Hey folks! ⭐️ Welcome to Episode 57! Episode 50 is still cooking folks—you will be seeing it be posted sooner than later! Keep an eye on your inboxes 🙂
I would like to sincerely thank everyone that has taken the time to read, subscribe, comment and like my posts! It gives me great validation with all that I am doing; I will continue forward to produce mouth-watering content, helpful recipes, and maybe a few half decent reviews!
As I sit here writing this, it is the 5th of July and the celebrations this month are well behind us. I am looking forward to the colder months; my trip to Mexico changed my mind on preferred climate. It being above 80 degrees Fahrenheit every single day can wear very quickly on one’s nerves.
I say all of this because at 10:30am, I am nearly sweating in my bedroom with the window open; JEEZ-LA-WHEEZE.
Yesterday my Pa and I had a quick run-in with a “Murder Bee” or “Killer Hornet”—whatever you want to call it, it’s huge! I had only seen photos of them online, previous to today.
My Pa pulled out the vacuum and sucked it right up 🙂 We have it in a jar in the kitchen, as I type this. It has air, and water. Idk what Pa has planned. No bees were hurt for the production of this blog.
I personally wanted to leave it alone—it was harmlessly drinking some water from the humming bird feeder. All of a sudden, my dad attacks. Idk folks, but the Killer Bee might have a case on its hands for harassment.
All I am saying is: If it goes to court, I don’t know which side I’m going to be on here. The moral dilemma of being a co-conspirator in kidnapping and harassment of wildlife. Let this blog be evidence of my remorse, and innocence in this whole ordeal. I rest my case.
In other news…my Pa’s bread is OUT OF THIS WORD. LIKE WHAT. He spend 30 minutes in the kitchen, and produces a simple loaf; an hour and a half later, we have DELICIOUS HOMEMADE BREAD. WTF.
Homemade Bread is my weakness, ya’ll. Simple, hot, fluffy, and such a delight in every bite! The amount of butter consumed last night, ya’ll should be worrying. lol 😆
Unfortunately, after a long time, the “Killer Bee” is no longer with us; I suspect my dad shaking the jar didn’t help. Asphyxiation seemed to be the most likely cause, along with some blunt force trauma lol 😂
Well, between bees, bread, and being here—I have enjoyed myself and time with my Pa.
Well, that’s all folks! I am wishing each and everyone reading this Love, Wealth, and Health! 💛
Daniel Out! 🦋
Simple Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
- 3 1/4 cups (390g) all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp or 7g) active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup (240ml) warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 2 tbsp (25g) sugar
- 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
Instructions:
- Activate the Yeast:
- In a small bowl, mix the warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups (360g) of the flour and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil to the flour. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- If the dough is too sticky, gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup (30g) of flour as needed.
- Knead the Dough:
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- First Rise:
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat all sides. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.
- Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the Dough:
- Punch down the risen dough to release the air. Turn it onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a loaf.
- Place the loaf in a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Second Rise:
- Cover the loaf with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Let it rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until it has doubled in size again.
- Bake the Bread:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the bread for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool the Bread:
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
About the Author:
Daniel is a 29-year-old, and self-proclaimed traveler, energy-worker, caregiver, activist, and long-time foodie. He enjoys spending time in nature, going for long road-trips, meditating, and spending time with his friends and family.
He finds purpose through his day-job as a caregiver—and is in the process of completing an Associate Degree in Human Services. While concurrently enrolled in classes, and caregiving, Daniel is working towards opening a Non-Profit Charity: Love Gives—whose mission statement is: “Love In Action”, aimed at providing Direct-Cash Payments to those In-Crisis (ie. unhoused, hungry, veterans, recovering-individuals, abuse-survivors). If you are interested in working with, or making a donation, please email: love.gives@outlook.com and find them on
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