The before, and the after.It was a Merry Christmas
Saturday, December 26, 2009
it is all about the food
FOR THE GRAND FINALLY...
Black bottom New York cheesecake with sour cherry syrup.
It is all about the food
First course Butter lettuce with grapefruit and pomegranate seeds with a pomegranate molasses tangerine dressing
Main course Leg of Lamb with rosemary and garlic.
A tartan with sweet and Yukon gold potatoes in a sweet ginger sauce.
Mashed potatoes and roasted artichoke hearts.
a 1997 Beringer Private Reserve Howell Mountain Merlot and a 1991 Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Its all about the food
It is all about the food
Home made sweet and sour pork, hot and spicy shrimp, broccoli with oyster sauce and of course Won Tons. Tom is a most excellent chinese food cook. Christmas eve is always delicious.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Cooking Begins
24 hours from now the Chinese food will be served and consumed.
The prep began yesterday with going to the store, and continues tonight.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
stuff
Cook dinner that everyone will like. Impossible.
Notice my new hair cut. Improbable.
Work the real estate.
Drive the car pool because it is too much for others to do.
Soothe the gifted child.
Walk the dog.
Separate the fight.
Calm the bickering.
Work the deal that isn't working.
Didn't you sign up to help in ANY of the kids classrooms for their parties?
Fire the client that never pays.
Organize the teacher who is disorganized.
Arrange for the father to drive the truck
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
ELLA'S POST
THE LIGHTS ON THE CHRISTMAS TREE ARE FUN TO TURN ON AND OFF. I LIKE TO TURN THEM ON IN THE MORNING AND TURN THEM ON AT NIGHT. I HELPED TO DECORATE THE TREE. WE WENT TO THE BIRDMAN TO PICK OUT THE TREE. ELLA, DADDY, ALBERT AND HENRY WENT TO PICK IT OUT. I HOPE SANTA COMES, AND I HOPE HE IS GIVING A LOT OF PRESENTS. I HAVE GOT TO GO EAT QUICHE.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
kids
"You know, sometimes it's good to question statistics. To closely examine the method behind the numbers. To be a critical thinker. But when somebody I love (Hi, Nancy!) sent me these percentages recently, I just took them on faith. Sadly enough, they just felt correct.
During my father's years on this earth, our nation was at war 13.5% of the time.
During my years on this earth, our nation has been at war 17.5% of the time.
During my son's years on this earth, our nation has been at war 37% of the time.
During my grandchild's years on this earth, our nation has been at war 63% of the time. "
This comes from my friend's Sue's Blog
What I find most disturbing-
During Henry's years on this earth, our nation was at war 72% of the time.
During Albert's years on this earth, our nation was at war 97% of the time.
Ella has not known a year on this earth, when our nation was not at war.
Peace
Friday, November 27, 2009
Sunday, November 22, 2009
This weekend
I was suposed to go pheasant hunting. It just did not work out. Now I know why. Henry and Tom went skiing on saturday. Henry is in the 5th grade free ski program. They had a blast. They went to Loveland and just did what "Dudes" do!
Sunday am woke up to "Get back in bed" Henry had made, coffee, and pancakes! Both were delicious. The newspaper was brought in and delivered. It was so special to be taken care of.
Maybe things will be O.K
Sunday, November 15, 2009
ella
I always thought Ella would play with naked, headless Barbies due to her brothers and mother. I never thought it would be headless ponies, ala the GodFather.
She will make us an offer we can't refuse.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Sunday, November 1, 2009
HALLOWEEN PARTY!!!!!!!!
One of the best party's EVER! So many friends, so many great costumes, so many great dishes! OMG it was so much fun, but how can you not have fun with antalope chili, green chicken chili, beer, fruit punch, and of course Champagne! Not to mention the FIRE BREATHER AND BALLOON ARTIST/ MAGICIAN. Thanks to all who came. Party photos
Pumpkin carving party
It was a warm afternoon, perfect for carving pumpkins!
check out the photos! pumpkin photos
Monday, October 19, 2009
NYC
Up until now we had not caught up with Stefan.
First, a totally delicious Indian meal. We don't get food like that in the Springs.
Then on to Lincoln center. The whole reason for our trip was to see Stefan and this concert. Stefan looked so healthy and happy. Like a real mover and shaker! He was be bopping all over the lobby before the concert.
The first half was Jao Carlos Martin directing his orchestra. Wow has this man had a life!
Then he was joined by Dave(89) and Chris Bruebeck. They brought the house down. You could see every musician was so thrilled to be there, and having so much fun playing.
Not bad for an old guy! Check out the link!
NYC
Up and at em' Today is the statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. We were on the ferry by 9 am. The Lady is cool, and I am glad we saw her in person, but she is an attraction you don't have to see twice. Now Ellis Island was fascinating. Did you know it was abandoned in the 40's and 50's and almost sold off? What a piece of history. The walls team with the energy of the souls who passed thru the doors.
NYC
Thursday night we had the pleasure and prividlege of dinning at Franny's in Brooklyn. My cousin is the chef there and it was a bacchanalian of an evening. We sat at the bar when we first arrived, people watching and enjoying some drinks with incredible marinated olives. I had a gin and tonic (surprise) but the tonic here is in house made, infused with wonderful herbs and spices. Yummy! On to the table and the serious business of dinning. We turned our pallets over to our server and chef and were not disappointed. The starters were amazing, pickled egg, sun choke with spicy raisins, pancetta on herb bread. The pickled egg was spicy and creamy with the yolks set but not hard. I had never had sun chokes before, but I will never hesitate again, they were roasted to bring out the sweetness, with spicy raisins and almonds. Then the pancetta on herb bread, OMG it was soo incredibly good. the perfect balance of meatiness and basil, oregano and ??? This dish FLAWLESSLY paired with the wine our waiter brought us. We let him choose his best bottle under 50$. It is fun to let culinary professionals do their stuff.
Then the pizza. We had two. One was a inhouse made sausage and motzerella. Amazing. The other was a lemon, parsley calm pizza. It was mouthwatering good, different and delicious. The pizza made here is cooked in a wood fire oven at very high temperatures. The crust is crusty on the outside and tender on the inside with a great tang. I want one of these ovens.
Finally, dessert. Lemonchello, in house made, just the right balance between sweet and bite. Then pancotta. Not your normal pancotta, this was the consistancy of whip cream, with visable vanilla bean curd, topped with saba. If I never have another dessert again I will have tasted the best.
nyc
Up and at it early as Robert and Lisa arrive today. Breakfast, meet the red eye travelers then off to the MOMA! So much art in so little time. You could spend 2 days really enjoying this museum instead of 2 hours. But we devoured as much as possible. Grabbed a quick bite at a great bistro specializing in french salads. Then back to the hotel to rendezvous with Lisa (sleepy head). We chatted and caught up, but sleep overcame Robert and Lisa, well at least a rest. Tom and I went out walking again to find this place they call central park. Tom even took me for a carousel ride in the park. It was a magical place.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
NYC
We did not waste one moment in NYC. We were on the go from the moment we hit the ground.
After arriving at our hotel in time square we dumped our bags and took off for a walk down Broadway. This landed us at the empire state building right at sunset. Spectacular city views from the 86th floor. More walking, to find a great burger joint. The burgers were thick and juicy topped with caramelized onions and swiss cheese. Washed down with a couple of micro brews, delicious. Then back to the hotel to some well earned sleep.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Monday, September 21, 2009
Weddings
Saturday night was perfect for a wedding. Our neighbors got married here in Colorado Springs. It was a beautiful, magical, joyful event. The ceremony was beautiful with the exchanging of vows, rings and a sand ceremony signifying the blending of the 2 families. The poetry was so romantic, Nehru(?). The scent of roses filled the air as they walked down the aisle. As with most newly weds the night was filled with hope and promises and LOVE.
It was a blessed event.
Congratulation Christen and Marika, may your love shine brightly forevermore.
Beemen
Kids are fearless. For over a year now Albert has wanted to work with the bees. He got his shot saturday when we pulled honey. His job was to brush, gently the bees from the frames before we transfered them. He loved using the smoker! He thought the whole experience was HOT! Maybe next year we will invest in a child bee suit instead of a snow suit.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Harvest
I think this summers garden was a disaster. I did not have time. I miss it. I could list all the things that did not grow... But the plums were beautiful on the tree, beautiful in the bowl, and sweet and delicious.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
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