Author Archives: Frog

because now I see the destructive power of a lie

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Frog

My freaky co-worker was offered a job with our client who is taking over our operations. My supervisor did not. Yeah, a little touchy. Among other things that make her freaky, my co-worker is also a consistent liar. I guess … Continue reading →

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The Generator has a new friend

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Frog

Well, that title is a bit wrong. I have a new friend. A WiFi hot spot. Yeah, the internet withdrawals have been fierce. And, with all the trees, broken lines and snapped poles who knows when in the heck we’ll … Continue reading →

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When Irene came to town

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Frog

So the wind started around 7am and we lost power around 2:30. Basically, if we didn’t have cells and a generator we’d be alone and drunk in the dark. I kid. Sort of. We made dinner thanks to generator and … Continue reading →

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Corn Dogs Reign Supreme!

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Frog

Last night we made corn dogs mostly from scratch. We doctored up a box of Jiffy Corn Muffin mix, jammed some sticks into slightly sauteed hot dogs and then fried them in our garage. Because that’s where the fryer is, … Continue reading →

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Shrimp Curry

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Frog

Last night I made my version of shrimp curry. I can’t say that my version is all that different than every recipe you’ve probably seen for shrimp curry. Last night was the first time I’ve ever made the dish and … Continue reading →

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Figs!

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Frog

For dessert tonight with some others tucked away for tomorrow: The flower fell off our Streptocarpus. It looked pretty and so joined the figs.

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At least that’s taken care of

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Frog

We bought a car at the end of last week. It’s fancier than we originally thought but it’s not wacky-doodle fancy. We did well on the trade-in and had a good experience at the dealership. I like the car and … Continue reading →

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Zip, Nada, Nuthin’

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Frog

Work: nothing going on. Seriously, I cruise the internet all day and I’m nearly done with a book that I started over a year ago. Tax dollars at work. But, hey, our client can’t get its act together so I’m … Continue reading →

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Chunky Salsa Win!

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Frog

I had this idea that I’d make a rustic, chunky salsa to go with the grass-fed NY Strip last night. The tomatoes, garlic, herbs and the banana and serrano peppers are from our garden. I added some olive oil, salt … Continue reading →

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We took the wrong train to kingdom come

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Frog

Content has been light because it has just seemed like so much work. Between beginning the summer with three classes and the job situation sucking so hard, I just haven’t felt like doing jack. The classes are over and the … Continue reading →

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