Tuesday, June 30, 2009
I've Been Hiking The Appalachian Trail
Actually...Yeah that's right I've been on vacation the last week and you didn't even miss me. What can I say? It's a busy time of year so it's easy to not really notice when someone is out of pocket. I tried to do a post for every day before I left but in review I see I missed a couple. Oh well. You won't begrudge me that I'm sure. It's good to be back in my rut. I mean routine. Vacations can be an ass kicker, especially when it is so damn hot. I had a good time nevertheless. It was just a road trip home to see my father in Arkansas. Then my father and I drove to St Louis, Paducah, Kentucky and back to the Ozarks. All of that in 4 days and finally my drive back to Houston. All I can say is that it is as HOT in the mid south as it is in the deep south. Oh and I'm a bit saddle sore.
Farah Most Fair
You go to your earthly resting place today in Beverly Hills, CA after your exhausting battle with cancer.
Yes, I had your poster on my wall. Good cover don't you think? That nipple thing was so risque' at the time.
And I remember you and Lee Majors' turn on the Brady Bunch with all the household confusion.
Your lovers which I admit I crushed on a bit myself.
At a fashion show in 2004 you looked quite glamorous. Rest in peace Farah.How Green Was My Valley
The hills of home, Ozark Mountains, taken from just south of Marshall, Arkansas.Dog Days Of Summer
The heat during vacation was a kicker for my girls too. But give them a spot in front of an AC vent set on high and they're just like dad, a sleepyhead.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009
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Thursday, June 25, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Monday, June 22, 2009
No Rain For Over A Month
This is how the gumbo/clay soil is here in southeast Texas with no rain. It cracks and turns to concrete with these high temperatures and low humidity as of late.
So my weekend project was to get some water to the hard to water areas. We are not under restrictions as of yet but soon will be and I don't like to see water run off down the street anytime when using my typical sprinklers.
I built a 16 foot section of above ground sprinkler system that I could pinpoint narrow strips of lawn and on each side of the house. Not only does the drought reek havoc with the lawns but to the foundations as well.
I used pop up sprinkler heads but I believe there are smaller ones I could have used and well try those on a new piece. These type of heads seem to require quite a bit of water pressure. At any rate, it is serving the purpose well and keeping runoff to a minimum.My Yardman
My yardman was here over the weekend as well doing his thing. I tell him to keep cool and don't get overheated. I always have a glass of cold lemonade ready when he first breaks a sweat.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Never Heard Of It:Have You?
Every since this place has been open I thought it was Potberry not Potbelly. At any rate, I've never heard of it so I was wondering if you have one in your area. Why Google when I can ask you fine folk?
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
I Fired Up The Wok Last Night
Cooked some chicken.
Then some onion and bell peppers.
Too bad you weren't here to share. I'll have this again tomorrow night and the next night. To be honest, it wasn't very good. It needed some kick or something. Somewhat bland, just like me.Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Monday, June 15, 2009
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Christmas In June
I finally got me the Wusthof Santoku chef's knife like I see Rachel Ray and America's Test Kitchen and others use. I hope it's as great as they all tout. Maybe I will develop some skills at slicing onions ever so thin. Wish me luck.
Strawberries And Cream Anyone?
I got my new creamer this week that I posted about earlier. It's utterly unique. Well, I've entertained myself now I'm waiting to entertain you.Friday, June 12, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
Monday, June 08, 2009
Tony Tony Tony
What else does an old queen do on a Sunday night but watch The Tony Awards on TV. Hey. It's the only taste of Broadway I can get. The telecast was one of my least favorites. I suppose there weren't any songs that really attracted me in the musicals but a couple of the plays looked interesting. Broadway icons Liza and Angela Lansbury won Tony's as did the three young boys playing Billy Elliott in the musical. But there seemed to be quite a bit of technical difficulties with the sound and microphones which was a bit annoying. At least on my broadcast in SE Texas.
Neil Patrick Harris done a good job as host. Especially at the end of the telecast as the credits began to roll, he performed a clever number recapping the show. The highlight of the evening really.
Hair won the Best Revival of a Musical. A couple of hot guys in the group but I was not impressed.
Neil Patrick Harris done a good job as host. Especially at the end of the telecast as the credits began to roll, he performed a clever number recapping the show. The highlight of the evening really.
Hair won the Best Revival of a Musical. A couple of hot guys in the group but I was not impressed.Just Before Sunrise
I go Kroggering when there's usually not a soul around. I can't believe more people don't get their ass out of bed and beat the heat.
The early morning is also the best time at the pump where the price to go continues on the upward trend with the cheap stuff yesterday at $2.47.9.Moonwalk
Yesterday morning I took the dogs out for an early morning walk. It's a great time when the sky begins to lighten before the sun comes up and the moon is still hanging in the West.Saturday, June 06, 2009
Friday, June 05, 2009
Thursday, June 04, 2009
I Had A WishNic
I had a wishnic when I was a kid. Mine had blue hair. My father would say, "you're not taking that with you". I luuuuuuved it.
Hibachi!
You know you get things in your head you just can't shake. At the water cooler the other day the conversation turned to grilling. It seemed everyone had a favorite whether a homemade massive charcoal grill or a high dollar gas grill. Being the puss I am I ask if anyone recalled the small hibachi grills that were so popular hmmmmm back in my day. They were perfect for apartment living and to use on ones third floor balcony or to take camping. Well, I set out to find one in my city of 4 million plus and could not so like all pervs I resorted to the Internet. It was waiting for me when I got home today. I love that! You know. When you order something and forget then it shows up on the door step. It's like Christmas in June. I was telling my friend I got one and she said that is so sad. Huh? A grill for one? I got tired of using all that darn charcoal for my Weber Astrodome so this should work fine. I'll let you know when I fire it up. lol
Wednesday, June 03, 2009
Summer Hours
I went to the movies last night after work. I'm not big on main stream films most of the time so I decided to see the French film Summer Hours. It was a small film but a good study on syblings as adults dealing with life's problems. The only actor I recognized was Juliet Binoche(sic). Yeah, you're right. I'm too lazy to look up the spelling or link the movie. It was a nice Monday night distraction though.
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Like I Don't Have Enough Crap
I had to have this cream picture from Charles & Marie. As the ad said, I was udderly taken by it's design. When I will ever have the opportunity to use it, well that's another story.
Monday, June 01, 2009
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