~WORD OF THE DAY~
olla podrida • \ah-luh-puh-DREE-duh\• noun
1 : a rich seasoned stew of slowly simmered meat and vegetables that is a traditional Spanish and Latin-American dish
*2 : hodgepodge
Example Sentence:
Ask around for ideas on how to stop hiccups and you’ll get an olla podrida of bizarre remedies.
Did you know? In 1599, lexicographer John Minsheu wanted to know "from whence or why they call it olla podrida." Good question. No one is sure why the Spanish used a term that means "rotten pot" to name a tasty stew, but there has been plenty of speculation on the subject. One theory holds that the name developed because the long, slow cooking process required to make the stew was compared to the process of rotting, but there's no definitive evidence to support that idea. It is more certain that both French and English speakers borrowed "olla podrida" and later adapted the term for other mixtures whose content was as varied as the stew. The French also translated "olla podrida" as "pot pourri," an expression English speakers adapted to "potpourri."
*Indicates the sense illustrated in the example sentence
~THE REBATE~
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olla podrida • \ah-luh-puh-DREE-duh\• noun
1 : a rich seasoned stew of slowly simmered meat and vegetables that is a traditional Spanish and Latin-American dish
*2 : hodgepodge
Example Sentence:
Ask around for ideas on how to stop hiccups and you’ll get an olla podrida of bizarre remedies.
Did you know? In 1599, lexicographer John Minsheu wanted to know "from whence or why they call it olla podrida." Good question. No one is sure why the Spanish used a term that means "rotten pot" to name a tasty stew, but there has been plenty of speculation on the subject. One theory holds that the name developed because the long, slow cooking process required to make the stew was compared to the process of rotting, but there's no definitive evidence to support that idea. It is more certain that both French and English speakers borrowed "olla podrida" and later adapted the term for other mixtures whose content was as varied as the stew. The French also translated "olla podrida" as "pot pourri," an expression English speakers adapted to "potpourri."
*Indicates the sense illustrated in the example sentence
~THE REBATE~
Summer is the time of year for kids to play and get the scrapes and cuts that all kids get, making this a really good rebate offer. Buy any three products, in any combination from these participating brands: Band-Aid Brand Adhesive Bandages, Neosporin, or Purell Instant Hand Sanitizer and get a free first aid kit in your choice of three colors by mail. The kit also comes with coupons inside for future purchases. All you need to do is mail in the dated, store identified cash register receipt together with the rebate form with the UPCs from your purchases taped to it. Offers expires on 7/31/2010 and must be postmarked before 8/31/2010.
Have a wonderful Wednesday everyone!
C.Q.
What a handy thing for folks. The ones who have kids could really benefit from this. Nice find.
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