Popcorn

What is it :

 Popcorn is a whole grain maize product -- it's grown extensively in the Corn Belt states of the U.S., Like Iowa!! 

It resembles corn-on-the-cob in appearance but only popcorn kernels have the ability to pop.

 

 

 

 

 

 History

Popcorn was an important food for the Aztec Indians, who also used popcorn as decoration for ceremonial headdresses, necklaces and ornaments on statues of their gods, including Tlaloc, the god of rain and fertility.

 During the Depression, popcorn at 5 or 10 cents a bag was one of the few luxuries down-and-out families could afford unlike today. While other businesses failed, the popcorn business thrived.

Popcorn and the Movies

Popcorn sales increased throughout the Depression. A major reason for this increase was the introduction of popcorn into movie theaters and its low cost for both patron and owner. One theater owner actually lowered the price of his theater tickets and added a popcorn machine. He soon saw huge profits.

And boy how much do we enjoy that fresh popped, GREAT smelling popcorn when we go into the Movie Theater and let's not forget that drink. yum yum

The average American eats about 43 quarts, popcorn is versatile and a nutritious snack. It's enjoyed both sweet and savory. One cup of air-popped popcorn contains 31 calories, 1 gram of protein, 6 grams of carbohydrate, 1 gram of fiber and just a trace of fat. (before the salt and butter) tee hee
It's a favorite snack  for all ages. We consume more than 14 billion quarts of popped popcorn each year, which equals approximately 43 quarts per man, woman and child.



How do you like to eat your popcorn? Air popped, old fashioned hand cranked or stove top? What do you like on your popcorn? butter, salt, organic coconut oil and sea salt!  Cinnamon and nuts mixed in or other store bought mixes and variety of tasty
flavors.




However you like to eat your popcorn, pop some up grab a family movie and your family and enjoy a nice memory making evening today!




God Bless - until Next Time!!!

Elizabeth


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Frost "Hoar Frost" What?

I just love the Winter season. The weather is cold so that means more cuddle time under a soft/warm lap blanket with a cup of hot tea and a good book and of course a fire going in the wood stove. The view out our window is simply AMAZING. Sometime overcast looking like it might snow or clear so you can see for miles around. This morning we woke up to a beautiful picture of frost, Hoar frost to be specific.


 What is "Hoar frost" anyway? I didn't know there was a name for this kind of frost. It's formed when heavy, humid air is warmer than the surfaces it comes into contact with, trees, fence, mail boxes and the temperature of those objects are below freezing, the moisture freezes on contact. Creating the most amazing pictures.

Winter is another Beautiful time of Year!

God Bless - until Next Time!!!

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DECEMBER - TURQUOISE


History:  In ancient Turkey, Tibet, and Persia, turquoise stones were attached to horses' bridles. It was thought that the stones protected the animals from the ill effects of drinking cold water
when they were overheated from exertion.

Source:  Turquoise is found most often in very dry areas where volcanic activity has occurred.

Lore:  Wearing turquoise will calm and balance emotions. A dream of turquoise means victory and success.

source: by Martie Majoros 





 If you are celebrating YOUR birthday this month have a Blessed and Happy Birthday my friend!!!



God Bless - until Next Time!!!


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NOVEMBER - TOPAZ

History:  In the Middle Ages (500-1500), topaz was ground into a powder and mixed with wine to guarantee a good night's sleep.

Source:  Topaz is found in igneous rocks and sometimes hydro-thermal veins.

Lore:  It is believed that topaz will help to balance emotions. If you dream of topaz, a problem with which you have been struggling will soon be solved.
source: by Martie Majoros 


 If you are celebrating YOUR birthday this month have a Blessed and Happy Birthday my friend!!!



God Bless - until Next Time!!!



 

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OCTOBER - OPAL

History:  The word "opal" comes from the Greek word opallios, meaning to see a change in color. Australian aboriginal tribes belieed that opals were the Creator's footprints on Earth. 

Source:  Opals are a type of quartz that forms tiny spheres. When lights hits the spheres, the colors of the spectrum become isible.

Lore:  Opals help to control temper and calm nerves. A dream of an opal means that good luck will come. 

 
 If you are celebrating YOUR birthday this month have a Blessed and Happy Birthday my friend!!!

 
God Bless - until Next Time!!!




 
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 SEPTEMBER - SAPPHIRE


 History: In the 15th century, 

it was thought that holding a sapphire 

near a spider would kill it.

In the 17th century, it was believed that 

holding or wearing sapphires helped you to 

foretell the future.

Source:  Sapphires, like rubies, are a form of corundum, the second-

hardest mineral. Ranging in color from light to dark blue, they are found 

chiefly in placer deposits. 
 

 Lore:  Sapphires are thought to ease pain and 

reduce stress.

 If you dream that you are wearing a sapphire, be warned: 

You should be less impulsive. 



If you are celebrating YOUR birthday this month have a Blessed and Happy Birthday my friend!!!

 
God Bless - until Next Time!!!


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 AUGUST - PERIDOT

History:  The largets peridot ever found weighs 319 carats. It is in the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.


Source: Peridot has been found in volcanic lava in Hawaii and in meteorites that have fallen to Earth. In the 1700's, a meteorite that landed in Siberia contained many peridot crystals that were large enough to be used in pieces of jewelry.

Lore:  Peridot is believed to help depression. If you dream that you find a peridot while digging in the garden you will have an unexpected visitor.

 If you are celebrating YOUR birthday this month have a Blessed and Happy Birthday my friend!!!



 God Bless - until Next Time!!!


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 source: by Martie Majoros