Random

I think i use the title about once every 2 weeks but alas I can't think of anything else.

1- Last friday night- I insisted that Chris watch with me the movie "The Strangers"- such a dumbass move- the movie is ridiculously scary in a Blair Witch kind of way- has had me freaked out all week. Seriously sometimes I am my own worst enemy. Note - Chris found it sort of humorous that I watched the movie through a blanket. I should have turned it off when the first frame rolled (according to the FBI 1.6 million violent crimes are committed every year in America)

2-summer weather has finally hit us- a little late to arrive but at least it showed up.

3- weird fact the recipes I make that I love no one here loves (queso, buffalo chicken dip, etc)- the few random non notable ones that I have made (lemon bars, spicy/sweet cheese spread, sweet corn salad) have been loved. Basically, I figured out- I need to go through my cookbook and pick all the recipes that I rate a 5 and they will probably be huge hits here. Who knows maybe I am the one with "off" taste buds.

4- The Daily Show (yes we are a day behind) but Mr Stewart has us laughing) we thank his lefty self for totally making fun of the Health care town halls (both the president and the public). I am still waiting for my call to let our dear president know how I feel about socialized medicine. ( will give you a clue just guessing Sasha and Malia would not do well with socialized medicine)

5-Parenting tip- if your crazily decide to have kids 20 months apart be prepared that u should purchase 2 of all unisex toys. The fights over the darn Fisher Price camera and the Leapster are at an all time (is it Sept yet?) high. Nix that don't buy the toy in the first place.


6-Reflections a year later- more friends, not scared of driving, kids happier, home is homier (but is NOT home), have a clue on English social etiquette (e.g if someone invites you for tea or coffee it's going to last 3 hours), modified my bi$^&( about the weather, have not modified my bi%&*^ about the food situation.