Throw caution to the wind. Taking risks.

Throw caution to the wind. Try it you'll like it.
To abandon one's cautiousness in order to take a risk.
You can't live life completely reserved, you know.
You've got to throw caution to the wind every now and then by taking a risk.

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Never fry a fish until its caught.

Cooking Verbs

Grate – To cut into very small pieces by rubbing it against a special tool called a grater. Can you grate the cheese?

Grill – To cook on a frame over the fire. Let's grill the chicken.

Layer – To form or arrange parts or pieces of something on top of each other: To form or arrange something in layers. How many layers on that cake?

Melt – To change or to cause something to change from a solid to a liquid usually because of heat. Like cheese. Can we add melted cheese to the burger?

Pinch – The amount of something that can be held between your finger and thumb. Just a pinch of salt.

Pour –To cause something to flow in a steady stream from or into a container or place. Pour that into a cup, please.

Scramble – To prepare eggs by mixing the white and yellow parts together and then stirring the mixture in a hot pan. Let's make the eggs scrambled.

Serve –To give food or drink to someone.

Simmer – To cook something so that it is almost boiling for a certain period of time. Reduce the heat and then let the rice simmer for 30 minutes.

Slice – A thin piece of food that is cut from something larger. Slice me off a chunk.

Spread – To put a layer of something on top of something else. Spread the butter on the toast.

Stir – To mix something by making circular movements in it with a spoon or similar object. Stir the sauce.

Taste – To sense the flavor of something that you are eating or drinking. Can I taste the soup?

Add – To put something with another thing or group of things. Add all the dry ingredients together.

Bake – To make food, such as bread and cake by preparing a dough, batter, etc., and cooking it in an oven using dry heat. Can we bake a bundt cake?

Blend – To mix things thoroughly and usually with good results.

Boil – To cook something in the water that is boiling.

Bread – To cover food with bread crumbs before cooking it.

Broil – To cook food directly over or under extremely high heat.

Chop – To cut something into pieces by hitting it with the sharp edge of an ax, knife, etc.

Cut – To use a sharp tool such as a knife to open or divide something.

Dip – To put something into a liquid and pull it out again quickly.

Fry – To cook food in fat or oil.

Monday morning

Coffee and banana

Annihilation (2018)

This new science fiction spectacle(spek-tuh-kuhl) has plenty of action and strange creatures looming throughout the film. Natalie Portman is a leader in the team that must investigate a new and strange alien presence on Earth. Jennifer Jason Leigh is fun as a dying scientist. Plenty of colorful special effects. Lots of moment to moment nail-biting scenes and bizarre creatures that make quick appearances. A sequel? Perhaps as the annihilation(uh-nahy-uh-ley-shuhn) continues.

Disintermediation(dis-in-ter-mee-dee-ey-shuhn)

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Questions and Answers
There are many ways to greet someone and start a conversation. Here are a few.
Exercise 1: Practice the following questions and answers aloud.

When people meet for the first time, they introduce themselves naturally.
But in case they don’t, here are some questions and answers.
Q: Questions and A: Answers
1. Q: May I introduce myself.
A: Yes, what’s your name?
2. Q: Mark, Nice to meet you.
A: Likewise, or it’s nice to meet you too.
3. Q: Can I give you a lift?
A: Yes, thank you.
4. Q: Have you been to Los Angeles before?
A: Many times.
5. Q: How do I get to the Hollywood sign?
A: Try Beechwood Avenue.
6. Q: How long does it take to get there from here?
A: Depends on traffic, but usually around thirty minutes.
7. Q: How long have you known each other?
A: About seven years.
8. Q: How often do you talk to your parents?
A: Every other day.
9. Q: I received the paperwork.
A: Thank you.
10. Q: Confirming our appointment.
A: Great, see you tomorrow.
11. Q: I’m moving to a new apartment.
A: Are you renting a U-Haul?
12. Q: Please resend that document.
A: Will do, please give me a minute.
13. Q: Please text or email me.
A: What’s your number?
14. Q: Sorry, but I can’t make that meeting.
A: That’s okay, we have one tomorrow.
15. Q: That’s a great outfit.
A: Thank you.
16. Q: Do you want to split an uber?
A: Sure, but we’re going in different direction.
17. Q: Weather hasn’t been the same lately.
A: Thanks to global warming.
18. Q: What are you going to do this weekend?
A: Going to see a movie and write a novel.
19. Q: What do you plan to do after graduation?
A: Good question.
20. Q: What kind of work do you do?
A: Real Estate.
21. Q: What time do you get out of class?
A: Today, I get out at 4 pm.
22. Q: What’s your major?
A: History.
23. Q: What’s your phone number?
A: Here it’s on my card.
24. Q: When did you come to the UNITED STATES?
A: Last year.
25. Q: Mind if I join you?
A: Please do, the coffee’s great.
26. Q: Where can I find a gift for my friend’s birthday?
A: Try Melrose avenue or the Grove. Either place.
27. Q: Where do you live?
A: Hollywood, California.
28. Q: Where is the restroom?
A: First door on the right.
29. Q: Would you like a lift?
A: Thanks.
30. Q: Would you like to go to a movie?
A: Sure, what movie?
31. Q: You speak English very well.
A: Thank you.
32. Q: I’m in a rush.
A: Where’s the fire?

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What do eating disorders and smoking have in common?

What do eating disorders and smoking have in common? The answer, both can be successfully treated using hypnosis. More than 5 % of women suffer from some form of eating disorders in their lifetime and effective treatments are in high demand. From bulimia and anorexia to overeating. The effects on society are dramatic and include an elevated level of suicides among women as they are more psychologically affected than men in attitude expectations. The treatment for eating disorders is varied and includes a modern form of hypnosis. This method of treatment is often done in a very quiet setting. 

Reduce your accent AND choose a profession.

American English Professions: Pick one

1. Accountant
2. Baker
3. Bartender
4. Builder
5. Butcher
6. Carpenter
7. Cashier
8. Chef
9. Electrician
10. Financial analyst
11. Flight attendant
12. Engineer
13. Fireman
14. Hairdresser
15. Journalist
16. Judge
17. Lawyer
18. Musician
19. Pilot
20. Plumber
21. Politician
22. Postman
23. Receptionist
24. Scientist
25. Tailor
26. Technician
27. Volcanologist

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