Monthly Archives: July 2007

Per David’s question, I have no idea how to say that in Low German (I expect Sydney will get back to you), but I did manage to learn how to say a few things in Low German while I was … Continue reading →

I’m trying to get my passport renewed, so I went to RiteAid for some new photos.  I was relieved at the prospect of new pics, because when I got photos for my passport the first time around, I paid a … Continue reading →

Make that four zucchini recipes this past week: Sydney and I just put a hefty zucchini lasagna in the oven . . . If it works, we’ll have dinner made for the next few days! Erin

“In principle, I’m in favor of instituting the practice of certain African cultures of men holding hands.” “But not in putting it into practice yourself?” “I’m not interested in holding hands with anyone, man or woman.” “Why not?” “It interferes … Continue reading →

In just a few days I’ve made a pickled zucchini salad, a spicy zucchini bread without oil (unlike all of the recipes I saw that called for over a cup of oil), and a zucchini salad with dill and sour … Continue reading →

When Sydney and I returned home to our garden, we discovered that we had zucchini awaiting us.  More than a dozen of them.  All piled together in Sydney’s arms they looked like a load of glossy green wood.  And then … Continue reading →

Finished Harry Potter.  Finally satisfied. I really miss my old job at the library in Hudson, though.  When I was working there I could share in the Harry Potter excitement of the kids, dole out the books to kids on … Continue reading →

Oscar the cat seems to have an uncanny knack for predicting when nursing home patients are going to die, by curling up next to them during their final hours. His accuracy, observed in 25 cases, has led the staff to … Continue reading →

Sydney and I are eating dinner in our own home, after some unpacking and much petting of our cat.  We had a wonderful visit with Sydney’s parents (yeah, and you too, Nelson), and now we’re back home to a rainy … Continue reading →

We’ve had some interesting adventures during our first few days on the Penner farm.  As usual, I end up covered in dirt every time I step outside, and since the “experts” aren’t always dirty I can’t assume it’s because I’ve … Continue reading →