Nice to see you!

Three major events occurred for me last year (2010), all in the space of about 2 weeks. I turned 50. The following day I got married. Two weeks later, my oldest daughter became pregnant with her first child and my first grandchild.

Most middle-aged people will tell you that in their minds, they still feel 20 something. It's the same for me.

Wasn't it only yesterday that I was planning a night out with guys from the surf club? That gorgeous new perm. Flaired, cuffed denims and the red t-shirt with the off-the-shoulder frill. Corked platform wedgies. **sigh**

Suddenly I'm looking in the mirror and wondering how 30 years can flash by so damned quickly!

So here I am in cyberspace, sharing my genuine shock and horror with anyone who'll listen and maybe I'll even meet some other over 50s who find themselves in the same predicament!

Welcome to my dilemna!!

Sunday, August 3, 2025

End of Weekend

Savory Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry with Asian Flavors

Ingredients:

1 lb (450g) lean ground beef

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 small onion, finely diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

4 cups green cabbage, shredded

1 large carrot, julienned

3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional for richer flavor)

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions:

Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until translucent.

Add garlic and ginger, cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks—about 5–7 minutes.

Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.

Add shredded cabbage and carrots. Stir-fry everything together for 5–6 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes

Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

A lovely quiet Sunday for me.

Adoring Husband cooked the most delicious lamb roast for a late lunch and we all sat down at the table to savour every mouthful before the footy started.

It was so nice to have a delicious meal cooked for me.

I didn’t even have to clean up and I got to sit down in time to watch the beginning of the football.

My footy tips were pretty good for the weekend and I’m still ten points in the lead.

I’m feeling good on my new eating regime.

It’s almost 10.30pm so I’m off to get some sleep.






Nite all.


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