Both Jesus and Mary love wood. I'm pretty convinced that Joseph did too, as a carpenter he must have been on friendly terms at least. Here's a selection and if you're still not convinced that the heavenly pair are making cameo appearances, then there's no hope for … [Read more...] about Wooden Jesus
The Allied Plot to Dye Mt Fuji black
In the waning months of World War II, as the likelihood of a land invasion of the Japanese home islands loomed, the United States’ Joint Intelligence Center, Pacific Ocean Areas (JICPOA) instituted a new psychological warfare unit under the command of Colonel Dana … [Read more...] about The Allied Plot to Dye Mt Fuji black
Mushroom Duxelles
Mushroon Duxelles is a finely chopped (minced) mixture of mushrooms, shallots and herbs sauteed in butter and reduced to a paste. Mushrooms are 90% water; the long, slow cooking of duxelles will evaporate the water and concentrate the mushroom flavor. Keep Mushroom … [Read more...] about Mushroom Duxelles
Beef Wellington for Class
Easy Cook, Classy Look Beef Wellington is simple enough to put together - this recipe is a pushover for the Beginner Cook. It looks amazing on the table, like a restaurant dish Really classy, elegant in its individual serve, with some fresh herbs to garnish and … [Read more...] about Beef Wellington for Class
Apparition of Pontmain
In which the BVM saves a little hamlet from the advances of a raging, ravaging, enemy army. A Marian apparition is a reported supernatural appearance by the Holy Mary. This particular apparition is recorded as being proven although I can't imagine how it could be. … [Read more...] about Apparition of Pontmain
Holy Toes of Jesus
The Church of Our Lady of Velankanni, in Mumbai, has a statue of Jesus with water - it must be holy water - trickling down from the toes. This blessed water is collected and the church is a site of pilgrimage. Take a look. However the miracle was caused by … [Read more...] about Holy Toes of Jesus