Djokovic to the Rolland Garros final, congratulations!
It was a shame Carlos was injured.

Cooking Food is my one of passion where i belong after blogging . Basically we are indian and we love to cook rice, roti, phulka , paratha , kulcha , naan and some spicy butter chicken and mutton .

Today i have planed to cook all these item since i was week off and having heavy rain outside .

Rain is my favourite season which make me so calm and chill even in busiest working schdule .
In picture there is phulka which is kind of indian bread made of wheat flour and baked on iron plate called Tawa . it takes 2 mins to prepare one phulka . i made around 6 phulkas because my friend dîoggy also big fan of all these cookings .

So finally i cooked phulka 6 pices ,Butter chicken, and some seekh kebab ,roasted lamb ribs .

Actually these food are quite popular in asian countries and now its all trending in other countries and people likes to try all those spices and aroma with lovely foods .
Some people might having untouched and vegetarian by habits so friends i may upload nice veg food items in my next blog .

Phulka is good for digestion as it has rich fibre . basically wheat made food is always considered healthy.

In my home fridge , i always keep portion of chicken and lamb .in beverage offcourse few cans of beer , cider and energy drink .

I am staying in hills in darjeeling city of india .if you google then find its located on highest pick of hills and aways rains and weather becomes little cold .

So just to warm up yourself , these food items are necessary to be always part of your kotchen . i used lot of herbs and botanicals as welll in my cooking of gravys like green leafy coriander , parsley, thyme, lemongrass, mints etc.
Garam masala like cardemon, cumin, bayleaf, cinammon, kasturi methi,star anise etc.

The day was becoming more beautyful and chilling at balcony . These starter and main course made me complete to enjoy my off days at my home .

I forgot to mention dessert actually that was ordered online .it was chocolate pudding and apple pie.

Loved the day ..Thank you

Enjoying Rolland Garros, semifinal!

Hi guys, here I'm, with another day's adventure.
I hope you won't need to apply for an Italian passport anytime soon, but if you do, proceed with extra care.
After a long and eventful day in London, filled with matters of utmost importance, we have finally returned home. Our primary mission for the day was to bring our son to the Italian Consulate to apply for his Italian passport. Little did we know that our journey would involve queuing, waiting, and unexpected museum wanderings.
With an appointment booked months in advance, we arrived at the Italian Consulate ready to tackle the passport application process. However, despite our prior arrangement, we found ourselves queuing outside the consulate. The queue lasted for about 15 minutes, and we were relieved that the weather was on our side, gracing us with a beautiful sunny day. I would rather not think about what it may be like if it were pouring.
Finally, it was time for our son to go inside the consulate alone since he is now over eighteen. To ensure someone could assist him with his request and document submission, he had to take a ticket and patiently wait for his turn. The waiting period stretched to nearly an hour before he was able to present his request form and necessary documents. Now, we eagerly await the completion of his passport.

After concluding our consulate visit, we decided to make the most of our time in London by visiting the British Museum. Our initial intention was to see a Chinese exhibition, but unfortunately, we arrived too late. Undeterred, we embarked on a spontaneous journey of exploration within the museum.


We wandered from one exhibit to another, marvelling at the diverse range of antique objects on display. Each room held a treasure trove of history, captivating our imaginations and offering glimpses into civilisations of the past.


As our day in London drew to a close, we made our way to the embankment, planning to take the tube to Kew Gardens, where our car was parked.

The leisurely walk allowed us to soak in the vibrant atmosphere of the city, with iconic landmarks lining our path. The bustling energy of London enveloped us, creating a sense of excitement and adventure, even in our tired state.

Despite the unexpected twists and turns of the day, our trip to the Italian Consulate proved productive. We successfully navigated the procedures and submitted the necessary documents for our son's Italian passport. Additionally, our impromptu visit to the British Museum provided a captivating journey through time and culture, even if our original plan was foiled.

As we strolled along the embankment, we couldn't help but appreciate the vibrant spirit of London and the memories created during our day of passport adventures and museum wanderings.
Have a lovely time everyone!

The intense emotions that arise during each Champions League final are unlike any other. From pure joy to heartbreak, it's a rollercoaster of feelings for fans around the world. #ChampionsLeague #Emotions
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Good win tonight by the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Finals to go up 2-1 on the Miami Heat

️SEC attacks are a step toward digital currency adoption

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson said that the SEC's case against Binance is motivated by the regulator's "political opposition" to the very existence of cryptocurrencies.

The SEC's attacks are a step in the implementation of "Checkpoint 2.0." The final step in this "program" will be the adoption and launch of a central bank digital currency, Hoskinson believes

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Alcaraz to the Rolland Garros semifinal against Djokovic. It's going to be a great match!

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Hi lovely hivers,
With great joy I wish to welcome you to my blog at this moment. Trust that we are enjoying the new month and thank God for this #38 engagement series created by this honourable community. Kudos to all participants and I wish us well.
The subject matter is on achievements however before I proceed I would like it define some few things.
Achievement entails accomplishing sets of tasks or this is when a goal is pursuit until the final outcome is gotten.
what do you do when goal is achieved?
Goal is what defines and builds a man. Any one without vision is like a tree without roots which can easily be blown by a wind. Goals makes an individual to stay focused.
Anytime achievement is derived, I become the most excited person because something has happened.
Anytime a goal is achieved, man is normally motivated to soar higher.
It's very important to celebrate any form of achievement because when such is not done, more doors won't be open for greater achievement.
What silence insults is the degree of accomplishment and achievements.
Anyone that has no achievement is like someone living without the essence of existence. Whoever you celebrate today might celebrate you tomorrow.
Achievement could be categorised pending on the volume of what you want to eat.
thanks for visiting my blog and all comments appreciated.

Finally a sunny day ! The first day of sunshine in seems like three weeks. Mac and I are going to hit the trails after some breakfast.

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In my previous essay, The Way to Financial Freedom Part 3, I indicated that understanding what is going on in the financial and technological worlds can help you better grasp our current predicament and how to escape it. The first article to discuss finance is the one you're reading right now.
The Importance of Understanding Cash Flow
Cash flow is the key phrase in the financial world. Blockchain is currently the most significant development in technology. If you have the prior preparation I described as a hypothetical situation in my first post on this series along with the willingness to take the risk, then understanding these two and how they work together to offer an alternative to our existing system can show you the path out of financial jail.
Let us start with cash flow.
The person who enlightened me about the importance of cash flow is the least that you will expect for he is not a theological educator. Instead, he is a Japanese American businessman who co-authored a book with the then-president of the United States, Donald Trump sometime in 2009. His name is Robert Kiyosaki. What I admire about this man is that though he is known as a financial educator, he acknowledges his limitation when it comes to technology.
For Robert Kiyosaki, cash flow is the most important word in business. For us to understand cash flow, we need to make three necessary distinctions.
First, the cash flow of an individual is different from the cash flow of a corporation.
For any aspirant investor in a specific company or a trader in a specific stock, studying the cash flow statement of the company is very important. This is part of due diligence in the world of investment and stock trading for by doing this, you will determine the financial soundness of a company.
Any aspiring investor or trader must study three important financial statements of the company he is planning to invest in or trade with. These are the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement. In the Cash Flow Statement, you will see the amount of cash generated by the company in operation, cash earned or spent on financing, and cash used in investing. Such corporate idea of cash flow is defined as:

the total amount of money being transferred into and out of a business, especially as affecting liquidity.

Second, what I mean by cash flow in this article is not the corporate kind, but personal cash flow, which includes understanding both Income Statement and Balance Sheet. (See Figure 1).
Understanding the relationship between these two financial statements is the key to sound management of personal finance to achieve financial freedom. Interpreting cash flow from this perspective refers to the direction of money, the inflow, and outflow, or the pattern of earning and spending. From the point of view of personal finance, this kind of cash flow has three patterns depending on people’s socio-economic class.
Figure 1 – Income Statement and Balance Sheet
Most poor do not see the importance of a Balance Sheet. Their cash flow is defined by their Income Statement, that is, they simply spend what they earn.
Figure 2 – Cash Flow of the Poor
Since the middle class is typically known as a social class, which income is gradually increasing due to success in small business or job promotion, they usually use their income by buying a lot, building a house, and purchasing furniture and other luxuries. Applying such cash flow to the mentioned financial statements would mean that they used their income buying liabilities and so their expenses increased together with their salary.
Figure 3 – Cash Flow of the Middle Class
In the case of financially educated rich, their cash flow is characterized by a focus on buying assets. As they continually use their income to add more assets to their Balance Sheet, their income grows. And when their income is big enough, that’s the time they use their money to spend for their liabilities.
Figure 4 – Cash Flow of the Rich
The above paragraph that explains the three types of cash flow gives us also three definitions of cash flow, which are different from the corporate cash flow statement:


the direction of money from income to expenses,


the direction of money from income to liabilities to expenses, and


the direction of money from income to assets to income to liabilities to expenses.


The third way to understand cash flow is through the board game created by Robert Kiyosaki.
For Robert Kiyosaki, understanding cash flow is very important and that is why he gave his board game this name. Making this board game is his way to teach financial education to prepare people for the world of business and investment. Doing this, he made financial education his business. In this board game, cash flow is defined as income minus expenses. So, all in all, we have at least three concepts of cash flow:


corporate cash flow statements


cash flows of three socio-economic classes, and


cash flow as used in a board game


In the introduction of Kiyosaki’s book, Rich Dad Poor Dad, he mentioned a story of the different reactions of people as they played the board game: the accountant, the businessman, the computer programmer, and the banker.
The accountant finds Cash Flow a very interesting game making accounting and investing fun and exciting. While playing the game, she was disturbed with the fact about the ignorance of most adults about the basics of simple accounting and investing. She realized that ignorance of this subject was the primary reason why most people struggle financially.
The businessman on the other hand said that he does not need the game for he could hire professionals such as accountants, bankers, and lawyers to do the work for him.
And then we have the computer programmer. He was also not impressed for he believes that all he needs is software to teach him how to invest.
And then finally, the banker. He was moved while playing the game. He realized that he studied all this stuff in school but he does not know how to apply his knowledge in the actual world of business and investment. With that realization, he saw the need for him to get out of the Rat Race.
The rat race is a financial condition of a person where the cycle consists in working, receiving a salary, and spending. Such a cycle is repeated for years until the person reached the peak of his working years and in old age will rely on his relatives or friends for his hospital bills. This is how Robert Kiyosaki describes the rat race:

If you look at the life of the average educated, hardworking person, there is a similar path. The child is born and goes to school. The proud parents are excited because the child excels, gets fair to good grades, and is accepted into a college. The child graduates maybe goes on to graduate school and then does exactly as programmed: looks for a safe, secure job or career. The child finds that job, maybe as a doctor or a lawyer. . . Generally, the child begins to make money, credit cards start. . . and the shopping begins . . .
Having money to burn, the child goes to places where other young people just like they hang out, and they meet people, they date, and sometimes they get married. Life is wonderful now, because today, both men and women work. Two incomes are bliss. They feel successful, their future is bright, and they decide to buy a house, and a car…and have children…The happy couple decides that their careers are vitally important and begin to work harder, seeking promotions and raises. The raises come, and so does another child and the need for a bigger house. They work harder, become better employees, and even more dedicated. They go back to school to get more specialized skills so they can earn more money . . . Their incomes go up . . .They get their large paycheck and wonder where all the money went . . . The children reach 5 or 6 years of age, and the need to save for college increases as well as the need for their retirement.
That happy couple, born 35 years ago, is now trapped in the Rat Race for the rest of their working days. They work for the owners of their companies, for the government paying taxes, and for the bank paying off a mortgage and credit cards.
Then they advise their children to ‘study hard, get good grades, and find a safe job or career.’ They learn nothing about money . . . and work hard all their lives. The process repeats into another hard-working generation. This is the ‘Rat Race.’ (Source: Robert T. Kiyosaki, Rich Dad, Poor Dad).

From the above description of the rate race, I see it as a kind of prison though different in degree compared to the kind of economic and financial jail based on the existing monetary system. Understanding both cash flow and the rat race, I hope that you will explore the path to achieve such a vision of financial freedom.
In the next article, I will be giving an overview of my current understanding of blockchain technology.
Grace and peace!
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Greetings bosses and welcome to my post.

The world could be a cruel place to be in and it could also be a beautiful place as well as a stressful place. What the world is to you is dependent on the hard and smart work you put into your path of financial vindication.

This post is based on a true life story, and I want to use this medium to motivate everyone out there who think that life is worst to them.

Life is really cruel and heartless to me, but in all, we move forward never to go back wards. I believe that giving up isn't an option because all other works will be a waste if I give up now.

**THE STORY**

Nwothini was born to a great family of 4 with him being the second son, while having an eldest sister and two other brothers.

Growing up, things began to go north and I had to fend for myself from a very young age. I was around 6-8 years old when I first made my 2 thousand Naira with hard work. Back then, 2 thousand Naira is like 6 thousand Naira now, and I was paid this money on a weekly basis.

I worked with a wholesale shop. I was the short distance transporter then and my boss transported long distance. At times I do follow him for long distance transportation while his wife was the accountant. Back then, I do use a wheel barrow for short distance transportation and it was really stressful.

I worked for sometime after which I quit because of the stress and my body was too young to keep up with that stress.

After some time, when I was around 9 - 10 years of age, I got another job where I was paid the same amount.

I worked with a man who bakes meat roll, egg role, fish roll, burger and many things. (He taught me this skill which I've forgotten now though) and still paid me cause the work load was much. After I finished baking with him, the suppliers will carry it on their show glass and hawk it around.

I got feeding from there a x I didn't have to spend much money because after everything, I will save some, and bring some home to add to the feeding money for my family.

Dad left when I was born, so it was just mom and she refused to remarry.

I thought I had found vindication from my current work, because I was able to support my family financially but life had a very interesting path for me.

I wouldn't say we were poor, but middle class because everyone strived hard to make sure that we survived.

After some years of working there and schooling at the same time, mom said we had to relocate to the east (imo state Nigeria) which we did, but I was really pained because I was making a living and I was really happy with my current work.

We relocated to the east thinking that the path will be better, not knowing that things was about to get really bad. After much struggles, I couldn't bare it no more, so I had to look for something to do.

That was when I started going for laborer job. I mixed cement for a brick layer at the age of 16 and I did it for some time and still doing it till date.. yes even as a Nursing student.

After all the ups ad downs, I managed to graduate from secondary school with a good grade which still surprises me up till date, and that was when I decided to do nursing.

My nursing career is as a result of what life has thrown to me and I really don't want nobody to face such. I'm just summarizing things here to be honest.

I started my nursing career few years ago and it has been filled with ups and downs. We had a hangout in hive learners community last Monday and I told them I nearly committed suicide at one stage of life, but seeing why I started, looking at the people that are with me, and looking at tons of people out there I will help via charity, I decided to keep living.

Currently, I am a man of many talents.


At my current age, I do go for carpentry works,

I carry blocks for a block company,

I manage my provision store which I opened with the money gotten from the little jobs I do,

I still know how to fix wires (electrician)


I know how to sew (tailoring)

And I am still a blogger and crypto spot trader.
If someone told you that I do these things, will you believe? NO. I do anything for money except illegal things.

I do anything that could get money and all these money I forward to my schooling.. yes.. when I started hive newly, I removed the money I got due to school problems, and even in Steemit (I was an author there too... My username is @ delightharris), I had to power down and channel the money into my school.

Currently I am owing a 125,000 Naira but I'm just hoping and working hard towards it. I believe in my hard and smart works and I believe in my creator to give me strength... What don't kill me will always make me stronger in life, and this, I will accomplish and get my license to practice, then impact the world positively.

**THE MOTIVATION**

One things I've come to learn in life is that, if you're like a Christian that prays for God to do everything for you, my dear you'll perish. I believe that God has given us "dominion." In genesis he said "and let them have dominion." This implies that I have the power to do things, I have the authority to command things to work for me, but all these I could achieve through hard and smart work, including determination, self control, positive spirituality, loyalty, humility, as well as good vibes.

I am a student nurse currently who is in his Final years, and my dream of charity is about to be accomplished by Grace.

So what is holding you? If I could realize myself at age 6 and get out of my comfort zone to work, what about you? Yes two people ain't the same, but you're better than a 6 year old.

Irrespective of what life is throwing at us, we should be strong enough to fight head on with it. What doesn't kill you will make you stronger and, and if I die trying, it's better for me than to lead a miserable and poor life.

If you feel like crying in the process, shout out loud and cry your heart out.. if you feel angry and annoyed, look at your reflexion in a mirror and ask yourself, what is wrong and how I'm I going to solve this problem.. if you feel like giving up, remind yourself why you started and the people who are hoping that you make it in life, and when you reach your dreams, **put in kindness to the world,** help the needy, and tell them to help other persons and by so doing, the world will be a better place.

The change you seek begins from you.

Thank you for reading, I really appreciate you stopping by, and all the support I have been getting.

I love you all.

Great game 2 of the NBA Finals. Congrats to the Miami Heat on the win!

Hockey night in America, Stanley Cup Finals!!! Let’s go!!!

Me and my family have been taking advantage of some foraging lately thanks to the great weather in the UK, and we thought it would be a good idea to share some recipes with anyone who might be looking for some culinary inspiration.



This is also a great way to indulge in the delightful flavours of dandelion and plantain pancakes while reaping the health benefits and saving money. This recipe not only offers a unique twist on traditional pancakes but also incorporates nutritious ingredients that can be foraged or found easily. By incorporating these pancakes into your routine, you can enjoy a wholesome and cost-effective breakfast option.

Health Benefits:

Nutrient-rich Ingredients: Dandelion leaves are packed with vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and iron. Plantain leaves are known for their antioxidant properties and contain vitamins A and C.
Digestive Aid: Both dandelion and plantain leaves have been traditionally used to support digestion and promote a healthy gut.
Anti-inflammatory Properties: The combination of spices such as ginger and garam masala in the recipe adds anti-inflammatory benefits to the pancakes.
Gluten-free and Dairy-free Option: By using buckwheat flour (or your favourite gluten free flour) and coconut milk (or your favourite dairy-free milk), this recipe offers a gluten-free and dairy-free alternative for individuals with dietary restrictions.



Cost Benefits:

Foraging Opportunities: Dandelion leaves, plantain leaves, and flowers can often be found in abundance in parks, gardens, and open spaces. Harvesting these ingredients yourself can save you money and provide a connection to nature.
Versatile Ingredients: The dough for these pancakes can be customised with various herbs, spices, or vegetables, allowing you to use up leftover ingredients or adapt based on personal preferences.
Bulk Buying: Purchasing flour, coconut milk, and spices in larger quantities can be more cost-effective in the long run, as these staple ingredients can be used in a variety of recipes.
Reduced Food Waste: By incorporating wild medicinal herbs such as dandelion and plantain that are often overlooked, you can reduce food waste and make the most of what nature has to offer.

By integrating this recipe into your routine, you can enjoy a breakfast that not only tantalises your taste buds but also supports your well-being and saves you money. So why not embark on a culinary adventure and savour the health and cost benefits of dandelion and plantain pancakes?
Dandelion and Plantain Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients for the dough:
• 400 ml coconut milk, FF
• 4 organic eggs
• 250 g buckwheat flour (or flour of your choice)
• 1/4 tsp Himalayan salt
• Handful of dandelion leaves
• Handful of plantain leaves
• Handful of dandelion flowers
• 1/8 tsp white pepper
• 1/8 tsp fresh grated nutmeg
• 1 tsp fresh grated garlic
• 2 tbsp finely chopped green onion
• 1 tsp garam masala (cumin, coriander, cumin)
• 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
• 1/2 tsp fresh grated lemon zest

You will need some goos fat for greasing the pan.


Goos fat

Pancakes dough ingredients

Grated ginger and garlic

Chopped green onions
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, add the eggs and a pinch of salt. Beat with an electric whisk for a couple of minutes.

Adding Himalayan salt to the eggs

Whisking eggs and salt
2.Add 100 ml of coconut milk and continue mixing for another couple of minutes.

Adding 100 ml coconut milk to the eggs mixture

Mixing eggs and coconut milk
3.Gradually add the flour while mixing until it forms a fairly thick dough.

Adding flour to the eggs mixture

Mixing the flour with the eggs mixture
4.Slowly add the remaining coconut milk while mixing until the batter becomes smooth.

Adding the remaining coconut milk to the mixture

Mixing the batter until smooth
5.Cover the bowl and let the dough rest in the refrigerator while you prepare the vegetables.
6.Wash, dry, and chop the dandelion leaves, plantain leaves, and dandelion flowers. Place them in a bowl.

Plantain, dandelion leaves and flowers

Chopping dandelion flowers

Chopping dandelion and plantain leaves

Bowl with all chopped greens
7.Finely grate the garlic and ginger and let aside.

Grating garlic and ginger
8.Finely chop the green onions and add them to the bowl.

Adding chopped green onions to the wild greens
9.Prepare the spices spices (white pepper, grated nutmeg, garam masala) and set aside.
10.Once all preparations are finished, add the spices and the green vegetables to the dough and mix well.

Adding white pepper

Adding garam masala

Adding grated nutmeg

Adding grated garlic and ginger

Adding all the chopped wild greens and onions to the batter

Mixing all the ingredients
11.At last add the grated lemon zest and whisk until combine.

Adding the grated lemon zest

The final dandelion and plantain pancake mixture
Cooking the pancakes:
1. Heat a cast iron pan with lid and spread a spoonful of goose fat as soon as it reaches the desired temperature.

Cast iron pan, goos fat and the ready to use pancake batter with spoon
2. Once the fat has melted, pour the pancake batter using a small cup or a spoon, leaving some distance between each pancake. Cover with lid.

Arranging pancakes

Covering the cast iron pan with the lid
3. Cook the pancakes for a couple of minutes on each side until they turn golden brown. Carefully flip them using a spatula and then cover with lid.

Pancakes after a couple of minutes of cooking, before flipping them

Pancakes half cooked, after flipping them
4. Transfer the cooked pancakes to a wire rack to cool.
5. Repeat the process, adding another teaspoon of goose fat for each batch, until all the batter is used.

Ready to eat dandelion and plantain pancakes

Optional baking method:


Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF) and grease a baking pan.
Pour the dough into the greased pan and spread it evenly.
If desired, dissolve 1 tsp of baking soda/baking powder in 20 ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice or apple cider vinegar and add it to the dough before pouring into the baking tray.
Bake for 20-30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the dough, until it turns golden brown and resembles a focaccia.

Storage and serving:
•The pancakes can be served immediately or cooled completely and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
•Alternatively, you can freeze the pancakes and enjoy them within two months.
Enjoy the unique flavours and nourishing qualities of these dandelion and plantain pancakes. Whether served fresh or toasted, they are a delightful addition to any mealtime.

May your meal be nutritious and healthy always!

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About The Author:
When I'm not working, you can find me dancing, foraging in nature, cooking or baking healthy meals in my kitchen, spending time with my grandson, working out in the gym, exploring the world of cryptocurrencies, and much more.

Happy cooking!