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We rested this morning and did not get up until almost 8:00 am. A quick walk through the front yard revealed that some of the bulbs are breaking ground and will soon be showing themselves to passersby.
The day was nice, but the forecaster said it would rain later… we both doubted that! The rain finally came, but at 8:30 tomorrow morning.
It is a beautiful day!
The pomegranate tree is doing well.
Name Origins: The word “pomegranate” is derived from Middle French pomme garnete, meaning “seeded apple”.
The Original Grenade: The word “grenade” is derived from the French word for pomegranate, likely because the first grenades looked like them.
Long-Lasting Treats: Whole pomegranates can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
Ancient Symbolism: Pomegranates are mentioned in ancient religious texts and often symbolize fertility, abundance, and life.
Versatile Culinary Use: In addition to eating the arils raw, in many cultures, the juice is used to make syrup (grenadine), salad dressings, and marinades.
The “Forbidden Fruit”? Some scholars believe the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden was a pomegranate, not an apple.
Staining Power: Pomegranate juice is a strong natural dye, often used to color textiles.
Hardy Growth: Pomegranate trees thrive in hot, dry climates and can grow between 10 and 15 feet tall.
We are going to have pomegranates soon!
When I next used my iPhone/camera, I got a “what happened three years ago message. It was just us sitting on the patio in our backyard.
Three years ago, we were relaxing.
Around 2:00 ppm, we started The Silver Fox and ran to the very end of the 55 Freeway just before going over the bridge to Balboa Island. Turing right into the Hoag parking lot, we made our way to the third floor to visit Miss Amy. She was in high spirits, even though she was missing Charlie and his new girlfriend at the Senior Prom.
We visited with her for about an hour or so before going to the American Legion Newport Beach Post.
Did You Know? The American Legion was founded in Paris in 1919 by U.S. Expeditionary Force members following World War I, with its official name and charter established shortly after in St. Louis. Built on four pillars—Veterans Affairs, National Security, Americanism, and Children & Youth—it remains a prominent veterans organization.
Key American Legion Facts & Trivia:
Largest Post, Post 347 in Lady Lake, Florida, with over 6,700 members, is recognized as the largest in the world.
Origin: The organization was founded in March 1919 in Paris, France, by members of the American Expeditionary Forces.
Mission Pillars: The four key pillars are Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation, National Security, Americanism, and Children & Youth.
Motto: The official motto is “Veterans Strengthening America”.
Leadership: The National Commander is elected annually to serve as the chief executive officer.
Social Activity: Many local posts, such as Post 186, host weekly trivia nights to foster community engagement.
The American Legion is just a mile from the hospital, and we waved at Amy.
The Legion is located on the island next to the water at 17th Street. They have their own private parking lot, and Mary has a pass that gives us access.
The weather was OK but in the very low 70s so we sat inside!
They serve a great meal, and we enjoy visiting with people while watching the boats come and go from the harbor. Today, Mary met a lady from Germany, and they jabbered in German for quite a while. Both of the ladies enjoyed practicing their language skills. The lady escaped communist Germany just before the wall went down.
The American Legion Menu is pretty good!
I had the best view in the house.
That’s my girl!
They have daily specials in the bar, but today we settled for a glass of water and a glass of chardonnay.
Interesting drinks!
After an amazing lunch and meeting new friends, we exited the hall and went to visit The Silver Fox, who, by the way, was expecting a drink for being so patient. Still, car, drinks are for adults. I whispered to The Fox, “Candy is dandy, but liquor is quicker”.
Just us!
We headed home, which was easy. On top of that, we drove north for 25 minutes, and we arrived home in time to walk the front yard and see the new leaves emerging from their bulbs.
We tried to watch TV, but I don’t even remember what we tried; I was out like a light. I woke up around 2:00 am and went to bed. Mary said she was so tired that she didn’t want to wake me up.
We will rest for tomorrow will be rainy giving us time to fo in-house chores!
