… for Pete’s sake, quit breathing!
random thoughts
Don’t forget to wear your goggles
Your Smart Goggles, that is.
For those who are tired of having those annoying senior moments, this is the new Japanese invention that will make you remember where you left those little pesky things such as your keys, purse, cell phone or what have you.
However, that is, if you don’t mind looking like Doc from Back to the Future! Hmm…
“Good God, Marty, I can’t find my Flux Capacitor! Hand me the goggles before Biff gets here!”
Though, I can see this falling into the hands of Apple Corporation one day, and turning it into a more fashionable statement… say, iForget? Anyone?
Well, all I can say for now is… Domo Arigato, Mr. Roboto!
Now, where’ my stinkin’ glasses, dagnabit?
An utter display of passion
Seriously, this could very well be me.
In fact, if my previous car had airbags, I would have had my own series of viral videos, like this one, by now. Spreading all over the internet… without my knowledge!
It’s 1964 all over again
I love this new band called The Red Button. Their music makes me think the Beatles are still around. So FAB!
Easter… a state of grace
A long time ago, I wrote a song about Easter. This one does not talk about the occasion, the tradition, or its religious connotation. It simply tells of a place where Easter never fails to transport me, personally.
Happy Easter, everyone.
State of Grace
I desire to run this race
In my desire to see your face again
Wake me up in the morning light, I am here
I desire to wrong no one
In my desire, the damage is done again
Walk me home where the big blue sky’s always clear and near
The pain is gone, the weight’s lifted off my shoulder
The rain has come and gone, the storm is over
Welcome to the state of grace
I desire to call on you
Yes I desire to run to you once again
In my soul I thirst, but it’s okay you say
Yes I desire to break the code
Say hello to the yellow brick road again
Let me mend your heart dear broken hearted
I hear your thunder on the misty mountain top, never stop
I hear your voice, you’re calling to my face sayin’
Welcome to the state of grace
I want to find a place to live
Somewhere I can give, yeah
A place where you and I could meet, yeah
I desire to run this race
In my desire to see your face again
Wake me up in the morning light, I am here
©2000 Chris Alma Jose
I didn’t know…
… did you?
If this is all true, I must’ve been living in a cave. Amazing information, ya’ll. Check it out, it should be worth your time.
Architectural flaw…
… or a conspiracy?
This building happens to be a retirement home in Alabama, by the way! For whom? Those aging hooded folks, perhaps? Honestly, I can’t decide whether to laugh or to be creeped out.
The claim says the design pays homage to the German scientists who came to nearby Huntsville, Alabama after World War II and designed the rockets that put Americans on the moon. And that the shape certainly was NOT intentional.
Oh, you mean, like… ooops!!!
A photo blog?
I had some leftover Fetuccini AlBundy from a couple of nights ago that I just finished eating for dinner. When I first made it, I was so hungry I just wanted to scarf it down quick. But now, since I didn’t have to spend time cooking, I was able to take time and catch my dinner in action. So, here it is… in slo-mo!
First, striking a pose for the camera.
Alright, time to chow down.
Hmm, looks like it needs a dash of hot sauce. Anything needs a dash of hot sauce, really.
Whoa! That was good. Let me put some more hot sauce on it, then!
Taking a break to wipe my sticky face.
Ahhh! Fat and happy!
That’s it!
Later people… I need to jog off all that bacon out of my system.
Fetuccini AlBundy
Okay, so it’s just Fetuccini Alfredo, really… with some tasty bells & whistles added for boosted comfort factor. I happen to nonchalantly whip it up for dinner while watching a Married… with Children rerun, last night. It turned out so good though I forgot what episode it was. So, try it and you’ll choke with a mouthful before you can start to scream… Peg!!!
Oh yeah, and get them running shoes ready. You will need to burn big time calories afterwards.
Fetuccini AlBundy
1 16oz. pkg Fetuccini Pasta
1 pint Heavy Whipping Cream
4 big cloves of Garlic, minced
8 oz. grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (don’t skimp or don’t blame me)
1 12 oz. pkg. Bacon (per serving)
1 cup frozen Peas or Broccoli (fantastic guilt reducer)
1/4 cup finely-chopped Flat-Leaf Parsley, for garnish
Fresh Cracked Black Pepper, no salt (the cheese and bacon will sufficiently supply the salt factor)
First order of things… ring up some friends and invite them over for a night of serious eats.
Now, in a dutch oven or heavy duty pot, cook bacon till very crisp. Drain strips in paper towel. Transfer drippings into a container for later use, but leave in a couple of tablespoons worth in the pot. Turn down heat to low, add garlic and sweat for 5 minutes. Now, turn heat to medium-low and add cream and pepper. Stir for about 10 minutes, making sure cream doesn’t boil over.
Hey, I didn’t say it was a 30-minute meal! You’re still with me?
Good. Keep stirring. Now, this would be a good time to drop the pasta into the salted boiling water. You did boil water earlier, didn’t you? Tsk, tsk! Anyhow, cook that bad boy to al bundy, err, al dente. About 10 minutes.
While that’s going, go ahead and add the grated cheese and frozen veggies into the cream mixture. Stir for another 5 minutes or until cheese is completely melted and incorporated. Add more pepper if necessary.
When pasta is cooked, set on a plate or bowl and ladle sauce on top. Crumble the bacon and garnish with parsley.
Bon apetito, kids!
Now, who’s got the remote?
Chris Alma José 