Monthly Archives: November 2008

The Joy Ballad

Just look at this little man… The Joy BalladI want to scoop him up and give him a big squeeze! Aside from his cuteness, I love the artwork surrounding him—courtesy of Archan Nair, a 25 year old Digital Artist, Illustrator and Art director from New Delhi, India. Apparently, Archan has pimped out works for Pepsi,...

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Oh, Brussel Sprout!

When I was a child I despised Brussel Sprouts! Really, really despised them. Recently, while browsing the internet, I found the following poem,which in my mind, fully describes my origional feelings towards BS. Brussels sprout, Brussels sprout! // Throw the nasty rascal out. // Give us pizza, give us meat. // Give us anything that’s...

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December 1, 2008 - 4:48 PM

Lydia - I have only had brussel sprouts a total of 4 times in my life and I LOVE them :) The first time was last Thanksgiving! NOM

December 1, 2008 - 4:52 PM

The Eaglewoman - I will cook them for you next time you come over! You are right, THEY ARE SO GOOD!

Happy Thanksgiving

I am THANKFUL for YOU, my family and friends! I love you all! Thanksgiving update: We had a lovely day! Brother Andy and Cousin Peter came to town to celebrate with us! Friend Mark and Friend John also came over to partake in the holiday feast. Erik’s 31 pounder filled our bellies (and will for...

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Coll-ah, Coll-ah

I love detail…sweet stitching detail on my duvet cover; a hand painted, beautifully detailed birthday card from my Mum; the intricately sewn detail on my wedding dress. And I am loving some of this season’s built-in collar detail on women’s tops and dresses. I came across these beauties while browsing NET-A-PORTER.COM: 3.1 Phillip Lim AKA...

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Vegas Shmegas

And I check the odds And I place my bet I pour a drink And I pull the blind And I wonder what I’ll find I’m Leaving Las Vegas Lights so bright Palm sweat, blackjack On a Saturday night Leaving Las Vegas Leaving for good, for good I’m leaving for good I’m leaving for good...

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Dinner for Two

Last night we took a break from the seemingly everlasting renovation work and made this phenomenal meal. The Man of the House crafted The Sandwiches: Blackened tofu, sprouts, red onion, spicy mustard and horseradish cheese on toasted whole wheat bread. Complementary recipe from his father. And I whipped up The Sweet Potato Fries: Sliced, tossed...

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November 17, 2008 - 3:19 PM

Lydia - NOM NOM NOM!

November 18, 2008 - 4:46 AM

Anonymous - YUMMM!!!! Keep up the posts!
-Kurt

November 24, 2008 - 6:22 PM

Gene and Annie - I had sweet potatoe fries the other for the first time and loved them!! I have been meaning to try them at home so you may have inspired a new meal here at the house!!

November 24, 2008 - 9:42 PM

The Eaglewoman - it is so easy and delicious! both you, gene and the kids will love them!

November 25, 2008 - 3:46 AM

Andrea - Yummmm why don’t you guys come out here and make that for us? ;)

November 27, 2008 - 3:10 PM

MandyB - YUM! Def. have to do a Mandy-Sam-E-Rock-Erin cook-a-thon!!!!