The first time I had Mexican food I was about 12 years old. I was at a sleepover party and tacos were on the menu. I must have eaten 4 of them. I was absolutely blown away by the crunch of the shells coupled with the tangy salsa and spicy ground beef. Unlike my own children who basically … Continue reading Sunday Supper
Author: delsoblogger
Until the sun finally comes out again…
Song Oh! To be a flower Nodding in the sun, Bending, then upspringing As the breezes run; Holding up A scentbrimmed cup, Full of summer's fragrance to the summer sun... Amy Lowell
Summer Reading
I've been on a roll reading and thought I'd share a couple of titles with those of you looking for a good beach book or 2. Although I generally read a pretty even mix of fiction and nonfiction (particularly biographies), the last three books I've read are all fiction. Escapism is good, know what I … Continue reading Summer Reading
On parasites and pregnancy and cancer(s)
When I learned I was pregnant with my oldest son, I was surprised and thrilled. Surprised, because I had taken a number of pregnancy tests with negative results, and thrilled, because my only request for my 30th birthday was to be pregnant. Mission accomplished. While I was deeply excited with the knowledge that my beloved … Continue reading On parasites and pregnancy and cancer(s)
The Class of 2010
The academic year is drawing to a close. While there were times when I thought June would never arrive, of course, it did and with its arrival I begin to feel a familiar mixture of sadness and excitement. Working with teenagers is a privilege and I truly love watching these kids grow up - what an amazing … Continue reading The Class of 2010
Sunday Supper!
It seems like a looong time since I've cooked a family meal, but Sunday was an excellent time to jump back into things. How about those storms? It really was a wonderful day to hang around the house watching the London broil marinate, making a few quarts of chicken stock and folding bushels of laundry. Last week Price … Continue reading Sunday Supper!
Troy Farmer’s Market
Since soccer was canceled due to weather (?) and I am on temporary gym restrictions, I finally had a chance to get to Troy for a visit to the Farmer's Market. I really wish we could make it to this special market more often, but perhaps it remains a treat because we get there so … Continue reading Troy Farmer’s Market