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October 2005 Métis Matters Providing communication to Métis and non-Métis people to create awareness, promote and preserve Métis heritage and culture. Edited and Published by Felice Gladue We welcome donations to cover our costs. Cheques can be made payable to the Métis Matters Foundation of Alberta. Thank you for your continued support. Please forward this copy to others that may be interested in keeping updated on our community. The opinions contained in this publication do not necessarily reflect the views of the Métis Matters Foundation of Alberta nor the opinions of any Métis local, regional, or provincial organization or their affiliates. These views expressed in this publication are those of its contributors only. The publisher invites comments from our readers but reserves the right to edit or reject material at her discretion. To receive the newsletter, free of charge, to send submissions or to advertise, contact us at: Quotation Someday is not a day of the week. ~ Michael Nolan ~ Contents:
1. Events
2. Education/Employment
3. Minister of Aboriginal Affairs & Northern Development
4. Speaking Up, Speaking Out
5. Metis Me 6. Working with You 7. Métis Financial Matters
8. Métis Interest Articles
9. National Métis News
10. Métis Cultural Corner
11. Joke of the Month 12. Recipe
Events Northern Lakes College To Host 3rd Annual Round Dance One thing that makes Northern Lakes College unique is our strategic direction in celebrating Aboriginal history and culture. The annual round dance planned for the Grouard campus on Friday, October 28th demonstrates this commitment. We’d like to invite you to join our gathering and participate in the afternoon cultural awareness workshop that is the learning component for the event. Hosted by Northern Lakes College and, in part, by the College Students’ Association, activities will begin with the Introduction to Round Dance workshop which will start at 1:00 p.m. The Pipe Ceremony is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. with the Feast and Round Dance to follow. We welcome all and, in particular, those who are unfamiliar with round dances so that they may learn more about this community oriented cultural event. Our College’s mission statement begins “With respect for cultures …” and the college’ three signature cultural events promote this direction. Community Joined Together To Celebrate President's RetirementHIGH PRAIRIE- Northern Lakes College hosted Dan Vandermeulen’s, former President of the College, retirement party. 200 close friends, colleagues and family assembled at the Edmo Peyre Community Hall to commemorate Dan’s achievements and the accomplishments of the College during his almost 25 year presidency. The program consisted of a dinner and acknowledgements from many associates and friends. The Honorable Dave Hancock, Minister of Advanced Education was among those that spoke, as well as many other college presidents and delegates including those from Bow Valley College, Grande Prairie Regional College, Grant MacEwan College and SAIT College. Trevor Gladue, Chair - Northern Lakes College Board of Governors gave a warm thank you to Dan for his dedication and commitment to furthering education in our communities. Northern Lakes College Board of Governors gave Dan the title President Emeritus in recognition of his devoted service. Richard L’Hirondelle, Chair, Council of Community Education Committees also spoke about Dan’s successes. The floor was opened up to individuals wishing to share their personal stories or tributes to Dan, which caused the program to go an hour over scheduled, a nod to how many have been touched by Dan. “Dan has left a legacy here at the College, a legacy of bringing advanced education to northern learners and uniting our communities,” said Rick Neidig, President of Northern Lakes College. “It was evident from the diverse group in attendance that Dan's leadership reached well beyond Northern Lakes College.” Dan’s family was there to celebrate the evening with him, including his wife Noella and his seven children. Dan will continue to work at the College as an instructor for university studies. He is also working on completing his doctorate in Higher Education through the University of Calgary. OCTOBER 27, 2005 "Sharing Our Pride". An Aboriginal dance production hosted by Heavenly Skies Society. Jubilee Auditorium, Edmonton, Alberta Contact Bobby at heavenlyskiessociety@hitmail.com or 780.920.0832 NOVEMBER 18, 2005 Métis Fest 2004: Louis Riel Gala 10960-104 st, Polish Hall, Edmonton, Alberta 6:30 p.m. Contact 780-451-1072. Visit www.metisdance.com. NOVEMBER 19, 2005 10960-104 st, Polish Hall, Edmonton, Alberta 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10.00 includes dance Contact 780-451-1072. Visit www.metisdance.com. NOVEMBER 20, 2005 10960-104 st, Polish Hall, Edmonton, Alberta 1:00 p.m. Tickets $7.00 Evening dance $10.00 Contact 780-451-1072. Visit www.metisdance.com. NOVEMBER 21, 2005 10960-104 st, Polish Hall, Edmonton, Alberta 1:00 p.m. Tickets $7.00 Contact 780-451-1072. Visit www.metisdance.com. NOVEMBER 25 - 27, 2005 Canadian Aboriginal Festival. ROgers Centre (Sky Dome) Toronto, Ontario. visit www.canab.com Contact info@canab.com DECEMBER 3 & 4, 2005 Sacred Heart of the First Peoples 11th Annual Christmas Craft Sale Sacred Heart Church, 10821-96st, Edmonton, Alberta. Admission: Donation of gift wrap, baby food, or non parishable item for our Christmas Hampers. Contact Jack to book a table at (780) 422-3052 Education / Employment An Aboriginal gathering that’s all about opportunities If you are an Aboriginal entrepreneur thinking about starting a business or if you’re looking for innovative ways to grow your operations, you can’t afford to miss the chance to learn and network at “It’s All About Opportunities”. For the third year in a row, The Business Link’s Aboriginal Business Services is presenting this two-day Gathering of Aboriginal Entrepreneurs from across Alberta. (The Business Link provides business information and advice to Alberta’s small business community.) It's all happening in Edmonton this October 24 & 25 at The Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel. Informative sessions will be presented by qualified professionals, providing practical advice and information on growing your business, marketing, financial and legal issues, and operational matters. You'll be able to network with fellow business owners and others who are considering starting a new business, as well as those who provide services to the Aboriginal business community. Successful Aboriginal business owners will share their success stories and how they faced challenges along the way. Register by October 10 for the economical fee of $100.00 plus GST ($125 plus GST after October 10). For more information and to register, contact Conference Assistant Terry Foureyes at 780-415-0364 or through The Business Link’s toll-free number 1-800-272-9675. Attend this gathering to take advantage of opportunities to learn, to network with people from across the province, to share ideas, and to make professional contacts that will help you develop your Aboriginal business in Alberta. It's all about opportunities! The Aboriginal Multi-Media Youth Program
Minister of Aboriginal Affairs & Northern Development By Honourable Pearl Calahasen, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Celebrating Alberta’s Centennial Throughout the summer, I have had the privilege of attending Aboriginal events that are celebrating Alberta’s Centennial. I have been impressed at how creative each event is. No two events are the same, and each one celebrates the Centennial in a uniquely Aboriginal way. To celebrate the province’s 100th birthday, the Metis Nation of Alberta retraced the route taken by Metis voyageurs along the North Saskatchewan River to Metis Crossing. Voyageurs spent three days paddling, camping, and sharing stories about Metis history and culture. The trip was a reminder that the voyageur spirit remains strong in Alberta. Approximately 2,000 people waited for the arrival of the canoes at Metis Crossing, which is located a few miles away from Smoky Lake. Metis from across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, and the surrounding communities of Smoky Lake and Andrew, just to name a few, came out to show their support. In a few short years, Metis Crossing has transformed itself from a 512-acre parcel of land into a gathering place for Metis to share and celebrate their culture and achievements. Several cultural displays were set up, from bannock making demonstrations to trapper tents where elders would share stories about how the North Saskatchewan River was a source of economic survival for the Metis. The river was affectionately called the “Metis Highway”, because voyageurs would transport settlers to their land, as well as haul furs, supplies, and other merchandise to outposts and communities. In many ways, the Metis were responsible for opening and helping to settle the province over 100 years ago. If this event is any indication, the future of Metis Crossing and Aboriginal tourism in Alberta is bright. There’s a thirst for tourism that allows Albertans and international tourists from as far away as Europe and Asia to experience Aboriginal culture, entertainment, and traditions. Metis Crossing is a flourishing example of how successful tourism can be when Aboriginal organizations work together with the private and public sectors. I am pleased to support Metis Crossing and will continue to advocate for Aboriginal tourism initiatives throughout Alberta.
Speaking Up, Speaking Out By Terry Lusty Humble friend of Edmonton's Aboriginal community moves on By Terry Lusty The Evergreen Funeral Chapel in north Edmonton was filled to capacity the morning of Sept. 17. Ten times a (boxing ring) bell rang out for Gordon Russell in solemn tribute for this man who made his niche coaching boxing as well as volleyball and baseball. Russell, 79, passed away on Sept. 14. Here was a man who "chased his dreams" said City councilor Ron Hayter who gave the eulogy and stated, "He never said much . . . (yet) seemed to get things done" regardless of obstacles and was one who "helped keep amateur boxing alive." Indeed he did. Russell, a professional boxer in his time and, due to his love for the sport and a desire to help youngsters, set up a small gym with a boxing ring in his house. Over the years he wound up taking in children by the score and it was not unusual for him to have anywhere from five to a dozen kids in his home at any given time. He began coaching in the 1970s with one of his longest such associations being with the Canadian Native Friendship Centre where he helped produce Aboriginal boxing champions of the "square circle," people like Guy Boutin, Frankie Pruden, Randy Jackson, etc. He did the same with the Native Daughters, the Centre's fastball team, which went on to capture no fewer than three NCAA international titles. In fact, several of the original players were on hand to pay their respects to their former coach. Sports, however, was but one of Russell's fortes. He often set up barbecues or organized 50/50 sales at various functions at the Centre, the Metis Nation office and elsewhere to raise funds he required for his programs or to assist needy children, the homeless, the hungry and the poverty-stricken. In 1988, he worked for the Adrian Hope Drop-in Centre. Sadly, it had to close its doors in 1990 due to financial woes. That did not stop Russell. (Since its demise in 1990, it would be most fitting to name something else after the late Mr. Hope, a Metis Elder, storyteller, politician and statesman). In no time at all, he founded Crystal Kids Centre on 118 Avenue and 87 Street. As Hayter put it, "Kids inspired him, brought out the best in him . . . he saved many from the streets." He sure did. And, many were Native children. After seven years of operation, he and his following set out on a journey and thanks to the generosity of Ed Bean (Crystal Glass) and others, the next door property was purchased and a new centre constructed that opened its doors to hundreds of Edmonton's youth. (I, for one, was honoured to be a small part of the centre by helping out as one of their many volunteers who worked with/for the children). Bean, incidentally, also paid the rent for those first seven years in the older building and praised Russell for "always thinking about the kids." Russell did so much with so little and his passing truly is a huge loss to the city and its people whom Russell endeared himself to - and, in a humble manner I must add. Nonetheless, over the years and despite his humility, the recognitions flowed and rightly so. Just some of them include: 1973 Edmonton Sportsman of the Year, 1974 Amateur Coach of the Year, 1976 first inductee to the Edmonton Boxing & Wrestling Honour Roll, 1994 Indigenous Sport Council of Alberta Hall of Fame, 1999 Edmonton Sun's Unsung Hero, 2001 Order of Canada, 2002 Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal, etc. There's much more to this quiet, unassuming man than what's been written here. And, while his name forms part of the signage at Crystal Kids, I would hope to see another like tribute to this man who made "a difference." Perhaps, at the Canadian Native Friendship Centre. Or, how about a city street or park? After all, if the city can name such places after individuals who don't even make the city their home and/or did so for only a short time, why not name it after individuals who did and who devoted almost their entire lives to helping Edmonton and its people!? One such contributor was Mr. Russell. Gordon Russell is survived by his wife, Frances and was predeceased by two sisters - Lily Nette and Nancy Hrapinski. Métis Me By Muriel Stanley Venne The fall colours, the yellow, orange, red and green leaves on the trees down the side of the road are still the same as my brothers and I enjoyed when we walked down the road going back to school. Going back to school was great because we had new scribblers and pencils and a new bag and usually our lunch in a lard pail. Harvesting created great excitement in the fall and some of the big boys were taken out of school by their fathers to help with the threshing crews. Those old threshing machines you see as relics in the farmers fields were used by all the farmers. Lots of hired men helped out as the thresher moved from one farmer to the next. My grandfather had at least two or three hired hands. Eugene Steinhauer past Chief of Saddle Lake First Nation Band told me he had worked for Robert Littlechild at harvest time. Each farmer’s wife had to prepare the meals for the whole crew. Pies, cakes, bread and meat and vegetables meant a lot of cooking over wood stoves. We used big pots and had a lot of pie plates to fill and lots of dishes to wash and clean up. All the kids had to help whether it was hauling fire wood for the stove, hauling water for the farm hands to wash when they came in to eat, or taking the food out to the fields so the work didn’t have to stop. Many times the threshers worked late as possible into the night to get the crops in before the weather got bad. My cousins who are still farmers describe themselves as “next year” people because when the crops fail there is always the hope that things will be better next year. The exception to all this was Allen Smith from Two Hills near Ben’s Lake. Allen never worried about when he got his crop off. Whenever he got everything lined up was when he harvested and he didn’t buy any new machinery he always fixed up the old tractor and the threshing machine. My Dad used to point out that because he never used a combine he never had trouble with weeds getting into his fields. Allen was known far and wide for the big lanky greyhounds he raised and as one of the best fiddlers in the area.. He played the fiddle the old fashioned way – sitting on a wood chair with his feet starting in before he started playing his violin. He played at all the dances accompanied by a guitar player. Allen didn’t get married until he was 45 years old. He used to say that “all the girls he wanted, wouldn’t have him and the ones that wanted him he wouldn’t have”. Working with You By Trevor W. Gladue, Provincial Vice President of the Métis Nation of Alberta Bursaries for Métis Students Training in Health Careers a Healthy Investment Well I must say I am very happy to see the Provincial Government of Alberta investing in the future of our Aboriginal Health Care givers. Recently, Minister Iris Evans announced that Seventy-eight students from aboriginal background are getting up to $13,000 this year to study in health-related fields. Under this program, students can receive between $1,000 and $13,000 per year toward a post secondary education in a health-care field. The bursary program, funded by Alberta Health, is an effort to improve the health of aboriginals and deliver culturally sensitive health services. In the list of recipients, many are Métis students (to see the list of recipients, visit www.health.gov.ab.ca). I see this as a positive step towards ensuring Métis access to current and future health initiatives. Increasing the number of Métis Doctors, Nurses, Dentists, and other caregivers, will improve access to health services for our Métis people. As these students complete their education, they are also demonstrating their leadership abilities and their commitment to healing our people. This is vital in the health and wellness of the Métis Nation. I salute all of the recipients of this bursary, and wish each of them success, good health and happiness. Should you want to contact me, my direct number is (780) 453-0284 or toll free at 1-800-252-7553. You can also visit our Website at www.albertametis.com <http://www.albertametis.com>, or email me at tgladue@metis.org
Métis Financial Matters Budget for YOUR Well Being
Shawna J Serniak
Metis singer/songwriter Female Artist of the Year at CCMA Asani recognized Internationally There are many new and exciting things that are coming up in the near future and they will need a great deal of support and input to achieve the goals of this region. Cecil and Tim look forward to everyone’s participation and involvement. Cecil Bellrose and Tim Collins will welcome your input on any areas that you would like to bring forward. A few of the upcoming events and activities that will be paramount in the first few weeks is the development and capacity building of community and the planned events for Métis Week. Zone IV will attempt to keep communication flowing and we will look forward to seeing you at the upcoming events. We would also like to remind people to come out and support the Grande Cache Local in their upcoming talent show on You can feel free to contact either elected leader at: Cecil Bellrose President Métis Regional Council – Zone IV 11724 – 95 Street Phone: Toll Free Email: cbellrose@metis.org Vice President Métis Regional Council – Zone IV 11724 – 95 Street Phone: Toll Free Email: tcollins@metis.org
Here is a poem I wrote about an old house. When I drove by this house and others like it, the idea about the poem came to me. When riding upon a Red River cart traveling at a pace of four miles an hour you have a lot of time to think. Our spiritual journey to Batoche from St. Norbert took nine weeks to complete. Four weeks and three hundred miles in July of 2004 to San Clara. From San Clara in June and July of 2005 it took five weeks and over three hundred mile to get to Batoche. Here we dedicated a cross by the mass grave to those that have fallen during the resistance of 1870. I have anchestors buried there, so it had a special meaning for my family.
Now a numbered company may own this land Huge machinery now work over the fields They built a huge home on a new lot Many of the young don’t farm any more. Some may have farming in their heart The old folks have retired in town together. Imagine of all the stories the walls could tell. Orille Haugan
The Mounties and the Metis; A Historical Perspective By Bob Beal and Elmer Ghostkeeper
The Metis Highway; From A Modern Day Metis Voyageur Having been fortunate enough to participate in the first Metis canoe expedition from Lachine to Thunder Bay, I had no idea that I’d be continuing the journey heading west, following the historic fur trade routes all the way to Batoche, Saskatchewan. I’ve now paddled more than 4000- kilometers, it’s hard for me even to grasp. Nevertheless, I survived and I’m here to tell you a bit about our arrival at Batoche and the journey that changed my life. July 22, 2005: on the Saskatchewan River, Batoche: It’s the last day of our 2300- kilometer canoe trip. It’s hard for me to believe that today will be my last day in our voyageur canoe we call ‘Ray’, which we named in honour of its original owner Ray Ash. It’s been a long journey. For each of us, it’s been a personal quest, a journey of self-discovery. We were alone a lot of the time because our route was so remote. We were isolated, just the 6 of us (well, seven in the beginning until Rubecka switched to ground support) so all we had was each other. Despite our difficulties and some of the hard times we’ve had as a group, we’ve grown very close. For the past couple of weeks, it seems all we’ve talked about is the day of our arrival and how excited we all are to get home, back to reality. For the first time this morning, I felt sad that it was all coming to an end and that this would be our last paddle together. For nearly two months, we’ve gone through incredible ups and downs, it’s been like a roller coaster, but we made it, only a 9 or so- kilometers to go. I’m trying to imagine what it’s going to feel like when we reach Batoche, our take off point is less than 5 minutes away by car but it will still take us a few hours of paddling.
I could barely sleep last night. I was trying to think of something to say to our leader Angela on behalf our group when we present her our gift on stage tomorrow. I really want her to know how much we appreciate all that she’s done for us. I’m happy that I’ll no longer have to sleep in a tent, in my smelly sleeping bag and wake up to Jeremy’s 5 am rooster crow every morning. I’ll no longer have to get up to take down camp, wash a bowl of cereal down with powdered milk and water, load the canoe or paddle up stream at a speed I could walk faster than. This morning, we launched from a ferry crossing. We were a bit more chipper than most mornings, being extra helpful and quick to pack up camp and load our gear. It was a cool morning, damp and foggy. The fog was so thick that we couldn’t see the other side of the river, which was only a few hundred feet across. The ferry disappeared and reappeared shuttling cars back and forth as we hurried to put the canoe in the water. The first few hours of the morning were fairly silent, calm except for the steady flow of current; it was quiet and peaceful all around us. I was deep in thought, thinking back to the very beginning. We couldn’t even get a glimpse of what was up ahead because of the fog. We couldn’t even see past the bow. A bit later the fog settled and we stopped to take a break, worried we’d arrive too early, not knowing, that there’d be a set of rapids up ahead which would delay our arrival by over an hour. Imagine that, a struggle and race to the finish even right up to the very end. When we pulled ashore I realized I’d dropped something from my pocket a few kilometers back where we’d stopped for a washroom break, so I decided to walk back to get it. It turned out to be a longer trek than I had thought so I jogged most of the way to make sure I was back on time, the mucky cow pastures made it difficult. Why’d I care so much anyway? I was beginning to regret going, when suddenly I looked down in front of me and saw an eagle feather. It was in perfect condition just lying there by the shore. I looked around but didn’t see any nests or eagles, though there were many along the river. I didn’t find what I went back to look for but I found something more precious than I could ever buy. Interestingly, the day before, the other participants and I had been honoured with an eagle feather from President Tony Belcourt at a very special pipe ceremony held at Gabriel’s Crossing with Maria Campbell. Knowing then, how sacred eagle feathers are and how special it is to receive one, I raced back to the group to show them. I think it was very significant that that happened to me on the last day of our trip. In appreciation, I put a little tobacco offering in the water next to our canoe. The day went on to become even more memorable. Our arrival was so overwhelming. We paddled hard to make up the time we’d lost at the rapids. Bend, after bend, and there was still no sign of a crowd on shore. We were beginning to grow impatient, when finally we saw a glimpse of Metis flags in the distance, but we were still too far away to make out anything. As we grew closer, we began to hear cheering and a fiddle playing off in the distance. The crowd was large, easily 250 hundred and fifty people. We were now in power stroke mode, heading dead center middle of the crowd. When our canoe hit the beach, full speed, ramming into the muddy shoreline the crowd burst into a deafening roar. We were in a bit of shock. One by one we climbed out of the canoe. Immediately, the sash-wearing crowd held out their arms and embraced us. It meant a lot to us to see so many people there to congratulate us on our journey and representatives of the Metis Nation of Soon enough, we were parading in our canoe through the gates of Batoche. Horns honked every which way as Metis music blasted from the stereo. We made our way to the main tent. A crowd began to follow. Inside the tent, the stands were jam-packed filled with people over flowing onto the floor. The M.C. announced our arrival as we quickly made our way onto the stage. I was in awe of the crowd that surrounded us, there looked to be more than a thousand and they were all applauding. That’s when it really sunk in- this trip wouldn’t have been possible without all their support. I knew that many of the people we’d met along our travels were in that crowd and had come to celebrate ‘Back to Batoche’, as well as our arrival. It was very emotional because I knew the expedition meant something deeply to each of them and that it brought pride to all of them. I was so touched by the generosity we encountered along the way. The community visits were where some of my best memories were made. It was an unforgettable journey and I hope it won’t be my last. In short, the first Metis Canoe Expedition, If you’re interested in looking at some of the pictures from our trip, visit: www.metisnation.org Western Lakota’s Aboriginal Partnerships Include Positive Relations with Aboriginal Communities
In July 2002, the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) purchased a 100% interest in a drilling rig that is operated by Western Lakota. This venture was a turning point in the MNA’s journey towards self-sufficiency. The rig is a concrete example of how the right combination of ingenuity, opportunity, reasonable risk, and foresight can lead to success. In its short history, the rig has earned not only a strong profit, but also a reputation for credibility, reliability, and performance in an industry that is currently very active.
Western Lakota Energy Service Inc.’s commitment to working together with Aboriginal peoples sets it apart from most other companies in the industry. When Western Lakota established its first partnership with the Dene Tha’, the general attitude in the industry was that Aboriginals were something you have to deal with, instead of looking at them as true partners in the industry. Since word of the success of this cooperative approach has spread, other companies are looking at establishing their own partnerships. Western Lakota is truly a leader in this area.
The final two days of training involve instructional sessions in emergency first aid and hydrogen sulfide safety. When the students complete the course they are ready and able to take on jobs on the drilling rigs. The students are then put to work with Western Lakota or with another drilling contractor looking to add staff. The Training Program Coordinator keeps in touch with the graduates once they’re on the job site and helps individuals work through any difficulties they might encounter. The program has achieved a 90 per cent completion rate and these graduates have achieved an 80 per cent retention rate of employment.
National Métis News Métis Veterans join “Spiritual Campaign” (Ottawa, ON July 27, 2005) Several years ago, the President of the National Métis Veterans Association Ed Borchert had a vision. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to take a group of Veterans back to Europe to not only pay tribute to fallen comrades overseas but to hold a special ceremony to bring home the spirits of the dead soldiers to their ancestors in Canada. For more information: Robert McDonald Métis Cultural Corner Questions Fur Trade
1. What began the fur trade? 2. Why are the Métis called "The Sons and Daughters of the Fur Trade"?
3. What role did the Métis play in the fur trade?
Métis Cultural Corner Answers 1. The fashion trend of the 1600s led to a king's quest for beaver pelts which sparked a new economic era. a persistent fad in European high fashion reqqired men and women to wear felt hats and beaver furwas used to make felt. 2. Originally the term voyageur applied to French adventurers who journeyed by canoe inland from montreal to trade for furs. Later other Europeans began fur trading as well. The fur traders lived off the land like the First Nation peoples and took First Nation women as their wives. Their chidlren were the first generations of Métis.3. The Métis were a key participant in the expansion of the fur trade acting as traders, guides, voyageurs and interpreters. By 1870, the Métis made up half of the population of Manitoba. Source: Routes on the Red: Fur Trading
Joke of the Month This guy was lonely and so he decided life would be more fun if he had a pet. So he went to the pet store and told the owner that he wanted to buy an unusual pet. After some discussion he finally bought a centipede, (100 leg bug), which came in a little white box to use for his house. He took the box home, found a good location for the box, and decided he would start off by taking his new pet to the bar for a drink. So he asked the centipede in the box, "Would you like to go to Frank's place with me and have a But there was no answer from his new pet. This bothered him a bit, but he waited a few minutes and then asked him again, "How about going to the bar and having a drink with me?" But again there was no answer from his new friend and pet. So he waited a few minutes more, thinking about the A little voice came out of the box: "I heard you the first time! I'm putting on my shoes."
Recipe Pea Soup 1 lb Dried peas 1/4 c Carrots;grated 8 c -Water 1/4 c Parsley; fresh,chopped 1/2 lb Salt pork-all in one piece 1 Bay leaf;small 1 Onion, large;chopped 1 ts Savory, dried 1/2 c Celery;chopped -Salt and Pepper Wash and sort peas; soak in cold water ovvernight. Drain and place in a large pot; add water, parsley, salt pork, onion, celery, carrots, parsley, bay leaf, savory and 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until peas are very tender, about 2 hours, adding more water if needed. Remove salt pork; chop and return to soup. Discard bay leaf. Season to taste with salt and pepper. MAKES 8 SERVING Source: "The First Decade" |
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