The LuLac Edition #5, 629, Aopril 14th, 2026

 

McCLAY EVENT PACKED

LuLac had the opportunity to attend the Jessica McClay event at Patte’s Sports Bar last week. A good, enthused crowd was there as politicos, friends, neighbors were on hand. Thy were interested in continuing the quality of leadership they have  been used to in the 121st district with Eddie Day Pashinski and before that Kevin Blaum. It was a snapshot of the district of all ages and stations of life that were in support of the candidate. 

McClay gave a wonderful speech about how she evolved personally and professionally.  Her bio is compelling because she is truly one of us. She raised a family, went back to school, got her degree in Education and also became a member of the community coaching sports, serving on Wilkes-Barre city committees and serving on Wilkes-Barre city council with determination and distinction.

Her experience is tailormade for the job of representing all the people. As a Councilwoman, she has demonstrated immediate action for constituents single handedly. Personally, I can only imagine what she could do with a Legislative staff.

The primary election is on May 19^th. 

Here I am with the candidate in our matching blue.

With Eddie Day Pashinski.

The crowd. 

Kymberly Rosencrans from Rep. Pashinski's Plains office and best realtor ever, Megan McCarthy. 

Four stellar public servants and supporters,  Luzerne County Councilman Chris Bellas, City Controller Tony Thomas, Councilman Bill Barrett and Stan Mirin. 

Rep. Pashinski and Mayor Brown 

Mayor Brown and McClay. 

 

Pashinski with McClay 

 

 

TRUMP ATTACKS

POPE LEO 

Wow! I’ve always said there was  no bottom for the pig President but now he attacked the Pope.

Now who the hell attacks the Pope?

He claimed the leader of the world’s 1.2 billion Catholics had been elected because the Vatican thought it would be the “best way to deal with President Donald J Trump”.

What an ego and stunning lack of history!!!! The last 4 Popes were non-Italians who were chosen through (if you are a Catholic) the Holy Spirit, a power much higher than Diaper Don! Plus Leo was a protégé of Pope Francis who was chosen in 2013 long before Trump stained the office of the Presidency.

Robert Francis was chosen against other Popes for his complete resume, a document that has escaped the grifter President.

“Leo should be thankful because, as everyone knows, he was a shocking surprise. He wasn’t on any list to be Pope and was only put there by the Church because he was an American... If I wasn’t in the White House, Leo wouldn’t be in the Vatican,” Mr Trump said.

First off Mr. Trump, he was on my list and I have proof I had predicted it. Second,  SHUT UP because you’re obviously taking credit for him.

Trump said “I don’t want a Pope who thinks it’s OK for Iran to have a nuclear weapon,” he wrote, adding: “I like his brother Louis much better than I like him because Louis is all Maga. He gets it and Leo doesn’t!”

First off Donnie, GO TO CHURCH instead of golfing. Most thinking Catholics don’t CARE what you want!

He continued the tirade after disembarking, telling reporters: “I’m not a fan of Pope Leo.”

Again Mr. President, take your adderall , crap  you pants and understand we don’t care.

Mr Trump also posted an AI-generated image of himself suggesting that he possessed healing powers similar to Christ.

The post later appeared to have been deleted.

 BUT NOT HERE!!

Trump later claimed that the photo of him in robes was that of a Doctor because   "I make people feel better".  Talk about a bad case of love. 

 

 

 The Pope responded to Trump's nonsense during his prep  travel to Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea.

“I have no fear of the Trump administration,” he said on board the papal plane, insisting he was not directly criticizing the US president by calling for peace in the Middle East.

“I will not enter into debate. The things that I say are certainly not meant as attacks on anyone. The message of the Gospel is very clear: Blessed are the peacemakers,” he added.

“I will continue to speak out ‌loudly against war, looking to promote peace, promoting dialogue and multilateral relationships among the states to look for just solutions to problems.”

Politicians and Catholic bishops swiftly came to the Pope’s defense, including the president of Iran.

The Pope fired back at Mr Trump, saying he was “not afraid” of the US president or his administration.

Italian politicians described Mr. Trump’s criticism as unprecedented and issued messages of solidarity to the pontiff as he left Rome to embark on a tour of Africa on Monday.

The war of words marked an escalation of the rift that had developed between the White House and Vatican since the Pope, born Robert Francis Prevost, was elected last May following the death of Pope Francis.

Well there was one small victory. At least Trump didn’t go “all “Dolph” on us and try to kidnap the new Pontiff like the Germans tried to do with Pope Pius XII in World War II.

But with the man child pig with TDS, Trump Does Stupid, you just never know.

(The Telegragh, LuLac)

 

 

 

 

 

The LuLac Edition #5, 628, April 13th, 2026

 

13

QUESTIONS

Our 13 Questions logo

 

1.  Are you liking the new umpire checks in baseball?

 

I look at it this way. The science of pitching is so precise that with balls and strikes, the umps aren’t missing by much.  On the close calls at the bases, that will help with the fairness of the game. The only thing I don’t like is the ghost runner and I understand I am not alone in that.

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2.  Do you think the President has lost his mind?

I think he is unstable, narcistic, and has painted himself in the corner on this one. He poked the wrong bear and has insured that Iran will be our enemy well into the next century.

 

3.  Do you think Medicare and Social Security will be at risk?

 

Absolutely. This President has lied, has shown himself to be a careless cretin who is full of shit and will in a heartbeat sell out seniors, the sick and disabled without blinking an eye.

 

4.  Why do you insist on calling the President a pig?

Because he is. He has no regard for anything or anyone but himself. To call him a small child is an insult to small children everywhere.  Small children learn, they grow, they share. HE DOES NOT. I am only seeing who he is and describing it.

 

5.  Easter candy favorite?

A nice piece of Dark Chocolate Cadbury and some nonparells.

 

6.  Are you excited for the concert at Kirby Park for the 20^th century?

 

Anytime big name entertainment can come to Kirby Park, I’m in. I am so very glad Wilkes-Barre was one of the cities chosen among the 5.

 

7.  The Paige Cognetti campaign seems to be off to be  off  a good start. But can she withstand the assault coming from the MAGAs?

I’m sure she can. The GOP lie machine is already throwing bullshit at her to deflect the failings of the GOP agenda under Trump and the shape they are leaving this country in. But I’m confident she can handle it.

 

8.  How many living former Congressmen do we have from our district?

Four. Kanjorski, Barletta, Cartwright and Holden.

 

9.  Name the current athlete that you’d like to meet in this era?

Caitlin Clarke, hands down.

 

10.              Have you ever met any First Lady of the United States?

No, I did not. 

 

11.              Are you confident that the Trump administration as well as Vice President Vance win at the negotiating table?

I don’t. There won’t be any career diplomats in the room because all of them were sidelined by the Trump administration as “not needed”. What they don’t understand is these people had history and institutional knowledge with Iran. The chance for a misunderstanding or worse is greater than ever.

 

12.              Comments on Melania’s statement about Epstein.

I think she was doing her own damage control.  But she can’t deny the photos. However that stated, I know Al Gore and baseball great Mike Schmidt were uncomfortable with taking photos with strangers. So there’s that.

 

13.              Favorite out of town restaurants?

Smith & Wolensky in New York, Carrabba Grille in Allentown, Bud and Marilyn’s in Philly  and Chestnut Hill Star Diner in Stroudsburg.

 

 

 

The LuLac Edition #5, 627, April 13th, 2026

 MONDAY MEMES

The LuLac Edition #5, 626, April 12th, 2026

 

 

 

 

FOOD-TASTIC NEWS

ICE & RICE

VERY NICE!!!!

 

GELATO 

AND 

ITALIAN ICE

 

Italian ice is a semi-frozen sweetened treat compose d of finely granulated ice and fruit concentrates, juices, or purées, or other natural or artificial food flavorings. Italian ice is derived from Italian granita and is in many ways similar to sorbet and snow cones, but differs from American-style sherbet in that it does not contain dairy or egg ingredients. The ingredients in Italian ice are mixed, then whipped during the freezing process similar to the process for making ice cream. As a group, Italian ice comes in a variety of consistencies from crunchy, to smooth, to slushy.  In Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley, Italian ice is known as water ice. In Boston and other places in New England, it is known as slush — not to be confused with a slushie, which is a drink.

Italian ice was introduced to the United States by Italian immigrants and is derived from the Sicilian granita, a similar and related Italian dessert, with Italian immigrants often selling it in the streets of cities such as New York City and Philadelphia. Traditionally lemon-flavored, popular modern choices include cherry, strawberry, and other fruits and confections.

The Italian word sorbetto and English sherbet come from fruit syrups sweetened with honey or palm sugar and diluted with water that were once drunk by Arabs.

In Italy, Italian ice or granita seems to have appeared at the same time as ice cream in the second half of the 17th century. Both products use the same technology. Italian ice can be used as a stand-alone refreshment, dessert, or as a palate restorer in a multi-course meal.

Locally we have two franchises of water ice, Rita’s as well as Josies. You can get all flavors with any combination of toppings. Expect to pay over $10.00 for 2 large but they are delicious and you an store them in the fudge if you, like me, eat ice cream, incrementally.

My favorite flavor is Blacxk Cherry followed closely by lime. Lime, however, is a scarce commodity in both so when they do make it, grab it.

Finely granulated flavored ice of Italian immigrant origin is instead commonly referred to and sold as water ice by residents and natives of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia metropolitan area, including South Jersey.

Although largely synonymous with Italian ice, water ice has also been described as a specific type of Italian ice originating in Philadelphia, or a "variation on the more broadly-accepted Italian ice".

One summer I worked at a place in Moosic overnight that made Luigi’s Italian Ice. I had to take the finished product which was boxed and stack it into this huge freezer. It was the summer of ’95 and blazing hot outside. The contrast of the cold and the heat is most likely one of the reasons why I have arthritic hands. My favorite Luigi’s…..grape and cherry.

 

FRIED RICE RECIPE

With the high cost of dining out, even a Chinese box of fried rice might  be off your checklist. But I found a great recipe to make it on your own. This restaurant-style Chinese Fried Rice recipe is the best ever! It tastes even better than takeout and is ready to eat in just 15 minutes. This is one of the most popular recipes on Everyday Easy Eats, for good reason. Learn how to make homemade fried rice with this easy recipe that is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Use cold, cooked rice: The key to making perfect Chinese fried rice is using leftover, refrigerated rice. This is because chilled (preferably day-old) rice will separate nicely and won’t clump together in the pan. A freshly-cooked batch of warm rice will not fry well when it hits the hot pan, and will result in mushy clumps.

Use long-grain, white rice: It cooks up fluffy and not sticky, with individual grains remaining distinct and firm. I find that Jasmine or Basmati rice gives the best consistency, fragrance, and flavor.

Use butter: Japanese steakhouses use a big pat of butter when they’re making fried rice for good reason. Using butter (rather than oil) makes the rice brown up perfectly and just makes everything taste so much better.

Use a wok or large skillet: You want to use a pan that seems large for the amount of rice and other ingredients you are using. This allows the ingredients in the pan to heat up quickly and evenly. It also gives you plenty of room to toss everything together without anything falling out of the pan.

Be sure to use the tips above to make sure your fried rice turns out perfect, every single time!

Okay, let’s talk ingredients. To make this homemade fried rice recipe, you will need:

Cooked, chilled rice: Make sure your rice has been cooked in advance and thoroughly chilled in the fridge in a sealed container. As I said before, freshly-cooked rice will not work well in this recipe.

Onions, carrots, peas, and green onions: This is the base mix of vegetables that I always use for fried rice, but feel free to substitute any other stir-fry vegetables you have on hand.

Garlic and ginger: These two ingredients add a zesty kick and depth of flavor. Always use freshly minced garlic and grated ginger for the best flavor.

Eggs: These add a good dose of protein, as well as flavor and texture. If possible, you should use organic, pasture-raised eggs for maximum health benefits.

Soy sauce: This savory condiment forms the base of the rice’s flavor. You could also use tamari, which is essentially gluten-free soy sauce. I recommend always purchasing high-quality organic tamari and soy sauce. Soybeans are one of the top GMO and pesticide-laden crops, so it’s worth spending the extra money on organic.

Sriracha: This spicy sauce adds a good amount of heat without overpowering the rest of the flavors in the dish.

Butter: Again, butter just makes everything better. I recommend using grass-fed butter if you can.

Saute the veggies: Start by cooking the vegetables and aromatics in a bit of butter until tender.

Cook the eggs: Push the veggies to one side of the pan. On the cleared side, scramble up the eggs in the last bit of butter. Then, stir to combine everything together.

Stir-fry the rice and sauces: Next, add the rice, soy sauce, and Sriracha. Stir-fry the mixture for a couple of minutes to pull all the flavors together.

Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with some sliced green onions over top the fried rice, then serve it up nice and warm.

Here are other variations.

Pineapple Fried Rice: Canned or fresh pineapple can be traditional in Chinese or Thai fried rice. Just dice and stir it in to combine.

Kimchi Fried Rice: Kimchi adds an incredible flavor boost to fried rice. Just chop and mix it in your fried rice.

Chicken Fried Rice: Cook a couple of chicken breasts in a pan. Then shred or dice and add it to your fried rice. For a shortcut, use leftover or rotisserie chicken.

Shrimp Fried Rice: Pan-fry a pound of peeled, raw shrimp and then stir it into your fried rice.

Pork Fried Rice: Cook a boneless pork chop in a pan, then dice and add to your rice.

Beef Fried Rice: Sauté steak or brown ground beef in a pan, then crumble or dice and add to your fried rice.

Or you can make your own House Fried Rice and add beef, chicken, pork, anything you want. Except pizza, or tomato sauce. That would be so wrong.