Began running and lifting weights consistently again at the end of May. I always do better with that during the summer. Finished my first graduate level class with flying colors! I’ll be starting the Fall semester classes next week, and I’m looking forward to it. I think I’ve had the breather I needed this summer, [...]
Happy memories seem to be my summertime post every year, and I’ve been especially thoughtful this year with all the changes in my life. My favorite sandwich growing up when we went picnicking or camping: a sliced ham and roast beef. No cheese, just Blue Plate mayo on 2 slices of Roman Meal Wheat Bread. [...]
These are the newest recipes I’ve tried lately. Oddly enough, they all contain alcohol, which was mostly cooked out: Irish Car Bomb Cupcakes, following this recipe. We used Guinness Extra Stout, and the flavor was strong but very good. Our only variation was to use Jack Daniels Tennessee Whiskey instead of Jameson Irish Whiskey. This [...]
Last week, Ryan and I made the decision that we want to buy a house. So we immediately set about the business of educating ourselves on the process. Last Saturday, we drove by several houses on our list, and we met with a realtor on Monday. And we’ve got an appointment for sometime this weekend [...]
Karen and Rob are moving to Austin, TX this weekend, and April and Thomas are moving to Dallas, TX in approximately 6 weeks. April asked Karen and I if we would take a 2 day road trip with her to Dallas while she registered a new car tag. These are some notes I took along [...]
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Almost a week ago, I awoke at 6:00am full of anticipation at walking across the stage for USM’s 100th commencement anniversary. I had successfully completed my Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Food Systems, and it was and is very satisfying. As I stood waiting to go out onto the field with my classmate pals, I [...]
Oh my!! Ryan, my dashing husband and friend, bought me a Kitchenaid mixer with the icecream maker attachment for my graduation present! He couldn’t wait on graduation and let me open it yesterday when it arrived. I squealed and hopped up and down, and I still type this with a smile. It is lovely and [...]
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The end of the school semester is fast approaching at 3 weeks, 4 days until graduation day! I will successfully have acquired my Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition. Hurrah! I’ve recently found some time to make stuffed mushrooms, tequila chicken, and turnips au gratin in my cast iron skillet (and zucchini au gratin for that matter). [...]
I have left my website sadly untended since October, so I shall make amends today. Today is the beginning of the 2nd half of the semester, and I’m glad to say that graduation is in 7 weeks and 5 days. I’ve had much happen since October, including finishing my portfolio, enjoying the holidays, a pre-select [...]
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I am a pretty decent cook and thoroughly enjoy exploring new recipes that aren’t necessarily tried and true. Something I’ve never cooked is lamb, and someday, when I have more time, I want to make this: http://www.thefoodinmybeard.com/2009/10/herb-roasted-leg-of-lamb.html How scrumptious and delectable that looks! Nom nom nom! I like to check out that website, too, because [...]