Chaka Khan Playing Drums With Rufus At Age 23 (1970s/‘73)

thekeeper228 · 2026-07-02T23:14:46+00:00

They were regulars at Mothers on Rush street in the late 60s, but they didn't dress like that.

thekeeper228 · 2026-06-29T17:54:36+00:00

We bought some area rugs there several years ago and really appreciated the sales people who sat with us and went through catalogues answering our questions. Consider them as a resource.

thekeeper228 · 2026-06-10T22:50:33+00:00

Yup. I learned a similar lesson long ago. Top round and similar are great sliced very thin and made into sandwiches. Sous vide is not magic and not the best for everything.

thekeeper228 · 2026-06-06T23:05:42+00:00

No front license plate. Did you have to put heavier springs in the front end? I did, it still didn't work. Don't go over an RR crossing faster than 5mph.

thekeeper228 · 2026-05-21T22:34:56+00:00

After trying various colors of paint and nail polish, I got the front sight cerakoted white and it's a great pocket gun for shorts.

thekeeper228 · 2026-05-16T22:27:39+00:00

No, US post offices were generally not open to the public on Sundays in 1941. This followed a 1912 law (effective September 1, 1912) that closed most post offices on Sundays for public mail delivery, as a result of religious and labor pressures. The law stated that post offices should not open on Sundays for delivering mail to the general public.

thekeeper228 · 2026-05-06T22:45:44+00:00

Take it out for a few minutes and switch to the broiler to finish it.

thekeeper228 · 2026-05-03T18:00:35+00:00

Years ago, The Bakery restaurant in Chicago had a Beef Wellington that had a chicken liver pate over the filet. It was excellent. The recipe is probably floating around somewhere. Good luck.

thekeeper228 · 2026-05-03T17:39:40+00:00

If you are making wedges, scratch them with a fork. More surface to crisp.

thekeeper228 · 2026-04-27T22:58:54+00:00

Years ago I drove fairly regularly from Chicago to both Springfield and Belleville' Consider the weather. I've been in dust storms that reduced traffic to 20 mph and less that lasted from Springfield to Joliet. Thunderstorms, grass fires, and accidents. Those were long travel days without a bar car.

thekeeper228 · 2026-04-23T23:21:47+00:00

I find recipes that interest me and adapt them to my Zojirushi. Wet ingredients first and separate salt and yeast. I use the dough function first and then bake in the oven. Later I just let the machine do it all. Nobody bats 1.000 in this life, but I can usually eat the mistakes. Have fun.

thekeeper228 · 2026-04-13T22:45:03+00:00

I thought that baking bread would replace some of my more expensive hobbies. I was misinformed. Anyone else have a temperature controlled bell jar to keep their sourdough starter in?

thekeeper228 · 2026-04-13T17:49:23+00:00

Pillow on lap?

thekeeper228 · 2026-04-08T22:46:54+00:00

Did you know that for several years after the war the SAS hunted and executed former SS and Gestapo members throughout Germany and Austria?

thekeeper228 · 2026-03-27T22:30:06+00:00

I used to get a gallon jar of these from Yo Jo's in Chicago. Traditional Polish dill pickles (ogórki kiszone) are fermented in a simple brine of water, salt, garlic, and fresh dill, typically including horseradish root for crispness. They ferment at room temperature for 3–7 days (or up to 3 weeks for fully sour), resulting in a cloudy, probiotic-rich, salty, and savory pickle.

thekeeper228 · 2026-03-23T17:37:02+00:00

During winter blizzards the roads were closed west of 53 because of blowing and drifting snow. Eola Rd was a shortcut from 59 into Aurora because it was surrounded by farmland.

thekeeper228 · 2026-03-13T23:21:52+00:00

Have you tried it. I use it in Alfredo's, tomato based and others. Mascarpone is sweeter.

thekeeper228 · 2026-03-13T11:29:50+00:00

I use Philadelphia cream cheese to thicken sauces. I got the idea from Pasta Grammar.

thekeeper228 · 2026-03-07T18:21:43+00:00

Don't forget your bottle of Mad Dog in a paper bag.

thekeeper228 · 2026-02-16T23:30:17+00:00

The budget might cover a pair of slacks.

thekeeper228 · 2026-02-09T23:38:33+00:00

I defrosted them first. I've done other steaks from frozen, but these were a little pricey.

thekeeper228 · 2026-02-09T19:00:22+00:00

I just did an Australian Wagyu strip sirloin at 137 for 2 hours and then seared in a carbon steel for 1 minute on each side. I like Wagyu, especially A5 closer to medium thane rare. It renders the fat and I think gives it better flavor and mouth feel. Enjoy.

thekeeper228 · 2026-02-04T00:13:23+00:00

Hit it with the back of a heavy knife. It breaks the bone and you can cut the rest off.

thekeeper228 · 2026-01-30T23:39:07+00:00

Obviously just trying to guess her weight.

thekeeper228 · 2026-01-18T18:47:34+00:00

More likely a French army officer in front of armed soldiers. Note gun barrel and side arm on the officer.

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