While shopping for a compression elbow for a new dishwasher, I asked the sales clerk what was the proper outside diameter for the water supply line.
He said, “We’ve got a complete kit for dishwashers over there.” I told him that I just wanted the fitting.
He looked at me slyly, and said, “You’re not planning to reuse the existing plumbing supply lines, are you?” I laughed and admitted that this indeed was my plan, to which he replied, “using existing plumbing supply lines is like putting a clean pair of clothes over dirty underwear.”
Never having the practice illustrated so visually, I asked him to elaborate. He explained that the fitting expands during the tightening process and the brass compression ring never regains its initial bond.
All set to feast? We can’t wait. O’Reilly/DePalma team members share the dishes that make Thanksgiving so memorable (and workouts so necessary).
Jen Datka: For the past several years I’ve been making Apple Honey Pie with Thyme for dessert. This year it’s being topped with homemade Maple-Rosemary Ice Cream, too
Erik Hoffer: My mom’s broccoli and cheese dish.
Mary Ann Blackburn: My favorite Thanksgiving recipe is Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping. It’s from my college roommate Linda (the roommate who actually cooks, not the other one). FYI, I am only allowed to use recipes at my house that have been made and recommended by Linda. This comes after several “experiments” with new recipes that didn’t go so well. As requested by my family.
Nora DePalma: Sausage stuffing, my mom’s recipe. With NO fruit. Do you hear me, Jim?
Jim Datka: World’s greatest gravy. Look for TWO fruits in your stuffing this year, DePalma.
Heather McCune: Cranberry Salad with Whipped Cream/Cream Cheese dressing. As light and luscious as it sounds.
Kelly Morris: I was given this Thanksgiving recipe 43 years ago when I was just a newlywed and it has been used in my kitchen since the day I said I do. This is why I enjoy the holiday so much. Bon Appetit
Recipe for Thanksgiving
1. Prepare the table with your finest dishes, silverware, tablecloth and a beautiful centerpiece
2. Take time for yourself before the meal by taking a long hot bubble bath accompanied by some bubbly
3. Slip into that sexy black dress you have been saving for a special occasion
4. Dab a little of that expensive perfume you have been saving
5. Light the candles
6. Call the store from which you ordered your meal
7. Sit down and enjoy!
Have a safe, wonderful enjoyable holiday from all of us to you and yours.
PS: Download the recipes for Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping, Honey Apple Pie With Thyme, and Maple Rosemary Ice Cream.
Read about more Thanksgiving food, fun and memories among this week’s Let’s Blog Off contributors. Learn more about Let’s Blog Off.
I use thumbtacks for no other purpose than to post things I love over my desk. A boss once told me that it’s unprofessional to have a lot of personal things over your desk.
Maybe so. But I’ve tacked up precious memories for more than 25 years, and I really don’t think it’s really hurt my career. Enjoy the tour of my thumbtacked life:
Daily 5 Remodel is calling all bathroom remodeling professionals to show how they solved America’s Ugliest Bathrooms. The top three vote-getters will win an American Standard 5-Function Shower System and professional public relations assistance to spread the word locally.
Almost immediately, a deer head came in.
A professional remodeler was clearly needed.
Unbelievable change by Craig Deimler, Deimler & Sons Construction, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. See more at America’s Ugliest Bathroom Solved.
If you’ve got a winner, email no more than two “before” pix — and no more than two “after” pix, along with a brief caption in your own words before January 31. In your subject line, write “ugly bathroom.” No purchase necessary to participate.
Thanks to Leah Thayer who challenged American Standard Brands to come with a fun contest that enables pros to show off their stuff.
