Shish kebabs aren’t worth it except for company. There’s definitely presentation value which, if you plan carefully, can be substantial. (Grabbing a bell pepper or two in each available color is a particular winner.) But just for the family? Screw that. All those little pieces that have to be a) cut; and b) skewered carefully … Read more
Wow, was it really 37º last night? Lea’s at a PTO meeting at a school that finally has power. The boys are headed back in the morning. What an obliterated calendar they face. (This latest hiatus was six days; remember all the snow besides?) Several of my friends responded magnificently yesterday and today to my … Read more
I spent my first sustained time since the tornadoes volunteering at Good Shepherd this afternoon and evening. I cooked a little bit. I also spent some time in the donations area—unloading from our generous community, and just generally helping to keep things running smoothly. I quickly determined that there’s really no good reason for me … Read more