Get back

Happy Monday people! I am back, happy, and well rested. The getaway was a success, and except for feeling a little under the weather, I had a great time. Unfortunately, Wifey is not feeling well. Annabelle had a little croup while we were gone, but Nana and Granddad had everything well in hand. Annabelle rarely gets sick, it figures it would happen when we're out of town! I'm feeling better today and have been able to take care of Wifey, so it's actually kind of convenient to have staggered sicknesses. I mean if you have to be sick. It obviously wouldn't be preferable to being healthy. I didn't get any vacation pics for you visually driven types, so you are just going to have to imagine us smiling, relaxed, and full. We had a food and fun filled time together and both appreciated the chance to spend some quality time. I even saw a hawk hunting and a woodpecker family. It weird how, as a parent, it is great to get some time sans children, but as soon as you get settled in you end up wishing you could be with your baby. Luckily, I had an alluring Wifey to distract me from my baby withdrawals. I can't wait for more getaways! Have a great evening and bundle up.

Getaway

Hi all! Long time, no blog. All that changes right now. Promise fulfilling time. Janet, you are first on the list. Scroll down the linked page to find the recipe for our fantastic black beans. Don't bother with the pork recipe on that page, because the real deal is over here. Those three guys also have the mojo recipe we used with the yuca. Same recipe for the pork, just w/o oil. The bread, although unspectacular in my estimation came from this website. It's not at all authentic, but the crockpot recipe is an easy way to shortcut a day of oven roasting. So tender! Good times can be had eating the pork made with this recipe as well, but I am not sure about the rum. Can't forget about the yuca recipe;I thought that it came out extremely well. What a fun time in the kitchen. I can't wait to cook with you again! Tomorrow Wifey and I are escaping to a cabin in the mountains for a few days to celebrate. I will try to get some pics of our trip when I am not in maximum relaxation mode. Although with a hot Wifey, hot tub, pool table, and mountain views...photo shoots may not be a great priority! Have a great time every day and stay warm!

I made it!

31!
I never imagined my life past age 30, and now I don't have to. Last year was incredible, I hope this year will follow suit. Except for that whole mystery illness thing. Our soccer team placed third in the league and I am definitely seeing the results of weekly playing time. We scored an amazing 14 goals in our final match of the season! The next season starts Thursday, so we will be right back in the fray soon. Thanks again Nona y Papi for the new cleats, I can't wait to score my first goal in them! I was even asked to join an outdoor team. I don't know if I will have time for both but it sure is nice to enjoy exercising again, regardless. Have a good night and stay warm.

New Year

Ahem. Please excuse my absence. I am okay, you can call off the rescue dogs. We have had a wonderful holiday season and the new year is off to a good start. Annabelle is growing up so quickly and talking up a storm. Wifey is doing well and we got a lot of QT in during the last few weeks. It all culminated with an anniversary dinner outing to Edison Park. Mmmm, steaks! We had a great time despite the cheesyishsleazyish waiter from Romania who laid his schtick on so thick that you felt a little dirty by the end of the meal. Hallo there, I'm Claauuude. It was such a blast! Tonight Wifey goes to work and I get to catch up on some me time. It's been a while since I've had some time to myself and I don't intend on wasting it all on the computer, so this is me signing off. Hope the New Year brings you all the new joys and challenges you can handle.