en-us https://www.intensedebate.com/users/604200 Comments by dianadiva http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/17/what-are-your-favorite-features/#IDComment76018270 Seahavenmom, That is Good to Know! and Just as Good! My Dad swears that when the housing market gets better here in Florida, he wants to buy a Different House but with No Pool! = and in a Gated Community with a Community Pool! Pools are a Lot of Work Sometimes! Diana Tue, 18 May 2010 15:19:54 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/17/what-are-your-favorite-features/#IDComment76018270 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/17/what-are-your-favorite-features/#IDComment75997697 OK BIG GOOF!!!! LOL!!! I meant= Do Not Talk the Talk, but Walk the Walk!!!! Tue, 18 May 2010 13:59:26 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/17/what-are-your-favorite-features/#IDComment75997697 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/17/what-are-your-favorite-features/#IDComment75997393 Zoie, Thanks for the Link about Kevin Costner! Really Great Video= Do Not Walk the Walk, but Talk the Talk! This week, I am going to contact the corporations, (Hair Cuttery & Super Cuts), and will keep on re-sending e-mails to the Corporate Website from time to time!= re: the Idea about Using the Hair! Ft. Myers is Already Heading up a Volunteer Group & Getting Ready to Go! I will call this organization later. It Requires I think a 4 hour course to help out with the Oil Spill & Helping the Wildlife. But so far, it looks like maybe the Spill could effect the East Coast ( Ft. Lauderdale, etc...)= but I am sure that this Organization will set up Bus Rides of Volunteers to Help Out there Too! Anyways= GOOD LUCK TO YOU TOO! with the HGTV Home Diana Tue, 18 May 2010 13:58:22 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/17/what-are-your-favorite-features/#IDComment75997393 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/17/what-are-your-favorite-features/#IDComment75995912 My FAVORITE is the Tower! I LOVE IT! I Could see myself hanging out there for hours reading or something! We do not have Towers in Florida! But No One has Suggested this= as an Upgrade, if I won, I would Put a Pool in the Backyard! Why Not? Residents in Massachusetts have Pools too! I checked already, and there are a few pool companies in the Boston Area Where is CATHY MAINEIAC and DB COOP???? Diana Tue, 18 May 2010 13:52:38 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/17/what-are-your-favorite-features/#IDComment75995912 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/13/why-only-two-bedrooms/#IDComment75584401 Zoie, I am So GLAD That you Mentioned MATTER OF TRUST. I told my hairdresser about it, and Thankfully he Knew About it. I really Wish that (Matter of Trust) could spread the Word out to Pet Smart Stores, like you said, and at Least Franchise Hair Salons, like Hair Cutters, etc etc It would make a Huge Difference!!! So far, he is saving the hair, but waiting to see what happens. I live in Ft. Myers, and Just am Hoping the Oil does not come this way. It will Totally Destroy Tourism in Florida, not Alone the Killing of the Environment , Fish, and Natural Habitat that is Already Happening Now Too! My Hairdressers feeling on the matter now, is that the Oil has not come ashore yet onto the sand. (Oil Balls) are being seen on Alabama's beaches, but the Oil is still deep in the Gulf. He Feels that the Hair will ONLY HELP with Oil Coming to the Sand, Not if it remains in water. So, we just have to keep waiting and watching what happens with this Oil Disaster. But if it Does Land on Any Beaches, I Really Hope that Hair Salons, etc... will be Aware of How Helpful Hair will Be and Move Quickly! Diana Sat, 15 May 2010 19:26:38 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/13/why-only-two-bedrooms/#IDComment75584401 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/13/why-only-two-bedrooms/#IDComment75583603 Zoie, Thanks! I am Going to (Play it Safe), & Put my Postcards INSIDE Envelopes, Just in Case. This is How I am Interpreting the Rules== 1. Mailing the postcard or paper in ( an envelope ) with the proper postage 2. Limit one (1) entry (per stamped (Envelope) Unless I hear otherwise from Mary!! Thanks Again, Diana Sat, 15 May 2010 19:19:00 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/13/why-only-two-bedrooms/#IDComment75583603 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/13/why-only-two-bedrooms/#IDComment75568051 I do not know, but Massachusetts is Nick-Named "Tax- a- Chusetts"!!! But that does not really bother me. I am a nurse, and see lots of Massachusetts Patients here in Florida, when they are on vacation ( or are snow-birds here). I really Never had a Massachusetts- Resident Patient complain about the cost of living there. I think the reason is, salaries are higher there too Diana Sat, 15 May 2010 17:08:34 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/13/why-only-two-bedrooms/#IDComment75568051 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/13/why-only-two-bedrooms/#IDComment75567237 Dear Mary, Would I LOVE to WIN this Home! Especially that I am planning on moving to Mass, Would be Perfect, huh? This is my VERY Important Question, if you Could Answer it, or if Somebody Could Answer it= I am Just Now Starting to write Post Cards (better late then never)! The Way I am Interpreting the Rules is, is that I Have to Place the Post Card ( INSIDE ) an Envelope, and then Mail it?? Is that Correct? Is HGTV NOT Accepting Postcards, but That I Have to PLACE the POST CARD Inside an Envelope and Then Mail the Envelope??? Thanks, I do not want to mail post cards if they will not be accepted! I will go out and buy Envelopes today then!!! Diana Sat, 15 May 2010 17:05:23 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2010/05/13/why-only-two-bedrooms/#IDComment75567237 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/12/18/new-construction-pics/#IDComment50112183 You know, the Sun just won't come Up today in Sunny Southwest Florida, and I'm kinda cold. Does Boston Really Get that Cold?? LOL, Guess I'll have a Miserable (First Year) until my Blood Thickens= as Southerner's say, my blood is now Thinned out to Warm Climates, LOL Sat, 2 Jan 2010 21:14:48 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/12/18/new-construction-pics/#IDComment50112183 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/12/18/new-construction-pics/#IDComment50111972 I'm Really Seriously thinking of Moving to Mass (maybe just part of the year). You Keep Calling it (Taxachusetts)= Is it Really That Bad??? Sat, 2 Jan 2010 21:12:50 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/12/18/new-construction-pics/#IDComment50111972 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/12/18/new-construction-pics/#IDComment50111819 My Heart is Set on the Cape Cod Green Home. Cannot Wait Until it starts. Hope Everyone had Happy Holidays! Been away for a while, but will try to be Back Now. Was Very Busy with a Job Search, and Starting a New Job! But Really, Really thinking about Moving to Mass= so this Home would be Perfect for me! Sat, 2 Jan 2010 21:10:51 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/12/18/new-construction-pics/#IDComment50111819 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/12/18/new-construction-pics/#IDComment50111632 Thanks BBSteve= Will Try it, but do not have a Facebook Account, so Do NOt Know if it will work Sat, 2 Jan 2010 21:08:50 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/12/18/new-construction-pics/#IDComment50111632 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/08/17/winner-tours-green-home/#IDComment33568012 Thanks DB COOP= I'll check this out Later!!! Can't wait to see the Web Cam!!! Would you believe me and my Dad were talking about those lobsters again this morning?? LOL So may order them one more time before the New England season comes to an end Still Laughing and Remembering your "story" on the Wine- Spa Treatment= Relaxation techniques for Lobsters= LOL LOL Diana Mon, 7 Sep 2009 18:20:55 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/08/17/winner-tours-green-home/#IDComment33568012 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/08/17/winner-tours-green-home/#IDComment33567844 Yes= TRUE FRIENDS for Sure!!! Chicago will be a nice get-a-way, too! Chicago Pizza-- Jazz Festivals--- You will Have Fun! I'm a RN= so no, not really a problem. But= have to have back surgery in December--- so trying to find something "Temporary", ---but also "full time" in the meantime! May wind up resorting to Travel Nursing- maybe go to Tampa or Ft.Lauderdale. My plan is to go to NYC ( need vacation)--- then have surgery---- and then look for a "Permanent" Job after that!! I may be thinking of doing travel nursing in New York next year too--- have to do research on it, to see if it would be worth doing. My Dad is kind of giving me a hard time about it. LOL!!! We'll see what happens, first things first Diana Mon, 7 Sep 2009 18:18:37 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/08/17/winner-tours-green-home/#IDComment33567844 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/08/17/winner-tours-green-home/#IDComment33563851 Thanks Lynn! Hope that no one is upset! I'm Glad to be Back!! Are you still thinking about taking a Vacation to Albuquerque? I won't be able to go. Right now, just planning on a New York Vacation= Hopefully New Years Eve Week. Wouldn't be able to afford both! Now just busy trying to find a job ( but one that I will like)!!! Sure will find something. Diana Mon, 7 Sep 2009 17:27:12 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/08/17/winner-tours-green-home/#IDComment33563851 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/08/17/winner-tours-green-home/#IDComment33508258 DB COOP= Where is the Web Cam? I'd Love to See it! Know I've been a way for a while= been really busy= Will try to Stay on Board this time Diana Mon, 7 Sep 2009 04:22:44 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/08/17/winner-tours-green-home/#IDComment33508258 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/07/22/hgtv-dream-home-floor-plans/#IDComment28415060 MARIE MILLER= Thanks!!! I don't think that it's too hard to make, after reading it through. I got it from (Last January's) issue of (Bon Appetit Magazine). DB COOP= How was Phucket??? Wow, I gotta be Careful how I spell that one---- wouldn't want to be kicked out of the group! LOL Diana Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:35:23 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/07/22/hgtv-dream-home-floor-plans/#IDComment28415060 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/07/22/hgtv-dream-home-floor-plans/#IDComment28385968 KAT= this IS IT= FINAL !!!!!! 8.THIS IS A STEP THAT YOU CAN DO AHEAD OF TIME ( UP TO 8 HOURS AHEAD OF TIME) IF YOU WANT TO= < AS MENTIONED ABOVE > Melt One TBSP of Butter in small non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add One Cup of Fennel Cubes—Saute’ until Crispy and Tender (About 7 Minutes). Season with Salt and Pepper. Remove from Heat. Cool Slightly--- = Then= = = Cover and Chill the Fennel Cubes in the refrigerator--- and set aside in a Separate Bowl or Plate. ) 9.Add WHIPPING CREAM, BRANDY, and MUSSELS to Bisque Mixture; bring to a Simmer. Season to Taste with Salt and Pepper. Sprinkle with Sauteed Fennel Cubes atop the bisque. Garnish with Parsely and Chopped Fennel Fronds if desired. (The blog wouldn't accept it all in one blog--- it was too long) HOW WAS YOUR MOVE??? Diana Sun, 26 Jul 2009 04:35:47 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/07/22/hgtv-dream-home-floor-plans/#IDComment28385968 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/07/22/hgtv-dream-home-floor-plans/#IDComment28385853 KAT= FOURTH PART 6.Reduce the heat to a Medium-Low, partially Cover and Simmer until the Rice is Tender. Need to Stir this occasionally, (about 25 minutes). THROW OUT the Bay Leaf. 7.(Let it Cool Slightly --- and working in batches--- PUREE in a Blender---- then Return to another Saucepan or bowl ) and then, = = = Chill the Bisque Mixture UNCOVERED until it is Cold. But once it is Cold---- then COVER it in the refrigerator. = = = you will want to bring this bisque mixture to ( SIMMER ) though, BEFORE CONTINUING. Sun, 26 Jul 2009 04:34:24 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/07/22/hgtv-dream-home-floor-plans/#IDComment28385853 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/07/22/hgtv-dream-home-floor-plans/#IDComment28385795 KAT= THIRD PART= 2.Pour the Cooking Liquid (that you used to boil the mussels in) through a Strainer into a < 8 Cup Measuring Cup> .---( Set Aside). At the same time, Add enough of the( CLAM JUICE ) to the (same) cooking liquid---- to where you will measure at least having about 5 CUPS TOTAL, combining both liquids. 3.Melt 2 TBSP of BUTTER in large saucepan over Medium Heat. Add 1 ½ Cups of FENNEL Cubes and CARROTS---- saute’ until the Fennel is slightly softened (about 10 minutes). 4.Now, add the SHALLOTS—saute’ until soft (about 4 Minutes). 5.Now, add the CLAM JUICE Mixture (that you strained and set aside). Also add the RICE, TOMATOE PASTE, THYME, and BAY LEAF---- Bring to a Boil. Sun, 26 Jul 2009 04:33:27 +0000 http://blog.hgtv.com/greenhome/2009/07/22/hgtv-dream-home-floor-plans/#IDComment28385795