Food Fun

I've been wanting to try some totally new recipes. This week my morning sickness subsided enough for me to mess with raw meat and strong smells again. Here's what I tried.


My first home-made Pice de Gallo, served on a spicy steak fajita.



Orange/Broccoli Salad. Never made anything quite like this before. Contains broccoli, purple onion, cashews, mango and mandarin oranges. The dressing is made from buttermilk ranch, orange juice and horseradish. Totally delicious! Served with Tequila/Lime Chicken and herbed focaccia bread.



Cheese Chowder (with red peppers, carrots, and celery). So creamy and thick!



Thai Pork and Vegetables. I rarely cook with curry, so I really gave it a go. Good stuff. Couldn't find orzo at Walmart, so I just used white rice. Smelled like India in the kitchen.

Hobbies R Not Us?

As a wife and mom, I hardly have time for what I once called my hobbies - dancing, writing, singing in a band, etc... Sometimes I wonder if I'm good at anything besides mom stuff. I recently asked Jarrod if I was interesting. Hmm. Dumb question? If you're a mom, you probably understand this feeling. Baby puke on your shirt, a pile of dishes in the sink, mystery stains in that very important shirt - all of these require some skill or discipline but are not exactly "interesting" nor do they make one feel particularly feminine or talented. I think I need to make a little extra time at home and space on this blog to foster my interests. So, here's a recent project.
I made this necklace just for me. Often, my jewelry projects are for other people, so I decided to make a piece I've been wanting for myself for some time. Then, when I wear it, I'm reminded that I do have a hobby. Plus, it makes me feel pretty. :)