Squirrel is one of those wild game meats that has a tendency to make people a little nervous. I get it, they are probably picturing that city squirrel whose been hanging out in a dumpster all day, but the truth is a wild caught squirrel that lives in the woods is a far cry from that city dweller. It’s the same for most people right?…
Well, ladies and gentleman, I am no longer in my 20s. I should feel different right? Don’t you become magically wiser when you rise up into the grown-up world of your 30s? No? I guess it’s just wishful thinking….
You guys, I can see grass. I went outside without a jacket and didn’t freeze! It smells like spring outside!
I totally realize that it’s still February. There is more than likely going to be at least one more cold snap and probably some snow, but right now I’ll take what I can get. A chance to get Jay outside and breathe some fresh air is enough. Yesterday, we went for a walk around the yard and there are actual buds on my lilacs. I can already smell their sweet scent wafting in the breeze (its one of my favorites). …
I love Asian inspired food. I’m not calling it Asian food because the American versions that we are all familiar with are not exactly accurate. Having never been to the continent (someday!) I don’t have much experience with anything else. But in all seriousness, give me all the soy, ginger, and garlic. I love them. I’m also pretty in love with umami, I mean who isn’t? Roasted tomatoes, soy, mushrooms, oh so much yum….
See this? This is a picture of what an actual dinner at our house looks like. It’s a little messy, and not exactly “perfect”, but it’s real life over here. Don’t mind the banana to the left, that was part of Baby James dinner since braised meat was a little much for him at that stage.
It’s been very chilly lately. Lot’s of ice and a bit of snow. Unfortunately, it’s kept us inside quote a bit lately, and Momma is starting to get cabin fever….
