I remember that perfect moment like it was yesterday. It was a picturesque summer afternoon like none that I have experienced since. The wind felt gentle and warm. Not a cloud in the sky. Even the birds chirping sounded happier somehow. A majestic, violet-hued butterfly danced carelessly on the gentle breeze. I was standing butt…
Month: January 2020
Zane Silverkin
It has been a grueling semester doing Chauntea’s work, but it was very rewording. There is something to be said about working with your hands; nurturing these plants from seeds to corn for food, or flowers of immense beauty. Nothing can compare to the garden back home, but I suppose that is the work of…
Chili
Credit: Josh Miller for finding this awesome recipe from one of Chris Craven’s recipes. Spice mix: 3 teaspoons chipotle chilli (ancho chilli for mild) – (originally called for 2 teaspoons) 1 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground clove 2 red bell peppers cut 3/4″ pieces2 onions diced (originally called for 1 onion)…
Mistborn
The Mistborn trilogy is outstanding. Brandon Sanderson does a great job of wrapping up the story. The Mistborn trilogy has a medieval setting. Flash forward into the future on the same world, a new story begins with new characters with a western / industrial setting.
Codex Alera
Jim Butcher’s Codex Alera series ranks high on my list of favorite all time. One major selling point is that the series is complete.
Donuts (Baked)
2 cups flour 1 tablespoon baking soda 5 tablespoons butter 3/4 cup water 1/4 cup granulated sugar Preheat oven to convection at 425. Combine 2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon baking soda, 5 tablespoons butter (I melt it for 30 seconds in microwave – don’t liquefy the butter, just soften it), 3/4 cup water (or milk…
Cinnamon Rolls
https://joyfoodsunshine.com/cinnamon-rolls-recipe/ Used the above recipe. For those that cannot have cinnamon, I recommend substituting it with a little cloves and ginger to give it that spice taste. For those that cannot have milk, I successfully substituted regular milk for almond milk. Same deal for the frosting, used powdered sugar with a couple tablespoons of almond…
Expeditionary Force
The Expeditionary Force series by Craig Alanson, narrated by RC Bray is an amazing listen. Listened to books 1-7, about to listen to book 8, and book 9 is scheduled to come out soon. Craig Alanson tells a great story coupled with interesting characters. Where else can you read, “Skippy loves us all. Don’t be…
Peanut Blossom Cookies
Perhaps one of my favorite cookies all time. This recipe is old and this variation I believe was handed to me by Kristen Bird. 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 brown sugar 1 egg 2 Tablespoon Milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 3/4 cup flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2…