They scare me. I've always considered the pressure cooker to be the most menacing piece of kitchen equipment. I understand the appeal of cooking something super fast, rather than leaving it to braise for hours upon hours, but I was always intimidated by their mystery. This past week has only confirmed my fears. They continue … Continue reading What I now know about pressure cookers…
Category: musings
My youngest son is obsessed with John Lennon and related dilemmas
Quinn asked me to load some Beatles on his iPad recently and I finally had a moment to do it this morning. He has been really into Here Comes the Sun and chose this song as our first tune of the day. Not a bad way to start a Sunday, I'd say. As the music … Continue reading My youngest son is obsessed with John Lennon and related dilemmas
Notes and observations from the road – Day 1
Taking the bus from economy parking became a sobering experience when the driver explained that we would have to get off the bus and wait for the State Police to inspect the bus with their dog, because a previous passenger had left a piece of luggage behind. I've flown to Europe many times but don't … Continue reading Notes and observations from the road – Day 1
I miss my neighbors and other random laments from the perpetually busy
It seems like a long time since I've kicked back with my neighbors and enjoyed a bottle or two of wine. It must be our crazy schedules with multiple jobs and obligations because it certainly isn't a lack of interest. I find myself looking longingly out the window hoping to see their cars in the … Continue reading I miss my neighbors and other random laments from the perpetually busy
Sad, mad and glad
Last week was a weird week in the news. I mean like the kind of week when I almost feel ready to abandon reading anything beyond cooking and fashion magazines so I have a prayer of staying in my happy place. Are they going to print those upbeat type of glossy publications on Hearst's new … Continue reading Sad, mad and glad
Different seasons
According to any standard calendar, we have four seasons. This is such a basic fact, that I won't offend your intelligence by bothering to list them. Suffice it to say that there are 4 and each lasts approximately 3 months. While the calendar neatly divides the year into these quarters based on 2 factors which … Continue reading Different seasons
I’ve got a badge – and a glass of wine.
Well, guess who gets to be the bad cop? Yes, yes, I know, if the shoe fits, blah blah blah. Whatever. Give me a second, please, while I take another swig swallow sip of wine, ok? Exhale. Sigh. You know how kids like to play their parents, especially in divorce situations? Yes, you do, you … Continue reading I’ve got a badge – and a glass of wine.
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