the key, I'm in!

Abnshrek
07-05-2014, 11:25 PM
I dumped over 12lbs in the last 2 weeks on the no snack & pizza diet.. :v)

Kat2
07-05-2014, 11:43 PM
I dumped over 12lbs in the last 2 weeks on the no snack & pizza diet.. :v)Great! I don't snack; pizza was my last hope. Guess I need to fast these 10 lbs off--sweating the fat out isn't working. In my next life I'm coming back male. Male fly is okay I guess. Sheesh!

Richard
07-05-2014, 11:56 PM
Pffft. I'm doing some landscaping in the neighborhood and sweating bullets but the scale hasn't budged for me. Sure I have a superb farmer's tan and my shorts are looser but, even dining on skinny foods like sushi, I'm still chubby. If pizza is the key, I'm in!

Sushi is only a skinny food if the calories you eat are significantly less than the calories you burned during the day. Sashimi has less calories than sushi because sushi rice contains sugars.

I attribute my weight loss to (1) a lot of aerobic exercise and (2) keeping my daily food calorie intake below 1800. I'm 6 foot tall and somewhat muscular. Persons of different heights and body type should do some research to determine their daily calorie limits.

:woohoonaner:

harveyc
07-06-2014, 12:16 AM
So far I've lost 35 lbs. I'm becoming a clean, lean, cooking machine :)

Big congtrats, Richard!

I've lost about 25 pounds since February and probably put on about 5 pounds of muscle and am feeling better than I have in a long time. Other than a brief period 8 years ago when I was on methadone for pain from nerve damage and went through some serious insomnia and loss of appetite, I'm lighter than I have been at any point for somewhere between 10-15 years and am able to carry out laborious tasks much easier and with more enjoyment. Your accomplishment is plenty to be proud of and I hope it brings happiness to your life that is apparent to those around you. Good job!

harveyc
07-06-2014, 12:29 AM
Richard, I've recently made some changes to my exercise regimen after doing more research and reading this info:

Welcome to MedFitness (http://www.umich.edu/~medfit/resistancetraining/timingiseverything101705.html)
How Long Should You Work Out at the Gym? | LIVESTRONG.COM (http://www.livestrong.com/article/462121-how-long-should-you-work-out-at-the-gym/)

Just passing it on in case it may be useful to you or others. My exercises had usually been taking me 70-90 minutes (3-4 times per week) as it was but I switched my weight training to the beginning of my program each night. I found the first link very interesting in explaining how the body uses up energy resources.

I am using a Vivofit fitness band. Although it isn't perfect and not all that big of a part of my fitness program, it is sometimes helpful to motivate me to get off my butt. I had a "kick my butt" day today (a little over 18,000 steps running around my alfalfa fields and picking up a few hundred sprinkler pipes, etc.) so I deserve to sit for a bit tonight. Some day, though, I see that I slacked off too much so I try to do better the next day.

Richard
07-06-2014, 07:12 PM
My current exercise regimen involves trenches, irrigation pipes and parts, daily bicycle rides with the dog, and frequent bicycle rides to the store for groceries.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=56361&size=1

Kat2
07-06-2014, 07:54 PM
Are you testing missiles there?

Richard
07-06-2014, 08:53 PM
Are you testing missiles there?

No, I do that at Vandenberg.