Is it really 11 days since my last post and I stiil haven't much to report. The main reason I haven't done much is because I haven't been well. Last week I got a stomach bug and a lot of time visiting the bathroom throne, I was really lethargic, just didn't feel like doing anything.
I didn't even plat TT, missed my first match for 2 seasons but lucily it was a up game because we need to be at full strength in the league.
On a better note I've got my internet changed over to my new provider and I'm now using my new laptop.
Tuesday, 23 February 2010
Friday, 12 February 2010
Update
In my last post I was quite surprised that Celtic Girl asked what "Gammon" is until I checked out a website for an explanation and found it was purely a British Cut of Pork from the hind leg of a Pig.
So here is the explanation :-
For those who are unaware Gammon is from an Old Northern French word "Gambe" for hind- leg of the pig or ham. However, if one wants a whole ham then a ham is ordered, if one wants part of the ham (usually boned and rolled or cut into steaks) that portion of the ham is usually called Gammon. All of our hams and gammon are cured using the over 300 year old "Wiltshire Cure" method.
Gammon Bacon cured using the "Wiltshire Cure" method, boned and cut into 3 Lb. joints. It can be sliced to make gammon steaks, boiled to make ham sandwiches or baked . Joints are sold by weight on the scale labels.
Gammon Steaks Each steak Center cut (across the bone). Each steak is 3/8 in. thick weighing approximately 12 oz in weight and individually shrink wrapped. To make each steak into two Gammon Half-moon Steaks simply cut in half lengthways. Each steak is sold by the weight on the scale label.
I'll add I like my Gammon Steaks topped with Pineapple but some prefer a Fried Egg with it.
Moving on I'll soon be changing my internet provider, the change over is scheduled for the 18th Februry so if I'm not online after that date I've hit snags, still actually waiting for my wireless router which I thought would be here by now. I'm going to phone them Monday if its not arrived by then.
Not too much else to report, life is just moving on, haven't yet booked any holidays although been looking at a few options. Been playing my Pool and TT matches in the local leagues. We've about sewn up the Selby league at TT after wupping our main rivals.
However the York league is a different issue we are top but by only one point with 9 matches to go. Its the closest its been in living memory a real two horse race ans the other teams are miles behind. We've 9 matches to play and 10 points is available in each match, us and our rivals are averaging 8.5 per match which must be some kind of record. The two teams clash on March 9th and I'm really looking forward to that one but I've a feeling its going to the wire.
So here is the explanation :-
For those who are unaware Gammon is from an Old Northern French word "Gambe" for hind- leg of the pig or ham. However, if one wants a whole ham then a ham is ordered, if one wants part of the ham (usually boned and rolled or cut into steaks) that portion of the ham is usually called Gammon. All of our hams and gammon are cured using the over 300 year old "Wiltshire Cure" method.
Gammon Bacon cured using the "Wiltshire Cure" method, boned and cut into 3 Lb. joints. It can be sliced to make gammon steaks, boiled to make ham sandwiches or baked . Joints are sold by weight on the scale labels.
Gammon Steaks Each steak Center cut (across the bone). Each steak is 3/8 in. thick weighing approximately 12 oz in weight and individually shrink wrapped. To make each steak into two Gammon Half-moon Steaks simply cut in half lengthways. Each steak is sold by the weight on the scale label.
I'll add I like my Gammon Steaks topped with Pineapple but some prefer a Fried Egg with it.
Moving on I'll soon be changing my internet provider, the change over is scheduled for the 18th Februry so if I'm not online after that date I've hit snags, still actually waiting for my wireless router which I thought would be here by now. I'm going to phone them Monday if its not arrived by then.
Not too much else to report, life is just moving on, haven't yet booked any holidays although been looking at a few options. Been playing my Pool and TT matches in the local leagues. We've about sewn up the Selby league at TT after wupping our main rivals.
However the York league is a different issue we are top but by only one point with 9 matches to go. Its the closest its been in living memory a real two horse race ans the other teams are miles behind. We've 9 matches to play and 10 points is available in each match, us and our rivals are averaging 8.5 per match which must be some kind of record. The two teams clash on March 9th and I'm really looking forward to that one but I've a feeling its going to the wire.
Tuesday, 2 February 2010
Clearing the Plate
Since the new year I reckon I've been quite good with my food (& drink) intake but hell did I blow it this last few days.
As you know I've been away for a few days and that is always the dangerous time for me when trying to lose weight. Sure I'd like to tell you about spending time in the hotel Gym or Swimming Pool but I didn't so I wont.
In fact I travelled south last Wednesday initially to see Janes parents which was nice, her Mum made me a meal when I arrived and spoilt me by offering me some Stawberry Cheesecake for afters, it would have been rude to refuse wouldn't it ?
Thursday they took me to Janes grave where I laid some flowers, its a nice spot in a well maintained cemetry, still hated having to be there wish things were so different and she was still here.
Thursday evening we met up with Janes brother and his girlfiend with their young son and the 6 of us went to a Pub called the "New Clock Inn" for a meal.
Well I couldn't resist the mixed grill and to be honest it was great, trouble is it was called "The Mammoth Grill" and they weren't kidding, Steak, Gammon, Pineapple, 12" Sausage, 2* Chicken breasts, Chips, Mushrooms, Tomato, Peas, etc. Now this leads me to my problem that whatever is on my plate I tend to eat, I'm not noted for leaving stuff so usually try watch my portions. So as always I cleared the plate and was completely bloated, especially after washing it down with a few pints.
Friday afternoon I left to go to Swindon where I was playing TT at the weekend meeting my team mates at our hotel. Of course we met up in the hotel bar before going on to a Al-a-carte 3 course meal in the hotel restaurant, yes starters & pudding as well were consumed.
Saturday following a full cooked breakfast (one of them help yourself jobs) we went to the venue and had a iffy day losing our two opening matches but managed a draw in the last match. Realisticly it wasn't that bad because we were playing teams expected to beat us, we only got promotion last season so our main aim was avoiding relegation and our must win games were scheduled Sunday.
Saturday night we went to a beefeater Pub near the hotel where for my sins I had another mixed grill (ok I luv mixed grills) before having a few drinks first in the Pub then the hotel bar until 2.30am (real athletes right, lol).
After a few hours sleep it was up for another breakfast before playing our two key matches. The good news is we won them both 5-1 so are safely in this same division next season. Finished playing about 3pm then it was the long drive home, was really knackered when I got home.
However no rest because last night I had a Pool match so it was more booze and "sods law" the landlady of the Pub we were playing put on a lovely spread of sandwichs, Pork Pies, Sausage Rolls, etc. Lets face it once you start on Cheese & Onion sarnies(to which I'm addicted) its hard to stop.
Ok the good news is I'm now back into my regular eating routine following the last few days blow out so hopfully any damage will be minimal. Actually got a TT match tonight in York league so a bit of exercise is a good thing.
Tomorrow night I'm looking forward to the FA Cup replay, Leeds are playing Premiership Tottenham Hotspurs at home, not expected to win against a team 2 divisions higher but anything can happen they have done us fans proud so far and the stadium will be rocking.
Should mention my laptop arrived just before I went away haven't had much chance for a play on it but I've started the wheels moving to change to a new internet provider.
As you know I've been away for a few days and that is always the dangerous time for me when trying to lose weight. Sure I'd like to tell you about spending time in the hotel Gym or Swimming Pool but I didn't so I wont.
In fact I travelled south last Wednesday initially to see Janes parents which was nice, her Mum made me a meal when I arrived and spoilt me by offering me some Stawberry Cheesecake for afters, it would have been rude to refuse wouldn't it ?
Thursday they took me to Janes grave where I laid some flowers, its a nice spot in a well maintained cemetry, still hated having to be there wish things were so different and she was still here.
Thursday evening we met up with Janes brother and his girlfiend with their young son and the 6 of us went to a Pub called the "New Clock Inn" for a meal.
Well I couldn't resist the mixed grill and to be honest it was great, trouble is it was called "The Mammoth Grill" and they weren't kidding, Steak, Gammon, Pineapple, 12" Sausage, 2* Chicken breasts, Chips, Mushrooms, Tomato, Peas, etc. Now this leads me to my problem that whatever is on my plate I tend to eat, I'm not noted for leaving stuff so usually try watch my portions. So as always I cleared the plate and was completely bloated, especially after washing it down with a few pints.
Friday afternoon I left to go to Swindon where I was playing TT at the weekend meeting my team mates at our hotel. Of course we met up in the hotel bar before going on to a Al-a-carte 3 course meal in the hotel restaurant, yes starters & pudding as well were consumed.
Saturday following a full cooked breakfast (one of them help yourself jobs) we went to the venue and had a iffy day losing our two opening matches but managed a draw in the last match. Realisticly it wasn't that bad because we were playing teams expected to beat us, we only got promotion last season so our main aim was avoiding relegation and our must win games were scheduled Sunday.
Saturday night we went to a beefeater Pub near the hotel where for my sins I had another mixed grill (ok I luv mixed grills) before having a few drinks first in the Pub then the hotel bar until 2.30am (real athletes right, lol).
After a few hours sleep it was up for another breakfast before playing our two key matches. The good news is we won them both 5-1 so are safely in this same division next season. Finished playing about 3pm then it was the long drive home, was really knackered when I got home.
However no rest because last night I had a Pool match so it was more booze and "sods law" the landlady of the Pub we were playing put on a lovely spread of sandwichs, Pork Pies, Sausage Rolls, etc. Lets face it once you start on Cheese & Onion sarnies(to which I'm addicted) its hard to stop.
Ok the good news is I'm now back into my regular eating routine following the last few days blow out so hopfully any damage will be minimal. Actually got a TT match tonight in York league so a bit of exercise is a good thing.
Tomorrow night I'm looking forward to the FA Cup replay, Leeds are playing Premiership Tottenham Hotspurs at home, not expected to win against a team 2 divisions higher but anything can happen they have done us fans proud so far and the stadium will be rocking.
Should mention my laptop arrived just before I went away haven't had much chance for a play on it but I've started the wheels moving to change to a new internet provider.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)