I don't know what it is about the cold weather, but it makes me crave soup. I have eaten chili, vegetable beef soup, southwestern corn chowder, gumbo, broccoli cheese soup...just kidding I am having a Bubba moment from Forest Gump.
But seriously, I don't want to eat anything but soup here lately. I have been researching recipes and making up my own recipes. It is really hard to ruin soup. If it is bad, you can just add tomatoes and a few spices and call it something fancy and have an amazing new dish.
*Any good soup recipes, let me know.
Monday, December 8, 2008
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Monday, December 1, 2008
"I'm giving you a warning this time".
JR and I made our long drive back from Florida today. JR drove the bulk of the way while we listened to conservative talk radio....oh, also, JR drove 90-100 mph the entire way.
I picked up driving somewhere around Savannah and had been on the road approximately fifteen miles when BLUE LIGHTS....yes, I was getting pulled over for driving eighty. The officer came up and said the standard lines...I'm pulling you over for...I need your license and registration....I'll be right back. He did ask one question that was a little out of the box. "Do you have a reason for driving so fast?" I didn't answer him at first, because I thought it was a trick question, so he asked me "Huh?", so I answered, "no, I don't have a reason"....and that answer ladies and gentlemen was the reason he came back to my car with the warning ticket.
My advice for getting pulled over is to remain humble. The answer to the question "Do you know why I pulled you over" is... "Because I was speeding, I know... I am so sorry"..etc, etc.
Anyway, we had a very nice Thanksgiving and visit, and I am thankful that we made it back home and super thankful that I don't have to pay a fine for going with the flow of traffic.
Also, one last traffic tip, slower traffic keep right....pass the word.
I picked up driving somewhere around Savannah and had been on the road approximately fifteen miles when BLUE LIGHTS....yes, I was getting pulled over for driving eighty. The officer came up and said the standard lines...I'm pulling you over for...I need your license and registration....I'll be right back. He did ask one question that was a little out of the box. "Do you have a reason for driving so fast?" I didn't answer him at first, because I thought it was a trick question, so he asked me "Huh?", so I answered, "no, I don't have a reason"....and that answer ladies and gentlemen was the reason he came back to my car with the warning ticket.
My advice for getting pulled over is to remain humble. The answer to the question "Do you know why I pulled you over" is... "Because I was speeding, I know... I am so sorry"..etc, etc.
Anyway, we had a very nice Thanksgiving and visit, and I am thankful that we made it back home and super thankful that I don't have to pay a fine for going with the flow of traffic.
Also, one last traffic tip, slower traffic keep right....pass the word.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Women and Neck Ties...just say NO!
When I see a business woman wearing a man's necktie and being serious about it...well, that is just weird. It makes the person look like a circus clown...especially when they have on lipstick.
I have to wonder if that necktie gives them confidence or something, because it certainly isn't a fashion statement. Or not a positive fashion statement, rather.
Also, I wonder if they receive ties as birthday or Christmas gifts from friends and family? I personally wouldn't buy one for a woman no matter how much they enjoyed wearing them.
Anyway, I have been around those women neck tie fashionistas lately, and most certainly have not been inspired. All women must say NO to wearing a man's necktie, unless it is halloween and you are a big fan of Barnum and Bailey.
I have to wonder if that necktie gives them confidence or something, because it certainly isn't a fashion statement. Or not a positive fashion statement, rather.
Also, I wonder if they receive ties as birthday or Christmas gifts from friends and family? I personally wouldn't buy one for a woman no matter how much they enjoyed wearing them.
Anyway, I have been around those women neck tie fashionistas lately, and most certainly have not been inspired. All women must say NO to wearing a man's necktie, unless it is halloween and you are a big fan of Barnum and Bailey.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
RANDOM TOPICS
1. I have re-discovered an old favorite...Nutella hazelnut spread. It is so wonderful and if you haven't tried it, you should.
2. A new favorite that I have discovered is Chili infused dark chocolate. Sweet and hot together is always a good combo, but Chili with chocolate is amazing.
3. I learned a new life lesson today. When I am cooking, I will have to make sure that I don't leave food unattended. I was marinating steaks on the kitchen counter, when I heard my dog(JR's dog rather), doing what I thought was jumping on the door, but when I went to investigate I found that she was actually jumping up towards the counter where the steaks were marinating. When I looked at the plate, I noticed one lonely steak rather than the two and "JR's dog" licking her lips. I couldn't even get mad about it though.
2. A new favorite that I have discovered is Chili infused dark chocolate. Sweet and hot together is always a good combo, but Chili with chocolate is amazing.
3. I learned a new life lesson today. When I am cooking, I will have to make sure that I don't leave food unattended. I was marinating steaks on the kitchen counter, when I heard my dog(JR's dog rather), doing what I thought was jumping on the door, but when I went to investigate I found that she was actually jumping up towards the counter where the steaks were marinating. When I looked at the plate, I noticed one lonely steak rather than the two and "JR's dog" licking her lips. I couldn't even get mad about it though.
Monday, November 10, 2008
I am looking forward to....
Thanksgiving! I can't wait to see my family!
I think that we are going to bypass I-95 this time, because I can't imagine a repeat of last year's nine hour trip turned into sixteen hours.....torture!! The drive is the only thing that I am not looking forward to.
But, we are eating Thanksgiving dinner at my grandmother's...which means, traditional..turkey and dressing, sweet potato casserole and my favorite broccoli casserole(that I haven't had since last year).
I can't wait!!!!
I think that we are going to bypass I-95 this time, because I can't imagine a repeat of last year's nine hour trip turned into sixteen hours.....torture!! The drive is the only thing that I am not looking forward to.
But, we are eating Thanksgiving dinner at my grandmother's...which means, traditional..turkey and dressing, sweet potato casserole and my favorite broccoli casserole(that I haven't had since last year).
I can't wait!!!!
Monday, November 3, 2008
ALL OVER TOMORROW..THANK GOODNESS!!
I am soooooo glad that tomorrow is election day! I am sick of having to listen to people's unsolicited political opinions!! I have opinions, but I have no desire to push them upon anyone. If someone asks, I may give a little...but ultimately, I would prefer to discuss almost anything else.
Most of the time, I opt out of discussing politics, because I choose to only discuss topics that I am extensively knowledgeable about. If I don't understand something, I like to research it from several angles before I open my mouth and...blah blah blah...I don't know what I am talking about..blah blah blah...
Unfortunately, far too many people do not share my sentiments. Thus, heart palpitations, sweat, and nasty thoughts ensue.
So, whatever the outcome, I am looking forward to the results, so that everyday life can continue.
Most of the time, I opt out of discussing politics, because I choose to only discuss topics that I am extensively knowledgeable about. If I don't understand something, I like to research it from several angles before I open my mouth and...blah blah blah...I don't know what I am talking about..blah blah blah...
Unfortunately, far too many people do not share my sentiments. Thus, heart palpitations, sweat, and nasty thoughts ensue.
So, whatever the outcome, I am looking forward to the results, so that everyday life can continue.
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